https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr Singer Kwon Eunbi revealed her daily life during a trip to Japan with Kim Minju. On the afternoon of the 22nd, Kwon Eunbi posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″For some reason, I like it.″ In the photos, Kwon Eunbi was seen taking pictures against various locations in Japan. She wore a white sleeveless top, a sky-blue cardigan, and denim shorts, showcasing her bright orange medium-length bob hairstyle. In another photo, she was captured looking at the camera with a playful expression alongside Kim Minju or taking a selfie in front of a mirror set up by the roadside. Kwon Eunbi previously mentioned that her weight was 44kg. Despite being nicknamed the ″Waterbomb Goddess″ this year, Kwon Eunbi was not included in the Waterbomb lineup.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Soo-hong’s sister-in-law, Ms. Lee, was found guilty again in the appellate court on charges of defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act. On the 23rd, the 1st Criminal Division of the Seoul Western District Court sentenced Ms. Lee to a fine of 12 million won, the same as the first trial, during the appellate sentencing hearing. Ms. Lee was indicted for spreading false information in a KakaoTalk group chat, including statements such as ″Park Soo-hong’s words are lies,″ ″Park Soo-hong is cohabiting with a woman,″ and ″Park Soo-hong lived with a woman,″ thereby defaming Park Soo-hong. The appellate court ruled that the content posted by Ms. Lee in the chatroom constituted clear false statements and upheld the original fine. Earlier, at the second trial’s closing hearing, the prosecution requested a 10-month prison sentence, stating, ″She defamed a celebrity by making false statements in a group chat, the crime is not minor, and she denies the charges without showing remorse. She has not taken any measures to restore the victim’s damages, and the victim also demands severe punishment.″ Ms. Lee’s defense attorney argued during the trial, ″It is difficult to say that the prosecution’s facts were proven beyond a reasonable doubt,″ and ″The main motive was explanation, not defamation. The response was largely defensive.″ In her final statement, Ms. Lee said, ″Although it was a very personal conversation with acquaintances, I apologize for causing pain to Park Soo-hong and Kim Da-ye through this conversation,″ adding, ″I realized how foolish and shameful my actions were. I deeply reflect on this and will ensure such things never happen again. I will be a mother who is not ashamed in front of my children,″ seeking leniency, but the court maintained its ruling. Meanwhile, Park Soo-hong’s older brother, Mr. Park, was sentenced to 3 years and 6 months in prison by the Supreme Court in February for embezzling funds from the entertainment agency’s corporation and appearance fees. The first trial for the approximately 9.8 billion won damages lawsuit filed by Park Soo-hong against his older brother and his wife is scheduled for September 11 at the 12th Civil Division of the Seoul Western District Court.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group LYSN (Woni, Liv, Minami, Mei, Jena) has been appointed as the broadcast ambassadors for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in collaboration with MBC. On the 23rd, MBC announced that LYSN was officially selected as the promotional ambassadors and plans to engage viewers with various specialized content throughout the event. Through this ambassador role, LYSN filmed several contents with MBC, including the official promotional video, event introduction videos, and messages supporting the South Korean athletes. These videos will be released sequentially during the Asian Games, which will be held from September 19 to October 4, via MBC’s broadcast coverage, related programs, and digital platforms. Additionally, LYSN members Woni and Minami will appear in a special content series called ″One-Shot Instructor LYSN,″ alongside MBC’s leading casters and commentators such as Kim Sung-joo and Ahn Jung-hwan. The two members will introduce the culture, attractions, and key points to watch at the Asian Games in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture in an easy and friendly manner. LYSN expressed, ″We are very happy and honored to be part of MBC’s Asian Games broadcast as ambassadors. We will wholeheartedly support the South Korean athletes to perform at their best. We hope viewers will enjoy the Asian Games even more with MBC.″ Under the slogan ″Together Asia, Together MBC,″ MBC plans to showcase the excitement of the event on-site and differentiated content featuring LYSN throughout the Asian Games. Meanwhile, LYSN recently achieved a comeback hit with ″LOVE ATTACK,″ released in August 2024, after about two years, and won their first music show award since debut with the single ″Pretty Girl,″ released on the 8th. They have also proven their popularity through appearances on variety shows such as JTBC’s ″Knowing Bros″ and MBC’s ″Omniscient Interfering View,″ continuing their upward momentum by ranking first in TV and OTT non-drama appearance popularity.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jaehyun of NCT is gaining attention by participating in the official social media campaign for Prada’s 2026 Fall/Winter collection. Recently, Jaehyun posted various styled photos on his Instagram account with the hashtags ’#JAEHYUNxPrada’ and ’#PradaxJAEHYUN’. In the photos, Jaehyun perfectly embodies multiple concepts, pairing a black suit with a purple shirt or wearing a brown jacket with black pants, creating a sophisticated atmosphere. Notably, he showcases his unique fashion sense through diverse poses and outfits, from gazing directly at the camera while wearing glasses, leaning against a green background, to sitting on the floor wearing a red sleeveless T-shirt and a hat. In this photo shoot, Jaehyun expressed his own style through Prada’s classic yet modern clothing, demonstrating strong synergy with the brand. Amid growing interest from fans and the fashion industry, Jaehyun is expected to continue making a distinctive impact across various fields. Meanwhile, Jaehyun is actively promoting not only with NCT’s diverse unit activities but also as a solo artist. Recently, he released the single ’99 Degrees,’ which he participated in writing and composing, earning recognition for his musical talents. He is expanding communication with global fans through his work in various music and fashion fields.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Nam Joo-hyuk is actively continuing his vibrant activities while sharing diverse updates. Recently, Nam Joo-hyuk posted several photos along with a meaningful message on his personal SNS. In the revealed photos, he is seen taking a selfie in front of a mirror at the gym wearing a black short-sleeve T-shirt and a cap, and showing off his arm muscles in a gray sleeveless T-shirt, giving a glimpse of his healthy daily life. Additionally, he was captured swimming underwater wearing goggles at a pool. Outdoors, he attracted attention by standing in front of the beach wearing a yellow hoodie and a cap, and exercising near workout equipment in a park dressed in a black hoodie and jeans. Along with this, he left a short message on SNS saying ″2025~9000👋,″ which seems to hint at new challenges or plans, sparking curiosity among fans. Meanwhile, actor Nam Joo-hyuk continues his active acting career by being cast in various projects recently. He confirmed his appearance in next year’s Disney+ original series ’Code,’ taking on the role of a materialistic lawyer. He is also gaining attention for being cast as the romantic lead in the drama ’Heartbeat (working title),’ co-starring with Han So-hee. Nam Joo-hyuk is raising expectations for his future activities by showing a more mature side through consistent exercise and self-care, as well as his acting.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Son Na-eun recently appeared on the YouTube channel ’YouTube Hajiyoung’ and revealed the difficulties she faced debuting at a young age and how she has changed as an actress. Son Na-eun debuted in 2011 as a member of the group Apink and has been active in the entertainment industry for a long time. After leaving the team in 2022, she has been working as an actress. She is currently starring in the SBS TV Friday-Saturday drama ’Chief Kim,’ which surpassed a 20% viewership rating after just four episodes. She confessed that she had placed many restrictions on herself since she started working at a young age. Son Na-eun said, ″I used to limit myself a lot. I thought to myself, ’I shouldn’t do this.’ Looking back now, it feels like such a waste. I should have done those things when I was young, and I regret it.″ She added, ″Now, I have gotten much better. It didn’t happen because I tried to change, but it happened naturally. Now, I can even talk to strangers. Until my mid-to-late twenties, I couldn’t even handle bank transactions or walk outside alone.″ Hajiyoung empathized, saying, ″You started working at such a young age. You always had people protecting you, and the company was with you. Only now are you living as Son Na-eun.″ Son Na-eun responded, ″I feel like I am living as myself. It feels really good, but with that comes a sense of responsibility.″ Regarding the title of a singer-turned-actress, Son Na-eun said, ″I always think that people must be judging me. Since I came from being a singer, there are those aspects. It’s not completely gone even now, but it has improved a lot. That’s why I try harder and want to develop myself.″ She mentioned that to feel comfortable on set, she approaches others first and tries to smile, adding, ″Because of that, now I even think, ’Hey, this isn’t so bad.’″ Son Na-eun also revealed that she still lives in the neighborhood where she was born and has found joy in seeing how the area has changed while walking around after a long time. She said, ″I feel like I’m alive, and in those small moments, I feel a little happiness.″ She shared that in the past, she didn’t have the time or leisure to feel such simple happiness, but now she feels like she is living like a human being.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Soyihyun and Ingyojin, a married couple, revealed their family daily life with their two daughters. On the 22nd, Soyihyun posted several photos on her account with the message, ″Time really passes mercilessly.″ In the released photos, Soyihyun wore a black sleeveless dress with her hair neatly tied, while Ingyojin appeared in a black short-sleeve T-shirt and shorts. The two were seen enjoying a family date outdoors with bright smiles alongside their two daughters. The photos also captured scenes of Ingyojin holding one daughter in his arms and posing, as well as sitting on a chair with both daughters, laughing while eating ice cream. Soyihyun was also shown smiling with her hand covering her mouth between her two daughters playing in a spacious yard. Soyihyun married Ingyojin in 2014 and they have two daughters. Recently, she appeared in the KBS 2TV weekend drama ″We Prescribe Love.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Jin-young revealed his daily life with his two daughters and his future plans on episode 408 of MBC’s variety show ″The Manager.″ On the broadcast, Park Jin-young personally showcased his home, family, and daily routine. He remarried in 2013 and has two daughters aged 6 and 7, born in 2019 and 2020. He expressed that his life changed after having children and shared his wish to ″become the best dad ever.″ He starts each day with hugs from his daughters and showed special affection by composing a dedication song for them. Park Jin-young also mentioned that his daughters resemble him with their long limbs and talents in dancing and singing. He said, ″There is no better job in the world than being a singer,″ and revealed his idea of forming a girl group featuring the daughters of Rain and Kim Tae-hee, Boom, and his own two daughters, which brought laughter to the scene. His self-care routine was also introduced in detail on the show. Park Jin-young begins his day with organic foods such as healthy oils, seasonal fruits, Greek yogurt, and deep ocean water. He demonstrated a strict daily regimen he has maintained for over 20 years, including English vocabulary memorization, warm-up and stretching, weight training, finishing exercises, facial muscle workouts, piano, and vocal practice. His manager stated, ″He schedules his day down to the minute. With the goal of delivering the best dance performances until he turns 60, he has kept this routine without missing a single day for over 20 years.″ Park Jin-young made his comeback on July 23 with the new single ″WET.″ This song is a summer track released about six years after ″When We Disco (Duet with Sunmi)″ in 2020 and was selected as the main theme song for Korea’s representative summer festival, Waterbomb 2026. Episode 408 of ″The Manager″ will air on the 25th at 11:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS leader RM recently spoke about his changes as a team leader in an interview video with British fashion designer Bella Freud. RM described the role of a leader by saying, ″For example, everyone is lying on the sofa. But the window is open, and it’s very cold. Then someone has to close the window. But since lying on the sofa is really comfortable, no one wants to do it. It’s a really annoying task.″ He explained, ″At that moment, one person gets up and gets off the sofa. That is what a leader does. Taking a few steps to close the window. I think that’s what a leader does for the team. That’s all.″ He revealed that although he showed a self-centered leadership style for about nine years since debut, he changed his leadership style and communication methods according to the changes and growth of the group and its members. Meanwhile, BTS held solo concerts at Stade de France in Paris on July 17 and 18, concluding the European leg of their world tour ’ARIRANG.’ Prior to that, they performed a total of 10 shows in five cities—Madrid, Spain; Brussels, Belgium; London, UK; Munich, Germany; and Paris, France—meeting with 717,000 fans. On July 19, they participated in the halftime show of the ’2026 FIFA North and Central America World CupTM’ final held at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States. On this stage, BTS appeared as a co-headliner alongside Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lim Young Woong’s official YouTube channel is approaching 1.8 million subscribers. As of July 22 and 23, the Lim Young Woong official YouTube channel ’Lim Young Woong’ has surpassed 1.79 million subscribers, with just over 10,000 subscribers remaining to reach 1.8 million. The channel has uploaded 987 videos, with a cumulative view count exceeding 3.1 billion. The channel includes various content such as new song music videos, concert highlights, daily life vlogs, and variety show clips. Lim Young Woong ranks among the top cumulative streaming artists on the music platform Melon and continues to show steady subscriber growth and high view counts on YouTube. Fans, including the fandom ’Youngwoong Era,’ express their affection for Lim Young Woong through comments. Meanwhile, Lim Young Woong is currently appearing on the SBS variety show ’Mountain Village Bachelor Youngwoong’ and is scheduled to hold the ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ concert for three days starting September 4 at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS RM revealed his thoughts on his role and leadership as a leader. In a video released on the YouTube channel ’Fashion Neurosis’ on the 22nd, RM met with British fashion designer Bella Freud and shared his experiences as the BTS leader, his leadership philosophy, and his thoughts on reading and art. Regarding the role of a leader, RM said, ″Imagine everyone is lying on the sofa, but the window is open and the room is cold.″ He added, ″Someone has to close the window, and when no one moves, I think the person who gets up first and takes action is the leader.″ He continued, ″If it’s something that has to be done, I thought it was right for me to do it.″ He also mentioned the changes in his leadership from the early days to now. He explained, ″For the first eight or nine years, I was a strong and somewhat authoritarian leader.″ He added, ″But as the team grew and the members each gained their own names and careers, that approach no longer worked. After that, it shifted toward communication.″ He shared that when the members say, ″We know your efforts. We’re glad to have a leader like you,″ all his stress disappears. RM grew close to reading in his childhood due to his parents’ influence and named Hermann Hesse’s Demian as a life-changing book. He said, ″Through that book, I first discovered the nature of jealousy within me,″ reflecting on his jealousy toward friends who were popular in class. He added, ″I read this book four or five times,″ and said he was able to naturally encounter the wisdom of the older generation. Meanwhile, RM debuted as the leader of BTS in 2013 and has led the team to establish themselves as global artists.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Bolbbalgan4 will officially release a remake single of Indigo’s ″Summer, Please″ on the 22nd at 6 PM through various online music platforms. This single is a reinterpretation of the original song released by Indigo in 2002, infused with Bolbbalgan4’s unique sensibility. While maintaining the excitement of the original, some lyrics have been newly refined, changing ″After meeting the girl in a bikini″ to ″After meeting the guy in a shirt″ and ″I will even quit smoking″ to ″I will even quit watching dramas,″ adding a distinct musical color. Six years ago, a version of the song with Bolbbalgan4 singing only the first verse was featured in a commercial, garnering over 1 million views on YouTube and attracting attention. Since then, fans have continuously requested an official release every summer, and this project is meant to respond to their long-awaited anticipation. Singer-songwriter Jeokjae participated in the arrangement, harmoniously blending rhythmic acoustic sounds with Bolbbalgan4’s refreshing vocals. Their agency, Kenbus, stated, ″The message Bolbbalgan4 wanted to convey with this single is to take you back to the most vibrant season you have ever experienced, hoping this summer will shine once again.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Red Velvet’s Joy revealed photos related to the summer mini-album ’Velvet Summer’ on Instagram. On the 21st, Joy posted several photos on her personal account with the caption, ″High Tide. Red Velvet Summer Mini Album ’Velvet Summer’ 2026.08.03 6PM (KST). Pre-order.″ In the released photos, Joy showcased a style reminiscent of a mermaid with a white top and long skirt, an outfit adorned with shell decorations, and long black hair. Photos with the sea as the background and group photos with the members were also revealed. Joy, who recently attracted attention for her weight loss, caught eyes with her slim waist and toned figure. Fans responded with various comments such as ″She really looks like a mermaid″ and ″So beautiful.″ Joy also left the phrase, ″Pre-order RedVelvet.lnk.to/VelvetSummer.″ Red Velvet will release the mini-album ’Velvet Summer’ on August 3rd at 6 PM. The album will include all tracks, including the title song ″Hot Girls Cold Vibe.″ ″Hot Girls Cold Vibe″ is a pop dance song characterized by addictive bass and guitar sounds and a beat development with a twist, with lyrics and composition by KENZIE. Another track, ″Orchestra,″ is a modern reinterpretation of Henry Mancini’s ″Lujon,″ featuring elegant and exotic atmospheres and lyrics likening the song to an orchestral performance.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 J-pop boy group aoen, affiliated with HYBE, released their third single ″HAJIMARI COLOR″ on the 22nd. aoen is a seven-member group consisting of Yuuju, Luka, Gaku, Hikaru, Sota, Kyosuke, and Leo, who debuted in June 2025. Their previous work, ″INSTANT CRUSH,″ achieved cumulative shipments of 100,000 copies and received a Gold Disc certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan. The new release ″HAJIMARI COLOR″ includes a total of four songs: the title track, ″BOoM×2 DROP,″ ″Youth,″ and ″Asphalt Rainbows.″ This album captures the process of the seven members’ distinct personalities coming together as one color. Producers such as Taka Perry, who participated in KATSEYE’s ″Touch,″ and LOAR collaborated on the album. In the music video for the title track, scenes depict the seven members interacting together, centered around Yuuju. On the 21st, aoen performed the title track and the included song ″BOoM×2 DROP″ for the first time at a release event held in Tokyo, Japan. Currently, aoen is connecting with fans while touring all 47 prefectures of Japan on their first solo tour.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jin and RM wore custom looks specially made by Gucci at the world tour ’Arirang’ performance held in Paris, France. On the 22nd, Gucci announced that they showcased custom Gucci looks for Jin and RM at the Paris performances on the 17th and 18th (local time). Jin matched a blue washed denim biker jacket with denim pants of the same wash and a white T-shirt with GG details. On another stage, he wore a black distressed shirt with black micro sequin decorations, fringe details, and black washed denim with crystal strass accents, completing the style with Gucci jewelry and sunglasses. RM wore a black leather bomber jacket with shoulder epaulet details, a black silk jersey hoodie, black leather cargo pants with gloves, and added a Gucci bracelet and sunglasses. In another outfit, he paired a green plaid cotton shirt, a white crystal tank top, and brown pants with Gucci jewelry. A Gucci representative stated that the custom looks focused on emphasizing Jin and RM’s stage personality and performance.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X(MONSTA X) unit Shownu X Hyungwon was named on Billboard’s list of ’The 25 Best K-Pop Albums of 2026 (So Far), Staff Picks’ with their second mini album ’LOVE ME.’ Billboard selected Shownu X Hyungwon’s album on its official website, mentioning their musical capabilities, the unique color of the unit, and the delicate portrayal of the various nuances of the emotion of love. It was reported that their musical world, completed with sophisticated sound and deepened expression, continued to attract Billboard’s attention even after their activities ended. Additionally, Billboard evaluated that Shownu X Hyungwon showed a different delicacy, calmness, and balance between the two, distinct from Monsta X’s powerful performances. Regarding the title track ’Do You Love Me,’ they stated that the repetitive chorus impressively depicted the process of seeking answers about love. Tracks such as ’Superstitious’ and ’Accelerator’ also expanded the album’s spectrum with their different genre charms. Through ’LOVE ME,’ Shownu X Hyungwon demonstrated solidified performance skills and musical expansion. Performing ’Do You Love Me’ on music shows, they gained attention with performances utilizing various movements and the point choreography ’L TAP’ dance emphasizing hip and shoulder movements. They also left an impression on global fans by maximizing the song’s atmosphere and emotions with more delicate vocals. Meanwhile, Shownu X Hyungwon is scheduled to appear at ’Waterbomb Seoul 2026’ on the 25th. Monsta X’s ’2026 MONSTA X WORLD TOUR [THE X : NEXUS]’ is also underway.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 PLAVE greeted fans ahead of their 2026 world tour ″KEEP IT MANIC″ performance in Macao. The members expressed their excitement about being able to meet fans in person through this Macao stage. Along with their anticipation for the concert preparations, they vowed to deliver special moments on stage. One member said, ″Just thinking about meeting PLAVE at the concert makes me so nervous and my heart feels like it’s going to explode,″ expressing their excitement. Another member mentioned the beauty of Macao and shared great joy about being able to perform there with the members. They also revealed that a surprise gift for fans is being prepared for this performance. PLAVE said, ″We have prepared something so amazing that the entire Terra will be shaking,″ raising expectations while keeping some details of the show a secret. They added, ″We are working hard on a surprise gift that our Plidels will remember for a lifetime, so please wait just a little longer.″ Finally, PLAVE asked fans to look forward to the day they will meet soon and urged them to create happy memories at the 2026 PLAVE World Tour ″KEEP IT MANIC″ in Macao, held at the London Arena.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actress Jeon Hyo-sung appeared on the YouTube channel ’Ham Eun-jung’ on the 22nd, where she shared various stories with Ham Eun-jung and Yang Ji-won. Jeon Hyo-sung, Ham Eun-jung, and Yang Ji-won met at a snack bar and reminisced about their time in the group ’Oso Nyeo,’ their individual debut processes, and life in the dormitory. Ham Eun-jung recalled the first time she met Jeon Hyo-sung at the Oso Nyeo dormitory, saying, ″She was so pure, but a few years later, when I saw her debut with Secret, I was stunned.″ Jeon Hyo-sung revealed the story of how she almost became a member of T-ara and the circumstances that led to her debut with Secret. When asked about marriage, she responded, ″I’ve been living in the dormitory for so long that living alone feels very comfortable,″ mentioning the difficulties of dormitory life. On that day, the three also shared behind-the-scenes stories related to Secret’s comeback. Jeon Hyo-sung said, ″In the past, it felt like the company was making us do everything. I ran so hard that I wondered if this was really the life I wanted,″ adding, ″As time passed, no matter the outcome, I wanted to do Secret activities again, and this time, it feels more fun because I am doing what I want on my own.″ Ham Eun-jung and Yang Ji-won mentioned the choreography video for Secret’s track ’GET RIGHT’ and cheered Jeon Hyo-sung on, saying, ″You look so happy in every video.″ Afterwards, they continued their conversation on various topics, creating a warm atmosphere. Finally, Jeon Hyo-sung, Ham Eun-jung, and Yang Ji-won moved to the practice room to film the challenge for Secret’s new song ’ICE CREAM.’ During the practice session together after about 20 years, Jeon Hyo-sung expressed deep emotions and led the mood with energetic calls throughout the filming. Meanwhile, Jeon Hyo-sung is communicating with listeners as the DJ of BTN Radio’s ’Jeon Hyo-sung’s Secret Night’ and plans to continue various activities as both a group and solo artist.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lee Boram will release her new single ″On the Other Side of the Light″ on August 2 at 6 PM. On the 22nd, Lee Boram shared a behind-the-scenes vlog of the live clip for ″On the Other Side of the Light″ on her personal YouTube channel ″Boramssiya.″ In the video, she visits a hair salon to change her hairstyle to a red color and also sings a line from the OST of the animation ″Dodgeball King Tongki.″ Along with black-toned styling, she showed her focus on live performance even offstage, revealing her sincerity toward the new song. She also performed a live snippet of ″On the Other Side of the Light″ for her fans, saying, ″This is a song I have been preparing for a long time, so I want to share it with you soon. I hope you like it a lot, and I will practice hard to perform it well.″ In May, Lee Boram released a full-length album ″First, Again″ with S.E.A after 15 years and also released a remake of S.E.A’s representative song ″Shall We Get Married.″ She is continuing various activities, having successfully completed her solo concert ″SPARKLE.″ Meanwhile, the stage performance of ″On the Other Side of the Light″ will be pre-released on July 28 on ENA’s ″K-Pop Up Chart Show″ ahead of the official release.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Bada revealed the secrets to maintaining her healthy lifestyle and beauty. Former S.E.S. member Bada shared her daily life with fans on the 22nd, drawing attention for her bright and youthful appearance. On that day, Bada caught attention by showing her natural bare face without makeup. In the video, she displayed her unchanged youthful beauty with clear skin and distinct facial features. Bada introduced her own ″positive routine,″ saying, ″Every morning when I brush my teeth, I look at myself in the mirror and say, ’Hi, good morning~ I love you today too.’ Then I deliberately smile once more.″ She added, ″It’s a very small habit repeated daily, but both my body and mind change more than I expected,″ and encouraged, ″I really hope you try it once. It makes you feel good and starts a wonderful day.″ She also emphasized the importance of a positive mindset, saying, ″Youth seems to start not from something expensive but from how you treat yourself every day.″ She revealed plans to consistently share her healthy daily life with fans. Bada said, ″Whenever I come to mind, I will share with you little habits of my life, such as the food I eat when managing my diet, exercise, and ways to live long, healthy, and happily.″ She added, ″Some things might match your tastes, and others might not, but I hope you enjoy the diversity. Let’s all stay beautiful, happy, and healthy.″ Meanwhile, Bada married a businessman 10 years her junior in 2017 and has one daughter. She is currently active in broadcasting and performances, as well as communicating with fans through SNS, sharing various aspects of her daily life.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Gina recently shared photos on her SNS wearing black leggings and a sleeveless top. In the photos, Gina posed in various ways while wearing high heels, and she also posted images showing her abs in a white t-shirt and jeans. On the 21st, Gina posted several recent photos without any comments. Recently, she marked her 16th debut anniversary by announcing a remake of her debut song ″I’ll Get Lost, Live Well″ and expressed, ″Wow.. It’s already been 16 years since my debut. Thank you for still remembering me and staying by my side.″ She also mentioned the period when she was expelled from the entertainment industry after receiving a fine for prostitution mediation charges 10 years ago, sharing her difficult feelings at the time in a lengthy SNS post. She recalled, ″People say, ’You handled it really well.’ No, I didn’t. I was going crazy, lost my vitality inside, suffered in silence, and couldn’t ask for help. I was shattered alone.″ She added, ″I just endured it. Not because I was strong every day, but simply because I had no other choice.″ Gina posted a video about one minute long, saying, ″Hello, meet again. Chapter 2. Finding my voice,″ and stated, ″Over the past few years, I watched people from afar create stories about me. Those writings never captured my true self. And for a long time, I chose silence. Not because those words were true, but because I was not ready yet.″ She also said, ″This shoot was not just a simple photo shoot. It felt like the beginning of something I have dreamed of for a very, very long time,″ showing her determination for future activities. Meanwhile, after receiving a fine in 2016 for violating laws related to prostitution mediation, Gina stopped her activities in South Korea and left for Canada. In 2017, she celebrated her 10th debut anniversary at Lindeman Lake in Vancouver, Canada, sharing a message, ″We will meet again soon. I am preparing for a new beginning.″ Since then, her activities in the domestic entertainment industry have been virtually halted.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Director Jang Hang-jun, who attracted 17 million viewers with the film ″The King and the Clown,″ expressed anger regarding the story of the shaman who ruined Joseon on SBS Plus’s ″Time Tracker Seollok.″ This program recorded a nationwide household rating of 0.3% for two consecutive weeks (according to Nielsen Korea). In the second episode of ″Time Tracker Seollok,″ aired on the 21st, it was revealed that U.S. President Ronald Reagan, German dictator Adolf Hitler, and Joseon’s Empress Myeongseong shared the commonality of ″shamanism.″ Actor Jung Young-joo, historian Gye Seung-beom, and psychologist Cho Young-eun appeared to discuss the theme of ″politics, shamanism, and behind-the-scenes power.″ The broadcast introduced a case of astrology-based politics at the White House. It was mentioned that astrologer Joan Quigley, after the assassination attempt on President Reagan, delved into the First Lady’s psychology and was appointed as a secret advisor to the White House, advising on state affairs through astrological predictions. The president’s schedule was managed with a ″fortune calendar″ divided into three colors according to the horoscope, and there were indications that astrology influenced the end of the Cold War. Jung Young-joo said, ″Did world history really change because of that one piece of paper?″ The story then continued with Hitler’s hidden architect, Erik Jan Hanussen. Hanussen was an astrologer who predicted to Hitler, ″You will become the Führer of Germany,″ and was revealed to be a public opinion architect who made Hitler appear as ″Germany’s savior″ to the masses. Hanussen also taught Hitler public speaking skills for mass agitation. Bong Tae-gyu commented, ″He seems worse than Hitler.″ Hanussen’s end remained a mystery. Shortly after Hitler became chancellor, Hanussen was found dead from a gunshot wound. Theories were introduced that Hanussen was Jewish and that he was sacrificed because he knew too many of Hitler’s secrets. Jang Hang-jun said, ″The director who put the monster on stage was miserably killed by the monster he raised. Like Dr. Frankenstein being killed by the monster he created.″ The story of the shaman Jin Ryeong-gun, who controlled the royal family in the late Joseon period, was also covered. Empress Myeongseong relied on shamanism during national crises, and Jin Ryeong-gun used this to exert influence. Sun Kim introduced the ″12,000 Peaks of Geumgang Mountain Rice Incident,″ explaining that Jin Ryeong-gun proposed holding rituals at each of the 12,000 peaks of Geumgang Mountain for the recovery of the crown prince who had smallpox, which mobilized a large amount of rice nationwide. Jang Hang-jun said, ″I didn’t know such things happened,″ and ″While the people starved to death, the country was ruined by a single word from a shaman. It’s so frustrating.″ The broadcast also mentioned that no records remain of Jin Ryeong-gun’s fate after Empress Myeongseong was assassinated. Jang Hang-jun said, ″It’s even more unsettling because it’s our country’s history!″ Bong Tae-gyu said, ″There’s no hope when those in power fall into shamanism.″ ″Time Tracker Seollok″ airs every Tuesday at 10:30 PM on SBS Plus.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tiffany Young showcased a new charm with a short hairstyle. On July 22, Tiffany Young posted a short video taken in the waiting room of the musical ″Yumi’s Cells″ on her social media account. In the video, Tiffany Young appeared with black straight hair paired with a striped top. Then, she wore a brown short wig, creating a fresh and youthful image. Currently, Tiffany Young is playing the lead role of Yumi in the musical ″Yumi’s Cells,″ portraying the worries, excitement, and growth process of an ordinary office worker. Additionally, it was revealed that Tiffany Young legally became a married woman after registering her marriage with actor Byun Yo-han last February.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seo In-young revealed that she underwent arm liposuction and general anesthesia for her ’Waterbomb’ stage performance. She stated that she used her entire appearance fee to cover the procedure costs. In a video released on the YouTube channel ’Reformed Seo In-young’ on the 22nd, Seo In-young appeared with bruises on her face and arms. She disclosed that she received a skin booster treatment and arm liposuction, saying, ″No matter how hard I diet, the fat on my arms just wouldn’t go away.″ She added, ″The bruises are healing now. I will definitely look prettier by Waterbomb.″ She also expressed her determination for the upcoming ’Waterbomb Sokcho 2026’ stage next month. Seo In-young said, ″I put my life on the line. I paid for it myself. I used all my appearance fees.″ Regarding the results of the procedure, she expressed satisfaction, saying, ″Before, when I bent my arms, there was back fat, but now it’s gone.″ When the production team asked about general anesthesia, Seo In-young explained that the surgery took a long time, so she underwent general anesthesia and removed more fat than expected. She said, ″Still, compared to having had nose surgery five times, this is nothing.″ She also said, ″This Waterbomb lineup is really spectacular. I want to lose more.″ She added, ″Since there are many hot and young people appearing, I felt I needed to at least have a glowing face and slimmer arms.″ She revealed that she did not inform her father about the procedure. Seo In-young said, ″My father told me to remove my nails, so I did, but actually, I had to because of the surgery.″ She added, ″Dad doesn’t know I had liposuction, so this is a big problem.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jeon Hyo-sung appeared on the YouTube channel ’Ham Eun-jung’ and revealed stories from her time with Secret as well as her recent updates. In the broadcast released on the 22nd, Jeon Hyo-sung visited a snack bar with Spica’s Yang Ji-won and T-ara’s Ham Eun-jung. Ham Eun-jung recalled the first time she met Jeon Hyo-sung at the dormitory of the group ’Oso Nyeo,’ where Yang Ji-won and Jeon Hyo-sung used to be together, saying, ″She was so pure, and a few years later, when I saw her debut with Secret, I was stunned.″ At this moment, Jeon Hyo-sung shared a story about almost becoming a T-ara member and explained how she ended up debuting with Secret. When asked about marriage, she said that after living in a dormitory for a long time, she feels comfortable living alone and recalled the difficult experiences she had at that time. The conversation continued with talk about Secret’s comeback. Jeon Hyo-sung mentioned that in the past, activities were led by the company, but as time passed, she wanted to be active with Secret again, and this time, she is enjoying it more because she can take the initiative in doing what she wants. Ham Eun-jung and Yang Ji-won praised the choreography video of Secret’s track ’GET RIGHT,’ saying, ″You look so happy in every video,″ showing their support for Jeon Hyo-sung. The three continued the atmosphere by talking about various topics. Afterwards, the three moved to the practice room to film the challenge for Secret’s new song ’ICE CREAM.’ Jeon Hyo-sung expressed her feelings about practicing together for the first time in 20 years and led the members with energetic calls throughout the shoot. Meanwhile, Jeon Hyo-sung is active as the DJ of BTN Radio’s ’Jeon Hyo-sung’s Secret Night,’ presenting new stages and music to fans. Along with group activities, she plans to be active in various fields as a solo artist.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Yeon Jung-hoon appears on episode 322 of KBS2’s ″Problematic Men in the Rooftop Room″ to reveal behind-the-scenes stories of his first kiss as a couple with Han Ga-in. On the show, Yeon Jung-hoon engages in various talks and quizzes with Song Eun-i, Kim Sook, Kim Jong-kook, Hong Jin-kyung, Yang Se-chan, and Joo Woo-jae. During this, Kim Sook caught attention by revealing her past connection with Yeon Jung-hoon. Kim Sook claimed, ″Before Han Ga-in, there was Kim Sook,″ insisting that Yeon Jung-hoon was her man, and Yeon Jung-hoon reluctantly agreed. They shared that they had filmed their first kiss scene together in a sitcom when Yeon Jung-hoon was a rookie. Kim Sook humorously called herself the ″original thief.″ Kim Jong-kook comforted Yeon Jung-hoon by saying, ″You went through a strong bad luck ritual and then things went well.″ Recalling the first kiss scene with Kim Sook, Yeon Jung-hoon said that Kim Sook told him, ″I have no feelings right now and no time, so just stay still. I’ll go into the shot in one take.″ Kim Sook apologized to Yeon Jung-hoon, explaining that she was so busy at the time that she lived by the minute, which made everyone laugh. Additionally, Yeon Jung-hoon revealed that Yoo Jae-suk was Han Ga-in’s first kiss scene partner. Yang Se-chan lightened the mood by saying, ″The family really picked the wrong person.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hong Hyun-hee revealed her changed appearance after dieting through photos. On the 23rd, Hong Hyun-hee posted photos taken during a trip on her account without any special explanation. The photos showed the back view of Hong Hyun-hee and her family enjoying a walk against a backdrop of lush nature. Jay-sun was carrying an eco bag and pushing a stroller, while Hong Hyun-hee was walking beside him. Their son Jun-beom was in the stroller. In the photos, Hong Hyun-hee wore a comfortable outfit matching a sleeveless top with pink pants, revealing a slimmer body line after dieting. Hong Hyun-hee married interior designer Jay-sun in 2018 and gave birth to their son Jun-beom in 2022. She recently revealed that she lost weight from 60kg to 49kg.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Isol recently shared an update through her personal channel. On the 22nd, Isol posted several photos on her channel along with the caption, ″You can’t just pass by when you see all this green, right..? I can’t even imagine how much clearer it will be after the rainy season ends. Let’s meet soon.″ In the photos, Isol was sitting outdoors with her legs together amidst lush green foliage. She was holding something in both hands, looking at it with a smile, wearing a white sleeveless dress and gold-colored shoes, creating a neat and elegant atmosphere. In another photo, she spread her arms wide and showed a bright smile. She carried a bright blue bag on one shoulder, showcasing a summer vibe style. Isol married comedian Park Sung-kwang in 2020. She also recently revealed that she took a solo trip to Gyeongju.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ has surpassed 310,000 advance ticket sales and has maintained the number one reservation rate for four consecutive days, one week before its release. According to the integrated box office ticketing system as of 10:50 AM on the 22nd, ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ recorded 315,260 advance ticket reservations. It is the fastest this year to exceed 300,000 advance ticket sales among released films. This figure is more than twice the approximately 150,000 advance tickets sold during the same period for ″Avatar: The Way of Water,″ which attracted 6.74 million viewers last year, and surpasses the approximately 305,000 tickets for ″Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,″ which drew 5.88 million viewers, as well as the approximately 135,000 tickets for ″Hope,″ which exceeded 2 million viewers. This highlights the high level of interest from domestic audiences. ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ is an action blockbuster depicting the story of Peter Parker, who has been forgotten by everyone after the events of ″Spider-Man: No Way Home,″ facing a mysterious enemy who remembers his identity, and confronting a new threat after gaining uncontrollable powers due to DNA mutation. This film will be released domestically on the 29th, ahead of its North American release. Meanwhile, ″Hope,″ which was released on the 15th, has surpassed 2.4 million cumulative viewers as of the morning of the 22nd and continues to hold the number one spot at the box office.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Announcer Na-yeon Lee recently mentioned the internal situation at JTBC through her YouTube channel ″Just Na-yeon.″ In the video, Na-yeon Lee talked about her daily routine of going to meetings in Pangyo and recording a golf program in Sangam, stating that she continues to participate in JTBC sports broadcasts. She also shared her busy schedule by showing herself attending an online Chinese class in the JTBC first-floor lobby. Na-yeon Lee explained that she recently missed a class due to illness during the Chinese lessons but has since recovered her health. She then said, ″Can I say this? Is it because the company is struggling? The company air conditioning isn’t working. It’s so hot. Does this really have an impact? I hope I won’t get fired for saying this. It’s too hot,″ referring to the company’s situation. Afterwards, she moved to the studio and was seen reading the script with a clear voice. At the end of the video, she wrote, ″Honestly, I don’t know how much longer I can keep showing this. This place feels like the hometown of my heart. Nothing has been decided yet, but if anything is confirmed, I will let you know first. Until then, I will do my best with the tasks I have! I will take full responsibility and try to carry the program through well.″ Last month, JTBC declared a default after failing to repay 20.6 billion won in securitized borrowings and has filed for corporate rehabilitation proceedings in court. Major affiliates of the JoongAng Group, including JoongAng Holdings, Contentree JoongAng, JoongAng P&I, and Megabox JoongAng, have also entered rehabilitation procedures. JTBC is currently broadcasting existing variety shows such as ″Please Take Care of My Refrigerator,″ ″Knowing Bros,″ ″Divorce Deliberation Camp,″ and ″Correspondent 25,″ but reports have emerged that payments to some program participants have been delayed. Na-yeon Lee entered the broadcasting industry in 2021 as a JTBC golf announcer and gained recognition in 2022 by appearing on the TVING variety show ″Transit Love 2.″ She is currently in a public relationship with ice hockey player Hee-doo Nam.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ’Hope’ continues its success by maintaining the number one spot at the box office. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated computer network, ’Hope’ attracted 131,833 viewers on the 22nd, bringing its total audience to 2,533,448. This marks eight consecutive days at number one since its release. Directed by Na Hong-jin, ’Hope’ stars Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, and Jung Ho-yeon. The story follows Beom-seok, the head of the Hope Port outpost near the Demilitarized Zone, who receives reports of tiger sightings from local youths and faces an incident that shakes the entire village. The cast also includes Taylor Russell, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, and Cameron Britton. Ranking second at the box office is ’Minions & Monsters.’ This film drew 18,078 viewers, with a cumulative audience of 428,426. ’Minions & Monsters’ is an adventure featuring Minions ’James,’ ’Henry,’ and ’Ed’ as they set out to find monsters, directed by Pierre Coffin. In third place is ’Moana,’ which added 13,159 viewers, reaching a total of 808,976. The story depicts Moana, a girl chosen by the sea, who embarks on a journey across the unknown ocean with the legendary hero Maui to save a cursed island. In fourth place is ’Pupil,’ starring Shin Min-a, which attracted 11,292 viewers, bringing its total to 1,465,067. ’Pupil’ is a suspense thriller about Seo-jin, who is gradually losing her eyesight due to a genetic disease, as she investigates the suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of her twin sister Seo-in. Fifth place goes to ’Toy Story 5,’ watched by 9,028 viewers, with a total audience of 2,775,110. The story revolves around toys reuniting to face a crisis triggered by the arrival of ’Lillipad,’ a smart tablet who becomes Bonnie’s new friend. Additionally, ’David,’ ’Hocom,’ ’Fin,’ ’Swarm,’ and ’Marty Supreme’ ranked from sixth to tenth. Meanwhile, as of 8:30 AM on the 23rd, real-time reservation rates show ’Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ leading with 356,744 reserved tickets, followed by ’Hope’ with 179,782, and ’Odyssey’ in third with 84,793.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Aori (real name Kim Min-young) revealed publicly that she is dating for the first time in about four years since her divorce. On the 22nd, Aori posted on her SNS with the caption ″Date diary start,″ sharing photos and videos with her boyfriend to announce their relationship. In the post, the two are seen spending time together in a warm atmosphere. Although her boyfriend’s face was covered with an emoji, his tall height and broad shoulders were visible. When fans guessed about her relationship, Aori directly confirmed, ″Yes, that’s right. I’m dating.″ She then joked, ″Am I out of my mind? I don’t know why I suddenly posted this. I will definitely meet my fans’ expectations.″ She added, ″I thoroughly covered his face, but since you’re like this, I’ll have to keep covering it forever.″ Aori had previously revealed the existence of her boyfriend during a Q&A with fans in May and mentioned that she was considering whether to make it public at that time. She also said, ″Should I just go ahead and reveal it?″ The released photos included scenes of her enjoying food and desserts in a cream-colored dress at a hotel restaurant and bar in Seoul. Aori introduced the menu, saying, ″This is one of my favorite places,″ adding, ″The shrimp is amazing. I even had it with caviar on top. And the crab, yum.″ She also said, ″It’s a really delicious place. The atmosphere is pretty, so I took a picture.″ Aori married race car driver and entrepreneur Seo Joo-won in 2018 but divorced by mutual consent in October 2022. She currently runs a YouTube channel with about 770,000 subscribers and is active as a fashion and beauty entrepreneur, including operating a shopping mall.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Vernon recently showcased his bright energy on stage through a V8 live broadcast. In the released videos and photos, Vernon wore a white T-shirt and black pants, energetically raising his hand toward the audience while looking straight ahead, engaging with his fans. Especially in the scene where he held the microphone and sang, styled with a black jacket, white T-shirt, and black pants, he demonstrated his strong stage presence. Behind the stage illuminated by lights, many audience members were seated, adding to the excitement of the performance. Vernon attracted attention with various performances accompanied by guitar playing. His unique calm yet energetic stage manner was highly praised. Vernon has been actively participating in Seventeen’s recent musical activities, contributing to enhancing the team’s musical completeness. He is also involved in lyric writing and composing, maintaining steady communication with fans. He is expected to continue drawing fans’ anticipation with diverse stages and music.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Winter of the group aespa shared an update wearing a lime green dress. Winter recently posted three photos on her personal SNS, communicating with fans. In the photos, she showcased different moods with her hair braided into two pigtails, in front of a mirror, inside a car, and outdoors. The first photo captured her taking a selfie while holding a smartphone and looking straight ahead in a room with a bed and pillows. Next, she revealed another shot inside a car with trees visible outside the window in the background. Lastly, she created a calm atmosphere outdoors, bathed in sunlight, with the city and railway pillars in view. The lime green dress and lovely hairstyle harmonized to create a natural and refreshing charm. Fans responded enthusiastically to Winter’s new look, leaving messages of support. Winter recently finished her overseas fan meeting schedule and is actively continuing her activities domestically.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lim Young Woong shared an update on SNS. Recently, Lim Young Woong posted a photo sitting in the driver’s seat of a car, wearing a striped shirt and a tie. Wearing a seatbelt, he created a calm atmosphere, attracting fans’ attention. Meanwhile, Lim Young Woong continues various musical activities and TV appearances, including the first release of the unreleased self-composed song ″Ttotto″ on SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero.″ On ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero,″ he has been receiving positive reviews from viewers by showcasing a self-sufficient life and behind-the-scenes stories of music work with colleagues in a mountain village. Lim Young Woong plans to maintain steady communication with fans through diverse musical endeavors and broadcasting activities, raising expectations with the release of unreleased new songs.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tomorrow X Together (TXT)(TXT) shared recent updates by revealing photos filled with a special mood. Recently, several photos were posted on TXT’s official SNS showing the members wearing black striped short-sleeve T-shirts and white shorts, taken outdoors surrounded by lush greenery. In the photos, the members gaze directly at the camera while making a V sign with one hand or naturally touching their hair. The background, blending green foliage, a road, and buildings, adds a refreshing atmosphere. In another photo, they are seen wearing white hoodies and camouflage pants. They appear to be spending a relaxed time, standing or posing with a V sign in gray T-shirts and black pants at a location overlooking a river and boats. Overall, their comfortable yet stylish outfits in nature catch the eye. The emoji ″🍉💭″ posted along with this SNS update evokes a fresh and cool summer vibe, conveying the summer feeling to fans. Meanwhile, TXT recently participated in the ABC network’s ″Good Morning America″ summer concert series in the U.S., actively engaging with global fans. Notably, member Yeonjun appeared on the program as the second K-pop solo artist, receiving enthusiastic responses. TXT’s diverse future activities are highly anticipated.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sunmi has suggested special music for the rainy season. Recently, Sunmi introduced her new song ’Forever July’ to fans on her SNS with the message, ″How about getting through the rainy season with this song🫶🏻☔️.″ In the photo released alongside, Sunmi is wearing a striped top and jeans, holding an umbrella in one hand while pointing to her face with the other. Her pursed lips and direct gaze caught attention. Recently, to celebrate the release of the digital single ’Forever July,’ Sunmi has been engaging with fans through various content that captures the rainy season atmosphere, including videos of her dancing with an umbrella. This new song, in particular, has been loved for its refreshing sound that helps forget the heat and humidity of the rainy season. Meanwhile, Sunmi continues her active career by balancing broadcasting and music activities. She is expected to keep communicating with the public through diverse musical attempts and charm.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group aespa has heightened anticipation for their comeback by releasing teaser images for the music video ahead of the release of their first Japanese mini-album, 『KISS N TELL』. In the released teaser images, the members are dressed in white tank tops and sparkling skirts, set against the backdrop of an amusement park, combining vibrant hair colors and accessories to create a refreshing yet dreamy atmosphere. Sitting on a carousel staring straight ahead or holding candy with bright smiles, each member’s unique pose captured the fans’ attention. The mini-album is scheduled for official release at midnight on July 24 (Korean and Japanese time), and fans can receive various benefits through pre-ordering the album. Meanwhile, aespa recently successfully completed 『MY-J presents aespa JAPAN FANMEETING 2026 ″MY CLASSMaeTE″』 held in Japan and returned home through Incheon International Airport on July 23. Despite their overseas schedule, the members continue to receive enthusiastic cheers from local fans with their unwavering bright smiles and outstanding stage performances, maintaining their global popularity. Additionally, member Winter revealed her recent look with lemon-colored braided hair on SNS, naturally raising expectations for the album activities, while Ningning has actively engaged in communication with fans by expressing a firm stance against recent Chinese malicious commenters. aespa is expected to attract attention from music fans both domestically and internationally with a diverse musical transformation, including the title track ’KISS N TELL’ and various other songs, alongside their comeback.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Broadcaster Noh Hong-chul recently revealed his passion for the lodging business and embarked on a new challenge. Through his SNS, he shared that after meeting with sauna bus and factory officials, he hastily purchased a plane ticket to Tokyo, announcing his spontaneous travel plans and his search for information on capsule hotels and small saunas. In photos and videos, Noh Hong-chul is seen wearing a red short-sleeve T-shirt and yellow shorts, operating a stove or relaxing inside a sauna decorated with wood, hinting that he is already concretizing his lodging business plans before departure. He conveyed a positive mindset about his will and plans by sharing the message, ″Where there is a will, there is a way.″ In a recently released video, he was captured carefully inspecting the sauna interior and engaging in conversations. Especially, Noh Hong-chul expressed his excitement about the new hotel he is planning, saying, ″I’m so excited I can’t sleep,″ revealing his high expectations for the business. This shows his intention to seriously pursue lodging business entrepreneurship beyond just a simple trip. Meanwhile, Noh Hong-chul has showcased creative activities in various fields in the past, and this lodging business is attracting attention as his new challenge. It remains to be seen how the capsule hotel and small sauna business plan inspired by Tokyo will take shape.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Son Yeon-jae showcased a comfortable yet sophisticated style, highlighting her charm in everyday life. Recently, she posted a photo on her SNS wearing a short-sleeved T-shirt that harmonizes white and pink colors paired with a short skirt. Standing on the stairs, holding a drink in one hand and smiling brightly, she exuded a natural loveliness. She added slippers for comfort, creating a fresh atmosphere against a bright and clean indoor background. In the following photo, she was seen sitting on an outdoor terrace enjoying tea and a croissant. In a space where calm white walls and wooden floors blend, she savored a leisurely moment, completing a comfortable yet pretty styling. Son Yeon-jae shared her own style know-how with the caption, ″When I want to dress comfortably but prettily...″ along with hashtags of the advertised brand. Known for her healthy image and lively charm that endears her to the public, Son Yeon-jae emphasized natural and everyday beauty through this styling. Fans empathize with her unpretentious and sincere appearance, responding warmly.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Shin Yoo-eun revealed a refreshing and vibrant daily life. Recently, Shin Yoo-eun posted several photos on her SNS with the caption ″Happy Morning Routine🌀.″ In the pictures, she is seen standing by an outdoor pool and lush greenery, wearing a blue bikini paired with a mesh skirt, greeting an energetic morning. In a calm pose sitting by the pool and looking straight ahead, the blue light of the refreshing pool and the surrounding green plants blend together to create a picturesque atmosphere. In another space with an orange wall and plants in the background, she spread her arms and posed leisurely, showcasing a natural and healthy charm. At a location where the pool is visible through a glass window, she showed a stylish side by taking a profile shot wearing sunglasses, and in a selfie, she conveyed bright energy with a radiant and lively expression. In her daily life, she displayed various styles, such as wearing a white tank top and black shorts while posing in front of an indoor mirror surrounded by large windows and plants. Her natural gaze at the camera in a space illuminated by natural light caught attention. Through this post, Shin Yoo-eun is communicating with her fans by sharing a part of her lively morning routine along with a lighter summer atmosphere. She continues to meet the public steadily, sharing updates along with various recent activities.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Fitness influencer Sim Euddeum shared her thoughts on completing the 815km relay run. Sim Euddeum recently expressed her joy on her SNS, saying, ″Did I really manage to do this difficult challenge safely...?😃″ She conveyed her feelings about the event, stating, ″Led by Captain Sean, many people joined forces, and the 815km relay run that started at 6 a.m. on Monday morning was successfully completed! Yay~~~🩵.″ The relay run covered a total distance of 815km, with multiple runners taking turns, and Sim Euddeum participated as a middle runner, spending a meaningful time. She added, ″I am grateful and happy to have been able to participate as a relay runner!″ She also expressed her gratitude to Korea Habitat, the 815 Run Organizing Committee, and the representatives from Samsung and The North Face who supported the event. Finally, Sim Euddeum shared a hopeful message, saying, ″It will be okay, Republic of Korea!🇰🇷♥️,″ showing that this challenge was more than just a physical event but also carried the meaning of everyone’s support and solidarity. Meanwhile, Sim Euddeum is known as an influencer who regularly shares various fitness updates and daily life on SNS, promoting a healthy lifestyle to many. Her participation in the 815km relay run is gaining attention as another expression of her spirit of challenge and positive energy.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NewJeans celebrated their 4th debut anniversary by releasing a special commemorative video, sharing a meaningful moment with their fans. The video, released on the 22nd through the official NewJeans YouTube channel, features all the members, including Minji, Hyein, and Hani, showcasing their diverse charms in various settings and atmospheres. In the video, the NewJeans members wear colorful outfits in shades of blue, teal, and gray, posing naturally by leaning against windows or staring straight ahead in front of an outdoor gas station. Scenes where they hold toys or dolls, wear orange tops and hats, and hold ice cream add a sense of familiarity by depicting simple daily moments. The background includes detailed spaces such as outdoor views through windows, pink walls, kitchen furniture, and parks, conveying a warm feeling as if viewers are spending time with the members. This 4th anniversary commemorative video was posted on the official SNS with the hashtags ’#NewJeansDay’ and ’#NewJeans_4th_Anniversary’ to celebrate NewJeans’s fourth year, drawing enthusiastic responses from fans. Since their debut, NewJeans has achieved remarkable success in the global music market, including setting a Guinness World Record for the shortest time to reach 1 billion cumulative streams on Spotify among K-pop artists. Going forward, NewJeans is expected to continue demonstrating their unique presence through consistent music activities and communication with fans. Starting with the release of this 4th anniversary video, they plan to connect even closer with fans through various content and events.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The girl group IVE is continuing to connect with global fans through their second world tour, ’SHOW WHAT I AM.’ IVE recently shared photos from their concert in Toronto, Canada, on their official SNS, conveying the excitement of the world tour. In the released photos, the members attract fans’ attention by taking selfies with various expressions while wearing white hoodies against a dark background. Starting their world tour in Toronto, IVE is proving their great popularity locally as they receive enthusiastic cheers from North American fans. IVE’s world tour ’SHOW WHAT I AM’ began with its first performance on October 31 and is currently ongoing, visiting major cities worldwide including Asia, North America, and Europe. The concerts feature not only hit songs but also dazzling performances and diverse stage setups, earning passionate responses from fans. Meanwhile, in addition to the world tour, IVE is solidifying their position as global artists by actively engaging in overseas activities, such as recently appearing on a popular Japanese variety show. Going forward, IVE plans to continuously communicate with domestic and international fans through various stages and content.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actress Hyeri shared an update with a neat charm. Recently, she was revealed participating in a shoot with a simple styling, pairing a white shirt with a black vest and pants. In a photo where she sits side by side in front of a plain white background, gazing straight ahead, a clean and sophisticated atmosphere stood out. The meticulous styling, including black boots, enhanced her neat yet urban appeal even more. Recently, Hyeri has been showcasing a chemistry like a real couple while working on the romantic comedy ENA drama ″To You, Dream″ alongside Hwang In-yeop. She is actively communicating with fans by sharing behind-the-scenes photos from the shoot. Her natural interaction and diverse charm in the drama have received positive responses from viewers. Meanwhile, Hyeri continues to actively engage in various fields by balancing her activities as an actress and singer. She plans to meet fans with various works and music in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Model Irene appeared at the press preview of American pop artist KAWS’s first solo museum exhibition in Korea, ″FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS,″ held at Space K Seoul in Gangseo-gu, Seoul. Irene visited the exhibition dressed in a casual style, pairing a white shirt with jeans, and posed naturally by smiling and looking directly at the camera next to the sculptures. The exhibition runs from July 23 to December 27 and is noted as an opportunity to appreciate KAWS’s unique abstract paintings and sculptures all in one place. Through SNS, Irene expressed her affection for the exhibition and the artist with the message, ″Your work is timeless and somehow we haven’t aged either! Foreva friend & neighbors @kaws ✨.″ Various visitors were seen enjoying the artworks at the exhibition site, and Irene attracted attention by enjoying the exhibition in a relaxed atmosphere. Known for her stylish fashion sense and sophisticated image, Irene drew eyes once again by naturally connecting art and fashion at this event. KAWS is a pop artist who gained worldwide popularity through street art, graffiti, and art toys, making his first solo museum exhibition in Seoul a special encounter with Korean audiences. The exhibition conveys messages of friendship and healing through various characters and works centered on the themes of ″friends″ and ″neighbors.″ Irene has earned fans’ love by showing unwavering professionalism at various official events, including the VIP premiere of a film held earlier. Her visit to this art exhibition is interpreted as another step showcasing her unique artistic sensibility.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Kim Hye-soo is drawing attention as she officially begins promoting the Coupang Play series ″Adultery Is Not the Problem Right Now.″ Recently, Kim Hye-soo posted several photos on her SNS with the hashtags ″#AdulteryIsNotTheProblemRightNow #CoupangPlay 7/31 Fri 8:00pm.″ In the photos, Kim Hye-soo wears stylish outfits based on white and black, striking various poses that exude her unique sophisticated aura. Especially eye-catching are the shots where she smiles while looking straight ahead and confidently spreads her arms wide. ″Adultery Is Not the Problem Right Now″ is an eight-episode black comedy drama starring Kim Hye-soo, Jo Yeo-jeong, Kim Ji-hoon, Kim Jae-chul, and others. It tells an unpredictable story involving an influencer couple who portray a happy family and their neighbors, a couple embroiled in a messy divorce lawsuit, entangled in various secrets and shocking events. Kim Hye-soo plays Kyung-hee, an interior influencer, delivering a realistic performance. The series will premiere on Friday, July 31, at 8:00 p.m. on Coupang Play. The released character posters and trailers feature Kim Hye-soo’s intense and mysterious gaze, raising anticipation for the work. Kim Hye-soo continues to engage with the public through diverse activities while maintaining her timeless youthful beauty. Through this work, she is expected to showcase her deepened acting skills and charisma, drawing viewers’ attention.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBC’s ″Radio Star″ aired a special episode titled ″Now It’s Time to Wipe Away Tears″ on the 22nd, featuring Kim Jung-min, Kim Young-kwang, Lee Seung-woo, and Jung Seung-hwan, who shared various stories. The broadcast recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 3.7%, ranking first in its time slot, and also topped the 2054 demographic ratings. The scene where Lee Seung-woo revealed the reason he makes short-form videos became the best moment of the show, achieving a peak rating of 5.2%. Kim Jung-min revealed his daily life as a ″goose father,″ living between Korea and Japan for three years. He said he visits Japan two to three times a month to deliver necessary items to his family. His wife Rumiko and their three sons live in Saga Prefecture, Japan, and he shared an experience where his wife said, ″I don’t think I can live in Korea anymore,″ which made him cry alone on the plane. He also updated on the growth of his three sons: the eldest son, who is 186 cm tall and handsome, has been contacted by dating shows and agencies and is currently attending Soongsil University’s Practical Music Department; the second son is pursuing his dream of becoming a soccer player in Japan and has played as a U17 youth national team member; the youngest son started studying abroad without knowing Japanese and ranked 25th out of 1,400 students in an academy exam. Kim Jung-min also expressed regret about the emotional distance growing between him and his grown sons. He shared the backstory of his hit song ″Sad Promise.″ Kim Jung-min said that on the day of his first broadcast, there were issues with the music production, so he performed on stage without being fully prepared, but the next day, an article announced the birth of a major live singer. ″Sad Promise″ held the top spot on MBC music programs for 11 weeks. He also revealed the story behind the song ″Forever,″ which he had given to the late Choi Jin-young. When Kim Jung-min’s arm injury made it difficult for him to continue activities, he handed the song over to Choi Jin-young and said he hadn’t listened to or sung ″Forever″ for over ten years. He sang ″Forever″ again for the first time in a long while during the MSG Wannabe blind audition on MBC’s ″Hangout with Yoo?″ and released his own version of the song to commemorate his 30th debut anniversary. Kim Young-kwang talked about his decision to become a broadcaster and shared an anecdote about asking for YouTube subscriptions instead of a settlement after a car accident. He said he reassured the other driver by telling them not to worry and promoted his YouTube channel at the same time. He also mentioned his experience helping weaker students during his school days and noted that Dex from Suncheon knows him. Lee Seung-woo honestly shared his feelings when he was excluded from the final World Cup team roster. He said he knelt and prayed alone in front of the TV while watching the announcement, but turned off the TV immediately after his name was not called. Lee Seung-woo said that every time coach Hong Myung-bo came to watch a game, he scored goals and thought this time he would make it, but after being cut, he felt heartbroken for several days. Kim Young-kwang said, ″I think it was the coach’s stubbornness. I always thought Lee Seung-woo should be selected. He has something that Korean players don’t have.″ Lee Seung-woo also shared how he became a K-League sensation. He said he was shocked by the small number of spectators when he first came to the domestic stage and started dance celebrations after scoring goals. He led Jeonbuk club to its first-ever 30,000-seat sellout, and the celebration video he performed after securing the championship surpassed 7.5 million cumulative views. The video became a hot topic after G-Dragon liked it. Jung Seung-hwan recalled his experience of being completely edited out during his first appearance eight years ago and showcased various talents and dance skills in this broadcast. He performed choreography from IVE, aespa, and the girl group Ailett, as well as personal talents using finger wrinkles, chick sounds, and a human snowman. He even covered Kim Jung-min’s song, wiping away the regret of his first appearance. Meanwhile, Kim Young-kwang explained that his recent critical remarks toward former national soccer team coach Hong Myung-bo were made from a fan’s perspective. He stated, ″I actually viewed it not as a soccer player but as a citizen, as a soccer fan.″ Last month, on the TikTok variety show ″Tiki Tiki Takataka Talk Talk Show,″ Kim Young-kwang also shouted ″Hong Myung-bo, get out,″ targeting the former coach. Hong Myung-bo held a press conference on the 29th of last month at Chivas Verde Valle in Zapopan, Mexico, announcing his resignation from the coaching position.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Fifty Fifty will hold their first Asia fan concert tour since debut. According to their agency Attract, the group will kick off the tour on August 1 at Sky Art Hall in Gangseo-gu, Seoul with the event titled ″2026 FIFTY FIFTY Asia Fancon Tour in Seoul [Still LoBubble].″ They will then continue with performances on August 11 at Mitsui Hall in Otemachi, Tokyo, Japan, and on September 20 in Manila, Philippines. This tour is a fan concert combining fan meetings and concerts, marking Fifty Fifty’s first Asia tour. It will be the first time in about two months since completing promotions for their fourth mini-album ″Imperfect-I’mperfect″ in June that they will meet fans directly. The performances will include stages of new songs as well as representative tracks and album songs such as ″Cupid.″ Attract stated, ″The members will showcase various stages featuring new songs from the new album and their signature tracks, expressing a unique charm,″ and added, ″We are making thorough preparations to present a high-quality performance.″ Additionally, each show will have different compositions and productions to interact with local fans.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In the 32nd season of the dating reality show ″I Am Solo,″ Youngcheol and Youngja ended their relationship after a 1 hour and 40 minute argument. From the start of their date, the two showed a cold atmosphere, not speaking for 11 minutes inside the car. At the dining table, Youngja expressed dissatisfaction with Youngcheol’s attitude, and Youngcheol raised his voice while trying to explain. After the date, Youngja cried, and Youngcheol handed her his coat, saying, ″Let’s just be brother and sister,″ drawing a clear line in their relationship. In an interview with the production team, Youngja said, ″I regret everything. I haven’t talked to anyone except Youngcheol. That’s also disappointing. If I feel it’s not right, I tend to lose interest quickly.″ Later, when they met again, Youngja apologized first, and they agreed to remain as brother and sister moving forward. Meanwhile, on the same show, Youngsook went on a 2-on-1 date with Youngsik and Youngsoo and revealed that her feelings leaned toward Youngsik. Youngsoo tried to lead the conversation by using his job and regional commonalities but was not chosen by Youngsook. Other cast members, including Gwangsoo and Oksun, Hyunsook and Kyungsoo, also confirmed their feelings through their respective dates. At the late-night snack party, Jeongsook asked Youngsoo to recite a movie line and expressed her intention to use the Super Date Pass with him. Youngho said he would use the Super Date Pass on Junghui, who commented on Youngho’s driving style. Gwangsoo expressed his feelings while taking a musical walk with Oksun. In the Super Date Pass team competition, Youngsoo led his team to victory in the 32-second sprint, and the Nara team won the second game. In the preview, Youngja revealed, ″If I won the ’Super Date Pass,’ I was going to use it on Youngcheol oppa,″ exposing a surprising intention.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 2PM member Jang Wooyoung is continuing to actively work in various fields by balancing variety shows and his singing career. Jang Wooyoung has recently stood out in the variety show field by appearing consecutively on the Netflix original variety show ″Do Driver: The Game of Death″ and KBS 2TV’s ″Noona Is My Girl″ Season 2. In the ″Do Driver″ series, he has been a fixed member for five consecutive seasons, from Season 1 ″Finding the Lost Screw″ to the recently concluded Season 5 ″The Game of Death.″ Alongside Hong Jin-kyung, Kim Sook, Jo Se-ho, and Joo Woo-jae, he was praised for adding vitality to the program with his quirky and lively energy as the youngest member. ″Do Driver″ is scheduled to return with its sixth season on August 8. In KBS 2TV’s ″Noona Is My Girl″ Season 2, he joined as a panelist, showcasing his witty speaking skills. His comments that accurately read the participants’ psychology and his immersive presence have drawn viewers’ empathy, playing a supporting role in the show. Besides variety show activities, Jang Wooyoung launched his personal YouTube channel ″Jang Wooyoung″ on the 18th, marking his first solo channel in 19 years since his debut. The channel name is inspired by the Busan dialect, his hometown. In the teaser video, he showed a free-spirited side by painting his face blue and dancing. The first episode, released on the 22nd, attracted attention by showing him interacting with people on the street and contemplating what to do on YouTube. He continues his activities as a singer as well. 2PM will hold a solo concert, ″2026 2PM Concert ’THE RETURN’ in INCHEON,″ at the Inspire Arena in Incheon on August 8 and 9. This concert is the first full-group concert held domestically in about three years since the 15th-anniversary concert in September 2023, and all tickets sold out immediately after sales began. In May, they attracted 85,000 spectators over two days at the 15th-anniversary concert held at the Tokyo Dome in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Billy member Tsuki recently shared bikini photos taken on Awaji Island, Japan, on her SNS. On the 22nd, Tsuki posted photos on her personal account with the captions ″Awaji Island″ and ″Photo by Daddy Mum.″ In the photos, she wore a green bikini and a cover-up skirt, posing in various ways against the beach backdrop. It is known that the photos were taken by her parents. Tsuki also shared news of her visit to the seaside with her family. The photos captured her looking at the camera with a provocative gaze, revealing her slim figure and mature charm. Her significantly slimmer appearance compared to her debut days also drew attention. On the 28th of last month, Tsuki revealed on the YouTube channel ’Okiki ᄋᄏᄏ’ that she had tried various one-food diets. She said, ″I tried tomatoes and apples. At the worst, I ate three lollipops for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I lost 4 to 5 kilograms each time.″ She added, ″I fight with myself. When I feel dizzy like anemia, I just endure it,″ and continued, ″One day, I had anemia but said ’Ah, okay’ and endured it alone. But after that, I have no memory. I just collapsed.″ Meanwhile, Billy released the pre-release single ″cloud palace ~ false awakening″ at 6 p.m. on the 27th and recently unveiled their first full-length album ″the collective soul and unconscious: chapter two.″ Tsuki debuted with Billy in 2021 and is actively promoting, appearing on various variety shows including MBC’s entertainment program ″Extreme 84.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Jennie appeared in the music video for the new song ″Less than a Lover″ alongside Taiwanese model Kai. Odd Atelier (OA) released a video featuring Jennie and Kai together on their official SNS on the 22nd, announcing the release of the new music video with the phrase ″Less than a Lover MV this friday.″ The video shows the two holding hands and running against a backdrop of clear skies and green fields. Jennie wore a white top and blue shorts, creating a free and lovely atmosphere, while Kai showed a stylish look with a black beanie, jacket, and wide denim pants. Jennie and Kai met during the filming of the music video for the new song ″Less than a Lover.″ Their performance, reminiscent of a scene from a movie, has attracted the attention of global K-pop fans. Previously, on the 21st, a teaser poster with a cinematic atmosphere was released. Kai, born in 2002, is a Taiwanese model who has been active in various fields such as domestic fashion brand photo shoots and music videos. On July 21, fashion magazine Dazed Korea posted an interview video of Kai on their official account, revealing that he is the model featured in Jennie’s teaser. In the video, Kai recommended the Taiwanese island of Green Island as a summer vacation spot and conducted the interview fluently in English. Jennie directly participated in the songwriting, music video direction, and overall production process of this new song. ″Less than a Lover″ honestly expresses the gradually fading emotions, combining lo-fi sounds with Jennie’s unique sensibility. The new song will be released at 1 PM on the 24th. After the release, Jennie is scheduled to perform on global festival stages such as Lollapalooza Chicago in the U.S. and Summer Sonic 2026 in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RM, the leader of BTS, recently shared his thoughts on leadership and musical activities in an interview with British fashion designer Bella Freud. Despite BTS’s global success, RM said he did not initially dream of becoming a global star. He explained that while it is easy to get caught up in charts, numbers, and influence in the pop industry, he tries to distance himself from those elements and draw inspiration from nature and real life. He also mentioned the era of rapid changes such as Shorts and Reels, saying, ″The fastest era is the most frightening.″ Regarding his role as a leader, RM said, ″When everyone is lying on the sofa and the window is open, making it cold, someone has to close the window, but everyone is too comfortable to move.″ He explained that in such moments, one person standing up to close the window is the role of a leader. He added, ″If someone has to do it, I thought it should be me.″ Reflecting on his past leadership style, he recalled, ″For the first 8 to 9 years, I had a very strong and somewhat authoritarian leadership style.″ However, as the team grew and the members established their own names and careers, he changed his communication approach. RM shared that when members say, ″We know your efforts. We are really glad to have a leader like you,″ all the stress he had been carrying disappears. He also spoke about his second solo full-length album released in 2024, Right Place, Wrong Person. He explained, ″I have always lived with the thought that I have to do well, so with this album, I focused on becoming a little more comfortable and breaking free from always being tense.″ He continued, ″I think most people living in 2026 can feel this way. At work, you might feel, ’Am I the only one who is the wrong person?’ or ’Am I the only one who thinks or acts this way?’″ He said that everyone has probably experienced feeling either ″I am in the right place but feel like the wrong person″ or ″I am the right person but in the wrong place.″ He added, ″Thanks to cell phones and media, people are becoming more connected, but paradoxically, the number of people experiencing depression and loneliness is increasing.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) has surpassed 3 million cumulative album sales with their second mini-album ’GREENGREEN.’ Big Hit Music announced on July 23 that according to the latest weekly album chart by Circle Chart (compiled from July 12 to 18), the cumulative sales of ’GREENGREEN’ reached approximately 3,099,000 copies. The album was released on May 4, selling over 1.2 million copies on the day of release according to Hanteo Chart, and surpassed 2 million copies within four days. The initial week sales (first week after release) totaled 2,313,291 copies, which is more than five times the 436,367 copies sold of their first mini-album ’COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES.’ This year, only two albums have recorded cumulative sales exceeding 3 million copies domestically: BTS’s 5th full-length album ’ARIRANG’ and CORTIS’s ’GREENGREEN.’ The mini 1st album ’COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES,’ released last year, surpassed 2.15 million copies according to Circle Chart, and CORTIS has sold a combined total of 5.25 million copies with two albums within 11 months of their debut. They have also achieved notable success overseas. ’GREENGREEN’ ranked 3rd on the US Billboard main album chart ’Billboard 200’ (May 23 issue), becoming the only boy group that debuted within the last five years to enter the ’Top 3.’ They have maintained this ranking for 10 consecutive weeks. Additionally, as of July 20, the cumulative streams of the tracks from the second mini-album on the global streaming platform Spotify have exceeded 300 million. CORTIS is currently on their debut tour ’PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN,’ and from August 4 to 16, they will hold solo concerts in six North American cities, including Toronto, Canada, and San Francisco, USA. Prior to this, on July 31 and August 1, they will perform at ’Lollapalooza Chicago,’ marking them as the only K-pop boy group participating in this festival this year.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong released photos taken in New York on the 23rd. In the photos, Lim Young Woong showcased a city boy style by pairing a light blue and white striped shirt with a striped necktie and wide-fit black pintuck slacks on the streets of New York. Lim Young Woong and the agency Molgogi Music donated 200 million won in the name of the fan club Hero Era on the 16th of last month to celebrate Lim Young Woong’s birthday. Lim Young Woong’s 2026 concert ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ IN GOYANG will be held for three days from September 4th to 6th at Goyang Sports Complex. Also, Lim Young Woong returned with the SBS variety show ’Mountain Village Bachelor Hero.’ This program is the second season of ’Island Bachelor Hero,’ with Lim Young Woong moving the stage to the mountains. The cast includes Cha Seung-won, Hyun Bong-sik, Kim Do-hoon, Heo Kyung-hwan, Kwak Beom, Jo Jae-jaz, Nucksal, and Roy Kim. ’Mountain Village Bachelor Hero’ airs every Tuesday at 9 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jung-min Kim shared recent news about his three sons through a broadcast. On the 22nd, Jung-min Kim, Young-kwang Kim, Seung-woo Lee, and Seung-hwan Jung appeared on MBC’s variety show ″Radio Star.″ During the broadcast, Jung-min Kim revealed that his eldest son, Taeyang Kim, is majoring in practical music at Soongsil University. According to Jung-min Kim, his eldest son is 186 cm tall and has attracted attention to the extent that dating programs featuring celebrity children and entertainment agencies have contacted him. His second son, Doyoon Kim, is a promising soccer player currently playing in Japan and was selected for the Japan U-17 national team last year. In fact, Doyoon Kim was chosen for the Japanese national team participating in the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025 but was unable to attend due to injury. The youngest son is a middle school student who ranks 25th out of 1,400 students in his grade, demonstrating excellent academic performance, Jung-min Kim explained. He added that although the youngest stopped attending private academies upon entering middle school, he has maintained top-tier grades. Meanwhile, Jung-min Kim said that until last year, he used to hug his three sons, but recently they avoid it. He also mentioned that he was asked to delete photos of his children posted on his social media and has since set his SNS account to private. Jung-min Kim stated that none of his three sons follow his SNS accounts. Jung-min Kim married Rumiko Tani, a Japanese woman 11 years his junior, in 2006, and they have three sons: Taeyang Kim, Doyoon Kim, and Damyul Kim.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Winter recently shared her daily life on her social media. On July 21, Winter communicated with fans by posting several photos along with a bicycle emoji. In the revealed photos, Winter showcased a blonde hairstyle and was seen riding a bicycle wearing a cropped blouse, short pants, and knee socks. She also displayed a casual style by layering a gray short-sleeve T-shirt over a white shirt. Under the sunlight, she posed in various ways, revealing her natural charm. Since early this month, Winter has been continuously sharing photos with her blonde style. Her toned abs, flat stomach, and slender thighs caught attention. Recently, it was revealed that Winter donated 100 million won to Samsung Seoul Hospital and another 100 million won to the UNICEF Korea Committee to help economically disadvantaged patients with treatment and rehabilitation. Meanwhile, aespa released their second full-length album ’LEMONADE’ on May 29, which ranked number one on global music and album charts. They are also preparing to release their first Japanese mini-album ’KISS N TELL’ on July 24.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The film ″Hope″ (directed by Na Hong-jin) has continued its box office success by ranking number one for seven consecutive days since its release. According to the Korean Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, ″Hope″ attracted 128,902 viewers on the 21st, bringing its total audience to 2,401,626. On its opening day, the 15th, it drew 333,988 viewers, achieving the highest opening score among films released this year. It then surpassed 1 million viewers on the third day and 2 million viewers on the fifth day, setting the shortest record for this year. It is also showing high seat occupancy rates in various formats such as SCREENX and 4DX. In the first week of release, SCREENX and 4DX each recorded nearly 40% seat occupancy, while the combined format theaters showed close to 50% occupancy. Boogang Il, Head of Content Business at CJ 4DPLEX, stated, ″’Hope’ maximizes the strengths of SCREENX and 4DX with its vast natural landscapes and thrilling action scenes, providing audiences with a differentiated viewing experience.″ ″Hope″ tells the story of Beom-seok (played by Hwang Jung-min), the head of the Hopo Port branch located in the Demilitarized Zone, who hears news of a tiger sighting from local youths, leading to an emergency in the village. The cast includes Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Taylor Russell, and Cameron Britton. Meanwhile, the second place at the box office is ″Minions & Monsters″ (directed by Pierre Coffin), which attracted 18,765 viewers, bringing its total audience to 410,348. ″Moana″ (directed by Thomas Kail) ranked third with 12,634 viewers, ″Pupil″ (directed by Yeom Ji-ho) was fourth with 12,345 viewers, and ″Toy Story 5″ (directed by Andrew Stanton and McKenna Harris) took fifth place with 8,400 viewers.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NewJeans celebrated their 4th debut anniversary by releasing new videos as a four-member group for the first time in 1 year and 4 months. At midnight on the 22nd, a total of five pieces of content, including a group video featuring members Minji, Hyein, Hani, and Haerin, as well as individual videos, were uploaded on the official NewJeans YouTube channel. These videos were produced to commemorate NewJeans’s 4th anniversary since their debut on July 22, 2022, and were also released on the team’s official account along with photos of the four-member lineup. NewJeans had suspended activities for a long period due to a dispute with their agency ADORE after their Hong Kong performance in March last year, and declared contract termination in November 2024. After the court ruled in favor of ADORE in October last year, the members returned to the agency around the end of the year. Daniel received a contract termination notice in December last year due to responsibility for leaving the team and did not appear in the recent videos. ADORE stated, ″We gathered the hearts of the members who want to celebrate the debut day together with the fans who have been waiting for a long time,″ and described the content as ″commemorative content produced to enjoy with fans on NewJeans’s 4th debut anniversary.″ They also explained, ″Specific activity plans and methods for NewJeans will be announced after discussions are fully completed.″ NewJeans gained attention at debut without teaser videos or promotions and became popular domestically and internationally with numerous songs such as ″Attention,″ ″Hype Boy,″ ″Ditto,″ ″OMG,″ ″Super Shy,″ ″ETA,″ ″How Sweet,″ and ″Supernatural.″ They also hold the record as the second K-pop girl group to reach number one on the US Billboard 200 album chart.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The official YouTube channel of Lim Young Woong has surpassed 1.79 million subscribers and is approaching 1.8 million subscribers. As of July 22, the YouTube channel ’Lim Young Woong’ has exceeded 1.79 million subscribers. Only 10,000 subscribers remain to reach 1.8 million. Currently, the channel has about 1,000 videos posted, with cumulative views reaching billions. This channel features a variety of content, including new song music videos, behind-the-scenes of performances, concert highlights, and daily vlogs. Fans visit the channel as a space where they can see both Lim Young Woong on stage and in everyday life. As content is steadily added, past videos continue to be played consistently. Lim Young Woong ranks among the top in cumulative streaming on the music platform Melon. The support of the fandom ’Youngwoong Era’ and the influx of new audiences are contributing to the channel’s continued growth.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Cho Seung-yeon (WOODZ) will appear in the film ″Nambul.″ Set in the early Joseon period, ″Nambul″ is a hard-boiled martial arts action film depicting the journey of nine warriors of different classes and abilities heading to Tsushima Island to rescue prisoners kidnapped by Japanese pirates. Cho Seung-yeon plays the role of ″Cheotnom,″ a marksman with perfect aim. His character embarks on the dangerous mission to Tsushima Island to protect his family’s livelihood and carries a strong sense of responsibility to protect his family and comrades. The production team expressed expectations that Cho Seung-yeon’s participation will bring new energy to the project. Previously, Lee Byung-hun, Go Yoon-jung, and Lee Do-hyun were confirmed to star in ″Nambul.″ The film is directed by Lee Mo-gae, who has worked as a cinematographer on ″Spring in Seoul,″ ″Excavation,″ ″Hunt,″ ″Opposition Party,″ and ″Emergency Declaration.″ Lee Mo-gae has received awards including the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards for Film Art, the 43rd and 37th Blue Dragon Film Awards for Cinematography and Lighting, and the 31st and 29th Blue Dragon Film Awards for Cinematography. The film is produced by HYBE Media Corp and is currently in pre-production, aiming to start principal photography in the second half of 2026.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jo Seung-yeon (WOODZ) will appear in the film ″Nambul.″ ″Nambul″ is a hard-boiled martial arts action movie depicting the journey of nine warriors with different skills and social statuses during the early Joseon Dynasty as they head to Tsushima Island to rescue prisoners kidnapped by Japanese pirates. Jo Seung-yeon plays the role of ″Cheotnom″ in the film. ″Cheotnom″ is an archer with perfect accuracy who embarks on the dangerous mission to suppress Tsushima Island to support the livelihood of his family left behind in his hometown. The character possesses a strong sense of responsibility toward his family and comrades, showing a desperate belief in protecting everyone on the battlefield. The film ″Nambul″ has confirmed appearances by Lee Byung-hun, Go Yoon-jung, and Lee Do-hyun. With Jo Seung-yeon’s addition, the project is expected to gain new vitality. The film is directed by Lee Mo-gae, who has worked as a cinematographer on ″Seoul Spring,″ ″Excavation,″ ″Hunt,″ ″Opposition Party,″ and ″Emergency Declaration.″ Director Lee Mo-gae has received awards such as the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards Film Division Art Award, the 43rd and 37th Blue Dragon Film Awards for Cinematography and Lighting, and the 31st and 29th Blue Dragon Film Awards for Cinematography. ″Nambul″ is his directorial debut. The production is handled by HYBE Media Corp, with pre-production currently underway aiming for a late 2024 start of principal photography.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The official YouTube channel ’Lim Young Woong’ operated by Lim Young Woong surpassed 1.79 million subscribers as of July 22. Only 10,000 subscribers remain to reach 1.8 million. Currently, nearly 1,000 diverse videos are uploaded on this channel, with cumulative views reaching billions. Various content such as new song music videos, broadcast performances, concert highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and daily vlogs are provided. Lim Young Woong holds one of the highest all-time cumulative streaming records on the music platform Melon. Along with achievements on music charts, the YouTube channel is also showing steady growth. The continuous support from the fandom ’Youngwoong Era’ and the influx of new audiences are driving the channel’s popularity. On the official channel, not only specific music videos or stage performances but also past videos are consistently played. Fans use the channel as a space to experience various sides of Lim Young Woong, including performances and daily life.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Hope″ (directed by Na Hong-jin) has ranked first at the box office for eight consecutive days, surpassing a cumulative audience of 2.53 million. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated computer network, ″Hope″ attracted 131,833 viewers on July 22 alone, bringing its total audience to 2,533,448. It achieved the highest opening score among Na Hong-jin’s works by drawing 330,000 viewers on its opening day, surpassed 1 million viewers within three days, and 2 million within five days, setting the fastest box office record this year. ″Hope″ depicts the story of Beom-seok, the head of the Hope Port branch in the Demilitarized Zone, who hears reports of a tiger sighting from local youths. As the entire village goes on high alert, they face an unbelievable reality. The film stars Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, and Jung Ho-yeon. Audience reactions were mixed. Some viewers commented, ″It felt fresh and different from Na Hong-jin’s previous works,″ and ″The visuals and action sequences were impressive,″ while others criticized, saying, ″The CG was poor,″ and ″There were so many curse words that it disrupted immersion.″ Meanwhile, as of 8:30 a.m. on July 23, real-time reservation rates showed ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ (directed by Destin Cretton) in first place with 356,744 reserved tickets, ″Hope″ in second with 179,782, and ″Oppenheimer″ (directed by Christopher Nolan) in third with 84,793. ″Minions & Monsters″ (directed by Pierre Coffin) recorded 18,078 daily viewers and a cumulative 428,426, ranking second, while ″Moana″ (directed by Thomas Kail) had 13,159 daily viewers and a cumulative 808,976, ranking third.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids will hold their solo concert ″Stray Kids World Tour ’RUN IT’″ five times at KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul, from July 25 to 26, 29, and August 1 to 2. All shows were sold out, proving the group’s ticket power. This Seoul concert is the first case of holding five consecutive shows in one region for a single concert, and Stray Kids have continuously expanded the number and scale of their performances. They began their first world tour ″District 9: Unlock″ at Olympic Hall in November 2019, and through the 2022 ″MANIAC″ tour, they performed at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium and KSPO DOME. In 2023, they entered Gocheok Sky Dome with the ″5-STAR Dome Tour 2023 Seoul Special (UNVEIL 13)″ and have steadily expanded their concert scale, including holding the encore performance ″dominATE: celebrATE″ at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium in 2025. They will continue their overseas activities. Stray Kids are scheduled to hold a solo concert at the National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, in August as the first overseas male artist to do so, and they plan to announce additional locations to meet global fans. In September, they will hold a new festival named ″STRAYCITY″ in three Latin American regions under the group’s name. They have also headlined world-renowned music festivals such as Lollapalooza Paris, i-Days, British Summer Time Hyde Park, Lollapalooza Chicago, and The Governors Ball Music Festival. They will also continue their music activities. After the start of the world tour, Stray Kids will release their mini-album ″THIS & THAT″ at 1 PM on August 7 and begin comeback activities. Since their debut in 2018, Stray Kids have promoted various songs such as ″Holiday,″ ″Sinsun Nolum,″ ″CEREMONY,″ and ″Photobook.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group RIIZE will release a recap video of their ’Do your dance’ performance on the outdoor stage at Namsan N Seoul Tower on July 23 at 10 PM through their official YouTube channel. On the 23rd, SM Entertainment announced that the ’Do your dance’ performance recap video of RIIZE (Shotaro, Eunseok, Seongchan, Wonbin, Sohee, Anton) will be released on the same day at 10 PM on the official RIIZE YouTube channel. The video captures RIIZE delivering a stage performance with unwavering energy despite the rainy weather on the outdoor stage installed at Namsan N Seoul Tower on the 19th of last month. The video vividly shows the atmosphere of the site, including practice and rehearsal scenes, as well as the cheers of the audience filling the stage area during the shoot. Before the video release, RIIZE sequentially presented teaser content on their official SNS, featuring members wearing boxer costumes preparing for the stage in their own ways. The ’Do your dance’ performance includes various highlights such as signature hand movements matching the lyrics ″Do your dance like a pro″ and pointing choreography corresponding to the lyrics ″Head, hips, shoulders, toes.″ The title track ″Do your dance″ from the second mini-album II expresses RIIZE’s free-spirited energy and confidence. With this album, RIIZE achieved their fourth million-seller overall, ranking first in three categories on the Japan Oricon Weekly Chart, first on the Billboard Japan Top Album Sales Chart weekly, first on the June Circle Monthly Album Chart, first daily and HOT100 on the Melon Global K-Chart, winning three music show trophies, and topping the iTunes Top Album Chart in six regions worldwide, among various other chart achievements.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-yoon performed a solo concert on the EBS program ’Space Sympathy’ for the first time in four years. On the 22nd broadcast of ’Space Sympathy,’ Lee Seung-yoon presented a total of 22 songs under the subtitle ’Drawing O.’ He filled the stage with various songs such as ’There Won’t Be,’ ’What to Steal,’ ’Tossing Shell,’ and ’Complaints.’ The performance began with ’Waterfall,’ and during the ’Gain Warning’ stage, he got all the audience members to stand up. Lee Seung-yoon chose ’The Moon Is So Pretty’ as the song he cherishes most in his musical life. He said, ″If I could take only one song to the grave, I would choose this one,″ and shared his thoughts, ″As I live, meet people, and grow older, I realize more and more how difficult life is.″ Regarding his fourth full-length album ’0,’ Lee Seung-yoon explained that it is an album completed by refining songs he had released in the past but never properly presented to the world. He said, ″’0’ is a home for songs I was embarrassed and regretful to call a full album and for scattered music,″ adding, ″I hoped it would connect like a single circle (O) with no beginning or end.″ At the end of the performance, he wrapped up the stage by jumping with the audience through ’Fireworks Time’ and ’Reverse Voice.’ Lee Seung-yoon said, ″I never thought I would stand on a stage like this again in four years. Thank you for letting me live this moment,″ and added, ″Music starts in my room, heads to someone else’s room, and eventually returns to my room. As long as I make music, I want to remain a room-bound musician.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Artists under Kakao Entertainment’s labels have been included in Billboard’s list of the best K-pop releases for the first half of 2026 in the United States. WOODZ, KiiiKiii, and MONSTA X’s ShownuXHyungwon’s albums and songs were each ranked. In Billboard’s ″Top 25 Best K-pop Albums of the First Half of 2026,″ announced on the 20th local time, WOODZ’s Archive. 1 ranked 7th, KiiiKiii’s Delulu Pack ranked 12th, and ShownuXHyungwon’s LOVE ME ranked 14th. Earlier, on the 15th, in the ″Top 25 Best K-pop Songs of the First Half of 2026,″ KiiiKiii’s mini-album Delulu Pack title track ″404 (New Era)″ ranked 1st, and WOODZ’s pre-release single ″CINEMA″ from his first full-length album ranked 17th. Billboard described WOODZ’s Archive. 1 as ″boasting an extensive sound composed of 17 tracks, reminiscent of experimental rock music from the 1990s.″ They also introduced WOODZ as a solo artist who has established himself by focusing on rock and crossover sounds while exploring various genres. Regarding KiiiKiii’s Delulu Pack, they stated, ″KiiiKiii, who produced ’404 (New Era),’ one of the best K-pop songs of the first half of this year, captures the everyday instincts of the post-internet generation living amid relentless concept competition and weekly changing music trends.″ ShownuXHyungwon’s LOVE ME was evaluated as a work that maintains MONSTA X’s strong image while adding the two members’ delicate and soft sensibilities. WOODZ and KiiiKiii were also named in The FADER’s ″Top 30 Best Albums of the First Half of 2026.″ After releasing his first full-length album Archive. 1 in March, WOODZ conducted a world tour in Incheon, Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, Berlin, Sydney, São Paulo, and other locations, and will continue his schedule in seven North American cities, including Los Angeles and San Jose, starting on the 25th. KiiiKiii promoted with the mini-album Delulu Pack this year, with tracks from the album charting on domestic music charts and the Billboard Global charts in the U.S. Additionally, a new release titled Why KiiiKiii is scheduled for August 10. Kakao Entertainment supports its artists’ overseas activities through music distribution, marketing, and overseas partnerships under its affiliated labels.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWS (Shinyu, Dohun, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, Kyungmin) released the second episode of the ″Free Time″ segment of their self-produced variety show ″TWS:CLUB″ on their official YouTube channel at 9 PM on the 21st, following the activities for their 5th mini-album ″NO TRAGEDY.″ This episode captures the members spending free time together over the course of two weeks. The previous video showed the members celebrating the end of their activities with a party at a hot pot restaurant. At this gathering, the members expressed their passion for their own content and shared a sense of accomplishment, mentioning the ″TWS:CLUB″ health checkup episode, which surpassed 1 million views on YouTube. Shinyu exclaimed, ″We are comedians,″ and Dohun shouted, ″Let’s hit it big with self-produced content.″ After the meal, the members moved to a bowling alley and split into two teams for a match. Shinyu, Youngjae, and Jihoon formed ″Team Shinyu,″ while Dohun, Hanjin, and Kyungmin made up ″Team Dohun,″ engaging in a close game. After exchanging scores until the very end, ″Team Dohun″ won by a one-point margin. Shinyu scored the highest with 150 points, and each member attracted attention with their unique playing styles. TWS is scheduled to release their 2nd Japanese single ″SODA SODA″ on August 4. The title track ″SODA SODA″ is a song celebrating the shining moments of youth, with Kyungmin, Youngjae, and Jihoon participating in its composition. Additionally, they will hold the ″2026 TWS TOUR ’24/7:FOR:YOU’ IN JAPAN″ tour in three Japanese cities—Fukuoka, Hyogo, and Kanagawa—from August 28 to 30.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen member Jake has transformed into a vampire activist protecting animals in a new concept content release. Belif Lab showcased the video and photos of the mini 8th album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ engine version Jake edition on July 22 through the official Enhypen channel. This content was produced in the form of a fake advertisement, featuring Jake as an animal protection activist for the fictional vampire society brand ’HAVEN.’ ’HAVEN’ is set as a non-profit organization where vampires protect wild animals that live longer than humans or are difficult to care for. Jake set up an office in the middle of a wild forest, interacting with animals and protecting them by turning off lights for bats, among other actions. The advertisement used phrases reflecting vampire characteristics, such as ″We stay awake while you rest″ and ″Care provided by those who know them best.″ Jake’s warm and gentle image was praised for harmonizing with the brand’s identity. With the release of Jake’s edition, Enhypen completed the lineup of fictional brands in the vampire world. This lineup includes various brands such as an animal protection organization, special transportation service provider, bank, mattress, oral care products, real estate agency, and comprehensive nutritional supplements. It also incorporates symbolic elements of vampires like immortality, fangs, coffins, and blood. Enhypen’s mini 8th album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ will be released on August 21 at 1 PM, and the music video for the title track ’Bloody Paradise’ will be unveiled at midnight on the following day, August 22.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Updates on stars currently serving in the military have been released one after another. Group Wanna One Kang Daniel recently shared a video in military uniform during leave on his personal account to update fans. In the video, Kang Daniel was seen wearing military uniform and boots, holding his pet cat ’Ori’ and smiling brightly. His uniform had patches that read ’Elite Warrior’ and ’Instructor.’ Kang Daniel enlisted as an active-duty soldier in the army on February 9 and is currently serving as an instructor at the training center, with a scheduled discharge date in August 2027. Jung Dong-won hosted the Marine Corps Victory Commemoration event on the 11th. Lee Kang-hyun, who co-hosted the event, posted a photo of Jung Dong-won on his personal account on the 12th. Lee Kang-hyun commented, ″I was so happy to host the event on the same stage as Marine Jung Dong-won,″ adding, ″He really has a small head and is slim.″ Jung Dong-won updated fans by appearing neatly dressed in Marine Corps uniform. It was reported that about 40 buses from all over the country were mobilized to see Jung Dong-won that day. Jung Dong-won enlisted in the Marine Corps on February 23 and is currently serving in the 2nd Division Artillery Brigade, with a scheduled discharge date in August 2027. At the end of June, he took a 3-day, 2-night ″100-day leave″ and watched the live film of his fan concert, ″Jung Dong-won Fan Concert Film: The Road to Meeting Again,″ sharing a photo as proof. NU’EST Baekho celebrated his birthday on the 21st by posting a photo taken in front of a congratulatory banner prepared by fans on his personal account. The banner in the background included messages from fans such as ″Waterbomb God Baekho! We’ll wait for the summer of ’27,″ and ″15 years together, so one year is nothing! Come back healthy!″ Baekho enlisted as an active-duty soldier in the army on December 29 last year and is currently serving, with a scheduled discharge date in June 2027.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tomorrow X Together (TXT) Taehyun revealed new photo shoots and an interview through the fashion magazine Arena Homme Plus. In this photo shoot, Taehyun showcased a matured atmosphere and various styles to celebrate his 7th debut anniversary. He wore a variety of outfits including leather jackets, expressing a strong image through the use of monotone colors and shadows. In the interview, Taehyun expressed deep affection for the team. Tomorrow X Together (TXT) (Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, Huening Kai) all renewed their contracts with their agency Big Hit Music this year. Taehyun said, ″We received a lot of congratulations and support. Actually, we all had the desire to continue together, and everyone agreed. We want to show more and believe that things will go well in the future.″ Taehyun’s determination for self-development was also revealed. He said, ″You can’t be careless when things are going well, and when things aren’t going well, you never know when an opportunity will come. So you always have to be prepared. If you do your best in everything, the opportunity will come again.″ He continued, ″I once said I would show ’Taehyun 2.0,’ and I am in the process of completing that. I recently met a mentor like a benefactor and am relearning vocalization. As I feel the change in myself, my goals have risen, and every day is enjoyable.″ Taehyun’s photo shoot and interview can be found in the August issue of Arena Homme Plus, on the official website, and on official channels. Meanwhile, Tomorrow X Together (TXT) will release their 5th Japanese single, Setsuna Hanabi (セツナハナビ), on August 19. This album includes a total of four songs: the title track and three original new songs including ″Silence″ and ″Nice to Meet Ya.″ Also, to celebrate their 7th anniversary since their Japanese debut this year, they held a special concert series, ″2026 TXT MOA CON IN JAPAN,″ with eight performances across four cities, all of which were sold out.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 A 30-second shorts video featuring Jin of BTS has been released. Elle Korea showcased the video of Jin on their official Instagram and YouTube Shorts. The video consists of Jin looking at the camera without any special directing or editing, showing him resting his chin on his hand or crossing his arms in a space with classic wooden furniture and an antique clock. The video ends with a scene of him winking and giving a thumbs-up. The title of the video is ″I was just looking...″ and subtitles saying ″Wednesday,″ ″Friday,″ and ″Sunday″ appear in order over Jin’s face. Along with the video release, Elle Korea posted the message: ″I was just looking...? Only ’Wolwahen,’ who tore up the halftime stage, has this ability. It’s that when you look at him, your sense of time disappears. So, what day is it today? Your Highness?″ This video was produced during Jin’s participation in the Elle August issue cover shoot. The six cover versions of the August issue, which began pre-sale on the 10th, ranked from 1st to 7th in real-time bestsellers in the magazine category at major bookstores including YES24. Additionally, Elle Korea changed the header images of their official YouTube, Naver, and X (formerly Twitter) accounts to Jin.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sunmi appeared on SBS PowerFM’s ’Escape at Two Cultwo Show’ and mentioned Jenna, a member of the group Lesen. On the July 22 afternoon broadcast of the ’Escape at Two Cultwo Show’ segment ’Let’s Just Go Halfway,’ Hwang Chi-yeul participated as a special DJ, and Sunmi was a guest. Sunmi revealed that she is from Gyeongju, saying, ″Jenna from Lesen is also from Gyeongju. There are exactly two celebrities from Gyeongju: me and Jenna.″ When Hwang Chi-yeul said, ″A meeting of Silla princesses,″ Sunmi corrected, ″That’s right. Wonjae is also from Gyeongju. There are three people from Gyeongju.″ The ’Forever July’ challenge video featuring Sunmi and Jenna was released on Sunmi’s official channel on July 19. Regarding this challenge, Sunmi said, ″Lesen friends won first place and filmed it at KBS. Oh, how pretty.″ She added, ″But when you go to the broadcasting station, everyone says you have to film the challenge. All singers are filming challenges.″ On the show, DJ Kim Tae-gyun said, ″You have to do everything,″ and Hwang Chi-yeul explained, ″It’s in front of the stairs going up to the second floor; that’s the challenge zone.″ Hwang Chi-yeul also said, ″Sunmi’s hair was styled, should I say? The perm really suits her,″ and Kim Tae-gyun said, ″So pretty.″ Sunmi said, ″Next time I come, I should come with a perm.″ Meanwhile, Sunmi released her new digital single ’Forever July’ on the 15th. She participated in writing and composing the song herself.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group Kiki (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiya) will hold an offline pop-up store ahead of the release of their third mini-album. Starship Entertainment announced on their official SNS on the 21st that they will hold the ″Waikiki Duty Free Pop-up″ to celebrate the release of the third mini-album ″Waikiki″ on August 10. The pop-up store will be operated in Seongdong-gu, Seoul, from August 6 to 9. In the video released on the official SNS, the members showcased their individual styles against a beach backdrop, and a space themed around a duty-free shop appeared. At the end of the video, the location and schedule of the pop-up were also announced. The pop-up store will feature various installations reflecting the album concept, photo zones, interactive content, merchandise, and other attractions. Kiki stated that through this pop-up, they have prepared for their official fan club Tiki and visitors to join the start of the ″Waikiki″ package tour together. Previously, Kiki opened a website with a package tour concept and introduced unique teasing content such as a boarding pass issuance system.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS V posted a street dance video on his TikTok account. The video was filmed by dancer and video creator Dyson Campbell, and V wore a bandana and casual t-shirt while performing various street dance moves such as popping, locking, and house with other dancers. The video also included a polaroid photo effect. Even during his overseas tour schedule, V has been uploading several dance challenge videos on TikTok. He surpassed 18 million followers 75 days after opening his TikTok account, which is more than a month faster than the previous shortest record held by a Korean star.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lim Young Woong’s official YouTube channel has surpassed 1.79 million subscribers. Only 10,000 subscribers remain until reaching 1.8 million. As of the 22nd, Lim Young Woong’s YouTube channel ″Lim Young Woong″ exceeded 1.79 million subscribers. The channel features nearly 1,000 videos, including new song music videos, broadcast performances, concert highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and daily vlogs. With steady support from the fandom ″Hero Era″ and the influx of new audiences, the channel has continued to grow. The official channel’s total views reach billions, and past videos continue to be played consistently, showing that interest is not concentrated on specific videos alone. Fans visit the channel to see various sides of Lim Young Woong, both on stage and in daily life.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jimin was seen sharing a warm moment with child performers after the halftime show of the 2026 North American World Cup final on July 19 (local time). The halftime show was planned to support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, and children performed on stage together. After the performance, Jimin made eye contact with each child on stage and offered words of encouragement, reportedly slowing his exit as a result. A video showing children surrounding Jimin was posted online, with comments such as ″Jimin is the Pied Piper″ and ″Jimin you are the sweetest.″ Jimin’s warm behavior toward young fans continued during the world tour. At the Mexico concert, he noticed a young fan in the audience crying and comforted them by giving his cowboy hat, saying ″Don’t cry.″ Recently, at the Paris concert, he saw a child near the fence and asked nearby fans not to push, then took off his shirt and gifted it to the child, a moment shared on social media. In addition, Jimin has continued his charitable activities to help children and youth. He donated funds to various local education offices, leaving a message supporting students who want to focus on their studies despite difficult circumstances, and it was revealed that he donated 100 million won to the International Rotary Club to help eradicate polio.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tomorrow X Together (TXT) Yeonjun achieved his highest-ever ranking on the Japanese Oricon chart with his second mini-album ’NO LABELS: PART 02.’ On the weekly chart announced by Oricon on July 22 (dated July 27, covering the period from July 13 to 19), Yeonjun’s second mini-album ranked 2nd on the ’Weekly Combined Album Ranking.’ This is one step higher than the 3rd place he achieved with his first solo album last year, marking his personal best. The ’Weekly Combined Album Ranking’ is calculated by combining CD sales, digital downloads, and streaming figures. The album also ranked 1st on the ’Weekly Western Music Album Ranking,’ 2nd on the ’Weekly Album Ranking,’ and 5th on the ’Weekly Digital Album Ranking.’ The title track ’Ice Cream’ entered the ’Weekly Combined Single Ranking,’ ’Weekly Digital Single Ranking,’ and ’Weekly Streaming Ranking’ for two consecutive weeks. On the latest Billboard Japan charts (covering July 13 to 19), ’Ice Cream’ appeared on several charts, including 7th place on the ’Hot Shot Song,’ as well as on the ’Japan Hot 100,’ ’Streaming Songs,’ and ’Download Songs’ charts. On the latest U.S. Billboard charts (dated July 25 and July 26), the album ranked 16th on the main album chart ’Billboard 200,’ marking the highest position for a Korean solo artist’s album released this year. Yeonjun successfully entered the ’Billboard 200’ chart with two consecutive works following his first solo album. Yeonjun won first place trophies on KBS2’s ’Music Bank’ and MBC’s ’Show! Music Core’ with ’Ice Cream,’ achieving a double crown on music shows. He will perform on Mnet’s ’M Countdown’ broadcast on the 23rd.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS V revealed photos capturing his daily life in Paris, France. Recently, V posted several photos on his SNS without any additional explanation. The photos showed moments during his stay in Paris, including a scene where he covered his face with a large sunflower while looking at the camera. In another photo, he hid behind a big bouquet of flowers containing sunflowers and struck a playful pose. In the photos, V appeared with blonde hair, comfortable styling, and soft lighting. Sunflowers appeared repeatedly in several photos.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seventeen member Dino’s alter ego Picheolin is making a strong impression with the new song ″Crazy Crazy.″ Picheolin pre-released the new songs ″No Goodbye Without Pain (narr. Lee Moon-se)″ and ″Crazy Crazy″ ahead of the mini album 1st release ″吉BOARD (Gilboard)″ scheduled for August 3. ″Crazy Crazy″ entered the iTunes ″Top Songs″ charts in several countries and regions, including Japan, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka, shortly after its release on the 22nd. Fans responded to the addictiveness of ″Crazy Crazy″ by saying, ″I played it because it was fun, and then I got hooked on the song,″ and overseas fans also participated in the challenge wearing Picheolin looks. The song had already been dubbed a ″college entrance exam banned song,″ predicting its addictiveness. Following the pre-release tracks that showcased his presence, Picheolin plans to launch full-scale activities with the album containing a total of seven songs, including the title track ″Let’s Play (prod. Hitchhiker).″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seventeen member Vernon revealed his first love experience. Vernon will appear as a listener on the July 23rd broadcast of ’Tales That Follow One Another’ (hereafter ’Ttokkomu’) in the episode titled ’Love of the Century - Ahn Jae-hyung♥Zhao Zumin.’ B1A4’s Sandeul and actress Kim Su-jin will also join the broadcast. This is the first time Vernon and Sandeul are appearing on ’Ttokkomu.’ During the broadcast, Vernon revealed that he had his first love in middle school and said, ″I believe in love at first sight.″ In response, MC Jang Sung-kyu mentioned that he also fell in love at first sight and ended up marrying an elementary school classmate. Vernon also commented on a photo of table tennis national player Ahn Jae-hyung, saying, ″This person looks like a friend who works at a large company,″ and added, ″He seems diligent.″ ’Ttokkomu’ reveals the love story of South Korean table tennis star Ahn Jae-hyung and Chinese table tennis star Zhao Zumin, who overcame borders and ideologies to be together in their 20s. Even after 40 years, their warm relationship is shared. Former table tennis player Kim Ki-taek said, ″Jae-hyung played Chinese language tapes every day in the dormitory. It was almost creepy. Even though he didn’t listen to the tapes, he kept playing them and never turned them off, and none of the dorm mates complained.″ When Ahn Jae-hyung’s letter confessing his feelings to Zhao Zumin was revealed, actress Kim Su-jin shed tears. Vernon, listening to their love story, said, ″Have I ever been this sincere about anything?″ and Sandeul expressed surprise and empathy. The love story of sports stars representing Korea and China, Ahn Jae-hyung and Zhao Zumin, can be seen in the full broadcast of ’Ttokkomu.’]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Ahn Hee-yeon shared her thoughts on returning to KBS 2TV’s new weekend drama ″Love Is Coming″ after postponing her wedding. At the production press conference for ″Love Is Coming,″ held at The Saint in Guro-gu, Seoul, on July 22 at 2:30 PM, Ahn Hee-yeon said regarding her return to drama, ″I feel sorry for causing concern to many people due to my personal matters. I also feel uneasy sharing my personal story here. Many people are working hard and putting their hearts into this project, and my greatest hope is not to cause any trouble to their efforts. I ask for your understanding regarding parts that are difficult to answer specifically.″ She continued, ″Of course, it was a burden, but it is something I must bear, so I am doing my best and staying strong. I am grateful to meet many people through this weekend drama. Through the character Gyurim, I want to offer comfort, hope, and love to many.″ Ahn Hee-yeon was scheduled to marry psychiatrist and broadcaster Yang Jae-woong in 2024, but the wedding was postponed after a patient death incident occurred at the hospital operated by Yang Jae-woong in the same year. In ″Love Is Coming,″ Ahn Hee-yeon plays Han Gyurim, an employee at a market side dish shop who, despite a tough reality, remains spirited and full of lively energy. This drama is a family recipe story about two men and women who gather the broken pieces of a fractured family to prepare the warmest life table in the world. KBS 2TV’s ″Love Is Coming″ will premiere on July 25 at 7:55 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Hope″ has surpassed 2.4 million cumulative viewers within a week since its release on the 15th, continuing its box office success. Um Moon-seok, who plays the neighborhood carpenter ″Yang-bae,″ has drawn public attention for his dramatic acting transformation and past background. Yang-bae, portrayed by Um Moon-seok, is a character who creates tension just by appearing, with his Chungcheong dialect, unique oral structure, and inscrutable facial expressions. His house is filled with various tools, mannequins, and miscellaneous items, adding to the eerie atmosphere of the film. Director Bong Joon-ho praised Um Moon-seok’s acting in a conversation with director Na Hong-jin, saying, ″How did you cast him? In a good way, his face looked more alien than an alien,″ and, ″It must be an acting expression, but the movements of his mouth and lower jaw were so strange and astonishing.″ Director Na Hong-jin responded with a laugh, ″He is usually calm and clean.″ Audiences praised Um Moon-seok’s transformation, shedding his previously sophisticated and cheerful image, saying, ″I didn’t realize it was Um Moon-seok until the end,″ and, ″It’s a shocking transformation.″ His past activities are also being reexamined. Before debuting as an actor, Um Moon-seok was active as a singer under the stage name ″SIC″ in 2005, and in 2013, he appeared on Mnet’s dance survival show ″Dancing9,″ where he was recognized for his outstanding dance skills in krump performance. Recently, videos of his ″Dancing9″ stage have gained renewed attention on online platforms. Netizens responded, ″I can’t believe this is the actor from ’Hope’,″ ″He dances well and acts well,″ and ″He’s truly an actor who has worked hard.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Big Bang will hold a special event with fans at the Mulbit Stage in Yeouido Hangang Park, Seoul, to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary. The event will take place on August 19 at 8 p.m. and is a pre-fan event held ahead of the 20th anniversary world tour concert at Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium (August 21–23). The event is hosted by Big Bang’s agency YG Entertainment and co-hosted by Coupang Play, the sponsor company of the Goyang concert. The event will feature a DJing performance with newly arranged versions of Big Bang’s representative songs, a history video covering 20 years of activities, media art visually representing the team’s universe, and orchestral sounds. Additionally, a large-scale drone show and fireworks illuminating the Hangang night sky will conclude the event. This event is free for all seats, and anyone who is a Coupang Wow member can apply. Ticket reservations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis through the Coupang Play mobile application starting at 7 p.m. on July 28. Reservation fees are the responsibility of the user. Coupang Play stated that this event was prepared to thank fans for their enthusiastic support during the ticket reservation process for the world tour Goyang concert. Previously, ’BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR IN GOYANG with Coupang Play’ sold out both the first and additional ticket sales, with 210,000 people waiting simultaneously during general ticket sales. Upon entry to the event, a valid ID verification process will be conducted to confirm the identity of the ticket holder. An anti-fraud system will be applied, and canceled tickets will be resold sequentially at regular intervals. Only one device per Wow member account can be connected, and a dedicated channel for reporting fraudulent transactions will be operated. Detailed information about the event will be announced later through the official website and mobile application.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group KiiiKiii is holding an offline promotion called the ″WhyKiiiKiii Duty Free Popup″ ahead of the release of their third mini-album, ″WhyKiiiKiii.″ This popup will take place from August 6 to 9 on the first floor of PUBG Seongsu, located at 5 Wangsimni-ro 4-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul. Participated by Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, and Kiya, the event is designed to let fans experience the new album concept in advance. Visitors can feel KiiiKiii’s ″Gen Z美″ in a duty-free shop-themed space. Inside the popup, various attractions such as album-related installations and images, photo zones, interactive experience content, and merchandise will be available. Previously, KiiiKiii opened a website with the ″WhyKiiiKiii″ package tour concept for pre-promotion. The website features the members as tour guides and offers unique teasing content, including a system where users can issue their own boarding passes. KiiiKiii’s third mini-album, ″WhyKiiiKiii,″ is scheduled to be released on August 10 at 6 PM (KST) through various online music platforms. Since their debut last year, KiiiKiii has communicated with fans through diverse activities.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sunmi recently appeared on SBS PowerFM’s ’Escape at 2PM Cultwo Show’ and talked about her new digital single ’Forever July’ and her 2018 Waterbomb performance. Sunmi revealed that she personally participated not only in writing and composing ’Forever July,’ released on July 15, but also in choreographing the dance. She explained, ″I wrote the song and directed the choreography. I did everything. Of course, many people helped me along the way.″ Regarding her collaboration with Jeokjae, she said, ″Jeokjae is an artist I love. He’s in the same company as me. We always talked about working together, and finally, we did this time.″ The new song was started in March during spring, and Sunmi said, ″It’s not a bright, exciting, or refreshing song, but it’s moist. It’s really fun and good. Please listen to it. Everyone, please stream it. Please help me.″ She also expressed her affection, saying, ″This is my favorite song. It was a song I really wanted to try, and I was happy while making it. Actually, when I write songs, I don’t listen to them much afterward because I hear them too much during production. But this song is one I want to keep listening to. It’s not a totally exciting dance song, but it’s exciting.″ The broadcast also included a discussion about her 2018 Waterbomb performance. When DJ Kim Taekyoon asked, ″You’re part of the first generation of Waterbomb. I’ve never been there. What’s it like?″ Sunmi replied, ″I thought Waterbomb was a festival where you dress up pretty and stylishly, but it’s not like that. You come comfortably. Everyone comes comfortably and shoots water guns at strangers, so that’s really fun. I think people feel like it’s hard to go.″ She added, ″You can come very freely and comfortably.″ Hwang Chi-yeul mentioned that the 2018 Waterbomb stage video recorded 15 million views. About the outfit Sunmi wore at the time, she explained, ″It was a swimsuit, but it said not to wear it while swimming. I bought it because it was a swimsuit, but they said not to wear it while swimming.″ Regarding the high number of views, she said, ″It wasn’t shocking or anything, but since the youngest member of the group Wonder Girls had grown into a respectable adult and showed a bold image, I think people were surprised to see that.″ She added, ″It might also be because of the man next to me. Actually, in the comments, both women and men said it was a happy video. That’s probably why it reached 15 million views.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Koyote member Baekga directly clarified the controversy surrounding his facial expressions toward Shinji’s husband, Moonwon. Recently, the MBN variety show ″Precious Family of Others″ revealed the first meeting between the couple Shinji and Moonwon and Kim Jongmin and Baekga since their wedding. The four shared behind-the-scenes stories from the wedding and anecdotes from the formal meeting between the families. At this gathering, Baekga stated that he looks at Moonwon with eyes full of love. He said, ″If you look without any thought, you might think I still have bad feelings from before,″ referring to the controversy over his expressionless face in the video of Shinji and Moonwon’s formal meeting. Baekga explained, ″That’s not the case. Every time I see Moonwon, I deliberately look at him more affectionately than at Shinji.″ Shinji said, ″People think Baekga dislikes Moonwon when he has no expression,″ and explained that Baekga tries to be mindful of his facial expressions, but misunderstandings arose because photos were taken whenever he momentarily let his guard down. In the past, when Shinji and Moonwon announced their marriage, Moonwon revealed that he had been divorced once and had a daughter with his ex-wife. Later, a scene showing Baekga leaving with a stern face was released, sparking various interpretations online. Meanwhile, Shinji married singer Moonwon last May and is currently sharing their newlywed life through various variety shows.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jo Hajin personally announced that he appeared as an image cameo playing the third prince in the Netflix series ″Donggung.″ On July 22, Jo Hajin shared on his social media, ″Although I appeared as an image cameo, I learned a lot on set, had a great experience, and felt very comfortable thanks to everyone taking good care of me.″ He also posted several photos along with the message, ″Thank you for taking pictures!! Fighting, Netflix ’Donggung’!!″ The released photos showed him posing in front of the waiting room with a sign that read ″Actor Jo Hajin as the third prince in Donggung,″ as well as scenes taken with Jang Youngnam, who plays Daebimama. Jo Hajin confirmed his appearance in ″Donggung″ by taking pictures in makeup in front of the waiting room. Go Eunah showed support by liking her nephew Jo Hajin’s post. Jo Hajin is the nephew of actress Go Eunah and Mir from the group MBLAQ, and he is also the son of Bang Hyoseon. The family shares their daily lives through the YouTube channel ″Banggane.″ Jo Hajin made his acting debut last year in the KBS 1TV drama ″Catch the Great Luck.″ Meanwhile, ″Donggung″ is a work depicting Gucheon (Nam Joo-hyuk), who has the ability to cross between the world of the dead and the living, and Saenggang (No Yoon-seo), a palace maid with secrets, who are summoned by the king (Jo Seung-woo) to uncover the curse that haunts Donggung. Since its release on July 17, the series recorded 4.9 million views in just three days, ranking second in the global TOP 10 non-English shows, and by July 22, it ranked first in ″Today’s TOP 10 Series in Korea″ and appeared on the TOP 10 lists of 27 countries.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ has set a remarkable record in advance ticket sales ahead of its release. According to the Integrated Computerized Ticketing System for movie theaters, as of 10:50 AM on July 22, ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ recorded 315,260 advance ticket reservations, surpassing 310,000 tickets in pre-sales. It exceeded 300,000 tickets at the fastest pace among films released this year and maintained the number one spot in overall advance ticket sales for four consecutive days. This figure is more than twice the approximately 150,000 tickets sold during the same period for ″Avatar: Fire and Ashes,″ which attracted 6.74 million viewers last year, and also surpasses the simultaneous advance ticket sales of about 305,000 for ″Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,″ which drew 5.88 million viewers, and about 135,000 for ″Hope,″ which surpassed 2 million viewers. ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ is an action blockbuster that tells the story of Peter Parker, who has been forgotten by everyone since ″Spider-Man: No Way Home,″ facing a new threat to protect his loved ones after encountering an enemy who remembers his identity and being caught in uncontrollable powers caused by DNA mutation. The film will be released domestically ahead of North America on July 29. Meanwhile, ″Hope,″ which was released on the 15th, continues to hold the number one spot at the box office with a cumulative audience of 2.4 million as of the morning of the 22nd.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS has surpassed 300 million cumulative streams on Spotify with their second mini-album ″Green Green.″ Big Hit Music announced on the 22nd that ″Green Green″ reached 300 million cumulative streams on the global music platform Spotify as of the 20th. This record was achieved 77 days after the album’s release and is the only one among boy groups that debuted within the past year. After its release on May 4, ″Green Green″ hit 100 million streams on May 19, 200 million streams on June 18, and added another 100 million streams within a month. The title track ″Red Red″ recorded approximately 154 million cumulative streams on Spotify. The song ranked 109th on the ″Weekly Top Songs Global″ chart (for the week of July 10–16), marking its 12th consecutive week on the chart, and maintained first place for 12 consecutive weeks on the ″Weekly Top Songs Korea″ chart. Currently, the monthly listeners on Spotify have exceeded 12.78 million. They also showed achievements on the US Billboard charts. In the latest chart dated July 25, ″Green Green″ ranked 132nd on the main album chart ″Billboard 200,″ marking its 10th consecutive week on the chart. This is the longest-running record for a single album among K-pop boy groups that debuted within the last five years. Additionally, it ranked 3rd on the ″World Albums″ chart and 11th on the ″Top Album Sales″ chart. ″Red Red″ appeared for 12 consecutive weeks on the ″Global 200″ chart at 78th place and on the ″Global (excluding US)″ chart at 40th place. CORTIS is preparing for activities in North America. After performing at the US music festival ″Lollapalooza Chicago″ on July 31 and August 1, they will hold a solo tour titled ″2026 CORTIS Tour in North America″ in six North American cities, starting in Toronto, Canada on August 4, followed by New York, Atlanta, Irving, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Broadcaster Jang Young-ran has revealed updates on her summer vacation with her family. Recently, Jang Young-ran posted photos from a family trip on her SNS, along with a warm message saying, ″Where did our family travel to?″ She left a hint about the destination at the very end of the photos, attracting fans’ attention. In the revealed photos, Jang Young-ran is seen spending a happy day with a bright smile in a sunny environment where natural light sparkles. This post, capturing precious moments with her family, conveyed a warm atmosphere and moments filled with love. Meanwhile, Jang Young-ran is loved by the public for her bright and friendly image, often sharing daily life with her family and showing heartwarming scenes. It is known that she enjoyed her vacation by creating good memories with her family during this trip as well.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lee Chaeyoung showcased her fresh charm. Recently, Lee Chaeyoung posted several photos on SNS along with three cherry emojis. In the photos, she wore a red jacket and a striped dress, sitting on a white towel spread on the grass, holding an apple in one hand while gazing straight ahead. In another photo, she created a lovely expression by gently touching her lips with her fingers, exuding a pure yet lively atmosphere. Especially in the shot where she paired the red jacket with a striped bra top, she attracted attention with a pose of naturally brushing her hair back with her fingers. Overall, the bright and refreshing colors and props harmonized to highlight Lee Chaeyoung’s unique healthy energy. She captivated fans with a refreshing and cute charm different from her usual charismatic stage presence. Meanwhile, Lee Chaeyoung is active in various fields as a member of the group fromis_9. She has been receiving enthusiastic responses from fans with her radiant beauty in recently released videos and event appearances.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kwon Eunbi exuded a refreshing charm through everyday photos captured on a train. Recently, Kwon Eunbi shared several photos inside a train wearing a white short-sleeve T-shirt and jeans. Standing by the door and calmly gazing forward, she added a chic vibe by wearing sunglasses. The outside scenery and train station visible through the window created a comfortable yet stylish atmosphere. In a selfie where she pouted and looked at the camera, her lively expression stood out, and in a shot holding a can of drink, a relaxed mood was conveyed. Along with this, Kwon Eunbi communicated with fans by posting a short Japanese message on SNS, ″なんか すき。🤍 (Somehow I like it),″ expressing simple but sincere everyday feelings. Recently, Kwon Eunbi has been actively continuing her activities while balancing travel and work in Japan. She has been attracting attention with various appearances, including friendly everyday scenes locally and a bright smile in front of a large outdoor advertisement in the city. Kwon Eunbi’s comfortable yet sophisticated styling and natural charm continue to draw much interest.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The girl group IVE officially announced the full launch of their second world tour, ″SHOW WHAT I AM,″ starting October 31. On the 15th, IVE revealed the start of their world tour through their official SNS, showing they are actively preparing to meet fans worldwide. This tour is expected to be an important stage for IVE to expand their activities on the global stage, following their hot response not only in Korea but also in major Asian cities. Recently appearing on the Japanese variety show ″Please Do That to Snow Man SP,″ IVE grew closer to local fans and received great attention with their diverse performances and unique entertainment skills. Additionally, they have solidified their position as a leading girl group by achieving five crowns in various brand reputation indexes. With images of IVE members Ahn Yujin and Rei released through their official SNS, fans’ anticipation for the album activities and world tour has increased. This world tour is expected to highlight IVE’s distinct colors and musical growth. Meanwhile, IVE has been steadily gaining great love in various countries through continuous global expansion since their debut, drawing the attention of music fans to their future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids has released the seat input guide for the official light stick of their 2026 world tour , ’OFFICIAL LIGHT STICK VER.2’. This world tour will take place a total of five times at the KSPO Dome in Seoul from July 25 to August 2. The seat input guide is available for both Android and iOS users and can be conveniently accessed through links tailored to each operating system. Stray Kids plans to create special moments with fans using the newly updated official light stick at this concert. Meanwhile, Stray Kids will also perform at the ’2026 TME Live International Music Awards (TIMA)’ held in Hong Kong in August, continuing their active presence on overseas stages alongside the world tour. Fans are looking forward to experiencing various charms of Stray Kids at both the concert and the awards ceremony.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group izna (Mai, Bang Jimin, Coco, Yoo Sarang, Choi Jeongeun, Jung Sebi) will begin fan club pre-sales for their debut concert tour ″WHO DAT GIRL?″ Seoul performance on the 22nd at 8 PM through NOL Ticket. izna will hold ″2026 izna Concert Tour: WHO DAT GIRL? in SEOUL″ at Olympic Hall, Olympic Park, Songpa-gu, Seoul from September 19 to 20. This tour is izna’s first concert tour since their debut, with the title inspired by the chorus lyrics ″Who dat girl is?″ from their debut song ″IZNA.″ The performance will feature the six members’ distinctive iconic presence, a lineup showcasing their live performance capabilities, and a setlist that condenses their musical narrative. izna previously proved their popularity by selling out all seats for their first fan concert ″izna 1st FAN-CON [Not Just Pretty]″ held domestically in November 2025 and in Japan in January 2026. Starting with the Seoul performance, izna will continue their tour in six domestic and international locations: Taipei on October 9, Manila on October 17, Hong Kong on October 24, Singapore on November 8, and Kuala Lumpur on December 5. Additional locations will be announced sequentially. Meanwhile, general ticket sales for the Seoul performance will begin on the 23rd at 8 PM through NOL Ticket.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Jeon Hyo-sung revealed new photo shoot images through her personal SNS on the 21st. In the released photos, Jeon Hyo-sung showcased a lovely atmosphere and casual style with white and pink outfits, while also displaying a chic charm with oversized suit styling. Jeon Hyo-sung demonstrated a professional appearance with natural poses, eye expressions, facial acting, and healthy energy. She attracted fans’ attention by creating lovely moments with her radiant visuals. Jeon Hyo-sung debuted in 2009 as a member of the group Secret and released various hit songs such as ″Shy Boy,″ ″Starlight Moonlight,″ and ″POISON.″ Afterwards, she released solo albums including ″STARLIGHT,″ ″Always Me,″ ″Come Find the Story of the Sea Color,″ and ″Good-night Kiss,″ and appeared as Oh Min-hye in the Netflix original drama ″Celebrity.″ She is also active in various fields, including as a DJ for BTN Radio’s ″Jeon Hyo-sung’s Secret Night.″ Recently, Jeon Hyo-sung made a comeback with Secret, releasing the special mini-album ″Secret Flavor″ and continuing active promotions by appearing in various video content.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Highlight member Yoon Doojoon will serve as the MC for the K-pop fandom survival variety show ″Fandom Stage.″ Yoon Doojoon will host ″Fandom Stage,″ which will premiere on Wavve on the 29th. This program is a global K-pop fandom survival show where fans, not artists, take center stage to compete in their ″fan power.″ Fandoms of various artists such as god, Monsta X, Big Bang, Seventeen, SHINee, EXO, Tomorrow X Together (TXT) (TXT), and TWICE participate, completing missions based on actual fan activities like ticketing, cheering methods, filming, and content creation. Yoon Doojoon, leader of Highlight with 18 years since debut, is responsible for hosting the program based on his experience as an idol. He empathizes with the culture and passion of fans and supports the challenges of each fandom. Alongside Highlight’s full-group activities, Yoon Doojoon has been active as an MC on various variety shows such as ENA’s ″Switch My Home,″ ENA web variety show ″Jjigneun Kime,″ Channel S’s ″All About K-Bob,″ and E Channel’s ″Brave Detectives 5.″ He also conducted live commentary on the 2026 North and Central America World Cup matches on Highlight’s official YouTube channel and participated as a presenter in KBS 1TV’s World Cup special documentary ″The Road to the North and Central America World Cup: Codename 348104.″ ″Fandom Stage″ will be released twice weekly every Wednesday at 11 a.m. on Wavve for a total of 8 episodes starting on the 29th. It will be available for viewing on the Pixid YouTube channel from 6 p.m. on August 5. Meanwhile, Highlight is scheduled to perform at the Kaohsiung ″K-WAVE INFINITY K-pop Concert″ on August 8, the Gwacheon ″2026 K-Cool Festival″ on August 22, and the Incheon ″Sustainable Wave Festival″ on August 30.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900