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Netflix’s ‘The Silent Sea’, a suspenseful literary drama centered around Choi Min-sik and Choi Hyun-wook, sets sail… a new horizon for psychological dramas.
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Netflix’s ‘The Silent Sea’, a suspenseful literary drama centered around Choi Min-sik and Choi Hyun-wook, sets sail… a new horizon for psychological dramas.

Netflix announced on the 29th that they have confirmed the production of a new series titled 'The Boy at the End of the Line' and cast Choi Min-sik, Choi Hyun-wook, Heo Joon-ho, Kim Yoon-jin, and Jin Kyung as the lead actors. This work is expected to illuminate the subtle cracks in human psychology by combining literature, a strange subject within the suspense genre. 'The Boy at the End of the Line' focuses on the psychological conflict that unfolds when Heo Moon-oh, a failed writer who is now a Korean literature professor, becomes captivated by the exceptional student Lee Kang's writing at the back of the classroom. The original work is a play of the same name from Spain, which was introduced on stage in Korea in 2015 and was recognized for its artistic and popular appeal. In the play, He...
Cha Eunwoo, confirmed to enlist in the Army Band on July 28th… Quietly decides on military enlistment.
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Cha Eunwoo, confirmed to enlist in the Army Band on July 28th… Quietly decides on military enlistment.

Singer and actor Cha Eun-woo will enlist in the Army Band on July 28th. His agency Fantagio announced on the 29th, "Cha Eun-woo has been finally accepted to the Army Band and his enlistment schedule has been confirmed." Cha Eun-woo applied to the Army Band in March and recently received the final acceptance notice after going through the screening process. After completing basic military training upon enlistment, he is scheduled to serve in the Army Band. The Army Band is known as a unit that provides musical support for military events and boosts morale, and it is considered a suitable place for individuals with musical talent and popularity. The agency added, "The enlistment location and time are undisclosed to prevent accidents due to congestion, and no separate events will be held." Du...
IU’s ‘Beauty’ MV Released… An Emotional Remake Crossing Through Time
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IU’s ‘Beauty’ MV Released… An Emotional Remake Crossing Through Time

Singer IU released the second music video, "Beauty," from her remake album 'Flower Bookmark Three,' blending the original song's emotions with a modern sensibility harmoniously. On May 29th at midnight, IU's agency EDAM Entertainment unexpectedly unveiled the "Beauty" music video on IU's official YouTube channel. "Beauty" is a reinterpretation of Shin Joong-hyun's classic song, which holds a significant position in the history of Korean popular music, incorporating a modern sound and a fresh perspective. The remake project involved the experimental K-pop style pursued by BANGTIGER, with member Sogeum contributing to the outro lyrics and composition, adding a creative interpretation. The music video visually unfolds a coming-of-age story between a boy bathed in bright light and a girl in th...
Shin Ji vows not to overlook past photo manipulation for political promotion this time.
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Shin Ji vows not to overlook past photo manipulation for political promotion this time.

Sinji, "This time, I won't let it slide" against the misuse of past photos for political promotion Sinji, a member of the group Koyote, has taken a strong stance against netizens who used her past photos without permission for political propaganda. As awareness grows about the issue of celebrities' public images being arbitrarily used for political messages, Sinji has garnered attention by promising a firm response to this incident. The issue began on May 27th when a social media user posted a photo of Sinji with the caption "Vote for candidate 2, for the nation and the people, fighting for the national president Kim Moon-soo." This made it appear as if Sinji was endorsing a specific politician. However, the photo was taken in the past at an event upon a fan's request and had no politica...
The movie ‘High Five’ tops the box office… Director Kang Hyeong-cheol’s blend of laughter and superpowers
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The movie ‘High Five’ tops the box office… Director Kang Hyeong-cheol’s blend of laughter and superpowers

The movie 'High Five' made a successful start by ranking first in overall reservation rate based on the integrated computer network of the Korean Film Council on the afternoon of May 28th. This film targets a wide range of audiences with a storyline that delivers laughter, emotion, and empathy while incorporating superpowers as its theme. Actors such as Lee Jae In, Ahn Jae Hong, Ra Mi Ran, Kim Hee Won, Oh Jung Se, Shin Gu, and Park Jin Young, each possessing different charms, will come together to showcase a new teamwork, presenting a harmonious blend of action and drama. 'High Five' is set to establish itself as a Korean-style comic action blockbuster aimed at both domestic and international audiences, with confirmed global releases including North America and Asia. The seamless integrati...
Joongwon Jung and Seunghyun Kang deny dating rumors, stating they are “just close friends” according to their agency’s official statement.
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Joongwon Jung and Seunghyun Kang deny dating rumors, stating they are “just close friends” according to their agency’s official statement.

Actors Jung Jun-won and Kang Seung-hyun strongly denied the recent dating rumors that have surfaced. On the 27th, Jung Jun-won's agency stated, "The two actors are just friends who have built a close relationship through the movie 'Believer,' and they are not in a romantic relationship." Kang Seung-hyun's side also expressed the same stance and refuted the dating rumors. This speculation started on online communities. The dating rumors spread as the two actors shared affection towards each other on social media through so-called 'lovestagrams' and were spotted sharing similar places and fashion items. There were even rumors circulating in some circles that the two had dated, broken up, and reunited in the past. Jung Jun-won, born in 1988, made his debut in 2015 with the movie 'The Silenced...
Controversy over Karina’s SNS post… Tension between political analysis and online hate
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Controversy over Karina’s SNS post… Tension between political analysis and online hate

Recently, a post by KARINA, a member of aespa, on social media has sparked political interpretation controversy, igniting a heated debate on social networking sites. KARINA shared several overseas photos on her Instagram account, accompanied by a red rose emoji. In one of the photos, she was seen wearing a jacket with a prominently printed number 2 design, featuring a striking red pattern. Some netizens speculated that the outfit evoked the colors and number associated with a specific political party, suggesting a hidden political message. With the presidential election just a week away, KARINA's post even caught the attention of some in the political sphere. Lee Soo-jeong, the head of the Suwon branch of the People Power Party, stirred controversy with a strong statement on his own social...
Jeon Yeo-jin faces another turning point in her career at Fantagio.

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Jeon Yeo-jin faces another turning point in her career at Fantagio. Note: Please use the commonly used spelling in the target language for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.

Jeon Yeojin has signed an exclusive contract with the new agency Fantagio, marking a new turning point in her career. With over 20 years of acting experience, Jeon Yeojin is expected to actively participate in various contents through her collaboration with Fantagio. In a recently released profile picture, Jeon Yeojin showcased a calm and sophisticated image, proving her stable acting skills. Fantagio anticipates that Jeon Yeojin's stable acting skills and management capabilities will create positive synergy. As a result, expectations are rising for the impact and future prospects of Jeon Yeojin's move in the Hallyu entertainment industry.
Park Bo-young, known as the “Unfamiliar Seoul,” proves her acting skills through her one-person multi-role performance… Continuing the trend of rising viewership ratings.
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Park Bo-young, known as the “Unfamiliar Seoul,” proves her acting skills through her one-person multi-role performance… Continuing the trend of rising viewership ratings.

Actress Park Bo-young has encountered a new turning point in her acting career through the tvN weekend drama 'Seoul Vibe,' where she plays the roles of twin sisters Yoo Mi-ji and Yoo Mi-rae, portraying a complex character close to playing four roles in one. She has been driving both viewership ratings and buzz. Since its first broadcast on May 24th, the audience response has been enthusiastic. Park Bo-young meticulously differentiated the twin sisters not only in appearance but also in speech, expressions, and emotional lines, clearly distinguishing the two characters. The drama set its own record high viewership ratings in just two episodes, showing a rapid upward trend. Park Bo-young has been praised for firmly grasping the center of the drama with restrained acting and emotional outburs...
Park Bo-young to hold her first solo fan meeting with a fan song ‘written BY’… Expresses sincere feelings towards fans.
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Park Bo-young to hold her first solo fan meeting with a fan song ‘written BY’… Expresses sincere feelings towards fans.

Actress Park Bo-young has prepared a special stage for her long-time fans. Through the solo fan meeting 'written BY,' which will be held at YES24 LIVEHALL in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul on June 7th, Park Bo-young plans to unveil a fan song in which she directly participated in writing the lyrics, delivering a sincere message. This fan song, a collaboration with the sentimental musician Standing Egg, is a completed piece that expresses the story Park Bo-young wanted to convey to her fans with warm emotions. The fan meeting recorded a sold-out as soon as ticket sales began, and it will be held twice on June 7th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Additionally, a world tour schedule that includes cities like Macau, Bangkok, and Taipei is planned after the fan meeting, raising expectations among global fans. Park Bo-...