Jung Ho Yeon And Lee Dong Hwi Officially End Their 9

Credit: COMPANY ON, MUSINSA Lee Dong Hwi and Jung Ho Yeon have ended their nine-year relationship. The two stars have reportedly broken up and are now focusing on their careers as colleagues. The news was confirmed by YTN earlier today. Lee Dong Hwi and v Ho Yeon publicly acknowledged their relationship in 2016. Despite their demanding schedules, the couple consistently showed support for each other. Jung Ho Yeon often expressed her gratitude for Lee Dong Hwi’s encouragement, particularly during interviews following her global rise to fame through Squid Game ....

January 15, 2026 · 1 min · 113 words · Don Vazquez

K-Pop Star Dies Two Years After Covid

Credit: MBC Lee Tae Geun, a former member of K-pop boy group Naughty Boys Club, sadly passed away on September 4th after a two-year battle with an illness that began after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer. His burial was held on August 5th. In 2022, it was reported that the singer had been suffering from side effects after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. At the time, his acquaintance posted on an online community, saying, “Although he had an underlying health condition, he was living happily after having twins....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 284 words · Matthew Wiggins

Kim Sae Ron’S Audio File Reveals Underage Relationship; Source Reportedly Faced Bribery And Violent Attack

Credit: YTN The family of the late actress Kim Sae Ron has filed criminal complaints against Kim Soo Hyun , accusing him of violating the Child Welfare Act and making false accusations. The claims were detailed during a press conference held on May 7th, 2025, in Seoul, led by the family’s attorney, Boo Ji Seok. Attorney Boo Ji Seok announced that the family submitted a formal complaint against Kim Soo Hyun on May 7th....

January 15, 2026 · 4 min · 723 words · Jeff Mason

Kim Se Jeong And Lee Jong Won Flirt Playfully In ‘Brewing Love’ Teaser

Credit: ENA Kim Se Jeong and Lee Jong Won are ready to get hearts racing with their playful, high-stakes romance in ENA’s upcoming drama, Brewing Love . Ahead of the November 4th premiere, the drama revealed two teaser posters and the first trailer, showcasing the fun yet intense dynamic between leads Chae Yong Joo (Kim Se Jeong) and Yoon Min Joo (Lee Jong Won). Brewing Love follows the story of two complete opposites: Yong Joo, a driven liquor company sales ace who hides her emotions behind work, and Min Joo, a sensitive brewery CEO who reads people’s emotions with ease....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 365 words · Edwin Graham

Kim Soo Hyun And Kim Hye Yoon Celebrate Wins At ‘2024 Newsis K

Credit: Newsis Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Hye Yoon were recently honored at the 6th Newsis Hallyu Expo (2024 Newsis K-Expo), receiving the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Award and National Assembly’s Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee’s Chairman Award, respectively. Queen of Tears star Kim Soo Hyun expressed his gratitude for the recognition, saying, “I’ve been receiving so much love for a great project this year, and it’s such an honor to receive this prestigious award as well,” adding, “I am deeply grateful to everyone who has loved ‘Queen of Tears....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 300 words · Jamie Kissee

Kim Soo Hyun’S Agency Denies Using Seo Ye Ji To Cover Up Issues Involving The Actor

Credit: Seo Ye Ji Instagram Kim Soo Hyun ‘s agency Gold Medalist has denied allegations of sabotaging Seo Ye Ji . On March 18th, the agency issued a statement refuting claims made by HoverLab Inc, a YouTube channel, which alleged that Gold Medalist had colluded with the media to tarnish Seo Ye Ji’s reputation. “These claims are completely baseless and rely on an anonymous informant,” the statement read. “Even the former manager who handled Seo Ye Ji at the time—who has since left the company—was so taken aback by these allegations that they reached out to us....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 437 words · Timothy Burg

Kim Soo Hyun’S Agency To Issue Official Statement Next Week, Actor Sits Out ‘Good Day’ Filming

Credit: Gold Medalist Kim Soo Hyun ’s agency has announced that they will soon release an official statement regarding the issues surrounding him and the late Kim Sae Ron . On March 13th, Gold Medalist stated, “We want to address the recent claims made on Garo Sero Institute. We will release a statement next week based on clear evidence to respond to rumors and set the record straight. We apologize for any distress this has caused and ask for your understanding as we work to prevent further speculation....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 266 words · Karen Page

Kim Soo Hyun’S Lawyer Claims Military Diary Proves He Dated Someone Other Than Kim Sae Ron

Credit: Newsis The legal team representing Kim Soo Hyun has presented new evidence — a journal he kept during his military service — which they claim proves he was not in a relationship with the late Kim Sae Ron while she was a minor. This is the latest development in the high-profile legal battle between the actor and the controversial YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute. On September 30th, Kim’s lawyer stated that he had reviewed the diary from the actor’s time in the military....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 325 words · Elizabeth Mcclellan

Kim Soo Hyun’S Taiwan Fan Meeting In Limbo With Scandal $910K Penalty

Credit: Gold Medalist Kim Soo Hyun is at the center of growing controversy involving the late Kim Sae Ron , raising questions about whether he will proceed with his scheduled appearance in Taiwan. On March 19th (local time), Taiwanese media outlet ETtoday reported that Kim’s participation in the Cherry Blossom Festival Season event in Kaohsiung—hosted by 7-Eleven Taiwan—is now uncertain. Originally, the actor was set to attend a press event and fan meeting, with special merchandise featuring his image, including food packaging, coffee cups, and cup sleeves, already in production....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 338 words · Steven Modrak

Kim Sung Ryoung Opens Up About Her Bold Lingerie Scene In ‘A Virtuous Business’

Credit: FN Entertainment Kim Sung Ryoung has candidly shared the effort she put into preparing for her scene in a slip dress in A Virtuous Business . In a recent interview with StarNews at a café in Gangnam, Seoul, Kim Sung Ryoung reflected on her role in JTBC’s weekend drama A Virtuous Business , which aired its finale on November 17th. Set in 1992, the series explores the lives of four women who launch a door-to-door sex toy business in a rural village....

January 15, 2026 · 3 min · 431 words · Miguel Crockett

Kim Woo Bin Lends Voice To Art Exhibition To Help Kids With Cancer

Credit: AM Entertainment Kim Woo Bin is once again spreading warmth and goodwill through a charitable act. He will participate as a special audio guide narrator for the upcoming exhibition “Katherine Bernhardt: Some of All My Work”, opening on June 6th at the Hangaram Art Museum in Seoul Arts Center. This exhibition is the largest-ever retrospective of American contemporary artist Katherine Bernhardt, offering a glimpse into her bold and striking artistic world....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 271 words · Darryl Manley

Lee Kwang Soo And Do Kyung Soo Meet Ji Chang Wook In Nah Young Seok’S New Variety Show

Credit: Segye Ilbo Do Kyung Soo and Lee Kwang Soo are teaming up once again with star producer Nah Young Seok for a brand-new variety show. According to Ilgan Sports on November 4th, the two recently wrapped filming for Nah’s new YouTube show Nattering With Nah , which airs on his official channel Channel Fullmoon. Their guest appearance ties into the promotion for the upcoming Disney+ original series The Manipulated , premiering November 5th....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 215 words · Sophia Elliott

Lee Kwang Soo Embraces His Dark Side In ‘Karma’, Shin Mina Says She Was Instantly Hooked

Credit: Netflix Lee Kwang Soo is officially entering his villain era—and he couldn’t be more excited. At the press conference for Netflix’s upcoming thriller Karma held at JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square in Seoul on March 31st, the actor shared just how intense the script was. “My hands got so sweaty reading it—it was like a pool,” he said. Joining him on stage were director Lee Il Hyung and co-stars Shin Mina, Park Hae Soo , Lee Hee Jun, Kim Sung Kyun, and Gong Seung Yeon....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 357 words · Marcie Nickel

Lee Sun Kyun Blackmailer Receives Additional Drug Sentence

Credit: Hodu&U Entertainment The manager of a hostess club, already sentenced for blackmailing the late actor Lee Sun Kyun , has received an additional prison sentence for a separate drug conviction. On Tuesday, the Seoul High Court upheld a one-year prison sentence for the 31-year-old woman on charges of illegal drug use. The court also mandated that she complete 40 hours of drug rehabilitation education. If this ruling is finalized, she will serve this year in addition to the five-and-a-half-year sentence she is already facing for the blackmail case....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 264 words · Mae Ortiz

Man Who Sponsored $1.2M To Streamer Juice Seyeon Says She Blocked Him After Scandals

Credit: Juice Seyeon Instagram On October 26, the man, known as Passionate President (the top viewer donor), expressed his frustration in a post, saying, “Even when everyone criticized you, and various allegations came to light, I remained loyal and supported your streams. I admit my contributions have decreased, but I also have personal issues. I guess those weren’t important to you.” He continued, “Is this how it ends when the money runs out?...

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 387 words · Michael Flick

Mystery Romance ‘The Witch’ Starring Park Jin Young, Roh Jeong Eui Sets February Premiere

Credit: Channel A Channel A has confirmed a February 15th premiere date for its new weekend drama The Witch , releasing a first teaser featuring stars Park Jin Young and Roh Jeong Eui . The series adapts another work from hit webtoon creator Kangfull, known for Moving and Light Shop . The Witch follows Dong Jin (Park Jin Young), a man determined to break the curse of misfortune surrounding a woman called a witch, and Mi Jung (Roh Jeong Eui), a woman who has isolated herself from the world after becoming a seed of tragedy....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 390 words · Virginia Roberts

Nam Ji Hyun And Moon Sang Min Spark Romance Buzz Ahead Of Kbs’S 2026 Opener

Credit: Singles Korea Nam Ji Hyun and Moon Sang Min are already generating buzz ahead of the 2026 TV season, as the two stars grace the January issue of Singles Korea to promote their upcoming KBS drama To My Beloved Thief . The series, slated to open KBS’s 2026 drama lineup, marks a youthful romance pairing between Nam Ji Hyun and Moon Sang Min. When asked about key points to watch, Moon didn’t hesitate....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 373 words · Sara Cramer

Namkoong Min To Lead Intense Thriller About Saving His Kidnapped Wife

Credit: NKM Film, Cosmopolitan Namkoong Min is confirmed to star in upcoming KBS drama The Completion of Marriage (literal translation). The drama is set to air next year, according to reports on May 13th. The drama tells the gripping story of a man who fights against a ruthless criminal to rescue his wife, who is kidnapped just before their divorce. Namkoong Min stars as Kang Tae Ju, a former neurosurgeon turned hospital director, who reflects on his relationship with his wife while fighting to rescue her....

January 15, 2026 · 1 min · 183 words · Elmer Parker

Netflix Confirms Production Of ‘Kill Boksoon’ Spin

Credit: Netflix Netflix has officially confirmed the production of Mantis , an upcoming action film that follows the story of Mantis, an elite assassin who returns to a chaotic, collapsed-order hired killer industry after a hiatus. Upon reentering this anarchic world, Mantis encounters Jae Yi, his fellow trainee and rival, and Dok Go, a retired legendary killer, and realizes they are all vying for the top spot among the killers....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 413 words · Mike Tate

Netflix’S ‘My Name Is Loh Kiwan’ Strikes A Chord Worldwide

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s latest cinematic offering, My Name Is Loh Kiwan , continues to stir hearts worldwide, securing the top spot in the Netflix Global TOP 10 Non-English Films chart in its second week of release. The film weaves a poignant tale of a North Korean defector, Lok Kiwan, who arrives in Belgium carrying his last hope for life, and Marie, a woman who has lost her reason to live, as they find themselves irresistibly drawn to each other....

January 15, 2026 · 2 min · 221 words · William Reaume