Credit: Netflix Reflecting on his experience, he said, “For a kid like me who spent much of my youth avoiding Korean culture, I cannot explain in words what it means to be able to connect to my heritage, to represent my vision of Korean food, and to feel the support from you all.” He went on to say, “I want to thank every chef I competed with. It was an insane experience, and I’m lucky to call each one of you a friend....
Edited by Kim Won Hee Translated by Yu Jin Kim Credit: JTBC Nam Ha Neul (Park Shin-hye) loves to study so much that she spends all her free time studying. She is a top student, ranking first in her entire school and even among the top students in the country. In order to attend college, Ha Neul moves from Busan to Seoul, where she meets Yeo Jeong Woo (Park Hyung-sik). Jeong Woo is a gifted student who excels in both academics and sports, and he easily maintains his rank as first place in his school....
Credit: Netflix Park Seo Joon and Han So Hee are set to captivate audiences once again as they reunite for the highly anticipated Gyeongseong Creature Season 2 , reportedly premiering on Netflix on September 27th. The new season comes nearly eight months after the release of Season 1. The series, set in the spring of 1945 when darkness loomed over Korea, follows two young adults—Tae Sang (Park Seo Joon) and Chae Ok (Han So Hee)—as they confront monsters born of greed....
Credit: tvN The upcoming tvN and TVING’s original drama No Gain No Love tells the story of a woman, Son Hae Young ( Shin Mina ), who hates losing anything, and a man, Kim Ji Wook ( Kim Young Dae ), who reluctantly becomes her fake groom to avoid causing any trouble. The buzz is building for this drama, which stars “rom-com queen” Shin Mina and rising K-Drama heartthrob Kim Young Dae....
Credit: KBS As more Korean webnovels and webtoons from the romance-fantasy genre make the leap to live-action, two recent adaptations are taking dramatically different approaches— The Remarried Empress and The First Night With the Duke . The First Night With the Duke chose to localize its story, reimagining the original Western-style fantasy as a traditional Korean historical drama. Character names and class systems were adapted accordingly, transforming noble titles into familiar Joseon-era equivalents....
Credit: Netflix Netflix’s original series When Life Gives You Tangerines has unleashed a firestorm of buzz just one day after release. The series follows characters across four “seasons” of their lives, from the 1960s to today, as they love, grieve, dream and find joy in the face of life’s cruelties. The series was highly anticipated even before its release with When the Camellia Blooms writer Lim Sang Chun and My Mister and Misaeng director Kim Won Seok at the helm, along with a star-studded cast featuring Park Bo Gum , IU , Park Hae Joon and Moon So Ri ....
Audiences are increasingly demanding more realistic performances from actors. In response, actors are going to great lengths to meet these expectations. Today, we’ve gathered a list of actors who have mastered music, art, and sports to bring their artistic and athletic roles to life. ‘Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born’ – Kim Taeri Credit: tvN Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born is a drama that depicts the journey of Yoon Jeongnyeon (played by Kim Tae Ri ), a girl born with a natural talent for singing, as she grows into a master singer shortly after the Korean War in the early 1950s....
Credit: Shinsegae Group, Annie Instagram Genetics are powerful, and nowhere is that more visible than in the three-generation legacy of Shinsegae Group. From matriarch Lee Myung Hee, to her daughter and current Chairwoman of Shinsegae Inc. Chung Yoo Kyung, to rising K-pop rookie Annie (real name Moon Seo Yoon), newly debuted as a member of the co-ed idol group ALLDAY PROJECT—the visual resemblance and shared aura are striking. Annie recently posted a photo on her Instagram, donning a black leather dress, smoky eye makeup, and bold earrings....
Credit: Wavenine, Cha Eun Woo Instagram Arden Cho has clarified her position after facing criticism for publicly supporting Cha Eun Woo , who is currently embroiled in allegations involving unpaid taxes totaling roughly 20 billion KRW (approx. 14 million USD). The actress, who voices Rumi in Netflix’s animated film KPop Demon Hunters , addressed the issue during a recent interview on January 30th. Before the interview officially began, a representative speaking on Arden Cho’s behalf offered a statement to explain the situation....
Credit: iMBC HYBE Chairman Bang Si Hyuk ‘s Instagram has come under scrutiny after ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin claimed that HYBE interfered with the activities of NewJeans. The page in question shows pictures of Bang Si Hyuk with BTS, LE SSERAFIM, TXT, SEVENTEEN, fromis_9, &TEAM and ENHYPEN. However, there is no picture of NewJeans anywhere on Bang Si Hyuk’s Instagram. Credit: Bang Si Hyuk’s Instagram Online communities have been flooded with posts pointing out that the group directed by Min Hee Jin is missing from Bang Si Hyuk’s Instagram....
Credit: Spotify’s Twitter, The Seasons – Zico’s Artist’s Instagram Pop sensation Billie Eilish just had a whirlwind day in Korea, meeting two huge K-Pop stars back-to-back. The singer landed at Incheon International Airport on June 18th. This marks her third trip to Korea, following visits in 2018 and 2022. This time, she’s here to promote her latest album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, which dropped last month. Fans already knew Eilish had a jam-packed schedule in Korea....
Credit: IU’s YouTube Channel BTS member Suga has been facing intense scrutiny following his recent DUI incident. Last April, Suga appeared on IU ‘s YouTube show, “ IU’s Palette .” During the show, IU mentioned that Suga’s birthday was coming up soon. Suga responded with a blank expression, saying, “You’re not seriously going to bring out a cake and party hats, are you?” IU and the production team then sang a birthday song for Suga, presenting him with a headband and cake....
Credit: MTV Instagram BTS’ Jin heated up Milan with his appearance at a high-profile fashion event. On the 25th (local time), Jin attended the Gucci 2025/2026 Collection show in Milan, Italy. For the occasion, Jin layered a vintage leather jacket over a blue striped shirt and black tie. He completed the look with black flare pants, striking a masculine yet dandy overall tone and manner. The area in front of the Gucci show venue was packed with global fans and press waiting for Jin....
Credit: Big Hit Music BTS member Jimin kicked off the new year with a heartfelt message to fans, offering a glimpse into his military life alongside fellow member Jungkook . In a lengthy post shared on Weverse on January 29th, Jimin reflected on his 14-month journey in the military, noting how he’s witnessed two New Year’s celebrations since his enlistment. “Time seems to flow differently here,” Jimin shared. “Though it’s not always easy, I’m learning a lot....
Credit: Fantagio Cha Eun Woo has taken the first steps toward his mandatory military service by applying to join the army’s military band. On May 9th, his agency Fantagio confirmed, “Cha Eun Woo recently applied to the military band and completed his interview. He’s now waiting for the results.” The outcome will be announced on May 29th via the Military Manpower Administration’s website. If accepted, he’s expected to enlist sometime in July....
Credit: KingKong by Starship Chae Soo Bin has opened up about her family’s hilarious reactions to When the Phone Rings , particularly when it comes to those steamy scenes with co-star Yoo Yeon Seok . In the critically acclaimed series, Chae Soo Bin portrays Hong Hee Joo, a sign language interpreter battling selective mutism. The actress has earned praise for her nuanced portrayal of a character dealing with chronic lethargy and deep-seated emotional trauma from a young age....
Credit: The Tonight Show Facebook, JYP Entertainment, Big Hit Music The 45th week of the 2025 Circle Chart delivered a strong showing from HUNTR/X, NMIXX, and Yeonjun, each topping key charts with standout results. According to the Korea Music Content Association, “In Week 45 (November 2nd–8th), HUNTR/X claimed No. 1 on the Global K-Pop Chart, while NMIXX and Yeonjun each secured double crowns.” HUNTR/X, along with EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, and the KPop Demon Hunters cast, continues its impressive streak as “Golden” extends its Global K-Pop Chart reign to 19 consecutive weeks....
Edited by Seo Hayne Translated by Yu Jin Kim More and more idols are showcasing new sides of themselves through solo albums while continuing their group activities. Beyond just releasing albums, they are heightening anticipation for their solo ventures by sharing behind-the-scenes content, documentaries, and more. Here, we rounded up five idols who have recently unveiled their first solo albums. Yeonjun- GGUM TXT’s Yeonjun, known as “BigHit’s legendary trainee” for consistently excelling in monthly evaluations, released his first solo album GGUM on September 19th....
Edited by Seo Hayne Translated by Yu Jin Kim Red Velvet celebrated their 10th anniversary on June 24th by releasing the mini album Cosmic , which conveys their heartfelt thanks to their cherished fans. Debuting in 2014 with “Happiness,” Red Velvet has continually expanded the spectrum of K-pop girl groups, always sparking curiosity about their next concept. Embracing the duality in their name, which represents both the bold and captivating “Red” and the feminine and soft “Velvet,” Red Velvet has forged their own path with music that balances these contrasting elements....
Credit: tvN With only two episodes left, tvN’s Queen of Tears has fans on the edge of their seats, particularly after Hong Hae In ( Kim Ji Won ) suffers from amnesia following surgery in the dramatic 14th episode. Viewers are now keenly focused on how Hong Hae In and Baek Hyun Woo ( Kim Soo Hyun ) will navigate the impending crises. Netizens have turned their attention to screenwriter Park Ji Eun’s previous works for hints about the finale....
