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Edited by Seo Hayne Translated by Kim Hoyeun Credit: tvN tvN’s new series Love Next Door paints a story of childhood friends who grew up sharing their embarrassing pasts, now reconnecting at age 34. The drama reunites director Yoo Je Won and writer Shin Ha Eun, who previously teamed up for Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha , creating buzz for this latest project. The premise intriguingly mirrors “the story of a successful woman who leaves the city she was thriving in....

Credit: Lotte Entertainment Omniscient Reader: The Prophet has made a powerful debut, seizing the No. 1 spot at the Korean box office on its opening day. According to the Korean Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, the film attracted an impressive 122,491 viewers on its July 23 release day. This strong debut followed a six-day streak at No. 1 in advance ticket sales. Credit: Lotte Entertainment However, this glowing domestic reception appears to contrast with early reactions from international viewers....

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s reality show, Physical: 100 – Underground has once again proved its mettle. Physical: 100 is a fiercely competitive reality series searching for the ultimate physique among 100 contestants proud of their top-tier physical conditions. Released on the 19th, episodes 1-4 of Physical: 100 – Underground delivered unexpected matchups with its overwhelming scale, upgraded quests, and intense battles among the strongest physiques, making it impossible to predict the outcome....

Credit: Channel A “There was a girl we called a witch…” If you’re looking for a slow-burning weekend thriller, The Witch might do the trick. The newly released weekend drama starring GOT7’s Park Jin Young and Roh Jeong Eui has been the talk of the internet but are viewers falling under its spell? The Witch, another famous work from hit webtoon creator Kangfull known for Moving and Light Shop released on Netflix, Viki, and other platforms on February 15th and has continued to hypnotize fans with its many mysterious and unusual storylines....

Credit: tvN 2024 was filled with romance on television, with heartfelt love stories across genres capturing viewers’ hearts. Leading the list of beloved on-screen couples in the JoyNews24 poll of 200 entertainment insiders were Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon from Lovely Runner , who dominated the “Best Drama Couple” category with a staggering 92 votes, cementing their place as a fan favorite. Lovely Runner , which aired in May, became a sleeper hit....

Credit: THE PRESENT COMPANY Ahn Hyo Seop is lending his voice to Netflix’s upcoming global animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters , produced in collaboration with Sony Pictures Animation. The film is a hybrid action-musical animation set in a world where globally popular K-pop girl group members live double lives—idol by day, demon hunters by night. Ahn Hyo Seop will voice the male lead, Jin Woo, a charismatic K-pop boy group leader who plays a pivotal role in the story....

Credit: YouTube@TEO ALLDAY PROJECT’s Annie is setting the record straight about how she made it to debut. Appearing with fellow member Tarzan on the August 5th episode of YouTube talk show “Salon Drip 2,” Annie opened up about her trainee days. She recalled her early love for K-pop, saying, “Whenever songs from 2NE1 or BIGBANG came on, I had to sing along—ever since Lollipop came out. And I always had to do CL’s part....

Credit: TV Chosun Im Dohwa , formerly known as AOA’s Chanmi, has tied the knot. The newlywed singer-turned-actress made her first appearance as a married woman on TV Chosun’s variety show Chosun’s Real Romantic . Dohwa—who had previously faced public scrutiny that led to her departure from AOA before shifting to acting—captured attention again with her surprise wedding announcement. In an interview segment alongside her groom, Dohwa revealed, “I met my husband at church,” explaining their romance began as a “church oppa” connection....

Credit: Areum Instagram Former T-ara member Areum is reportedly undergoing treatment in a hospital following what’s been described as an extreme decision amid ongoing divorce proceedings. According to a report on the 27th, Areum was urgently transported to a hospital following her attempt and is currently receiving treatment. The cause of her drastic action is said to stem from the stress and pressure of her divorce proceedings with her ex-husband and financial extortion following phone hacking....

Credit: BIFF The Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) paid a heartfelt tribute to the late actor Lee Sun Kyun , honoring him with the Korea Cinema Award. On October 2nd, at the opening ceremony held at the Busan Cinema Center, the festival acknowledged Lee Sun Kyun’s contributions to Korean cinema with a touching memorial video, as the actor was posthumously selected for the prestigious award. The Korea Cinema Award is given to those who have elevated the stature of Korean cinema and contributed to its global growth....

Credit: MBC The March 9th broadcast of MBC’s variety show Good Day featured a reunion of BIGBANG members that sent viewership numbers through the roof. The segment showing G-Dragon visiting Taeyang’s concert and meeting with fellow members scored the show’s highest ratings, hitting 4.8% according to Nielsen Korea. During the episode, G-Dragon opened up about the creative pressure he’s facing for the show’s music project. “Now is the time to create (a group song)....

Credit: Big Hit Music On June 12th, BTS members will take leave from their military duties to come together and celebrate Jin’s discharge from the military. They have reportedly arranged their schedules to be present for their eldest member’s return. Jin, who enlisted as an active-duty soldier in December 2022, has completed his 18-month mandatory service. There will likely be no official discharge ceremony, similar to his enlistment, which had no special event to prevent safety issues....

Credit: Varo Entertainment Apparently, dreaming of Byeon Woo Seok might just make you rich. A fan recently won 2 billion won ($1.46 million) after having a dream featuring the Lovely Runner actor, and the story blew up so much that Byeon Woo Seok himself stepped in with a response. On June 11th, South Korea’s lottery operator Donghang Lottery shared an interview with the winner of the 61st edition of the “Spito 2000” scratch-off ticket, who walked away with the top prize of 2 billion KRW....

Credit: Sublime Artist Agency, Disney Plus Fans were surprised to see another set of celebrities making wedding announcements for 2026. Byun Yo Han and Girls’ Generation member Tiffany Young are set to become husband and wife. According to entertainment industry sources on December 13th, the couple plans to hold their wedding next fall. They reportedly developed a romantic relationship after the Disney Plus original series Uncle Samsik , which premiered in May 2024, and are now tying the knot after approximately one and a half years of dating....

Credit: iMBC The DIORIVIERA collection launch event was held at the Dior Seongsu store in Seoul. Reimagined by Dior’s creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, the DIORIVIERA collection pays homage to Monsieur Dior’s love for far-off journeys and his eternal dream of travel. The collection is filled with new items brimming with positive energy. The launch event was attended by celebrities including Cha Eun Woo , NewJeans member Haerin, actors Jung Hae In , Han So Hee and Kim Min Ha , Park Hee Jung former figure skater Yuna Kim , and model Bae Yoon Young....

Credit: Wavve, Management SOOP, SALT Entertainment Choi Hyun Wook is set for yet another transformation in his rapidly evolving career. According to OSEN, Choi has been cast in the upcoming drama Delusion (literal title), joining the already-announced stars Suzy and Kim Seon Ho in what promises to be one of the year’s most anticipated series. Delusion is based on a popular webtoon of the same name that ran from 2019 to 2020....

Credit: MBC On the October 2nd episode of MBC’s Radio Star , Choi Tae Joon gave fans a rare glimpse into his life with wife Park Shin Hye , marking the first time he’s publicly discussed their marriage. Three years into their marriage, Choi Tae Joon reflected on their star-studded wedding, which felt like a concert with its impressive lineup of performers. “Because we’re both in the same industry, I find it a bit tricky (to talk about her)....

Credit: Netflix, BigHit Music The July 2025 Circle Chart saw powerhouse acts HUNTR/X and TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) lead the pack. The Korea Music Content Association announced that “HUNTR/X achieved a seven-crown victory while TXT secured a double crown on the July monthly Circle Chart.” HUNTR/X—joined by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, and the KPop Demon Hunters cast—swept the Global K-pop Chart, Digital Chart (Circle Index 113,880,679), Download Chart, Streaming Chart, V Caller Ring Chart, Ringtone Chart, and Call Waiting Tone Chart with their hit “Golden....

Credit: Netflix, STARSHIP Entertainment, JYP Entertainment HUNTR/X, Lim Young Woong, IVE, and Stray Kids emerged as the standout performers on Circle Chart for Week 35. The Korea Music Content Association announced that “during week 35 (August 24th-30th, 2025) of the Circle Chart, HUNTR/X achieved a four-crown victory, IVE topped the Album Chart, Stray Kids claimed first place on the Retail Album Chart, and Lim Young Woong secured a five-crown victory....

Credit: Netflix, KOZ Entertainment The 43rd week of 2025 Circle Chart saw strong performances from HUNTR/X, Lee Chan Won, and BOYNEXTDOOR. The Korea Music Content Association announced, “In Week 43 (October 19th–25th, 2025), HUNTR/X and Lee Chan Won each achieved triple crowns, while BOYNEXTDOOR took home the No. 1 spot on the album chart.” HUNTR/X, along with EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, and the KPop Demon Hunters cast, swept three categories with “Golden”—topping the Global K-Pop, Digital (Circle Index: 15,873,887), and Streaming charts....