https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr BTS members V, Jungkook, and J-Hope revealed a moment together backstage. On August 23, V posted two short videos on his social media account with the captions ″8PM″ and ″9:47PM″ without any additional explanation. The videos showed V, J-Hope, and Jungkook spending time together before and after the North American tour solo concert held at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, Canada. The three members displayed different moods and styles in the waiting area, attracting fans’ attention with their natural appearances. Jungkook caught the eye with a styling that revealed intense tattoos, while V showed off his distinct facial features and aura. J-Hope added a warm atmosphere with his bright smile between the two. Fans appreciated the comfortable moments captured backstage rather than on stage. BTS held a North American tour solo concert at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, Canada, on the 22nd (local time). Meanwhile, BTS’s fifth full-length album ’Arirang’ (ARIRANG) ranked number one on the US Billboard main album chart ’Billboard 200’ for three consecutive weeks (first entering the chart on the April 4 issue). In the latest chart announced by Billboard on August 18 (issue dated August 22), it rose to 21st place, marking 21 consecutive weeks on the chart.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KATSEYE’s third mini-album, ″WILD,″ has reached number one on the Billboard 200, the main album chart in the United States. This marks KATSEYE’s first time topping the chart since their debut two years ago, and they have become the fourth female group to achieve a number one on the Billboard 200 since 2020, following Black Pink, NewJeans, and TWICE. According to Billboard, ″WILD″ recorded 170,000 units in its first week. Of these, album sales accounted for 145,000 copies, streaming equivalent albums (SEA) were 24,500 units, and track equivalent albums (TEA) were 500 units. This is the highest first-week figure ever recorded by a female group since the Billboard 200 introduced the album unit calculation method in December 2015. The Billboard 200 ranks albums by combining physical album sales, SEA (streaming counts converted to album sales), and TEA (digital track downloads converted to album sales). In this ranking, KATSEYE secured the top spot after competing with Stray Kids’ ″THIS & THAT,″ which was number one the previous week, and Phoebe Bridgers’ ″Lost Weekend,″ among others. The album includes the title track ″Hootie Frutti″ along with various other songs, with contributions from renowned producers such as HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk, pop star Ed Sheeran, Omer Fedi, and Blake Slatkin. KATSEYE was formed through the survival program ″The Debut: Dream Academy,″ a joint project between HYBE and Geffen Records under Universal Music, and debuted in the United States in 2024. Ahead of the release of ″WILD,″ the pre-release tracks ″Pinky Up″ and ″Animal″ reached 28th and 24th on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively. Additionally, KATSEYE has released numerous songs including ″Gnarly,″ ″Gabriela,″ and ″Internet Girl,″ achieving success on major charts in the US, UK, and other countries. KATSEYE won three awards at the 2026 American Music Awards, including ″New Artist of the Year,″ and were nominated in two categories at the 68th Grammy Awards. As of the 24th, their monthly listeners on Spotify totaled 38,281,654. Starting September 1, they will embark on their world tour, ″THE WILDWORLD TOUR,″ beginning in Dublin, Ireland, and visiting major cities across Europe and North America.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BIGBANG opened their world tour ″BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR ’XX : COSMOS’″ at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary. The concert took place over three days from August 21 to 23, and fans gave a warm welcome to BIGBANG, who performed together as a complete group for the first time in 8 years and 8 months. The performance featured a series of hit songs including ″FANTASTIC BABY,″ ″LOSER,″ ″BAE BAE,″ ″BANG BANG BANG,″ ″Haru Haru,″ ″Lies,″ ″Sunset Glow,″ and ″Last Farewell.″ Each member also showcased their distinct personality during their solo stages. Daesung presented trot and rock sounds with songs like ″Universe,″ ″Over the Limit,″ and ″Look at Me, Defector,″ while Taeyang delivered powerful performances with ″BAD,″ ″Ringa Linga,″ and ″Live Fast Die Slow.″ G-Dragon dominated the stage with ″Power,″ ″Crayon,″ and ″Crooked.″ Notably, the new song ″BiiiG″ was performed for the first time during this concert. The song quickly rose to number one on the music charts, proving BIGBANG’s enduring influence. The members were directly involved in the production of the concert, incorporating BIGBANG’s unique style into the setlist of over 30 songs, stage direction, and overall design. World-renowned production staff including Wow Jones, Mike Carson, and S. Devlin participated in the concert’s direction. The stage featured a 23-ton mobile LED screen and ″multi-motor torque synchronization″ technology, with graphics, lighting, lasers, and fireworks themed around planets, constellations, and the moon, emphasizing the ″COSMOS″ concept. A band session and 20 dancers joined the stage to complete a dynamic live performance. Fans of various generations filled the audience, with light sticks in yellow and blue illuminating the seats. According to the Korea Performing Arts Integrated System (KOPIS), 35,000 people attended each day on the 21st and 22nd, totaling about 70,000 attendees, and the total audience over the three days is expected to exceed 100,000. The members expressed their gratitude to fans, saying, ″We were happy to meet again in a large venue after a long time. There is nothing more beautiful than the process of growing together over 20 years.″ Taeyang added, ″It’s been 8 years and 8 months since our last concert. The 20 years have passed so quickly. At this rate, I wonder if we can perform energetically until we’re 88.″ This world tour will continue with a total of 33 shows in 19 cities worldwide, including North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia, starting with the Goyang concert. BIGBANG has established themselves as leaders of large-scale world tours with past tours like ″ALIVE GALAXY″ and ″MADE.″ Fans expressed that BIGBANG’s music has transcended generations and cherished the time they have grown alongside the members. The concert concluded with ″Spring Summer Fall Winter,″ sharing the significance of the 20th anniversary both on stage and in the audience.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Jung Pyung revealed his new profile picture on his SNS on the 24th. Jung Pyung posted three photos in various styles along with the caption, ″New profile. Jung Pyung.″ In the released photos, Jung Pyung attracted attention with his neatly styled hair and sharp facial features. In the black-and-white full-body photo, he matched a black T-shirt with wide pants, creating a simple yet sophisticated atmosphere. In the close-up photo wearing a denim shirt, he showed a soft and deep gaze, revealing his actor-like charm. Jung Pyung’s post also received a response from his wife, Moon Geun-young. Moon Geun-young publicly supported him by liking all three profile photo posts Jung Pyung uploaded. Jung Pyung and Moon Geun-young recently announced their marriage after a long relationship. It is known that instead of a grand wedding ceremony, they held a meal gathering with both families. Born in 1980, Jung Pyung is seven years older than Moon Geun-young. The two met through the tvN drama ″Catch the Ghost″ and developed from colleagues to lovers. Later, they worked together on the creative group ″Bachi″ project led by Moon Geun-young, and Jung Pyung also appeared in the short film ″Present Progressive″ directed by Moon Geun-young. Since his debut in 2007, Jung Pyung has been steadily active on musical and theater stages. He has appeared in various works such as the musicals ″Aida,″ ″Radio Star,″ ″Laundry,″ ″Agatha,″ and the play ″Eden Beauty Salon.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jaho Song will debut as a singer by releasing his first ballad single, ″A Love That Felt Too Much Like Fate to Call a Coincidence,″ at 12 PM on the 28th through major music platforms. This single is the first official music release by Jaho Song, who has been active in the fields of art and cultural arts. The song is a ballad that captures the feelings of love that remembers a fleeting encounter as fate. Han Gil, a producer and composer affiliated with Nextar Entertainment and composer Jo Youngsoo, wrote and composed the song. Han Gil has collaborated with various artists such as Hwang Chi-yeul, Davichi, Lee Chan-won, and Kassy. Jaho Song also directly participated in the artwork and visual concept production of the album. He has planned projects related to culture and arts and has recently continued content activities on various platforms such as YouTube. Jaho Song said, ″This album is not just about releasing a single song but a meaningful work that starts a new chapter in my life,″ and added, ″I hope those who listen to this song will reflect on the meaning of love.″ He also stated, ″I believe that the power of love transcends everything.″ Jaho Song gained attention in the past for his public relationship with Kara member Park Gyuri and recently attracted interest by sharing school stories with All Day Project member Annie.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 DJ Kim Tae-gyun of SBS Power FM’s ’Escape at Two O’clock Cultwo Show’ revealed the reason for his absence after 21 years. On the August 24 broadcast, Song Eun-yi and Shin Bong-sun appeared as special DJs. In the opening, Song Eun-yi explained that Kim Tae-gyun had an important matter he wanted to do as a father, so he took a day off. Song Eun-yi appeared on the ’Cultwo Show’ for the first time in five years and showed reliance on Shin Bong-sun, who joked that if there were any problems during today’s broadcast, it would all be Song Eun-yi’s responsibility, causing laughter. The two recalled memories of co-hosting SBS Power FM’s ’Song Eun-yi Shin Bong-sun’s Dong-Go-Dong-Rak’ together in the past and reminisced about those days. After gauging the audience’s reaction, Song Eun-yi expressed her determination to do her best today. Meanwhile, Kim Tae-gyun, born in 1972, got married in 2005 and has one son.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Japanese influencer Gamix apologized for the controversial ″eye-pulling″ gesture made while parodying a challenge video by San (real name Choi San) of the group ATEEZ. On the morning of the 24th, Gamix posted a video on his account along with a message saying, ″I sincerely apologize.″ In the video, Gamix, dressed in a black suit, bows and states, ″I sincerely apologize for the gesture I made.″ He continued, ″I also apologize to San, the members of ATEEZ, the fans, and the Korean community who were hurt and felt uncomfortable because of it.″ Gamix further explained, ″I am also Asian. I used that gesture as a self-deprecating humor to belittle myself. I have seen people overseas take racist derogatory expressions directed at them and turn those expressions into humor.″ He added, ″Similarly, as an East Asian, I thought naively that by humorously mocking myself with this discriminatory gesture (eye-pulling), I could somewhat lessen the weight and meaning of that discriminatory act.″ Gamix said, ″I have no hateful or dismissive feelings toward San, Koreans, or the K-pop community,″ and bowed his head, saying, ″Once again, I apologize to San of ATEEZ and to those who were hurt or offended by my actions.″ Earlier, on the 20th, Gamix posted a video on his account imitating ATEEZ’s ’BAD’ challenge. In the video, while continuing the challenge with a photo of San displayed at the bottom of the screen, he made a gesture pulling the corners of his eyes outward with both hands, sparking accusations of racism. He later deleted the video but posted an apology video after criticism continued.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Super Junior member Kim Heechul donated 100 million won to flood victims in the southern region. Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association announced on the 24th that Kim Heechul donated 100 million won to help neighbors affected by floods in the southern areas such as Geoje and Tongyeong. After hearing the severe flood news in the southern region that morning, Kim Heechul contacted the association directly, confirmed the donation account, and immediately transferred 100 million won. Kim Heechul said he learned that the damage was more severe than expected after seeing the news that the southern region was designated as a special disaster area by the government. He stated, ″I believe that once you decide to donate, you must act without hesitation on the spot for it to truly reach those in need,″ and added that many people might not be fully aware of the damage situation, urging more interest and participation. He continued, ″I hope this can provide some strength to those working hard on recovery in the heat and to the affected neighbors, and I support everyone returning to peaceful daily life as soon as possible.″ The donated funds will be used for recovery of the affected areas and restoration of the daily lives of disaster victims.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seventeen Hoshi recently attracted fans’ attention by sharing photos of his daily life on his SNS. He updated his status with a selfie taken in front of a mirror, wearing a black T-shirt paired with khaki pants. The space in the photo, featuring a dark-colored wall and a clothes hanger, created a calm atmosphere. In another photo, he caught the eye by posing naturally in the middle of the road with one hand in his pocket, wearing a black T-shirt and jeans accented with chain details. Hoshi showcased a comfortable yet stylish look by capturing small moments from his everyday life. Along with this, he also shared a photo of himself eating spaghetti at a restaurant with a wooden table. His hand, adorned with rings, holding a fork and spoon, gave a glimpse of a relaxed mealtime. Another photo featuring dessert and juice added a brighter and warmer vibe. Despite his busy days with various activities recently, Hoshi actively communicates with fans while showing his natural daily life. His simple outfits centered around black and his comfortable expressions especially highlighted his charm.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT showcased a variety of charms through a new concept photoshoot to welcome 2026. In the recently released photos, the members wore black outfits adorned with elaborate decorations, creating a chic and luxurious atmosphere. The members formed V signs with their fingers together and looked at the camera with bright smiles, conveying a cheerful and friendly teamwork. This photoshoot utilized a monochromatic background to highlight each member’s individuality and the team’s perfect harmony, radiating a strong presence without special props or complicated decorations. Fans expressed their excitement for the new season with NCT through the SNS hashtags #TIMA #NCT #WayV #NCTWISH #TIMA2026. NCT continues to communicate with global fans through consistent musical activities and diverse projects, drawing attention to their future endeavors through the unique charms of each member.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Dino of Seventeen has fired the starting shot for his full-fledged comeback by releasing the teaser for the music video of his new song, ″LIKE IT.″ In the teaser video released at 6 p.m. on the 24th, Dino is seen wearing a white top and bottom set with a hat, dancing with his arms raised on a black floor inscribed with the phrase ″LIKE IT.″ His sophisticated performance combined with a smiling expression while looking straight ahead hints at a more mature musical color. The new song ″LIKE IT″ is a track that features Dino’s intense beats and addictive melodies, showcasing his diverse musical talents and drawing high expectations. Especially with the release of this teaser, fans’ anticipation has grown even stronger. Meanwhile, Dino, the youngest member of Seventeen, is also actively promoting under his sub-character ″Picheolin.″ Recently, he made his first official appearance on the KBS1 show ″National Singing Contest″ as Picheolin, communicating with the public through various facets. Moving forward, Dino plans to continue meeting fans through various content, including the release of ″LIKE IT.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Renjun, a member of NCT DREAM, showcased a unique military-style outfit with a distinctive mood. He wore an ensemble harmonizing white and blue colors, accented with a ribbon decoration for a sophisticated touch. Expressing lively energy through a pose that involved lifting one leg and twisting his body, his smile while gazing straight ahead captivated viewers’ attention. The background featured a gray wall and a yellow floor line creating contrast, making Renjun’s stylish appearance stand out even more. The caption released with the photo included the message ″EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO″ along with hashtags commemorating NCT DREAM’s 10th anniversary. This is related to a new project or event celebrating the group’s 10th debut anniversary, raising fans’ anticipation. Meanwhile, NCT DREAM continues to receive steady love from domestic and international fans with their diverse concepts and performances, and they are reportedly planning a 10th anniversary party and special activities. The style Renjun presented this time is drawing attention as another symbol of their colorful transformations and growth.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TXT Yeonjun shared an update by revealing a relaxed moment from his daily life. Recently, Yeonjun posted several photos on his SNS with the brief caption ″out for a bit.″ In the photos, Yeonjun is wearing a gray short-sleeve t-shirt and white pants, sitting on a chair in front of a blue wall and window of a café, holding a drink. He rests his head on one hand, wears sunglasses, and gazes straight ahead, appearing deep in thought. There are also pictures of him leaning against a streetlight pole and showing his back in front of a mirror. In the photo with city buildings and traffic lights in the background, he completes a comfortable yet sophisticated style with an urban vibe. Yeonjun’s unique natural mood stands out, capturing the attention of fans. Meanwhile, Yeonjun has been gaining attention on the American stage day after day. He became the second-ever K-pop solo singer to appear on ABC’s Good Morning America Summer Concert Series, following BTS Jungkook, proving his outstanding skills. He also showed a powerful presence on the stage hosted by Billboard, solidifying his unique position as a solo artist. Recently, he has been actively promoting in the U.S. music market, continuing a global trajectory that transcends K-pop boundaries.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Song Ha-young shared a glimpse of her comfortable daily life and interacted with fans. Recently, Song Ha-young posted several photos on her personal Instagram wearing a black hoodie. In front of a dark background, she posed naturally, either wearing or touching the hood, with her long wavy hairstyle and almost expressionless direct gaze standing out. The simple style and calm atmosphere were prominent, conveying a friendly charm different from the glamorous image she usually shows on stage. In particular, Song Ha-young added a bear emoji to the photos, adding a cute sentiment. Fans responded warmly with comments such as ″You look comfortable, it’s nice″ and ″Your natural look is pretty.″ Meanwhile, Song Ha-young, as a member of the group fromis_9, is actively engaged in music activities and showcases various charms on different broadcasts. Recently, she attended the VIP movie premiere with fellow member Park Ji-won, continuing close communication with fans.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group IVE has been selected as ’The Hottest International Group,’ garnering enthusiastic attention from global music fans. Recently, IVE shared photos of the members holding a trophy on their official SNS with the hashtags ’260823 #TIMA #TIMA2026.’ In the photos, the members showcased a sophisticated style with black outfits, leather pants, and lace decorations, while one member smiled brightly making a V sign with her fingers. Another photo caught attention as the members stood side by side wearing white dresses and off-shoulder outfits, posing with heart signs toward the camera. IVE recently gained attention as members Jang Wonyoung and Sung Hanbin hosted the ’AAA 2026’ event, and they are actively working as a leading group at various domestic and international award ceremonies and festivals. The title of ’The Hottest International Group’ is seen as a result that solidifies IVE’s position in the global market. Going forward, IVE is expected to continue active promotions, communicating with global fans through their unique concepts and stage performances.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Jang Wonyoung shared an update with a neat checkered pattern knit vest style. Recently, Jang Wonyoung posted a photo on her SNS wearing a gray and white checkered knit vest. Against a solid color background, she gazed directly at the camera, creating a calm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The knit vest paired with a gray skirt emphasized a comfortable yet modern feel, showcasing Jang Wonyoung’s unique and stylish look. In the photo, natural poses—from crossing her arms to bringing her face close while looking straight ahead—caught the viewers’ attention. The emoticons ″🍀🧚🏻‍♀️″ posted along with the SNS post added a mystical and refreshing image, attracting fans’ interest. Recently, she has been communicating with fans by presenting a different charm through calm and everyday fashion, contrasting with her glamorous stage outfits. Jang Wonyoung has consistently engaged with fans by revealing friendly daily moments along with various style transformations. This time, she is capturing many eyes by showing elegant everyday fashion with a refined checkered knit vest outfit.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group RIIZE has released a teaser video for their third Japanese single album, ″Sunburst,″ raising anticipation among global fans. The new song, set to be officially released at midnight on August 26 (Korean and Japanese time), is RIIZE’s latest work prepared specifically for the Japanese market. The released teaser video features the members wearing black sleeveless T-shirts and holding food against a blurry green background illuminated by natural light, creating a mysterious and sophisticated atmosphere. A scene where a blonde-haired member looks straight ahead with a closed mouth hints at the song’s intense and fresh vibe. RIIZE has recently gained recognition in the North American market as well. Their mini-album 2 title track, ″Do Your Dance,″ entered the US Mediabase Top 40 radio chart for the first time, successfully securing overseas popularity. Additionally, they have proven their skills by performing on major stages such as ″Spotify House Seoul 2026″ and ″AAA 2026,″ attracting attention from music fans through diverse domestic and international activities. The Japanese single ″Sunburst″ is currently available for official pre-order and music saving through a link, with fans increasing their excitement ahead of the release. RIIZE’s activities toward the global market are expected to become even more active with this new song.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Yoon Eun-hye, formerly of Baby V.O.X, recently shared an update on her SNS. She caught attention by posting a photo of herself sitting at a piano wearing a black slip dress, showing her hands playing the keys. In a space where luxurious interior decorations and lighting harmonize, Yoon Eun-hye smiled facing forward, creating an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere. In her post, Yoon Eun-hye added a playful caption, ″Pretending to play well 🤪 haha haha,″ continuing witty communication with her fans. Her natural smile and comfortable pose made her feel even more approachable to her fans. Recently, Yoon Eun-hye has been actively engaging with her audience through her YouTube channel ’Yoon Eun-hye’s EUNHYELOGIN,’ sharing summer fragrance items and lifestyle tips. Additionally, news has been spreading about her considering various variety show appearances as well as drama and movie roles, steadily expanding her range of activities. Meanwhile, even after Baby V.O.X’s full-group activities, Yoon Eun-hye has maintained regular contact with her fans through various broadcasts and content. Many are paying close attention to her future endeavors.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group CORTIS released the expanded version of their second mini-album, GREENGREEN_playextended, including two new songs, at midnight on the 24th to celebrate their first debut anniversary. The album features newly introduced tracks such as MONEYMONEYMONEY and Pack It Up, raising fans’ expectations. CORTIS announced the album release by unveiling the MONEYMONEYMONEY music visualizer on their official SNS. In the video, CORTIS creates a sophisticated atmosphere by staring straight ahead with lips closed, wearing a gray T-shirt and holding their head with their hands against a dark background. They left a strong impression with short hair and a necklace. Since their debut, CORTIS has attracted attention with their unique musical style and fresh concepts. With this expanded album, they plan to further expand their musical world and showcase a more mature growth. The album is available on major music platforms including YouTube, receiving enthusiastic responses from fans. From their first year, CORTIS has been recognized for various musical experiments and stage performances. Through these new songs, they demonstrate evolved musical capabilities while increasing anticipation for their future activities. Music fans are focused on what new aspects CORTIS will reveal going forward.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Red Velvet’s Joy revealed a comfortable look in daily life wearing a black sleeveless top. Recently, Joy posted photos on SNS showing various expressions and poses in front of a background decorated with books and drawings. The serious look, as if deep in thought while touching her hair with one hand, contrasted with the peaceful expression of feeling relaxed with her eyes closed, catching attention. Headphones, a laptop, and a smartphone placed together suggest a scene from her working daily life. In another photo, she conveyed bright energy by making a ’V’ gesture. Especially with the black sleeveless top and neat hairstyle, Joy created a calm yet sophisticated atmosphere, fully showcasing her diverse charms from focused moments to natural smiles. Recently, Joy has been actively communicating with fans through Red Velvet’s summer mini-album ’Velvet Summer’ activities and is also presenting clear and delicate vocals as a solo singer. The newly released photos offer a glimpse into Joy’s daily life spending time on music work and personal moments, attracting fans’ interest.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Jeon Yu Jin has revealed a recent look that highlights an elegant charm. Recently, she showcased photos wearing light blue and yellow dresses against a black background, creating an enchanting atmosphere. In particular, the styling caught attention with a sophisticated touch added by a hairpin worn in her hair. Jeon Yu Jin expressed a calm yet strong image with a closed-mouth expression while looking straight ahead. In the yellow dress, she displayed a more emotional vibe by slightly lowering her head and looking to the side, showing off various charms. She also revealed a light blue outfit adorned with embroidery details throughout the dress, demonstrating her versatile style. Currently intensifying preparations for her stage performances, Jeon Yu Jin continues active communication with fans by sharing moments from both her daily life and the stage. In a photo holding gift bags and boxes, she wore a warm smile that seemed to convey gratitude, delighting those who saw it. As a young trot singer freely mastering various concepts and expanding her connection with the public, expectations for Jeon Yu Jin’s future endeavors are growing even higher.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group Super Junior member Choi Siwon spent meaningful time with the members after a long time. Choi Siwon recently shared several photos on his Instagram along with the caption, ″Members reunited after a long time. It’s definitely fun when we get together, but our minds are definitely all over the place. This is probably the last time we’ll all meet this year!″ In the photos, the members wore black suits and white shirts, smiling brightly at the camera indoors. The images showed them sitting close together, talking, and posing naturally, suggesting it was a rare gathering of all the members. The meeting appeared to take place in an atmosphere similar to an official event. As the members gradually gathered, they spent a warm and friendly time together, creating meaningful memories for their fans. Choi Siwon continues to actively communicate with fans, sharing moments of reading history-related books and expressing deep thoughts on social issues. This meeting holds even more special significance as it is likely the last schedule for all Super Junior members to gather this year. Fans expressed both joy and anticipation upon seeing the full group together after a long time.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Kim Jong-kook has introduced a new training collection in collaboration with the sportswear brand Ironstein, promoting a healthy lifestyle. The Adidas X Ironstein collaboration collection features functional apparel and accessories optimized for high-intensity training, with Kim Jong-kook personally involved in its development. Expanding beyond the traditional apparel lineup, the collection includes a variety of accessories such as hats, bags, and socks for the first time, combining practicality and style. The collection focuses on the message ″Breathe, Pause, Restart,″ designed to help reset the body and mind during repetitive exercise and challenging moments. It features a new material that quickly cools heat upon contact with the skin, maintaining comfort and providing a cool, comfortable fit until the very last moment. Through his social media, Kim Jong-kook introduced the collection, saying, ″Push, lift, run, and repeat again. Extreme training that leaves you breathless. What we need is training wear that cools heat the moment it touches the skin and keeps you comfortable until the last second.″ The released photoshoot shows him wearing gray workout clothes, demonstrating various exercise movements and vividly portraying a training scene. The collection will be available from August 15 at the Adidas online store and major outlets including Gangnam Brand Center, Lotte World Mall, Starfield Hanam, Anseong, Goyang, Hyundai I’Park, Shinsegae Centum, AK Bundang, and Hyundai Jungdong and Pangyo. Notably, a hybrid training session led by Kim Jong-kook himself is also scheduled, attracting consumer interest. Meanwhile, Kim Jong-kook recently concluded a successful encore performance of his 30th anniversary concert, The Originals, in Seoul, and continues to engage with fans through various entertainment activities and his YouTube channel. This collaboration is expected to strengthen both the brand and his image by connecting more closely with the public interested in exercise and health.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Alphadriveone began their comeback activities on the 24th at 6 PM by releasing their second mini-album ’UNBREAKABLE : 少年BEAST’ through various music streaming platforms. This album includes a total of seven tracks: the title song ’BORN DIRE,’ ’Diamond Hour,’ ’One More Time,’ ’Talk to me,’ ’OMG!,’ ’Good Life,’ and ’WELCOME home.’ The track ’Diamond Hour’ samples Jeon Yuna’s ’What Love Is,’ blending classic sensibilities with modern production. ’One More Time’ is a minimal hip-hop song expressing confidence through stylish FX sounds and heavy bass. ’Talk to me’ portrays the excitement and romance of summer with a dreamy and delicate atmosphere. ’OMG!’ and ’Good Life’ were included in the prologue single ’No School Tomorrow’ released last May. The final track, ’WELCOME home,’ was performed during their first global fan concert tour ’STAR ROAD,’ with lyrics written by the members themselves. Their agency, Wakeone, described this album as ″an album themed around the growing pains of youth shaken by prejudice and stigma.″ The title track ’BORN DIRE’ carries a message of continuing to race forward despite the chaos of control, featuring a sound that modernly reinterprets the raw energy of British rave and punk. Wakeone stated, ″Alphadriveone will enhance the song’s immersion with a ’cinematic performance’ characterized by a well-structured composition like watching a movie.″ Alphadriveone debuted in January with their first mini-album ’EUPHORIA.’ They became a million-seller upon debut and ranked high on major domestic and international music charts. They achieved four music show wins and won a total of eight awards, including rookie and main awards, at major domestic and international award ceremonies. Alphadriveone is the debut group from Mnet’s idol survival program ’Boys2Planet.’ All tracks from the second mini-album and the music video for the title track were released on various online music platforms at 6 PM on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Moon Ji-in recently shared her daily life at a postpartum care center. On the 23rd, Moon Ji-in posted photos of the meals and gifts provided at the postpartum care center on her personal SNS. The menu included neatly arranged Korean side dishes such as bulgogi, namul, and dongchimi, as well as various foods like steak, asparagus, and cherry tomatoes. Moon Ji-in expressed her satisfaction with the meal by writing, ″Luxury, luxury.″ She also updated her condition after giving birth, saying, ″At the care center, I’m starting to come to my senses.″ She added, ″Mother and child rooming-in for 14 hours. They tell me to rest, but I don’t want to be separated from the baby. But resting is probably the right thing to do.″ The postpartum care center where Moon Ji-in is staying charges different rates depending on the room, with the most expensive room costing 25 million won for two weeks and 35 million won for three weeks. Moon Ji-in married comedian Kim Ki-ri in 2024. The couple announced the pregnancy themselves last March, and it was reported that they gave birth to a son on the 7th. After experiencing a miscarriage in the past, she received many congratulations upon announcing her pregnancy again. At that time, Moon Ji-in said, ″During that confusing time of continuous failures, I was very grateful that life came back to me on its own.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Shim Hyun-seop revealed his newlywed life through MBN’s ’Altoran.’ On the show, Shim Hyun-seop’s home had the atmosphere of a newlywed couple, with a note left by his wife on the water purifier saying ″Remember to take blood pressure medicine″ and photos of the two scattered around. His wife prepared Shim Hyun-seop’s breakfast with boiled eggs and mulberry water. Shim Hyun-seop asked for the eggs to be boiled so they would be easy to peel, and his wife peeled the eggs for him. Shim Hyun-seop explained that the mulberry water was prepared by his mother-in-law, who collected it directly from the mountains. He expressed his gratitude to his mother-in-law and said, ″It’s nice to have someone take care of me in the morning.″ Shim Hyun-seop’s wife also helped with grooming, such as beard trimming, ear hair care, and applying sunscreen. The broadcast also showed him asking his wife about his outfit. Seeing this, Danian mentioned that the wife does all the housework, to which Shim Hyun-seop replied, ″I’m very patriarchal. I have no charm.″ Shim Hyun-seop married Jung Young-rim, who is 11 years younger, whom he met on TV Chosun’s variety show ’Joseon’s Lover’ last year. The couple is undergoing in vitro fertilization for their second child, and his wife recently experienced a second failure and is preparing for the third attempt.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seolhyun shared her daily travel experiences in Phu Quoc through her YouTube channel. Seolhyun traveled to Phu Quoc with her friends and spent the first day swimming in a private pool late at night after arriving at the resort. The next morning, she started the day with a run, spent time on the beach in front of the resort, enjoyed swimming in the main pool at night, and finished the day by eating various kinds of ramen. On the third day, Seolhyun continued her morning run and had a special experience by ordering floating breakfast to eat in the pool. Afterwards, she enjoyed swimming in the main pool wearing a red bikini and also did a mukbang of shaved ice. Seolhyun said, ″I thought I wasn’t hungry, but this has nothing to do with being hungry,″ while eating the shaved ice. In the evening, she watched fireworks and a spectacular show. Seolhyun shared her thoughts on the performance, saying, ″I was completely immersed and couldn’t close my mouth.″ She also revealed a selfie with uneven eyelids, saying, ″I enjoyed it so much that I got double eyelids from the fatigue.″ Seolhyun continued her morning runs until the last day and wrapped up her trip by experiencing a safari, Vietnamese restaurants, and massages. She said, ″Phu Quoc was a place where I laughed a lot and spent my time smiling. I hope this joyful energy was conveyed beyond the screen.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Ki Eun-se revealed her summer vacation in Mallorca, Spain. Recently, Ki Eun-se posted several photos on her SNS posing against the beautiful scenery of Mallorca. She shared multiple pictures with the caption, ″Beautiful Mallorca and Belmond Hotel. Truly impossible to organize the photo album.″ In the photos, Ki Eun-se enjoyed playing in the water with the sea and sky as the backdrop or leisurely swimming at the beach, fully enjoying her vacation. Additionally, she shared more beach photos with the caption ″Second sea.″ Ki Eun-se caught attention wearing a monokini swimsuit that showcased her slim figure without any excess fat. She displayed a sophisticated styling with a swimsuit that revealed her shoulder line and waist. Ki Eun-se married a Korean-American businessman in 2012 but announced their divorce in 2023. She is currently actively communicating with fans through broadcasting and SNS.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On the 24th, Kim Yoon-joo of Oksang Dalbit posted a photo with her husband Kwon Jung-yeol (10CM) on her account, captioned ″Quite close.″ The photo shows Kim Yoon-joo and Kwon Jung-yeol enjoying a date, with Kwon Jung-yeol resting his face on Kim Yoon-joo’s shoulder in a tender pose. It is rare for this couple’s photo to be revealed, and netizens left various comments such as ″You look beautiful,″ ″They must be dating,″ ″It’s been a while since a lovestagram,″ and ″A precious photo.″ Kim Yoon-joo is a member of the two-person singer-songwriter group Oksang Dalbit and married Kwon Jung-yeol of 10CM in 2014.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Family medicine specialist Heo Yang-im revealed the recent status of her son Seung-jae through her YouTube channel. Heo Yang-im previously stated that she started the YouTube channel to share medical information as a doctor and to update her own status after her divorce. Ko Ji-yong and Heo Yang-im announced their divorce from two years ago recently. They explained that they had hidden the divorce to protect their son Seung-jae, who had appeared on broadcasts in the past. After the divorce news was made public, both of them mentioned their son Seung-jae. On the early morning of the 19th, Ko Ji-yong posted a photo of young Seung-jae on his SNS with the caption, ″Always miss you, my baby boy.″ Currently, Heo Yang-im has custody of Seung-jae. On the 21st, Heo Yang-im uploaded a video titled ″Heo Yang-im Vlog 002″ on YouTube. In the video, Heo Yang-im visited Incheon Airport to welcome Seung-jae, who had just returned from a ski camp in New Zealand that lasted about four weeks. At the airport, Heo Yang-im expressed her delight by saying to her son, ″You’ve grown taller? Your legs are really strong?″ Seung-jae showed his growth by asking his mother about the hospital and how she had been.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Ahn Sun-young candidly revealed her past obsession with luxury brands. In a video released on the 20th on the channel ″Ahn Sun-young’s Double Life,″ Ahn mentioned the intimidation she felt at luxury department stores, saying, ″There was a time when it was obvious I wasn’t part of that world. You know that intimidating atmosphere when you go to a luxury department store?″ She continued, ″When an employee wearing gloves comes out and says, ’Please wait,’ ’I’ll get it for you,’ ’Don’t touch,’ I would feel so intimidated that I couldn’t buy anything and just left,″ recalling her experience. Ahn also revealed that after accumulating shallow wealth, she bought many logo-play brand products. She said, ″I had anxiety about not belonging to that group. Then, after forming shallow wealth, I bought a lot of logo-play brand items,″ adding, ″It was basically a way to show off, like saying, ’I’ve now surpassed this level.’″ She also said that the desire to show off appears in human relationships. Ahn explained, ″When meeting other parents, some people talk a lot about their husband’s job when their own name isn’t known, or they talk a lot about their in-laws, or even when no one asks, they say things like, ’My father owns a shopping mall there,’ or they emphasize their surroundings, packaging, or logo play a lot. Those people often have low self-esteem.″ She advised, ″Those people, even when treated the same, always reach a point where they say, ’Are you looking down on me?’ They are very emotionally unstable based on their own standards. So, people who talk a lot about their surroundings more than themselves—whether it’s acquaintances, background, or material possessions—often lack their own essence and prefer to show off or emphasize their surroundings rather than themselves.″ Meanwhile, Ahn Sun-young revealed through her personal channel in 2023 that her appearance fee for a 60-minute live home shopping broadcast is about 15 million won, adding, ″This is the result of a career built diligently over more than 20 years.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Hong Jin-young shared a relaxed daily life moment drinking beer through her SNS. On the 22nd, Hong Jin-young posted several photos on her personal account, sharing her experience of drinking beer. She said, ″As someone who is not good with alcohol, I wanted to set the mood and tried to have a glass of beer. After three sips, I turned red like in the third photo, and it’s no secret that I got a little tipsy alone.″ She added, ″If people say I’m bad at drinking, I don’t believe it... People say I look like someone who can drink well, right? But appearances can be deceiving.″ In the released photos, Hong Jin-young posed holding a beer glass while looking at the camera in an outdoor atmosphere. She showed a comfortable yet sophisticated style by matching a navy cap, sleeveless top, and long skirt. In another photo, she posed with palm trees and exotic interior in the background, revealing her silhouette in a form-fitting outfit. Meanwhile, Hong Jin-young was born in 1985, debuted in 2007 as part of the group Swan, and gained much love with her 2009 solo song ″Love Battery.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong shared thoughts on life and love that changed after meeting his pet dog Siwol. In a recent interview with the fashion magazine Esquire, Lim Young Woong named ″love″ as the most important value in life. When asked what value he would like to add to the greeting exchanged with fans, ″Good health and happiness,″ Lim Young Woong replied, ″It’s so obvious and cliché, but love. Sincerely.″ He emphasized that he has always conveyed love to fans at concerts and said that people should love. He mentioned that meeting his pet dog Siwol was the turning point that deepened his thoughts on love. Lim Young Woong revealed that his life changed after meeting Siwol and expressing love, and these days he resolves to practice love in every moment. He also expressed affection for the fandom ″Heroic Age.″ When told that loving Lim Young Woong could be healing for fans, he said he would be grateful if he could be such a presence. He also shared stories about his daily life. Lim Young Woong said that when he gets hooked on a certain food, he tends to eat the same menu repeatedly for a while, and recently he has been enjoying butter chicken curry. Regarding his attire, he explained that he reduces unnecessary worries by deciding what to wear in advance depending on the situation. Meanwhile, Lim Young Woong is scheduled to hold his second stadium concert, ″IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2,″ at Goyang Sports Complex in September.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seoin-young and Nam Yoo-jung each took the stage at ’Waterbomb Sokcho 2026,’ held on the 22nd at Hanwha Resort Seorak Sorano in Jangsa-dong, Sokcho City, Gangwon Province. Although they performed at the same event on the same day, netizens’ reactions to their stage videos showed contrasting views. Comments on Seoin-young’s stage mentioned positive reactions from the现场 (现场:现场/audience). Netizens highly praised the performance itself, saying things like, ″Seoin-young got the best response and totally rocked the stage,″ ″She looks coolest when singing and dancing,″ and ″No worries about her live singing.″ Interest in her preparation process also followed. Seoin-young revealed on her YouTube channel ’Seo In-young, who has turned over a new leaf’ (Seo In-young, who has turned over a new leaf: Reformed Seoin-young) that she lost 4kg over a month, reducing her weight to about 46kg, saying, ″I really only ate eggs and protein,″ and ″I felt so dizzy because I ate nothing.″ She also disclosed that she underwent liposuction under general anesthesia for her upper arm line. Regarding her outfit, when the production team asked, ″Are you dancing wearing only underwear?″ she replied, ″Yes,″ showed her waistline directly, and said, ″No belly fat. It’s an ant waist.″ There was also mention that she spent her entire appearance fee on preparing for the performance. Comments about this preparation process included, ″She practiced dancing a lot and even had liposuction for Waterbomb. Truly great effort,″ and ″It’s amazing and cool that she completely let go and then shaped herself up that much in a short time.″ On the other hand, comments on Nam Yoo-jung’s stage video were mostly of a different tone, such as ″She shined more when she was in the group,″ ″Looks like she doesn’t work out at all,″ and ″If that’s the case, why did she join Brave Girls?″ Some questioned whether it was live singing, with comments like ″Is it even lip-sync?″ but the actual lip-sync status was not confirmed. On the 21st, Nam Yoo-jung mentioned her Waterbomb appearance on the YouTube channel ’Tip’ (Tip: Ttip), saying, ″Many people were curious. They were wondering, ’What song is she going to perform?’″ After leaving Brave Girls in 2024, Nam Yoo-jung started acting and this was her first solo stage at Waterbomb. She said, ″Even when I was in the team, I never released a solo. On one hand, it’s a burden, but on the other, it’s enjoyable to be on stage again after a long time.″ She recently released a remake of Park Myung-soo’s ’Prince of the Sea’ and is about to release a remake of Uhm Jung-hwa’s ’Invitation.’ After the performance videos were released, some netizens left comments directly comparing Seoin-young and Nam Yoo-jung. One netizen wrote, ″Seoin-young did liposuction and ate only eggs for a month to perform at Waterbomb, but this person seems to have come comfortably.″ Although they performed on the same stage on the same day, the reactions in the comment sections toward the two were very different.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Since Woo Seo-yoon, the daughter of Woo Ji-won, was selected as Miss Korea 2026, suspicions of plastic surgery have been raised mainly on online communities and social media. After the recent news of Woo Seo-yoon’s Miss Korea win was announced, photos presumed to be from the past spread online, sparking controversy over changes in her appearance. Along with this, some online communities have been revisiting the case of Kim Yoo-mi, who was crowned Miss Korea in 2012. When Kim Yoo-mi was crowned Miss Korea in 2012, photos from her school days were also revealed, leading to suspicions of plastic surgery. She later gained attention by admitting to having undergone plastic surgery on broadcasts. Netizens are showing various reactions by comparing Kim Yoo-mi’s case with Woo Seo-yoon’s situation. Since winning Miss Korea, Kim Yoo-mi has worked as an actress, appearing in several dramas such as Tomorrow Cantabile, The Greatest Love, and Radiant Office.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group STAYC successfully completed the first performance of their 2026 fan concert tour, ’STAY CLOSER,’ in Seoul. STAYC (Sumin, Sieun, Isa, Seeun, Yoon, J) kicked off the fan concert tour ’STAY CLOSER’ on the 22nd and 23rd at Blue Square Woori WON Banking Hall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. In this performance, STAYC started the stage with ’Bubble’ and ’2 L0VE,’ drawing enthusiastic responses from the audience. They then added a summer vibe with ’Teddy Bear’ and ’I WANT IT,’ followed by a medley of title tracks including ’RUN2U,’ ’POPPY,’ ’Cheeky Icy Thang,’ ’GPT,’ ’BEBE,’ ’ASAP,’ and ’STEREOTYPE.’ During the stage of their debut song ’SO BAD,’ they showcased their grown skills and stage presence. They also performed tracks from their albums such as ’Beat My Love,’ ’Honestly,’ ’SLOW DOWN,’ and ’Where you at,’ revealing their musical spectrum. Solo stages were also prepared for each member: Isa performed T-ara’s ’Bo Peep Bo Peep,’ Sumin performed HyunA’s ’Bubble Pop!,’ Seeun performed Woo Hyo’s ’Dandelion,’ Yoon performed Younha’s ’Mangrove,’ J performed Jennie’s ’Mantra,’ and Sieun performed Ariana Grande’s ’Greedy.’ At this performance, the Korean version of ’MWUAH,’ the title track from their first Japanese full-length album ’STAY ALIVE’ released last February, was revealed for the first time. After the show, STAYC shared their thoughts, saying, ″Starting the fan concert with the Seoul performance, thanks to the great support and love from the fans today, we feel we can continue the upcoming performances with strength.″ STAYC took group photos with fans and responded to encore requests, staying with fans until the very end. After the Seoul performance, STAYC will continue their fan concert tour, visiting global cities including Manila, Macau, Taipei, Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Choi Yena successfully concluded the encore concerts of ’2026 YENA ENCORE LIVE ’ on the 22nd and 23rd at Jangchung Arena in Jung-gu, Seoul. This encore concert was newly arranged by condensing the highlights of the previous performances and showcased various attractions befitting the title ’The Movie.’ It served as the finale of a tour that visited major Asian cities including Seoul, Macau, Taipei, Hong Kong, and Tokyo, meeting global fans. The performance featured a variety of songs such as ″Catch Catch,″ ″Nemo Nemo,″ ″I Hate Being Called Nice,″ ″Sugar,″ ″As Long as It’s Not You,″ ″Damn U,″ and ″Lxxk 2 U.″ Notably, members of IZ*ONE made surprise appearances during the ″Sugar″ stage, with Hitomi joining on the 22nd and Jo Yuri on the 23rd. As guests, B.O performed ″Love War,″ ″Counting Stars,″ and ″LOVE me″ on the 22nd, while Paul Kim presented ″Question Mark,″ ″At the Han River,″ and ″Every Day, Every Moment″ on the 23rd. NOWIMYOUNG also pre-released the stage for ″Rare Woman,″ a remake performed with Choi Yena, along with ″AH AH″ and ″KISS KISS KISS.″ Choi Yena actively communicated with fans through the ″Catch Catch″ challenge and the ″364″ cheering method. She also prepared a medley stage covering songs from her IZ*ONE days to her solo tracks, encapsulating moments of her career in one performance. The concert’s latter part continued the excitement with an encore stage. At the end of the concert, Choi Yena expressed her heartfelt emotions toward her fans, shedding tears of gratitude. She said, ″There was a time when I was afraid and worried whether anyone would find me as a solo artist after the group activities ended. I feel like all the time I have dreamed and worked hard for this moment, and how much I love and long for the stage, is all reflected in this stage. I will never forget today for the rest of my life.″ She continued, ″Thank you so much for not forgetting Yena and coming to see me. I will repay the love I have received with fresh and memorable performances in the future. I want to become an idol and artist who is not a momentary ’bestseller,’ but a ’steady seller’ that people keep coming back to over time.″ Meanwhile, besides her music activities, Choi Yena is receiving love calls from various brands in alcohol, gaming, and skincare sectors, and is currently appearing as an MC on the SBS variety show ″My Remaining Love.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tempest member Hanbin released his first solo digital single ″No Fear″ at 6 p.m. on the 24th, four years after his debut. This single contains a total of two songs: the title track ″No Fear (Feat. punchnello)″ and the B-side ″Air,″ with Hanbin participating in the lyrics for all tracks. The title track is a high-energy dance pop genre that captures Hanbin’s energy, featuring rapper punchnello who contributed to the lyrics and featured in the song. The B-side ″Air″ is based on EDM sounds and conveys the message that anywhere becomes a festival when Hanbin is there. Hanbin previously previewed performances of ″No Fear (Feat. punchnello)″ and ″Air″ through a special busking event held at Everland. Through this solo single, Hanbin emphasized his identity as ″Heung Hanbin,″ combining his real name ″Ngo Ngoc Hung″ with the Korean sentiment of ″Heung.″ Hanbin’s first solo single ″No Fear″ was released on various online music platforms.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jannabi successfully completed their first Asia tour, ’JANNABI 1st Asia Tour .’ The tour took place in seven cities across seven countries, starting in Taipei last June, followed by Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Jakarta. In each city, Jannabi performed various songs including their signature track, ″For Hesitant Lovers,″ and the local audiences enthusiastically sang along in Korean. For every show, they prepared translated lyrics in the local language or arranged stages covering songs from each region to connect with their fans. In Taipei, they performed ″Cheung Mi Mi″; in Tokyo, Seiko Matsuda’s ″SWEET MEMORIES″ and Yutaka Ozaki’s ″I LOVE YOU″; in Singapore, Kit Chan’s ″Home″; and in Hong Kong, Jannabi’s own song ″HONG KONG.″ For the shows in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, they added different songs to the existing setlist, creating diverse performances. Especially after the Malaysia concert, there was a strong response on social media, and Jannabi also participated in donations for earthquake victims in Indonesia during the tour. After the tour, Choi Jung-hoon shared, ″Although it was our first tour, I was truly happy. I never dreamed that so many local fans in each city would be waiting for us. It was a miraculous event, and I am very grateful.″ He added, ″Many JF (the fandom name) who have been with us from Korea also came along. I want to repay the support we received with even stronger and more meaningful love.″ Jannabi will hold the ’JANNABI 2nd KSPO DOME CONCERT’ at the KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, Seoul, from October 23 to 25. Following their first solo KSPO DOME stage last year with ″All the Boys and Girls 2125,″ they will perform their second concert on the same stage. Choi Jung-hoon and Kim Do-hyung said, ″We are preparing a newer and more diverse program for the KSPO DOME concert. Please look forward to it and show your interest.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Jaejoong and Kim Junsu have confirmed their second tour concert under the name JX. The JX 2026 TOUR CONCERT will take place in six cities, starting in Incheon in October, followed by Kobe, Macau, Osaka, Taipei, and Yokohama. According to the poster released on the 24th via JX’s official SNS, the Incheon concerts will be held from October 9 to 11, Kobe on November 3 and 4, Macau on November 7, Osaka on November 14 and 15, Taipei on November 21, and Yokohama from December 4 to 6. Kim Jaejoong and Kim Junsu celebrated their 20th debut anniversary in 2024 by holding their first solo concert under the name JX, titled ’IDENTITY,’ in Korea and Japan. This tour marks their return to the stage as JX after two years. The two continue their joint concerts under the name JX, derived from the first letters of their stage names. Details on venues and ticketing schedules for the JX 2026 TOUR CONCERT in each region will be announced later.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS has released the official visualizer for the new song ″MONEYMONEYMONEY.″ This visualizer was produced by BIGHIT MUSIC and is known to have been created in Seoul. In the video, CORTIS delivers lyrics centered around money along with an energetic performance, repeating the phrase ″MONEY.″ The lyrics include confident expressions about money such as ″I got MONEY in my pocket″ and unique lines like ″Now I can’t take the bus, can’t take the taxi, so I’d rather max out MONEY until I turn to ashes.″ Various themes appear, including business class boarding, luxury bags, and experiences at the airport. Various official channels to connect with CORTIS were also introduced. You can check CORTIS’s updates on multiple platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Weverse, X (Twitter), Facebook, and Weibo. BIGHIT MUSIC holds partial copyright to this video and has stated that unauthorized reproduction violates relevant laws.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yang Ji-won, formerly of Spica, announced her marriage and pregnancy. On the 24th, Yang Ji-won revealed on her SNS, ″Everyone, I am getting married,″ and shared that although the wedding was originally planned for early next year, it was moved up due to the news of a new life. She said she will become a mother in the year she turns forty. Her fiancé is musical actor Yang Jun-mo, and the two shared photos together. Yang Ji-won described her fiancé as ″in some ways really different, and in other ways very similar,″ adding, ″He helps me see things I hadn’t noticed.″ She added, ″Loving this person makes me grow up one step more.″ Regarding the sudden changes, Yang Ji-won expressed feeling ″still dazed,″ but also stated, ″I intend to learn one by one with a grateful heart and adapt well.″ She also asked, ″Please bless the new journey we are starting.″ Meanwhile, Yang Jun-mo married composer Maeng Sung-yeon in April 2009 and had a daughter in 2015. He announced that he ended the marriage last year. Their daughter is currently in elementary school. Yang Jun-mo shared on SNS, ″Above all, I hoped that my young daughter would not be hurt or exposed to unnecessary attention.″ Yang Ji-won debuted with Spica in 2012 and began her acting career starting with the 2015 drama Divorce Lawyer in Love. She signed an exclusive contract with X Directors in February last year. Recently, she announced her upcoming appearance in the 2025 play Eui’s Praise. Spica members attended Yang Ji-won’s wedding photoshoot, continuing their friendship even after the group disbanded.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Sam Kim appeared on the tvN variety show ″You Quiz on the Block″ and shared his experiences from studying abroad in the United States. In the preview video, Sam Kim acknowledged the story of sleeping with a knife tied to his hand in response to Yoo Jae-suk’s question, revealing that he worked hard to improve his knife skills. He said, ″I was very proud of my knife skills. I really thought a lot about needing to be good at cutting.″ He also addressed the risk of injury while sleeping, saying, ″It wasn’t a sharp knife; it was a knife covered with a sheath that I tied securely and held while sleeping,″ emphasizing the importance of grip. Sam Kim explained that as an Asian, he believed fast and precise knife skills were necessary to hold his position and grow in the restaurant. He revealed that even on his days off, he would buy ingredients from the restaurant menu and practice repeatedly, saying, ″I never knew when an opportunity would come to me, so I always bought ingredients and practiced.″ The episode of ″You Quiz on the Block″ featuring Sam Kim will air on Wednesday the 26th at 8:45 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 After YouTuber Park Wi released the CCTV footage of his fall accident, controversy arose, leading him to delete the video and post an apology. Along with this, as of 9:40 a.m. on the 24th, the number of subscribers to Park Wi’s YouTube channel was recorded at 997,000, dropping below one million. On the 21st, Park Wi shared a video titled ″The Reason for Releasing the CCTV Footage,″ showing the moment he fell while descending a KTX ramp in a wheelchair. He explained that the accident occurred because the foot of a social service worker was placed on the ramp, causing the wheelchair wheel to get caught. Park Wi stated that the social service worker did not act intentionally and apologized politely immediately after the accident. After the video was released, there were criticisms online that it was inappropriate to expose even the simple mistake of the social service worker. Some netizens commented, ″Disability is not power,″ ″Now, who would willingly help disabled people when they ask for assistance? This is how prejudice continues,″ and ″Why is he apologizing to us? The person Park Wi should apologize to is the social service worker.″ As the controversy grew, Park Wi deleted the video and posted an apology saying, ″I did not consider the position of the worker who did their best to help me on site and apologized politely,″ and ″I only thought negatively about the mistake that occurred in the process of helping me better. My way of conveying this was immature and thoughtless.″ Despite Park Wi’s apology, the controversy continues with various opinions from railway engineers, social service workers, wheelchair users, and others. One engineer argued, ″Sometimes the foot is used to hold down the wheelchair lift to prevent it from rising,″ and ″This case also appears to be an accidental incident, not intentional.″ A person who identified themselves as a social service worker at KORAIL said, ″We do our best to assist disabled and elderly passengers,″ and expressed that it is hard to understand why the video was released, causing more controversy after an apology had already been made. Another individual who identified as a wheelchair user said that while the accident itself should not have happened, they questioned the necessity of releasing the video. A mother of a 10-year-old autistic child and a fan of Park Wi also pointed out that the video could cause further wounds and discrimination.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On the SBS variety show ″Running Man,″ Haha revealed that he was offered a role in the Hollywood movie ″The Lord of the Rings″ but declined due to the filming schedule of ″Running Man.″ In the episode aired on the 23rd, a ″Manager Kang″ race was held to present a gift to camera director Kang Chan-hee, who has been with the show since the first episode. On that day, the members participated in various games, including group missions and dart competitions. In the opening, Yoo Jae-suk brought up the story that Haha had been cast in a major Hollywood film. Haha hesitated before revealing that the project that reached out to him was ″The Lord of the Rings.″ When the members expressed surprise, Haha explained, ″I was one of twelve friends and received the offer as the representative of Asia.″ He added, ″I even completed the profile shoot and was asked to clear my schedule for about a month, but since the ’Running Man’ filming was scheduled first, I declined the role.″ When Ji Suk-jin asked if it was a project featuring the original ″The Lord of the Rings″ actors, Haha replied, ″They are all gathering.″ The members expressed regret, saying, ″Haha, why didn’t you do it?″ and Haha defended himself by saying, ″I was going to.″ Yoo Jae-suk and Ji Suk-jin joked, asking, ″Could it be a spin-off or another project?″ Instead of taking the opportunity to appear in ″The Lord of the Rings,″ Haha chose ″Running Man″ and personally spent 500,000 won to buy wild ginseng as a gift for director Kang Chan-hee. Director Kang received a director’s chair and the wild ginseng as gifts.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Cats Eye has reached number one on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200, with their third mini-album, ″Wild.″ Billboard announced in a chart preview article on the 22nd (local time) that ″Wild″ debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart dated August 29, 2026. This is the first time Cats Eye, who debuted in 2024, has topped this chart. With this achievement, Cats Eye became the fourth girl group to top the Billboard main chart since 2020, following Black Pink, NewJeans, and TWICE. This accomplishment surpassed works such as Phoebe Bridgers’ ″Lost Weekend″ and Stray Kids’ ″This and That.″ Additionally, Cats Eye also ranked second on the UK Official Albums Chart. The Billboard 200 chart ranks albums based on ″album units,″ which combine physical album sales, streaming equivalent albums (SEA), and track equivalent albums (TEA). ″Wild″ recorded 170,000 album units, including 145,000 in album sales, 24,500 SEA, and 500 TEA. ″Wild″ is an album expressing Cats Eye embracing their inner selves as they move toward instinct and freedom. The title track ″Fruity″ features participation from renowned producers such as HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk, pop star Ed Sheeran, Omer Fedi, and Blake Slatkin. The album was released on the 14th. Cats Eye was formed through the survival program ″The Debut: Dream Academy,″ a joint project between HYBE and Geffen Records under Universal Music in the US. They debuted in the US in 2024 with hit songs like ″Gnarly″ and ″Gabriela,″ and were nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards last February. They also won three awards, including ″New Artist of the Year,″ at the 2026 American Music Awards and received two nominations at the 68th Grammy Awards. Starting with ″Gnarly,″ Cats Eye has consecutively charted five songs on the Billboard Hot 100: ″Gabriela,″ ″Internet Girl,″ ″PINKY UP,″ and ″Animal.″ Including their collaboration with LE SSERAFIM and Eyelet, this marks their sixth chart entry overall. ″Animal″ debuted at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart dated August 8, surpassing the previous record of number 28 set by ″PINKY UP″ in April. ″Animal″ is a pop track that expresses inner instincts and wildness through lively rhythms and dynamic beats. Their previous works ″Internet Girl″ and ″PINKY UP″ drew attention with funky electronic sounds, EDM-influenced repetitive hooks, and bold performances, while ″Animal″ highlights the members’ diverse vocal tones and matured vocals. Cats Eye operates based on HYBE’s ″multi-home, multi-genre″ strategy and ″K-pop methodology,″ led by chairman Bang Si-hyuk.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Big Bang opened their world tour ″XX : COSMOS″ at Goyang Sports Complex Stadium to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary. The concert took place over three days from the 21st to the 23rd and was sold out. Performing as a trio, Big Bang presented a setlist and performances that condensed their 20 years of musical journey. Starting with Big Bang’s representative songs such as ″FANTASTIC BABY,″ ″HANDS UP,″ and ″TONIGHT,″ the hit parade continued with ″BLUE,″ ″LOSER,″ ″IF YOU,″ ″BAD BOY,″ ″BAE BAE,″ ″Haru Haru,″ and ″Lies.″ The audience filled the venue with sing-alongs and cheers. In the middle of the concert, each member performed solo stages. Daesung delivered an energetic performance with songs like ″Han Do Choa″ and ″Look at Me, Defector,″ while Taeyang showcased groove and performance with ″RINGA LINGA″ and ″LIVE FAST DIE SLOW.″ G-Dragon demonstrated a unique presence with ″POWER,″ ″Crayon,″ and ″Crooked.″ Taeyang communicated with the audience, saying, ″Isn’t the cosmos so beautiful?″ Daesung said, ″I can see all your expectations and your desire to have fun. My desire to sing more, dance more, and enjoy more is overflowing.″ Big Bang premiered the stage for their new song ″BiiiG,″ released on the 19th. This song was co-written and composed by G-Dragon, and the stage blended the personalities of the three members. Along with the new song release, the possibility of additional new songs being revealed was mentioned. Daesung said, ″Isn’t it a bit disappointing to end the 20th-anniversary activities with just one song, ’BiiiG’?″ Taeyang joked, ″If we end like this, it’s not ’BiiiG’ but ’X Small’.″ G-Dragon raised expectations for additional activities by saying, ″If we do it, we’ll do it right away.″ The members shared their feelings about releasing new songs after 4 years and 4 months and performing after 8 years and 8 months. Daesung said, ″It’s amazing,″ and Taeyang said, ″Twenty years have passed really quickly. At this rate, I think we can perform energetically until we’re 88 years old.″ G-Dragon reflected on the 20 years, saying, ″This is Big Bang’s 20th-anniversary world tour. It started in 2006 and now it’s 2026.″ The concert ended with an encore stage featuring ″Heaven,″ ″Sunset Glow,″ ″Last Farewell,″ and ″Spring Summer Fall Winter.″ Big Bang came down to the first-floor seats to get closer to their fans. Fellow celebrities such as Yoo Jae-suk, Park Myung-soo, Jo Se-ho, Kim Junsu (XIA), Hyolyn, ATEEZ, and Treasure also attended the concert. This world tour will continue with a total of 33 shows in 19 cities worldwide, including North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia, starting with the Goyang concert. The new song ″BiiiG″ topped major domestic music charts and iTunes song charts in 24 regions upon release, and on Melon, it recorded the highest number of users within one hour after release among songs released in 2026. Big Bang is the first K-pop group to appear in the top 10 of Melon’s annual charts in the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s, and ″Bang Bang Bang″ became the first male idol song to rank first on Melon’s annual chart and win 22 awards at the six major domestic music award ceremonies.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Ji Ye-eun appeared on SBS variety show ’My Ugly Duckling’ and revealed the dating process with Bata, the leader of the dance crew We Dem Boyz. Ji Ye-eun stated on the show that her meeting with Bata began at church. The two initially stayed friends and naturally grew closer by talking about the sermon after worship. Ji Ye-eun mentioned her personality, saying, ″I don’t like someone first. I’m a proud woman, so I don’t confess first.″ She also expressed her affection for Bata. Ji Ye-eun mentioned Bata’s lifestyle habits, saying, ″These days, it’s hard to find someone who doesn’t drink or smoke. He used to, but after gaining faith, he quit completely.″ She added, ″He’s really kind. Since I can’t cook, he’s even learning to cook for me.″ The broadcast also showed Tak Jae-hoon asking Ji Ye-eun about her relationship with Bata. Tak Jae-hoon asked, ″Aren’t you lacking too much? What do you have that’s better than him?″ Ji Ye-eun replied, ″I’m really kind, cute, pretty, fun, and pure.″ Tak Jae-hoon expressed his desire to have a meal with Bata and said, ″I will ask if you can take responsibility for your Ye-eun from now on.″ Ji Ye-eun responded, ″I will take responsibility. If I can’t, why would I date?″ Ji Ye-eun and Bata, both born in 1994, became a couple after meeting at church. When rumors of their relationship surfaced in April, Ji Ye-eun’s agency CP Entertainment confirmed their relationship, stating, ″The two, who had been colleagues, have good feelings for each other and are dating.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong recently donated 200 million won to victims affected by the heavy rains in the southern region. The Community Chest of Korea announced on the 24th that Lim Young Woong, along with their agency Fish Music, donated 200 million won in the name of the fan club ’Hero Era’ to help residents affected by the heavy rains in southern areas such as Geoje and Tongyeong, Gyeongnam. The donation will be used for emergency relief for victims, temporary housing support, damage recovery, and restoration of daily life. Since 2021, Lim Young Woong has consistently donated on birthdays, holidays, and during various disasters. The total amount donated through the Community Chest of Korea, including this contribution, reaches 2.5 billion won. On this year’s birthday, Lim Young Woong personally delivered 200 million won to Korea University Medical Center for the treatment of low-income and vulnerable patients, bringing the total cumulative donation amount to approximately 2.7 billion won. Meanwhile, the fan club ’Hero Era’ has also actively participated in charitable activities alongside Lim Young Woong. Last year, during the large-scale wildfire in the Yeongnam region, the fan club raised and donated 600 million won, and donations from fans continue in the Geoje area as well. Lim Young Woong will celebrate their 10th debut anniversary by holding a solo concert, ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2,’ at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium in Gyeonggi from September 4 to 6. Additionally, a special digital album titled ’IM HERO 10’ will be released on September 8.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Soo-geun achieved a comeback victory against Shin Dong-yup in a billiards match on SBS’s ’My Ugly Duckling’ 10th anniversary special broadcast. In the broadcast, Lee Soo-geun’s exceptional love for billiards was first revealed. Eun Ji-won visited Lee Soo-geun’s office located in Cheongdam-dong and checked the billiards table installed inside. Lee Soo-geun explained, ″This used to be a billiards hall that was over 20 years old. I took it over and renovated the interior.″ He also revealed that this space in Gangnam, Cheongdam-dong, is under his name and added that the rent is not cheap. The office was equipped with spaces for hobbies he enjoys, including billiards. Expensive billiard cues were also showcased. Lee Soo-geun introduced the prices of the cues placed on the wall as 5 million won, 3 million won, and 2.5 million won each. Especially regarding his personal cue engraved with his name, he said, ″It is worth about 10 million won. The CEO specially made it for me.″ In the subsequent 20-point billiards match, Shin Dong-yup took an early lead with consecutive points, reaching 7 to 1. Although Lee Soo-geun was at a disadvantage early on, he calmly began to catch up, closing the gap to 11 to 10 and then successfully taking the lead at 11 to 12. He continued to accumulate points and ultimately secured the victory. Kim Hee-chul supported Shin Dong-yup, while Eun Ji-won cheered for Lee Soo-geun. After seeing the match result, Kim Hee-chul admired, ″Truly the Faker of the billiards world,″ and Shin Dong-yup accepted the outcome, saying, ″I’m usually not good at this, but I did well today.″ Meanwhile, ’My Ugly Duckling’ will air on SBS at 9 PM on the 30th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) held a solo concert at Hwa-jeong Gymnasium, Korea University, Seoul, to celebrate their 1st anniversary since debut. The concert took place over two days, August 22 and 23, marking the Seoul stop of their first tour across nine cities and commemorating their 1st anniversary. The performance was live-streamed to 71 countries and regions through the global fan platform Weverse. CORTIS opened the stage with the title track ″What You Want″ from their first mini album, recreating the treadmill choreography they performed at debut. They then performed songs released over the past year, including ″REDRED,″ ″YOUNGCREATORCREW,″ ″GO!,″ and ″JoyRide.″ Notably, they premiered two new songs, ″PACK IT UP″ and ″MONEYMONEYMONEY,″ from the expanded version of their second mini album, GREENGREEN_playextended, which was released at midnight on the 24th. The new song ″PACK IT UP″ was inspired by a freestyle session while packing at their dorm before an overseas schedule, a scene also featured in the video ″Pack Up Bro″ released last August. ″MONEYMONEYMONEY″ is a hip-hop track reflecting the honest thoughts about money from the members in their teens and twenties, based on their experience attending Paris Fashion Week in July. All members participated in writing and composing both songs. The expanded version of the second mini album, GREENGREEN_playextended, consists of the original six tracks plus two new tracks. The physical album will be released as the ″CORTIS Ball ver.,″ which includes a mini CD. The CORTIS Ball is a stretchy doll made in various colors, designed by modifying the team’s official logo. After the concert, CORTIS shared, ″We were so happy to return to the place where we held our first release party and celebrate our birthday with you all. It was fun and meaningful to feel connected with you. Let’s continue to be together for the 2nd and 3rd anniversaries as well.″ They also said, ″We feel proud of how much we have grown in a short time during the tour. We were deeply moved to see the songs we created together in the studio resonate in such a large venue and many people singing along.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jannabi has completed its first Asia tour since debut. According to their agency, Peponi Music, Jannabi concluded the ″Jannabi First Asia Tour ″ with a performance at the JIEXPO Theatre in Jakarta, Indonesia on the 23rd. The tour started in Taipei last June and covered seven cities in seven countries, including Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Jakarta. During the tour, Jannabi participated in donations for earthquake relief in Indonesia. They presented different stages for each city by translating the lyrics of their songs into the local language and covering songs familiar to the local audience. In Taipei, they performed ″Comrades″; in Tokyo, Seiko Matsuda’s ″Sweet Memories″ and Yutaka Ozaki’s ″I Love You″; in Singapore, Kit Chan’s ″Home.″ In Hong Kong, they performed their own song ″Hong Kong.″ The setlist was also varied in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. At the performances, it was notable that local fans sang along in Korean to Jannabi’s representative songs such as ″For Hesitant Lovers,″ overcoming language barriers. This was the first time Jannabi connected with fans across Asia through a single tour. Through their agency, Choi Jung-hoon said, ″I never dreamed that so many local fans in each city would be waiting for us. It was a miraculous event, and I am very grateful.″ He also expressed thanks to the fans who have supported the tour from Korea and said, ″I want to repay them with stronger and more meaningful love.″ Jannabi will hold their second solo concert at the KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, Seoul, from October 23 to 25. Following their first performance at KSPO DOME last year with ″All Boys and Girls 2125,″ they will perform again at the same venue. Choi Jung-hoon and Kim Do-hyung previewed the concert, saying, ″We are preparing with a newer and more diverse lineup.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X has released a mood sampler video for their new EP, The Phase. Starship Entertainment announced on August 22 through Monsta X’s official SNS that they unveiled the mood sampler for The Phase. In the video, the members appear against the backdrop of a dark warehouse, showcasing intense charisma and presence. The stylish direction and tilted camera angles create a sophisticated yet powerful atmosphere. The heavy metallic sounds throughout the video heighten the tension. Scheduled for release on September 4, The Phase consists of six tracks that express Monsta X’s present emotions in various ways. The album contains a range of feelings and moods including the team’s identity, confidence, ambition, love, longing, and hope. Jooheon participated in the production of four songs, including the title track, MAGIC, while Hyungwon contributed his self-composed song Sweet Night, Sweet Morning. The title track, MAGIC, compares a fateful encounter and uncontrollable emotions to magic. It features a rhythmic guitar, strong beats, and a harmonious blend of rap and vocals. Monsta X has expanded their musical spectrum through solo and unit activities, and with this album, they plan to present a more refined sound and stage performance.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 PLAVE took the stage as the headliner at ’YouTube Music Weekend 12.0.’ A total of 113 acts participated in this global music festival, including Japan’s representative artists such as DECO*27 and Pokémon feat. Hatsune Miku. ’YouTube Music Weekend’ is an event where YouTube showcases live performance videos and music videos together, bringing artists of various nationalities and genres to one place. On the 21st, PLAVE performed under the theme of ’PLAVE Wave Festival (PLAVE WAVE FESTIVAL).’ They appeared in black and white uniforms and opened the stage with ’Born Savage,’ then greeted viewers in Japanese, communicating with their global fans. That day, PLAVE also presented performances of their signature songs. Dressed in all-white outfits, they sang ’I’ll Wait’ against the backdrop of the night sea, creating an emotional stage, and then delivered ’Sixth Summer’ in summer-style school uniforms. Following that, they sang ’WAY 4 LUV’ in black and white outfits, had a brief talk, and continued with ’Dash’ in all-black attire. After the performance, the members expressed their gratitude, saying, ″Thank you for inviting us to such a precious event. We feel like we made great memories with everyone,″ and added, ″We hope to meet again through another good opportunity.″ They also announced that they will hold the 2026 PLAVE World Tour ’KEEP IT MANIC’ at PIA ARENA MM in Yokohama on September 26 and 27. PLAVE is scheduled to kick off their debut world tour ’KEEP IT MANIC’ (2026 PLAVE WORLD TOUR ’KEEP IT MANIC’) at the main stadium of Incheon Munhak Stadium on September 12 and 13.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NEXZ released a teaser video directed by leader Tomoya on the 22nd through their official SNS channels ahead of the release of their 4th mini album ’SAUCIN’’. The newly unveiled video titled ’NEXZ ″SAUCIN’″ : Bon appétit (Directed by TOMOYA)’ is structured like a game quest in sync with the track ’APPETITE’. The video alternates scenes of the seven members feeling hungry in the recording studio, moving to the kitchen to prepare ingredients and complete cooking, along with footage of song production and choreography practice. Various scenes include running while holding the finished dish, tumbling to avoid flying vegetables, and finally ringing a bell to present the dish. ’APPETITE’ is a song co-written and composed by Tomoya, Haru, and Hyui. Tomoya has also participated in the debut song ’Ride the Vibe’, the B-side music video of the 1st mini album track ’Eye to Eye’, and the planning of teaser content such as ’O-RLY?’, ’Beat-Boxer’, and ’Mmchk’. A total of six songs, including ’LOCO’, ’UPGRADE’, ’20 NOW’, and ’ALIENS’, are included in this 4th mini album. The title track ’SAUCIN’’ is a Eurodance genre song characterized by lyrics comparing NEXZ to sauce, featuring a fast beat and bright melody. NEXZ’s 4th mini album ’SAUCIN’’ and the title track of the same name will be released on the 24th at 6 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jin received enthusiastic attention from fans at the first Canadian performance of the world tour ’ARIRANG’ held at Rogers Stadium in Toronto, Canada. At the performance held on the 23rd (Korean time), Jin took the stage wearing a white shirt and tie, delivering live vocals and performances despite the rain. His appearance wearing a red bandana also drew cheers from fans. Interest in Jin continued both inside and outside the venue, with the hashtag #JIN_IN_TORONTO_D1 ranking first in Korea’s real-time trends on X (formerly Twitter). In the United States and several other countries, hashtags such as MAPLER JIN IN CANADA and #JIN_IN_TORONTO_D1 appeared in real-time trends. In his ending remarks, Jin sent a hand kiss and said, ″I was deeply moved thanks to all of you who looked so happy today and sang our songs with a smile,″ noting that the rain was getting heavier. He then left a final greeting, saying, ″See you tomorrow.″ BTS is scheduled to continue the second day of the world tour ’ARIRANG’ at the same venue on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group CORTIS released the expanded edition of their second mini-album, GREENGREEN_playextended, at midnight on the 24th to celebrate their first debut anniversary. This album consists of a total of eight tracks, adding two new songs to the original second mini-album, GREENGREEN. The new songs, PACK IT UP and MONEYMONEYMONEY, were completed during the production of the second mini-album but were not included in the original release. BigHit Music stated that they carefully selected the tracks that best represent the current CORTIS to include in this expanded edition. All members of CORTIS participated directly in the songwriting and composition of the new album. The team expressed their everyday experiences and emotions through their music, completing their distinctive style with an unpolished, raw sound. The new songs were first performed live on the opening day of their solo tour, PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN - Birthday Party, held on the 22nd at HwaJeong Gymnasium, Korea University, Seoul, prior to the album release. The live performance of the new songs received enthusiastic responses from fans. This expanded edition album commemorates CORTIS’s first debut anniversary, maintaining the musical flow of the original album while adding new songs to broaden their musical spectrum.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Young Tak has begun comeback activities by releasing the first concept photo of the third full-length album ’GOGO.’ Young Tak showcased the first concept photo ’RACING VER.’ of ’GOGO’ through the official account. In this photo, Young Tak is seen wearing a black uniform against the backdrop of a pit garage, gazing straight ahead, or striking various poses on top of a racing car and a pile of tires. The ambiguous position between racer and pit crew creates curiosity about the album’s message. The third full-length album ’GOGO’ is scheduled to be released on September 14 at 6 PM on various online music platforms. This album is the first full-length release in three years since the second full-length album ’FORM’ in August 2023, containing a total of 12 tracks including the title song ’Bend.’ Young Tak directly participated in the lyrics, composition, and arrangement of 11 songs. Along with the album release, news of a solo concert was also announced. Young Tak will hold the 2026 Young Tak solo concert ’TAK SHOW5’ at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium from October 3 to 5, and plans to expand the tour nationwide to Jeonju, Daegu, Incheon, Busan, and other cities, continuing performances into next year. Young Tak emphasized the album’s racing concept by sequentially releasing various teasing contents such as the comeback poster featuring a racer transformation, a promotion calendar, and a tracklist image shaped like an F1 circuit. Meanwhile, Young Tak debuted in 2007 with the first single album ’I Love You’ and ranked second in TV Chosun’s ’Tomorrow is Mr. Trot’ in 2020. Since then, Young Tak has received various awards including the Adult Singer Award at the Korea Culture and Entertainment Awards and the Trot Award at the Seoul Music Awards.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tripleS has confirmed the new Ballad DIMENSION members through fan voting. The agency Modhaus announced on the 24th that Joobin, Seoyeon, Sion, and Seoa have been selected as the second Ballad DIMENSION members of tripleS. The member selection took place through the ’Grand Gravity’ vote held on the official application COSMO from the 20th to the 23rd. Seoyeon, Sion, and Seoa joined through the fandom WAV’s vote, while Joobin joined as a Modhaus pick member. This unit is the second ballad unit formed after tripleS’s first Ballad DIMENSION, Aria. Before the vote, a guide track was released so fans could preview the new song’s atmosphere before participating in the vote. The new Ballad DIMENSION plans to promote with a digital single release and music show activities, with the team name and single release date to be announced later. Modhaus stated that this unit will showcase a different musical color from Aria. tripleS continues to operate a system where units and activity directions are decided through fan voting. Recently, they have been appearing in the reality content ’Badge War Season 4: Trust No One’ in collaboration with WonderK, balancing music activities and variety content. Additionally, tripleS will start their new world tour ’ANDLESS’ on October 10 and 11 at Jangchung Arena in Seoul. Afterwards, they will continue performances in major Asian cities such as Macau and Tokyo, as well as key North American cities including Toronto, New York, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Vancouver.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Woo Seo-yoon, daughter of Woo Ji-won, was selected as the winner at the 70th Miss Korea pageant. On the 22nd, Woo Seo-yoon earned the honor of being crowned at the final stage held at the COEX Auditorium in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. She advanced to the finals after being chosen as a runner-up in the Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Incheon regional competitions. Born in 2003, Woo Seo-yoon is majoring in Fine Arts at Tufts University in the United States. Standing tall at 175 cm, she has appeared on JTBC’s Star Junior Show Bungeoppang, Yujasik Sangpalja, tvN’s Escape the Nest 3, and tvN Story·E Channel’s My Child’s Romance 2, among others. She has been recognized since childhood through her appearances on television and recently attracted attention by joining as a cast member on My Child’s Romance 2. After being announced as the winner, Woo Seo-yoon said, ″I was able to complete a wonderful stage through painstaking effort. I am very grateful to my family and friends who always support and encourage me.″ She also added, ″I did not expect this at all, so I was not prepared for an acceptance speech,″ and said, ″To my fellow contestants, you all worked very hard. I believe a good exhibition is a space where people with different thoughts and experiences can empathize and communicate.″ She continued, ″I want to expand the power of such connections to a wider world,″ and said, ″I think Miss Korea is the most meaningful platform to communicate with diverse people and spread positive influence. I want to be someone who connects people and creates positive change.″ Woo Ji-won is a basketball star who made a name for himself during his Yonsei University days and played as a top-level forward on the professional stage. When Woo Seo-yoon appeared on television, Woo Ji-won sent a message of support through his social media. Meanwhile, Jeon Su-wan, daughter of former basketball player Jeon Hee-chul, also advanced to the finals of this Miss Korea competition but did not place in the final rankings. Jeon Su-wan appeared on My Child’s Romance Season 1 and became the final couple with actor Lee Jong-hyuk’s son, Lee Tak-soo. The Japanese Hallyu-specialized media outlet Wow Korea also reported on Woo Seo-yoon’s winning the Miss Korea title. The outlet explained that in Korea’s Miss Korea, the top winners are classified as Jin, Seon, and Mi, and noted that Woo Seo-yoon is well known as the daughter of Woo Ji-won, a basketball star who represented the 1990s. Wow Korea introduced Woo Seo-yoon as someone who dreams of becoming an art curator active on the global stage in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jungkook recently attracted global fans’ attention with an editing practice video he posted on Instagram. The video, shared with the caption ″Editing practice... just fooling around,″ features a black-and-white background, gestures and actions synchronized to background music, special effects, and an editing style that stitches together multiple cuts. The video recorded 29.3 million views and 3.57 million likes within 24 hours of its release, and as of the morning of the 24th, it surpassed 31.4 million views. Fans responded with comments such as ″Turning fooling around into art,″ ″He’ll be a music video director soon,″ and ″The quality of his editing practice is at a professional level.″ Jungkook has been known as ’G.C.F (Golden Closet Film, hereafter Golclefil) Director Kkook’ for some time, sharing videos he personally filmed, edited, and produced on the official BTS YouTube channel, his personal TikTok, and Instagram accounts. Additionally, he was recently spotted carrying a camera equipment bag himself when departing for the ’Arirang’ world tour.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ENHYPEN’s mini 8th album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ topped the Hanteo Chart weekly album chart. This album sold over 1.77 million copies on the day of its release, August 21, and reached number one on the weekly chart compiled from August 17 to 23. This comeback is the first album released after member Heeseung’s declaration of independence and the group’s reorganization as a six-member unit. The title track ″Bloody Paradise″ maintained a high position on Bugs’ real-time chart after its release on the 21st and ranked first on the daily chart for two consecutive days on August 21 and 22. ENHYPEN appeared on KBS2’s ’Music Bank,’ MBC’s ’Show! Music Core,’ and SBS’s ’Inkigayo’ during the first week of their comeback to perform ″Bloody Paradise.″ The members enhanced the stage’s completeness with intense performances, synchronized dance, and stable live vocals, showcasing their performance skills based on experience gained from world tours and festivals. On August 23, ENHYPEN announced plans to release various versions of ″Bloody Paradise″ through their official SNS. At 1 PM on the 24th, six remix albums named after each member will be released, followed by live recordings from the world tour ’ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR ’BLOOD SAGA’ IN BUSAN’ on the 25th, and a version featuring Brazilian singer-songwriter Luísa Sonza will be released on the 26th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TREASURE has released the performance video for the mini-album 4th track ″DANGER.″ YG Entertainment posted ″TREASURE – ’DANGER’ DANCE PERFORMANCE VIDEO″ on their official blog on the 24th. This video was produced to commemorate TREASURE’s 6th debut anniversary and features a high-quality recording of the ″DANGER″ performance first showcased at the Seoul fan concert. In the video, TREASURE exudes charisma wearing black-toned uniforms and bold accessories. The synchronized choreography adjusts tempo to the music, which combines classical and hip-hop elements, with dynamic spatial movements and standout choreography matching the chorus line ″Danger That’s a heart attack″ catching the eye. The addition of metal structures and flame effects creates a cinematic atmosphere. With this performance video, TREASURE has completed the release of all content for the mini-album 4th [NEW WAV]. Currently, TREASURE is holding the fan concert ″TREASURE THE STAGE 2026 NEW WAV : LIVE″ and plans to conclude their Japan tour with performances in Tokyo on September 5th and 6th. Afterwards, they will continue their global tour with 22 shows across 10 cities including Hong Kong and Kaohsiung.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS held the ’Arirang’ tour concert at Rogers Stadium in Toronto over two days, the 22nd and 23rd. The City of Toronto officially declared this period as ’BTS Weekend.’ The Toronto Sign was illuminated in purple lighting during this time, and Young Street was decorated as ’BTS Boulevard’ from North York Boulevard to Finch Avenue. This street decoration will remain until the 23rd of next month. The ’BTS Boulevard’ project also aimed to promote the Korean business district in North York and Korean culture. The City of Toronto stated that the project was carried out with the goal of revitalizing the local economy. The local tourism industry also showed interest in BTS’s concert. Destination Toronto, Toronto’s tourism marketing organization, published a ’BTS Weekend Guide’ to support fans’ city experiences. Media attention continued as well. CityNews reported, ″BTS fever is lighting up Toronto,″ conveying the atmosphere on site. During the weekend of the concert, the City of Toronto also prepared transportation measures, such as expanding public transit operations and on-site response personnel.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Dino of Seventeen showcased his 11 years of growth through his first solo concert. From August 21 to 23, Dino held the ’2026 Dino X Picheolin [吉BOARD SHOW]’ at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in Songpa-gu, Seoul, meeting approximately 15,000 spectators. The concert sold out on the day FC membership pre-sale began, and additional seats were opened due to high demand. Fans from 71 countries and regions, including Japan, the United States, Singapore, and China, participated in the three-day online live streaming. In this concert featuring a diverse setlist, Dino took the stage as both his ’main character’ and ’sub-character’ Picheolin. As Picheolin, he performed ’Jjan (feat. DINO)’, ’Nolabose (prod. Hitchhiker)’, and ’Micheo Micheo’, while as Dino himself, he performed solo songs from right after his high school graduation such as ’0 (ZERO)’, as well as unreleased new tracks like ’Design’ and ’Automatic’. Additionally, he showcased his versatility by performing Seventeen’s group songs ’March’, ’HOT’, and ’Sonogong’, as well as the performance team’s ’Rain’, ’Spell’, and ’MOONWALKER’ all by himself. The nonstop performances were met with sing-alongs and applause from the audience, with over 20 songs including covers of Deux’s ’In the Summer’ and Lee Moon-sae’s ’Red Sunset’ performed over approximately three hours. At the end of the concert, Dino expressed his gratitude to fans, saying, ″My first dream after becoming a trainee was to hold a solo concert, and you all made that dream come true.″ He continued, ″Even in difficult and tiring moments, imagining the stage with Carats makes me smile without realizing it. It was the same while preparing for this concert. The reason for my existence is always Carats.″ Immediately after the final performance, a teaser video for the music video of Picheolin’s mini-album track ’LIKE IT’ was revealed on site. The teaser, blending Picheolin’s stage and daily life with stunning visuals, drew loud cheers from the audience. The full music video is scheduled to be released at 6 p.m. on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In the third episode of SBS variety show ’Our Neighborhood’s Prime Time,’ singer Young Tak reunited with a long-time acquaintance. The broadcast depicted the soft opening process of ’The Yongdam,’ located in Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk, with a new look. The ’New Neighborhood Household Team,’ consisting of Lee Kyung-kyu, Young Tak, DinDin, and Lee Won-il, admired the transformed space. The first floor was landscaped, the third floor was set up as a foot bath area, and the second floor featured food and beverages selected through a competition. They praised the taste while sampling menus using Jinan black pork and signature drinks. Since it is a space where pets are allowed, the walking trail was also inspected. Dog trainer Jo Jae-ho, who has a connection with Lee Kyung-kyu and Young Tak, visited and offered advice for improving the walking trail. He suggested installing sprinklers, creating a designated area for pet waste, and setting up mesh fences. On the day of the soft opening, the ’New Neighborhood Household Team’ welcomed their first customers. Lee Won-il was in charge of the kitchen, while DinDin and Young Tak guided the guests and helped organize the store. They personally visited customer tables to provide fan service, and DinDin also took photos of the guests. Lee Kyung-kyu and trainer Jo Jae-ho opened a ’Dog Counseling Center’ to offer consultations on various pet concerns. Young Tak was surprised to see one of the guests. The guest was a writer who had worked with Young Tak on a radio program before Young Tak appeared on ’Mr. Trot’ the next day. When the writer revealed that they also participated in voting for ’Mr. Trot,’ Young Tak expressed gratitude, saying, ″Thanks to you, I make a living.″ Young Tak was born in 1983 and is 43 years old. He placed second in the final round of TV Chosun’s ’Mr. Trot,’ which aired in 2020.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The music video for ″Like the Moment is Eternal,″ released on Lim Young Woong’s official YouTube channel, has surpassed 24 million cumulative views. This music video was pre-released on August 28 last year ahead of the release of the second full album ″IM HERO 2.″ It reached 24 million views just before its one-year anniversary. ″Like the Moment is Eternal″ is the title track of Lim Young Woong’s second full album, a song that sings about ordinary daily life, love, and the preciousness of the present. The lyrics, ″Life is shorter than you think, live this moment like it’s eternal,″ are complemented by Lim Young Woong’s restrained sensibility and warm voice. This music video surpassed 10 million views last December, becoming Lim Young Woong’s 100th video to reach over 10 million views. It continued to steadily accumulate views, surpassing 20 million last May and recently reaching 24 million. The video captures the song’s atmosphere with lyrical visuals and Lim Young Woong’s delicate facial expressions.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) will release the expanded edition of their 2nd mini album, ’GREENGREEN_playextended,’ at midnight on the 24th to celebrate their 1st anniversary since debut. This album consists of a total of 8 tracks, adding two new songs, ″PACK IT UP″ and ″MONEYMONEYMONEY,″ to the original 6 tracks from the 2nd mini album ’GREENGREEN.’ The two new songs were carefully selected from those that were not included during the production of the 2nd mini album and best represent the current CORTIS. All members jointly participated in writing and composing again, expressing the team’s honest emotions, experiences, and concerns. On the 22nd, CORTIS previewed the new songs during the first day of the ’2026 CORTIS TOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY’ held at Hwa-jeong Gymnasium, Korea University, Seoul. The second day of the concert will be held at the same venue on the 23rd at 5 PM. CORTIS successfully completed their tours in Incheon and North America, and the ’PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN’ tour is currently ongoing with 14 performances across 9 cities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen is topping major domestic and international charts for two consecutive days with the new song ″Bloody Paradise.″ ″Bloody Paradise,″ the title track of the mini album 8th release ″THE SIN : BLISS,″ ranked first on the Bugs daily chart (for the 21st) released on the 22nd and maintained its top position as of 8 a.m. on the 23rd. The song simultaneously entered Spotify’s ″Daily Top Songs″ global and U.S. charts and ranked on charts in 33 countries and regions worldwide. It also ranked first on the iTunes ″Top Songs″ chart in 14 regions, with the number of countries charting increasing to 32 from the previous day. The music video surpassed 10 million views on YouTube on the day of its release, the 22nd, and appeared on the daily popular music video charts in 28 regions. This title track is a Brazilian funk dance genre song that likens lovers who focus only on each other even in crisis situations to paradise. Enhypen is scheduled to appear on SBS’s ″Inkigayo″ broadcast on the 23rd to showcase the comeback stage.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Dohoon has stepped down from his role as MC of MBC’s ″Show! Music Core,″ a position he held for about 1 year and 5 months. His agency, Pledis Entertainment, announced on the 23rd that Dohoon concluded his MC activities with the broadcast on the 22nd. Dohoon first joined ″Show! Music Core″ as an MC on March 1st of last year, bringing energy and a bright smile to the program every Saturday. During his time on the show, he was affectionately nicknamed ″Dohoon Core″ and received much love from viewers. In his farewell message, Dohoon said, ″Meeting the 42 (fandom name) every Saturday was the happiest time for me. These memories will always remain precious. I am grateful to all the 42 fans who have always supported me. I also thank the production team and fellow MCs who allowed me to create many memories and gain valuable experiences.″ In the final broadcast, TWS members appeared on stage to present Dohoon with a bouquet, a diploma, and a plaque of appreciation, showing their friendship. Right after the broadcast, ″Dohoon Core″ trended on X (formerly Twitter) in real-time. During his MC tenure, Dohoon showcased a special stage of Girls’ Generation’s ″Kissing You″ and appeared as a special MC alongside TWS members Youngjae, Jihoon, and Kyungmin, displaying various charms. Meanwhile, TWS, the group Dohoon belongs to, released their second Japanese single ″SODA SODA″ on the 4th and continues their activities. Their Asia tour ″24/7:FOR:YOU″ is underway with a total of 15 shows in 8 cities, starting with performances in Seoul on June 27-28. The tour schedule includes Fukuoka from June 28-30, Hyogo from September 4-6, Kanagawa on the 12th-13th, Macau on the 19th-20th, Bangkok on the 26th, Singapore on October 10th, and Kaohsiung on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 YouTuber Park Wi apologized after controversy arose over the release of CCTV footage related to a fall accident that occurred while he was getting off the KTX platform in a wheelchair. On the 14th, Park Wi uploaded CCTV footage on his YouTube channel ’WeeRacle’ showing the accident where he tripped over the foot of a social service worker while getting off the KTX platform. After some criticized the release of the CCTV footage as excessive since an apology had already been made at the scene, he deleted the footage and posted an apology. On the 22nd, Park Wi stated on his YouTube channel board, ″I am sorry for disappointing many people,″ and added, ″At the time of the incident, the staff did their best to help me and apologized politely, but I did not consider their position.″ He also said, ″I only thought negatively about the mistake that occurred during the process of trying to assist me better. My way of conveying it was immature and thoughtless,″ and added, ″I will be more careful and responsible in everything moving forward. I sincerely apologize once again.″ Park Wi explained about the accident, ″There was a ramp while getting off the KTX, and as I was sliding down, suddenly I saw a foot in front of my eyes. At that moment, the wheelchair wheel caught on the foot, and my body bounced and fell to the ground.″ He continued, ″Although the social service worker did not do it intentionally, I was angry that they placed their foot on the ramp itself,″ and said, ″That person apologized politely to me, but I could not accept it at that moment.″ Park Wi has been active as a YouTuber since being diagnosed with complete paralysis after a fall accident in 2014, and he married singer Song Ji-eun, formerly of the group Secret, in 2024. Through the ’WeeRacle’ channel, he has produced programs related to disability awareness improvement and human rights promotion.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, is reportedly in talks to appear in the third season of the Netflix drama ″The Gentlemen.″ On the 21st (local time), CNN cited sources reporting that Meghan is discussing the possibility of appearing in the Netflix series directed by Guy Ritchie. However, no appearance contract has been signed yet, and the production of ″The Gentlemen″ Season 3 has not been confirmed. Entertainment industry outlet Deadline also reported that discussions about Meghan’s appearance are ongoing, but no specific role has been decided. ″The Gentlemen″ is a black comedy gangster drama involving British aristocracy and drug organizations. It premiered in 2024, and Season 2 is scheduled to be released on the 3rd of next month. Prince Harry’s family decided to return to the UK after moving to the United States in 2020, marking their first return in six years. Australia’s news.com mentioned the possibility that the drama offer Meghan received may have influenced their decision to return to the UK. Prince Harry plans to return to the UK with his wife Meghan, son Archie (7), and daughter Lilibet (5) at the end of this month and intends to move to a private residence outside London that is not part of the royal estate. Their two children have been enrolled in a UK school in time for the September term. Meghan, who worked as an American actress, gained recognition for her role as Rachel Zane in the legal drama ″Suits.″ She stopped acting after marrying Prince Harry in 2018 but stated at the time that she was not giving up anything, leaving open the possibility of returning to acting. After her acting career, Meghan has focused on content production and lifestyle fields. Through Archewell Productions, which she co-founded with Prince Harry, she collaborated with Netflix to release the documentary ″Harry & Meghan″ in 2022 and launched the lifestyle program ″With Love, Meghan″ in 2025. She also operates the lifestyle brand ″As Ever.″ Currently, it is known that Prince Harry and Meghan have no plans to return to official royal duties.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 N.Flying’s Kim Jaehyun appeared as a special guest on KBS 2TV’s ″Men Who Do Housework″ Season 2, showcasing sibling chemistry with his older sister, actress Kim Jaekyung, formerly of Rainbow. During the broadcast, Kim Jaehyun described his sister Kim Jaekyung as ″practically a general. If she had been born in the past, she would have been like Lü Bu or Guan Yu,″ revealing that he usually cannot move freely in front of her. He also shared behind-the-scenes stories about hosting her wedding day. He said, ″On the wedding day, my sister suddenly gave me a script and told me to memorize it,″ which drew laughter. In response, Lee Yowon remarked, ″Maybe she gave you the script because she was worried you might talk too much.″ Kim Jaekyung held a wedding in 2024 attended only by her non-celebrity partner and family. Her agency stated, ″Actress Kim Jaekyung met a precious partner and, based on deep trust and affection, tied the knot last summer in a ceremony attended by immediate family.″ Kim Jaehyun described his brother-in-law as ″someone like a sponge who absorbs all of my sister’s personality.″ Meanwhile, during the broadcast, when Eun Ji-won said, ″Everyone has a partner. Look at Hyori,″ Lee Yowon replied, ″Look at you, oppa,″ adding humor to the scene.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jungkook continued his record as the longest-charting Asian solo artist on Spotify’s Weekly Top Albums Global chart by entering for 146 consecutive weeks with his first solo album, ’GOLDEN.’ ’GOLDEN’ ranked 162 on the chart compiled from the 14th to the 20th. During the same period, it recorded over 23 million streams on Spotify, and the cumulative streaming count surpassed 7.39 billion, approaching 7.4 billion. This figure is the highest among Asian artists’ full-length albums. Jungkook’s album remained on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200, for 25 weeks, marking a first for an Asian solo artist. On the UK Official main album chart, the Top 100, it stayed for 8 weeks, the longest duration for a K-pop solo artist. Additionally, on the iTunes Worldwide album chart, it re-entered multiple times, achieving a total of 531 days on the chart. Jungkook’s personal Spotify account (profile) recorded a total of 11.39 billion streams, the first for a K-pop solo artist.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Boy group NEXZ (Nexz·Tomoya, Yuu, Haru, So Gun, Seita, Huey, Yuki) released a teaser video directed by leader Tomoya ahead of the release of their 4th mini album ’SAUCIN’’. On the afternoon of the 22nd, NEXZ showcased the content ’NEXZ (Nexz) ″SAUCIN’″: Bon appetit (Directed by TOMOYA)’ through their official SNS channels. This video was personally planned by Tomoya for the new album promotion, expressing the concept of the new album based on the track ’APPETITE’ recorded together by the members. The released video depicts the seven members feeling hungry in the recording studio, then moving to the kitchen to start cooking. The process of preparing ingredients and heating them, adding spiciness, is intercut with scenes of working on the song and dancing. There are also scenes of running to present the finished dish and tumbling while avoiding vegetables. Besides this teaser, Tomoya has participated in planning various teasing and promotional content, including the debut song ’Ride the Vibe’, B-side music videos for the mini 1st album track ’Eye to Eye’, mini 2nd album ’O-RLY?’, mini 3rd album ’Beat-Boxer’, and single 2nd album ’Mmchk’. The 4th mini album includes a total of six tracks: the title track, ’APPETITE’, ’LOCO’, ’UPGRADE’, ’20 NOW’, and ’ALIENS’. The title track ’SAUCIN’’ features a driving beat, a festival-like atmosphere, lyrics comparing NEXZ to a sauce that adds special flavor to food, and the energy and melody of the Eurodance genre. NEXZ’s 4th mini album ’SAUCIN’’ and its title track of the same name are scheduled to be released at 6 PM on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong ranked first in the trot singer brand reputation in August 2026. According to the trot singer brand big data analysis results compiled by the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute from July 23 to August 23, 2026, Lim Young Woong maintained the number one position for 68 consecutive months. The brand reputation index is calculated by summing the consumer participation index, media index, communication index, and community index. Lim Young Woong recorded a participation index of 797,628, a media index of 1,519,473, a communication index of 1,226,413, and a community index of 1,738,560, achieving a total brand reputation index of 5,282,073. This is a 31.56% decrease compared to the 7,717,428 recorded in July. Koo Chang-hwan, director of the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute, stated that in the link analysis of the Lim Young Woong brand, the terms ″breakthrough,″ ″announce,″ and ″donate″ appeared prominently, and in the keyword analysis, ″Hero Era,″ ″Love Always Runs Away,″ and ″Do or Die″ stood out. The positive-negative ratio analysis showed a positive rate of 92.17%. In August 2026, the second place in trot singer brand reputation was Park Ji-hyun (3,377,164), and third place was Lee Chan-won (2,637,026). Park Ji-hyun rose 48.15% compared to last month, and Lee Chan-won surged 62.58%, entering the top three. Fourth and fifth places were taken by Jang Han-byul (2,477,320) and Seong Ri (2,392,429), respectively. This big data totaled 54,912,529 items, a 6.66% increase compared to July (51,483,401 items). The brand reputation ranking included various trot singers up to 30th place, such as Lim Young Woong, Park Ji-hyun, Lee Chan-won, Jang Han-byul, Seong Ri, Kim Yong Bin, Song Ga-in, Young Tak, Park Seo-jin, and Jeon Yu Jin.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Seongri’s fan club, ’Seongri Scholars,’ donated 54 million won to neighbors affected by the flood damage in the southern region. On the 22nd, Seongri announced the fan club’s donation on his SNS and expressed deep gratitude to his fans. He shared a message offering comfort to those struggling due to sudden disasters in places like Geoje and Tongyeong, along with a photo of the donation certificate. The disclosed certificate showed that 54 million won was donated under the name of ’Seongri’s fan club Seongri Scholars’ to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association for the ’2026 Flood Relief for Neighbors.’ Seongri said, ″The donation was made with the meaningful and beautiful hearts of the Seongri Scholars, who wish for warm daily lives and happiness to return to all regions,″ expressing thanks for the fan club’s warm hearts. He added, ″I am also very grateful to the Scholars and feel like I am learning something new. I am inspired by your deep hearts and am determined to become a singer who makes the Seongri Scholars even prouder.″ Seongri also said, ″I sincerely hope that peaceful daily lives will be restored as soon as possible, and I hope the Scholars’ warm hearts can be even a little source of strength and comfort,″ adding, ″I will remember and emulate the Scholars’ precious and beautiful hearts as I live. I sincerely thank the Scholars once again for allowing me to share such warm hearts.″ Meanwhile, Seongri won first place on MBN’s ’Unknown Legend’ this year.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jena of the group Lysenne revealed that she received a gift from actress Go Yoon-jung. On August 22, Jena stated through a fan communication platform that Go Yoon-jung secretly sent a gift to her accommodation while she was staying in LA. She explained that she received a full-length mirror and a stool chair in her favorite pink color as a housewarming gift. Jena said, ″I have always loved Yoon-jung unnie. Truly, beautiful people have beautiful hearts.″ Their connection began with a video released on August 21 on the YouTube channel ″Hello, I am Won-i, nice to meet you.″ In this video, Jena gained attention for resembling Go Yoon-jung and expressed her admiration for her. Jena asked Go Yoon-jung, ″Do you happen to know me?″ and Go Yoon-jung replied, ″Yes. I even saw you go to Seongsu-dong.″ She also shared that she had imitated Go Yoon-jung’s poses at Go Yoon-jung’s alma mater, Seoul Institute of the Arts. Afterwards, the two exchanged contact information, and Go Yoon-jung suggested, ″Shall we have a meal next time?″ When Liv asked, ″People say Jena looks a lot like actress Go Yoon-jung these days. She seems to think so too. What do you think?″ Go Yoon-jung responded, ″I think so. She is much younger and prettier.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Lee Jun-young’s recent status during his military service has been revealed. On the 22nd, photos of Lee Jun-young serving as an active-duty soldier in the army training camp were shared on SNS and online communities. The photos showed Lee Jun-young in military uniform, smiling brightly with fellow trainees. Unlike his idol image before enlistment, he displayed a soldierly appearance with short hair and military attire. A badge reading ″Company Commander Trainee″ on Lee Jun-young’s shoulder caught attention. This badge is given to those assigned the role of company commander trainee at the training camp. His bright expression in the photos with his comrades was impressive. Recently, a netizen with a family member serving in the same training camp as Lee Jun-young shared a heartwarming story online. The netizen said, ″He was even kinder than imagined,″ ″His character is truly good, just as seen in videos,″ and ″He always walked around smiling whenever we met,″ drawing attention. This account is a personal experience posted online and has not been officially confirmed. Lee Jun-young debuted as a member of U-KISS in 2014 and began his acting career in 2017 with tvN’s ″Buam-dong Avengers.″ Since then, he has appeared in various works including ″D.P.,″ ″Mask Girl,″ ″Weak Hero Class 2,″ and ″Pokssak Soksassuda.″ Lee Jun-young enlisted as an active-duty soldier in the army on the 21st of last month and greeted fans, saying, ″I will return healthy. See you in the winter after next year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in advance.″ The tvN new Saturday-Sunday drama ″Four Hands,″ which he finished filming before enlistment, is scheduled to premiere on the 29th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Bin Yeso will appear as a guest singer on the stage of KBS National Singing Contest Jeju Edition, held at Pyoseon Beach in Seogwipo City, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, at 2 p.m. on September 19. This performance was organized to wish for the successful hosting of the 107th National Sports Festival. Bin Yeso is expected to perform lively songs wearing a white suit and black tie, with the beautiful Jeju scenery where the sea and sky blend as the backdrop. Depending on the weather on the day of the event, the venue may be changed to Pyoseon Sports Center. Through SNS, Bin Yeso said, ″I will come to you with exciting songs on a joyful stage unfolding in blue Jeju,″ and greeted Jeju residents and fans to create happy memories together. Recently, Bin Yeso has been actively promoting with the release of the new song ″Euddeum Taryeong,″ strengthening communication with fans through various broadcasts and performances. This upcoming stage in Jeju is also drawing much attention and anticipation.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) will hold a concert to celebrate their 1st anniversary since debut. CORTIS will host the ″PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN BIRTHDAY PARTY″ at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul from the 22nd to the 23rd. All seats were sold out during the membership pre-sale. The venue is also where they held their ″Release Party″ last September to commemorate the release of their debut album. For fans around the world who cannot attend in person, CORTIS will also provide an online live stream through the fan platform Weverse. This concert is part of CORTIS’s first tour, ″PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN,″ which will take place in 14 shows across 9 cities worldwide. CORTIS has already completed their performances in Incheon and North America. Through their agency Big Hit Music, the members said, ″Since this is our 1st anniversary birthday party, we want to create a joyful time for our COER (fandom name).″ They added, ″We will give our best with 300% passion on stage. We hope everyone will run and play without regrets. After everything is over, we will strive to make it a performance that makes you think, ’Ah, I want to go back to that moment.’″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Hwi-hyang revealed the reason she chose marriage over her career as an actress. On the 22nd, she appeared on MBN’s ″Kim Ju-ha’s Day & Night″ and shared that although she was cast in the drama ″Investigation Chief″ early in her debut, she met her husband six months later and decided to get married. Lee Hwi-hyang said, ″I believed that an actor should be a stage actor. Marriage was more important than this (drama),″ explaining that she stopped acting for the sake of marriage. She added, ″A woman’s face reveals everything over time. Since everything shows on my face, there is no need for me to hide anything.″ Recalling the Miss MBC selection process, Lee Hwi-hyang said she participated in the contest at the encouragement of her peers during her sophomore year of college when financial support such as scholarships was cut off. She explained that the prize money was 1 million won at the time, and she debuted as a 14th generation public recruitment talent after winning second place. Lee Hwi-hyang married the late Kim Du-jo, who was known to have a background in organized crime and was 19 years her senior, and they had a son. After their marriage, Kim Du-jo left his life in organized crime, ran a gym business, and pursued a career as a singer before passing away from lung cancer in September 2005. According to TV Chosun’s variety show ″Modern History of Figures Mr. Lee″ aired last year, he reportedly donated assets worth approximately 4 billion won, including real estate and cultural relics, to a university before his death.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Seo In-young took the stage at ’Waterbomb Sokcho 2026,’ held at Hanwha Resort Seorak Sorano in Sokcho, Gangwon, delivering a sensational performance. She appeared with short, bleached blonde hair, a dazzling white bodysuit adorned with decorations, and long boots, capturing the audience’s attention. On stage, she performed her hit songs such as ″Cinderella″ and ″Thank You″ consecutively, presenting a highly polished performance together with the dance team HOOK. Seo In-young revealed that she lost 4kg over a month for this stage, reducing her weight to 46kg. She shared that she underwent a strict diet consuming only eggs and protein, and even had arm liposuction surgery and laser treatments. She also stated that she used her entire appearance fee for preparing the performance, saying, ″It was definitely because of Waterbomb. I put my life on the line.″ Moved by the audience’s cheers during the performance, she showed tears. Although she briefly lost her place in the song, she soon finished the stage. Through her YouTube channel ″Reformed Seo In-young,″ Seo In-young expressed her determination to appear at Waterbomb and shared her preparation process, including weight management and performance practice before the show. Before the stage, she also revealed practicing 13 songs in a row. Seo In-young debuted in 2002 as a member of the group Jewelry, gaining recognition with songs like ″Superstar″ and ″One More Time,″ and later released solo hits such as ″Cinderella,″ ″I Want You,″ and ″Let’s Break Up.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The daily life of the couple Eun Ga-eun and Park Hyun-ho was revealed on the KBS2 variety show ″Men Who Do Housework Season 2.″ Park Hyun-ho candidly shared his feelings about his recognition and activities. While preparing for his comeback, Park Hyun-ho expressed frustration over a comment from Eun Ga-eun and spoke about the difficulties he faces when he has no work. He said, ″If I don’t have work, I feel like I’m going to die. It’s that hard. My original dream was for everyone to recognize me when they hear ’Park Hyun-ho’.″ After three years as a trainee and three years of activities, he was often invited to various places even after his idol days, but after experiencing failure, he felt that the path of an entertainer did not suit him. He then served in the military, and after discharge, he switched to being a trot singer but went through a difficult period as things did not go well. He shared that at the moment he wanted to give up everything, his mother held him back. Eun Ga-eun supported Park Hyun-ho to promote her new song, saying, ″My husband is innocent. He gives me all the money he earns. He is really good to our daughter too. He has worked hard. He was an idol, and now he is a trot singer. My husband often says, ’Because of Eun Ga-eun.’ It’s touching. He doesn’t have to say that, so I wonder why he does.″ Additionally, Park Hyun-ho took on household chores to help Eun Ga-eun, who was physically unwell after giving birth. He said, ″Since she said she was sick, I was concerned. If not me, Ga-eun would have to do it.″ After busy working mom Eun Ga-eun went to bed early to get ready for work, Park Hyun-ho tidied up the living room and showed his frustration as he checked the calendar and saw an empty schedule. In the broadcast, Eun Ga-eun revealed that she found out late that Park Hyun-ho had been attending singing classes. Regarding this, Park Hyun-ho said, ″I was embarrassed to talk about it. I was ashamed to say I was going there and didn’t want to talk about it. I didn’t want to step forward because I thought it would be hard.″ He added, ″I want to work hard on my own. I didn’t want to be comforted. I hated it when Ga-eun asked me, ’Hyun-ho, what are you doing?’ It hurt my pride as a husband and a singer.″ He also said, ″I was worried that Ga-eun might think she married the wrong person.″ Park Hyun-ho expressed a changed mindset, saying, ″After our daughter was born, I changed. I think there are things I can do as a husband, and I am moving forward.″ He said, ″I changed a lot after Seowon was born. I think doing housework is part of what I can do as a husband to help Ga-eun become better and more famous.″ ″Men Who Do Housework Season 2″ airs every Saturday at 9:20 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ surpassed 8 million cumulative viewers domestically, becoming the highest-grossing film in the Tom Holland-led ″Spider-Man″ series. According to distributor Sony Pictures, as of the 23rd, ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ recorded a cumulative audience of 8,052,995 viewers 26 days after its release. This surpassed the final audience of the previous film ″Spider-Man: Far From Home,″ which had 8,023,606 viewers, and also overtook ″Spider-Man: No Way Home″ (7.55 million viewers). ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ attracted the second-highest number of viewers among this year’s releases, following ″King and the Man Who Lives″ (approximately 16.918 million viewers). It surpassed 8 million viewers in 26 days, the same period as ″King and the Man Who Lives,″ the top-grossing film of the year. Among Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) solo films, it ranked third in total audience numbers, following ″Iron Man 3″ (9 million viewers) and ″Captain America: Civil War″ (8.67 million viewers). In terms of box office speed, it surpassed 8 million viewers 9 days faster than ″Far From Home.″ The film tells the story of Peter Parker (Tom Holland), who has been forgotten by everyone, facing an enemy who remembers his identity and gaining new powers due to DNA mutation. Directed by Destin Cretton, the cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal, and Mark Ruffalo. Zendaya and Jacob Batalon, who appeared in the previous film, also returned for this installment. Meanwhile, on the 22nd, the box office number one was ″Odyssey″ with 557,350 viewers, while ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ ranked second with 164,392 viewers. The CGV Egg Index recorded 97%.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BIGBANG resumed activities with the new song ″BiiiG″ and a large-scale world tour ″XX : COSMOS″ to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary. The new song ″BiiiG″ was released on the 19th and is their first release in about 4 years and 4 months since 2022. This song is a high-energy hip-hop track characterized by grand beats and an addictive hook, with G-Dragon participating in the lyrics and composition. G-Dragon’s rapping, Taeyang’s vocals, and Daesung’s voice harmonize to showcase the synergy of the three members. ″BiiiG″ ranked number one on major domestic music charts such as Melon, Genie, Bugs, VIBE, and on iTunes song charts in 24 regions. In particular, on Melon, it recorded the highest number of users within the first hour after release among songs released in 2026, topped the TOP100, and reached number one on the daily chart. The world tour started on the 21st with a three-day run at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium. BIGBANG performed representative hits from their 20 years, solo stages by each member, and the first stage of the new song ″BiiiG.″ The members directly participated in the production of the performance, including the setlist, stage design, and overall direction, with global staff and a band session joining them. They realized the ″COSMOS″ universe using a 23-ton mobile LED setup. This tour will continue with a total of 33 shows in 19 cities across North America, Europe, Oceania, and Asia, starting from Goyang. BIGBANG is commemorating their 20th debut anniversary and continuing their new musical journey through the release of the new song and the world tour.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Mi-hee revealed her past story of achieving the kimchi legend with an annual sales of about 50 billion won. On the August 23 broadcast of KBS2’s ″The Boss Has Donkey Ears,″ Park Mi-hee disclosed that she became credit-impaired during the factory facility reorganization process after the kimchi crisis, went through two auctions, and was subjected to seizure ten times. She added that after exhausting all her credit, she even resorted to private loans, and the interest she has paid so far amounts to about 8 billion won. The broadcast also revealed that Park Mi-hee earned a monthly salary of 800,000 won when she worked as a housekeeper at the chairman’s residence. This was about ten times the average female wage at the time. The cast members were impressed by Park Mi-hee’s cooking skills and housekeeping abilities. At the recording site, MCs Kim Sook and Jun Hyun-moo expressed surprise at Park Mi-hee’s confession. Kim Sook said, ″It wasn’t just smooth sailing; she’s truly an amazing person,″ and Jun Hyun-moo said, ″Now I understand everything.″ Additionally, Yang Jun-hyuk, who had experienced business failure in the past, empathized with Park Mi-hee, saying, ″You are very similar to me. I respect you.″ Jun Hyun-moo joked, ″You really only resemble each other in debt,″ which brought laughter to the scene. It is known that Park Mi-hee once worked as a housekeeper at the home of the late Kim Woo-joong, chairman of Daewoo Group.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Choi Hong-man revealed on a broadcast that his ex-girlfriend was a flight attendant. This information was disclosed on the 412th episode of MBC’s entertainment program ″Omniscient Interfering View,″ which aired on August 22. On that day’s broadcast, Choi Hong-man held a housewarming party at his home in Seoul with Kim Won-hoon and Jo Jin-se. During the party, Kim Won-hoon mentioned a tattoo on Choi Hong-man’s left wrist, which was revealed to be the initials of his ex-girlfriend’s name. When Yang Se-hyung asked why he didn’t remove the tattoo, Choi Hong-man replied, ″Because she was the girlfriend I dated the longest, I want to keep it.″ He added another reason for not removing it, saying, ″I should remove it, but it hurts, so I don’t think I can.″ He declared, ″I’m saying this now. If I get a new girlfriend, I will remove it.″ Choi Hong-man also mentioned his connection with flight attendants during the broadcast. He said that because he often flew on airplanes, he received many notes from flight attendants. He also said that both his first girlfriend and the girlfriend he dated the longest were flight attendants. On the same day, Kim Won-hoon asked about the bull trophy from a ssireum (Korean wrestling) competition placed in the living room and when Choi Hong-man received it. Choi Hong-man explained that he received the trophy when he became the 41st Cheonhajangsa (Korean wrestling champion) in 2003 at the age of 23. He said he won a prize of 100 million won and also received a cow, which he sold. Choi Hong-man was born in 1980 and is 45 years old. He is known to be 217 cm tall. He debuted as a traditional ssireum wrestler and achieved the titles of Cheonhajangsa and Baekdujangsa. In 2004, he transitioned to Japan’s K-1 mixed martial arts and was nicknamed the ″Techno Goliath.″ He previously appeared on MBC’s ″Golden Fishery - Knee Drop Guru,″ where he revealed that after matches, he worked in Japanese commercials and earned an annual salary exceeding 2 billion won.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Woo Seo-yoon, the eldest daughter of Woo Ji-won, was selected as the Jin (眞) at the 70th Miss Korea Pageant. In this competition, 26 finalists were chosen after regional contests in eight areas nationwide, drawing attention as children of celebrities participated. Woo Seo-yoon advanced to the finals as Seon (善) in the Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Incheon regional preliminaries and was ultimately crowned Jin on the final stage. Right after winning, she said, ″I did not expect this at all, so I wasn’t prepared with a speech. My fellow contestants worked so hard, and I think we were able to complete a wonderful stage through painstaking effort. I am so happy.″ She also expressed gratitude, saying, ″To my family and friends! Thank you so much for always supporting and encouraging me. It seems this stage was created through the hard work and effort of so many people.″ Woo Seo-yoon gained attention for her cute appearance as a child on SBS’s Star Junior Show Bungeoppang and showed a more mature side last year on tvN STORY’s variety show My Child’s Love 2. She is currently majoring in Fine Arts at Tufts University in the United States and aims to become a global art curator. In this competition, Oh Soo-min won Seon (善), and Lee Min-sol received Mi (美). In the special awards category, Noh Hyang was awarded Ye (藝), and Lee So-min received Jae (才). The Friendship Award, voted on by the candidates themselves, went to Lee So-min, and the Popularity Award was given to Seo Yeo-eun. Meanwhile, Jeon Su-wan, daughter of Jeon Hee-chul, also advanced to the finals but did not place. The event was hosted by Oh Sang-jin and Park Hee-sun. With this win, Woo Seo-yoon follows in the footsteps of previous Miss Korea Jin titleholders.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV’s ’Immortal Songs’ aired on August 22nd as a special episode dedicated to the romantic balladeer ChoiBaekho, celebrating his 50th anniversary since debut. The show introduced the respect and various stories from junior singers toward ChoiBaekho. During the broadcast, Lee Chan-won mentioned that ChoiBaekho marked his 50th debut anniversary this year and asked about not only his status as a musician but also his personal side. Crying Nut shared that ChoiBaekho shows polite manners, such as using honorific language even with juniors. Lee Chan-won also revealed that before the recording, when he went to greet ChoiBaekho, he felt embarrassed because ChoiBaekho bowed at a 90-degree angle and spoke respectfully. Crying Nut recalled that at the indie band event Gyeongnokjeol, ChoiBaekho voluntarily visited and took care of juniors by singing ″About Romance″ for free. Son Tae-jin shared his past experience of performing a duet with ChoiBaekho on the radio and told a story about Choi serenading him one-on-one in the studio. Lee Ji-hoon said that after singing ChoiBaekho’s song as the final song of ″Our Ballad,″ he received a handwritten autograph on a business card in a private setting. Son Tae-jin added that ChoiBaekho travels without a manager, making his business cards precious. Kim Joon-hyun shared his experience of traveling together in a car driven by ChoiBaekho during his appearance on KBS2’s ’The Condition of Humans.’ On the show, Shin Dong-yup described ChoiBaekho’s voice as ″a voice that gently soothes our youth, loneliness, and wandering like whiskey that deepens with the passage of time.″ After the stage, he praised, ″Just the three syllables of the name ChoiBaekho make this stage feel fully complete.″ ChoiBaekho, reflecting on his 50th anniversary appearance on ’Immortal Songs,’ said, ″As I get older, opportunities to perform on good stages decrease,″ and added, ″I sincerely thank you for not forgetting and inviting me.″ Meanwhile, Ailee performed on stage as the vocalist of Ailee Band rather than as a solo singer. Ailee Band is a five-member group formed through an audition planned by Ailee herself, aiming to provide debut opportunities to musicians with little stage experience. Leader Ok Sung-min shared a humorous story about not informing his family about the appearance, only for a banner reading ″Vice Chairman’s Grandson Ailee Band Drummer Accepted″ to be hung by the village head association. Supporters in the studio expressed hopes for a winning banner to be displayed.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X has entered the final countdown to their comeback by releasing the mood sampler for their new mini-album, ’The Phase.’ At 1 PM on the 4th, the mood sampler video for the EP ’The Phase’ was released through Monsta X’s official SNS channels. Filmed in a dark indoor space with a high ceiling and a warehouse-like structure, the video captures Monsta X’s signature intense yet mysterious atmosphere, raising fans’ expectations. The album will be officially released on September 4th at 1 PM (KST). ’The Phase’ is a work that signals Monsta X’s musical transformation, condensing the energy they have built up so far to showcase a new charm. Recently, Monsta X has been actively promoting, including being named in the first lineup for the ’2026 Caschool Festival’ as a full group, and they are confirmed to attend the upcoming ’Asia Artist Awards’ scheduled for December, continuing to meet with fans. This new release from Monsta X is attracting attention not only from fans but from music lovers in general, focusing more attention on their upcoming official activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Mimi revealed a bright update after finishing her appearance on a music show. Recently, Mimi showcased her first solo single, ″Bish Bash Bosh,″ through a broadcast, marking the start of her full-fledged activities as a solo artist. On that day, she caught fans’ attention by wearing a blue crop top and white pants, supporting her body with one hand while looking straight ahead with a bright smile. Her short hairstyle and sneakers stood out, creating a comfortable yet stylish look. ″Bish Bash Bosh″ is a song that embodies Mimi’s confidence and bold energy, serving as her solo debut work released for the first time in 11 years. This solo single demonstrates her musical capabilities as she expanded her scope to include songwriting and DJing, participating directly in the lyrics. Along with the release of the track, Mimi is showcasing diverse performances on various stages, radiating her unique charm. Fans are sending enthusiastic responses and unwavering support for her noticeably grown image. Meanwhile, Mimi’s first solo single, ″Bish Bash Bosh,″ has been released on various music platforms, receiving positive reactions, and anticipation is building for her future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group RIIZE will release their third single, ″Sunburst,″ in Japan on August 26. RIIZE recently attracted global fans’ attention by revealing teaser images of the music video for their new song ″Sunburst″ on their official SNS. In the released images, the members are seen sitting on chairs wearing black sleeveless T-shirts and jeans, staring straight ahead, and standing outdoors among grass and trees with calm expressions while wearing white long-sleeve T-shirts and jeans, creating various atmospheres that heightened anticipation for the new song. ″Sunburst″ is a new song RIIZE is presenting targeting the Japanese market. Following the entry of the mini-album 2 title track ″Do your dance″ into the US Mediabase Top 40 radio chart, establishing their presence in the North American market, they continue active activities in Japan. Previously, RIIZE received a warm response locally by releasing ″RIIZE Over,″ the official cheer song for the Japanese high school basketball championship. Recently, RIIZE has been actively conducting an Asia tour including China and Japan, and was named in the third lineup of the 2026 Asia Artist Awards (AAA), demonstrating their popularity and influence. They are also receiving praise for both their musical capabilities and stage manners as they smoothly continue their concert tour for global fans, ″RIIZE CONCERT TOUR [RIIZING LOUD].″ The agency stated, ″RIIZE will show a more diverse musical color through this Japanese single ’Sunburst,’″ and added, ″They plan to continue steady achievements in the global music market and communicate with fans worldwide.″ RIIZE’s new song ″Sunburst″ will be released on various music sites at midnight (Korean and Japanese time) on August 26.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Jeon Yu Jin radiated a pure and elegant charm in a light pink blouse. Recently, Jeon Yu Jin shared a selfie on their SNS wearing a subtly glossy light pink blouse, gazing directly at the camera. The long wavy hairstyle combined with sophisticated earrings created a calm yet graceful atmosphere. With lips closed and eyes fixed forward, their appearance exuded both confidence and a mature aura. This recent update offers a glimpse of Jeon Yu Jin as they embark on full-scale activities ahead of their comeback, raising fans’ expectations for their new look. They have recently attracted attention in the trot scene by showcasing outstanding vocal skills in various music competitions and programs. In particular, Jeon Yu Jin has been steadily preparing for upcoming performances while actively communicating with fans. The selfie photo, taken in a bright and refreshing atmosphere, is regarded as another moment to confirm their diverse charm. Attention is focused on the continuous growth of Jeon Yu Jin as a rising star in trot.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Rookie boy group Cortis raised fans’ expectations by announcing a new project to celebrate their first debut anniversary. Cortis posted a message on their official SNS saying, ″PACK IT UP 🧳 stay tuned for 8/24 12AM KST,″ revealing that new content will be released at midnight on the 24th. This announcement is part of activities commemorating their first anniversary, strengthening communication with fans while sparking curiosity about their future plans. Earlier, Cortis successfully held their first anniversary solo concert, ″Put Your Phone Down Birthday Party,″ at Hwa-jeong Gymnasium, Korea University in Seoul from the 22nd to the 23rd. The event was sold out, and through an online live broadcast, they shared a meaningful celebration with fans worldwide. The members created a warm atmosphere by smiling brightly and chatting with each other on stage, showing special rapport with fans, which received great responses. Through various activities such as this tour and new song releases, Cortis is demonstrating 300% passion befitting the nickname ″New Humanity.″ The upcoming content is expected to incorporate musical growth and new attempts, offering even richer charm. Fans are closely watching Cortis’s next moves and eagerly awaiting the announcement on the 24th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Girls’ Generation’s Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Sooyoung are about to debut as a new unit, HyoRiSu (Girls’ Generation-HRS). SM Entertainment announced on the 22nd that HyoRiSu will release their first digital single, ″Skibidi,″ on various music sites at 6 p.m. on the 31st. This single includes a total of two songs: the title track ″Skibidi″ and the B-side ″Lowkey In Love.″ The title track ″Skibidi″ features a composition that starts with house music and transitions into hip-hop, incorporating Arabian string samples to create an exotic atmosphere. The lyrics convey the message, ″Let’s make our own new path.″ The B-side ″Lowkey In Love″ is a retro-style dance pop song that combines lively brass sounds, rhythmic grooves, and catchy melodies to express HyoRiSu’s cheerful and positive energy. HyoRiSu will premiere performances of ″Skibidi″ and ″Lowkey In Love″ at the ″2026 Caschool Festival″ held on the 22nd at Seoul Land in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province. This unit originated as a project from Hyoyeon’s personal YouTube channel ″Hyo’s Level Up″ in the ″Fake Kim Hyoyeon″ content, where Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Sooyoung competed for the main vocal and center positions, attracting fans’ attention.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 JTBC drama ’Joseon Matchmaking Agency: Flower Crew’ will be re-released starting August 22. This work depicts the grand matchmaking scam carried out by ’Flower Crew,’ the best matchmakers in Joseon, who strive to transform the king’s first love and the lowest woman in Joseon, Gaeddong, into a noble lady. ’Flower Crew’ contains a fresh and resonant romantic story, including the early days of Park Ji-hoon and Byeon Woo-seok. Park Ji-hoon plays Go Young-soo, Joseon’s first image consultant, showcasing dazzling styling and charming appeal, while Byeon Woo-seok portrays Do-joon, Hanyang’s top informant, demonstrating his versatility by switching between a playboy and an informant. The drama’s intention is to deliver the message ″Heart comes before conditions″ to modern youth who prioritize realistic conditions and qualifications. Directed by Kim Ga-ram and written by original author Kim Yi-rang, this drama depicts Flower Crew’s grand matchmaking operation as they seek true sincerity despite barriers of status and environment. The main characters include Joseon’s top matchmaker Kim Min-jae (Ma Hoon), image consultant Park Ji-hoon (Go Young-soo), and knowledgeable informant Byeon Woo-seok (Do-joon). The process of resolving matchmaking cases, along with the relationship between Byeon Woo-seok and Go Won-hee (Kang Ji-hwa), adds to the drama’s appeal.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jun Ji-hyun is gaining attention again with her wedding dress photo shoot. Recently, photographer Kim Bo-ha posted several wedding photos of Jun Ji-hyun on the official website of his studio, sparking a buzz online. The photos released on the website show Jun Ji-hyun wearing various styles of wedding dresses, showcasing her unique aura and pure charm. Notable shots include one emphasizing elegance with a dress made of voluminous fabric and another creating a sophisticated image with a white suit paired with a veil. Despite being taken 14 years ago, her beauty remains almost unchanged. This wedding photo shoot is known to have been done in 2012 with the fashion magazine Elle, just a week before her wedding. Jun Ji-hyun married Choi Jun-hyuk, CEO of Alpha Asset Management, the same year and has two sons. Jun Ji-hyun debuted as a model for the fashion magazine Ecole in 1997 and has appeared in numerous works such as the films My Sassy Girl, The Thieves, Berlin, Assassination, and the dramas The Legend of the Blue Sea, Kingdom: Ashin of the North, Jirisan, and Polaris. Recently, she played the lead role of Shin Jung-won in director Yeon Sang-ho’s new film, The Night Owl, portraying a character who cannot tolerate injustice and investigates incidents.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Ahn Eun-jin and Seo Kang-joon showcased a different side of themselves through the ’Couple Challenge’ video. On the 22nd, Ahn Eun-jin regrammed the ’Couple Challenge’ video posted by the official KBS drama account on her social media. On the same day, Seo Kang-joon also uploaded the video on his SNS with the caption ″Couple Challenge.″ In the video, the two stood side by side making a V pose, then Seo Kang-joon bent down, wrapped his arms around Ahn Eun-jin’s knees, lifted her up, and sat her on his shoulder. Ahn Eun-jin sat on Seo Kang-joon’s shoulder with a relaxed expression and a bright smile. Seo Kang-joon, with a flushed face, steadied himself by placing one hand on the wall. Ahn Eun-jin is known to be 168 cm tall and weigh 48 kg according to her profile. After the video was released, netizens left various comments such as ″The behind-the-scenes shots are different too,″ ″It looks like two playful teenagers messing around,″ ″Seo Kang-joon is so strong,″ and ″I can’t even imagine how slim she is.″ Meanwhile, the two actors will play Nam Goong-ho and Lee Mi-do, respectively, in the KBS 2TV weekend drama ’Not Your Love,’ which premieres on September 12. The drama depicts the story of a couple in their 10th year of dating who face unexpected emotions amidst familiarity.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jang Saeng-ryeol is set to begin his music activities as ’G.C Hammer’ on KBS 2TV’s ″Men Who Do Housework Season 2,″ with a preview showing him recruiting featuring members. Jang Saeng-ryeol visited the ″Men Who Do Housework″ filming site in person and performed an impromptu stage of ″Club Arirang.″ To find a featuring partner on the spot, he began actively recruiting among the cast members but showed signs of growing desperate as no applicants came forward. He said, ″I’ll give all the money in my wallet as a contract fee,″ showing cash, and appealed, ″Please cooperate, everyone. Who’s going to do the featuring?″ He pointed to Eun Ji-won, Lee Yo-won, and Hwanhee as potential featuring candidates in turn but ultimately turned his attention to Park Seo-jin. When Hwanhee recommended Park Seo-jin as a new ″hip-hop trot″ combination, Jang Saeng-ryeol persuaded Park Seo-jin by putting on a wig, saying, ″Since Lee Yo-won can’t do it, you should cross-dress.″ When Park Seo-jin perfectly pulled off the wig, the scene responded positively, and Jang Saeng-ryeol actively sent a love call, saying, ″Aren’t you going to do it with me?″ During this process, Park Seo-jin surprised everyone by mentioning Jang Saeng-ryeol’s girlfriend Shin Bo-ram, saying, ″Did you know that Boram noona also goes around like this?″ Jang Saeng-ryeol is currently dating 16 years younger shopping host Shin Bo-ram, whom he met through KBS 2TV’s ″Men Who Do Housework,″ and recently revealed couple photos with her. Jang Saeng-ryeol’s featuring member recruitment story will be revealed on KBS 2TV’s ″Men Who Do Housework Season 2,″ airing at 9:20 PM on the 22nd.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 23 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900