https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr Lee Chan-won donated the 1 million won prize money received from the Seonhan Star King of Kings competition to the treatment costs of children with cancer. This donation was made possible by the support of fans, and Lee Chan-won and the fans have been continuously sharing through this cause. The Korea Childhood Cancer Foundation announced on the 6th that the prize money from the July Seonhan Star King of Kings competition was delivered in the name of Lee Chan-won. According to the foundation, the donation will be used to support medical treatment costs for children and adolescents suffering from childhood cancer, leukemia, and rare incurable diseases. It will be utilized for necessary expenses during the treatment process, such as surgery, transplantation, purchase of rare medicines, and medical assistive devices. The medical expense support program targets children and adolescents under the age of 25 who developed the disease before the age of 19, and the foundation explained that it provides timely financial support to prevent treatment interruption due to economic difficulties. It offers practical help to patients and families struggling with long-term treatment and high medical costs. The cumulative donations delivered by Lee Chan-won and fans through Seonhan Star have reached 80.57 million won. The continuous voting and support from fans lead to monthly donations, spreading positive influence through Seonhan Star. Hong Seung-yoon, director of the Korea Childhood Cancer Foundation, said, ″It is most important for patients to continue necessary treatment at the right time,″ and added, ″We thank Lee Chan-won and the fans who connect their warm support every month to sharing, and we will use the donations carefully to be a strong support in the children’s treatment process.″ Meanwhile, Lee Chan-won is active in various broadcasting programs such as KBS2’s ″Immortal Songs,″ ″Celebrity Soldier’s Secret,″ JTBC’s ″Talk Reporter 25 Hours,″ and MBC’s ″SurfRIIZE Mystery Salon,″ alongside their singing career.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-gi’s side has issued an official statement regarding the dispute over the return of the jeonse deposit with Cha Ga-won, CEO of One Hundred Label. Lee Seung-gi’s side defined the matter not as a simple civil debt default but as a criminal offense and announced a firm stance on taking strong action. On the 6th, Lee Seung-gi’s legal representative, Law Office Hyunmyeong, stated in a press release that Cha Ga-won had fraudulently obtained money by entering into the jeonse contract without the intention or ability to return the deposit. They also revealed circumstances suggesting that preparations such as appraisals were made with the intention of executing a loan under Lee Seung-gi’s name even before the jeonse contract was signed. Lee Seung-gi’s side explained that the property was originally planned to be sold for around 7 billion KRW, but after the contract was canceled, the structure was designed to allow a jeonse loan of about 7.3 billion KRW, enabling the jeonse contract to be signed. Lee Seung-gi signed a jeonse contract for 10.5 billion KRW for a luxury villa in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, owned by Cha Ga-won and his spouse in 2024, of which approximately 7.3 billion KRW was reportedly financed through a jeonse loan. Upon the contract’s expiration, Lee Seung-gi requested the return of the jeonse deposit, but Cha Ga-won’s spouse stated that ″returning the deposit is impossible due to Cha Ga-won’s absence,″ resulting in no refund. Lee Seung-gi’s side added that they prepared to move but suffered losses including moving expenses. Lee Seung-gi’s side raised the possibility of accomplices, stating that multiple individuals, including Cha Ga-won’s spouse, real estate agents, and those involved in loans and appraisals, appeared to have divided roles and acted together. They also criticized Cha Ga-won’s legal representative for recently claiming ″there is no problem with returning the jeonse deposit″ but evading responsibility on the actual due date. Cha Ga-won’s side claimed that Lee Seung-gi raised suspicions of jeonse fraud to terminate the exclusive contract and stated that the payment was handled as a jeonse contract rather than a jeonse contract, but as an exclusive contract deposit in cash. The positions of Lee Seung-gi’s side and Cha Ga-won’s side remain sharply opposed. Meanwhile, Cha Ga-won is under investigation for allegedly receiving an advance payment of 24.2 billion KRW after proposing a business using the intellectual property (IP) of entertainers affiliated with the entertainment agency One Hundred and failing to carry out the business, as well as for not returning about 5 billion KRW in deposits after having acquaintances enter into jeonse contracts. The police estimate the damage at about 30 billion KRW, and the court issued an arrest warrant for Cha Ga-won on the 3rd, citing concerns over evidence tampering. Lee Seung-gi’s side stated that they had refrained from public responses, prioritizing unresolved payments to staff and the normal resumption of activities for affiliated artists. They pledged to do their best in their primary entertainment activities going forward while responding thoroughly to prevent similar damages from recurring. Separately, Lee Seung-gi is currently restricted from accessing a newly constructed building in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, due to a lien exercised by the construction company Piac Construction, and has applied for a provisional disposition for building delivery, awaiting the court’s decision.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The trailer for the original content ″Shall We Run Away?″ featuring all members of Tomorrow X Together (TXT)(TXT) traveling together to Shanghai, China, was released on August 5th through the official YouTube channel. The agency Big Hit Music announced that the Shanghai travelogue includes the full lineup with leader Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai. The members expressed excitement about the sudden trip while showing moments of confusion in unfamiliar situations. Beomgyu added curiosity about the main episode by saying, ″Someone might think we were kidnapped.″ Previously, Tomorrow X Together (TXT) showcased Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai enjoying camping, valley outings, and courage training through their original content ″Younger Siblings’ Summer Vacation Diary,″ which surpassed 1 million views. They are also continuing appearances on variety shows. Soobin recently appeared as a guest on SBS’s ″Jecheolli Village Hall,″ and Beomgyu will appear in episodes 5 and 6 of the Disney+ mystery detective game show ″Murder Club,″ released on the 12th. Their activities as singers are also active. Tomorrow X Together (TXT) will headline the stage at ″KCON LA 2026,″ held on August 16th (local time) at the Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena, with Yeonjun performing a solo stage on the 15th. On the 19th, they plan to release their 5th Japanese group single ″Setsuna Hanabi″ (セツナハナビ). On the 5th, Yeonjun appeared at ABC’s ″Good Morning America″ Summer Concert Series held in Central Park, New York, becoming the second Korean solo artist to appear after BTS member Jungkook. Yeonjun will then perform a solo stage at ″Billboard: One Night Only″ on the 12th and throw the ceremonial first pitch at the LA Dodgers mound on the 13th.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Young Tak announced the fifth season of the brand concert ’TAK SHOW.’ This performance will take place three times from October 3 to 5 at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. Young Tak’s ’TAK SHOW’ is a solo concert series that began in 2022, attracting about 90,000 spectators across eight cities nationwide, with every show selling out each year thanks to new concepts and stage productions. After completing the encore concert of ’TAK SHOW4’ at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium last January, Young Tak is holding a solo concert again in Seoul after about nine months. This ’TAK SHOW5’ is the first solo concert held after the release of Young Tak’s third full album ’GOGO’ on September 14, where songs from the new album will be performed for the first time. Additionally, various stages including hit songs, 1990s hits, and dance medleys will be prepared. Ticket reservations will be available for pre-sale on Melon Ticket for members of the official membership ’Young Tak & Blues’ second term. The pre-sale verification period is from August 6 at 4 PM to August 14 at 1:59 PM, and members who complete verification can book tickets from August 12 at 8 PM to August 14 at 1:59 PM. General ticket sales start on August 14 at 8 PM. Young Tak was born in 1983 and debuted in 2007 with the first single album ’I Love You.’ He gained public recognition by winning the silver prize on TV Chosun’s ’Tomorrow is Mr. Trot’ in 2020.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900  Top 20 Male and Female Artists Advance to the Final RoundVoting will run for two weeks, from noon on Aug. 3 to noon on Aug. 17 (KST)  The final 20 nominees for the newly introduced TMA My Star Award at the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA) have been confirmed. The inaugural winners will be determined entirely by fans.The second round of voting for the TMA My Star Award, part of the Fan N Star category at the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA), began at noon (KST) on Aug. 3 and will continue until noon (KST) on Aug. 17. Introduced for the first time in 2026, the TMA My Star Award recognizes the male and female artists who have received the greatest support from fans on FANNSTAR, with this year's winners becoming the award's first-ever recipients.The preliminary voting period ran from July 20 to Aug. 3, narrowing the field to the Top 20 male and Top 20 female finalists. All seven members of BTS advanced to the men's finals, while the category also features a strong lineup of solo artists. In the women's division, NMIXX leads with four finalists, while RESCENE secured two spots, further demonstrating the group's growing popularity.The Top 20 male finalists (listed in Korean alphabetical order) are: Kim Yong Bin, V (BTS), Sangwon (Alpha Drive One), SUGA (BTS), RM (BTS), JIY, Evan, WOODZ, Yoon Ji Sung, Eunho (PLAVE), Lee Chan Won, Lim Young Woong, Jang Min Ho, Jung Kook (BTS), j-hope (BTS), Jimin (BTS), Jin (BTS), Choi Su Ho, Hyunjin (Stray Kids), and Hwang Young Woong.The Top 20 female finalists are: Kyujin (NMIXX), Kim Eui Young, Ningning (aespa), Minami (RESCENE), Sullyoon (NMIXX), Ahyeon (BABYMONSTER), Youngseo (ALLDAY PROJECT), Woni (RESCENE), Wonhee (ILLIT), Winter (aespa), Yuna (ITZY), Lee Suyeon, Ian (Hearts2Hearts), Jeon Yujin, Jennie (BLACKPINK), Jiwoo (NMIXX), Jihyo (TWICE), Karina (aespa), Haewon (NMIXX), and Hongja.Following the final voting round, the top-ranked male and female artists will each receive the TMA My Star Award trophy in the FANNSTAR category at the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS. With finalists representing a wide range of genres and styles, anticipation is building over who will become the inaugural winners.Fans can cast their votes through FANNSTAR, the K-pop platform operated by The Fact. Voting is available through three methods: Regular Stars, Rainbow Stars, and Video Voting, which is unlocked by watching video advertisements. Fierce competition and enthusiastic participation from fans are expected throughout the voting period.Meanwhile, the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS will take place on Sept. 19 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium. The lineup includes RIIZE, RESCENE, xikers, IDID, ILLIT, Alpha Drive One, Evan, ATEEZ, NMIXX, ALLDAY PROJECT, Lim Young Woong, Yena, CORTIS, CLOSE YOUR EYES, KiiiKiii, TREASURE, and tripleS.With high-quality live performances and spectacular stage productions available exclusively to attendees, the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS is set to further solidify its status as one of Korea's premier music awards ceremonies. ]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:00:22 +0900 Group IVE member Jang Wonyoung recently shared several photos on her SNS. On the 5th, Jang Wonyoung posted the photos with the caption, ″For sparkling, radiant skin, Wonyoung.″ In the photos, Jang Wonyoung wore a pink sequin two-piece outfit and posed in various ways. One photo captured her winking in front of a cake. Her hairstyle, tied up in a ponytail, drew attention. In a photo where she was sitting diagonally on a sofa, her slender legs were highlighted. Meanwhile, IVE, which includes Jang Wonyoung, is currently on their second world tour, ″SHOW WHAT I AM.″ They are touring major North American cities such as Austin, Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle, and Vancouver, Canada, meeting global fans.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Shim Hyun-seop revealed the reason he remained pure until marriage. On the 5th, MBN released a preview of ″Sokpuri Show Dongchimi″ titled ″Shim Hyun-seop, the reason he remained pure until marriage?!″ In the video, Shim Hyun-seop stated that he registered his move and became a resident of Ulsan, receiving love from the citizens of Ulsan. He said that before marriage, he mainly dated in Ulsan, where his in-laws lived, and after marriage, he started his newlywed life in Ulsan, earning the nickname ″Son-in-law of Ulsan.″ He also mentioned that he was recognized as the first person to successfully go from a blind date to marriage on a dating program and received a lot of support. Shim Hyun-seop said, ″I remained pure until marriage,″ adding, ″I mostly dated in Ulsan, and wherever we went, people kept staring.″ He continued, ″Once, while holding hands and standing in front of a hotel, a taxi and a car stopped right there, and someone said, ’Are you going to the hotel? That’s great,’″ referring to the attention from Ulsan citizens at the time. He shared, ″They were all watching and cheering,″ and ″We just got in the car and left,″ describing the situation. Meanwhile, Shim Hyun-seop married Jung Young-rim, whom he met through TV Chosun’s ″Joseon’s Lover,″ last April.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Director Na Hong-jin’s film ″Hope″ attracted attention with a production budget of 60 billion won but has failed to maintain its initial box office momentum as it enters its fourth week since release. ″Hope″ had a smooth start, surpassing 1 million viewers within three days of release and reaching 2 million viewers faster than any other film released this year. However, weekend attendance in the second week dropped by about 49% compared to the first week, and in the third week, it decreased by another 56% from the previous week. Compared to the first weekend, the third weekend’s audience declined by approximately 77%. Reactions to the film were mixed. While some praised Na Hong-jin’s distinctive direction and worldview as ″the best movie of the year,″ many expressed disappointment with the long running time, heavy atmosphere, and narrative completeness. Online discussions interpreting the film’s setting and ending continued, and some viewers watched the film multiple times, but these conversations did not spread widely as popular word of mouth. The release of competing films also impacted the decline in box office performance. ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day,″ released on the 29th of last month, attracted attention before its release through large-scale marketing and fandom, drawing audiences early on who wanted to avoid spoilers. Christopher Nolan’s ″Odyssey,″ released on the same day, also divided demand for special screenings such as IMAX. Additionally, the screening of ″Love’s Hatchuping: The Legend of the Whale Jewel″ expanded options for family audiences. As a result, both adult and family viewers were dispersed across multiple films, further reducing the chances of a box office rebound for ″Hope.″ At the same time, controversy surrounding lead actor Hwang Jung-min’s private life added pressure to the film. However, it is known that the decline in ″Hope’s″ audience was already evident before the controversy arose. It is difficult to view Hwang Jung-min’s personal issues as the direct cause of the poor box office performance; rather, it is interpreted as an additional negative factor overlapping an already ongoing downward trend. Currently, ″Hope″ faces multiple challenges, including strong polarized opinions, aggressive competition from other films, and the lead actor’s personal controversy. Considering the enormous production budget and the initial box office speed, it is too early to declare the film a failure, but a clear rebound after the fourth week is necessary to surpass the break-even point.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Jessica conveyed a message of gratitude to her fans on the occasion of her 19th debut anniversary. On the 5th, Jessica posted several photos on her SNS along with the message, ″19 years, celebrating our anniversary through your eyes. Thank you for being part of this journey.″ The post also included the hashtag ’#GoldenStars,’ which represents her official fandom name. The released photos showed Jessica bowing deeply on stage during performances from different periods. From past stages where she wore pink stage outfits to recent ones in black dresses and boots, various costumes and stages appeared, but her greeting to the audience remained unchanged. The photos also included scenes of her holding hands and greeting with colleagues, bowing deeply while holding a microphone, and not raising her head for a while in response to fans’ cheers. In the audience below the stage, star-shaped light sticks, electronic boards with Jessica’s name, and handmade placards were present. Although support tools in various languages and forms appeared at each venue, the sight of fans filling the seats with yellow starlight was a common feature. Photos capturing her appearance from her debut to recent times were also released. Styles and stage scenes that changed with each activity period, such as long brown hair, blonde, and red hair, were arranged in one photo. The images included her singing on a stage showered with confetti and concert photos taken by fans in the audience. Jessica emphasized that this post recorded 19 years from the fans’ perspective. Jessica debuted on August 5, 2007, with Girls’ Generation’s first single album ″Into the New World.″ After leaving the group in 2014, she continued overseas activities including in China, business ventures, and managing her personal channel, and began solo activities in 2016 with ″With Love, J.″ She is scheduled to appear at the ″2026 Infinite Challenge Run in Gyeongju″ held in Gyeongju on September 19, where she will reunite with Park Myung-soo. The two previously released ″Naengmyeon″ as ″Myung Card Drive″ at the ″Olympic-daero Duet Song Festival″ in 2009. Jessica is preparing to meet domestic audiences again on the occasion of her 19th debut anniversary.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS member V revealed a moment with a dog that appears to be his pet on an airplane. On the 5th, V posted several photos and a short video on his social media with the caption, ″It’s quite quiet, you can cry. Boohoo~.″ The released video showed the dog freely moving around the cabin. The dog ran between the seats and on the floor, and there were no people in that section. The photos V posted included scenes of him working out and maintaining self-care during an overseas schedule, a natural look without makeup at the accommodation, and a card issued when attending the halftime performance of the North and Central America World Cup final. The card featured an ID photo of V with his bangs down. Meanwhile, each airline has regulations regarding pets in the cabin. Only carriers with a combined weight of the pet and carrier under 9KG and a total dimension (length + width + height) under 100cm are allowed in the cabin. It is strictly prohibited to take pets out of the carrier inside the cabin, and the carrier must be stored under the seat in front. Some netizens who saw the video V posted left various reactions regarding the dog’s movement inside the cabin.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Ji Ye-eun appeared on the YouTube channel ’Okikik’ and shared her experience of having her self-esteem greatly shaken after entering Korea National University of Arts (K-Arts). In the video ″Adult Love in Their 30s″ released on the 5th, Ji Ye-eun talked about the differences between being in her 20s and 30s. She recalled that in her 20s, she would sometimes go out for makgeolli with her classmates during class at K-Arts, reminiscing about the unique free atmosphere of the art school. On the other hand, after turning 30, she said she became more conscious of appearances and others’ opinions, which made her feel more restricted. Ji Ye-eun revealed that when she was accepted into her desired university in her early 20s, she thought she was a genius, but after entering school, seeing many talented and beautiful classmates lowered her self-esteem. Watching her classmates get cast in dramas and appear on TV while she was working part-time made it difficult for her to even turn on the TV. However, she added that she regained her self-esteem through working. Also, in the video, when Gabi said she felt like an adult when signing a document contract, Ji Ye-eun responded that she cannot handle signing a housing contract alone and has to bring her mother. She said she also does things like buying dishes, going to the hospital, and installing the TV with her mother, honestly expressing, ″I feel like I wouldn’t be able to do anything if my mother passed away.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Shingiru revealed his experience of not being properly anesthetized during a wisdom tooth extraction. On the 5th, Shingiru visited a kalguksu restaurant in the video ″When Exhausted by the Dog Days of Summer, Try Myeonchigiru (Best Kalguksu House)″ released on the YouTube channel ″Mwoodeunhagiru.″ In the video, Shingiru showed restraint unlike usual, saying he would drink makgeolli if available, but would not drink if it was not. He also mentioned that he has to go to the dentist this week and said that overweight comedians often have anesthesia-related stories. He explained that when the body is large and a lot of alcohol is consumed, anesthesia does not work well, and that he was almost completely sober when having his wisdom tooth extracted. That day, Shingiru was unsure whether he would have his wisdom tooth extracted, so he tried to order makgeolli, but expressed disappointment as the restaurant did not sell makgeolli.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Karina recently shared various hobbies and updates through her personal account. On the 5th, Karina posted several photos on her account. In the photos, she showcased a large paper crane she folded herself and revealed a screen showing she reached level 20,000 in a favorite game, displaying her hobbies. Additionally, in photos wearing a black crop top and a red-colored top, Karina showed off her slim waistline, proportions, and distinct facial features. Meanwhile, aespa, which Karina belongs to, is scheduled to start a new world tour, visiting a total of 25 locations including North America, South America, and Europe, beginning at Seoul Gocheok Sky Dome on the 7th and 8th.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kian84, Lee Yubi, and Jang Doyeon will appear on the reality program ″Kian Dating,″ which centers on dating with AI. ″Kian Dating″ is the first AI dating reality program in Korea, where AI and humans go on dates to explore the essence of love and emotions. It will premiere on the 20th at 9 PM. The released teaser video shows Kian84 spending daily life with his AI girlfriend on a tablet. He is seen talking with the AI at the swimming pool, keeping the tablet by his side when he sleeps, and gradually opening his heart to the AI by paying attention to her feelings. Also, while sitting face-to-face and clinking glasses with the AI, Kian84 cautiously asks, ″Is there any way we could actually meet?″ Lee Yubi is shown enjoying a happy time on a date at an amusement park with her AI boyfriend. The video features the phrase, ″Is dating AI possible?″ Jang Doyeon is seen walking down the street with her AI boyfriend, worrying, ″I think people are looking at us strangely,″ and eventually shedding tears while confessing, ″I love you.″ The teaser video begins with Kian84 lying in bed saying, ″I have started dating.″ When asked, ″How was last night?″ the AI responds, ″It wasn’t bad,″ creating an atmosphere like a conversation between real lovers. Through dating with AI, the program poses the question, ″Is it possible to feel love even if the partner is AI?″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Amid the release of the recorded phone conversations between Hwang Jung-min and woman A, the background behind Hwang Jung-min making 62 calls to A first has been revealed. On the 6th, Dispatch reported that after analyzing the recordings of the 62 calls Hwang Jung-min made to A, the content mainly conveyed his intention to cut off contact and end the relationship. In the released recordings, Hwang Jung-min is said to have made statements such as ″Stop texting,″ ″Stop contacting me,″ ″I don’t want to meet,″ ″I feel like I’m going to die,″ ″Let’s cut ties,″ ″I’m going crazy,″ ″Please,″ and ″It’s burdensome.″ A claimed that she had 77 phone calls with Hwang Jung-min from May 2024 to May 2025, and that 62 of those calls were initiated by Hwang Jung-min. She also asserted that there was private interaction between the two. The process by which Hwang Jung-min sent selfies to A was also revealed. A continuously demanded photos, and although Hwang Jung-min suggested meeting at a preview event to take pictures together, A refused and insisted only on selfies. Eventually, Hwang Jung-min sent the photos, which A used as evidence to claim a private relationship between them. Additionally, A requested Hwang Jung-min to ″stay together in a confined space for 24 hours″ and ″attend drinking gatherings,″ but Hwang Jung-min reportedly declined. Hwang Jung-min acknowledged responsibility for suggesting a meal to a fan and using friendly expressions, saying in the recordings, ″I misspoke when I said, ’Shall we work together sometime?’ I was really wrong.″ He continued, ″It wasn’t easy to end things face-to-face, and I didn’t want to meet, so I think I dragged it out like this. I sincerely apologize for that.″ According to Dispatch’s report, A is said to have applied psychological pressure by claiming she attempted extreme measures. In response, Hwang Jung-min said, ″Don’t say such serious things. That’s a threat.″ Also revealed was a message exchange where after A sent messages late at night, Hwang Jung-min called the next morning pleading, ″Please. Don’t send messages recklessly like that late at night.″ Due to the continued contact, Hwang Jung-min requested to stop communication, saying, ″Let’s cut ties,″ and ″Please, just let me live. I’ll beg with both hands, please.″ Hwang Jung-min’s side viewed A as a suspect of continuous stalking crimes and proceeded with a criminal complaint. The court issued a provisional restraining order against A and a summary order for a fine of 3 million won. A appealed and requested a formal trial. Later, on the 2nd, A expressed willingness to settle with Hwang Jung-min’s side, but Hwang Jung-min’s side reportedly rejected the settlement, stating, ″A is the perpetrator of stalking crimes.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Red Velvet member Joy recently attracted fans’ attention by sharing stage photos on her SNS. On the 4th, Joy posted several photos along with the caption, ″Fancon Photo Collection 2, Lovelies will know right away when they see the photos, right? This outfit is the encore outfit from the last day. Cute.″ In the released photos, Joy showcased a lingerie look paired with a black see-through bustier and see-through gloves, as well as a vintage printed white sleeveless top with black pants. She naturally draped a loose-fit white hooded zip-up over these to create various styles. On stage, Joy drew attention with an immersive expression and confident gaze. Her sophisticated blunt bob hairstyle, shaded eye makeup, sharp eyeliner, and red lips emphasized her urban facial features. Meanwhile, Red Velvet, which Joy is part of, released their mini-album ″Velvet Summer.″ This album includes a total of five tracks, including the title song ″Surfin’ Boy,″ for which Joy solely participated in writing the lyrics. ″Surfin’ Boy″ features a refreshing sound and cool yet dreamy vocal harmonies.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Choi Won-young revealed his experience participating in a spacing-out competition on ’Radio Star.’ MBC entertainment show ’Radio Star’ aired on the 5th with the special episode ″’Fᅢshion and Pᅢshion, I am so hip~,’″ featuring Choi Won-young, Lee Tae-ran, Bada, and Cortis Martin. Choi Won-young mentioned that he took part in a spacing-out competition, explaining that the event has a 12-year history and is a credible competition. He said, ″They come to check the heart rate every 15 to 20 minutes. They look at how low you can keep your heart rate.″ He also added that citizens vote on-site and performance scores are combined. Participants enter the competition wearing outfits that reflect their own meaning or philosophy, and he chose the concept of ″the hardships of office workers.″ Choi Won-young said he placed second among 70 participants and mentioned that the competition is an international event with foreign participants. He focused on spacing out for an hour and a half. During the broadcast, Yoo Se-yoon asked Choi Won-young, ″Did you make the news for hitting someone?″ and Choi Won-young replied, ″I spaced out. I participated in a spacing-out competition.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Ah-hyun shared her experiences of going through three marriages and divorces, along with her honest feelings about them. On the 5th, Lee Ah-hyun appeared on the YouTube channel ″Make it new″ and reflected on her three marriages and divorces, including her first marriage at the age of 26. She described her first marriage by saying, ″He was a very decent person, but after marriage, we clashed due to personality differences. I was young and thoughtless, so we ended up divorcing.″ She added, ″If the current me had met him first, I don’t think we would have divorced,″ expressing lingering feelings of apology toward her first husband. She also said, ″I sometimes think that if he hadn’t married me, he could have lived a simple and good life.″ Regarding her second marriage, she explained, ″He was in the same field as me and didn’t drink, so I thought he would understand me well. He had a calm nature, so I trusted him. But as we lived together, he faced difficulties, which led to our divorce.″ About her third marriage, she revealed, ″The adopted children wanted a father, so I wanted to quickly give them one. I wanted to provide everything for the kids, but I ended up divorcing, so I feel sorry for them.″ Lee Ah-hyun said she went through difficult times during her marriages and divorces. She said, ″My heart was heavy at the time, and I cried while praying,″ adding, ″I would sometimes wake up suddenly crying.″ She recalled that even after returning to her parents’ home following the end of her marriage, she prayed and cried every dawn. Lee Ah-hyun divorced after her first marriage in 1997 and experienced two more marriages and divorces afterward. She is currently raising two adopted daughters. In 2005, she appeared in the MBC drama ″My Name is Kim Sam-soon.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Um Moon-seok appeared on tvN’s ’You Quiz on the Block’ and shed tears while recalling his last moments with his father. Um Moon-seok revealed the process of establishing himself as an actor after 19 years of being unknown. He originally dreamed of becoming a dancer and moved to Seoul at the age of 16, living in practice rooms, subway stations, and friends’ houses. At that time, his income was almost nothing; even after broadcasting all day, he earned only 5,000 won, and he lived on ramen for 330 days. He mentioned an episode when his father came to Seoul and handed him bills mixed with 1,000 and 5,000 won as emergency money, saying that moment made him resolve to become tougher. He was active under the dance team name SIC, but his unknown life continued. At 30, he challenged ’Dancing 9’ and won second place, but he gradually faded from memory afterward. Dissatisfied with his appearance on stage, he began learning acting and made a mark on the public by winning the Best New Actor award for the SBS drama ’The Fiery Priest.’ His father was diagnosed with obstructive pulmonary disease and lung cancer while Um Moon-seok was filming ’The Fiery Priest’ and passed away in 2022. Um Moon-seok said that after his father was diagnosed, they took a family trip every year. Recalling his father’s final moments, he said, ″I was by my father’s side when he passed away. He was in the terminal stage of cancer and was on narcotic painkillers, so he was not fully conscious. When I briefly went to the bathroom, my father looked at me clearly. I said, ’Dad, it’s okay now, right?’ After I said that, he took three breaths and passed away.″ He continued, ″I told my father, ’Mom and sister will take care of things, so don’t worry and rest peacefully.’ When I came outside and shed tears, I stopped crying when I saw my mother and sister crying.″ He also said, ″Just my father’s presence was reassuring. Now that I am the head of the family, I promised myself, ’You are an adult now. Focus. You have to keep the promise you made to your father.’″ He also broke down while mentioning a recent dream about his father. Um Moon-seok shared an anecdote about his casting in the movie ’Hope,’ saying that an article came out immediately after the offer, which surprised the production team. He said Jo In-sung took care of him during the ’Hope’ stage greeting. About his acting, he humbly said, ″It is overrated. I’m not that good.″ Um Moon-seok talked about his experience of buying a mattress as a gift after moving into his first one-room apartment, saying, ″When I came home and lay down, I thought, ’Is it okay for me to be this comfortable?’ From now on, I will live without worrying about others’ opinions.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TUIDE, the first girl group under ABD, a new label of HYBE Music Group, has revealed the title track of their debut album and their promotion schedule. On the 5th, TUIDE (Seohui, Seoyeon, Elena, Jia, Saki, Sea, and Ihani) posted the promotion scheduler for their first mini-album ’[TUNE & PLAY]’ on their official SNS, unveiling the title track ″SUN KISS″ for the first time. The scheduler image featured various visual elements such as flag decorations, tents, and wooden signboards. According to the released schedule, TUIDE will begin their debut promotions on the 7th with ″GET TO KNOW TUIDE″ and ″MEET MY GRLS.″ Then, on the 10th and 12th, content versions inspired by the album title, ″WE TUNE″ and ″WE PLAY,″ will be released. On the 14th, an album preview is scheduled, followed by ″HOW WE TUNE & PLAY″ content on the 17th. On the 20th and 22nd, teasers for the ″SUN KISS″ music video will be unveiled, with music video photos revealed on the 23rd. The first mini-album ’[TUNE & PLAY]’ and the title track ″SUN KISS″ will be released on the 24th at 6 PM through various music platforms. This album is introduced as a work that tunes different musical languages into one rhythm and maximizes the joy (PLAY) found within it. The team name TUIDE is derived from ″Tune the tide,″ meaning to harmonize various flows through music. As ABD’s first girl group, their debut activities are drawing significant attention.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Tae-ran personally revealed the reason why she decided not to participate in works containing bed scenes. Lee Tae-ran appeared on MBC variety show ″Radio Star″ and said that although she filmed bed scenes with her husband’s permission, she felt uncomfortable and found it difficult to fully immerse herself in the acting. On that day’s broadcast, Choi Won-young, Lee Tae-ran, Bada, and Curtis Martin appeared as guests. Despite severe variety show anxiety, Lee Tae-ran said she decided to appear because she trusted Choi Won-young, with whom she worked on the drama ″SKY Castle.″ She also shared her experience from the past when she played a villain in ″Splendid Days,″ saying that people who recognized her at restaurants did not acknowledge her, and acquaintances asked her questions like ″Are you really that kind of person?″ and ″Do you have psychopathic tendencies?″ Lee Tae-ran named meals as something she can never give up while acting and revealed an episode where she made over ten NGs (no good takes) after skipping meals during filming. Lee Tae-ran introduced the production process of her YouTube channel ″Wife Who Reads Books, Actress Lee Tae-ran,″ which she has been running for seven years since 2019. She said that to create a 10-minute video, she practices difficult sentences multiple times, reads aloud for about an hour, and handles recording and editing all on her phone. She explained that the videos even include sounds like birds chirping, dogs barking, and her husband’s yawns. She stated that all YouTube earnings are donated. Although her goal was to donate the earnings every month, it took two to three months or more to reach the $100 threshold for settlement, so she decided to donate once every six months. She also said that if the collected earnings fall short of the target amount, she adds her own money and donates twice a year.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Martin, a member of Cortis, appeared on MBC variety show ’Radio Star’ and shared various stories. On the broadcast, Choi Won-young, Lee Tae-ran, and Bada revealed that they are fans of Cortis’s Martin and expressed their warm welcome. Martin explained the popular phrase ″Youngkku″ by saying, ″During the showcase, a reporter asked us to explain about ourselves, so I answered ’Young Creator Crew.’ The reporters then shortened it to ’Youngkku,’″ and added that he was inspired by this to write lyrics. Choi Won-young mentioned the vintage feel of the music video and asked Martin if the members’ opinions were heavily reflected. Lee Tae-ran danced the Youngkku challenge with Martin and commented, ″When else would I get to dance with Martin like this?″ Martin expressed envy over the popularity of Eom Sung-hyun and Ahn Geon-ho, saying, ″I want to bring about a Martin boom.″ In response, Bada said, ″I think Martin is the most handsome,″ making Martin smile.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 LE SSERAFIM has been confirmed as the first K-pop girl group to perform at one of the largest music festivals in the United States, the iHeartRadio Music Festival. This festival will be held from September 18 to 19 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, USA. LE SSERAFIM recently raised anticipation for their new season activities by releasing photos on their official SNS showing them wearing black uniforms and interacting with a mascot inside a sports stadium. This signals their intention to showcase a new image on the global stage while continuing communication with fans. Previously, LE SSERAFIM attracted significant attention at major domestic and international events, including headlining the main stage of the global gaming festival BlizzCon, which resumed after three years. The members stirred fans’ emotions through their official SNS by saying, ″We want to see you all soon. Please share this special moment with us.″ In this way, LE SSERAFIM is actively engaging in activities across domestic and international stages, and starting with their appearance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival, they are expected to expand their connection with global music fans.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Leeteuk recently captured fans’ attention by showcasing an intense stage presence through photos he shared on social media. In the released photos, Leeteuk is seen wearing a black jacket and pants, striking various poses on stage. From extending one hand to the side with a bright smile to covering his lips with his fingers while appearing deep in thought, he displayed a range of emotions, demonstrating his unique stage manners. The dark background combined with stage lighting effectively conveyed the charisma and sophisticated atmosphere he exudes on stage. Leeteuk has been actively working as a singer and broadcaster for a long time, consistently engaging with fans through radio DJing and numerous variety shows. These photos also allow fans to fully feel his energy and confidence on stage, raising their expectations. Especially after making a strong impression with his recent first solo song, ″Bad Name,″ attention is focused on Leeteuk’s future musical activities and broadcasting career. He plans to communicate with fans through his distinctive serious yet friendly charm and showcase a variety of facets.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Broadcaster Lady Jane graced the cover of the August issue of the women’s magazine ″Women Dong-A″ and shared her recent updates. Through an interview conducted again after 10 years, she also expressed her feelings about reconnecting in a meaningful way after a long time. In the released photo shoot, Lady Jane paired a blue striped shirt with a black skirt, creating a neat yet sophisticated atmosphere. She showed a pure charm with a pose that exposed one shoulder and a smiling face, standing out naturally and comfortably against a simple white background. In another shot, she emphasized her stylishness by wearing jeans and a sleeveless top, sitting on a chair with one leg raised, showcasing various styles. Through SNS, Lady Jane revealed her stories and reflections, drawing fans’ attention by saying, ″I was so glad to be interviewed again after 10 years by reporter Yoon Hye-jin.″ Recently, Lady Jane, who has regained a slim figure one year after giving birth, is actively sharing her updates. She continues a happy daily life, including hosting a grand first birthday party for her twin daughters at a luxury hotel. This photo shoot attracted many eyes with her natural charm and healthy appearance. Styling was handled by Rothy (@rothy__), makeup by Orphic (@orphic_sun), and hair by Jung Yoon-jung (@j_eong9_3), enhancing the overall quality. Through the August issue cover of ″Women Dong-A,″ Lady Jane captured not only her appeal as a broadcaster but also her charm as a more mature woman.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Liz captured fans’ attention by sharing a special Harry Potter-themed daily life on social media. Recently, Liz posted photos taken against a Harry Potter backdrop on her Instagram, expressing her excitement. In the revealed photos, Liz showcased a stylish yet comfortable look by pairing a black sleeveless top with gray pants, holding popcorn and a drink in both hands while smiling brightly. The Harry Potter castle-themed background added a mysterious atmosphere, and the excitement felt in her steps was clearly conveyed. Additionally, in front of a table set with seafood dishes, she appeared relaxed, leaning on her arms while wearing a white apron. Her enthusiastic enjoyment of the seafood was also shared, drawing fans’ interest. Through her post, Liz communicated with fans using cute comments like ″I love Dobby too″ and ″Overcame the food coma and watched until the end,″ letting them know she had a special time. Revealing both pure and lively charms, Liz consistently shares her daily life with fans through social media, delivering warm energy. She makes fans look forward to her active presence through various content and activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Song Hye-kyo revealed her daily life wearing a white short-sleeve T-shirt and jeans. Recently, Song Hye-kyo posted several photos on her SNS along with a sunglasses emoji. In the photos, she is sitting on indoor stairs with a gray floor and shelves, staring straight ahead, wearing sunglasses that create a chic atmosphere. She completed a simple yet sophisticated style by pairing a clean white T-shirt and jeans with a bag. Another photo captured her sitting on leather seats inside a vehicle with a calm expression. Additionally, there were scenes of her sitting on a bench or holding a smartphone and bag in a space with wooden walls and chairs as the background. Especially in the photo walking down the street, she showed a bright smile and natural charm. True to her usual preference for unpretentious fashion, Song Hye-kyo attracted attention by showcasing a comfortable and casual daily style with minimal items in the recently revealed photos. The stylish use of sunglasses as a focal point stood out. Meanwhile, Song Hye-kyo is known to be preparing for several projects and planning her next activities.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Shin Yuna of the group ITZY transformed into an actress by taking on the role of rising star actress Yoon Choi in the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama ″My Favorite Employee.″ Shin Yuna appeared as Yoon Choi, an actress boasting natural beauty, in the first episode of ″My Favorite Employee,″ which aired on the 3rd. In the drama, Yoon Choi is a character who acts alongside Lee Chan (played by Cha Woo-min) in the popular drama ″Bittersweet,″ immersing herself in the role of his lover and ultimately deciding to continue a real relationship with Lee Chan. Yoon Choi is portrayed as a beautiful actress who cannot help but be a celebrity, showing an active attitude in her relationship with Lee Chan. In the second episode aired on the 4th, Yoon Choi and Lee Chan appeared at an official event to promote the drama. On stage at the production presentation, Yoon Choi showed a professional smile, but in the waiting room, she revealed a contrasting side by saying to Lee Chan, ″We can’t break up, no, we won’t break up. I was really sincere.″ Additionally, a scene was broadcast where she answered a call from Nam Da-reum (played by Kim Hye-jun) on Lee Chan’s behalf and deleted the call history. This scene simultaneously expressed the image of a professional actress and her feelings toward Lee Chan. Released stills captured Shin Yuna embodying Yoon Choi’s image with a red floral pattern dress and a hairstyle that exposed her neckline. Her cold gaze toward Lee Chan and expressionless look while reading the script conveyed the character’s contrasting moods. Meanwhile, Shin Yuna previously took on an acting challenge through the tvN Saturday-Sunday drama ″Undercover Miss Hong.″ ″My Favorite Employee″ airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:45 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The official recording process of the song ″Hard Tteokbokki,″ a collaboration between actor Ji Seung-hyun and singer Young Tak, will be revealed on KBS2’s ″New Product Launch Pyeonstorang.″ The ″Hard Tteokbokki″ project, which began with Ji Seung-hyun writing the lyrics himself and Young Tak spontaneously adding the melody, continued with the two meeting in the recording studio. Young Tak’s close friend Lee Chan-won expressed anticipation, saying, ″Young Tak doesn’t produce for just anyone.″ Ji Seung-hyun, whose main profession is acting, appeared nervous before the first recording, while Young Tak showed sincerity in the song production as a producer. When the recording started, Ji Seung-hyun attracted attention by appearing in a three-piece suit despite the midsummer heatwave. However, as Ji Seung-hyun began singing, Young Tak’s expression changed drastically, eventually declaring a halt to the recording. Boom, who was present at the scene, commented, ″I know well, but right now, his expression is very serious.″ Meanwhile, the two revealed that they are senior and junior alumni from the same high school in Andong, Gyeongbuk. The broadcast also showed Ji Seung-hyun preparing a three-course meal using an air fryer for Young Tak. Although Young Tak was initially skeptical, after tasting Ji Seung-hyun’s cooking, he said, ″This is shocking.″ Additionally, Ji Seung-hyun and Young Tak consulted ″Maehwa Doryeong,″ a handsome MZ shaman from an engineering background, about their fortunes via video call. Maehwa Doryeong described Ji Seung-hyun’s four pillars of destiny as ″a general’s fortune from a noble family with high academic status,″ and candidly revealed the compatibility with Young Tak. At 44, the marriageable age, Young Tak also asked Maehwa Doryeong about his marriage luck. Their fortune-telling and recording session can be seen in the broadcast on the 6th at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Choi Won-young, Lee Tae-ran, singer Bada, and Martin of Cortis appeared on the 975th episode of MBC variety show Radio Star and shared various stories. On the broadcast, Martin expressed his gratitude to the fans for their love. Cortis is a five-member boy group under Big Hit Music, which debuted on August 18, 2025. Martin, born in 2008 and 18 years old, is the leader of the team. He holds dual citizenship in Korea and Canada; his father is Canadian, and his mother is Korean. On the show, Martin said, ″This is the first time I’ve appeared without the members. I was able to come out because I speak well.″ Kim Gu-ra expressed surprise that Martin was born in 2008. Martin said, ″I grew up watching Radio Star.″ Choi Won-young said he had studied Cortis, adding, ″Actually, I haven’t known Cortis for long. When I told my sixth-grade daughter that I was appearing on Radio Star today, she didn’t believe me. My mission is to get her autograph.″ He continued, ″Today marks 339 days since their debut, right? I studied about Cortis.″ The broadcast also featured a scene where Martin explained the planning of Cortis’s music videos. Martin said, ″For the first album, we coordinated with the company, but for the second album, our opinions were reflected a lot, so our colors came through strongly.″ Yoo Se-yoon jokingly whispered, ″At this rate, you don’t need the company,″ and Kim Gu-ra stopped him, saying, ″Why are you shaking the kid? He’s only a high school senior.″ Martin replied, ″Even appearing on broadcasts is thanks to the company.″ Meanwhile, Martin expressed gratitude to fans, saying, ″We reached 100 million views 34 days after debut, and this time, we achieved 100 million views in 15 days. I’m very thankful.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT 127 has officially announced the release of their seventh full-length album, ’BLINGY,’ kicking off the comeback countdown. Scheduled for release at 6 PM on August 24, ’BLINGY’ is expected to showcase NCT 127’s diverse musical colors and their more mature artistic capabilities. This album is part of a special commemorative project celebrating NCT 127’s 10th anniversary since debut, focusing on delivering messages of communication and gratitude to their fans. In the released teaser video, the members exude intense charisma as they gaze straight ahead under a blue sky, dressed in black tops and bottoms. The sight of five airplanes crossing the sky creates a futuristic yet refreshing atmosphere, sparking curiosity about the new concept this album will present. Fans have increased their anticipation by sharing pre-order and pre-save links through NCT 127’s official SNS, accompanied by various hashtags celebrating the members’ 10th anniversary. This album will encompass a variety of musical genres and, under the slogan ’EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO,’ will capture the broad musical world of NCT 127. Meanwhile, starting with this comeback, NCT 127 plans to actively engage in music activities and sequentially release various content to communicate more closely with their fans.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Dayoung revealed a photo with Jay Park, showcasing their special chemistry. Dayoung recently posted a photo on her SNS with the caption, ″We can get a little flirty 😏.″ In the photo, the two are linked arm in arm, embracing each other with smiles, creating a warm atmosphere. Dayoung wore a striped pattern dress, while Jay Park showed a casual style with a white tank top and jeans. The background features structures presumed to be from an industrial site and a blue wall, adding a unique vibe. The hashtags posted together included ’#DAYOUNG’, ’#JayPark’, ’#FLIRTY’, and ’#FLIRTY_Challenge’, raising anticipation for a challenge or project they participated in together. Meanwhile, Dayoung actively communicates with fans through various SNS content as well as her music activities, and her friendly appearance with Jay Park is drawing new attention from fans.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Tomorrow X Together (TXT)(TXT) has released photos capturing a relaxed daily life along with refreshing beach scenery. TXT posted several photos on their official SNS account featuring a beach with the sea and horizon in the background. The images show various looks, from wearing a white knit sweater with a striped towel wrapped around the head to a comfortable style sitting on a chair covered with a blanket while wearing a white raincoat and hat. Especially, the scenes of standing on the beach dressed in a gray vest and shorts, and walking with a pet dog wearing a short-sleeved shirt and shorts, conveyed a more natural and peaceful atmosphere. Additionally, the members showed teamwork and close relationships through moments of holding onto each other and enjoying themselves. Scenes where several people lifted or pulled one member were also captured, portraying lively times spent together on the beach, attracting fans’ attention. The view of standing while looking at the blue sea conveyed both coolness and romance, and the various poses and expressions against the backdrop of the beach and sea fully revealed Tomorrow X Together (TXT)’s unique bright and refreshing charm. Meanwhile, TXT recently continued their active global activities by Yeonjun appearing as the second K-pop solo artist on the U.S. ABC broadcast ’Good Morning America’ Summer Concert Series, interacting with local fans.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Seulgi shared an update filled with the energy of summer. Recently, Seulgi posted several photos on her personal social media (SNS) with the brief caption, ″Our summer🌀.″ In the photos, Seulgi is dressed in workout clothes, pairing a black sports bra with sky-blue shorts. She strikes free and lively poses, such as extending one arm or spreading both arms, against a natural backdrop of a riverside, grass fields, and mountains. Especially in the photo where she wears a headband and looks straight at the camera, a cool summer vibe and healthy energy are felt. This post shows that Seulgi continues her active lifestyle and self-care even in the hot season. Photos capturing the riverside and evening sunset stand out, as well as images of her focusing on exercise while wearing knee braces. During breaks, she is seen holding a pink water bottle and relaxing comfortably, sharing a friendly daily life with her fans. Seulgi has showcased diverse music and performances not only as a member of Red Velvet but also as a solo artist. Recently, she announced a summer comeback and is preparing for active promotions with the ’Velvet Summer’ surfing concept. She has also communicated with fans through a solo audio show, sharing stories about music and daily life. Meanwhile, Seulgi has established herself as a versatile artist, gaining attention not only for her various stage and broadcast activities but also in the field of acting. With this recent update, fans are even more delighted to see her radiating healthy energy during the summer season.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Jeon Yu Jin shared updates about their recent life with fans on a hot summer day, conveying simple daily moments. Recently, Jeon Yu Jin posted several photos on their SNS along with captions such as ″It’s so hot!! 🥵″, ″Self-confused″, ″How is it?″, ″Click″, ″Was your day okay?″, ″Honka..″, ″Flower just picked″, and ″It’s so hot but summer in Seoul is beautiful.″ In the photos, Jeon Yu Jin is seen wearing a white blouse, taking selfies and posing against urban streets and plain backgrounds. Especially, they showed a bright expression and natural charm while overcoming the heat with cool summer fashion. Despite the hot weather, Jeon Yu Jin conveyed lively and positive energy to fans, attracting attention as they enjoyed the summer atmosphere of Seoul. Known as a trot prodigy, they continue to communicate with fans not only through steady music activities but also various broadcast appearances and fan events. Having recently been active on several stages including the first half special of ’Trot Champion,’ Jeon Yu Jin is establishing their position as the next-generation trot star and plans to meet the public with diverse appearances in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Rookie group Cortis has announced the start of their first North American tour, ″Put Your Phone Down.″ The tour, which kicked off on the 4th in Toronto, Canada, will visit major cities across North America, allowing the group to meet local fans. Cortis took the stage wearing jackets in various vibrant colors paired with black tops, showcasing a strong presence. Recently, Cortis appeared on MBC’s ″Radio Star,″ where they shared the behind-the-scenes story of their hit song ″Youngkku,″ continuing their activities in variety shows. Member Martin expressed his excitement about his first solo variety show appearance, saying, ″It’s an honor to see ’Youngkku’ becoming a trend.″ Meanwhile, Cortis is expanding their global fandom by maintaining a long-running presence on the Billboard 200 chart for 12 weeks. On social media, they posted a message saying, ″done switched up like Hannah Montana,″ hinting at a new concept and signaling various musical changes, raising fans’ expectations. During the upcoming North American tour, Cortis plans to connect with local fans through a more mature image and diverse performances.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids captured fans’ attention by releasing photos with a unique concept on their official SNS ahead of the release of their new song, ″THIS & THAT.″ In the photos, a member is wearing a blue tracksuit top and holding a piece of chicken in one hand, with a focused expression in a space featuring wooden-colored walls and tables. The blonde hair and glasses create a striking image. The new album ″THIS & THAT″ is a work that embodies Stray Kids’ diverse musical colors and confidence, encompassing both ″this″ and ″that″ as the name suggests. Through this album, the members plan to showcase their multifaceted charm and engage with fans through various stages and content. Recently, Stray Kids have continued to meet fans worldwide through an active world tour and various global activities. They have also been steadily releasing teaser videos and content through official channels, heightening the comeback atmosphere. The new song is expected to bring fresh energy to fans with its lively sound and message that fit well with summer. Stray Kids plan to continue their active promotions in the second half of the year, displaying diverse charms not only through music but also on music shows and performances.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Mimi, a member of the group Oh My Girl, announced a new start as a solo singer after 11 years. In the invitation poster released through Oh My Girl’s official SNS, Mimi announced that her first single, ″Bish Bash Bosh,″ will be released on August 20 at 6 PM (KST). Mimi participated in the overall production, lyrics, and composition of the new song, sincerely reflecting her musical style. Mimi has been loved by fans for her husky voice and unique rapping style as the main rapper of Oh My Girl. Through her solo debut, she plans to showcase more diverse musical challenges and individuality while continuing to communicate with the public. Meanwhile, Mimi is actively engaging in variety shows and various content, displaying her multifaceted charm. Expectations among music fans are rising with the release of her solo single.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The girl group IVE is continuing their active promotions by releasing behind-the-scenes photos from their world tour stage held in Oakland, USA. The photos recently posted on their official SNS show the members on stage wearing various styles, pairing sparkling tops with short bottoms, standing side by side with their hands raised above their heads. With a large audience filling the venue, IVE conveyed the heat of the stage with different expressions while looking straight ahead. Through this world tour, IVE is interacting with global fans and enjoying great popularity. Member Ahn Yujin was also recognized for her musical talent by winning the Blue Dragon OST Popularity Award last month. Meanwhile, IVE members Jang Wonyoung and Sung Hanbin were recently selected as MCs for the ’AAA 2026’ awards ceremony, showcasing their presence in various fields. IVE plans to continue their active stage activities both domestically and internationally.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Bada recently addressed the plastic surgery rumors herself. On the August 5th broadcast of MBC variety show ″Radio Star″ episode 975, Bada appeared alongside Choi Won-young, Lee Tae-ran, and Curtis Martin. That day, Bada mentioned that the staff perfectly styled her and said, ″If I take out the lenses and take off the outfit, I might look ordinary.″ She then expressed self-love, saying, ″When I’m fully dressed up, I’m insanely pretty.″ Bada was born in 1980 and debuted as a member of S.E.S. in 1997. In 2017, she married a non-celebrity who is 10 years younger than her, and they have a daughter named Rua. Previously, Bada was caught up in plastic surgery rumors after posting photos with excessive filters and retouching. Regarding this, she explained, ″Without excessive filters, today I’m facing it head-on as my true self. Maybe this is what people wanted—me as I really am, real me.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids has released an intro video showcasing the production process ahead of the release of their new mini-album, THIS & THAT. On the 4th, JYP Entertainment posted the video titled Stray Kids [INTRO ″THIS & THAT″] on their official account, featuring the members explaining the album themselves. All the songs on this album were produced by the group’s in-house producing team 3RACHA: Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han. Stray Kids stated that they ″prepared this album without any regrets″ and described it as ″an album with many new attempts.″ They especially highlighted the title track, ″This & That,″ as the song they spent the most time perfecting. The members introduced this track as containing a fresh and popular sound different from their previous title songs, with catchy lyrics, wit, and performance that embody Stray Kids’ unique color. Changbin revealed about the lyric work, ″We put a lot of thought and effort into finding hip words to express ’this’ and ’that’.″ They also shared various production processes, including a music video with a Korean atmosphere and choreography that was revised multiple times. Stray Kids is scheduled to release the mini-album THIS & THAT and the title track of the same name on the 7th at 1 PM. Previously, in November last year, they set a record by entering the Billboard 200, the main album chart of the US Billboard, at number one for the eighth consecutive time with DO IT. Stray Kids is an eight-member multinational boy group under JYP Entertainment that debuted on March 25, 2018. The team name means ″wandering children.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS ranked first in the advertising model brand reputation for August 2026. The Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute analyzed big data on advertising model brands measured from July 6 to August 6, 2026, to calculate the brand reputation index. In this survey, BTS, Lim Young Woong, and Yoo Jae-suk ranked first, second, and third, respectively. The big data surveyed totaled 35,009,082, an increase of 12.09% from 31,233,600 in July. The brand reputation index is calculated by combining participation index, media index, communication index, and community index based on consumer behavior analysis, reflecting online habits that influence brand consumption. Consumer relationships, positive and negative evaluations, media interest, and communication volume regarding advertising model brands were measured. BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook) recorded a total brand reputation index of 3,552,236 with a participation index of 159,512, media index of 393,045, communication index of 999,185, and community index of 2,000,494. This is a 204.72% increase from 1,165,738 last month. Lim Young Woong ranked second with 2,141,773, and Yoo Jae-suk ranked third with 1,629,965. RIIZEnne and IVE ranked fourth and fifth with indices of 1,572,383 and 1,479,248, respectively. IVE’s brand reputation index rose by 72.55% compared to last month. Koo Chang-hwan, head of the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute, stated, ″According to the big data analysis results of advertising model brand reputation for August 2026, the BTS (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, Jungkook) brand ranked first. When analyzing the advertising model brand category, the big data of 31,233,600 in July increased by 12.09%. Detailed analysis shows brand consumption rose by 17.50%, brand issues by 8.11%, brand communication by 3.65%, and brand diffusion by 20.27%.″ He also explained, ″In the link analysis of the BTS brand, which ranked first in the advertising model brand reputation for August 2026, ’overwhelming,’ ’boycott,’ and ’breakthrough’ scored highly, and in keyword analysis, ’ARMY,’ ’Arirang,’ and ’concert’ were prominent. The positive-to-negative ratio analysis of the BTS brand showed a positive rate of 93.67%.″ The top 30 advertising model brand reputations for August 2026 included BTS, Lim Young Woong, Yoo Jae-suk, RIIZEnne, IVE, Black Pink, So Ji-sub, Park Ji-hoon, Kim Do-young, Gong Yoo, Son Heung-min, Byun Woo-seok, Lee Jung-hoo, Kim Jong-kook, aespa, Seventeen, Psy, Kim Go-eun, Park Bo-gum, Lee Byung-hun, Aileet, Park Eun-bin, Jo In-sung, TWICE, Lee Dong-wook, Go Yoon-jung, Lee Chan-won, Lee Jung-jae, Yoona, and Park Jin-young. This reputation survey was conducted through brand big data analysis targeting about 90 advertising models, including BTS, Lim Young Woong, Yoo Jae-suk, RIIZEnne, IVE, and Black Pink.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The first episode of season 5 of SBS variety show ″Whenever There’s a Chance″ is scheduled to air on the 11th as planned. The broadcast will feature actors Hwang Jung-min and Jung Ho-yeon, who appeared in the movie ″Hope,″ as guests. Amid allegations concerning Hwang Jung-min’s private life, attention has focused on whether the already recorded episode will be aired. SBS has decided to proceed with the first episode broadcast as planned without any edits. Previously, SBS stated that ″nothing has been decided″ and that they would respond after verifying the facts. The released preview video shows MC Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok playing games with Hwang Jung-min and Jung Ho-yeon. Hwang Jung-min is seen following the choreography of Cortis’s ″Red Red″ and mistakenly saying ″Geoje Ya-ong″ instead of the recently trending meme ″Geoje Yaho.″ The preview also includes scenes of him shouting at the game results and reacting strongly to the production team’s requests. The allegations against Hwang Jung-min’s private life surfaced on the 29th of last month when person A posted messages and audio recordings with a figure presumed to be Hwang Jung-min on online communities and social media. Person A claimed that Hwang Jung-min approached them romantically. In response, Hwang Jung-min’s agency, Sam Company, stated that ″Person A is a stalking crime suspect who has continuously harassed Mr. Hwang Jung-min,″ explaining that the court issued three temporary restraining orders against Person A and that a summary order imposing a fine of 3 million won was issued after the stalking charges were recognized. Person A appealed this, claiming innocence and requested a formal trial, which is currently underway in the first criminal trial. Additionally, Person A has filed a lawsuit seeking 200 million won in damages against Hwang Jung-min. Person A continues to release additional materials on social media, claiming there was mutual interaction with Hwang Jung-min.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Oksoon, who appeared on ENA·SBS Plus’s ″I Am Solo″ Season 24, revealed her experience of unpaid appearance fees. On the 5th, Oksoon posted a video on her SNS with the caption, ″Those who have been stiffed, gather here.″ In the video, she stated that there was a time when she did not receive her appearance fee for over a year. She expected the payment to be made about a month after filming ended, but it was never deposited. Oksoon also said that a few months later, she was contacted by the production team, but it was recorded that her appearance fee had already been paid for her first broadcast appearance. She claimed that she discussed the payment issue with the person in charge, but the money never came through. This was not an isolated incident, and she revealed that she also did not receive appearance fees when she appeared on another show afterward. She said, ″As a result, there are appearance fees from both the first and second times that I have not received.″ However, it is not confirmed from the disclosed information which program or production company the unpaid appearance fee issue occurred with. Since appearing on ″I Am Solo″ Season 24, Oksoon has appeared on ″I Am Solo, Love Continues After That″ and various YouTube channels and other broadcasts.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 To celebrate the 10th anniversary of singer Lim Young Woong’s debut, fan clubs have engaged in various donation activities. The Lim Young Woong fan club ’Hero Era Daegu Starlight Study Room’ donated 10 million KRW to the ’D.F Scholarship Foundation’ for children of brain-dead organ donors. This fan club began providing scholarships in 2023 and has continued donations for four consecutive years, with a total accumulated donation amount reaching 31 million KRW. A representative stated, ″We participated in the donation to celebrate singer Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary together and to give back to society by sharing the comfort and inspiration the singer has given us.″ They also expressed support for the donor children to grow into heroes who brighten society like Lim Young Woong. Another fan club, ’Hero Era Yeosu Starlight Room,’ donated 5 million KRW in joint fundraising to support low-income vulnerable groups in Mipyeong-dong, Yeosu City. This fund was voluntarily raised by members and has been conducted for two consecutive years following last year. The donation will be used to support vulnerable groups in welfare blind spots through the Mipyeong-dong Administrative Welfare Center and the Jeollanam-do Social Welfare Community Chest. A representative of Hero Era Yeosu Starlight Room said, ″To celebrate Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary more meaningfully, we practiced sharing in Mipyeong-dong together with our members.″ Kang Hyung-guk, the private chairman of the Mipyeong-dong Community Security Council, and Jung Myung-sook, the head of Mipyeong-dong, also expressed gratitude for the fan club’s two consecutive years of donations. Meanwhile, the Hero Era Band Sharing Group will deliver a donation of 10 million KRW to Yonsei Medical Center on August 8th to commemorate Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary. This donation will be used to cover medical expenses for pediatric and adolescent patients and to support the living expenses of families facing economic difficulties due to caring for sick children. Yoon Young-nam, director of external cooperation at Yonsei Medical Center, said, ″We deeply appreciate the Hero Era Band Sharing Group for continuously sending warm hearts of sharing since 2020.″ The Hero Era Band Sharing Group has also been volunteering monthly with lunchbox services in the Dongja-dong shantytown since May 2020, and including this donation, their total contributions to Yonsei Medical Center amount to 70 million KRW, with total cumulative donations reaching 433.08 million KRW.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ENA and SBS Plus’s real dating program ″I am SOLO″ Season 33’s lifelong single special showed unexpected love lines among the contestants in the first broadcast. In the episode aired on the 5th, twelve lifelong single men and women of Season 33 entered ″Solo Country No. 33″ in Muju, Jeonbuk, and had their first meeting. Each contestant openly shared the reasons why they have been lifelong singles. Youngsoo explained that he focused on math and foreign language studies, while Youngho said he was so absorbed in work that he had no chance to meet the opposite sex. Youngsik revealed that he is a racing driver and coach who grew up in the Philippines as a KATUSA soldier and said it was difficult for him to approach people, to the point of eating alone during school days. Youngchul said he concentrated on work to cover tuition, living expenses, and sports costs, and Kwangsoo said he hadn’t thought about dating for 31 years and had once been told by a friend that he might be asexual. Sangchul said he had few opportunities to meet the opposite sex and felt awkward in front of women he liked, making dating difficult. The female contestants also shared their stories. Youngsook said she postponed dating to focus on her career and studies, and Jungsook revealed she had lived abroad for about 10 years but had no dating experience. Sunja explained that she had dated for about three months eight years ago but broke up due to lack of romantic feelings. Youngja expressed confidence, saying she had completed marriage preparations but had no partner, and Oksun said she decided to appear on the show out of a sense of crisis that she might remain a lifelong single forever. Hyunsook confessed that although she liked many men, she never expressed her feelings and only suffered emotionally. In the first impression selection, Sangchul received three votes, becoming the ″unanimous male,″ chosen by Youngja, Jungsook, and Hyunsook. Sangchul said, ″It’s something I’ve never experienced in my life.″ On the other hand, Youngho and Kwangsoo received no votes. Youngsook chose Youngsoo, who helped carry her luggage; Jungsook chose Sangchul, who tried to lighten the mood; Sunja chose Youngsik, who helped with her luggage; Oksun chose Youngchul, who naturally collected trash; and Hyunsook chose Sangchul. However, the atmosphere changed on the way to the dormitory. When Sangchul struggled to load the three women’s luggage into his car, Youngho, who had received zero votes, stepped forward and offered to load their luggage into his car. Hyunsook expressed her favor, saying Youngho was ″generous and considerate.″ After arriving at the dorm, Youngho volunteered to lead the atmosphere by conducting a liar game, attracting the attention of Sunja and Youngja. Youngsik delivered welcome gifts and bottled water to the women’s dorm, earning Youngsook’s admiration, and Youngsook showed interest in Youngsik by volunteering for the grocery shopping team. In the grocery shopping vehicle, Youngsik and Hyunsook naturally continued a conversation about movies and foreign dramas. Seeing this, Youngsook thought the two seemed to get along well and decided to keep other possibilities in mind. At the dorm, Youngsoo handed out candies he had prepared to the contestants and took care of Youngsook, who was not feeling well. During dinner, when Youngho said he wanted to eat bibimmyeon, Youngja made it for him, and Youngho expressed his gratitude, saying, ″Thank you so much.″ Sunja showed interest in Youngho but had difficulty approaching him easily. In the preview at the end of the broadcast, Sunja was seen initiating a conversation with Youngho, and the self-introductions of the Season 33 contestants were teased.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-chul recently shared on a broadcast that he successfully lost weight and will be welcoming a grandchild this year. On the May 5th episode of tvN variety show ″You Quiz on the Block,″ Lee Seung-chul, who is celebrating his 40th debut anniversary, appeared as a guest. On the show, Lee revealed the secret to his weight loss, saying, ″It’s been two years since I lost the weight. I exercised, followed a diet, and received some assistance.″ When Yoo Jae-suk mentioned the obesity treatment drug Wegovy, Lee acknowledged it. Yoo Jae-suk also commented, ″It’s not easy to maintain it even if you take that.″ During the broadcast, Lee Seung-chul attracted attention by saying, ″Time has passed and the kids have grown,″ and ″I will have a grandchild this year.″ Lee Seung-chul’s daughter is expecting to give birth this fall. Yoo Jae-suk added, ″I never thought about being Grandpa Lee Seung-chul,″ and said, ″When the grandchild sees him now, they will probably think he is very stylish. It’s like a pop star’s overseas concert vibe.″ Lee Seung-chul remarried Park Hyun-jung in 2007 and has two daughters. His eldest daughter got married last October.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 THE BOYZ has decided to continue group activities as a nine-member team, excluding member New. Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric recently signed a group contract for full nine-member activities and are preparing for group activities under a new label system. The members plan to pursue individual activities through separate contracts with their respective agencies, but will fully cooperate and manage both group and individual activities stably. This decision was made to maintain trust with the fandom, The B, and to preserve the group’s future and identity. The members prioritized confirming the direction of team activities before preparing for individual activities. The members stated, ″From the beginning, our hearts have not changed in that all nine of us must be together. Above all, we wanted to convey this intention first to the fans who have been waiting and worrying about THE BOYZ’s group activities.″ They added, ″While doing our best in our respective roles, we will do our utmost to continue the precious time we have built with the fans as THE BOYZ.″ They continued, ″We sincerely thank The B for their unwavering love and support. We will work hard to repay you with a good image, so please give us lots of encouragement.″ THE BOYZ’s upcoming team activities and comeback schedule will be announced sequentially.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group Lissene will appear as the first exclusive guest on MBC’s entertainment program ″The Manager.″ The five members of Lissene will reveal their changed daily lives and honest stories about the team following their resurgence syndrome in the episode airing on the 8th. Lissene stated that after sparking the ″Geoje Yaho~″ craze, they have been flooded with challenge requests on music shows, and the competition rate for pre-recording audience tickets has become more than ten times fiercer. They also reported receiving about 100 advertising inquiries and continuous offers to become various promotional ambassadors, feeling the reality of their popularity. The broadcast will also cover the reactions of family members who shared their unknown days and the story of how member Woni’s mother became a famous person. The members conveyed a cheerful atmosphere, with Woni, who took it upon herself to be the team’s ″celebrity sickness control squad,″ mentioning the changes in Minami and Liv. It is said that they made the studio burst into laughter by showcasing individual talents they had prepared. Earlier, in the episode aired on the 11th of last month, Woni’s visit to her hometown Geoje and her move into a new dormitory were revealed. After this broadcast, both Lissene and ″The Manager″ ranked first in buzzworthiness. Lissene is a five-member girl group that debuted in March 2024. In a recent video released on leader Woni’s YouTube channel ″Hello, this is Woni,″ Japanese member Minami attracted great attention by shouting ″Geoje Yaho″ with a ″gyaru″ concept. This led to the resurgence of ″LOVE ATTACK,″ released in August 2024, after about two years, and they achieved their first music show win since debut with the single ″Pretty Girl,″ released on the 8th of last month. ″The Manager″ airs every Saturday night at 11:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Young Tak’s official recording process for the song ″Hard Tteokbokki,″ created in collaboration with actor Ji Seung-hyun, will be revealed on KBS2’s ″New Release Pyeonstorang.″ In the recording studio, Ji Seung-hyun attracted attention by appearing in a three-piece suit despite the midsummer heatwave. This song, with lyrics written by Ji Seung-hyun and melody composed by Young Tak, was a project the two gathered to complete together. When Ji Seung-hyun first shared the lyrics, Young Tak immediately added a melody on the spot, prompting reactions like, ″Are they really going to release a new song?″ However, once the official recording began and Young Tak heard Ji Seung-hyun’s singing, Young Tak’s expression changed, and eventually, the recording was halted, creating tension on set. Broadcaster Boom, who witnessed this, said, ″I know well, but right now the expression is very serious,″ drawing attention to Young Tak’s reaction. The reason why Young Tak stopped the recording and whether Ji Seung-hyun completed the song will be revealed through the broadcast. Ji Seung-hyun and Young Tak have previously shared that they are senior and junior alumni from the same high school in Andong, Gyeongbuk. The recording scene of ″Hard Tteokbokki″ will be aired on Thursday the 6th at 8:30 PM on KBS2’s ″New Release Pyeonstorang.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ concluded its 7th episode on August 4th. Lim Young Woong and his friends captured viewers’ attention by enjoying an unplanned, pollution-free life in the mountain village. ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ ranked first in the daily Netflix ″Korea TOP Series″ variety show category immediately after its premiere, and its TV ratings (Nielsen Korea metropolitan area) reached a peak of 6.5% per minute. Nationwide household ratings were 4.7% for the first episode and 4.0% for the final episode. Encouraged by viewers’ responses after the first broadcast, the show was extended to a total of 7 episodes. The program featured Lim Young Woong’s friends Jo Jae-jaz, Hyun Bong-sik, Heo Kyung-hwan, Roy Kim, Kwak Beom, and Nucksal, showcasing various chemistry, and at the end, actors Cha Seung-won and Kim Do-hoon joined to enhance the mountain village life atmosphere. Producer Han Bi-in stated, ″The cast enjoyed it so much that they said on their way home, ’I wish I could stay one more day.’ This was because Hero Bachelor, the homeowner, took care of the guests comfortably even in places not captured by the camera.″ She also added, ″The staff are full of affection for this program, especially thanks to the loyal Lim Young Woong, who was with the staff for both the first and last broadcasts.″ At the end of the broadcast, Lim Young Woong was seen mentioning the next season. Following ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero,″ ″Whenever There’s a Chance,″ will be aired.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jungkook set a new record by surpassing 1.3 billion plays on YouTube Music with his solo debut song ″Seven.″ ″Seven″ is the first debut song by an Asian male artist to achieve 1.3 billion plays on YouTube Music. The song also recorded 3.03 billion streams on Spotify, the fastest and first among Asian artists, and its official music video on YouTube has exceeded 630 million views. Jungkook is the first K-pop solo artist to have five tracks with over 400 million plays on YouTube Music, including ″Seven,″ ″3D,″ ″Standing Next to You,″ ″Dreamers,″ and ″Left and Right.″ Additionally, he has eight tracks with over 100 million plays: ″Seven,″ ″3D,″ ″Standing Next to You,″ ″Still With You,″ ″Dreamers,″ ″Left and Right,″ ″Stay Alive,″ and ″Hate You.″ Jungkook’s YouTube Topic channel has 4.29 million subscribers, ranking first among K-pop solo artists, with 46 videos uploaded. The total views have surpassed 1.5 billion. As of 2025, Jungkook ranked first as the most searched male K-pop idol worldwide on YouTube, holding the top spot in this category for five consecutive years.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS V shared photos of his stage performances, workouts, and daily life in the United States through Instagram. On the 5th, V posted several photos on his Instagram with the caption, ″It’s quite quiet, you can cry, boohoo~.″ The released photos included scenes of stage performances, exercising during an overseas tour, and various moments from his daily life. In particular, the photos included an ID card photo issued for attending the halftime show of the North and Central America World Cup final. Additionally, there were ID photos with his hair down, a back view in a black sleeveless outfit, and pictures wearing a beanie and oversized knit. BTS is scheduled to continue the ’Arirang World Tour’ on August 5th and 6th at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWS is carrying out various promotional activities to celebrate the release of their second single, ″SODA SODA,″ in Japan. According to Pledis Entertainment, TWS (Shin Yu, Dohun, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon, Kyungmin) is conducting the ″TWS Shibuya Stamp Rally″ until the 9th, where fans can collect stamps by visiting designated locations such as themed spaces and collaboration stores around the Shibuya area in Tokyo. Fans can experience the music and content offline. At the large shopping mall MODI in Shibuya, a themed space recreating the ″Soda House″ from the title track’s music video and a photo booth featuring the members are currently open. Additionally, large outdoor advertisements of TWS have been installed on the digital billboards at Shibuya Scramble Crossing and the exterior of the commercial facility Shibuya 109. Inside the mall, various interactive elements such as a special photo zone and collaboration menu are available. Around the release date of the new album on the 4th, TWS continued to meet with fans. On the 3rd, they held a listening party in collaboration with the global audio and music streaming platform Spotify, and on the release day, they held a public event introducing their second single at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza. About 10,000 attendees gathered on-site, singing along to the chorus of the new song ″SODA SODA,″ enhancing the atmosphere. The new single ″SODA SODA″ sold 161,253 copies on its first day according to Oricon’s tally, ranking first on the Daily Single Ranking. As of the 5th, the title track ranked first in the Dance category on Japan iTunes and Apple Music’s Top Songs charts, and all the included tracks entered the same charts. The music video ranked second on Japan Line Music’s ″Music Video Top 100″ (August 4) and third on Korea YouTube’s ″Daily Popular Music Videos″ (August 3). TWS will appear on Fuji TV’s music program ″STAR″ on the 6th and perform at the ″Mezamashi WANGAN Festival″ on the 7th. They will then continue their Asia tour ″24/7:FOR:YOU″ with performances at ″Summer Sonic 2026″ on the 14th and 16th, followed by shows in Fukuoka from the 28th to 30th, Hyogo from September 4th to 6th, and Kanagawa on the 12th and 13th.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won revealed their connections in the entertainment industry on KBS 2TV’s ″New Product Launch Pyeonstorang.″ In the episode of ″Pyeonstorang″ airing on August 6, Lee Chan-won makes a comeback and prepares a special party. On that day, a scene is shown where Lee Chan-won learns cooking secrets and recipes from Chef Yoon Nara of ″Brewing Alcohol Yoon Jumo,″ who ranked in the TOP 5 of Netflix’s ″Black and White Chef 2.″ Lee Chan-won revealed that there is a special person they want to serve a rare dish to and moved to the event location. Later, singer and actor Lee Jinhyuk appeared as Lee Chan-won’s assistant. Lee Chan-won said, ″Since this is a special occasion, I think I should invite many guests,″ and decided to contact friends directly on site. Starting with actor Bae Inhyuk, he called stars from various fields, including violinist Danny Gu. A member of South Korea’s top girl group was also announced as a special guest. The broadcast will air at 8:30 PM on the 6th.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group RIIZE members Seongchan and Eunseok will serve as the first pitch and first bat, respectively, at the LG Twins vs. KIA Tigers game held on August 8 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Songpa-gu, Seoul. According to Seoul LG Twins, Seongchan will be the ceremonial first pitch thrower wishing for victory, and Eunseok will be the ceremonial first batter. The two have also prepared a special performance after the game. Seongchan and Eunseok said, ″We are honored to be the first pitch and first bat on the field where a great game will unfold. We will cheer hard for the LG Twins to win.″ They added, ″We have also prepared our best performance after the game, so please look forward to it.″ RIIZE debuted in 2023 with the single ″Get A Guitar″ and released their second mini-album ″II″ last June, featuring a total of six songs including the title track ″Do your dance.″ On September 12 and 13, they will hold a 3rd anniversary fan meeting, ″Ch. RIIZE : ON AIR,″ at Inspire Arena in Incheon. Meanwhile, on the 7th, Jeong Hayeon and Mayu of tripleS will serve as the first pitch and first bat, respectively. tripleS is known as the LG Twins’ victory charm, having recorded a perfect 4-0 win record in home games where members served as first pitch and first bat, starting with Kim Yooyeon and Kim Chaeyeon in 2025, and including Kim Chaeyeon, Lee Jiwoo, Jeong Hayeon, Park Sohyun, and Nien this season. Hayeon said, ″When I came as the first batter for the LG Twins last time, I became a victory charm, and I hoped to come again as the first pitch. I am so happy to be called again like this.″ Mayu said, ″I used to play baseball often when I was young, and I am happy to make good memories with baseball again after a long time. I will always support the LG Twins.″ Actor Kim Jaewon will serve as the first pitch on the 9th. Kim Jaewon debuted in 2021 with the web drama ″Back Romance″ and has appeared in dramas such as ″King the Land,″ ″Okssi’s Wife,″ and ″Yumi’s Cells Season 3.″ Kim Jaewon said, ″I am truly honored to throw the first pitch for the LG Twins again this year. I will throw the pitch filled with the energy of victory.″ He added, ″I sincerely hope the LG Twins can win the championship this season as well.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong is preparing for the ’IM HERO THE STADIUM 2’ concert at Goyang Stadium in September, while the Lim Young Woong dance club, composed of fans, is organizing a large-scale flash mob. About 100 Hero Era fans will participate in this flash mob, which is scheduled to take place at 3:30 PM on the day of the performance. The exact location will be announced later, and the participants have been practicing since spring. The Lim Young Woong dance club started its activities with the intention that ″all Lim Young Woong concerts become a festival enjoyed by all the audience.″ After debuting their first flash mob at the ’IM HERO THE STADIUM’ concert held at Sangam World Cup Stadium in 2024, they continued their activities at the Gocheok Recital Concert and nationwide venues including Incheon, Daegu, Seoul, Gwangju, Daejeon, and Gocheok in 2025 and 2026. A representative of the dance club said, ″If the 2024 Sangam concert was prepared with the feeling of going on a spring picnic, this Goyang Stadium concert has been practiced for months with the heart of preparing a mass game for an autumn sports day in childhood,″ adding, ″We are doing our best to present the best festival created together with the fans.″ The Lim Young Woong dance club stated, ″We want to create a festival everyone can enjoy together once again at Goyang Stadium,″ and ″We hope many Hero Era fans and audience members will participate to create a meaningful time united through song and dance.″ The ’IM HERO THE STADIUM 2’ concert will be held for three days from September 4 to 6.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On the 5th (local time), Yeonjun took the stage at the ABC ’Good Morning America’ hosted ’Summer Concert Series’ held in Central Park, New York, marking the start of his solo activities in the U.S. That day, Yeonjun opened with ″Vanilla,″ a track from his mini-album 2 ’NO LABELS: PART 02,’ showcasing a free groove and delicate expressiveness. He then performed a variety of stages including the title track ″Ice Cream,″ ″Talk to You,″ and his first solo mixtape ″GGUM.″ Despite the challenging choreography, he demonstrated unwavering vocal skills and stage manners, leading the audience in sing-alongs. Fans flocked to Central Park from early dawn, turning the area into a sea of people. The audience chanted Yeonjun’s name with anticipation even before the stage began and responded passionately by singing along during the performance. Yeonjun left a strong impression by connecting with the audience during his first outdoor performance in the U.S. On this stage, Yeonjun attracted attention by appearing in a custom outfit specially made by luxury brand Miu Miu, marking the first time a Korean male artist has worn such a piece. Following BTS Jungkook in 2023, Yeonjun became the second Korean solo artist to perform on the ’Summer Concert Series’ stage, proving his unique status. Immediately after the performance, Yeonjun expressed through his agency Big Hit Music, ″I was happy to perform feeling the heat from the audience filling Central Park. I will use the passionate energy I received today as nourishment to show even better activities in the future.″ Afterward, Yeonjun conducted an interview and performance on the public radio show ’SiriusXM K-pop Present Yeonjun.’ On the 6th, he was invited as the first Korean singer to perform at the outdoor concert ’Z100 Summer Bash presented by Wells Fargo’ hosted by radio station Z100, and on the 12th, he will hold a solo performance at the special live event ’Billboard: One Night Only’ hosted by Billboard. On the 13th, he is scheduled to pitch and perform at the LA Dodgers’ ’Korean Heritage Night.’]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Martin, a member of CORTIS, appeared on the MBC variety show ″Radio Star″ aired on August 5th and shared various stories. On the broadcast, Martin, a member of CORTIS who is gaining great popularity among 5th generation idols, revealed that they achieved 100 million views within 34 days of debut and their second album reached 100 million streams in 15 days. Martin disclosed his age by saying, ″I was born in 2008,″ and mentioned that this was his first appearance on a terrestrial variety show. He said, ″This is the first time I’m appearing without the other members. The one who speaks relatively well suggested that I go.″ Regarding the phrase ″Youngkkk″ popularized by CORTIS, Martin explained that during their debut showcase, when a reporter asked, he answered ″Young Creator Crew,″ which later got shortened to ″Youngkkk.″ He added, ″At the showcase, a reporter asked us to explain about ourselves, so I said ’Young Creator Crew.’ The reporters then abbreviated it to ’Youngkkk’.″ He also clarified that the term ″Oldkkk″ was not created by CORTIS. Choi Won-young, Lee Tae-ran, and Ba-da revealed they are fans of Martin and welcomed him warmly. Lee Tae-ran enjoyed a fun time dancing the ″Youngkkk Challenge″ with Martin, and Ba-da said, ″Martin is the most handsome.″ About his role in the team, Martin explained, ″Actually, our team doesn’t have specific roles. All the members compose and write lyrics. We usually brainstorm together.″ He mentioned that there are many disagreements and fights. Martin said, ″We work as a team, but sometimes we work individually,″ and revealed that he participated in composing songs such as Aileat’s ″Magnetic″ and Tomorrow X Together (TXT)’s ″Déjà Vu.″ He also mentioned his involvement in Enhypen and LE SSERAFIM songs. Regarding copyright distribution, Martin said, ″Since it’s business, each person’s credits are clearly secured. Sometimes we look out for each other. We have to be objective.″ He explained that when five people work on lyrics together, even words like particles can cause differing opinions. For example, if ″Because it’s so funny″ is replaced with ″Because it’s so funny,″ the member who suggested the syllable ″thing″ gets a share. He added that this is not always the case. Martin disclosed his share in his song ″REDRED,″ saying, ″I participated a lot in the melody line and wrote the entire first verse (intro).″ He also specifically explained that ″Dogani″ has shares belonging to Geonho, ″Palang-gwi″ to Seonghyeon, ″Gungdengi″ to Juhun or Seonghyeon, and ″Neomeoga Ultari″ belongs to him. Martin expressed envy of Eom Seonghyeon and Ahn Geonho’s popularity and conveyed his determination, saying, ″I want to bring the Martin boom.″]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ZEROBASEONE revealed the Chonkangsu episodes through their official YouTube channel. In the ’ZBTVing’ Chonkangsu episodes released on the 29th of last month and the 5th of this month, ZEROBASEONE was shown spending a quiet time at their grandmother’s house, leaving the city for summer vacation. The members recalled their childhood while playing in the valley, wore group T-shirts with each of their nicknames, and showcased the chemistry of the five siblings. They also enjoyed the fun of Chonkangsu by shopping for groceries, making a fire, and cooking samgyeopsal and chapaguri. After the meal, they reflected on the day with a picture diary and talked about their similarities, demonstrating their teamwork. Various games were also held. The members showed their entertainment skills in guessing characters and initial consonant quizzes, and Kim Taerae and Seong Hanbin performed an impromptu acoustic guitar session at their grandmother’s house. ZEROBASEONE promoted their first album as a five-member group in the first half of the year, ’Ascend-’. This album ranked number one on the weekly Oricon chart for Western music albums in Japan, as well as number one on Japan iTunes overall album chart, K-POP, and POP album charts. Celebrating their third debut anniversary, ZEROBASEONE is set to release their second Japanese EP, ’回帰LOVE (Return Love)’, on the 19th and make a comeback locally. They plan to meet fans through their self-produced content ’ZBTVing’, which captures their natural moments offstage, and their new album activities.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group &TEAM (Eui-joo, Huma, K, Nicholas, Yuma, Jo, Harua, Taki, Maki) released the trailer for their second Korean mini-album ’Mark on Me’ titled ’The First Mark’ on August 5 at 6 PM via the HYBE LABELS YouTube channel. &TEAM is set to make a comeback on September 8. The trailer video depicts boys who have trapped themselves inside a massive block of ice due to long-standing wounds, meeting ’you’ who embraces even those scars, and regaining their freedom. The video begins with member Eui-joo’s Korean narration, ″Everyone thought it was a wound and hid it,″ followed by a confession, ″You were the first to read my wound,″ interspersed with hands gently touching scars. The voices of the nine members continue in four languages, including Korean and Japanese, enhancing immersion. The turning point of the story is the moment the ice melts; as the members breathe on and embrace each other, the solid ice gradually breaks down. Then, swimming through the water-filled space expresses the liberation from the shackles of wounds. The scene where a beautiful ’Mark’ appears where the scar once was metaphorically signifies that the wound has not disappeared but has gained new meaning through meeting ’you’ who read it as a special pattern. The members delicately portrayed the boys’ transformation with restrained acting, showing anxious, trembling eyes, expressions that lower their guard at the touch of another, and graceful movements after being freed from the ice. This trailer connects to the prologue video ’The Wolf Who Loved Red,’ released on August 2. While the prologue depicted the story of a wolf tamed by love in a fairy-tale style, the trailer deals with the reason the wolf opened its heart. The connection between the two videos foreshadows the expansion of &TEAM’s unique ’Wolf DNA’ universe. Ahead of their comeback on September 8, &TEAM sequentially released the prologue video on August 2, the trailer teaser on the 4th, and the trailer on the 5th. Following this, they plan to release the trailer photo on the 7th, the ’TAME ME’ version image mood teaser on the 10th, concept photos on the 11th and 12th, a mood video on the 13th, a track spoiler on the 19th, and the ’CRAVE YOU’ version image mood teaser and concept photo on the 23rd and 24th, respectively. A track sampler is scheduled for August 31, the tracklist on September 1, and a highlight medley on September 2.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seventeen Dino will appear as his sub-character Pi Cheol-in on various music shows and entertainment programs. On the 6th, Dino will showcase the stage for the title track ″Let’s have some fun (prod. Hitchhiker)″ from Pi Cheol-in’s first mini album ″吉BOARD″ for the first time on Mnet’s ″M Countdown,″ and will also reveal the stage for the track ″There is no breakup without pain (narr. Lee Moon-sae),″ featuring narration by Lee Moon-sae. Then, on the 9th, he is scheduled to perform at the ″SBS Gayo Daejeon SUMMER″ held at KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. Following music broadcasts, he plans to present songs and performances from Pi Cheol-in’s album on large concert stages as well. His appearances on entertainment shows will continue. Dino will appear consecutively on the web variety shows ″Jipdaeseong″ and ″Matchundakani″ on the 7th, and the Coupang Play show ″Bonjour Bakery,″ in which he previously participated as a guest, was broadcast on KBS2 on the 5th. The title track ″Let’s have some fun (prod. Hitchhiker)″ is a song that combines EDM trap sounds with the emotional excitement of Korean traditional music, and a dance challenge using movements that shake the legs to the rhythm is being released online. The music and album have also shown success on overseas charts. ″Let’s have some fun (prod. Hitchhiker)″ ranked number one on the iTunes ″Top Song″ charts in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Peru, and entered the charts in 12 countries and regions. The mini album ″吉BOARD,″ released on the 3rd, ranked first on the Hanteo Chart daily album chart, second in the EP category of the digital bestseller albums on China’s QQ Music, and third on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking chart for August 4 in Japan. The concert schedule has also been confirmed. Dino will hold ″2026 Dino X Pi Cheol-in -吉BOARD SHOW-″ from the 21st to the 23rd at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in Songpa-gu, Seoul. All seats for the fan club membership pre-sale day were sold out, and an online live streaming will also be available.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Cortis member Martin appeared on a terrestrial variety show for the first time since his debut, showcasing various charms. Martin appeared on MBC’s ’Radio Star’ on the special episode titled ’Between Fᅢshion and Pᅢshion, I am so hip~’ on the 5th, revealing his natural talk skills and sense of entertainment. He caught attention by greeting with a 90-degree bow and saying, ″It’s time to start the ’Martin Boom.’″ Martin also displayed his fashion sense, which has been noted before, on the show. He had a conversation with actor Choi Won-young about vintage fashion, swapped their remodeled clothes, and held an impromptu fashion show. Additionally, he made MC Yoo Se-yoon laugh by demonstrating the ’sagging fashion’ of wearing pants low. Recalling his experience attending the Paris Men’s Fashion Week in France last July, Martin said, ″I liked that the clothes fit perfectly.″ He showed off his dance skills by performing the intro track ″Go!″ from his debut album and the title track ″Red Red″ from his second mini-album challenge stage. Contrary to his charismatic stage presence, Martin showed a new vocal tone by singing Jannabi’s ″For Hesitant Lovers″ in a straightforward manner. This was a different side from the intense performances he recently showed on tour stages and at the American music festival ’Lollapalooza Chicago.’ The broadcast also mentioned Cortis’s song production method. Martin explained about producing ″Red Red,″ saying, ″I mainly participated in working on the melody line and wrote the entire first verse lyrics,″ adding, ″The five members put their heads together and create as if one person is working on it.″ Cortis started their North American tour, ″2026 Cortis Tour ’Put Your Phone Down’ in North America,″ on the 4th (local time) in Toronto, Canada. The tour continues until the 16th in six North American cities including New York and San Francisco. Then, from the 22nd to the 23rd, they plan to hold a Seoul concert ″Birthday Party″ at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium to celebrate their first anniversary since debut.]]> FANNSTAR Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Heechul mentioned the ″number one girl group fight rumor″ related to Sistar, showcasing his unique cheerful wit. On the April 4th broadcast of JTBC variety show ″Love War,″ Soyou appeared as a special diplomat and discussed various love stories with Lee Hyori, Seo Janghoon, and Kim Heechul. The cast talked about their dating tendencies based on MBTI. Soyou’s MBTI was revealed as INTJ, with an explanation that she is a ″calm type who values her own goals more than her partner and has less emotional fluctuation.″ When the cast said Soyou’s dating style might feel somewhat frustrating from the partner’s perspective, Soyou shared her dating experience, saying, ″I’m not someone who gets angry often. I’ve never had a big fight with my boyfriend.″ Regarding breakups, she added, ″I always endure at least three times″ and ″I’m not good at saying ’let’s break up.’″ Lee Hyori said, ″That’s surprising. I thought Soyou would say everything she wants and fight. I thought she’d be similar to me.″ Seo Janghoon also expressed surprise at Soyou’s actual personality, saying, ″She seemed like a little Lee Hyori.″ Afterward, Kim Heechul said, ″This is a famous story. The number one girl group fight in our country is said to be Sistar. Bora from Speed and Soyou from One Punch,″ which embarrassed Soyou. Soyou responded, ″Don’t spread rumors like that. There’s no Soyou from One Punch.″ Kim Heechul continued joking, ″That’s why they don’t fight with each other.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hanyura shared the news of her return to Korea from Hawaii. On the 4th, Hanyura posted several photos on her personal channel along with the caption, ″I am spending a happy summer in Korea, but honestly, I am insanely excited to experience the Korean autumn for the first time in five years once this summer ends.″ The released photos included the back view of her sleeping daughter, a moving scene with stacked boxes, a birthday celebrated in Korea, and a welcome cake with the phrase ″Yura is back.″ It was previously revealed that Hanyura had been living in Hawaii with her two daughters since 2021. It is reported that she started living in Hawaii upon Jung Hyung-don’s recommendation, and Jung Hyung-don frequently visited Hawaii while living in Korea. Through Hanyura’s YouTube channel, scenes of Jung Hyung-don meeting with the family were also shared. Jung Hyung-don spent time with his family, including personally obtaining signed CDs for his daughters who like K-pop. Jung Hyung-don and Hanyura married in 2009 and had twin daughters in 2012. Hanyura worked as a model and actress before becoming a broadcast writer, and it is known that she met Jung Hyung-don through the program she was in charge of.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Jennie expressed confidence by embracing her body as it is in an interview with Cosmopolitan. Cosmopolitan released Jennie’s cover photo and interview on the 3rd. In the interview, Jennie revealed that the past year had been very busy, saying, ″I never had a moment to sit still, adapt to the changes, and fully accept what ’Ruby’ has brought me.″ She also shared her thoughts about her body. Jennie said, ″I am becoming friends with my body,″ and opened up about feeling pressured to appear bigger early in her career due to her small frame. She added, ″Now, I love my body as it is and am learning which styles suit my figure best. I have become more confident in myself than before.″ She also mentioned her relationship with the Black Pink members. Jennie said, ″I grew up with the members,″ and that they shared both difficult and good moments together. She expressed gratitude that even now, as each walks their own path, they can rely on each other. Jennie debuted with Black Pink in 2016 and released various songs such as ″Whistle,″ ″Playing with Fire,″ ″DDU-DU DDU-DU,″ ″Shut Down,″ and ″Run.″ She began her solo career in 2018 with ″Solo,″ released her first full-length album ″Ruby″ last year, and introduced ″Less Dance a Lover″ last month.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Sandara Park revealed photos of herself in a bikini on her SNS. On the 4th, Sandara Park shared several photos enjoying her vacation with the caption ″Summer.″ In the photos, Sandara Park wore a blue-toned bikini and appeared to be spending a relaxing time at a resort. Recently, Sandara Park disclosed that her weight is between 37 and 38 kg. Fans responded to the post with comments such as ″She looks like a sculpture″ and ″She looks like a vampire goddess.″ Meanwhile, Sandara Park plans to strengthen her activities in Southeast Asia in collaboration with Power Entertainment. Power Entertainment announced that it will invest in Sandara Park’s label ARADNAS to comprehensively support her expansion into Southeast Asia and establish a long-term foundation for her activities. They also plan to leverage local networks to promote various projects such as concerts, festivals, and fan events, aiming to enhance Sandara Park’s global activities as a solo artist.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Key of SHINee recently revealed his new look with black hair and shared his daily life at a luxury house overlooking the Han River through social media. On the 4th, Key posted several photos and videos on his SNS with the caption ″Kim’s Family Summer.″ The shared posts showed him spending a relaxing time with his pet dogs, Comme des Garçons and Garçon. The photos revealed a spacious lawn garden and a panoramic view of the Han River. This house was previously featured on MBC’s ″I Live Alone″ and is known to be leased under a jeonse contract worth 3.8 billion KRW in deposit. Key was involved in a controversy last year and withdrew from some programs. He resumed activities with the SHINee concert in May and released his sixth mini-album, ″Atmos,″ last month. Additionally, on the 1st and 2nd of this month, he posted photos of himself, showing ongoing communication with his fans.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Korean-Vietnamese co-production film ″Mẹ Ơi, Về Nhà (Mom, Come Home, Here I Am),″ starring Lee Yi-kyung, recorded a lower-than-expected audience turnout after its release in Vietnam. The film was released in Vietnam on the 10th of last month and was directed by Yoon Byung-ki. The cast includes Lee Yi-kyung, Hoang Nguyen Chi Bi, Choi Daniel, and Minh Ha. The runtime of the movie is 98 minutes. Lee Yi-kyung played the role of Hue Hoang, who was abandoned in Korea as a child and raised by his Vietnamese adoptive mother, Diem Hai. After his adoptive mother passes away, Hue Hoang returns to Vietnam carrying her ashes to find her hometown and fulfill her last wish. During this journey, he meets Diem Mi (played by Hoang Nguyen Chi Bi), a singer making a living in Vietnam, and Choi Daniel appears as Park Ha, Hue Hoang’s friend. Lee Yi-kyung shed his comedic image shown in the film ″645″ and challenged himself with a serious role portraying a character filled with the loss and loneliness of losing his mother. Local media praised Lee Yi-kyung’s performance for effectively expressing the gloomy and lonely Hue Hoang, breaking away from his previous comedic actor image. He actively participated in promotional activities as well. On the 6th of last month, Lee Yi-kyung attended the film’s unveiling event held in Ho Chi Minh City, shaking hands, hugging, and taking photos with the audience. At the end of the event, he knelt before the audience to express his gratitude, and local media reported that the audience responded with prolonged applause. However, the film did not achieve the expected results at the box office after its release. On the fifth day of its release, the 15th of last month, local media reported that amid foreign films dominating theaters, ″Mẹ Ơi, Về Nhà″ remained within the top 10 daily rankings. Although Lee Yi-kyung had gained recognition in Vietnam through the film ″645″ and the drama ″Marry Me, My Husband,″ his popularity did not translate into box office success. Locally, the lack of completion in the story was pointed out as the cause of the film’s poor performance rather than the actor’s performance. Meanwhile, Lee Yi-kyung was embroiled in controversy last year due to a privacy claim made by a woman. His agency classified the claim as false information and malicious rumors and proceeded with legal action against the author and distributors. Additionally, in May, it was revealed that he underwent an irregular tax audit by the National Tax Service during the operation of his one-person corporation and received a tax reassessment notice. The agency stated that the issue arose from differences in tax law interpretation regarding expense processing standards and denied any intentional income omission or fraudulent tax evasion.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Yoo Yeon-seok received a dismissal decision in the tax appeal case he filed against the National Tax Service. According to a report by Edaily on the 4th, the Tax Tribunal recently dismissed the tax appeal filed by Yoo Yeon-seok against the National Tax Service. Yoo Yeon-seok had been operating through his one-person agency, Forever Entertainment, but the National Tax Service determined that the entity did not substantially support entertainment activities and imposed taxes amounting to around 6 billion won last spring. After a pre-assessment review, the final tax amount was adjusted to about 3 billion won, which Yoo Yeon-seok paid before filing the tax appeal. A representative of Yoo Yeon-seok’s agency, King Kong by Starship, stated to TV Daily on the 5th, ″This matter arises from differences in interpretation and application of tax law, and the related procedures are not yet fully completed.″ They also added, ″The company is carefully reviewing the facts and legal issues, and will respond sincerely according to the procedures prescribed by relevant laws as necessary.″ They emphasized that actor Yoo Yeon-seok has faithfully fulfilled his tax obligations so far and will continue to approach the related procedures with a responsible attitude.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On SBS’s ″Same Bed, Different Dreams Season 2 - You Are My Destiny,″ the couple Ye Esther and Hong Hye-gul are shown engaging in a property division dispute after 33 years of marriage. During the broadcast, Ye Esther initiated the discussion by mentioning the inheritance ratio and specific contents of the will she plans to leave to her husband Hong Hye-gul, to which Hong Hye-gul responded, ″Do you think I would blink an eye over something like that?″ Also appearing on the show are Ham Ik-byeong and his wife, longtime close friends of Ye Esther and Hong Hye-gul for 26 years. Director Ham Ik-byeong is a pioneer in skin beauty treatments who first introduced ″laser treatment″ in Korea, and recently revealed in a media interview that he has assets worth about 10 billion won. When Ye Esther and her husband pressed Ham Ik-byeong about his assets, he personally disclosed the truth behind the ″10 billion won asset story.″ It was also revealed that Ham Ik-byeong provided crucial help before Ye Esther officially started her business. Ham Ik-byeong’s wife, Kang Mi-hyeong, expressed her long-standing grievances accumulated over 26 years, saying, ″We were servants.″ Kang Mi-hyeong lamented that while Ye Esther and her husband were treated like a prince and princess during past joint trips, they were treated like handmaidens, expressing her frustration. An anecdote was also shared about Ham Ik-byeong carrying Ye Esther on his back instead of Hong Hye-gul. Ye Esther appeared in the studio and expressed her ambition to shed the title of ″Nation’s Depressed Woman″ and rise as the ″Nation’s Happy Woman.″ SBS’s ″Same Bed, Different Dreams Season 2 - You Are My Destiny″ will air on the 4th at 10:40 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On the SBS variety show ″Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny,″ the couple Ye Esther and Hong Hye-gul mentioned Ham Ik-byeong’s wealth. In that episode, the couple Hong Hye-gul and Ye Esther, married for 33 years, met with dermatologist Ham Ik-byeong and his spouse. Ye Esther introduced them as neighbors living in the same apartment and said, ″Thanks to the 50 million won loan from Dr. Ham Ik-byeong 26 years ago, I was able to start my business and now live comfortably.″ Ye Esther mentioned that recently there has been a buzz about Ham Ik-byeong’s assets being worth 10 billion won, saying, ″The hot topic these days is that Dr. Ham Ik-byeong’s assets are 10 billion won. There are various opinions about it.″ In response, Hong Hye-gul speculated that Ham Ik-byeong’s assets might be over 10 billion won, saying, ″Just the building in Gangnam alone...″ Ye Esther also expressed doubt, saying, ″Could it be only 10 billion won?″ Ham Ik-byeong previously appeared on a YouTube channel and, when asked about the scale of his assets, replied, ″If you add up the apartments and so on, it would be about 10 billion won.″ On this broadcast, he shared his thoughts, saying, ″The number 10 billion has a meaning. It means being very wealthy. Honestly, whether it’s 10 billion or 100 billion, it doesn’t matter. With about 10 billion, you don’t have to check the bill when you eat three meals a day.″ When asked, ″Don’t you get annoyed when you lose money?″ he said, ″It’s just losing a part. That doesn’t change the quality of my life.″ ″Same Bed, Different Dreams 2″ airs every Monday at 10:40 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seungkwan of the group Seventeen recently shared updates through his personal SNS, engaging with fans. Seungkwan attracted attention by posting a photo of himself wearing a black shirt, standing in front of a microphone in a recording studio, showing his focused expression. The image of him singing in a studio with soundproof walls and headphones in the background revealed his musical passion. Additionally, Seungkwan shared a relaxed moment at a restaurant with his pet dog. His smile while holding his beloved pet in a comfortable space showed that he enjoys small happiness even amid a busy daily life. Recently, Seungkwan addressed a rumor circulating online about a 600,000 won prepaid meal at a barbecue restaurant, clarifying that it was not true and showing sincerity in communicating with fans. Through a live broadcast, he clearly stated that the matter was unrelated to him and drew a line against false information. Meanwhile, Seungkwan is gaining attention within Seventeen for his outstanding musical sensibility and stage manners. He recently successfully completed a live tour in five cities with Dokyeom, continuing to meet fans. He is expected to remain active through various music activities and broadcasts in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWICE Sana is expanding her range of activities by challenging herself with acting for the first time in 11 years since her debut. Recently, Sana took on the role of the female lead ″Nao″ in a work alongside Japanese actor Sato Takeru, showcasing her unique pure and lovable charm. This is drawing great attention as Sana’s acting debut. Meanwhile, Sana actively communicates with fans by sharing updates on SNS. Recently, she posted a photo with the caption ″I want to go out🌿🤍,″ featuring a stylish outfit pairing a yellow striped shirt with a white skirt, posing with a bag in an indoor space with windows. Wearing a scarf on her head, she creates a fresh atmosphere, showing a calm yet bright charm. TWICE, to which Sana belongs, is currently on a world tour, receiving unwavering love from their global fandom. Fans are focusing their attention on Sana’s future path, expecting her to be active not only in her singing career but also in acting.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Joy has recently been maintaining special communication with fans through her fan concert venue and her own SNS. Joy expressed her gratitude to fans by sharing various photos taken at the recent fan concert on her official SNS. In the released photos, Joy showcased a variety of charms, from taking selfies wearing a white short-sleeve T-shirt and a black skirt to captivating scenes in a black transparent outfit against a solid black background. Especially regarding the outfit she wore for the encore stage on the last day, she described it as ″cute″ and revealed it as her favorite outfit, showing warm rapport with her fans. Joy described the atmosphere at the fan concert venue as ″very, very enjoyable and happy,″ expressing her affection for fans by saying, ″There are also many beautiful photos taken by Loveys.″ She also attracted fans’ attention by sharing that although taking photos was more difficult than expected, she was able to finish quickly with the help of sister Areum. Recently, Joy has been actively promoting as a full member of the group Red Velvet. Ahead of the release of the mini-album for the new song ″Velvet Summer,″ she is raising expectations among domestic and international fans by showcasing various stages and visuals. In particular, she has been receiving praise from music fans for her powerful performances and delicate expressiveness on stage. Meanwhile, Joy consistently communicates by sharing her daily life and behind-the-scenes moments through SNS. The recent release of fan concert photos is also regarded as a sincere effort to get closer to her fans. Music fans continue to show interest in Joy’s diverse activities going forward.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT 127’s Jaehyun and Johnny had a special meeting with Hollywood actors Matt Damon and Charlize Theron. The two met with Matt Damon and Charlize Theron, who visited Korea to promote the movie Odyssey, at a Fastpaper interview session and had an in-depth conversation about the film. This meeting was conducted in a way that Jaehyun and Johnny, having watched Odyssey beforehand, directly asked questions about parts they were curious about and scenes that left a strong impression. Matt Damon and Charlize Theron also shared stories related to the film and behind-the-scenes production details, exchanging their thoughts. The diverse conversations among the four will be revealed in detail through the upcoming Fastpaper interview. The movie Odyssey officially premiered on August 5 and is now meeting audiences. This meeting is being recognized as a meaningful moment where NCT members engage with global cultural content.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The world tour that Lee Hi and 808 HI RECORDINGS were scheduled to embark on has been completely canceled four days before the performances. Lee Hi’s agency, 808 HI RECORDINGS, announced on August 2 that they received notification from the tour organizer, KINO WHITE TOURING KOREA INC., regarding the cancellation of all city performances of the ″LEEHI & 808 HI RECORDINGS WORLD TOUR 2026″ and the commencement of ticket refund procedures. The agency explained that the cancellation was not due to any decision or fault on the artist’s side. They stated that despite extending the payment deadline several times and requesting the fulfillment of contractual obligations to proceed with the performances, the organizer canceled the tour without completing payment and preparations. Accordingly, the agency announced plans to take legal action. Lee Hi had planned a tour covering a total of 10 cities, starting in Singapore on August 8, followed by Jakarta, Manila, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Taiwan, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Auckland. The tour, featuring performances by Lee Hi and 808 HI RECORDINGS, had raised fans’ expectations but was canceled due to conflicts with the organizer. Information regarding ticket refunds will be provided through each point of sale. Meanwhile, earlier this year, Lee Hi and Dok2 established 808 HI RECORDINGS together and publicly revealed that they have been in a relationship for five years. Dok2 acknowledged their relationship by posting a photo with Lee Hi on his social media, and Lee Hi also confirmed it through her social media accounts.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 It has been confirmed that Youngja and Youngchul, cast members of the 28th season of ″I Am Solo,″ have broken up. The two met through the ENA·SBS Plus variety show ″I Am Solo″ 28th season divorced special and held their wedding in January. On the 31st of last month, Youngja announced the breakup herself through her SNS, stating, ″I have ended the relationship with the other person.″ She explained, ″We had not registered our marriage, and during our time together, we each bore our own living and financial expenses, so there are no assets or financial matters to settle separately.″ She also added, ″All personal arrangements and the exchange of belongings following the end of the relationship have been completed.″ Afterward, Youngja deleted all couple-related posts, including photos with Youngchul, wedding, and wedding shoot pictures, and unfollowed Youngchul’s SNS account. As of the 4th, Youngchul also deleted all photos and posts with Youngja from his SNS and unfollowed her account, completing the process of ending their relationship. In the past, the two had shared daily life and dating photos together on SNS. Youngchul once wrote, ″My wife came down to Daejeon and is at home. Although not often, we had dinner outside to get some fresh air. If this happiness is to last forever, I have to do well. I love my wife.″ Youngja also shared updates on her changed daily life by posting about spending time alone on SNS. About a month after their wedding, they appeared on tvN STORY’s ″Lee Hoseon Counseling Center,″ where they spoke about the missed miscarriage they experienced last fall and the breakup notice. Youngchul revealed, ″When I was dating Youngja, I suddenly heard the news of pregnancy. I was happy but couldn’t easily express my feelings, worried it might be a burden. I said, ’I’m very happy, but I will respect your thoughts and decisions.’″ Youngja confessed, ″It would have been fine if it had been like that from the start. If he had sincerely liked me and given me assurance, it would have been okay. I had anxiety that if I decided to have the child, I might have to raise the child alone, so I gave notice of breakup.″ Ultimately, both parties have officially confirmed their breakup by removing traces of each other from their SNS accounts.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Karina recently shared photos capturing her attendance at a performance and moments from her daily life on her SNS. On the 3rd, Karina posted several photos to communicate with her fans. The released photos show Karina enjoying the performance while eating pizza in the audience seats of an outdoor overseas venue, and savoring the festival wearing a pure white dress. In particular, she showcased both healthy beauty and innocent charm with a backless dress design, natural hairstyle, and simple makeup. In a photo wearing a yellow raincoat, she also displayed a cute atmosphere. Karina attracted attention by enjoying the performance in the audience seats, getting wet in the rain without caring about the surrounding gazes. There were also comments highlighting her healthy figure, including a slim waistline and back muscles. Meanwhile, aespa, to which Karina belongs, performed a total of 14 songs on the Allianz Stage at ’Lollapalooza Chicago’ held at Grant Park in Chicago, USA, on the 2nd. On the 3rd, they also performed representative songs such as ″Black Mamba,″ ″Supermova,″ ″Next Level,″ and ″LEMONADE″ in festival versions on the Allianz Stage. aespa will start a world tour visiting 25 locations from the 7th, with the first performance scheduled to be held at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) held their first solo concert in Japan, selling out all seats. According to BigHit Music, CORTIS’s first tour, ’2026 CORTIS TOUR ’PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN’ IN JAPAN,’ took place from September 4 to 6 at Pia Arena MM in Kanagawa, Japan, with high competition for both membership lottery and general ticket sales. All designated seats, restricted view seats, and the additionally opened standing seats sold out quickly. With this, CORTIS sold out all tickets for their first solo tour, consisting of 14 performances in 9 cities. CORTIS also quickly sold out tickets during the membership pre-sale phase for their opening concerts held on July 18-19 at Inspire Arena in Incheon and for the upcoming North American and Seoul concerts scheduled for August. Starting their North American tour on the 4th (local time) in Toronto, Canada, they will continue with performances in New York (6th), Atlanta (8th), Irving (11th), Los Angeles (13th), and San Francisco (15-16th). On August 22 and 23, the ’2026 CORTIS TOUR ’PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN’ BIRTHDAY PARTY’ celebrating their first anniversary will be held at Hwa-jeong Gymnasium, Korea University, Seoul. CORTIS is maintaining their rising momentum both online and offline. On August 1, they performed at Lollapalooza Chicago as the only K-pop boy group this year, leading a sing-along with approximately 50,000 attendees. Their mini-album 2 title track ″REDRED″ entered the Spotify ’Daily Top Songs Global’ chart for 100 consecutive days (as of July 30). Lollapalooza is a large outdoor music festival that started in 1991, gathering about 170 artists and approximately 400,000 attendees. This year, in addition to CORTIS, groups such as (G)I-DLE, Black Pink member Jennie, and aespa also performed.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Galaxy Corporation, the agency of G-Dragon, has disclosed the progress of legal actions against individuals who wrote and distributed malicious posts. On the 4th, the agency announced in an official statement that based on evidence secured through fan reports and internal monitoring, they have filed complaints against about 100 people who wrote or distributed malicious posts related to G-Dragon for violations of the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection, etc. (defamation). The agency explained that through raids on major online communities and social networking service (SNS) platforms, they identified multiple suspects, who have been transferred to the police stations with jurisdiction over their addresses and are currently under investigation. Currently, many cases are being handled by investigative agencies and courts, and in some cases, suspects’ criminal charges have been acknowledged, resulting in referral to the prosecution or criminal trials. The court has issued summary orders imposing fines ranging from 2 million to 7 million KRW on multiple defendants, and in separate cases, the prosecution has requested summary orders for fines, indicating ongoing substantive criminal procedures, the agency stated. It was also added that some suspects have been indicted and sent to trial after their charges were recognized. The agency emphasized, ″This result shows that even when using anonymous accounts, tracking can lead to actual criminal punishment,″ and stated that they will hold those responsible accountable to the end in ongoing cases, responding strictly with a zero-tolerance policy without any leniency or settlements. They also warned that not only the original creators of malicious posts but also those who repeatedly transmit, expand, or reproduce such content are clearly committing illegal acts subject to legal action. They added that even if posts are deleted or accounts are made private or changed, legal procedures will continue based on the secured evidence. Furthermore, the agency pledged to do their utmost to protect the rights and interests of the artist so that they can work in a healthy and stable environment. Meanwhile, G-Dragon is set to meet fans with the group Big Bang’s new world tour, ″XX : COSMOS,″ from the 21st to the 23rd at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, celebrating their 20th debut anniversary.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BOYNEXTDOOR has recorded a cumulative 1.00114 billion streams on the global music platform Spotify. This figure is the total number of plays for all the songs they have released so far. KOZ Entertainment announced on the 5th that BOYNEXTDOOR (Seongho, Liu, Myeong Jaehyun, Taesan, Lee Han, Unhak) surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify as of the 3rd. Since their debut on May 30, 2023, BOYNEXTDOOR has released five mini-albums and one full-length album. The group has placed every album released since their debut on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200. Their mini 1st album ″WHY..″ ranked 162nd, mini 2nd album ″HOW?″ ranked 93rd, mini 3rd album ″19.99″ ranked 40th, mini 4th album ″No Genre″ ranked 62nd, mini 5th album ″The Action″ ranked 40th, and full-length 1st album ″HOME″ ranked 16th on the chart. BOYNEXTDOOR is the only boy group that debuted within the last five years to have six consecutive albums enter the Billboard 200. Spotify data from the past 28 days also shows consistent listening from various countries including the United States, Japan, Indonesia, South Korea, Mexico, Brazil, and Taiwan. Even after the activities for their full-length 1st album ended, listeners continue to be attracted from multiple countries. BOYNEXTDOOR will release their second Japanese digital single ″Boom Boom Boom″ on August 18, and on August 28, they will release a repackage album of their full-length 1st album. They will also hold their first world tour, ″BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR KNOCK ON Vol.2,″ in six locations in Japan, ten locations in North America, and six locations in Asia.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The girl group KATSEYE has entered the US Billboard main singles chart, the Hot 100, at number 24 with their new song ″Animal.″ With this achievement, KATSEYE has placed five consecutive songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart: ″Gnarly,″ ″Gabriela,″ ″Internet Girl,″ ″PINKY UP,″ and ″Animal.″ Including ″ICONIC BY MISTAKE,″ a collaboration with Aileit and LE SSERAFIM, a total of six songs have charted. The number 24 position of ″Animal″ surpasses the previous debut highest rank of 28 set by ″PINKY UP″ in April. ″Animal″ is an upbeat pop track themed around the instinct and wildness hidden within. The world-renowned singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran participated in composing the song. It ranked 10th and 12th on the Billboard Global 200 and Global (excluding US) charts, respectively, and achieved 9th on Spotify’s Weekly Top Songs Global, 8th in the US, and 5th on the Daily Top Songs Global chart (as of August 2). KATSEYE is a multinational girl group created through a joint venture between HYBE and US-based Geffen Records, debuting in the US in 2024 through the global audition project ″The Debut: Dream Academy.″ They are active based on HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk’s ″Multi-home, multi-genre″ strategy and K-pop methodology. They won three awards at the 2026 American Music Awards, including ″New Artist of the Year,″ and were nominated in two categories at the 68th Grammy Awards. KATSEYE’s third mini-album, ″WILD,″ is scheduled for release on August 14.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won conducted a cooking class with Chef Yoon Nara, a top 5 finalist from Netflix’s ″Black and White Chef 2,″ on KBS 2TV variety show ″New Release Convenience Restaurant.″ Lee Chan-won appeared on the episode airing on the 6th and personally visited Chef Yoon Nara, asking, ″Please be my cooking mentor.″ Planning to invite various stars for a special event, Lee Chan-won showcased learning cooking directly from Chef Yoon Nara in this episode. Chef Yoon Nara revealed the highly praised recipes for dried pollack hangover soup and radish salad from ″Black and White Chef 2.″ He expressed confidence, saying, ″I guarantee the taste,″ and surprised everyone, including Lee Chan-won, by presenting unexpected ingredients and cooking methods. Lee Chan-won admired, ″You use this ingredient?″ Additionally, Chef Yoon Nara taught a special menu that had never been revealed before. After tasting the dishes, Lee Chan-won could not hide the amazement, saying, ″This is on a different level.″ During the cooking process, the two showed great compatibility even in detailed preferences. Watching Lee Chan-won’s knife skills, Chef Yoon Nara complimented, ″Your hand movements are beautiful,″ and both expressed mutual affection, saying, ″We found our cooking soulmate.″ On the show, Chef Yoon Nara attracted attention with a surprising remark, ″I envy Lee Chan-won’s future wife.″ ″New Release Convenience Restaurant″ will air on the 6th at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won appeared as an MC alongside Wendy at KBS2’s ’2026 Boryeong Mud Festival K-POP SUPER LIVE,’ showcasing a diverse range of talents as both a singer and a host. At the festival broadcast on the 4th, Lee Chan-won appeared in a denim shirt and beige pants, engaging with the audience and leading the event. Then, wearing a white jacket and pants adorned with silver decorations, Lee Chan-won took the stage to perform ″Twist Gogo,″ a track from the first full-length album ’ONE.’ The fast twist rhythm, lively melody, and distinctive refreshing vocals elevated the atmosphere of the venue. Lee Chan-won also reinterpreted Cho Yong-pil’s ″Let’s Go on a Trip″ with a unique style on stage. Powerful vocals, relaxed stage manners, and upbeat sounds combined to intensify the festival’s energy. Lee Chan-won actively connected with the audience, fulfilling roles as both MC and singer. Lee Chan-won has achieved half-million seller status for three consecutive albums: the first full-length album ’ONE,’ the second mini-album ’bright;燦,’ and the second full-length album ’Brilliant (燦爛).’ Additionally, Lee Chan-won continues activities by appearing on various TV programs such as KBS2’s ’Immortal Songs,’ ’Celebrity Soldier’s Secret,’ JTBC’s ’Talk Reporter 25 Hours,’ and MBC’s ’SurfRIIZE Mystery Salon.’]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ (directed by Destin Cretton) surpassed 4 million cumulative viewers within 7 days of its release. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, as of 12:51 PM on the 4th, the film exceeded 4 million viewers. This is the fastest record to reach 4 million viewers among films released this year and also the shortest record among foreign films released after the pandemic from 2020 to 2026. ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ was released on the 29th of last month and attracted 680,000 viewers on its first day, setting the highest opening record in the history of the ″Spider-Man″ series. It continued its box office success by surpassing 1 million viewers on the second day, 2 million on the fourth day, and 3 million on the fifth day. On the 7th day, the 5th, an additional 348,262 viewers watched the film, bringing the total audience to 4,134,162 and maintaining its position as the number one box office hit. This film depicts the story of Peter Parker, who was forgotten by everyone after the events of ″Spider-Man: No Way Home,″ facing a mysterious enemy who remembers his identity and confronting new threats to protect his loved ones amid chaos caused by DNA mutation. Directed by Destin Cretton, Tom Holland reprises his role as Peter Parker and Spider-Man. ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day,″ currently showing in theaters nationwide, continues its success in the summer box office. Meanwhile, as of 10:45 AM on the 5th, Christopher Nolan’s ″Odyssée″ ranked first with a real-time reservation rate of 47.4% and approximately 540,000 reserved viewers, while ″Spider-Man: Brand New Day″ ranked second with a reservation rate of 33.8% and about 380,000 reserved viewers.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Director Na Hong-jin’s film ″Hope″ is set to be released in over 200 countries and regions worldwide. Distributor Plus M Entertainment announced that ″Hope″ will premiere in Taiwan on September 4 and in North America on September 9, followed by sequential releases in Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Latin America, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Hong Kong, Japan, Vietnam, Singapore, and various other regions. ″Hope″ was invited to compete at the 79th Cannes Film Festival and achieved the highest pre-sale record ever for a Korean film overseas, securing pre-sales in over 200 countries and regions. NEON is handling distribution in North America and other English-speaking territories, while major global distributors such as Focus/UPI in France, Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions, and MUBI, along with local film companies in each country, are participating as partners. After the Cannes premiere, a re-edited version with refined creature scenes, sound, and editing was released, receiving praise from international critics. IndieWire commented on the re-edited version, saying, ″Through the deletion, addition, and restructuring of scenes, each narrative connects much more smoothly, and the flow of the story feels more natural,″ and ″The re-edited ’Hope’ is one of the best action films I’ve seen in recent years from start to finish.″ ″Hope″ is Director Na Hong-jin’s first feature film in 10 years since ″The Wailing.″ It tells the story of Beom-seok (played by Hwang Jung-min), the head of the Hopo Port outpost located in the Demilitarized Zone, who hears reports of a tiger appearing from local youths, triggering an emergency in the entire village. The cast includes Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Taylor Russell, Cameron Britton, Alicia Vikander, and Michael Fassbender. The film has been screening nationwide in South Korea since July 15.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Woo-bin has confirmed his role as Jung Min-yong, the protagonist of the new drama ″Gift,″ scheduled to air on tvN. This work is based on the baseball webtoon of the same name by writer Jung I-ri-ri, serialized on Kakao Webtoon, and will premiere in the second half of 2026. ″Gift″ is a coming-of-age sports drama that unfolds as a former professional baseball pitcher coach, who gains a special ability to instantly recognize others’ baseball talents after an unexpected accident, takes on the role of coach for the lowest-ranked high school baseball team in the country. In the drama, Kim Woo-bin’s character Jung Min-yong leaves the professional stage and takes the helm of the nation’s worst high school baseball team, transforming the team in his own unique way. The drama is directed by Kim Kyu-tae and Ham Seung-hoon, with the script written by writers Min Jeong, Hae Ju, and Seong Eun. Studio Dragon is in charge of planning, while By4M Studio, GTist, Studio Double M, and AM Entertainment are responsible for production. Kim Woo-bin’s agency stated, ″With his distinctive deep emotional acting and solid presence, he will vividly portray Jung Min-yong’s growth and transformation.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Girl group KiiiKiii has released a highlight medley video for their third mini-album, ″WhyKiiiKiii.″ On the 3rd, KiiiKiii (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiya) shared the highlight medley and tracklist of their third mini-album, ″WhyKiiiKiii,″ set to be released on the 10th, through their official social media channels. The video was created in the format of a social media post, enhancing immersion with images symbolizing each track and actual SNS features. The album includes six songs: ″Pop Off Pop Off,″ ″Ever Too Late!,″ ″Hey Hi,″ ″Sweet Sour,″ ″Candy Pink Magic Hole Flip Phone (What Should I Do),″ and ″Blue Hour.″ ″Ever Too Late!″ expresses freedom through a scene of an airplane flying in the sky, while ″Hey Hi″ adds wit with a concept of choosing between breakfast and dessert. In the title track ″Pop Off Pop Off,″ the members showcase styling trends from the past. ″Sweet Sour″ evokes school days by proposing a ″truth game,″ and ″Candy Pink Magic Hole Flip Phone (What Should I Do)″ captures Y2K vibes with text message scenes using the nostalgic ″Magic Hole″ phone. ″Blue Hour″ conveys the lingering feelings of the day with a star rating feature and an animation of a shooting star falling in the night sky. The album features musicians from various genres, including Omega Sapien, Lil Cherry, writer Lee Seul-ah, Sumin, Camo, The Deep, Epi, Iso, Yoon Da-hye, Jin Choi, and Tomato Mat. They present music spanning electronic pop, hyperpop, synth-pop, and more. Through the third mini-album ″WhyKiiiKiii,″ KiiiKiii introduces individuality, freedom, wit, and sensibility as a cohesive course, marking the start of their full-scale activities. This album is regarded as a work that encapsulates KiiiKiii’s musical challenges and visual creativity, showcasing their present and future trajectory.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ concluded its Season 2 with the seventh episode on the 4th. Lim Young Woong bid farewell as he finished his mountain village life with Cha Seung-won and Kim Do-hoon. In that day’s broadcast, Lim Young Woong attempted to make freshwater snail and chive pancakes but struggled with adjusting the batter consistency and failed to flip the pancake. Cha Seung-won joked, ″Is this okonomiyaki?″ and encouraged him, saying, ″It’s okay. Just leave it as it is.″ Lim Young Woong expressed regret, saying, ″Why is flipping so difficult? I wanted to do well.″ While making seasoned lettuce, Lim Young Woong accidentally spilled a large amount of red pepper powder and joked to Kim Do-hoon, ″Do-hoon, what are we going to do if we put this much?″ Kim Do-hoon replied, ″Weren’t we on the same team?″ which made everyone laugh. Showing a down-to-earth side, Lim Young Woong ate the lettuce covered in red pepper powder, saying, ″It would be a waste to throw it away.″ At dinner, both Lim Young Woong and Kim Do-hoon were amazed by the chicken soup prepared by Cha Seung-won. Lim Young Woong said, ″This is the first time I’ve had chicken soup like this. It’s really delicious,″ and drank all the broth straight from the bowl, adding, ″This is the first time I’ve eaten everything here. I can’t leave any behind.″ Kim Do-hoon also expressed amazement, saying, ″This is crazy.″ After the meal, the three spent their last night snacking on the yard bench. When Kim Do-hoon said he liked snacks, Cha Seung-won said, ″You need to control this. If you can’t control that urge, your face will quickly become unattractive after you turn 35.″ Kim Do-hoon replied, ″Isn’t that a curse?″ The next morning, Kim Do-hoon, knowing that Cha Seung-won’s favorite food is yukgaejang, tried to prepare a surprise RIIZE, but Cha Seung-won started cooking himself, which brought laughter. Lim Young Woong expressed satisfaction, saying, ″My favorite food has changed to yukgaejang from now on. It’s so delicious.″ From the morning, Lim Young Woong eased the sadness of the farewell by performing live songs requested by Cha Seung-won and Kim Do-hoon. Wrapping up his mountain village life, Lim Young Woong shared, ″I’m leaving because I got attached. There were happy moments every day. I think I’ll miss it once it’s over.″ He also said, ″Honestly, it’s a bit sad. Time really flew by.″ Then he laughed and added, ″I’ve met my friends so much lately that I think I don’t need to meet them for a while,″ and continued, ″How about ’Hotel Bachelor Hero’ next time? ’Jungle Bachelor Hero?’ That won’t work either.″ Meanwhile, ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ promised a Season 3.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group CORTIS released official photos from their Chicago concert on their official SNS channels on the 3rd. The photos captured the local concert’s energy, drawing fans’ attention. In the released photos, CORTIS members showcased street fashion and styling that highlighted their individual personalities. Their gazes and poses conveyed the atmosphere of the concert venue. Moments of them interacting with the audience under the stage lights were also captured. Fans responded with comments like ″The visuals are insane,″ ″They turned Chicago upside down,″ and ″CORTIS is the best.″ CORTIS is currently continuing their North American tour and is scheduled to hold their 1st anniversary concert ″BIRTHDAY PARTY″ at Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul from August 22 to 23.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jimin drew attention from Billboard in the United States while performing at the BTS concert held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. In its review of the BTS Arirang concert, Billboard highlighted Jimin’s silver hair as one of the key moments of the MetLife Stadium performance. Under the subtitle ″Jimin Goes Gray and Slays,″ it spotlighted Jimin’s hairstyle transformation. Billboard reported that less than two weeks after Jimin styled his long blonde hair into a ponytail for the World Cup final halftime show, he appeared on the MetLife Stadium stage with long silver hair this time. Over the two days on the 1st and 2nd local time, about 157,000 spectators gathered at the venue. Billboard expressed amazement that Jimin’s hair remained glossy and voluminous throughout the performance, noting that this could be confirmed in group photos taken before and after the show. Regarding the choreography, Billboard introduced that the audience reaction was even more enthusiastic when Jimin stood center and led the group choreography during the chorus of ″MIC Drop.″ It also evaluated that BTS’s relaxed and graceful execution of stage choreography is the reason they maintain their top position. BTS plans to continue its world tour in the Middle East and Japan after completing its North American schedule, including Boston.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Lim Young Woong’s debut, Ms. Taylor Su, a fan residing in the United States, donated $2,000 USD (approximately 2.9 million KRW) to the Seungil Hope Foundation, a domestic organization supporting ALS patients. Ms. Su made this donation to celebrate Lim Young Woong’s 10th debut anniversary and to join in the positive influence he has shown. Since 2022, she has consistently donated between $1,000 and $2,000 USD on commemorative occasions such as Lim Young Woong’s birthday and debut anniversary. Including this donation, her total contributions to the Seungil Hope Foundation and others have exceeded $34,000 USD (approximately 49.3 million KRW). Ms. Su, who suffers from multiple illnesses, is reportedly experiencing repeated hospital admissions due to recent health deterioration. Despite her battle, she endures pain and loneliness by listening to and recording herself singing Lim Young Woong’s songs. Ms. Su shared, ″Thanks to Lim Young Woong’s songs, I gain strength, and because of the energy he gives me, I am able to live a life of ’extra grace.’″ The Lim Young Woong fan club ’Hero Era’ expressed deep respect, saying, ″Even while suffering from illness, she puts others’ pain before her own.″ They added, ″We sincerely pray and support her to never lose her bright smile and to recover her health as soon as possible.″]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Choi Yena experienced an incident where her X (formerly Twitter) account, created to communicate with fans, was classified as spam. Recently, Choi Yena launched a YouTube channel called ’I’m Really Yena’ and uploaded a short video titled ’I Am Really Yena’ on the 3rd. In the video, she announced that the first video on the channel would be released on the 12th. In the video, Choi Yena said, ″Actually, I recently created an X (formerly Twitter) account,″ and added, ″At first, I posted ’Hello, this is Yena.’ But it’s been over two weeks, and I still have zero followers, which is really upsetting.″ She then said, ″Life is really cold,″ making viewers laugh. It was also reported that her agency was unaware of the account’s creation during this process. Upon checking, the agency found that Choi Yena’s posts were classified as ″potential spam replies.″ Hearing this, Choi Yena was shocked and said, ″Are you saying I’m spam?″ and pleaded, ″I’m not spam.″ When a representative said, ″The ID does seem a bit spammy,″ she expressed her frustration by holding her forehead. As of 4 PM on the 4th, the account that had been classified as spam recorded about 119,000 followers, and the number of followers continues to grow. After the video was released, Choi Yena left a comment on the account saying, ″I still can’t forget that day.″ Choi Yena is actively communicating through the account by sharing behind-the-scenes photos and answering fans’ questions.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Young Tak is releasing a full-length album for the first time in about three years. On the 4th, Young Tak announced their comeback on September 14 by revealing the poster for their third full-length album ’GOGO’ through their official SNS. The third full-length album ’GOGO’ is the first full album released since the second full-length album ’FORM’ in August 2023. Young Tak previously recorded initial sales of 520,000 copies with their first full-length album ’MMM’ and 620,000 copies with their second full-length album ’FORM’. Recently, Young Tak ranked first in the Fans’ Choice Best Popular Trot category at the ’KMA (KM Chart Awards) 2026’. Young Tak debuted in 2007 with the single ’I Love You’ and appeared on TV Chosun’s ’Tomorrow is Mr. Trot’ in 2020, finishing in second place.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS has officially started their North American tour. On the 4th (local time), CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Sunghyun, Gunho) held the first concert of the ’2026 CORTIS TOUR IN NORTH AMERICA’ in Toronto, Canada, meeting with fans. Afterward, they plan to tour major cities in the United States such as New York, Atlanta, Irving, Los Angeles, and San Francisco until the 16th. This tour will take place in a total of 14 performances across 9 cities including Korea, Japan, and North America, and according to their agency, all tickets for every show have been sold out. On the 1st, CORTIS added to the excitement of their North American tour by performing on stage at the large U.S. music festival ’Lollapalooza Chicago’ in front of about 50,000 spectators. Chart success continues as well. On the 4th (local time), in the latest chart dated August 8 released by Billboard in the U.S., CORTIS’s second mini-album ’GREENGREEN’ ranked 114th on the ’Billboard 200’ chart. This album entered the chart at number 3 on the May 23 chart and has remained on the chart for 12 consecutive weeks, also ranking 2nd on the ’World Albums’ chart and 8th on the ’Top Album Sales’ chart. The title track ’REDRED’ entered the ’Global 200’ at 109th and the ’Global (excluding U.S.)’ at 63rd, charting for 14 consecutive weeks. Additionally, it has appeared on Spotify’s ’Daily Top Songs Global’ chart for 100 consecutive days and achieved its 90th number one on the ’Daily Top Songs Korea’ chart as of August 2. On the ’Artist 100’ chart, they ranked 60th. Besides the tour, CORTIS will perform on various stages. From August 22 to 23, they will hold the ’2026 CORTIS TOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY’ at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul, and from September 4 to 6, they will present the final performance of the tour at Pia Arena MM in Kanagawa, Japan. They also plan to appear at the ’Rock in Japan Festival 2026’ in Chiba, Japan on September 20, and the ’Formula One Singapore Grand Prix’ on October 9.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ concluded with a total of seven episodes. Lim Young Woong shared his thoughts on the finale with the production team, expressing his affection for life in the mountain village. He said, ″Just as I was getting really attached, it’s time to leave. There were happy moments every single day, and I think I will miss them as time goes by.″ In the final episode, the last mountain village life with Lim Young Woong, Cha Seung-won, and Kim Do-hoon was revealed. The last dinner was completed with chicken soup prepared by Cha Seung-won and freshwater snail chive pancakes made by Lim Young Woong. Lim Young Woong exclaimed, ″This kind of chicken soup is the first time I’ve ever had. It’s really so delicious.″ After the meal, a concert on the porch followed, where Lim Young Woong sang Kim Do-hoon’s requested song ″My Love Like Starlight,″ the drama OST ″Our Blues″ featuring Cha Seung-won, and a song by Kim Kwang-seok. Regarding ideas for season 3, Lim Young Woong said, ″Next time, I hope we do ’Hotel Bachelor Hero.’ It would be nice if it had a hotel vacation concept.″ Cha Seung-won agreed, saying, ″Variety shows need to change now, not just focus on hardships.″ Lim Young Woong also joked, ″I think I don’t need to meet friends for a while. I’ve met too many friends, so I want to be alone for a while.″ ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ was loved by viewers for Lim Young Woong’s simple mountain village life, the chemistry with various guests, and the everyday life in nature. Originally planned as a six-episode series, it was extended by one episode to seven episodes due to viewers’ positive response. The program started on June 23 with a nationwide rating of 4.7%, ranked first in the Tuesday variety show ratings for three consecutive weeks in the 2049 demographic, and reached a peak minute rating of 6.5%. It also ranked as high as fourth on Netflix’s domestic chart. Cha Seung-won and Kim Do-hoon joined again for the finale after appearing in episode 6.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The seven-member girl group OURBIRTHDAY is set to officially debut on the 19th. OURBIRTHDAY is the first girl group introduced by JYP Entertainment in about four years since NMIXX. Their debut single, ″Our Birthday,″ will be released on the 19th. The team name signifies enjoying every moment freely as if every day is a birthday and coloring ordinary daily life with their own unique style.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On KBS 2TV variety show ’New Product Launch Pyeonstorang,’ singer Lee Chan-won took a cooking class with Chef Yoon Nara, known as ’Yoon Jimo the Brewer,’ a TOP5 contestant from Netflix’s ’Black and White Chef 2.’ Lee Chan-won personally visited Chef Yoon Nara and asked, ″Please be my cooking mentor,″ expressing a desire to improve cooking skills. Chef Yoon Nara revealed the recipe for the highly praised dried pollack hangover soup and radish salad from ’Black and White Chef 2,’ confidently stating, ″I guarantee the taste.″ Lee Chan-won expressed amazement at the ingredients and cooking methods in the revealed recipe, exclaiming, ″You use these ingredients?″ Additionally, Chef Yoon Nara presented a special menu that had not been disclosed before, and after tasting it, Lee Chan-won continued to praise, saying, ″This is on a different level.″ During the cooking process, the two matched well down to the smallest preferences and were called ’cooking soulmates.’ Chef Yoon Nara complimented Lee Chan-won’s knife skills, saying, ″Even your hand shape is beautiful.″ Then, Chef Yoon Nara attracted attention by saying, ″I envy Lee Chan-won’s future wife.″ ’New Product Launch Pyeonstorang’ will air on the 6th at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Sung-soo revealed his experience of connecting Kwon Sang-woo and Son Tae-young on Channel A’s entertainment program ’Groom School 2.’ In the studio, Kim Sung-soo stated that he personally arranged the meeting between the couple Kwon Sang-woo and Son Tae-young in the past, and mentors Lee Seung-chul, Tak Jae-hoon, Song Hae-na, and others expressed their surprise. Kim Sung-soo explained that he was in the same agency as Son Tae-young at the time and had experience acting as her counterpart in a music video. He said that while filming, he developed a favorable impression of Son Tae-young’s personality and learned that Kwon Sang-woo also liked that aspect, which led him to arrange their meeting. He added that shortly after, Kwon Sang-woo announced his marriage. Additionally, Kim Sung-soo took part in a meeting to personally check the relationship between Kim Yo-han and Oh Yeon-hee after arranging their blind date. He first met Oh Yeon-hee at a baeksuk restaurant located in a valley with his close friend actor Park Sang-myeon and actively led the atmosphere by asking Oh Yeon-hee, ″How many times have you met Kim Yo-han so far?″ He then asked, ″What do you like about Kim Yo-han?″ to elicit an honest response. In the studio, Song Hae-na asked Kim Sung-soo if he thought Kim Yo-han and Oh Yeon-hee, whom he recently introduced, were a good match. Attention was focused on Kim Sung-soo’s answer.]]> FANNSTAR Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0900