Credit: tvN The actress first shared that she debuted through a school uniform modeling contest at 17. She won the grand prize, which eventually led to her appearance in Soonpoong Clinic the following year. She revealed, “My friend and I submitted a photo we took on a picnic. The next day, my name wasn’t on the list of finalists, so I thought I didn’t make it. Later, I received a call....
Credit: Youtube Channel TEO Song Joong Ki shared sweet details about his kids’ looks and personality. A video titled “ My father growls, growls, growls | EP.72 Song Joong Ki & Lee Hee Joon | Salon Drip 2 ” dropped on the THEO channel on January 7th, and fans couldn’t get enough of Song Joong Ki’s adorable family stories. The Bogota: City of the Lost stars Song Joong Ki and Lee Hee Joon appeared on the show to chat about their upcoming film, share behind-the-scenes stories and clear up a few rumors....
Credit: SM Entertainment Rookie idols emerge in large numbers every year, and it is very hard to keep up with the most promising ones. Groups and generative AI are now the future of music today. For big fans of BTS and BLACKPINK, it’s time to meet a few rising idols expected to do well in 2025. From RIIZE to aespa’s Naevis, prepare to be blown away by the new talent....
The year 2025 has arrived, offering a chance to reflect on the actors who made a significant impact in 2024. Instead of focusing solely on ratings or box office numbers, this analysis examines actors’ rankings based on ‘brand reputation’ (compiled by the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute) and ‘FunDex’ (compiled by Good Data Corporation), which measure buzzworthiness through big data. The analysis draws from the monthly brand reputation rankings and the results of the 2024 FunDex Awards....
Credit: YouTube “Jennierubyjane Official” BLACKPINK’s Jennie has stirred up quite the controversy online. What started as accusations of indoor smoking has spiraled into a broader debate about her character, with fans expressing their disappointment loudly. On July 2nd, Jennie released a new episode on her personal YouTube channel titled “A Moment in Capri with Jennie.” The vlog, filmed during her trip to Capri, Italy, included behind-the-scenes footage of Jennie surrounded by staff while getting her hair and makeup done....
Drama Ranking for 4th Week of July SBS’s Good Partner has secured the top spot for the second consecutive week. Despite tackling the familiar theme of infidelity, the show’s brisk pacing, engaging characters, and stellar performances have driven its popularity. However, P.O.’s underwhelming acting and an unconvincing romance have been points of contention. Good Partner is on hiatus until August 10th. Debuting at second place is tvN’s Serendipity’s Embrace ....
Drama Ranking for 3rd Week of April Two tvN series continue to lead the pack, holding the top two spots respectively. Queen of Tears has impressively maintained its number-one position for seven consecutive weeks, while Lovely Runner has secured the second spot for the second straight week. The lead actors of both series—Kim Soo Hyun, Kim Ji Won, Byeon Woo Seok, and Kim Hye Yoon—have dominated the top four spots in the cast rankings, unchanged from last week....
Credit: TVING TVING original series The Queen Woo is set to premiere Part 1 on August 29th. The show follows Queen Woo, who becomes the target of rival princes and five tribes vying for power after the sudden death of the king. With only 24 hours to establish a new king, she must fight to secure the throne. As tensions rise and characters clash to achieve their goals, here are some key points to look out for that will enhance your viewing experience....
Credit: iMBC Roh Yoon Seo ‘s agency has released a statement regarding her possible appearance in Netflix series All of Us Are Dead Season 2 . On January 31, a representative from Roh Yoon Seo’s agency MAA told X Sports News that a decision regarding her participation in Season 2 of All of Us Are Dead has not been made yet. All of Us Are Dead is about a group of students trapped in their school during a zombie virus outbreak....
Credit: KBS The wait is over! After much anticipation, the results are out and all The Winners Of The 3rd Blue Dragon Series Awards have been revealed. On July 19th, 2024, the 3rd Blue Dragon Series Awards, which recognizes and honors the talents of the best streaming service shows, music, and movies, was broadcasted, The event was chock-full of talented celebrities and many deserving nominees made it to the stage....
Credit: SBS In the upcoming premiere of SBS’s new variety show, Whenever There’s a Chance (literal title), Yoo Jae Suk playfully called out Lee Kwang Soo for what he referred to as “love marketing,” relating to his recent trip to Japan with his girlfriend Lee Sun Bin . The show, which debuts on the 23rd, features Yoo Jae Suk and Yoo Yeon Seok as co-hosts and aims to deliver happiness in the fleeting moments of everyday life....
Credit: CJ ENM CJ ENM, Korea’s powerhouse studio behind global hits like Parasite, has been dealt another devastating blow at the box office. Its latest comedy Pretty Crazy , released August 13th, drew only 390,000 admissions, far below its break-even point of 1.7 million. The result is especially bruising when compared with competitor NEW’s zombie comedy My Daughter Is a Zombie , which has soared past 5 million admissions. The contrast has rattled CJ ENM, once known as the “cultural juggernaut” of Korea’s film industry, and led to a shake-up in its film division leadership....
Credit: Netflix Netflix has dropped the main poster and trailer for its upcoming romantic comedy Can This Love Be Translated? —and it’s all about love getting lost (and found) in translation. The series pairs Ju Ho Jin, a world-class interpreter who speaks multiple languages, with Cha Mu Hee, a global superstar who turns his carefully ordered life upside down. The newly released poster sells the vibe instantly: Ju Ho Jin ( Kim Seon Ho ) and Cha Mu Hee ( Go Youn Jung ) locked in a soft, swoony stare, set against a romantic Italian street....
Credit: TVING TVING has locked in November for the release of its new original series Dear X , a haunting, high-gloss descent into the depths of ambition, betrayal, and ruinous love. Dear X follows Baek Ah Jin ( Kim Yoo Jung ), a woman who wears a mask to escape her personal hell and rise to the top—leaving behind a trail of crushed “exes” along the way. It’s the story of her glamorous yet destructive fall from grace, and the man who chooses to walk through hell to protect her: Yoon Joon Seo ( Kim Young Dae )....
Credit: Newsis Song Ha Yoon ‘s representatives have strongly refuted recent allegations of school violence made against her. Yesterday, a JTBC program detailed accusations of school violence from 20 years ago, involving an anonymous actress referred to as “S.” In the documentary, an alleged former classmate of S came forward, claiming he was slapped by her for 90 minutes on school grounds. He stated that whenever he tried to stop the assault, she would say “put your hand down” and continue the attack....
Credit: Choi Sihun Instagram Choi Sihun, who gained great popularity at home and abroad through Netflix’s Single’s �Inferno , was reportedly cast in the new Watcha exclusive BL series The New Employee (literal title). The New Employee depicts the office romance between Jong Chan, the workaholic team leader, and new intern Seung Hyun. It’s based on the web novel released in 2016. The work became a hot topic for its realistic portrayal of office romance, and in 2022, it got a webtoon remake, which won the best webtoon award at Ridi’s BL contest....
Credit: ZEN Stars Squid Game 2 actress Lee Joo Shil has passed away at the age of 81. Her agency, 1230 Culture, confirmed the news that the actress passed away on the morning of February 2nd due to stomach cancer. According to the agency, her health began to decline about three months ago, leading to a hospital visit where she was diagnosed with stomach cancer. She suffered a cardiac arrest that morning and was taken to the Catholic University of Korea Uijeongbu St....
Credit: Netflix With the global premiere just weeks away, Netflix’s Squid Game Season 3 has released a batch of behind-the-scenes stills—featuring director Hwang Dong Hyuk in action and a first look at the dramatically reimagined VIP room set. Originally launched in 2021, Squid Game shocked the world with its chilling take on childhood games turned deadly. The dystopian series introduced a brutal survival contest where contestants risk their lives for a 45....
Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus’s original series The Impossible Heir has taken the world by storm, particularly with episodes 5 and 6, which dramatically shift the narrative, causing global viewers to be deeply engrossed. In episode 5, a heated confrontation between Han Tae Oh ( Lee Jae Wook ) and Kang In Ha ( Lee Jun Young ) over the sale negotiations of Kangoh Techworks, under the orders of Chairman Kang Jung Mo (Choi Jin Ho), captured viewers’ attention....
Credit: Netflix It seems K-Dramas centered around wholesome relationships and charming romance have been the it genre for most of 2024. However, if you’re looking for a battered romance dynamic with more trauma dumping and characters fighting through realistic issues, The Trunk will be up your cup of tea. Released on November 29th, the Netflix series revolves around the secrets of an eccentric contract marriage service made public after a mysterious trunk linked to someone’s murder was found floating by a lakeshore....
