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Lee Seung Gi, Portrait Rights Violated... Agency Taking Legal Action Against Illegal Advertisements Singer and actor Lee Seung Gi has suffered damages from unauthorized use of his photos on an internet investment site. His agency has taken legal action and urged the public to be especially cautious. Lee Seung Gi's agency, Hook Entertainment, stated on the 15th, "We have confirmed that the portrait rights of our artist Lee Seung Gi were illegally used on an internet investment site recently," and revealed, "The site is using photos as if Lee Seung Gi is a model, falsely advertising 'recommended by acquaintances,' 'recruiting investors,' and other statements." The agency immediately sent a notice to the operator of the site and stated that they are proceeding with legal procedures, includi...

Actor Park Bo-gum and IU's portrait rights, who appeared in the Netflix series 'Record of Youth', were used without permission in China. Professor Seo Kyung-deok of Sungshin Women's University revealed on social media on the 14th that "Photos of Yang Gwan-sik (played by Park Bo-gum) and Ae-soon (played by IU) from 'Record of Youth' were used without permission in product advertisements at a mart in Hebei Province, China." He added, "In particular, they freely used their portrait rights by utilizing a scene from the drama where Gwan-sik sells cabbage instead of Ae-soon, with the description 'Cabbage for sale - Yang Gwan-sik'. Furthermore, their portrait rights were also being used in various product corners with descriptions like 'Try making Ae-soon's bean rice', 'Is this the right fish?'."...

On April 14, 2020, CRAVITY made their debut in the music industry and quickly made their presence known by sweeping rookie awards at various award ceremonies. From their first full-length album Part 2, 'LIBERTY : IN OUR COSMOS,' they have consistently showcased their unique concepts and refreshing live performances centered around youth narratives through mini albums such as 'NEW WAVE,' 'MASTER : PIECE,' 'SUN SEEKER,' and 'EVERSHINE,' earning the titles of 'VOCALVITY' and 'PERFOMVITY' while establishing their group identity and continuing their stair-step growth. Despite their continuous growth, CRAVITY did not stop challenging themselves. Last year, they appeared on Mnet's 'Road to Kingdom: ACE OF ACE,' showcasing their outstanding skills and infinite potential, securing the top team ran...

Blackpink member Jennie captivated fans with a stunning photoshoot. On the 8th, Jennie showcased a breathtaking look in a photoshoot released by the U.S. fashion magazine OMMY Girls on their official SNS. OMMY Girls stated, "Since her debut in the music industry in 2016, Jennie has been redefining the meaning of 'global icon.' With albums filled with love, beauty, and praise for herself, she is moving towards a new era." They added, "In this latest issue, Jennie constantly moved. The world cannot take their eyes off her." In the photos, Jennie posed boldly using a camellia from the global fashion brand Chanel to cover her chest while wearing only a top. In another photo, she wore a lace bodysuit and struck a confident pose, attracting attention. [Image Placeholder] [Image Placeh...

Kim Nam-gil held the 2025 Kim Nam-gil Fan Meeting Tour 'Road to Gil' at LEGACY TERA in Taipei on the 6th, where he met with local fans. Prior to the performance, Kim Nam-gil, who was voted as the 'Most Kind Korean Star' by local media in 2023, captured everyone's hearts with his warm charm during a press conference. On the day of the fan meeting, local prominent media outlets such as Nownews, NextApple News, ETtoday, and Chinatimes all covered the event, once again highlighting Kim Nam-gil's global presence. Starting the show with sweet songs, Kim Nam-gil shared his thoughts on visiting Taipei after two years and announced the beginning of the fan meeting with updates on his recent activities. He entertained fans with various segments such as discussing his works in photos, showcasing his...

The group FIESTAR is reuniting for the first time in 6 years. According to FIESTAR's agency on the 9th, the group has decided to reunite thanks to the continuous support of their fans. They have signed an exclusive contract with BOMNAY Entertainment and have officially started their activities. FIESTAR, who debuted in 2012 and released various hit songs such as "Vista," "You're Pitiful," and "Apple Pie," went their separate ways after officially disbanding in 2018. In August last year, to commemorate their 12th debut anniversary, FIESTAR released a remake single "You're Pitiful 2024 ver" and announced their return to music activities. Through this new contract, they plan to continue with more systematic and diverse activities. In particular, member Cao Lu actively participated in the re...

Actor Joo Ji-ah is signing an exclusive contract with Urban Zakapa.According to 7th Andrew Company, Joo Ji-ah recently signed an exclusive contract.Debuting as a CF model, actor Joo Ji-ah recently starred in the highly acclaimed movie 'Streaming' as Dasol and showcased a brilliant performance. She has also appeared in the movies 'Police Spy' as Yeonju, 'Like a French Film', 'Noblesse', as well as in the dramas 'IHQ Sponsor', MBC's 'Miss Korea' as Yoo Ji-yeon, and KBS's 'Love in the Moonlight'. She has gained recognition for her solid acting skills through appearances in music videos by Lee Seung-hwan, Yang Dong-geun, and others.In addition, she gained attention for her role as Kwon Ji-ah in the play 'Scent of Love' and played the role of No Ok-san in the TVN web drama 'Handsome Guy and Jun...

On the morning of the 31st, based on the integrated ticketing network of movie theaters at 9 a.m., 'Lobby' took the top spot in overall movie reservations just two days before its release. Surpassing the continuous five-day box office champion, Lee Byung-hun and Yoo Ah-in's 'Victory,' 'Lobby' climbed to the top, adding special significance. As of 9 a.m. on that day, 'Lobby' recorded a reservation rate of 23.8% with a total of over 38,000 viewers. Following closely behind, 'Victory' is currently at a reservation rate of 19.6% with over 31,000 viewers. The film 'Lobby' depicts the story of Yoon Chang-wook (Ha Jung-woo), a startup CEO who knows nothing but research, starting his first lobbying golf game to win a national project worth 40 billion won. It comically portrays the ups and downs ...

The highly anticipated 'Weak Hero Class 2' will be released in April.The Netflix series 'Weak Hero Class 2' depicts the poignant survival story and brilliant growth of Yeon Si-eun, a model student who transferred to Ejang High School with trauma from not being able to protect his friend despite standing up to violence for them. Determined never to lose a friend again, Si-eun faces even greater violence as he strives to protect those dear to him.Released in 2022, 'Weak Hero Class 1' made a sensation, opening a new chapter in school action growth dramas. Si-eun (Park Ji-hoon) breaking through his tough exterior, building friendships, and learning to courageously confront harsh realities resonated deeply with many, making it a 'life-changing work.' With an astonishing 45.5% OTT platform share...

On April 1st, Babymonster interacted with Monsties (fandom name) worldwide through a Weverse Live session. It was a special time where they celebrated their 1st debut anniversary with fans and engaged in friendly communication. On this April Fools' Day, Babymonster captivated fans with playful and delightful charm. Amidst an exciting psychological battle in a liar game, Lami and Chikita quickly caught on to clues related to Babymonster and skillfully deceived everyone with their acting, bringing laughter. During the following Q&A segment, the strong chemistry among the members and their exceptional love for fans were evident, bringing smiles to everyone. They shared various stories, reflecting on their journey from their official debut to the present, including moments they were grateful ...