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Credit: SM Entertainment The fallout from RIIZE member Seunghan’s recent departure, following a “private life controversy,” is spreading internationally. Some overseas K-pop merchandise distributors are boycotting RIIZE products, framing Seunghan’s exit as “collective bullying” of the artist. On the 16th, Eve Pink, a Houston-based K-pop merchandise distributor, issued a statement on social media, explaining, “Due to the concerns and current situation regarding RIIZE and Seunghan, we have decided to cease restocking RIIZE albums and merchandise....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 351 words · Elena Morgan

Kim Bora Remembers Late Kim Sae Ron With Personal Letter And Tribute Video

Credit: Kim Bora’s Instagram Kim Bora shared a heartfelt letter and video in memory of the late Kim Sae Ron . Posting on her Instagram Story, Kim Bora wrote, “You were 11 and I was 16 when we first met at an audition. You found me so interesting for some reason and just wouldn’t stop chatting away next to me. That’s how it started—then you became a middle schooler, a high schooler and suddenly you were the one picking me up in a car....

January 7, 2026 · 3 min · 439 words · Jamie Miller

Kim Da Mi And Park Hae Soo’S ‘The Great Flood’ Set For December Netflix Release With New Poster

Credit: Netflix Netflix has locked December 19th as the global release date for The Great Flood , unveiling a haunting teaser poster for its upcoming sci-fi disaster blockbuster starring Kim Da Mi and Park Hae Soo . The film, which made its debut at the 30th Busan International Film Festival in the “Korean Cinema Today – Special Premiere” section, has been generating buzz ahead of release. The Great Flood unfolds on Earth’s final day, submerged by catastrophic floods, where a handful of survivors fight desperately inside a waterlogged apartment building to preserve humanity’s last hope....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 294 words · Marcy Leavins

Kim Hye Yoon And Lomon Bring Gumiho Romance To Life In ‘No Tail To Tell,’ Premiering In January

Credit: SBS SBS’s upcoming Friday–Saturday drama No Tail to Tell has locked in its premiere date—and the excitement is already building. On December 9th, the team confirmed a January launch and shared photos from the read-through, instantly ramping up anticipation. The series is a fantasy rom-com about an GenZ gumiho who refuses to become human and a self-obsessed man whose life flips overnight. Kim Hye Yoon stars as Eun Ho, a gumiho who’s tried everything except dating, while Lomon plays Kang Si Yeol, a superstar soccer player whose destiny takes a sudden turn....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 295 words · Edward Marshall

Kim Hye Yoon, Yum Jung Ah, Cha Joo Young Team Up As Bank

Credit: Ghost Studio, Artist Company Yum Jung Ah , Cha Joo Young and Kim Hye Yoon are set to join forces on the big screen as a trio of bank robbers in Land , a new crime drama from director Han Dong Wook. According to industry insiders, the three stars have signed on as the leads, with a table read held on August 12th. The production aims to start filming later this year once final details are locked in....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 242 words · Samuel Burch

Kim Sae Ron’S Family Slams Ex

Credit: Kim Sae Ron Instagram The family of the late actress Kim Sae Ron is pushing back firmly against claims made by her ex-boyfriend, accusations suggesting that family neglect played a role in her death. In a phone interview with CBS No Cut News on March 25th, Kwon Young Chan, head of the Association for Celebrity Suicide Prevention, refuted those claims, saying, “Kim Sae Ron attempted to take her life nearly 20 times, and on 18 of those occasions, it was her parents who took her to the hospital....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 329 words · Joseph Stuart

Kim Seon Ho Reveals The Shockingly Low Pay He Received Early In His Acting Career

Credit: by PDC Youtube Channel An interview with Kim Seon Ho on the YouTube channel ‘by PDC’ from back in February is making the rounds again, shedding light on his early acting days and the financial struggles he faced. In a video uploaded on February 29th this year, Kim Seon Ho addressed being called a “role model for ‘open-run’ actors.” He explained, “‘Open-run’ refers to theater productions that continue indefinitely without a set closing date, like Rooftop Room Cat and Boeing Boeing ....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 337 words · Charlene Dockery

Kim So Hyun And Chae Jong Hyeop’S New Romance To Hit The Screen In July

Credit: courtesy of the actors’ agencies Kim So Hyun and Chae Jong Hyeop are set to rekindle the memories of first love in the upcoming tvN drama Serendipity’s Embrace . The series captures the innocence of teenage love and the journey to true love in their twenties. On the 21st, tvN announced the confirmed cast for Serendipity’s Embrace , along with the actors’ thoughts on their roles and the characters’ backgrounds....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 331 words · Jeremy Wohlert

Kim Soo Hyun Bids Farewell To ‘Queen Of Tears’: “It’S A Special Project For Me”

Credit: Hankook I Kim Soo Hyun has shared his heartfelt sentiments as the hit tvN drama Queen of Tears wrapped up its final episode on the 28th. The weekend series concluded its run with a record-breaking viewership of 24.9%, securing the highest rating in tvN’s history. Kim, who portrayed Baek Hyun Woo, captivated audiences with his dynamic portrayal as a husband, son-in-law, youngest son, and head of the legal team....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 281 words · Barbara Valeri

Kim Soo Hyun Makes $3.6M Profit On Home Sale Amidst Mounting Legal Fees

Credit: Gold Medalist Kim Soo Hyun has reportedly sold one of his three luxury apartments in Seoul’s exclusive Galleria Fore complex, sparking speculation that the move was made to quickly raise cash amid growing legal pressures . The actor had purchased three units in Galleria Fore: one for 4.02 billion won ($2.9 million) in October 2013, another for 3.02 billion won ($2.2 million) in October 2014 and a third for 8....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 358 words · Paul Balasco

Kim Woo Bin And Shin Mina Share Official Wedding Photos After Star

Credit: Photo courtesy of AM Entertainment The official photos are finally here. AM Entertainment released breathtaking images from the wedding of Shin Mina and Kim Woo Bin today, which took place on the evening of December 20th at The Shilla Seoul’s Dynasty Hall. The photos show a radiant Shin Mina in a strapless gown with petal-like embellishments, looking every bit the perfect bride. Kim Woo Bin matched her elegance, showing off his impeccable physique in a classic black tuxedo....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 232 words · Carlos Poirier

Kim Woo Seok Reportedly Dating Kang Na Eon

Credit: Blitzway Studios, Enter Seven Former member of UP10TION and X1 Kim Woo Seok is reportedly dating Kang Na Eon . News1 reported that Kim Woo Seok and Kang Na Eon started dating after meeting on the set of Social Savvy Class 101 on October 25th. The couple, who have a five-year age difference—Kim Woo Seok born in 1996 and Kang Na Eon in 2001—grew close while working together and eventually began a romantic relationship....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 258 words · Martha Smith

Kim Yoo Jung Shares Her Healing Experience On The Camino De Santiago

Credit: Kim Yoo Jung’s Instagram Kim Yoo Jung took to Instagram to share a heartfelt New Year’s message with fans on February 1st. She began her post with, “Hello! 2024 (25) 2025 (??) Hello?”, reflecting on the past year—appreciating fleeting moments, prioritizing rest, and embracing personal growth. Along with her message, she posted photos from her Camino de Santiago journey in Spain. Dressed casually with a backpack, her radiant smile and adventurous energy captivated fans....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 86 words · Lucy Parado

Lee Bo Young’S New Mystery Thriller ‘Hide’ Gets March Release Date And Gripping New Poster

Credit: Coupang Play Coupang Play has unveiled the release date and a suspenseful teaser poster for its upcoming series, Hide. Hide unfolds the gripping tale of a woman confronting the shocking truth about her missing husband. The upcoming drama is directed by Kim Dong Hwi of The Tale of Nokdu and Fight For My Way . The newly released teaser poster offers a tantalizing glimpse of the drama’s dark and suspenseful atmosphere....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 182 words · Blanche Hudson

Lee Dong Hwi Looks Back On Wanting To Marry Quickly After Split From Jung Ho Yeon

Credit: ZO ZAZZ’s YouTube Channel Lee Dong Hwi is getting candid about his desire to get married soon. During a recent appearance on ZOZAZZ’s YouTube show, the actor opened up about his serious thoughts on marriage, just ten months after his high-profile split from actress Jung Ho Yeon . His main reason, he explained, is his aging parents. “I feel like there isn’t enough time,” he said seriously. “If I have children later, my parents won’t have time to see their grandchildren....

January 7, 2026 · 1 min · 201 words · Andrew Lucas

Lee Si Eon And Seo Ji Seung Expecting First Child Next Year

Credit: Kian 84’s Instagram Lee Si Eon and his wife, actress Seo Ji Seung, are expecting their first child. An official from Lee Si Eon’s agency, Story J Company, confirmed the happy news to Ilagan Sports on December 26th. “It’s true that Lee Si Eon will become a father,” the representative shared. “The baby is due next year.” This exciting milestone comes for the couple, who tied the knot in 2021 after dating publicly for about four years....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 282 words · Anthony Martin

Lee Yi Kyung Scandal Was A “Joke”: Accuser Admits To Using Ai And Apologizes

Credit: Lee Yi Kyung’s social media The anonymous netizen who accused actor Lee Yi Kyung of sending obscene messages has apologized, admitting that the entire scandal “started as a joke” and involved AI-generated photos. In a social media post on October 22nd, the accuser, who claims to be a German fan, retracted her allegations. “I never knew that posts which started as a joke would receive so much attention,” she wrote....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 246 words · Michele Swanson

Lee Yi Kyung’S Agency Denies Yoo Jae Suk Involvement In ‘Hangout With Yoo’ Exit

Credit: MBC Lee Yi Kyung ’s agency has issued a statement addressing rumors surrounding his departure from MBC’s variety show Hangout with Yoo , firmly denying speculation that Yoo Jae Suk played any role in the decision. On December 16th, Lee Yi Kyung’s agency, Sangyoung Entertainment, released an official statement saying, “In light of speculative reports and rumors circulating that differ from the facts regarding Lee Yi Kyung’s departure from ‘Hangout with Yoo,’ we would like to clarify our position....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 382 words · Patricia Bryant

Mun Ka Young, Choi Hyun Wook And More Pick Their Most Memorable Moments From ‘My Dearest Nemesis’

Credit: tvN With only two episodes left before the curtain falls on tvN’s My Dearest Nemesis , lead stars Mun Ka Young , Choi Hyun Wook , Lim Se Mi , and Kwak Si Yang are looking back on the moments that stood out most to them. Mun Ka Young, who brought Baek Su Jeong to life with effortless charm, chose the iconic fountain kiss from Episode 7—where Su Jeong and Ju Yeon finally confess their feelings—as her favorite....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 309 words · Joseph Simpson

Nana Files Official Complaint For False Accusation Against Robber Who Countersued Her

Credit: News1 Nana is taking a strong stance against the man who broke into her home after he shockingly tried to sue her. On January 23rd, Sublime announced they had filed a complaint for false accusation against the robber, who countersued Nana even though he has been indicted for the crime. The agency reminded everyone of the terrifying armed home invasion that took place on November 15th, where Nana and her mother were the victims....

January 7, 2026 · 2 min · 299 words · Polly Whitman