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Credit: Atlantic Records BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Bruno Mars’ new duet, “APT.,” has stirred controversy in Malaysia, where the Ministry of Health recently labeled the track “harmful music.” On October 24th, the Ministry of Health of Malaysia posted a statement on Facebook, asking, “Have you heard Rosé and Bruno Mars’ addictive song ‘APT.’?” The post warned that “children might unknowingly repeat the lyrics without understanding their meaning,” suggesting that the song’s content could be inappropriate for younger listeners....

Credit: MBC In the latest episode of MBC’s Hangout with Yoo , Mijoo ‘s sister made her first-ever TV appearance. On the July 6th episode, the show featured a segment titled ‘If You Go to Okcheon,’ taking the cast to Mijoo’s hometown. Mijoo’s sister, Yoon Ji, made a surprise appearance and met singer DinDin . Yoon Ji, who admitted to being nervous before her appearance, received a shower of compliments from the members for her sophisticated charms....

Credit: MBC, Channel A Min Hee Jin, the previous CEO of ADOR, has lodged an official complaint against two senior executives at HYBE, which oversees ADOR, alleging breach of trust. On Tuesday, Min Hee Jin’s legal representatives revealed that they had reported HYBE’s Chief Communications Officer Park Tae Hee along with PR Director Jo Seong Hoon to the Yongsan Police Station in Seoul on breach of trust charges. This action comes following accusations that the executives neglected their duties while promoting the acclaimed K-pop group NewJeans....

Credit: PEAK J ENTERTAINMENT, A-Man Project Moon Ga Young stars as Kang Hee Ji, a first-year rookie attorney who has just completed her associate training at a prestigious law firm. Hee Ji is a bold and confident extrovert whose honest and straightforward personality disarms everyone around her. Driven by a desire to protect the people she loves, Hee Ji gave up her dreams of becoming an artist to pursue law, hoping to not only solve legal disputes but also touch her clients’ hearts....

Credit: Netflix Netflix has announced its new Korean series Melo Movie will premiere globally on Valentine’s Day, February 14th, releasing a teaser poster and a trailer that showcase the chemistry between leads Choi Woo Shik and Park Bo Young . The romantic drama follows young adults navigating their dreams and love lives while helping each other overcome past traumas. The series promises to deliver a heartfelt story about thirty-somethings pursuing their romantic ideals while dealing with personal struggles....

Credit: KBS, MBC, SBS The 2024 MBC and KBS Drama Awards, postponed due to a national mourning period, are now set to air on rescheduled dates. According to sources on January 2nd, the MBC Drama Awards will be aired on January 5th, while the KBS Drama Awards will air sometime next week. However, the exact date for the KBS award show has yet to be confirmed. The MBC awards were originally scheduled for December 30th and the KBS awards for December 31st....

Credit: MBC NewJeans’ independent activities have been put on hold due to a dispute over their contract with ADOR, a subsidiary of HYBE. On March 21st, the 50th Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court granted ADOR’s request for an injunction against the NewJeans members, prohibiting them from engaging in independent activities and signing advertising deals. Previously, NewJeans members Hani, Minji, Danielle, Haerin and Hyein held an emergency press conference on November 28th last year....

Credit: Kim Jong Hyeon’s social media Kim Jonghyeon , known by his stage name JR and formerly a member of the boy group NU’EST, is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service. Kim Jonghyeon will enlist as an active-duty soldier today. He will undergo five weeks of basic military training before being assigned to his unit, where he will serve for 18 months. His expected discharge date is March 22, 2026....

Credit: Ok Taecyeon Instagram Ok Taecyeon ‘s newlywed home has been unveiled. Interior designer Park Ji Hyun recently shared photos of the space on Instagram, showing a house styled in warm wood and white tones. Park wrote, “I was happy to take on the home of someone so wonderful. I held off on posting until the magazine came out—it’s featured in the December issue of Living Sense,” adding, “He loves to cook, so he grocery-shops every day after work and heads straight for the kitchen....

Credit: TV Chosun Following the finale of Confidence Queen , stars Park Min Young , Park Hee Soon and Joo Jong Hyuk shared their closing thoughts. Park Min Young, who played the brilliant con artist Yoon Yi Rang, reflected on the nine-month journey: “We spent such a long time filming — about nine months — so I really grew attached to the project. As always, saying goodbye to the staff and my fellow actors is bittersweet, and I can’t help but think I could’ve done a better job....

Credit: JTBC JTBC has unveiled the first teaser and poster for Surely Tomorrow , starring Park Seo Joon and Won Ji An . The upcoming romance series follows Lee Kyung Do (Park Seo Joon) and Seo Ji Woo (Won Ji An), who dated twice in the past before going their separate ways. Years later, fate brings them back together—this time as the journalist who exposes a high-profile affair and the wife of the man at the center of it....

Credit: Kim Seong Eun’s Instagram Park Soo Jin recently gave fans a glimpse into her life in a new photo shared by actress Kim Seong Eun. On July 23rd, Kim Seong Eun posted a picture on her Instagram with the caption, “My workout mate, my best friend Ssu.” In the photo, Park Soo Jin is seen dressed in black Pilates gear, looking into a mirror. Fans were captivated by her healthy, toned physique and noted that her youthful beauty remains unchanged....

Credit: Netflix Netflix has unveiled Squid Game Season 2 ‘s new teaser, and actor Park Sung Hoon’s dramatic transformation has become a hot topic. Netflix released teaser posters, trailers, and preview pictures for the series today. This season will focus on the intense rivalry between Gi Hun ( Lee Jung Jae ), who returns to the game seeking revenge, and the Front Man ( Lee Byung Hun ), who awaits him....

Credit: YouTube “Thursday Night” In a recent appearance on Jo Hyun Ah’s YouTube show “Thursday Night,” Rowoon opened up about his experiences and challenges with same-sex acting roles, particularly his special appearance alongside Ahn Hyo Seop. During the episode, Jo Hyun Ah and Rowoon recounted their first meeting through a mutual friend, P.O, at a bowling alley, where an accidental loss led to an enduring friendship. Jo Hyun Ah recalled how impressed she was when Rowoon spent 30 minutes bowling alone after their game....

Credit: Netflix Netflix has officially announced the premiere of its brand-new romantic reality series Better Late Than Single , set to launch globally on July 8th. Better Late Than Single is a makeover-meets-romance reality show that helps “romance rookies”—those who’ve never dated—navigate their very first relationships. Following the success of Single’s Inferno , Netflix returns with a fresh twist on the dating genre, this time spotlighting charmingly awkward first-timers experiencing love in its rawest form....

Credit: YouTube “TEO” The latest episode of TEO’s YouTube series “Salon Drip Season 2,” titled “Have all the guests arrived? Let’s start the wedding,” has become the talk of the town, featuring a guest appearance of Son Suk Ku . This much-anticipated episode brought together Son Suk Ku and comedian Jang Do Yeon , causing a stir of excitement among fans with their notably shy and blushing interactions. Jang Do Yeon, who dressed up for the occasion, and Son Suk Ku, who previously declared her his ideal type because of her bright personality, did not disappoint....

Credit: Busan International Film Festival The 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) officially kicked off on September 17th with a glamorous opening ceremony at the Busan Cinema Center. Hosted by superstar actor Lee Byung Hun , the festival began with the premiere of its opening film, Park Chan Wook’s new thriller No Other Choice . Just before the ceremony, the red carpet was a dazzling showcase of Korean cinema’s biggest stars....

Credit: Betty Wu Instagram Song Joong Ki and his wife Katy Louise Saunders were spotted enjoying a family trip to Japan with their son. On April 4th, Taiwanese TV host-turned-writer Betty Wu shared a photo on social media featuring Song Joong Ki with her friend. Wu explained that her friend unexpectedly met Song Joong Ki, his wife Katy and their child while traveling in Japan. “My friend bumped into Song Joong Ki during a morning walk,” she said....

Credit: Loewe Loewe, led by U.S.-born design duo Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, has unveiled its newest face: actor Song Kang . The Spanish luxury house—now in its 179th year—officially announced Song Kang as its latest brand ambassador. Loewe says the choice was inspired by the actor’s striking on-screen presence and his distinctive personal style. “I’ve always been drawn to Loewe’s creative approach to craft and leather,” Song Kang shared....

Credit: Felix, Yeonjun Instagram Stray Kids’ Felix and Tomorrow X Together’s Yeonjun have both issued public apologies after facing backlash for posting content related to Japan on Korea’s Liberation Day, which marks the end of Japanese colonial rule. On August 15th, Felix addressed the controversy, saying, “I want to sincerely apologize to everyone, especially the fans who were disappointed by my careless actions.” He explained, “In the early hours of August 15th, I mentioned a Japanese song while talking about a short-form challenge with fans on a communication platform....