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Credit: Netflix Netflix’s Squid Game 2 has unveiled one of its most shocking twists through Park Gyu Young ‘s character, as the series has dominated global charts since its December 26th release. While the season follows Gi Hun’s ( Lee Jung Jae ) return for revenge and his confrontation with the Front Man ( Lee Byung Hun ), it’s Par Gyu Young’s character No Eul that has viewers talking. The North Korean military defector, who works at an amusement park wearing mascot costumes while searching for her daughter left behind in the North, appears wearing the pink guard uniform instead of the contestants’ signature green tracksuits....

Credit: Mountain Movement, SBS Park Hae Jin is officially returning to the small screen as the new male lead of SBS’s Good Partner Season 2 . Good Partner is a legal drama centered on the everyday lives of divorce attorneys. Season 1, which aired from July to September last year, became a major hit, peaking at 17.7% nationwide ratings (Nielsen Korea) and earning strong viewer buzz—leading to the swift greenlight for Season 2....

Credit: xooos Instagram, SBS News, Lauren Tsai Instagram Park Seo Joon finds himself at the center of fresh romance rumors, this time involving Chinese-American model Lauren Tsai. The new buzz comes as his past rumored relationship with YouTuber xooos also resurfaces due to her recent cryptic social media post. On May 23rd, Taiwanese media outlet ETtoday reported that Park Seo Joon and 10-years-younger actress and model Lauren Tsai were spotted together on a trip to Japan....

Credit: allure, BH Entertainment JTBC is gearing up to premiere its new romantic drama Efficient Dating for Singles in 2026, bringing together a cast lineup sure to capture the hearts of viewers. Based on the hit Naver webtoon by author Tari, Efficient Dating for Singles follows a woman who finally decides to put herself out there and start dating, only to find herself torn between two very different men. The story explores what it really means to find true love as she navigates the complexities of attraction, uncertainty, and emotional connection....

Edited by Seo Hayne Translated by Kim Hoyeun Kim Soo Hyun once again joins forces with writer Park Ji Eun after their previous collaborations on The Producers and My Love from the Star , captivating audiences anew. He is currently receiving acclaim for his remarkable chemistry with Kim Ji Won in Queen of Tears , where all eyes are on him. The richer his character’s background in his works, the more successful they tend to be—a testament to his widespread appeal to the audience....

Credit:Noh Hong Chul’s Youtube Channel Noh Hong Chul ’s YouTube channel aired footage of him meeting and chatting with Rain ’s father in the U.S. Noh embarked on an epic 4,000-kilometer (approximately 2,485 miles) motorcycle journey across the country. His adventure brought him to Oklahoma City, where he paused for a break with his team. It was there that Rain’s father shared his insights on family life. Noh couldn’t help but reflect on the conversation....

Credit: Netflix, MAA Roh Yoon Seo will no longer be joining the cast of Netflix’s All of Us Are Dead Season 2 . According to a May 14th report by OSEN, Roh ultimately had to step away from the project due to scheduling conflicts. Her potential appearance had generated buzz ever since reports emerged last year that she would be joining the second season as a new lead. All of Us Are Dead is a Netflix original series that follows students trapped in a high school during a zombie virus outbreak....

Credit: Netflix Director Han Jae Rim’s first series, The 8 Show , has premiered to polarizing reactions from viewers. On the 17th, Netflix released all eight episodes of the new K-series The 8 Show . The story follows eight characters trapped in a mysterious building where they compete in a high-stakes game where time equals money. Based on Bae Jin Soo’s webtoons “Money Game” and “Pie Game,” the series blends thriller and black comedy elements....

Credit: Netflix Seo Hyun Jin shared her candid thoughts on the polarizing themes of Netflix’s The Trunk during an interview held on December 6th. The drama, which explores the concept of contract marriage for a year, has sparked conversations for its bold and provocative premise. “Contract marriage as a job” is how the show describes its central theme. While some have praised its blend of mystery and romance, others have criticized it for being potentially controversial, with some even accusing it of glorifying prostitution....

Credit: Busan International Film Festival The opening ceremony of the 30th Busan International Film Festival had an unexpected and delightful highlight: a surprise “aegyo battle” between Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro and South Korean actress Shin Ye Eun that became the most viral moment of the night. For those unfamiliar, aegyo is a Korean term for acting in a cute, charming, or “cutesy” way, often involving playful facial expressions and hand gestures like finger hearts....

Credit: Bang Si Hyuk Instagram HYBE Chairman Bang Si Hyuk visited J-Hope ‘s concert to offer his congratulations. On the 2nd, Chairman Bang posted a photo with J-Hope and Jin on his Instagram, writing, “Congrats!!! J-Hope. Great performance! Great concert! I’m so impressed! With Jin.” Bang, who recently appeared at official events looking noticeably slimmer after a successful diet, showed off his thinner face and more svelte physique. J-Hope successfully completed his first solo world tour performance that day....

Credit: tvN Song Hye Kyo is set to make her first talk show appearance in 23 years. At the end of the December 25 episode of tvN’s You Quiz on the Block , a teaser revealed that Song Hye Kyo would be the special guest in the next episode. Host Yoo Jae Suk welcomed the actress warmly, saying, “Everyone says the same thing—that Song Hye Kyo is hilarious.” She playfully responded, “I wouldn’t say I’m completely without ambition,” drawing attention with her candid humor....

Credit: Namoo Actors, News 1, News Jamm South Korea’s biggest stars will be gathering at the COEX in Gangnam, Seoul on May 7th at 5 PM for the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards. Last year’s Best New Actor and Actress winners are ready to step into the spotlight again, this time as award presenters. Moon Sang Min , Roh Yoon Seo , and Kim Si Eun will be gracing the stage....

Credit: iMBC The press confree for Netflix’s latest cinematic gem, My Name is Loh Kiwan , was held on the morning of the 27th with the lead stars Song Joong Ki , Choi Sung Eun and director Kim Hee Jin in attendance. My Name is Loh Kiwan tells a poignant story of Kiwan, a defector holding onto the last threads of hope as he arrives in Belgium, and Marie, a woman who’s lost her reason for living....

Credit: Plus M Entertainment Song Joong Ki faces another box office challenge as his latest feature Bogota: City of the Lost (aka Bogota ) struggles to gain traction with audiences, marking his second consecutive theatrical disappointment. Released on December 31st, Bogota has seen its daily attendance plummet to just 10,000 viewers by January 7th, with total admissions reaching only 336,348. The film now appears unlikely to hit even the 500,000 viewer mark, falling dramatically short of its break-even point of 3 million admissions....

Credit: Plus M Entertainment Bogota: City of the Lost is proving that theatrical performance isn’t always the final verdict for a film’s success, as it shot to Netflix’s global top spot for non-English films. Plus M Entertainment announced yesterday that the Song Joong Ki-led feature claimed the #1 position in Netflix’s non-English film category immediately following its February 4th streaming debut. According to Netflix’s TOP 10 website, Bogota commanded 13 million views during its opening week, securing not only the top spot among non-English films but also landing as the second most-watched film overall across all language categories....

Credit: MBC Song Seung Heon talked about his steamy love scene with Lim Ji Yeon . Appearing on MBC’s variety show Radio Star alongside Lee Si Eon, Oh Yeon Seo, and Jang Gyu Ri, Song Seung Heon opened up about filming intimate scenes in the movie Obsessed . “Since it’s acting, there’s no room for personal feelings to be involved,” he explained. “The mood on set isn’t as romantic as you might think....

Credit: MBCNEWS Incheon International Airport is facing mixed reactions after announcing plans to allow celebrities and public figures to use a separate entrance. The move is part of an effort to prevent overcrowding and chaotic scenes at the airport during their arrivals and departures. In a recent notice titled “Cooperation Request for Using Designated Entry for Artist Departures,” the airport authority outlined procedures for celebrities to use a different entrance from the general public....

Credit: Mnet Another survival-show idol group has entered the K-pop lineage of Mnet. Following in the footsteps of Wanna One (2017), X1 (2019) and ZeroBaseOne (2023), the latest team is an eight-member act—ALPHA DRIVE ONE. During the live finale of Boys II Planet on September 25th, the final rankings were revealed and the group name was confirmed. Producers explained that “ALPHA DRIVE ONE” embodies the “catharsis created by K-pop’s relentless momentum....

Credit: Netflix, TVING, Disney Plus The 3rd Blue Dragon Series Awards, the first awards ceremony in Korea dedicated to streaming series, has announced its final nominees for 2024. The nominees were selected based on a combination of online voting by the public, evaluations by Sports Chosun Entertainment reporters, and surveys conducted by a group of experts. The voting period for the first round ran from June 10th to 25th and considered original streaming Korean dramas and variety shows released between June 1st, 2023, and May 31st, 2024....