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Kim Hye-eun signs exclusive contract with FN Entertainment… Promising activities encompassing both acting and social contributions ahead.

27May

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Kim Hye-eun signs exclusive contract with FN Entertainment… Promising activities encompassing both acting and social contributions ahead.

Kim Hye Eun hinted at a new leap by signing an exclusive contract with FN Entertainment. FN Entertainment expressed their joy in a official press release on the 27th, stating, "We are delighted to be with Kim Hye Eun, who is undoubtedly considered one of the top actors," and added, "We will spare no effort in providing full support for Kim Hye Eun to showcase her versatile charms in various ways and meet fans through good works." Since starting her full-fledged acting career through the MBC drama 'Ahyeon-dong Madam' in 2007, Kim Hye Eun has solidified her position as a trustworthy actor by actively participating in both dramas and movies. She has showcased delicate emotional acting and strong character digestibility in various dramas such as 'Secret Affair,' 'Mr. Sunshine,' 'Itaewon Class,...

IVE climbs the mound at Jamsil in autumn… Excitement and support messages conveyed through the first pitch.

27May

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IVE climbs the mound at Jamsil in autumn… Excitement and support messages conveyed through the first pitch.

Ive's member Ga-eul will throw the first pitch at today's (27th) game between LG Twins and Hanwha Eagles at Seoul Jamsil Baseball Stadium. This first pitch holds a special meaning for her as a challenge and a symbolic moment of connecting with baseball culture as a K-pop star. According to her agency Starship Entertainment, Ga-eul is scheduled to step onto the mound wishing for LG Twins' victory. Ga-eul expressed her feelings about the first pitch, saying, "I am happy and honored that something I've always wanted to do since my debut has come true." She also conveyed her gratitude to LG Twins for the opportunity and hoped that her energy would contribute to the team's victory. Ive was recently selected as the most influential female idol in the '2025 Brand Customer Loyalty Awards'.

Yook Sungjae to make his 10th appearance as a host on ‘SNL Korea Season 7’… Taking on the challenge of the comedy genre.

27May

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Yook Sungjae to make his 10th appearance as a host on ‘SNL Korea Season 7’… Taking on the challenge of the comedy genre.

Singer and actor Yook Sungjae will appear as the tenth host of the Coupang Play original comedy show 'SNL Korea Season 7'. In the upcoming 10th episode, which will be released on June 7th at 8 p.m., Yook Sungjae will showcase various skits with the crew based on his unique and versatile charm. The production team expressed their anticipation, stating, "Yook Sungjae, who possesses acting skills, variety sense, and stage experience, is a perfect fit for the color of 'SNL'." Since his debut in 2012 as a member of the group BTOB, Yook Sungjae has steadily expanded his presence not only as a singer but also as an actor. Starting with his impressive acting in the drama 'Goblin,' he has proven his solid acting skills by taking on various roles in works like 'The Village: Achiara's Secret' and 'Gu...

Kai invited to Europe’s largest music festival ‘Donauinselfest’… Resonates with Hallyu emotions.

27May

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Kai invited to Europe’s largest music festival ‘Donauinselfest’… Resonates with Hallyu emotions.

Kai will represent Korea on the European stage. He has been officially invited to perform at the 'Donauinselfest,' the largest music festival in Europe, held in Vienna, Austria from June 20th to 22nd. Kai is scheduled to hold a special 30-minute performance on the 'Tourismus Bühne' stage on the 21st. This stage is a key event of the Hallyu festival 'Inspire Me Korea,' organized by the Korean Cultural Center in Austria, and his appearance has garnered significant interest among local Hallyu fans. The 'Donauinselfest,' which began in 1983, is a major European festival held on an artificial island in the Danube River every summer, attracting about 3 million visitors. With performances spanning various genres such as rock, pop, classical, and hip-hop on a total of 16 stages, the festival offer...

Actor Nam Joo-hyuk’s current situation after discharge revealed through Han Ji-min’s YouTube video.

27May

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Actor Nam Joo-hyuk’s current situation after discharge revealed through Han Ji-min’s YouTube video.

Actor Nam Joo Hyuk's current situation was revealed through actress Han Ji Min's YouTube channel after completing his military service and being discharged. On BH Entertainment's YouTube channel, which is Han Ji Min's agency, a behind-the-scenes video of the final filming of the JTBC drama 'The Light in Your Eyes' was released, showing Han Ji Min filming herself with Nam Joo Hyuk. The two had previously worked together in the JTBC drama 'Radiant' and shared a close bond. Nam Joo Hyuk jokingly commented on the shaky camera focus while announcing his discharge, calling himself a "rookie YouTuber" and eliciting laughter. Meanwhile, Han Ji Min mentioned that her character 'Som Yi' was the most challenging role she has played as she shared her thoughts on the drama's conclusion. She continues t...

Jeon Somi to hold her first solo fan meeting ‘Chaos’… Promises a special summer with fans from both domestic and international.

26May

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Jeon Somi to hold her first solo fan meeting ‘Chaos’… Promises a special summer with fans from both domestic and international.

Singer Chungha announced her first solo fan meeting 'Chaos' and hinted at a special summer with fans from both domestic and international locations. Through her agency MNH Entertainment, Chungha revealed the official poster and ticketing schedule for the fan meeting, which will be held at Hyundai Card Understage in Yongsan-gu, Seoul on July 19. 'Chaos' is designed to create a free-spirited and vibrant atmosphere, promising a special time created together by Chungha and her fans. Furthermore, this fan meeting will also take place in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan, aiming to strengthen communication not only with domestic fans but also with international fans. Anticipation and interest from fans are growing, as this event marks a significant step in expanding Chungha's presence in the global K-POP f...

It seems like DaYoung’s message “토사구팽” was directed towards her agency Starship, but it was deleted after being posted on social media.

26May

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It seems like DaYoung’s message “토사구팽” was directed towards her agency Starship, but it was deleted after being posted on social media.

WJSN's Dayoung is causing concern among fans by hinting at a situation where her agency has neglected her birthday. In the early hours of the 26th, she posted a photo capturing part of her agency Starship Entertainment's official account on her Instagram story. The image only showed a birthday celebration post for Kiki member Jiyu, who shares the same birthday as Dayoung, with no mention of Dayoung herself. Dayoung added a short note 'ㅎ', but a subsequent post made her feelings more clearly known. She posted a lion proverb '토사구팽(兎死狗烹)' with a hamster character putting its hand in its pocket. The proverb means to use when needed and discard when useless, interpreted as Dayoung expressing dissatisfaction with her agency's indifference towards her. Starship has not released an official statem...

Im Sung-eon’s husband, Lee Chang-seop, accused of fraud worth 20 billion won… Even on their wedding day, he continued to nervously check his phone.

26May

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Im Sung-eon’s husband, Lee Chang-seop, accused of fraud worth 20 billion won… Even on their wedding day, he continued to nervously check his phone.

Actor Lim Sung-eon is embroiled in controversy just 10 days after his marriage, as reports of his husband's large-scale fraud have surfaced. Mr. Lee Chang-seop is facing investigation and trial for allegedly swindling hundreds of billions of won from members of a 'local housing cooperative' scheme. The amount of damages is estimated to be at least 200 billion won, and Mr. Lee has a criminal record with three prior convictions. Even before the marriage, online comments from victims expressing grievances were posted on the wedding invitation, and on the day of the wedding, Lee Chang-seop was caught on camera nervously checking his phone repeatedly. Recorded phone conversations left by Lee Chang-seop to creditors have been made public, and he is currently facing legal responsibility for charg...

[‘Naver Webtoon’ Crunchyroll Anime Awards Sets Record with 9 Wins, Making New History for K-Animation]

26May

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[‘Naver Webtoon’ Crunchyroll Anime Awards Sets Record with 9 Wins, Making New History for K-Animation]

Kakao Entertainment's 'Solo Leveling' (나 혼자만 레벨업 or 나혼렙) made history by winning the top award at the 'Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025,' the world's largest animation awards, in nine categories, becoming the first Korean animation to achieve this honor. With this achievement, 'Solo Leveling' has been recognized for its excellence in major categories including 'Anime of the Year,' solidifying its global presence and marking a significant turning point for the domestic animation industry's global expansion. Crunchyroll, the largest streaming platform for anime with over 17 million subscribers, selected 'Solo Leveling' as the winner in multiple categories out of 48 competing works through fan voting and expert judging. Based on the original web novel and webtoon, both Season 1 and Season 2 of t...

Lee Yi-kyung: “Items stolen from my house while I was away due to a scam in a second-hand transaction… I’m so angry that even my teeth are broken.”

26May

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Lee Yi-kyung: “Items stolen from my house while I was away due to a scam in a second-hand transaction… I’m so angry that even my teeth are broken.”

Actor Lee Yi-kyung revealed a story of being scammed during a secondhand transaction on the MBC variety show 'What Do You Do?'. Lee Yi-kyung shared that the buyer requested the house password under the pretext of bringing an installation worker, and believing them, he ended up having all the furniture in the house, including the sofa, stolen. He also mentioned that he broke a tooth due to the anger and stress caused by the incident, sharing the shocking experience. In the broadcast, a scene of Lee Yi-kyung heading to Tokyo, Japan with Yoo Jae-suk was depicted, and while on the move, Lee Yi-kyung opened up by saying, "I've been under a lot of minor stress lately." He explained, "I put up the sofa for sale as I was moving, and the buyer said they would come early to dismantle it with a worke...