https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr Lee Young-ji revealed her recent status after undergoing an under-eye fat repositioning procedure. On the 8th, Lee Young-ji shared her recent daily life by exchanging questions and answers with fans through her SNS. In communication with fans, when asked, ″Please share a proud story,″ Lee Young-ji replied, ″When a customer who came during business said as soon as they saw my face, ’Your under-eyes look great.’″ Along with this, she also revealed a natural photo of herself with a towel wrapped around her head. Lee Young-ji stated that she had been contemplating the under-eye fat repositioning procedure for four years before undergoing it. She explained, ″It’s the first and last time in my life. I thought about it for four years and then did it,″ adding that the reason she decided to have the procedure was because people around her kept asking, ″Are you tired?″ even though she wasn’t. She also added, ″I won’t do anything else from now on.″ In April, Lee Young-ji attended a performance by Seventeen Dokyeom and Seungkwan as a guest, wearing sunglasses on stage and directly revealing, ″I had under-eye fat repositioning a few days ago.″ She also mentioned the procedure through the YouTube channel ″I have nothing prepared but.″ Meanwhile, Lee Young-ji is appearing on the tvN variety show ″Space Rice Cake Shop,″ showcasing the operation of a rice cake shop together with Lee Eun-ji, Mimi, and An Yujin.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ALPHA DRIVE ONE showcased various performances at the ’2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer.’ At the event held on the 9th at Kintex in Ilsan, ALPHA DRIVE ONE captured the audience’s attention by reinterpreting Red Velvet’s ″Red Flavor″ in their own style. They also appeared with other rookie boy groups in the latter part of TWICE’s ″Dance The Night Away″ stage, elevating the festive atmosphere. Next, ALPHA DRIVE ONE delivered a powerful performance with the rearranged ″FREAK ALARM″ stage. They demonstrated their ability to embody the concept by expressing both freshness and powerful charm simultaneously. Meanwhile, ALPHA DRIVE ONE is set to release their second mini-album, ″UNBREAKABLE : 少年BEAST,″ at 6 PM on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS2’s ’Malja Show’ will air on the 10th at 9:30 PM with a special episode on ’Parents and Children.’ In this episode, actor Jung Eun-pyo and his son Jung Ji-woong, as well as MC Jung Beom-gyun’s parents, will appear. Jung Ji-woong is known for having an IQ of 167 and being a student at Seoul National University. He will reveal his CSAT scores on the show. Additionally, with about 100 days left before the CSAT, he will share practical study methods for exam takers. Kim Young-hee commented, ″This is a program chosen by highly educated individuals.″ Jung Eun-pyo described his son Jung Ji-woong as ″a benefactor who saved me three times in my life″ and, based on his experience raising three children, offered advice to the audience experiencing conflicts with their adolescent children, saying, ″Adolescence is a difficult time for both parents and children.″ Jung Beom-gyun’s parents will appear with a nickname ″Beom-gyun’s Parents″ and will bring a support note that says, ″Our son, fighting!″ Jung Beom-gyun showed signs of nervousness when his mother, who resembles him, and his father, who is said to look like actor Choi Soo-jong, appeared. Also, Gal So-won, who played a child role in the movie ’Miracle in Cell No. 7,’ will appear in the audience as part of a group of people sharing their worries, showcasing how she has grown.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group ITZY once again heated up the second day of their fifth fan meeting, ’ITZY Believe, Let’s Fly! ALL IN, MIDZY.’ At the previous fan meeting, ITZY appeared on stage wearing bright and colorful outfits, actively engaging with fans by raising their hands high. The stage background featured large heart shapes and card designs, enriching the event’s atmosphere. This fan meeting, ’ITZY Believe, Let’s Fly! ALL IN, MIDZY,’ was planned with the theme of a special connection with fans, and the members showcased their unwavering energy through diverse performances. In particular, the members’ individuality and teamwork stood out, drawing enthusiastic responses from fans and elevating the mood of the venue. ITZY has recently been receiving great attention with their new song release and active promotions, and through the fan meeting, they are communicating more closely with fans and creating special memories. They plan to continue offering fans a variety of charms through diverse stages and content in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS member V shared photos capturing simple moments from his daily life, engaging in communication with fans. Recently, V posted on his SNS pictures of himself sitting on a bench wearing a red short-sleeve t-shirt and gray pants, crossing his legs, and another photo with his head bowed, appearing deep in thought. Wearing a hat while staring straight ahead or looking down, he created a calm atmosphere that drew attention. Additionally, images of him lying leisurely on a sofa and a wine bottle were uploaded, showing a sense of relaxation in everyday life. A natural moment was also captured at a dining table where he picked up shrimp with a fork on a plate. Through small, rarely seen moments such as a blurry face with a frame in the background, he attempted warm communication with fans. In this way, V reveals a harmless and friendly charm different from his intense stage charisma, attracting fans’ interest. Recently active as a campaign model for a global soju brand and gaining attention in various fields, V continues to communicate steadily with fans beyond his performance schedule and advertising activities. Meanwhile, BTS plans to continue active engagement with global fans through their world tour and various content.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Seungkwan continues to connect with fans through diverse stage visuals. Recently, Seungkwan posted on Instagram a photo hinting at a new concert concept along with the message ″Serenade,″ ″Dandelion,″ and ″Soya-gok ON STAGE.″ The concert, running from April 17 to July 26, features Seungkwan dressed in a black suit, white shirt, and black pants, performing sweet songs on a stage centered with colorful lighting and star-shaped decorations. In particular, the stage production featuring the word ″Dandelion″ against a backdrop of moonlight and a blue sky creates a mysterious yet pure atmosphere, raising fans’ expectations. When the phrase ″READY TO LOVE″ appears, the combination of dazzling lights and a large screen enhances the immersion of the performance. Meanwhile, Seungkwan is actively expanding his presence not only in music but also in variety shows and acting. He recently joined the new season of the tvN variety show ″Great Escape″ as a new member, showcasing his variety skills. At the same time, he is filming his first drama ″Wednesday Thursday Friday,″ broadening his activities in multiple fields. Seungkwan plans to continue communicating with fans through various appearances on stage and broadcasts in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT 127 will release their seventh full-length album, ’BLINGY,’ on August 24 at 6 PM (KST). Ahead of the album release, NCT 127 raised anticipation for their comeback by unveiling a track video teaser for the title song ’Piñata’ on their official YouTube channel. In the released video, the members performed an energetic stage with intense expressions, wearing black t-shirts, light jackets, and shirts with flashy patterns against a dark background with lighting. Their close movements and immersive poses were impressive. NCT 127 also attracted fans’ attention by sharing album pre-order and pre-streaming links through their official website and social media. The ’BLINGY’ album is considered even more special as it commemorates NCT’s 10th anniversary. Meanwhile, NCT 127 has received great love both domestically and internationally for their diverse music and performances, and through this comeback, they plan to meet fans with new musical attempts and highly polished stages.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT’s Taeyong has raised anticipation for the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon SUMMER stage. He is set to shine on stage with a powerful performance at this event and expressed his passion while communicating with fans through official SNS. Taeyong caught attention with his styling, pairing a black coat, white shirt, and jeans. Notably, his short blonde hair and the button decorations on his coat stood out. This Gayo Daejeon is being prepared with the participation of not only Taeyong but all NCT members together. Taeyong conveyed love and support to fans along with the event hashtag, further raising fans’ expectations. He plans to continue active promotions soon through various stages and content. The 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon SUMMER is a large-scale music festival featuring diverse artists, and Taeyong’s participation is drawing even greater interest. Fans and music lovers are eagerly looking forward to Taeyong’s stage.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X has announced their comeback by revealing the tracklist for their new mini-album, ’The Phase.’ The album, scheduled for release at 1 PM (KST) on the 4th, was unveiled through Monsta X’s official SNS channels along with an image of the tracklist. The sleek design features white lines flowing over a black background, with a model airplane and fragment shapes arranged together, adding a visual sense of mystery. The album title ’The Phase’ and the hashtag ’MAGIC’ were also posted, hinting that this work will capture special changes and magical moments. Fans are raising their expectations for Monsta X’s distinctive intense yet delicate musical style ahead of this comeback. Meanwhile, Monsta X is continuing active promotions this year with various musical activities and confirmed participation in major domestic and international events such as the Asia Artist Awards (AAA 2026) and the KasCool Festival. The album ’The Phase’ is regarded as an important milestone where Monsta X will showcase a more diverse and mature musical world.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Hong Jin-young celebrated her birthday by expressing gratitude to her fans and sharing an update on her recent life. Recently, Hong Jin-young posted on her SNS, ″There are still two hours left until my birthday~~😆 #ThankYouForTheWishes #AllOfUs #Let’sLiveHappily💕,″ sharing a glimpse of her simple daily life. In the photos released with the post, Hong Jin-young posed comfortably in front of a coffee shop and outdoors, wearing a black tank top and jeans. She smiled and looked directly at the camera, exuding a bright and relaxed atmosphere that drew warm responses from fans. Recently, Hong Jin-young has been consistently communicating with her fans by sharing moments such as enjoying a leisurely meal at a brunch cafe and relaxing while feeling the breeze on a green lawn. On her birthday, she expressed gratitude for her fans’ unwavering love and made fans look forward to her continuing various activities with happiness and good health.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Hwasa revealed the aftermath of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang mentioning her on the SBS variety show ″My Ugly Duckling.″ In the broadcast on the 9th, Hwasa was shown visiting Namdaemun Market with Han Hye-jin. At this moment, Han Hye-jin brought up the story of Jensen Huang mentioning Hwasa and asked about the background. Hwasa said she received more congratulatory messages than when she won first place with ″Goodbye″ on a music show. She added, ″I don’t know much about stocks and am ignorant about the economy. I live obsessed with music, so I didn’t know.″ Hwasa thought that Jensen Huang might have studied K-pop, and not believing it, she personally delivered a letter and album. She also said she felt sincerity when she saw Jensen Huang mention her story before leaving the country. Hwasa honestly wrote in the letter, ″I didn’t know much, but just knowing that there is one person who loves me makes me very happy.″ Meanwhile, Han Hye-jin joked, ″Then why didn’t you just ask for 100 shares of stock?″ and Hwasa said, ″Everyone around me kept asking if I got anything,″ causing laughter. Earlier, CEO Jensen Huang appeared on the tvN variety show ″You Quiz on the Block,″ expressing his love for Hwasa’s music and mentioning her new songs ″So Cute″ and ″Good Goodbye.″ He praised Hwasa as ″an exceptionally talented dancer and a great vocalist.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa successfully completed the first show of their fourth world tour held at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. The ’2026-27 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK : COMPLaeXITY’ took place over two days on August 7 and 8, attracting a total of 35,000 attendees. This concert was structured around a newly developed universe starting from their second full album ’LEMONADE,’ consisting of five sections: ’Singularity Occurrence - Intrusion - Confinement - Awakening – Resolution.’ Each section featured different concepts and stories, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the performance by following clues hidden throughout the stage. The show began with a VCR depicting a hacked state of ’MY WORLD,’ followed by powerful performances of ’LEMONADE,’ ’Switchblade,’ ’Whiplash,’ ’Black Mamba,’ and ’WDA (Whole Different Animal).’ The mood then shifted with bright and lyrical songs such as ’Count On Me,’ ’Thirsty,’ ’Can’t Help Myself,’ ’Angel #48,’ ’Camouflage,’ and ’KISS N TELL.’ Solo stages were also prepared for each member. Karina showcased her style with the R&B dance track ’16 Bit,’ and Winter revealed her unique color through ’Saddle Up.’ Giselle demonstrated her musical abilities with ’BYEB4HELLO,’ while Ningning performed the ballad ’I Love You But I Gotta Let You Go.’ Unit stages included Karina and Winter’s ’Serenade’ and Giselle and Ningning’s ’Lollipop,’ both of which will be released on various music platforms at 6 PM on the 9th. The concert’s energy was further heightened with performances of hit songs such as ’Armageddon,’ ’Drama,’ ’Next Level,’ and ’Supernova.’ aespa expressed, ″I’m happy to perform at Gocheok Dome for the first time and to be back in Seoul after a long time. Thanks to everyone, we were able to hold such a large-scale concert. We will create more opportunities to see you often, so please look forward to it.″ Starting with this Gocheok Dome concert, aespa will continue their fourth world tour, touring a total of 25 regions including North America, South America, and Europe. Fans enhanced the atmosphere with placards and group chants.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On August 8, marking Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary, Melon recorded a cumulative streaming count of 14.3 billion. Lim Young Woong’s cumulative Melon streams increased by 100 million in about three weeks from 14.2 billion on the 18th of last month, setting a new record. This figure represents the cumulative record achieved as a solo artist, not as a group. Cumulative Melon streaming is a metric that rises when multiple songs are repeatedly played over a long period, reflecting the continuous consumption of songs released by Lim Young Woong since debut. Lim Young Woong debuted on August 8, 2016, and has presented various songs such as ″Love Always Runs Away,″ ″Our Blues,″ ″Can We Meet Again,″ ″Rainbow,″ ″London Boy,″ ″Polaroid,″ ″Grains of Sand,″ and ″Do or Die.″ Songs from multiple genres, including ballads and trot, have contributed to the cumulative record through their streams. The steady support of the fandom ″Hero Era″ also influenced the achievement of this record. Fans continue to listen not only to new songs but also to existing tracks, maintaining Lim Young Woong’s music consumption. The audience spans from middle-aged to younger generations. On the occasion of the 10th debut anniversary, Lim Young Woong posted a lengthy message on the fan cafe, recalling, ″Ten years ago today, I was actually someone who found the word ’debut’ quite awkward,″ and expressed gratitude by saying, ″Looking back, I was always lacking, but you made me the best.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Christopher Nolan’s film ″Odyssey″ surpassed 2 million cumulative viewers within 6 days of its release. According to the Integrated Computerized Ticketing System, as of 6:04 AM on the 10th, ″Odyssey″ recorded a total audience of 2,006,344. This record is 6 days faster than ″The Man Who Lives with the King,″ which attracted 16.9 million viewers, and Nolan’s previous work ″Oppenheimer,″ and even one day ahead of ″Avatar: The Way of Water.″ After surpassing 1 million viewers on the 4th day of release, it added another 1 million in just two days. From the 7th to the 9th, during its opening weekend, ″Odyssey″ attracted 1,333,436 viewers, ranking first in the overall box office. During the same period, ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ drew 1.26 million viewers, taking second place. It also stood out in seat occupancy rates. As of the 9th, ″Odyssey″ recorded a seat occupancy rate of 72.1%, showing high numbers despite having fewer screens than ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day.″ The reservation rate was 63.5%, and the actual audience rating, CGV Golden Egg Index, maintained 97%. ″Odyssey″ depicts the journey of the hero Odysseus (played by Matt Damon), who led the Trojan War to victory, returning to his homeland Ithaca. Matt Damon plays Odysseus, Anne Hathaway his wife Penelope, and Tom Holland their son Telemachus. The film is currently showing in theaters nationwide.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Choi Yena (YENA) took the stage at ’Waterbomb Busan 2026,’ held on the 8th at Lotte World Adventure Busan in Gijang-gun, Busan, delivering various songs and adding to the excitement of the summer festival. Choi Yena performed several songs consecutively on stage, including ″Catch Catch,″ ″Nemo Nemo,″ ″Good Morning,″ ″364,″ ″Lxxk 2 U,″ and ″SMILEY.″ For the encore, she passionately sang ″WithOrWithOut.″ On stage, she caught attention by wearing a full-body suit reminiscent of an animated character, showcasing live vocals and performance with unique styling. She created a refreshing atmosphere with water cannons and actively interacted with the audience. Choi Yena is scheduled to hold an encore solo concert titled ″Started from Nemo, This Elusive Otherworld: The Movie″ on the 22nd and 23rd at Jangchung Gymnasium in Jung-gu, Seoul. She is also receiving love calls from various brands in alcohol, gaming, and skincare, and is currently appearing as an MC on SBS variety show ″My Remaining Love.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV variety show ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ concluded its ultra-short overseas trip with the second story of the six members’ ’neighboring overseas vacation.’ In this episode, the members enjoyed a travel concept experiencing the UK, Malaysia, Thailand, Switzerland, France, and Italy all in Gyeonggi Gapyeong and Gangwon Chuncheon. The broadcast recorded a nationwide Nielsen Korea viewership rating of 7.0%, ranking first in its time slot. In particular, the scene where Moon Se-yoon and Lee Ki-taek looked at the scenery from the center of the Unak Mountain suspension bridge recorded the highest minute rating of 9.9%. The six members converted the mileage earned through missions into coins and rested at a French-style base camp. Moon Se-yoon, Lee Jun, and DinDin, who earned many coins, showed off a ’coin flex’ and spent a leisurely time. Afterwards, they moved to an Italian-themed village to participate in the ’World Mileage Festival,’ competing to increase their assets by betting their coins at six game booths. An event was also held where coin papers ranging from 0 to 50 coins were scattered from the sky. In the evening, a fine dining auction offering a total of 13 course dishes was held. The members bid with their coins, engaging in psychological warfare, and most succeeded in winning at least once. Lee Yong-jin saved his coins until the end and won the last course for the first time, but the menu was revealed to be ’olive oil and lemon juice,’ so he finished the meal by drinking olive oil on an empty stomach. Next, a 3:3 team match called ’1 Night Chameleon,’ a sleeping spot luck mission, took place. The ’Ko Yong-taek Team,’ consisting of Kim Jong-min, Lee Yong-jin, and Lee Ki-taek, lost all missions and was assigned to sleep outdoors, while Moon Se-yoon, Lee Jun, and DinDin’s ’Jun Moon-cheol Team’ stayed comfortably indoors. The next morning, the members performed a wake-up mission to adjust their suitcase weight to 10kg. Kim Jong-min, DinDin, Lee Jun, and Lee Yong-jin passed the mission one by one and succeeded in leaving early, receiving direct flight tickets to Korea. On the other hand, Moon Se-yoon and Lee Ki-taek received tickets that passed through the mountain and had to climb Unak Mountain in the rain as a penalty for leaving late. It was revealed that Lee Ki-taek has been assigned a leaving penalty every time except once since joining ’2 Days & 1 Night,’ and after the recent group hike on Paldal Mountain, he was assigned a hiking penalty for two consecutive times. He said, ″I thought I wouldn’t get it anymore, but I keep getting it.″ Moon Se-yoon and Lee Ki-taek wore raincoats and climbed for about 40 minutes in the rain to reach the Unak Mountain suspension bridge, taking commemorative photos to conclude the trip. ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ airs every Sunday at 6:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NEXZ members communicated with fans through the ’Ride the Car’ content after a long time, sharing updates and various episodes. In this broadcast, NEXZ expressed their feelings about returning to ’Ride the Car’ after about five months, shared their impressions of participating in the recent Gayo Daejeon summer stage, and described the atmosphere on site. The members enjoyed watching a kindergarten concept video in the waiting room after the stage, and also shared experiences such as meeting various artists and receiving albums from senior singers. They especially mentioned that performing on a stage with many artists gathered was a special experience since it had been a while. The members mentioned that communication with fans has increased recently and that they plan to meet fans frequently in the future. They also talked about changes in each member’s style, stage outfits, and recent language and musical changes they are practicing. During the broadcast, they expressed anticipation for the upcoming new song and tracklist, while stating their intention to refrain from spoilers for the fans. Throughout the broadcast, they read fans’ comments in real time and provided various fan services such as short skits and acting among members, and impromptu singing. Regarding questions about the new song and album that fans were curious about, they answered that they would talk about it after the release. The members also showed confidence in acting and comedy, performing skits with fans on the spot. Finally, NEXZ left a message of support for fans while previewing their future activities, including a South America tour and KCON. At the end of the broadcast, they concluded by encouraging fans to stay strong and greeting them in various languages.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT 127 has released a track video teaser for ″Piñata,″ a song from their upcoming 7th full-length album, ″BLINGY.″ The album is scheduled to be released on August 24 at 6 PM. Fans can pre-order the album through the official website and various SNS channels. Related content and news can also be found on NCT 127’s official YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook. The fan community, NCTzen 127 official channel, is operated on Weverse. Additional information about the album is provided through the official homepage and links. The teaser video features the caption, ″Soon. We can’t go wrong. One time.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jo Hyun-ah recently shared an update along with her changed appearance. On the 9th, Jo Hyun-ah announced Urban Zakapa’s comeback and revealed her photo. Urban Zakapa is set to release a new single on the 11th. Jo Hyun-ah mentioned her diet experience using Wegovy, saying, ″Even while taking Wegovy, I kept feeling hungry. I ate six meals a day.″ She also explained on her YouTube channel ’Jo Hyun-ah’s Ordinary Thursday Night,’ ″’Breaking through Wegovy’ articles were flooding in. Headlines like ’Jo Hyun-ah, how did she beat Wegovy?’ appeared a lot. I took Wegovy for about three months, and I think I lost weight too quickly. That’s why I experienced yo-yo effect,″ explaining why she stopped using Wegovy. In a conversation with Kang Mina, Jo Hyun-ah asked, ″You don’t seem to have yo-yo effect,″ and Kang Mina replied, ″I gained weight and then lost it again. This time, there is a scene in ’Tomorrow at Work!’ where I wear a rash guard. Since I had to wear a swimsuit, I was in a hurry to lose weight.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 To celebrate the 10th anniversary of singer Lim Young Woong’s debut, fan clubs across the country engaged in various donation activities. The Lim Young Woong fan club ’Youngwoong Era The HERO Top Gangwon’ commemorated the 10th anniversary by donating 5 million won, raised voluntarily by its members, to the Good Neighbors Gangwon Central Branch. Good Neighbors announced on the 10th that the donation will be used to support abused children in the Gangwon region and for child abuse prevention projects. ’Youngwoong Era The HERO Top Gangwon’ has continuously practiced sharing, including last year’s donation of funds and goods to the Good Neighbors Gangwon Regional Headquarters for vulnerable female youth. In Busan, the Lim Young Woong fan club ’Youngwoong Era Busan Together Woong Donation Room’ has donated a total of 10 million won to the cerebral palsy disabled soccer team ’Ottogi FC.’ On the 7th, the fan club visited Ottogi FC and delivered the donation collected by its members. The funds will be used for improving the training environment, supporting sports equipment, and covering participation fees for competitions, among other operational expenses. A representative of ’Youngwoong Era Busan Together Woong Donation Room’ stated that they joined the donation to celebrate Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary and to share the comfort and inspiration received through music with society. An Ottogi FC representative expressed gratitude for the continuous interest over the past year and the 10 million won donation. In Tongyeong, Gyeongnam, the fan club ’Youngwoong Era Tongyeong’ donated 5 million won to Tongyeong City to support low-income vulnerable groups in celebration of Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary (August 8). Since 2022, the total amount donated to the local community has reached 15 million won. ’Youngwoong Era Tongyeong’ has also participated in donating clothing and daily necessities in addition to monetary donations. This donation will be deposited into the ’Tongyeong Happiness Fund’ and used for welfare projects for low-income vulnerable groups. Mayor Kang Seok-ju of Tongyeong expressed gratitude for the fan club’s consistent sharing. Each fan club stated that they will continue to share with the local community in honor of Lim Young Woong’s positive influence.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV weekend mini-series ″The Completion of Marriage″ recorded its highest ratings with a peak of 11.2% in minute-by-minute ratings and 8.8% nationwide ratings (according to Nielsen Korea) in the final episode aired on August 9. This set a new personal best rating, securing first place among dramas airing at the same time slot and achieving the highest ratings ever for a KBS weekend mini-series. In the finale, Kang Tae-joo (played by Namgung Min) fulfilled his duty as a doctor despite injuries and crises, successfully completing the emergency surgery of Kim Kyung-ae (played by Lee Sang-hee), the wife of Noh Man-hee (played by Kim Dae-myung). After confirming the success of his wife’s surgery, Noh Man-hee tried to take all the blame and attempted to take his own life, but Kang Tae-joo stopped him. Kang Tae-joo said, ″Neither you nor your wife can run away easily. Live and pay for your sins,″ and Noh Man-hee was arrested by the police. Meanwhile, Choi Chi-woong (played by Woo Ji-hyun) infiltrated the hospital and attacked Go Se-yoon (played by Lee Seol), but the police arrived and subdued him while Go Se-yoon resisted. Despite a serious injury to his hand, Kang Tae-joo personally operated on Go Se-yoon. Later, Go Se-yoon reviewed the original video of Kang Tae-joo drunkenly saying, ″Please get rid of my wife,″ and realized that Kang Tae-joo’s true intention was to free his wife for her sake. After all the incidents were resolved, Go Se-yoon said, ″This time, I will let go. Let’s get a divorce,″ and Kang Tae-joo accepted, saying, ″This is how differently we love.″ The two chose their own paths without blaming each other. In the ending, Kang Tae-joo and Go Se-yoon reunited at the forest burial site on the anniversary of their daughter Ha-yoon’s death after their divorce. They asked about each other’s well-being, shared gentle smiles, and walked together along the forest path. The production team expressed, ″We sincerely thank all the actors and staff who gave their passion and fighting spirit, and the viewers who sent their warm love until the very end.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWICE member Jeongyeon recently shared photos of her current life in Jeju Island on her social media. On the 9th, Jeongyeon posted several pictures without any caption, showcasing a comfortable style wearing a black short-sleeve T-shirt, wide denim pants, and a hat. The photos captured her spending a vacation against the backdrop of a quiet Jeju Island landscape with stone walls. Jeongyeon previously took steroid medication during treatment for a cervical disc issue, which led to a diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome. At that time, she experienced side effects such as weight gain, paused her activities, and focused on recovery. Recently, it was revealed through tvN’s You Quiz on the Block that Jeongyeon had been diagnosed with Cushing’s syndrome. In the photos, Jeongyeon drew attention with a healthy and bright appearance. Despite the natural styling, she showed clear facial features and a refreshing atmosphere. Jeongyeon’s older sister, Gong Seung-yeon, also showed support by liking the post. Meanwhile, TWICE, the group Jeongyeon belongs to, wrapped up their world tour ″THIS IS FOR″ at KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul, last July.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa held their first solo concert at Gocheok Sky Dome since their debut, showcasing the status of the 7th-year group. On the 7th and 8th, aespa held the Seoul performance of their fourth world tour, ″2026-27 aespa Live Tour - SYNK : COMPLEXITY,″ at Gocheok Sky Dome in Guro-gu, Seoul, marking the start of the tour. Over the two days, 35,000 fans attended the concert, and despite the heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, all four floors were fully packed. The concert featured aespa’s newly developed worldview, centered around their second full album ″Lemonade,″ divided into five sections (Singularity Occurrence - Invasion - Confinement - Awakening - Resolution), which captivated the audience. Starting with the opening song ″Lemonade,″ various tracks followed, including ″Switchblade,″ ″Whiplash,″ their debut song ″Black Mamba,″ and ″Hold Different Animal.″ In the second section, bright and lyrical songs such as ″Count On Me,″ ″Sour Candy,″ ″Can’t Help Myself,″ and ″Kiss and Tell″ were performed live with handheld microphones. Solo and unit stages for each member were also prepared. Karina performed ″16 Bit,″ which she co-wrote, Winter presented a cowgirl concept with ″Saddle Up,″ Giselle performed a floor-lying act in ″Bye Bye Hello,″ and Ningning performed ″I Love U But I Gotta Let U Go″ accompanied by string instruments. Additionally, the unit stages ″Serenade″ by Karina and Winter, and ″Lollipop″ by Giselle and Ningning, which were pre-released at the Tokyo Dome concert, were also performed. Both songs will be officially released on various music platforms at 6 PM on the 9th. In the latter part of the concert, hit songs such as ″Armageddon,″ ″Drama,″ ″Next Level,″ and ″Supernova″ were performed, and the encore included ″YEPPI YEPPI″ and ″My Plan,″ totaling 27 songs over 2 hours and 30 minutes. The members concluded the concert by making eye contact with their fans. Winter said, ″I am so happy and grateful that we were able to finish the concert happily without anyone getting hurt over the two days. I am so thankful that our MYs filled the venue like this. I never imagined we could really fill this place. We will continue to work hard and show you many new and improved sides, so please look forward to it.″ Giselle said, ″We prepared hard for this concert. We wanted to prepare a stage that MYs would like, and I hope you enjoyed it. Because you cheered so hard, we were able to enjoy the stage as well. Thank you for coming all this way despite the heat and distance. Everything is thanks to MY. Thank you and I love you.″ Ningning said, ″Thank you for today. I had a really fun time. Thank you so much for making time for us. We will continue to show you better sides. Now that the tour is starting, I am really looking forward to meeting people all over the world. We will prepare hard.″ Karina said, ″I had so much fun over the two days. We plan to continue the tour until next year. We will be a hardworking aespa, and I hope these two days of performances become precious memories for you. For us, today is already an unforgettable memory. Thank you for always choosing aespa. We will become an even cooler aespa. Please look forward to it.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RESCENE achieved a triple crown on music shows with their remake single ″Pretty Girl.″ On the 8th, they took first place on MBC’s ″Show! Music Core″ without appearing, adding a third music show trophy with ″Pretty Girl.″ Previously, RESCENE had ranked first on SBS Life’s ″The Show″ and ″Show! Music Core,″ and by topping ″Show! Music Core″ again this time, they proved the consistent popularity of their remake song. It was notable that they added a trophy even after their official music show activities had ended. RESCENE (Woni, Live, Minami, Mei, Jenna) also took first place on SBS’s ″Inkigayo″ with the title track ″LOVE ATTACK″ from their first mini-album ″SCENEDROME.″ This brings the total number of music show trophies RESCENE has received to four. ″Pretty Girl″ is a remake song that reinterprets the original with RESCENE’s unique style, demonstrating the power of remakes by consecutively ranking first on music shows centered on new songs. On music charts, both ″Pretty Girl″ and ″LOVE ATTACK″ are ranking high. ″Pretty Girl″ is climbing various music charts, while ″LOVE ATTACK″ is also showing strength on major charts including Melon Top 100.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lim Young Woong expressed gratitude to fans on the occasion of his 10th debut anniversary. Lim Young Woong, who debuted on August 8, 2016, with the digital single ″Miwooyo,″ shared his thoughts on the 10th anniversary through official social media and his fan cafe. In a post on the fan cafe, Lim Young Woong recalled his debut days as ″a beginning where I released just one or two songs without any TV broadcasts,″ and said, ″I had nothing, but I fought with myself every day with the mantra in my heart, ’I will become the best singer someday.’″ He expressed deep thanks to fans, saying, ″Looking back, I was always lacking, but you made me the best. I am truly grateful that you not only recognized me but chose me.″ He also said, ″Each and every one of you who plays my songs and shouts my name until your voice is hoarse at concerts is my stage and my reason,″ and added, ″I will continue to be someone who sings by your side for a long time.″ Lim Young Woong gained public attention by winning the final victory on TV Chosun’s ″Mr. Trot″ in 2020. Every song he released afterward ranked high on music charts, and his first full-length album ″I’m Hero (IM HERO),″ released in May 2022, surpassed 1.1 million copies in initial sales for a solo artist. He also maintained top positions on major domestic music charts such as Melon for an extended period. He has also stood out in performances as well as music activities. He sold out all seats at large venues such as KSPO DOME (Gymnastics Stadium), Gocheok Sky Dome, and Seoul World Cup Stadium (Sangam), and has a fandom capable of filling the Jamsil Olympic Main Stadium, which is currently being remodeled. From September 4 to 6, he is scheduled to hold a solo concert titled ″IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2 IN GOYANG″ at the main stadium of Goyang Sports Complex in Gyeonggi Province. Lim Young Woong has proven himself to be an artist with music, albums, and popularity by winning grand prizes at major domestic award ceremonies such as MMA (Melon Music Awards), Golden Disc Awards, and Seoul Music Awards.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 JTBC’s ’Tokpawon 25 Hours’ is preparing a broadcast on the 10th at 8:50 PM introducing various travel destinations such as Aruba, Lisbon in Portugal, and Hawaii. Tyler will share information and knowledge about each region in this broadcast. The preview video features scenes of water tubing, rope swinging, and scorpion shots at Eagle Beach in Aruba, along with eating scenes. In the one-month living segment in Lisbon, Portugal, scenes include a view of the river from inside a house, locals enjoying tram rides, and walking around Conomesio Square. In the Lisbon-related video, Lee Chan-won said ″I can see it right away″ upon seeing the river view. Then, when Tyler mistakenly said ’factory’ instead of ’square,’ Lee Chan-won mentioned, ″Oh! This is the first time I’ve seen Tyler make a Korean language mistake.″ There is also a segment called ’House Tour Around the World in Hawaii,’ where viewers can enjoy a penthouse in downtown Hawaii, ocean-view mansions, and cityscape views. After seeing the Hawaiian scenery, Lee Chan-won said, ″I really approve of this!″ and reacted with ″Wow~!″ when the ocean view appeared. The broadcast includes a game guessing the house price, highlighting the mansion’s feature that every room has an ocean view. The price of the mansion, which surprised the cast, will be revealed in the broadcast on the 10th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RIIZE participated with their voice in the audio learning project ″Idols Tell You Korean History for the College Scholastic Ability Test,″ jointly presented by the Ministry of Education and EBS. This audio content features K-pop artists reading questions, providing explanations, and delivering messages of encouragement. It is based on Korean history questions from the past five years of the College Scholastic Ability Test, mock exams, and academic assessments. RIIZE released the first five questions on August 3 and an additional five questions on August 10. ″Idols Tell You Korean History for the College Scholastic Ability Test″ is an audio learning material designed to help listeners think of answers on their own while listening to the questions and then learn important concepts through the following explanations. It is designed for not only test-takers but also the general public who want to study Korean history again. RIIZE said, ″I felt it was refreshing that studying could be easier and more fun by listening with our ears,″ adding, ″I hope our voices can be a small encouragement for those moving toward their goals.″ A total of 10 artist teams are participating in this project, with each team producing audio for 10 Korean history questions. The content can be listened to for free on the ’Together School’ website and app operated by the Ministry of Education and EBS, with new questions released sequentially every Monday at 9 a.m. Meanwhile, RIIZE will hold a fan meeting, ″Ch. RIIZE: ON AIR,″ to celebrate their 3rd debut anniversary on September 12 and 13 at Incheon Inspire Arena.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 To celebrate Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary, the fan club carried out donation and support activities in the local community. The Lim Young Woong fan club ’Youngwoong Era Busan Together Woong Donation Room’ visited the Busan cerebral palsy disabled soccer team ’Ottogi FC’ on the 7th and delivered a cumulative donation of 10 million won. This donation will be used for improving the players’ training environment, supporting sports equipment, and covering participation fees for competitions. The fan club has continued its support over the past year, and this assistance was made to commemorate Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary. A representative of ’Youngwoong Era Busan Together Woong Donation Room’ stated, ″We joined the donation to celebrate the meaningful moment of singer Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary together and to give back to society the deep comfort and emotion the singer has conveyed through music with warm sharing.″ They added, ″The passion and challenging spirit of Ottogi FC players, who do not give up despite difficult circumstances and run across the field, resemble Lim Young Woong’s positive influence, which led us to decide on continuous support.″ Another fan club, ’Youngwoong Era Tongyeong,’ visited Tongyeong City on August 7th and donated 5 million won to support low-income vulnerable groups. Since 2022, the total amount of donations delivered to Tongyeong City has reached 15 million won. By year, 2 million won was donated in 2022, 5 million won in 2023, 3 million won in 2024, and 5 million won this year. ’Youngwoong Era Tongyeong’ has also participated in donating goods such as clothing and daily necessities in addition to monetary donations. ’Youngwoong Era Tongyeong’ said, ″We find it even more meaningful to practice sharing with fans in this significant year commemorating Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary,″ and added, ″We will continue to share steadily to deliver warm hope to the local community by following Lim Young Woong’s positive influence.″ Kang Seok-ju, mayor of Tongyeong City, expressed, ″We deeply thank the members of Youngwoong Era Tongyeong for their unwavering sharing for the neighbors in need in the region,″ and said, ″We will use the fans’ warm hearts carefully so that they can be well delivered to those in need.″ This donation will be deposited into the ’Tongyeong Happiness Fund’ and used for welfare projects for low-income vulnerable groups. The ’Tongyeong Happiness Fund’ is a project that establishes annual sharing project plans based on voluntary donations from citizens and companies from all walks of life and promotes customized welfare projects such as support for silver cars for low-income groups, caregiving expenses for single-person households, and side dish support. A representative of Ottogi FC said, ″We sincerely thank the members of ’Youngwoong Era Busan Together Woong Donation Room’ who delivered a large donation of 10 million won with continuous interest over a year, not just a one-time event,″ and added, ″With the warm support we received, the players will do their best to play on the field with more confidence.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ZEROBASEONE released the title track ″Existence″ from their second Japanese EP ″回帰LOVE″ at midnight on the 10th. This title track was created by the Japanese piano trio band Omoinotake for ZEROBASEONE, characterized by the band’s sensibility and the members’ intense vocal tones. The new album includes a total of three songs: the title track, the original Japanese song ″Aphrodite,″ and the Japanese version of ″Top 5.″ To celebrate their Japanese comeback, ZEROBASEONE has put up posters at major stations in 47 prefectures and is conducting local promotional activities such as playing the new song as background music at Ikebukuro Sunshine City and Shibuya Center-gai Street. ″回帰LOVE″ is scheduled to be officially released on various online music platforms starting at midnight on the 19th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hwang Chi-yeul recently shared a selfie taken at the gym on their SNS. They posted several recent photos along with the caption ″It’s hot.″ In the revealed photos, Hwang Chi-yeul was posing shirtless in front of a gym mirror. Their broad shoulders, arm muscles, and defined back muscles were visible. Additionally, they showcased a style wearing only a dark gray oversized suit jacket on their bare body, without a shirt or innerwear. The combination of chest muscles and a silver pendant necklace also caught attention. Meanwhile, Hwang Chi-yeul held a concert titled ″Us, Summer″ at Nodeul Island Live House on the 4th of last month.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen (Jiwon, Jay, Jake, Seonghoon, Sunwoo, Nikki) held the Busan concert of the world tour ’BLOOD SAGA’ at Busan Sajik Indoor Gymnasium on August 8 and 9. At this concert, they premiered the stage of the title track ″Bloody Paradise″ from their 8th mini album ″THE SIN : BLISS.″ The Busan concert was attended by a total of 14,000 spectators, with 7,000 per show, and tickets were sold out during the pre-sale phase. Enhypen performed 28 songs over 160 minutes, sharing a deep connection with their fans. The concert began with powerful performances such as ″Knife,″ ″Daydream,″ ″Outside,″ and ″Brought The Heat Back,″ and drew enthusiastic responses from the audience with various songs including ″Paranormal,″ ″Go Big or Go Home,″ and ″Future Perfect (Pass the MIC).″ The atmosphere softened during songs like ″Big Girls Don’t Cry,″ ″No Doubt,″ ″Sleep Tight,″ ″Bills,″ and ″Moonstruck.″ In the latter part of the concert, songs like ″Lost Island,″ ″XO,″ ″Helium,″ and ″SHOUT OUT″ followed, further closing the distance with the audience. The stage for ″Bloody Paradise″ is a Brazilian funk-based dance song characterized by step-centered choreography and dynamic yet precise movements. The song expresses the paradise of lovers who look only at each other in the face of crisis. Julia Lewis (JULiA LEWiS) participated in the producing, and Gaeko of Dynamic Duo co-wrote the lyrics. The ″BLOOD SAGA″ tour began in May at the KSPO DOME in Seoul, and then met approximately 193,000 spectators through 12 performances in eight cities across North and South America, including São Paulo, Lima, Mexico City, Dallas, San Diego, Tacoma, Oakland, and Las Vegas. In Latin America, the São Paulo Stadium with 41,000 seats was sold out, and the Mexico City concert was expanded to three shows. The Busan concert followed immediately after the North and South America tour. During the concert, Enhypen said, ″All the members seem to be making better memories than expected, so we thank our Engine fans,″ adding, ″We will show you our most confident and coolest selves in this promotion, so please look forward to it. We will run with this energy until the end of our activities. Let’s share our future together.″ Enhypen will officially release the 8th mini album ″THE SIN : BLISS″ at 1 PM on the 21st, and prior to that, the main visual film and photos will be released sequentially at 10 PM on the 10th and midnight on the 11th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group KiiiKiii released their third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii″ at 6 p.m. on the 10th through various music streaming sites and began their comeback activities. The album ″WhyKiiiKiii″ is titled after the Hawaiian resort ″Waikiki″ in the United States, containing KiiiKiii’s unique answer to the question ″Why KiiiKiii?″ Composed of Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, and Kiya, KiiiKiii will showcase a distinctive musical style, sensibility, and an expanded musical spectrum through this album, according to their agency Starship Entertainment. The album includes a total of six tracks: the title track ″Pop Off Pop Off,″ ″Ever2Late!,″ ″Hey Hi,″ ″SWEET SOUR,″ ″Candy Pink Magic Hole Flip Phone (What Should I Do?),″ and ″Blue Hour.″ KiiiKiii blends various genres such as electronic pop, hyperpop, and synth-pop with the members’ unique vocals and emotions to create a distinctive flow. The title track ″Pop Off Pop Off″ is an electronic synth-pop song based on intense synth sounds. The song combines a stylish beat, an addictive chorus, summer-evoking lyrics like ″burning hot″ and ″a sandcastle built on whim,″ and KiiiKiii’s characteristic cheerful wit to complete a ″KiiiKiii-style summer song.″ Additionally, catchy and intuitive choreography, including crossing limbs and stretching out coolly, maximizes the song’s energy. KiiiKiii plans to continue various comeback activities along with the release of this album.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The tvN variety show ’Universe Rice Cake Shop’ recorded a rise in viewership ratings in its second episode. The second episode, aired on the 7th, depicted Lee Eun-ji, Mimi, Lee Young-ji, and Ahn Yu-jin adapting to running the rice cake shop. On that day’s broadcast, the nationwide household average rating was 3.0%, with a peak of 3.7%. In the metropolitan area, the average rating was 3.1%, peaking at 4.0%, securing first place in the same time slot on cable and general programming channels for two consecutive weeks. The nationwide average rating rose by 0.1 percentage points compared to the previous week. Before opening, Lee Eun-ji, Mimi, Lee Young-ji, and Ahn Yu-jin arrived at Universe Rice Cake Shop Earth Branch No. 1 and performed a business opening ritual. Lee Young-ji said, ″Even if we fight, let’s fight in front of the cameras; even if my pants fall off, let it be on screen, and no matter what conflicts, competition, or pain we face, I hope we can overcome it,″ as she bit into an apple placed on the ritual table. The members learned how to make garaetteok for tteokbokki, jeolpyeon for the spicy pollack clam star dish, and baeksulgi for the chestnut tiramisu, and experienced the difficulties of running the rice cake shop by cleaning various equipment. Lee Young-ji reflected, ″I’m sorry for saying I’d pull the rice cake. It was just a passing comment. I thought no one would take me seriously.″ During the final check through a soft opening, Lee Eun-ji was shown politely handling complaints from the production team. On opening day, various situations unfolded, such as Lee Young-ji and Lee Eun-ji competing over aprons when arriving at work, and a storm blowing into the kitchen, disrupting the household chores. When no customers came to the store, a staff strike broke out after Lee Young-ji criticized Ahn Yu-jin’s photography, and Lee Young-ji continued promoting the store alone. Lee Eun-ji and Ahn Yu-jin expressed frustration toward the owner who was focused on business. Lee Young-ji confided in Mimi, saying, ″I’m the main and the boss, but am I weird for scolding the people taking photos during opening hours? Am I being a strict boss?″ Mimi gave advice on managing staff. Later, Lee Young-ji eased the atmosphere by giving aprons to the two and complimenting them. However, when Mimi told her to stay in place in the kitchen, she was flustered, saying, ″You told me to catch it before.″ Mimi kept slicing jeolpyeon even though no orders had come in, and Lee Eun-ji and Ahn Yu-jin received their first reservation customers. Mimi succeeded in business with her captivating speech. With the support of the village chief, the hall was fully booked, and business continued with waiting customers.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Simon Dominic (Samdi) has attracted attention by revealing his recent success in bulking up by about 20kg. Recently, Samdi appeared on the YouTube channel ’Life84’ and introduced his workout routine. He stated that he combines fasted cardio, weight training, and boxing, and spends most weekdays exercising. Looking at his past photos, Samdi said, ″I was so skinny I looked like an alien. I feel best now.″ Gian84 added, ″About three years ago, he weighed around 56kg, but through health training and boxing, he increased to 76kg.″ Regarding the reason he started working out, Samdi mentioned a past experience when a burglar broke into his home, saying, ″I wondered what would have happened if I had encountered the burglar. I felt I needed to prepare for such a situation.″ On the 8th, the official Waterbomb Busan SNS released a video of Samdi on stage. In the video, Samdi appeared shirtless, revealing his abs and muscular physique. His changed appearance from his previously skinny frame drew attention. After starting his workout routine, Samdi gained about 20kg, and although he later lost some weight for performance activities, he is still reported to maintain solid muscles and a healthy physique. Meanwhile, Samdi has been continuing various performances and broadcasting activities recently.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Heo Seong-beom revealed that he was a singer with four albums. On the August 8th broadcast of JTBC variety show ″Knowing Bros″ episode 539, the cast of ″Blood Game X″ including Hong Jin-ho, Park Ji-min, Choi Yeon-cheong, and Heo Seong-beom appeared. Heo Seong-beom stated that he released four children’s song albums when he was in the third grade of elementary school. At that time, he chose a coloring service for 10 years out of two proposals, so his children’s songs continued to play on the home phone until he turned 20. He also mentioned feeling embarrassed during his adolescence because of this. On the show, Heo Seong-beom said about offers to appear on dating programs, ″I’ve accepted all except ’I Am Solo’.″ He also explained that he went to a meeting with his ex-girlfriend for ″Transit Love″ but did not participate because it felt burdensome. He then confessed for the first time that he is currently in a relationship. Regarding his studies, he revealed that he receives a full scholarship at KAIST. Heo Seong-beom said, ″The school I attend (KAIST) offers full scholarships. The perfect score for the exam is a 4.3 GPA, but if you score below 3.0, you pay half tuition, and below 2.7, you pay full tuition. I have never paid tuition once.″ When asked if he covers his tuition with appearance fees from broadcasts, he answered, ″Half is true and half is false.″ Heo Seong-beom was born on August 6, 2000, and studied at the Gifted Education Center, Korea Science Academy of KAIST, KAIST Department of Computer Science, and the AI Graduate School. He has also appeared on Coupang Play variety show ″University War″ and Wavve variety show ″Blood Game 3.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Jo Yeo-jeong recently shared several daily life photos on her social media. On August 8th, Jo Yeo-jeong posted 20 photos without any additional explanation, updating her fans on her recent activities. In the released photos, Jo Yeo-jeong was seen spending leisurely time moving between various places such as cafes and supermarkets. She showcased a comfortable style with sunglasses and a hairband, and wore sleeveless tops and slip tops that revealed her toned figure. Even with minimal makeup, her well-maintained physique caught attention. Jo Yeo-jeong recently appeared on the YouTube channels ’On the Way to Meet’ and ’PDC’ to reveal her body management methods. She stated, ″I manage myself 365 days a year,″ and explained that she consistently diets because she really loves foods like cake, donuts, jajangmyeon, and pizza, which she cannot give up. She also said, ″If I haven’t exercised, I do 100 to as many as 200 burpee tests,″ and added, ″If that’s still not enough, I swim before going to the filming site the next day.″ Regarding the reason for dieting, she said, ″It feels like neglecting my duties,″ explaining that as an actress, she has no choice but to focus on appearance management. She mentioned, ″I have to keep shaping my body according to the character in the work,″ and feels that self-management is a responsibility she must uphold as an actress. Meanwhile, Jo Yeo-jeong is currently starring as dermatologist Ahn Soo-jung in the Coupang Play series ’Adultery Is Not the Problem Right Now.’ She debuted in 1997 with the SBS sitcom ’How Am I’ and has been active in various works including the film ’Parasite.’ ’Parasite’ surpassed 10 million viewers domestically and became the first Korean film to win the Best Picture award at the American Academy Awards.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS has surpassed 15 million followers on their official Instagram account. This is the fastest record among all K-pop groups. CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Sunghyun, Gunho) reached 15 million followers in about a year since their first post last August. As of the 5th, their Instagram followers exceeded 15 million, and as of 10 a.m. on the 8th, they recorded 15.82 million followers on TikTok and 6.24 million subscribers on YouTube, making them the K-pop boy group with the most subscribers among those who debuted in the last five years. In particular, the follower growth became remarkable after their performance at the major U.S. music festival ’Lollapalooza Chicago’ on the 1st (local time). Starting in Atlanta on the 8th, CORTIS is currently touring six cities in North America, including Los Angeles on the 13th, with the ’2026 CORTIS TOUR IN NORTH AMERICA.’ They will then perform at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul from the 22nd to the 23rd, and at Pia Arena MM in Kanagawa, Japan, from September 4th to 6th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hearts2Hearts will pre-release their first Japanese single ″ICONIC HEART″ on various global music platforms starting at midnight on the 10th, ahead of the local album release. This single album includes a total of three songs: the title track ″ICONIC HEART,″ as well as the Japanese versions of ″Lemon Tang″ and ″RUDE!″. ″ICONIC HEART″ is a lively and cute expression of the thrilling and overwhelming emotions felt while moving forward together toward a bigger world. ″Lemon Tang″ and ″RUDE!″ have been adapted into Japanese from the original songs loved by fans worldwide, adding new charm. Hearts2Hearts’ first Japanese single album will be officially released locally on the 12th. Meanwhile, Hearts2Hearts will perform on the stage of the ″2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer″ held at KINTEX in Ilsan on the 9th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong posted a lengthy message on the official fan cafe Hero Era to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their debut. Lim Young Woong reflected on their beginning, saying, ″Ten years ago today, I was actually someone who found the word ’debut’ quite awkward.″ They revealed, ″There was no grand stage, no flashy promotions, no TV broadcasts—just releasing one or two songs and producing a few CDs. That was how I started.″ Regarding the strength that helped Lim Young Woong endure their unknown days, they shared that the phrase ″I will become the best singer someday″ was always in their heart. Although they gradually gained recognition through ’Morning Yard,’ they mentioned that many people still did not know them. During this period, those who stayed by Lim Young Woong’s side were 200 to 300 fan cafe members and about a dozen to twenty fans who followed them to events. These fans arrived two hours early at venues, personally blew up 100 balloons, and shouted Lim Young Woong’s name until their voices were hoarse, even when no one knew who Lim Young Woong was. Lim Young Woong recalled, ″Wherever I went, these people arrived two hours early to hang banners, personally blew up around 100 balloons with their own mouths, and shouted my name until their voices were hoarse, even when no one knew me yet.″ In 2020, Lim Young Woong’s life changed through ’Mr. Trot.’ However, they did not take credit for reaching the top and expressed gratitude to fans, saying, ″Looking back, I was always lacking, but you made me the best.″ Lim Young Woong stated, ″Ten years ago, the spell ’I will be the best someday’—now that I think about it, it wasn’t my own vow but a promise you made to me in advance.″ They continued, ″From now on, I will remain someone who sings by your side for a long, long time,″ and ended the 10th-anniversary letter with, ″I love you, Hero Era.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama ″Married Woman Killer″ recorded a nationwide household viewership rating of 9.4% according to Nielsen Korea for its 4th episode aired on the 8th, setting a new personal best. The rating in the metropolitan area households was 8.9%, and the 20-54 age group rating was 3.3%, ranking first among all programs that day. The peak moment rating rose to 10.9%. In this episode, the Sales Team 3 of Durumi Electronics carried out an operation to deal with child sex offender Pyo Gyu-cheol (Heo Hyung-kyu). Sales Team 3 approached pretending to be someone sent by a fellow inmate of Pyo Gyu-cheol for illegal immigration and confirmed his pollen allergy history through a preliminary medical interview. Yoo Bo-na (Gong Hyo-jin) suggested a meeting during the transfer, mentioning that the last victim child still lived in the neighborhood. The team completed a scenario: ″A released criminal cuts off his electronic anklet, escapes to the mountains, has a seizure due to pollen allergy, and falls off a cliff to his death.″ However, an unexpected variable occurred. Pyo Gyu-cheol stabbed Kim Bong-pal (Sung Dong-il) with a knife, hijacked the vehicle carrying the child, and successfully escaped on a fishing boat. After gunshots, Pyo Gyu-cheol fell into the sea, and a scene was revealed showing Yoo Bo-na aiming a sniper rifle from a lighthouse. Yoo Bo-na preferred direct confrontation and sniper shots without unnecessary violence but made an exception for criminals targeting children. Meanwhile, Durumi Electronics Sales Team 3 previously induced the surrender of an organ trafficking organization. The gang, including Pension Grandpa (Jung Sun-chul), was subdued by Yoo Bo-na and confessed all crimes to the police. Oh Hyun-nam cynically responded, ″It’s a waste of effort to hand them over to the police,″ while Yoo Bo-na conveyed that the preliminary meeting was primarily about entrusting the matter to the law and respecting its role and responsibility. Yoo Bo-na expressed her belief: ″We must hope they remember that those who take their crimes lightly and mock legal punishment will face the harshest penalties when they feel safest and most comfortable.″ Yoo Bo-na felt heavy-hearted about not being able to go to the kids’ cafe with her daughter Kwon Yul (Hwang Bom-i) due to work. Eventually, she took a half-day off and headed to the kids’ cafe, showing her efforts to balance work and parenting. Kwon Tae-sung (Jung Joon-won) went to cover the release scene of Pyo Gyu-cheol with Goo Hae-na (Han Chae-rin), and Lee Dong-jin (Lee Sang-i) predicted that Kingfisher’s next target would be Pyo Gyu-cheol and pursued him. It was also confirmed that eight child sex offenders released in the past 15 years all died in accidents on their release day. At the end of the broadcast, Yoo Bo-na was shown discovering a bugging device in a doll sent by a Russian friend and submerging it in water, while Kwon Tae-sung received a mysterious text saying, ″You keep your promises well. You’re good,″ and appeared terrified. The scenes of the couple facing different crises hinted at a hidden past story. The 5th episode of ″Married Woman Killer″ will air on the 14th at 9:50 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Licenne (Woni, Live, Minami, Mei, Jena) achieved a triple crown on music shows with the remake single ″Pretty Girl.″ On August 8, Licenne won the first-place trophy on MBC’s ″Show! Music Core″ without appearing on the broadcast. This followed their first-place wins on SBS Life’s ″The Show″ and MBC’s ″Show! Music Core,″ earning a total of three music show trophies with ″Pretty Girl.″ Even after concluding their music show promotions, Licenne continued to rank first, proving their digital music power and popularity. Additionally, Licenne previously won first place on SBS’s ″Inkigayo″ with the title track ″LOVE ATTACK″ from their first mini-album ″SCENEDROME.″ This brings their total to four music show trophies: three with ″Pretty Girl″ and one with ″LOVE ATTACK.″ ″Pretty Girl″ is ranking high on various digital music charts, and ″LOVE ATTACK″ is also standing out on major music charts, including Melon’s ″TOP100,″ daily charts, and weekly charts.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Yoon Ga-i is set to reveal her daily life on a variety show for the first time since officially confirming her relationship with singer Jang Ki-ha. In the preview of MBC’s variety show ″The Manager,″ which aired on the 8th, Yoon Ga-i appeared drinking nearly a liter of water immediately after waking up. Her manager explained that Yoon drinks a lot of water because she heard from her saju (Korean fortune telling) that she lacks water. Yoon then showcased a unique routine, including lighting incense to replenish her water energy. She also revealed her passion for acting. Yoon imitated other actors’ performances while watching dramas and cut her long hair, which she had grown for a long time, into a bob to study her character. She was also deeply engaged in various acting practices, such as learning sign language through video calls. Her manager introduced her as ″an actress who is sincere not only about her saju but also about acting.″ On that day, actress Jo Yu-ri, formerly of IZ*ONE, visited Yoon Ga-i’s home. The two revealed that they are from Busan and were senior and junior members of their high school drama club. Jo Yu-ri mentioned that Yoon was her first acting teacher, sharing their special connection. Born in 2000, Yoon Ga-i recently confirmed her relationship with Jang Ki-ha, who is 18 years her senior. The two first met as host and crew on Coupang Play’s ″SNL Korea″ Season 4 in 2023 and grew closer through their shared interests in music and film. Their respective agencies officially announced that the two are dating.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS set a new team record on the UK Official Charts with their fifth full-length album, Arirang. On the latest UK Official Chart (August 7–13), Arirang ranked 43rd on the Official Albums Top 100, marking its 20th consecutive week on the chart. This surpassed the previous record of 19 consecutive weeks set by the mini-album MAP OF THE SOUL: PERSONA, released in April 2019. Arirang’s popularity continued on detailed charts as well. It rose six spots from the previous week to 16th on the Official Physical Albums chart and 18th on the Official Album Sales chart, and re-entered the Official Vinyl Albums chart at 38th. It also appeared at 19th on the Official Scottish Albums chart and 64th on the Official Album Streaming chart. The track NORMAL also entered the charts for the fifth week, ranking 11th on the Official Singles Downloads chart and 13th on the Official Singles Sales chart. Since the music video and Korean audio were released on July 17, it has regained presence on the charts. Other tracks such as Body to Body and Hooligan also charted. On Spotify’s Weekly Top Albums Global chart (August 6), Arirang ranked 3rd, maintaining a position within the top 3 for 20 consecutive weeks. The title track SWIM ranked 6th on the Weekly Top Songs Global chart, staying in the top 10 for four months. NORMAL ranked 44th, Body to Body 174th, and Hooligan 193rd on the chart. BTS is also continuing their North American tour. On August 1 and 2, they opened the second leg of their North American tour in East Rutherford, USA, following their earlier performance in Foxborough. On August 10 and 11, they will hold a solo concert at Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium, becoming the first Korean artist to do so. The members shared their thoughts on this album. Suga said, ″We thought about what is most true to ourselves. Instead of a grand message, we focused on ’us’ itself.″ Jimin said, ″I wanted to say that we keep moving forward. There is always pressure to show something new and better. There are many worries as well. Nevertheless, I wanted to express the mindset of not stopping and continuing to swim forward.″ Jungkook said, ″I hope people think this is the most BTS-like album, reflecting each individual’s time and color exactly as it is.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Dayoung has embarked on a new musical journey with the release of her new song ″FLIRTY,″ a collaboration with Jay Park. Released on various music platforms at 6 p.m. on the 4th, this collaborative single blends the stylish elements of pop, R&B, and reggaeton, highlighting the unique charms of both artists. Dayoung participated directly in the songwriting and composition of this track, infusing it with delicate emotions, and the chemistry between her and Jay Park stands out prominently. The new song ″FLIRTY″ centers on the excitement of the moment when love is just beginning, featuring an impressive exchange of sensual dialogue and rhythm between the two. Meanwhile, on the 6th, Dayoung and Jay Park performed ″FLIRTY″ for the first time on Mnet’s ″M Countdown,″ captivating viewers with perfect pair choreography and natural synergy. This stage is regarded as a signal marking Dayoung’s full-fledged activities as a solo artist. Since her solo debut last year, Dayoung has steadily expanded her own musical world, and through this collaboration, she broadens her musical spectrum further while continuing to communicate with the public. Jay Park also contributed to this collaboration with his professional presence and stage manners, crossing a wide range of musical genres. Additionally, Dayoung premiered the ″FLIRTY″ stage with Jay Park at the Waterbomb Busan 2026 Festival through SNS, meeting the audience directly and receiving a warm response. On that day, the two wore black outfits and delivered a powerful performance, elevating the atmosphere of the venue. Through this collaboration, Dayoung is solidifying her position as a singer and successfully undertaking new musical challenges. Expectations for her future activities are rising, drawing concentrated attention from fans.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lee Na-kyung has revealed a photoshoot showcasing her calm charm and announced her comeback with a full-length album in July. In recent photos set against a solid blue background, Lee Na-kyung displayed a style matching a green-toned crop top and skirt. She captivated attention with a refreshing yet sophisticated visual, posing casually by touching her hair with one hand while letting her long hair flow naturally. The style, completed with earrings as an accessory, further highlighted her healthy and fresh image. Lee Na-kyung continues to challenge herself not only in her activities with fromis_9 but also in acting. She gained her first acting experience in 2021 by playing dual roles in the KakaoTV original drama ″Shadow Beauty″ and is developing her skills in various fields. Recently, she attracted attention by confidently throwing the first pitch at a sports event, showing a presence beyond that of a rookie. Engaging in diverse activities and consistently communicating with fans, Lee Na-kyung is raising expectations for her new music ahead of her full-length album release in July. The recent updates released alongside the refreshing yet mature-themed photoshoot demonstrate the growing interest in Lee Na-kyung’s future endeavors as she adds her unique touch to music, acting, and various other fields.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Lee Si-young shared her daily life while living for a month with her son in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. Recently, Lee Si-young posted photos and videos on her SNS capturing peaceful moments, such as enjoying coffee on a terrace overlooking a lush garden and lake, and meeting deer that come down to the yard early in the morning. She also shared warm interactions with local neighbors, Shirley and Dan, expressing, ″The beautiful neighborhood itself, the lake in front of the house, and the deer that come down to the yard every day will remain in my memory for a long time.″ In particular, she revealed the delightful fact that the couple next door are Harley-Davidson motorcycle enthusiasts, drawing attention. Dan, a Harley collector, adds unexpected joy to Lee Si-young and her son’s month-long stay. In the photos, Lee Si-young is seen spending a leisurely time in a space harmonized with nature, dressed comfortably in casual wear, showing she has adapted well to local life. The peaceful mornings spent on the terrace with her son offer a special kind of healing different from ordinary travel. During her stay in Canada, Lee Si-young has been maintaining her physical condition by consistently taking Momora products daily for health care. This month-long break ahead of the coming fall serves as a time for recharging and a source of new energy.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In episode 2 of SBS’s ″My Remaining Love,″ the identity of Kim Seon-ho’s fateful connection is revealed. In this broadcast, it is uncovered that the two people who seemed to have no connection with Kim Seon-ho were actually a special pair who provided great comfort to each other. Regarding their miraculous story, MC Jung Yong-hwa reportedly exclaimed, ″There isn’t even a movie like this. Beyond imagination.″ During the first official date, each participant’s charm and dating style are highlighted. In particular, Han Do-gon captured the MCs’ hearts with his kindness and delicate manners. MC Dokyeom cheered, ″He’s a real man!″ for the thoughtful date and straightforward approach, while Choi Yena admired, ″His sense is amazing,″ mentioning the emergence of the ’Do-jik-nam (Do-gon straightforward man).’ Meanwhile, at the lodging for the eight participants, the atmosphere changes after the first date, and a subtle tension begins to arise. One participant appeared confused, saying, ″Did I misunderstand?″ due to the altered mood. ″My Remaining Love″ will air on the 10th at 10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Kim Jung-ryeol revealed on a broadcast for the first time that he divorced after 13 years of separation. Kim Jung-ryeol appeared on MBN’s ″Kim Ju-ha’s Day & Night″ aired on the 8th and spoke directly about his married life and divorce process. He stated that he married a Taiwanese wife in 1988 and had two daughters. During their marriage, frequent drinking caused distance between the couple, and after repeated mistakes, his wife suggested living apart. Kim Jung-ryeol explained that due to pride, he told his wife to leave immediately, which led to six years of separation. Later, the two agreed to live together again, but Kim Jung-ryeol’s drinking habits did not improve. Eventually, the second separation began, lasting longer than the first. Kim Jung-ryeol said, ″We lived apart for a total of 13 years,″ and during the separation, his wife said, ″Living like this is not really living; how about we get a divorce?″ leading to a consensual divorce. Even after the divorce, their relationship continued. Kim Jung-ryeol said, ″We promised to part on good terms. We keep in touch. She liked that I quit drinking.″ He mentioned that he drank for about three months after the divorce but then decided to quit, and it has now been 1 year and 10 months since he stopped drinking. Hwang Ki-soon also added, ″We still take care of each other and live like that. Legally, we are just strangers, but in reality, my sister-in-law takes care of everything. Now I feel relieved. He has completely quit drinking.″ Meanwhile, on the same broadcast, Hwang Ki-soon revealed that he remarried. He talked about sending his child to study abroad in the Philippines and his married life with his wife, saying, ″If I were to find a flaw in my wife, there is none. The only flaw is that she is tall.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The novel ″Agami″ by author Gu Byeong-mo has been made into an animated film and will be released on September 9. Distributor Et Nine Films announced this news on the 9th. The film ″Agami″ tells the story of Gon, the only child born with gills in a world thrown into deep water, and the beings who were everything to his world. The main character Gon’s voice is provided by Jung Hae-in, and Kang Ha-neul plays Kang Ha, Gon’s family member and friend. Lee Cheong-ah voices Haeryu, who forms a bond with Gon; Yoo Jae-myung voices the old man who first discovers and takes Gon in; and Kim Sun-young voices I-nyeong, who influences Gon’s new life. Other cast members include Jang Won-young, Kwon Hae-hyo, Jung Woong-in, Jo Han-chul, Park Ji-yeon, and Hwang Sang-kyung. The film is directed by Ahn Jae-hoon, known for works such as ″A Dream of a Precious Day″ and ″The Shaman.″ Director Ahn stated that he built an original worldview unique to the film based on the emotions of the original work. He said, ″We embraced the feeling of the original and did what only we could do. I wanted to depict a fantasy so beautiful that it captivates you, not one that makes you forget reality.″ Author Gu Byeong-mo expressed gratitude, saying, ″Thank you for bringing the characters in the book to life on screen with soft colors and beautiful animation. I also thank the cast who gave them individuality along with their voices.″ He added, ″I hope this work becomes a special experience for the audience where fantasy and reality blend together.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The films ″Odyssey″ and ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ have each surpassed 1 million and 5 million viewers at the box office, respectively. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated computer network data, on August 8, ″Odyssey″ (directed by Christopher Nolan) attracted 525,336 viewers, ranking first in the daily box office. As of August 8, ″Odyssey″ recorded a cumulative audience of 1,376,787 and surpassed 1 million viewers within four days of its release on the 5th. On the same day, ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ (directed by Destin Cretton) drew 513,897 viewers, taking second place. Its cumulative audience reached 5,447,888, surpassing 5 million viewers in 11 days since its release. Both films have gained attention for starring Tom Holland and Zendaya. In ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day,″ they appear as Peter Parker and MJ, respectively, while in ″Odyssey,″ they appear as Telemachus and Athena.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In episode 2 of SBS’s ″My Remaining Love,″ eight participants reveal their individual charms and dating tendencies through their first dates. This episode unveils the identity of Kim Seon-ho’s ″fateful connection.″ It is revealed that the two participants had been a great source of comfort to each other in the past, and MC Jung Yong-hwa admired, ″There is no movie like this. Beyond imagination.″ Han Do-gon caught the MCs’ attention with his kindness and delicate manners. MC Do-kyum cheered, ″He’s a real man!″ and Choi Ye-na said, ″His sense is amazing,″ mentioning the nickname ″Do-jik-nam (Do-gon straight shooter).″ After the first dates, tension began to fill the dormitory of the eight participants. One participant appeared confused, saying, ″Did I misunderstand?″ about the change in atmosphere after the date. The subtle emotional changes among the eight will be revealed on SBS’s ″My Remaining Love,″ airing at 10 PM on the 10th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV’s ’Salimnam’ covered Jisangryeol’s hip-hop challenge and the Park Seojin siblings’ saving project in the broadcast on the 8th. The episode recorded a nationwide rating of 3.8% according to Nielsen Korea, with the highest rating of 5.1% during the scene where Park Seojin bought coffee for Eun Ga-eun. At the opening of the broadcast, KISS OF LIFE Bell, who made a comeback with the new song ’SWEAT,’ visited the studio. Bell revealed that he started composing music in middle school and has created about a thousand songs to date, and that he participated in composing LE SSERAFIM’s ’UNFORGIVEN.’ He also said that his father, Shim Sin, wanted to appear on ’Salimnam’ and asked for promotion of the new song ’Biteulbiteul.’ Jisangryeol met Mushvenom at a traditional market through the introduction of composer Kim Do-hoon. After seeing Mushvenom’s rap at the market, Jisangryeol decided to take him as his mentor, and Mushvenom responded positively to Jisangryeol’s cheerful demeanor. In the first lesson, Mushvenom taught freestyle rap and rhymes using objects from the market, but Jisangryeol showed a unique rap style that made both Mushvenom and Eun Ji-won laugh. Afterwards, the recording lesson continued at Mushvenom’s studio, where Jisangryeol’s free-style rap turned the place into a sea of laughter. Mushvenom commented, ″There is rhythm inside the body. Now you just have to learn.″ In the final lesson held at a long-established bar, Jisangryeol realized the fun of rhymes and spontaneously proposed forming a duet and a stage contract to Mushvenom, even drafting a contract. Mushvenom left saying, ″I will discuss it with the company,″ leaving behind only a drawing of Jisangryeol’s face. In Park Seojin’s daily life, a scene of him engrossed in painting Minhwa was revealed. Having recently won a special prize in a Minhwa contest, he disclosed that he invested about 20 million won in his Minhwa studio. Hyojeong suggested a challenge called ’Happiness with 10,000 won in 2026’ together with Park Seojin, and the two decided to spend a day with 16,500 won. They tried to save transportation costs by cycling from Incheon to Yeouido, but due to the heat and schedule, Park Seojin used the production team’s vehicle and paid 5,000 won for fuel. After finishing rehearsal at KBS, Park Seojin tried to get coffee from Eun Ga-eun but ended up paying for the coffee himself. To save budget, Park Seojin earned money by drawing caricatures in the KBS comedians’ room, and upon Kim Young-hee’s suggestion, he took time to choose his ideal type among the juniors in the comedians’ room. Park Seojin pointed to Hwang Hye-seon, and the two shook hands. Hwang Hye-seon offered her contact information instead of payment for the drawing, but Park Seojin was shy and left, so no contact exchange took place. Using the money earned from caricatures, Park Seojin bought a meal ticket and expressed satisfaction with his meal. Meanwhile, Hyojeong’s kimbap brought from home had gone bad, so she substituted her meal with convenience store ramen. Lastly, in the ’Envelope Changing’ game, Park Seojin received an envelope with only 200 won left, resulting in him deleting a delivery app and performing a penalty of finger flicks. Park Seojin said, ″Setting a budget and using money made me feel the value of each coin greatly.″ KBS 2TV’s ’Salimnam’ will change its broadcast time to 9:20 PM every Saturday starting from the 15th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On KBS 2TV’s ″Salimnam,″ Park Seo-jin showcased a love line with comedian Hwang Hye-sun. Park Seo-jin revealed on the show that he spent 20 to 30 million won on his hobby of painting folk paintings. Seeing this, his younger sister Park Hyo-jung criticized his overspending and proposed a ″10,000 won happiness″ bet, living on 16,500 won. The two planned to complete their schedules by biking from Incheon to Yeouido, but Park Seo-jin used the production team’s vehicle halfway through and bought band-aids for his injured sister. At the broadcasting station, they tried to get coffee from Eun Ga-eun, but Park Seo-jin paid for it himself. As unintended expenses continued, Park Seo-jin decided to earn money by drawing caricatures for the ″Gag Concert″ team. Park Seo-jin had previously revealed that Kim Shin-young is his ideal type and showed romantic interest in comedians. That day, he also showed affection toward Hwang Hye-sun, who expressed her fondness by calling him ″oppa.″ Hwang Hye-sun caught attention by saying she would give her contact information instead of paying for the caricature. Park Seo-jin blushed in response.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Chae Soo-bin expressed her gratitude to fans and shared happy recent updates. Recently, Chae Soo-bin posted several photos on her SNS along with the message, ″To my always grateful people :-) Thanks to you, it was a happy time. Love you💚.″ In the photos, Chae Soo-bin is wearing a white blouse and dress, smiling brightly while making a V-sign and heart pose with her hands. Her braided hairstyle and pure atmosphere stand out. The background is decorated with colorful photos presumed to be taken at the fan meeting, conveying the warm atmosphere of the event. Chae Soo-bin recently spent meaningful time with fans at the fan meeting ’Whisper of Memories’ held in Guangzhou, China, receiving cheers for her bright and lovely appearance. This fan meeting was held ahead of the release of the Netflix series ’Charge Me Up,’ and was regarded as a special occasion to communicate directly with fans and share affection. In response, fans showed warm reactions such as, ″I feel the sincerity of actress Chae Soo-bin, so I’m even more thankful,″ ″Always supporting you,″ and ″Hope you have a happy time.″ Meanwhile, Chae Soo-bin is currently continuing her active acting career through various works and activities. She plans to consistently communicate with fans and show diverse sides of herself in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seventeen member Dino is actively continuing his activities as his alter ego, Pi Cheolin. Recently, Dino communicated with fans by releasing the title track ″Nolaboose″ from the mini 1st album ’吉BOARD,’ in which he participated as his alter ego Pi Cheolin, through Seventeen’s official SNS. The post featured Dino having a good time with member Mingyu, along with the caption ″Playing around with Mingyu #Nolaboose 😎,″ creating a warm atmosphere. ″Nolaboose″ is a song that highlights the unique charm of the city pop genre, with contributions from Lee Hyun-do of Deux and singer-producer BUMZU, enhancing its completeness. Through this mini 1st album, Dino is showing a different musical color from the existing Seventeen music, meeting fans’ expectations. Meanwhile, Dino also revealed his lovable charm with the second pre-release track ″Micheo Micheo″ last July. Apart from Seventeen’s official activities, fans are focusing on Dino’s path of expanding his musical capabilities through the Pi Cheolin project.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RIIZEnne ranked first in the girl group brand reputation in August 2026. The Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute announced the results of the big data analysis of girl group brand reputation for August 2026 on August 9. In this survey, RIIZEnne took first place, with IVE in second place and Red Velvet in third. This analysis was based on 67,613,548 pieces of brand big data collected from July 9 to August 9. This is a 26.87% increase compared to 53,294,296 pieces in July. The brand reputation index is calculated based on participation index, media index, communication index, and community index, comprehensively reflecting positive and negative evaluations, media attention, consumer interest, and communication volume. RIIZEnne recorded a participation index of 1,014,492, media index of 2,310,700, communication index of 2,329,688, and community index of 2,439,652, resulting in a brand reputation index of 8,094,531. This is a 90.93% increase compared to the brand reputation index of 4,239,616 in July. Red Velvet’s brand reputation index was 4,113,926, up 165.98% from 1,546,676 in July, Black Pink rose 3.16% to 3,943,630, and aespa increased 10.93% to 3,093,640. I.O.I’s brand reputation index was 4,404,909, up 32.68% from 3,319,975 in July. Koo Chang-hwan, head of the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute, stated, ″In the link analysis of the RIIZEnne brand, ’cheer, communicate, advertise’ scored highly, and in the keyword analysis, ’Pretty Girl, Love Attack, Remind’ scored highly. The positive-to-negative ratio analysis of the RIIZEnne brand showed a positive ratio of 94.91%.″ The top 30 girl groups in the August brand reputation ranking included RIIZEnne, IVE, Red Velvet, Black Pink, aespa, Aileit, I.O.I, Kiki, TWICE, LE SSERAFIM, Fromis_9, Oh My Girl, Hearts to Hearts, Fifty Fifty, Hi-Key, ITZY, (G)I-DLE, Baby Monster, Cats Eye, WJSN, KISS OF LIFE, Apink, Iz*One, Candy Shop, Mamamoo, NMIXX, Girls’ Generation, Miyao, TripleS, and STAYC. This brand reputation analysis covered RIIZEnne, IVE, Red Velvet, Black Pink, aespa, Aileit, I.O.I, Kiki, TWICE, LE SSERAFIM, Fromis_9, Oh My Girl, Hearts to Hearts, Fifty Fifty, Hi-Key, ITZY, (G)I-DLE, Baby Monster, Cats Eye, WJSN, KISS OF LIFE, Apink, Iz*One, Candy Shop, Mamamoo, NMIXX, Girls’ Generation, Miyao, TripleS, STAYC, Billlie, Young P, Blackswan, f(x), Kep1er, Girl’s Day, Uspier, Weeekly, UNIS, BVG, Classy, Baby Don’t Cry, EXID, VIVIZ, Say My Name, Signature, At Heart, Heart of Woman, HITZIS, and Odd Us.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Choi Yeon-cheong appeared on JTBC’s variety show ″Knowing Bros″ and talked about her family and activities in China. The episode aired on the 8th featured guests Hong Jin-ho, Park Ji-min, Heo Seong-beom, and Choi Yeon-cheong, who were active in ″Blood Game X.″ On the show, Kim Shin-young revealed about Choi Yeon-cheong’s family, ″Her father was a judge, and her husband is also a current judge. There are legal professionals, media company representatives, and members of the National Assembly in her family,″ to which Choi Yeon-cheong agreed. Choi Yeon-cheong explained that her real name is Choi Gyuri, and her nickname is ″Gyulyang.″ She said, ″Because my real name is Gyuri, my friends have called me Gyulyang since I was young.″ She also gained great popularity on TikTok with the ″Gyulyang Challenge,″ running two channels with 3 million and 3.5 million followers respectively, totaling 6.5 million followers. She revealed that the ″Gyulyang Challenge,″ which uses a candy gun, became popular among many celebrities as well. Regarding her entry into the Chinese market, Choi Yeon-cheong said, ″Things didn’t go well in Korea, so I went there.″ She added, ″I was a child actress and appeared in Super Junior music videos as an adult, but after repeatedly failing auditions without practicing acting, I got my act together and went to China.″ Born in 1993, Choi Yeon-cheong debuted as a child actress and was the Jeonbuk representative in Miss Korea 2013. She also played the role of the young Chunhyang, studied Korean traditional music, and debuted as a model. Later, she signed an exclusive contract with a major Chinese agency and was active there. She experienced a hiatus of about two years due to thyroid cancer treatment in 2020 but married her current judge husband in June 2023 and has a son.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Seo-jin attracted attention with a special meeting with comedian Hwang Hye-seon on KBS 2TV variety show ″Men Who Do Housework″ Season 2. In the broadcast that day, Park Seo-jin took action to reduce overspending together with his younger sister. He challenged the ″Happiness with 10,000 Won″ content and decided to draw caricatures to earn money. Park Seo-jin said, ″Since drawing is what I can do, I thought it would be good to earn money by drawing caricatures. There are many people at the broadcasting station, so I took a walk around,″ as he toured various places in the broadcasting station. Park Seo-jin visited the KBS comedy practice room and announced that he would sell his drawings, and comedians began to show interest. The first customer, Jo Soo-yeon, expressed satisfaction, saying, ″Honestly, I’m touched,″ after receiving the drawing and prepaid 2,000 won. Gaining confidence, Park Seo-jin also said, ″I’ll draw for everyone. Just bring the money.″ Then Kim Young-hee mentioned to Park Seo-jin, ″Seo-jin, your ideal type is a comedian,″ lightening the mood. Park Seo-jin revealed that his actual ideal type is Kim Shin-young, saying, ″I’m introverted, so I like lively personalities.″ A past scene where Kim Shin-young said, ″I’m grateful, but my ideal type is tall,″ also appeared in the broadcast. Kim Young-hee asked Park Seo-jin to draw a heart on the caricature of the person closer to his ideal type between Seo Seong-gyeong and Hwang Hye-seon. In response, Park Seo-jin drew a heart near the eyes of Hwang Hye-seon’s caricature, receiving applause from everyone. The two even held hands during the drawing process, and Park Seo-jin said, ″It was definitely different. It felt ticklish.″ Hwang Hye-seon said she would give her contact information instead of paying for the drawing, prompting cheers at the scene.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KISS OF LIFE member Bell appeared as a special guest on KBS 2TV’s ″Men Who Do Housework″ and revealed that his father is singer Sim Sin. Bell shared on the broadcast that he inherited musical talent from his father and started composing music since middle school. He also mentioned that he has experience composing songs for LE SSERAFIM and has created about a thousand songs so far. On the show, MC Eun Ji-won mentioned to Bell that his father is a famous person and said he grew up listening to Sim Sin’s songs. Bell revealed the reason he started composing and showed his side as a singer-songwriter beyond being an idol member. When Park Seo-jin asked how many songs he has made so far, Bell answered about a thousand. Bell also talked about childhood fights with his older brother. He said he has one older brother and that they fought a lot when they were young, even getting slapped sometimes. Bell added that they hit and fought a lot during childhood. When Eun Ji-won asked if his father knew about this, Bell replied that his father didn’t know because he was performing at nightclubs at the time. Bell said he informed his father Sim Sin about his appearance on ″Men Who Do Housework,″ and that Sim Sin also wants to appear on the program.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hari Soo directly revealed the background behind her decision to divorce her ex-husband, Mickey Jung. In a video released on Ahn Sun-young’s YouTube channel on the 7th, Hari Soo spoke candidly about her marriage, divorce, and the rumors surrounding her. She emphasized that her divorce from Mickey Jung was not due to conflicts or financial issues, recalling that during their marriage, she was responsible for the financial activities while her husband took care of her, and she was satisfied with that arrangement. Hari Soo said, ″Honestly, it was a time when I was earning well and doing great. It was okay even if my husband didn’t bring in money,″ adding, ″I liked that he took care of me and was always by my side when I was working.″ Regarding the reason she decided to divorce, she explained that about 7 to 8 months before the divorce, Mickey Jung started a business, which brought changes to their lives. Seeing her husband immersed in his business, she began to wonder if she was standing in the way of his future. She said, ″Watching him enjoy and be absorbed in his business, I thought, ’Am I blocking this person?’″ and added, ″I thought it was time to let him go.″ She continued, ″If he stays with me, he would have to keep living as ’Hari Soo’s man.’ I felt that if I let him go now, he could live in the world under his own name.″ Hari Soo said she has no lingering feelings or regrets after the divorce. She stated, ″We didn’t separate because we were bad to each other, but because we thought it would be better to support each other while going our separate ways,″ and added, ″When we loved, I gave all the love I wanted to give and received all the love I wanted to receive. So, I have no regrets.″ She also denied rumors that Mickey Jung lost a large sum of money in business. Hari Soo said, ″There was a story that my ex-husband lost 3 billion won in business, but that is not true at all.″ Hari Soo and Mickey Jung married in 2007 and were together as a couple for 10 years before divorcing by mutual agreement in 2017. Mickey Jung remarried a non-celebrity woman in 2019 and started a family.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lim Young Woong expressed sincere gratitude to fans on the occasion of his 10th debut anniversary. On the 8th, Lim Young Woong posted a lengthy message on the official fan cafe Hero Era, sharing his thoughts on the 10th anniversary of his debut. Looking back on his debut, he said, ″Ten years ago, I thought the word ’debut’ did not suit me,″ and explained that it all started with releasing a few songs and producing a few CDs without grand stages or flashy promotions. Lim Young Woong recalled feeling inadequate to call himself a prepared singer and that the debut day was an ordinary day without much significance. He also expressed special gratitude to the fans who were with him during his unknown days. Lim Young Woong said, ″I will never forget the fans who arrived two hours early wherever I went, hung banners, blew up balloons to hand out, and shouted my name.″ He mentioned that in the early days, the fan cafe had about two to three hundred members, but the number of people who actually ran alongside him was only about a dozen to twenty. Recalling the fans who supported him even before appearing on TV Chosun’s Mr. Trot, Lim Young Woong expressed his thanks, saying, ″You treated me like a star when no one knew me yet and filled my empty heart.″ He added, ″I am only now realizing that every breath of yours—the breath you took while sweating in the hot air and blowing balloons with cold hands on the cold floor—was the wind that brought me this far.″ Furthermore, Lim Young Woong said, ″Meeting Mr. Trot made me who I am today, but ultimately, you made me the best,″ and expressed sincere thanks for choosing him among countless singers and waiting for his songs. He continued, ″The chant from 10 years ago, ’I will be the best someday.’ Looking back now, it seems that was not my own vow but a promise you made to me in advance,″ and pledged to be someone who sings by the fans’ side for a long, long time. Lim Young Woong concluded his message with, ″I hope it will be long and beautiful without sadness, bright every day without darkness, and that you will be healthy and happy. I love you, Hero Era.″ Lim Young Woong debuted on August 8, 2016, with the single ″I Hate You.″ He gained public recognition by winning TV Chosun’s Mr. Trot in 2020 and has since established himself as a leading solo singer in Korea. Lim Young Woong is scheduled to hold his second stadium concert, ″I’m Hero - The Stadium 2,″ at Goyang Sports Complex in Gyeonggi Province from the 4th to the 6th of next month.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV’s ’Immortal Songs’ aired the second part of the ’K-POP Time Machine Special’ on the 8th, drawing renewed attention to the stage featuring Park Nam-jung and his daughter STAYC Si-eun. This performance was originally showcased in last year’s year-end special and became a hot topic after surpassing 12 million views. The broadcast featured Park Mi-kyung X Shin Hyo-beom, Park Nam-jung, Hyun Jin-young, Noise, R.ef, So Chan-hwi, Yuri Sang-ja, Hong Kyung-min, Chae-yeon, and Turtle X Moon Se-yoon. Park Nam-jung took the stage first, performing Hyun Jin-young’s ’Sad Mannequin’ and delivering a performance befitting the original dancing machine. Regarding the joint stage with his daughter Si-eun, Park Nam-jung said, ″People who usually don’t keep in touch contacted me then, saying they were so jealous.″ He also said, ″I’m learning a lot from my daughter. Since she’s an active idol, I realize a lot about how things are these days.″ In the studio that day, the conversation about Park Nam-jung’s dance moves continued. Lee Chan-won shared, ″My mother still says that the best dance singer she has ever seen is Park Nam-jung,″ conveying her mother’s fandom. Hong Kyung-min also revealed, ″Because I was in middle school during the era when he was shaking up Korea, kids who confidently danced at retreats or sports festivals always danced to Park Nam-jung’s moves.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The SBS Friday-Saturday drama ″Rebel X Detective 2″ recorded a nationwide household rating of 5.8% in its second episode. This is a 0.3 percentage point decrease from the first episode. On the other hand, the metropolitan area household rating rose by 0.8 percentage points to 6.8%, setting a new personal best. ″Rebel X Detective 2″ is a collaborative investigation drama featuring the chaebol detective Jin Yi-soo (Ahn Bo-hyun), who overturns investigations with his wealth, and the new team leader Joo Hye-ra (Jung Eun-chae). It has returned for its second season after two years. In episode 2, Jin Yi-soo and Joo Hye-ra, the ace of the National Police Agency’s anti-terrorism team, uncover the truth behind a series of bomb attacks targeting them. In the drama, the terrorist used a deepfake composite photo of Chairman Choi (Kim Myung-soo) to lure Jin Yi-soo to his father Jin Myung-chul’s old house and then attempted another bomb attack. After overcoming the crisis, Jin Yi-soo discovered that the culprits were documentary ″Specialist″ assistant director Jang Hyun-woo (Eom Joon-gi) and his brother Jang Hyun-seok (Yoo Hyun-jong). The investigation revealed that Jin Myung-chul’s house was the birthplace of the brothers’ ancestors, and they planned the terror attack because they failed to retrieve a box containing gold bars worth 100 billion won during the sale of the house. However, the box contained evidence that the terrorists’ great-grandfather was a pro-Japanese police officer who tortured independence activists during the Japanese colonial period, which was a twist. Jin Yi-soo exposed the true nature of the descendants of pro-Japanese collaborators in the documentary ″Specialist.″ Joo Hye-ra was transferred from the anti-terrorism team to become the team leader of Gangha-seo Violent Crimes Unit 1, marking the official start of her cooperation with Jin Yi-soo. Meanwhile, ″Rebel X Detective 2″ is competing in viewership ratings in the same time slot with KBS2’s ″Completion of Marriage,″ starring Namgoong Min, and MBC’s ″Married Woman Killer,″ starring Gong Hyo-jin. On the same day, ″Completion of Marriage″ recorded a nationwide household rating of 7.5%, while ″Married Woman Killer″ achieved a personal best rating of 9.4%.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Jisoo delivered an apology message to fans on the occasion of her 10th debut anniversary. On August 8, Jisoo shared through the fan communication platform that it has been 10 years since her debut as Black Pink, and she revealed that this anniversary is a day filled with a heavy heart of apology. She said that although many things have happened over the past 10 years as both Black Pink and Jisoo, she always wanted to show only her best side and be someone who brings happiness during difficult moments. However, she added that her heart feels heavy due to many BLINKs being upset. Jisoo did not forget that it is BLINKs who made Black Pink shine, saying, ″Thank you for celebrating the 10th anniversary, and I am once again sorry for causing such great disappointment. I always want to say thank you and that I love you.″ She also expressed hope that although the feelings of upset are great, there remains a place within them for a small sincerity. The fan event ″Meet & Greet″ commemorating Black Pink’s 10th debut anniversary was held on August 8 at the National Museum of Korea in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. This event was a small-scale gathering attended by 40 people selected through a lottery among Weverse membership subscribers, with the announcement made two days prior on the 6th. The specific location, time, and whether the members would attend were not clearly communicated until just before the event, causing disappointment among fans. In particular, the fact that only 40 people were invited despite the symbolic significance of the 10th anniversary was also a source of dissatisfaction. The initial announcement included that only some members would attend, but later YG Entertainment stated that all members, including Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa, coordinated their schedules to attend the event. Eligibility to apply for the fan event was limited to fan platform membership subscribers who had not communicated for over a year, and the application period was set to a short 9 hours.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group Lissene appeared as the sole guest on MBC’s entertainment program ″The Manager″ and revealed their new dormitory, which spans 99 pyeong. Lissene members Won-i, Liv, Minami, Mei, and Jena showcased their changed daily lives on the August 8 broadcast of ″The Manager.″ They revealed that they moved from a cramped dormitory with only one bathroom to a spacious new dorm with five rooms and three bathrooms. Won-i introduced the new dorm as 67 pyeong, but the agency director corrected that ″the dorm they moved into is 99 pyeong.″ In the dorm, Won-i has a single room, Liv and Minami share a room, Mei and Jena share another, and there are also a manager’s room and common areas. It was mentioned that because the new dorm is larger, even when the members shout, the sound does not carry well. The members said that when their parents visit Seoul, they can now stay together at the dorm. The atmosphere remained cozy, with piles of belongings and charger cables left around the house. The broadcast also captured a scene where Minami, Mei, and Jena were talking about neglected contact lenses. Lissene revealed that after appearing on ″The Manager,″ they received 100 advertising inquiries. They continued to receive challenge requests on music shows, and the competition rate for pre-recorded audience tickets reportedly increased more than tenfold compared to before. All members were listed in the July girl group brand reputation rankings, and Mei expressed surprise upon seeing the chart results for the first time, saying, ″I thought the chart was an error. I even thought it was synthesized by AI.″ Leader Won-i said he is keeping the members in check regarding celebrity syndrome. He emphasized, ″Discipline must be maintained at all times. We must not lose our initial mindset.″ He also joked that whenever Liv says, ″They recognized you, it’s true,″ he gathers the members on the rooftop to restore discipline. Minami agreed with this. Meanwhile, Lissene is a five-member girl group that debuted on March 26, 2024, and gained attention with the ″Geoje Yaho″ meme. They succeeded in a music chart resurgence with the title track ″LOVE ATTACK″ from their mini-album 1st release ″SCENEDROME,″ released in August 2024, and achieved first place on the Melon TOP100 chart on July 8.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actor IU recently shared an update by posting a photo with theater actor Ahn Seung-kyun. On the 8th, Ahn Seung-kyun uploaded a photo taken with IU on his SNS along with the caption ″Always reliable.″ In the photo, IU covered their face with a hat and mask while visiting the theater venue for the play ″The Comeuppance,″ showing their friendship with Ahn Seung-kyun. The two first connected through the 2018 tvN drama ″My Mister.″ IU recently attracted attention by using the song ″Living Without Incident″ by Jang Kiha and the Faces, a former lover, as background music in an SNS post. Jang Kiha and IU publicly dated starting in 2013 and were in a relationship for about four years. Various interpretations arose regarding the choice of the song, mentioning that Jang Kiha is currently in a public relationship with actress Yoon Ga-i and that IU recently broke up with their current partner Lee Jong-suk. Some reported that IU deleted the song post due to concerns over controversy. It is known that IU recently broke up with Lee Jong-suk and, due to worsening symptoms of vocal cord nodules, canceled their planned comeback as a singer in the second half of the year and the September concert, entering a period of rest. Meanwhile, IU resumed SNS activity for the first time in a while following the historical distortion controversy surrounding MBC’s ″21st Century Great Lady.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBC announcer Park Ji-min revealed that her appearance fee for ’Blood Game 2’ was zero. On the 8th, Park Ji-min appeared on JTBC’s ’Knowing Bros’ alongside Hong Jin-ho, Heo Seong-beom, and Choi Yeon-cheong. They had previously been active in the Wavve variety show ’Blood GameX.’ Park Ji-min said, ″I’m an MBC employee, so variety shows still intimidate me. This is the first time I’ve come to another broadcasting station in my life.″ When asked, ″Is it okay for a current employee to appear here?″ she replied, ″I got permission and did some behind-the-scenes work with my manager. Since ’Blood Game’ is produced by MBC, I got permission with difficulty. If I had appeared without permission, I would have immediately declared myself a freelancer.″ When asked about the appearance fee for the ’Blood Game’ series, Park Ji-min explained, ″If an announcer from our company appears on an MBC-produced program, they only receive a few ten thousand won.″ She continued, ″’Blood Game 2’ was produced by MBC and was not broadcast on TV but released only on OTT. Since OTT emerged separately, there was no regulation for it. So I didn’t receive any payment at all.″ She emphasized that although filming took place in Bali, her appearance fee was zero. Regarding appearance fees for other companies’ variety shows, she said, ″In the case of ’Knowing Bros,’ I receive the full appearance fee.″ Park Ji-min added, ″That’s why I even put on false eyelashes today.″ During the broadcast, Lee Sang-min, who also appeared on ’Blood GameX,’ was mentioned. Park Ji-min said, ″Sang-min asked us to appear. Twenty people appeared, and among them, the most active, outstanding, and eye-catching friends were selected. I was on the same team as Sang-min, so I received a lot of help.″ When it was said that Lee Sang-min was active, the members cast doubtful looks, and Seo Jang-hoon said, ″He’s number one at being bad at games here.″ Heo Seong-beom said, ″Our Tikitaka shorts on Yeongodae exceeded 10 million views,″ and shared an anecdote related to a memory game at a café.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In episode 4 of MBC’s Friday-Saturday drama ″Married Woman Killer,″ the Sales Team 3 of Durumi Electronics faces an urgent client meeting surrounding the release of child sex offender Pyo Gyu-cheol (played by Heo Hyung-gyu). Yoo Bo-na (played by Gong Hyo-jin) finds herself deeply conflicted between her mission as a killer for Kingfisher and her role as a mother. In episode 3, Sales Team 3 of Durumi Electronics went on a workshop to Taegongsan Pension to secure evidence against an organ trafficking organization, where a crisis unfolded as the pension owner drugged the guests with sleeping pills. During this, a pre-client meeting was approved, and the team, led by Yoo Bo-na, subdued the criminals. Ahead of episode 4’s broadcast, stills released show Yoo Bo-na with a sharp gaze during a new client meeting. The person who captures her attention is Pyo Gyu-cheol, and upon hearing of his release, Yoo Bo-na struggles between her duties as a killer and her responsibilities as a mother. Kwon Tae-sung (played by Jung Joon-won) covers Pyo Gyu-cheol’s release, recording the chaotic scene with his camera. Watching protesters opposing Pyo Gyu-cheol’s release, he experiences complex emotions as a parent. Kim Bong-pal (played by Sung Dong-il), Bong Tae-min (played by Kim Nam-hee), and Go Young-gap (played by Heo Jae-ho) head to a client meeting to deal with Pyo Gyu-cheol. Despite having committed sexual crimes against multiple children, Pyo Gyu-cheol is released after a short sentence, sparking public outrage. Sales Team 3 launches an operation on the day of his release to seek justice for the victims. An unexpected variable arises, leading to a tense chase between Pyo Gyu-cheol and Sales Team 3. Additionally, a scene showing Go Young-gap in a doctor’s gown confronting Pyo Gyu-cheol adds to the tension. The production team stated, ″The firm conviction of Durumi Electronics’ Sales Team 3 to clear the victims’ grievances will shine even brighter during the client meeting targeting Pyo Gyu-cheol. The meticulous operation starting from the release scene, unexpected variables, and the team’s faithful execution of their roles will further heighten the drama’s tension.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group KiiKi has released the music video teaser for the title track ″Pop Off Pop Off″ from their third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii.″ Starship Entertainment unveiled the teaser video on the 7th through their official channel and KiiKi’s official SNS. The teaser begins with the ″KiiiKiii Travel Map″ website appearing on a computer screen, followed by scenes of the members enjoying a casual home party, blending 2010s retro styling with Gen Z sensibilities to create a unique atmosphere. In the teaser video, KiiKi presents an exciting and joyful vibe, revealing a portion of the track ″Pop Off Pop Off,″ which features intense synth sounds, energetic rhythms, and an addictive beat. The members’ hip vocals, witty charm, and free-spirited energy are also highlighted as integral parts of the song. ″Pop Off Pop Off″ is an electronic synth-pop track with a stylish beat and unforgettable chorus, raising expectations for the performance. It has been praised for completing KiiKi’s distinctive sensibility and narrative. KiiKi is scheduled to release their third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii″ on the 10th at 6 PM (KST).]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Christopher Nolan’s new film ″Odyssey″ surpassed 1 million viewers within four days of its release. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated ticket sales system as of 7:40 a.m. on the 8th, the cumulative audience for ″Odyssey″ was confirmed to be 1,178,506. ″Odyssey″ is an epic depicting the hero Odysseus, who led the Trojan War to victory, fighting against the wrath of the gods to return home. It is based on Homer’s epic ″The Odyssey,″ directed, written, and produced by Christopher Nolan. The cast includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Zendaya, and Charlize Theron. Since its release, ″Odyssey″ has held the number one spot at the overall box office for three consecutive days. It has received high audience ratings, including a 97% CGV Egg Index and a 9.4 (or 9.26) score from real viewers on Naver. As of 3 p.m. on the 8th, its reservation rate was 55.6%, maintaining first place overall. This milestone of surpassing 1 million viewers was achieved one day faster than Nolan’s previous work ″Oppenheimer.″ It was one day slower compared to ″Interstellar″ and ″The Dark Knight RIIZE,″ and reached 1 million viewers earlier than ″A Man Who Lives with the King,″ which attracted 16 million viewers. ″Odyssey″ is also notable for its long running time of 172 minutes and being filmed entirely on IMAX film. Meanwhile, ″Spider-Man 4″ has also energized the theater scene by setting a record for reaching 5 million viewers in the shortest time this year. As of the morning of the 8th, ″Spider-Man 4″ surpassed 5 million cumulative viewers and ranked second with a reservation rate of 29.8%. Combined, the reservation rates of the two films exceed 85%. ″Odyssey″ is currently showing in theaters nationwide.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won will take the stage at the ’29th Boryeong Mud Festival Closing Ceremony & Closing Performance Super Concert’ held on August 9th at 7 PM at the special stage in Mud Expo Square, Sinhuk-dong, Boryeong-si, Chungnam. Lee Chan-won previously participated as an MC and singer at the opening ceremony and is scheduled to perform a congratulatory performance at the closing ceremony as well. The closing performance will feature Lee Chan-won along with Kim Yong-pil, Lee So-na, Kim Yong Bin, Chun Gil, Choi Jae Myeong, Nam Seung-min, Choo Hyeokjin, Kim Jung-yeon, Park Hye-shin, Na Sang-do, Miss Kim, Chae Yoon, Jung Hye-rin, and Go Ah-in.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWS (Shinyu, Dohun, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, Kyungmin) released their second single ″SODA SODA″ in Japan on the 4th and is gaining high popularity locally. The single sold 161,253 copies on its first day, ranking number one on the Oricon Daily Single Ranking (August 3rd). This surpassed the first-week sales of their previous work ″Nice to see you again″ (original title はじめまして/Hajimemashite), which sold about 150,000 copies, in just one day. TWS set a new record for their highest first-day sales. The title track ″SODA SODA″ also performed well on music charts. The song entered the Line Music real-time ″Song Top 100″ immediately after release and ranked number one in the dance category on Japan iTunes and Apple Music ″Top Songs″ (August 5th). It also appeared on Melon’s ″Hot 100.″ The music video ranked second on Japan Line Music’s ″Music Video Top 100″ and third on Korea YouTube’s ″Daily Popular Music Videos.″ It received praise as ″a video that simultaneously conveys freshness and wistfulness.″ Offline events were also held successfully. On the release day, about 10,000 fans gathered at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza, where they enthusiastically sang the chorus of the new song ″SODA SODA″ together. TWS is actively promoting on broadcast and festival stages. On the 6th, they appeared on Fuji TV’s music program ″STAR″ to perform ″SODA SODA,″ and on the 7th, they performed a total of 11 songs, including all tracks from the new release, at the ″Mezamashi WANGAN Festival.″ Interest in TWS continues in theaters as well. Their first VR concert ″RUSH ROAD″ will be screened from the 24th to the 30th at Fukuoka T-Joy Hakata and from the 9th to the 22nd of next month at Kanagawa Yokohama Burg 13. The VR concerts previously held in Tokyo and Osaka were popular enough to warrant encore screenings. ″SODA SODA″ is a single that expresses the hope of moving forward while cherishing the sparkling moments of youth. This album includes three songs: the title track ″SODA SODA,″ ″Palm Tree,″ and the Japanese version of the mini-album 2nd title track ″If I’m S, You Be My N″ from ″SUMMER BEAT!″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jungkook’s first solo song ″Seven″ has appeared on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart for 159 consecutive weeks. This record is the first and longest-charting achievement on this chart for any Asian group or solo artist song. On the August 8 Billboard Korea Global K-Songs chart, ″Seven″ ranked 20th, ″Standing Next To You″ ranked 66th, and ″3D″ ranked 83rd. All three songs have remained on the chart for 36 weeks. On the same date’s Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart, ″Seven″ rose 28 spots from the previous week to rank 157th. Jungkook debuted at number one on the Billboard main singles chart Hot 100 with ″Seven,″ released in 2023, and stayed on the chart for 15 weeks. Jungkook achieved number one on major charts including Billboard Global Excl. U.S. and Global 200 with ″Seven,″ ″Standing Next to You,″ and ″3D.″ Additionally, ″Seven″ became the first debut song by an Asian male artist to reach 1.3 billion plays on YouTube Music. On Spotify’s main chart Weekly Top Songs Global, it charted for 157 weeks, the longest for any Asian solo artist song, and was the first among Asian artist songs and 2023 releases to surpass 3.04 billion streams.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jin delivered outstanding live vocals and performances at the ’BTS WORLD TOUR ’ARIRANG’’ concert held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA. At the New Jersey concert held on August 2 and 3 (Korean time), Jin gave an ending remark in fluent English saying, ″Worldwide Handsome has to go to sleep, so Worldwide Cutie ARMY should also go to bed before midnight.″ Fans continued their enthusiastic support with placards bearing Jin’s name and costumes at the venue. The Instagram photos Jin shared captured moments from the New Jersey concert and backstage. Along with this, interest in Jin was also evident on social media. On X (formerly Twitter), phrases such as ’FLOWER JIN IN NEW JERSEY’, ’#JIN_IN_NEW_JERSEY_D1’ on the first day of the concert, and ’JIN BLOOMS IN EAST RUTHERFORD’, ’#JIN_IN_NEW_JERSEY_D2’ on the second day trended in real-time in the US and worldwide. BTS is scheduled to continue the world tour at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, USA, on August 6 and 7 (Korean time) after finishing the New Jersey concert.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The rookie boy group WAYF BOYS showcased a free-spirited charm different from existing K-POP through their debut song and music video. WAYF BOYS officially began their activities by releasing their debut single ″WAYF BOYS DO″ on the 7th. They incorporated the free-spirited characters they showed on SNS and various content into their debut song and music video as well. In the music video, the members revealed unpredictable charm with scenes rarely seen in boy groups, such as pulling down their pants in front of the camera, and fans captured and shared these scenes online. At the premiere of the ″WAYF BOYS DO″ music video, about 6,000 viewers watched simultaneously on YouTube, confirming high interest from domestic and international fans. The lyrics ″half vanilla, F * ICE″ appearing in Anderson’s part also attracted attention after the release, with the expression ″ICE″ being interpreted ambiguously, drawing diverse interest from overseas fans. WAYF BOYS have continuously emphasized the direction of ″NU K-POP″ throughout their debut process. Their goal is to freely express music, videos, and the members’ characters, incorporating playfulness, raw energy, and individual personalities into their content rather than a perfectly polished image. During production, Anderson led stage directing and choreography creation, other members contributed ideas, and they directly participated in artwork design and content production. WAYF BOYS had attracted attention mainly online even before their debut, and through ″WAYF BOYS DO,″ they are increasing interest in their music and the team itself. They plan to sequentially release performances and various follow-up content in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jang Yeol returns as rapper ’G.C Hammer’ after 20 years on KBS 2TV’s ″The Men Who Do Housework Season 2″ and takes on hip-hop lessons. Jang Yeol visits rapper Mushvenom, the runner-up of a hip-hop audition, to receive Spartan-style rap lessons. After receiving a message from composer Kim Do-hoon saying, ″There is someone who will properly learn rap,″ Jang Yeol heads straight to the location, but instead of a fancy recording studio, he meets Mushvenom at a traditional market. Inspired by the market, Mushvenom showcases a unique rap style, and Jang Yeol expresses his trust, calling him ″the person who will become my mentor.″ Confidently starting his rap, Jang Yeol surprises Mushvenom with bizarre lyrics and unpredictable wit. Later, when they move to Mushvenom’s studio, Jang Yeol is surprised by the modest workspace, unlike what he expected, but Mushvenom reveals, ″My voice is the equipment,″ showing his own musical world. During the Spartan rap lesson that follows, Jang Yeol challenges himself with freestyle rap recording, delivering unpredictable rap. Mushvenom expresses amazement, saying, ″This is rap I’ve never heard before.″ In the latter part of the lesson, Jang Yeol learns the core element of rap, ’rhyme,’ and shows significant improvement. MC Eun Ji-won praises him, saying, ″I knew you could do it.″ Jang Yeol makes an unexpected proposal to Mushvenom, and the scene stirs as Mushvenom suddenly stands up. The hip-hop mentor-mentee chemistry between Jang Yeol and Mushvenom will be revealed on KBS 2TV’s ″The Men Who Do Housework″ at 10:35 PM on the 8th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actress Jeon Hyo-sung challenged the Doosan Bears ceremonial first pitch for the first time in seven years and shared various baseball stadium experiences. On the 7th, Jeon Hyo-sung released a video on her YouTube channel ″Jeon, Hyo-sung″ showing everything from preparing for the first pitch to the on-site experience. This first pitch was her first in seven years since 2019, and Jeon Hyo-sung aimed not for a ″well-visible pitch″ but a ″well-thrown pitch.″ Before the pitch, Jeon Hyo-sung received a special lesson from Shin Jae-young, the 2016 Rookie of the Year and a player active in ″Fireball Baseball.″ Shin Jae-young rated Jeon Hyo-sung’s pitching as ″about 20 points,″ but she improved her skills through consistent practice and determination. Shin Jae-young encouraged her with words like ″Nice now,″ and ″That’s right, throw like that.″ At the baseball stadium, she took on challenges with the Doosan Bears mascot Cheol-woong and reunited with Park Chi-guk, who coached her during her first pitch seven years ago, receiving a final one-point lesson. Afterwards, Jeon Hyo-sung confidently took the mound and successfully completed the first pitch. Additionally, Jeon Hyo-sung performed the Do Flash show, known among baseball fans as the ″Jamsil Waterbomb,″ and enjoyed the stadium atmosphere with fans by doing a mukbang of the famous Jamsil Baseball Stadium dish, kimchi noodles. Meanwhile, Jeon Hyo-sung is active as the DJ of BTN Radio’s ″Jeon Hyo-sung’s Secret Night″ and plans to continue her group and solo activities through new stages and music.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV variety show ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ will feature an auction for a luxurious dinner, psychological battles, and team reunions in the upcoming episode airing on the 9th. In this episode, the six members participate in a dinner auction with 13 menu items prepared, using coins they each collected. As various dishes typically seen in high-end restaurants appear, the members compete fiercely, betting their coins generously to claim the food. Especially, Lee Yong-jin and DinDin, known as the ″intelligent players,″ confused the other participants with skillful bluffing even before the betting started. Lee Yong-jin provoked tension by falsely reporting to the production team, saying, ″DinDin is cheating,″ while keeping an eye on DinDin. Meanwhile, the Koyongtaek team (Kim Jong-min, Lee Yong-jin, Lee Ki-taek), who were completely defeated by the Junmooncheol team (Moon Se-yoon, Lee Jun, DinDin) in last week’s mileage acquisition mission, joined forces again in the dragonfly luck game, saying, ″It’s our turn to win this time.″ The Junmooncheol team also cheered for the Koyongtaek team’s reunion, saying, ″Statistically, it’s time to win.″ Attention is focused on whether Kim Jong-min, Lee Yong-jin, and Lee Ki-taek, reunited as the Koyongtaek team, can make up for their previous defeat and succeed in indoor sleeping. ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ will air at 6:10 PM on the 9th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Min-su secured first place in the second round of SBS LoveFM’s ″Life is an Audition,″ confirming his advancement to the third round. The second round consisted of the first stage duet mission and the second stage same-song death match. In the first stage, Kim Jung-yeon and Song Min-kyung won and advanced directly to the third round, while 16 participants competed in the second stage. As a result, a total of 10 participants ranked from first to tenth place advanced to the third round. Including Kim Jung-yeon and Song Min-kyung, a total of 12 participants continued to the third round’s life song ranking mission. Park Min-su chose the song ″Meeting″ for the death match and performed on stage, achieving first place in the second round. After the results were announced, Park Min-su shared his thoughts via phone, saying, ″I was very nervous and had some regrets in this round, but thanks to many people who worked hard together, including fans promoting me directly on the streets despite the hot weather, I was able to achieve good results. I am very grateful.″ He added, ″Many passionate people participated, and I am thankful to ’Life is an Audition’ for giving us this precious opportunity. This is my third audition, so I thought I wouldn’t be nervous, but seeing myself trembling made me realize I still have a long way to go. I will show growth by listening to the feedback from the judges after every stage.″ Jae-ha took second place, Han Kang and Moon Cho-hee tied for third, Ji Young-il placed fifth, Choi Dae-sung sixth, Moon Tae-jun seventh, Ryu Won-jung eighth, Gong Hoon ninth, and Yoon Seo-ryeong tenth. Meanwhile, SBS LoveFM’s ″Life is an Audition,″ hosted by Lee Sang-mi, airs every Monday through Friday at 4 p.m.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Mark Lee began communicating with fans through his first self-produced content, ″Mark Lee Living in Fort Lee.″ On the afternoon of the 7th, Mark released the first episode of ″Mark Lee Living in Fort Lee″ on the official Upper Room YouTube channel. The video captured his daily life in the Korean town of Fort Lee, New Jersey, where Mark revealed that he has been staying at a close friend’s house for a month and a half. Standing in front of the camera after a long time, Mark greeted neighbors and said, ″Since I live here without the awareness of being a celebrity, it actually feels awkward when people recognize me.″ On days without special plans, he was shown spending time with his close friend’s children and participating in childcare. Mark picked up the kids from kindergarten, helped them wash their hands at home, and showed a caring side. He spent time playing with the children until he was exhausted and was also seen playing the guitar and singing. The video also included scenes of Mark playing basketball with children he met during a neighborhood walk. He approached the kids first, started a conversation, and suggested a shooting contest, but he repeatedly missed shots, revealing a charmingly clumsy side. His blaming the basketball hoop brought laughter. Additionally, Mark mentioned, ″I worked on music in between trips to Manhattan,″ and the production team praised an unreleased original song he shared. Through this content, he presented an ordinary young man and a down-to-earth neighbor, older brother, and uncle figure, different from his stage persona.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 09 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kang Taeri revealed photos capturing small moments from her ordinary daily life. Recently, Kang Taeri posted a photo on her SNS wearing a white short-sleeve T-shirt and jeans, taken inside an elevator. Her long hair braided into two and matched with a pink bag caught attention. She communicated with her fans by leaving the caption, ″Tell me my hair looks pretty...💜,″ showing her unique lovable charm. She also shared a photo standing outside a cafe holding a drink. The comfortable style and natural pose in the photo well express the leisureliness of everyday life. Kang Taeri created a bright atmosphere by saying, ″It felt dull going into the cafe... haha.″ Additionally, she shared everyday stories from Hongdae Entrance. Proudly showing off a 10,000 won bag with a Kitty character drawn on it, she expressed affection by saying, ″I like this bag💖.″ Fans’ interest was also drawn by glimpses of her having a fun time walking together. Kang Taeri, who is loved for her down-to-earth charm, continues warm communication through her natural daily life this time as well.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The leader of the group BTS, RM, delivered a powerful performance at a solo concert held recently at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts, USA. On this day, RM sang parts of their hit song ″MIC Drop″ with newly altered lyrics, conveying their unique musical world and message. In particular, RM indirectly referenced the newly established ″Asian Pop″ category by the Grammy Awards, drawing attention by expressing the determination to ″do it our way.″ This statement is interpreted as their stance on the Grammy’s decision. Through this concert, BTS set a historic record as the first Korean artist to successfully hold a solo concert at Gillette Stadium. Hip-hop legend Nas visited the concert venue, creating a buzz. RM showed his emotion at Nas’s surprise visit, as he had been a longtime fan since childhood. Meanwhile, BTS is strengthening communication with fans worldwide through this concert, further solidifying their position as global artists. The powerful message and energy displayed on this stage are raising high expectations for their future endeavors.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Sana recently attracted attention by revealing a cheerful makeup look using YSL’s pink makeup items on her SNS. Sana wore a black sleeveless top and showed a scene where she looked into a mirror and touched her face with her hand in front of a plain white background. The photo, highlighting her long brown hair and focused expression looking to the side, created a sophisticated and elegant atmosphere. In particular, Sana shared that her current favorite makeup is a combination of YSL’s Gloss Plumper and the ″Make Me Brush Powder″ in color number 44, using the hashtag ″360 Cheerful Pink Makeup.″ She also mentioned that the Couture Mini Clutch in pink lamé, number 410, was impressive and recommended it to her fans. Born in Osaka, Japan, Sana debuted in 2015 with TWICE’s first album, THE STORY BEGINS, and has secured a global fandom with her outstanding vocal skills and natural visuals. Recently, she demonstrated her versatility by showing a new charm as the lead in her first acting challenge, Nyangi. Sana’s makeup reveal on SNS has attracted great interest not only from fans but also from the beauty industry, and the pink-toned makeup she chose is expected to become a summer trend. Going forward, Sana is likely to continue diverse activities across music, acting, and lifestyle.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group IVE successfully concluded their world tour concert ″SHOW WHAT I AM″ held in Seattle. At the Seattle concert, the members of IVE wore matching white t-shirts and short shorts on stage, showcasing refreshing visuals and dynamic stage manners. They waved their hands toward the audience and displayed lively energy, drawing great responses from fans. The venue was an indoor space filled with large-scale lighting and speakers, where many spectators gathered to heat up the atmosphere. Through this world tour, IVE is communicating with global fans while demonstrating musical growth and various charms. The members’ bright smiles and energy provided unforgettable memories for the fans who attended the concert. Meanwhile, IVE plans to continue active activities on various stages both domestically and internationally in September.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Kwon Eun-bi recently engaged with her fans by previewing a video filmed in Tokyo through her SNS. Kwon Eun-bi shared a message saying, ″Who’s coming to watch the Tokyo video✈️″ and encouraged fans to search for the keyword ’Kwon Eun-bi’ on YouTube to check out the video. The released post features Kwon Eun-bi wearing a black long-sleeve T-shirt and jeans, holding a smartphone and focusing on filming the video, along with natural daily scenes of her smiling in various spaces such as a café and a living room. There is also a scene capturing her enjoying cake and drinks in a joyful atmosphere, raising fans’ expectations. Regarding the specific content of the video, Kwon Eun-bi confidently said, ″Isn’t it fun? I knew it would be,″ while actively communicating with fans by asking them to leave comments and likes. In this way, Kwon Eun-bi shares her diverse daily life and connects closely with her fans. Meanwhile, on the 2nd, Kwon Eun-bi attracted attention by serving as the ceremonial first pitcher at the Doosan Bears vs. LG Twins game held at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul. On that day, she wore a Doosan Bears uniform and visited the stadium, drawing enthusiastic cheers from fans, and during the cleaning time, she showcased a special performance, demonstrating her charm as the ’Summer Queen.’ Actively communicating with fans through various activities, Kwon Eun-bi is expected to attract much attention once again with the upcoming Tokyo video.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In episode 7 of the tvN weekend drama ″Ghost Romantic,″ Cheon Yeori (played by Park Eun-bin) and Ma Kangwook (played by Yang Se-jong) pretend to be a couple through a fake engagement to avoid suspicion from those around them. Cheon Yeori and Ma Kangwook have been cooperating to resolve the grudges of ghosts, but this time, Cheon Yeori, who was forced into an unwanted engagement, embarks on a special mission of a fake engagement with Ma Kangwook, acting like lovers. The two continue dating to prove they are a couple by enjoying each other’s hobbies, such as climbing and arcade games. During this process, they create natural couple moments by holding stuffed toys side by side for couple photos and taking pictures of each other. Additionally, after Ma Kangwook greets Cheon Yeori’s family, a scene is previewed where Cheon Yeori meets his grandmother Paeng Myosoon (played by Cha Mi-kyung) at Ma Kangwook’s house. While taking a drunken Ma Kangwook home with fellow investigator Go Pil-dong (played by Lee Chang-hoon), Cheon Yeori accidentally encounters Paeng Myosoon, who looks at her with a mix of curiosity and caution. Paeng Myosoon is expected to ask Cheon Yeori many personal questions, putting her to the test. Attention is focused on whether Cheon Yeori and Ma Kangwook can successfully deceive those around them as fake lovers until the end, and what changes might occur in their relationship during this process. Episode 7 of ″Ghost Romantic″ will air on the 8th at 9:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group KiiiKiii has released a teaser for the music video of the title track ″Pop Off Pop Off″ from their third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii.″ Starship Entertainment announced on the 7th that the teaser video was unveiled through KiiiKiii’s official SNS. The video features a scene starting with the ″KiiiKiii Travel Map″ homepage appearing on a computer screen. It then shows the members freely enjoying a home party, with 2010s retro styling catching the eye. ″Pop Off Pop Off″ is an electronic synth-pop track based on intense synth sounds, combining a stylish beat and addictive chorus that evokes a dazzling performance. It is also known to contain KiiiKiii’s unique free-spirited energy and witty charm. KiiiKiii’s third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii″ is scheduled to be released on the 10th at 6 PM (KST).]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids topped major domestic and international charts with their mini album ’THIS & THAT’. The album was released on the 7th and ranked first on the Hanteo Chart and Circle Chart real-time album sections on the day of release. It also reached number one on the Worldwide and European iTunes album charts, as well as the European Apple Music album chart. Additionally, it topped the iTunes album charts in 32 regions, including Canada, Brazil, and France. The title track ″THIS & THAT″ ranked first on the domestic Bugs real-time digital chart and achieved success on overseas iTunes song charts in countries such as Argentina, Peru, and Singapore. The album includes a variety of genres such as strong hip-hop, EDM, 2000s pop, and ballads. This album is characterized by a chill atmosphere, relaxed vocals, and moves based on the hip-hop genre. The lyrics express confidence in being good at ″this and that.″ Three Racha conducted song sessions in the United States, creating eight songs including ″FARMING,″ ″After You,″ ″I Do,″ ″Way Out,″ and ″That Day.″ Stray Kids will continue their activities both domestically and internationally. They appeared on MBC-TV’s ″Show! Music Core″ on the same day and will participate in the ″2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon: Summer″ on the 9th. On the 29th and 30th, they are scheduled to perform at the Tokyo National Stadium as the first overseas male artist to do so. Next month, they will hold the festival ″Stray City″ in three Latin American regions and will headline the Brazilian festival ″Rock in Rio″ on the 11th.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Super Junior member Choi Siwon recently shared a photo on his SNS without any particular explanation, updating fans on his current status. The photo showed a gym free weights zone neatly arranged with dumbbells of various weights. As Choi Siwon revealed his weekend workout routine, his past fighting skills are gaining attention again. Member Shin Dong appeared on MBN’s ″Jeon Hyun Moo Plan″ last month and mentioned the fighting rankings within Super Junior, saying that Choi Siwon is a Taekwondo practitioner and learned boxing while filming dramas. Shin Dong evaluated, ″If they really fought seriously, the number one would probably be Choi Siwon,″ and named himself and Donghae as candidates for second place, adding that Donghae has a lot of muscle and learned boxing, making him difficult to beat. Choi Siwon has consistently expressed his political views through SNS, and in May, he took legal action against 10 individuals who posted malicious comments.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actor IU has released a photo taken with actor Ahn Seung-gyun. On the 8th, Ahn Seung-gyun posted a photo with IU on his SNS with the caption ″Always reliable!″ The two appeared together in the 2018 drama ″My Mister.″ IU recently visited the theater where Ahn Seung-gyun is performing in the play ″The Comeuppance,″ went on stage, and took a commemorative photo with the actors. IU was spotted wearing comfortable clothes, a mask, and a hat. It was also noted that IU recently used singer Jang Kiha’s song ″Living Without Incident″ as background music in an SNS post. IU and Jang Kiha had a relationship from 2015 to 2017. After recently ending a four-year public relationship with actor Lee Jong-suk, IU canceled a singer comeback and a concert scheduled for September due to symptoms of vocal cord nodules and entered a rest period. Meanwhile, after the historical distortion controversy of MBC’s ″21st Century Great Lady,″ IU resumed SNS activities and selected a song by former lover Jang Kiha, which sparked various reactions online. IU has not made any separate statements and has not deleted the song selection.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS has surpassed 15 million followers on their official Instagram, demonstrating the growth of their global fandom. BigHit Music announced on the 8th that CORTIS’s official Instagram account exceeded 15 million followers on the 5th. This is the fastest record among K-pop groups that debuted in the last five years, achieved in about one year since their first post on the official channel in August last year. During this period, CORTIS continued their growth by setting multiple records both domestically and internationally. CORTIS’s influence on social media was not limited to Instagram. As of 10 a.m. on the 8th, their TikTok followers reached 15.82 million, and their YouTube subscribers totaled 6.24 million, marking the highest number of subscribers among K-pop boy groups that debuted in the last five years. This expansion of fandom was influenced by their activities on the global stage. On the 1st, CORTIS performed in front of about 50,000 people at the large U.S. music festival ’Lollapalooza Chicago,’ and videos of the performance and live skills quickly spread through social media, leading to an influx of new fans. Their music chart performance has also been steady. The title track of their second mini-album, ’RedRed,’ entered Spotify’s ’Weekly Top Songs Global’ chart for 15 consecutive weeks and maintained the number one spot on the ’Weekly Top Songs Korea’ chart during the same period. It also ranked on the U.S. Billboard ’Global 200’ and ’Global (Excluding U.S.)’ charts for 14 consecutive weeks. Currently, CORTIS is conducting the ’2026 CORTIS TOUR ’PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN’ IN NORTH AMERICA’ in six cities across North America.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group Enhypen (Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Ni-ki) is raising the excitement for their comeback while holding the world tour ″ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR ’BLOOD SAGA’″ at Busan Sajik Indoor Gymnasium. After starting the ″BLOOD SAGA″ world tour at Seoul KSPO DOME last May, Enhypen performed 12 shows in 8 cities across North and South America over the past month, meeting approximately 193,000 fans. They plan to continue this momentum by connecting with domestic fans in Busan. The Busan concerts will be held over two days, August 8 and 9, and all seats sold out immediately upon the fan club pre-sale opening. The concerts are part of the comeback promotion for their 8th mini-album ″THE SIN : BLISS,″ expanding from a fan showcase to a full-scale concert to engage with more fans. A special stage is also prepared. The performance of the title track ″Bloody Paradise″ from the 8th mini-album will be unveiled for the first time at the Busan concerts. This Brazilian punk dance track metaphorically depicts the story of lovers looking at each other even in crisis situations as a ″paradise.″ The performance will enhance audience immersion with storytelling and stage production based on the vampire universe, along with stage design and setlists tailored to the concept. Elements of the stage that received praise at the Seoul concerts will also be featured again. Meanwhile, Enhypen’s 8th mini-album ″THE SIN : BLISS″ will be released on the 21st at 1 PM, and the music video for the title track ″Bloody Paradise″ will be unveiled at midnight on the 22nd.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong celebrated their 10th anniversary by gracing the cover of Esquire Korea’s September issue, presenting fans with a special photo shoot and various content. In this photo shoot, Lim Young Woong showcased a different atmosphere and a lyrical image than usual, with a close-up cover highlighting their deep gaze, complemented by a logo decorated in the official color of the Hero Era, adding meaning for the fans. This image will be unveiled as a large banner on the exterior wall of the HLL building in Nonhyeon-dong, Seoul, on the morning of August 8. The September issue of Esquire features three different covers along with a total of 28 pages of photo shoots and interviews. Through Lim Young Woong’s stylish appearance and sincere interview, readers can glimpse the time they have passed and their inner thoughts. Additionally, one of three Lim Young Woong posters sized 820x530mm is included, increasing its collectible value. Various content will also be provided through digital channels. On Esquire Korea’s official website, YouTube, Instagram, and other platforms, videos reflecting on the past 10 years of Lim Young Woong’s career, content introducing cherished items from their bag, and sincere interviews centered around the keyword ’10’ will be released sequentially, continuing until early September. Lim Young Woong’s photo shoot and related content will also be introduced to overseas fans through the global Esquire channels. The September issue of Esquire will be available for pre-order from August 7 on online bookstores such as Yes24, and will be sold at offline bookstores nationwide starting at the end of August. Lim Young Woong debuted in 2016 with ″Miwooyo″ and won the grand prize on TV Chosun’s ″Mr. Trot″ in 2020. Since then, they have established a unique position with diverse genres of music, solid vocal skills, and sincerity toward their fans. Their concerts continue to sell out, and the ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ IN GOYANG concert, held from September 4 to 6 at Goyang Sports Complex, also sold out quickly, leading to the opening of additional seats. To commemorate Lim Young Woong’s 10th anniversary, various events are being held, including the fan club ’Hero Era’s donation and volunteer activities and their first challenge on a fashion magazine cover.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TheBoyz member Younghoon has signed an exclusive contract with Namoo Actors and will pursue both acting and group activities. Namoo Actors officially announced the signing of the exclusive contract with Younghoon on the 7th. The company stated that they will spare no effort to support Younghoon in fully showcasing his abilities and charm as an actor. They also expressed their commitment to actively support TheBoyz’s activities, doing their best to ensure continuous precious encounters with fans. Additionally, they said they will cheer for Younghoon’s new leap forward and the moments to be created together with TheBoyz, asking for much interest and love for his various future activities. Younghoon debuted with TheBoyz in 2017, serving as a key visual and performance member, building a global fandom. He began his acting career in 2020 with the web drama ″Love Revolution,″ playing the role of Lee Kyung-woo. He also made special appearances as young Han Seung-wook in SBS’s ″One the Woman″ and as Dong Bang-sak in tvN’s ″Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938,″ showing his potential as an actor. He has also engaged in various music activities such as ″THRILL RIDE,″ ″REVEAL,″ and ″MAVERICK.″ TheBoyz members Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric have completed their group activity contracts and agreed to continue group activities as a nine-member unit. The team is preparing for group activities under a new label system, while each member has signed separate contracts with their respective agencies for individual activities. Group activities will be conducted concurrently through cooperation among the companies. The members prioritized maintaining trust with their fandom ″THE B″ and proceeded with individual contracts only after confirming the team’s future direction and stable group activities. TheBoyz’s upcoming team activity schedule will be announced sequentially. Meanwhile, Namoo Actors represents Yoo Joon-sang, Lee Joon-gi, Park Eun-bin, Song Kang, Koo Kyo-hwan, Kang Ki-young, Kim Jae-kyung, Lee Yoon-ji, Park Ji-hyun, Noh Jung-eui, Kim Ji-eun, Lee Yeol-eum, Jang Gyu-ri, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SBS Friday-Saturday drama ’Rebel X Detective 2’ premiered on August 7. This season depicts the story of chaebol detective Jin Isu (played by Ahn Bo-hyun) collaborating with Joo Hyera, the head of the National Police Agency’s anti-terrorism team played by Jung Eun-chae, as they conduct a joint investigation against a series of terrorist attacks. In the first episode, Jin Isu receives a message from an anonymous informant about a homemade bomb planted in Hansu Department Store and rushes to the scene. Jin accidentally triggers the bomb’s detonator, but the anti-terrorism team led by Joo Hyera arrives and successfully defuses the bomb. During this process, Jin Isu reunites with Joo Hyera, his ″demon instructor″ who rigorously trained him during police academy. After the bomb incident, Jin Isu attends the launch event for a whiskey brand he developed. At the event, it is revealed that another bomb has been planted along with provocative messages from an anonymous culprit. An explosion occurs in a pile of whiskey at the venue, but Jin Isu is not seriously injured. This reveals that Jin Isu has become the target of the serial terrorist attacks. Unable to identify the suspect, Joo Hyera decides to move Jin Isu to a safe house for his protection. During the transfer, another time bomb is discovered inside the vehicle. Jin Isu and Joo Hyera move the vehicle to an unpopulated area, facing a crisis. The bomb is large enough to cause damage within a 100-meter radius, and less than five minutes remain until detonation. Meanwhile, Jin Isu recalls past grudges to find the identity of the culprit targeting him and visits his incarcerated older brother Jin Seungjoo (played by Kwak Si-yang). However, no clear suspects are found. Colleagues from the Violent Crimes Unit 1, Park Junyoung (played by Kang Sangjun) and Choi Kyungjin (played by Kim Shinbi), also analyze footage taken on the day of the event and begin their investigation. The first episode of ’Rebel X Detective 2’ recorded nationwide ratings of 6.1%, 6.0% in the metropolitan area, a peak rating of 6.9%, and a highest 2049 demographic rating of 2.1% according to Nielsen Korea. These figures surpass the 5.8% rating of the first episode of season 1. Comprising a total of 14 episodes, ’Rebel X Detective 2’ airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Kim Min-ha recently gained attention for losing 17kg, and she expressed her conviction about her acting career rather than focusing on her appearance changes. On the 6th episode of the MBN·Channel S variety show ″Jeon Hyun-moo Plan 4,″ which aired on the 7th, Kim Min-ha visited long-established restaurants in Incheon with Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube. Upon meeting Kim Min-ha, Jeon Hyun-moo expressed surprise, saying, ″You really lost a lot of weight. You look like a completely different person.″ Kim Min-ha also said, ″I really lost a lot of weight,″ but showed puzzlement about why the weight loss became such a big topic, saying, ″I wondered why this is such a big deal.″ Jeon Hyun-moo explained, ″In our country, if someone loses a lot of weight, it becomes a hot topic for a whole week.″ Kim Min-ha previously revealed in an interview about the movie ″Hana Korea″ that she lost 16 to 17kg over about two years. She explained, ″It was a total of two years of weight loss,″ and added, ″Not only for the known works but also for the projects afterward, I had to lose a lot of weight for the roles. Almost 90% was because of the roles.″ She also emphasized that she did not lose weight rapidly in a short period. In the broadcast, Kim Min-ha said, ″I haven’t eaten since last night″ for the mukbang, and visited various long-established restaurants in Incheon with Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube, including an electric roasted chicken restaurant, a Baengnyeongdo cold noodles restaurant, and a sushi restaurant. After tasting the cold noodles, Kim Min-ha exclaimed, ″It tastes completely different!″ and showed a mukbang while eating steamed sea bream. Jeon Hyun-moo introduced Kim Min-ha as having shown fresh and realistic acting in ″Pachinko.″ He also praised her singing skills in relation to the congratulatory stage at the ″Blue Dragon Series Awards.″ Kim Min-ha revealed her past experience of joining a singer agency and her dream of becoming a jazz singer. When asked about acting, she said, ″I want to play roles that reveal the depths of a person’s inner self. I want to act as a character full of desire, like in ’Black Swan’.″ When asked if she was interested in romance roles, she said, ″I don’t think I’m interested in roles where I have to be pretty.″ Regarding her appearance, the topic of freckles came up. When Jeon Hyun-moo said, ″If you search ’Kim Min-ha’ on portals, freckles come up. That’s very charming,″ Kim Min-ha said, ″I never really minded or worried about them since I was young. Only after starting this work did I hear a lot that they were unique. At first, I wondered, ’Why is this a problem?’″ Additionally, Kim Min-ha said she often meets with Jung Eun-chae and Jung Eun-ji, who also appeared in ″Pachinko,″ and consults with Jung Ho-yeon about her concerns.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lionel Messi has unveiled an official signed collection that captures the history of the six FIFA World Cups he has participated in. Featuring uniquely designed uniforms personally signed by Messi, this collection allows fans to view his World Cup journey at a glance, from the 2006 Germany tournament to the upcoming 2026 North American (Canada, Mexico, United States) joint-hosted event. Recently, Messi posted on his social media, ″Germany 2006. South Africa 2010. Brazil 2014. Russia 2018. Qatar 2022. Canada, Mexico and United States 2026. Six FIFA World Cups. Relive the journey with my official FIFA World CupTM signed collection - available only at Icons.com.″ In the released photos, Messi is wearing a brown short-sleeve T-shirt clearly signed by him, with his tattoos prominently visible on his arm. Additionally, several framed uniforms from each tournament are showcased, offering fans a special value. Images of Messi meticulously signing by hand were also captured, further enhancing the collection’s collectible worth. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi is one of the top players in football history, having delivered outstanding performances on the World Cup stage for various countries. The release of this official signed collection is expected to be a meaningful keepsake not only for Messi’s fans but also for all who love football.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Lee Dong-wook is drawing attention by revealing intense behind-the-scenes action shots. On the 7th, Lee Dong-wook posted several photos on his SNS account. In the revealed images, Lee Dong-wook is standing in the center under the lights, shirtless and wearing only black pants, with his hands clasped. The indoor set, featuring a gray wall and lighting equipment in the background, shows filming staff busily moving around, giving a sense of the atmosphere on set. Especially notable is his clearly defined abs, fully showcasing the more toned physique he has achieved after recently gaining 8kg. The diverse behind-the-scenes shots, including him looking back with his hands tied behind and checking the filming scenes in a space with computer equipment, caught attention. These photos were taken on the set of the Disney+ original series ″Killer’s Shopping Mall Season 2,″ in which Lee Dong-wook is participating. The revealed scenes show his fighting spirit as he prepares for intense action scenes taking place locally in Thailand. His passion, demonstrated through relentless practice and physical conditioning without frustration for the tense action scenes, is clearly conveyed. Meanwhile, Lee Dong-wook is spending busy days this year with various projects and filming schedules, and through this work, he plans to showcase more mature acting skills and action performance. Fans are sending warm support for his new challenge.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Nana recently attended a luxury fashion brand event held in Gangnam-gu and Cheongdam-dong, Seoul, showcasing her dazzling visuals. At the event, Nana captivated attention by perfectly pulling off various styles, including a white short-sleeve T-shirt, a shirt, and a yellow dress. Posing alongside bags displayed throughout the venue, she presented an elegant yet sophisticated charm. In particular, her unique poses holding a black bag and placing a bag on her head revealed her keen fashion sense. The background, featuring a white wall, blue curtains, and tables with various items, created a luxurious atmosphere. Nana faced forward with a bright smile and a gentle expression, bringing a lively energy to the event. In addition to Nana, several actors and singers attended the event, drawing public interest. Nana, who is attracting fans’ attention with her diverse outfits and comfortable yet stylish styling, is expected to continue active pursuits not only in fashion but also as an actress.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Badminton Korea Association has officially begun nurturing domestic badminton prospects in preparation for 2026. Recently, the association successfully conducted the third domestic training session of the ’2026 Preliminary National Team Development Project,’ focusing on improving the skills of the next generation of national team players. This training, supported by the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee, emphasizes the systematic discovery and development of future national team talents. It is designed to allow trainees to enhance their on-site experience by training alongside current national team players. An association official stated, ″This provides promising players with the opportunity to directly experience the playing styles and strategies of their seniors, thereby improving their practical skills.″ Meanwhile, the ’2026 Youth National Team Training Camp’ is being held in the Cheongsong area of Gyeongbuk Province, which is emerging as a key training site for cultivating the next generation of badminton national team players. Under close cooperation between Cheongsong County and the association, state-of-the-art training facilities and environments have been established to increase players’ training focus. In addition, the ’2026 Victor Korea Masters,’ one of the top domestic badminton tournaments, is soon to be held, which is expected to greatly aid preliminary national team and youth national team players in assessing their performance and gaining experience. The Korea Masters is a tournament featuring world-class players and serves as an important stage for strengthening the international competitiveness of domestic players. Through these various training sessions and tournament participations, the Badminton Korea Association plans to establish a stable foundation for the future national team players’ growth and further enhance the competitiveness of Korean badminton.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900