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IU opens official communication channel ‘BERRYZ’ with global fans… Large-scale fan event to be held in celebration of her birthday.
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IU opens official communication channel ‘BERRYZ’ with global fans… Large-scale fan event to be held in celebration of her birthday.

Singer and actress IU has officially opened a new communication platform for global fans called 'Berriz' through Kakao Entertainment. IU has expanded her fandom globally with a large-scale world tour last year and the Netflix series 'Persona' receiving high praise. With the opening of the official fan community this time, records from the existing fan cafe 'From. IU' will also be transferred, aiming to start a new chapter. Within Berriz, a special space for 'Uaena 8th Gen' has been prepared, where fans can enjoy exclusive content such as videos and images. IU is celebrating her birthday with various events, opening a cafe for fans offline, and preparing special gifts. Kakao Entertainment plans to continue various attempts to allow various artists and content IPs to be enjoyed by global fan...
Rookie artist Shin Ye-eun successfully wraps up her first fan meeting in Taiwan… Special time with fans.
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Rookie artist Shin Ye-eun successfully wraps up her first fan meeting in Taiwan… Special time with fans.

Shin Ye Eun spent a meaningful time with fans in Taiwan. At the first fan meeting held in Taipei on the 10th, she had a fulfilling time filled with diverse communication with fans. During this fan meeting, Shin Ye Eun shared her thoughts and recent activities with fans, enriched the performance with behind-the-scenes talks of her works, profile rewrites, and a K-POP dance challenge. Furthermore, her lively and lovely charm and singing skills shone on stage, receiving enthusiastic responses from fans. At the end of the fan meeting, she read a heartfelt letter to the fans, creating an even warmer atmosphere, and expressed her affection for the fans by making eye contact, greeting each fan, and delivering special gifts. Shin Ye Eun has gained great popularity in Taiwan through her activities...
Singer Kim Dahyun’s shocking transformation photoshoot has been revealed.
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Singer Kim Dahyun’s shocking transformation photoshoot has been revealed.

Singer Kim Dahyun's stunning transformation is captured in a photo shoot that has been revealed. Ahead of her upcoming new activities and song release on the 19th, Kim Dahyun unveiled the album jacket photo on the 13th, drawing fans' attention. In the photos, Kim Dahyun showcased a new charm with a short haircut and stylish fashion. With a short hairstyle, she surprised fans with a sophisticated vibe, adding a completely different charm from her previous image. Her fashion style also caught the eye, from elaborate feathers and three-dimensional floral details to a formal yet neat impression with a white shirt and black tie. Through this shoot, Kim Dahyun exuded a professional atmosphere and heightened curiosity about the concept of her new song. Kim Dahyun is set to release a trot dance so...
Lee Dohyun, completion of service in Air Force Band… Proven talent returns as a ‘ten million actor’
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Lee Dohyun, completion of service in Air Force Band… Proven talent returns as a ‘ten million actor’

After completing his military service of approximately 21 months, Lee Do-hyun returned with the title of 'Ten Million Actor' by successfully completing his full-term discharge from the Air Force Military Band. Lee Do-hyun enlisted in the training center on August 14, 2023, completed basic military training, and faithfully fulfilled his national defense duties in the military band. During his military service, he attracted 11.91 million viewers with his screen debut film 'The Book of Fish,' earning the title of 'Ten Million Actor' and winning the Best New Actor award at the '60th Baeksang Arts Awards.' Additionally, he showcased various talents in works such as 'Im Jae, Soon to Die' and 'Sweet Home Season 3.' Since his debut in tvN's 'Prison Playbook,' Lee Do-hyun has been actively engaged ...
The return of the global K-POP brand… SMTOWN LIVE, a 4-hour extravaganza that captured the hearts of North American fans.
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The return of the global K-POP brand… SMTOWN LIVE, a 4-hour extravaganza that captured the hearts of North American fans.

SM Entertainment (hereinafter SM) successfully wrapped up its global concert brand 'SMTOWN LIVE' in Mexico City and LA. 'SMTOWN LIVE 2025' kicked off on the 9th in Mexico City at Estadio GNP Seguros and on the 11th in LA at Dignity Health Sports Park, marking the beginning of the global tour. The vibrant stage, where diverse music and performances of SM artists came together, captivated the global audience. This performance, commemorating SM's 30th anniversary, was the first SMTOWN LIVE held in Mexico and the first in LA in about 15 years, drawing attention from local fans and filling the venue with pink hues. Artists such as TVXQ, Super Junior, SHINee (Key, Minho), EXO (Suho, Chanyeol, Kai), Red Velvet (Irene, Seulgi, Joy), NCT 127, NCT DREAM, WayV, aespa, RYEOWOOK, NCT WISH, HATFELT, DEA...
So Ji-sub makes action comeback in 13 years with ‘Gwangjang’… A man wielding a baseball bat seeks brutal revenge.
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So Ji-sub makes action comeback in 13 years with ‘Gwangjang’… A man wielding a baseball bat seeks brutal revenge.

The character still of So Ji-sub in the Netflix series 'Gwangjang' has been revealed, generating buzz as So Ji-sub returns to action after about 13 years. 'Gwangjang' is an action drama where the character Kijun (played by So Ji-sub) leaves the Gwangjang world after cutting the Achilles tendon and returns after 11 years to uncover the mastermind behind his brother's death for revenge, sparking anticipation for Kijun's past and future journey. So Ji-sub is gathering attention with his return to action after about 13 years since 'Company Man,' raising expectations due to his emotional depth and charisma. 'Gwangjang' is set to be released on Netflix on June 6th.
Jeong Kyungho: “If it weren’t for Choi Sooyoung, I might have collapsed as an actor”… Deep trust and confession.
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Jeong Kyungho: “If it weren’t for Choi Sooyoung, I might have collapsed as an actor”… Deep trust and confession.

In a recent interview, Jung Kyung-ho made an honest confession about his acting experience and the trust he has as an actor. Jung Kyung-ho said that without Choi Soo-young, he might have collapsed as an actor. In response, Shin Dong-yeop expressed deep empathy for Jung Kyung-ho's confession and also shared his own experience regarding opposition from Jung Kyung-ho's parents.
After leaving his wife Seo Hee Won, Gu Jun Yeop’s gloomy situation… His mother-in-law’s touching message “Growing weary from longing as time goes by”
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After leaving his wife Seo Hee Won, Gu Jun Yeop’s gloomy situation… His mother-in-law’s touching message “Growing weary from longing as time goes by”

Singer Gu Jun-yeop (55) recently revealed his current situation following the sudden passing of his wife, Seo Hee-won, earlier this year. Seo Hee-won's mother posted a lengthy message on social media along with family photos. The message included a somewhat haggard-looking Gu Jun-yeop wearing a hat, and Seo Hee-won's mother mentioned that Gu Jun-yeop misses Hee-won dearly and that his other son-in-law, Mike, always takes good care of her. Many celebrities and the public are remembering Hee-won, and the mother expressed gratitude for the warm support she has received. Gu Jun-yeop is suffering from somatization disorder due to excessive stress, resulting in a 12kg weight loss. The post also included a detailed explanation of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy and its treatment. Experts' opinions on th...
“After completing the 10K race, Hyeri shares heartfelt thoughts: ‘JUST DO IT’… ‘A moment of unforgettable solidarity in a lifetime.'”
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“After completing the 10K race, Hyeri shares heartfelt thoughts: ‘JUST DO IT’… ‘A moment of unforgettable solidarity in a lifetime.'”

After completing the 10K race, Hye-ri shared her heartfelt thoughts. She revealed that she had collapsed from exhaustion due to the aftereffects for a day before regaining consciousness. She also expressed her joy and gratitude for finishing the 10K, sharing her experience of realizing the happiness of running. Hye-ri conveyed her gratitude to her partner and team members who had prepared for the competition for 10 months, stating that she would never forget the experience of running with 7,000 female runners. Finally, she concluded her post with the message of "JUST DO IT!"
The movie ‘Night in Paradise’ surpasses 3 million views in just 27 days after its release, breaking the record for the highest box office performance by a Korean film this year.
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The movie ‘Night in Paradise’ surpasses 3 million views in just 27 days after its release, breaking the record for the highest box office performance by a Korean film this year.

The movie 'Night in Paradise' surpassed 3 million viewers in just 27 days since its release, setting a new record for the highest box office performance this year. 'Night in Paradise' is a crime action film that deals with the drug underworld in South Korea, telling a story where a broker, a prosecutor, and a detective become entangled with different purposes. The film continued to be a box office hit after its release, quickly surpassing 3 million viewers at a pace faster than 'Midnight Runners,' claiming the top spot in the Korean box office rankings. As a result, 'Night in Paradise' has solidified its position as the powerhouse of the theaters this year.