https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr Singer Jang Wonyoung showcased her elegant charm. Recently, Jang Wonyoung shared photos on SNS wearing a white off-shoulder dress, conveying a sophisticated atmosphere. Her styling stood out with long wavy hair and hair accessories as focal points, naturally pulling off various poses such as gazing directly at the camera against a solid background or gently touching her hair with one hand. Her subtle smile with closed lips exuded a calm yet enchanting vibe, and confidence was evident in poses where she pointed to her face with her fingers or sat with her arms crossed. Meanwhile, Jang Wonyoung will serve as MC for the sixth consecutive year at the upcoming Asia Artist Awards, demonstrating her unwavering popularity. As she continues to communicate steadily with fans and showcase diverse charms, expectations are high for her future endeavors.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Model Joo Woo-jae has become a hot topic by directly clarifying misunderstandings about himself. Recently, Joo Woo-jae posted on his personal SNS, ″Hello. There have been rumors lately that I am an underwear model, but I am not an underwear model. No pants model,″ clearly drawing the line. Along with this, Joo Woo-jae also revealed photos from the photoshoot of the men’s fashion brand Gio Gia, for which he is an official model. In the photos, Joo Woo-jae perfectly pulled off various styles of suits, shirts, and jackets, showcasing a sophisticated autumn look. From poses matching a black suit with a checkered shirt to natural scenes in a studio setting centered around a beige jacket, white T-shirt, and gray pants, he created a diverse atmosphere. Especially in scenes where he buttoned his suit jacket or adjusted his tie, his stylish masculinity stood out. Joo Woo-jae is loved for his gentle charisma and distinct image through numerous broadcasts and photo shoots. Although he once reenacted poses from his underwear modeling days on a variety show at Yoo Jae-suk’s request, bringing laughter, this clarification has served as an opportunity to correct the misinformation about his modeling activities. Meanwhile, the autumn photoshoot and video of Gio Gia, where Joo Woo-jae is active as a model, can be found on the official website and SNS channels, receiving much attention for their stylish seasonal styling.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In the 33rd season of the dating reality show ″I am SOLO,″ the contestants’ love lines changed significantly following their first dates. In episode 268 of ″I am SOLO,″ aired on SBS Plus and ENA on the 26th, the 33rd season’s lifelong singles confirmed their true feelings through one-on-one and two-on-one dates. The episode recorded ratings of 2.2% on SBS Plus and 2.1% on ENA according to Nielsen Korea, with a combined nationwide average of 3.6% across both channels. Kwangsoo and Hyunsook talked about their jobs and careers during their first one-on-one date. When Hyunsook mentioned the possibility of an overseas assignment and asked about long-distance married life, Kwangsoo replied, ″Since it’s your career, of course, I have to respect it.″ After the date, Hyunsook expressed her fondness for Kwangsoo, saying, ″He seems genuine. I don’t think he would hurt me.″ On the other hand, Kwangsoo said, ″It was okay,″ but also expressed a desire to get to know other women. Meanwhile, Youngsoo, Sangcheol, and Youngcheol, who did not participate in the dates, ate the ″Lonely Set Meal″ in the dormitory. Sangcheol and Youngcheol appeared downhearted, while Youngsoo showcased a mukbang by sprinkling salt and pepper on jajangmyeon and storing leftover sweet and sour pork in the freezer. During the two-on-one date with Youngho, Youngja, and Sunja, dramatic emotional changes occurred. Youngho showed affection by taking care of Sunja throughout the meal. Sunja said, ″It felt less like fairness and more like ’I am Sunja’ was being emphasized.″ Youngho revealed that he intentionally acted kinder to match Sunja’s stated ideal type. Then, the ″Rubber Duck Incident″ happened. At the end of the meal, Youngho chose yellow rubber duck decorations for himself and Sunja, and a pink one for Youngja. When Youngja wanted the yellow one, Sunja gave up hers, but Youngho took the pink one again to match Sunja’s color. Youngja said, ″That was the counterpunch. I realized his feelings were firm,″ and gave up on Youngho. After the dates, a new atmosphere was sensed. Hyunsook showed a fluttering expression when Youngho sat close to her in the common living room and said, ″I’ve never had this kind of contact with a man before, so I was most heart-fluttered,″ revealing her interest in Youngho. Kwangsoo felt excitement when he shared a blanket with Jungsook and ranked Hyunsook and Jungsook high on his list of favorites. On the morning of the third day, the lifelong single men became more proactive. Youngsoo suggested a walk to Jungsook but was rejected because she was in pajamas, which he took as a clear refusal. Youngsik revealed that Youngja had been his first choice since the initial impression selection, but Youngja confessed she felt burdened. Later, Youngsoo said his fondness increased after hearing Sunja’s response that she did not draw a line on the nine-year age difference. After talking with Jungsook, Kwangsoo said his feelings for her grew stronger than for Hyunsook and named Jungsook his new first choice, but added that Jungsook’s defensive attitude toward younger men made her an ″unstable first choice.″ In the preview at the end of the broadcast, the 33rd season lifelong singles showed surprise and excitement at the ″Holding Hands Random Date″ mission.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The films ″Odyssey″ and ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day,″ both starring Tom Holland, set box office records domestically and internationally. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, ″Odyssey″ (directed by Christopher Nolan) attracted 195,895 viewers on the 26th, securing the number one spot at the box office. The cumulative audience reached 7,656,205. The film has maintained the top position at the box office for 22 consecutive days since its release. Although two new releases entered the top ranks that day, ″Odyssey″ drew more viewers than the previous day, retaining its lead. It is about 340,000 viewers away from surpassing 8 million admissions. ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ (directed by Destin Daniel Cretton) recorded 47,642 viewers, ranking second. Its cumulative audience stands at 8,263,210. This film continues to break domestic box office records among the Tom Holland-led ″Spider-Man″ series. At the North American box office, ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ also set a new record. According to Box Office Mojo, as of the 26th, its cumulative North American gross reached $858.4 million (approximately 1.188 trillion KRW), surpassing ″Avengers: Endgame,″ which grossed $858.37 million (approximately 1.188 trillion KRW). This marks the film as the second highest-grossing North American box office hit in seven years and the highest-grossing Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film in North America. It trails the current number one, ″Star Wars: The Force Awakens,″ by about $78 million, which grossed $936.66 million. The Korean film ″Gyeongju Trip″ (directed by Kim Mijo), released on the same day, attracted 36,796 viewers, ranking third overall and first among Korean films. Its cumulative audience is 42,282. ″Gyeongju Trip″ tells the story of four sisters who embark on a revenge trip eight years after their youngest daughter, Gyeongju, failed to return from a school trip. It ranked first in pre-release Korean film ticket reservations and received a 93% CGV Golden Egg Index and a 9.63 rating from actual viewers on Naver. ″Oak Street’s Last Day″ (directed by David Robert Mitchell), also released on the same day, drew 27,025 viewers, placing fourth. Its cumulative audience is 28,875. Starring Anne Hathaway, who also appeared in ″Odyssey,″ the film ranked high at the box office with two titles. ″Oak Street’s Last Day″ depicts the Flat family, who travel back to the prehistoric era on Oak Street and fight for survival against dinosaur attacks. ″Detective Conan: The Angel of the Highway″ (directed by Takahiro Hasui) attracted 8,667 viewers, ranking fifth. Its cumulative audience reached 377,776.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Hwang Seok-jung revealed that she received contact from someone she had a connection with 30 years ago after appearing in the movie ″Hope.″ Hwang Seok-jung appeared on MBC’s ″Radio Star″ special ″HOPE ATTACK″ and shared that she left a strong impression playing the role of a public health center director in the recent film ″Hope.″ She said, ″After filming ’Hope,’ I was called a ’scene stealer’ for the first time in a long while,″ expressing her thoughts on the work. She also added, ″I am very grateful these days.″ She also mentioned acquaintances who reached out to her after a long time since her movie appearance. Hwang Seok-jung said that actresses Yeom Hye-ran and Lee Jung-eun contacted her after watching ″Hope.″ She stated, ″No matter how close you are, if you get too busy, you tend to lose touch. But that contact made me feel like everything went back to the old days, so I felt good.″ In particular, she attracted attention by revealing that a man she met 30 years ago also contacted her. Hwang Seok-jung said, ″And a man I met 30 years ago also reached out. I don’t even remember when we met. Was it 35 years ago?″ She added that she also received contact from a senior she had a connection with 40 years ago. Hwang Seok-jung expressed a special meaning about the work, saying, ″’Hope’ is my hope. It became the hope of my life.″ On the show, Kim Gu-ra mentioned, ″’Hope’ has almost become ’TV Loads Love’.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Esther Yeo directly addressed the suspicions of being a ″figurehead president″ surrounding her. On the 26th, Esther Yeo appeared as a guest on Jang Young-ran’s YouTube channel and shared her position regarding the suspicions related to running a health supplement company. She said, ″This company was started by just me and an accounting staff member. We rented a small office in Yeoksam-dong and reformulated American supplements to suit Korean bodies,″ adding, ″If I hadn’t overseen the formulation itself, this day wouldn’t have come.″ Regarding criticisms that the brand’s advertisements are excessive, Esther Yeo explained, ″Even I skip our ads when they appear while I’m watching YouTube. Our staff say, ’They appear often because you see those things frequently,’ but I don’t tell them to advertise a lot. What I emphasize is to advertise properly.″ She continued, ″They keep emphasizing how cheap it is, but shouldn’t the strength of our product be its unique features academically? Yet they keep talking only about discounts,″ expressing her dissatisfaction. Esther Yeo also revealed her experience of undergoing electroconvulsive therapy requiring general anesthesia due to chronic depression. Addressing some views that she exploits her depression for marketing, she said, ″When I opened up about my depression, the marketing team called it a bombshell. We sell health-related products, and I confessed to having depression and insomnia, and my husband also disclosed his lung disease.″ She added, ″Although I am currently running a business, as a doctor, I have a social duty, so I wanted to show how I was completely cured.″ Esther Yeo confessed that her depression began in earnest around the age of thirty, and despite trying various treatments for ten years as a doctor, some issues remained unresolved.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Seo In-young revealed her attempt to sell luxury bags through her YouTube channel ″Reformation Seo In-young.″ In the video released on the 26th, Seo In-young visited an appraiser to sell her remaining luxury bags. She tried to sell a Chanel bag and a Hermès bag, and upon discovering a stain on the Chanel bag, she said, ″I wore it once in Japan, so why is this happening? If I wipe it, it will come off.″ While the luxury bags were being appraised, Seo In-young expressed happiness, saying, ″There are so many pretty things,″ but upon hearing the price of 3.5 million won, she responded, ″I don’t even have 100,000 won.″ Regarding the Hermès Kelly bag, she said, ″I had all of these. I had them in different colors.″ When the production team mentioned that it was difficult to find a chance to buy that bag, Seo In-young recalled, ″There is a place that sells them online. The store price was 15 million won, but I bought it for 40 million won.″ She also revealed about the Hermès bag she was selling, ″I received it from X,″ adding, ″It’s not from my ex-husband. The ones my ex-husband gave me have already been sold.″ Later, upon hearing that the total appraisal value of the Chanel and Hermès bags was 4.2 million won, she showed signs of disappointment.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Soyou mentioned her muscular appearance from the time when she used to exercise diligently in the past. On the KBS Joy variety show ″Kkirikkiri″ aired on the 26th, Soyou shared her experiences related to dieting while eating sukiyaki with Lee Changsub and Jung Jinwoon. At the gathering, when Lee Changsub said, ″Weight gain and happiness are proportional,″ Jung Jinwoon responded, ″I was really happy from last year to early this year,″ and Soyou revealed, ″I was very happy two years ago.″ Jung Jinwoon recounted an episode when he went golfing with Soyou, saying, ″When Soyou was preparing for her tee shot, I felt, ’This is a long drive.’ If you look at the video from that time, her muscles were really impressive.″ To this, Soyou replied, ″That’s why I couldn’t wear skirts.″ When Jung Jinwoon said, ″That was when you were exercising a lot,″ Soyou said, ″I had gotten addicted to working out. Lifting weights was so much fun. My body was really good then.″ However, Soyou revealed, ″I was very stressed every time I took photos. People said, ’You’re too bulky,’ or ’Take care of yourself.’ But I was exercising that much.″ She continued, ″Then after ’PDA’ came out, I kept losing weight steadily until I dropped to 48 kg.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hwang Seok-jung appeared on MBC’s entertainment program ″Radio Star″ and candidly shared her thoughts on marriage and her broadcasting activities. On the broadcast, Hwang Seok-jung explained the reason for her recent lack of appearances. She said, ″Whenever I go somewhere, I hear a lot of questions like ’Why aren’t you on TV?’ or ’Why aren’t you acting?’″ She added, ″It wasn’t intentional, but since I didn’t have an agency, whenever I was about to be cast, it fell through. However, I have been continuously doing theater and have never stopped acting.″ She also revealed the difficulties she faced without an agency. During the filming of the movie ″Hope,″ she had no company to support her, so she took intercity buses to the filming locations and had to ask colleagues for rides when moving between places. The conversation also turned to marriage. When MC Kim Gu-ra mentioned recent trends in entertainment program appearances, Hwang Seok-jung said, ″I am planning to get married,″ and added, ″I have become more provocative and more hedonistic. Since I have been suppressing myself so much, my desires are growing stronger.″ She continued, ″What can’t I do? I’m dying of loneliness.″ Hwang Seok-jung said, ″Even if I boldly say, ’I’m really okay!’ it doesn’t help, right? If I do that, I might look somewhat vulgar because of my age,″ and added, ″There is no one or company to act as a bridge to realize my overflowing talent, ideals, and dreams. I hope someone can help me.″ She revealed that she is publicly looking not only for a marriage partner but also for an agency.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Song Ga-in revealed an experience where she faced a dangerous situation after not following advice from her mother, who had received a shamanic calling. On the 25th episode of MBC’s variety show ″Songs That Endured Today - Playlist 109,″ Song Ga-in and former baseball player Yoon Seok-min appeared as guests. Song Ga-in stated that she started traditional Korean music influenced by her mother from a young age. She explained that her mother is active as an instructor for the intangible cultural asset No. 72, ″Jindo Ssikkimgut,″ and that watching her mother’s activities naturally sparked her interest in traditional Korean music. When the MCs asked if her mother opposed her transition from traditional Korean music to trot, Song Ga-in explained that her mother actually recommended her to appear on trot. Her mother encouraged her to participate when she heard that ″National Singing Contest″ was coming to Jindo, and Song Ga-in said she appeared and won first place. After receiving the grand prize on ″National Singing Contest″ in 2010 and the excellence award in the year-end finals, she practiced and debuted as a trot singer in 2012 with songs like ″Sanbarama Gangbarama″ and ″Sarangga.″ Song Ga-in also recalled the time she received a casting call from TV Chosun’s ″Miss Trot.″ She hesitated about appearing but called her mother for advice, and her mother immediately said, ″Go. If you go, you’ll hit the jackpot.″ Song Ga-in added that her mother is a shaman who had received a shamanic calling. During the broadcast, when DinDin asked if she had ever been helped by her mother’s insight, Song Ga-in said she consults her mother whenever she has work. She especially revealed that she almost died once because she did not follow her mother’s warning. Song Ga-in said her mother warned her to be careful around water, but she ignored it and went near the water, where she actually got into danger and had to be rescued by the 119 emergency rescue team. After this experience, she said she came to trust her mother 100%.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer MC Mong recently attracted attention by wearing a watch valued at 1.8 billion KRW on the resale market at his solo concert. According to online communities, MC Mong wore a watch produced in a limited edition of only 50 pieces, created through a collaboration between the Swiss watch brand and tennis player Rafael Nadal, during his solo concerts held on the 14th and 16th. This watch is known to have a resale market price equivalent to the cost of an apartment, reaching 1.8 billion KRW, and broadcaster Choo Sung-hoon is also reported to own the same product. MC Mong’s concert tickets were priced at approximately 130,000 KRW and sold out within 90 seconds of going on sale. Prior to the concert, MC Mong addressed the unsettled payment issues related to One Hundred and the allegations of overseas gambling raised by MBC’s PD Notebook, clarifying through a live broadcast that the reports were inaccurate. Netizens expressed various reactions to the watch MC Mong wore at the concert. Comments such as ″How did he make his money?″, ″He makes good songs,″ ″Only the rich become celebrities,″ and ″There’s no need to worry about celebrities″ appeared online.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jang Wonyoung of the group IVE shared behind-the-scenes photos from the waiting room of a luxury jewelry brand event held in Milan, Italy, on the 26th, on her SNS. In the photos, Jang Wonyoung wore a pure white off-shoulder dress and posed in various ways. Her voluminous wavy hair, pearl-decorated headband, drop earrings, and necklace created a doll-like atmosphere. She showed different charms in several scenes, smiling at the camera, pouting her lips, resting her chin, and shifting her gaze. Meanwhile, according to her agency Starship Entertainment, Ahn Yujin and Jang Wonyoung are preparing the exhibition ″AN-YOUNG in Seoul.″ This exhibition records the time of ″AN-YOUNGZ,″ named after the first letters of the two members’ names, and will consist of unreleased photos, media art, and audience participation content.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Brain science professor Lee Jin-hyung and brain science communicator Jang Dong-sun will appear on KBS2’s ’Problematic Men in the Rooftop Room.’ During the broadcast, Hong Jin-kyung revealed that ″AI is my only friend″ and shared her thoughts on using AI. In response, Jang Dong-sun expressed concern, saying, ″That’s a bit dangerous.″ Joo Woo-jae said, ″After using AI, there has been a change in Hong Jin-kyung. I’ve seen Jin-kyung noona for years, but since she started using AI, she has changed. She used to be very sharp, you know? It feels like her wit has slightly dulled.″ Hong Jin-kyung explained, ″AI is a very smart assistant. It averages things out and finds information well.″ Kim Jong-kook remarked, ″It seems like your brain is soaked in AI.″ Jang Dong-sun stated, ″Excessive use of AI can lead to ’cognitive muscle loss.’ Overreliance on AI can affect memory, concentration, empathy, and comprehension.″ Hong Jin-kyung rebutted, ″That’s not true!″ Meanwhile, Hong Jin-kyung announced her divorce in August 2025 after marrying in 2003. ’Problematic Men in the Rooftop Room’ will air on the 28th at 10:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Soo-hong personally apologized regarding the departure delay that occurred on the aircraft with his family. A video showing Park Soo-hong repeatedly saying ″I’m sorry″ to passengers on board was released. Korean Air flight KE415 was scheduled to depart from Incheon International Airport to Guam on the 23rd, but the actual takeoff was delayed by about 70 minutes until 11:15 a.m. The arrival was also confirmed to be about 30 minutes late. Park Soo-hong’s family was seated in the Prestige class, and with a child crying severely, Park Soo-hong reportedly expressed his intention to disembark, concerned about greater discomfort during the long flight. While waiting on board, Park Soo-hong’s family withdrew their intention to disembark once the child calmed down, and it was reported that they did not actually leave the aircraft. During this process, procedures such as unloading checked baggage were carried out, which caused the departure delay. The video capturing the in-flight situation showed Park Soo-hong continuously apologizing to nearby passengers, bowing his head and appearing restless amid the child’s crying. The person who released the video also stated that Park Soo-hong kept apologizing. Later, some online claims arose that Park Soo-hong’s family actually disembarked and then reboarded the plane, raising suspicions of celebrity privilege. However, Park Soo-hong explained that he expressed his intention to disembark on board but withdrew it before actually leaving. Korean Air also stated that they responded according to protocol when a passenger voluntarily disembarks. On the 26th, Park Soo-hong apologized through SNS, saying, ″Recently, a departure delay occurred due to my family during the boarding process. I caused great inconvenience by taking away the precious time of many people and also caused damage to the airline staff. I sincerely apologize with a bowed head.″ He explained that he made an immature decision out of panic because the child was crying and that he conveyed his intention to disembark to avoid causing greater harm to passengers during the long flight. He added, ″While waiting on board, the child stopped crying, and we expressed our intention to reboard, but I did not realize that this could significantly delay security checks and other procedures,″ acknowledging responsibility. Park Soo-hong once again expressed his apologies to the passengers and airline staff.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Mamamoo member Hwasa revealed photos taken in Los Angeles, USA, on the 27th on her channel. In the released photos, Hwasa was seen enjoying coffee while swimming in a bikini. Hwasa was captured drinking coffee while standing by the poolside. Her slim waist and slender figure also caught attention. Along with the photos, Hwasa wrote, ″Coffee in the water I love.″ Meanwhile, Mamamoo, to which Hwasa belongs, is currently on a North American tour.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer JooE, formerly of the group MOMOLAND, made her debut as a musical actress. On the 21st, JooE took the stage in the original musical ″Caffeine″ held at The Good Theater in Seoul. ″Caffeine″ is a work set in the café ″Love is...″ where coffee and wine coexist after 6 p.m. JooE played the role of Sejin, the café manager and barista. Sejin is a character who goes to the café every morning and expresses her thoughts on love by writing the phrase ″Love is...″ on the chalkboard. JooE portrayed Sejin’s bright and confident personality with her own expressions and tone of voice. She also led the center of the play through her chemistry with the other actors. JooE said, ″I am so happy to have safely completed my first performance as Sejin in the musical ’Caffeine,’″ and added, ″I want to sincerely thank all the staff and fellow actors who helped me before the performance.″ She continued, ″Honestly, it still doesn’t feel real, but I want to become a JooE who grows even more during the remaining performances.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Jang Ga-hyun appeared on Channel A’s ″Beauty Clinic Touch Me,″ revealing the changes in her face caused by stress-induced weight gain and extreme dieting. On the show, Jang Ga-hyun focused on exercise, saying while running at the gym, ″You must always do fasted cardio, and while doing regular running, you need to increase your speed to sweat well and burn fat effectively.″ She continued exercising after returning home, and when the production team asked why she was obsessed with working out, she explained, ″I once filmed a divorce program. After that, every move I made was reported in the news. The headlines were always sensational, like ’Divorced Jang Ga-hyun,’ and at some point, my acting opportunities completely stopped.″ During this process, Jang Ga-hyun said she gained 10 kg after appearing on the divorce program and lost 2 kg per month over six months. She said, ″Now, no one says I’ve gained weight, but I know how I used to look. I don’t want to go back to that. As I maintain my weight, I think I exercise obsessively.″ However, she also revealed that she binge-eats flour-based foods once a day. Lee Jong-hoon, a Touch Master who appeared on the show with her, analyzed that Jang Ga-hyun’s repetitive excessive cardio to maintain her weight affected her skin elasticity. He also stated that her extreme restriction of water intake worsened her skin barrier and caused dryness. Meanwhile, Jang Ga-hyun married Jo Sung-min of the group 015B in 2000 and had one son and one daughter. They divorced in 2020. Two years later, she appeared with Jo Sung-min on TV Chosun’s ″We Got Divorced 2,″ which attracted attention. During the show, she shared her experience living with her mother-in-law and expressed grievances about Jo Sung-min.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Song Hye-kyo recently shared a photo showcasing a natural styling on her personal account. On the 26th, Song Hye-kyo posted a casual photo wearing an off-white shirt paired with denim pants. In the photo, Song Hye-kyo created a sophisticated atmosphere by wearing a shirt that conveys comfort in its material and jeans with a clean silhouette. She added a brown leather bag and a wristwatch of the same tone to give a sense of unity to the overall style. Her naturally styled bob haircut also caught attention. Song Hye-kyo is known for her dedication to self-care. In the past, she revealed that her body management secrets include reducing salty food intake, controlling meal portions, and consistently practicing running and yoga. Meanwhile, Song Hye-kyo is set to appear in the Netflix new release ″Slowly but Surely″ scheduled for release in the second half of this year, alongside Gong Yoo, Cha Seung-won, Lee Ha-nee, Kim Seol-hyun, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yang Hyun-suk, the chief producer of YG Entertainment, visited the Big Bang concert venue with his daughter and Baby Monster member Laura. Recently, a video showing Yang Hyun-suk, his daughter, and Baby Monster’s Laura enjoying music in the standing area of the Big Bang concert was posted on an online community. In the video, Yang Hyun-suk wore a hat pulled down and a mask, while his daughter wore an oversized hoodie. At the venue, Big Bang’s ″Last Farewell″ was playing, and Yang Hyun-suk’s daughter began to dance. Seeing this, Yang Hyun-suk tapped his daughter’s shoulder and personally taught her the signature choreography of raising both hands above her head. His daughter and Laura followed Yang Hyun-suk and performed synchronized dance moves to the beat. Yang Hyun-suk debuted in 1992 with the group Seo Taiji and Boys, then established YG Entertainment, producing various artists such as Jinusean, 1TYM, Se7en, Lexy, Gummy, Big Bang, 2NE1, and Black Pink. He is married to Lee Eun-joo, an artist 12 years his junior under the same label, and they have one son and one daughter.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 A no-bra fashion issue was raised in a video that Hwang Jung-eum posted on her YouTube channel. On the 26th, a video titled ″The Day I Treated Ji-young Unnie & Soobin Oppa″ was uploaded to Hwang Jung-eum’s YouTube channel. In the video, Hwang Jung-eum appeared wearing a sleeveless outfit and talked about Itaewon, saying, ″I’m really into Itaewon. I’m getting to know Itaewon. It’s been five years since I came here,″ while meeting actors Bae Soo-bin and Kim Ji-young. Hwang Jung-eum also mentioned, ″There’s a story that 13 years ago, when I went to meet my boyfriend, I brought a woman with me.″ Kim Ji-young asked Hwang Jung-eum, ″Why have you gotten so dark?″ and Hwang Jung-eum replied, ″My voice isn’t coming out. Maybe it’s because I’m raising two sons. Raising two kids alone has affected my condition.″ Bae Soo-bin and Hwang Jung-eum had acted together in the drama ″Secret.″ Hwang Jung-eum revealed, ″I relied a lot on oppa even during filming,″ and Bae Soo-bin said, ″I watched your YouTube the other day, but you didn’t talk about me. I secretly hoped my story would come up.″ Then Bae Soo-bin recalled, ″Hwang Jung-eum really struggled while filming ’Secret,’″ and Hwang Jung-eum said she received advice from Bae Soo-bin: ″You are a very instinctive actor. If you add reason to that, you will become an even better actor.″ In the video, some fans mentioned no-bra fashion in response to Hwang Jung-eum wearing a sleeveless top, saying things like, ″You didn’t go to the gathering without a bra, right? I was surprised at first,″ ″When I saw the scene of you walking at the beginning, I wondered if you were no-bra,″ and ″The style is really disappointing.″ Hwang Jung-eum has been communicating with fans through her YouTube channel recently. In a video released on the 12th, controversy arose over scenes where she seemed to leave her dog only in the yard during the heatwave and did not discipline her son who greeted the staff informally. In a subsequent video, she tried idol makeup but received criticism that the styling was outdated.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Seo Soo-min shared photos taken in a photo booth on her SNS on the 26th. The photos show Seo Soo-min striking various poses in front of a frame featuring So Ji-sub’s face. Scenes were created as if they were taking pictures together, standing side by side or back to back in front of the So Ji-sub frame set up in the photo booth, not the real So Ji-sub. Seo Soo-min unexpectedly found the frame of So Ji-sub, who plays her father in the drama, at an unexpected location and took a certification shot herself. Meanwhile, the SBS Friday-Saturday drama ″Chief Kim,″ starring So Ji-sub, is a father universe revenge action drama about the ″most ordinary″ father in the world who becomes the ″most dangerous″ man to get back his only daughter. The drama recorded a highest nationwide household rating of 23.1% (according to Nielsen Korea). In the drama, So Ji-sub plays the role of ″Chief Kim,″ and Seo Soo-min plays his daughter ″Kim Min-ji.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The girl group Dreamcatcher has shared an update full of love for their fans. On the 26th, Dreamcatcher’s official SNS account posted a photo from a fan signing event along with the caption, ″Makestar, Who’s Fan fan signing event❣ Always a fun chat with Insomnia😚 Fighting for tomorrow〰️″ In the photo, the members stand side by side in comfortable casual outfits, smiling brightly, drawing attention with their diverse styles including blonde, long brown, and long black hair. Recently, Dreamcatcher has been continuing various activities to strengthen communication with fans both domestically and internationally. Especially at this year’s Dream Concert, they performed on stage alongside more than 30 popular artists, gaining significant attention. Meanwhile, Dreamcatcher continues to be loved for their unique concept and music, maintaining a strong bond with their global fandom, Insomnia. They plan to continue meeting fans through various fan meetings and official events in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kep1er raised fans’ expectations by announcing their participation in the upcoming 2026 CassCool Festival. Kep1er shared a post on their official SNS account to announce their involvement in the festival, showcasing a refreshing atmosphere along with vibrant energy. In the released photos, the members of Kep1er wore white tops paired with jeans and short shorts, waving their hands on stage with bright smiles. A large screen and stage structures formed the background, and the audience’s cheers added to the excitement of the scene. Recently, Kep1er has been consistently communicating with fans not only through music activities but also with diverse stages and content. Their performance at this festival is also expected to receive great responses with their unique refreshing vibe and precise choreography. Kep1er plans to continue their active progress through various activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sandara Park recently showcased a powerful presence on stage at the fan concert ’Reprism FanCon in Bangkok’ held in Bangkok. Dressed in a gray suit, Sandara Park captivated attention as she stood on stage holding a microphone, singing while gazing directly ahead against the backdrop of large city street screens and signs. Under the intense stage lighting, she conveyed deep emotions with a focused expression, eyes closed, enhancing the performance’s completeness. At the event, Sandara Park expressed her gratitude to fans by posting ″ขอบคุณค่ะ (Thank you)″ in Thai on social media. Her profound expressiveness and unique charisma on stage drew enthusiastic responses from local fans, heating up the venue. The mature stage manners and chic suit she displayed during the performance revealed the depth of experience she has accumulated as an artist over many years. Meanwhile, Sandara Park is actively continuing her activities not only with the Bangkok concert but also domestically, delivering outstanding performances at various stages and fan events. Drawing attention with her changed makeup style and youthful beauty, she consistently communicates with fans through steady self-care and musical activities. Expectations are rising for Sandara Park’s future endeavors across multiple fields.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Minho of the group SHINee will make a comeback with his second mini-album, ″Make it hot,″ on September 7 at 6 PM. This album consists of a total of six tracks, including the title track of the same name, ″Make it hot.″ Minho is expected to showcase his wide-ranging potential as a solo artist through diverse musical styles and performances. The title track is a pop dance genre infused with EDM sounds, featuring exotic percussion rhythms, heavy bass, and a powerful chorus melody. Minho recently announced the album release and revealed teaser images on his official SNS. In the released photos, he wears a white shirt and top, posing naturally against the backdrop of a beach and sunset, creating a refreshing yet sophisticated atmosphere. Various scenes are captured, such as shielding his forehead with one hand while gazing sideways or standing on the sandy beach looking into the distance, raising anticipation for the new album. In addition to his solo activities, Minho has been actively promoting as a SHINee member. Through this album, he plans to express stories about ″himself″ with diverse music, further clarifying his unique color. He will also meet fans with various songs, including new tracks, showing his musical growth and transformation. Minho’s second mini-album, ″Make it hot,″ will be released on various online music sites on the day of release, and pre-orders are currently underway. Fans are expected to experience Minho’s passionate energy and emotions once again through this new release.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Red Velvet’s Seulgi revealed a leisurely daily life in Haebangchon. Recently, she posted several photos on her SNS with a simple caption, ″I like Haebangchon☀️.″ Seulgi appeared in a comfortable outfit, pairing a white long-sleeve T-shirt with jeans, sitting at various spots on the street where sidewalks and streetlights are visible, enjoying ice cream. Her calm expression, with lips closed and eyes looking straight ahead, is striking. In another photo, she created a relaxed atmosphere while resting in a space where stairs and surrounding plants harmonize. A warm moment of daily life was also conveyed as she gently petted a cat passing nearby. In a selfie, she wore a white long-sleeve T-shirt layered over a black sleeveless top, looking straight ahead in a space where wooden backgrounds and surrounding props blend. A natural and comfortable vibe is felt. The recently revealed moments are small daily life scenes taking a short break amid busy comeback preparations, receiving warm responses from fans. Seulgi is actively continuing her music activities as Red Velvet’s main dancer and lead vocalist, and she is known to be preparing for a comeback recently, raising expectations.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Jung Joon-ha reunited with Hyungdon and Myeongsu on MBC TV after a long time to present a special broadcast. In MBC’s , airing tonight at 9 PM, Jung Joon-ha followed the footsteps of Baekbeom Kim Gu and took time to revisit the history we must remember. Hyungdon and Myeongsu, who appeared together, also shared meaningful stories during the broadcast, communicating with viewers. Dressed in white shirts and black vests, they smiled brightly while filming indoors, where wooden walls and historic photos blended together. Outdoor scenes captured serious and emotional moments, such as placing flowers in a lush green area. Through SNS, Jung Joon-ha said, ″I reunited with Hyungdon and Myeongsu on MBC TV after a long time! We followed the footsteps of Baekbeom Kim Gu and revisited the history we need to remember. Please take some precious time to join us.″ He expressed his anticipation for the broadcast. Loved for a long time, Jung Joon-ha is expected to lead in conveying a warm message about the importance of our history through this program. Viewers will likely be able to see the sincere sides of Jung Joon-ha and his colleagues through , which offers a deep understanding of history and its figures.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Model Irene showcased her sophisticated fashion sense through a key look photoshoot targeting the 2026 Fall/Winter (F/W) season. It is evaluated that she completed a new sense of balance by adding leather materials, color accents, and bold volume to a simple silhouette. In the photoshoot, Irene presented a minimal yet tense look with a high-neck sleeveless mini dress that fits smoothly to the body line and a leather bag. She also completed a lively twist style by adding dot and ribbon details to a neatly tailored jacket and flare skirt. In the cut where she matched a black leather jacket with a mini skirt, she emphasized the diversity of style through a strong mood and voluminous poses. In addition, she created various atmospheres with items suitable for the fall/winter season, such as a purple long coat and boots, and a gray fur coat and skirt. Irene enhanced the completeness of the photoshoot by offering natural yet professional poses, such as sitting on a sofa facing forward or kneeling and stretching out her arms. This photoshoot added a modern sensibility by using contemporary architecture as the background, and the overall composition further highlighted Irene’s status as a global entertainer and her chic charm. Through the fashion photoshoot, Irene effectively conveyed the 2026 F/W season trends with a harmony of restrained tailoring, leather materials, and bold volume, proving her unwavering influence in the fashion industry with this work. Meanwhile, Irene has been consistently sharing her style through SNS recently, showing a trendy sensibility, and continues to be active in various fields. Detailed item information can be found through fashion magazines and websites.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Nana shared an update with a chic and sophisticated charm. Recently, Nana showcased a casual style by pairing an olive sleeveless top with brown pants and posted photos on SNS. Notable scenes include her wearing sunglasses, looking straight ahead while making a V sign with one hand, and waving her arm energetically, radiating lively energy. These photos, set against a plain wall and a red chair, capture her natural yet refined atmosphere well. She also displayed a more developed fashion sense through various stylings, such as wearing a black vest and pants harmoniously with brown pants while sitting on a folding chair holding a backpack, and standing by a window creating a contemplative mood. Recently, Nana presented a calm yet urban charm while holding a blue balloon or standing dressed in a black coat and pants. Especially in a scene where she sits at a table with several plates of food in front of her, against a backdrop of lush greenery beyond the window, a feminine and mature aura was evident. Meanwhile, Nana will appear in the new Netflix series ″Scandal,″ which premieres on September 18. Set in the Joseon Dynasty, this work deals with bold and dangerous love and features co-stars such as Son Ye-jin and Ji Chang-wook. In the recent filming, Nana demonstrated a distinctive presence, raising expectations.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kwon Eunbi will release her digital single album [DEJAVU] on September 3rd at 6 PM. Along with the news of the new song release, Kwon Eunbi communicated with fans by sharing an album frame image on her official SNS. In the photo, Kwon Eunbi wears a white dress and gazes directly ahead against a backdrop of green grass, creating a pure yet dreamy atmosphere. Her long orange hair stands out, drawing attention as it blends harmoniously with nature. The new album [DEJAVU] that Kwon Eunbi will present is expected to showcase a unique concept and musical color, and through this new song, she is anticipated to reveal a more mature side as an artist. Fans are eagerly awaiting this release, which captures Kwon Eunbi’s distinctive sensibility and sound. Meanwhile, Kwon Eunbi continues to receive wide love by actively communicating with fans through diverse musical activities and SNS engagement. This digital single release is expected to further solidify her musical presence.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Cortis shared a special update along with their new song activities. Recently, Cortis posted a photo on SNS showing two members wearing a black vest and gray shorts, raising their arms toward each other. They created a unique atmosphere by looking straight ahead with focus in an indoor space with a white wall and black curtains. The post included a short phrase, ″Now Sheki can’t take the bus,″ sparking curiosity. Meanwhile, Cortis is receiving great attention as their debut song ″What You Want″ surpassed 100 million streams on the global music streaming platform Spotify. This achievement was reached within one year of their debut, proving the passionate love from fans and music lovers. Cortis plans to continue their musical presence through various activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Girls’ Generation’s Yuri showcased a deadly visual wearing a white top as she announced the release of the new unit ’Hyorisu (Girls’ Generation-HRS)’s digital single ’Skibidi.’ On the 27th, Yuri posted multiple photos on her official SNS with the phrase ″Girls’ Generation-HRS Girls’ Generation-Hyorisu 〖Skibidi〗 ➫ 2026.08.31 6PM (KST).″ In the photos, Yuri matched a white sleeveless top with jeans, completing a clean yet sophisticated style. Her long hair was naturally let down, and she stared straight ahead against a solid background, exuding a soft yet intense charm. Wearing earrings further enhanced her feminine atmosphere. Hyorisu is a unit consisting of Girls’ Generation members Hyoyeon, Yuri, and Choi Sooyoung, and they are set to release their first single ’Skibidi’ at 6 PM on the 31st, officially starting their activities. The new song is known for its unique sound that begins with a house beat and transitions into hip-hop. Yuri plans to show a differentiated musical color with this activity, raising fans’ expectations. She hinted at a transformation by revealing an urban sophistication quite different from her natural daily life recently captured in Jeju Island. Meanwhile, Hyorisu attracted attention even before their debut by previewing part of their new song’s stage at the ’2026 Kaschool Festival’ on the 22nd. Yuri continues to be active not only in steady music activities but also in various entertainment shows and broadcasts.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The band hrtz.wav has recruited Sungchan of RIIZE as a featured artist on the title track of their second mini-album, ’The Second Wave : MOMENTUM.’ On the 25th at 6 PM, hrtz.wav revealed the tracklist of the new album through their official SNS. This album includes a total of six songs: the title track ″ALIVE (Feat. Sungchan of RIIZE),″ ″Mind,″ ″Sunday Morning,″ ″Play My Guitar,″ ″Thinkin’ Bout You,″ and ″First Daylight.″ With the announcement of the tracklist and the collaboration between hrtz.wav and Sungchan, global music fans have shown great interest. Through this title track, hrtz.wav plans to showcase an expanded sound and new synergy. The released tracklist image is designed as a paper wristband for concert entry. hrtz.wav’s second mini-album, ’The Second Wave : MOMENTUM,’ will be released on various online music platforms at 6 PM on September 9.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids achieved a top 3 position for two consecutive weeks on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200, with their mini album ’THIS & THAT’. According to JYP Entertainment, Stray Kids ranked 3rd on the Billboard 200 chart dated August 29 with this album, which was released on the 7th. After debuting at number 1 the previous week, they maintained a high position for two consecutive weeks. At the same time, they held the top spot on the ’World Albums’ chart for the second week. The album recorded 369,000 units sold in the US in its first week, setting a new personal best for Stray Kids. It reached number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart dated August 22, marking a record of all nine albums entering the Billboard 200 at number 1 since their 2022 mini album ’ODDINARY’. This is the first-ever record of nine consecutive number 1 entries on the Billboard 200 chart. In addition to Billboard, Stray Kids topped the French National Syndicate of Phonographic Publishing (SNEP) ’Top Albums’ and Austria’s O3 Top 40 ’Long Play (Album) Chart’ for two consecutive weeks dated August 14 and 21. With this, Stray Kids now holds the most Billboard 200 number 1 albums among groups active in the 21st century, ranking second overall for the most number 1 albums by a group, following The Beatles.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Do Kyung-soo released the interactive mini-game content ″DOPAMINE PAK″ for his fourth mini-album ″DOPAMINE″ at noon on the 26th through his official SNS channels. ″DOPAMINE PAK″ is a mini-game designed to provide thrilling fun through various controls and reactions in line with the album concept. It features Do Kyung-soo’s voice and new album sounds throughout the game, allowing fans to experience the album’s atmosphere in a multidimensional way. The mini-game includes various elements such as squishy toys, spray, ice, and guitar, with Do Kyung-soo’s voice appearing randomly in some games. Content reflecting the design of the guitar-based game and the ″WAH CLICKER KEYCHAIN″ version is also provided. By clicking the cassette tape-shaped icon, users can listen to the instrumental version of the new album. On the 25th, Do Kyung-soo opened the ″DOPAMINE″ announcement channel on his official Instagram and announced the new release with the phrases ″DOPAMINE Level Rising″ and ″Peak Expected 09.08 18:00″ in his first message. He then presented the photobook version names ″FIZZ″ and ″POP″ as options for a fan vote. Fans responded with comments such as ″I really like the channel,″ ″Voting on the official channel, the comeback is going great,″ and ″Dopamine is exploding.″ According to the released scheduler, starting with the release of ″DOPAMINE PAK″ on the 26th, Do Kyung-soo will sequentially unveil various content including four versions of concept photos, two versions of concept films, the tracklist, highlight medley teaser and full version, music video film, and two music video teasers from the 27th onward. Teasing content will be released daily without fail until the day before the album release. ″DOPAMINE″ is Do Kyung-soo’s first new release in one year since the digital single ″DUMB″ released last September, and it is his first album release in one year and two months since his first full-length album ″BLISS″ released last July. Do Kyung-soo’s fourth mini-album ″DOPAMINE″ will be released on September 8 at 6 PM through various online music sites. Meanwhile, Do Kyung-soo recently appeared in the film ″Secret That Cannot Be Told,″ the Disney+ original series ″Piece City,″ and the tvN variety show ″Kong Kong Farm Farm″ alongside actors Kim Woo-bin and Lee Kwang-soo. Starting in October, he will begin the ″2026-2027 DOH KYUNG SOO CONCERT TOUR [DAY OFF],″ with the Seoul concert’s domestic and global fan club pre-sale tickets already sold out.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Big Bang held a solo concert for the first time in 8 years and 8 months, marking the start of their 20th anniversary world tour. The first show of the world tour ″XX: Cosmos,″ held from August 21 to 23 at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium, featured G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung performing as a three-member group. Approximately 100,000 fans attended the concerts over the three days. The event attracted a large number of celebrities and stars from the entertainment industry. Singer IU was spotted attending the performance on the 23rd. IU was seated in the audience wearing a cap and mask in a casual outfit, drawing renewed attention to their close relationship with the Big Bang members. In 2017, G-Dragon featured on IU’s song ″Palette,″ and at that time, G-Dragon gained attention for the encouraging lyrics, ″You shine the brightest. Don’t be afraid when darkness falls.″ Despite experiencing symptoms of vocal cord nodules and currently adjusting schedules for the upcoming Goyang Stadium concert and the release of their 6th full album next month, IU came to support the concert. This also marked their first official public appearance since breaking up with actor Lee Jong-suk in July. Hyomin, formerly of T-ara, also shared photos from the concert on her personal account on the 24th with the caption ″My eternal idol Big Bang.″ Hyomin appeared in all-black fashion and posted a photo with Daesung after the concert, adding the comment, ″Daesung, why are you so awesome?″ She also included the phrase, ″Big Bang’s 20th anniversary with the heart-touching ’Sunset Glow.’ See you again.″ Hip-hop artist Beenzino and model Stephanie Michova, a married couple, also attended the concert. Michova posted a review on her account on the 23rd, saying, ″It was absolutely the best. The last time I saw them was at the 2015 LA concert, and to see them again in Korea in 2026, I sang along and laughed for three hours.″ Michova appeared in the music video for G-Dragon and Taeyang’s ″Good Boy″ in 2014. Beenzino earned the nickname ″GunBang″ due to his connection with Taeyang and Daesung, having performed together at the Ground Forces Festival during his military service. Starting with the Goyang concerts, Big Bang plans to continue their tour with 33 shows in 19 cities worldwide, including Oakland in the United States, Paris in France, London in the United Kingdom, and Sydney in Australia.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IVE members Ahn Yujin and Jang Wonyoung will meet fans through the exhibition ″AN-YOUNG IN SEOUL.″ On the 25th, the official SNS of the ″IVE Exhibition″ posted a teaser poster featuring the silhouettes of the two. This poster was released following the previously unveiled teaser video, revealing the exhibition’s title and part of its concept. ″AN-YOUNG IN SEOUL″ is an exhibition that embodies greetings of meeting and asking about each other’s well-being in a space, with Ahn Yujin and Jang Wonyoung greeting visitors in various ways and creating new experiences and memories together. The exhibition will feature unreleased photos of the two, media art, and various programs that visitors can participate in. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, stated, ″’AN-YOUNG’ is a greeting exchanged when meeting and a phrase to ask about each other’s well-being. In this exhibition, Jang Wonyoung and Ahn Yujin will greet visitors in various ways, getting closer to those who visit the space and adding meaning by creating new experiences and memories together.″ The combined name ″ANNYEONGZ,″ formed by Ahn Yujin’s surname ″Ahn″ and the last syllable ″Young″ of Jang Wonyoung’s name, has been used among fans since their IZ*ONE days. The two are also meeting overseas fans through IVE’s second world tour, ″SHOW WHAT I AM.″ The location and schedule of this exhibition have not yet been announced.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Red Velvet’s Wendy recently mentioned her new song ″Your Lips,″ featuring 2PM’s Jun. K, on her SNS and shared several photos. On the 25th, Wendy posted photos with the caption, ″Your Lips with sunbaenim.″ In the released photos, Wendy showcased a style pairing a subtly glossy sleeveless top with a black pleated skirt. The form-fitting top and sleeveless design emphasized Wendy’s slender waistline, slim silhouette, and the lines of her arms and shoulders. Her long brown wavy hairstyle, distinct facial features, and small face created a doll-like atmosphere. Fashion accessories included argyle-patterned sheer stockings, sky blue high heels, and a delicate layered necklace, enhancing the completeness of the style. Meanwhile, Red Velvet, to which Wendy belongs, is celebrating their 10th anniversary this year with various activities. They are delivering bright energy through Mnet’s variety show ″Level Up Project″ Season 6, and their recently released EP ″Velvet Summer″ title track ″Surfin’ Boy″ (written by Joy) topped Bugs’ real-time chart and ranked high on major music charts, proving their popularity.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Red Velvet’s Wendy posted several photos on her SNS on the 25th, mentioning the new song ″Your Lips″ with 2PM’s Jun. In the photos, Wendy showcased a style pairing a subtly glossy sleeveless top with a black mini pleated skirt. The top, in silver or light mint color, featured a body-hugging design that emphasized her slender waist and slim silhouette. The sleeveless design revealed her arms and shoulder lines, and her long brown wavy hairstyle added a mature atmosphere. Argyle-patterned sheer stockings, sky blue high heels, and a delicately layered necklace added points to the styling. Wendy wrote, ″Your Lips with sunbaenim,″ revealing her musical chemistry with Jun. Recently, Red Velvet, to which Wendy belongs, is celebrating their 10th debut anniversary with various activities. They are meeting fans through Mnet variety show ″Level Up Project″ Season 6, and the title track ″Surfin’ Boy″ (written by Joy) from the recently released EP ″Velvet Summer″ ranked first on Bugs real-time chart.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Disney Plus original series ″The Reborn Empress″ has confirmed its release date as November 4th. On the 26th, the production team released a teaser trailer along with character posters. ″The Reborn Empress″ is based on the webtoon and web novel of the same name, marking the first live-action adaptation of a popular IP that has accumulated 2.97 billion global views as of July 2026. This 10-episode series stars Shin Min-a, Joo Ji-hoon, Lee Jong-suk, and Lee Se-young in key roles. The story is a romantic fantasy epic centered on Nabiye (played by Shin Min-a), the perfect empress of the Dongdae Empire, who is notified of divorce by Emperor Sovieshu (played by Joo Ji-hoon), who has fallen for Rasta (played by Lee Se-young), a runaway slave. In exchange for accepting the divorce, Nabiye demands approval to remarry Prince Heinley (played by Lee Jong-suk) of the Western Kingdom. The narrative focuses on the intertwined relationships, desires, betrayals, and loves of these four characters. The released teaser trailer begins with a majestic view of the Dongdae Empire and the noble figure of Empress Nabiye. A scene shows Sovieshu swearing to Nabiye, ″No matter what happens, you are my only wife,″ but their relationship begins to fracture with Rasta’s arrival. The trailer continues with Sovieshu falling for Rasta, who enjoys the emperor’s favor and happiness, while Nabiye watches them and steels her resolve. The appearance of Prince Heinley further complicates the relationships. Heinley comforts Nabiye and grows closer to her, while Sovieshu watches them with jealousy and anger. Ultimately, Sovieshu informs Nabiye of the divorce, and she accepts it while demanding approval for remarriage. The character posters reveal each character’s personality and desires. Shin Min-a transforms into the elegant and dignified Empress Nabiye, exuding a strong presence with the phrase ″I demand approval for remarriage.″ Joo Ji-hoon sits on the throne, expressing the majesty and changed emotions of Emperor Sovieshu, accompanied by the phrase ″I must divorce the empress.″ Lee Jong-suk, as Prince Heinley of the Western Kingdom, radiates a mysterious and captivating aura, hinting at a new relationship with the phrase ″It is an honor to meet you, my queen.″ Lee Se-young’s Rasta appears bright and glamorous, with the phrase ″Rasta is so happy these days!″ ″The Reborn Empress″ will be available on Disney Plus starting November 4th.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 After YouTuber Park Wi released CCTV footage of a KTX fall accident, controversy over his lecture fees continued as it was revealed that his fees for public institution events ranged from 10 million to 15 million KRW. According to the minutes of the Administrative and Finance Committee of Dongjak-gu, during the review of the 2025 budget proposal held last December, a representative of the Dongjak Cultural Foundation mentioned Park Wi’s case in response to a question about the 12 million KRW influencer instructor invitation fee, stating that he was charging ″10 million to over 15 million KRW.″ The lecture time was explained to be two hours at that time. Park Wi’s lecture fees varied by public institution. Geumsan County paid 5 million KRW for a special lecture contract with Park Wi in 2023, and the head of the Yongsan-gu Social Welfare Department stated at last year’s district council meeting that the cost of Park Wi’s lecture was about 6 million KRW. Bupyeong-gu signed a special lecture service contract with Wiracle Factory, where Park Wi is the representative, for 4,462,000 KRW this year and paid the full amount in May. The Gangnam Cultural Foundation contracted with Park Wi’s talk concert lecture planning agency for 9.35 million KRW on the 4th of this month, but the lecture was later canceled. Park Wi was also introduced as a speaker at the ’Dongjak Life Mic’ event held by Dongjak-gu. According to the Dongjak Cultural Foundation event guide and the Seoul Culture Portal on-site records, Park Wi was announced as a participating speaker at the Seoul Women’s Plaza Art Hall Bom on September 6. Regarding the KTX accident, Park Wi released CCTV footage on his YouTube channel on the 21st showing him falling while descending a portable ramp in a wheelchair. He claimed that the wheelchair wheel got caught on the foot of a social service worker who was securing the ramp. Park Wi stated that he released the video to improve the mobility environment for people with disabilities and to prevent recurrence, but criticism arose that it was excessive to release footage that allowed identification of the social service worker’s face and situation despite the worker’s prior apology. Subsequently, Park Wi made the video private and apologized.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 (female)children’s Soyeon has revealed the promotion scheduler for her first solo full-length album, ″Life’s a Beach,″ marking the official start of her comeback preparations. Cube Entertainment announced on the 26th that (G)I-DLE’s official SNS channels shared the promotion scheduler for Soyeon’s solo full album ″Life’s a Beach.″ According to the revealed scheduler, Soyeon will sequentially release various content from the 27th until the album release date on September 7th. The scheduler is structured as a bucket list featuring Soyeon’s unique personality, including items like ″Making an Awesome Song,″ ″Searching for Romance at the Han River,″ ″Making Peace with Vegetables?,″ ″Shh~ Secret!,″ and ″Bring It On, World.″ Each phrase sparked curiosity among fans about what kind of content would follow. Soyeon has built (G)I-DLE’s musical world by creating several hit songs such as their debut track ″LATATA,″ ″TOMBOY,″ ″Nxde,″ and ″Queencard.″ She is making her solo comeback about 5 years and 2 months after her first solo mini-album ″Windy″ in 2021, presenting her first full-length album since debut. Soyeon’s first full album ″Life’s a Beach″ will be released on various music platforms at 6 PM on September 7th. Meanwhile, (G)I-DLE will hold the ″2026 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR [Syncopation] IN MACAU″ at Galaxy Arena in Macau on the 29th and 30th.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Heo Kyung-hwan will take the stage as the MC of his first solo talk show bearing his name. ″Heo Kyung-hwan’s Trendy Happiness Show″ (hereinafter ″Heo Kyung-hwan’s Trend Show″) is set to premiere on September 9 at 6 PM on the YouTube channel ″ggzz.″ New episodes will be released every Wednesday at 6 PM thereafter. Unlike traditional talk shows, ″Heo Kyung-hwan’s Trend Show″ is a new-concept talk program that focuses on trivial topics such as celebrities’ daily lives and unexpected habits. Heo Kyung-hwan leads conversations using lifestyle-related TMI, such as guests’ delivery app order histories and recent lowest price search terms. Before the guest appears, related keywords are revealed first, and Heo Kyung-hwan starts by guessing the guest’s identity based on these clues. When the guest arrives, the talk topics expand from the pre-released keywords. The show is produced through a collaboration between Tcast E Channel and NYCC. Tcast has produced shows like ″Brave Detectives,″ ″Divorced N Single,″ ″My Child’s Love Life,″ ″Going All the Way! Solo Tour,″ and ″Marine Corps Ghost Catchers,″ while NYCC has planned and produced ″Dex’s Cold Interview″ and ″Young K’s K Survival Story.″ Producer Kim Na-yeon leads NYCC. The official poster released on the 27th features Heo Kyung-hwan in a white suit with his arms spread wide and a playful expression on a retro stage with a blue velvet curtain and a vintage TV. The poster includes Heo Kyung-hwan’s signature catchphrases such as ″Mini Heo Kyung-hwan,″ ″All of this is unbalanced,″ ″We’re trending right now,″ and ″Isn’t this the real flavor?″ The TV screen displays the phrase ″Heo Kyung-hwan Solo MC.″ At the end of the talk show, Heo Kyung-hwan plans to create and present customized catchphrases to the guests on the spot.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On KBS 2TV variety show ’Shin Sang Chul Si Pyeonstorang,’ Kim Yong Bin and the ’Mr. Trot 3’ TOP7 members are shown having a housewarming party at Nam Seung-min’s studio apartment. In this episode, foot reading expert Kim Baek-moon, with 35 years of experience, appears to read the TOP7 members’ feet. Each member cleans their feet and sits in front of the foot reader to check their fortune. After examining Kim Yong Bin’s feet, Kim Baek-moon commented, ″The shape of the feet is beautiful. There is an elegant and delicate aspect. It’s the style of a queen.″ He added, ″There is an abundance of love luck,″ and ″Beautiful women will flock to you,″ while also advising, ″Be careful when meeting a spouse.″ During the housewarming, Kim Yong Bin prepared dishes for the TOP7 members using ingredients left in Nam Seung-min’s refrigerator. Chun Gil (Moses) and Cheon Rok Dam (Lee Jung) also joined at the studio apartment, gathering the members together. Although Kim Yong Bin said, ″It’s hectic,″ they completed the cooking and captivated the members’ taste buds. Meanwhile, the foot reader referred to one of the TOP7 members as a ″king of stamina″ after examining their feet. The member identified as the stamina king smiled upon hearing the result. The identity of the stamina king among Kim Yong Bin, Son Bin Ah, Cheon Rok Dam, Chun Gil, Choi Jae Myeong, Nam Seung-min, and Choo Hyeokjin will be revealed in the broadcast. ’Shin Sang Chul Si Pyeonstorang’ airs every Thursday at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won will appear as a special MC on the MBN·Channel S variety show ″Jeon Hyun-moo Plan 4,″ where he will visit various famous restaurants in Daegu together with Jeon Hyun-moo and Hwang Yoon-sung. During the broadcast, Lee Chan-won revealed his experience of performing on event stages since childhood. At the first stop, the original ″Nureen Noodles″ restaurant, the owner recalled Lee Chan-won visiting the restaurant during an elementary school event. When Jeon Hyun-moo asked about his event experience before debut, Lee Chan-won said he performed at events when he was known as a prodigy. Afterward, the three finished their meal with Daegu-style handmade noodles, boiled pork, and aged kimchi, then moved to the second restaurant, a spicy catfish stew place. Lee Chan-won expressed confidence in this restaurant, while Jeon Hyun-moo, who had a prejudice against freshwater fish, showed reluctance, but Lee Chan-won led him by saying it was the season for it. Upon arrival, the owner warmly welcomed Lee Chan-won with a hug. Lee Chan-won ordered spicy catfish stew and spicy chive pancakes, explaining that in Gyeongsang Province, chive pancakes are called ″Jeongguji Jjijim,″ along with the origin and history of the name. Impressed by Lee Chan-won’s knowledgeable explanation, Jeon Hyun-moo said, ″You’re better than the free version of AI. That’s why your nickname is ’Chanto Wiki.’″ During the meal, Lee Chan-won and Hwang Yoon-sung performed an impromptu duet of ″A Life Like Chives.″ When Jeon Hyun-moo asked about their friendship, Lee Chan-won replied that if they have no major schedules, they meet seven times a week, and no matter how busy they are, they meet at least twice. Later, Lee Chan-won enjoyed the spicy catfish stew with a lively eating show, and Jeon Hyun-moo cautiously tasted it and gave an honest review. ″Jeon Hyun-moo Plan 4″ will air on the 28th at 9:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Bruno Mars will hold four concerts in Korea next May at Goyang Sports Complex. This concert is his first solo concert in about four years since the 2023 Jamsil Sports Complex Main Stadium event. The concert dates are May 21, 22, 25, and 26 at 7:45 PM, all taking place at Goyang Sports Complex in Goyang City. Tickets will be sold exclusively on NOL starting at 12 PM on September 14, with artist pre-sale from 12 PM to 3 PM on September 11. Members registered on the Live Nation Korea website can also participate in the pre-sale. Special guest Anderson .Paak, who is also active as DJ Pee .Wee, will join the stage. Anderson .Paak is a Grammy-winning artist and has collaborated with Bruno Mars as part of Silk Sonic. Bruno Mars is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who has sold over 150 million records worldwide. His 2010 release ″Just The Way You Are″ was certified 21x Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), and in January 2025, he surpassed 150 million monthly listeners on Spotify. Ten of his songs, including ″Grenade,″ ″When I Was Your Man,″ and ″That’s What I Like,″ reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and ″Uptown Funk,″ a collaboration with Mark Ronson, held the No. 1 spot for 14 consecutive weeks. At the Grammy Awards, he was nominated in seven categories at the 53rd ceremony and won Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for ″Just The Way You Are.″ At the 60th ceremony, he swept all six categories with ″24K Magic.″ To date, he has won 16 Grammy Awards, 14 American Music Awards, 7 MTV Video Music Awards, and 5 Brit Awards. In 2021, he formed Silk Sonic with Anderson .Paak and released the album ″An Evening with Silk Sonic.″ Their first single ″Leave The Door Open″ topped the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks and won four Grammy Awards the following year. In 2024, ″Die With A Smile,″ a collaboration with Lady Gaga, achieved 1 billion streams on Spotify in the shortest time, topped the Billboard Hot 100 for five weeks, led the Global 200 chart for 18 weeks, and won Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 67th Grammy Awards. ″APT.,″ a collaboration with Rosé Black Pink, topped the Billboard global charts outside the U.S. for 19 weeks, led the Global 200 chart for 12 weeks, and was the best-selling single worldwide in 2025 according to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). It was nominated in three categories at the 68th Grammy Awards and won Song of the Year at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards. This year, he released his fourth solo studio album in 10 years, ″The Romantic,″ with the lead single ″I Just Might″ debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album topped the Billboard 200 in its first week. The ″The Romantic Tour,″ which began with the album release, has been selling out major cities in North America and Europe, achieving great success.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Photos recently revealed of HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk visiting the group’s Cortis concert venue have drawn attention to changes in his physique. Recently, photos and videos of Chairman Bang Si-hyuk visiting the Cortis concert site have spread across online communities and social media. Chairman Bang was seen watching the performance in a comfortable outfit, wearing a black t-shirt, khaki jacket, and sunglasses. Notably, his sharper jawline and slimmer facial contours caught the eye. Previously, Chairman Bang Si-hyuk had also attracted attention for his changed physique at official events. Last year, he appeared slimmer than before, drawing interest, and in a video released last June, he was seen with a seemingly larger build. About two months later, he was again revealed to have a slimmer appearance. Online reactions to Chairman Bang Si-hyuk’s appearance changes included comments such as ″He looks like a completely different person,″ ″He lost weight dramatically,″ ″His impression looks much sharper,″ and ″He lost weight again in just two months.″ Chairman Bang Si-hyuk has previously shared his experience with weight loss, revealing in 2011 that he lost about 30 kg. However, based solely on recently released photos, his actual weight, the amount lost, or specific management methods have not been confirmed. Chairman Bang has not disclosed the specific reasons for his recent weight changes. Meanwhile, HYBE, led by Bang Si-hyuk, includes BTS, Tomorrow X Together (TXT), Cortis, LE SSERAFIM, and Eyelet among its affiliates.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Former actress and influencer Yoo Hye-won has filed a criminal complaint against Kim Ji-min, a contestant on Channel A’s ″Heart Signal 4,″ initiating legal action. Yoo Hye-won’s legal representative, law firm Daeryun, stated in an official position on the 26th that content regarding Yoo Hye-won’s private life has been spreading on anonymous SNS and online communities without her consent. They reported that regardless of the factual accuracy, the disseminated content is being treated as true, leading to defamation and damage to her image through media reports and online redistribution. Law firm Daeryun explained that despite Yoo Hye-won and Kim Ji-min not knowing each other, they are taking seriously the circumstances under which specific details about Yoo Hye-won’s private life were mentioned. They are thoroughly reviewing the facts related to the creation and distribution of the posts and plan to proceed with a criminal complaint against Kim Ji-min, as well as a claim for damages depending on the outcome. It is reported that in June, Kim Ji-min posted on her SNS using the ″close friends only″ feature, implying that Yoo Hye-won was receiving sponsorship (so-called ″sponsor″) from a famous singer and producer while being in a relationship. The post spread through online communities, causing controversy. Yoo Hye-won’s side claims that this information is false. Law firm Daeryun emphasized the need to investigate when, from whom, and through what channels Kim Ji-min became aware of the information, whether there was any basis to consider it true, and whether any fact-checking procedures were conducted before posting. They also plan to request that the investigation confirm the original creator and transmitter of the information, the transmission process, the posting, and subsequent redistribution. Furthermore, while not holding all users legally responsible merely for capturing or receiving the posts circulated online, the firm warned that actively reposting or reprocessing unverified content as fact, especially in a way that identifies the victim, mocking or defaming them, or combining additional false information to spread it further, will result in necessary legal actions based on individual acts and evidence. Yoo Hye-won is an actress and influencer who appeared on Mnet’s ″Couple Palace 2″ last year.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The virtual group PLAVE will release the digital single ″Flame,″ a collaboration with Japanese singer-songwriter milet, on September 3rd at 6 PM through various music platforms. On the 27th, the agency Blast announced that the new song featuring PLAVE (Yejun, Noah, Bambi, Eunho, Hamin) and milet will be unveiled. PLAVE shared a teaser image for ″Flame″ on their official social media, which depicts the members drawn in an animated style wearing soccer uniforms against a blue background. This track marks PLAVE’s first collaboration with a Japanese artist, featuring milet. Since her major debut in 2019, milet has been loved as a singer-songwriter known for her unique voice and delicate expressiveness. During the production process, PLAVE and milet actively exchanged ideas, with milet participating in the lyrics and PLAVE contributing to the composition. Alongside the single release, PLAVE plans to engage in activities in Japan. Additionally, they will kick off their first world tour, ″KEEP IT MANIC,″ on September 12th and 13th at the main stadium of Incheon Munhak Stadium.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ZEROBASEONE achieved a double crown on the Oricon Weekly Ranking in Japan. According to data released by Oricon on the 26th, ZEROBASEONE’s second Japanese EP, ″Return Love,″ ranked first on the weekly combined album ranking as of August 31. This album also topped the chart that combines physical album sales, downloads, and streaming numbers, proving its popularity locally. Immediately after the album’s release, it ranked first on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking for four consecutive days and also took first place on the Tower Records comprehensive album chart across all stores and the Billboard Japan Top Album Sales chart. ZEROBASEONE released new music in Japan after about 10 months, standing out on several local charts. The title track, ″Existence,″ was completed in collaboration with the Japanese band Omoinotake, expanding their musical spectrum through this song.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Lee Chan-won reveals his experience of performing at events since childhood on MBN·Channel S’s ″Jeon Hyun-moo Project 4.″ On the broadcast airing on the 28th, Lee Chan-won appears as a special MC and sets out to find Daegu’s famous restaurants together with Jeon Hyun-moo and Hwang Yoon-sung. First, the three visit the original restaurant of ″Nureun Guksu,″ recommended by Lee Chan-won. At this place, the owner recalls Lee Chan-won visiting the restaurant during an elementary school event. When Jeon Hyun-moo asks, ″Did you perform at events before your debut?″ Lee Chan-won replies, ″I performed when I was known as a prodigy.″ After finishing the meal of Daegu-style handmade noodles, boiled pork slices, and aged kimchi, they move to the second restaurant, a spicy catfish stew place. Jeon Hyun-moo shows reluctance due to his trauma with freshwater fish, but Lee Chan-won confidently leads the way, saying, ″Now is the perfect season.″ Upon arrival, the owner warmly welcomes Lee Chan-won. Lee Chan-won orders spicy catfish stew along with spicy chive pancakes and explains, ″In Gyeongsang Province, chive pancakes are called ’Jeongguji Jjijim’.″ Impressed by Lee Chan-won’s detailed explanation, Jeon Hyun-moo exclaims, ″You’re better than the free version of AI. So that’s why your nickname is ’Chantto Wiki.’″ During the meal, Lee Chan-won and Hwang Yoon-sung perform an impromptu duet of ″Life Like Chives.″ When Jeon Hyun-moo asks about their friendship, Lee Chan-won reveals, ″If we don’t have big schedules, we meet seven times a week, and even when busy, at least twice.″ Lee Chan-won names spicy catfish stew as ″the food I want to eat before I die″ and shows a hip dance during the mukbang. Jeon Hyun-moo cautiously shares his honest opinion about freshwater fish. Meanwhile, Lee Chan-won debuted after placing third in ″Tomorrow’s Mr. Trot″ and became the youngest male winner at the 2024 KBS Entertainment Awards. ″Jeon Hyun-moo Project 4″ airs on the 28th at 9:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IU revealed an update after about three months through the YouTube channel ’Lee Ji-geum’. In the video titled ″Star, Please Grant My Wish (with bro)″ posted on the 26th, IU spent time observing the Perseid meteor shower with their younger brother. IU asked their younger brother if he had ever seen a shooting star, and he replied that he never had. Suggesting that they make a wish when a star falls, IU asked what his first wish was, and he answered, ″To earn more money than you, sister,″ which made them laugh. In response, IU said, ″You have to make a wish that a star can grant. That won’t work,″ showing a realistic reaction. The younger brother then changed his wish to ″Please help me lose 8% body fat before the end of this year,″ and IU said, ″That’s not something a star can do; you have to do it yourself. You don’t really understand the concept of a wish,″ revealing the realistic sibling dynamic. The two recalled their childhood while watching the shooting stars. When IU said, ″This reminds me of when we were kids,″ the younger brother replied, ″When I was a baby? When I just stayed still and you hit my nose?″ IU responded, ″Back then, I only pretended to hit you. Because of you, our mom and dad only doted on you. I was young too, so please understand.″ Then added jokingly, ″Honestly, now that I say it, I was actually against our parents having you.″ IU wished for the peace of their fans, saying, ″My song is coming out, so please make it successful, and also help me build a lot of muscle.″ The younger brother laughed and said, ″Jieun, you have a lot of wishes. You should take it easy.″ IU stopped uploading on YouTube after the behind-the-scenes video of ’21st Century Great Lady’ in May and had postponed performances and the release schedule of their 6th full album due to worsening symptoms of spinal stenosis. Recently, they attracted attention by sharing a recent photo with a song by their ex-lover Jang Kiha as background music.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ATEEZ Woo Young took a strong stance on malicious comments. On the 26th, in the video ″Stealing the CEO’s Car for Car Camping″ released on ATEEZ’s YouTube channel ’9Trjong,’ Woo Young and San-E spent time camping and consulting subscribers’ concerns. At this moment, as soon as the keyword ″malicious comments″ came up, Woo Young bluntly said, ″Just die. People who write malicious comments should just die.″ He continued, ″Malicious comments and feedback are different,″ strongly criticizing those who write malicious comments. San-E mentioned, ″Malicious comments are something celebrities cannot be separated from.″ When a subscriber shared their concern about giving artists the desired makeup but receiving strange malicious comments and DMs from fans, Woo Young advised, ″I understand the difficulty. If it were me, I would talk to the artist. It would be better to say that fans do not prefer it.″ Woo Young once again made a strong statement, saying, ″Basically, people who write malicious comments should die. That would solve the problem,″ and San-E agreed, saying, ″I strongly agree.″ San-E emphasized, ″Giving feedback to others is good, but slander, profanity, and personal attacks must absolutely disappear from the culture.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On KBS 2TV’s ’New Product Launch Pyeonstorang,’ Kim Yong Bin and the TOP7 members of ’Mr. Trot 3’ gathered at the youngest member Nam Seung-min’s studio apartment housewarming party to experience foot reading. In this episode, foot reader Kim Baek-moon, with 35 years of experience, appeared and examined the feet of the TOP7 members. The members took turns washing their feet and sitting in front of the foot reader to check their future fortunes. After carefully examining Kim Yong Bin’s feet, Kim Baek-moon said, ″The shape of the feet is beautiful. There is an elegant and delicate aspect. It’s like a queen’s style.″ He continued, ″Love luck is overflowing. Beautiful women will flock to you,″ raising Kim Yong Bin’s expectations, but then warned, ″Be careful when meeting a spouse,″ surprising everyone present. Additionally, when the foot reader examined one of the TOP7 members’ feet, he attracted attention by describing them as a ″king of vitality.″ The member crowned as the vitality king could not hide their smile. This episode aired on the 27th at 8:30 PM. Meanwhile, Kim Yong Bin prepared a fridge-cleanout dish for the members using leftover ingredients from the studio apartment refrigerator. In the small space, Chun Gil (Moses), Cheon Rok Dam (Lee Jung), and the older members completed the cooking together, capturing the members’ taste buds.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 A woman in her 30s who illegally purchased and sold about 2,600 tickets using a macro program for the BTS Gwanghwamun comeback concert and others has been referred to the prosecution without detention. The Cyber Investigation Unit of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency announced on the 26th that they handed over Ms. A, a woman in her 30s, to the prosecution without detention on the 21st on charges of violating the Information and Communications Network Act, obstruction of business, and violation of the Performance Act. According to the police investigation, from April 2023 to March this year, Ms. A used an automated program to illegally purchase about 2,600 tickets for idol concerts and others under accounts registered in the names of family members and acquaintances, then resold them at a premium. She is also accused of booking 9 tickets for the BTS Gwanghwamun concert on February 23 using the same method. It was confirmed that the 9 BTS concert tickets seized by the police during this process did not actually lead to illegal resale. The police applied for pre-indictment seizure and confiscation of approximately 442 million won in criminal proceeds obtained from Ms. A’s crimes. The police stated that they will continue to strictly investigate illegal ticket purchases and distribution activities. Meanwhile, under the revised Performance Act and National Sports Promotion Act effective from the 28th, offenders involved in illegal sales will face strengthened penalties, including fines of up to 50 times the sales amount.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen has become a five-time double million-seller with the mini album ’THE SIN : BLISS.’ According to Hanteo Chart, ’THE SIN : BLISS’ recorded cumulative sales of 2,022,369 copies as of the 26th. Previously, the mini album 5 ’ORANGE BLOOD,’ the 2nd full album ’ROMANCE : UNTOLD,’ the mini album 6 ’DESIRE : UNLEASH,’ and the mini album 7 ’THE SIN : VANISH’ also surpassed 2 million copies, and ’ROMANCE : UNTOLD’ exceeded 3 million cumulative sales. In the Japanese market, ’THE SIN : BLISS’ sold 165,958 copies on the day of release, ranking first on Oricon’s ’Daily Album Ranking’ for August 25. Enhypen has topped this chart with all 14 albums released in Korea and Japan to date. On the ’Top Song Debut Global’ chart announced by Spotify on the 25th, the title track ’Bloody Paradise’ ranked first. Along with this, the tracks ’Bad For You’ ranked 4th, ’Two Fools’ 5th, ’Stuck’ 6th, ’Checkmate’ 8th, and ’Highlight’ 10th. On the ’Top Song Debut USA’ chart, ’Bloody Paradise’ ranked 4th and ’Bad For You’ ranked 8th. They also showed achievements on music shows. On the MBC Every1 program ’Show! Champion’ aired on the 26th, Enhypen took first place with ’Bloody Paradise.’ The members said, ″This award is meaningful because we receive it thanks to Engine (the fandom name). We will work even harder as Enhypen to match the love given to us.″ Enhypen is scheduled to appear on Mnet’s ’M Countdown’ on the 27th. They plan to continue active promotions with the title track ’Bloody Paradise.’]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen has become a five-time double million-seller with the mini album ’THE SIN : BLISS.’ According to Hanteo Chart, ’THE SIN : BLISS’ recorded cumulative sales of 2,022,369 copies as of the 26th. Previously, the mini album 5 ’ORANGE BLOOD,’ the 2nd full album ’ROMANCE : UNTOLD,’ the mini album 6 ’DESIRE : UNLEASH,’ and the mini album 7 ’THE SIN : VANISH’ also surpassed 2 million copies, and ’ROMANCE : UNTOLD’ exceeded 3 million cumulative sales. In the Japanese market, ’THE SIN : BLISS’ sold 165,958 copies on the day of release, ranking first on Oricon’s ’Daily Album Ranking’ for August 25. Enhypen has topped this chart with all 14 albums released in Korea and Japan to date. On the ’Top Song Debut Global’ chart announced by Spotify on the 25th, the title track ’Bloody Paradise’ ranked first. Along with this, the tracks ’Bad For You’ ranked 4th, ’Two Fools’ 5th, ’Stuck’ 6th, ’Checkmate’ 8th, and ’Highlight’ 10th. On the ’Top Song Debut USA’ chart, ’Bloody Paradise’ ranked 4th and ’Bad For You’ ranked 8th. They also showed achievements on music shows. On the MBC Every1 program ’Show! Champion’ aired on the 26th, Enhypen took first place with ’Bloody Paradise.’ The members said, ″This award is meaningful because we receive it thanks to Engine (the fandom name). We will work even harder as Enhypen to match the love given to us.″ Enhypen is scheduled to appear on Mnet’s ’M Countdown’ on the 27th. They plan to continue active promotions with the title track ’Bloody Paradise.’]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 John Park shared his thoughts on the sustainability and diversity of the K-pop industry. John Park recently took the stage at the ″K-Music Night″ event held at the New York Korea Center in Manhattan, New York. The event was co-hosted by the Korean Cultural Center New York and the Korea Creative Content Agency and lasted for four days. Performers including John Park, Yozoh, Oksang Dalbit, and Gina met with New York citizens. Although the concert was held in a small theater with about 190 seats, approximately 7,000 local audience members gathered, and admission was conducted by lottery. John Park performed his signature songs such as ″Falling,″ ″VISTA,″ and ″DND″ with a full band live, receiving enthusiastic cheers from the audience. Originally from Chicago, John Park naturally communicated with the audience in English and said, ″I dreamed in English my whole life, but now I dream in Korean, and Korean comes out more intuitively.″ In an interview immediately after the performance, John Park stated that thanks to K-pop idol groups paving the way on the global stage, he was able to share his music here as well. He emphasized that for Korean music to thrive in the global market, indie artists and singer-songwriters with their own unique colors must also step onto the world stage together.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900   FANNSTAR is holding its August Theme Ranking vote for about four weeks, from August 15 to September 12. The Theme Ranking is a fan-participation voting content held under a new theme each month, allowing fans to directly spotlight the diverse charms of their favorite stars.The theme for August is “A star you’d like to spend a bountiful Chuseok with.” Fans will directly choose the star with warm charms whom they would like to spend the holiday with.As Chuseok is a holiday for sharing warmth with family and neighbors, this vote also carries the meaning of both fan support and sharing. Attention is focused on which artist will be selected by fans as the representative holiday star.The star who takes first place in the Theme Ranking will receive a congratulatory article through THE FACT News and a special benefit. This benefit will be prepared as a donation project carried out under the artist’s name, turning fans’ support into warm sharing.Meanwhile, FANNSTAR is also currently holding various votes linked to the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS, which will take place on September 19 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium. As the winners of these categories are decided through direct fan participation, voting enthusiasm among fandoms remains strong as they support their artists in hopes of delivering them a trophy. ]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:05:44 +0900 Hearts2Hearts members Jueun, Yeon, Yuha, and Ian appeared in the video released on August 26 on the ’Yoo In Radio’ channel and shared various stories. On that day, the members mentioned their dormitory life, revealing that two people share a room. When Yoo In-na asked, ″Do two people sleep in one room? Then do you talk after turning off the lights?″ Yuha and Ian answered, ″Even yesterday,″ while Jueun and Yeon said, ″The two of us just sleep.″ Additionally, Hearts2Hearts actively promoted by releasing four singles and two mini-albums over one and a half years since their debut. When Yoo In-na asked about their stamina, Yuha said, ″We’re still having fun and doing well,″ adding that although they don’t get much sleep when busy, they sleep a lot on days without schedules. They also shared their thoughts on their first fan meeting. The fan meeting held last February sold out all seats, including restricted view seats. Yuha said, ″It was so amazing. For the first time, we invited all our family members, and after it ended, greeting them felt strange. Some members even cried.″ Jueun added, ″I cried a lot at the after-party. A new light stick was released for the fan concert, and looking at the fans from the stage was really beautiful.″ During the time to share concerns, Ian mentioned that his hair was damaged from dyeing and asked Yoo In-na for hair care tips. Yoo In-na advised brushing frequently, combing from the ends, tapping the scalp, proper nutrition, and drinking plenty of water. The members simultaneously drinking water at Yoo In-na’s nagging brought laughter. Yoo In-na said, ″I used to do radio for five years and have seen many idols here, but this is the first time I’ve seen members drink water like this. It’s the best.″ Meanwhile, Yuha explained that the reason she got the nickname ’tyrant’ within the group was because of her spicy answers to a hypothetical question. ″I don’t know how it happened, but at some point, it just did,″ she said.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Song Kang revealed how he became close to V (BTS) during his military service. Song Kang was discharged last October after completing his service as an active-duty sergeant in the army. On the 25th, Song Kang appeared on the web variety show ″Salon Drip″ on the YouTube channel ″TEO Teo,″ returning with the new tvN drama ″Po Hands.″ During the broadcast, Jang Do-yeon mentioned a four-cut photo taken by Song Kang and V during their military service and asked about the background of their friendship. Song Kang explained that although they belonged to the same corps, their roles were different. V was in the military police special unit, while Song Kang was a regular soldier, and they got in touch through an acquaintance. He added that they met outside the base by coordinating their weekday leave dates. Whenever they went out, Song Kang and V built their friendship by eating together or visiting PC rooms. Song Kang said, ″We met, ate meals, and often went to PC rooms.″ He also shared that five members from V’s unit and five from his unit gathered to play 5-on-5 team games. When asked about who paid for the meals, Song Kang replied, ″He paid,″ but he also said he covered the costs a few times. He mentioned that he paid when he lost bets on games or bowling. Song Kang also recalled his outings with his military peers. They left the base at 8 a.m., had lunch with pork cutlet rice bowls and ramen at a PC room, played betting games at a bowling alley, and then visited a sauna where they could get military discounts. As the eldest among his peers, Song Kang said he sometimes bought beef or covered 80% of the lodging costs during overnight leaves. When Jang Do-yeon asked, ″You can pay for everything, so why 80%?″ Song Kang replied, ″They said they would pay 20% because they won the games. I liked the people I met.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBN·Channel S’s ’Jeon Hyun-moo Plan 4’ previewed that Lee Chan-won will fill in as a special MC for Kwak Tube’s absence in the August 28th broadcast. On that day’s show, trot singer Lee Chan-won and ’Unknown Legend’ TOP4 Hwang Yoon-sung join Jeon Hyun-moo to explore hidden gourmet spots in Daegu. Lee Chan-won appeared upon Jeon Hyun-moo’s call and performed a duet of ’Jinttobaegi’ with him. Jeon Hyun-moo mentioned Kwak Tube’s schedule conflict and expressed regret, saying, ″That guy isn’t here today,″ then added, ″If there’s no ’Daegu son-in-law,’ then call the ’son of Daegu,’″ summoning Lee Chan-won. During the broadcast, Jeon Hyun-moo asked Lee Chan-won, ″Have you ever been to the restaurants introduced on our program?″ Lee Chan-won mentioned a tteokbokki place in Daegu and said, ″After you went there, the waiting lines got so long that hundreds of locals formed a group and became anti-Jeon Hyun-moo.″ Later, Hwang Yoon-sung joined, and the three officially started their Daegu food trip. Jeon Hyun-moo introduced Hwang Yoon-sung as Lee Chan-won’s ″best friend and a keyring-like guy.″ Lee Chan-won confidently said, ″Daegu has the ’Daegu 10 flavors’ and Nureun noodles. The place we’re going to now is a legendary restaurant considered the origin of Nureun noodles. You won’t regret it.″ He also explained the origin of Nureun noodles and Daegu’s food culture. The three visited a 76-year-old traditional restaurant in the Nureun noodles alley and tasted Daegu-style handmade noodles, boiled pork slices, and aged kimchi. Jeon Hyun-moo rated the boiled pork as ″the best among ’Jeon Hyun-moo Plan’ boiled pork,″ and Hwang Yoon-sung described the handmade noodles as ″like Pyongyang cold noodles in the knife-cut noodle world.″ In this broadcast, Lee Chan-won took on more than just a guest role, directly selecting and explaining the restaurants. Jeon Hyun-moo commented, ″You’re better at hosting than Kwak Tube,″ and Lee Chan-won said, ″I came aiming for this spot today.″ Hwang Yoon-sung also added, ″Is there maybe a third spot?″ Meanwhile, recently Jeon Hyun-moo faced allegations of fabrication regarding his impromptu trip to Kazakhstan shown on ’I Live Alone,’ and the production team denied Kazakhstan’s claims of filming support, stating, ″There was no filming support or sponsorship received.″ ’Jeon Hyun-moo Plan 4’ will air on the 28th at 9:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NewJeans Haerin recently posted several photos on her SNS with the caption ″WHAT WOULD YOU DO FOR LOVE?″. In the photos, Haerin is wearing a tweed jacket, holding a large bouquet of flowers, and gazing at the camera. Her pure charm, large eyes, and cat-like gaze were impressive. Since returning with Adore, Haerin’s teeth have attracted attention for their changes in the released content. In the NewJeans 4th anniversary content released on the 22nd of last month, Haerin’s teeth appeared flatter and more even than before, leading fans to speculate about possible laminate treatment. NewJeans recently announced her comeback after ongoing conflicts with her agency Adore. The NewJeans 4th anniversary video released last month featured four members, including Minji.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Broadcaster Park Soo-hong officially apologized for the incident in which the departure of the Korean Air flight to Guam, on which he and his family were aboard, was delayed by over an hour due to his reversal of the decision to disembark. On the 26th, Park Soo-hong posted an apology on his SNS, stating that a delay in the flight departure occurred recently because of his family, and he bowed his head to apologize for causing inconvenience to many passengers and airline staff. Park explained, ″Right after boarding, my child cried severely, and in my confusion, I expressed my intention to get off to avoid causing trouble to other passengers.″ He continued, ″While waiting inside the cabin, my child stopped crying, and I expressed my intention to board again, but I did not realize that this could cause delays in baggage handling and security checks.″ He added, ″This happened entirely due to my ignorance of airline procedures, and there is no excuse.″ Park Soo-hong’s family boarded Korean Air flight KE415, scheduled to depart from Incheon International Airport to Guam on the 23rd. Just before departure, when Park’s child cried severely, he informed the flight attendants of his intention to disembark, and accordingly, the airline began the disembarkation procedures, including unloading checked baggage. However, when the child calmed down, Park’s family withdrew their intention to disembark and requested to reboard. During this process, reloading of baggage and additional security procedures took place, causing the flight to take off at 11:15 a.m., 1 hour and 10 minutes later than scheduled. Passengers present at the scene reported that Park repeatedly apologized inside the cabin. A video capturing the situation showed Park apologizing to nearby passengers from the Prestige class seat. Korean Air stated that they responded according to the manual regarding the passenger’s intention to disembark and that no special treatment was given. An airline official explained that even if the passenger expressed the intention to disembark, cancellation was possible as long as they had not actually left the aircraft. The official added that since baggage sorting begins immediately after receiving the disembarkation request, delays are inevitable during baggage reloading and security checks if the request is withdrawn. Park Soo-hong once again expressed his deep apology, saying, ″I bow my head and sincerely apologize to the passengers and airline staff who suffered great inconvenience due to my shortcomings.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actor Kim Jaejoong will reveal his large mansion located in Tokyo, Japan, for the first time through KBS 2TV’s ″Shinsangchulsi Pyeonstorang.″ Kim Jaejoong will showcase his Tokyo house, which he has never revealed in 23 years, in this broadcast. Kim Jaejoong’s Tokyo house is a rare spacious mansion in Japan, equipped with an elevator inside. The kitchen is introduced as Kim Jaejoong’s favorite space where he personally cooks even in Japan. It is known that all private areas, including the bedroom and bathroom, will be revealed. The broadcast will feature the ″Pyeonstorang″ production team visiting Kim Jaejoong’s Tokyo house upon his invitation. While touring the house, MC Boom discovered something and shouted, ″Wait! Stop!″ sparking curiosity. Boom asked, ″Is there someone else in this house?″ to which Kim Jaejoong waved his hands dismissively and denied, saying, ″What do you mean?″ The details of what Boom found will be revealed in the main broadcast. Meanwhile, Kim Jaejoong will also be shown walking through nostalgic Tokyo alleyways, recalling the time he first entered Japan 21 years ago. Although he was already a top star in Korea at the time, he shared his experience of having to start over from scratch in Japan. During this, local Japanese fans recognized Kim Jaejoong on the street and asked for photos. Recently, on Joo Woojae’s YouTube channel, Kim Jaejoong mentioned the method of estimating his wealth by summing up assets such as cars and real estate he once owned, saying, ″I must have sold cars and real estate and bought other things, but if you put it all together, I should have about 1 trillion won.″ This sparked rumors about Kim Jaejoong’s wealth being worth 1 trillion won. ″Shinsangchulsi Pyeonstorang″ will air on the 27th at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS’s debut song ″What You Want″ has surpassed 100 million cumulative streams on Spotify. CORTIS’s mini-album 1 title track ″What You Want″ reached 100 million streams on the global music streaming platform Spotify as of the 24th, about one year after its release on August 18 last year. With this, CORTIS now has four songs with over 100 million streams, following ″GO!″, ″FaSHioN,″ and ″REDRED.″ ″What You Want″ is a song that expresses the ambition to confidently and decisively obtain what one desires, receiving praise for its confidence and energy. It also gained attention for its performance on a treadmill and was featured as the opening and closing songs at the debut 1st anniversary event ″2026 CORTIS TOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY,″ held on the 22nd and 23rd at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. CORTIS continues to enjoy success with both their mini-album 1 and 2. In the latest chart released by the American music media Billboard on the 25th (dated August 29), mini-album 2 ″GREENGREEN″ ranked 155th on the Billboard 200, marking its 15th consecutive week on the chart. On detailed charts, mini-album 2 ranked 2nd on the World Albums chart, 12th on the Top Album Sales chart, and mini-album 1 ranked 6th on the World Albums chart. The mini-album 2 title track ″REDRED″ ranked 138th on the Global 200, 74th on the Global (excluding U.S.) chart, and 90th on the Artist 100 chart. Additionally, CORTIS recently released the extended version of mini-album 2, ″GREENGREEN_playextended,″ which includes two new songs. ″PACK IT UP″ is a track that the members started freestyle in their dormitory and completed as an official track, and ″MONEYMONEYMONEY″ reflects the realistic thoughts of the members in their teens and twenties. All five members participated in the lyrics and composition of both songs.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong announced their comeback by releasing a tracklist spoiler video for their new album ’IM HERO 10.’ On the 26th, the agency Molgogi Music showcased the tracklist spoiler video through Lim Young Woong’s official channel. The video features Lim Young Woong performing hand gestures using various props such as colored paper, a phone number plate, cupcakes, pens, and paper. These hand gestures hint at the song titles of the new album, sparking curiosity among fans. Lim Young Woong will release the special digital album ’IM HERO 10’ on September 8 at 6 PM on all music sites. Prior to the album release, they will hold the concert ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium from September 4 to 6. Previously, Lim Young Woong attracted about 100,000 spectators over two days at the ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM’ performance held at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen (Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, Ni-ki) released the new song ″Bloody Paradise (English Ver.) Feat. Luísa Sonza,″ a collaboration with Brazil’s popular singer-songwriter Luísa Sonza, on August 26 at 1 PM through domestic and international music platforms. Luísa Sonza, who participated in this featuring, is an artist with numerous songs exceeding hundreds of millions of streams in Brazil and is recognized for her influence in the global pop market. The version featuring Luísa Sonza showcases a different intense charm from the original with sensual and captivating vocals, Portuguese singing, and dazzling ad-libs in the latter part of the song. The Brazilian funk rhythm combined with local musical colors maximizes the song’s energy. ″Bloody Paradise″ is a Brazilian funk dance track characterized by primal rhythms and striking beats. It expresses the sexy and romantic feelings of lovers focusing only on each other amid crisis, depicting a paradise in a situation of chase and escape. Enhypen has recently shown remarkable achievements in the Latin American music market. Last month, they entered Latin American venues for the first time through the world tour ″ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR ’BLOOD SAGA’,″ selling out a stadium concert with 41,000 seats in São Paulo. The Mexico City concert was also expanded from one to three shows. Additionally, they appeared on the Brazilian late-night talk show ″The Noite com Danilo Gentili″ and continued close local activities such as filming the ″Bloody Paradise″ music video in Peru. Besides the Luísa Sonza featuring version, Enhypen released six remix albums reflecting the distinct musical tastes of the six members and live version tracks from the Busan concert. On the release day, the new album surpassed 1.77 million copies in sales. On the 27th, they are scheduled to perform the title track ″Bloody Paradise″ from the mini 8th album ″THE SIN : BLISS″ on Mnet’s ″M Countdown.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group KiiiKiii will take the stage for the opening ceremony of the 2026 League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) finals. Riot Games announced on the 26th that KiiiKiii (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiya) will attend the opening ceremony of the 2026 LCK finals, held on the 13th of next month at KSPO Dome in Songpa-gu, Seoul. KiiiKiii is set to perform two LCK season songs during this stage. This year, KiiiKiii released two season songs in collaboration with LCK. They presented ″Leave Your Mark pt.2,″ a message of encouragement for players and fans as the season nears its end, and also unveiled ″Pain in the Dark,″ specially produced for the finals. Inspired by the newly introduced champion ″Rok,″ ″Pain in the Dark″ expresses a strong will to rise above wounds and pain through powerful vocals and energy. ″Leave Your Mark pt.2″ features guitar sounds and a rising melody combined with the high notes and delicate vocals of KiiiKiii members, conveying the meaning of cherishing the memories built together by players and fans. Members Sui and Kiya deliver the story of the new song with their distinct vocal colors and intense energy. Meanwhile, KiiiKiii released their third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii″ on the 10th and are currently promoting the title track ″Pop Off Pop Off.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tomorrow X Together (TXT)(TXT) proved their popularity in Japan by topping major Japanese music charts. TXT’s fifth Japanese single title track, ″Setsuna Hanabi,″ ranked number one on the Oricon Weekly Digital Single Ranking (August 31 issue, tracking period: August 17–23). This marked TXT’s first time reaching the top of this chart, with first-week downloads totaling 8,410, significantly surpassing the 5,682 downloads of the title track ″We’ll Never Change″ from their previous single ″CHIKAI.″ During the same period, the song ranked second on the Weekly Combined Single Ranking and Weekly Single Ranking, and sixth on the Weekly Streaming Ranking. It also placed second on the Line Music Weekly Song Chart (tracking period: August 19–25). On the latest Billboard Japan Hot 100 (tracking period: August 17–23), TXT achieved their first-ever number one spot, topping major charts such as Hot Shot Song and Download Song. Additionally, the song ranked second on the Top Single Sales and 22nd on the Streaming Song chart. Alongside their new release activities, TXT continued their participation in movie OSTs. The track ″Silence″ from the new album was selected as the theme song for the movie ″Okiharu-kun no Namida o Koroshi,″ which will be released in Japan on October 2. The movie trailer released on August 25 features a highlight of ″Silence.″ ″Setsuna Hanabi″ was also chosen as a theme song for the same movie. Recently, Tomorrow X Together (TXT) held a premium live concert at Tokyo Garden Theater on the 19th, meeting with an audience of about 6,000. On the 22nd, they won the ″Best International Group of the Year″ award at the 2026 TME Live International Music Awards held at Hong Kong Kai Tak Stadium. At the event, they performed a total of six songs, including the title track ″Haru ni Haru Made (Stick With You)″ from ″7TH YEAR: When the Wind Briefly Stopped in the Thorns.″ Going forward, Tomorrow X Together (TXT) is scheduled to appear consecutively on Japan’s leading music programs: TV Asahi’s ″Music Station″ on the 28th, NHK’s ″Venue101″ on the 29th, and TBS’s ″CDTV Live! Live!″ on the 31st. The movie ″Okiharu-kun no Namida o Koroshi″ will be released in Japan on October 2.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On KBS2’s ’New Product Launch Convenient Restaurant,’ Kim Yong Bin showcased their cooking skills. In the episode airing at 8:30 PM on the 27th, singer Kim Yong Bin participates in the second part of Nam Seung-min’s solo apartment housewarming and prepares a meal. Previously, Kim Yong Bin demonstrated their skills by making various dishes using ingredients from the refrigerator for the top 7 members of ’Mr. Trot 3.’ In the last episode, Kim Yong Bin visited Nam Seung-min’s solo apartment to share tips on living alone and simple side dish recipes. Afterwards, top 7 members such as Son Bin Ah, Choo Hyeokjin, and Choi Jae Myeong visited one by one, creating a lively atmosphere. While Nam Seung-min’s apartment was filled with members, another guest arrived, sparking curiosity. This episode features the eldest members of the top 7, Chun Gil (Moses) and Cheon Rok Dam (Lee Jung), making new appearances. With already limited space, the addition of more guests made the room even more crowded. When the members expressed their hunger, Kim Yong Bin started cooking on the spot with the remaining ingredients. Cheon Rok Dam doubted Kim Yong Bin’s cooking skills but was surprised after tasting the food, saying, ″Why is this so delicious?″ It was also revealed that Cheon Rok Dam asked Kim Yong Bin separately about the recipe. The instant dish prepared by Kim Yong Bin will be revealed in the broadcast airing at 8:30 PM on the 27th.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong shared news of the new album through a tracklist spoiler video. On the 26th, a tracklist spoiler video for the special digital album ’IM HERO 10’ was released on Lim Young Woong’s official channel and SNS. In the video, Lim Young Woong performed hand gestures using various props such as colored paper, a phone number plate, cupcakes, pens, and paper. This video served as a tracklist spoiler hinting at the songs included in the new album, with Lim Young Woong’s hand movements and props allowing fans to guess the titles of the new tracks. Lim Young Woong’s special digital album ’IM HERO 10’ is scheduled to be released on various music platforms at 6 PM on September 8. Prior to the album release, the ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ concert will be held at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium from September 4 to 6.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TheBoyz’s Hyunjae has signed an exclusive contract with Management Siseon and will begin his acting career under the name Lee Jaehyun. On the 26th, Management Siseon announced that they had signed an exclusive contract with Hyunjae, stating, ″We are pleased to be working with TheBoyz’s Hyunjae, who has shown diverse charms through the stage and broadcasting. We will provide full support so that Lee Jaehyun, who is starting anew as an actor, can fully demonstrate his potential and possibilities.″ They also added, ″We will continue to support him so that he can show a great image as TheBoyz’s Hyunjae and repay the love from fans.″ Hyunjae debuted in 2017 as a member of TheBoyz and has been an active key member of the team. He has gained love from fans both domestically and internationally with his outstanding visuals, stable vocals, and high-quality performances, and has been active in various fields including albums, performances, variety shows, photo shoots, and brand campaigns. On stage, he has shown presence with his expressive ability to change the atmosphere according to the concept and his skillful control of tempo to enhance the flow of the songs. After the exclusive contract with their previous agency ended, TheBoyz members have been signing separate contracts with companies that can maximize their individual capabilities, preparing to operate under a new label system that respects personal activities. Hyunjae has also announced a new beginning as actor Lee Jaehyun and is expanding his range of activities. Meanwhile, Management Siseon represents Kim Inkwon, Kim Junghyun, Kim Hyunju, Park Heesoon, Shin Hyeseon, Ahn Sungjae, Lee Sun, Cha Cheonghwa, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group AHOF is gaining attention in the Japanese music market with their third mini-album, ″Run To You.″ Since its release on July 8, ″Run To You″ has garnered responses from global fans. The album topped the iTunes Top Albums chart in six countries immediately after its release and entered the iTunes charts in a total of 22 countries and regions. It also appeared on major domestic music charts such as Melon and Bugs. On the August 23 Oricon Daily Album Ranking, ″Run To You″ took first place. This is the first time Group Nine has achieved number one on this chart. They also ranked fifth on the Billboard Japan Top Album Sales chart, demonstrating their presence locally. Since their debut, Group AHOF has been actively promoting in Japan. In June, they completed their first Asia tour performances in Osaka and Tokyo, and on the 13th, they appeared on the stage of ″Kansai Collection 2026 A/W″ held at Osaka Kyocera Dome. Even a month after its release, this album continues to show steady growth.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The8 of Seventeen showcased a new image different from the one seen on stage through the 36th issue photo spread of the magazine DICON. Titled ″THE 8TH SENSE,″ this photo spread captures various sides of The8 that had not been revealed to fans before, including his expressions, movements, and emotions, across 128 pages. DICON stated that they highlighted The8 from a new perspective, different from the familiar image fans have seen so far. In the Type A photo spread, the focus was on The8’s natural atmosphere in a quiet home setting with minimal sets, lighting, and exaggerated poses. Everyday moments were captured, such as a loosened shirt, messy hair, leaning casually on a chair, or sitting on the floor deep in thought. Subtle changes in his expressions were also captured as light and shadow intersected. The Type B photo spread showed an innocent side of The8 against the backdrop of blue skies and green nature, featuring scenes like riding a bicycle or watching insects climb trees. His eyes sparkling under the sunlight and boyish smile stood out prominently. The styling was free and unrestrained, with shirts draped or thrown over shoulders rather than worn in a fixed way. The interview released alongside the photo spread covered The8’s current tastes, as well as the emotions and concerns he has experienced as an artist. Depending on the photo spread version, various extras such as photocards, mini postcards, film camera photocards, wall calendars, and acrylic swing photo stands are also provided. The DICON The8 edition will begin pre-orders from 2 PM on the 25th. The8, born in 1997 in China, debuted as a member of Seventeen in May 2015.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The audio video of ″A Truly Good Day″ released on Lee Chan-won’s official YouTube channel surpassed 21 million views as of August 25. ″A Truly Good Day″ is Lee Chan-won’s second single, written and composed by Lee Chan-won personally, and is the first fan song created for fans. Lee Chan-won expressed gratitude for the passionate support and encouragement from fans through the song, stating, ″If a singer has no fans listening to their songs, they have no reason to exist.″ This song conveys thanks and love to fans who have always stood by Lee Chan-won in any situation, and it has been praised for delivering great emotion to the fans. Lee Chan-won’s love for fans is conveyed through ″A Truly Good Day,″ leading to even greater support. Meanwhile, Lee Chan-won continues active activities in various fields such as broadcasting, events, and advertising modeling.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen (Jiwon, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunwoo, Niki) released the ’Trailer vol.2’ film and photos for their 8th mini album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ on the 25th and 26th through the team’s official SNS. This content reconstructs their final escape narrative from night to morning. The released video depicted the members rushing toward their last moments amid a crisis. Scenes of them smiling brightly at each other during a dramatic crisis alternated, capturing attention. Even with bodies full of wounds and flames rising, their reliance on each other was emphasized. Then, peace arrives at the hideout, and cinematic visuals blended with scenes of the members standing up fallen chairs or greeting the sunlight. While the first trailer delicately portrayed daily life during the escape, the second trailer conveyed the message of ’beauty found in the most destructive moment.’ The members’ deepened facial expressions and emotions enhanced immersion. Enhypen will officially begin activities by premiering the stage for the title track ’Bloody Paradise’ from the 8th mini album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ on Mnet’s ’M Countdown’ on the 27th.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong raised anticipation for the new album by releasing a spoiler video of the tracklist for the special digital album ’IM HERO 10.’ On the 26th, the official SNS channel of Lim Young Woong posted a spoiler video of the ’IM HERO 10’ tracklist. In the video, Lim Young Woong performed hand gestures using various props such as colorful origami paper, a number plate, cupcakes, pens, and paper. The props and hand movements were arranged to allow fans to guess which new song titles they hinted at. Lim Young Woong’s hand performance stimulated fans’ curiosity by providing hints about the tracklist of the new album. This video served as spoiler content giving a sneak peek of the songs included in the album, with Lim Young Woong’s acting combined with the props capturing viewers’ attention. The special digital album ’IM HERO 10’ by Lim Young Woong is scheduled to be released on various music platforms at 6 PM on September 8. Prior to the album release, Lim Young Woong will hold the 2026 concert ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ at Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium from September 4 to 6. At this event, Lim Young Woong plans to meet fans before the new album’s release together with the HERO era. Meanwhile, Lim Young Woong recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of their debut. On the anniversary, they greeted fans saying, ″I have always been a person with shortcomings, but you made me the best,″ and expressed deep gratitude for ″calling my name and waiting for me among so many great songs and wonderful singers.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS member V left a witty warning message on Jungkook’s photo. On the 26th, V shared several selfies showing the members’ recent updates on his personal SNS. Among them, Jungkook was captured looking at the camera while holding chopsticks in front of a bowl of bibim naengmyeon at a restaurant. V added the phrase, ″This one may bite if you get too close,″ to Jungkook’s photo. V also left comments on photos of other members. To Jin, he wrote, ″Wild. Do not provoke. He talks a lot.″ On RM’s photo, he wrote, ″This is the one I captured with difficulty.″ About J-Hope, he commented, ″This one is probably gentle.″ Meanwhile, BTS is currently conducting a large-scale world tour.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group NEXZ (Tomoya, Yuu, Haru, So Gun, Seita, Huey, Yuki) achieved high rankings on domestic and international music charts after releasing their 4th mini-album ’SAUCIN’’. NEXZ released their 4th mini-album ’SAUCIN’’ on August 24. The album includes a total of six tracks: the title track ’SAUCIN’’, ’LOCO’, ’APPETITE’, ’UPGRADE’, ’20 NOW’, and ’ALIENS’. The new album title ’SAUCIN’’ combines the English word ’SAUCE’ with the progressive suffix ’-ING’, emphasizing NEXZ’s unique charm. The title track ’SAUCIN’’ features lyrics comparing themselves to a sauce that makes any food special. The music video depicts a scene where, after a mission to share the legendary all-purpose sauce with everyone, it is sprayed at a festival site. The song also showed remarkable chart performance. The title track entered Bugs’ real-time chart at number 6 at 7 PM on the 24th and rose to number 1 by 11 PM the same day. At midnight on the 25th, all the album tracks ranked from 1st to 6th on the Bugs chart. It also ranked first on the Circle Chart’s daily retail album chart for August 24. Internationally, it topped the iTunes Top Albums charts in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Malaysia, and ranked 21st on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart on the 24th. On the afternoon of the 24th, NEXZ held a ’SAUCIN’’ viewing party to celebrate their comeback with fans. The event featured talk and game segments, a performance of the title track ’SAUCIN’’, and stages of ’APPETITE’, which Tomoya, Haru, and Huey participated in writing and composing, as well as ’20 NOW’, credited to Tomoya for lyrics and composition. On the morning of the 26th, their agency JYP Entertainment released behind-the-scenes photos from the music video. The pictures showed the seven members performing or posing for the camera, shooting in front of a yellow truck, and eating pizza.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The MBN·Channel S variety show ″Jeon Hyun-moo Project 4″ began its Season 4 in July 2026. In this season, with KwakTube absent due to scheduling conflicts, Jeon Hyun-moo sets out to discover hidden gourmet spots in Daegu together with trot singer Lee Chan-won. The broadcast airs on the 28th at 9:10 PM. Jeon Hyun-moo revisits Daegu and mentions KwakTube’s absence, saying, ″That guy isn’t here today.″ He then adds, ″If there’s no ’Daegu son-in-law,’ then call the ’son of Daegu,’″ summoning Lee Chan-won. Upon arrival, Lee Chan-won performs a duet of ″Jinttobaegi″ with Jeon Hyun-moo and expresses delight, saying, ″Finally, I get to see you on ’Jeon Hyun-moo Project’.″ When Jeon Hyun-moo asks, ″Have you ever been to the restaurants introduced on our show?″ Lee Chan-won mentions ’Daltteok (sweet rice cake tteokbokki)’ and shares, ″After you went there, the waiting lines got so long that hundreds of locals formed a group and became anti-Jeon Hyun-moo,″ conveying the local atmosphere. Lee Chan-won’s friend Hwang Yoon-sung also joins, and the trio of Jeon Hyun-moo, Lee Chan-won, and Hwang Yoon-sung continue their food trip in Daegu. Lee Chan-won confidently states, ″Daegu has the ’Top 10 Flavors of Daegu’ and Nureun Noodles. The place we’re going to now is a legendary restaurant considered the origin of Nureun Noodles. You won’t regret it.″ An explanation about the origin of Nureun Noodles and Daegu’s food culture follows. Jeon Hyun-moo comments, ″You’re better at hosting than KwakTube,″ to which Lee Chan-won replies, ″I came aiming for that spot today.″ Hwang Yoon-sung asks with a laugh, ″Is there maybe a third spot?″ The three arrive at the original restaurant in the Nureun Noodles alley and showcase a mukbang featuring Daegu-style handmade noodles with 76 years of tradition, boiled pork slices, and aged kimchi. After tasting the boiled pork, Jeon Hyun-moo says, ″This is the best boiled pork on ’Jeon Hyun-moo Project,’″ and Hwang Yoon-sung describes the handmade noodles as ″like Pyongyang cold noodles in the world of kalguksu.″ ″Jeon Hyun-moo Project″ is produced in seasons, with Season 1 in February 2024, Season 2 in October 2024, Season 3 in October 2025, and Season 4 starting in July 2026.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWS (Shinyu, Dohun, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, Kyungmin) released the episode ″Transfer Roommate″ of their own variety show ″TWS:CLUB″ on their official YouTube channel on the 25th. This content parodies a dating reality show and depicts the members searching for new partners as roommates sharing rooms in their actual dormitory. In the episode, the members’ personalities and habits blend with the unique dialogue style of dating shows, providing viewers with a fresh form of entertainment. The members took on the role of each other’s former roommates, ″X,″ either looking for new roommates or revealing lingering feelings for their previous partners, driving the atmosphere. During the ″X Introduction″ segment, Shinyu expressed his honest feelings by saying, ″I wish X would only look at me.″ Youngjae was proactive in finding a new connection, and Dohun showed signs of being shaken upon seeing Jihoon. Hanjin reacted emotionally to Kyungmin’s comment, ″I hope X chooses me again.″ In the random date corner, Jihoon and Kyungmin revealed during their pool date that ″I’m more curious about Kyungmin than Kyungmin’s ’X’,″ while Dohun and Youngjae shared their tastes in the attic. Shinyu and Hanjin confirmed their lingering feelings at the karaoke and formed an alliance for reconciliation. The next episode is previewed to feature the members directly applying for dates. TWS set a new record with 225,853 copies sold in the first week for their second Japanese single ″SODA SODA,″ released on the 4th. The title track ″SODA SODA″ became the first K-pop song this year to reach number one on the Billboard Japan comprehensive song chart, ″Japan Hot 100.″ TWS is scheduled to hold their solo concerts ″2026 TWS TOUR ’24/7:FOR:YOU’ IN JAPAN,″ starting in Fukuoka from the 28th to the 30th, followed by Hyogo from September 4th to 6th, and Kanagawa on the 12th and 13th.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The title track ″SWIM″ from BTS’s fifth full-length album ″ARIRANG″ has received a ″Gold″ certification in the singles category from the French National Syndicate of Phonographic Publishing (SNEP). Big Hit Music announced this news on the 26th. The French National Syndicate of Phonographic Publishing grants ″Gold″ certification to songs that have achieved the equivalent of 15 million cumulative streams by combining streaming, downloads, and physical album sales. ″SWIM″ became BTS’s tenth single to receive ″Gold″ certification from SNEP. Previously certified songs include ″Dynamite,″ ″Butter,″ ″Boy With Luv,″ and ″FAKE LOVE.″ ″SWIM″ earned certification about five months after its release. Earlier, ″Dynamite″ set the record for the shortest time for a K-pop song to receive ″Gold″ certification by achieving it within three months of release, followed by ″SWIM.″ The fifth full-length album ″ARIRANG″ also showed achievements in the album category. It received ″Gold″ certification six days after release and added ″Platinum″ certification after selling over 100,000 copies within a month. In the latest Billboard chart (dated August 29) announced on the 25th (local time), ″ARIRANG″ ranked 24th on the main album chart, the Billboard 200. The album debuted at number one on the April 4 chart, stayed at the top for three consecutive weeks, and has remained on the chart for five months. The title track ″SWIM″ maintained a top 5 position for 22 consecutive weeks on the ″Global (excluding U.S.)″ chart, ranking fifth, and placed 14th on the ″Global 200″ chart. BTS is currently conducting the world tour ″ARIRANG″ and is scheduled to continue performances at Soldier Field in Chicago on the 27th and 28th.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Song Kang revealed his friendship with V (BTS) during his military service. On the 25th, Song Kang appeared on the YouTube channel ’TEO Teo’ in the web variety show ’Salon Drip’ and stated that he built a close relationship with V while serving in the same military unit. According to Song Kang, the two became close through a mutual acquaintance during their military service. Song Kang explained that V served as a Special Duty Team (SDT) military police officer, while he served as a regular soldier. They often coordinated their days off on weekdays to go out together for meals or visit PC rooms, and five members from V’s unit and five from Song Kang’s unit gathered to enjoy 5-on-5 team games. Regarding how they addressed each other during military service, Song Kang explained that since they belonged to different units, they called each other by their last names with the honorific ″ssi.″ About meal expenses, Song Kang said, ″He paid for them,″ and added that he also bought meals a few times when he lost in games or bowling. He also shared his thoughts on military life. Song Kang said that after completing his service, he felt at ease and became more relaxed on acting sets. He mentioned that military life was enjoyable and that he still maintains close friendships with the comrades he served with. The connection between Song Kang and V continued even after their discharge. In June last year, footage of the two exercising together was released, and in October, they were seen running at Hangang Jamsu Bridge with actors Kim Young Dae and Jung Gun Joo, followed by a meal at a barbecue restaurant. At the end of November, they were again spotted meeting at a barbecue restaurant. When V was discharged in June last year, he shared a four-shot photo taken with Song Kang and left a supportive message saying, ″Good job lol.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sungmin, formerly of the group Super Junior, and trot singer Jinseong appeared as supporters on KBS 1TV’s ″Let’s Live Together with Hwang Shin-hye.″ In this episode, the Singles prepared a thank-you feast for the neighboring residents. To repay the villagers who lent the community center as a temporary shelter during the vacant house remodeling period, the three prepared 80 servings of jjabapmyeon. Shin Gyesook suggested a menu that allows enjoying jjajangmyeon and rice together and took charge of the cart while shopping for large quantities of ingredients. In the kitchen, Shin Gyesook, as the head chef, stir-fried the jjajang sauce herself. Sungmin appeared as a supporter for the thank-you feast. Hwang Shin-hye expressed her delight by revealing a special connection with Sungmin from when they met in the United States in the past. Sungmin shared updates about raising his 22-month-old son, and Hwang Shin-hye empathized, recalling her daughter’s childhood. At Sungmin’s request, Jinseong arrived on-site and helped with the feast preparations by cooking noodles for 80 servings. The Singles, Jinseong, and Sungmin cooperated from cooking to serving, offering 80 servings of jjabapmyeon to the residents. The residents responded enthusiastically to jjabapmyeon, which was new to them. In the second part of the feast, Sungmin opened the stage with a powerful performance, and Jinseong made a surprise appearance, leading the atmosphere with his seasoned stage manners.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hearts2Hearts will perform the track ″15-LOVE″ from their second mini-album Lemon Tang on various music shows this week. According to their agency SM Entertainment, Hearts2Hearts will start with Mnet’s M Countdown on the 27th, followed by KBS2’s Music Bank on the 28th, MBC’s Show! Music Core on the 29th, and SBS’s Inkigayo on the 30th, showcasing the stage for ″15-LOVE.″ The title refers to the tennis score ″15:0,″ indicating the first point won by one side. The song features a blend of guitar and synth sounds, evoking the lively movements on a tennis court on a summer day. The lyrics wittily express the tension and excitement felt during a rally with an opponent. The performance of ″15-LOVE″ is designed with a tennis match concept. Through motions of throwing and catching a ball and dynamic steps, Hearts2Hearts displays their lively and sporty charm. Part of this performance was previously revealed at the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer. Hearts2Hearts stated, ″From ’RUDE!’ to ’Lemon Tang’ and ’ICONIC HEART,’ we wanted to give a special gift to the fans who have shown us so much love and support this year. ’15-LOVE’ is a song dear to all of us, and since we prepared hard to showcase choreography that highlights the strengths of a large group, we hope fans will enjoy this promotion.″ Meanwhile, Hearts2Hearts released their first single ″ICONIC HEART″ in Japan on the 12th, which ranked second on the Oricon Weekly Single Chart, Combined Single Chart, Billboard Japan HOT100, and Top Single Sales Chart.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ENHYPEN released the live edition of their 8th mini album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ on August 25 at 1 PM. This ’THE SIN : BLISS (Live Edition)’ will be exclusively available on iTunes from August 25 until August 28 at 12:59 PM. The live edition includes six tracks from the original 8th mini album, a live version of the title track ″Bloody Paradise″ which was pre-released during the world tour ’ENHYPEN WORLD TOUR ’BLOOD SAGA’ IN BUSAN,’ and behind-the-scenes footage from the event. Before the new release, on August 8 and 9, ENHYPEN surprised fans by pre-releasing a performance of the title track ″Bloody Paradise.″ They showcased dynamic and precise dance moves to the primal rhythm of Brazilian funk, revealing a new transformation from their previous ″refined darkness.″ Additionally, ENHYPEN has been releasing various versions of ″Bloody Paradise″ consecutively. On August 24, they presented six remix versions that the members directly planned and worked on, and on August 26, they are scheduled to release a new version featuring Brazilian singer-songwriter Luísa Sonza. Meanwhile, on the day of the 8th mini album release, August 21, ENHYPEN surpassed 1.77 million album sales. The title track ″Bloody Paradise″ maintained a high position on the Bugs real-time chart after its release on August 21 and ranked first on the daily chart for two consecutive days, August 21 and 22.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RIIZE will release their third single ″Sunburst″ on the 26th at midnight through global music platforms in Japan. This album is a new release about six months after their second single ″All of You,″ which was released last February. The music video for the title track ″Sunburst″ will be simultaneously released on the SMTOWN YouTube channel. The title track ″Sunburst″ is a house-based dance song characterized by the refreshing feeling of a summer day, cool synths, and rhythmic beats. The lyrics metaphorically express the desire to envision a future with a partner sharing the present moment, comparing it to dazzling sunlight pouring down. The performance is dramatically structured like a musical, featuring the members’ free-spirited bounce, stylish footwork, motions that seem like wiping away sweat, and energetic jump moves as highlights. This performance was previously showcased at the July Japan fan meeting stage. The included track ″Rise Over″ has been selected as the theme song for the nationwide high school basketball championship in Japan, ″Winter Cup 2026 (SoftBank ウインターカップ2026),″ held in December. This song is a fast-paced rock music embodying the spirit of challenge symbolized by the Winter Cup, delivering courage and hope to those pursuing their dreams and goals. Another included track, ″KILL SHOT,″ is the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime ″Kill Blue (キルアオ).″ It is a rock genre combining break beats and aggressive drum sounds, allowing listeners to experience a different charm of RIIZE.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900  [THE FACT | Reporter Choi Soo-jung] Singer Kim Eui-young has continued her upward momentum by ranking No. 1 on FANNSTAR’s Female Star Ranking for three consecutive weeks.Kim Eui-young claimed the top spot in FANNSTAR’s fourth-week-of-August Female Star Ranking vote, held from August 17 to 24, with 397,892 votes. Sullyoon ranked second, followed by Hongja in third.After reclaiming first place in the second-week-of-August Female Star Ranking, Kim Eui-young has maintained the lead for three consecutive weeks. In particular, she recorded nearly twice as many votes as the previous week in this vote, once again showing the strong support power of her fandom.Amid continued competition at the top of the Female Star Ranking, Kim Eui-young defended her No. 1 spot with a stable voting trend. Her three-week consecutive run at the top serves as an indicator of fans’ steady interest in Kim Eui-young.Kim Eui-young has expanded her presence with stable vocal ability and bright stage manners. On stage, she captivates audiences with her solid skills and refreshing energy, while on broadcasts and various content, she shows a friendly charm that continues to broaden her fanbase.Attention is focused on whether Kim Eui-young, who has once again built a consecutive No. 1 streak, can continue to lead the Female Star Ranking. With her vote count also on the rise, interest is growing in the upcoming ranking competition.Meanwhile, FANNSTAR is operated as a fan-participation platform where fans can directly support artists through various ranking votes, digital billboard advertisement support, and award-linked voting. ]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:58:48 +0900  [THE FACT | Reporter Choi Soo-jung] Pi Cheolin, the alternate character of SEVENTEEN’s DINO, has topped FANNSTAR’s Weekly Music chart for two consecutive weeks with his new song “Nol-a-bose.”DINO claimed first place on FANNSTAR’s fourth-week-of-August Weekly Music chart, held from August 17 to 24, with a total of 737,850 votes. Stray Kids ranked second, followed by WHIB in third.Pi Cheolin, who reached No. 1 for the first time last week, maintained the lead in this vote as well, achieving two consecutive weeks at the top. The cheerful energy and unique concept of his new song “Nol-a-bose” resonated with fans, establishing a clear presence on the Weekly Music chart.FANNSTAR’s Weekly Music chart is a weekly vote for artists who have released new music. It is a category where fans’ reactions and support for recently released songs can be seen, with various artists competing in the rankings every week.If DINO achieves five consecutive weeks at No. 1 in the future, he will receive a digital billboard advertisement benefit at Hongdae Mirae Plaza in Seoul. As he has now ranked No. 1 for two consecutive weeks, fans are paying attention to whether he can continue this momentum in the remaining votes.DINO also showed a strong presence not only on the music chart but also through his performance. From August 21 to 23, he held “2026 DINO X Pi Cheolin [吉BOARD SHOW]” at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Songpa-gu, Seoul, meeting more than 15,000 audience members.The concert was especially meaningful as it marked DINO’s first solo concert since debut. The show was organized to present both DINO’s original persona and his alternate character. Pi Cheolin drew enthusiastic responses from the audience with lively performances of “Jjan (feat. DINO),” “Nol-a-bose (prod. Hitchhiker),” and “Michyeo Michyeo.” His cheerful energy and witty concept quickly heightened the atmosphere at the venue.Meanwhile, DINO, as himself, left a deep impression with stages that reflected his growth. From his solo song “0 (ZERO),” released shortly after graduating high school, to unreleased new songs “Design” and “Automatic,” he unfolded his 11-year musical journey on stage.As DINO wished to create “a performance where fun and emotion coexist,” the concert became a stage that captured both Pi Cheolin’s cheerful charm and DINO’s sincerity. Through a setlist where laughter and emotion intertwined, fans were able to see DINO’s wide-ranging spectrum.Meanwhile, FANNSTAR is operated as a fan-participation platform where fans can directly support artists through various ranking votes, digital billboard advertisement support, and award-linked voting. ]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:57:38 +0900  [THE FACT | Reporter Choi Soo-jung] Group CORTIS has secured advertisement benefits by ranking No. 1 on the New Star Ranking of weekly idol ranking site FANNSTAR for five consecutive weeks.CORTIS claimed the top spot in FANNSTAR’s fourth-week-of-August New Star Ranking vote, held from August 17 to 24, with 584,390 votes. WHIB ranked second, followed by EVAN in third.With this result, CORTIS will receive benefit screenings through an “ALL THE K-POP” YouTube main banner advertisement and the Yongsan Station I’Park Mall Media Wall.If the group achieves 10 consecutive weeks at No. 1 in the future, a congratulatory advertisement will be displayed on the Hongdae M Screen in Mapo-gu, Seoul. As CORTIS has now secured the five-week benefit, fans’ expectations for the next goal are also growing.CORTIS is also continuing to show its presence in voting related to the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA). The group is currently ranking near the top in the final vote for the Choice Award Group category under the FANNSTAR division, drawing attention from fans.The group also signaled a new chapter in its music activities. CORTIS released “GREENGREEN_playextended” at midnight on August 24. The album is an expanded version of the group’s second mini album “GREENGREEN,” which received positive responses both in Korea and overseas. It consists of the original six tracks along with two new songs, “PACK IT UP” and “MONEYMONEYMONEY.”Earlier, on August 22, CORTIS surprised fans by revealing the new songs on the first day of the “2026 CORTIS TOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY,” held at Korea University’s Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul, raising the excitement at the venue. Fans responded enthusiastically to the unexpected new-song performances, adding to the anticipation for the comeback.This expanded edition continues the team’s taste and ambition shown in the second mini album. CORTIS is expected to express its unique color more clearly by capturing the members’ honest experiences and current emotions in greater depth.Meanwhile, the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA) is scheduled to be held on September 19 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium. FANNSTAR is operated as a fan-participation platform where fans can directly support artists through various ranking votes, digital billboard advertisement support, and award-linked voting. ]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:56:21 +0900   [THE FACT | Reporter Choi Soo-jung] Group PLAVE has continued its march toward a major milestone by ranking No. 1 on FANNSTAR’s Global Hot Star Ranking for 97 consecutive weeks.PLAVE claimed the top spot in FANNSTAR’s fourth-week-of-August Global Hot Star Ranking vote, held from August 17 to 24, with 3,229,177 votes. Stray Kids ranked second, followed by TOMORROW X TOGETHER in third.In this vote, PLAVE demonstrated overwhelming voting power by surpassing 3 million votes. The group recorded more than double the number of votes from the previous week, once again proving the strong unity of its global fandom.Meanwhile, PLAVE also secured the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA) trophy by taking the final No. 1 spot in FANNSTAR’s Global Hot Star Award.The Global Hot Star Award is a category where direct fan participation plays an important role. PLAVE connected its long-running ranking performance to an awards ceremony trophy, proving the power of its fandom’s support through results.PLAVE’s consecutive No. 1 record on the Global Hot Star Ranking will continue to be maintained. Voting for the 2027 Global Hot Star Ranking will resume on the third Monday of September, and until then, PLAVE’s consecutive No. 1 record and cumulative vote count will remain intact.PLAVE’s next goal is 100 consecutive weeks at No. 1. If the group achieves 100 consecutive weeks at the top, it will receive a digital billboard advertisement benefit through the 9TO9 CUBE at COEX Mall in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. As PLAVE is currently at 97 consecutive weeks at No. 1, only three weeks remain until the 100-week milestone.Benefits based on cumulative vote counts are also continuing. PLAVE has currently surpassed 100 million cumulative votes and earned a digital billboard benefit at the GALLERIA CORPORATE CENTER in the Philippines. If the group reaches 200 million, 300 million, 500 million, and 1 billion cumulative votes in the future, digital billboard benefits in major locations around the world will be provided in sequence.Meanwhile, the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA) will be held on September 19 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium. ]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:24:16 +0900 PLAVE held a live broadcast to communicate with fans while preparing for the 2026 world tour. On this day, the members announced their collaboration with the UNICEF Korea Committee and introduced the campaign bracelet ’Prism White.’ This bracelet is part of a regular donation activity and is the first campaign carried out through a partnership between PLAVE and UNICEF for children around the world. The members shared the meaning of the bracelet and stories related to where it is worn, stating that the collaboration will continue in the future. During the broadcast, they also shared recent updates and concert preparation status. Eunho’s comeback news, the members’ weight management, and episodes from the practice process were mentioned. The members said they are working hard on physical training for the concert stage. Additionally, they talked about their recent appearance on YouTube Music With, difficulties experienced during stage rehearsals, and explanations about the choreography and parts each member is responsible for. PLAVE also took time to highlight each member’s killing points on stage during the concert preparation process with fans. The live broadcast included a game time with fans. The members and fans played various games like Fall Guys in real time, communicating as they played. During the games, teams were formed spontaneously, and they showed moments of competing or cooperating with fans. The members joked about their gaming skills and praised the fans’ excellent abilities. Instructions for the room code to join the games were also provided in real time. The concert dress code selection was also discussed with fans. The members proposed several color options such as red and black, gathered fans’ opinions, and decided on a red-black themed dress code. Along with their excitement for the concert, they emphasized communication with fans and expressed their determination to do their best in preparation. Finally, to celebrate the 3rd anniversary of their debut song ’Sixth Summer,’ PLAVE listened to the song together with fans and shared their thoughts. The members promised to continue growing with their fans and to show various sides of themselves on the world tour stage.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Dae-ho caught attention by appearing on stage in episode 7 of MBN’s ″Legendary Man.″ In this episode, airing at 9:40 PM on the 26th, a special segment titled ″God of the Workplace″ will revisit the lives of the ’Unknown Legends’ TOP7 (Seong-ri, Haru, Jang Han-byeol, Hwang Yoon-sung, Jung Yeon-ho, Lee Chang-min, and Iru-ne) before they became trot singers. The broadcast features the ″Seven Job Changers.″ Former announcer Kim Yong-pil, reporter-turned-Park Hye-shin, Lee Seung-yoon, who went from being a ballerino to a ″natural person,″ Yoon Soo-hyun, who has experienced 11 different jobs, ″Trot Wolf″ Choi Woo-jin, former gardener Shin Sung, and 36-year trot singer Jin Simon take the stage. Before the competition, the TOP7 perform a joint stage. During this performance, Kim Dae-ho, who was active as the ″Hoho Brothers MC″ with Jang Min-ho on ″Unknown Legends″ but stepped down as MC on ″Legendary Man,″ suddenly interrupts. After collaborating with the TOP7 on stage, Kim Dae-ho said, ″I am very angry. This is my seat,″ expressing his desire to take the MC position on ″Legendary Man,″ surprising Yang Se-hyung. Kim Dae-ho has already been confirmed as the MC for ″Unknown Legends″ Season 2. Yang Se-hyung said, ″I heard you studied trot a lot, so I’ll ask you detailed questions,″ to which Kim Dae-ho responded, ″Who do you think you are?″ Then Yang Se-hyung shouted back, ″Who do you think you are? Get out of here!″]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lee Chan-won investigates the truth behind artist Cheon Kyung-ja’s painting ″Beauty″ on KBS 2TV’s ″The Secret of the Celebrity Soldier.″ The episode airing on the 25th addresses controversies related to the works of Cheon Kyung-ja, a representative painter of Korean color painting. The broadcast focuses on Cheon Kyung-ja’s artistic world and the authenticity of ″Beauty″ under the theme ″The Mystery of Cheon Kyung-ja’s ’Beauty’: Who is the Subject of the Painting?″ In the preview released before the broadcast, a scene shows ″Beauty″ being discovered at the former head of the Central Intelligence Agency’s house. Lee Chan-won says, ″That’s not my work; this is a fake,″ sparking curiosity. Regarding the forgery controversy of ″Beauty,″ which caused a major stir in the Korean art world, Lee Chan-won delivers an emotional performance, saying, ″Where in the world is there a mother who does not recognize her own child?″ Docent Lee Chang-yong adds, ″If someone swaps it, who would know?″ heightening the sense of fear. ″The Secret of the Celebrity Soldier″ will air on the 25th at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The film ″Odyssey″ is currently a hit in South Korea, surpassing 7 million viewers, with Korean-American actor Will Yun Lee (William Yun Lee, Korean name Lee Sang-wook) drawing audience attention with his appearance. Will Yun Lee played the role of sailor Anchialus in ″Odyssey.″ Anchialus left a strong impression with a scene in the Sirens segment where, unable to resist curiosity, he removed his wax earplugs and, despite the crew’s warnings, jumped into the sea. ″Odyssey″ is Christopher Nolan’s 13th feature film and a reinterpretation of Homer’s epic ″The Odyssey.″ It depicts the 10-year journey of King Odysseus of Ithaca, who planned the Trojan Horse operation to win the 10-year Trojan War, as he returns home. The film was the first in history to be shot entirely in IMAX film format. Matt Damon played Odysseus, Tom Holland portrayed Odysseus’s son Telemachus, and Anne Hathaway took on the role of Odysseus’s wife Penelope. Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, and others also appeared. It matched the speed of ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day,″ which surpassed 7 million viewers in the shortest time this year, and was on par with Christopher Nolan’s representative work ″Interstellar.″ It set a faster record than ″A Man Who Lives with the King″ (7 million viewers on the 24th day of release) and ″Spring in Seoul″ (7 million viewers on the 20th day of release). Will Yun Lee was born in 1971 and is the son of Grandmaster Lee Soo-woong, known as the godfather of American Taekwondo. Born in the United States, he entered UC Berkeley on an athletic scholarship and majored in ethnic studies before pursuing an acting career. He gained recognition for his role as Danny Woo in ″Witchblade″ and was named one of People magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People in 2002. He has appeared in various Hollywood films and dramas such as ″007: Die Another Day,″ ″Talk,″ ″Total Recall,″ ″The Wolverine,″ ″Spy,″ ″Elektra,″ ″Altered Carbon,″ and ″The Good Doctor.″ Notably, in ″The Good Doctor,″ he played surgeon Alex Park. He is married in real life to Jennifer Birmingham Lee, who played Alex Park’s wife in the American version of ″The Good Doctor.″ They married in 2010 and had a son three years later. Will Yun Lee has also shared family photos on his account, showing his affection for his family.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Taeyeon showcased her unique charm and shared an update on her recent activities. On the 24th, Taeyeon posted photos with a variety of animal and nature emojis on her SNS, capturing a diverse atmosphere. In the revealed photos, Taeyeon wore a casual style with a gray short-sleeve T-shirt paired with black shorts, naturally displaying her long curly hair. Standing in front of a mirror in an indoor space with a gray wall and roller shutter, she held a smartphone in one hand, gazing straight ahead with her lips closed, drawing attention. In the photos, Taeyeon was seen kneeling while looking at her smartphone or posing confidently with one hand wrapped around her waist, showing off the figure of a confident diva. Her slim waistline and long, slender legs stood out, earning enthusiastic reactions from fans. This recent update attracted attention as Taeyeon presented a curly hairstyle, approaching with a more mature and sophisticated mood. Through the SNS post expressing emotions with various emojis, fans could glimpse her unique sensibility and diverse charm. Meanwhile, Taeyeon is currently preparing for a full album comeback, and music fans are raising their expectations for her new music and performances.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lee Seo captivated fans with her pure white charm. Recently, Lee Seo revealed photos striking various poses while wearing a white dress. With long hair and elegant earrings adding sophistication, she showcased a range of moods from gazing straight ahead to looking sideways and sitting on the floor. Notably, her cute gesture of pointing to her mouth with her finger and her neat posture standing with hands clasped stood out. In the photos of Lee Seo’s feet, transparent shoes and delicately manicured long nails caught attention. Following that, a scene where she held a smartphone and smiled brightly conveyed a natural yet vibrant energy. The emojis posted on SNS included a fried egg ’🍳’, symbols of love ’💕💞💖’, and a ring emoji ’💍’ hinting at marriage, sparking curiosity among fans. Although there has been no official statement yet, the post containing various meanings has raised expectations for new news about Lee Seo. Meanwhile, Lee Seo, who usually attracts much attention in fashion and beauty, recently attended several events, demonstrating her unwavering popularity. She plans to continue engaging with fans through diverse activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Lisa is drawing global fans’ anticipation by announcing the release of her intense new solo EP. On the 24th, Lisa posted on her SNS a photo exuding a captivating atmosphere along with the schedule for her new song release. In the revealed photo, Lisa is wearing a black corset dress, exposing one shoulder while staring straight ahead. Her long hair is fluttering in the wind, capturing attention, while the solid blue and black gradient background adds a mysterious and sophisticated vibe. The title of the upcoming EP is ″PRESS PLAY,″ which will be released on October 23. Prior to that, the first single ″SaWaDiKa″ was already released on September 3, marking the official start of her activities as a solo artist. Lisa, originally from Thailand, is the main dancer, lead rapper, and sub-vocalist of Black Pink, receiving worldwide love. This EP is expected to showcase her unique performance and musical style, revealing a more matured artist. Through this new song and EP, Lisa is anticipated to unfold a powerful and diverse musical world as a solo artist, distinct from her existing activities with Black Pink. Fans are showing enthusiastic interest in Lisa’s transformation along with her new music.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWICE member Sana recently shared an elegant and charming update through her official SNS. She caught particular attention holding a bouquet against a gray curtain background while wearing a black sleeveless dress. The photos, showcasing various poses with the bouquet held in both hands and one hand along with a bright smile, exuded a sophisticated and calm atmosphere, drawing enthusiastic responses from fans. As Sana has consistently demonstrated her unique identity with different styles and expressions, this SNS post is also praised for harmonizing her luxurious image with her gentle charm. In particular, the fact that the brand name tagged by Sana is ’yslbeauty’ has sparked interest in a possible collaboration with the renowned beauty brand. Previously, Sana has been actively engaged not only in TWICE activities but also in various fields, leading to interpretations that this post is part of her diverse endeavors. Continuously communicating with global fans and receiving great love, Sana is expected to continue appearing in even more diverse ways for her fans in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900