Cho Jin Woong’S Lawyer Sues Reporters For Leaking His Juvenile Criminal Record Following His Sudden Retirement

Credit: Showbox A lawyer has filed a criminal complaint against the reporters who exposed Cho Jin Woong ’s past as a juvenile offender, accusing them of violating laws designed to protect minors. This legal action follows the actor’s shocking announcement of his immediate retirement from the entertainment industry. Attorney Kim Kyung Ho of Hoin Law Firm announced on social media on December 7th that he had filed a complaint via the National e-People’s Portal against two Dispatch reporters....

December 29, 2025 · 3 min · 539 words · Catherine Ard

Choi Hyun Wook’S Instagram Post Showed A Little Too Much, Agency Issues Statement

Credit: Choi Hyun Wook’s Instgram, Wavve Choi Hyun Wook found himself caught up in a hilarious “reflection” drama with his latest Instagram post. On November 14th, Choi Hyun Wook’s agency, Gold Medalist, told SPOTV News, “We have no official comment” regarding the incident involving Choi Hyun Wook’s now-viral deleted post. Choi Hyun Wook shared a photo of a Bearbrick figure on his Instagram story on November 13th. However, a sharp-eyed netizen zoomed in and speculated that Choi Hyun Wook appeared to be posing without clothing in the reflection on the figure....

December 29, 2025 · 1 min · 164 words · Betty Carnahan

Choo Young Woo Opens Up About First Love And Teases A More Grown

Credit: BY4M STUDIO If there’s one actor who barely caught his breath in 2025, it’s Choo Young Woo . Over the past year, he appeared in a run of buzzed-about dramas including The Tale of Lady Ok , The Trauma Code , Mercy for None , and Head Over Heels —and capped it all off with his feature film debut. That debut came with the youth romance Even If This Love Disappears from the World Tonight , adapted from Ichijo Misaki’s bestselling novel, which has sold more than 1....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 409 words · Katherine Suh

Did T.O.P’S Casting In ‘Squid Game 2’ Go Too Far? Fans Divided Over His Shocking Role

Credit: Netflix Former BIGBANG member T.O.P has found himself at the center of a controversy over his acting in Netflix’s Squid Game 2 . T.O.P takes on the role of “Thanos,” a rapper who loses everything to drug addiction and reckless spending, but his performance failed to impress many viewers. His casting in Squid Game 2 marked a return to the entertainment industry after his conviction for marijuana use and a suspended prison sentence, which led to his departure from BIGBANG and a hiatus from acting....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Alice Sefton

Director Jang Hang Jun Questioned By Prosecutors: Did Supporting Lee Sun Kyun Land Jang In Hot Water?

Credit: Media Lab Siso, Lotte Entertainment Kakao Entertainment is under investigation for allegedly acquiring drama production company Baram Pictures for more than its fair market value. The prosecution recently questioned director Jang Hang Jun as part of their probe. Jang Hang Jun ‘s representatives confirmed he was questioned but emphasized it was a simple inquiry, not a full investigation. They spoke to OSEN yesterday, requesting to avoid speculation and misunderstandings....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Ina Dennis

Exclusive Interview: Alexa Gets Explicit In New Song ‘Sick’ + Talks How She Works Outside The Classic K

Credit: ZAPZEE, ZB ICM The K-Pop scene has become a colorful array of musical talent, vibrant imagery, and conceptualized dreams filled with flavor and, more often than not, beyond our imaginations. Artists like AleXa continue to make K-Pop shine and her artistic glow isn’t to be missed. Born Alexandra Christine Schneiderman, AleXa debuted in October of 2019 with “BOMB” and has only found success after that. With various hits like “Back in Vogue” and “Wonderland” alongside her time training in Korea and even participating in Produce 101 , AleXa has gathered all her experiences and combined it with her musical talent to become the extraordinary artist she is today....

December 29, 2025 · 4 min · 844 words · Mariah Beyer

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Credit: MBC Producer Kim Tae Ho and G-Dragon’s new variety show Good Day is set to premiere in February. Sports Chosun reported today that Good Day will air on February 16 at 9:10 PM on MBC. The show will feature Infinite Challenge stars like Jung Hyung Don and Hwang Kwang Hee, as well as actors Hwang Jung Min , Kim Go Eun , Kim Soo Hyun , Jung Hae In , Yim Si Wan , and K-pop groups aespa, SEVENTEEN unit BSS, DAY6, and BIGBANG’s Taeyang and Daesung....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Nancy Williams

Get Ready For ‘Gyeongseong Creature’ Season 2: A Love Story Across Time

Credit: Netflix Netflix has unveiled a striking new poster for the second season of its original series, Gyeongseong Creature , featuring Park Seo Joon and Han So Hee . The special poster showcases an emotional moment between Ho Jae (played by Park Seo Joon) and Chae Ok (Han So Hee), embracing troubled expressions in 2024. Their encounter—Ho Jae, who looks like the Tae Sang of Gyeongseong’s leading pawnshop, Geumokdang, and Chae Ok, who has endured a challenging past—raises intriguing questions about their intertwined fates and the heartfelt story ahead....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 310 words · Roberta Perri

Hani And Psychiatrist Yang Jae Woong Postpone Wedding As Police Probe Continues

Credit: Yang Jae Woong, Hani Instagram Psychiatrist and TV personality Yang Jae Woong has postponed his wedding with EXID member and actress Hani , aka Ahn Hee Yeon. On September 3rd, Mystic Story, which manages Yang Jae Woong, confirmed to OSEN, “We understand that Dr. Yang is currently delaying the wedding. It won’t be happening immediately.” Yang Jae Woong and Hani, who have been openly dating since 2022, had announced plans to marry in September....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 284 words · Courtney Shulman

Hwang Jung Min And Yum Jung Ah Lead Star

Credit: Netflix Netflix has confirmed production on Mission: Cross 2 , the sequel to the action-comedy hit that captivated viewers worldwide with its blend of sharp humor and big-scale set pieces. The original film, released in August 2024, shot to No. 1 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Films (Non-English) within three days and landed in the Top 10 across 43 countries in week two—setting the stage for major anticipation around the franchise’s return....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Mary Weir

Hyeri Addresses Her Previous Controversial Post And Shows Her Love For Her Fans

Credit: Sublime Artist Agency In the film Victory , Hyeri plays Pil Seon, a dancer who lives and breathes for dance. Pil Seon, a high school student who has taken over Geoje with her dance moves, dreams of becoming Uhm Jung Hwa’s backup dancer in Seoul. Together with her dance partner and soulmate, Mi Na, she creates the Millennium Girls cheerleading club. Hyeri shared, “Recently, people at my new company told me that someone like me should definitely be in show business....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Jenny Nielsen

Iu Shuts Down Claims Of $345K Per Episode Salary For ‘When Life Gives You Tangerines’

Credit: Netflix IU has denied rumors that she received 500 million KRW (approximately 345,000 USD) per episode for her role in Netflix’s When Life Gives You Tangerines . On Tuesday, a representative from Pan Entertainment, the production company behind the series, told multiple media outlets, “The claim that IU was paid 500 million KRW per episode is completely untrue.” The rumors first surfaced in an online community post, which alleged that IU and her co-star Park Bo Gum were each receiving approximately 500 million KRW per episode for When Life Gives You Tangerines ....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 275 words · Carolyn Beck

Jeon Jong Seo Dishes On Her Love Story With Lee Chung Hyeon

Credit: YouTube “Zzanbro” Jeon Jong Seo recently got candid about her romance with director Lee Chung Hyeon , sharing the intimate details of their love story. On the 26th, Jeon Jong Seo graced Shin Dong Yup’s YouTube channel “Zzanbro,” just ahead of the much-anticipated first broadcast of tvN’s Wedding Impossible . Despite claiming, “I’ve hardly had a sip of alcohol in my life. I’ve never really learned to drink,” Jeon Jong Seo bravely stepped into the world of “Zzanbro,” a show known for its boozy content....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · Michele Barnett

Jinyoung And Dahyun Begin Filming Korean Remake Of ‘You Are The Apple Of My Eye’

Credit: Studio Take Actor-singer Jinyoung and TWICE’s Dahyun are set to showcase their first love chemistry in the upcoming remake of the beloved Taiwanese film You Are the Apple of My Eye . The production company announced on the 10th that the film, adapted and directed by Cho Young Myoung, has officially begun filming. Two stills featuring the pair were also released, generating buzz among fans. This remake follows the original 2011 Taiwanese film that was a box office hit across Asia, grossing over 100 million TWD (approximately 3....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Brian Herron

Jung Hae In And Jung So Min Spotted At ‘I, The Executioner’ Vip Premiere Together

Credit: CJ ENM Love Next Door stars Jung Hae In and Jung So Min attended the VIP premiere of the movie I, the Executioner ( a.k.a Veteran 2 ) together. The VIP screening of Veteran 2 took place on the afternoon of September 12th at CGV Yongsan I-Park Mall in Seoul. I, the Executioner is an action-packed crime drama where veteran detective Seo Do Cheol (played Hwang Jung Min ) teams up with rookie cop Park Seon Woo ( Jung Hae In ) to hunt down a notorious serial killer....

December 29, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Keith Conti

Jung Hae In Opens Up About Bringing His Mom To Cannes

Credit: tvN Jung Hae In charmed viewers with a touching story about his mother during his appearance on tvN’s You Quiz on the Block on October 9th. The actor, who was invited to the Cannes Film Festival for I, the Executioner (aka Veteran 2 ), shared some behind-the-scenes moments from his unforgettable trip. “I still can’t believe it when I think about it,” Jung Hae In said, recalling the surreal experience....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Pauline Atwood

Kim Go Eun And Tilda Swinton Share Chic Chanel Moment In Paris

Credit: Kim Go Eun Instagram Kim Go Eun has shared a stylish glimpse into her time in Paris, posting photos with British actress Tilda Swinton during a Chanel event in the French capital. On January 28th, Kim Go Eun took to Instagram to reveal several photos of herself alongside Swinton. In the images, the two sit side by side in a softly pink-toned space, chatting comfortably, before stepping out into the streets of Paris with an effortlessly relaxed vibe....

December 29, 2025 · 1 min · 212 words · Pamela Guzman

Kim Junsu’S Blackmailer Sentenced To 7 Years—Supreme Court Upholds Final Ruling

Credit: Kim Junsu Instagram The Supreme Court has officially upheld a 7-year prison sentence for a female “broadcast jockey (BJ)” who blackmailed singer and musical actor Kim Junsu out of 840 million KRW (approx. 620,000 USD) over the course of nearly four years. On May 1st, the Seoul High Court sentenced BJ A to seven years in prison for extortion, a decision she appealed. However, the Supreme Court’s Third Division rejected her appeal on June 23rd, finalizing the ruling from the appellate court....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Doris Colon

Kim Seon Ho Graces The Cover Of Hong Kong Fashion Magazine Manifesto

Credit: Manifesto Kim Seon Ho graced the cover of Hong Kong fashion magazine Manifesto. Kim Seon Ho’s agency, SALT Entertainment, released captivating images from the actor’s photoshoot for the April issue of Manifesto on April 12th. The photos showcase his charisma, radiating confidence that makes him impossible to ignore. Credit: Manifesto Credit: Manifesto Dressed in a stylish pink jacket and a variety of other ensembles, Kim Seon Ho effortlessly embodies the magazine’s modern and sophisticated aesthetic....

December 29, 2025 · 1 min · 180 words · Angelica Escobar

Kim Soo Hyun May Face $4.3M Lawsuit In Taiwan Over Canceled 7

Credit: MBCNEWS Kim Soo Hyun is facing potential legal action from Taiwan’s largest convenience store chain, 7-ELEVEN. The damages are estimated at approximately 4.3 million USD. According to reports from local outlets, including SETN on the 17th, Taiwan 7-ELEVEN is reviewing a legal response after abruptly scrapping a high-profile collaboration with Kim Soo Hyun. The cancellation reportedly caused losses of 130 million Taiwan dollars (NTD), prompting the company to consider filing a formal lawsuit for damages....

December 29, 2025 · 2 min · 291 words · Emily Meador