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The trend of Korean dramas changed by Netflix.
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The trend of Korean dramas changed by Netflix.

The impact of Netflix on the Korean drama industry is being widely discussed. The appearance fees for lead actors have sharply increased to the range of 300 to 500 million Korean won, leading domestic OTT companies to reduce the number of movie and drama productions due to the burden of production costs. Meanwhile, Netflix recorded close to 900 billion won in revenue last year, with a corporate tax of only 1.3 billion won. With the success of Korean dramas like "Hospital Playlist" and "Squid Game," Netflix's performance has risen, while domestic OTT companies have reported deficits. Netflix has achieved global success with original dramas and the hit series "Squid Game," surpassing 14 million Monthly Active Users (MAU) in South Korea. The public, industry, and experts are discussing the re...
Kim Ji-won, from ‘Queen of Tears’ to ‘Brand Goddess,’ reaches the peak of her career.
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Kim Ji-won, from ‘Queen of Tears’ to ‘Brand Goddess,’ reaches the peak of her career.

Kim Ji-won has been selected as a model for a jewelry brand's 2025 summer campaign, and her pictorial has been revealed. In the pictorial, Kim Ji-won is wearing a form-fitting off-shoulder dress, exuding a seductive charm with a haughty expression like a goddess. This has garnered attention as her acting skills and aura harmonize well with the image of the jewelry brand. Kim Ji-won made her debut in the entertainment industry in 2010 with a commercial, and since then, she has solidified her position as a trusted actress through appearances in dramas and movies such as "High Kick! Revenge of the Short Legged", "The Heirs", "Descendants of the Sun", "Fight for My Way", "Mr. Sunshine", and "Arthdal Chronicles". Particularly, she received much love last year as the "Queen of Tears", and she is...
Returning with ‘Taxi Driver 3’, Pyo Ye Jin appears in music videos and dramas…

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Returning with ‘Taxi Driver 3’, Pyo Ye Jin appears in music videos and dramas… (Note: Please use the commonly used spelling in English for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.)

Singer Kim Nayoung's new song 'Only You Know' music video featuring Pyo Yejin is receiving attention. In the music video, Pyo Yejin captivated viewers with her lovely short hair and freckles, adding a heart-fluttering visual, and smoothly conveyed the emotions of the song with her sensitive and delicate acting. The combination of Pyo Yejin's gaze and singing has been met with enthusiastic responses from the public. Additionally, behind-the-scenes photos of Pyo Yejin's music video released by her agency Secret Entertainment are also gathering interest. Pyo Yejin recently announced her appearance on SBS's 'Taxi Driver 3' and hinted at active promotions, where she will play the role of Ahn Goeun and showcase a delightful, refreshing, and exhilarating performance. Anticipation is high for Pyo ...
Oh My Girl’s Yubin joins the global immersive performance ‘Puella Magi Avem’…
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Oh My Girl’s Yubin joins the global immersive performance ‘Puella Magi Avem’…

Oh My Girl member Yubin successfully completed her first performance as a special guest for '2025 Fuertza Bruta: AVE' in Seoul. Yubin took to the stage as a special guest at the immersive performance '2025 Fuertza Bruta: AVE - Seoul' held at the FB Theater in Seongdong-gu, Seoul on the 3rd. On that day, Yubin captivated the audience with her unique emotional expression and stage presence, maximizing the immersion of the performance and receiving enthusiastic responses. '2025 Fuertza Bruta: AVE' is the latest installment of the immersive performance series 'Fuertza Bruta,' which has captivated 6.8 million viewers worldwide. As Oh My Girl celebrates their 10th debut anniversary this year with activities such as the release of the commemorative single 'Oh My' and a solo concert, anticipation ...
Yoon Il-sang: “Contracts are no joke”…
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Yoon Il-sang: “Contracts are no joke”…

Composer and producer Yoon Ilsang expressed his honest thoughts regarding the legal dispute between the group Newkidd and their agency, ADOY. On the 2nd, Yoon Ilsang asked for his opinion on the 'Newkidd situation' on his YouTube channel, stating, "Contracts are not a joke," and criticizing, "If you love an artist, you shouldn't expose them to danger. That is not true love." He added, "It's heartbreaking. The members may regret it in the future. I don't know now," and expressed his thoughts that "It seems like those adults next to them should have helped, but instead of handling the future of those friends (Newkidd) for their own benefit." Yoon Ilsang said, "'Production' is a human business," and mentioned, "It implies taking responsibility for that person's life, but because it is for pro...
‘Living Alone’ Joy Confesses Her Excitement to Giani84…

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‘Living Alone’ Joy Confesses Her Excitement to Giani84… Note: Please use the commonly used spelling in English for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.

In the MBC entertainment program 'I Live Alone,' a love line (?) has formed between Joy and Giani84. In the episode aired on the 2nd, Park Na-rae was shown visiting a hair loss specialist. After receiving a diagnosis for hair loss, Park Na-rae visited Giani84's studio, and Joy, who was watching, blushed with excitement. Their agency seniors and Jeon Hyun-moo also reacted, creating a cheerful atmosphere. Giani84 showed a warm side during Park Na-rae's first visit, and a sincere conversation unfolded between the two. Joy admired this moment and elicited a positive response from fans. The relationship between Joy and Giani84 became a hot topic after this episode, and fans and interested parties are looking forward to their reactions.
‘Jam Jam’ Hee Yul transitions to a content planner and YouTuber…
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‘Jam Jam’ Hee Yul transitions to a content planner and YouTuber…

Singer Moon Hee-joon's daughter, Hee-yul, has signed an exclusive contract for YouTube activities and has officially started her content creation. Hee-yul has been gaining attention by posting new content on her YouTube channel 'Fun House.' Moon Hee-joon and his wife, So-yul, visited Hee-yul's YouTube agency, showing a happy family appearance. Hee-yul is actively participating in planning meetings, expressing her opinions on the direction of YouTube content, and preparing for new challenges. During the contract drafting process, Hee-yul showed responsibility by personally writing and signing her content list. The public and fans have responded positively to Hee-yul's new challenge. Through this contract, Hee-yul will be fully engaged in producing YouTube content, attracting the interest an...
(G)I-DLE to hold ‘(G)EXHIBITION’… Wrapping up 7 years of journey
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(G)I-DLE to hold ‘(G)EXHIBITION’… Wrapping up 7 years of journey

Cube Entertainment recently held '(G) EXHIBITION' at a studio located in Seongdong-gu, Seoul. The event ran from noon to 8 p.m. in a total of 7 sessions, attracting numerous fans on-site. The exhibition was themed around the transition of the group name from (G)I-DLE to i-dle and bidding farewell to the 'G', as showcased in the 'for G' video. Attendees wore black robes and explored sections such as the i-dle zone, listening zone, historical zone, message zone, and MD zone. Starting with a space where fans could leave messages on walls symbolizing the group's journey, the exhibition progressed to the i-dle zone staged as an object from the 'for G' video, along with the G zone where fans could listen to some tracks from the group's mini 8th album, creating a meaningful experience for the fan...
Kim Ji-yeon, a powerful presence as the elegant court lady in ‘The Red Sleeve’… Traces of effort behind the scenes.
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Kim Ji-yeon, a powerful presence as the elegant court lady in ‘The Red Sleeve’… Traces of effort behind the scenes.

In the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'The King's Affection,' Kim Ji-yeon has completely transformed into a court lady. Today (3rd), Kim Ji-yeon's agency King Kong by Starship released behind-the-scenes photos from the filming set. Kim Ji-yeon captivated viewers with her delicate visuals in the role of Yeorie. Additionally, she portrayed a strong gaze as a court lady and worked hard to act out scenes of exorcising evil spirits. Kim Ji-yeon boasts a high synchronization rate with her court lady character, adding a unique charm to 'The King's Affection.' The 6th episode of 'The King's Affection,' starring Kim Ji-yeon, Yook Sung-jae, Kim Ji-hoon, and others, will air tonight (3rd) at 9:55 p.m. on SBS.
Singer IU became the protagonist of the fairy tale for Children’s Day.
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Singer IU became the protagonist of the fairy tale for Children’s Day.

Singer IU became the protagonist of a fairy tale for Children's Day. The mother of child actor Ahn Tae-rin, who played the young Geummyung in the Netflix drama "My Mister," in which IU appeared, revealed her connection with IU through social media. Ahn Tae-rin's mother praised IU and expressed her gratitude, indicating that IU had given a Children's Day gift to Ahn Tae-rin. The public was moved by IU's warm heart and the news of her upcoming drama appearances has sparked interest and anticipation among fans.