Credit: tvN Kim Soo Hyun has finally addressed the persistent dating rumors with his Queen of Tears co-star Kim Ji Won , requesting fans to “just view dramas as dramas” through his fan communication platform Bubble on Friday. Dating speculation between the two stars initially sparked in July 2023 when Kim Soo Hyun posted four selfies from his Asian tour fan meeting on his official account, only to swiftly delete three of them....
Credit: Gold Medalist Kim Soo Hyun has muscled his way back into the Top 3 of male actors, according to the latest Star Ranking poll. The A-list actor secured third place in the 110th weekly Star Ranking male actor category, nabbing an impressive 11,546 votes during the polling period that ran from 3:01 PM on April 24th to 3 PM on May 1st KST. This marks a dramatic comeback for Kim, who had previously languished in seventh place with just 540 votes in the previous week’s rankings, which saw Kim Nam Gil holding the third-place position....
Credit: IOK, Koo Hye Sun’s SNS Koo Hye Sun has been honored with the prestigious 30th KAIST Literary Award. The winners were announced on Wednesday via the KAIST Newspaper, with Koo Hye Sun receiving the top prize in the essay division. The awards recognize excellence across four categories: poetry, essays, screenplays, and novels. Koo Hye Sun’s award-winning essay, The Neighborhood That Was Not Poor, reflects on her upbringing in a close-knit community in Incheon, South Korea....
Credit: Netflix Netflix’s hit Physical: Asia is returning with a brand-new spin-off— Physical: Welcome to Mongolia . The spin-off follows Mongolian captain Orkhonbayar Bayarsaikhan and Korea’s Kim Dong Hyun reuniting in Mongolia to keep the promise they made to each other. The cast includes Korea’s Kim Dong Hyun and Amotti, and Mongolia’s Orkhonbayar and Lkhagva Ochir (Ochir). With Physical: Asia becoming a national sensation in Mongolia, excitement for the spin-off is high....
Credit: LE SSERAFIM’s Sakura’s Instagram LE SSERAFIM’s Sakura recently showcased her unexpected charm. On Tuesday, she shared several photos and cute emojis, capturing moments from a vacation with her family after wrapping up her activities. That day, she turned heads by appearing in a beige knit bikini. Her distinctive fair skin and doll-like visuals captivated fans, while her bikini outfit highlighted her slim waist and toned physique, leaving many in awe....
Credit: Lee Byung Hun’s Instagram South Korean superstar Lee Byung Hun has made history, becoming the first Korean actor to receive a Special Tribute Award from the Toronto International Film Festival, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The honor was presented at the festival’s annual TIFF Tribute Awards gala on September 7th. On September 9th, Lee shared his acceptance speech on social media, reflecting on his remarkable 35-year career....
Credit: SBS Lee Da Hae recently revealed that her husband SE7EN jokingly suggested a “graduation from marriage” on their wedding anniversary. The term “graduation from marriage,” derived from the Japanese word “sotsukon” refers to couples who remain legally married but live independently from each other. The couple appeared on the May 25 episode of SBS’s variety show My Little Old Boy , where they met with groom-to-be Kim Jun Ho, who visited them to deliver his wedding invitation....
Credit: NS ENM, Hope Project, Ieum Hashtag, LA MER Tax evasion allegations have been raised against actors such as Lee Hanee, Park Hee Soon, and Jun Ji Hyun. All of the actors claimed that the additional tax resulted from differences in interpretation with authorities and that there was no intentional tax evasion. Field News reported on February 17 that the Seoul Regional Tax Office conducted an intensive tax audit on Lee Ha Nee and her company, Hope Project, in September last year, resulting in a hefty tax bill....
Credit: “Tokyo Taxi” Production Company Lee Jun Young is making his Japanese film debut in a major way—starring in Tokyo Taxi , the 91st film from legendary director Yoji Yamada. On July 8, BILLIONS confirmed, “Lee Jun Young will appear in legendary Japanese filmmaker Yoji Yamada’s 91st work ‘Tokyo Taxi,’ marking his Japanese screen debut.” Tokyo Taxi is a Japanese adaptation of the French film Paris Taxi . Set in Tokyo, the story captures themes of reflection, reconciliation, and unexpected miracles at the twilight of life....
Credit: Apple TV Lee Min Ho , praised for his deep emotional performance, is set to return as Han Su in the highly anticipated second season of Pachinko . The first season of the global hit received widespread acclaim for its powerful storytelling and outstanding performances, and fans are eagerly awaiting Lee Min Ho’s further exploration of his complex character. Pachinko , an unforgettable epic, begins with a forbidden love and spans across Korea, Japan, and America, exploring themes of war, peace, love, and loss....
Credit: Lotte Entertainment Lotte Entertainment released character stills of Lee Seung Gi in the upcoming film About Family on Tuesday. The released image showcases his dramatic transformation into a Buddhist monk with a shaved head. About Family is a heartwarming comedy centered on the owner of a renowned dumpling restaurant, Pyeongmanok (played by Kim Yun Seok ), whose business faces jeopardy when his son, Ham Mun Seok (Lee Seung Gi), becomes a monk....
Credit: IOK Company Lee Tae Vin signs with IOK Company, joining Jo In Sung and Go Hyun Jung . IOK Company announced on March 22nd that they’ve signed a new exclusive contract with rising star Lee Tae Vin. Fans may recognize him from his roles in the hit dramas Love for Love’s Sake and The Penthouse . In The Penthouse, Lee Tae Vin played Lee Min Hyuk, the son of Lee Kyu Jin (Bong Tae Gyu) and Go Sang Ah (Yoon Joo Hee)....
Credit: Mir’s Instagram Former MBLAQ member Mir is getting married. Sports Chosun reported Mir, also known as Bang Cheol Yong, will hold his wedding ceremony on December 21st at 5:30 PM at a venue in Gyeonggi Province. His bride-to-be is a non-celebrity who is one year older than him. The couple is reportedly tying the knot after building a relationship based on long-term trust and faith. With this announcement, Mir becomes the third MBLAQ member to marry....
Credit: ADOR Min Hee Jin, CEO of ADOR, is under scrutiny following revelations that she may have influenced the parents of NewJeans members in drafting a protest letter. According to Chosun Biz on the 21st, text messages between Min and a deputy CEO, Lee, suggest that Min played a role in shaping the parents’ complaints. The messages, dated March 30th, a day before the parents submitted their protest letter, show Min advising Lee, “We can use the fact that the (NewJeans) moms haven’t signed a contract with HYBE....
Credit: Min Hee Jin Instagram Former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin has consistently denied allegations of workplace harassment, but South Korea’s Ministry of Employment and Labor has now ruled that some of her conduct did in fact cross the line. The behavior was officially recognized as workplace harassment. Under South Korean labor law, such penalties can reach up to 5 million KRW (approx. 3,400 USD). The former employee, referred to as “A,” initially filed the claim in August 2023....
Credit: Min Hyo Rin’s Instagram Min Hyo Rin has seemingly responded to the recent pregnancy rumors that have been swirling online after her rare public appearances. On October 14th, she took to Instagram with a message that many are interpreting as a gentle plea for support as she enjoys her life as a mom. Alongside several new selfies, she wrote, “Hello, this is Min Hyo-rin. Please support me as I live my life as a mother....
Credit: ADOR NewJeans members Minji and Danielle have held individual meetings with ADOR. According to reporting from SPOTV News on the 20th, Minji and Danielle met separately with ADOR to clarify each side’s position. Hanni, who is currently known to be in Antarctica, has not yet participated in a one-on-one session. Earlier, Haerin and Hyein—ahead of the appeal deadline following their loss in the first trial of their exclusive-contract validity lawsuit—abruptly announced their decision to return to ADOR....
Credit: Netflix Netflix has unveiled the main poster and trailer for its upcoming Korean action film Mantis , set to premiere globally on September 26th. The film follows “Mantis,” an A-list contract killer returning from a long break, as he clashes with his trainee-turned-rival Jae Yi and legendary retired assassin Dok Go in a brutal fight for dominance in a lawless industry. The newly released poster captures the tense dynamic among Han Wool (Yim Si Wan), his longtime friend and rival Jae Yi (Park Gyu Young), and his former mentor Dok Go (Jo Woo Jin)....
Credit: Netflix “These days, I like good-looking men,” Park Bo Young revealed candidly in an interview on February 18th. The actress explained the evolution of her preferences, noting, “I used to prefer mentally healthy people. I think that was because I felt unstable myself back then.” She added with confidence, “But now I’m healthy.” Park stars in Netflix’s original series Melo Movie , which follows the journey of young adults navigating their desires for both love and dreams while helping each other overcome personal traumas....
Credit: Netflix Park Eun Bin stepped up to promote Netflix’s upcoming series The WONDERfools on her own as co-star Cha Eun Woo fulfills his mandatory military service. Just one day later, allegations surrounding Cha Eun Woo sent shockwaves through the project. On January 21st, Park Eun Bin attended the “Next on Netflix 2026” event, where she introduced The WONDERfools and spoke warmly about her first collaboration with Cha Eun Woo , who is currently enlisted....
