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Credit: Netflix In a recent candid interview, Roh Jeong Eui , fresh off the release of Netflix’s action blockbuster Badland Hunters directed by Heo Myeong Haeng, shared personal reflections on her journey from being known for weighing 39kg to prioritizing her health and physical strength. After talking about how she recently sent online communities ablaze with her beauty, Roh expressed regret over the attention her 39kg weight once garnered, worrying about the impact it might have on impressionable fans....

Credit: SBS SBS’s new series Buried Hearts is a revenge drama about a man who hacks an account holding political slush funds and goes up against a powerful shadow figure who tries to kill him. It is the second installment in writer Lee Myung Hee’s revenge trilogy, following Money Flower , and stars Park Hyung Sik and Huh Joon Ho as leads. Even with a seemingly predictable plot about a big money fight, the tightly woven story went off to a strong start by striking the darkest depths of viewers’ emotions....

Credit: TV Chosun Ben (real name Lee Eun Young) will share her emotional journey following her divorce in an upcoming episode of All By Myself, airing on TV CHOSUN . In a preview aired Tuesday, the South Korean singer opened up about her challenges after ending her three-year marriage. As the “Queen of OSTs” for her contributions to popular drama soundtracks, Ben introduced herself on the show, saying, “I’m Ben, the mother of two-year-old Ria....

Credit: Skyturtle South Korean comedian Kim Byung Man, best known for his role on the popular variety show Law of the Jungle and King of Survival: Tribal War , has denied allegations of assaulting his ex-wife. Kim Byung Man’s agency, Skyturtle, issued a statement on November 12th, saying, “The claims that Kim Byung Man assaulted his ex-wife are not true.” The agency clarified that Kim Byung Man’s ex-wife made false accusations of assault during their divorce proceedings....

Credit: tvN Byun Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon delivered a heartwarming happy ending in the final episode of tvN’s Lovely Runner . The drama dominated its Monday-Tuesday time slot for eight consecutive weeks, pulling in an average nationwide viewership rating of 5.8%, with a peak of 6.9%. The finale saw Ryu Sun Jae (played by Byun Woo Seok) finally regain all his memories of Im Sol (Kim Hye Yoon)....

Credit: STUDIO X+U The much-anticipated No Way Out: The Roulette has released a teaser, hinting at an epic scale and thrilling storyline. The teaser for No Way Out: The Roulette has dropped, showcasing a tantalizing mix of tension and intensity. The drama centers around the public assassination contract on the notorious criminal Kim Guk Ho, with a bounty of 20 billion KRW (approximately $15.5 million USD) placed on his head, sparking a fierce and deadly struggle among those vying for the reward....

Credit: Watcha Semantic Error: The Movie has recorded a cumulative audience of 50,000 on its fourth week of release. The movie version of drama Semantic Error follows the love story between two polar opposite students – Choo Sang Woo (played by Park Jaechan ) and Jang Jae Young ( Park Seo Ham ). The story unfolds as a strict, rule-abiding computer science major gets to work together with a narcissistic visual arts student....

Credit: BY4M Studio Spring’s breakout Korean hit The Match continues its winning streak, claiming the No. 1 spot at the weekend box office for a third straight week and officially surpassing its break-even point. According to the Korean Film Council, The Match drew a total of 1,807,602 admissions as of Sunday, April 13th, crossing its breakeven threshold of 1.8 million. With over 300K tickets sold over its third weekend alone, the film has shown minimal drop-off from its second-week performance, signaling strong and sustained audience interest....

Credit: STUDIO X+U The upcoming action-fantasy Twelve is already being hailed as this summer’s must-watch, and its newly released teaser—introducing Korean heroes powered by the twelve zodiac animals—has only added fuel to the hype. Based on the Eastern zodiac concept, Twelve follows 12 angels living in human form to protect humanity as they battle against forces of evil in this fresh take on the superhero genre. After sealing the gate to hell in an ancient battle—at the cost of four comrades and their own powers—the remaining eight angels retreat into quiet lives....

Edited by Seo Hae Lan Translated by Kim Hoyeun Credit: tvN In the romantic comedy web novel-turned-TV series Wedding Impossible , an unknown actress finds herself in a whirlwind of pretense and unexpected romance after entering into a “contract marriage” with her longtime friend, only to fall unexpectedly for her friend’s brother. Ah Jeong ( Jeon Jong Seo ), a bit-part actress with an undying passion for her craft, discovers that her friend, Do Han ( Kim Do Wan ), is a chaebol heir....

Kim Tae Hee and Rain Power couple Kim Tae Hee and Rain splashed out on a luxurious $1.78 million (roughly 2.36 billion won) home in Irvine, California back in 2019, just before welcoming their second daughter. According to Park Jong Bok, a well-known South Korean real estate consultant who’s helped out other celebs, Irvine ticks all the boxes for affluent families. “Think beautiful scenery, a balmy climate, and top-notch schools – the average SAT scores here are the highest in the nation,” said the agent....

Credit: Vogue Korea The recent public romance of aespa’s Karina and Lee Jae Wook has ignited a storm of emotion among fans, with one particular overseas supporter expressing their disappointment through a dramatic truck protest, leaving domestic fans perplexed. On the 4th, online communities buzzed with photos of a truck sent by an international fan of Karina. The truck bore messages like, “Is the love from your fans not enough for you?...

Credit: Ash Island’s Instagram Ash Island announced his marriage on July 7th through his personal Instagram account. The rapper posted several photos along with the caption, “I have promised to spend the rest of my life with Chanmina. I am so grateful for her and she has always been my greatest support in every way. I am so thankful and happy to be a family with her.” Additionally, he announced the news of his departure from his agency, Ambition Music, which came as a surprise to many....

Credit: YG BLACKPINK is firing the opening shot of their “DEADLINE” tour with their first new song in nearly 2 years and 8 months. On the 23rd, YG Entertainment announced that BLACKPINK will premiere their new song for the first time at “BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR ‘DEADLINE’ IN GOYANG,” taking place July 5th and 6th at Goyang Main Stadium. Despite details such as the title, theme, and release schedule being tightly under wraps, global fans have been eagerly awaiting any sign of a comeback....

Credit: Coupang Play Coupang Play’s new series Newtopia has launched to record-breaking numbers, while simultaneously igniting heated discussions about lead actress Jisoo ‘s acting abilities. Released on the 7th, Newtopia follows the story of a soldier Jae Yoon and his girlfriend Young Joo as they navigate zombie-infested Seoul to reach each other. Based on the novel Influenza , the series has released its first two episodes, with new episodes dropping every Friday for a total of eight episodes....

Credit: HYBE A public petition has emerged calling for BTS member Suga to be banned from appearing on KBS, despite his recent headlines for donating 5 billion won ($3.6 million) to Yonsei Medical Center . A post titled “Request to Restrict Suga’s Appearances Due to DUI Fine” was uploaded to KBS’s online viewer petition board on June 23rd. The petitioner asked KBS to hold a review meeting and take action against Suga for his DUI incident....

Credit: HYBE ARMY has been sharply divided following Suga ‘s DUI incident. An Influential BTS fan account on X (formerly Twitter) with 290,000 followers was deleted on August 13th. Previously known as the “BTS Music Information Team,” the account posted on August 9th, “This is affecting everyone. We need an explanation from the artist.” While the post garnered 26 million views, it also faced backlash from some ARMY members. Some ARMYs criticized the account, stating that it “crossed a line” and was “meddling in other people’s business....

Credit: BTS Facebook, LF TNGT BTS’ V and Park Bo Gum are leaving for France to attend CELINE’s show. According to Newsen, CELINE announced that V and Park Bo Gum will be attending their show for the “S/S 2023 Menswear Collection.” V and Park Bo Gum are famous for their relationship. The two grew closer while hosting the KBS music show Music Bank together. Since then, they were spotted constantly spending time together, going to an amusement park, a trip to Jeju Island, and watching concerts....

Credit: JTBC BTS member Jin served up charm, wit, and a serious love of seafood during his guest appearance on JTBC’s Please Take Care of My Refrigerator 2 . Jin made a polished entrance, greeting the hosts and chefs with the easy charm of a seasoned global superstar. Now preparing for BTS’s full group comeback, he said with a smile, “All our members have completed their military service. Please look forward to us....

Credit: tvN ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo choked up while recalling his late bandmate Moonbin during the May 8th broadcast of tvN’s variety show You Quiz on the Block. “Last year was a very difficult time for me,” Cha Eun Woo confessed. “I wrote the lyrics for our new album, and I had so much to say. So I spent every day and night filming, writing, and recording. People tend to forget things too quickly....