Credit: BY4M STUDIO, P&Studio, Disney Plus Park Hyung Sik has claimed the No. 1 spot on Actor Brand Reputation rankings for April 2025. On April 22nd, Koo Chang Hwan, director of the Korean Business Research Institute, announced the latest actor brand rankings based on data collected from March 22nd to April 22nd. “Park Hyung Sik’s brand ranked first, largely driven by the explosive momentum from his career-defining performance in the drama Buried Hearts ,” Koo shared....

Credit: TV Chosun Park Min Young and Jung Woong In are set to ignite chaos in the skies in the premiere of Confidence Queen . The new TV Chosun weekend miniseries follows three con artists who set their sights on taking down the villains of modern society in a slick caper comedy. In a key scene, Park Min Young and Jung Woong In escalate the tension with a life-or-death standoff mid-flight....

Credit: Amazon Prime, TV Chosun Park Min Young ‘s drama Confidence Queen is officially changing its time slot after struggling in the weekend ratings war. TV Chosun announced on September 15th that the show will move from its original 9:10 PM airtime to a later slot at 10:30 PM KST. The move is widely seen as a strategic retreat to avoid direct competition with tvN’s powerhouse drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty....

Credit: CJ ENM tvN has unveiled the first script reading for its new weekend drama Undercover Miss Hong (literal title), premiering in January 2026. Set in the late 1990s, the retro office comedy follows Hong Geum Bo (Park Shin Hye)—a 30-something elite securities investigator—who goes undercover as a 20-year-old rookie at a brokerage firm after detecting suspicious cash flows. Director Park Sun Ho (Business Proposal, Suspicious Partner) teams with writer Moon Hyun Kyung for a fresh spin on end-of-century office comedy....

Credit: Vogue Hong Kong Park Shin Hye graces the cover of Vogue Hong Kong, showcasing her post-motherhood radiance. On July 4th, Salt Entertainment unveiled Park Shin Hye’s captivating cover shoot for the July issue of Vogue Hong Kong, done in collaboration with Bvlgari. She adorns three different print covers and a digital cover, adding a touch of exclusivity. In the stunning photos, Park Shin Hye’s elegant allure captivates the camera....

Way Back Love (April 3rd) Way Back Love , which made its debut at last year’s Busan International Film Festival to an enthusiastic response, is a youth romance drama based on a novel of the same name. The story follows 24-year-old Hee Wan, who’s lost all will to live, until his first love Ram Woo suddenly reappears—as a grim reaper. Kim Min Ha and Gong Myung portray the star-crossed lovers, capturing both the butterflies of their past romance and the stark contrast of their changed present, painting a tender portrait of first love’s fluttery spark and aching heartbreak....

Credit: Kingkong by Starship, Gold Medalist, UAA A brand new standard contract has been established for TV personalities to ensure that they receive their appearance fees even if their filmed portions are edited out. However, if the personality harms the production due to controversies, TV networks and production companies will be able to claim damages. Previously, incidents such as Yoo Ah In ’s illegal drug use, Kim Soo Hyun’ s personal scandals, and school violence allegations against Song Ha Yoon caused disruptions in production and broadcasting....

Credit: Netflix Son Suk Ku is taking matters into his own hands, publicly calling out a social media account that is impersonating him. The star of A Killer Paradox posted a screenshot of the fake account to his own social media page on September 18th, captioning it simply, “Screenshot of imposter account.” The fake profile uses a very similar username and has a blue verification checkmark. It has around 64,000 followers....

Credit: SBS, tvN The 2025 Korean drama viewership rankings have been revealed. This year’s small screen was filled with a wide variety of genres and distinctive works, creating fierce competition for viewers’ attention. Topping the list is Bon Appétit, Your Majesty , which recorded an impressive 17.1% rating, proving its overwhelming popularity. In second place is Buried Hearts with 15.4%, showcasing its strong appeal. The office romance Love Scout ranked third with 12%, while the historical drama The Haunted Palace followed in fourth with 11%....

Credit: tvN tvN’s upcoming drama, Resident Playbook , is already stirring up anticipation with its recent teaser video and posters, hinting at a vibrant expansion of the beloved Hospital Playlist universe . Resident Playbook is a spin-off that follows a group of residents dreaming of becoming “good doctors” and their journey toward realizing that dream. The drama stars rising talents Go Youn Jung , Shin Sia, Han Yezee, Kang You Seok, and Jung Jun Won, who will bring to life the residents of the obstetrics and gynecology department at Jongno Yulje Hospital....

Credit: Jenie, RM’s Instagram BTS’s V has found himself at the center of two different dating rumors— one with famed dancer LEEJUNG and the other with BLACKPINK’s Jennie . The speculation was ignited after all three stars attended the ‘ Tyler, The Creator’ concert in Korea on September 14th. Both V and Jennie were seen enjoying the show, though not together. V attended with his fellow BTS members J-Hope and RM, while Jennie was there with model Lee Ho Jung....

Credit: Yoon Eun Hye Instagram Yoon Eun Hye is set to shock viewers by candidly revisiting the traumas she endured during her Baby V.O.X. years. The actress and former idol appears as a guest on the September 11th broadcast of SBS’s A Story about the Day , which focused on the violent history of so-called “yongyeok gangsters”—enforcers notorious in the 1990s for brutal acts carried out during Seoul’s redevelopment projects....

Credit: CJ ENM Pretty Crazy has officially confirmed its August theatrical release, heating up summer with wild comedy. The film just unveiled three new character posters along with a high-energy launch trailer. Directed by Lee Sang Geun—who helmed the 2019 box office smash Exit — Pretty Crazy reunites the director with Exit star YoonA and much of the original creative team. This time, they’re back with a devilishly offbeat comedy....

Credit: studio Floww Young trot star Jung Dong Won has had his unlicensed driving case officially referred to the prosecutor’s office. Police reportedly uncovered the violation while investigating a separate case in which Jung was the victim. Earlier this year, he was blackmailed by three individuals who had taken his phone and demanded 200 million won ($148,000), threatening to expose his private life. Jung handed over 100 million won ($74,000) to retrieve the phone, and the blackmailers were arrested after his agency filed a complaint....

Credit: Choi Yoon Ra’s Instagram Choi Yoon Ra has officially become a mom. The actress took to social media on July 3rd to share the joyful news that she had given birth to a healthy baby girl after 22 hours of labor. She posted heartwarming photos from the hospital, including one of her gazing lovingly at her newborn and another of her daughter peacefully sleeping in the nursery. Her husband, beaming with pride, was also seen in the delivery room looking at his wife and newborn, capturing the pure happiness of the moment....

Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus is diving into murky waters with its new original series Low Life and the impressive ensemble cast. Set in 1977, Low Life follows a scrappy crew of small-town hustlers all chasing the same prize—a long-lost treasure ship buried deep beneath the sea. The teaser poster drops a punchy tagline: “Country folks smell cash and come running!” and teases the chaotic gold rush to come....

Credit: MBC MBC’s upcoming Friday-Saturday drama Motel California has released a romantic teaser showcasing Lee Se Young and Na In Woo ‘s enduring first love that has spanned over two decades. Motel California tells the story of a woman born and raised in a countryside motel who reunites with her first love after returning to her hometown, which she fled 12 years ago. Based on the popular 2019 novel Home, Bitter Home , the series stars Lee Se Young as Ji Gang Hee, an interior designer who’s weathered life’s challenges, and Na In Woo as Cheon Yeon Su, whose life takes an unexpected turn after reuniting with Gang Hee, the girl he’s loved since childhood....

Credit: Netflix Physical: 100 Season 2 – Underground has now secured 2nd place for two consecutive weeks and entered the Top 10 lists in 74 countries, including the United States, Canada, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Egypt, Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Taiwan. The highly anticipated finale episodes 8 and 9 unveiled the results of the mine transportation match between Team Kim Dong Hyun, Team Lee Jae Yoon and Team Hong Beom Seok....

Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus has unveiled the teaser poster and trailer for its upcoming original series Tempest —and with it, a glimpse into a high-stakes political thriller anchored by Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won ’s powerful chemistry. In Tempest , Jun Ji Hyun plays Moon Ju, a celebrated UN ambassador suddenly thrust into a web of danger as she investigates the shocking assassination attempt on a presidential candidate....

K-pop stars have taken the world by storm, captivating audiences far beyond Korea. Despite their demanding schedules, many idols find time to indulge in unique hobbies that resonate with their personalities. They often share their experiences and creative endeavors with fans; these pastimes can spark trends. In this article, we will explore some intriguing hobbies K-pop stars embrace. Soyeon Credit: Jeon So Yeon Instagram Jeon So Yeon , the leader and main rapper of the five-member girl group (G)I-DLE, wears many hats as a lyricist, composer, arranger, and producer....