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Credit: Park Jin Young Instagram Our Unwritten Seoul stars Park Jin Young and Park Bo Young showed off their cozy chemistry on the set. On June 16, the actor and GOT7 member took to his Instagram to share a series of photos. The images appear to have been taken during filming, offering glimpses into various scenes. Credit: Park Jin Young Instagram Particularly eye-catching were his two-shots with Park Bo Young, with he two exude the kind of chemistry that has fans wondering if they’re more than just co-stars....

Credit: Hook Entertainment Park Min Young ‘s next project has been revealed: the upcoming drama The Confidence Man KR (working title). An entertainment industry insider told JTBC Entertainment News on the 23rd, “Park Min Young will star in the Korean remake of the Japanese original drama ‘The Confidence Man JR.’” The Confidence Man JP follows three con artists who form a team to swindle money from corrupt corporations and mafia bosses, using every trick in the book....

Credit: tvN, Netflix This year, fans were treated to a plethora of delightful dramas ranging from heartbreaking emotional pieces to unforgettable thrillers. While each drama’s cast showcased an array of memorable characters with versatile stories and expressions, three particular actresses had such an explosive impact on fans of K-dramas. From veteran performers to stars that continuously shine in the spotlight, talented stars have emerged in the Korean entertainment scene, and these three people are being recognized for their global success as well....

Credit: SM Entertainment Trafalgar Releasing, CJ 4DPlex and SM Entertainment have just released the official trailer for the eagerly awaited RIIZE FAN-CON TOUR ‘RIIZING DAY’ FINALE IN CINEMAS. Tickets are now available at www.riizeincinemas.com . This live broadcast will give fans worldwide an exclusive chance to experience the electrifying grand finale of RIIZE’s first world tour on the big screen. The event will be broadcast live from Seoul, South Korea, on Friday, September 13, with tape-delayed screenings in select markets across North America and Europe on the same day....

Credit: APEC Press Kim Namjoon, better known as RM , leader of BTS, delivered a keynote address at the APEC CEO Summit held at the Gyeongju Arts Center on October 29th, becoming the first K-pop artist ever to speak at the high-profile business forum. Speaking in English, RM told the audience, “I like to think of K-pop as bibimbap,” drawing a parallel between Korea’s iconic mixed-rice dish and the genre’s ability to merge diverse elements....

Credit: Rosé Instagram Rosé , member of the global sensation BLACKPINK, recently got emotional in a podcast interview with The New York Times, discussing the challenges of being a K-pop idol and her fight to overcome loneliness. The interview coincides with her upcoming solo album rosie , set to release on December 6th. Reflecting on her journey, Rosé shared, “I feel like I’ve been waiting to release this album my whole life....

Credit: Pledis Entertainment SEVENTEEN (S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, The8, Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, Dino) will be taking a brief break from full-group activities as members Jeonghan and Jun embark on separate paths for the latter half of 2024. Pledis Entertainment shared an official statement on the 12th, outlining the plans for Jeonghan’s military enlistment and Jun’s focus on activities in China. “Jeonghan is due to fulfill his military obligation in the second half of 2024....

Credit: Pledis Entertainment, SM Entertainment SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan and NCT’s Jaehyun are enlisting. SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan will be enlisting in the military on September 26th. After completing basic military training at a training camp, he will be serving as a public service worker. The exact time and location of his enlistment have not been disclosed. For safety reasons, Jeonghan will enter the training center privately, and no official events will be held....

Credit: PLEDIS Entertainment SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu has become the victim of a photo leak, sparking outrage among fans. L’Occitane Korea released a statement on their official Instagram on the 3rd, addressing the unauthorized release of Mingyu’s private photos. The company stated, “We acknowledge that there is no excuse for this breach and fully accept responsibility for what has occurred,” and extended an apology to the artist and his fans. They added, “We take this matter with the utmost seriousness, and we deeply regret the distress caused to the artist and all the fans....

Credit: Harper’s Bazaar Korea Song Joong Ki recently shared an update on his personal life and his deep affection for his wife. In a YouTube video released by Harper’s Bazaar Korea, Song Joong Ki and fellow actor Lee Hee Joon introduced their film Bogota: City of the Lost and shared some unique items they carry in their bags. Song Joong Ki first showed off candy gifted to him by Chun Woo Hee....

Credit: Disney Plus The fallout from Disney Plus’ upcoming series Delusion , starring Suzy and Kim Seon Ho , has reached its conclusion: the production has been fined for illegal waste disposal during filming in Jeju. On September 17th, Jeju’s Aewol-eup office confirmed that it is imposing a 1 million KRW (approx. 730 USD) fine on the production, citing Article 68 of the Waste Management Act. Officials noted that while propane canisters were among the items left behind, no evidence of open flames or fire-setting was found....

Credit: V Instagram Even during his military hiatus, BTS’s V remains a hot topic. The BTS member delighted ARMYs with some sizzling shirtless photos and a heartwarming story involving Jungkook. On the 21st, V took to his Instagram to post several photos without any captions. The pictures showcased various moments from his daily life. In one, V playfully blows a hairdryer to his mouth, while some other photos capture him as a cartoonish baseball player, complete with gloves, radiating a refreshing vibe....

Credit: tvN With only two episodes left, tvN’s weekend drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty has viewers hooked on the deepening romance between YoonA and Lee Chae Min . In episode 10, which aired September 21st, Yeon Ji Young (YoonA) cleared her name from an attempted poisoning charge with Prince Lee Heon (Lee Chae Min) at her side. The episode ended on a sweet note as their relationship blossomed into full romance, leaving audiences swooning....

Credit: Yonhap News Yang Hyun Suk, founder and executive producer of YG Entertainment , has officially received a suspended prison sentence from the Supreme Court in connection with a long-running drug case involving former iKON member B.I. On Friday, the Supreme Court’s First Division upheld a previous ruling, finalizing Yang’s sentence of six months in prison, suspended for one year, for charges including coercion. The case stems back to August 2016, when Han Seo Hee—a former trainee—was detained on drug charges and subsequently informed police that rapper B....

Credit: Netflix Yoo Ah In will serve probation instead of jail time after South Korea’s Supreme Court upheld a suspended one-year prison sentence on July 3 for his habitual use of drugs, including propofol and marijuana. The court finalized the lower court’s ruling today, along with a fine of 2 million won (approximately $1,440). He was convicted on several counts under the Narcotics Control Act, while acquitted on others....

Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus series Light Shop released all eight episodes on Wednesday, including a post-credits scene that connects its ending to the hit series Moving . The show, which captivated audiences with its mysterious premise, wrapped up with a deeply emotional finale that revealed a surprising connection to the Moving universe. The post-credits scene features Go Youn Jung reprising her role as Hee Soo, the athlete with extraordinary regenerative abilities from Moving....

Credit: Netflix Love Next Door has entered Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English series at number 5, marking its domestic and international success. Currently airing on tvN, the drama follows a woman who seeks a fresh start in her life by returning to Korea. Fate intervenes as she becomes entangled with her childhood friend, with whom she shares a complex history. The show is available on tvN, TVING and Netflix. The drama made a splash on the global stage, reaching the 5th spot on Netflix’s Top 10 Non-English series in just two days, according to Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English series ranking for the week of August 12th to August 18th....

Credit: MBC Actress Jung Young Joo gushed about actor Byun Woo Seok’s charm on MBC’s variety show Radio Star. The star, who appeared in Lovely Runner with Byun Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon , shared a story about Byun’s struggles with emotional acting. “At first, he was nervous about doing emotional scenes,” Jung Young Joo recalled. “There was this scene where he had to give Kim Hye Yoon this really romantic stare, but he got super flustered and shy....

Credit: Netflix Crazy obsession looks good on So Ji Sub as he plays a brooding, merciless thug in the new webtoon turned Netflix series Mercy For None . A violent K-drama that takes the action to a whole new level. The series revolves around a retired gang organization member who found his way out when his younger brother seemingly couldn’t. After an unexpected visit from his brother, Nam Gi Seok ( Lee Jun Hyuk ), Nam Ki Jun ( So Ji Sub ) convinces him to go through with quitting the gang, but feels something is amiss....

Credit: Apple TV Pachinko has confirmed its Season 2 release on August 23rd and unveiled the preview pictures and main title sequence. Warmly encapsulating a grand narrative, Pachinko is a story that begins with forbidden love and paints an unforgettable chronicle of war and peace, love and separation, victory and judgment, spanning Korea, Japan, and the United States. The series depicts the hopes and dreams of a Korean immigrant family forced to leave their homeland during a time of oppression in a four-generation chronicle....