https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr Yoo-i appeared on tvN STORY’s ’What’s the Point of Leaving It?’ and candidly shared her dating style, breakup experiences, and ideal type. On the broadcast, Yoo-i revisited her past comment about ’losing during the day but winning at night’ mentioned on ’On-site Talk Show Taxi.’ She revealed that she was scolded by her mother because of that remark, saying, ″At that time, my mom asked if I knew what it meant when I wrote it.″ Regarding her current ideal type, she said, ″I like someone who communicates well. I want to meet someone with whom time flies while talking.″ Lee Young-ja mentioned Yoo-i’s father, baseball coach Kim Sung-gap, and said she expected Yoo-i to marry a baseball player. Yoo-i explained the situation, saying, ″Before any matchmaking talks even came up, my father said, ’My daughter is not allowed.’ The players also said, ’We don’t want that either,’ and it even made the news.″ She added, ″I didn’t do anything, but it became ’zero confessions, first round.’ It was so unfair.″ About her dating style, Yoo-i honestly said, ″When someone I like appears, I speak straightforwardly, but that makes the other person feel burdened.″ She also admitted, ″Still, I was rejected twice.″ When asked about drinking, Yoo-i responded, ″I don’t want to lose to alcohol.″ Regarding her current relationship status, Yoo-i said, ″I don’t have a boyfriend right now. It’s been a long time since I broke up. It’s been five years since I last dated.″ She continued, ″In the past, I think I dated secretly because I was afraid of scandals. Now, I want to have a proper relationship where we can take walks and hold hands.″]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Kim Yong Bin announced that he will hold a solo concert in September. Kim Yong Bin appeared on KBS 1TV’s ″Morning Yard″ broadcast on July 21 and said, ″This is the first time I’m saying this today. I will have a solo concert in September. The date is already set. I plan to hold it on my birthday.″ The broadcast was conducted under the concept of a midsummer lively music concert, featuring Kim Yong Bin, Son Bin Ah, Cheon Rok Dam (Lee Jung), Chun Gil, Choi Jae Myeong, Nam Seung-min, and Choo Hyeokjin. Kim Yong Bin revealed that he is a variety show rookie and spontaneously performed his chick sound impression that he showcased on KBS 2TV’s ″Pyeonstorang.″ Chun Gil made a chicken crowing sound, and Cheon Rok Dam joked, ″This is a very old chicken.″ Kim Yong Bin expressed his longing for his late grandmother during the broadcast. He said, ″Before I debuted and released an album, the first stage I stood on was here. It was my first public broadcast stage. The first time I came here with my grandmother, I felt a bit emotional. It feels like home.″ He continued, ″If it weren’t for my grandmother, I probably wouldn’t be singing. She ran a beauty salon and loved to sing, and I used to sing along with her.″ He revealed that his grandmother’s favorite song was Lee Mi-ja’s ″Camellia Lady.″ He also shared that his grandmother passed away before seeing him participate in auditions. Kim Yong Bin said, ″She didn’t get to see it, but I think she helped me. Her wish was for me to appear on ’Mr. Trot 2.’ I was stubborn and didn’t go, but after she passed away, I thought I should fulfill her wish, so I appeared on ’Mr. Trot 3’.″ Having won first place on ″Mr. Trot 3,″ he explained that he couldn’t visit his grandmother’s grave on her anniversary in June because ″everyone gave me so much love that I couldn’t go on the anniversary,″ and he shared a video of visiting the grave before the anniversary. He added, ″Because of all the love you gave me, I was able to erect a tombstone next to her grave. I felt very proud. It was the first time in my life that I brought food to her.″ Finally, when asked what he wanted to say to his grandmother, he said, ″I really have something I want to say. Thanks to my grandmother’s help, I think I am doing well. Even though I am this busy and tired, I have never been sick. I haven’t even caught a cold once. I want to say thank you because I think my grandmother is helping me with everything, and I miss her. I miss her a lot.″]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Jennie is raising anticipation ahead of the release of her new single, ″Less Than A Lover.″ Jennie recently posted on her social media that she will release ″Less Than A Lover″ on July 24 at 12 PM Eastern Time, which is 1 PM Korean time. A teaser image released earlier shows two people looking at each other and talking inside a blue pickup truck, sparking curiosity about the mood of the new song. The new single is attracting more attention as Jennie is known to have participated in directing, writing, and composing it herself. Previously, Jennie proved her global popularity by breaking her personal record on the US Billboard Hot 100, the main singles chart, with the release of ″Dracula,″ a collaboration with Australian singer Tame Impala. Additionally, Jennie has been actively promoting, including being the only K-pop singer to headline the main stage at Spain’s Mad Cool Festival earlier this year. Recently, ″SOLO″ surpassed 300 million streams on Spotify, making her the first Korean female solo artist to achieve this milestone, and her monthly listeners reached 51.28 million, ranking her second all-time among female K-pop solo artists, continuing her record-breaking streak. The new single ″Less Than A Lover″ is expected to showcase Jennie’s unique style and musical transformation, drawing passionate interest from global fans. Jennie plans to continue various domestic and international activities following this release.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The girl group aespa is raising anticipation for their comeback by releasing a music video teaser ahead of the release of their first Japanese mini-album, ″KISS N TELL.″ aespa unveiled the ″KISS N TELL″ music video teaser on their official YouTube channel. In the short video, the members captivated attention with blonde curly hair and glamorous nail art, striking a powerful pose by placing a finger on their lips against a solid color background while staring straight ahead. The teaser hinted at the concept and unique atmosphere of the new song, sparking fans’ curiosity. ″KISS N TELL″ is the title track of aespa’s first Japanese mini-album, set to be released at midnight on July 24 (KST and JST). The album is currently available for pre-order through the official channel and music platforms. This new release is expected to play a significant role in aespa’s full-scale expansion of global activities targeting the Japanese market. Prior to this, aespa has been actively engaging in overseas activities, including a spectacular performance at the recent major Greater China award ceremony, the ″2026 TME Live International Music Awards (2026 TIMA).″ Additionally, member Karina is actively promoting the new song ″LEMONADE″ with a sophisticated style, communicating with fans. aespa is growing into a representative K-pop group known for outstanding musicality, performance, and trendy visuals, gaining great popularity both domestically and internationally. Through the release of this Japanese mini-album, they plan to broaden their global fanbase further while showcasing a diverse musical spectrum.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa Winter recently shared a brief emoticon on her SNS to update her fans. A photo was revealed showing her taking a selfie in front of a mirror, wearing a white t-shirt and letting her long blonde hair down while looking straight ahead. The indoor setting in the background gives off a comfortable yet sophisticated atmosphere. Winter matched a white shirt with black shorts and struck a natural pose with a finger gun gesture, showcasing her unique charm. Despite the simple style, her distinctive luxurious aura stood out. Earlier, Winter was seen departing for London through Yeongjong International Airport in early July to attend the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. At that time, she attracted much attention locally with a classic white look. Meanwhile, Winter continues her activities with the group aespa, receiving love from fans through diverse music and performances. She has also been actively fulfilling overseas schedules recently, maintaining communication with global fans.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kep1er member Kim Dayeon recently shared an update wearing a black top and short pants. In the photo, Kim Dayeon caught attention by smiling and making a V sign with one hand in front of a background featuring a solid red wall and furniture. Especially, her short hairstyle and natural expression created a bright and lively atmosphere. This post was released through Kep1er’s official SNS, and fans are responding enthusiastically to Dayeon’s style and fresh charm. Meanwhile, Kim Dayeon is actively communicating with fans not only through Kep1er activities but also through various personal content.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seulgi of the group Red Velvet has heightened anticipation for her comeback by revealing teaser images with a surfing concept for her summer mini-album, Velvet Summer. Recently, Seulgi posted on her personal SNS various poses against the backdrop of the beach and sea, wearing a pink striped swimsuit paired with jeans. Amidst the vibrant natural scenery of coral reefs and fish, she created a refreshing yet dreamy atmosphere by lying on a surfboard or leaning against wooden structures while gazing directly at the camera. Notably, her tattooed arm caught attention, and her calm expression with closed lips conveyed a cool summer vibe. Red Velvet, which Seulgi is part of, is set to release the new mini-album Velvet Summer on August 3 at 6 PM (KST). On the same day, they are engaging with fans through the teaser phrases ″Big Wave″ and the ″Pre-order″ link that were also unveiled. This album consists of songs that capture both the refreshing feeling of summer and the soft texture of velvet. It will include a total of five tracks, including the title song Surfin’ Boy, with member Joy contributing to the lyrics, enhancing the musical completeness. This comeback will feature the full lineup with Irene, Wendy, Joy, and Yeri, following Seulgi’s establishment as a solo artist through diverse performances with the Red Velvet unit and the project group GOT the beat. Recently, she has been actively communicating with fans and sharing her daily life and various content through her YouTube channel, Hi Seulgi. Having established themselves as the ″Summer Queen″ with numerous hit summer songs such as Red Flavor, Power Up, and Umpah Umpah, Red Velvet is expected to deliver another special summer mood with Velvet Summer. The music video and stage performances to be released alongside this album are also drawing significant attention from fans.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Son Heung-min overcame the pain of the World Cup by scoring his first goal of the season in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. On the 18th (Korean time), in the 16th round away match of the MLS regular season against LA Galaxy held at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, Son Heung-min scored the decisive goal in the 57th minute of the second half, leading his team to a 3-0 victory. This goal was significant as it was Son Heung-min’s first since joining MLS. In the post-match press conference, Son Heung-min said, ″I felt some pressure because the goal came late, but I’m happy to taste scoring again. I have mentally recovered a lot since the World Cup, and I will show better performances going forward.″ Son Heung-min is serving as the captain of LAFC this season, leading the team’s core and giving his best in every match. Recently, through his official social media, he shared a confident message: ″Every city. Every club. Every opportunity. This is the result of preparation, and I am ready for a meaningful challenge.″ Wearing a black T-shirt against a dark background and posing with one hand framing, Son Heung-min expressed a calm yet strong determination, attracting fans’ attention. Expectations are high for Son Heung-min’s performance throughout the remaining season.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In the June K-POP boy group brand reputation rankings, CORTIS took the top spot, drawing attention as a new icon. According to the latest K-Brand Index trends released by the Asia Brand Research Institute, CORTIS surpassed strong competitors including BTS to claim first place in the June boy group brand reputation. BTS, renowned worldwide, ranked second, while RIIZE took third place. Additionally, Stray Kids, BOYNEXTDOOR, Seventeen (SEVENTEEN), NCT, BIGBANG, ATEEZ, and TWS also made the rankings, engaging in fierce competition. The results of this survey are seen as further proof of the popularity and influence of South Korea’s leading boy groups that excite fandoms worldwide. Each group scored highly in various aspects such as music, performance, and global fandom power, establishing a unique position in the K-POP market. The Asia Brand Research Institute plans to continue highlighting K-POP trends through fast and accurate entertainment reports. Fans are also focusing their attention on the future activities of CORTIS, who rose to first place in the June brand reputation rankings.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong has surpassed 14.2 billion official cumulative streams on Melon, continuing to set records as a solo artist. According to Melon, as of 9 a.m. on July 18, Lim Young Woong’s cumulative streaming count exceeded 14.2 billion, adding 100 million streams in 20 days since reaching 14.1 billion on June 28. An average of about 5 million streams per day has been steadily maintained. Lim Young Woong holds the top spot for the highest cumulative streams by an artist in Melon’s history and is also listed in the ″Diamond Club,″ awarded to artists with over 10 billion cumulative streams on Melon. It is notable that Lim Young Woong is maintaining the top position as a solo singer in a music market dominated by major K-pop idol groups. This record is not the result of focusing on a specific new song but comes from a structure where previously released tracks are consistently consumed. Lim Young Woong has maintained top positions on the charts for a long time with each released track, and the cohesion of the fan club ″Heroic Age″ along with a broad listening audience ranging from middle-aged to people in their teens to thirties has formed a long-term streaming trend. Meanwhile, Lim Young Woong is currently appearing on the SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero.″ A stadium concert titled ″IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2″ is scheduled to be held at Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium in September.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 HYBE’s new label ABD has officially announced the debut of the seven-member girl group TUIDE. On the 20th at midnight, ABD launched TUIDE’s official social media channels and revealed the team name along with a logo motion video. The team name TUIDE is derived from ″Tune the Tide,″ meaning ″to adjust the flow.″ The members of TUIDE are Seohee, Seoyeon, Elena, Jia, Saki, Sea, and Ihani. They expressed their ambition to experience and adjust the various flows of the world to create new enjoyment. The team’s official logo motion video depicts different colors naturally blending to create a new light. Master Producer (MP) Hansungsoo will oversee the overall production of TUIDE. Hansungsoo MP has experience producing several K-pop groups, including After School, Seventeen, IZ*ONE, and TWS. ABD is a newly established label under HYBE’s multi-label strategy, and its name stands for ″A Bold Dream.″ ABD explained that it aims for creative content rather than following existing formulas. TUIDE’s official Instagram account will be operated privately for the time being starting from the 21st. Some members have already introduced themselves through ABD brand short films.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group LISSENNE (Woni, Liv, Minami, Mei, Jena) solidified their position as a leading 5th generation girl group by concluding their remake single ″Pretty Girl″ promotions. Since their comeback with ″Pretty Girl″ on the 8th, LISSENNE actively participated in various music shows including SBS Life’s The Show, MBC M, MBC every1’s Show Champion, Mnet’s M Countdown, KBS2’s Music Bank, MBC’s Show! Music Core, and SBS’s Inkigayo. During this period, they achieved high rankings on major music charts such as Melon Hot 100 #1, Top 100 #4, Bugs daily chart #7, and Flo chart #6. Notably, LISSENNE reached a career high by winning their first music show trophy on SBS Life’s The Show during the ″Pretty Girl″ promotions. The members showcased not only their lively charm and fresh energy on stage but also demonstrated stable hosting skills as special MCs. Additionally, LISSENNE emphasized the grapefruit scent concept, the main fragrance of their new song ″Pretty Girl,″ in every performance, imprinting their unique identity. Along with their popularity on YouTube, they also presented special stages for ″LOVE ATTACK″ and ″Deja Vu,″ highlighting their status as a reverse-hit icon. The title track ″LOVE ATTACK″ from their first mini-album SCENEDROME, released in August 2024, sparked a reverse-hit syndrome by topping Melon and Bugs daily charts, and this momentum continued with ″Pretty Girl,″ adding another signature song to their repertoire. Through this promotion, LISSENNE achieved remarkable results in both reverse and regular chart runs and plans to continue various activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Young K is intensifying his music activities with a solo album and tour schedule. According to the ’Young K Solo Tour < YOUNGEST >’ schedule released on the 20th through DAY6’s official SNS channels, Young K will start his performances at Incheon Inspire Arena from August 14 to 16. He will then hold solo concerts in seven domestic and international locations for a total of nine shows: Bangkok on October 10, Taipei on November 29, Hong Kong on January 15, 2027, Singapore on January 23, Manila on February 20, and Kuala Lumpur on March 20. Fan club pre-sale for the Incheon concert will be held on the 20th from 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM on NOL Ticket, exclusively for My Day 6 members. Young K’s second full-length album, ’YOUNGEST,’ and its title track, ’Shut The Door,’ will be released at 6:00 PM on the 27th. The album contains a total of 15 songs. On the 19th, JYP Entertainment released lyric spoilers in advance for ’100 Reasons Why We Break Up (with JINJOO of DNCE)’ and ’Baby’s Breath,’ and on the 20th for ’Yonge St.’ and ’whatever.’ The video for track 9, ’100 Reasons Why We Break Up (with JINJOO of DNCE),’ introduced the lyrics: ″The jokes you used to smile at, now I respond with a blank face / The perfect feeling has now disappeared / There are 100 reasons why we break up.″ Track 14, ’Baby’s Breath,’ revealed the phrase: ″Like baby’s breath blooming white, memories blossom in abundance / Looking at each one, I recall you on this night.″ Track 7, ’Yonge St.,’ features the lyrics: ″Every day was a spark that lit our eyes / Gamjatang then noraebang all night / Roamin’ through the streets and lights / Beautiful days eh,″ while track 11, ’whatever,’ includes the line: ″It’d be great if I succeed, but if not, whatever / In the end, what remains is one more episode.″ On the afternoon of the 19th, a live album sampler featuring Young K singing ’Marionette,’ ’Drivin’ into Hell,’ ’100 Reasons Why We Break Up (with JINJOO of DNCE),’ and ’Baby’s Breath’ was released. Young K showcased the melodies and vocals of the four songs from an underground office.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IU has postponed the scheduled concert at Goyang Stadium in September and the release of the 6th full-length album due to the worsening symptoms of patulous Eustachian tube. On the 20th, Edam Entertainment announced that they recently determined IU’s ear condition makes it difficult to proceed with performances, and after prioritizing health, they decided to adjust this year’s schedule. The agency stated that specific comeback and performance dates will be announced later through official channels. IU personally revealed through the official fan platform that the symptoms of patulous Eustachian tube have recently worsened. He explained, ″I think I pushed myself too hard without considering my condition over the past few years,″ adding that the symptoms have persisted day and night for several days recently, making it difficult to regain condition when singing. Patulous Eustachian tube is a condition where the Eustachian tube inside the eardrum abnormally remains open, causing symptoms such as ear fullness and hearing one’s own voice and breathing loudly. IU stated that although studio recordings were completed safely, experts advised that concerts, which require wide activity and high physical exertion, would be difficult for the time being. Since the release of the 6th full-length album was planned around performances and tours, the schedule has also been postponed. IU said, ″I will do my best to return with a new album and performances as soon as possible so that the wait does not become too long.″ He also apologized to fans, saying, ″I’m sorry for ruining the second half of the year for all of us.″ IU mentioned that patulous Eustachian tube is not a painful or disabling illness and promised to focus on treatment and improving his condition during the second half of the year, aiming to be with fans by the beginning of 2027 at the latest.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Pentagon (Jinho, Hui, Hongseok, Shinwon, Yeo One, Kino, Wooseok) announced the release of a new song and a tour as a complete seven-member group to celebrate their 10th anniversary since debut. On the 21st, their agency NAKED announced Pentagon’s 10th anniversary project through their official SNS. NAKED stated, ″To mark their 10th anniversary, Pentagon will release a new song and embark on a tour for the first time in three years. From this 10th anniversary project, Pentagon will proceed as a seven-member group consisting of Jinho, Hui, Hongseok, Shinwon, Yeo One, Kino, and Wooseok.″ Pentagon will present a new song as a full group for the first time in about three years since releasing the digital single ″Promise″ in 2023. The members have been pursuing individual activities in various fields such as solo singing, acting, variety shows, and musicals. Debuting on October 10, 2016, Pentagon has received great love with representative songs across various genres such as ″Shine,″ ″Spring Snow,″ and ″Daisy.″ They demonstrated their teamwork on stage at the ″33rd Hanteo Music Awards 2025″ held last February and received the ″10th Anniversary - Influential Artist″ award. Detailed information related to Pentagon’s 10th anniversary project will be released sequentially in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids will officially release their new mini album ’THIS & THAT’ on August 7 at 1 PM. This album includes the title track ’This & That’, the pre-release track ’RUN IT’, ’After You’, ’FARMING’, ’I Do’, ’Way Out’, ’That Day’, and ’This & That (Festival Version)’. The entire album was produced by the group’s in-house production team 3RACHA (Bang Chan, Changbin, Han). Bang Chan also participated in the arrangement of ’FARMING’, adding Stray Kids’ unique musical color. ’FARMING’ features strong electronic sounds and beats, and surpassed 1 million views after the first ’UNVEIL : TRACK’ video was released. JYP Entertainment has been sequentially releasing ’UNVEIL : TRACK’ videos through Stray Kids’ official social media since the 17th, allowing fans to preview some of the tracks from ’THIS & THAT’. Stray Kids also plan various stage activities to coincide with the album release. Stray Kids will kick off the first performances of their new world tour ’RUN IT’ on the 25th, 26th, 29th, and August 1st and 2nd at KSPO Dome (Gymnastics Stadium) in Olympic Park, Songpa-gu, Seoul. In September, they will participate as headliners in Brazil’s major music festival ’Rock in Rio’ and the new festival centered around Stray Kids, ’STRAYCITY’.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NMIXX has reached the midpoint of the Asia leg of their first world tour, ’EPISODE 1: ZERO FRONTIER.’ Starting in Bangkok on June 13, NMIXX held solo concerts in Singapore on the 20th and in Kaohsiung on July 12 and 13, meeting with local fans. During this tour, they performed a variety of songs such as ″O.O,″ ″DICE,″ ″Love Me Like This,″ ″DASH,″ ″Stars (See That?),″ and ″Blue Valentine″ live with a band sound, and they also debuted the stage for the title track ″Heavy Serenade″ from their fifth mini-album released in May during the solo concerts. At the Kaohsiung concert, fans organized a video event and a ″LOUD″ sing-along event. Lily said, ″It was my dream to have many people sing the lyrics I wrote, and I was truly moved to hear you sing them today. I will work hard to repay the love I have received,″ showing tears. She also expressed gratitude to fans, saying, ″There have been many happy moments since last year, and the peak is this world tour right now. All of this is thanks to NSWER (the fandom name). I am truly grateful.″ The members stated, ″Just as you are our driving force, we will continue to grow so that we can be the driving force for NSWER as well.″ NMIXX will continue the tour in Hong Kong on July 25 and 26, and in Tokyo on August 8 and 9. Meanwhile, NMIXX recently ranked 5th in Billboard’s ’Best K-pop of the First Half of 2026’ category with the track ″Crescendo″ from their fifth mini-album. This song, which Lily participated in writing, was praised by Billboard for its composition that maximizes vocal capabilities.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Jaejoong opened ticket reservations for his solo concert ’2026 KIM JAE JOONG CONCERT [THE WAVE]’ on the 21st. His agency, Encode Entertainment, announced that Kim Jaejoong will hold a solo concert at KBS Arena in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, on August 29 and 30. The main theme of this performance is ″The most brilliant green moment we face in all the flows until a small wave finally becomes a huge wave.″ Ticket reservations will begin with a pre-sale for official fan club ’BOSS BABIES KODE-2’ membership holders at 8 PM on the 21st, followed by general sales on the 24th. Tickets can be purchased through the online ticketing platform Ticketlink. Earlier this year, Kim Jaejoong completed a fan concert and a Japan ZEPP&HALL tour, and recently starred in the movie ’Gentleman: Whisper of the Evil Spirit.’ This concert will be his first solo stage with fans in one year and three months, aiming to create a special moment with them. Kim Jaejoong previously raised anticipation for the concert by releasing the main poster.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV’s ″The Secret of Celebrity Soldiers,″ hosted by Lee Chan-won, will spotlight the contrasting life stories of Whitney Houston and Celine Dion in its July 21st broadcast. Music critic Bae Soon-tak and former SISTAR member Soyou will join as storytellers for this episode. The program focuses on Whitney Houston, well-known for the ″Bodyguard″ OST, and Celine Dion, famous for the ″Titanic″ OST, exploring the lives, music, and destinies of these two divas. The segment on Whitney Houston reveals stories about her husband’s violence, an incident where someone spat on her face, and a birthday gift prepared by a close acquaintance. Bae Soon-tak mentioned, ″It was a birthday gift beyond common sense,″ to which Lee Chan-won responded, ″That’s really insane.″ The tragic end of Whitney Houston’s life, passing away in a bathtub, is also covered. The Celine Dion segment focuses on the lifelong love who stayed by her side when she collapsed. During the recording, Lee Chan-won acted out, saying, ″Celine! Your place is on the stage. I want to see you on stage,″ and added, ″If you can’t run, you’ll crawl onto the stage.″ The divergent life stories of the two artists will be broadcast on July 21st at 8:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ATEEZ is achieving its best results since debut through the mini 14th album ’Golden Hour: Part 5.’ ’Golden Hour: Part 5’ ranked number one on the US Billboard main album chart, the ’Billboard 200,’ in its first week of release. Physical album sales in the US surpassed 200,000 copies, demonstrating the strength of the local fandom. On domestic charts, the title track ’Bad’ is breaking its own record on the Melon TOP100. As of the 20th, it ranked 18th on the Melon daily chart, showing a steady upward trend. Unlike the usual pattern of briefly entering the rankings and then dropping after release, it is notable that the ranking continues to rise consistently. Member San’s activities are drawing attention in this promotion. San is gaining buzz on short-form platforms with the ’Let’s All Die’ choreography performed in a sleeveless outfit during the latter part of the ’Bad’ music video. This choreography is attracting interest from a wide range of the public beyond the existing fan base. San is noted for his restrained sexiness and intense gaze and is nicknamed ’Northern Duke’ and ’Southern Duke.’ Thanks to this popularity, ATEEZ’s performance and music are being reappraised. Since debuting in 2018, ATEEZ has proven their skills on various music entertainment programs such as KBS2’s ’Immortal Songs,’ and has left a strong impression on stages at various award ceremonies and festivals, establishing themselves as a top K-pop performer.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group KiiiKiii is making a comeback by releasing their new album ″WhyKiiiKiii″ on August 10. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, announced on the 19th through official SNS that they have opened a dedicated website for the new release and started the comeback promotion. This promotion is designed with the concept of a travel agency homepage. The website reveals six time zones and themes, featuring members Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, and Kiya as tour guides, showcasing Y2K-style visuals reminiscent of retro advertisements, high-teen movies, and magazines. Fans can participate in the comeback promotion by entering their name, departure location, and date to receive a boarding pass to the ″WhyKiiiKiii″ destination. The website includes messages such as ″Why Kiii? Find the answer,″ and ″Experience six summers curated by the best guides.″ It also features phrases filled with KiiiKiii’s unique sensibility, like ″In the WhyKiiiCon roaming zone, every shot is a perfect shot,″ and ″The sweet and sour truth always reveals itself at convenience stores.″ There is growing interest in whether the six revealed destinations are connected to the new album’s tracklist. Since their debut, KiiiKiii has continued unique promotions using websites, and this time they organically linked music and content by incorporating the ″package tour″ concept. ″WhyKiiiKiii″ is an album themed around ″why we must be ourselves,″ containing free and multi-dimensional summer stories. KiiiKiii debuted on March 24, 2025, with their 1st EP ″UNCUT GEM,″ achieving first place on terrestrial music shows within about two weeks. Later, in February 2026, their 2nd EP ″Delulu Pack″ topped the Melon chart with the title track ″404 (New Era),″ and they expanded their musical spectrum with the digital single ″To Me From Me.″ In May of this year, they also successfully held their first fan concert.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group RIIZE will hold a fan meeting to celebrate their 3rd debut anniversary. RIIZE’s 3rd anniversary fan meeting, ″Ch. RIIZE : ON AIR,″ will take place from September 12 to 13 at the Inspire Arena in Incheon. The event will feature a 360-degree open stage and will also be broadcast live online through Beyond Live and Weverse. The fan meeting is designed as a broadcast channel concept for RIIZE and their official fan club, BRIIZE. Various broadcast program-style segments will be prepared, incorporating ideas directly planned by the members and proposals from the PT winning team, partly reflecting the fan party ″RIIZE OFFICE″ held in May to celebrate their 1000th day since debut. Ticket reservations will be conducted through NOL. On July 27, pre-sale will be available for domestic BRIIZE membership holders, on the 28th for global BRIIZE membership holders, and general sales will begin on the 29th. RIIZE achieved their fourth million-seller with their mini-album 2 ″II,″ released last month. The album ranked number one on major music charts in Korea and Japan, including three categories on the Oricon Weekly Chart (July 6–12): album ranking, overseas album ranking, and combined album ranking. It also topped the Billboard Japan Top Album Sales Chart weekly, the Circle Monthly Album Chart for June, Melon Global K-Chart daily and HOT100, won three music show awards, and ranked number one on the iTunes Top Album Chart in six regions worldwide, dominating major domestic and international charts.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids pre-released the track ″FARMING″ ahead of the release of their new mini-album ″THIS & THAT.″ On the 17th, Stray Kids shared an ″UNVEIL : TRACK″ video featuring a portion of ″FARMING″ on their official SNS, and the video surpassed 1 million views on YouTube in about two days. ″FARMING″ was written and composed by Bang Chan, Changbin, and Han of the group’s producing team 3RACHA, with Bang Chan also credited for arrangement. The song, based on strong electronic sounds, previews the atmosphere of the new album. The mini-album ″THIS & THAT,″ which includes ″FARMING,″ will be released on August 7 at 1 PM. This album contains a total of eight tracks: the title track ″This & That,″ the pre-release track ″RUN IT,″ ″After You,″ ″FARMING,″ ″I Do,″ ″Way Out,″ ″That Day,″ and ″This & That (Festival Version),″ with all tracks credited to the members of 3RACHA. Stray Kids will begin their world tour ″Stray Kids World Tour″ at KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul, starting on the 25th. In September, they are scheduled to perform at the Brazilian music festival ″Rock in Rio″ and their own festival ″STRAYCITY.″]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Enhypen(ENHYPEN) Jay has revealed new concept content featuring him as a real estate agent exclusively for vampires. On the afternoon of July 20, Enhypen (Jungwon, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunwoo, Ni-ki) showcased photos and films of Jay’s version from the mini 8th album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ ’ENGENE ver.’ on their official SNS channels. This content was produced in the form of a ’fake advertisement,’ with Jay transforming into a model and licensed real estate agent for the fictional vampire-only real estate agency ’Centuries VAMPIRE ESTATE,’ attracting attention. In the video, Jay displayed intellectual charm by portraying a charismatic image while busily handling tasks. Notably, the setting cleverly incorporated the vampire trait of avoiding bright places. Jay appeared as a problem solver who quickly blocks out light for a vampire client anxious in a sunlit mansion. His satisfied expression while looking at the client and natural acting were highlighted. Through this ’ENGENE ver.,’ Enhypen is bringing various fictional brands within the vampire universe to life as if they were real advertisements. So far, besides the real estate agency, they have introduced vampire-exclusive transportation services, an asset management bank for immortality, coffin-shaped mattresses, and oral care products for fang maintenance. These contents have been praised for their visuals and world-building that resemble actual advertisements. Individual photos and films from the ’ENGENE ver.’ will be released sequentially until the 22nd. Meanwhile, Enhypen will release the mini 8th album ’THE SIN : BLISS’ at 1 PM on August 21. This album contains 10 tracks telling the story of lovers who break taboos and escape, ultimately embracing their moments together as a ’blessing.’]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBN’s ″Unknown Legend - The Hierarchy War of Trot Men″ Season 2 will see Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho reunite as MCs. On the 20th, the production team announced that Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho, who were active in Season 1, have been reappointed as hosts for Season 2, scheduled to air this winter. The two led the program as the ″Hoho Brothers″ in Season 1 and will once again take on the MC roles this season. ″Unknown Legend - The Hierarchy War of Trot Men″ is a large-scale trot competition program where contestants compete solely based on skill, regardless of existing recognition or experience. In Season 1, Seong-ri won as the ″1st Legend,″ and the final episode, which aired the second round of the finals, recorded a peak viewership rating of 10.1% based on Nielsen Korea’s paid broadcasting households. Jang Min-ho added authenticity to the program by empathizing with the contestants’ emotions, drawing from a long period of obscurity and various trot audition experiences. Kim Dae-ho naturally brought out the contestants’ charm with his smooth hosting skills, veteran announcer experience, and witty remarks, having debuted through a nationwide audition program. The production team stated, ″The sincerity of the two MCs, who understand the hearts of the contestants, has been a great driving force in moving the viewers’ hearts,″ adding, ″The ’Hoho Brothers’ will shine even brighter in Season 2, going beyond just hosting to uncover the real stories behind the scenes.″ They continued, ″Along with the cheerful chemistry created by Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho, we ask for your great anticipation to see who will become the ’2nd Legend’ to follow Seong-ri, the ’1st Legend.’″ Meanwhile, ″Unknown Legend - The Hierarchy War of Trot Men″ is accepting first-round contestant applications until Friday, August 28. Any man who wants to challenge trot can apply through the MBN website or by scanning the QR code on the recruitment poster. Season 2 is scheduled to air this winter.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Yong Bin announced that they will hold a solo concert in September. Kim Yong Bin appeared on KBS 1TV’s ″Morning Yard″ on July 21 and revealed the news of the solo concert for the first time. He said, ″I’m saying this for the first time today. I will have a solo concert in September. The date is already set. I plan to hold it on my birthday.″ The broadcast was conducted under the concept of a midsummer lively music concert, featuring Kim Yong Bin, Son Bin Ah, Cheon Rok Dam (Lee Jung), Chun Gil, Choi Jae Myeong, Nam Seung-min, and Choo Hyeokjin. Kim Yong Bin said, ″I am a rookie in variety shows. I made a chick sound on KBS 2TV’s ’Pyeonstorang,’″ demonstrating his talent of making a chick sound. Then Chun Gil imitated a rooster crowing, and Cheon Rok Dam joked, ″This is a very old rooster,″ which brought laughter among the cast.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS met actor Tom Cruise. On the 20th, RM posted a selfie with Tom Cruise on his SNS, leaving the caption ″king.″ In the photo released that day, the BTS members posed with Tom Cruise in what is presumed to be a waiting room. The members wore casual clothes such as hoodies, caps, and shirts instead of stage costumes, smiling or making V signs at the camera. Tom Cruise also naturally mingled with BTS and smiled. The meeting between BTS and Tom Cruise took place at the 2026 North and Central America World Cup final. BTS performed the halftime show, and Tom Cruise gave a speech.]]> FANNSTAR Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RIIZE will hold a fan meeting with fans to celebrate their 3rd debut anniversary. The event will take place on September 12 and 13 at the Inspire Arena in Incheon, under the name of the fan meeting ’Ch. RIIZE : ON AIR’. This fan meeting is planned with the concept of a special broadcast channel for RIIZE and their official fan club BRIIZE. Various segments will be prepared as if programs are being switched on an actual broadcast. The members added meaning to the event by incorporating ideas from the winning team of the 2:2:2 competition PT held at the fan party ’RIIZE OFFICE’ in May into the segments. For fans who cannot attend in person, a live broadcast is also scheduled through Beyond Live and Weverse. Fan meeting tickets can be reserved through NOL, with domestic pre-sale on July 27, global pre-sale on July 28, and general sale on July 29, sequentially. RIIZE achieved their 4th million-seller with initial sales of 1.28 million copies for their mini-album ’II’, released on June 15. This album topped major domestic and international charts, including the Japan Oricon Weekly Chart (July 6–12) for albums, overseas albums, and combined albums rankings, Billboard Japan Top Album Sales weekly chart, Circle Monthly Album Chart for June, Melon Global K-Chart daily and HOT100, and iTunes Top Album Chart number one in six regions worldwide.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KiiiKiii (Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Ha-eum, Kiya) will make a comeback on August 10 with their new album ’WhyKiiiKiii.’ This comeback comes about seven months after the release of their second mini-album ’Delulu Pack’ in January. On the 19th, KiiiKiii announced an update to their official website (https://kiiikiii.kr) through their official SNS and released teaser content for the new album ’WhyKiiiKiii.’ When accessing the website, a travel agency-style page appears, with the members introduced as tour guides. Centered around the ’WhyKiiiKiii’ package tour schedule, six time slots and themes were revealed, each featuring various retro mood concepts reminiscent of past beauty and cellphone advertisements, illustrations, high-teen movies, and magazines, emphasizing a Y2K aesthetic. The website features messages such as ″WhyKiiiKiii? Discover the Answer″ and ″Experience 6 summers, curated by the best guides,″ along with phrases introducing each schedule like ″In the Waikicon appearance zone, every shot is a perfect shot″ and ″The sweet and sour truth always reveals itself at convenience stores...″ Additionally, the website allows users to apply for the tour by entering their name, departure location, date, and ticket type, with a boarding pass issued showing the destination as ’Waikiki.’ KiiiKiii plans to sequentially reveal various comeback promotions through their official SNS and website. The new album is characterized by addressing the question ″Why KiiiKiii?″ in KiiiKiii’s unique way.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Kim Woo-bin shared updates on his recent life through various everyday photos. In the recently released pictures, Kim Woo-bin caught attention as he wore a white apron and patterned gloves, spreading both hands wide open with a playful expression. The photos were taken inside a hair salon, conveying a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. In another photo, he is seen sitting on a chair in a relaxed style, wearing a beige suit paired with slippers, enjoying a leisurely moment with his elbows resting on his knees while bathed in light coming through the window. A photo showing him walking while looking back, dressed in a black suit against the backdrop of a modern building exterior, added a sophisticated charm. Other scenes include him looking outside from inside a car, sitting and waiting at a shooting site, and smiling while holding documents and talking on the phone indoors. Especially in the photo where he is on a phone call, he wears accessories on his arm, revealing a neat yet stylish side. Kim Woo-bin has been actively working as an advertising model recently, naturally capturing customers’ changing daily lives through new campaigns. He also continuously shares warm energy by communicating with fans through his personal SNS. He is expected to meet fans through various activities in the future, raising anticipation.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Global pop star Jennie recently caught fans’ attention by sharing an update on social media. Jennie posted a photo set against a narrow alleyway, sharing a glimpse of her daily life. The photo, taken at a location where ancient architecture and stone walls blend together, attracted attention with its atmosphere different from usual. Recently, Jennie has been actively promoting her new song ″Dracula,″ a collaboration with Australian singer Tame Impala, which set a personal record on the US Billboard Hot 100 main singles chart. In addition, through this social media post, she hinted at the mood related to new music projects, raising fans’ expectations. Meanwhile, Jennie has solidified her position as a solo artist by headlining European festivals three times in a row. She especially received great responses at Spain’s Mad Cool Festival, showcasing her unique presence on the global stage. She plans to continue engaging with the public through various music activities and performance schedules.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SUGA recently captured fans’ attention by releasing his new song ″Merry Go Round″ along with a stylish black-and-white photo shoot. In the released photos, he is seen wearing a black suit, sitting in an indoor space decorated with murals, or standing against a hallway wall with prominent decorations, gazing directly at the camera. The sophisticated atmosphere combined with his calm expression evokes deep emotions. In another photo where he is comfortably lying on an outdoor sofa, he wears black pants and a patterned top, with camera equipment from the production site appearing in the background, suggesting the shoot is in progress. Other scenes highlight a serene mood set against vintage buildings, old walls, and doors. In the outdoor shots, he is also seen sitting on a sofa covered with a blanket, looking straight ahead. Meanwhile, SUGA is actively engaging with fans while performing on his European tour, including stages in London. As a member and producer of BTS, he plays a crucial role in expanding the team’s musical identity and is also actively pursuing his solo career. The photo shoot released alongside the new song showcases both his musical seriousness and artistic sensibility, receiving great acclaim.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT’s official SNS account announced that the 2026 RENJUN&CHENLE fan meeting ’ROOMMATE’ took place in Guangzhou. This fan meeting was a special event featuring NCT DREAM members RENJUN and CHENLE, eliciting enthusiastic responses from local NCTzens and fans. The fan meeting was held in a large concert hall, where the two members sat on stage wearing white short-sleeve t-shirts and jeans, spending time interacting with fans. RENJUN and CHENLE smiled brightly and looked straight ahead, creating a warm atmosphere. This event is one of various projects commemorating NCT’s 10th anniversary, regarded as a meaningful occasion where fans and members gathered to create precious memories. Information and content related to the fan meeting will continue to be updated through the official website. Fans expressed their anticipation and satisfaction with the fan meeting through SNS, saying, ″I’m grateful to be able to cheer in person,″ and ″The chemistry between the two was really great.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IVE member Liz attended a cosmetic brand popup store held in Seongsu-dong, showcasing her dazzling visuals. Wearing a sky-blue sleeveless dress, Liz introduced various cosmetics in person, displaying a diverse range of charms at the event. In particular, the moment she held a product in one hand while gazing straight ahead caught attention, showing a sophisticated atmosphere that perfectly matched the brand. In photos taken in a space where a metallic background and the brand logo harmonized, Liz emitted bright and lively energy, striking a cute pose while holding fruit models in both hands. At this event, Liz communicated with fans through SNS, announcing her collaboration with TONYMOLY. She shared the message, ″Join TONYMOLY Liz in Seongsu☺️💕,″ spreading a positive and energetic vibe. Meanwhile, Liz has been demonstrating her unique presence through active domestic and international activities. On the 16th, she departed for Tokyo, Japan, for overseas schedules, receiving high attention locally as well. She is gaining recognition in various fields by showcasing her distinctive style through numerous brand events and popup stores.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 EXO successfully completed the second day of their ’EXO PLANET #EXhOrizon’ tour held in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. At the venue, the members wore matching black uniforms and showcased perfect harmony on stage, continuing the passionate atmosphere by closely interacting with fans. In particular, the members stood side by side in front of a gray roller shutter backstage, flashing V signs with their hands and bright smiles that further illuminated the mood of the event. This tour is centered around the message ’We Are One, EXO,’ strengthening the bond with the fandom through special encounters with fans in each city. EXO plans to continue meeting fans worldwide by carrying out various global tour schedules in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jun Hyun-moo is drawing attention by wearing a Spanish soccer team uniform to cheer for the World Cup. Known for his excellent commentary skills and entertainment sense, Jun Hyun-moo is actively engaging with soccer fans as a sports commentator during this World Cup. Recently, Jun Hyun-moo posted on his SNS, ″Worship the Jun Hyun-moo Party!♡ I predicted Spain’s victory long ago 🇪🇸 #TalkPawn25Hours,″ along with a photo of himself wearing the Spanish uniform, showing his support for the Spanish national team. In the released photo, Jun Hyun-moo poses seriously wearing a sports jersey against the backdrop of a game broadcast on a TV screen, revealing his passion for commentary. Jun Hyun-moo, a former announcer turned broadcaster, has accumulated diverse broadcasting experience and recently leads various programs as a freelance MC. Thanks to his witty remarks and expertise, he provides viewers with both reliable commentary and entertainment. During this World Cup, Jun Hyun-moo is dedicated not only to game analysis and commentary but also to enhancing communication with fans, vividly conveying the atmosphere at the venue. His deep affection and support for the Spanish national team have especially resonated strongly with fans. Meanwhile, Jun Hyun-moo actively shares various aspects of his daily life with fans through SNS beyond broadcasting. His activities and support during this World Cup season are attracting much attention.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 HYBE introduces the 7-member girl group TUIDE through its new label ABD. On July 20, HYBE announced, ″The first girl group presented by HYBE’s new label ABD is named TUIDE.″ TUIDE’s official SNS channels were launched at midnight on the 20th, along with the release of the team’s logo motion video. The video features different colors naturally spreading to reveal the team name and logo. The team’s official Instagram account will be operated privately starting from the 21st for the time being. The team name TUIDE is derived from ″Tune the tide,″ meaning ″to adjust the flow.″ HYBE stated that it embodies the ambition to experience and harmonize various flows of the world to create new enjoyment. The members are Seohee, Seoyeon, Elena, Jia, Saki, Sea, and Hani, totaling seven. They plan to freely express their individual personalities while blending flexibly to deliver harmonious voices. The overall production of TUIDE is led by Han Seong-su, Master Professional (MP), who formerly served as the CEO of Pledis Entertainment. Han Seong-su has a track record of producing various K-pop artists such as Seventeen, After School, IZ*ONE, and TWS. HYBE explained that ABD was established as part of HYBE’s ″multi-label strategy″ to strengthen expertise and autonomy by label. The name is an acronym of the brand slogan ″A Bold Dream,″ aiming for creative ideas that are flexible and lively, imagining ″D after A and B, not C.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) sold out all seats for the opening performances of their first solo tour, ’2026 CORTIS TOUR IN INCHEON,’ held at Inspire Arena in Incheon from July 18 to 19. This concert marked the first schedule of their solo tour, taking place less than a year after their debut. The performance began with a group dance medley featuring ’YOUNGCREATORCREW,’ ’FaSHioN,’ and ’REDRED.’ CORTIS moved between the main stage, a cross-shaped protruding stage, the first-floor floor, and the stairs connecting to the second floor, engaging closely with fans. During the stage of the mini-album 2 track ’TNT,’ about 20 dancers joined to create a moship performance. In the mini-album 1 title track ’What You Want,’ the members led the audience in a sing-along corner, conducting the crowd themselves. During the performances of ’JoyRide,’ ’Lullaby,’ ’Blue Lips,’ and ’Wassup,’ official light sticks and phone flashes illuminated the audience. CORTIS said, ″It looks so good to see the lights on and the light sticks raised,″ and added, ″We are grateful and happy to be able to fill such a big stage less than a year after our debut.″ They continued, ″We exist because we perform on stage. Such a great culture and stage cannot be created without you. Please continue to be with us from now on.″ Meanwhile, CORTIS will be the only K-pop boy group to perform solo at ’Lollapalooza Chicago’ in the U.S. from July 31 to August 1 (local time) this year. Afterward, they will start their North American tour beginning in Toronto, Canada, on August 4, and their debut 1st-anniversary concert, ’2026 CORTIS TOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY,’ will be held at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul from August 22 to 23.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 V revealed several photos on SNS with a short message, creating a unique atmosphere. Recently, V posted photos showcasing various styles along with the caption ″Not normal tonight.″ In the pictures, he is sitting at a table wearing a blue top, with glasses filled with red liquid placed in front of him. His intense gaze directed at the camera and the scars on his face evoke a peculiar tension. In another photo, V is wearing a red leather suit, sitting in front of a mirror with a bright smile, displaying a contrasting charm. His large glasses and curly hair are striking, and the luxurious interior decoration enhances the mood. Additionally, moments captured include him wearing a leopard print coat and lying naturally on a sofa, showing diverse scenes. V has always challenged fashion and image transformations while communicating with fans, but these recently released photos highlight his unique and artistic sensibility, attracting attention. Meanwhile, V continues to be active in various fields, recognized for his global influence and serving as a global brand ambassador. Recently, he also drew attention by showcasing his distinctive presence at an event held in Paris.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS successfully concluded their European tour with the ’BTS World Tour ’Arirang’ in Paris’ held at Stade de France in Paris, France. During this tour, BTS performed 10 shows across five cities: Madrid, Spain; Brussels, Belgium; London, United Kingdom; Munich, Germany; and Paris, France. A total of 717,000 spectators attended the concerts, with all shows selling out immediately upon ticket release. At each regional performance, the folk song ″Arirang″ was sung in unison in Korean, and audiences holding Taegeukgi flags were prominent. Some attendees enjoyed the concert wearing hanbok. Notably, the Paris concert gathered 92,000 attendees per show, setting the record for the highest single-show attendance in BTS’s concert history. They had previously concluded their 2019 ’BTS World Tour ’Love Yourself: Speak Yourself’’ European performances at the same venue, marking the finale of their tour at Stade de France again after 7 years and 1 month. On the 17th, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife visited the venue, attracting attention. The members stated, ″We were truly happy and grateful to know that so many people love us. From the start of the European tour to Paris, we were very happy. It was so moving that we wondered when we would ever perform in front of so many people like this again.″ They also said in French, ″The city of fashion, gastronomy, and romance. And the city with the best ARMY (fanbase). Paris has everything we love. We will definitely come back.″ Jin recalled his experience as a torchbearer for the ’2024 Paris Summer Olympics’ saying, ″I was with you all on the beautiful streets then, and I am really happy to be together again. Thank you for making such a wonderful day for us.″ Positive reviews from local media continued. Le Parisien described the concert as an explosive and rich show, while Le Monde introduced BTS as ″the group that brought K-pop to the top of the global music industry.″ They also analyzed the journey from their debut to the present, noting that after a hiatus, the group became more united and stronger. The German daily Die Welt highlighted BTS’s return and the global spread of K-pop, introducing them as one of the most successful pop groups of the current era. During the European tour, BTS set several records. They became the first Korean artists to perform at Brussels’ King Baudouin Stadium and Munich’s Allianz Arena, and at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, they set the record for the highest attendance per concert in the venue’s history. The cities where the concerts were held became lively. According to Costa, a global real estate and hotel data company, the Madrid hotel industry recorded the highest revenue per available room ever in June. Costa analyzed that the BTS concerts on the 26th and 27th of last month were among the major events influencing hotel demand. In fact, local hotel occupancy reached 89.5% on the first day of the concert. In London, ’BTS The City Arirang - London’ was held, a cultural event where fandom, citizens, and tourists came together. A city festival incorporating the artists’ narratives and music took place at major landmarks such as the London Eye, the River Thames, and the British Museum. Meanwhile, on the 20th (Korean time), BTS will be co-headliners of the halftime show at the final of the ’2026 FIFA North and Central America World CupTM’ held at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States. They are scheduled to share the stage with Madonna, Shakira, and Justin Bieber, adding significance as the first-ever halftime performance in World Cup final history.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 JTBC’s ″Tokpawon 25 Hours″ will feature various virtual travels and noodle cooking competitions set in New York, USA; Guadalajara, Mexico; Japan; and China in the broadcast on the 20th. Singer Lee Chan-won and Chef Jung Ho-young will appear on the show. The New York segment includes a scene searching for Marilyn Monroe’s iconic moments, and Lee Chan-won mentioned, ″If you look closely, she was actually a very smart person.″ After a video of eating New York strip steak was shown, Lee Chan-won asked Chef Jung Ho-young, ″Chef, can you tell the cut just by looking?″ to which Chef Jung replied, ″No, it just looks delicious.″ Additionally, a noodle competition featuring Tokyo’s tantanmen and Chinese crab meat noodles, a noodle dough performance, and the hidden secrets of a unique soba restaurant in Japan will be introduced. In the Guadalajara, Mexico tour, a scene was revealed where Tokpawon Kim Beom-soo appears as a staff member in front of Yang Se-chan and Jun Hyun-moo. Lee Chan-won showed a surprised reaction, saying ″Oh?″ when the three met. The broadcast will air at 8:50 PM on the 20th.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS Jungkook performed the traditional folk song ″Arirang″ in a gugak style at the Stade de France concert in Paris, France. Following the Munich concert in Germany, Jungkook sang the ″Arirang~ crossing over the hill~″ section with vocal breaks on the Paris stage as well. This scene was shared as a video on an online community, receiving various reactions such as ″He even masters folk songs,″ ″The vocal breaks are artistic,″ and ″Jungkook doesn’t limit himself to genres, he sings so well.″ BTS returned to Stade de France in Paris after seven years, attracting 180,000 spectators over two days. It was reported that 92,000 people gathered per concert, setting a new record for the largest audience in a single show. The venue was filled with fans singing along in Korean. On the first day of the concert, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife attended, waving the official light stick ″ARMY Bomb″ while watching the performance. President Macron posted a video he personally recorded along with a congratulatory message on social media after the concert. Jungkook showed tears while singing the final song of the concert, and in his closing remarks, he said, ″This is the last one. Honestly, before falling asleep last night, thinking that it was the last night in Paris made my heart ache. From the start of the European tour to Paris, I was so, so happy, so I think I really don’t want to leave. I will miss you all so much. So I will come back as soon as possible.″ He then expressed to the local fans in French, ″I love you! (Je vous aime!)″ After finishing the European tour, BTS moved to the United States. Jungkook became the first K-pop idol to perform on the World Cup stage twice, appearing at the 2022 Qatar World Cup opening ceremony and the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA North America World Cup final. BTS members participated as co-headliners alongside Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and others.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWS proved their ticket power by selling out all concert tickets in two cities in the Greater China region. According to Pledis Entertainment, fan club pre-sales and general sales for the ’2026 TWS TOUR ’24/7:FOR:YOU’’ Kaohsiung concert held on the 18th and 19th were completely sold out. This concert will take place at Kaohsiung Arena on October 24. Previously, the Macau concert also sold out immediately upon ticket release. The concert held in Seoul last June was also successfully held, attracting about 18,000 attendees over two days. TWS began their first full-scale Asia tour starting with the Seoul concert. This tour will be held 15 times across 8 cities. Starting with Fukuoka from August 28 to 30, followed by Hyogo from September 4 to 6, Kanagawa from September 12 to 13, Macau from September 19 to 20, Bangkok on September 26, Singapore on October 10, and Kaohsiung on October 24. TWS will meet their global fandom 42 (Sai) in each city. Meanwhile, TWS will release their second Japanese single, ’SODA SODA,’ on August 4. The title track of the same name is a song that sings about the shining moments of youth, with Kyungmin, Youngjae, and Jihoon credited as composers. Along with this, large-scale promotions to commemorate the new release will also be held in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ATEEZ successfully concluded the 2026 fan meeting ″ATINY’S VOYAGE: TINY MYSTERY,″ held in Seoul from July 17 to 19. This fan meeting was conducted with the concept of creating mysterious episodes that cannot be explained by logic together with the official fandom, ATINY. The performance began with an opening act full of mysterious atmosphere, and ATEEZ performed various songs such as ″Ghost,″ ″Wake Up,″ ″NASA,″ ″INCEPTION,″ and ″Answer.″ The setlist also included title tracks and album songs like ″BAD,″ ″WAVE,″ ″WORK,″ and ″Adrenaline.″ The members also presented unit stages. San and Wooyoung reinterpreted TVXQ’s ″MIROTIC,″ Seonghwa and Mingi performed Trouble Maker’s ″Trouble Maker,″ Yunho and Jongho covered The Jadu’s ″We Need to Talk,″ and Hongjoong and Yeosang reinterpreted KARA’s ″Pretty Girl″ in their own styles. Additionally, for the cover stage of CUTIE STREET’s ″Can’t I Just Be Cute?″ the members appeared wearing outfits in different colors. Various segments for communication with fans were also prepared. Games and talk corners followed, including ″Let’s Gho-steez,″ a relay mission completed within a time limit, and ″Mystery Marble,″ where two teams drew random cards to carry out missions. After the performance, ATEEZ expressed gratitude to the fans, saying, ″I really thought a lot about which stage you would like, and I felt proud to receive such loud cheers and applause. I hope today’s memories will remain as a source of strength for living forward.″ Meanwhile, after the Seoul performance, ATEEZ plans to continue the fan meeting for three days from August 4 to 6 at K-Arena Yokohama in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X Kihyun concluded the promotions for the title track ″So Good″ from his second mini-album ″Borderline″ on SBS’s ″Inkigayo″ on the 19th. During this promotion, Kihyun showcased a stage that combined band sound, vocals, and fans’ support, demonstrating live singing and stage presence on music shows. The ″So Good″ vocal challenge featured various senior and junior artists including Monsta X Shownu, FTISLAND’s Lee Hong-gi, Kibbit Up’s Taehwan, Kim Sooyoung, SF9’s Inseong, ATEEZ Jongho, Yebit, STAYC Yoon, Soran’s Go Young-bae, Apink’s Jung Eun-ji, AMP’s Ha Yujun, IDIT’s Choo Yuchan, Sunwoo Jung-a, CRAVITY’s Woobin, BTOB’s Seo Eunkwang, Teen Top’s Niel, K.Will, Dragon Pony’s Ahn Taekyu, WJSN’s Yoo Yeon-jung, ZEROBASEONE Kim Taerae, Daybreak’s Lee Won-seok, and more. Through his agency Starship Entertainment, Kihyun expressed, ″This promotion was a stage created together with Monbebe. I felt grateful and overwhelmed by the support and sincerity. The reason I can make music and stand on stage is thanks to all of you who wait for me,″ adding, ″I will continue to repay that feeling on stage.″ ″Borderline″ is Kihyun’s new album released after about 3 years and 9 months, carrying a message of trusting one’s own choices rather than worrying while standing on the boundary. The title track ″So Good″ depicts the determination to believe in oneself despite others’ gazes, characterized by escalating guitar riffs and Kihyun’s high notes. Meanwhile, Kihyun is currently conducting the ″2026 Monsta X World Tour [The X: Nexus]″ and plans to continue various activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong and Young Tak publicly revealed that they are soccer fans. On the morning of the 20th, Lim Young Woong posted a photo on his SNS holding a ’FIFA WORLD CUP 2026’ access card. Earlier, starting from the 18th, he shared images of traveling in New York, USA with acquaintances, showing his anticipation for the World Cup final. Young Tak also showed interest in the final match. In the early morning of the 20th, Young Tak posted a photo watching the final while leaning on a sofa wearing an Argentina jersey signed by several players. In the final held at the New York-New Jersey stadium in the United States at 4 a.m. (Korean time) on the same day, Argentina lost to Spain 0-1. Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, played the match but was overwhelmed by Spain’s strong physicality and precise passing, relinquishing the title of ’world’s best in soccer’ after four years. Four years earlier, in the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Argentina had won the championship. Lim Young Woong and Young Tak gained popularity by winning first place and second place respectively on TV Chosun’s ’Tomorrow is Mr. Trot,’ and have continued their friendship by celebrating each other’s birthdays and more.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Kwon Eunbi is attracting attention by revealing a relaxed and bright daily life in the city. Recently, Kwon Eunbi posted photos on her SNS showing her wearing a white short-sleeve T-shirt and jeans, holding a beverage can in one hand. With her short orange hair style standing out, Kwon Eunbi communicated with fans through natural expressions, either looking straight ahead or smiling brightly against the backdrop of city streets. In particular, the MUJI store and various billboards in the background added to the lively urban atmosphere. Along with the photos, Kwon Eunbi wrote, ″I see it, I take it, this is happiness,″ sharing the small joys of everyday life. This post was made in collaboration with a specific beverage brand, showcasing a trendy sensibility and comfortable charm that drew fans’ interest. Recently, Kwon Eunbi has been active in various fields, standing out not only in music activities but also in advertising, appearing as the main figure in large outdoor advertisements. Fans express their expectations that Kwon Eunbi will continue to thrive in various areas with her unique style and bright energy.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong has set a record by surpassing 14.2 billion official cumulative streams on Melon. According to Melon, as of 9 a.m. on July 18, Lim Young Woong recorded 14.2 billion cumulative streams. This means that 100 million streams were added in 20 days since surpassing 14.1 billion on June 28, averaging about 5 million streams per day over approximately three weeks. Lim Young Woong continues to steadily increase their record even after being named to the ’Diamond Club,’ which is awarded to artists with over 10 billion cumulative streams on Melon. They maintain the top spot for the highest cumulative streams among all artists in Melon’s history and stand at the top as a solo artist in a music market dominated by major K-pop groups. Lim Young Woong’s music is loved over a long period, with not only new releases but also previously released songs consistently played. The cohesion of the fan club ’Youngwoongsi Dae’ and listeners across various age groups support this record. Broadcast and performance activities are ongoing as well. Lim Young Woong is currently appearing on SBS variety show ’Mountain Village Bachelor Youngwoong,’ revealing daily life off stage, and plans to hold the stadium concert ’IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2’ at Goyang Sports Complex in September.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TVXQ’s Yunho held his first solo concert, ’U-KNOW PROJECT 26 : SCENE#1,’ at the Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in Seoul from July 17 to 19, meeting an audience of about 10,000 people. This concert was the first chapter of a project that realizes Yunho’s unique worldview, combining music and performance, storytelling that depicts his growth from childhood to the present, and direction reminiscent of musicals. Various stages such as ’Time Machine,’ ’Follow,’ ’Set In Stone,’ ’Need You Right Now,’ ’Tarantino,’ ’Thank U,’ ’Body Language,’ and ’Stretch’ were presented during the performance, and the ’Vuja De’ stage featured a large curtain and wire jump performance. In particular, the concept of ’Young Yunho’ appearing to connect the past and present drew attention. Yunho personally led the overall process, including the planning stage and casting of ’Young Yunho,’ and performed wearing the same outfit as ’Young Yunho’ on the ’DROP’ and ’Spotlight’ stages. Additionally, the VCR featuring a storyline where the stage is cleared guided by artificial intelligence (AI) was produced with the participation of Super Junior Shindong. Yunho actively gave his opinions on the connection between the VCR and the worldview of the new single ’Time’s Tickin’’ music video, as well as on the video editing process. The concert featured the first live performances of the new songs ’Time’s Tickin’’ and ’An Ordinary Story,’ and during the encore, Yunho sang ’26 Take-off,’ interacting closely with fans. Yunho expressed his gratitude to fans, saying, ″This performance was made with the strength of many people. Thank you for being here, and it feels warm to see fans up close after a long time.″ He added, ″This album is like a new game and stage for me. I hope you all enjoy it together.″ Meanwhile, Yunho’s new single ’Time’s Tickin’’ will be released at 6 p.m. on the 20th. The album includes the title track of the same name and ’An Ordinary Story.’ Performances will continue in major Asian cities starting in Macau on the 8th of next month. Meanwhile, SHINee’s Key showed support by posting a photo with Yunho on his social media on July 19. Key attended the concert in person that day. After leaving a variety show in December last year, Key made his comeback in June with SHINee’s sixth mini-album ’Atmos.’]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tvN Monday-Tuesday drama ’Tomorrow’s Employment!’ released various stills on July 20th depicting the changing relationship between Kang Si-woo (played by Seo In-guk) and Cha Ji-yoon (played by Park Ji-hyun). The stills captured Ji-yoon walking ahead alone while Si-woo silently follows behind. Although they are together, they are unable to walk side by side as before, revealing that the distance between them is not easily closed. Additionally, there is a scene where Ji-yoon returns home and carefully places a doll given by Si-woo next to a baseball, gazing at it for a long time, and another where she receives a text from Si-woo but struggles to reply. In the previous episode, their attempt to be considerate of each other led to misunderstandings, causing a rift in Si-woo and Ji-yoon’s relationship. Ji-yoon expressed her feelings by saying, ″Why do I have to bear the burden of your past?″ Si-woo apologized, but ultimately, they turned their backs on each other. In the preview for episode 9, when Ji-yoon asks, ″Have you found the answer?″ Si-woo responds, ″I can’t change the past, but can’t I change the present?″ as he approaches her again. The released stills show Ji-yoon visiting Si-woo’s house, where the two silently embrace each other. Episode 9 of ’Tomorrow’s Employment!’ will air on the 20th at 8:50 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Netflix original series ″Donggung″ has attracted attention by ranking first in the domestic series category since its release on the 17th. The story follows Gucheon (Nam Joo-hyuk), who has the ability to traverse the world of ghosts, and Saenggang (No Yoon-seo), an inspection court lady with secrets, as they uncover the truth behind the curse that haunts Donggung. Jo Seung-woo appears as the king who confronts the abyssal ghosts, and Kwak Dong-yeon, Jang Young-nam, Tae In-ho, Hwang Young-hee, Hong Seo-jun, and Lee Hong-nae also star, enhancing the work’s completeness. No Yoon-seo plays Saenggang, the inspection court lady who can hear the voices of ghosts, leading the story as she pursues the curse of Donggung and the secrets of the royal family. Initially, Saenggang clashes with Gucheon at every turn but gradually they come to understand and rely on each other, showing relentless determination toward the truth of the pond ghost. She delivers intense performances in action scenes using bow and sword, as well as in scenes with blood makeup. In the latter part of the drama, she creates tension in a confrontation scene with the king. No Yoon-seo shared behind-the-scenes photos from the set on her SNS with the caption ″Saenggang.″ In the photos, she is seen waiting on set in various hanbok outfits, staring at the camera with blood makeup, and showing playful gestures, revealing a charming contrast. ″Donggung″ draws viewers’ interest with its distinctly Korean-themed world and mysterious development. Nam Joo-hyuk takes on the role of Gucheon as his first project after military discharge, and No Yoon-seo challenges herself with her first historical drama through this work. Some viewers expressed disappointment with the actors’ performances and the quality of the CG. ″Donggung″ is available to watch on Netflix.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Girls’ Generation’s Kwon Yuri revealed her daily life in Jeju through SNS. On the 19th, Kwon Yuri posted several photos on her SNS with the caption ″Duri’s mother.″ In the photos, Kwon Yuri is seen sitting barefoot on the basalt rocks by the Jeju seaside, smiling while holding her dog Duri in her arms. She also shared a natural Jeju lifestyle wearing comfortable clothes such as a short-sleeved T-shirt, shorts, and a hat. She also revealed a scene where her dog Donggri approaches Duri and the moment when the two dogs greet each other for the first time. In the photo with the phrase ″Meeting of Donggri and Dui,″ Kwon Yuri smiled while holding Duri in her arms. As another aspect of her life in Jeju, Kwon Yuri showed animal welfare eggs with shell number 1 produced in the Aewol area. She introduced them as ″Trip Farms made by Aewol dads,″ adding the phrases ″a free membership receiving shell number 1 eggs at home every month for 3 years,″ ″Trip Farms eggs from a free-range environment, not narrow cages,″ and ″supporting animal welfare farms.″ Kwon Yuri’s life in Jeju was also revealed recently through the MBC variety show ’I Live Alone.’ On the show, Kwon Yuri said, ″I’m nervous because this is the first time among Girls’ Generation members to reveal my daily life,″ and explained the reason she started living in Jeju: ″When I was actively promoting, the glamorous lights and endless schedules gave me happiness and popularity, but my personal life felt empty.″ She continued, ″In Jeju, I focus more on living. I live in harmony with nature more than it appears, with the mindset of ’Kwon Yuri, you can do it. Just try.’″ When Kian84 asked about the age of her Jeju house on the show, Kwon Yuri responded to the question, ″Isn’t it about 9 million won?″ by saying, ″It’s much less, but similar. Much, much less.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SHINee member Key revealed his visit to support Yunho’s first solo concert. On the 19th, Key posted several photos on his personal SNS account without any explanation. The released photos showed Key posing at the concert venue with Yunho, a member of TVXQ and a senior from the same agency. The two made an ’L’ shape with their hands and smiled warmly. Key showcased a sky-blue hat and a hip styling. There were also moments that showed their friendly senior-junior relationship. Key shared an update after a month through an SNS post. Previously, after the controversy surrounding Park Narae’s ″Jusaimo″ during their joint appearance on MBC’s ″I Live Alone″ last December, he withdrew from programs such as tvN’s ″Amazing Saturday″ and took a break. Since then, he resumed activities in May with the SHINee concert and has been communicating with fans.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jennie posted a photo with a man on her personal SNS on the 18th without any explanation. In the photo, Jennie leaned affectionately on the man’s shoulder, and the man’s face was covered with a heart. This post sparked curiosity about the meaning of the photo. Interest grew over whether the photo was related to a new album or had another intention. Jennie publicly dated EXO member Kai in 2019 but broke up after one month. Since then, she has also been involved in dating rumors with singer G-Dragon and BTS member V.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Ailee addressed rumors about her pregnancy. Ailee and her husband Choi Si-hoon shared footage of their vacation to Miyakojima, Japan, on their YouTube channel ″Illine Marriage Diary.″ The video showed the couple continuing their trip despite the rainy weather, including a mishap where they mistakenly entered the wrong restaurant. It was revealed that Choi Si-hoon confused the restaurant entrance and went into a different place. In the video, Ailee mentioned that after attempting in vitro fertilization, she gained 2 to 3 kilograms by eating various foods for her health. Regarding this, Choi Si-hoon said, ″It’s okay to gain a little weight,″ addressing the pregnancy rumors sparked by Ailee’s recent weight gain. He expressed discomfort, saying, ″I’m not the one involved, but I got upset.″ Choi Si-hoon said, ″We’ve been through so much frustration during the IVF process. Although it will be tough, we started sharing everything on YouTube to document these moments, cherish the memories for a long time, and be thankful if good things happen.″ Ailee confessed, ″While doing IVF, I was supposed to gain weight and get healthier, but it was so hard and stressful that I kept losing weight.″ Choi Si-hoon added, ″Since she is currently in the recovery process, she needs to eat well and regain her health. A reporter might have written the article without knowing the facts, but if they publish that she is pregnant...″ Ailee asked, ″Haven’t you received a lot of congratulatory messages?″ Choi Si-hoon replied, ″My friends keep congratulating me. Just yesterday, two people congratulated me. After a long time, a certain CEO came and said, ’Congratulations on Ailee’s pregnancy.’″ Ailee said, ″I’ve been eating a lot of delicious food and getting healthier. Since I’ve been taking care of myself, I did gain weight. That’s a fact.″ Choi Si-hoon added, ″If someone complains about her gaining weight, they’re going to have a ’yacharu’ with me. Right away, ’yacha.’″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Oksun and Youngsoo, contestants from the 30th season of ″I Am Solo,″ have promised to get married. After choosing each other as their final partners on the ENA and SBS Plus variety show ″I Am Solo,″ which aired last March, the two developed a real romantic relationship and have been affectionately called the ″Oksudong Couple.″ On the 18th, a video titled ″Oksudong Couple Stops Dating″ was released on Oksun and Youngsoo’s YouTube channel. In the video, the two traveled to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Youngsoo had prepared a watch as a gift for a proposal but faced difficulties at customs. Oksun waited without knowing the situation, and Youngsoo revealed that he was nervous about the plan being exposed. On the third day of the trip, Youngsoo gave Oksun a handwritten letter at a reserved restaurant. When Oksun showed emotion while reading the letter, Youngsoo presented the watch as a proposal gift. Oksun joked, ″Aren’t you supposed to give it while kneeling?″ Youngsoo replied, ″I really can’t do that. Absolutely not.″ Oksun looked surprised upon receiving the watch, and Youngsoo said, ″Why do you seem like you’re about to cry when you get the watch but not when you read the letter?″ Oksun, tearfully, said, ″Thank you,″ then asked, ″Are we really getting married? Did you just propose to me?″ Youngsoo answered, ″You have to marry me.″ Oksun happily responded, ″Of course.″ Afterward, Oksun read the letter Youngsoo wrote several times, showing her emotions, and Youngsoo said, ″Every trip was planned for my proposal,″ confirming that the proposal was successful.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Park Myung-soo revealed his experience with psychiatric counseling and emphasized the importance of mental health care. On the KBS CoolFM show ″Park Myung-soo’s Radio Show″ aired on the 20th, psychiatrist Lee Kyung-joon appeared as a guest on the ″Legendary Master″ segment. On that day, Park Myung-soo mentioned the recent increase in counseling using AI and shared that he himself had asked AI questions regarding legal or tax issues. Park Myung-soo said, ″Besides that, I heard there are many people who consult AI a lot about their worries.″ Specialist Lee Kyung-joon responded about AI counseling, ″There are many people these days,″ and explained, ″At first, I was very concerned when it first came out. After it was introduced, people came to the hospital with results from AI counseling. I thought it might take away jobs, but as time passed and it progressed, I realized it can be used as an aid, and the actual treatment needs to be done in person.″ Park Myung-soo also revealed that he had experience receiving counseling at a psychiatric clinic. He said, ″Sometimes when I feel depressed or can’t sleep, I go to the hospital for counseling. I was anxious at first. I wondered, ’Will they see me as strange if I go in?’ so I opened the door wide and went in, and there were about 15 people lined up,″ adding, ″I thought, ’Are there this many people?’ It was the first time I saw so many people at a psychiatric clinic. They were lined up in a row. It’s not something to hide.″ He continued, ″I think it’s better to think of it as catching a cold in your head or brain,″ urging people to let go of prejudices about visiting psychiatric clinics.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS V revealed photos he took himself at the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final. On the 20th, V posted a selfie with the World Cup final stadium in the background on his SNS, along with the caption ″Still Red Devils.″ In the photo, V was wearing a red headscarf and looking at the camera, and the red headscarf reminded viewers of the official cheering squad of the South Korean national soccer team, the ″Red Devils.″ This photo, taken with the stadium full of spectators, conveyed the excitement of the final match venue. Earlier, on the 19th (local time), BTS appeared as a co-headliner in the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA. This final was the first in the 96-year history of the FIFA World Cup to feature a halftime show, and BTS performed alongside Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and others. The phrase ″Still Red Devils″ revealed by V expressed his affection for Korean soccer even on the World Cup final stage.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 YouTuber Kim Ji-young announced that she gave birth to a daughter. On the 20th, Kim Ji-young shared a photo of her daughter on her SNS, saying, ″Her curly hair is so cute,″ and added, ″I gave birth to Pobi this morning. It’s truly thanks to everyone’s support. Now, I’m off to become a doting mom.″ Before giving birth, Kim Ji-young posted, ″What timing. I was hospitalized almost immediately after uploading the video. I’ll do my best to welcome the guest I’ve waited for ten months,″ along with photos of her in the hospital and her husband Yoon Soo-young by her side. On the 19th, she uploaded a video titled ″The Last Record Before Becoming a Mom″ on her YouTube channel, showing her full-term pregnancy. In the video, Kim Ji-young said, ″I diligently applied stretch mark cream, but I still got a lot of stretch marks. Maybe because it’s the last month, I feel like the baby has dropped a bit.″ She also said, ″I’ve decided to take a short break after this video. Since I started my YouTube channel, I’ve greeted viewers once a week, and even though I’m only taking about a two-month break, it feels awkward to rest.″ She continued, ″I plan to spend time adapting with Pobi (the baby’s nickname) for two months. It’s a moment you don’t often experience in life. How many times will this happen in a lifetime? Because it’s such a precious time, I want to fully connect and focus on Pobi.″ Kim Ji-young became known after appearing on Channel A’s dating reality show Heart Signal 4 in 2023, and she married Yoon Soo-young, the head of a book club community, in February.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jung Ho-yeon attracted attention by attending the official event of the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup final. On the 20th, BH Entertainment released several photos on their official SNS showing Jung Ho-yeon at the final venue. In the photos, Jung Ho-yeon wore a pink halter-neck dress and smiled brightly with the stadium in the background. Her unique proportions and elegant posture stood out. As a Louis Vuitton global ambassador, Jung Ho-yeon attended the official trophy unveiling event held before the final. She carried the official trunk case onto the field and performed a ceremony unveiling the championship trophy. This is the first time a Korean actor has participated in an official event of the World Cup final. Meanwhile, Jung Ho-yeon is also meeting audiences in theaters through director Na Hong-jin’s new film, Hope.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Lee Da-hae appeared as a special MC on SBS’s ″My Ugly Duckling″ and announced that she is 18 weeks pregnant. Lee Da-hae chose the baby’s nickname as Heaven and revealed that she is expecting a daughter. She said that she and her husband had agreed to name their daughter Ellie, but they have not decided on the name yet. Shin Dong-yup mentioned that Lee Da-hae’s Shanghai home, which she personally decorated, had become a hot topic. The broadcast revealed the interior of the Shanghai house, decorated in white tones and wood materials. It showcased a spacious area combined with stylish furniture. Lee Da-hae explained that she is preparing for childbirth in both her homes in Korea and China. She was surprised by the amount of baby products but noted that all of them are necessary as she prepares. Han Hye-jin’s mother said that the best time is when the baby is still in the womb, and Lee Da-hae joked that she heard it becomes harder after the baby is born. Shin Dong-yup also agreed that the preparation period for childbirth is a happy time. In May, Lee Da-hae shared her pregnancy news on her SNS and received many congratulations. She married singer Seven in 2023 and revealed her newlywed life the same year through SBS’s ″Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny.″ Currently, Lee Da-hae is active mainly in China and also serves as an advisor for the Shanghai-based content company ″Sesang.″ ″My Ugly Duckling″ airs every Sunday at 9 PM on SBS.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Hwang Garam is gaining attention on the YouTube Music chart with the remake song ″Friend.″ ″Friend,″ released by Hwang Garam on the 9th, ranked 29th on the Korea Weekly Popular Songs chart on YouTube Music (for July 10–16). As of the 19th, it also appeared at 10th on the Rising Popular Music chart and reached as high as 7th on the Daily Popular Music Video chart, receiving enthusiastic responses from listeners. ″Friend″ is originally the song ″朋友 (Pengyou)″ by Taiwanese singer Zhou Huajian, and in 2003, Ahn Jae-wook released a Korean version titled ″Friendship Song,″ with lyrics by Shim Hyun-bo. Hwang Garam reinterpreted ″Friend″ with his unique voice, delivering a touching performance. In the released music video, Hwang Garam sings about the preciousness of friendship with delicate emotional expression and a compelling tone. The lyrics, ″When the world breaks me down, I pour a drink. Soon, our days will come,″ evoke memories of friends. Kim Kyo-sik, CEO of production company HNS HQ, said, ″It is meaningful that the sincerity to convey the original song’s emotion with today’s sensibility has reached many people,″ and promised to continue presenting high-quality music and content. Hwang Garam previously received love on various music and karaoke charts with ″I Am a Firefly,″ and released this year’s new song ″Loved, Loved, Loved.″ Recently, he has been communicating with fans by performing on various festival stages. Hwang Garam’s ″Friend″ is available on various online music platforms.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The rock band NELL will hold a solo concert titled ″NELL’S SEASON 2026 ’ONLY ONE’″ at YES24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, from August 28 to 30. This performance is the second solo concert of the year following the concert commemorating the release of their full-length album ″X″ in May. Celebrating their 23rd year since debut, NELL is preparing a live stage worthy of the title ″ONLY ONE.″ NELL stated, ″Even if we play the same song hundreds of times, there is a sound that can only be completed with today’s fingertips, breath, and the faces gathered today,″ adding, ″That is why the stage is always only once, and we stand on stage to capture those unique moments that will never come back.″ They continued, ″The meeting of those unique things creates a once-in-a-lifetime night, and we call the name of that one and only night ’Only One.’″ In this concert, NELL plans to offer the audience a special experience through the true value of the band’s live performance and overwhelming sound rather than flashy production. Meanwhile, ticket reservations for the ″NELL’S SEASON 2026 [ONLY ONE]″ concert will be available from 8 PM on the 20th through YES24 Tickets and KREAM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV variety show ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ aired the first story of the ’2026 Summer Workshop’ held on the 19th in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. In this episode, the members competed for the right to use a half-day off, achieving a nationwide Nielsen Korea viewership rating of 6.4%, ranking first in the same time slot. The scene where the DinDin & Lee Jun team won the final mission recorded a peak rating of 8.9% per minute. At the beginning of the broadcast, the production team divided the members into mentors and mentees based on their fixed joining dates. Kim Jong-min & Lee Yong-jin, Moon Se-yoon & Lee Ki-taek, and DinDin & Lee Jun each formed a team. DinDin played the mentor role by telling Lee Jun, ″Why are you laughing? Don’t laugh. This is not a place to laugh,″ and told Lee Ki-taek, ″Taking a half-day off just two months after joining is not right.″ This workshop introduced the ’half-day off usage right’ for the first time, which allowed members to skip all schedules on the second day, attracting their interest. The right was given to the winning team through a lottery using balls distributed differently based on mission results. Also, the production team gave encouragement money to the members, but it was frozen in ice, and the members tried various ways to melt the ice. Lee Jun showed enthusiasm by taking off his top and putting the ice under his armpits in a sleeveless outfit. As a result of the mission, the Se-yoon & Ki-taek team earned 12,000 won, the DinDin & Lee Jun team earned 2,000 won, and the Jong-min & Yong-jin team did not earn any encouragement money. In the ’Luck Marathon’ held at Sinjeongho Garden, Lee Yong-jin and Lee Jun took first and second place respectively. Lee Ki-taek sprinted wearing flippers and crossed the finish line in third place at the last moment. Then, in the ’All the World’s Composite Quiz’ mission held at Asan Gangdanggol Valley, the DinDin & Lee Jun team ranked first, the Jong-min & Yong-jin team second, and the Se-yoon & Ki-taek team third. The first-place team received a table of baeksuk (chicken soup), the second-place team got one small plate, and the third-place team ate baeksuk in a small bowl. The members moved to Oeam Folk Village to take on the final mission, ’Tube Popping.’ The DinDin & Lee Jun team won first place and gained 5 additional lottery balls. In the end, the Se-yoon & Ki-taek team secured 8 balls, the Jong-min & Yong-jin team 11 balls, and the DinDin & Lee Jun team 15 balls. ’2 Days & 1 Night Season 4’ airs every Sunday at 6:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Keyveatz, the first girl crew under AOMG, successfully completed their music show promotions with their debut song ″OXY.″ Keyveatz (Yui, Kang Yesul, Eom Jiwon, Son Juwon, Kim Yuna) wrapped up their music show activities for the title track ″OXY″ from their first EP ″OXY_GEN″ on MBC’s ″Show! Music Core″ aired on the 18th. Over approximately three weeks, they showcased their unique hip-hop style and polished skills on various music show stages. All five members proved their solid capabilities through live performances using handheld microphones. ″OXY_GEN″ is an album featuring a distinctive music style based on subculture and underground culture, with the title track ″OXY″ expressing Keyveatz’s boldness and energy. Keyveatz revealed their unique color as a team through powerful performances, relaxed stage manners, and trendy styling. Additionally, they communicated with global fans by revealing honest moments preparing the album and stages through their own content ″ARCHIVE.″ Alongside their music activities, Keyveatz achieved remarkable results on global charts. As of the 19th, the title track ″OXY″ surpassed 1 million streams on Spotify, and the pre-release track ″Key Beats″ also exceeded 1 million streams. The album’s total cumulative streams reached 2.8 million. ″OXY″ entered the iTunes Taiwan Top Songs chart, the hip-hop/rap top songs charts in Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, Germany, and Taiwan, as well as the Apple Music hip-hop/rap top songs charts in Laos and Uruguay. The EP ″OXY_GEN″ ranked on the Apple Music hip-hop/rap top albums charts in 20 regions including Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Chile, and New Zealand. It also secured top positions on iTunes hip-hop/rap top albums charts, ranking number one in the Netherlands and Australia, number two in the UK and Denmark, and within the top 10 in Turkey, Canada, and Japan across nine regions. Based on their achievements on global indicators during their debut promotions, Keyveatz plans to continue engaging with fans in various ways going forward.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Ye-jun’s new song ″Night Without an Umbrella″ ranked 35th on the Korea YouTube Music Weekly Popular Songs Chart (July 10–16). Since its release on the 12th, ″Night Without an Umbrella″ has received positive reviews from listeners, reaching 2nd place on Korea YouTube Music’s Rising Popular Music Chart and 5th place on the Daily Popular Music Video Chart. It has consistently maintained its position on these charts and also appeared on the Weekly Popular Songs Chart. This song, released by Lee Ye-jun to coincide with this summer’s rainy season, carries a message of comfort and hope, envisioning a tomorrow that will bring smiles after a rainy night. It features Lee Ye-jun’s unique sensibility and deep vocals harmonizing with a calm melody. Kim Gyo-sik, CEO of HNS HQ, stated, ″We hope Lee Ye-jun’s rainy season song ’Night Without an Umbrella’ will establish itself as a representative summer seasonal song. We will continue to do our best to deliver good music with Lee Ye-jun.″ Meanwhile, Lee Ye-jun is continuing his activities encompassing music and performances in celebration of his 12th debut anniversary.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBN’s ″Unknown Legend - The Hierarchy War of Trot Men″ Season 2 will once again be hosted by Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho. The production team stated that Jang Min-ho and Kim Dae-ho have played an important role in understanding the hearts of unknown singers and drawing out the participants’ sincere stories. The two have been praised for going beyond simple hosting to genuinely convey the true feelings and behind-the-scenes moments of the unknown participants. Jang Min-ho showed empathy toward the participants based on long years of being unknown and experience in trot auditions, and Kim Dae-ho also has experience debuting through a national audition program. The production team expressed expectations that their sincere hosting will stand out even more in Season 2. Additionally, attention is focused on the activities of the ″Hoho Brothers,″ who have established themselves as trusted trot audition MCs, and the birth of the ″2nd Legend″ to follow ″1st Legend″ Seong-ri. Meanwhile, ″Unknown Legend″ is currently recruiting first-round participants from July 13 to August 28. Any male wishing to challenge trot can apply, and applications can be submitted through the MBN website or the QR code on the recruitment poster.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong revealed their admiration for Lionel Messi in New York, USA. On the 18th, Lim Young Woong posted photos on their SNS capturing moments from their trip to New York, showing themselves looking at a Messi mannequin wearing the Argentina national team uniform at a sports brand store in New York, and kneeling on the store floor to bow deeply. Then, on the 20th, Lim Young Woong shared a photo of a ticket to the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup final, revealing that they watched the final match held at the New Jersey Stadium in New York in person. In the final, Spain won the championship by defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time. The halftime show featured Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and BTS, and before the event, Jung Ho-yeon appeared carrying the trophy bag as the global ambassador of luxury brand L. Lim Young Woong continues to be active in their main career as well. As of 9 a.m. on the 18th, Lim Young Woong’s official Melon cumulative streaming count surpassed 14.2 billion. This marks an increase of 100 million streams in 20 days since reaching 14.1 billion on the 28th of last month. Additionally, Lim Young Woong is communicating with fans through the SBS variety show ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ and will hold the ″IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2″ concert for three days from September 4 to 6 at the main stadium of Goyang Sports Complex. The concert sold out all shows at lightning speed as soon as tickets opened. Furthermore, Lim Young Woong and their agency Molgogi Music donated 200 million won in the name of the fan club Hero Era to celebrate Lim Young Woong’s birthday on the 16th of last month. ″Mountain Village Bachelor Hero″ features Cha Seung-won, Hyun Bong-sik, Kim Do-hoon, Heo Kyung-hwan, Kwak Beom, Jo Jjae-jj, Nucksal, Roy Kim, and others, and airs every Tuesday at 9 p.m.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seo Su-jin shared an update by revealing her enjoyment of health food to mark the beginning of the hottest period of summer. On the 15th, Seo Su-jin posted several photos on her account with the caption ″It’s the first heat of summer.″ The photos showed her sitting at a table set with baeksuk (chicken soup) and spicy stir-fried chicken dishes. Seo Su-jin pointed at the baeksuk with her hand while looking at the camera. There was also a beer glass on the table, creating a relaxed dining atmosphere. Seo Su-jin debuted in 2018 as a member of the girl group (G)I-DLE under Cube Entertainment, playing the role of main dancer and contributing significantly to the group’s unique vibe. However, in February 2021, allegations of school violence from her middle school days surfaced online, causing controversy. Seo Su-jin admitted to some past rebellious behavior and smoking. Accusations involving actress Seo Shin-ae, who was a classmate, also followed, leading to her departure from the group and a period of self-reflection. Seo Su-jin made her comeback to the music industry in 2023 as a solo singer.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The second story of the ″Battlegrounds Couple″ will be broadcast on the 20th at 9 PM on MBC’s ″Oh Eun-young Report - Again, Love After That.″ In this episode, the husband and two children visit the memorial hall for the first time after the wife, who was given a terminal diagnosis, passed away. About a month after the wife’s passing, the husband visits the memorial hall with their two children. The eldest child, who thought they were going to the hospital when told they were going to see their mother, says, ″Are we at the hospital?″ and ″Let’s go to the hospital quickly. This isn’t mom’s hospital,″ upon arriving at the unfamiliar place. The husband explains to the eldest child facing the photo of their mother behind the glass, ″Mom was very sick. She went to heaven so she wouldn’t be in pain anymore.″ The eldest child cries, asking, ″Why did mom go to heaven?″ and ″What will I do without mom? I miss mom.″ The process of the husband holding a delayed funeral 35 days after the wife’s passing is also shown. Due to the wife’s illness and financial difficulties, the couple held a funeral without a mourning hall. The husband said, ″It didn’t feel like I had truly said goodbye. I thought I had cried enough, but the sadness didn’t go away,″ revealing that not having a proper funeral remained a burden on his heart. On the wife’s 31st birthday, the husband wore mourning clothes and stood as the chief mourner. Receiving condolences from visitors, he shared, ″It was the first time many people looked at my face and held my hands. I realized that this is how people forget their sadness through others.″ While eating at the funeral, the husband choked up, saying, ″It’s shameless, but why does this taste so good?″ After the funeral, the husband promised in front of his wife’s portrait, ″I will eat well, raise the children well, and even see grandchildren, so wait for me there.″ He then gave his final farewell, saying, ″Thank you. And I was happy. Good night.″ The second story of the ″Battlegrounds Couple″ will air on the 20th at 9 PM on MBC’s ″Oh Eun-young Report - Again, Love After That.″]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS member Jin shared photos taken in Paris, France, on the 19th through his personal SNS. Jin posted several recent photos with the caption, ″Photos taken by Taehyung.″ The released photos show Jin striking various poses with the Eiffel Tower and the red-hued Paris sunset in the background. Even in the backlit shots where only his silhouette is visible, Jin’s playful gestures caught attention. Additionally, there are photos of Jin walking through the alleys of Paris and looking relaxed in a black jacket. BTS, which includes Jin and V, concluded their European tour by finishing the ’BTS WORLD TOUR ’ARIRANG’ IN PARIS’ concert at Stade de France in Paris, France, on the 18th (local time). Meanwhile, BTS will participate as co-headliners in the halftime show of the ’2026 FIFA North and Central America World CupTM’ final, held on the 20th (Korean time) at the New York New Jersey Stadium in the United States.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Nexz (NEXZ) successfully concluded the global showcase event ″NEXZ GLOBAL SHOWCASE EVENT Mmchk: Not Typical,″ held in five cities. According to JYP Entertainment, Nexz held the event in a total of five cities, starting in Seoul on April 27, followed by Taipei on May 4, Hong Kong on June 6, Bangkok on July 4, and Singapore on July 12. This showcase was organized to repay the support of global fans for the single album ″Mmchk,″ released in April, as well as the sold-out special concert series ″< ONE BEAT >″ held earlier this year in Taipei and Hong Kong. In each city, Nexz communicated with fans through a diverse setlist comparable to a mini-concert, an introduction to the ″Mmchk″ album, talk segments, and choreography challenges. They showcased the vocals and stage charm of the seven members with past title tracks like ″Ride the Vibe″ and ″Mmchk,″ proving their reputation as the ″next-generation performance hotspot.″ Especially at the Bangkok and Singapore performances, they presented the title track ″Hellmate″ and the included song ″Hands up, Yo!″ from their third Japanese EP album released in June as encore stages, and the members communicated with fans in the local languages at each performance. After the Singapore performance, the members shared, ″Thanks to NEX2Y (fandom name: Nexty), we had a truly happy and enjoyable time. Fans came from various regions, and we felt united through our music. Meeting you through our performances and stage felt like a dream. We will work even harder as Nexz so we can meet again soon. Thank you.″ Nexz continues their activities on the worldwide stage, following the global showcase event and their Japan arena tour. In September, they are scheduled to perform at ″Rock in Rio″ in Brazil and at the new festival ″STRAYCITY″ held in Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and Mexico City.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong has surpassed 14.2 billion official cumulative streams on Melon. According to Melon, as of 9 a.m. on the 18th, Lim Young Woong’s cumulative streams reached 14.2 billion. This marks an increase of 100 million streams in about three weeks since surpassing 14.1 billion on the 28th of last month, averaging approximately 5 million streams per day. Lim Young Woong has continued to break records even after being inducted into the ’Diamond Club,’ which is awarded to artists with over 10 billion cumulative streams on Melon. Lim Young Woong currently holds the record for the highest cumulative streams among all artists in Melon’s history. Lim Young Woong’s tracks continue to accumulate streams not only immediately after new releases but also through consistent playback of previously released songs. Various songs have been loved over a long period without being concentrated on any specific track. The fandom ’Youngwoong Era’’s unity and Lim Young Woong’s broad public appeal are the driving forces behind their steady presence on major music charts. Broadcast and performance activities are also actively ongoing. Lim Young Woong is revealing daily life outside the stage through the variety show ’Mountain Village Bachelor Youngwoong’ and is scheduled to hold the stadium concert ’IM HERO-THE STADIUM 2’ at Goyang Sports Complex in September.]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 IU (Lee Ji-eun) donated hundreds of bowls of samgyetang to the Korea Single Mothers Families Association in celebration of the first heat of summer. The Korea Single Mothers Families Association announced on July 15 that they received samgyetang from IU. Single mother families who received the samgyetang expressed their gratitude, saying, ″Thank you for quietly practicing good influence,″ ″It’s not common for someone to care like this, so we appreciate the continuous interest and support,″ and ″Living a tight life, we even forgot about the first heat of summer, but thanks to this, we spent it heartily.″ Since 2020, IU has donated 50 million won annually to the Korea Single Mothers Families Association, and during the New Year and year-end, has also provided heating cost support and donated refrigerators and washing machines. Even after playing the role of a single mother in Hirokazu Kore-eda’s 2022 film ″Broker,″ IU has continued to show consistent interest in single mother families. Meanwhile, IU is scheduled to hold a concert at Goyang Sports Complex in Gyeonggi Province in September and release a full-length album.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee So-ra has released a new song, ″I Will Forget Your Face (summer breeze),″ for the first time in seven years. The song was released on various online music platforms on the 7th. It is her first new song since the single ″Request Song (Feat. SUGA of BTS)″ released in January 2019. The credits for this song include Jung Ji-chan as the executive producer, Jo Kyu-chan as the vocal director, and Jannabi Choi Jung-hoon and Kim Do-hyung as composers and arrangers. Lee So-ra and Jannabi have a senior-junior relationship in the music industry, and it is reported that Lee So-ra, who had been keeping an eye on Jannabi Choi Jung-hoon, requested the song from him, making this collaboration possible. Lee So-ra has usually sung about the loneliness of autumn and winter, but this new song captures the emotions of a breakup on a midsummer night. The lyrics include the phrase, ″The sun has already set, the night dyed with starlight, my fragile heart crumbles to you again today.″ The song blends Lee So-ra’s unique vocal tone with the freshness of summer, reflecting her recent experiences in the lyrics. Lee So-ra appeared on the YouTube channel ″Sung Si-kyung’s Will Sing″ and said, ″Receiving the song made my dormant emotions come alive again. To express the narrative of the song, I deeply immersed myself in solitude and loneliness.″ Lee So-ra debuted in 1993 as part of the vocal group Stranger, and after transitioning to a solo career in 1995, she released many songs including ″I’m Happy,″ ″Proposal,″ ″Blue Inside You,″ ″Please,″ ″Don’t Leave My Side,″ ″Remember Me,″ ″The Wind Blows,″ and ″Track 9.″ From 1996 to 2002, she was the MC of KBS’s ″Lee So-ra’s Proposal,″ and she also appeared in several seasons of JTBC’s ″Begin Again.″ Due to health reasons, Lee So-ra had hardly appeared in public for the past seven years, but she has returned to the stage with this new song. As Lee So-ra said, ″I think I was born to be a singer in this life,″ her musical activities are expected to continue.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Bada revealed photos with BTOB’s Lee Minhyuk on her social media. On the 17th, Bada posted several photos with the caption, ″Our passion. So kind and cool Minhyuk, Huta fighting.″ In the photos, Bada wore a crop top and denim hot pants, showing off her abs and leg lines, while Lee Minhyuk emphasized his arm muscles with a sleeveless top. The two showed a friendly atmosphere with various poses. Meanwhile, Bada was born in 1980 and will turn 46 this year.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The Netflix series ″Donggung″ was released worldwide on the 17th. The story follows Gucheon (Nam Joo-hyuk), who has the ability to traverse the world of spirits, and Saenggang (No Yoon-seo), a palace maid with secrets, as they are summoned by the king (Jo Seung-woo) to uncover the curse that haunts Donggung. ″Donggung″ begins with the death of the crown prince (Kwak Dong-yeon) and centers around the curse of the pond spirit who vows to ″eliminate all of the king’s bloodline,″ depicting the conflict between the king and the queen dowager (Jang Young-nam). The king, who denies superstition, starts having nightmares, and when his last remaining son, Prince Yeongan, falls ill, he secretly summons Gucheon, who can cross into the spirit world and exorcise ghosts, to the palace. Saenggang is assigned to watch over Gucheon, and she is the king’s daughter, Ongju, who was expelled from the palace ten years ago for hearing the voices of spirits. Under the king’s orders, she enters the palace to monitor Gucheon while determined to avenge her mother’s death. Gucheon and Saenggang approach the dark secret hidden beneath the pond in Donggung, and the divided worlds of spirits and reality serve as a distinctive element of ″Donggung.″ The spirit world that Gucheon crosses is a space inhabited by vengeful spirits of the dead and evil energy accumulations called Gwimae, and there is a scene where Gucheon explains these spirits to Saenggang. The spirit world is depicted as a desolate space with a red aura, making it appear as a completely different dimension from reality. This space is also the stage for Gucheon’s fantasy action. The series impressively portrays costumes, sets, art, and music that evoke a Korean atmosphere. The mysterious palace and the dark, damp pond set the overall mood, while the scenes where Gucheon and Saenggang are together are expressed with warm tones and gentle colors, emphasizing the relationship between the two characters. The ″salvation narrative″ completed by Gucheon and Saenggang also draws attention. Initially driven by their own goals, the two gradually come to trust each other and develop a bond willing to sacrifice their lives. Saenggang boldly expresses her opinions even in front of the king and queen dowager and shows herself saving Gucheon from danger. The character Kkeomeoksal also plays an important role in the ″salvation narrative,″ enduring Gucheon’s harsh treatment while ultimately saving him. Jo Seung-woo and Jang Young-nam deliver powerful performances as the king and queen dowager, respectively. Jo Seung-woo intricately portrays the king’s complex inner world full of secrets, while Jang Young-nam stands out with a unique presence as the queen dowager. Kwak Dong-yeon, as the crown prince, also shows a heavy presence at the center of the mystery. The private confrontation scene between Jo Seung-woo and Kwak Dong-yeon in the latter half is particularly memorable. ″Donggung″ was produced as an eight-episode series.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Neurologist Minwook Jang candidly shared his experiences with divorce and his feelings about family on a broadcast. On the July 18 episode of MBN’s ’Sokpuri Show Dongchimi,’ Minwook Jang appeared as a guest and talked about his remarriage to actress Seongyeon Kang and anecdotes with his mother. Jang described his first meeting with Kang as ″my current mother-in-law. My mother had severe headaches,″ adding that Kang had also recently gone through the pain of divorce, and he had experienced the same. He added, ″My parents are elderly, and because they were unwell, I felt even more concerned.″ Regarding the happiness he feels raising two children, Minwook Jang said, ″These days, raising two children makes me incredibly happy. I can hardly believe such happiness can come again in my life.″ The broadcast also showed footage of Jimin Hong going on a family trip with her 95-year-old mother, who suffers from dementia. Hong’s mother was unable to remember her two daughters and her second daughter who had passed away earlier. Watching this scene, Minwook Jang shed tears and confessed that he had long been unable to tell his mother about his past divorce. He said, ″I once went through the pain of divorce. I couldn’t tell my mother. For quite a long time.″ He shared that even after the divorce, he traveled with his mother, but she did not know the reason and asked, ″Why did you come alone?″ Jang said, ″She said those times were good. I want to take such a trip again.″ Meanwhile, Minwook Jang announced his remarriage to actress Seongyeon Kang last March.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS 2TV’s ″2 Days & 1 Night Season 4″ will hold the ″2026 Summer Workshop″ on the 19th in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do. On this day’s broadcast, the production team announced, ″KBS has prepared a bonus for you,″ and revealed that a special bonus will be given to the ″2 Days & 1 Night″ team. DinDin steps in as Lee Jun’s mentor, showing his role as a veteran member. The two gained attention last year on YouTube due to remarks DinDin made to Lee Jun, and they continue their cheerful chemistry on this trip. DinDin mentioned Lee Jun’s actions, saying, ″I was filming with Jun hyung yesterday, and suddenly he tied my shoelaces. Could that be a sign of respect for me?″ He also gave a candid evaluation of rookie entertainer Lee Gi-taek’s performance. The members showed surprised reactions when the unexpected bonus was revealed. ″2 Days & 1 Night Season 4″ will air on the 19th at 6:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group aespa member Winter shared an update showcasing her blonde hairstyle. Winter recently posted a photo on her official SNS wearing a white shirt layered with a gray t-shirt, paired with a black skirt. In an indoor space with a rocker in the background, Winter stared straight ahead, exuding a calm yet intense atmosphere with her lips closed. Her long blonde hair especially caught attention, drawing fans’ focus with a different style change from usual. Winter serves as the main vocalist and dancer of aespa, actively continuing her activities through the new song ″LEMONADE″ and various global fan meetings and promotional events. Recently, she also traveled abroad to attend the fan meeting ″MY-J presents aespa JAPAN FANMEETING 2026 ’MY CLASSMaeTE’″ held in Tokyo, Japan. Meanwhile, aespa is scheduled to meet local fans by participating in the large-scale Greater China awards ceremony ″2026 TIMA″ held next month at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium. Additionally, Winter was selected as an official ambassador for New Balance, demonstrating her unique brand influence through various photo shoots and advertisements.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Giselle recently shared her healing moments in Hawaii. Giselle posted a series of photos on her SNS with the brief caption ″healing in hawaii.″ In the revealed photos, Giselle is seen enjoying snacks at the beach in a black swimsuit, relaxing, as well as spending active time outdoors wearing a white long-sleeve T-shirt and a helmet. She also showed a variety of moods, from casual daily looks with comfortable clothes and a hat, to gazing directly at the camera in a dark street wearing a black top and shorts while holding a bag, and even chic photoshoot shots wearing black outfits with necklaces. This visit to Hawaii appears to be a precious time of rest for Giselle, who has been busy with her activities. Against the backdrop of a beach view with palm trees and hotel buildings, Giselle enjoyed a leisurely time in nature while communicating with her fans. Known for her urban and sophisticated image, Giselle revealed a more relaxed and approachable charm during this trip, capturing the attention of her fans. Meanwhile, Giselle has been actively sharing updates with fans through various appearances, including a recent overseas schedule visiting Tokyo, Japan, alongside her active music career. Her healing moments in Hawaii provided a glimpse into how she values her own time despite a busy schedule.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Winter challenged herself to cook and shared a simple daily life. Recently, Winter posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″Monjayaki! I came to break it!!″ In the photos, Winter is dressed comfortably in a white short-sleeve T-shirt paired with blue sleeves, holding cooking utensils in both hands with a serious yet bright expression. Her long blonde hair naturally flowing down gave off a friendly charm. Winter honestly shared her recent status, saying, ″I just woke up and didn’t realize my hair was all messy, was I the only one?″ She added, ″I made it. This is how you do it! 🤭 Professionals really are different!″ showing confidence in the monjayaki she made herself. Winter’s cooking scene offered fans a refreshing joy of everyday life. Having been actively carrying out overseas schedules recently, Winter continues to communicate steadily with fans by revealing her simple and kind daily life, different from her charismatic stage presence. Expectations are rising for what colorful sides Winter will show the public next.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 NCT announced a new project along with a new song to celebrate their 10th anniversary since debut. Recently, through their official SNS accounts, they revealed a phrase saying ″EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO″ along with a photo of a member dressed in a white shirt and black pants raising both hands. Along with this, they posted the website address ″2026NCT.COM,″ raising anticipation for future activities. They also included tags such as ″#NCTJNJM,″ ″#DUALITY,″ ″#KAOHSIUNG,″ and ″#NCT_10TH_ANNIVERSARY,″ hinting at various content and special projects in preparation. In particular, the keywords ″DUALITY″ and ″KAOHSIUNG″ have led to speculation that they may be related to the theme or location of this activity. In the released photo, the member is dressed neatly and raising both hands high in an indoor space decorated with a pink door and a ceiling with pipes, showing passion for this activity. Since their debut in 2016, NCT has received much love for their unique worldview and diverse music. This 10th anniversary project is expected to be a stage that further enhances each member’s individuality and the team’s synergy, meeting fans with official announcements and content to come.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Sua expressed her gratitude to fans after her performance on MBC’s ″Show! Music Core.″ On the 8th, Sua posted several photos with a bright smile on her SNS along with the message, ″Music Core is over! I loved you all today too, zzuk nae kkumkko.″ In the photos, Sua wore a casual outfit consisting of a white sleeveless top with butterfly patterns, jeans, and a hat, striking various poses in front of a solid pink background, showcasing a lively and charming appeal. Her warm message to fans and radiant expression were especially impressive, and she receives support from fans for giving her best in every performance. Earlier, Sua received positive responses for her unique fresh energy and stable vocal skills during recent music broadcasts. As she has announced active promotions ahead, attention is focused on her future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer and actress Yoona visited the musical ″Yumi’s Cells″ theater to deliver special support. On the 18th, Yoona posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″Becoming an audience cell 💙 #musical #YumisCells.″ In the photos, she is seen smiling while wearing a white shirt and jeans, creating an atmosphere as if she is enjoying the performance seated in the audience. Especially, the heart hand gesture made by Yoona conveyed warm support to fans and actors. This visit was reportedly made to support musical actress Tiffany. Yoona has attracted more attention as she has maintained a long friendship with Tiffany since their days as members of Girls’ Generation. In fact, other Girls’ Generation members such as Sooyoung and Sunny also attended the theater that day, showcasing their strong teamwork and friendship. Yoona blended into the atmosphere of the venue with a relaxed expression and calm demeanor, showing her immersion in the musical. Netizens who saw this responded enthusiastically, saying, ″The performance shines because Yoona supports it,″ ″Girls’ Generation’s friendship is always healing,″ and ″As expected, she takes great care of fans and juniors.″ Meanwhile, ″Yumi’s Cells″ is a popular musical based on the original webtoon, humorously depicting love, daily life, and emotions from the perspective of cells, continuously receiving love from audiences. Yoona’s visit has sparked positive attention among the musical community and fans, raising expectations for her future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yunho, a member of the group TVXQ, will release his first single, ″Time’s Tickin’,″ on July 20 at 6 PM. His agency, SM Entertainment, recently announced his comeback by releasing a teaser video for the new song’s music video on Yunho’s official SNS channels. In the released teaser video, Yunho attracts attention as he stares seriously ahead while wearing black clothes on a dark street. His short hair and calm atmosphere, combined with the clock-inspired title, heighten expectations for a mysterious and powerful musical transformation. The new single ″Time’s Tickin’″ is Yunho’s first solo single in a long time, drawing enthusiastic interest from fans. Pre-orders for the album have also begun, and through this album, Yunho plans to showcase a more mature and profound musical world. Meanwhile, Yunho recently appeared on MBC’s ″The Manager″ and communicated with fans by revealing his consistent exercise routine and passionate preparation process. Despite a busy schedule with concert preparations and new song activities, he leaves a deep impression with his sincere attitude. As a result, music fans are showing great interest in Yunho’s new single and future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Jung So-min shared lively updates about her daily life. Recently, Jung So-min posted several photos on her SNS with the caption, ″We played so hard... there was no day or night, right?″ In the photos, she is seen wearing a yellow and green striped sweater, holding a fruit salad in one hand, and spending a relaxing time in a space decorated with a pink wall and blue plants. She wore a ribbon hairband, creating a lovely atmosphere. There were also various scenes, including her smiling brightly against a natural rock background while wearing a white sleeveless top, and enjoying water play in the sunlit sea wearing a red swimsuit. Additionally, she was seen pulling a pink travel bag in an indoor space filled with tropical plants, and sitting leisurely outdoors wearing sunglasses, which also caught attention. Jung So-min, who has recently been showcasing various styles and moods, is receiving much support for her bright and healthy charm. Her habit of enjoying communication with fans and actively sharing small moments of her daily life reveals an even more approachable charm. Meanwhile, Jung So-min is currently spending busy days preparing for her next project and various activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Volleyball player Lee Da-young has attracted fans’ attention by sharing an update on her recent status. Recently, Lee Da-young posted several photos on her SNS with a brief caption saying, ″One month....🍉″. In the revealed photos, Lee Da-young is seen wearing a beige dress, smiling while looking at the mirror. Her styling, highlighted by long straight hair and earrings, catches the eye. The natural atmosphere stands out as she takes selfies with her smartphone against a background of indoor wooden flooring and lighting. In another photo, she is seen sitting at a table set for a meal, spending a relaxed time with a dark-colored wall and dining table in the background. Meanwhile, Lee Da-young officially signed with the American professional volleyball team PVF San Diego Mojo this year, making her debut on the local stage. It was also recently announced through news from the Greek professional volleyball team Panionios that she plans to continue her activities in the Greek league starting January 2025. In the domestic volleyball community, various reactions are emerging to Lee Da-young’s preparation to play overseas after it became practically difficult for her to participate following the school violence controversy.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Racing model Shin Se-ha revealed her recent visit to the famous tourist destination ″Pig Island″ in the Bahamas, USA. Recently, Shin Se-ha posted a photo on her Instagram showing a beach and clear seawater with the caption, ″Pig Island in the Bahamas? Oink oink 🐷,″ attracting attention. The photo featured clear seawater with a swimming turtle, creating an exotic atmosphere. Pig Island is known as a travel destination famous for its clean sea and lovable beach pigs. Shin Se-ha shared that she is enjoying a leisurely time experiencing a special encounter with nature and animals locally. Known for her outstanding bikini figure and charming smile, Shin Se-ha showed an even more vibrant appearance to her fans through this trip. Meanwhile, Shin Se-ha has been actively communicating on social media while enjoying vacations in places such as the USA and Hawaii. Sharing updates from various locations during the summer has become a channel for interaction with fans, receiving great responses. Her diverse daily life and activities are highly anticipated in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Kim Ji-min shared an update with her homemade braised short ribs. Recently, Kim Ji-min detailed the cooking process of the braised short ribs on her SNS, sharing her daily life. She said, ″While draining the blood, I cleaned and made the seasoning, then marinated the ribs in the sauce, went for a massage, and simmered it for an hour or two!″ showing her dedication to the cooking. She added, ″The bones came off smoothly! I plan to finish the meal tonight with the remaining broth.″ In particular, Kim Ji-min expressed confidence in her cooking by saying, ″Oppa says this is by far the most delicious! Should I start a braised short ribs business? lol,″ leaving a cheerful comment. The released photos showed a carefully prepared table with her homemade braised short ribs, rice, salad, kimchi, and soup, stimulating the appetite. The meat and vegetables simmered in the pot suggested a savory flavor. Meanwhile, Kim Ji-min has been actively sharing her daily life on SNS, including recently celebrating her first wedding anniversary with her husband Kim Jun-ho.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 RESCENE has decided to actively respond to malicious posts and copyright infringements through their agency, The Muse Entertainment. On the 16th, The Muse Entertainment announced on their official website the launch of a reporting site to protect RESCENE’s rights. This site continuously accepts reports of malicious posts that damage RESCENE’s reputation and cases of copyright infringement. The agency stated that they plan to take swift and accurate action based on fans’ reports. The agency said, ″We ask for many reports to protect the rights of our artists in the future,″ and added, ″We will do our best to protect the rights of our artists.″ This measure was implemented in response to the recent spread of slander and malicious posts online regarding member Woni’s use of the Gyeongsang dialect in YouTube content. Additionally, as Minami’s shout of ″Geoje Yahoo!″ on her personal YouTube channel gained attention as a meme, online controversies continued amid RESCENE’s rising recognition. RESCENE’s 2024 release ″LOVE ATTACK″ made a comeback on the music charts, and on the 14th, their remake single ″Pretty Girl″ achieved their first music show win on SBS Life’s THE SHOW. ″LOVE ATTACK,″ released two years ago, also reached number one on Melon’s Top 100 chart on the 8th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In episode 5 of the KBS2 weekend miniseries ″The Completion of Marriage,″ Namgoong Min showcased high-level action scenes during a standoff with the police. The recently aired episode of ″The Completion of Marriage″ recorded a nationwide household rating of 7.2% according to Nielsen Korea, setting a new personal best. On Disney Plus, it ranked first for two consecutive weeks in the ″Top 10 Korean Series Today,″ and secured second place in the drama TV-OTT search response for the second week of July, as announced by Good Data Corporation. It continues to compete in weekend drama ratings alongside SBS’s ″Chief Kim″ and JTBC’s ″Apartment,″ with ″The Completion of Marriage″ at 7.2%, ″Chief Kim″ at 21.9%, and ″Apartment″ at 5.4%. In episode 5, Kang Tae-joo (played by Namgoong Min) was depicted fleeing through a construction site to evade police pursuit. Kang Tae-joo attempted to escape by running across massive sand dunes and climbing tall structures but eventually faced off against a large police force. The tension heightened as he even fired warning shots into the air during the crisis. Namgoong Min performed most of the action scenes himself, realistically portraying Kang Tae-joo’s desperate state of mind. In this episode, Kang Tae-joo and Lee Soo-hyung (played by Park Byung-eun) infiltrated the National Forensic Service to secure CCTV footage. Kang Tae-joo pressured Norman Hee (played by Kim Dae-myung) by questioning the whereabouts of his wife and the motive behind the crime, taking control by threatening to burn 3 billion won in cash he had prepared. Later, he confirmed his wife Go Se-yoon’s (played by Lee Seol) voice over the phone and promised to save her no matter what. After the call ended, Norman Hee lied to Go Se-yoon, telling her that her husband had ordered a murder. While moving to the meeting place, Lee Soo-hyung fired a gun out of revenge, but it was a trap set by Norman Hee, and the person shot turned out to be a police officer. Kang Tae-joo, who escaped from the scene, witnessed Lee Soo-hyung’s suspicious behavior in the car and felt betrayed. Subsequently, Norman Hee rammed Lee Soo-hyung with a car, and Lee Soo-hyung died after leaving a dying wish to save his wife. Kang Tae-joo recalled past memories and realized that Norman Hee had been a patient who received treatment from him. He tracked hospital records to obtain the suspect’s residential address, creating an opportunity for a counterattack. Meanwhile, Go Se-yoon, who had been confined, seized a chance to ambush Norman Hee and escaped from the locked room. ″The Completion of Marriage″ is a crime thriller about a man confronting criminals to save his wife, who was kidnapped just before their divorce. Episode 5 aired on the 18th at 9:20 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BoA conducted a promotion ahead of her Japan concert, ’BoA The Live.’ On September 18, a promotional video for ’BoA The Live,’ scheduled to be held in September, was released on Baypal Entertainment’s official SNS. In the video, BoA appeared wearing a blue cardigan and a beige blouse, with her brightly dyed hair tied back. BoA said in Japanese, ″This ’BoA The Live’ concert will be held in Fukuoka, Osaka Namba, and Yokohama,″ adding, ″I am really looking forward to meeting the fans.″ She continued, ″We have prepared very hard, so I hope everyone comes to the performance and enjoys it,″ and concluded with, ″See you at the concert. This was BoA.″ In March, BoA ended her exclusive contract with SM Entertainment, with whom she had been for 25 years, and announced a new beginning by establishing Baypal Entertainment. Meanwhile, ’BoA The Live’ is scheduled to take place on September 12 in Fukuoka, September 19 in Osaka Namba, and September 20 in Yokohama.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Jennie recently attracted attention by revealing a photo with a man on her SNS. On the night of the 18th, Jennie posted a Polaroid photo on her Instagram story without any explanation. In the photo, Jennie is wearing a floral patterned dress against a background covered with white cloth under bright sunlight, leaning on the shoulder of a man wearing a navy shirt and looking at the camera. The man’s face is covered with a heart sticker, increasing curiosity about his identity. Since the photo was revealed, speculation has continued on SNS and online communities about the man’s identity and whether it is a spoiler for a new song’s music video or album. Fans focused on the soft and dreamy color tone unique to Polaroids and the composition of the two people. Jennie recently performed as the main stage headliner at Denmark’s Roskilde Festival, Poland’s Open’er Festival, and Spain Madrid’s 2026 MAD COOL FESTIVAL. She is also scheduled to appear at major global festivals such as Lollapalooza Chicago in the United States and SUMMER SONIC 2026 in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tvN’s new Saturday-Sunday drama ″Spooky Romance″ will premiere on the 18th at 9:10 PM. This work is an occult romance depicting the story of a chaebol heiress who sees ghosts and a prosecutor who is afraid of ghosts, starring Park Eun-bin, Yang Se-jong, Ong Seong-wu, and Jo Hye-ju. In the drama, Park Eun-bin plays Cheon Yeo-ri, the heiress of Reina Group, ranked 5th in the business world, and the CEO of the country’s top luxury hotel. Cheon Yeo-ri possesses wealth, beauty, and ability, but is extremely reluctant to interact with others to the extent that she is nicknamed the ″Reclusive Princess.″ She is portrayed as a character with many secrets, with only key personnel in the hotel knowing her face. Rumors surrounding Cheon Yeo-ri never cease. In particular, an incident that occurred on the day of her engagement ceremony long ago continues to be talked about, amplifying the rumors about her. A still cut released before the broadcast shows Cheon Yeo-ri standing alone in a parking lot wearing a glamorous dress. Since her fiancé Cha Ki-woo (played by Park Yeon-woo) is not visible, attention is focused on the reason why Cheon Yeo-ri was left alone on the day of the engagement and the true nature of the curse placed on her. ″Spooky Romance″ is based on the 2011 film of the same name, and the first episode is expected to reveal the tragedy of the engagement day that left an indelible scar on Cheon Yeo-ri’s heart.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yunho appeared on MBC’s entertainment program ″The Manager″ and revealed the difficulties he experienced during his trainee days as well as his consistent self-management habits. On the show, Yunho stated that he starts every day with fasted cardio exercise and maintains strict self-care by drinking chicken juice. He has been exercising every day without fail for a year and said that even on filming days, he ran holding an umbrella in heavy rain. He also mentioned that despite having various side dishes in the refrigerator, he chooses chicken juice for its exercise benefits. Throughout the house, there were everyday items that showed a sense of life, such as a Gwangju Bank wall clock, a Beauty and the Beast-style chandelier, an old rice cooker, and exercise equipment. Yunho has lived in the same house for 14 years and said that he lived alone before moving in with his parents. The panelists of ″The Manager″ commented on the atmosphere of the house, saying it felt like a home where parents live together. Yunho’s manager, Byun Si-woo, explained that Yunho has shown passionate dedication unchanged for 30 years. The manager also said that Yunho’s habit of collecting coins has continued since his trainee days. Yunho added that his goal is to use the coins he collects for meaningful purposes. Regarding his trainee days, Yunho revealed that he came to Seoul from the provinces and faced financial difficulties, sometimes sleeping near Seoul Station, in parks, or in jjimjilbangs (Korean saunas) due to not having a home. To make a living, he worked various part-time jobs such as snow removal and cleaning grill plates at a meat restaurant. He said the hourly wage for snow removal was about 3,800 won, which was considered high at the time. Meanwhile, Yunho was born in February 1986 and is 40 years old. He debuted as a member of TVXQ in 2003.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Joo Sang-wook revealed behind-the-scenes photos from the SBS Friday-Saturday drama ’Chief Kim.’ On July 18, Joo Sang-wook posted several photos on his social media with the caption, ″It hurts.. I will live kindly.″ The photos showed him preparing for filming with makeup depicting blood and bruises on his face. In episode 7 of ’Chief Kim,’ Chief Kim (played by So Ji-sub) teams up with Sung Han-soo (Choi Dae-hoon) and Park Jin-chul (Yoon Kyung-ho) to rescue his daughter Min-ji (Seo Soo-min), and then punishes Joo Kang-chan (Joo Sang-wook) by punching him in the face. Joo Sang-wook plays Joo Kang-chan, a former gangster turned construction company president, showcasing a new acting transformation. ’Chief Kim’ is a revenge action drama about an ordinary father who fights a dangerous battle to get his daughter back, achieving a peak viewership rating of 22.3%.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ’Hope’ is about to surpass 2 million viewers within 5 days of its release. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, ’Hope’ recorded 511,787 viewers on the fourth day after its release on the 18th. The cumulative number of viewers over the four days since its release on the 15th reached 1,732,298. On the opening day, 330,000 people watched the film, setting the highest opening record of the year, and on the third day, it surpassed 1 million viewers. With weekend attendance exceeding 500,000, it is expected that the cumulative number of viewers will surpass 2 million on Sunday, the 19th. ’Hope’ depicts the story of Beom-seok, the head of the Hopo Port branch located in the Demilitarized Zone, who hears news of a tiger sighting from local youths, leading the entire village to go on high alert. The film has gained audience acclaim by featuring a rare subject and spectacle in Korean cinema.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On the 18th broadcast of KBS 2TV’s ’Men Who Do Housework Season 2,’ trot singer Oh Yoo-jin appeared as a studio guest and confessed their fandom to Eun Ji-won. Oh Yoo-jin revealed that they started watching ’Men Who Do Housework’ because of Park Seo-jin, but recently began to like Eun Ji-won and have been keeping up with the show. Oh Yoo-jin said, ″I really like senior Eun Ji-won. I was so excited before coming on the show today that I couldn’t sleep.″ When Eun Ji-won asked Oh Yoo-jin about their age, Oh Yoo-jin answered that they were born in 2009 and are a second-year high school student. Eun Ji-won could not hide his surprise. Then Eun Ji-won asked about Oh Yoo-jin’s mother’s age, and Oh Yoo-jin replied that she was born in 1984. Eun Ji-won expressed surprise again, saying, ″She’s younger than our Lee Yo-won.″ Oh Yoo-jin explained why they call Eun Ji-won ″oppa″ by saying, ″He just looks like an oppa type.″ On the other hand, they said they call Park Seo-jin ″uncle,″ which brought laughter to the studio. Park Seo-jin joked by looking at Oh Yoo-jin’s eyebrows and saying, ″Are you the Mona Lisa?″ to which Oh Yoo-jin replied, ″That’s why I call you uncle.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Won-seok of the band Daybreak participated as the vocalist for the first OST of JTBC’s weekend drama ″Apartment,″ titled ″A Good Gangster.″ The song will be released on various music platforms starting at 6 PM on July 19. ″A Good Gangster″ is a rock-based track that captures the intense emotions and powerful energy of characters who live by their own beliefs despite harsh fate. It features strong guitar sounds, powerful band arrangements, and Lee Won-seok’s refreshing vocals, enhancing the drama’s immersion. The dynamic sound expresses the strong will of characters who do not give in even in desperate moments. Lee Won-seok vividly portrayed the characters’ beliefs and emotions with explosive vocal power and delicate expression. The song gradually intensifies, maximizing the energy of characters standing up against injustice. The drama ″Apartment″ tells the story of Park Hae-kang (played by Ji Sung), a former boss of the Oasis faction who runs for the apartment association president election to take control of hidden money within the apartment complex, and how he works with residents to root out corruption. Meanwhile, Daybreak will hold their summer brand concert ″SUMMER MADNESS″ at Yes24 Wonder Rock Hall in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, from July 25 to 26.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0900