Jennie Says She Wouldn’T Do Blackpink Again In Another Life, While ‘Ruby’ Earns Grammy Praise

Credit: YouTube Channel Fairy Jaehyung BLACKPINK’s Jennie she candidly reflected on her years as a trainee and the struggles she faced before debuting as part of the global K-pop sensation on the March 9th episode of YouTube show Fairy Jaehyung . Jennie revealed that she gave up studying abroad in the United States at 14 to join YG Entertainment, where she trained for six years before debuting with BLACKPINK in 2016....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 408 words · Joseph Berman

Ji Chang Wook And Do Kyung Soo’S ‘The Manipulated’ Races To No. 2 Worldwide On Disney Plus

Credit: Disney Disney Plus’s original series The Manipulated continues its unstoppable global rise, ranking No. 2 worldwide on the Disney+ section of FlixPatrol as of November 23rd, while holding the No. 1 spot in Korea and Taiwan for 17 consecutive days. Following the release of Episodes 7 and 8 on November 19th, the series has been generating explosive momentum. According to FlixPatrol, The Manipulated currently sits at No. 2 on the Disney+ TOP 10 TV Shows worldwide, and alongside Korea and Taiwan’s 17-day streak at No....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 305 words · John Cook

Ji Chang Wook Says ‘No One Could Play A Gumiho Better Than Jun Ji Hyun’ Ahead Of New Rom

Credit: Disney Plus Ji Chang Wook is already hyping up his next project—a fantasy romantic comedy with none other than Jun Ji Hyun, whom he calls the perfect actor to play a seductive, 2,000-year-old gumiho. During an interview done on the 11th for his Disney Plus series The Manipulated , Ji Chang Wook spoke about teaming up with Jun Ji Hyun again for their upcoming drama Human x Gumiho (literal title)....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 329 words · Richard Wood

Ji Chang Wook Under Fire For Smoking On Set + Fans Demand Legal Punishment After His Apology

Credit: JTBC Ji Chang Wook , the famous actor known for dramas such as ‘The K2’ and who now gained more popularity for his recent appearance in Welcome To Samdalri , has faced severe criticism and controversy surrounding his behind-the-scenes content video after being released from the popular drama on JTBC during the Lunar New Year. As of February 10th, Ji Chang Wook has been in the hot seat after cutscenes revealed the actor was seen smoking indoors while rehearsing in a room with actors Shin Hye Sun, Lee Jae Won, Bae Myung Jin, and more of the cast and crew....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 383 words · Michael Bender

Ju Ji Hoon And Ha Ji Won To Lead Power

Credit: Blitzway Entertainment, Haewadal, SUBLIME, Prain TPC, GHOST STUDIO Ju Ji Hoon and Ha Ji Won are set to team up for the upcoming series Climax . Genie TV announced on the 24th that the new original drama will premiere as ENA’s Monday–Tuesday series in the first half of 2026. Climax follows prosecutor Bang Tae Seop, a man who dives headfirst into Korea’s power cartel in his quest to climb to the very top—setting off a brutal survival game among the elite....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 368 words · Leroy Dolan

Jun Ji Hyun Scores $5 Million Profit On Strategic Real Estate Investment

Credit: Jun Ji Hyun Instagram Jun Ji Hyun has secured approximately 5 billion KRW (about 3.4 million USD) in market value gains through a savvy building investment. According to News1 on the 2nd, the actress purchased a three-story building near the Gangso-gu Office intersection along Airport Road in February 2022 under her own name for 50.5 billion KRW (35 million USD). The structure, built in 2019, sits on 2,839 square meters of land and is currently estimated to be worth around 55....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 283 words · Tressa Brown

Jung Hae In And Jung So Min Heads To Bali Together, Dating Rumors Emerge

Credit: Mindmark, FNC Entertainment Jung Hae In and Jung So Min are heading to Bali together. The two actors will be departing for Bali on August 24th for a photo shoot for a fashion magazine. Jung Hae In and Jung So Min are currently starring in tvN’s Love Next Door together. They will be traveling overseas together for the photoshoot, just a week before the drama ends. With Love Next Door achieving ratings in the 4-6% range and the drama’s somewhat lukewarm popularity, it’s unusual in the industry for the actors to be taking on a special photoshoot schedule overseas, even if it’s not a reward vacation....

January 26, 2026 · 1 min · 190 words · Fred Huber

Jungkook And Cha Eun Woo Send Tiktok Into Meltdown With Surprise Reunion

Credit: Fantagio, Big Hit Music When two of K-pop’s most iconic 97-liners team up for a TikTok challenge, the internet is bound to erupt—and Jungkook and Cha Eun Woo delivered exactly that. Cha Eun Woo made an unexpected on-screen appearance during his military service, dropping a TikTok with BTS’s Jungkook that immediately set social platforms ablaze. The duo danced to Cha Eun Woo’s latest track, “Saturday Preacher,” before trading a playful salute—Jungkook in a casual hoodie and beanie, Cha Eun Woo in full military uniform....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 264 words · Lucille White

Kim Dong Wook And Stella Kim Expecting First Child

Credit: Disney Kim Dong Wook has shared the joyful news that he is expecting his first child. His agency, Studio Yoohoo, confirmed to Edaily on November 24th that Kim Dong Wook and his wife are expecting their first child. “The baby is due early next year,” they added. This announcement comes nearly two years after the couple tied the knot in 2023. Kim Dong Wook’s wife is Stella Kim, a former SM Entertainment trainee who was alongside the members of Girls’ Generation....

January 26, 2026 · 1 min · 171 words · Lucy Lona

Kim Ji Seok And Lee Ju Myoung Spotted On Romantic Hawaii Vacation

Credit: Online Community Celebrity couple Kim Ji Seok and Lee Joo Myoung were recently spotted by fans enjoying a romantic vacation together in Hawaii. On Saturday, a social media user posted photos of the pair on a street in Hawaii, describing them as casually dressed and relaxed while on a date at what appeared to be a shopping center. The pictures captured the couple walking arm-in-arm. Credit: Online Community The fan who uploaded the photos wrote, “Kim Ji Seok’s looks are undeniable, and his girlfriend is stunning with an amazing physique—tall and beautiful....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 265 words · Nicholas Sullivan

Kim Jong Kook Shocks Fans With Sudden Marriage Announcement

Credit: TURBO JK Company Kim Jong Kook has announced his marriage. He shared the surprising news himself in a heartfelt letter posted to his official fan site on Monday morning. “I’m getting married,” he began, acknowledging that the news might be sudden for his followers. “I did try to subtly hint at it, but I’m sure many of you will still be surprised.” Kim Jong Kook explained that the wedding will be a small, private ceremony held “in the near future” with only family and close friends attending....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 421 words · Tracy Dykes

Kim Jung Hyun Apologized To Seohyun? Leaked 2024 Kbs Drama Awards Speech Reveals Shocking Moment

Credit: MBC A recent online community post revealed that Kim Jung Hyun indirectly apologized to Seohyun during his acceptance speech at the 2024 KBS Drama Awards. According to the post, Kim Jung Hyun said, “My heart has always felt heavy while working,” adding, “I really wanted to apologize.” He then bowed his head in a gesture of remorse. The specific award he received also drew attention. Kim Jung Hyun delivered an outstanding performance as Seo Kang Ju in KBS2TV’s Iron Family this year....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 385 words · Beverly Wells

Kim Sae Ron And Kim Soo Hyun’S Instagram Buzz Revisits Her Past Interview

Credit: Newsis, Kim Sae Ron Instagram On March 24th, Kim Sae Ron momentarily stirred the pot of curiosity among netizens by posting—and then quickly deleting—a cozy selfie with Kim Soo Hyun on her Instagram story. This incident also brought to light an interview Kim Sae Ron gave in February 2017, where she expressed a long-standing interest in working with Kim Soo Hyun. When asked about her desire to venture into romantic comedies and if she had any preferred co-star in mind, she replied, “I haven’t really thought about it specifically for a rom-com, but ever since I was younger, I always mentioned wanting to meet Kim Soo Hyun as an actor....

January 26, 2026 · 1 min · 200 words · Paul Dotson

Kim Seon Ho Explains Why He Missed Shin Mina’S Wedding

Credit: Netflix Kim Seon Ho congratulated Shin Mina on her recent marriage. They starred together in Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha five years ago. In an interview on January 22 about his new Netflix series Can This Love Be Translated? , Kim Seon Ho shared why he returned to romantic comedies after five years. He said, “I didn’t pick this drama just because it’s a romantic comedy. The script felt like something I could do well and wanted to challenge myself with....

January 26, 2026 · 1 min · 212 words · William Downing

Kim Soo Hyun And I.O.I’S Lim Nayoung Spark Dating Rumors At Music Festival: Actor’S Agency Denies

Credit: Online Comunity Kim Soo Hyun and former IOI member turned actress Lim Nayoung were spotted sharing a close moment at a music festival in Incheon, sparking dating rumors. On the 10th, international media outlet ET Today reported on the alleged romance between Kim Soo Hyun and Lim Nayoung. The duo was seen at the 2024 Ultra Music Festival Korea on the 7th. Their presence captivated the audience, with many capturing and sharing videos on social media....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 219 words · Guadalupe Warner

Kim Soo Hyun Fever Sweeps Japan: Fan Meetings Sell Out, Legendary Talk Show Invites Him

Credit: GOLDMEDALIST Kim Soo Hyun continues to captivate audiences in Japan. His fan meetings at PIA ARENA on June 22 and 23 were completely sold out, demonstrating his strong connection with Japanese fans. Further solidifying his popularity, Kim Soo Hyun’s drama Queen of Tears was featured on Fuji TV’s morning program Mezamashi TV on June 26. The show highlighted the drama’s impressive viewership ratings in Korea and its success in Japan....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 275 words · Carter Miller

Kim Soo Hyun Is Ready To Make You Swoon With His Perfect Visuals In ‘Queen Of Tears’

Credit: tvN tvN’s upcoming weekend drama Queen of Tears is already stirring excitement among fans, particularly with Kim Soo Hyun ‘s dashing suit fit. In this anticipated series, Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won bring to life a love story filled with crises and miraculous new beginnings, portraying a couple three years into their marriage. In Queen of Tears , Kim Soo Hyun embodies the role of Baek Hyun Woo, the legal advisor for Queens Group and husband to the “department store queen,” Hong Hae In, played by Kim Ji Won ....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 268 words · Greg Robertson

Kim Soo Hyun’S Attorney Says Photo With Late Kim Sae Ron Was Taken In 2020, Not 2016

Credit: Jo Malone, Kim Sae Ron Instagram Kim Soo Hyun ’s legal team has clarified the timeline of a widely discussed photo involving the late actress Kim Sae Ron , disputing allegations of an underage relationship. Attorney Ko Sang Rok, who represents Kim in his criminal case, issued a statement on September 30th addressing the controversy. According to Ko, the photo Kim Sae Ron posted and deleted right after during the height of Queen of Tears ’ popularity—showing her and Kim Soo Hyun cheek-to-cheek—was taken in late February 2020, when Kim Sae Ron was a sophomore in college, not in 2016 as previously claimed....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 364 words · Walter Boyette

Kim Tae Ri And Hong Kyung Explore Love, Loss And Voice Acting In Netflix’S ‘Lost In Starlight’

Credit: Netflix Netflix has released a behind-the-scenes Q&A with stars Kim Tae Ri and Hong Kyung , the voices behind Lost in Starlight —its first-ever Korean animated feature. In the interview, Kim Tae Ri shared what drew her to the project: “The script and the narrations were so beautiful. Reading them made my heart flutter. Just imagining myself performing those lines made me excited.” When asked about her character, Nan Yeong, Kim pointed to her quiet strength....

January 26, 2026 · 3 min · 427 words · Tanesha Guy

Koo Jun Yup And Barbie Hsu’S First Tv Encounter Rewatched By Grieving Fans From Both Countries

Credit: YouTube “100% Entertainment” As the heartbreaking love story of Koo Jun Yup and late Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu continues to move fans, their first encounter from two decades ago has resurfaced, drawing renewed attention. The footage captures the palpable chemistry between the two stars. Hsu greets Koo in Korean, saying “Hello, oh you’re handsome,” to which Koo responds with “Xie xie (Thank you)” in Mandarin. When Hsu’s younger sister Dee Hsu asks about his ideal type, Koo replies, “I hope we can connect on an emotional level, and I’d like someone sophisticated....

January 26, 2026 · 2 min · 245 words · William Littles