Hwang Min Hyun Confirmed To Return In ‘Study Group’ Season 2

Credit: Hwang Min Hyun’s Instagram TVING original series Study Group is officially coming back for a second season, with Hwang Min Hyun confirmed to reprise his lead role. Production confirmed that singer-actor Hwang Min Hyun will reprise his role as the lead protagonist, Yoon Ga Min. Fresh off his military discharge last December, Hwang reportedly chose Study Group Season 2 as his comeback project without hesitation. According to production company YLAB, Season 2 will be larger in scale....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 255 words · Ernest Hooker

Hyeri Pushes Boundaries In New Teen Series ‘Friendly Rivalry’: Smoking, Same

Credit: Yonhap News Hyeri is breaking new ground with a provocative role in an upcoming high school drama. The press conference for STUDIO X+U’s new series Friendly Rivalry was held on Thursday at CGV Yongsan I’Park Mall in Seoul, attended by director Kim Tae Hee and stars Hyeri, Chung Su Bin, Kang Hye Won, Oh Woo Ri, and more. Friendly Rivalry , based on a popular webtoon, is a mystery thriller set in the ultra-competitive Chaehwa Girls’ High School, a school for Korea’s top 1%....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Raymond Pinheiro

Hyun Bin And Jung Woo Sung’S ‘Made In Korea’ Ends On A High, Triggers Rewatch Fever

Credit: Disney+ Disney Plus’s original series Made in Korea is riding a major wave of buzz following its explosive finale, with viewers calling it one of the strongest Korean series they have seen in years. Set against South Korea in the 1970s, a time marked by both upheaval and rapid growth, the series follows Baek Gi Tae (Hyun Bin), a ruthless businessman determined to turn the nation itself into a profit engine, and prosecutor Jang Geon Young (Jung Woo Sung), who pursues him with near-obsessive resolve....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 292 words · David Bender

Hyun Bin And Son Ye Jin Share Best Couple Title With Gong Yoo And Kim Go Eun

Credit: tvN Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin from tvN’s hit drama Crash Landing on You have tied with Gong Yoo and Kim Go Eun from Guardian: The Lonely and Great God , aka Goblin , for the top spot as “Best K-Drama Couple of the Decade.” This honor comes from a recent survey celebrating the 20th anniversary of Starnews, conducted by the polling organization Gallup Korea from August 19th to 23rd....

December 27, 2025 · 3 min · 467 words · Betty Rogers

Illit’S Agency Sues Newjeans Fan Account Run By Minor For Defamation

Credit: Belift Lab, ADOR Belift Lab, the HYBE subsidiary that manages the girl group ILLIT, has filed a lawsuit seeking hundreds of millions of won in damages against the operator of the NewJeans fan account known as “Team Bunnies.” Belift Lab filed the suit on December 11th at the Seoul Western District Court, demanding 100 million won ($71,000), according to legal sources on December 15th. The defendants named are the unidentified operator of the account and their parents, who hold legal responsibility for their supervision....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Louella Reynolds

Ive Turns Starship Hq Into A Food Fest With Surprise Food Truck Event

Credit: IVE’s official YouTube channel IVE surprised its agency staff with a food truck experience, turning an ordinary day into a fun and tasty event. In the latest episode of its ongoing YouTube series 1, 2, 3 IVE 5 EP.2, released Tuesday on its official channel, the K-pop girl group set up a food truck at its agency’s headquarters, Starship Entertainment. Rather than the usual late-night convenience store snacks, the group opted to go all out with a food truck — tailored to their own preferences....

December 27, 2025 · 3 min · 534 words · Jan Jeffery

Jaechan Discusses ‘Semantic Error’ Success, ‘Our House’ Role And Future Acting Aspirations

Credit: Star News Fresh off his Asia Artist Awards win, Jaechan chats with Star News in a heartfelt interview, reflecting on his journey and future aspirations. Semantic Error must have been a major turning point for you. What does the series mean to you? It was a work that brought me a tremendous opportunity. I received so much love, and it is my job to maintain that love. I think it depends on what I do next....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 419 words · Maria Torres

Jang Na Ra Says Husband Encouraged Her To Take ‘Good Partner’ Role, Opens Up About Married Life

Credit: Lawon Munhwa Jang Na Ra , star of the SBS drama Good Partner , recently shared her thoughts on her husband and married life in an interview with Star News, as the show wrapped up its run. Good Partner is a legal drama about star divorce attorney Cha Eun Kyung and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri, who is navigating her first divorce case. The series kicked off with strong ratings, debuting at 7....

December 27, 2025 · 3 min · 550 words · Christine Emerson

Jeon Hye Jin, Lee Jung Jae, And Jung Jae Young Captivate In New ‘Revolver’ Stills

Credit: Plus M Entertainment Following its press screening, the highly anticipated film Revolver has been showered with praise, touted as a must-watch for stellar performances. The release of new stills featuring Jeon Hye Jin , Lee Jung Jae , and Jung Jae Young has further heightened expectations. Revolver tells the story of Soo Young, a former cop who, after serving time in prison for taking the heat for a crime she didn’t commit, embarks on a singular mission upon her release....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 342 words · William Pfeffer

Jeon Jong Seo Eyes Lead Role In New Occult Film From ‘Exhuma’ Director Jang Jae Hyun

Credit: Jeon Jong Seo Instagram Jeon Jong Seo is preparing to return to the occult genre. According to OSEN on November 3rd, the actress has been offered a leading role in the upcoming film The Rock (literal title) and is currently in positive discussions to join the project. Her agency also confirmed the news, stating, “It’s true that Jeon Jong Seo has received the script for ‘The Rock,’ and she is reviewing the offer favorably....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 242 words · Marian Bovee

Jihyo, Jeongyeon And Chaeyoung Go Full Huntrix At Lollapalooza With ‘Takedown’ Stage

Credit: JYP Entertainment TWICE’s Jihyo, Jeongyeon and Chaeyoung made a fierce transformation into Huntrix at the Lollapalooza music festival, captivating the global audience with a powerful live performance. On August 3rd (local time), TWICE took the stage at Lollapalooza Chicago, held at Grant Park in Illinois—the largest music festival in the U.S. Opening with “The Feels,” the group went on to perform a total of 21 songs, including mega-hits like “MORE & MORE,” “What is Love?...

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Lori Adams

Jung Hae In Takes On His First Rom

Credit: tvN Jung Hae In is set for an exciting new challenge in the upcoming tvN romantic comedy Love Next Door , premiering on the 17th. Love Next Door follows the story of a woman trying to reboot her life and her mom’s friend’s son, a walking reminder of her past, as they embark on a chaotic and romantic journey. The series features the reunion of Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha director Yoo Je Won and writer Shin Ha Eun, raising anticipation for the new project....

December 27, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · Rhonda Skidmore

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Credit: Netflix Korean dramas are once again proving their global pull, landing 11 titles in Netflix’s Top 100 Most-Watched TV Shows of 2025, according to new data from Flix Patrol. The numbers reveal just how far K-content has come, with Korean series showing major dominance among non-English-language programming. Out of 7,508 series released globally in the first half of 2025, 11 K-dramas made it into the top 100 by total viewing hours....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 350 words · Vernon Galvan

Kang Ha Neul And Go Min Si Confirmed To Star In New Tv Series

Credit: TH COMPANY, Mystic Story Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si are set to lead the new drama The Taste of You (working title). On the 27th, SPOTVNEWS reported that Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si have been cast in the upcoming drama The Taste of You . Produced by Shortcake and KT Studio Genie, the series is slated for a 2025 broadcast, with casting and production preparations currently underway....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Lula Thomas

Kara Completes New Song Featuring Late Goo Hara’S Voice

Credit: RBW and DSP Media K-pop girl group KARA is back with a new song featuring the voice of their beloved member Goo Hara , who passed away in 2019. This marks the first time in 6 years that all KARA members will be heard together on a song. “Hello” drops on various music platforms at 6 PM KST on July 16th as part of their digital single I Do I Do....

December 27, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Marilyn Brown

Kim Sae Ron’S Husband Says She Was On Birth Control, Planned Marriage Annulment

Credit: Kim Sae Ron’s Instagram, Garo Sero Research Institute The late Kim Sae Ron ‘s husband has broken his silence regarding the speculation and rumors surrounding himself and the deceased actress. YouTube channel Garo Sero Research Institute, also known as HoverLab Inc., released a video titled “Shocking Exclusive: Kim Sae Ron’s Husband’s Statement Revealed” on March 25th. A man identified as Kim Sae Ron’s husband stated, “A lot of misinformation has been spreading, and I believe the defamation against both the late Kim Sae Ron and myself has become severe....

December 27, 2025 · 4 min · 651 words · Raymond Holder

Kim Seon Ho Kicks Off Color

Credit: Salt Entertainment Kim Seon Ho has officially opened the doors to his 2024 Asia Tour with a vibrant showcase in Thailand on the 3rd, embarking on the second leg of his tour with the much-anticipated “Color+Full” event in Bangkok. As a surprise gift, he unveiled a fan song titled “Miracle,” serenading the audience for the first time. Greeting the fans in Thai, he said, “Nice to meet you all....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 266 words · Neil Kennedy

Kim So Hyun Shines With Humor And Insight On ‘Inssadong Sulzzi’ With Chaeyeon

Credit: YouTube “Studio Usog” Kim So Hyun showcased her unique sense of humor on the latest episode of the YouTube web variety show, “Inssadong Sulzzi,” released on Studio Usog’s channel on the 10th. Appearing as the guest on the final episode, Kim So Hyun immediately caught the audience’s attention with her enthusiasm, sharing that she has a long-standing friendship with host Lee Chaeyeon. As she relaxed into the show, Kim So Hyun revealed her charms, recounting the story of how she and Chaeyeon showered each other with compliments as they exchanged phone numbers the first time they met....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 316 words · Tommy Chandler

Kim So Yeon Talks Jealousy And Admiration For Husband Lee Sang Woo’S Steamy Scenes

Credit: YouTube@Zzanbro Kim So Yeon shared candid details about her relationship with husband Lee Sang Woo during an appearance on the YouTube channel “Zzanbro” hosted by Shin Dong Yeob, alongside her A Virtuous Business co-stars Kim Sung Ryoung and Yeon Woo Jin. During the conversation, Kim So Yeon recalled filming a kiss scene with Lee Sang Woo just as their relationship was beginning to blossom. “It was a full shot, and I really gave it my all,” she said, laughing....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 293 words · Peter Worley

Kim Soo Hyun Opens Up About His Unexpected Friendship With Jung Hae In On ‘Salon Drip 2’

Credit: YouTube “Teo” In the latest episode of the YouTube show “Salon Drip 2,” stars of the tvN weekend drama Queen of Tears , Kim Soo Hyun , Kim Ji Won , and Park Sung Hoon , graced the guest seats, where Kim Soo Hyun revealed his surprising camaraderie with fellow actor Jung Hae In. Kim Soo Hyun, known among entertainment circles as a bowling enthusiast, was asked about his daily routine on days off from filming....

December 27, 2025 · 2 min · 335 words · Donald Davis