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Credit: Netflix Cho Jung Seok and singer Gummy have officially welcomed their second child. Gummy’s agency, Amoeba Culture, announced the happy news on January 14th. “She gave birth to her second daughter today,” the agency stated. “We are delighted to share the joyous news that a new family member has arrived.” The agency confirmed that both mother and baby are healthy. “She is recovering peacefully amidst the love and care of her family,” the statement read....

Credit: ENA The upcoming Genie TV original drama I Dol I (literal title) is gearing up to spark fresh fandom fever with its blend of mystery, courtroom tension, and romance. Premiering December 22nd at 10 PM KST, I Dol I follows star lawyer Maeng Sena ( Choi Sooyoung )—a diehard fan of idol singer Do Ra Ik ( Kim Jae Young )—who takes on the case when her “ultimate bias” is suddenly framed as a murder suspect....

Credit: W Japan, Harper’s Bazaar, Pledis Entertainment, Galaxy Corporation K-pop artists Rosé , Bruno Mars, Jennie , G-Dragon and TWS dominated the top positions across various categories in the 17th week Circle Chart of 2025. The Korea Music Content Association, which manages the Circle Chart, announced the Week 17 results (April 20-26, 2025): “Rosé and Bruno Mars topped the Global K-pop Chart, Jennie secured wins in two categories, G-Dragon claimed the #1 spot on the Retail Album Chart, and TWS dominated the Album Chart....

Credit: SM Entertainment YoonA had nothing but admiration for her co-star Lee Chae Min, calling his dedication and energy a gift to the set of Bon Appétit, Your Majesty . The MBC drama closed its run September 28th with a nationwide average rating of 17.1% and a peak of 19.4%, marking its highest numbers yet and topping all channels, including the major networks, in its time slot. In the series, YoonA played French chef Yeon Ji Young, who slips back in time to meet Lee Chae Min’s Lee Heon—a ruthless tyrant with a flawless palate....

Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus has announced that the highly anticipated original series The Tyrant will premiere on August 14th and released a captivating teaser poster. The Tyrant is a high-stakes chase action thriller that follows the chaos that ensues after the final sample of the “Tyrant Program” goes missing due to a delivery mishap. Various factions, each with their own motives, find themselves in a relentless pursuit to either secure or eliminate the sample....

Credit: Newsis EXO’s D.O. (also known as Do Kyung Soo) has found a new agency. Blitzway Entertainment announced on November 5th that they signed an exclusive contract with the singer. This move comes as D.O. departs Company SooSoo, the agency he founded in November 2023 with his longtime former manager from SM Entertainment. He has decided not to renew his contract after two years of working together. Blitzway is a powerhouse agency, home to top actors such as Ju Ji Hoon, Chun Woo Hee, Jung Ryeo Won, and Chae Jong Hyeop....

Credit: SM Entertainment EXO member Lay will not be joining the upcoming season of the group’s travel variety show. According to MyDaily’s reporting on 24th, Lay has decided not to appear in the new season of the reality travel series EXO’s Travel the World on a Ladder . The season was initially slated to feature six members—Suho, Kai, D.O., Sehun, Chanyeol, and Lay—but it has now been finalized that Lay will sit this one out....

Credit: Visual China Group/Getty Images Lu Han, the singer-turned-actor who departed from EXO, finds himself at the center of a brewing controversy. On the 27th (local time), China Daily reported that renowned Chinese paparazzo “Zhang Xiaohan” (吃瓜少女张小寒) teased a revelation about a male celebrity’s private life, which is speculated to be Lu Han. On the 25th, “Zhang Xiaohan” hinted on Weibo, the Chinese social networking service, saying, “The best man, despite having a partner, does not lead a clean private life,” indicating an impending exposé about a male celebrity currently in a public relationship....

Credit: MK Sports, Sports Hankook, Chun Woo Hee Instagram The 60th annual Baeksang Arts Awards, held at the COEX in Gangnam, Seoul, proved to be an eventful celebration of Korea’s cultural talent. Hosted by Shin Dong Yup , Suzy , and Park Bo Gum , the ceremony unfolded with poignant tributes and heartfelt acknowledgments. Winners of the 2024 Baeksang Arts Awards: Kim Go Eun, Lee Hanee, Namkoong Min, ‘Moving’ and More...

Credit: tvN G-Dragon (Kwon Ji Yong, 36) recently opened up about the difficult period he faced amidst drug accusations in a candid appearance on tvN’s You Quiz on the Block . “I started as a trainee at six and debuted at 19. After 11 years of training and 15 years in the industry, I realized I’d only been living as Kwon Ji Yong for four or five years,” he reflected....

Credit: JTBC JTBC is gearing up for its next potential romance hit with the release of photos from the first script reading of The Practical Guide to Love . Scheduled to premiere on February 2nd, the upcoming Saturday–Sunday drama is based on the popular Naver Webtoon of the same name. The story centers on Lee Eui Young, a career-driven woman determined to end her long dating dry spell. Her search for love leads her into a complicated love triangle with two very different men, forcing her to navigate conflicting emotions as she discovers what romance truly means....

Credit: YouTube “by PDC” In a heartfelt interview in the recent episode of “by PDC,” Han Ji Min shared her candid thoughts on the pressures and expectations that come with being in the limelight as an actor. During the video, Han Ji Min addressed the inevitable burdens of being a leading lady, saying, “But then, we get that much in return. If we do, we need to meet those expectations....

Credit: Han So Hee’s Instagram Han So Hee has once again denied the rumors of cheating by mentioning Ryu Jun Yeol ‘s ex-girlfriend Hyeri. Credit: Han So Hee’s Instagram Han So Hee posted a lengthy message today on her Instagram, saying, “I’m tired of all the speculation.” She continued, “I’ve been following my own happiness in life, and I’ve come this far. After meeting all sorts of people, I realized that it’s a waste of time to be fooled by someone’s exterior....

Credit: Harper’s Bazaar Korea Recently labeled as a “controversy icon,” Han So Hee has revealed in a new magazine interview that she’s working to develop “responsible honesty” moving forward. Harper’s Bazaar Korea has unveiled their April 2025 cover featuring Han So Hee in a stunning shoot themed “21st Century Goddess.” The elegant spread showcases the actress in black and neutral-colored dresses across three distinct covers, each capturing a different facet of her goddess-like presence....

Credit: tvN From Descendants of the Sun to Fight My Way and My Liberation Notes , Kim Ji Won ‘s constantly reinvented herself with incredible characters. Now, in Queen of Tears , she’s turning heads with her most stunning look yet. Let’s explore what makes her shine so brightly in this new role. Perfect Chaebol Style Credit: JTBC, tvN Kim Ji Won is reaching a career-high with her role in Queen of Tears ....

Credit: EY HYBE founder and chairman Bang Si Hyuk reportedly earned approximately 400 billion KRW ($300 million USD) from HYBE’s 2020 initial public offering (IPO), according to The Korea Economic Daily. The report, published on November 29th, revealed details of a shareholder agreement that had previously gone undisclosed. At the time of the IPO, Bang had agreements with private equity funds (PEFs) STIC Investments, Estone Equity Partners, and New Main Equity....

Credit: Disney Disney Plus has unveiled the “War of Blood” main trailer for its upcoming original series Made in Korea , signaling what may be the hottest year-end blockbuster yet. Set in the 1970s, a tumultuous era where chaos and rapid growth existed side by side, the series follows Baek Ki Tae (Hyun Bin), a man determined to climb to the top of wealth and power by turning the nation itself into his business, and Jang Geon Yeong (Jung Woo Sung), a prosecutor who chases him to the edge with relentless resolve....

Credit: HyunA Instagram HyunA has decided to take a strong stand against malicious rumors following the release of her wedding photos with Yong Jun Hyung . On the 4th, HyunA’s agency, AT AREA, released an official statement saying, “We have been preparing to take legal action against the continuous personal attacks, false information, and malicious distortions about our artist, HyunA. However, we have shown leniency at the request of the artist herself....

Credit: IU’s YouTube channel IU has released the second music video from her album A Flower Bookmark, Pt. 3. Her agency, EDAM Entertainment, unveiled the music video for “A Beautiful Person” on IU’s official YouTube channel on May 29th. It follows the title track “Never Ending Story” as the second video from the album. The music video follows a boy and a girl as they grow from childhood to adulthood....

Credit: JTBC Eight years after charming the nation with their heartwarming bond on the reality show Hyori’s Homestay , K-pop legends Lee Hyori and IU are now at the center of online rumors suggesting their famous friendship has ended. The speculation, which has been circulating for over a year, stems from a lack of public interaction between the two stars. Fans have pointed to several observations: IU is known for inviting close friends to her concerts, but Lee Hyori has not been spotted at any of her shows in recent years—even though IU has welcomed non-celebrity staff from Hyori’s Homestay ....