Son Suk Ku, Hyun Bong Sik’S Variety Show Appearance Serves Up Laughs And Confessions

Credit: JTBC Hyun Bong Sik and Son Suk Ku appeared as guests on JTBC’s Please Take Care of My Refrigerator 2 , where Hyun talked about a group photo with his fellow 1984-born celebrity friends, giving a big laugh. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HigEf_simek In the latest episode, the actor duo revealed that they bonded over their surprisingly shy personalities. Son confessed, “When I’m alone at restaurants, I’m so shy that I keep my hand raised....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 309 words · John Parker

Son Ye Jin On Motherhood, Marriage, And A New Chapter After Her Blue Dragon Win

Credit: Blue Dragon Film Awards No Other Choice actress Son Ye Jin marked a major turning point in her career this year, taking home her second Best Actress trophy at the Blue Dragon Film Awards and embracing what she calls a brand-new chapter of life. Speaking after the ceremony, Son admitted the win still feels surreal. “I went straight into filming my next project after the awards, so everything passed in a blur,” she said with a laugh....

January 16, 2026 · 3 min · 432 words · Joseph Chapman

Song Hye Kyo Reveals Why She Missed Blue Dragon Red Carpet

Credit: Song Hye Kyo’s Instagram Song Hye Kyo captivated fans with a chic new bob hairstyle at the Blue Dragon Film Awards, though many were left wondering why she didn’t appear on the red carpet. Song Hye Kyo took to Instagram on November 20th to share a video compilation of her appearance during the live broadcast. In the clip, she radiated beauty with her short hair, drawing immediate attention the moment the camera focused on her in the audience....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 272 words · Harry Werner

Song Kang Joins’ I

Credit: Namoo Actors, Mnet Mnet’s forthcoming show I-LAND 2: N/a (I-LAND 2) , a global girl group debut project, is gaining traction with Song Kang joining the endeavor as a new storyteller. Mnet confirmed on the 11th that Song Kang will be part of the show, which is set to premiere next month on the 18th. Song Kang’s contribution is much anticipated, as he is set to enlist for military service just two days later, on the 2nd, making I-LAND 2: N/a, one of his last activities before his enlistment....

January 16, 2026 · 3 min · 440 words · Shirley Gamez

Song Seung Heon’S Family Stories Resurface Amid His Mother’S Passing

Credit: Netflix Song Seung Heon is in mourning following the death of his mother. She passed away at the age of 77. The actor’s agency shared the sad news on September 21st. A wake is currently being held, with the funeral procession scheduled for Tuesday morning. The news comes at a professional high point for the actor. He is currently starring in the popular ENA drama My Troublesome Star , which has been a ratings success and is approaching its finale....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 290 words · Lynn Rich

Suzy And Lee Do Hyun Star In Urban Zakapa’S Comeback Mv For New Ep ‘Stay’

Credit: Netflix, Yue Hua Entertainment Suzy and Lee Do Hyun are lending their star power to Urban Zakapa’s long-awaited comeback. According to The Fact on October 20th, the two actors have been cast as the leads in the music video for Urban Zakapa’s upcoming EP STAY , which drops November 3rd. The pair already completed filming for the video. While the trio—Jo Hyunah, Kwon Soonil, and Park Yongin—have stayed active through solo releases, concerts, and TV appearances, STAY marks Urban Zakapa’s first group album in four years since Parting in November 2021, making this release especially meaningful....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 290 words · Christopher Chacon

Tang Wei Makes Special Appearance In Iu’S New Music Video Teaser

Credit: EDAM Entertainment Tang Wei made a special appearance in IU ‘s new music video teaser. On February 13th, IU’s agency EDAM Entertainment released the music video teaser for “Shh..,” a track from her sixth mini-album, The Winning . The video begins with the word “SHH,” displayed against a red background. IU appears with short black hair, gazing upwards. The scene then cuts to Tang Wei, leaning on the steering wheel while gazing out the car window with a softened expression....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 242 words · Janet Coleman

Wakeone Confirms Yoon Ji Yoon Will Be Leaving Izna

Credit: Mnet Yoon Ji Yoon is officially leaving izna, WAKEONE, announced on Tuesday. The agency explained that Yoon Ji Yoon, who has been on a health-related hiatus since early this year, decided to leave the group after extensive discussions to prioritize her recovery. Izna will now continue as a six-member group. Izna was formed through Mnet’s popular survival competition show I-LAND2 and officially debuted last November. WAKEONE released the following full statement:...

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 238 words · Yolanda Sibley

Weekly Tv Top 10: ‘Can This Love Be Translated?’ Remains Undefeated, While ‘Single’S Inferno 5’ Jumps In Popularity

Drama Ranking for the 5th week of January TOP 10 Popular TV Drama Series TOP 10 Popular Casts in TV Drama Series Go Youn Jung Can This Love Be Translated? (Share 7.86%) Kim Seon Ho Can This Love Be Translated? (Share 7.40%) Park Shin Hye Undercover Miss Hong (Share 5.81%) Ji Sung The Judge Returns (Share 4.52%) Nam Ji Hyun To My Beloved Thief (Share 3.85%) Ahn Bo Hyun Spring Fever (Share 3....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 323 words · Luvenia Ridings

Weekly Tv Top10: ‘Good Partner’ Tops The List Ahead Of Pre

Drama Ranking for 3rd Week of July SBS’s Good Partner has surged in popularity, reaching the top of the weekly TV rankings just two weeks into its run. The drama, which marks Jang Na Ra’s return to SBS after five years, has received widespread praise. Jang Na Ra herself jumped to the second spot in the cast rankings. However, some viewers have expressed dissatisfaction with the storyline, particularly criticizing the sudden romantic development between Nam Ji Hyun and P....

January 16, 2026 · 3 min · 586 words · Mark Parrott

Who Returned? Hidden White Spoons Revealed In ‘Culinary Class Wars’ Season 2

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars 2 has officially fired the starting gun on a fiercer, twist-packed new season—where the drama is unscripted and the only thing that matters is taste. The hit competition, which pits underground master chefs known as the Black Spoons against South Korea’s top celebrity chefs, the White Spoons, revealed a major rule reversal on December 16th, instantly sending buzz through viewers. Back roughly a year after Season 1 became a global phenomenon, Season 2 wastes no time raising the stakes....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 299 words · Elaine Owens

Winner’S Mino Reportedly Admits To Workplace Negligence During Alternative Military Service

Credit: YG Entertainment WINNER’s Mino has admitted to most of the allegations regarding his unauthorized departure from his workplace while serving as a social service worker. During his alternative service period, Song Mino was embroiled in allegations of neglecting duty and was investigated by the police. Authorities confirmed that he had left his workplace during working hours and are conducting an investigation based on the evidence they have. During a press briefing on March 31st, a National Police Agency official said, “We’ve questioned Song Mino three times and carried out searches and telecom investigations....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 315 words · Melvina Wood

Winners Of The 2024 Baeksang Arts Awards: Kim Go Eun, Lee Hanee, Namkoong Min, ‘Moving’ And More

Credit: JTBC, Baeksang Arts Awards The 60th Baeksang Arts Awards took place on May 7th at the COEX D Hall in Seoul. Shin Dong Yeop , Suzy , and Park Bo Gum served as the MCs for the evening. Disney Plus series Moving took home the coveted Grand Prize in the Television category. Director Park In Je expressed his gratitude , stating, “ If you watch all 20 episodes, you’ll see the credits rolling as Bong Seok ascends into space....

January 16, 2026 · 4 min · 786 words · Helen Anderson

Yoo In Na Reveals Her Ideal Type Over Baijiu: ‘Someone Who Helps Me Relax’

Credit: YouTube channel When Drunk, Impersonators Yoo In Na has shared her ideal type. On Wednesday, the YouTube channel When Drunk, Impersonators released a video titled “I Tried Impersonating Yoo In Na While She Was Drinking Baijiu, and Her Reaction Was Shocking.” In the video, Yoo In Na enjoyed drinks with Lee Soo Ji and Jo Soo Yeon while catching up. She mentioned, “I usually don’t drink much, but I recently discovered a type of alcohol I like: Baijiu....

January 16, 2026 · 2 min · 325 words · Lazaro Flannagan

Yoona’S Leading Men Junho And Lee Chae Min Team Up For Netflix’S ‘Cashero’

Credit: iMBC YoonA was not present at the event, but her name served as the invisible thread connecting the two stars on stage. One man had completed an iconic romance with her, while the other had just launched his career alongside her. Now, they stood face-to-face. The production presentation for the new Netflix series Cashero took place on the morning of December 22nd, attended by director Lee Chang Min and cast members Junho, Kim Hye Jun, Kim Byeong Cheol, Kim Hyang Gi, Lee Chae Min, and Kang Han Na....

January 16, 2026 · 3 min · 446 words · Mary Domingues

Yulhee Makes Acting Debut In ‘My Partner, The Devil’ Post Her Divorce

Credit: Always Former LABOUM member Yulhee is taking her first steps as an actress following her divorce. My Partner, the Devil, starring Yulhee, will be released on the mobile commerce platform Always at 5 PM on the 14th KST. The short-form drama follows the story of Min Jung (Yulhee), who makes a deal with the devil Si An (Yu Shin) to seek revenge on her fiancé who betrayed her after reaching the point of destruction....

January 16, 2026 · 1 min · 201 words · Willie Dow

‘Culinary Class Wars 2’ Gets December Release With Exciting New Trailer And Poster

Credit: Netflix Netflix has set a December 16th release date for Culinary Class Wars 2 . The hit competition series—driven by underdog “black-spoon” chefs trying to overturn the hierarchy through pure talent, and the elite “white-spoon” star chefs fighting to protect their status—unveiled its new underdog poster and teaser on November 18th. The freshly revealed poster teases an even fiercer culinary class war inside the show’s signature main kitchen. The image brims with the wild, competitive energy of chefs specializing in Korean, Western, Chinese, Japanese, and fusion cuisine....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 367 words · Susan Mayo

‘Jung Kook: I Am Still’ Secures Top 10 Spot At North American Box Office

Credit: CGV ICECON, Trafalgar Releasing BTS’s Jungkook has achieved another impressive feat with his solo documentary, Jung Kook: I Am Still. The film offers an intimate look into the singer’s journey as a solo artist, and it has garnered significant attention and box office success worldwide. It brought in an estimated $1.42 million across Friday and Sunday in North America, securing the No. 9 spot at the weekend box office....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 409 words · Diane Jones

‘My Name Is Loh Kiwan’: First Look At Song Joong Ki And Choi Sung Eun In Character

Credit: Netflix Netflix has offered a glimpse into the emotional journey of My Name is Loh Kiwan with newly released stills. The images depict Loh Kiwan ( Song Joong Ki ), a North Korean defector navigating harsh realities in Belgium, and Mari ( Choi Sung Eun ), a woman grappling with grief and loss. Credit: Netflix The film depicts the journey of North Korean defector Loh Kiwan (Song Joong Ki) who seeks refugee status in Belgium, haunted by his mother’s last wish to “survive....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 223 words · Jessica Grant

‘Officer Black Belt’ Stays No. 1 On Netflix Global Top 10 With High

Credit: Netflix The Netflix film Officer Black Belt continues its reign at No. 1 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 (Non-English) for the second consecutive week. Starring Kim Woo Bin and Kim Sung Kyun, the action-packed movie follows Lee Jeong Do ( Kim Woo Bin ), a martial arts expert turned martial arts officer who works alongside probation officer Kim Seon Min ( Kim Sung Kyun ) to prevent crime by monitoring individuals with electronic anklets....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 295 words · Felicia Gutierrez