Kim Soo Hyun Faces $2.2 Million Asset Seizure Amid Ongoing Legal Battle

Credit: Yonhap News An advertiser has filed a damages claim and requested a provisional seizure of 3 billion won ($2.2 million) against Kim Soo Hyun . Kim Soo Hyun’s attorney confirmed on June 12 that an advertiser filed for damages and secured a provisional seizure on one of Kim Soo Hyun’s units at Galleria Foret. The attorney stated, “This legal action amounts to secondary harm at a time when it’s becoming increasingly clear that HoverLab’s allegations are false and that Kim Soo Hyun is actually the victim....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 300 words · Margaret Martin

Kim Soo Hyun Files False Accusation Complaint Against Late Kim Sae Ron’S Family And Hoverlab Operator

Credit: Gold Medalist Kim Soo Hyun filed a criminal complaint for false accusation against the bereaved family of the late Kim Sae Ron and the operator of the YouTube channel HoverLab on June 23rd. According to sources, Kim Soo Hyun’s legal team submitted the complaint to the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul on June 23rd. Earlier on May 7th, attorney Boo Ji Seok, the legal representative of the bereaved family, and Kim Se Ui, the operator of HoverLab, held a press conference to announce that the family had filed charges against Kim Soo Hyun for violating the Child Welfare Act and for false accusation....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 280 words · Margaret Sanderson

Kim Soo Hyun’S Agency Ceo Resigns Amid Ongoing Legal Battle With Kim Sae Ron’S Family

Credit: Star News Ahn Seong Su , the CEO of Gold Medalist, has resigned from his position. Gold Medalist is the agency representing top actor Kim Soo Hyun . Ahn quietly departed the company approximately two months ago, according to TenAsia’s November 28th report. He had been a visible figure at the agency, notably attending Kim Soo Hyun’s press conference on March 31st. An executive from the Hanwha Group has reportedly been appointed to fill the vacancy....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 312 words · Timothy Ward

Kim Soo Hyun’S Side Clarifies He And Kim Sae Ron Were Together When She Was Adult

Credit: Gold Medalist Kim Soo Hyun ’s agency, Gold Medalist has denied allegations of Kim Soo Hyun’s underage relationship with the late Kim Sae Ron . They stated, “Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron dated from the summer of 2019 to the fall of 2020 when she was already an adult.” The agency initially planned to release a statement next week regarding Garo Sero Research Institute’s (also known as HoverLab Inc....

January 31, 2026 · 6 min · 1090 words · Christopher Varela

Kim Woo Bin And Shin Mina Wedding Moment Goes Viral As Ahn Bo Hyun Couldn’T Hold Back Tears

Credit: AM Entertainment A quiet but emotional moment from the wedding of Kim Woo Bin and Shin Mina is drawing attention—this time, because of a tearful guest. A video circulating on social media shows Ahn Bo Hyun wiping away tears as he watches the couple exchange vows after 10 years of dating. Kim Woo Bin and Ahn Bo Hyun have been close friends for nearly 20 years, first meeting as teenagers through a university modeling program....

January 31, 2026 · 1 min · 207 words · Bernard Geesey

Kim Woo Bin And Suzy’S Netflix Fantasy Romance ‘Genie, Make A Wish’ Takes Over 46 Countries’ Top 10 Charts

Credit: Netflix Netflix’s latest Korean fantasy romance, Genie, Make a Wish , is proving to be a worldwide sensation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O666deptuic According to Netflix’s Tudum Global Top 10 chart released on Wednesday, the series recorded more than 4 million views within three days of its October 3rd premiere. The drama ranked No. 5 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Non-English Series and currently holds the No. 1 spot in Korea. It has also broken into the Top 10 in 46 countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Singapore, India, Hong Kong, Thailand, Egypt, and Morocco....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 319 words · Henry Schaeffer

Kim Woo Bin Or Cho Jung Seok? Teen Actress Picks The Best Dad On Screen

Credit: Management mmm Choi Yoo Ri, who’s about to bring a fresh new zombie character to life in My Daughter Is a Zombie , was recently faced with a tough dilemma of choosing the best onscreen dad between Cho Jung Seok and Kim Woo Bin. My Daughter Is a Zombie tells the story of a father’s struggle to protect his daughter, the last remaining zombie. Experiencing colored contact lenses and movie makeup for the first time in her life, Choi Yoo Ri smiled and stated, “It felt unfamiliar at first, but I was soon able to immerse myself....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 342 words · Ernest Dukes

Kim Woo Seok’S Name Trends Over Alleged Leaked Photos With Kim Se Jeong And Others

Credit: Jellyfish Entertainment, Blitzway Studios Co, STUDIO1592 Leaked photos of Kim Woo Seok with former April member Lee Hyun Joo and idol-turned-actress Kim Se Jeong have sparked dating rumors online. However, it seems the images are old and were accidentally leaked from his personal cloud storage. 헐 김우석이랑 에이프릴 이현주 사겼구나 pic.twitter.com/7qzv8oS7XV — 수파두파💫 (@SUPADUPAMY) December 10, 2024

January 31, 2026 · 1 min · 58 words · Thomas Sliva

Lee Dong Wook Leads Star-Studded Cast In Unconventional Office Rom

Credit: tvN tvN has unveiled the first teaser for its upcoming Monday-Tuesday drama The Divorce Insurance , a quirky office romantic comedy centered around an innovative insurance development team crafting an unprecedented product —divorce insurance. The teaser builds intrigue around this novel concept, opening with the tagline “Divorce insurance that will guarantee your happiness.” The footage introduces the all-star ensemble: Lee Dong Wook , Lee Joo Been, Lee Kwang Soo , and Lee Da Hee , heightening anticipation for this unique product aimed at those preparing for their second chapter in life....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 218 words · Ivan Wilson

Lee Ha Nee Spotted Heavily Pregnant At Netflix’S ‘Aema’ Press Event

Credit: Netflix Lee Ha Nee made a surprise in-person appearance at the press conference for her new Netflix series, Aema . She was originally scheduled to join the event by video call, but made a last-minute decision to attend in person. Lee Ha Nee shared that the initial plan was just a precaution. “My doctors thought the baby might arrive a bit earlier than expected, so I wasn’t sure if I would be able to attend,” she explained....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 260 words · Lisa Williams

Lee Hong Gi Gets Candid About 20

Credit: SBS FTISLAND’s Lee Hong Gi has shed light on his painful, decades-long fight with a rare chronic illness. On the June 15th episode of SBS’s My Little Old Boy , the singer visited a hospital for a check-up and spoke candidly about his diagnosis: hidradenitis suppurativa, a chronic rare disease that causes recurring pus-filled lesions in sweat gland areas like the buttocks and armpits. Beyond the pain, the condition causes daily inconvenience through necessary surgeries and resulting scars....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 325 words · Louis Clantz

Lee Jong Suk, Lim Ji Yeon, Jang Ki Yong And More Dazzle At Casa Loewe Seoul Opening

Credit: MHN Sports, Xports News, Hankyung, OSEN Luxury fashion house LOEWE celebrated the grand opening of its first standalone store in Korea, Casa LOEWE Seoul, yesterday. Curated by Creative Director Jonathan Anderson, the space is envisioned as a collector’s home, seamlessly blending fashion, art, and design. The event drew a star-studded crowd, including A-list actors and K-pop idols. Spotted at the glamorous gathering were aespa’s Giselle, Jang Ki Yong, Lee Joo Bin, film director Niki Lee, Yoo Tae Oh, Lim Ji Yeon, Seventeen’s S....

January 31, 2026 · 1 min · 166 words · Vernon Griffin

Lee Min Ho Shines In ‘Pachinko’ Season 2 With Mature, Compelling Performance

Credit: Apple TV+ Lee Min Ho is once again capturing the audience’s attention in Pachinko Season 2 , delivering a more mature and layered performance that enhances the show’s emotional depth. Pachinko continues its epic saga of forbidden love, war, and identity, spanning across Korea, Japan, and the U.S. Lee Min Ho’s character, Koh Hansu, a man driven by ambition, faces a turning point when he reunites with Sunja ( Kim Min Ha ), the rural girl who once helped him rediscover his identity....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 360 words · Daniel Robinson

Lee Min Ho, Yoo Hae Jin And Park Hae Il Lead Star

Credit: Hive Media Corp Korean cinema heavyweights Yoo Hae Jin , Park Hae Il , and Lee Min Ho have officially joined forces in Assassin(s) (literal title), the highly anticipated new political thriller from acclaimed filmmaker Hur Jin Ho, known for The Last Princess and Christmas in August . Currently in smooth production after kicking off filming in August, the film delves into the aftermath of a shocking August 15th assassination that shakes the nation to its core—tracing the web of conspiracy, power, and truth behind one of modern Korea’s most pivotal moments....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 360 words · Jeffrey Warner

Lee Yi Kyung Controversy Deepens As Accuser Claims To Have New Proof

Credit: News1 A scandal surrounding Lee Yi Kyung ’s personal life has taken a sharp turn. The controversy began when a woman claimed she had exchanged sexual messages with the actor. The woman later admitted they were all AI-generated lies, but she has now suddenly changed her story. When the screenshots first surfaced, Lee Yi Kyung denied the rumors and announced plans for strong legal action. His agency, Sangyoung ENT, confirmed on November 3rd that they filed a defamation lawsuit against the woman, adding that “there has been no settlement or monetary compensation whatsoever....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 295 words · Cody Maldonado

Luhan Dragged Back Into Cheating Rumors After Influencer’S Explosive Claims

Credit: online communities, Weibo Fresh controversy has erupted in the Chinese entertainment world after an influencer’s claims reignited cheating rumors involving Luhan —and renewed speculation about his reported breakup with actress Guan Xiaotong. The firestorm began when a Weibo user operating under the handle “iamroosie” posted a series of statements claiming she had personal relationships with multiple A-list Chinese celebrities. The influencer, who describes herself as a wealthy 30-year-old, said her connections ranged from friendships to romantic and sexual encounters....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 324 words · Mitchel Frey

Mijoo Confirms Past Breakup With Soccer Star Song Bum Keun

Credit: Mijoo’s YouYube channel Mijoo recently addressed her past relationship with soccer player Song Bum Keun during a candid moment on her YouTube channel. A new video was posted to her personal channel on July 18th, where she visited a fortune-telling café to talk about her future love life. During the session, the fortune-teller told her, “You have a deep love for family. Once you get married, you won’t divorce....

January 31, 2026 · 1 min · 201 words · Pablo Boucher

Min Hee Jin’S Lawsuit Against Hybe Executives Dismissed Again: Police Find Company’S Audit ‘Lawful’

Credit: ADOR, Yonhap News Former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin ’s complaint against former HYBE CEO Park Ji Won and Chief Communications Officer Park Tae Hee has been dismissed, with police determining that HYBE’s review of company emails was conducted lawfully. According to TenAsia on November 6th, the Yongsan Police Station in Seoul decided last month not to forward Min’s case—filed in November 2024—alleging that the executives violated the Information and Communications Network Act....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 339 words · John Christensen

Minji And Danielle Attend Court Mediation In Ador Dispute, Final Session Set For September

Credit: Yonhap News Members of NewJeans arrived at the Seoul Central District Court on Thursday afternoon for a critical mediation hearing in their ongoing contract dispute with their agency, ADOR. At the court’s request, members Minji and Danielle attended the session in person. When approached by reporters and asked about the possibility of reaching an agreement, both members declined to comment, offering only a quick “Sorry” before entering the courthouse....

January 31, 2026 · 2 min · 362 words · Theresa Tola

Park Bo Gum Replaces Kim Soo Hyun As New Face Of Shinhan Financial

Credit: THEBLACKLABEL, Shinhan Financial Shinhan Financial Group has named actor Park Bo Gum as its new brand ambassador. The move marks a return to the major financial brand for the beloved star, who previously modeled for Shinhan Bank in 2019. The company kicked off its new campaign on September 5th with an introductory video on its official YouTube channel, and has since released a making-of film. In his introduction, Park Bo-gum shared his excitement, saying, “I am delighted to greet you as the new model for Shinhan Financial Group....

January 31, 2026 · 1 min · 198 words · Kathleen Diamond