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Newkidd’s Minji, a heartfelt letter to fans.
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Newkidd’s Minji, a heartfelt letter to fans.

New Jins member Minji opened up about her conflict with the agency Audor and shared a heartfelt letter with fans. On her birthday on the 7th, Minji poured out her feelings to fans through Instagram. Along with confessing about the legal disputes with the agency and a series of incidents, she expressed her thoughts on happiness. Amidst the attention from the public, fans, and music experts, interest in the future of New Jins is growing. Expectations for their future activities are also rising along with the outlook.
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MC Lee Sang-yong, who hosted the show ‘Stage of Friendship,’ passes away at the age of 81… Closing a chapter of an era in the broadcasting industry.
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MC Lee Sang-yong, who hosted the show ‘Stage of Friendship,’ passes away at the age of 81… Closing a chapter of an era in the broadcasting industry.

MC Lee Sang-yong, who hosted 'Stage of Friendship,' passes away at the age of 81... Closing a chapter in the broadcasting industry Renowned South Korean broadcaster Lee Sang-yong (81) passed away on the afternoon of the 9th. Lee Sang-yong suddenly collapsed on his way back from a hospital near his home in Seocho-gu, Seoul around 12:45 p.m. today and was rushed to the emergency room, but unfortunately, he left this world. Born in Seocheon, South Chungcheong Province in April 1944, Lee Sang-yong made his official debut in the broadcasting industry as an MC for CBS Christian Broadcasting in 1971 after graduating from Korea University's Department of Business Administration. He gained attention as the host of KBS's popular children's song program 'Let's Sing and Dance Together,' using the nic...
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‘Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning’ races to the top of the reservation rate.
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‘Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning’ races to the top of the reservation rate.

The movie "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" recorded the highest pre-sale rate with 29,594 reservations as of 11:10 a.m. on the 9th. In particular, the visit of the "Team IMF" to Korea, including Tom Cruise, director Christopher McQuarrie, Hayley Atwell, Simon Pegg, Pom Klementieff, and Greg Tarzan Davis, has raised the expectations of prospective viewers by spending special time with Korean fans. "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" promises intense action with Tom Cruise's thrilling stunts like bare-handed diving, underwater missions, and hanging onto high-altitude rotating planes, as well as a more solid team play. With the movie set to be released on the 17th, it has already topped the overall pre-sale rate, hinting at a strong box office performance.
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Joy Hyun and Choo Young-woo reunite after 3 years… A first love redemption narrative to be completed in ‘The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl’.
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Joy Hyun and Choo Young-woo reunite after 3 years… A first love redemption narrative to be completed in ‘The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl’.

Joy Hyun and Choo Young-woo reunite after 3 years to star in tvN's new Monday-Tuesday drama 'Gyeonwoo and Seonnyeo.' Based on the webtoon of the same name, 'Gyeonwoo and Seonnyeo' tells the story of a boy destined to die and a MZ shaman girl as they unfold a first love salvation romance. The story revolves around high school shaman Park Seong-a (played by Joy Hyun) and Bae Gyeon-woo (played by Choo Young-woo), who defies fate to protect their first love, with various episodes featuring colorful K-ghosts adding a unique fun factor. Joy Hyun and Choo Young-woo reunite after 'School 2021,' building up exciting expectations for their respective characters. 'Gyeonwoo and Seonnyeo' is set to premiere in June.
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Baek Jong-won’s company, The Born Korea, embroiled in controversy over kitchenware verification… Police launch investigation into alleged violation of food hygiene laws.
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Baek Jong-won’s company, The Born Korea, embroiled in controversy over kitchenware verification… Police launch investigation into alleged violation of food hygiene laws.

Baek Jong-won, the CEO of The Born Korea, has been subjected to a police investigation (preliminary inquiry) in connection with suspicions that "untested cooking equipment was supplied to franchise stores." The Seoul Gangnam Police Station has initiated an investigation into the allegations of violations of the Food Sanitation Act by CEO Baek and The Born Korea corporation. A complaint was filed by a whistleblower alleging that The Born Korea commissioned the production of 'chicken bone fryers' from an unlicensed company and supplied these cooking equipment free of charge to 54 franchise stores of the beer franchise 'Baek's Beer.' If these allegations are true, there could be significant legal implications. The Born Korea is also under police investigation for false advertising suspicions ...
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Han So-hee is rumored to appear in the Korean remake of ‘The Intern’… Agency says it’s one of the projects under consideration.
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Han So-hee is rumored to appear in the Korean remake of ‘The Intern’… Agency says it’s one of the projects under consideration.

It has been reported that Hallyu actor Han So-hee will appear in the Korean remake of 'The Intern,' creating a buzz. In response, Han So-hee's agency 9ATO Entertainment cautiously stated that 'The Intern' is one of the proposed works. 'The Intern' is a heartwarming human comedy that depicts the story of a 30-something female CEO who grows a company with her fiery passion in a short period, a 70-something male intern who joins as a rookie after experiencing divorce and retirement, and it was a well-loved film starring Anne Hathaway and Robert De Niro. News of the Korean remake of 'The Intern' has surfaced, with reports that actor Choi Min-sik will play the role of Ben Whittaker, portrayed by Robert De Niro in the original film. Last year, the production company stated, 'Nothing has been dec...
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Kim Seo-hyung signs exclusive contract with Mystic Story…
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Kim Seo-hyung signs exclusive contract with Mystic Story…

Actor Kim Seo-hyung has signed an exclusive contract with Mystic Story. The agency expressed great joy in working with actor Kim Seo-hyung and stated that they will continue to provide generous support to help her showcase her true talents. Kim Seo-hyung has left a deep impression on audiences with her emotional and strong performances in works such as 'SKY Castle,' 'Maybe It's Me,' 'The Paper Moon,' and 'The Vinyl House.' She has solidified her presence by winning awards such as the Grand Bell Awards for Best Actress and the Korean Film Critics Association Awards for Best Actress. Mystic Story's roster includes actors Go Min-si, Jo Han-sun, Park Hyuk-kwon, singers Yoon Jong-shin, Gain, Eddy Kim, Son Tae-jin, the group Bily, the band Daybreak, and lyricist Kim Ina.
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“YG Entertainment sees a turnaround in operating profit to the black in the first quarter thanks to the growth of TREASURE and BABY MONSTER.”
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“YG Entertainment sees a turnaround in operating profit to the black in the first quarter thanks to the growth of TREASURE and BABY MONSTER.”

YG Entertainment announced on the 9th that its operating profit in the first quarter of 2025 turned into a profit of 9.5 billion KRW compared to the same period last year. This operating profit significantly exceeded market expectations, with sales reaching 120 billion KRW, a 14.7% increase from the same period last year, and net profit increasing by 2,324.5%. YG attributed this success to the growth of its rookie IPs, TREASURE and BABY MONSTER, and revealed plans for the release of new albums and tours for BLACKPINK, TREASURE, and BABY MONSTER in the future.
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’20 years of acting experience’ Jang Young-nam captivates viewers with her maternal acting in ‘Unknown Seoul’.
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’20 years of acting experience’ Jang Young-nam captivates viewers with her maternal acting in ‘Unknown Seoul’.

tvN's new weekend drama 'Unknown Seoul' is a romantic growth drama where twin sisters, who are completely different except for their faces, swap lives and seek true love and growth. In this drama, Jang Young-nam appears as Hyun Ok-hee, the mother of Yoo Mi-rae and Yoo Mi-ji, who are twin sisters and elementary school cafeteria cooks. Hyun Ok-hee, a strong single mom who has lived as a bodyguard for nearly 30 years, showcases a chemistry of love and affection with Park Bo-young, leading viewers to empathize with them. Jang Young-nam, an actor who has been constantly greeting the public with diverse activities, is expected to show a new side through 'Unknown Seoul,' raising expectations among the audience. Furthermore, 'Unknown Seoul,' starring Jang Young-nam, is scheduled to premiere on Sat...
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“Spring of Four Seasons,” global sensation with pre-sales in 187 countries worldwide.
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“Spring of Four Seasons,” global sensation with pre-sales in 187 countries worldwide.

The SBS youth drama 'Spring of Four Seasons' has embarked on a full-fledged global fan hunt, leaving an exceptional record of pre-sale in 187 countries around the world. Explosive interest from 1020 generations continues in Naver search volume, Google and YouTube data, and SNS hashtags, with expressions of admiration such as "added to my bucket list" and "fell deeply in love from the first episode" pouring into online communities. The drama 'Spring of Four Seasons' (written by Kim Min-cheol, directed by Kim Sung-yong, produced by Studio S, FNC Entertainment, FNC Story, Monster Union) follows the story of a young musician expelled from the world's top band 'Four Seasons' who fatefully meets Kim Bom after a tumultuous campus life. The refreshing chemistry, music, and mystery created by actor...
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