Barbie Hsu’S Kids Missing From Memorial Service; Stepmom Speaks Out

Credit: Online Community, DJ Koo’s Instagram The first anniversary of Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu ‘s passing was marked by an emotional memorial statue unveiling, but the absence of her two children has sparked questions. Taiwanese media outlet ETtoday reported on February 3rd on the controversy surrounding the non-attendance of Hsu’s daughter and son at the ceremony held the previous day. In response, Mandy Ma , the current wife of Hsu’s ex-husband Wang Xiaofei , addressed the situation....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 288 words · Rickey Blakley

Bl Drama ‘Happy Merry Ending’ Reveals First Teaser Poster Featuring Lee Dong Won And Seong Tae

Credit: Kidari Studio Kidari Studio has confirmed the release date and unveiled the first teaser poster for their new BL drama, Happy Merry Ending , based on the webtoon of the same name. The series follows the story of Seung Jun, a wedding singer, and Jae Hyun, a wedding pianist, who find comfort in each other as they heal from their painful pasts. Along the way, they become intertwined like a beautiful melody....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 286 words · Alice Ball

Blackpink’S Jennie And Rosé Share Sweet Reunion In New York

Credit: Rosé Instagram BLACKPINK members Jennie and Rosé delighted fans with a surprise reunion in New York City. On the 6th, Rosé shared a glimpse of their meetup on Instagram, captioning the photos, “you know you love us, xoxo.” The images captured the duo strolling the bustling streets of New York, arms linked and chattering away joyfully. Both Jennie and Rosé were in the city for separate overseas schedules....

February 2, 2026 · 1 min · 142 words · Ann Graf

Blackpink’S Jennie Appears In ‘Exchange 4’ Finale: Will She Join Season 5?

Credit: TVING BLACKPINK’s Jennie made a guest appearance on the final episode of the hit dating reality series EXchange 4 . Jennie appeared on the January 21st episode of the TVING show, joining the panel as a special guest for the finale. Host Simon Dominic revealed how her appearance came together, saying, “Jennie and I message sometimes. I asked if she was enjoying the show, and she said, ‘It’s so much fun....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 314 words · Bridget Breen

Blackpink’S Jisoo And Seo In Guk To Heat Up Screens In ‘Monthly Boyfriend’

Credit: BLISSOO, AER MUSIC According to an exclusive report by Ilgan Sports, See In Gun has been confirmed as the male lead in Monthly Boyfriend . The drama’s innovative premise promises to deliver a fresh take on romantic comedy. The project is directed by Kim Jung Sik, known for his work on Work Later, Drink Now , Strong Girl Nam Soon , and is currently airing No Gain No Love on tvN....

February 2, 2026 · 3 min · 613 words · Anne Galvez

Bts Full Group Return Imminent As V, Rm Count Down Final Military Days

Credit: V, RM Instagram The countdown for BTS’s complete reunion has officially begun, with members RM and V recently updating fans on their military service status, hinting at the group’s imminent return. V took to Instagram on the 23rd, posting “Sergeant Kim reporting in for survival check” alongside several photos. The images showcase his military life, revealing a more robust and dignified appearance that caught fans’ attention. With 107 days left until his discharge, V reassured fans, writing “After this brutal winter passes, I’ll take good care of myself when spring arrives and come back to you all healthy....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 302 words · Rosario Baker

Bts’S Jimin Among Victims In Lee Jin Ho’S Illegal Gambling Scandal Involving Multiple Celebrities

Credit: HYBE, SM C&C Lee Jin Ho has publicly confessed to his involvement in illegal gambling. In a post on his social media account today, he shared, “I am writing this to confess a shameful past stemming from my poor judgment.” Lee Jin Ho revealed that he began playing games on illegal gambling sites in 2020 after an unexpected opportunity, which ultimately led to overwhelming debt. He reflected, “After receiving stern advice from friends and fearing that I might never be able to return to the work I love, I finally came to my senses and quit gambling....

February 2, 2026 · 3 min · 432 words · Glen Mcdonald

Cha Eun Woo’S Brother Spotted On ‘You Quiz On The Block’, Netizens Go Wild

Credit: tvN Cha Eun Woo ’s younger brother is drawing attention online after netizens belatedly discovered his brief appearance on the variety show You Quiz on the Block . According to online sources, he previously interned at a major company specialized in advertising and sports business and is now reportedly working at one of its subsidiaries. Despite being a non-celebrity, his visuals have reportedly made him a standout even within the company....

February 2, 2026 · 1 min · 142 words · Steven Garcia

Chae Jong Hyeop Pulls Out Of Film Project Last Minute, Producer Fires Back With Legal Warning

Credit: Chae Jong Hyeop Instagram Just days before cameras were set to roll, the film Turtle (literal title) has found itself in choppy waters. Chae Jong Hyeop has sent a formal notice terminating his contract with producer Popcorn Film, sparking a potential legal battle. Industry sources confirmed on August 13th that Chae sent a certified letter to Popcorn Film citing “failure to commence filming within the agreed period” as the reason for the pullout....

February 2, 2026 · 4 min · 850 words · Fallon Winchester

Choi Min Hwan Opens Up About Single Fatherhood On ‘The Return Of Superman’

Credit: KBS In the latest episode of KBS’s The Return of Superman , viewers were introduced to the daily life of Choi Min Hwan and his three children, Jae Yul, Ah Yoon, and Ah Rin. Choi Min Hwan addressed his divorce , “Both the viewers and I were worried about my divorce.” But opting to join the show was a decision made with his children in mind. “There are people who wonder if appearing on the show might hurt the kids....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 342 words · James Chapman

Choi Woo Shik Gives His On

Credit: SBS Choi Woo Shik is ready to dive into romance again—this time opposite Jung So Min —in SBS’s upcoming Friday-Saturday drama Would You Marry Me . The series follows two strangers who agree to a 90-day fake marriage in order to win the ultimate newlywed prize: a luxury newlywed apartment. Choi plays Kim Woo Ju, the flawless heir to Korea’s most famous bakery empire, while Jung stars as Yoo Me Ri, who becomes his reluctant bride....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 365 words · Carri Stephens

Circle Chart Week 42: Jennie And Seventeen Top Circle Chart’S Global K

Credit: Odd Atelier In the 42nd week of the Circle Chart (formerly Gaon Chart) for 2024, artists such as JENNIE and SEVENTEEN made notable achievements. JENNIE took first place on the Global K-pop Chart with her single “Mantra (Explicit Ver.),” released after about a year. The song carries a message of “loving oneself just as you are.” Credit: Pledis Entertainment Co., Ltd. SEVENTEEN topped the Album Chart with their 12th Mini Album SPILL THE FEELS, selling 2,674,583 copies....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 304 words · Eliseo Mills

Circle Chart Week 5: Huntr/X, Car The Garden, Cortis, Nct Wish Take No. 1 Spots

Credit: Netflix, SM Entertainment, HYBE Labels, CAM WITH US Circle Chart’s Week 5 rankings saw HUNTR/X, Car, the garden, CORTIS and NCT WISH each land at No. 1 across major categories. According to the Korea Music Content Association, Week 5 (January 25th to January 31st) saw HUNTR/X lead the Global K-Pop Chart, Car, the garden top the Digital Chart, CORTIS take No. 1 on the Album Chart, and NCT WISH dominate the Retail Album Chart....

February 2, 2026 · 3 min · 427 words · Thomas Bacich

Circle Chart Week 50: Rosé And Stray Kids Achieve Remarkable Milestones

Credit: Atlantic Records, JYP Entertainment Rosé and Stray Kids achieved remarkable milestones on the Week 50 Circle Chart. The Korea Music Content Association reported that Rosé topped five categories, while Stray Kids secured the No. 1 spot on the album chart from December 8 to December 14, 2024. Rosé found great success with her first full-length album, rosie , which reached No. 1 on the Retail Album Chart with 240,412 copies sold in stores....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 300 words · Linda Wynn

Circle Chart Week 7: Rosé, Bruno Mars, Ive And Jisoo Dominate The Rankings

Credit: THEBLACKLABEL, BLISSOO, Starship Entertainment Rosé , Bruno Mars, IVE and Jisoo dominated the Circle Chart for the seventh week of 2025, according to the Korea Music Content Association. Rosé and Bruno Mars continued their impressive 17-week streak at No. 1 on the Global K-pop Chart with “APT.” IVE achieved a triple crown with their third mini-album, IVE EMPATHY . It topped the Retail Album Chart with 139,458 copies sold, while their title track “REBEL HEART” led both the Digital Chart (with a Circle Index of 17,904,991) and the Streaming Chart....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 272 words · Thelma Littrell

Disney Korea Confirms 2026 Release Of Suzy And Kim Seon Ho’S New Series ‘Delusion’

Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus has officially announced the global release of its original series Delusion in 2026, starring Suzy and Kim Seon Ho . Set in 1935 Gyeongseong, the story follows a painter named Yoon Yi Ho (Kim Seon Ho), who is commissioned to paint the portrait of a mysterious woman, Song Jung Hwa (Suzy). As he begins his work, he finds himself drawn into the secrets surrounding her....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 251 words · Margaret Thompson

Do You Know Which Talented Idols Never Had Live Performance Controversies?

Credit: YG / SQU4D / JYP / BTOB COMPANY Recently, various idol groups have been causing a stir of controversy among netizens and it is over something you wouldn’t expect – their vocals. Yes, we have an array of talented idols and singers in K-Pop but the lack of live skills, particularly in the 4th and 5th Gen K-Pop idol groups, has caused fans to harshly criticize them more than before....

February 2, 2026 · 3 min · 542 words · Dwayne Rich

Exclusive Interview: Cix Discuss Showing Skin On Stage + How They Overcame Their Pandemic Debut

Credit: C9 ENTERTAINMENT Debuting right before a pandemic is no easy task. However, boy group CIX not only survived but also thrived as they proved to be an unstoppable boy group with a loyal fanbase to this day. The five-member boy group consists of BX, Seunghun, Yonghee, Bae Jinyoung, and Hyunsuk who debuted in 2019 under C9 Entertainment with their first EP album HELLO Chapter 1: Hello, Stranger ....

February 2, 2026 · 7 min · 1356 words · Lisa Fizer

Exclusive Interview: X:In Share The Pains Of Being Global Idols In ‘Defend Myself’ Album

Credit: BeBy Entertainment A powerhouse girl group with a fierce lineup to match, X:IN is an unforgettable K-pop group with charming members who come together from various parts of the world. With hits like, “SYNCHRONIZE” and “NO DOUBT,” the girls are back with “Attention Seeker” and demand all eyes on their newest album, Defend Myself. Under BeBy Entertainment, the five-member girl group is a visual bridge of cultures in K-pop as idols E....

February 2, 2026 · 7 min · 1281 words · Valerie Wilson

Fifty Fifty Feud: Former Members Announce New Music And Official Accounts

Credit: ATTRAKT, Massive E&C As FIFTY FIFTY reveals its title track, the three former members who left the group have launched official accounts to announce its upcoming activities. According to its agency, ATTRAKT, FIFTY FIFTY unveiled the tracklist for its second mini-album, Love Tune . Love Tune, which is releasing today, will feature six tracks: the title track, “SOS,” along with “Push Your Love,” “Starry Night,” “Gravity,” an English version of “Starry Night,” and “SOS....

February 2, 2026 · 2 min · 365 words · Robert Williams