Japanese Woman Who ‘Surprise Kissed’ Bts’ Jin Charged With Sexual Harassment

Credit: Big Hit Music A Japanese woman who planted an unexpected kiss on BTS member Jin is now facing sexual harassment charges. According to recent police reports, the Songpa Police Station in Seoul has charged a woman in her 50s, identified only as “A,” with sexual harassment in a crowded public place under the Sexual Violence Punishment Act. Authorities have requested she appear for questioning. The incident occurred on June 13th of last year, the day after Jin completed his military service, during his “Jin’s Greetings” event at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 259 words · Sheri Labarre

Jeon Do Yeon, Sul Kyung Gu, Zo In Sung And Cho Yeo Jeong Join Lee Chang Dong’S Long

Credit: MANAGEMENT SOOP, Netflix, Base Camp Company, High Entertainment Netflix has officially greenlit Possible Love (working title), the highly anticipated new film from director Lee Chang Dong—marking his first project in eight years with a powerhouse cast. Possible Love tells the story of two couples living in radically different worlds whose lives slowly begin to intertwine, setting off fractures in each of their everyday lives. Jeon Do Yeon , who won Best Actress at the 60th Cannes Film Festival for Secret Sunshine , reunites with Lee Chang Dong in the role of Mi Ok....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 396 words · Stacie Stevens

Ji Chang Wook Shares His Experience Living As A Farmer In Mexico On ‘My Name Is Gabriel’

Credit: iMBC Ji Chang Wook opened up about his unique experience living as a farmer in Mexico on new JTBC variety show My Name is Gabriel. During a production presentation held on June 20th in Seoul, Ji Chang Wook shared, “I haven’t been on a variety show in a while, so I felt a bit awkward at first. But I got used to it, and I think you’ll enjoy the show....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 375 words · William Smith

Jo Yoon Hee Reveals Reasons Behind Divorce From Lee Dong Gun

Credit: TV CHOSUN Jo Yoon Hee shared the reasons behind her divorce from Lee Dong Gun on the first episode of TV CHOSUN’s Now I’m Alone , which aired on the 9th. The episode featured actors Jeon No Min, Jo Yoon Hee, and former announcer Choi Dong Seok discussing various personal stories. Reflecting on her divorce, Jo Yoon Hee said, “It’s been five years since the divorce. Time has flown by....

January 8, 2026 · 3 min · 451 words · Clarence Rocha

Jung Ryeo Won & Wi Ha Jun’S ‘The Midnight Romance In Hagwon’ Premieres With Promising Ratings

Credit: tvN Following the hit drama Queen of Tears , the new series The Midnight Romance in Hagwon has launched with an encouraging viewership of 5.2%. This new Ahn Pan Seok’s romance series appears to have once again captured the audience’s attention. On May 11th, tvN kicked off its latest weekend drama, which is set against the backdrop of the academy hub of Daechi-dong. The show features a story of complex and engaging midnight romance between a star tutor and her once-student-now-colleague....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 315 words · Martin Carpio

Ki Eun Se’S Ambition Meets Luxurious Yet Daring Fashion In ‘Red Swan’

Credit: Disney Plus Ki Eun Se is making waves with her bold yet elegant fashion in Disney Plus’ new drama Red Swan . The drama tells the story of Oh Wan Soo (played by Kim Ha Neul ), a former golfer who enters high society when she marries the heir of the Hwain Group. After her life is threatened due to a fierce battle over succession, Wan Soo comes face-to-face with the Hwain family’s secret due to her bodyguard Seo Do Yoon ( Rain )....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 328 words · Felisa Delbridge

Kim Go Eun And Lee Ji Ah Explore Whiskey And Cuisine Pairings In New Variety Show

Credit: Kim Go Eun, Lee Ji Ah Instagram Kim Go Eun and Lee Ji Ah are set to appear together in the new tvN variety show Just the Two of Us (literal title), which centers around whiskey and food pairings. According to industry insiders on October 5th, the show will follow the two stars as they research and write columns about whiskey and dining pairings, visiting restaurants both in Korea and abroad, including locations in Seoul and Taipei....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 295 words · Sammie Williams

Kim Ho Joong Arrives At Court With Hands Restrained

Will singer Kim Ho Joong get arrested? Credit: Yonhap News Mr. Trot singer Kim Ho Joong appeared in court today for a hearing to determine whether he’ll be arrested on charges of drunk driving and hit-and-run. The hearing comes after a series of events following a May 9th incident where Kim Ho Joong allegedly hit a taxi while driving under the influence. Instead of stopping to help the victim, he reportedly fled the scene....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 338 words · Peter Decinti

Kim Jae Kyung Tied The Knot In Private Summer Ceremony

Credit: Namoo Actors Former Rainbow member and actress Kim Jae Kyung, 35, has revealed that she secretly tied the knot last summer. Her agency, Namoo Actors, released a statement on December 16th announcing that “Kim Jae Kyung has met a special someone and, based on deep trust and affection, exchanged marriage vows last summer in a ceremony attended by immediate family members.” The statement continued, “Kim Jae Kyung’s spouse is a non-celebrity, and the ceremony was kept private out of respect for the spouse....

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 194 words · Lillian Hills

Kim Jae Young Talks Romantic Scenes With Park Shin Hye In ‘The Judge From Hell’: ‘I Was So Nervous’

Credit: Management S Kim Jae Young shared his experience working alongside Park Shin Hye in the SBS drama The Judge from Hell , which wrapped up its run with a strong viewer reception. On October 5th, he sat down for an interview to reflect on his role and the memorable moments on set. In the series, Kim plays Han Da On, a passionate detective who is endlessly compassionate toward the weak but unforgiving to those who abuse their power....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 392 words · David Foster

Kim Ji Won’S Iconic Oranc Tv Cf Resurfaces After A Decade

Credit: Donga Otsuka Kim Ji Won , currently making waves as the next “rom-com Queen” with her role in Queen of Tears , is now in the spotlight for a commercial she shot a decade ago, showcasing her flawless visuals that haven’t aged a day. Recently, online communities have been abuzz with photos and videos from Kim Ji Won’s TV commercial for OranC, shot between 2010 and 2012. In the commercials, Kim Ji Won displayed an exotic beauty and captivated viewers as the “OranC girl,” singing the catchy jingle, “Getting the stars for you, getting the moon from you,” radiating her unique lively and refreshing charm....

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 170 words · Harriet Tate

Kim Jong Kook’S Marriage News Results In Special Early Airing On ‘My Little Old Boy’

Credit: TURBO J Company Kim Jong Kook ’s marriage announcement will be revealed on the My Little Old Boy episode airing August 31st. Originally, this segment was scheduled to air on September 7th, but the segment will be aired earlier since Kim Jong Kook’s wedding will take place beforehand. Kim Jong Kook also shared the news directly with his fans through his fan community. He wrote, “This year marks my 30th anniversary since my debut, but instead of making the album I wanted, I made my other half instead....

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 197 words · Mary Gould

Kim Sae Ron And Lee Chae Min Bring First

Credit: JNC Movie A new wave of first-love butterflies is on the way. Every Day, We (literal title) , starring Kim Sae Ron and Lee Chae Min , has released its trailer, offering a tender, nostalgic look at the confusing emotions of being seventeen. Marking the first teen romance of 2026, the film also stars Ryoo Ui Hyun and Choi Yu Ju. Notably, Every Day, We is the late Kim Sae Ron’s final on-screen work, lending added weight and poignancy to the story’s coming-of-age themes....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 326 words · Karen Martens

Lee Jung Ha Will Not Return For ‘Moving’ Season 2 Due To Marine Corps Enlistment

Credit: Namoo Actors Lee Jung Ha , the breakout star of the global hit series Moving , will soon be bidding a temporary farewell to his fans as he fulfills his mandatory military service. MyDaily reported on November 24th that Lee recently applied to the Republic of Korea Marine Corps and is scheduled to enlist on January 26th, 2026. The actor reportedly expressed a strong personal desire to serve in the Marines, known for their rigorous training....

January 8, 2026 · 3 min · 518 words · Samuel Holling

Lee Min Ho Admits Pressure Playing Iconic ‘Omniscient Reader’ Hero

Credit: Lotte Entertainment With its July 23 premiere drawing closer, fantasy blockbuster Omniscient Reader: The Prophet lifted the curtain at a production press conference held on June 17th. Director Kim Byung Woo was joined by stars Ahn Hyo Seop, Lee Min Ho, Chae Soo Bin, Shin Seung Ho, and Nana, who offered behind-the-scenes stories and fresh insights into one of the summer’s most anticipated releases. The fantasy action film features distinctive characters in a world where reality and fantasy harmoniously blend....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 348 words · Julia Lieder

Lee Se Young And Na In Woo Bring First Love To Life In 2025 Series ‘Motel California’

Credit: iMBC, Sports Hankook Lee Se Young and Na In Woo are set to star in the upcoming MBC Friday-Saturday drama Motel California . Motel California is a romance drama based on the 2019 novel “Home, Bitter Home” by writer Sim Yun Seo. The story follows a woman who grew up in a rural motel, ran away from her hometown, and, after 12 years, returns to face her past and rekindle her first love....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 331 words · Christine Richard

Lee Yeon Hee To Become A Mother This September

Credit: Stardailynews Lee Yeon Hee , 36, is set to become a mother. The actress is currently pregnant and is expected to give birth in September. On June 7th, Saram Entertainment told Dispatch, “A precious new life has come to Lee Yeon Hee’s family. We ask for your blessings and support for Lee Yeon Hee and her baby, who is due in September.” This marks a joyful milestone four years after her marriage....

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 193 words · Drew Harris

Netflix Locks In ‘Culinary Class Wars 2’ For Year

Credit: Netflix Netflix is moving ahead with Culinary Class Wars 2 , locking in a December release despite the ongoing controversies surrounding Paik Jong Won. The announcement came during the Netflix Entertainment Festival 2025 held on September 2nd at JW Dongdaemun Marriott Hotel in Seoul, where a slate of upcoming variety titles was unveiled. Among those on the docket: Crime Scene Zero , Agents of Mystery 2 , Physical: Asia , Culinary Class Wars 2 , Three Idiots in Kenya , Lee Seo Jin’s Dalla Dalla (literal title), Single’s Inferno 5 , Better Late Than Single 2 , Kian’s Bizarre B&B 2 , and Yoo Jae Suk Camp (literal title)....

January 8, 2026 · 2 min · 242 words · Kenneth Porter

Netflix’S ‘The Whirlwind’ Gets New Main Trailer And Poster

Credit: Netflix Netflix has released the main trailer and poster for The Whirlwind , a political thriller set to premiere on June 28th. The new official trailer and poster reveal the intense rivalry between Prime Minister Park Dong Ho and Deputy Prime Minister Jeong Su Jin. Starring Sol Kyung Gu and Kim Hee Ae, the upcoming show promises a gripping battle of convictions and greed over 12 episodes. Renowned screenwriter Park Kyung Su returns after seven years with The Whirlwind , delivering sharp wit and electrifying confrontations reminiscent of his award-winning hits like The Chaser and Punch ....

January 8, 2026 · 1 min · 213 words · Joseph Ellerbee

Newjeans’ ‘Ditto’ Surpasses 700 Million Streams, Cementing Their Global Popularity

Credit: ADOR NewJeans’ hit single “Ditto” has officially surpassed 700 million streams on Spotify, solidifying the K-pop group’s status as a global phenomenon. As of Wednesday, Spotify reported that “Ditto,” from the group’s single album OMG , had garnered 700,011,492 streams. This achievement marks “Ditto” as NewJeans’ second track to reach the 700-million milestone, following the title track “OMG” from the same album. Released as a pre-release track on December 19th, 2022, “Ditto” is celebrated for its cozy, feel-good melody and the group’s warm vocals....

January 8, 2026 · 3 min · 445 words · Kevin Dorsch