https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr RIIZE will hold a fan meeting with fans to celebrate their 3rd debut anniversary. The event will take place on September 12 and 13 at the Inspire Arena in Incheon, under the name of the fan meeting ’Ch. RIIZE : ON AIR’. This fan meeting is planned with the concept of a special broadcast channel for RIIZE and their official fan club BRIIZE. Various segments will be prepared as if programs are being switched on an actual broadcast. The members added meaning to the event by incorporating ideas from the winning team of the 2:2:2 competition PT held at the fan party ’RIIZE OFFICE’ in May into the segments. For fans who cannot attend in person, a live broadcast is also scheduled through Beyond Live and Weverse. Fan meeting tickets can be reserved through NOL, with domestic pre-sale on July 27, global pre-sale on July 28, and general sale on July 29, sequentially. RIIZE achieved their 4th million-seller with initial sales of 1.28 million copies for their mini-album ’II’, released on June 15. This album topped major domestic and international charts, including the Japan Oricon Weekly Chart (July 6–12) for albums, overseas albums, and combined albums rankings, Billboard Japan Top Album Sales weekly chart, Circle Monthly Album Chart for June, Melon Global K-Chart daily and HOT100, and iTunes Top Album Chart number one in six regions worldwide.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KiiiKiii (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiya) will make a comeback on August 10 with their new album ’WhyKiiiKiii.’ This comeback comes about seven months after the release of their second mini-album ’Delulu Pack’ in January. On the 19th, KiiiKiii announced an update to their official website (https://kiiikiii.kr) through their official SNS and released teaser content for the new album ’WhyKiiiKiii.’ When accessing the website, a travel agency-style page appears, with the members introduced as tour guides. Centered around the ’WhyKiiiKiii’ package tour schedule, six time slots and themes were revealed, each featuring various retro mood concepts reminiscent of past beauty and cellphone advertisements, illustrations, high-teen movies, and magazines, emphasizing a Y2K aesthetic. The website features messages such as ″WhyKiiiKiii? Discover the Answer″ and ″Experience 6 summers, curated by the best guides,″ along with phrases introducing each schedule like ″In the Waikicon appearance zone, every shot is a perfect shot″ and ″The sweet and sour truth always reveals itself at convenience stores...″ Additionally, the website allows users to apply for the tour by entering their name, departure location, date, and ticket type, with a boarding pass issued showing the destination as ’Waikiki.’ KiiiKiii plans to sequentially reveal various comeback promotions through their official SNS and website. The new album is characterized by addressing the question ″Why KiiiKiii?″ in KiiiKiii’s unique way.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Kim Woo-bin shared updates on his recent life through various everyday photos. In the recently released pictures, Kim Woo-bin caught attention as he wore a white apron and patterned gloves, spreading both hands wide open with a playful expression. The photos were taken inside a hair salon, conveying a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. In another photo, he is seen sitting on a chair in a relaxed style, wearing a beige suit paired with slippers, enjoying a leisurely moment with his elbows resting on his knees while bathed in light coming through the window. A photo showing him walking while looking back, dressed in a black suit against the backdrop of a modern building exterior, added a sophisticated charm. Other scenes include him looking outside from inside a car, sitting and waiting at a shooting site, and smiling while holding documents and talking on the phone indoors. Especially in the photo where he is on a phone call, he wears accessories on his arm, revealing a neat yet stylish side. Kim Woo-bin has been actively working as an advertising model recently, naturally capturing customers’ changing daily lives through new campaigns. He also continuously shares warm energy by communicating with fans through his personal SNS. He is expected to meet fans through various activities in the future, raising anticipation.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Global pop star Jennie recently caught fans’ attention by sharing an update on social media. Jennie posted a photo set against a narrow alleyway, sharing a glimpse of her daily life. The photo, taken at a location where ancient architecture and stone walls blend together, attracted attention with its atmosphere different from usual. Recently, Jennie has been actively promoting her new song ″Dracula,″ a collaboration with Australian singer Tame Impala, which set a personal record on the US Billboard Hot 100 main singles chart. In addition, through this social media post, she hinted at the mood related to new music projects, raising fans’ expectations. Meanwhile, Jennie has solidified her position as a solo artist by headlining European festivals three times in a row. She especially received great responses at Spain’s Mad Cool Festival, showcasing her unique presence on the global stage. She plans to continue engaging with the public through various music activities and performance schedules.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SUGA recently captured fans’ attention by releasing his new song ″Merry Go Round″ along with a stylish black-and-white photo shoot. In the released photos, he is seen wearing a black suit, sitting in an indoor space decorated with murals, or standing against a hallway wall with prominent decorations, gazing directly at the camera. The sophisticated atmosphere combined with his calm expression evokes deep emotions. In another photo where he is comfortably lying on an outdoor sofa, he wears black pants and a patterned top, with camera equipment from the production site appearing in the background, suggesting the shoot is in progress. Other scenes highlight a serene mood set against vintage buildings, old walls, and doors. In the outdoor shots, he is also seen sitting on a sofa covered with a blanket, looking straight ahead. Meanwhile, SUGA is actively engaging with fans while performing on his European tour, including stages in London. As a member and producer of BTS, he plays a crucial role in expanding the team’s musical identity and is also actively pursuing his solo career. The photo shoot released alongside the new song showcases both his musical seriousness and artistic sensibility, receiving great acclaim.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT’s official SNS account announced that the 2026 RENJUN&CHENLE fan meeting ’ROOMMATE’ took place in Guangzhou. This fan meeting was a special event featuring NCT DREAM members RENJUN and CHENLE, eliciting enthusiastic responses from local NCTzens and fans. The fan meeting was held in a large concert hall, where the two members sat on stage wearing white short-sleeve t-shirts and jeans, spending time interacting with fans. RENJUN and CHENLE smiled brightly and looked straight ahead, creating a warm atmosphere. This event is one of various projects commemorating NCT’s 10th anniversary, regarded as a meaningful occasion where fans and members gathered to create precious memories. Information and content related to the fan meeting will continue to be updated through the official website. Fans expressed their anticipation and satisfaction with the fan meeting through SNS, saying, ″I’m grateful to be able to cheer in person,″ and ″The chemistry between the two was really great.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IVE member Liz attended a cosmetic brand popup store held in Seongsu-dong, showcasing her dazzling visuals. Wearing a sky-blue sleeveless dress, Liz introduced various cosmetics in person, displaying a diverse range of charms at the event. In particular, the moment she held a product in one hand while gazing straight ahead caught attention, showing a sophisticated atmosphere that perfectly matched the brand. In photos taken in a space where a metallic background and the brand logo harmonized, Liz emitted bright and lively energy, striking a cute pose while holding fruit models in both hands. At this event, Liz communicated with fans through SNS, announcing her collaboration with TONYMOLY. She shared the message, ″Join TONYMOLY Liz in Seongsu☺️💕,″ spreading a positive and energetic vibe. Meanwhile, Liz has been demonstrating her unique presence through active domestic and international activities. On the 16th, she departed for Tokyo, Japan, for overseas schedules, receiving high attention locally as well. She is gaining recognition in various fields by showcasing her distinctive style through numerous brand events and popup stores.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 EXO successfully completed the second day of their ’EXO PLANET #EXhOrizon’ tour held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. At the venue, the members wore matching black uniforms and showcased perfect harmony on stage, continuing the passionate atmosphere by closely interacting with fans. In particular, the members stood side by side in front of a gray roller shutter backstage, flashing V signs with their hands and bright smiles that further illuminated the mood of the event. This tour is centered around the message ’We Are One, EXO,’ strengthening the bond with the fandom through special encounters with fans in each city. EXO plans to continue meeting fans worldwide by carrying out various global tour schedules in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jun Hyun-moo is drawing attention by wearing a Spanish soccer team uniform to cheer for the World Cup. Known for his excellent commentary skills and entertainment sense, Jun Hyun-moo is actively engaging with soccer fans as a sports commentator during this World Cup. Recently, Jun Hyun-moo posted on his SNS, ″Worship the Jun Hyun-moo Party!♡ I predicted Spain’s victory long ago 🇪🇸 #TalkPawn25Hours,″ along with a photo of himself wearing the Spanish uniform, showing his support for the Spanish national team. In the released photo, Jun Hyun-moo poses seriously wearing a sports jersey against the backdrop of a game broadcast on a TV screen, revealing his passion for commentary. Jun Hyun-moo, a former announcer turned broadcaster, has accumulated diverse broadcasting experience and recently leads various programs as a freelance MC. Thanks to his witty remarks and expertise, he provides viewers with both reliable commentary and entertainment. During this World Cup, Jun Hyun-moo is dedicated not only to game analysis and commentary but also to enhancing communication with fans, vividly conveying the atmosphere at the venue. His deep affection and support for the Spanish national team have especially resonated strongly with fans. Meanwhile, Jun Hyun-moo actively shares various aspects of his daily life with fans through SNS beyond broadcasting. His activities and support during this World Cup season are attracting much attention.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 HYBE introduces the 7-member girl group TUIDE through its new label ABD. On July 20, HYBE announced, ″The first girl group presented by HYBE’s new label ABD is named TUIDE.″ TUIDE’s official SNS channels were launched at midnight on the 20th, along with the release of the team’s logo motion video. The video features different colors naturally spreading to reveal the team name and logo. The team’s official Instagram account will be operated privately starting from the 21st for the time being. The team name TUIDE is derived from ″Tune the tide,″ meaning ″to adjust the flow.″ HYBE stated that it embodies the ambition to experience and harmonize various flows of the world to create new enjoyment. The members are Seohee, Seoyeon, Elena, Jia, Saki, Sea, and Hani, totaling seven. They plan to freely express their individual personalities while blending flexibly to deliver harmonious voices. The overall production of TUIDE is led by Han Seong-su, Master Professional (MP), who formerly served as the CEO of Pledis Entertainment. Han Seong-su has a track record of producing various K-pop artists such as Seventeen, After School, IZ*ONE, and TWS. HYBE explained that ABD was established as part of HYBE’s ″multi-label strategy″ to strengthen expertise and autonomy by label. The name is an acronym of the brand slogan ″A Bold Dream,″ aiming for creative ideas that are flexible and lively, imagining ″D after A and B, not C.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) sold out all seats for the opening performances of their first solo tour, ’2026 CORTIS TOUR IN INCHEON,’ held at Inspire Arena in Incheon from July 18 to 19. This concert marked the first schedule of their solo tour, taking place less than a year after their debut. The performance began with a group dance medley featuring ’YOUNGCREATORCREW,’ ’FaSHioN,’ and ’REDRED.’ CORTIS moved between the main stage, a cross-shaped protruding stage, the first-floor floor, and the stairs connecting to the second floor, engaging closely with fans. During the stage of the mini-album 2 track ’TNT,’ about 20 dancers joined to create a moship performance. In the mini-album 1 title track ’What You Want,’ the members led the audience in a sing-along corner, conducting the crowd themselves. During the performances of ’JoyRide,’ ’Lullaby,’ ’Blue Lips,’ and ’Wassup,’ official light sticks and phone flashes illuminated the audience. CORTIS said, ″It looks so good to see the lights on and the light sticks raised,″ and added, ″We are grateful and happy to be able to fill such a big stage less than a year after our debut.″ They continued, ″We exist because we perform on stage. Such a great culture and stage cannot be created without you. Please continue to be with us from now on.″ Meanwhile, CORTIS will be the only K-pop boy group to perform solo at ’Lollapalooza Chicago’ in the U.S. from July 31 to August 1 (local time) this year. Afterward, they will start their North American tour beginning in Toronto, Canada, on August 4, and their debut 1st-anniversary concert, ’2026 CORTIS TOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY,’ will be held at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul from August 22 to 23.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 V revealed several photos on SNS with a short message, creating a unique atmosphere. Recently, V posted photos showcasing various styles along with the caption ″Not normal tonight.″ In the pictures, he is sitting at a table wearing a blue top, with glasses filled with red liquid placed in front of him. His intense gaze directed at the camera and the scars on his face evoke a peculiar tension. In another photo, V is wearing a red leather suit, sitting in front of a mirror with a bright smile, displaying a contrasting charm. His large glasses and curly hair are striking, and the luxurious interior decoration enhances the mood. Additionally, moments captured include him wearing a leopard print coat and lying naturally on a sofa, showing diverse scenes. V has always challenged fashion and image transformations while communicating with fans, but these recently released photos highlight his unique and artistic sensibility, attracting attention. Meanwhile, V continues to be active in various fields, recognized for his global influence and serving as a global brand ambassador. Recently, he also drew attention by showcasing his distinctive presence at an event held in Paris.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS successfully concluded their European tour with the ’BTS World Tour ’Arirang’ in Paris’ held at Stade de France in Paris, France. During this tour, BTS performed 10 shows across five cities: Madrid, Spain; Brussels, Belgium; London, United Kingdom; Munich, Germany; and Paris, France. A total of 717,000 spectators attended the concerts, with all shows selling out immediately upon ticket release. At each regional performance, the folk song ″Arirang″ was sung in unison in Korean, and audiences holding Taegeukgi flags were prominent. Some attendees enjoyed the concert wearing hanbok. Notably, the Paris concert gathered 92,000 attendees per show, setting the record for the highest single-show attendance in BTS’s concert history. They had previously concluded their 2019 ’BTS World Tour ’Love Yourself: Speak Yourself’’ European performances at the same venue, marking the finale of their tour at Stade de France again after 7 years and 1 month. On the 17th, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife visited the venue, attracting attention. The members stated, ″We were truly happy and grateful to know that so many people love us. From the start of the European tour to Paris, we were very happy. It was so moving that we wondered when we would ever perform in front of so many people like this again.″ They also said in French, ″The city of fashion, gastronomy, and romance. And the city with the best ARMY (fanbase). Paris has everything we love. We will definitely come back.″ Jin recalled his experience as a torchbearer for the ’2024 Paris Summer Olympics’ saying, ″I was with you all on the beautiful streets then, and I am really happy to be together again. Thank you for making such a wonderful day for us.″ Positive reviews from local media continued. Le Parisien described the concert as an explosive and rich show, while Le Monde introduced BTS as ″the group that brought K-pop to the top of the global music industry.″ They also analyzed the journey from their debut to the present, noting that after a hiatus, the group became more united and stronger. The German daily Die Welt highlighted BTS’s return and the global spread of K-pop, introducing them as one of the most successful pop groups of the current era. During the European tour, BTS set several records. They became the first Korean artists to perform at Brussels’ King Baudouin Stadium and Munich’s Allianz Arena, and at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, they set the record for the highest attendance per concert in the venue’s history. The cities where the concerts were held became lively. According to Costa, a global real estate and hotel data company, the Madrid hotel industry recorded the highest revenue per available room ever in June. Costa analyzed that the BTS concerts on the 26th and 27th of last month were among the major events influencing hotel demand. In fact, local hotel occupancy reached 89.5% on the first day of the concert. In London, ’BTS The City Arirang - London’ was held, a cultural event where fandom, citizens, and tourists came together. A city festival incorporating the artists’ narratives and music took place at major landmarks such as the London Eye, the River Thames, and the British Museum. Meanwhile, on the 20th (Korean time), BTS will be co-headliners of the halftime show at the final of the ’2026 FIFA North and Central America World CupTM’ held at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States. They are scheduled to share the stage with Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, adding significance as the first-ever halftime performance in World Cup final history.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 JTBC’s ″Tokpawon 25 Hours″ will feature various virtual travels and noodle cooking competitions set in New York, USA; Guadalajara, Mexico; Japan; and China in the broadcast on the 20th. Singer Lee Chan-won and Chef Jung Ho-young will appear on the show. The New York segment includes a scene searching for Marilyn Monroe’s iconic moments, and Lee Chan-won mentioned, ″If you look closely, she was actually a very smart person.″ After a video of eating New York strip steak was shown, Lee Chan-won asked Chef Jung Ho-young, ″Chef, can you tell the cut just by looking?″ to which Chef Jung replied, ″No, it just looks delicious.″ Additionally, a noodle competition featuring Tokyo’s tantanmen and Chinese crab meat noodles, a noodle dough performance, and the hidden secrets of a unique soba restaurant in Japan will be introduced. In the Guadalajara, Mexico tour, a scene was revealed where Tokpawon Kim Beom-soo appears as a staff member in front of Yang Se-chan and Jun Hyun-moo. Lee Chan-won showed a surprised reaction, saying ″Oh?″ when the three met. The broadcast will air at 8:50 PM on the 20th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jungkook performed the traditional folk song ″Arirang″ in a gugak style at the Stade de France concert in Paris, France. Following the Munich concert in Germany, Jungkook sang the ″Arirang~ crossing over the hill~″ section with vocal breaks on the Paris stage as well. This scene was shared as a video on an online community, receiving various reactions such as ″He even masters folk songs,″ ″The vocal breaks are artistic,″ and ″Jungkook doesn’t limit himself to genres, he sings so well.″ BTS returned to Stade de France in Paris after seven years, attracting 180,000 spectators over two days. It was reported that 92,000 people gathered per concert, setting a new record for the largest audience in a single show. The venue was filled with fans singing along in Korean. On the first day of the concert, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife attended, waving the official light stick ″ARMY Bomb″ while watching the performance. President Macron posted a video he personally recorded along with a congratulatory message on social media after the concert. Jungkook showed tears while singing the final song of the concert, and in his closing remarks, he said, ″This is the last one. Honestly, before falling asleep last night, thinking that it was the last night in Paris made my heart ache. From the start of the European tour to Paris, I was so, so happy, so I think I really don’t want to leave. I will miss you all so much. So I will come back as soon as possible.″ He then expressed to the local fans in French, ″I love you! (Je vous aime!)″ After finishing the European tour, BTS moved to the United States. Jungkook became the first K-pop idol to perform on the World Cup stage twice, appearing at the 2022 Qatar World Cup opening ceremony and the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA North America World Cup final. BTS members participated as co-headliners alongside Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWS proved their ticket power by selling out all concert tickets in two cities in the Greater China region. According to Pledis Entertainment, fan club pre-sales and general sales for the ’2026 TWS TOUR ’24/7:FOR:YOU’’ Kaohsiung concert held on the 18th and 19th were completely sold out. This concert will take place at Kaohsiung Arena on October 24. Previously, the Macau concert also sold out immediately upon ticket release. The concert held in Seoul last June was also successfully held, attracting about 18,000 attendees over two days. TWS began their first full-scale Asia tour starting with the Seoul concert. This tour will be held 15 times across 8 cities. Starting with Fukuoka from August 28 to 30, followed by Hyogo from September 4 to 6, Kanagawa from September 12 to 13, Macau from September 19 to 20, Bangkok on September 26, Singapore on October 10, and Kaohsiung on October 24. TWS will meet their global fandom 42 (Sai) in each city. Meanwhile, TWS will release their second Japanese single, ’SODA SODA,’ on August 4. The title track of the same name is a song that sings about the shining moments of youth, with Kyungmin, Youngjae, and Jihoon credited as composers. Along with this, large-scale promotions to commemorate the new release will also be held in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ATEEZ successfully concluded the 2026 fan meeting ″ATINY’S VOYAGE: TINY MYSTERY,″ held in Seoul from July 17 to 19. This fan meeting was conducted with the concept of creating mysterious episodes that cannot be explained by logic together with the official fandom, ATINY. The performance began with an opening act full of mysterious atmosphere, and ATEEZ performed various songs such as ″Ghost,″ ″Wake Up,″ ″NASA,″ ″INCEPTION,″ and ″Answer.″ The setlist also included title tracks and album songs like ″BAD,″ ″WAVE,″ ″WORK,″ and ″Adrenaline.″ The members also presented unit stages. San and Wooyoung reinterpreted TVXQ’s ″MIROTIC,″ Seonghwa and Mingi performed Trouble Maker’s ″Trouble Maker,″ Yunho and Jongho covered The Jadu’s ″We Need to Talk,″ and Hongjoong and Yeosang reinterpreted KARA’s ″Pretty Girl″ in their own styles. Additionally, for the cover stage of CUTIE STREET’s ″Can’t I Just Be Cute?″ the members appeared wearing outfits in different colors. Various segments for communication with fans were also prepared. Games and talk corners followed, including ″Let’s Gho-steez,″ a relay mission completed within a time limit, and ″Mystery Marble,″ where two teams drew random cards to carry out missions. After the performance, ATEEZ expressed gratitude to the fans, saying, ″I really thought a lot about which stage you would like, and I felt proud to receive such loud cheers and applause. I hope today’s memories will remain as a source of strength for living forward.″ Meanwhile, after the Seoul performance, ATEEZ plans to continue the fan meeting for three days from August 4 to 6 at K-Arena Yokohama in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X Kihyun concluded the promotions for the title track ″So Good″ from his second mini-album ″Borderline″ on SBS’s ″Inkigayo″ on the 19th. During this promotion, Kihyun showcased a stage that combined band sound, vocals, and fans’ support, demonstrating live singing and stage presence on music shows. The ″So Good″ vocal challenge featured various senior and junior artists including Monsta X Shownu, FTISLAND’s Lee Hong-gi, Kibbit Up’s Taehwan, Kim Sooyoung, SF9’s Inseong, ATEEZ Jongho, Yebit, STAYC Yoon, Soran’s Go Young-bae, Apink’s Jung Eun-ji, AMP’s Ha Yujun, IDIT’s Choo Yuchan, Sunwoo Jung-a, CRAVITY’s Woobin, BTOB’s Seo Eunkwang, Teen Top’s Niel, K.Will, Dragon Pony’s Ahn Taekyu, WJSN’s Yoo Yeon-jung, ZEROBASEONE Kim Taerae, Daybreak’s Lee Won-seok, and more. Through his agency Starship Entertainment, Kihyun expressed, ″This promotion was a stage created together with Monbebe. I felt grateful and overwhelmed by the support and sincerity. The reason I can make music and stand on stage is thanks to all of you who wait for me,″ adding, ″I will continue to repay that feeling on stage.″ ″Borderline″ is Kihyun’s new album released after about 3 years and 9 months, carrying a message of trusting one’s own choices rather than worrying while standing on the boundary. The title track ″So Good″ depicts the determination to believe in oneself despite others’ gazes, characterized by escalating guitar riffs and Kihyun’s high notes. Meanwhile, Kihyun is currently conducting the ″2026 Monsta X World Tour [The X: Nexus]″ and plans to continue various activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong and Young Tak publicly revealed that they are soccer fans. On the morning of the 20th, Lim Young Woong posted a photo on his SNS holding a ’FIFA WORLD CUP 2026’ access card. Earlier, starting from the 18th, he shared images of traveling in New York, USA with acquaintances, showing his anticipation for the World Cup final. Young Tak also showed interest in the final match. In the early morning of the 20th, Young Tak posted a photo watching the final while leaning on a sofa wearing an Argentina jersey signed by several players. In the final held at the New York-New Jersey stadium in the United States at 4 a.m. (Korean time) on the same day, Argentina lost to Spain 0-1. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, played the match but was overwhelmed by Spain’s strong physicality and precise passing, relinquishing the title of ’world’s best in soccer’ after four years. Four years earlier, in the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Argentina had won the championship. Lim Young Woong and Young Tak gained popularity by winning first place and second place respectively on TV Chosun’s ’Tomorrow is Mr. Trot,’ and have continued their friendship by celebrating each other’s birthdays and more.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Kwon Eunbi is attracting attention by revealing a relaxed and bright daily life in the city. Recently, Kwon Eunbi posted photos on her SNS showing her wearing a white short-sleeve T-shirt and jeans, holding a beverage can in one hand. With her short orange hair style standing out, Kwon Eunbi communicated with fans through natural expressions, either looking straight ahead or smiling brightly against the backdrop of city streets. In particular, the MUJI store and various billboards in the background added to the lively urban atmosphere. Along with the photos, Kwon Eunbi wrote, ″I see it, I take it, this is happiness,″ sharing the small joys of everyday life. This post was made in collaboration with a specific beverage brand, showcasing a trendy sensibility and comfortable charm that drew fans’ interest. Recently, Kwon Eunbi has been active in various fields, standing out not only in music activities but also in advertising, appearing as the main figure in large outdoor advertisements. Fans express their expectations that Kwon Eunbi will continue to thrive in various areas with her unique style and bright energy.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong has set a record by surpassing 14.2 billion official cumulative streams on Melon. According to Melon, as of 9 a.m. on July 18, Lim Young Woong recorded 14.2 billion cumulative streams. This means that 100 million streams were added in 20 days since surpassing 14.1 billion on June 28, averaging about 5 million streams per day over approximately three weeks. Lim Young Woong continues to steadily increase their record even after being named to the ’Diamond Club,’ which is awarded to artists with over 10 billion cumulative streams on Melon. They maintain the top spot for the highest cumulative streams among all artists in Melon’s history and stand at the top as a solo artist in a music market dominated by major K-pop groups. Lim Young Woong’s music is loved over a long period, with not only new releases but also previously released songs consistently played. The cohesion of the fan club ’Youngwoongsi Dae’ and listeners across various age groups support this record. Broadcast and performance activities are ongoing as well. Lim Young Woong is currently appearing on SBS variety show ’Mountain Village Bachelor Youngwoong,’ revealing daily life off stage, and plans to hold the stadium concert ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ at Goyang Sports Complex in September.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TVXQ’s Yunho held his first solo concert, ’U-KNOW PROJECT 26 : SCENE#1,’ at the Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in Seoul from July 17 to 19, meeting an audience of about 10,000 people. This concert was the first chapter of a project that realizes Yunho’s unique worldview, combining music and performance, storytelling that depicts his growth from childhood to the present, and direction reminiscent of musicals. Various stages such as ’Time Machine,’ ’Follow,’ ’Set In Stone,’ ’Need You Right Now,’ ’Tarantino,’ ’Thank U,’ ’Body Language,’ and ’Stretch’ were presented during the performance, and the ’Vuja De’ stage featured a large curtain and wire jump performance. In particular, the concept of ’Young Yunho’ appearing to connect the past and present drew attention. Yunho personally led the overall process, including the planning stage and casting of ’Young Yunho,’ and performed wearing the same outfit as ’Young Yunho’ on the ’DROP’ and ’Spotlight’ stages. Additionally, the VCR featuring a storyline where the stage is cleared guided by artificial intelligence (AI) was produced with the participation of Super Junior Shindong. Yunho actively gave his opinions on the connection between the VCR and the worldview of the new single ’Time’s Tickin’’ music video, as well as on the video editing process. The concert featured the first live performances of the new songs ’Time’s Tickin’’ and ’An Ordinary Story,’ and during the encore, Yunho sang ’26 Take-off,’ interacting closely with fans. Yunho expressed his gratitude to fans, saying, ″This performance was made with the strength of many people. Thank you for being here, and it feels warm to see fans up close after a long time.″ He added, ″This album is like a new game and stage for me. I hope you all enjoy it together.″ Meanwhile, Yunho’s new single ’Time’s Tickin’’ will be released at 6 p.m. on the 20th. The album includes the title track of the same name and ’An Ordinary Story.’ Performances will continue in major Asian cities starting in Macau on the 8th of next month. Meanwhile, SHINee’s Key showed support by posting a photo with Yunho on his social media on July 19. Key attended the concert in person that day. After leaving a variety show in December last year, Key made his comeback in June with SHINee’s sixth mini-album ’Atmos.’]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tvN Monday-Tuesday drama ’Tomorrow’s Employment!’ released various stills on July 20th depicting the changing relationship between Kang Si-woo (played by Seo In-guk) and Cha Ji-yoon (played by Park Ji-hyun). The stills captured Ji-yoon walking ahead alone while Si-woo silently follows behind. Although they are together, they are unable to walk side by side as before, revealing that the distance between them is not easily closed. Additionally, there is a scene where Ji-yoon returns home and carefully places a doll given by Si-woo next to a baseball, gazing at it for a long time, and another where she receives a text from Si-woo but struggles to reply. In the previous episode, their attempt to be considerate of each other led to misunderstandings, causing a rift in Si-woo and Ji-yoon’s relationship. Ji-yoon expressed her feelings by saying, ″Why do I have to bear the burden of your past?″ Si-woo apologized, but ultimately, they turned their backs on each other. In the preview for episode 9, when Ji-yoon asks, ″Have you found the answer?″ Si-woo responds, ″I can’t change the past, but can’t I change the present?″ as he approaches her again. The released stills show Ji-yoon visiting Si-woo’s house, where the two silently embrace each other. Episode 9 of ’Tomorrow’s Employment!’ will air on the 20th at 8:50 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Netflix original series ″Donggung″ has attracted attention by ranking first in the domestic series category since its release on the 17th. The story follows Gucheon (Nam Joo-hyuk), who has the ability to traverse the world of ghosts, and Saenggang (No Yoon-seo), an inspection court lady with secrets, as they uncover the truth behind the curse that haunts Donggung. Jo Seung-woo appears as the king who confronts the abyssal ghosts, and Kwak Dong-yeon, Jang Young-nam, Tae In-ho, Hwang Young-hee, Hong Seo-jun, and Lee Hong-nae also star, enhancing the work’s completeness. No Yoon-seo plays Saenggang, the inspection court lady who can hear the voices of ghosts, leading the story as she pursues the curse of Donggung and the secrets of the royal family. Initially, Saenggang clashes with Gucheon at every turn but gradually they come to understand and rely on each other, showing relentless determination toward the truth of the pond ghost. She delivers intense performances in action scenes using bow and sword, as well as in scenes with blood makeup. In the latter part of the drama, she creates tension in a confrontation scene with the king. No Yoon-seo shared behind-the-scenes photos from the set on her SNS with the caption ″Saenggang.″ In the photos, she is seen waiting on set in various hanbok outfits, staring at the camera with blood makeup, and showing playful gestures, revealing a charming contrast. ″Donggung″ draws viewers’ interest with its distinctly Korean-themed world and mysterious development. Nam Joo-hyuk takes on the role of Gucheon as his first project after military discharge, and No Yoon-seo challenges herself with her first historical drama through this work. Some viewers expressed disappointment with the actors’ performances and the quality of the CG. ″Donggung″ is available to watch on Netflix.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Girls’ Generation’s Kwon Yuri revealed her daily life in Jeju through SNS. On the 19th, Kwon Yuri posted several photos on her SNS with the caption ″Duri’s mother.″ In the photos, Kwon Yuri is seen sitting barefoot on the basalt rocks by the Jeju seaside, smiling while holding her dog Duri in her arms. She also shared a natural Jeju lifestyle wearing comfortable clothes such as a short-sleeved T-shirt, shorts, and a hat. She also revealed a scene where her dog Donggri approaches Duri and the moment when the two dogs greet each other for the first time. In the photo with the phrase ″Meeting of Donggri and Dui,″ Kwon Yuri smiled while holding Duri in her arms. As another aspect of her life in Jeju, Kwon Yuri showed animal welfare eggs with shell number 1 produced in the Aewol area. She introduced them as ″Trip Farms made by Aewol dads,″ adding the phrases ″a free membership receiving shell number 1 eggs at home every month for 3 years,″ ″Trip Farms eggs from a free-range environment, not narrow cages,″ and ″supporting animal welfare farms.″ Kwon Yuri’s life in Jeju was also revealed recently through the MBC variety show ’I Live Alone.’ On the show, Kwon Yuri said, ″I’m nervous because this is the first time among Girls’ Generation members to reveal my daily life,″ and explained the reason she started living in Jeju: ″When I was actively promoting, the glamorous lights and endless schedules gave me happiness and popularity, but my personal life felt empty.″ She continued, ″In Jeju, I focus more on living. I live in harmony with nature more than it appears, with the mindset of ’Kwon Yuri, you can do it. Just try.’″ When Kian84 asked about the age of her Jeju house on the show, Kwon Yuri responded to the question, ″Isn’t it about 9 million won?″ by saying, ″It’s much less, but similar. Much, much less.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SHINee member Key revealed his visit to support Yunho’s first solo concert. On the 19th, Key posted several photos on his personal SNS account without any explanation. The released photos showed Key posing at the concert venue with Yunho, a member of TVXQ and a senior from the same agency. The two made an ’L’ shape with their hands and smiled warmly. Key showcased a sky-blue hat and a hip styling. There were also moments that showed their friendly senior-junior relationship. Key shared an update after a month through an SNS post. Previously, after the controversy surrounding Park Narae’s ″Jusaimo″ during their joint appearance on MBC’s ″I Live Alone″ last December, he withdrew from programs such as tvN’s ″Amazing Saturday″ and took a break. Since then, he resumed activities in May with the SHINee concert and has been communicating with fans.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jennie posted a photo with a man on her personal SNS on the 18th without any explanation. In the photo, Jennie leaned affectionately on the man’s shoulder, and the man’s face was covered with a heart. This post sparked curiosity about the meaning of the photo. Interest grew over whether the photo was related to a new album or had another intention. Jennie publicly dated EXO member Kai in 2019 but broke up after one month. Since then, she has also been involved in dating rumors with singer G-Dragon and BTS member V.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Ailee addressed rumors about her pregnancy. Ailee and her husband Choi Si-hoon shared footage of their vacation to Miyakojima, Japan, on their YouTube channel ″Illine Marriage Diary.″ The video showed the couple continuing their trip despite the rainy weather, including a mishap where they mistakenly entered the wrong restaurant. It was revealed that Choi Si-hoon confused the restaurant entrance and went into a different place. In the video, Ailee mentioned that after attempting in vitro fertilization, she gained 2 to 3 kilograms by eating various foods for her health. Regarding this, Choi Si-hoon said, ″It’s okay to gain a little weight,″ addressing the pregnancy rumors sparked by Ailee’s recent weight gain. He expressed discomfort, saying, ″I’m not the one involved, but I got upset.″ Choi Si-hoon said, ″We’ve been through so much frustration during the IVF process. Although it will be tough, we started sharing everything on YouTube to document these moments, cherish the memories for a long time, and be thankful if good things happen.″ Ailee confessed, ″While doing IVF, I was supposed to gain weight and get healthier, but it was so hard and stressful that I kept losing weight.″ Choi Si-hoon added, ″Since she is currently in the recovery process, she needs to eat well and regain her health. A reporter might have written the article without knowing the facts, but if they publish that she is pregnant...″ Ailee asked, ″Haven’t you received a lot of congratulatory messages?″ Choi Si-hoon replied, ″My friends keep congratulating me. Just yesterday, two people congratulated me. After a long time, a certain CEO came and said, ’Congratulations on Ailee’s pregnancy.’″ Ailee said, ″I’ve been eating a lot of delicious food and getting healthier. Since I’ve been taking care of myself, I did gain weight. That’s a fact.″ Choi Si-hoon added, ″If someone complains about her gaining weight, they’re going to have a ’yacharu’ with me. Right away, ’yacha.’″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Oksun and Youngsoo, contestants from the 30th season of ″I Am Solo,″ have promised to get married. After choosing each other as their final partners on the ENA and SBS Plus variety show ″I Am Solo,″ which aired last March, the two developed a real romantic relationship and have been affectionately called the ″Oksudong Couple.″ On the 18th, a video titled ″Oksudong Couple Stops Dating″ was released on Oksun and Youngsoo’s YouTube channel. In the video, the two traveled to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Youngsoo had prepared a watch as a gift for a proposal but faced difficulties at customs. Oksun waited without knowing the situation, and Youngsoo revealed that he was nervous about the plan being exposed. On the third day of the trip, Youngsoo gave Oksun a handwritten letter at a reserved restaurant. When Oksun showed emotion while reading the letter, Youngsoo presented the watch as a proposal gift. Oksun joked, ″Aren’t you supposed to give it while kneeling?″ Youngsoo replied, ″I really can’t do that. Absolutely not.″ Oksun looked surprised upon receiving the watch, and Youngsoo said, ″Why do you seem like you’re about to cry when you get the watch but not when you read the letter?″ Oksun, tearfully, said, ″Thank you,″ then asked, ″Are we really getting married? Did you just propose to me?″ Youngsoo answered, ″You have to marry me.″ Oksun happily responded, ″Of course.″ Afterward, Oksun read the letter Youngsoo wrote several times, showing her emotions, and Youngsoo said, ″Every trip was planned for my proposal,″ confirming that the proposal was successful.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Myung-soo revealed his experience with psychiatric counseling and emphasized the importance of mental health care. On the KBS CoolFM show ″Park Myung-soo’s Radio Show″ aired on the 20th, psychiatrist Lee Kyung-joon appeared as a guest on the ″Legendary Master″ segment. On that day, Park Myung-soo mentioned the recent increase in counseling using AI and shared that he himself had asked AI questions regarding legal or tax issues. Park Myung-soo said, ″Besides that, I heard there are many people who consult AI a lot about their worries.″ Specialist Lee Kyung-joon responded about AI counseling, ″There are many people these days,″ and explained, ″At first, I was very concerned when it first came out. After it was introduced, people came to the hospital with results from AI counseling. I thought it might take away jobs, but as time passed and it progressed, I realized it can be used as an aid, and the actual treatment needs to be done in person.″ Park Myung-soo also revealed that he had experience receiving counseling at a psychiatric clinic. He said, ″Sometimes when I feel depressed or can’t sleep, I go to the hospital for counseling. I was anxious at first. I wondered, ’Will they see me as strange if I go in?’ so I opened the door wide and went in, and there were about 15 people lined up,″ adding, ″I thought, ’Are there this many people?’ It was the first time I saw so many people at a psychiatric clinic. They were lined up in a row. It’s not something to hide.″ He continued, ″I think it’s better to think of it as catching a cold in your head or brain,″ urging people to let go of prejudices about visiting psychiatric clinics.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS V revealed photos he took himself at the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final. On the 20th, V posted a selfie with the World Cup final stadium in the background on his SNS, along with the caption ″Still Red Devils.″ In the photo, V was wearing a red headscarf and looking at the camera, and the red headscarf reminded viewers of the official cheering squad of the South Korean national soccer team, the ″Red Devils.″ This photo, taken with the stadium full of spectators, conveyed the excitement of the final match venue. Earlier, on the 19th (local time), BTS appeared as a co-headliner in the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA. This final was the first in the 96-year history of the FIFA World Cup to feature a halftime show, and BTS performed alongside Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and others. The phrase ″Still Red Devils″ revealed by V expressed his affection for Korean soccer even on the World Cup final stage.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 YouTuber Kim Ji-young announced that she gave birth to a daughter. On the 20th, Kim Ji-young shared a photo of her daughter on her SNS, saying, ″Her curly hair is so cute,″ and added, ″I gave birth to Pobi this morning. It’s truly thanks to everyone’s support. Now, I’m off to become a doting mom.″ Before giving birth, Kim Ji-young posted, ″What timing. I was hospitalized almost immediately after uploading the video. I’ll do my best to welcome the guest I’ve waited for ten months,″ along with photos of her in the hospital and her husband Yoon Soo-young by her side. On the 19th, she uploaded a video titled ″The Last Record Before Becoming a Mom″ on her YouTube channel, showing her full-term pregnancy. In the video, Kim Ji-young said, ″I diligently applied stretch mark cream, but I still got a lot of stretch marks. Maybe because it’s the last month, I feel like the baby has dropped a bit.″ She also said, ″I’ve decided to take a short break after this video. Since I started my YouTube channel, I’ve greeted viewers once a week, and even though I’m only taking about a two-month break, it feels awkward to rest.″ She continued, ″I plan to spend time adapting with Pobi (the baby’s nickname) for two months. It’s a moment you don’t often experience in life. How many times will this happen in a lifetime? Because it’s such a precious time, I want to fully connect and focus on Pobi.″ Kim Ji-young became known after appearing on Channel A’s dating reality show Heart Signal 4 in 2023, and she married Yoon Soo-young, the head of a book club community, in February.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jung Ho-yeon attracted attention by attending the official event of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final. On the 20th, BH Entertainment released several photos on their official SNS showing Jung Ho-yeon at the final venue. In the photos, Jung Ho-yeon wore a pink halter-neck dress and smiled brightly with the stadium in the background. Her unique proportions and elegant posture stood out. As a Louis Vuitton global ambassador, Jung Ho-yeon attended the official trophy unveiling event held before the final. She carried the official trunk case onto the field and performed a ceremony unveiling the championship trophy. This is the first time a Korean actor has participated in an official event of the World Cup final. Meanwhile, Jung Ho-yeon is also meeting audiences in theaters through director Na Hong-jin’s new film, Hope.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Lee Da-hae appeared as a special MC on SBS’s ″My Ugly Duckling″ and announced that she is 18 weeks pregnant. Lee Da-hae chose the baby’s nickname as Heaven and revealed that she is expecting a daughter. She said that she and her husband had agreed to name their daughter Ellie, but they have not decided on the name yet. Shin Dong-yup mentioned that Lee Da-hae’s Shanghai home, which she personally decorated, had become a hot topic. The broadcast revealed the interior of the Shanghai house, decorated in white tones and wood materials. It showcased a spacious area combined with stylish furniture. Lee Da-hae explained that she is preparing for childbirth in both her homes in Korea and China. She was surprised by the amount of baby products but noted that all of them are necessary as she prepares. Han Hye-jin’s mother said that the best time is when the baby is still in the womb, and Lee Da-hae joked that she heard it becomes harder after the baby is born. Shin Dong-yup also agreed that the preparation period for childbirth is a happy time. In May, Lee Da-hae shared her pregnancy news on her SNS and received many congratulations. She married singer Seven in 2023 and revealed her newlywed life the same year through SBS’s ″Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny.″ Currently, Lee Da-hae is active mainly in China and also serves as an advisor for the Shanghai-based content company ″Sesang.″ ″My Ugly Duckling″ airs every Sunday at 9 PM on SBS.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Hwang Garam is gaining attention on the YouTube Music chart with the remake song ″Friend.″ ″Friend,″ released by Hwang Garam on the 9th, ranked 29th on the Korea Weekly Popular Songs chart on YouTube Music (for July 10–16). As of the 19th, it also appeared at 10th on the Rising Popular Music chart and reached as high as 7th on the Daily Popular Music Video chart, receiving enthusiastic responses from listeners. ″Friend″ is originally the song ″朋友 (Pengyou)″ by Taiwanese singer Zhou Huajian, and in 2003, Ahn Jae-wook released a Korean version titled ″Friendship Song,″ with lyrics by Shim Hyun-bo. Hwang Garam reinterpreted ″Friend″ with his unique voice, delivering a touching performance. In the released music video, Hwang Garam sings about the preciousness of friendship with delicate emotional expression and a compelling tone. The lyrics, ″When the world breaks me down, I pour a drink. Soon, our days will come,″ evoke memories of friends. Kim Kyo-sik, CEO of production company HNS HQ, said, ″It is meaningful that the sincerity to convey the original song’s emotion with today’s sensibility has reached many people,″ and promised to continue presenting high-quality music and content. Hwang Garam previously received love on various music and karaoke charts with ″I Am a Firefly,″ and released this year’s new song ″Loved, Loved, Loved.″ Recently, he has been communicating with fans by performing on various festival stages. Hwang Garam’s ″Friend″ is available on various online music platforms.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The rock band NELL will hold a solo concert titled ″NELL’S SEASON 2026 ’ONLY ONE’″ at YES24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, from August 28 to 30. This performance is the second solo concert of the year following the concert commemorating the release of their full-length album ″X″ in May. Celebrating their 23rd year since debut, NELL is preparing a live stage worthy of the title ″ONLY ONE.″ NELL stated, ″Even if we play the same song hundreds of times, there is a sound that can only be completed with today’s fingertips, breath, and the faces gathered today,″ adding, ″That is why the stage is always only once, and we stand on stage to capture those unique moments that will never come back.″ They continued, ″The meeting of those unique things creates a once-in-a-lifetime night, and we call the name of that one and only night ’Only One.’″ In this concert, NELL plans to offer the audience a special experience through the true value of the band’s live performance and overwhelming sound rather than flashy production. Meanwhile, ticket reservations for the ″NELL’S SEASON 2026 [ONLY ONE]″ concert will be available from 8 PM on the 20th through YES24 Tickets and KREAM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV variety show ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ aired the first story of the ’2026 Summer Workshop’ held on the 19th in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. In this episode, the members competed for the right to use a half-day off, achieving a nationwide Nielsen Korea viewership rating of 6.4%, ranking first in the same time slot. The scene where the DinDin & Lee Jun team won the final mission recorded a peak rating of 8.9% per minute. At the beginning of the broadcast, the production team divided the members into mentors and mentees based on their fixed joining dates. Kim Jong-min & Lee Yong-jin, Moon Se-yoon & Lee Ki-taek, and DinDin & Lee Jun each formed a team. DinDin played the mentor role by telling Lee Jun, ″Why are you laughing? Don’t laugh. This is not a place to laugh,″ and told Lee Ki-taek, ″Taking a half-day off just two months after joining is not right.″ This workshop introduced the ’half-day off usage right’ for the first time, which allowed members to skip all schedules on the second day, attracting their interest. The right was given to the winning team through a lottery using balls distributed differently based on mission results. Also, the production team gave encouragement money to the members, but it was frozen in ice, and the members tried various ways to melt the ice. Lee Jun showed enthusiasm by taking off his top and putting the ice under his armpits in a sleeveless outfit. As a result of the mission, the Se-yoon & Ki-taek team earned 12,000 won, the DinDin & Lee Jun team earned 2,000 won, and the Jong-min & Yong-jin team did not earn any encouragement money. In the ’Luck Marathon’ held at Sinjeongho Garden, Lee Yong-jin and Lee Jun took first and second place respectively. Lee Ki-taek sprinted wearing flippers and crossed the finish line in third place at the last moment. Then, in the ’All the World’s Composite Quiz’ mission held at Asan Gangdanggol Valley, the DinDin & Lee Jun team ranked first, the Jong-min & Yong-jin team second, and the Se-yoon & Ki-taek team third. The first-place team received a table of baeksuk (chicken soup), the second-place team got one small plate, and the third-place team ate baeksuk in a small bowl. The members moved to Oeam Folk Village to take on the final mission, ’Tube Popping.’ The DinDin & Lee Jun team won first place and gained 5 additional lottery balls. In the end, the Se-yoon & Ki-taek team secured 8 balls, the Jong-min & Yong-jin team 11 balls, and the DinDin & Lee Jun team 15 balls. ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ airs every Sunday at 6:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Keyveatz, the first girl crew under AOMG, successfully completed their music show promotions with their debut song ″OXY.″ Keyveatz (Yui, Kang Yesul, Eom Jiwon, Son Juwon, Kim Yuna) wrapped up their music show activities for the title track ″OXY″ from their first EP ″OXY_GEN″ on MBC’s ″Show! Music Core″ aired on the 18th. Over approximately three weeks, they showcased their unique hip-hop style and polished skills on various music show stages. All five members proved their solid capabilities through live performances using handheld microphones. ″OXY_GEN″ is an album featuring a distinctive music style based on subculture and underground culture, with the title track ″OXY″ expressing Keyveatz’s boldness and energy. Keyveatz revealed their unique color as a team through powerful performances, relaxed stage manners, and trendy styling. Additionally, they communicated with global fans by revealing honest moments preparing the album and stages through their own content ″ARCHIVE.″ Alongside their music activities, Keyveatz achieved remarkable results on global charts. As of the 19th, the title track ″OXY″ surpassed 1 million streams on Spotify, and the pre-release track ″Key Beats″ also exceeded 1 million streams. The album’s total cumulative streams reached 2.8 million. ″OXY″ entered the iTunes Taiwan Top Songs chart, the hip-hop/rap top songs charts in Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, Germany, and Taiwan, as well as the Apple Music hip-hop/rap top songs charts in Laos and Uruguay. The EP ″OXY_GEN″ ranked on the Apple Music hip-hop/rap top albums charts in 20 regions including Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Chile, and New Zealand. It also secured top positions on iTunes hip-hop/rap top albums charts, ranking number one in the Netherlands and Australia, number two in the UK and Denmark, and within the top 10 in Turkey, Canada, and Japan across nine regions. Based on their achievements on global indicators during their debut promotions, Keyveatz plans to continue engaging with fans in various ways going forward.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Ye-jun’s new song ″Night Without an Umbrella″ ranked 35th on the Korea YouTube Music Weekly Popular Songs Chart (July 10–16). Since its release on the 12th, ″Night Without an Umbrella″ has received positive reviews from listeners, reaching 2nd place on Korea YouTube Music’s Rising Popular Music Chart and 5th place on the Daily Popular Music Video Chart. It has consistently maintained its position on these charts and also appeared on the Weekly Popular Songs Chart. This song, released by Lee Ye-jun to coincide with this summer’s rainy season, carries a message of comfort and hope, envisioning a tomorrow that will bring smiles after a rainy night. It features Lee Ye-jun’s unique sensibility and deep vocals harmonizing with a calm melody. Kim Gyo-sik, CEO of HNS HQ, stated, ″We hope Lee Ye-jun’s rainy season song ’Night Without an Umbrella’ will establish itself as a representative summer seasonal song. We will continue to do our best to deliver good music with Lee Ye-jun.″ Meanwhile, Lee Ye-jun is continuing his activities encompassing music and performances in celebration of his 12th debut anniversary.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBN’s ″Unknown Legend - The Hierarchy War of Trot Men″ Season 2 will once again be hosted by Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho. The production team stated that Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho have played an important role in understanding the hearts of unknown singers and drawing out the participants’ sincere stories. The two have been praised for going beyond simple hosting to genuinely convey the true feelings and behind-the-scenes moments of the unknown participants. Jang Min-ho showed empathy toward the participants based on long years of being unknown and experience in trot auditions, and Kim Dae-ho also has experience debuting through a national audition program. The production team expressed expectations that their sincere hosting will stand out even more in Season 2. Additionally, attention is focused on the activities of the ″Hoho Brothers,″ who have established themselves as trusted trot audition MCs, and the birth of the ″2nd Legend″ to follow ″1st Legend″ Seong-ri. Meanwhile, ″Unknown Legend″ is currently recruiting first-round participants from July 13 to August 28. Any male wishing to challenge trot can apply, and applications can be submitted through the MBN website or the QR code on the recruitment poster.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong revealed their admiration for Lionel Messi in New York, USA. On the 18th, Lim Young Woong posted photos on their SNS capturing moments from their trip to New York, showing themselves looking at a Messi mannequin wearing the Argentina national team uniform at a sports brand store in New York, and kneeling on the store floor to bow deeply. Then, on the 20th, Lim Young Woong shared a photo of a ticket to the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup final, revealing that they watched the final match held at the New Jersey Stadium in New York in person. In the final, Spain won the championship by defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time. The halftime show featured Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and BTS, and before the event, Jung Ho-yeon appeared carrying the trophy bag as the global ambassador of luxury brand L. Lim Young Woong continues to be active in their main career as well. As of 9 a.m. on the 18th, Lim Young Woong’s official Melon cumulative streaming count surpassed 14.2 billion. This marks an increase of 100 million streams in 20 days since reaching 14.1 billion on the 28th of last month. Additionally, Lim Young Woong is communicating with fans through the SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ and will hold the ″IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2″ concert for three days from September 4 to 6 at the main stadium of Goyang Sports Complex. The concert sold out all shows at lightning speed as soon as tickets opened. Furthermore, Lim Young Woong and their agency Molgogi Music donated 200 million won in the name of the fan club Hero Era to celebrate Lim Young Woong’s birthday on the 16th of last month. ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ features Cha Seung-won, Hyun Bong-sik, Kim Do-hoon, Heo Kyung-hwan, Kwak Beom, Jo Jjae-jj, Nucksal, Roy Kim, and others, and airs every Tuesday at 9 p.m.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seo Su-jin shared an update by revealing her enjoyment of health food to mark the beginning of the hottest period of summer. On the 15th, Seo Su-jin posted several photos on her account with the caption ″It’s the first heat of summer.″ The photos showed her sitting at a table set with baeksuk (chicken soup) and spicy stir-fried chicken dishes. Seo Su-jin pointed at the baeksuk with her hand while looking at the camera. There was also a beer glass on the table, creating a relaxed dining atmosphere. Seo Su-jin debuted in 2018 as a member of the girl group (G)I-DLE under Cube Entertainment, playing the role of main dancer and contributing significantly to the group’s unique vibe. However, in February 2021, allegations of school violence from her middle school days surfaced online, causing controversy. Seo Su-jin admitted to some past rebellious behavior and smoking. Accusations involving actress Seo Shin-ae, who was a classmate, also followed, leading to her departure from the group and a period of self-reflection. Seo Su-jin made her comeback to the music industry in 2023 as a solo singer.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The second story of the ″Battlegrounds Couple″ will be broadcast on the 20th at 9 PM on MBC’s ″Oh Eun-young Report - Again, Love After That.″ In this episode, the husband and two children visit the memorial hall for the first time after the wife, who was given a terminal diagnosis, passed away. About a month after the wife’s passing, the husband visits the memorial hall with their two children. The eldest child, who thought they were going to the hospital when told they were going to see their mother, says, ″Are we at the hospital?″ and ″Let’s go to the hospital quickly. This isn’t mom’s hospital,″ upon arriving at the unfamiliar place. The husband explains to the eldest child facing the photo of their mother behind the glass, ″Mom was very sick. She went to heaven so she wouldn’t be in pain anymore.″ The eldest child cries, asking, ″Why did mom go to heaven?″ and ″What will I do without mom? I miss mom.″ The process of the husband holding a delayed funeral 35 days after the wife’s passing is also shown. Due to the wife’s illness and financial difficulties, the couple held a funeral without a mourning hall. The husband said, ″It didn’t feel like I had truly said goodbye. I thought I had cried enough, but the sadness didn’t go away,″ revealing that not having a proper funeral remained a burden on his heart. On the wife’s 31st birthday, the husband wore mourning clothes and stood as the chief mourner. Receiving condolences from visitors, he shared, ″It was the first time many people looked at my face and held my hands. I realized that this is how people forget their sadness through others.″ While eating at the funeral, the husband choked up, saying, ″It’s shameless, but why does this taste so good?″ After the funeral, the husband promised in front of his wife’s portrait, ″I will eat well, raise the children well, and even see grandchildren, so wait for me there.″ He then gave his final farewell, saying, ″Thank you. And I was happy. Good night.″ The second story of the ″Battlegrounds Couple″ will air on the 20th at 9 PM on MBC’s ″Oh Eun-young Report - Again, Love After That.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS member Jin shared photos taken in Paris, France, on the 19th through his personal SNS. Jin posted several recent photos with the caption, ″Photos taken by Taehyung.″ The released photos show Jin striking various poses with the Eiffel Tower and the red-hued Paris sunset in the background. Even in the backlit shots where only his silhouette is visible, Jin’s playful gestures caught attention. Additionally, there are photos of Jin walking through the alleys of Paris and looking relaxed in a black jacket. BTS, which includes Jin and V, concluded their European tour by finishing the ’BTS WORLD TOUR ’ARIRANG’ IN PARIS’ concert at Stade de France in Paris, France, on the 18th (local time). Meanwhile, BTS will participate as co-headliners in the halftime show of the ’2026 FIFA North and Central America World CupTM’ final, held on the 20th (Korean time) at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Nexz (NEXZ) successfully concluded the global showcase event ″NEXZ GLOBAL SHOWCASE EVENT Mmchk: Not Typical,″ held in five cities. According to JYP Entertainment, Nexz held the event in a total of five cities, starting in Seoul on April 27, followed by Taipei on May 4, Hong Kong on June 6, Bangkok on July 4, and Singapore on July 12. This showcase was organized to repay the support of global fans for the single album ″Mmchk,″ released in April, as well as the sold-out special concert series ″< ONE BEAT >″ held earlier this year in Taipei and Hong Kong. In each city, Nexz communicated with fans through a diverse setlist comparable to a mini-concert, an introduction to the ″Mmchk″ album, talk segments, and choreography challenges. They showcased the vocals and stage charm of the seven members with past title tracks like ″Ride the Vibe″ and ″Mmchk,″ proving their reputation as the ″next-generation performance hotspot.″ Especially at the Bangkok and Singapore performances, they presented the title track ″Hellmate″ and the included song ″Hands up, Yo!″ from their third Japanese EP album released in June as encore stages, and the members communicated with fans in the local languages at each performance. After the Singapore performance, the members shared, ″Thanks to NEX2Y (fandom name: Nexty), we had a truly happy and enjoyable time. Fans came from various regions, and we felt united through our music. Meeting you through our performances and stage felt like a dream. We will work even harder as Nexz so we can meet again soon. Thank you.″ Nexz continues their activities on the worldwide stage, following the global showcase event and their Japan arena tour. In September, they are scheduled to perform at ″Rock in Rio″ in Brazil and at the new festival ″STRAYCITY″ held in Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and Mexico City.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong has surpassed 14.2 billion official cumulative streams on Melon. According to Melon, as of 9 a.m. on the 18th, Lim Young Woong’s cumulative streams reached 14.2 billion. This marks an increase of 100 million streams in about three weeks since surpassing 14.1 billion on the 28th of last month, averaging approximately 5 million streams per day. Lim Young Woong has continued to break records even after being inducted into the ’Diamond Club,’ which is awarded to artists with over 10 billion cumulative streams on Melon. Lim Young Woong currently holds the record for the highest cumulative streams among all artists in Melon’s history. Lim Young Woong’s tracks continue to accumulate streams not only immediately after new releases but also through consistent playback of previously released songs. Various songs have been loved over a long period without being concentrated on any specific track. The fandom ’Youngwoong Era’’s unity and Lim Young Woong’s broad public appeal are the driving forces behind their steady presence on major music charts. Broadcast and performance activities are also actively ongoing. Lim Young Woong is revealing daily life outside the stage through the variety show ’Mountain Village Bachelor Youngwoong’ and is scheduled to hold the stadium concert ’IM HERO-THE STADIUM 2’ at Goyang Sports Complex in September.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IU (Lee Ji-eun) donated hundreds of bowls of samgyetang to the Korea Single Mothers Families Association in celebration of the first heat of summer. The Korea Single Mothers Families Association announced on July 15 that they received samgyetang from IU. Single mother families who received the samgyetang expressed their gratitude, saying, ″Thank you for quietly practicing good influence,″ ″It’s not common for someone to care like this, so we appreciate the continuous interest and support,″ and ″Living a tight life, we even forgot about the first heat of summer, but thanks to this, we spent it heartily.″ Since 2020, IU has donated 50 million won annually to the Korea Single Mothers Families Association, and during the New Year and year-end, has also provided heating cost support and donated refrigerators and washing machines. Even after playing the role of a single mother in Hirokazu Kore-eda’s 2022 film ″Broker,″ IU has continued to show consistent interest in single mother families. Meanwhile, IU is scheduled to hold a concert at Goyang Sports Complex in Gyeonggi Province in September and release a full-length album.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee So-ra has released a new song, ″I Will Forget Your Face (summer breeze),″ for the first time in seven years. The song was released on various online music platforms on the 7th. It is her first new song since the single ″Request Song (Feat. SUGA of BTS)″ released in January 2019. The credits for this song include Jung Ji-chan as the executive producer, Jo Kyu-chan as the vocal director, and Jannabi Choi Jung-hoon and Kim Do-hyung as composers and arrangers. Lee So-ra and Jannabi have a senior-junior relationship in the music industry, and it is reported that Lee So-ra, who had been keeping an eye on Jannabi Choi Jung-hoon, requested the song from him, making this collaboration possible. Lee So-ra has usually sung about the loneliness of autumn and winter, but this new song captures the emotions of a breakup on a midsummer night. The lyrics include the phrase, ″The sun has already set, the night dyed with starlight, my fragile heart crumbles to you again today.″ The song blends Lee So-ra’s unique vocal tone with the freshness of summer, reflecting her recent experiences in the lyrics. Lee So-ra appeared on the YouTube channel ″Sung Si-kyung’s Will Sing″ and said, ″Receiving the song made my dormant emotions come alive again. To express the narrative of the song, I deeply immersed myself in solitude and loneliness.″ Lee So-ra debuted in 1993 as part of the vocal group Stranger, and after transitioning to a solo career in 1995, she released many songs including ″I’m Happy,″ ″Proposal,″ ″Blue Inside You,″ ″Please,″ ″Don’t Leave My Side,″ ″Remember Me,″ ″The Wind Blows,″ and ″Track 9.″ From 1996 to 2002, she was the MC of KBS’s ″Lee So-ra’s Proposal,″ and she also appeared in several seasons of JTBC’s ″Begin Again.″ Due to health reasons, Lee So-ra had hardly appeared in public for the past seven years, but she has returned to the stage with this new song. As Lee So-ra said, ″I think I was born to be a singer in this life,″ her musical activities are expected to continue.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Bada revealed photos with BTOB’s Lee Minhyuk on her social media. On the 17th, Bada posted several photos with the caption, ″Our passion. So kind and cool Minhyuk, Huta fighting.″ In the photos, Bada wore a crop top and denim hot pants, showing off her abs and leg lines, while Lee Minhyuk emphasized his arm muscles with a sleeveless top. The two showed a friendly atmosphere with various poses. Meanwhile, Bada was born in 1980 and will turn 46 this year.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Netflix series ″Donggung″ was released worldwide on the 17th. The story follows Gucheon (Nam Joo-hyuk), who has the ability to traverse the world of spirits, and Saenggang (No Yoon-seo), a palace maid with secrets, as they are summoned by the king (Jo Seung-woo) to uncover the curse that haunts Donggung. ″Donggung″ begins with the death of the crown prince (Kwak Dong-yeon) and centers around the curse of the pond spirit who vows to ″eliminate all of the king’s bloodline,″ depicting the conflict between the king and the queen dowager (Jang Young-nam). The king, who denies superstition, starts having nightmares, and when his last remaining son, Prince Yeongan, falls ill, he secretly summons Gucheon, who can cross into the spirit world and exorcise ghosts, to the palace. Saenggang is assigned to watch over Gucheon, and she is the king’s daughter, Ongju, who was expelled from the palace ten years ago for hearing the voices of spirits. Under the king’s orders, she enters the palace to monitor Gucheon while determined to avenge her mother’s death. Gucheon and Saenggang approach the dark secret hidden beneath the pond in Donggung, and the divided worlds of spirits and reality serve as a distinctive element of ″Donggung.″ The spirit world that Gucheon crosses is a space inhabited by vengeful spirits of the dead and evil energy accumulations called Gwimae, and there is a scene where Gucheon explains these spirits to Saenggang. The spirit world is depicted as a desolate space with a red aura, making it appear as a completely different dimension from reality. This space is also the stage for Gucheon’s fantasy action. The series impressively portrays costumes, sets, art, and music that evoke a Korean atmosphere. The mysterious palace and the dark, damp pond set the overall mood, while the scenes where Gucheon and Saenggang are together are expressed with warm tones and gentle colors, emphasizing the relationship between the two characters. The ″salvation narrative″ completed by Gucheon and Saenggang also draws attention. Initially driven by their own goals, the two gradually come to trust each other and develop a bond willing to sacrifice their lives. Saenggang boldly expresses her opinions even in front of the king and queen dowager and shows herself saving Gucheon from danger. The character Kkeomeoksal also plays an important role in the ″salvation narrative,″ enduring Gucheon’s harsh treatment while ultimately saving him. Jo Seung-woo and Jang Young-nam deliver powerful performances as the king and queen dowager, respectively. Jo Seung-woo intricately portrays the king’s complex inner world full of secrets, while Jang Young-nam stands out with a unique presence as the queen dowager. Kwak Dong-yeon, as the crown prince, also shows a heavy presence at the center of the mystery. The private confrontation scene between Jo Seung-woo and Kwak Dong-yeon in the latter half is particularly memorable. ″Donggung″ was produced as an eight-episode series.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Neurologist Minwook Jang candidly shared his experiences with divorce and his feelings about family on a broadcast. On the July 18 episode of MBN’s ’Sokpuri Show Dongchimi,’ Minwook Jang appeared as a guest and talked about his remarriage to actress Seongyeon Kang and anecdotes with his mother. Jang described his first meeting with Kang as ″my current mother-in-law. My mother had severe headaches,″ adding that Kang had also recently gone through the pain of divorce, and he had experienced the same. He added, ″My parents are elderly, and because they were unwell, I felt even more concerned.″ Regarding the happiness he feels raising two children, Minwook Jang said, ″These days, raising two children makes me incredibly happy. I can hardly believe such happiness can come again in my life.″ The broadcast also showed footage of Jimin Hong going on a family trip with her 95-year-old mother, who suffers from dementia. Hong’s mother was unable to remember her two daughters and her second daughter who had passed away earlier. Watching this scene, Minwook Jang shed tears and confessed that he had long been unable to tell his mother about his past divorce. He said, ″I once went through the pain of divorce. I couldn’t tell my mother. For quite a long time.″ He shared that even after the divorce, he traveled with his mother, but she did not know the reason and asked, ″Why did you come alone?″ Jang said, ″She said those times were good. I want to take such a trip again.″ Meanwhile, Minwook Jang announced his remarriage to actress Seongyeon Kang last March.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV’s ″2 Days & 1 Night Season 4″ will hold the ″2026 Summer Workshop″ on the 19th in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. On this day’s broadcast, the production team announced, ″KBS has prepared a bonus for you,″ and revealed that a special bonus will be given to the ″2 Days & 1 Night″ team. DinDin steps in as Lee Jun’s mentor, showing his role as a veteran member. The two gained attention last year on YouTube due to remarks DinDin made to Lee Jun, and they continue their cheerful chemistry on this trip. DinDin mentioned Lee Jun’s actions, saying, ″I was filming with Jun hyung yesterday, and suddenly he tied my shoelaces. Could that be a sign of respect for me?″ He also gave a candid evaluation of rookie entertainer Lee Gi-taek’s performance. The members showed surprised reactions when the unexpected bonus was revealed. ″2 Days & 1 Night Season 4″ will air on the 19th at 6:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group aespa member Winter shared an update showcasing her blonde hairstyle. Winter recently posted a photo on her official SNS wearing a white shirt layered with a gray t-shirt, paired with a black skirt. In an indoor space with a rocker in the background, Winter stared straight ahead, exuding a calm yet intense atmosphere with her lips closed. Her long blonde hair especially caught attention, drawing fans’ focus with a different style change from usual. Winter serves as the main vocalist and dancer of aespa, actively continuing her activities through the new song ″LEMONADE″ and various global fan meetings and promotional events. Recently, she also traveled abroad to attend the fan meeting ″MY-J presents aespa JAPAN FANMEETING 2026 ’MY CLASSMaeTE’″ held in Tokyo, Japan. Meanwhile, aespa is scheduled to meet local fans by participating in the large-scale Greater China awards ceremony ″2026 TIMA″ held next month at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium. Additionally, Winter was selected as an official ambassador for New Balance, demonstrating her unique brand influence through various photo shoots and advertisements.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Giselle recently shared her healing moments in Hawaii. Giselle posted a series of photos on her SNS with the brief caption ″healing in hawaii.″ In the revealed photos, Giselle is seen enjoying snacks at the beach in a black swimsuit, relaxing, as well as spending active time outdoors wearing a white long-sleeve T-shirt and a helmet. She also showed a variety of moods, from casual daily looks with comfortable clothes and a hat, to gazing directly at the camera in a dark street wearing a black top and shorts while holding a bag, and even chic photoshoot shots wearing black outfits with necklaces. This visit to Hawaii appears to be a precious time of rest for Giselle, who has been busy with her activities. Against the backdrop of a beach view with palm trees and hotel buildings, Giselle enjoyed a leisurely time in nature while communicating with her fans. Known for her urban and sophisticated image, Giselle revealed a more relaxed and approachable charm during this trip, capturing the attention of her fans. Meanwhile, Giselle has been actively sharing updates with fans through various appearances, including a recent overseas schedule visiting Tokyo, Japan, alongside her active music career. Her healing moments in Hawaii provided a glimpse into how she values her own time despite a busy schedule.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Winter challenged herself to cook and shared a simple daily life. Recently, Winter posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″Monjayaki! I came to break it!!″ In the photos, Winter is dressed comfortably in a white short-sleeve T-shirt paired with blue sleeves, holding cooking utensils in both hands with a serious yet bright expression. Her long blonde hair naturally flowing down gave off a friendly charm. Winter honestly shared her recent status, saying, ″I just woke up and didn’t realize my hair was all messy, was I the only one?″ She added, ″I made it. This is how you do it! 🤭 Professionals really are different!″ showing confidence in the monjayaki she made herself. Winter’s cooking scene offered fans a refreshing joy of everyday life. Having been actively carrying out overseas schedules recently, Winter continues to communicate steadily with fans by revealing her simple and kind daily life, different from her charismatic stage presence. Expectations are rising for what colorful sides Winter will show the public next.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT announced a new project along with a new song to celebrate their 10th anniversary since debut. Recently, through their official SNS accounts, they revealed a phrase saying ″EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO″ along with a photo of a member dressed in a white shirt and black pants raising both hands. Along with this, they posted the website address ″2026NCT.COM,″ raising anticipation for future activities. They also included tags such as ″#NCTJNJM,″ ″#DUALITY,″ ″#KAOHSIUNG,″ and ″#NCT_10TH_ANNIVERSARY,″ hinting at various content and special projects in preparation. In particular, the keywords ″DUALITY″ and ″KAOHSIUNG″ have led to speculation that they may be related to the theme or location of this activity. In the released photo, the member is dressed neatly and raising both hands high in an indoor space decorated with a pink door and a ceiling with pipes, showing passion for this activity. Since their debut in 2016, NCT has received much love for their unique worldview and diverse music. This 10th anniversary project is expected to be a stage that further enhances each member’s individuality and the team’s synergy, meeting fans with official announcements and content to come.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sua expressed her gratitude to fans after her performance on MBC’s ″Show! Music Core.″ On the 8th, Sua posted several photos with a bright smile on her SNS along with the message, ″Music Core is over! I loved you all today too, zzuk nae kkumkko.″ In the photos, Sua wore a casual outfit consisting of a white sleeveless top with butterfly patterns, jeans, and a hat, striking various poses in front of a solid pink background, showcasing a lively and charming appeal. Her warm message to fans and radiant expression were especially impressive, and she receives support from fans for giving her best in every performance. Earlier, Sua received positive responses for her unique fresh energy and stable vocal skills during recent music broadcasts. As she has announced active promotions ahead, attention is focused on her future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actress Yoona visited the musical ″Yumi’s Cells″ theater to deliver special support. On the 18th, Yoona posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″Becoming an audience cell 💙 #musical #YumisCells.″ In the photos, she is seen smiling while wearing a white shirt and jeans, creating an atmosphere as if she is enjoying the performance seated in the audience. Especially, the heart hand gesture made by Yoona conveyed warm support to fans and actors. This visit was reportedly made to support musical actress Tiffany. Yoona has attracted more attention as she has maintained a long friendship with Tiffany since their days as members of Girls’ Generation. In fact, other Girls’ Generation members such as Sooyoung and Sunny also attended the theater that day, showcasing their strong teamwork and friendship. Yoona blended into the atmosphere of the venue with a relaxed expression and calm demeanor, showing her immersion in the musical. Netizens who saw this responded enthusiastically, saying, ″The performance shines because Yoona supports it,″ ″Girls’ Generation’s friendship is always healing,″ and ″As expected, she takes great care of fans and juniors.″ Meanwhile, ″Yumi’s Cells″ is a popular musical based on the original webtoon, humorously depicting love, daily life, and emotions from the perspective of cells, continuously receiving love from audiences. Yoona’s visit has sparked positive attention among the musical community and fans, raising expectations for her future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yunho, a member of the group TVXQ, will release his first single, ″Time’s Tickin’,″ on July 20 at 6 PM. His agency, SM Entertainment, recently announced his comeback by releasing a teaser video for the new song’s music video on Yunho’s official SNS channels. In the released teaser video, Yunho attracts attention as he stares seriously ahead while wearing black clothes on a dark street. His short hair and calm atmosphere, combined with the clock-inspired title, heighten expectations for a mysterious and powerful musical transformation. The new single ″Time’s Tickin’″ is Yunho’s first solo single in a long time, drawing enthusiastic interest from fans. Pre-orders for the album have also begun, and through this album, Yunho plans to showcase a more mature and profound musical world. Meanwhile, Yunho recently appeared on MBC’s ″The Manager″ and communicated with fans by revealing his consistent exercise routine and passionate preparation process. Despite a busy schedule with concert preparations and new song activities, he leaves a deep impression with his sincere attitude. As a result, music fans are showing great interest in Yunho’s new single and future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Jung So-min shared lively updates about her daily life. Recently, Jung So-min posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″We played so hard... there was no day or night, right?″ In the photos, she is seen wearing a yellow and green striped sweater, holding a fruit salad in one hand, and spending a relaxing time in a space decorated with a pink wall and blue plants. She wore a ribbon hairband, creating a lovely atmosphere. There were also various scenes, including her smiling brightly against a natural rock background while wearing a white sleeveless top, and enjoying water play in the sunlit sea wearing a red swimsuit. Additionally, she was seen pulling a pink travel bag in an indoor space filled with tropical plants, and sitting leisurely outdoors wearing sunglasses, which also caught attention. Jung So-min, who has recently been showcasing various styles and moods, is receiving much support for her bright and healthy charm. Her habit of enjoying communication with fans and actively sharing small moments of her daily life reveals an even more approachable charm. Meanwhile, Jung So-min is currently spending busy days preparing for her next project and various activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Volleyball player Lee Da-young has attracted fans’ attention by sharing an update on her recent status. Recently, Lee Da-young posted several photos on her SNS with a brief caption saying, ″One month....🍉″. In the revealed photos, Lee Da-young is seen wearing a beige dress, smiling while looking at the mirror. Her styling, highlighted by long straight hair and earrings, catches the eye. The natural atmosphere stands out as she takes selfies with her smartphone against a background of indoor wooden flooring and lighting. In another photo, she is seen sitting at a table set for a meal, spending a relaxed time with a dark-colored wall and dining table in the background. Meanwhile, Lee Da-young officially signed with the American professional volleyball team PVF San Diego Mojo this year, making her debut on the local stage. It was also recently announced through news from the Greek professional volleyball team Panionios that she plans to continue her activities in the Greek league starting January 2025. In the domestic volleyball community, various reactions are emerging to Lee Da-young’s preparation to play overseas after it became practically difficult for her to participate following the school violence controversy.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Racing model Shin Se-ha revealed her recent visit to the famous tourist destination ″Pig Island″ in the Bahamas, USA. Recently, Shin Se-ha posted a photo on her Instagram showing a beach and clear seawater with the caption, ″Pig Island in the Bahamas? Oink oink 🐷,″ attracting attention. The photo featured clear seawater with a swimming turtle, creating an exotic atmosphere. Pig Island is known as a travel destination famous for its clean sea and lovable beach pigs. Shin Se-ha shared that she is enjoying a leisurely time experiencing a special encounter with nature and animals locally. Known for her outstanding bikini figure and charming smile, Shin Se-ha showed an even more vibrant appearance to her fans through this trip. Meanwhile, Shin Se-ha has been actively communicating on social media while enjoying vacations in places such as the USA and Hawaii. Sharing updates from various locations during the summer has become a channel for interaction with fans, receiving great responses. Her diverse daily life and activities are highly anticipated in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Kim Ji-min shared an update with her homemade braised short ribs. Recently, Kim Ji-min detailed the cooking process of the braised short ribs on her SNS, sharing her daily life. She said, ″While draining the blood, I cleaned and made the seasoning, then marinated the ribs in the sauce, went for a massage, and simmered it for an hour or two!″ showing her dedication to the cooking. She added, ″The bones came off smoothly! I plan to finish the meal tonight with the remaining broth.″ In particular, Kim Ji-min expressed confidence in her cooking by saying, ″Oppa says this is by far the most delicious! Should I start a braised short ribs business? lol,″ leaving a cheerful comment. The released photos showed a carefully prepared table with her homemade braised short ribs, rice, salad, kimchi, and soup, stimulating the appetite. The meat and vegetables simmered in the pot suggested a savory flavor. Meanwhile, Kim Ji-min has been actively sharing her daily life on SNS, including recently celebrating her first wedding anniversary with her husband Kim Jun-ho.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RESCENE has decided to actively respond to malicious posts and copyright infringements through their agency, The Muse Entertainment. On the 16th, The Muse Entertainment announced on their official website the launch of a reporting site to protect RESCENE’s rights. This site continuously accepts reports of malicious posts that damage RESCENE’s reputation and cases of copyright infringement. The agency stated that they plan to take swift and accurate action based on fans’ reports. The agency said, ″We ask for many reports to protect the rights of our artists in the future,″ and added, ″We will do our best to protect the rights of our artists.″ This measure was implemented in response to the recent spread of slander and malicious posts online regarding member Woni’s use of the Gyeongsang dialect in YouTube content. Additionally, as Minami’s shout of ″Geoje Yahoo!″ on her personal YouTube channel gained attention as a meme, online controversies continued amid RESCENE’s rising recognition. RESCENE’s 2024 release ″LOVE ATTACK″ made a comeback on the music charts, and on the 14th, their remake single ″Pretty Girl″ achieved their first music show win on SBS Life’s THE SHOW. ″LOVE ATTACK,″ released two years ago, also reached number one on Melon’s Top 100 chart on the 8th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In episode 5 of the KBS2 weekend miniseries ″The Completion of Marriage,″ Namgoong Min showcased high-level action scenes during a standoff with the police. The recently aired episode of ″The Completion of Marriage″ recorded a nationwide household rating of 7.2% according to Nielsen Korea, setting a new personal best. On Disney Plus, it ranked first for two consecutive weeks in the ″Top 10 Korean Series Today,″ and secured second place in the drama TV-OTT search response for the second week of July, as announced by Good Data Corporation. It continues to compete in weekend drama ratings alongside SBS’s ″Chief Kim″ and JTBC’s ″Apartment,″ with ″The Completion of Marriage″ at 7.2%, ″Chief Kim″ at 21.9%, and ″Apartment″ at 5.4%. In episode 5, Kang Tae-joo (played by Namgoong Min) was depicted fleeing through a construction site to evade police pursuit. Kang Tae-joo attempted to escape by running across massive sand dunes and climbing tall structures but eventually faced off against a large police force. The tension heightened as he even fired warning shots into the air during the crisis. Namgoong Min performed most of the action scenes himself, realistically portraying Kang Tae-joo’s desperate state of mind. In this episode, Kang Tae-joo and Lee Soo-hyung (played by Park Byung-eun) infiltrated the National Forensic Service to secure CCTV footage. Kang Tae-joo pressured Norman Hee (played by Kim Dae-myung) by questioning the whereabouts of his wife and the motive behind the crime, taking control by threatening to burn 3 billion won in cash he had prepared. Later, he confirmed his wife Go Se-yoon’s (played by Lee Seol) voice over the phone and promised to save her no matter what. After the call ended, Norman Hee lied to Go Se-yoon, telling her that her husband had ordered a murder. While moving to the meeting place, Lee Soo-hyung fired a gun out of revenge, but it was a trap set by Norman Hee, and the person shot turned out to be a police officer. Kang Tae-joo, who escaped from the scene, witnessed Lee Soo-hyung’s suspicious behavior in the car and felt betrayed. Subsequently, Norman Hee rammed Lee Soo-hyung with a car, and Lee Soo-hyung died after leaving a dying wish to save his wife. Kang Tae-joo recalled past memories and realized that Norman Hee had been a patient who received treatment from him. He tracked hospital records to obtain the suspect’s residential address, creating an opportunity for a counterattack. Meanwhile, Go Se-yoon, who had been confined, seized a chance to ambush Norman Hee and escaped from the locked room. ″The Completion of Marriage″ is a crime thriller about a man confronting criminals to save his wife, who was kidnapped just before their divorce. Episode 5 aired on the 18th at 9:20 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BoA conducted a promotion ahead of her Japan concert, ’BoA The Live.’ On September 18, a promotional video for ’BoA The Live,’ scheduled to be held in September, was released on Baypal Entertainment’s official SNS. In the video, BoA appeared wearing a blue cardigan and a beige blouse, with her brightly dyed hair tied back. BoA said in Japanese, ″This ’BoA The Live’ concert will be held in Fukuoka, Osaka Namba, and Yokohama,″ adding, ″I am really looking forward to meeting the fans.″ She continued, ″We have prepared very hard, so I hope everyone comes to the performance and enjoys it,″ and concluded with, ″See you at the concert. This was BoA.″ In March, BoA ended her exclusive contract with SM Entertainment, with whom she had been for 25 years, and announced a new beginning by establishing Baypal Entertainment. Meanwhile, ’BoA The Live’ is scheduled to take place on September 12 in Fukuoka, September 19 in Osaka Namba, and September 20 in Yokohama.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Jennie recently attracted attention by revealing a photo with a man on her SNS. On the night of the 18th, Jennie posted a Polaroid photo on her Instagram story without any explanation. In the photo, Jennie is wearing a floral patterned dress against a background covered with white cloth under bright sunlight, leaning on the shoulder of a man wearing a navy shirt and looking at the camera. The man’s face is covered with a heart sticker, increasing curiosity about his identity. Since the photo was revealed, speculation has continued on SNS and online communities about the man’s identity and whether it is a spoiler for a new song’s music video or album. Fans focused on the soft and dreamy color tone unique to Polaroids and the composition of the two people. Jennie recently performed as the main stage headliner at Denmark’s Roskilde Festival, Poland’s Open’er Festival, and Spain Madrid’s 2026 MAD COOL FESTIVAL. She is also scheduled to appear at major global festivals such as Lollapalooza Chicago in the United States and SUMMER SONIC 2026 in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tvN’s new Saturday-Sunday drama ″Spooky Romance″ will premiere on the 18th at 9:10 PM. This work is an occult romance depicting the story of a chaebol heiress who sees ghosts and a prosecutor who is afraid of ghosts, starring Park Eun-bin, Yang Se-jong, Ong Seong-wu, and Jo Hye-ju. In the drama, Park Eun-bin plays Cheon Yeo-ri, the heiress of Reina Group, ranked 5th in the business world, and the CEO of the country’s top luxury hotel. Cheon Yeo-ri possesses wealth, beauty, and ability, but is extremely reluctant to interact with others to the extent that she is nicknamed the ″Reclusive Princess.″ She is portrayed as a character with many secrets, with only key personnel in the hotel knowing her face. Rumors surrounding Cheon Yeo-ri never cease. In particular, an incident that occurred on the day of her engagement ceremony long ago continues to be talked about, amplifying the rumors about her. A still cut released before the broadcast shows Cheon Yeo-ri standing alone in a parking lot wearing a glamorous dress. Since her fiancé Cha Ki-woo (played by Park Yeon-woo) is not visible, attention is focused on the reason why Cheon Yeo-ri was left alone on the day of the engagement and the true nature of the curse placed on her. ″Spooky Romance″ is based on the 2011 film of the same name, and the first episode is expected to reveal the tragedy of the engagement day that left an indelible scar on Cheon Yeo-ri’s heart.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yunho appeared on MBC’s entertainment program ″The Manager″ and revealed the difficulties he experienced during his trainee days as well as his consistent self-management habits. On the show, Yunho stated that he starts every day with fasted cardio exercise and maintains strict self-care by drinking chicken juice. He has been exercising every day without fail for a year and said that even on filming days, he ran holding an umbrella in heavy rain. He also mentioned that despite having various side dishes in the refrigerator, he chooses chicken juice for its exercise benefits. Throughout the house, there were everyday items that showed a sense of life, such as a Gwangju Bank wall clock, a Beauty and the Beast-style chandelier, an old rice cooker, and exercise equipment. Yunho has lived in the same house for 14 years and said that he lived alone before moving in with his parents. The panelists of ″The Manager″ commented on the atmosphere of the house, saying it felt like a home where parents live together. Yunho’s manager, Byun Si-woo, explained that Yunho has shown passionate dedication unchanged for 30 years. The manager also said that Yunho’s habit of collecting coins has continued since his trainee days. Yunho added that his goal is to use the coins he collects for meaningful purposes. Regarding his trainee days, Yunho revealed that he came to Seoul from the provinces and faced financial difficulties, sometimes sleeping near Seoul Station, in parks, or in jjimjilbangs (Korean saunas) due to not having a home. To make a living, he worked various part-time jobs such as snow removal and cleaning grill plates at a meat restaurant. He said the hourly wage for snow removal was about 3,800 won, which was considered high at the time. Meanwhile, Yunho was born in February 1986 and is 40 years old. He debuted as a member of TVXQ in 2003.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Joo Sang-wook revealed behind-the-scenes photos from the SBS Friday-Saturday drama ’Chief Kim.’ On July 18, Joo Sang-wook posted several photos on his social media with the caption, ″It hurts.. I will live kindly.″ The photos showed him preparing for filming with makeup depicting blood and bruises on his face. In episode 7 of ’Chief Kim,’ Chief Kim (played by So Ji-sub) teams up with Sung Han-soo (Choi Dae-hoon) and Park Jin-chul (Yoon Kyung-ho) to rescue his daughter Min-ji (Seo Soo-min), and then punishes Joo Kang-chan (Joo Sang-wook) by punching him in the face. Joo Sang-wook plays Joo Kang-chan, a former gangster turned construction company president, showcasing a new acting transformation. ’Chief Kim’ is a revenge action drama about an ordinary father who fights a dangerous battle to get his daughter back, achieving a peak viewership rating of 22.3%.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ’Hope’ is about to surpass 2 million viewers within 5 days of its release. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, ’Hope’ recorded 511,787 viewers on the fourth day after its release on the 18th. The cumulative number of viewers over the four days since its release on the 15th reached 1,732,298. On the opening day, 330,000 people watched the film, setting the highest opening record of the year, and on the third day, it surpassed 1 million viewers. With weekend attendance exceeding 500,000, it is expected that the cumulative number of viewers will surpass 2 million on Sunday, the 19th. ’Hope’ depicts the story of Beom-seok, the head of the Hopo Port branch located in the Demilitarized Zone, who hears news of a tiger sighting from local youths, leading the entire village to go on high alert. The film has gained audience acclaim by featuring a rare subject and spectacle in Korean cinema.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On the 18th broadcast of KBS 2TV’s ’Men Who Do Housework Season 2,’ trot singer Oh Yoo-jin appeared as a studio guest and confessed their fandom to Eun Ji-won. Oh Yoo-jin revealed that they started watching ’Men Who Do Housework’ because of Park Seo-jin, but recently began to like Eun Ji-won and have been keeping up with the show. Oh Yoo-jin said, ″I really like senior Eun Ji-won. I was so excited before coming on the show today that I couldn’t sleep.″ When Eun Ji-won asked Oh Yoo-jin about their age, Oh Yoo-jin answered that they were born in 2009 and are a second-year high school student. Eun Ji-won could not hide his surprise. Then Eun Ji-won asked about Oh Yoo-jin’s mother’s age, and Oh Yoo-jin replied that she was born in 1984. Eun Ji-won expressed surprise again, saying, ″She’s younger than our Lee Yo-won.″ Oh Yoo-jin explained why they call Eun Ji-won ″oppa″ by saying, ″He just looks like an oppa type.″ On the other hand, they said they call Park Seo-jin ″uncle,″ which brought laughter to the studio. Park Seo-jin joked by looking at Oh Yoo-jin’s eyebrows and saying, ″Are you the Mona Lisa?″ to which Oh Yoo-jin replied, ″That’s why I call you uncle.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Won-seok of the band Daybreak participated as the vocalist for the first OST of JTBC’s weekend drama ″Apartment,″ titled ″A Good Gangster.″ The song will be released on various music platforms starting at 6 PM on July 19. ″A Good Gangster″ is a rock-based track that captures the intense emotions and powerful energy of characters who live by their own beliefs despite harsh fate. It features strong guitar sounds, powerful band arrangements, and Lee Won-seok’s refreshing vocals, enhancing the drama’s immersion. The dynamic sound expresses the strong will of characters who do not give in even in desperate moments. Lee Won-seok vividly portrayed the characters’ beliefs and emotions with explosive vocal power and delicate expression. The song gradually intensifies, maximizing the energy of characters standing up against injustice. The drama ″Apartment″ tells the story of Park Hae-kang (played by Ji Sung), a former boss of the Oasis faction who runs for the apartment association president election to take control of hidden money within the apartment complex, and how he works with residents to root out corruption. Meanwhile, Daybreak will hold their summer brand concert ″SUMMER MADNESS″ at Yes24 Wonder Rock Hall in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, from July 25 to 26.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tvN’s new Saturday-Sunday drama ″Four Hands″ is set to premiere on August 29. This work is an emotional youth drama set in a prestigious arts high school, dealing with friendship, love, competition, and growth experienced by young people through music. At the center of the drama are actors Song Kang and Lee Jun-young. Song Kang plays Kang Bi-o, a perfectionist who maintains top ranks in both academics and piano performance. He is a character who constantly strives to gain recognition from his grandfather, a world-renowned conductor, and is diligent in practicing every day. However, Kang Bi-o’s life is marked by a lack of ever having received praise from his grandfather. Change begins when transfer student Choi Jung-yo (played by Lee Jun-young) appears in Kang Bi-o’s life. Choi Jung-yo shows Kang Bi-o a new musical world through free performances that are not bound by existing conventions. Their meeting shakes the rules Kang Bi-o has built and makes him feel, for the first time, a great wall and limit. Their relationship is expected to develop into a competitive structure along with artistic communication. The production team said, ″The chemistry among the three actors was impressive, as if they were playing a single piece of music,″ and asked viewers to watch how musicians with different talents and colors will achieve change and growth. The drama is directed by Park Hyun-seok and written by Shin Yi-won. Director Park Hyun-seok has previously directed ″Uncontrollably Fond,″ ″Stranger 2,″ and ″Hometown.″ Writer Shin Yi-won has demonstrated psychological depiction and narrative skills through ″Green Mothers’ Club.″ The recently released duo poster features Kang Bi-o and Choi Jung-yo sitting side by side at a piano against the backdrop of a dark concert hall, performing ″Four Hands.″ The contrasting black and white styling of the two evokes the black and white keys of the piano, visually expressing the personalities of the two pianists with different environments and charms. The phrase ″One piano, two geniuses″ is inserted at the center of the poster. ″Four Hands″ will portray the artistic growth and competition of two genius pianists, along with the special ensemble of Song Kang and Lee Jun-young.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tomorrow X Together (TXT) Yeonjun showcased a comedic chemistry with actor Park Ji-hwan in short-form content themed around the new song ″Ice Cream.″ Three short-form videos based on Yeonjun’s mini album 2nd release title track ″Ice Cream″ were released on the Tomorrow X Together (TXT) official YouTube channel on the 18th. The content was created with the concept of refreshing one’s mood with a bite of ice cream during moments of anger or frustration in daily life. In particular, the first video, ″Yeonjun, I’ll try one more time,″ featured Park Ji-hwan transforming into Yeonjun and heading to shoot choreography. Although he appeared tired from repeated retakes, the atmosphere shifted positively the moment he ate ice cream and regained positive energy. Yeonjun and Park Ji-hwan wore the same outfit and performed the ″Ice Cream″ choreography together on the same screen. Next, in the video ″You’ll like it,″ under a secret deal-like setup, Yeonjun handed Park Ji-hwan a large bag filled with ice cream, creating a surprising and humorous twist. The ″Cooling you down″ episode humorously depicted relieving frustrating moments in daily life with ice cream. BigHit Music stated, ″The content carries the meaning that ’Ice Cream’ is a healing song that cools down a hot daily life, just like the lyrics ’Oh girl, too hot, cool down your heart.’″ ″Ice Cream″ is a song about a cool relationship where two people are sweet to each other but maintain a proper distance. Its addictive sound combined with Yeonjun’s direct participation in the choreography has made it a beloved summer song this year. Yeonjun achieved a double crown on music shows by winning first place on KBS 2TV’s ″Music Bank″ on the 17th and MBC’s ″Show! Music Core″ on the 18th. After receiving the awards, he expressed gratitude to the fandom MOA and conveyed thanks and love to the members. He said, ″Thank you for giving me such a precious day. I want to thank and say I love the members as well. I will work even harder going forward.″ Additionally, ″NO LABELS: PART 02″ recorded sales of 738,072 copies in its first week, achieving the highest initial sales volume among domestic solo artist albums this year.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Jaejoong attended the Adoption Day ceremony and delivered a congratulatory speech, sharing his thoughts on adoption. On July 18, Kim Jaejoong released a vlog titled ″I’ll show you everything from vacation to schedule. Both travel and schedule are fulfilling″ on his official YouTube channel. The video featured various daily moments, including a trip to Busan, a fan meeting in Guangzhou, and his attendance at the Adoption Day ceremony. Kim Jaejoong said, ″This is truly a meaningful event for me,″ and expressed relief that although he revealed his family history to the public late, he can now confidently participate in such events. He also said, ″I’m so happy to be part of a good cause.″ At the Adoption Day ceremony, Kim Jaejoong, who gave the congratulatory speech, conveyed his hope that ″more children will find warm families in the future and more families will embrace new beginnings,″ sincerely expressing his support. Kim Jaejoong revealed that his parents adopted him when he was three years old and that he was adopted into a family with eight older sisters, which he disclosed through a 2024 broadcast. He also shared that during his military service, he refused a visit from his biological father and that misunderstandings arose within the family when he secretly met his biological mother in the past. Recently, Kim Jaejoong appeared on KBS 2TV’s ″Shinsangchulsi Pyeonstorang″ with his parents, revealing his daily life as the youngest of nine siblings. His adoptive mother recalled their first meeting on KBS 1TV’s ″Achimmadang″ last year, saying, ″When I first saw him, his eyes were bright, pretty, and cute, so I hugged him once. Then he called me ’mom.’ I said, ’Let’s live together once and see how it goes.’″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids has started the ’UNVEIL : TRACK’ video series, which pre-releases some of the tracks ahead of the release of their new mini album ’THIS & THAT.’ The first video introduced the album’s fourth track, ’FARMING.’ The ’FARMING’ video features Stray Kids taking on a minesweeper mission. The members showed their enthusiasm by covering the walls with strategy plans and demonstrated their determination and process of completing the mission to find the mines. The video expressed the song’s rhythmic atmosphere through pixel art, various colors, and visuals reminiscent of game characters. The lyrics ″All day, every night until we’re satisfied We’re FARMING″ were inserted into the video. ’FARMING’ was written and composed by the producing team 3RACHA, consisting of Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han, with Bang Chan also credited for the arrangement. The previously released tracklist previewed the song’s free energy with the track tasting comment, ″Do what you want This n That.″ This mini album includes a total of eight tracks: ’FARMING,’ the title track ’This & That,’ the pre-release track ’RUN IT,’ ’After You,’ ’I Do,’ ’Way Out,’ ’That Day,’ and ’This & That (Festival Version).’ Ahead of their comeback, Stray Kids will hold five solo concerts at KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul, on July 25–26, 29, and August 1–2, kicking off their new world tour, Stray Kids World Tour. The mini album ’THIS & THAT’ and the title track ’This & That’ will be released on August 7 at 1 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KiiiKiii (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiya) released the final episode of their self-produced content ″Kiki Pang Pang″ Season 2. On July 17, a new episode of Season 2 was uploaded to KiiiKiii’s official YouTube channel. In this episode, the members enjoyed a ″Bangkok Vacation″ in a practice room decorated with a pool and tubes, engaging in various activities such as racing games, toy fishing, and penguin games. The members showcased their teamwork and competitive spirit, continuing the competition with a penalty of imitating monkeys. Additionally, the members made fruit punch themselves using watermelon, melon, and other fruits, eating the fruit and showing off jokes and aegyo, displaying lively energy. After tasting the finished fruit punch, they agreed, ″Next time, let’s order it.″ At the end, they wrote heartfelt rolling papers for each other. When Jiyu announced the points that moved her, the members responded mechanically, leading Jiyu to say, ″Doesn’t it really feel fake? I can’t do this.″ KiiiKiii announced that this episode is the last of ″Kiki Pang Pang″ Season 2 and said, ″We are working hard to prepare for our comeback. Actually, we have spoiled a lot so far, but if you wait just a little longer, we will return looking as cool as you expect.″ Meanwhile, KiiiKiii is scheduled to make a comeback in mid-August, and comeback-related news will be announced later through their official SNS.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won appears on MBC’s ’SurfRIIZE Mystery Salon’ in the role of tracking the ’reality of death.’ The broadcast on July 19 at 10:40 AM covers incidents related to the reality of death threatening humanity under the theme, ″People suddenly collapsing: What is the reality of death threatening humanity?″ The program introduces situations where people collapse bleeding and the gradually revealed reality of the disease. The opening starts with Lee Chan-won and the cast smiling, but soon a scene where the atmosphere changes drastically appears. After watching the footage, Lee Chan-won expressed surprise, saying, ″Wow~ What is going on?″ Also, in the studio scene expressing the fear of death, Lee Chan-won acted out agony by grabbing their neck with both hands.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jin attracted attention in content related to the world’s four major fashion weeks. Fashion magazine W Korea recently revealed the top 5 list of the most reacted content related to the world’s four major fashion weeks through its official Instagram. The list included Black Pink Jennie, the Alaïa 2025 F/W collection held at the Paris atelier, ITZY, Jin, and Byeon Woo-seok, with Jin being the only male idol to make the list. The top 5 selected by W Korea were ranked by the highest number of views, likes, and comments. The French fashion and culture magazine Paris Select Book reported that Jin, Gucci’s global ambassador, made a strong impression by attending the Gucci 2025 Spring/Summer fashion show in Milan. At that time, Jin ranked first as the ″most mentioned global celebrity at Milan Fashion Week,″ and Gucci also ranked first as the most mentioned designer. Additionally, Jin ranked first as the most mentioned global celebrity on social media during the 2026 Spring/Summer Milan Fashion Week. The fashion brand that showed the strongest influence during this period was also Gucci, for which Jin serves as a global ambassador. American media Soap Central and SOCIALITE LIFE selected Jin as the best dresser.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong recently revealed their appearance in New York through their official Instagram. On July 18, Lim Young Woong posted several photos with the caption, ″It took 7,000 steps... wow.″ The photos showed Lim Young Woong walking the streets of New York with acquaintances and kneeling in front of a Messi statue. Lim Young Woong is known as a soccer enthusiast and a passionate fan of Messi. At 4 a.m. on the 20th, the 2026 FIFA CONCACAF World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina is scheduled to take place at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Meanwhile, Lim Young Woong will hold performances for three days starting September 4 at the main stadium of Goyang Sports Complex. This concert is the second stadium performance following the Sangam-beol concert, and tickets sold out after going on sale at 8 p.m. on July 16 through NOL Ticket. Lim Young Woong expressed their ambition to showcase new aspects in singing, stage, and production in ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2.’ Lim Young Woong is currently a regular cast member on SBS’s ’Mountain Village Bachelor Hero.’]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS held the final concert of the ’ARIRANG’ album European tour on the 17th (local time) at Stade de France in northern Paris, France. The concert attracted 92,000 spectators, setting the record for the largest audience for a single concert since BTS’s debut. The French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife attended the concert, and were seen on broadcast cameras holding the BTS light stick, the Army Bomb. As the seven members interacted with the audience while moving around the venue, the large screen displayed the smiling faces of President Macron and his wife, prompting cheers from the crowd. President Macron posted a video of the concert he personally recorded on his Instagram, leaving a message saying, ″Welcome to Paris.″ The concert was held at Stade de France, which has a capacity of 80,000, and was filled to capacity including the floor seats. It was the largest-scale performance not only for the ’ARIRANG’ album world tour but also among all performances BTS has presented since their debut. Pianist Baek Geon-woo, who resides in France, also attended the concert with his family. The local media Le Figaro mentioned that President Macron is known to be a fan of Johnny Hallyday, and regarded his attendance at the BTS concert as a groundbreaking move. They also reported that this visit, marking the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and France this year, symbolizes the cultural ties and diplomatic respect between the two countries. BFM TV, Le Parisien, Radio France Info, HuffPost, and others also published articles introducing the BTS concert and the group. Some media analyzed that the BTS Army continues the lineage of massive fandoms of pop stars like Taylor Swift and Michael Jackson. BTS will conclude their European schedule with concerts at Stade de France on the 17th and 18th, then depart for the United States to perform at the halftime show of the 2026 North and Central America World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on the 19th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS stood out on global music charts with the track ″NORMAL″ and the title song ″SWIM″ from their fifth full-length album ″ARIRANG.″ BigHit Music announced on the 19th that ″NORMAL″ re-entered Spotify’s ″Daily Top Songs Global″ chart at number 9 on July 17. Following that, ″SWIM″ ranked 8th on the same chart. Both songs made it into the top 10. Additionally, the new single including the Korean version of ″NORMAL″ reached number 78. ″SWIM″ held the number 1 position for 25 consecutive days from March 20 to April 13 and has remained in the top ranks for 17 weeks. ″NORMAL″ debuted at number 41 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart dated April 4 in the United States and stayed on the chart for three weeks. BTS released the music video for ″NORMAL″ on Spotify on July 17. The video features behind-the-scenes footage and the members’ daily lives. As of 6 a.m. on July 19, the Korean version of ″NORMAL″ ranked number 1 on the iTunes ″Top Songs″ chart in 70 countries and regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Brazil. BTS completed the European tour finale of ″BTS WORLD TOUR ’ARIRANG’″ at Stade de France in Paris on July 17 and 18, and will perform at the halftime show of the ″2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup″ final at MetLife Stadium in New York, New Jersey, on July 19. ″NORMAL″ was produced by Ryan Tedder and features smooth sing-rap vocals.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jungkook has appeared on the US Billboard ″Global (Excluding US)″ chart for 156 consecutive weeks with his solo debut song ″Seven.″ On the chart dated July 18, ″Seven″ ranked 181st, marking the first and longest-running record for a solo Asian artist’s song. On the same day, it ranked 21st on the Billboard Korea ″Global K-Songs″ chart, maintaining its position for 33 weeks. Jungkook’s other solo songs, ″Standing Next To You″ and ″3D,″ also entered the ″Global K-Songs″ chart for 33 consecutive weeks, ranking 73rd and 86th respectively. ″Seven″ previously held the number one spot for nine consecutive weeks on the ″Global (Excluding US)″ chart and debuted at number one on the Billboard main singles chart ″Hot 100,″ staying on the chart for 15 weeks. On the music streaming platform Spotify’s ″Weekly Top Songs Global″ chart, ″Seven″ also set a record by entering for 156 weeks. This song is the first and longest-charting song by an Asian solo artist, and the first among Asian artists and songs released in 2023 to surpass 3.02 billion streams. Additionally, the official music video for ″Seven,″ released on HYBE LABELS’ official YouTube channel, has surpassed 625 million views.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RIIZEne Woni ranked first in the July girl group individual brand reputation. The Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute announced that it analyzed brand big data of 735 individual girl group members from June 19 to July 19, 2026, to calculate the brand reputation index. The brand reputation index is based on participation index, media index, communication index, and community index, measuring positive and negative evaluations, media and consumer interest, and communication volume. Koo Chang-hwan, director of the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute, explained that the RIIZEne Woni brand showed high scores in link analysis for ″pretty, communicate, reverse run,″ and in keyword analysis, ″Love Attack, Lee Sun-min, Pretty Girl″ were highly analyzed. The positive-to-negative ratio analysis showed a positive rate of 91.26%. RIIZEne Woni’s brand reputation index was 7,962,989, an 89.84% increase from 4,194,647 last month. In second place was IVE Jang Wonyoung with 7,492,03, down 0.65%, and third was aespa Karina with 5,618,919, up 18.63%. Black Pink Jennie ranked fourth with 4,984,751, down 30.44%, and RIIZEne Minami rose 238.36% to 4,899,662, ranking fifth. In the top 30 were Black Pink Lisa, IVE Ahn Yujin, Ailett Wonhee, RIIZEne Jena, Black Pink Rosé, RIIZEne May, aespa Winter, RIIZEne Liv, Red Velvet Irene, Black Pink Jisoo, and Girls’ Generation Taeyeon. In the top 100 were TWICE Nayeon, ITZY Ryujin, Red Velvet Joy, Girls’ Generation Yoona, TWICE Sana, IVE Ray, LE SSERAFIM Kim Chaewon, NMIXX Seol Yoon, aespa Ningning, Red Velvet Seulgi, DIA Jung Chaeyeon, TWICE Jihyo, TWICE Jeongyeon, fromis_9 Lee Chaeyoung, LE SSERAFIM Kazuha, Weki Meki Choi Yoojung, and various other girl group members.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ZEROBASEONE has released the second group concept photo ahead of the release of their second Japanese EP, ″回帰LOVE″ (Circling Back Love). On the 17th at midnight, ZEROBASEONE unveiled new concept images for this album through their official SNS channels. The released photos feature the members dressed in matching denim outfits on a train station platform, as well as scenes of them inside a train. The agency explained that the visual concept represents the circular line returning to the starting point, aligning with the album’s theme of ″circling back to you.″ The title track of this album, ″イグジステンス″ (Existence), involved collaboration with a member of the Japanese piano trio band Omoinotake in its composition. ZEROBASEONE members will complete and present the atmosphere of this song with their unique vocal colors. ZEROBASEONE’s second Japanese EP, ″回帰LOVE,″ will be officially released in full on various online music platforms at midnight on August 19.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RIIZEne is gaining attention by topping the music charts with ″Love Attack.″ On the 8th, to celebrate reaching number one on Melon’s ″Top 100,″ the members held a live broadcast to thank their official fandom, Remind. During the broadcast, member Woni said, ″We wanted to be number one.″ ″Love Attack″ is characterized by its lovely and refreshing atmosphere and intense guitar distortion sound. It received four and a half stars out of five from the music critique webzine IZM. IZM stated, ″The song’s naturalness starts with their (the members’) vocals,″ and praised it as ″the coolest melodic hook born in 2024.″ The new song ″Pretty Girl,″ a remake of Kara’s hit, ranked high on the music charts immediately after its release on the 8th. As of the 16th, it is ranked 6th on Melon’s daily chart, while ″Dejavu″ and ″Runaway″ are ranked 23rd and 50th, respectively. CBS NoCut News received recommendations from five music critics on songs by RIIZEne expected to make a comeback. Randy Seo noted that ″Pinball″ and ″Dejavu″ are already gaining popularity and recommended ″In My Lotion,″ ″Heart Drop,″ and ″Runaway.″ He mentioned that the team’s energy is enhanced by utilizing club dance music beats in their recent works. Mimyo recommended ″Runaway,″ ″Yo-Yo,″ ″Bloom,″ and ″Crash,″ regardless of whether they make a comeback. Park Hee-ah recommended the second mini-album ″Glow Up,″ explaining that the tracks, including ″Crash″ and ″In My Lotion,″ well represent the team’s mood. Yemi said ″Pinball″ showcases the members’ vocal abilities and the direction of the production, confirming the team’s excellence. Han Sung-hyun recommended ″Pinball,″ the double title track of the ″Syndrome″ album along with ″Love Attack,″ emphasizing RIIZEne’s unique chorus and hook points.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids is conducting various teasing promotions ahead of the release of their new mini album ’THIS & THAT’ on August 7. On the afternoon of the 17th, they released a video of their signature teasing content ’UNVEIL : TRACK’ through their official SNS channels. The newly released video features Stray Kids members in the ’Hunter’ concept, taking on a mine-sweeping mission. The members set up an operation plan on the wall and expressed their determination to find the mines. The video visually represents digital nostalgia aesthetics such as pixel art, styling reminiscent of game characters, and a rhythmic song atmosphere. At the end of the video, the lyrics ″All day, every night until we’re satisfied We’re FARMING″ are included. The 4th track of the album, ’FARMING,’ was written and composed by Stray Kids’ self-producing team 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han). Bang Chan also participated in the arrangement. When the tracklist was revealed, it included the comment ″Do what you want This n That.″ This mini album contains a total of 8 songs, including ’FARMING,’ the title track of the same name ’This & That,’ the pre-release track ’RUN IT,’ ’After You,’ ’I Do,’ and a festival version of the title track. 3RACHA took a leading role in working on all the tracks.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Seo-jin revealed on KBS 2TV’s ’Immortal Songs’ episode 765 that he recently experienced an 11kg yo-yo effect. The first part of this ’Immortal Songs - 2026 King of Kings’ features 10 teams including Park Seo-jin, Lyn X Jo Jazz, Min Woo-hyuk X Jo Hyung-kyun X Yuria, K.Will, Kim Dong-jun X Young Tak, B1A4, Forestella, Hwang Min-ho X Lee Soo-yeon, Liberante, and NEXZ(Nexz). Park Seo-jin said that after dieting, he gained 11kg in 5 months due to cheating, and added, ″The company director promised to give me a procedure and recovery leave if I win the King of Kings. I must win the King of Kings trophy.″ On that day, Park Seo-jin chose Fire Truck’s ’Last Night Story.’ Having earned a ticket to the King of Kings through his ’Bulbuk’ performance, he said, ″I prepared a performance that has never been seen on ’Immortal Songs’ before,″ and presented an ’ice pounding performance.’ Forestella’s Go Woo-rim said, ″It felt like watching 4D,″ and Young Tak mentioned, ″Watching Park Seo-jin play the janggu reminded me of the jawline of Choi San (ATEEZ)(ATEEZ), who has been a hot topic recently.″ ’Immortal Songs’ episode 765 will air on July 18 at 6:05 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The KBS2 variety show ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ will air the first story of the ’2026 Summer Workshop’ with six members in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do, on July 19 at 6:10 PM. In this episode, KBS will reveal a special encouragement fund prepared for the ’2 Days & 1 Night’ team. The production team stated, ″KBS has prepared an encouragement fund for you,″ and it was reported that the members showed surprised reactions to the unexpected bonus. DinDin takes on the role of mentor to Lee Jun, showing his veteran member side. Since DinDin’s remarks to Lee Jun on YouTube last year became a hot topic, their relationship has grown closer, and they showcase a cheerful chemistry during this trip as well. DinDin shared a behind-the-scenes story with Kim Jong-min and Moon Se-yoon, saying, ″I was filming with Jun hyung yesterday, and he suddenly tied my shoelaces. Could that be his way of showing respect for me?″ Unaware that DinDin was talking about him, Lee Jun asked the youngest member Lee Ki-taek, ″Is there anything you want to learn from me?″ Lee Ki-taek replied, ″I want to learn your obsession,″ which left Lee Jun embarrassed.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Netflix series ″Donggung″ was released, drawing global viewers’ attention as Nam Joo-hyuk’s first comeback project after his military discharge. ″Donggung″ depicts the story of Gucheon (played by Nam Joo-hyuk), who possesses the ability to traverse the world of spirits, and Saenggang (played by Noh Yoon-seo), a palace maid with secrets, who are tasked by the king (played by Jo Seung-woo) to investigate the curse haunting Donggung. Nam Joo-hyuk plays Gucheon, a character who has lived distanced from the world but pursues the curse linked to Donggung under the king’s orders, leading the narrative at the center. Gucheon lives a lonely life moving between the spirit world and the human world, and Nam Joo-hyuk vividly portrays the character’s sly and free-spirited nature alongside his inner wounds. Nam Joo-hyuk revealed that he decided to appear in the series after being drawn to the character Gucheon upon first reading the script during his military service. It is known that he prepared for the role through repetitive training at an action school before filming. Even before the release, there was much anticipation as Nam Joo-hyuk’s comeback work, and ″Donggung″ ranked first on Netflix’s Today’s Top 10 Series in South Korea upon release. In the series, the evolving relationship between Gucheon and Saenggang as they solve cases together is highlighted as another point of interest. In the confrontation scenes with the king, Nam Joo-hyuk expressed Gucheon’s conviction and presence with a bold demeanor and gaze facing the once-taboo king. Nam Joo-hyuk delicately built the complex psychology of a character who navigates action and the spirit world. ″Donggung,″ starring Nam Joo-hyuk, is currently available on Netflix.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Former Wonder Girls member Sunmi, Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany Young, and VIXX’s Jung Taekwoon, representatives of the 2nd generation girl groups and boy groups, appeared on tvN’s ″Amazing Saturday.″ On the show, Sunmi caught attention by sharing a story about how she helped JYP Entertainment junior Day6’s Young K grow as a bassist. Sunmi also asked MC Boom, ″Aren’t you the viral marketing expert for new songs?″ and Boom assigned a special promotion team to Kim Donghyun, Nucksal, and Young K, who were dressed in red, yellow, and blue traffic light costumes. Tiffany Young talked about Girls’ Generation unit TaeTiSeo and their rivals HyoriSoo (Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung), saying, ″Even if the high notes come out, the harmonies are lacking,″ and added, ″Maybe TaeTiSeo should get together for a showdown.″ Jung Taekwoon revealed a surprising connection with Hanhae. In the appetizer game ″Charades - Movie, Drama, Musical Edition,″ Sunmi’s team ″Sunmi″ and Tiffany Young’s team ″Yumi″ competed. Sunmi chose the entire ″traffic light promotion team″ of Kim Donghyun, Nucksal, and Young K as her teammates and worked well with them, while Tiffany Young, as the quizmaster, gave clever hints. Jung Taekwoon participated enthusiastically. In the dictation corner, an extremely difficult song was presented. Jung Taekwoon created an unexpected situation due to shyness, saying, ″It’s burdensome,″ and established a ″Taekwoon zone,″ which confused the members. Sunmi played the ace by catching a crucial word on her third visit, and Tiffany Young boosted the members’ morale with her musical theater-level singing. In the dessert game ″A.I., Draw for Me - Song Edition,″ Young K showcased his main profession moment, and Kim Donghyun performed like a true Turbo superfan. ″Amazing Saturday″ airs every Saturday at 7:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Through NCT’s official SNS, news has been revealed that the 2026 RENJUN and CHENLE fan meeting ’ROOMMATE’ will be held in Chengdu, China, raising fans’ expectations. This fan meeting is an event prepared mainly by RENJUN and CHENLE, members of NCT Dream, and will be conducted under the slogan ″EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO.″ The SNS post features the two members wearing white short-sleeve T-shirts and jeans, kneeling on stage with their arms raised, conveying the excitement of the scene. The moment when they face the audience filling the large venue and stare intensely forward captured fans’ attention. This fan meeting also commemorates NCT’s 10th anniversary, and various programs are expected to be prepared to share special moments with NCTzens. Related news and live footage from the event will be released sequentially through the official website and hashtags #RENJUNCHENLE_ROOMMATE, #NCT, #NCTDREAM, #NCT_10TH_ANNIVERSARY.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS will perform at the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final. This halftime show is planned as the first large-scale Super Bowl-style performance in the history of the tournament, featuring world-renowned artists such as Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus, raising even greater expectations. At the event held on July 19 at the New Jersey Stadium, BTS will appear as a complete group to present a special performance to fans and global viewers. Since all members have completed their military service and this is their first full-group stage outside of their world tour official events, the attention of not only K-pop fans but also music fans worldwide is focused on this moment. BTS recently attracted about 130,000 spectators during their London tour, setting the record for the largest audience since the opening of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, continuing their strong global influence. Through the World Cup final halftime show, BTS is expected to reaffirm their status as a ’21st-century pop icon.’ The performance will begin at 8pm BST and 9pm CET and will be broadcast live worldwide through FIFA’s official accounts and the social media channels of global artists. BTS plans to create a special stage that transforms the excitement of the World Cup, the global football festival, into music with diverse performances. Meanwhile, this World Cup shows a closer connection between the World Cup and the music industry, with Madonna continuing her activities by releasing her 15th studio album ’CONFESSIONS II,’ Shakira performing the tournament’s theme song, and BTS participating as well.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT 127 celebrated their 10th anniversary by spending a special time in Bali and updating fans on their recent activities. Recently, NCT 127’s official SNS account posted photos showing a relaxed atmosphere with the beach as the background, accompanied by the phrase ″EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO.″ The members wore summer clothes and shorts, waving their hands and smiling brightly, creating a refreshing vibe. They especially showcased a more casual yet stylish look by wearing hats and sunglasses. At sunset, photos were also shared of members dressed in floral shirts and black outfits holding sparkler fireworks, enjoying a special moment on the dark beach, which received enthusiastic responses from fans. This Bali schedule is one of various activities commemorating NCT 127’s 10th anniversary, showing that they are creating meaningful times and memories. Additionally, the official site ″2026NCT.COM″ was posted along with the hashtags #NCT127, #127inBali, and #NCT_10TH_ANNIVERSARY, strengthening communication with global fans celebrating their 10th debut anniversary. While continuing diverse activities such as a world tour and new song releases, NCT 127 has once again proven their refreshing summer charm and teamwork through this Bali trip, raising expectations for their future endeavors.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Song Ga-in shared an update from Ulleungdo. Recently, Song Ga-in posted on her SNS, ″First time visiting Ulleungdo!!!!!! 🩵 I like it so much ☺️ The food is delicious, and the residents are very kind 💕 I already want to come back here.....🤩 It’s no secret that I took a one-hour nap because I felt so good at the event...🤣 The accommodation is great, and every place I visit has breathtaking views 🥹 Ulleungdo is full of wonderful memories! 💙″ In the released photos, Song Ga-in is seen wearing a white long-sleeve T-shirt and light blue shorts, spending a relaxing time with the blue sea and scenic views of Ulleungdo in the background. She posed in various ways in a space where the swimming pool and natural scenery blend together, creating a bright and comfortable atmosphere that caught attention. Especially impressed by Ulleungdo’s beautiful landscapes and the warm hospitality of the residents, Song Ga-in also enjoyed the local delicious food, showing that she is having a happy time. This visit left good memories, and her desire to return has attracted fans’ interest. Going forward, Song Ga-in plans to continue her active career through various events.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Shin Ae-ra shared a casual moment with her husband and had a cheerful conversation. Recently, Shin Ae-ra revealed a conversation she had with her husband on her SNS. When her husband complimented her by saying, ″Wow, your hair is really pretty, like Chucky,″ Shin Ae-ra responded with surprise, saying, ″What? Chucky!!!″ Her husband then replied, ″Why? Chucky is so cute, I like Chucky,″ which brought laughter. Along with this, Shin Ae-ra playfully added, ″Our dear fans~ You know Chucky, right? This isn’t a compliment, right?^^″ The two confirm their affection for each other even through small jokes in their daily lives. Shin Ae-ra, who receives much support for her unwavering marital love, has recently shared warm family stories through various daily moments. Shin Ae-ra and her husband Cha In-pyo, married for 31 years, continue to maintain a sweet, newlywed-like affection, drawing attention.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 According to the ″2026 First Half Viewing Report″ announced by Netflix on the 17th, the drama ″True Education″ ranked 6th in the global hit rankings for the first half of this year. ″True Education″ recorded 48.2 million views within a month after its release on the 5th of last month. The work with the highest number of views on Netflix in the first half of this year was the American drama ″His Story & Her Story,″ which recorded 104 million views. The second place was ″Bridgerton,″ with 100 million views. Netflix original series produced in Korea also showed high viewership. ″Squid Game″ recorded 14.4 million views, ″Does This Love Translate?″ had 28.6 million views, ″Lady Dua″ had 25.8 million views, and ″Hounds″ recorded 24 million views. Netflix stated that non-English works accounted for more than one-third of total viewing in the first half of this year, with Korean content having the highest proportion among them. It also explained that children’s content such as ″True Education,″ ″Black and White Chef,″ ″Solo Hell,″ as well as ″Baby Shark,″ ″Bebefin,″ and ″Pinkfong″ continue to gain steady popularity. Netflix’s revenue for the second quarter of this year was $12.56 billion (approximately 18.6051 trillion KRW), an increase of 13.4% compared to the second quarter of last year. Netflix stated that the increase in membership and the expansion of advertising revenue led to the overall revenue growth.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook) achieved the highest K-pop ranking in the UK Official Charts mid-year review with their fifth studio album, Arirang. On the ’2026 Biggest Albums Top 40’ announced by the UK Official Charts on the 16th (local time), BTS’s Arirang ranked 20th. This chart was compiled by combining physical album sales, digital downloads, and audio and video streaming from January this year to the present. Arirang ranked alongside albums by global artists such as Michael Jackson’s Thriller, Oasis, and Queen, and was one of only six newly released albums this year to enter the chart, alongside Drake, Harry Styles, and Olivia Rodrigo. Previously, Arirang drew attention by debuting at number one on the UK Official Albums Top 100 in its first week of release, and recently showed a resurgence by rising 16 places to 21st following their world tour concert at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Official Charts recognized Arirang as the best-performing K-pop project in the UK so far this year. In the latest chart, Arirang ranked 35th on the Official Albums Top 100, marking its 17th consecutive week on the chart. It also appeared in various categories such as Official Album Streaming, Official Vinyl Albums, Official Album Sales, and Official Physical Albums. The title track, Swim, re-entered the Physical Singles Chart. On Spotify, Arirang maintained the number two spot on the Weekly Top Albums Global chart for five consecutive weeks, and BTS set a record with nine number-one rankings on this chart this year. Five songs—Swim, Body to Body, 2.0, Hooligan, and Come Over—appeared on the Weekly Global Song Chart. The Korean version of Normal, released on the 17th, ranked number one on iTunes Top Songs in 69 countries and regions including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Brazil as of 9 a.m. on the 18th. On Germany’s official music chart, Top 100 Albums, Arirang rose five places from the previous week to fourth and maintained a top position for 17 consecutive weeks. Swim also saw a significant rise on the singles chart. BTS will hold the final performance of their European tour at Stade de France in Paris on the 17th and 18th. Afterwards, they will move to the United States to perform at the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium on the 19th, sharing the stage with Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids released a teaser video for the track ″FARMING″ through their official SNS channels ahead of the release of their new mini album ’THIS & THAT’. The video features the members taking on a mine-sweeping mission with a ″Hunter″ concept, visually expressing the song’s rhythmic atmosphere using pixel art and gaming elements. At the end of the video, the lyrics ″All day, every night until we’re satisfied We’re FARMING″ are included. ″FARMING″ was written and composed by Stray Kids’ producing team 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han), with Bang Chan in charge of the arrangement. 3RACHA took a leading role in the production of all tracks on this album. The mini album ’THIS & THAT’ includes a total of eight tracks: ″FARMING,″ the title track ″This & That,″ ″RUN IT,″ ″After You,″ ″I Do,″ ″Way Out,″ ″That Day,″ and ″This & That (Festival Version).″ Before the album release, Stray Kids will hold five solo concerts at KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul on July 25, 26, 29, and August 1 and 2, kicking off their new world tour, ″Stray Kids World Tour.″ The new album ’THIS & THAT’ and the title track ″This & That″ will be officially released on August 7 at 1 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900