Credit: Star News The stars were out for the Netflix series Chicken Nugget press conference held at Lotte Cinema in Seoul on March 13th. Ryu Seung Ryong , Ahn Jae Hong , Kim Yoo Jung , and director Lee Byung Hun all gathered to discuss the upcoming show. Ahn Jae Hong, who recently played a memorable loner in Mask Girl, returns with another quirky role. “The webtoon felt like it was written for me,” Ahn remarked....
Credit: Napoli Matfia Instagram Napoli Matfia (Kwon Seong Joon), the winner of Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars , has issued a public apology for his behavior during the show’s finale, admitting that he acted “arrogant and lacked respect” towards his fellow contestants. On October 8th, following the release of Culinary Class Wars ‘ final episode, Napoli Matfia took to Instagram to address his remarks, saying, “Instead of sharing words of joy, I want to start by offering my sincere apologies and gratitude....
Credit: tvN The latest episode of tvN’s Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born delivered an emotional punch as Moon So Ri finally gave her blessing to Kim Tae Ri’s ambitions, driving the drama to a new series-high rating. According to Nielsen Korea, Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born ‘s episode 10, which aired on November 10th, recorded an impressive 14.1% nationwide average rating, peaking at 15.5%, securing its spot as the top show across all networks in its timeslot....
Credit: YouTube “SangSangStar” The director of My Lovely Sam Soon has admitted that Hyun Bin ’s character, Hyun Jin Heon, doesn’t quite align with modern sensibilities and revealed that significant edits were made to reflect that. At a press event for the Wavve New Classic Project featuring the director’s cut of My Lovely Sam Soon 2024 on the 5th, held at CGV Yongsan in Seoul, director Kim Yoon Cheol addressed questions about Hyun Bin’s character....
Credit:tvN Queen of Tears capped its run with a heartwarming finale that saw Baek Hyun Woo (played by Kim Soo Hyun ) and Hong Hae In ( Kim Ji Won ) together happily ever after. The episode scored a record-breaking average nationwide rating of 24.9%, peaking at 27.3%. This achievement not only secured the top spot in its time slot across all channels but also made it the most-viewed TV drama episode in tvN history, surpassing the numbers recorded by Crash Landing on You ....
Credit: SBS SBS’s long-running show Running Man is facing criticism after airing what viewers called a “sleazy, tone-deaf” segment built around excessive physical contact. The episode, broadcast on the 23rd, featured a “Kiss Mafia” game tied to promoting the drama Dynamite Kiss . Cast members were instructed to leave actual lip marks on one another’s faces, foreheads, and arms, then guess who kissed whom based on the sensation or smell....
Credit: Netflix Netflix has unveiled the main poster and trailer for Single’s Inferno Season 5—and the message is clear: this season isn’t holding anything back. Premiering globally on January 20th, the hit dating reality series once again drops a group of singles onto the isolated island of “Inferno,” where escaping means successfully coupling up. The newly released poster offers a first look at seven contestants, while the trailer teases a season defined by sharper flirting, bolder choices, and emotions that escalate fast....
Credit: Kim Bora Instagram Kim Bora broke her silence just one day after news of her divorce from director Jo Ba Reun made headlines. The SKY Castle star posted a simple caption, “The end,” alongside a carousel of photos from the 26th Jeonju International Film Festival. The images include behind-the-scenes snaps in her dressing room, a cue sheet from the closing ceremony where she served as an MC, glimpses from the afterparty, and peaceful outdoor views....
Credit: MBC A surprise kiss between Seo Kang Jun and Jin Ki Joo has given MBC’s Undercover High School a significant ratings boost. The fourth episode of the MBC Friday-Saturday drama, which aired on March 1st, followed the characters tracking down the truth behind the second ghost story circulating at their school. According to Nielsen Korea, the episode recorded 8.3% nationwide household viewership, setting a new personal best for the series....
Credit: Shin Ye Eun, Lee Joo Bin, Shin Si Ah, Choi Hee Jin’s Instagram Louis Vuitton has officially stepped into the beauty world with its debut line, La Beauté Louis Vuitton, and some of Korea’s biggest stars are already fronting the campaign. From Squid Game alums to rising K-drama actresses, these eleven women shared their ad shots on Instagram and they’re all ones to watch with exciting projects on the horizon....
Credit: Netflix Weak Hero Class 2 premiered on April 25th with a host of new cast members while taking creative liberties with the original webcomic’s characters, but the story’s roots in Eunjang High School remain the same. It’s a sequel to the 2022 show titled Weak Hero Class 1 . Let’s take a look at the newest members of the cast now. Ryeoun as Park Hu Min Credit: Netflix...
Credit: CJ ENM Ahn Bo Hyun opened up about the casting switch that preceded his role in the upcoming film Pretty Crazy . The film follows an unemployed young man named Gil Goo (Ahn Bo Hyun) who takes on a bizarre gig: watching over Seon Ji (YoonA), a woman who turns into a demon every night at dawn. At a press event held ahead of the premiere, Ahn shared his thoughts on seeing the film for the first time—two years after wrapping production....
Credit: EDAM Entertainment A YouTuber has ignited a firestorm by alleging they reported South Korean singer IU to the CIA. On Wednesday, a video titled “I Reported IU to the CIA” was uploaded to a YouTube channel, sparking widespread debate in both the entertainment industry and on social media. The YouTuber stated, “Our beloved IU, known for her incredible talent and social activism, has been openly supporting those attending the impeachment rally in South Korea and even providing food to sustain the movement....
Credit: SBS Plus Baek Ji Young shared rare insights into her marriage with actor Jung Suk Won during a heartfelt conversation on the variety show Because I’m Solo . The May 6th episode featured actress Oh Yun Ah catching up with her close friend, Baek Ji Young. Oh, who is raising a son with developmental disabilities, acknowledged that conventional dating isn’t easy for her. “When someone approaches me willing to accept my situation, I feel I should treat them well because their heart is beautiful....
Credit: DGK The Directors Guild of Korea (DGK) published a list of ten series that a jury had found to have successfully met the requirements of the Bechdel Test on August 9th. The shows on the list include Not Others , Castaway Diva , Knight Flower , Tell Me That You Love Me , Daily Dose of Sunshine , The Midnight Romance in Hagwon , A Shop for Killers , Pyramid Game , Strong Girl Nam-soon and LTNS....
Credit: Netflix Jisoo is officially heading to Netflix. The BLACKPINK star will lead the upcoming romantic K-drama Boyfriend on Demand , co-starring Seo In Guk. Originally planned as an MBC series, the project has now made the jump to Netflix, which confirmed the move and announced a 2026 release as part of its upcoming slate. Directed by Kim Jung Shik, Boyfriend on Demand is currently in production, with recent filming completed in the Philippines....
Credit: Lisa Instagram In a groundbreaking move that’s set the entertainment world abuzz, BLACKPINK’s Lisa is embarking on a solo journey with the launch of her very own label, LLOUD. The K-pop sensation took to Instagram on the 8th to share the exciting news, inviting fans to join her on a bold new adventure. “Introducing LLOUD, a platform to showcase my vision in music and entertainment. Join me on this exciting journey to push through new boundaries together,” Lisa announced, signaling a fresh chapter in her illustrious career....
Credit: AP BLACKPINK superstar and now-actress Lisa made a show-stopping appearance at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday night, walking the red carpet at Los Angeles’s Peacock Theater. The global icon wore a stunning, petal-like pink gown with a dramatic high slit. She completed the monochromatic look with matching pink jewelry and heels, capturing the attention of fashion critics and fans around the world. Lisa attended as a guest of HBO, representing one of the network’s most highly anticipated upcoming projects, The White Lotus: Season 3 ....
Credit: Lisa’s Instagram, HYBE, Source Music BLACKPINK’s Lisa has once again proven her immense solo influence. She clinched two awards at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), the continent’s biggest music awards ceremony. Lisa took home the awards for “Best Collaboration” and “Biggest Fans” on October 10th (local time), at the Co-op Live in Manchester. Her collaboration with pop star Rosalía Vila Tobella, “NEW WOMAN”, released in August, secured the “Best Collaboration” trophy....
Credit: KingKong by Starship Bona sat down with Starnews at the KingKong by Starship building to discuss SBS’s weekend drama The Haunted Palace , which wrapped up on June 7th. The fantasy rom-com follows Yeori (played by Bona), a shaman who wants nothing to do with her predestined duties, and Kang Cheol ( Yook Sung Jae ), a centuries-old imugi serpent trapped in the body of Yeori’s first love, Yoon Gap....
