Posts

Credit: ZAPZEE, Netflix, iMBC South Korea’s entertainment scene is full of talented stars, and some of the most captivating personalities choose to focus on their careers and personal lives outside of marriage. Here are a few inspiring Korean celebrities over 40 who are rocking the single life in 2024. Lee Dong Wook (42) Credit: ZAPZEE Promoting his film Single in Seoul last year, Lee Dong Wook admitted he could relate a little too well to the bachelor life....

Credit: Marie Claire, HYBE, YG Entertainment, iMBC Celebrities live under the spotlight, but when it comes to love, some prefer privacy. This list explores rumored celebrity couples who keep their relationships under wraps, offering a peek into their private lives and the intrigue surrounding their secret love stories. Park Seo Joon and Xooos Credit: Awesome Entertainment, WAYV Dating rumors swirled around Park Seo Joon and YouTuber Xooos last year, but his agency Awesome Entertainment stayed silent, saying it’s his personal life....

Credit: Hanteo Music Awards The Hanteo Music Awards, intended as a grand celebration of K-Pop’s brightest stars, based on Hanteo Chart data and global votes, has unfortunately become synonymous with chaos and controversy. Held over two days at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, the event aimed to showcase a year of achievements in the music industry. However, it turned into an ordeal marred by disarray and a series of mishaps that have left many questioning the organizers’ preparedness....

Credit: Herald ADOR Representative Min Hee Jin’s fashion choices have once again captured the public’s eye, this time during her second press conference addressing the company’s extraordinary general meeting. On May 31st, Min held a press conference at the Korea Press Center in Seoul to explain her stance on the upcoming meeting. Unlike her first press conference, Min opted for a sophisticated look, wearing a yellow cardigan and neatly styled hair....

Credit: tvN tvN’s upcoming Monday–Tuesday drama Spring Fever has unveiled photos and details from its first table read. Director Park Won Guk, writer Kim Ah Jung, and lead actors Ahn Bo Hyun (as Sun Jae Gyu), Lee Joo Been (as Yoon Bom), Cha Seo Won (as Choi Yi Joon), Cho Jun Young (as Sun Han Gyeol), Lee Jae In (as Choi Se Jin), Jin Kyung (as Seo Hye Sook), and Bae Jung Nam (as Jung Jin Hyuk) gathered in one room for their first official read-through....

Credit: SBS K-dramas are becoming increasingly risqué. SBS’s Buried Hearts premiered on February 21st with an intense kiss and bed scene between Park Hyung Sik and Hong Hwa Yeon. Their characters, coworkers secretly dating, shared a deep emotional and physical connection. However, Hong Hwa Yeon’s character, Yeo Eun Nam, ultimately betrays Park Hyung Sik’s Seo Dong Ju, pushing him down a dark path. The premiere drew a strong 6.1% nationwide viewership and generated buzz with its bold content....

Credit: Coupang Play Coupang Play’s new series Family Matters is confirmed for release on November 29th at 8 PM KST. Along with the announcement, the first poster has been unveiled, hinting at a family like no other. Family Matters follows a mother with the extraordinary ability to edit memories at will as she and her family work together to bring down a group of villains. The cast is led by Bae Doona , joined by Ryoo Seung Bum, Baek Yoon Sik, and rising talents Lomon and Lee Su Hyun....

Credit: YG Entertainment BLACKPINK is officially making their long-awaited return. YG Entertainment announced on January 15th that the group will release their third mini album, DEADLINE , on February 27th. The news was shared via a comeback teaser video posted to the label’s official blog. The release marks BLACKPINK’s first album-length project in three years and five months, following their 2022 sophomore full-length album BORN PINK. While the group dropped the digital single JUMP last July, the members have largely focused on individual activities, showcasing four distinct solo identities during the group’s hiatus....

Credit: Big Hit Music BTS has officially kicked off comeback buzz by revealing the title of their next album. On Friday, the group announced via the global fan platform Weverse that their fifth full-length album will be titled ARIRANG . The name draws from “Arirang,” one of Korea’s most iconic folk songs, signaling a return to the group’s roots. The title reflects BTS’ core identity and the emotions they want to share with fans....

Credit: Big Hit Music BTS member Jin filled the streets of Rue de Rivoli in Paris with cheers as he took part in the torch relay for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. On July 14th (local time), the day of the French National Day, Jin participated in the torch relay for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. The scene was crowded with people who gathered to support him. Dressed in the official white torchbearer uniform, Jin received the Olympic flame from the previous runner, who arrived on a bicycle, sparking loud cheers and applause from the crowd....

Credit: BTS V’s Instagram BTS’s V celebrated his close friend, Park Hyung Sik ‘s, birthday with a sweet throwback post. V posted a photo to his social media account with the caption, “This person HBD (Happy Birthday),” tagging Park Hyung Sik on November 16th. The picture shows V, Park Hyung Sik and two other friends smiling and hanging out together in a swimming pool. Dressed in swimsuits, the two stars are standing shoulder-to-shoulder with relaxed smiles....

Credit: Dolphiners Films Byeon Woo Seok, Jang Wonyoung and Karina are setting the internet on fire after appearing together in a new project that instantly grabbed everyone’s attention. On November 10th, Dolphiners Films released a video in their YouTube channel, titled “The Christmas Song Teaser.” The teaser features Jang Wonyoung, Byeon Woo Seok, Karina, Park Hee Soon, and Moon So Ri—an unexpected, star-studded lineup that immediately drew massive buzz....

Credit: Netflix, BigHit Music HUNTR/X and TXT (Tomorrow X Together) emerged as the dominant forces on Circle Chart for Week 30, claiming multiple chart victories across different categories. The Korea Music Content Association announced that “HUNTR/X achieved a six-crown victory while TXT secured a triple crown in Week 30 (July 20th-26th) of the Circle Chart.” HUNTR/X, alongside EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami, and the KPop Demon Hunters cast, topped six different charts with their track “Golden....

Credit: YG Entertainment Everyone can get ready for 2025 with K-Pop’s positive and fun messages. This year, NCT’s Jaehyun, BABYMONSTER, aespa, and more idols delivered song lyrics that now allow listeners to contemplate New Year’s resolutions. The songs on this list promote confidence, love, and humor. They are what resolutions are made of. BABYMONSTER – Forever This song is indirectly the definition of the New Year’s resolution phrase. “Forever” has become an anthem for this generation with a message of self-confidence....

Credit: Danielle Instagram Danielle is stepping into a new chapter—publicly and personally. The former NewJeans member recently updated the profile photo on her newly launched personal Instagram account, drawing attention for both her poised visuals and the timing of the move. Around the same time, online communities reported that Danielle also opened a personal account on REDnote, often described as China’s version of Instagram. While the account has yet to post any content, it has already surpassed 10,000 followers....

Credit: Dior The French luxury brand Dior has hit record sales in South Korea last year, marking its highest revenue to date in the country. This significant milestone was achieved through a strategic local market approach, which included appointing BLACKPINK’s Jisoo as an ambassador and even launching a children’s clothing line. According to an audit report from Christian Dior Couture Korea (Dior), the brand’s sales in South Korea for the previous year reached 1....

Credit: DJ Koo Instagram Koo Jun Yup, aka DJ Koo, is paying tribute to his late wife, Barbie Hsu, by creating a memorial statue in her honor. According to Taiwanese media on March 18th, DJ Koo has teamed up with a designer friend to personally craft the statue, which he considers his final gift to his wife. The statue is expected to be completed within this year. Barbie Hsu’s mother and sister, Dee Hsu, have expressed their support for the project....

Credit: Stone Music Entertainment The boys of B.D.U have officially announced the beginning of their world tour ‘WISHPOOL’ and they four members are ready to make a splash on the stage. After becoming the finalists from Mnet’s project show, Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor , members Bitsaeon of M.O.N.T, Seunghun of CIX, Jay Chan of ONEPACT, and new fresh face Kim Minseo joined forces to become B.D.U (BOYS DEFINE UNIVERSE) underStone Music Entertainment....

Credit: FIFTY FIFTY’s Official YouTube Channel The response to FIFTY FIFTY’s comeback has been overwhelmingly positive. On Friday, FIFTY FIFTY unveiled their pre-release track “Starry Night” from their upcoming mini-album through social media. The song’s bouncy and refreshing rhythm expresses excitement and marks a hopeful new beginning for the group. Starting with five stars soaring into the sky, the music video showcases the unique personalities of FIFTY FIFTY’s five members....

Credit: SBS One of 2025’s most shocking dramas is on its way. SBS’s new Friday–Saturday crime thriller The Mantis: Original Sin premieres September 5th and centers around a chilling premise: Twenty years after the capture of a brutal serial killer known as “The Mantis,” a series of copycat murders begins. To stop them, a detective is forced into an unthinkable partnership—with his estranged mother, the original Mantis herself. Today, the series kicked off with an intense first table read, giving fans a glimpse at the explosive chemistry to come....