Credit: Apple TV Lee Min Ho and Kim Min Ha ‘s compelling performances in Pachinko Season 2 have captured the attention of global viewers. The sweeping narrative of Pachinko tells an unforgettable story of love, war, peace, separation, and judgment that crosses borders and generations, beginning with forbidden love. As Season 2 gears up for the release of Episode 7, the emotional depth of Lee Min Ho and Kim Min Ha’s portrayals, embodying the passage of time, continues to make waves....

Credit: tvN The tvN weekend drama Queen of Tears , penned by Park Ji Eun and directed by Jang Young Woo and Kim Hee Won, is causing a stir on the global stage, showing signs of becoming the next big K-drama phenomenon. The series, which airs on tvN, TVING, and Netflix, tells the riveting story of Hong Hae In (Kim Ji Won), an heiress to the conglomerate, and Baek Hyun Woo (Kim Soo Hyun), the son of a village chief, as they navigate the perilous waters of a marriage crisis and the miraculous restart of their love....

Credit: Coupang Play SNL Korea is facing backlash after a recent parody of NewJeans’ Hanni, with some viewers accusing the show of racial insensitivity. The controversial skit aired on the October 19th episode of SNL Korea Season 6 on Coupang Play, featuring actor Kim Eui Sung in a comedic role. In the skit, Ji Ye Eun portrayed Hanni, who recently made headlines for appearing at a National Assembly hearing, while Kim Eui Sung played a corporate executive who was seen taking a selfie with her at the event....

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s global phenomenon Squid Game 2 has hit a sensitive nerve in Vietnam, with viewers calling for a boycott over dialogue referencing the Vietnam War. The controversy has escalated to the point where Vietnamese authorities are now monitoring the situation. According to Lao Dong News, a specific scene in the series has triggered significant viewer backlash over its historical implications. The controversial exchange occurs during a rest period between games when Dae Ho ( Kang Ha Neul ) mentions, “I’m the son of a prestigious family, so my mom only let me play inside with my sisters....

Credit: Netflix The violent and action-packed thriller Trigger didn’t hold back and took things to the next level when it came to addressing gun violence and injustice in Korea’s social system. Despite the high anticipation, did the heavy-handed gun-slinging series push the envelope a little too far? The series stars Kim Nam Gil as Lee Do, a police officer who takes up arms once again in the name of justice, and Kim Young Kwang as Moon Baek, a mysterious figure who spontaneously aids Lee Do at the scenes of these violent crimes....

Credit: Coupang Play Coupang Play’s hit series What Comes After Love has wrapped up with overwhelming acclaim, setting new standards for K-romance dramas and captivating audiences both in Korea and worldwide. Even after the finale, What Comes After Love continues to dominate, with viewer numbers surging by 783% compared to its debut week, securing the top spot on Coupang Play’s charts for weeks. The series has amassed a stellar rating of 4....

Credit: TEAMHOPE, TN Entertainment, AA Group, Prain TPC Wild Thing has finalized its cast and officially begun filming. Kang Dong Won is set to make his most daring transformation since his debut in the upcoming comedy film Wild Thing . Kang Dong Won takes on the role of Hyun Woo , the former leader of the once-popular three-member dance group “Triangle.” Now struggling to make ends meet, he lingers around broadcasting stations as a freelance entertainer....

Credit: STUDIO TAKE Jinyoung took a charming trip down memory lane, sharing details about his own first love experience while promoting his new film. On February 27th, Jinyoung sat down for an interview about his starring role in You Are the Apple of My Eye , a Korean remake of the popular Taiwanese film. The movie follows the story of Jin Woo (Jinyoung), an immature teenager who spends countless days before finally confessing his feelings to his crush Sun Ah (Dahyun)....

Credit: Panic Button The Korean indie music scene is mourning the sudden loss of Mo Su Jin, the vocalist for the duo Acoustic Collabo. Her agency, Panic Button, confirmed the tragic news on January 27th. “Acoustic Collabo vocalist Mo Su Jin passed away on January 25th,” the agency stated. Respecting the wishes of the bereaved family, the agency announced that the specific cause of death will not be disclosed. They also issued a plea to the public to respect the family’s privacy....

Credit: Yonhap News A South Korean court has moved to freeze HYBE chairman Bang Si Hyuk ‘s shares as investigators look into allegations of fraudulent stock dealings. According to legal insiders on December 5th, the Seoul Southern District Court accepted a pre-indictment request from prosecutors on November 19th, ordering a freeze on Bang’s HYBE shares valued at 156.8 billion KRW (approximately 106 million USD). The freeze is a “preservation for forfeiture” measure—a step taken to prevent a suspect from disposing of assets that authorities believe may be tied to criminal profit....

Credit: Koo Jun Yup’s Instagram Taiwanese actress and close friend of Barbie Hsu, Chia Yeong Chieh, shared on social media that Koo Jun Yup was by his wife’s side in her final moments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_UTs0r9Nqmw Chia Yeong Chieh took to Instagram on February 3rd to recount Barbie Hsu’s last moments. She was in Japan at the time but rushed to be by Barbie’s side as soon as she heard the devastating news....

Credit: Belift Lab HYBE’s label Belift Lab has faced a significant backlash after releasing a video defending its group ILLIT against accusations of copying NewJeans. The 27-minute video features Belift Lab CEO Kim Tae Ho, Vice President Choi Yoon Hyuk, and ILLIT’s performance director, all denying any similarities between ILLIT and NewJeans. CEO Kim Tae Ho sharply criticized Min Hee Jin, the CEO of ADOR, stating, “It’s shocking that someone who has worked in the industry for so long can make such baseless claims for personal gain....

Credit: Jeong Ji Woo Instagram Jeong Ji Woo, the sister of BTS member J-Hope , announced that she will be closing her fashion brand Charmeeze, marking the end of her two-year journey. On October 30th, Jung shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram, writing, “I have some heavy news to share. With the rapidly changing market trends and the realistic challenges of running a brand, I went through countless trials and errors....

Credit: SBS Back in 2019, V guested on the SBS Chuseok special BTS Variety Chronicles (literal translation) alongside Bang Si Hyuk. During the show, V shared a funny story from his trainee days that Bang Si Hyuk took a whole year to finally remember his name. V recalled, “After a monthly evaluation, I was heading to the convenience store with RM when we bumped into Bang Si Hyuk. I said hi, but he totally forgot who I was and asked Namjoon, ‘Hey, who’s that next to you?...

Credit: Byun Yo Han Instagram Byun Yo Han welcomed 2026 with a warm New Year’s message—and a photo that quickly set fans talking. On January 1st, the actor shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, wishing everyone a healthy year ahead. Alongside the message, Byun uploaded a photo of his first meal of the year: a neatly prepared bowl of rice cake soup. What caught fans’ attention, however, wasn’t the food itself—but the spoon....

Credit: SHOWBOX, THEBLACKLABEL, Konnect Entertainment As the entertainment industry continues to grapple with revelations related to school bullying, several stars have courageously come forward to share their personal experiences of being bullied. On the 8th, Ju Ji Hoon appeared as a guest on the YouTube show “Zzanbro.” During his appearance, the actor reminisced about his school days, saying, “There used to be 75 students in each classroom, totaling 19 classrooms....

Credit: TOPSTARNEWS Do Kyung Soo , aka D.O., revealed his journey of adapting Taiwanese melodrama sensibilities for Korean audiences in the upcoming film Secret: Untold Melody . Speaking at a press conference held at Megabox COEX in Seoul on Tuesday, the EXO member-turned-actor shared, “I absolutely loved the original Taiwanese film. So choosing this project was a natural decision for me.” Despite his background as a K-pop idol, Do admitted that his lack of piano skills presented a unique challenge....

Credit: Company Soosoo Do Kyung Soo , better known as D.O., opened up about filming kiss scenes with both Won Jin Ah and Shin Ye Eun in the upcoming fantasy romance Secret: Untold Melody . During a recent interview ahead of the film’s release, the EXO member-turned-actor discussed his role in the Korean remake of Jay Chou’s beloved Taiwanese film. Secret: Untold Melody follows the magical moments that unfold when Yu Jun and Jung Ah unexpectedly meet in a campus practice room harboring time-bending secrets....

Credit: Taeyang Instagram BIGBANG’s fans got a dose of nostalgia when three members reunited at Taeyang ‘s solo concert. On September 1st, Taeyang held his “Taeyang 2024 Tour THE LIGHT YEAR in Seoul” at the Olympic Hall in Seoul’s Olympic Park. The concert marked a special moment as three members of the iconic K-pop group BIGBANG reunited on stage. Daesung had already been a guest at the concert the previous day, but this time, G-Dragon also joined the performance....

Credit: ATTRAKT The agency representing the K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY, ATTRAKT, has filed a substantial lawsuit against Warner Music Korea for damages. ATTRAKT announced on Wednesday that it is seeking over 20 billion won (approximately $14 million) from former CEO Jin Seung Young (Clayton Jin) and current Executive Director Yoon Hyung Geun of Warner Music Korea. The lawsuit is based on allegations of contract tampering involving pre-contract communication before the expiration of existing agreements....