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Credit: Dispatch The notorious YouTuber behind the channel “Sojang,” known for her defamatory videos about celebrities, found herself in a humiliating chase with reporters. On May 27th, Seoul Central District Court held a trial for A, the operator of Sojang, who was charged with violating the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection (Defamation). A faced charges for damaging Kang Daniel’s reputation with a video titled “The Promiscuous Private Life of the Nation’s Boyfriend Actor-Idol,” released in 2022....

Credit: Seo Ye Ji, Kim Jung Hyun Instagram Cultural critic Ha Jae Geun has called out the entertainment industry’s double standards, pointing to how young female celebrities often face stricter scrutiny than their male counterparts, explicitly referencing the controversial case involving Seo Ye Ji and Kim Jung Hyun. In a YouTube video posted on the “View Port” channel on the 14th under the topic “How much right does the public have to know about celebrities’ private lives?...

Edited by Seo Hayne Translated by Yu Jin Kim Old-school hip-hop refers to the music style from the 1980s and 1990s when hip-hop first started to gain major attention. At first glance, it might seem to have little in common with K-pop. This style of music often makes listeners feel nostalgic as if longing for a place they’ve never been to, much like NCT 127’s recent title track “Walk” from their 6th full album....

Credit: Neflix Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars is officially back in production for Season 2—and returning with it is judge Paik Jong Won, whose recent controversies have put him in the public spotlight for all the wrong reasons. According to industry sources on April 3rd, filming for the new season quietly began, with Paik and fellow judge Anh Sung Jae both reprising their roles from last season. The scheduled release date is later this year....

Credit: Disney Plus Girls’ Generation’s Kwon Yuri and TV personality Dex are making headlines for their undeniable chemistry. On August 7th, Disney Plus released The Zone: Survival Mission Season 3 , featuring returning members Yoo Jae Suk and Kwon Yuri, with newcomers Kim Dong Hyun and Dex joining the team. The show pits them against extreme challenges, from surviving endless AI attacks to paying off a home loan, in a series of relatable, high-stakes missions....

Credit: Netflix, CAA Rumors that a Hollywood star would be joining the cast of Squid Game 3 had garnered a lot of interest from netizens. However, after one hour of the show premiering, fans have discovered who the actor is. Rumors that an Hollywood actor participated in the filming of Season 3 began soon after Season 2 was released. It was believed that Leonardo Dicaprio was set to star in the show....

Credit: MBN MBN released a new poster for its upcoming weekend miniseries, The Crown Prince Has Disappeared , featuring EXO’s Suho , Hong Ye Ji and Kim Min Kyu . EXO’s Suho’s New Period Drama Gets March Release Date: A Sneak Peek from the Table Read The Crown Prince Has Disappeared is a romantic comedy-drama that follows the chaotic events unfolding in the Joseon dynasty, after the crown prince gets kidnapped by his prospective bride ....

Credit: Byeon Woo Seok’s Instagram The first candid photos believed to be of Byeon Woo Seok on the set of 21st-Century Grand Prince’s Wife have surfaced online and are already a hot topic. In the fan-taken pictures, the actor was spotted wearing a striking, glossy white suit, looking every bit the part of a modern-day royal. Fan reactions to the photos were explosive. One netizen who shared the images wrote, “Prince Lee Ahn sighting from the night of the yacht I guess… omg”....

Credit: ACEMAKER Movieworks The upcoming film Wonderland has been generating buzz with its impressive lineup of top-tier actors, and the excitement has only escalated with the news of Gong Yoo ‘s special appearance. Directed by Kim Tae Yong, the film boasts a dream ensemble including Tang Wei , Suzy , Park Bo Gum , Jung Yu Mi , Choi Woo Sik , and more. Wonderland provides a narrative where the deceased can be revived through an AI-powered video call service....

Credit: W Korea Gong Yoo has shared a moving message of support for Sing Again 4 contestant No. 18, who recently performed in a wheelchair following a serious traffic accident. On October 22nd, the actor posted a screenshot from the JTBC show on his Instagram, writing, “I was shocked three times watching this. Once because I’ve met her before, once because of his heartbreaking story, and once because of how deeply her song ‘Truly’ moved me....

Credit: Showbox Ha Jung Woo is facing backlash after leaving a controversial comment on Instagram that many have called inappropriate and sexually suggestive. Recently, a screenshot began circulating online showing a reply the actor left on his own post. According to the capture, a fan had commented asking Ha Jung Woo to give them a nickname. In response, the actor wrote, “Choieumjae (meaning aphrodisiac).” This word in Korean refers broadly to any substance or agent that increases sexual desire—making it a jarring choice in a lighthearted fan interaction....

Credit: 9ato Entertainment Han So Hee is in talks to star in the Korean remake of The Intern. A representative from her agency, 9ato Entertainment, told Ilgan Sports on May 9 that The Intern is one of the projects she’s currently considering. The original The Intern , released in 2015 and directed by Nancy Meyers, tells the story of Jules Ostin (Anne Hathaway), a successful CEO in her 30s who hires 70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker (Robert De Niro) as a senior intern at her fast-growing online fashion company....

Credit: HYBE Labels HYBE is expanding its global reach with a new Latin boy group project. HYBE Latin America announced today that SANTOS BRAVOS , a reality series to form a new boy group in Mexico, will premiere in August. The show will feature 16 contestants from diverse backgrounds, including Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Peru, Spain and the United States, who all successfully passed the initial audition phase....

Credit: The Chosun Ilbo Bang Si Hyuk , the founder and chairman of K-pop powerhouse HYBE, has been barred from leaving South Korea. Yonhap News reported on October 1st that police have placed an exit ban on the executive, who is a suspect in an investigation into alleged violations of the Capital Markets Act. The investigation focuses on accusations that Bang misled HYBE investors in 2019 by claiming the company had no plans for an Initial Public Offering (IPO)....

Credit: iMBC, YTN Both Ryu Jun Yeol and Han So Hee ‘s representatives have chosen to remain silent regarding the recent dating rumors. Speaking to Maeil Daily today, a representative from Han So Hee’s agency, 9Ato Entertainment, confirmed, “It is true that she went on vacation to Hawaii with close friends. However, we have no further information beyond that. It is a private matter, so we kindly ask for your understanding....

Credit: Plus M Entertainment Ji Chang Wook ‘s agency has stepped in to address the so-called “Ji Chang Wook signature snatch” incident that recently went viral online. Credit: Online Community The agency went on to explain, “Although the notebook has been returned to its rightful owner, the actor couldn’t locate the fan who extended their hand in such confusion at the time,” asking for help in tracking down the fan or any witnesses....

Credit: ZAPZEE Jung So Min is set to make her romantic comedy comeback in the upcoming drama Would You Marry Me (literal title), with Choi Woo Shik in talks for the male lead. Multiple industry sources confirm that Jung So Min has been cast as the female lead in the new series, which follows the story of a fake married couple navigating their newlywed life. The project comes from veteran screenwriter Lee Ha Na, known for penning Rookie Cops and Cunning Single Lady ....

Credit: SBS In a recent episode of SBS’s variety show My Little Old Boy , the visit to Kim Hee Chul ‘s house by Lee Hong Gi and Jang Keun Suk stirred up a heartfelt discussion about marriage among the trio, known for their decade-long friendship under the playful moniker “Choco Balls,” an acronym (in Korean) for “a bit psycho but charming the more you see.” As the tour of Kim Hee Chul’s new abode unfolded, an unexpected find of women’s clothing led to a flurry of jokes about potential matching outfits, with Hee Chul humorously clarifying, “I bought long pants because square-cut briefs are uncomfortable,” a statement that Jang Keun Suk playfully dismissed as “a poor excuse....

Credit: Lee Sang Jin Instagram On the set of tvN’s hit drama Queen of Tears , the chemistry between leads Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won isn’t just for the cameras. Recently, supporting actor Lee Sang Jin shared a glimpse of the duo’s real-life rapport at a cast dinner, delighting fans with their off-screen camaraderie. Lee took to social media to post about the gathering, writing, “Baekhong and the Queens’ secretarial team dinner....

Credit: Disney Plus Production of Disney Plus original series Knock-Off has come to a complete halt following the ongoing controversy surrounding Kim Soo Hyun . The cast and crew were recently informed that filming has been suspended indefinitely, according to a report by SPOTV News on April 23rd. This comes after the platform had already announced a delay in the series’ release, citing a need for “careful consideration” before proceeding....