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Encode Entertainment signs exclusive contract with actress Choi Yura.
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Encode Entertainment signs exclusive contract with actress Choi Yura.

Encode Entertainment announced on the 27th that they have signed an exclusive contract with actress Choi Yura. Choi Yura has been active in various works such as 'The Last Empress' and 'My PS Partner' as a charming supporting actress since her debut in 'Miss Hongdangmu'. Recently, she garnered attention by appearing on variety shows with her husband Kim Minjae, and raised expectations for her future activities by winning the 'Best Couple Award' at the '2024 SBS Entertainment Awards'. Encode Entertainment has been growing as a global entertainment company, producing artists such as Kim Jaejoong, KARA's Nicole, and the 5th generation girl group Say My Name.
TWICE’s Jihyo donates to support victims of wildfires in the Yeongnam region… Continuing her positive influence.
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TWICE’s Jihyo donates to support victims of wildfires in the Yeongnam region… Continuing her positive influence.

TWICE member Jihyo recently made a donation to support the victims of the recent wildfires in the Yeongnam region. In February 2023, she had previously donated a total of 200 million won with other TWICE members to help children and families affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquakes. Her donation for the Yeongnam region wildfire relief once again demonstrated her positive influence. Fans' interest and support for her actions are growing, and positive responses to Jihyo's philanthropy are continuing through the agency. Such ongoing acts of kindness are enhancing the image of TWICE and Jihyo, showcasing them as a positive role model for social responsibility within the K-POP industry. Expectations for Jihyo and TWICE's future activities and image are rising, and it is anticipated that their a...
Fromis_9 announces a new beginning… Journey with ‘ASCEND’
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Fromis_9 announces a new beginning… Journey with ‘ASCEND’

fromis_9 has announced a new beginning. On the 26th, ASCEND unveiled mood films and new individual profile images of fromis_9 members Park Ji-won, Baek Ji-heon, Lee Chae-young, Lee Na-kyung, and Song Ha-young on their official SNS. The mood films captured various aspects of the fromis_9 members amidst unique objects and profile photoshoot settings. The members' emotions signaling the start of ASCEND and the phrase "I miss you" resonated with the hearts of FLOVER (fandom). Subsequently, in the released individual profile images, fromis_9 showcased a deeper sense of maturity. The fact that ASCEND officially announced them as 'fromis_9' drew fans' attention. ASCEND has recently concluded smooth discussions with Pledis Entertainment regarding the use of the team name 'fromis_9.' The meaningful...
AILEE: “One year since debut, a precious time of learning and growth” [Q&A]

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AILEE: “One year since debut, a precious time of learning and growth” [Q&A] Important: Please use the notation commonly used in the language area for K-POP artist names, group names, album names, and other proper nouns.

AILET shared their feelings of growth and gratitude on their first debut anniversary. They swept the global charts by entering the U.S. Billboard 'Hot 100' and the UK Official 'Singles Top 100' with their debut song 'Magnetic', and won 13 awards including 7 rookie awards at major domestic and international music awards. The members conveyed their commitment to repay their fans through more activities and growth in the future, expressing their gratitude and love to Glit. Note: Please use the notation for K-POP artist names, group names, album names, etc. that is commonly used in the respective language area.
Ailee, revealed to have been legally married to actor-turned-entrepreneur Choi Si-hoon.
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Ailee, revealed to have been legally married to actor-turned-entrepreneur Choi Si-hoon.

It has been revealed that singer Ailee and actor-turned-entrepreneur Choi Si Hoon were already legally married. An official from Ailee's agency, A2Z Entertainment, announced on the 25th that Ailee had already registered her marriage with Choi Si Hoon in August last year. The two, who had been in a relationship for about a year, are planning to hold their wedding on April 20th. Choi Si Hoon gained recognition by appearing on the Netflix original entertainment show 'Soljiok' and has since been balancing acting activities along with focusing on F&B and MCN businesses. Ailee and Choi Si Hoon met through a mutual acquaintance and have maintained their romantic relationship for about a year, promising marriage in May last year with love and deep trust. Particularly noteworthy was the fact that t...
Oh My Girl to hold a special concert to celebrate their 10th debut anniversary… Announcing a new beginning with a photoshoot.
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Oh My Girl to hold a special concert to celebrate their 10th debut anniversary… Announcing a new beginning with a photoshoot.

Oh My Girl is holding a special concert to celebrate their 10th debut anniversary. The only local magazine in Korea, , has released a group photoshoot of Oh My Girl to commemorate this occasion. The photoshoot, with sophisticated black and white styling, exudes elegance and charisma, signaling a new beginning. At the concert scheduled for April, they plan to meet fans again and deliver emotions through music. The members expressed their gratitude to fans through the concert, reminiscing about past memories and making promises for the future. They also look forward to precious encounters with fans at the concert. This concert will be held at Olympic Hall in Olympic Park, Songpa-gu, Seoul on April 19th and 20th.
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‘Jeongnyeon-i’, ‘LTNS’, and ‘Outside the Tent is Europe’ nominated for the world’s top three broadcasting awards, the ‘Banff Rocky Awards’! The most nominated works among Asian content companies!

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Please translate the following Korean text into English: ‘Jeongnyeon-i’, ‘LTNS’, and ‘Outside the Tent is Europe’ nominated for the world’s top three broadcasting awards, the ‘Banff Rocky Awards’! The most nominated works among Asian content companies! Important: Please use the notation commonly used in the language for unique names such as K-POP artist names, group names, album names, etc.

The drama and entertainment content of CJ ENM, a global IP powerhouse, has been selected as the most nominated work at the 'Banff World Media Festival', one of the world's top three broadcasting awards. Three works, 'Jungnyeonie', 'LTNS', and 'Outside the Tent is Europe', were nominated, enhancing its status as an Asian content company. The 'Banff World Media Festival' is considered one of the top three broadcasting awards in the world, along with the American Emmy Awards and the Monaco Monte-Carlo TV Festival, where about 1,500 works from more than 40 countries worldwide compete. Seo Jang-ho, the head of CJ ENM's content business, highly evaluated the recognition of the 'Banff World Media Festival' and announced that they will continue to increase their competitiveness in the global marke...
EXO’s Xiumin to make his first appearance in the drama ‘Heosikdang’! The show will air on MBN Plus on the 24th at 9 PM.
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EXO’s Xiumin to make his first appearance in the drama ‘Heosikdang’! The show will air on MBN Plus on the 24th at 9 PM.

The drama 'Heirs of the Mask,' starring EXO's Xiumin, will premiere on MBN Plus at 9 p.m. on the 24th. 'Heirs of the Mask' is a fantasy comedy romance drama that tells the story of the Joseon Dynasty scholar Heo Gyun coming to the present day to run a restaurant, based on the popular web novel of the same name. Along with Xiumin, actors Choo Soo-jung, Lee Si-eon, and Lee Soo-min will appear, promising an exciting time-slip between Joseon and modern times. Lee Si-eon and Lee Soo-min will play dual roles, shuttling between Joseon and the present. Lee Si-eon will portray the character Lee Yi-chum, who stops at nothing to achieve his goals, and Lee Hyuk, who holds the title of the youngest Korean food master. Lee Soo-min will showcase different charms by playing the characters Mae Chang, posse...
Netflix series ‘Snowdrop’ OST ‘Act 3’ released… featuring IU and Hong Eun-seok
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Netflix series ‘Snowdrop’ OST ‘Act 3’ released… featuring IU and Hong Eun-seok

The OST album 'Ppongssak Sokatsooda OST from the Netflix Series – Act 3' of Netflix's new series 'Ppongssak Sokatsooda' has been officially released. This OST album includes IU's 'Night Stroll' and Hong Issac's 'My Love by My Side.' 'Night Stroll' features IU's vocals, adding a special touch, while 'My Love by My Side' delicately reinterprets the original emotions with Hong Issac's vocals. 'Ppongssak Sokatsooda' is a series that unfolds the adventurous story of the tough and unyielding Yomangjin Aesoon, born in 1950s Jeju Island, throughout the four seasons, encompassing universal themes and heartwarming stories that evoke emotions and empathy across generations. The music of 'Ppongssak Sokatsooda,' with the participation of music director Park Sungil, who has worked closely with director ...
Stray Kids’ Hyunjin donates 100 million won for children in need on his birthday.
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Stray Kids’ Hyunjin donates 100 million won for children in need on his birthday.

Stray Kids' member Hyunjin donated 100 million won for children in need on the occasion of his birthday. According to their agency JYP Entertainment, Hyunjin celebrated his birthday on the 20th by donating 100 million won to Samsung Seoul Hospital, sharing his precious heart. This donation will be used for the medical expenses and emotional support activities for children in need. Hyunjin expressed his gratitude for the love he has received, hoping to cultivate a healthy future. Furthermore, Hyunjin has been spreading positive influence through consistent donations and charitable activities. Last year, he donated 100 million won for the hearing-impaired, provided Christmas gifts for children at Samsung Seoul Hospital, and supported parties, showing warm generosity. Stray Kids recently rele...