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Credit: Warner Music Korea JUNGGIGO, a smooth and talented vocalist known for turning up the love in the K-Pop music scene, has finally returned! After a three-year-long hiatus, JUNGGIGO is blessing our playlists once more with the release of “her,” a smooth ballad with soothing vocals fit for the winter. Known for various hits like “Some” featuring Sistar’s Soyou, “247” with famous rapper Zion.T and D-Day from My ID is Gangnam Beauty , JUNGGIGO hadn’t made a return since “Gravity” released in January 2021....

Credit: SM Entertainment Former RIIZE member Seunghan is set to make his solo debut on the 31st. SM Entertainment announced on July 9th that Seunghan will be launching his own artist brand, “XngHan&Xoul.” The “X” symbolizes infinite possibilities and broad crossover potential. He’ll be working in a crew format, teaming up with Xoul, a multidisciplinary creator, for a variety of creative projects. His first single, titled “Waste No Time,” will include two new songs sung by Seunghan....

Credit: Jules Lee Instagram G-Dragon was recently spotted in a warm backstage moment with Lee Joo Young, aka Jules Lee, granddaughter of Daelim Group’s honorary chairman Lee Jun Yong. Born in 2000, Jules Lee is the great-granddaughter of the late Lee Jae Jun, founder of DL Group, ranked 19th among Korea’s largest conglomerates. She is also the daughter of Lee Hae Chang, CEO of Kemtech and the niece of current DL Group chairman Lee Hae Wook....

Credit: tvN Han Ga In recently shared a glimpse into her personal life, including the uncanny resemblance she shares with her second son, during the premiere episode of tvN’s camping-themed variety show, Europe Outside Your Tent: France . In the episode, viewers followed Han Ga In, along with celebrities Ra Mi Ran, Jo Bo Ah, and Ryu Hye Young, as they embarked on a journey through the South of France....

Credit: Netflix Agents of Mystery is gearing up for a bigger, bolder return. Netflix’s mystery adventure series is back for Season 2, with Lee Yong Jin, John Park, Hyeri , Kim Do Hoon , Karina and Gabee reuniting to tackle even darker, stranger cases that defy scientific explanation. Hyeri, a core member of the investigative team, steps into a fearless frontline role this season. “The scale and the world-building expanded massively,” she said....

Credit: SBS Radio Despite emerging amidst a brewing storm within HYBE labels, the new K-pop group ILLIT, produced directly by HYBE’s chairman Bang Si Hyuk, has shown pride in their debut album. On a recent episode of SBS Radio’s Cultwo Show , ILLIT members Yunah, Minju, Moka, and Wonhee—Iroha was absent due to personal reasons—discussed their early success and the pride they feel in their work. ILLIT, a Belift Lab artist, has quickly risen to fame with their debut single Magnetic , which not only dominated domestic music charts but also marked an unprecedented entry for a K-pop group’s debut song on the Billboard Hot 100....

Credit: BY4M STUDIO Director Kwak Kyung Taek’s latest film, Firefighters , is facing boycott calls amid political tensions following the failed impeachment vote against South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. The motion was dismissed on December 7th due to a lack of quorum, but the ripple effects have reached the entertainment world, with Firefighters caught in the crossfire. Firefighters , which opened on December 4th, tells the story of the 2001 Hongje-dong fire tragedy, highlighting the bravery and sacrifices of first responders....

Credit: J-Hope Instagram Fans of BTS’s J-Hope showed up in full force—and in full ponchos—for his headlining performance at Lollapalooza Berlin. Held on July 13th (local time), the show marked J-Hope’s triumphant return to the global festival stage, three years after becoming the first Korean artist to headline a U.S. music festival at Lollapalooza Chicago in 2022. Credit: online communities Taking over the main stage, J-Hope delivered a powerhouse 90-minute set, performing 23 songs in front of a crowd of 60,000....

Credit: Big Hit Music, Tom Cruise Instagram BTS’s Jin has shared the behind-the-scenes story of how Hollywood icon Tom Cruise came to appear on his self-produced YouTube show “Run Jin.” During his May 17th guest appearance on SBS Power FM’s Wendy’s Youngstreet , Jin shared the full story behind Cruise’s cameo. “We didn’t really do anything huge together,” Jin said modestly, adding with a smile, “I’m a little worried people might expect too much and be disappointed....

Credit: Lotte Entertainment BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has found herself back at the center of an acting controversy, this time following her big-screen debut in Omniscient Reader: The Prophet . But despite branching into acting years ago, Jisoo still hasn’t been able to shake the ‘wooden actress’ label. The film, which opened on July 23rd, features Jisoo in a supporting role as Lee Ji Hye, a high school student who follows protagonist Yoo Jung Hyuk (Lee Min Ho)....

Credit: Shim Hyung Tak, Choiza’s Instagram, Daily Sports The stork has been busy visiting Korean celebrities lately, as actors Song Joong Ki , Shim Hyung Tak and Choiza have all shared the joyful news of their wives’ pregnancies. Shim Hyung Tak Welcomes Second Child Instagram에서 이 게시물 보기 심형탁(@tak9988)님의 공유 게시물 Shim Hyung Tak’s agency Alomalo Humain Entertainment announced on July 12th that his wife Hirayama Saya is 13 weeks pregnant....

Credit: Netflix, Spring Company Jun Ji Hyun is reportedly in talks to star in a new project tentatively titled Human X Gumiho . OSEN reported on March 28th that Jun Ji Hyun recently received the script for Human X Gumiho and is positively considering the offer. Ji Chang Wook is being eyed as her potential co-star and is also reviewing the casting offer. Human X Gumiho is the latest work from writer Lim Meari, a former assistant writer under star screenwriter Kim Eun Sook, known for hits like Secret Garden , Guardian: The Lonely and Great God and The Glory ....

Credit: YouTube “Harper’s BAZAAR Korea” In a touching walk down memory lane, Jung Hae In recently shared his experiences while shooting the JTBC drama Snowdrop , alongside BLACKPINK’s Jisoo . In an interview with Harper’s BAZAAR Korea, released on February 1st, the actor opened up about a particularly memorable moment from 2021. “That photo was probably taken by Jisoo with a film camera. She carried a film camera on set and took many photos of colleagues besides me....

Credit: Plus M Entertainment Jung Woo Sung has confirmed he has a son with model Moon Gabi , igniting a wave of divided opinions online. On the night of the 24th, Jung Woo Sung released an official statement through his agency, sharing, “I have a son with Moon Gabi, and we are currently discussing the best way to raise him. As a father, I will do my utmost for my child....

Credit: JYP Entertainment Junho recently received a tax audit, but his agency clarified that it was not related to any allegations of tax evasion. JYP Entertainment released a statement on December 26th saying, “Junho fully cooperated with a tax audit conducted by the Seoul Regional Tax Office’s Investigation Division 2 in September 2023. We can share that the audit was part of a routine, non-regular corporate tax review for artists and was not initiated due to suspicions of tax evasion....

Credit: Jo Kwon Instagram, JTBC Fellow musicians in the music industry have left memorial messages through social media after hearing the sudden news of Wheesung’s death. On March 10th, 2AM’s Changmin posted on his Instagram, “An artist I really wanted to be like,” and added, “I will always remember you. Rest in peace,” paying tribute to the late singer. Another 2AM member Jo Kwon expressed his sorrow over the artist’s death by sharing Wheesung’s song “The Story I Couldn’t Tell....

Credit: YouTube “STUDIO_SUZE” The staggering paychecks in China’s entertainment industry are making headlines. As K-content continues to gain popularity, many Korean actors and singers are expanding their horizons abroad under the banner of Hallyu (Korean Wave). Recently, several Hallyu stars have shared insights into the immense scale of Chinese appearance fees, drawing significant attention. Actresses Lee Da Hae and Choo Ja Hyun previously revealed, “You can easily earn 10 billion KRW (approx 7....

Credit: Yonhap News, Top Daily Kim Bo Ra is taking a direct leap from on-screen chemistry to real-life matrimony, bypassing the public romance. According to a JTBC report on the 5th, the actress is set to tie the knot with Jo Ba Reun, the director she met on the set of the 2021 film Ghost Mansion . Their professional rapport as actress and director on the eerie set of Ghost Mansion —also aired as Ghost Mansion: The Original on ENA—blossomed into a real-life romance, leading to their upcoming nuptials in June....

Credit: H Art Ent. The opening event for ATO; A Beautiful Gift Collection Exhibition – in NEW YORK, featuring actress Kim Hee Seon in her role as content director alongside prominent figures in contemporary Korean art, concluded successfully. H Art ENT. announced yesterday, “On the 10th, we held the opening event for ATO; A Beautiful Gift Collection Exhibition – in NEW YORK at Gallery AP Space in New York’s Chelsea Arts District,” sharing photos from the event that captured significant attention....

Credit: JNC Media Group Kim Sae Ron and Lee Chae Min ’s upcoming youth romance Everyday, We (literal title) has officially shifted its release to March, along with the reveal of its main poster. Timed with the start of the new school semester, the coming-of-age romance follows two 17-year-olds whose longtime friendship is thrown into chaos after an unexpected confession changes everything. The newly released main poster captures the tender, awkward energy of first love....