https://en.fannstar.tf.co.kr FANNSTAR RSS Service - All Articles copyright (c) FANNSTAR fannstar@tf.co.kr Released mini 5th album 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1' on the 6thAttitude towards life reached after much thought.. Solidifying identityKickFlip released their mini 5th album 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1' on the 6th. It's an album where the group, which playfully rebelled outwards, began to look inward for the first time. /JYP Entertainment[THE FACT | Reporter Jeong Byung-geun] Boy group KickFlip has been kicking down walls since their debut. They've turned a deaf ear to adult nagging, broken free from established molds, and run towards where their hearts led them. They confessed awkwardly to their first love, and upon turning twenty, they fearlessly threw themselves into new experiences.After going through 4 mini-albums, KickFlip (Kyehoon Amaru Donghwa Juwang Minje Keiju Donghyeon) is now questioning if they are doing the right thing. The answer they reached after much deliberation is not to wait until they are perfect, but to run again as they are, unfinished. It is a promise to themselves and a message to all youths.The fifth mini-album 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1', released on the 6th, is therefore a significant turning point for KickFlip. It's an album where the group, which playfully rebelled outwards, began to look inward for the first time, and moved beyond asking "What can we do well?" to asking "What kind of group do we want to be?"Debuting in January 2025, KickFlip showcased a free-spirited boyishness. While their mini 1st album 'Flip it, Kick it!'s 'Mama Said' playfully kicked away adult nagging and standards, their mini 2nd album 'Kick Out, Flip Now!' pushed the boundaries of freedom further, solidifying KickFlip's unique boyishness, faithful to present emotions and impulses.From their mini 3rd album 'My First Flip', their gaze began to shift from the outside to the inside. They brought personal emotions like the excitement of first love, awkward confessions, and hurts into the album, adding a layer of growth to their playful freshness. In their mini 4th album 'My First Kick', they sang about first challenges, first failures, and the emotions and trial-and-error of facing things for the first time.KickFlip actively brought out the struggles that twenty-year-olds might experience beneath the surface of bright and playful freshness. This is the biggest change and growth point for KickFlip in the new album. /JYP EntertainmentIf mini-albums 1 and 2 were about kicking away the world's standards, albums 3 and 4 were a time to look into their own emotions and growing pains that followed. In the process of transitioning from their teens to their twenties, the members participated in all the songs, moving from a group that expressed youth to a group that directly wrote about their own youth.And 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1', met at the end of that flow, naturally fits into the narrative as an album that looks back for the first time, asks questions, and even finds answers. KickFlip actively brought out the struggles that twenty-year-olds might experience beneath the surface of bright and playful freshness. This is the biggest change and growth point for KickFlip in this album.A device that effectively shows this point is the double title track, attempted for the first time since their debut. If the first title track 'Unfinished' is a question, 'Kick Off The Wall' (Feat. iann dior) is the answer.'Unfinished' likens the confusion of being twenty to a puzzle that doesn't quite fit. While keeping their original pop-punk roots, it utilizes glitchy hyper-pop textures, fragmented beats, dreamy synths, and expanded spaces compared to before. This creates room to look at their own imperfections rather than blindly rushing forward.The message that "our clumsy and messy Puzzle Pieces" eventually become a 'Masterpiece' differs from the common growth narrative of filling in what's lacking to become perfect. KickFlip's attitude of rejecting predetermined answers since their debut has now evolved from rebellion against external standards to accepting their own shortcomings.On the other hand, 'Kick Off The Wall' (Feat. iann dior) is the sprint that starts again despite it all. This song, which creates a much more aggressive hybrid sound by layering distorted synths and 808 bass onto pop-punk centered around guitar and drums, encapsulates KickFlip's answer: "If it's a Question with no answer anyway," they will go without waiting for an answer to emerge.While the anxiety of 'Unfinished' delves inward, 'Kick Off The Wall' explodes that energy outward. With the addition of iann dior's melodic emo rap and laid-back vocals, the scope of pop-punk that KickFlip had previously established has also naturally expanded.If previous albums proved their potential, the new release is the cornerstone solidifying that potential into an identity, and a big step forward towards KickFlip's goal of "completing our own unique color that makes people immediately think, 'This is the music KickFlip makes.'" /JYP EntertainmentThe contrast in the double title track music videos is also clear. While 'Unfinished' is a work that delves into the inner selves and pasts by drawing characters from the members' actual experiences, 'Kick Off The Wall' turns the entire city into a giant playground. Walls become not obstacles but springboards for new movements.The change is even more evident when looking at the B-side tracks. In particular, 'hate blueberry', which stems from Donghwa's real-life experiences, and Minje's 'Drop In', inspired by the drop-in technique in skateboarding, are meaningful in that the members have gone beyond simply being credited on the songs to translating their own memories and tastes into KickFlip's musical language.In fact, KickFlip members had participated in songwriting since their debut album. What's different from then to this album is that they agonized over how to turn their own stories into music and brought them to fruition, which is why the members say, "We constantly thought about how to incorporate our stories now, beyond just making good songs."The boys who kicked away their mothers' nagging sneaked out of classrooms, fell in front of their first loves, and after experiencing their first moments of being twenty, they now face the walls in front of them. They no longer avoid those walls. They don't seek perfect answers either. They simply put down their boards and kick the walls again. KickFlip's identity comes from that very attitude.The addition of Part 1 to the album title suggests the starting point of a new phase, where they confront the world with the selves they have confirmed. If previous albums proved their potential, this album is the cornerstone solidifying that potential into an identity, and a big step forward towards KickFlip's goal of "completing our own unique color that makes people immediately think, 'This is the music KickFlip makes.'"kafka@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The commercial film's calculation hidden by 'cinematic imagination'... the boundary between reality and fictionThe mystery product 'star cameos mobilized' that 'historically questions' hinders immersionControversy surrounds 'Assassins'. The film, based on the assassination of First Lady Park Chung-hee on August 15, 1974, sparked political and social debate immediately after its release, with arguments over 'historical distortion' clashing with counterarguments of 'cinematic imagination'. / Still cut from the movie 'Assassins'[THE FACT|Reporter Kang Il-hong] Controversy surrounds the movie 'Assassins'. The film, based on the assassination of First Lady Park Chung-hee on August 15, 1974, sparked political and social debate immediately after its release, with arguments over 'historical distortion' clashing with counterarguments of 'cinematic imagination'. Some criticize it for exaggerating unconfirmed suspicions based on actual historical events, while others emphasize freedom of creation, stating it is merely a fictional film based on historical facts. Is the true essence of 'Assassins' solely about historical distortion?The movie does not recreate the '74 incident' as it happened. It reconstructs it as a mystery chase film by introducing fictional characters based on the questions surrounding the incident at the time. Instead of reconfirming the conclusion of the actual event, it asks the question, 'Could there have been another assassin?' and draws the audience into the process of investigation. Director Hur Jin-ho also said that he wanted to tell the story of those who pursued the truth, starting from the questions and limitations left in the records of the time, rather than reaching a final conclusion about the incident.The film transforms an event with historical weight into the genre of mystery, and features lead actors Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho. In addition, familiar faces such as Jung Woo-sung, Park Jung-min, Shim Eun-kyung, Park Hae-joon, Oh Jung-se, Shin Hyun-been, Bae Seong-woo, Uhm Tae-woong, and Oh Dal-su make successive short special appearances. Why were so many star actors needed? The director said, "We needed actors who could bring weight to the roles, and I thought it would be enjoyable for the audience to see the actors."◆ "Too many star cameos are not good" They hinder immersionContrary to the director's intentions, a different effect occurs from the audience's perspective. When famous actors appear as cameos, the audience recognizes the actor before the character. Curiosity arises about 'Why is this actor here?', the presence of the character grows, and the buzz around the movie increases. In other words, the star casting itself becomes a cinematic device and simultaneously generates promotional effects. This is particularly evident in mystery genres like 'Assassins', which follow the clues of an event.Of course, it cannot be explained solely in positive terms. More cameos are not always better. They have the greatest effect when cast in the right place at the right moment by the right person. In fact, audience reactions to 'Assassins' are mixed. While some appreciate the appearance of familiar actors, others point out that the story's flow is interrupted by the successive short appearances of star actors, drawing attention to those actors. This can hinder immersion.◆ Mobilizing history and film, facts and imagination... the ultimate goal is 'commercial success'Furthermore, there is no need to overthink the answer to the question of whether it was intended for 'commercial success' from the outset. A film is ultimately a product that must draw audiences to theaters. Especially for a large commercial film released targeting the peak season of Chuseok, it is a very natural strategy to feature glamorous actors and genre entertainment. In fact, 'Assassins' highlighted its 'glamorous cast' as a key promotional point before its release and proved its public interest by surpassing 1 million viewers within four days of its release.Interestingly, famous stars were not cast as President Park Chung-hee and First Lady Park Chung-hee. Instead, stars were heavily featured in the fictional characters surrounding the historical event. This choice clearly shows the nature of the film. Historical figures are kept at a distance, while fictional characters around them attract audiences with the power of stars. It maximizes popular appeal between history and film, fact and imagination.The movie is not a history book, but once it takes material from history, it cannot remain solely in the realm of completely free imagination. 'Assassins' asks the question 'What is truth?' through the story of detectives and investigative reporters who pursued truth in an authoritarian era, maximizing the audience's curiosity and entertainment. / Still cut from the movie 'Assassins'◆ Intersection of actual records and cinematic fiction, possibility of confusing historical facts and creationFrom this perspective, there is no need to be confined to the simple dichotomy of the controversy surrounding the film, namely 'Is the movie distorting history or not?'. It is naturally possible to use fiction in a film based on a true story. Conversely, one cannot say, 'Since it's a movie, imagination is unlimited.' The moment historical events are reconstructed as mysteries, the film induces specific suspicions and emotions in the audience. Especially when actual records and cinematic fiction intersect, the possibility of confusing what is fact and what is creation is bound to increase.The core of the controversy lies in how far historical questions were expanded through cinematic imagination and how much that imagination was packaged as a popular product. 'Assassins' stands precisely on that boundary. Through the story of detectives and investigative reporters who pursued truth in an authoritarian era, it asks the question 'What is truth?', while simultaneously maximizing audience curiosity and entertainment by adding a glamorous lead lineup and numerous star cameos.The movie is not a history book, but once it takes material from history, it cannot remain solely in the realm of completely free imagination. This is especially true if the film becomes the first historical memory for the younger generation, who may not remember actual events from decades ago. Perhaps the biggest question 'Assassins' poses is not the identity of the assassin in the movie who remains an enigma. 'How do we remember history, and how does film recreate that memory?' The essence of the controversy lies here.eel@tf.co.kr]]> FANNSTAR Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 DK (December) received praise on the stage of ’Immortal Songs’ by reinterpreting SG WANNABE’s ’Timeless’ together with KCM. On the 10th episode of KBS 2TV’s ’Immortal Songs’ Park Geun-tae special, DK teamed up with KCM and performed second on stage. The two showcased SG WANNABE’s ’Timeless’ along with stories reflecting their 20 years of friendship. DK expressed his determination, saying, ″We will reinterpret a man’s song,″ and added, ″It is meaningful to perform together with KCM.″ On stage, DK and KCM completed the harmony with smooth tones and explosive high notes. Their relaxed tempo control and high notes enhanced the immersion, and their eye contact while coordinating was impressive. Watching the performance, Ok Joo-hyun, Heo Gak, and others commented, ″The two men battled with high notes,″ ″It was a feast for the ears,″ ″They look so composed,″ and ″There is so much to learn from them.″ Composer Park Geun-tae evaluated, ″I knew they sang well, but it gave me goosebumps. I was amazed by how excellently they interpreted the song.″ DK revealed, ″Each song holds memories from that time, so even if I like other songs, there are irreplaceable ones. ’Timeless’ is a song with a story for KCM and me, so we prepared hard.″ Meanwhile, DK released ’Don’t Be Happy’ last July and has been communicating with fans through various broadcasts and content, including recently appearing on SBS’s ’The Listen: The Season We Stayed.’]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SBS’s ″Our Ballad 2″ will air on the 12th at 10 PM. In this episode, participants with diverse backgrounds, including a girl who studied abroad in Texas and a soldier, will perform songs spanning a wide range of generations. The participants will stage songs that cover different eras, such as Lee Sang-eun’s ″Someday″ released in 1993 and Yudabin Band’s ″High Fever″ from 2019. In particular, one male participant captured the attention of the judging panel ″Top Baek-gwi″ with his warm appearance and relaxed stage manner. Moon Geun-young watched the performance and said, ″I won’t let my groom see this,″ while Joo Woo-jae responded, ″Do you want to see someone go crazy?″ Roy Kim and Jung Seung-hwan introduced themselves as ″visual balladers″ and joked, ″It’s hard to be recognized for our skills rather than our looks.″ Their remarks resonated with the participants and lifted the atmosphere on site. Also, regarding another participant with a clear and pure voice, Joo Woo-jae revealed, ″My ideal type is someone who sings like this.″ Various participants filled the studio with their unique charms and stories. Moon Geun-young has been active in dramas such as ″Autumn in My Heart,″ ″Painter of the Wind,″ and ″Hellbound 2,″ as well as the film ″My Little Bride.″ Last July, she announced her marriage to musical actor Jung Pyeong, who is seven years her senior. Joo Woo-jae debuted as a model and has appeared on various entertainment programs, including ″Hangout with Yoo?″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Dancer Bata’s daily life showing his affection for his fiancée Ji Ye-eun was revealed. At the end of the MBC show ″The Manager″ aired on October 10, a preview video featuring the members of WeDemBoyz was broadcast. The video showed Bata cooking in the kitchen from the morning, and those around him mentioned how Bata had changed ahead of his wedding, saying things like, ″He has dreamed of becoming a good husband since long ago,″ ″His complexion has visibly improved,″ and ″He smiles a lot more than usual.″ Bata also attracted attention in the studio with his bright face as he prepared for marriage. In the observation footage, Bata’s home was revealed, and he started cooking with a bright expression. In-gyu praised Bata by saying, ″You can cook well,″ while eating the food Bata made, and Bata continued talking about Ji Ye-eun, saying she eats well the meals he prepares. Bata expressed his affection by saying, ″Once I make it for Ye-eun, she really eats four or five servings.″ The preview also announced that the usual daily lives of the WeDemBoyz members and the site of their first music video shoot would be revealed. Ji Ye-eun and Bata, both born in 1994, are planning to hold their wedding ceremony on December 12. The couple confirmed their relationship in April, and Ji Ye-eun’s agency CP Entertainment stated, ″The two have promised to share their lives together based on deep trust. We ask for warm congratulations and support for the couple as they embark on this new beginning.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 tvN weekend drama ’100 Days of Lies’ made a spectacular start with the premiere on the 10th, marking Kim Yoo-jung’s return as Lee Ga-kyung, a pickpocket in Gyeongseong. Set in Gyeongseong in 1932, the drama depicts the intertwined fates of five characters with different goals: Lee Ga-kyung (Kim Yoo-jung), Sato Hideo/Kim Tae-woong (Park Jin Young), Yoo So-ran (Kim Hyun-joo), Yoo Philip (Lee Moo-saeng), and Sato Shinichi (Jin Seon-kyu). In the first episode, Lee Ga-kyung appears as a pickpocket living around Gyeongseong Station, dreaming of going to America. She cleverly escapes a police inspection and shows a playful quarrel while fluently switching between Korean, Japanese, and English during her first encounter with Sato Hideo/Kim Tae-woong. Lee Ga-kyung boldly steals Sato Hideo’s wallet and reveals her survival-first character through a friendly daily life with Inoma (Hong Sa-bin). The atmosphere changes as the new Chief Political Officer Sato Shinichi arrives at Gyeongseong Station. The couple Yoo So-ran and Yoo Philip greet Sato Shinichi through the Governor-General’s interpreter Suzuki (Kim Do-hyun). In fact, Yoo So-ran and Yoo Philip are members of the Patriotic Corps, disguised as a married couple for the assassination mission against Sato Shinichi. Yoo So-ran expresses her determination before the decisive day, saying, ″I have waited 13 years, but waiting a few more days is even harder.″ That day, Lee Ga-kyung faces a police inspection while trying to steal Yoo So-ran’s bag but avoids danger by attaching a ’first-class’ paper tag found on the train to the bag. Later, an uncomfortable atmosphere arises when she bumps into Sato Hideo, and Lee Ga-kyung escapes after stealing his wallet at Gyeongseong Station. Yoo So-ran, Yoo Philip, Han Cheol-ryong (Kim In-kwon), and Suzuki hold a final operation meeting, reaffirming their resolve for revenge. Sato Shinichi attends a dinner invitation from Yoo Philip and his wife, with Sato Hideo’s presence becoming a variable. An uninvited guest appears at the dinner, and Lee Ga-kyung arrives demanding money after finding a bullet in Yoo So-ran’s bag. Sato Hideo asks Lee Ga-kyung to return the wallet she stole at Gyeongseong Station, but she deceives him by claiming she is the house’s night watchman. Then, a mysterious man disguised as a cake delivery person appears, threatening Lee Ga-kyung with a gun and ordering her to lead him to the restroom where Sato Shinichi is. Lee Ga-kyung is taken hostage and faces a tense situation, and when she makes eye contact with Sato Hideo, she asks for help, saying, ″Help me... Assassination.″ The first broadcast gathered the five characters at Gyeongseong Station, beginning the main story and portraying the meeting of characters entangled with different intentions and interests. ’100 Days of Lies’ episode 2 will air on the 11th at 9:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Seo Jang-hoon denied the rumor of having a 2 trillion won fortune surrounding him and revealed his actual asset situation and frugal habits. He owns three buildings in Seoul but expressed discomfort over a joke that started on a variety show being mistaken for fact. Seo Jang-hoon cited saving and frugality during his athlete days as the secret to accumulating his assets. He said, ″I didn’t spend the money I earned as a player at home, so I was able to keep saving it,″ and added, ″As I saved what I earned, it accumulated and grew a bit more.″ He also mentioned his frugal spending habits, saying, ″I cut down on everything I can reduce,″ and revealed, ″The only money I spend on myself is for food delivery.″ He added that even if he wants to buy clothes, it’s not easy to find clothes that fit due to his large build. On the SBS variety show ″Anything for You - Secretary Jin,″ where Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-gyu accompanied him, Seo Jang-hoon revealed that he owns three buildings and confessed, ″There are difficulties in my own way.″ When Lee Seo-jin asked, ″Why did you put the building up for sale? There was even an article about it,″ Seo Jang-hoon mentioned putting the Dabobuilding in Seocho-dong on the market. The building was purchased in 2000 for about 2.817 billion won and was listed for sale in August for 45 billion won. It has two basement floors and five above-ground floors, with a land area of 376.9m2 and a total floor area of 1,474.9m2. Although the asking price is 42.183 billion won higher than the purchase price, he explained that this is not an actual capital gain from the sale. Seo Jang-hoon bought a building in Heukseok-dong jointly with his mother in 2005 for about 5.8 billion won, and in 2019, he purchased a building in Seogyo-dong for about 14 billion won. It is estimated that the value of his real estate holdings exceeds 70 billion won, but it was also noted that this is not net assets reflecting debts and other factors. Regarding the ″2 trillion won fortune″ rumor, Seo Jang-hoon explained, ″Kim Hee-chul joked on a variety show, and it was exaggerated to 2 trillion won,″ clarifying that the joke on JTBC’s ″Knowing Bros″ was distorted. He said, ″Do you know how many people in our country have 2 trillion won? I looked it up, and there are about 35,″ adding, ″How would I make 2 trillion won? Out of 100 people, five or six really believe it.″ Seo Jang-hoon also emphasized on EBS’s ″Seo Jang-hoon’s Millionaire Next Door″ regarding tenant eviction issues, ″For your information, I have never once told anyone to move out.″ About income from the large rooftop electronic billboard, he revealed in 2017, ″The income is not mine. I lease the entire billboard to someone else and only receive rent.″ Seo Jang-hoon is known for setting rent lower than the market rate and has earned the nickname ″kind landlord.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Director Yeon Sang-ho addresses humanity in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) through a mystery thriller in his new work, ″Paradise Lost.″ The film highlights the unbridgeable gap that ultimately remains between reality and illusion. The movie was first unveiled domestically at the 31st Busan International Film Festival Gala Presentation. ″Paradise Lost″ tells the story of Soyoung (Kim Hyun-joo), a mother who lost her son and lives relying on an AI version of him, and her reunion with her son Sunwoo (Bae Hyun-sung) after nine years. Although Soyoung meets her son again, she feels unfamiliarity and anxiety rather than joy. This is because the AI is more consistent than the real person, the film explains. At a press conference held on the 10th at the Busan Cinema Center, director Yeon Sang-ho explained, ″Continuity is necessary to recognize a person as the same individual.″ The AI was designed to meet this condition, but after nine years, the connection in the returned son is missing, causing Soyoung to doubt whether the person in front of her is truly Sunwoo. Director Yeon emphasized human traits such as imperfection, incomprehensibility, and isolation as the opposite of AI. The starting point of this perspective was John Milton’s epic poem ″Paradise Lost.″ Yeon said, ″I thought that humanity gaining its identity as human was the event of eating the fruit of good and evil and being expelled from paradise.″ The original story idea came from a three-page episode written by the director’s mother. It was about a mother who could not stop her son from doing bad things but could never stop loving him. Based on this, Yeon wrote a screenplay titled ″Punk″ in 2020. Later, the setting was moved to a fictional village on the border between Canada and the United States, resulting in ″Black Inferno,″ a novel by writer Oh Sung-eun. In the third version, ″Paradise Lost,″ the story was shifted to the AI era. Filming was completed in 14 sessions. Compared to the usual 50 or more sessions for feature films, this was a short period. Kim Hyun-joo said, ″It was actually good because I could act with more immersion,″ adding, ″I tried to express Soyoung herself rather than just acting. Since filming continued every day, I think that presence was conveyed as it was.″ ″Paradise Lost″ will be released on the 21st.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SBS Friday-Saturday drama ’Doctor X: The Era of the White Mafia’ ranked first in Saturday mini-series viewership ratings after just two episodes. According to Nielsen Korea, episode 2 of ’Doctor X,’ aired on the night of the 10th, recorded nationwide ratings of 14.9%, 14.7% in the metropolitan area, and a peak rating of 17.4%. The 2049 demographic rating also ranked first among all Saturday programs and all programs aired during the week, with a peak of 5.4% and an average of 4.6%. In this episode, surgeon Kye Soo-jung (played by Kim Ji-won) demonstrated outstanding skills by performing surgeries on two patients consecutively. Soo-jung provoked resentment from other surgeons by acting independently of the hospital hierarchy, such as taking the wheelchair of VIP patient Park Kwang-chul (played by Kim Ki-cheon) to transport emergency patient Lee Joo-hee (played by Yuna). The surgeons assigned intern Park Tae-kyung (Kim WooSeok) to monitor Soo-jung, but Park Tae-kyung instead developed respect for her. Soo-jung clashed with surgical chief Do Yoon-sik (played by Kim Young-min) over the surgeries of Park Kwang-chul and Lee Joo-hee. Do Yoon-sik advocated for a partial resection surgery that would leave some of the cancerous area to reduce the risk of death for Park Kwang-chul, who has pancreatic cancer, while Soo-jung confidently insisted she could completely remove the cancer. Ultimately, Do Yoon-sik took charge of Park Kwang-chul’s surgery, and Soo-jung handled Lee Joo-hee’s surgery. On the day of the surgeries, Do Yoon-sik attempted to stop the operation due to the patient’s condition being more severe than expected, and hospital director Boo Seung-kwon (played by Son Hyun-joo) urgently called Soo-jung to Park Kwang-chul’s operating room. Soo-jung had already completed Lee Joo-hee’s surgery, which was expected to take 3 to 4 hours, in just one hour, and then successfully performed a complex surgery involving en bloc resection of the pancreatic head including the artery, completing both patients’ surgeries in 6 hours and 30 minutes. During this process, Soo-jung prioritized life over the patient’s status or power and drew attention for her stance against the hospital’s power structure and practices. Jang Hee-sook (played by Lee Jung-eun), the head of the medical staffing agency representing Soo-jung, received double the usual fee, and upon seeing the news of the search of Park Kwang-chul, said, ″You have to be alive to be punished and pay the price.″ At the end of the broadcast, suspicions related to Soo-jung’s past were raised. The medical staff at Gu Seo University Hospital discovered the existence of a doctor named ’Doctor X’ who had used the same surgical method in the past, and that a patient who underwent that surgery died within two months. Soo-jung’s face was captured in a news photo, adding to the mystery. Hospital director Boo Seung-kwon warned, ″You can’t avoid failure forever,″ to which Soo-jung replied, ″It seems like you have already failed, director.″ ’Doctor X: The Era of the White Mafia’ airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In the KBS2 weekend drama ″Love Is Coming,″ Han Gyurim, played by Ahn Heeyeon, shocked her family by transforming into a completely different style from usual. Han Gyurim attempted a bold change with flashy clothes and heavy makeup to push away Kim Mujin (Ha Seokjin), causing confusion even among her family with her unexpected behavior. Kim Mujin actively approached by signing a supply contract with Han Gyurim’s side dish store. Feeling burdened, Han Gyurim asked an AI for ways to make Kim Mujin give up and fell into worry. Eventually, she went to Kim Mujin at dawn and reached out first, saying, ″Let’s meet again.″ However, this was a deliberate act by Han Gyurim to lead Kim Mujin to lose affection for her and leave. Han Gyurim made Kim Mujin uncomfortable at a convenience store and coldly turned away, saying, ″Are you showing off your wealth?″ when he bought her a drink. Meanwhile, Han Gyurim’s family gradually showed favor toward Kim Mujin. Han Gyoo (Bae Yoonkyu) felt grateful to Kim Mujin, who sincerely comforted him during difficult times. Han Seokjoong (Ryu Seungsu) opened his heart after visiting Kim Mujin’s restaurant with Jo Heungsik (Bae Jungnam). Han Seokjoong even called Kim Mujin his ″son-in-law.″ Jo Heungsik also advised Han Gyurim to accept Kim Mujin, but Han Gyurim stated she could not continue the relationship because Kim Mujin was the only son of a chaebol family and had given up everything for her. Additionally, Go Yoonhee (Yoon Yooseon) left home and started working part-time at a barbecue restaurant, beginning to stand on her own. Jang Huntae (Kwon Haeho) was anxious, wondering if Go Yoonhee was preparing for a breakup. At the end of the broadcast, a scene showed Han Gyurim appearing at Kim Mujin’s restaurant in a leopard print outfit and heavy makeup, surprising Kim Mujin. Episode 21 of ″Love Is Coming″ will air on the 11th at 8 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Heo Nam-jun shared an update on his recent activities to mark his 7th debut anniversary. On the 11th, Heo Nam-jun posted several photos on his personal SNS along with the message, ″It’s already been 7 years since my debut. Thank you for being with me all this time. I look forward to your continued support.″ The released photos showed Heo Nam-jun wearing a dark brown shirt, smiling as he flipped through a magazine. There was also an image of him looking at the camera while covering half of his face with the magazine. In the photos, Heo Nam-jun displayed both a soft and sweet atmosphere and a playful expression. Heo Nam-jun became known to the public through the film First Drink, which was released on October 11, 2019. Since then, he has built his filmography by appearing on both the big screen and television.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The MBC variety show ″Hangout with Yoo?″ resumed broadcasting on October 10th after a three-week hiatus, presenting the first preliminary listening session of the ″95 Seoul Music Festival″ project. The broadcast introduced beloved hit songs from the 1990s through 1995, featuring participants with diverse personalities and talents, capturing viewers’ attention. Yoo Jae-suk appeared as the PD and evaluated the participants’ singing skills through a blind audition. The participants took the stage using nicknames based on hit variety shows and movie titles from the 1990s. ″Chungking Express″ selected Kim Gun-mo’s ″First Impression,″ and ″M″ chose Kim Wan-sun’s ″The Clown Doesn’t Laugh at Us,″ both passing the audition. ″The Bridges of Madison County″ and ″Sleepless in Seattle″ also passed by singing ″You Reflected in My Smile″ and ″My Love by My Side,″ respectively. Yoo Jae-suk recalled his part-time job at Kim Tae-gyun’s pub during his college days and reminisced that ″My Love by My Side″ was a comforting song for him. ″Our Paradise″ passed with Kim Min-woo’s ″It’s Just Love,″ ″Moon of Seoul″ with Yoon Do-hyun’s ″Love Two,″ and ″Léon″ with Shin Sung-woo’s ″Prologue.″ ″Terminator″ passed by singing Park Mi-kyung’s ″A Reason That Doesn’t Seem Like a Reason,″ and ″Jurassic Park″ passed with Min Hae-kyung’s ″Face I Want to See.″ Yoo Jae-suk expressed curiosity about the identity of ″Jurassic Park.″ Additionally, ″Love in Your Arms″ and ″The Shawshank Redemption″ received a hold decision and advanced to the hold round. ″Walking to the Sky″ was eliminated after revealing a dialect that identified the participant as Yang Sang-guk, and ″Stop Moving″ was also held. Hwang Jae-gyun challenged with ″The Demon Master″ but was eliminated due to his choir-style singing. This broadcast recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 4.5%, ranking first among Saturday variety shows, with a 4.3% rating in the metropolitan area and 2.8% among viewers aged 20 to 54. Notably, the acceptance scene of ″Jurassic Park″ achieved the highest viewership rating of 5.7% in the metropolitan Bundang area, making it the best one-minute segment. ″Hangout with Yoo?″ successfully concluded the ″80s Seoul Music Festival″ special in the second half of last year and ranked first for two consecutive months in the October variety program brand reputation. The broadcast also previewed the second preliminary round and the face-to-face stage for the participants who were held.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Shimizu of the dance crew LACHICA revealed his long-standing affection by analyzing the personalities and characteristics of the IVE members. Shimizu appeared on MBC’s variety show ″The Manager″ and was seen meeting with an assistant to discuss IVE’s year-end stage concept. On the broadcast that day, Shimizu revealed that he is in charge of directing IVE’s music video shoots and award show stages. Based on his experience of working with IVE for over five years, he explained detailed directing points tailored to each member. Shimizu said, ″Having worked together for more than five years, I roughly know them. Ahn Yujin likes bold and refreshing movements that match her straightforward personality.″ Regarding Lee Seo, he said, ″She is transforming into a mature image now that she is an adult.″ About Rei, he explained, ″She has a surprising charm that combines cuteness with sexiness, so I place iconic moves for her.″ He mentioned that Rheeze ″has a beautiful line and is good at bouncing,″ and evaluated Ga-eul as ″a member I can trust because her movements are very precise along with a hip vibe.″ Especially about Jang Wonyoung, he praised, ″She has the charm to turn everything into a killing scene. She does tremendous research,″ adding, ″Even with the same moves, when it’s her turn, she brings them to life with a completely different feeling.″ Shimizu also spoke about his connection with IVE, saying, ″I started giving choreography to IVE from ’LOVE DIVE,’″ and revealed, ″I personally went to lessons during ’I AM,’ and since then, I have been in charge of directing music video shoots and award show stages.″]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Broadcast personality Nam Chang-hee’s wife, Yoon Young-kyung, has entered her 23rd week of pregnancy. She is expected to give birth in February next year. Nam Chang-hee personally announced his wife’s pregnancy during the live broadcast of KBS Cool FM’s ″Yoon Jung-soo Nam Chang-hee’s Mister Radio″ on the 9th. Their agency, TN Entertainment, officially confirmed the pregnancy on the 10th. The couple dated for about four years and six months before getting married on February 22 of this year at the Shilla Hotel in Seoul, and they announced the pregnancy about eight months after their wedding. Yoon Young-kyung appeared on MBC’s 2014 ″Infinite Challenge″ special ″Hong-cheol, Let’s Get Married,″ where she earned the nickname ″Hangang IU.″ At the time, Haha introduced Yoon Young-kyung as a woman resembling IU from the Han River, and she attracted attention for her pure appearance right after the broadcast. Yoon Young-kyung won second place at the 83rd National Chunhyang Selection Contest in 2013 and later worked as an actress in films such as ″Ode to My Father″ and dramas including ″Hwajeong″ and ″Wok of Love.″ In 2019, she also appeared on the dating reality show ″Before Some RIIZE.″ Afterward, she left the entertainment industry and worked for about six years as a public officer in the Public Relations Department of Dongdaemun-gu Office in Seoul, handling district promotion tasks. She recently concluded her career as a civil servant. At the end of last month, Yoon Young-kyung announced her resignation, saying, ″I leave with only good memories and head toward a new world.″ The cake prepared by Nam Chang-hee bore the message, ″Young-kyung, thank you for your hard work over six years.″ The news of her 23rd week of pregnancy was revealed shortly after her resignation. Nam Chang-hee debuted in 2000 on SBS’s ″Happy Our Saturday″ and has been active in both variety shows and acting. He is also well known as a longtime close friend of Jo Se-ho. Currently, he works as a radio DJ alongside Yoon Jung-soo. According to their agency, Nam Chang-hee is balancing his schedule while taking care of his wife’s health and focusing on prenatal care.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-yoon and Yoon Taek revealed various experiences gained from hosting MBN’s ’I Am a Natural Person’ for 15 years. Lee Seung-yoon stated that the rerun appearance fees greatly helped in purchasing his parents’ house, and Yoon Taek also mentioned that he contributed to buying land with his rerun fees. On the broadcast of MBN’s ’Kim Juha’s Day and Night’ on the 10th, the two appeared to talk about the behind-the-scenes of the long-running program and its financial rewards. When host Moon Seyoon asked about the appearance fees, noting that reruns of ’I Am a Natural Person’ air about 400 times a week, Lee Seung-yoon replied, ″I worked hard, and that really helped,″ adding that it contributed to buying his parents’ house. He further added about Yoon Taek, ″In his case, he contributed to buying land.″ The two also mentioned the recognition they gained through the program. Lee Seung-yoon said that when he visits local traditional markets, he receives a warm welcome from the elders, and Yoon Taek shared that even strangers greet him with ″Long time no see,″ showing their friendly relationship with viewers. They said, ″When we go to local traditional markets, we envy no one. Not even BTS.″ They also shared food experiences encountered during filming. Yoon Taek recalled eating centipedes, saying, ″It tastes somewhat like concentrated ink. The texture is very unpleasant. The texture varies by part.″ Regarding cockroaches, he said, ″Cockroaches just taste like bugs.″ Unexpectedly delicious food was the larvae of hornets, which he described as ″100 times better than silkworm pupae.″ Lee Seung-yoon recounted an early filming story where he ate fresh liver of a water deer; a natural person disassembled the deer right in front of him and handed him the fresh liver, and he was overwhelmed by the person’s spirit and ended up eating it. Additionally, Lee Seung-yoon mentioned receiving wild ginseng as a gift from a natural person during filming in his newlywed days, saying that after eating the precious wild ginseng, he immediately conceived a child. He said, ″They said if you eat this, you will have a child right away. When I got home, my body was very hot. I had a child right away. The child born also has a lot of heat.″ ’I Am a Natural Person’ has surpassed 700 episodes and has established itself as a long-loved program. ’Kim Juha’s Day and Night’ airs every Saturday at 9:40 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group AND2BLE has released new concept photos ahead of their second mini album release. AND2BLE (ZHANG HAO, YOO SEUNGEON, Ricky, KIM GYUVIN, HAN YUJIN) showcased individual concept photos of the ’Observe’ version from their mini album 2, ’Sequence 02: Attraction,’ on their official SNS on the 8th. In these concept photos, the five members revealed a more mature charm with restrained gazes and expressions against vivid primary color backgrounds. The photos expressed the emotional transition from curiosity to interest, drawing attention for their deeper atmosphere and sophisticated styling compared to previous activities. AND2BLE plans to sequentially release three versions of concept photos: ’Observe,’ ’Attraction,’ and ’Archive.’ They will continue preparing for their comeback with various content such as the tracklist, highlight medley, and music video teaser. This new release comes about five months after their first mini album, ’Sequence 01: Curiosity,’ released last May. It captures the process of ’curiosity’ evolving into ’interest’ through new music and concepts. AND2BLE is a group where all members have re-debuted. ZHANG HAO, Ricky, KIM GYUVIN, and HAN YUJIN left the team after ending activities with ZEROBASEONE and terminating their contract with WakeOne last March, while YOO SEUNGEON started anew under their original agency, YH Entertainment (formerly Yuehua Entertainment), after finishing activities with Even. Debuting last May, AND2BLE recorded initial sales of 730,000 copies with their first album. They ranked 4th in initial sales for debut albums by K-pop groups and held the show concert ’2026 AND2BLE SHOW CONCERT: Welcome to Qurious’ in four Asian cities. They also won a total of 12 trophies at major domestic and international award ceremonies. AND2BLE’s mini album 2, ’Sequence 02: Attraction,’ will be released on the 27th at 6 PM through various music platforms. On the same day at 8 PM, a comeback fan showcase will be held.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won uncovers the true identity of the two-faced murderer on MBC’s ″Surprise Mystery Salon.″ ″Surprise Mystery Salon″ will air on October 11th with the theme ″The Cruel Death Hidden Behind the Mask: The True Identity of the Ultimate Two-Faced Murderer.″ The released preview showed an ordinary grandson who takes care of his grandmother, loves his pet dog, and cherishes his family. Then, Lee Chan-won shouted, ″But!″ hinting at a twist in the case. Along with the phrase ″Scare them properly and send them back,″ scenes of insane evil acts followed, previewing the appearance of the most extreme psychopath in Surprise history. Additionally, Lee Chan-won expressed anger, saying, ″This is insane!″ The broadcast will air on the 11th at 10:40 AM.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Bada shared several photos on her SNS. On the 10th, Bada posted photos on Instagram with the caption, ″The brightest moment, everyone~ Did you enjoy yesterday’s performance?″ In the photos, Bada wore a lace-patterned see-through bodysuit and a cropped leather jacket trimmed with fur. She completed the look with a high-leg design bodysuit, low-rise mini shorts worn over the hips, and black lace-up long boots reaching below the knees. Under the fireworks in the night sky and stage lights, the leather, lace, and fur materials harmonized beautifully. Bada released the remix track ″Love wave″ last August.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Chan-won will take the stage at the ’24th Pocheon Citizens’ Day’ festival held at Pocheon Sports Complex in Gunnae-myeon, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do on October 11th at 6 PM. The festival will feature performances by Lee Chan-won, Lee Daehwan, H1-KEY (HI-.KEY), Diva, and others. The event will be held under the theme ″Greater Happiness with Citizens, Pride Pocheon,″ with various programs such as experience booths and cultural performances. Lee Chan-won has recently been actively participating in various broadcasts, events, and as a model for Ollokdam advertisements.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Kim Yong Bin appears as the new boss on KBS2’s ’The Boss Has Donkey Ears.’ Kim Yong Bin debuted at the age of 11 and is now in the 23rd year of their career. On the show, they revealed that their late grandmother had saved every penny earned since their childhood without spending any, and they disclosed the bankbook. They said they still keep those bankbooks, which number over 50. However, they also mentioned that they do not yet own a house in their name. On the broadcast, trot veteran Kim YonJa gave practical advice to Kim Yong Bin. Kim YonJa said, ″It’s a shame,″ and added, ″Just saving money isn’t enough. You need to buy gold, buy a house, or invest.″ Then Kim YonJa continued advising Kim Yong Bin, saying, ″Try buying gold with that money. What I heard from you is the most regrettable.″ Meanwhile, Kim Yong Bin won the TV CHOSUN show ’Mr. Trot 3.’]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ATEEZ has confirmed the 2027 world tour ’ZERO TO ALL.’ KQ Entertainment released the poster for the ’2027 ATEEZ World Tour ″ZERO TO ALL″’ on their official SNS on October 10. The tour will begin in Incheon from January 22 to 24, 2027, followed by performances in Tokyo, Japan on February 2 and 3, and in Kobe on February 13 and 14. Afterwards, the tour will continue in Europe in April, North America from July to August, and South America in September. Additional shows have also been announced. The tour name ’ZERO TO ALL’ is a reverse of the subtitle of ATEEZ’s debut album, ’TREASURE EP.1: All to Zero,’ symbolizing the group’s growth and challenges. Previously, ATEEZ sold out all seats for their world tour ’IN YOUR FANTASY’ in Incheon and Kobe, Japan, and added extra shows in Los Angeles and Orlando in the U.S., as well as Melbourne and Sydney in Australia due to high ticket demand. Meanwhile, ATEEZ will release their 15th mini-album, ’GOLDEN HOUR: Part.6,’ on November 13. Their 14th mini-album, ’GOLDEN HOUR: Part.5,’ released last June, marked their third No. 1 on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200, and the title track ’BAD’ sparked a challenge craze.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS (Martin, James, Juhun, Seonghyeon, Geonho) appeared on the main stage of the Singapore Marina Bay Street Circuit on the 9th (local time) at the ’Formula One (F1) Singapore Grand Prix 2026.’ CORTIS was the only K-pop artist among this year’s performers and took the ’Padang Stage.’ An estimated 60,000 spectators gathered for the performance, and CORTIS performed a total of 15 songs over 50 minutes. The stage featured various songs such as ″TNT,″ ″FaSHioN,″ ″REDRED,″ ″GO!,″ and ″MOTION (feat. Juicy J),″ and during the ″YOUNGCREATORCREW″ segment, the members came down from the stage to interact closely with the audience. The members of CORTIS, visiting Singapore for the first time since their debut, expressed, ″We are grateful that many core fans joined us. It’s a truly beautiful city,″ and greeted in local-style English, saying, ″Thank you lah.″ Meanwhile, at Plaza Singapura in downtown Singapore, the ″CORTIS POP-UP in SINGAPORE″ is being held from the 2nd to the 25th.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MC Lee Seung-yoon of MBN’s ″I Am a Natural Person″ mentioned his first meeting with his wife and the revenue from reruns. Lee Seung-yoon revealed on the show that he was attracted to his wife because she was good at spelling. He explained that he first met his wife, an editor who planned books, while he was doing the comedy segment ″Health Boy.″ Every time they exchanged text messages, his wife corrected his spelling mistakes one by one, which led him to study and search the Korean language. Lee Seung-yoon said, ″I think I liked my wife’s intellectual side,″ adding that his wife said, ″Since you are a broadcaster, you shouldn’t make mistakes anywhere, so I corrected you as much as I could.″ He expressed gratitude, saying that thanks to his wife, he won first place four times and became a master twice on Korean language broadcasting programs. He also revealed that although his wife is taller than him, she always wears low heels, and MC Kim Ju-ha talked about Lee Seung-yoon’s family photo and praised his wife’s beauty. The broadcast also discussed the number of reruns and the revenue of ″I Am a Natural Person.″ MC Moon Se-yoon stated that the program is rerun 400 times a week and asked about rumors that Lee Seung-yoon bought a house with the rerun fees. In response, Lee Seung-yoon said that the results of his hard work greatly helped his life and that he contributed to buying his parents a house. Then, Yoon Taek mentioned using rerun fees to buy land, which made Yoon Taek look embarrassed. Lee Seung-yoon also shared an experience from his newlywed days when he received a rare wild ginseng in the mountains and, after consuming it, was able to have a child. He recalled that his child had a high fever while growing up. Meanwhile, ″I Am a Natural Person″ has been airing for 15 years and has surpassed 700 episodes.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS V showcased an outfit commemorating the 100th anniversary of Hangul Day on the ’Arirang’ overseas tour stage held in Lima, Peru. On October 9th (local time), V took the stage at the Lima concert wearing a T-shirt with handwritten Korean text on the front reading ″Lima″ and ″Kim Taehyung,″ and on the back, ″October 9, 2026, today is the 100th anniversary of Hangul Day.″ The concert lasted for two days, and V ranked first on Google Trends in 76 countries. The performance video of V on stage wearing a black beanie and T-shirt quickly spread on TikTok, and on the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, it surpassed 16.5 million views, becoming a hot topic. During the ’Arirang’ tour, V communicates with fans in various languages. The Peruvian news agency Agencia Andina highlighted V’s Spanish remarks at the San Marcos Stadium concert in Lima as a key moment, and Latina TV reported that after V shouted, ″¡PERU ES CLAVE!″ (″Peru is key!″), the audience erupted in cheers. Meanwhile, according to a survey by the Korean Association for International Cultural Exchange, 9 out of 10 global BTS fans have studied Korean to understand the lyrics and conversations among the members in the content.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CLOSE YOUR EYES took first place on KBS2’s ’Music Bank.’ They won the trophy on the broadcast on the 9th with the title track ″Drop That!″ from their fourth mini-album ’256th Note.’ This album surpassed 710,000 copies in initial sales after its release on the 30th of last month, setting a new personal record. On music charts, ″Drop That!″ reached a peak position of 26 on Melon’s latest release chart, 3 on Bugs’ real-time chart, and 56 on the daily chart. It entered the TOP 5 on Bugs’ real-time chart for the first time since their debut. On overseas charts, ’256th Note’ ranked 62nd on the Worldwide iTunes Album Chart, marking the third highest position among K-pop artists currently on that chart. Right after receiving the award, CLOSE YOUR EYES said, ″We worked really hard preparing this album, so we are truly happy to receive such a great award. Thanks to Closer (the fandom name), we have been feeling what it means to be loved these days and how happy that is.″ They added, ″We believe everything is thanks to Closer, and we will strive to become even more impressive artists who can repay them.″ The title track ″Drop That!″ samples ″Enjoy This Night″ and reinterprets it in a 90s street hip-hop style. CLOSE YOUR EYES added their unique sensibility based on bold genre experimentation and an expanded musical spectrum.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hearts2Hearts released the ending theme song ″Candy Box Lover″ for the Japanese animation ″Catch! Teenieping″ Season 4 ″Sweet and Sour Catch! Teenieping″ at midnight on the 11th through various music sites. This song is in the electro-pop genre, capturing the excitement and heartbeat of opening a candy box, blending Hearts2Hearts’s lovely and fresh charm with the animation’s worldview. Hearts2Hearts has gained positive responses from local fans by performing both the opening and ending theme songs. Additionally, they debuted in Japan by releasing their first single ″ICONIC HEART″ on August 12. The group is scheduled to attend ″Tobu Railway presents ANIMAX MUSIX 2026 supported by Lemino DAY2″ held in Yokohama on November 21. Following that, on the 22nd and 23rd, they will hold their first fan event in Tokyo Ariake Arena, ″Hearts2Hearts Japan First Fan Event ’READY! S2U’ (Hearts2Hearts JAPAN 1st Fan Event ’READY! S2U’),″ to meet local fans. Meanwhile, Hearts2Hearts released the Korean version of their Japanese debut song ″ICONIC HEART″ on the 5th and plans to continue active music broadcast activities in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 'Shinbyeong 4' Director Min Jin-ki&Writer Yoon Ki-young's Finale Commemorative Interview"Happy to become a 'National Series'... Still have many stories to tell"Writer Yoon Ki-young (left) and Director Min Jin-ki met with for a finale commemorative interview for the ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'Shinbyeong 4: Sabotage'. /KT Studio Genie[THE FACT | Reporter Moon Chae-young] Min Jin-ki and Yoon Ki-young's 'Shinbyeong' has been captivating viewers with its increasing quality with each season. It's solidifying the 'Shinbyeong' genre with episodes that evoke not just laughter and fun, but also emotion, going beyond ordinary military stories. 'Shinbyeong' promises an endless stream of stories to come.Director Min Jin-ki and Writer Yoon Ki-young recently met with at a cafe in Jongno-gu, Seoul, for a finale commemorative interview for the ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'Shinbyeong 4: Sabotage' (written by Yoon Ki-young&Kim Dan, directed by Min Jin-ki&Jo Jae-wook, hereinafter referred to as 'Shinbyeong 4'). The two, who were in charge of directing and writing respectively, shared various stories related to the series that has continued for four seasons.'Shinbyeong 4' is a hyper-realistic military comedy that depicts the story of Sergeant Park Min-seok (played by Kim Min-ho), whose rank and worries have increased, facing an unpredictable military life once again with the appearance of new characters. It is the fourth season of the 'Shinbyeong' series, which was first released in 2022.Season 4, consisting of a total of 12 episodes, started with a series-high opening viewership rating of 2.8% and reached 3.6% by episode 4, achieving the highest viewership rating across all seasons. The series continued its upward trend in viewership, reaching a peak of 5.2% in its final episode aired on the 29th of last month. (Based on Nielsen Korea's national paid household ratings)Recently, Directors Min and Yoon have been realizing the popularity of the series, with viewership ratings significantly higher than previous seasons. The newly achieved record-breaking ratings have excited them. They are savoring the feeling of being rewarded with numbers for the time they struggled to meet viewers' expectations."I started every season with a sense of anxiety. Especially when I saw Season 4 starting with higher ratings than the previous season, I knew the viewers' expectations were high. So, this season, the writer and I worked even harder to ensure there would be no decline in viewership. I'm happy that 'Shinbyeong' has become a 'National Series'." (Director Min Jin-ki)ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'Shinbyeong 4: Sabotage' concluded with the highest viewership ratings in the series' history. /KT Studio GenieDirector Min has been the director for all seasons of 'Shinbyeong', from Season 1 to Season 4. While directing Season 4, he focused on the reasons why viewers should watch 'Shinbyeong'. He aimed to provide more enjoyment to a wider audience by moving beyond repetitive military stories and incorporating various forms of entertainment.The special appearances, strategically placed, served the same purpose. This season of 'Shinbyeong 4' featured YouTuber Kwak Tube and actors Kim Young-ok, Lee Han-wi, Song Young-jae, and Kim Joon-bae, enhancing the drama's entertainment value. Notably, actress Han Ga-in, who appeared as the sister of Jeon Se-gwang (played by Kim Dong-jun) in Season 3, made a real-life appearance, generating significant buzz."We planned with Kim Dong-jun for a long time to make Han Ga-in's appearance happen. (laughs) After Kim Dong-jun appeared on Han Ga-in's YouTube channel, their sibling-like chemistry became a 'meme' online, and I was curious about how it would translate to the drama." (Director Min Jin-ki)Directors Min and Yoon made Season 4 a turning point for the protagonist, Park Min-seok (played by Kim Min-ho). They wanted to highlight that being the son of the division commander isn't always an advantage from a different perspective. This was a necessary step in expanding the worldview with successive seasons."In Season 4, we absolutely had to address Park Min-seok's background as the division commander's son. Otherwise, the character of Park Min-seok wouldn't have been able to grow. Due to the emotional aspect of being the son of someone in power, he had a strong image of a 'low-class soldier,' and we needed to shake that up. This was the right time. We wanted to show organizational satire." (Director Min Jin-ki)ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'Shinbyeong 4: Sabotage' heightened viewer interest with a unique cast combination of original members Kim Min-ho, Nam Tae-woo, and Lee Sang-jin, along with new member Lee Won-jung. /KT Studio GenieHe also expressed strong affection for the original members who have been with the series up to Season 4, including Kim Min-ho, Nam Tae-woo, and Lee Sang-jin. Directors Min and Yoon stated, "Our slogan is 'Don't lose your original intention'," and "Our goal is to not forget our rookie days in Season 1 and to continue working together for the next season.""'Shinbyeong' has maintained its original members well. (laughs) Not a single actor had an easy journey to get here. That's why they are all diligent actors who know how to protect themselves. However, we welcome them not being able to appear in the next season if they become more successful. I truly hope they do better. We can let them go with joy."Their teamwork often surprises many on set. Director Min said, "The actors can predict what direction I'm going to give," and "I can also tell their condition just by looking at their eyes." He explained that with their perfect synergy, the filming speed has noticeably increased, making it easy to shoot in any location.He also mentioned actor Lee Won-jung, who plays Kim Hyun-wook, a new addition to the 'Shinbyeong' universe this season. Kim Hyun-wook is an original character created for the drama, not present in the original work, who harbors animosity towards Park Min-seok early in the story due to a misunderstanding.The production team cited 'young energy' and 'proven acting skills' as reasons for casting Lee Won-jung. They explained that they needed a young actor who matched the age of the 'Shinbyeong' characters to expand the viewer base. After searching for an actor with solid acting skills who wouldn't disrupt the flow of the drama, they discovered Lee Won-jung.Directors Min and Yoon did not spare praise for Lee Won-jung. They described him as an actor who "crosses between good and evil," stating that he "expresses both his ace-like qualities and the hidden ambiguity within." They added, "He is so diligent that he exercised for over two months for the bathhouse scene."Writer Yoon Ki-young (left) and Director Min Jin-ki revealed their strong affection for the drama 'Shinbyeong' and their commitment to new seasons. /KT Studio GenieAs the story of 'Shinbyeong 4' approached its end, fans expressed their desire for a Season 5. Regarding this, Director Min said, "The next season is up to the viewers," and "We have more than enough stories. We will continue as long as the viewers want it." Writer Yoon also stated, "There are still many stories to tell. I will continue as long as Director Min contacts me."In fact, the production team announced the confirmation of Season 5 just one day after the finale of 'Shinbyeong 4'. While the specific broadcast period has not been determined, the production team plans to begin work on Season 5 after the spin-off movie 'Shinbyeong the Movie: Ghosts Live in the Military Hospital' (hereinafter referred to as 'Shinbyeong the Movie') and the drama 'Sunning Baseball Team'.They also requested anticipation for 'Shinbyeong the Movie', which is scheduled to be released before the new season. 'Shinbyeong the Movie' is a film set in a military hospital and features Kim Min-ho, the protagonist of the 'Shinbyeong' series, along with actors Ryu Kyung-soo and group TWICE JEONGYEON. Ryu Kyung-soo makes his first appearance in the 'Shinbyeong' universe as Yoo Jae-hoon, a mysterious soldier admitted to the military hospital. Jeong Yeon, who is making her acting debut in this work, plays the role of nurse officer Yoo Jeong-yeon.Director Min expressed confidence, saying, "It's a 'Shinbyeong' story worth seeing in theaters," and "We are expanding the space and introducing new actors accordingly. It's a completely different story from the existing 'Shinbyeong'. Viewers won't feel it's just an extension of the drama 'Shinbyeong'.""It's a story that takes place in a different space from the drama 'Shinbyeong'. Even if you haven't watched the drama, you can enjoy it purely for entertainment. In particular, we were able to freely express levels of content that were impossible on TV due to censorship. 'Shinbyeong' is evolving into various genres beyond just a drama." (Director Min Jin-ki)mcy21@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Second Challenge to Establish the 8th TeamAirs Every Sunday at 9:10 PMMBC's variety show 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung' returns for Season 2 with a bigger goal. /MBC[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Soo-bin] 'Kim Yeon-Koung', which started as a 'rookie director,' returns this time as a 'veteran director.' 'Kim Yeon-Koung', which captured both laughter and emotion with the players' earnestness and Kim Yeon-Koung's sincere leadership, has set a bigger goal in Season 2: establishing a professional team. With higher expectations due to the success of Season 1, it also faces the challenge of surpassing them.MBC's variety show 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung' Season 2 (hereinafter referred to as 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung2') premieres today (11th). The program is the desperate and passionate founding challenge of 'veteran director' Kim Yeon-Koung and the 'sure-win Wonderdogs' (hereinafter referred to as 'Wonderdogs').While Season 1, which aired last September, depicted the first challenge of Kim Yeon-Koung, who transformed into a rookie director after retirement, and the players who got another chance to stand on the court, Season 2 moves towards a higher goal. 'Wonderdogs', which showed potential in Season 1, must now prove their worth by aiming to 'establish the 8th professional women's volleyball team.'Previously, Season 1 garnered high interest even before its broadcast simply because it was the first directorial challenge for Kim Yeon-Koung, known as a legend in the volleyball world. However, it didn't just stop at showing the post-retirement journey of a star player; it sincerely captured the growth process of Kim Yeon-Koung and the 'Wonderdogs' players, captivating even the hearts of general viewers.As a result, the viewership ratings started at 2.2% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide household) and ended with a highest rating of 5.8%, receiving great love. It was also hot in terms of buzz. In the TV&OTT Non-Drama Appearance Buzz rankings for the 3rd week of November 2025 announced by K-Content Buzz Analysis Agency Good Data Corporation's Findex, Kim Yeon-Koung ranked first, and the program ranked first in TV&OTT Sunday Non-Drama Buzz for 6 consecutive weeks.The achievements also led to various awards. 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung' won 6 awards at the '2025 MBC Entertainment Awards' and set a great record of 3 awards at the 38th Korea PD Awards. It also won the Best Variety Program award in the broadcasting category at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards, proving its quality.'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung2' is the desperate and passionate founding challenge of 'veteran director' Kim Yeon-Koung and the 'sure-win Wonderdogs.' /MBCAt the center of these achievements was the new appearance of Kim Yeon-Koung, who moved from player to coach. Having dominated the court for a long time as a world-class player, he now had to look at each player's skills as well as the entire team. He sternly pointed out plays that did not meet expectations, while also praising players who performed well.In particular, Kim Yeon-Koung's characteristic blunt speaking style created both sincerity as a coach and entertainment value. His direct advice to the players heightened the tension while also eliciting laughter. His honest emotional expression in the face of victory or defeat also added to the sincerity.The stories of the 'Wonderdogs' players also contributed to the program's strength. In Season 1, players who were released from the professional league, players from industrial teams, and players dreaming of a comeback after retirement gathered for various reasons. Since there is no professional second division league in women's volleyball, there were not many opportunities for players pushed out of the first division to challenge for a professional spot again.The gathered players began to prove their worth again under the name 'Wonderdogs.' Although they initially seemed like a collection of players with different backgrounds, their growth into one team as the games progressed resonated with viewers.Viewers naturally became immersed in their growth. As the season progressed, fans emerged who cheered for specific players and 'Wonderdogs.' After the season ended, a fan meeting with Director Kim Yeon-Koung and the players was even held, concluding Season 1's journey with the viewers.Now, Season 2 goes one step further. Kim Yeon-Koung, now a 'veteran director,' and the players aim to establish the 8th team. The production team also emphasized that this could be the last chance if a club owner does not appear, foreshadowing a more intense competition.'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung2' meets viewers every Sunday at 9:10 PM. /MBCNew faces will also join. The 'Wonderdogs' players, still shrouded in mystery, will be reborn as one team under Kim Yeon-Koung's direction, each with their own stories and goals. As the players' stories in Season 1 drew viewers in, the stories that the newly joined players will create will also be an important point to watch.Yang Hyo-jin, who led the golden generation of Korean women's volleyball with Kim Yeon-Koung, joins as a commentator, adding new fun to the program. Yang Hyo-jin has written the history of Korean women's volleyball by playing as a middle blocker representing the national team and V-League for a long time. Based on her extensive game experience and understanding of volleyball, she is expected to easily convey the game's flow and players' plays.However, high expectations are also the biggest hurdle for Season 2 to overcome. The success of Season 1 had the powerful weapon of being the first. The first directorial challenge of the retired Kim Yeon-Koung, and the process of players from their respective positions coming together to form a team, were all new and fresh to viewers. Season 2 must create new fun based on a now-familiar setting.In particular, maintaining the balance between sports and entertainment, which was a strength of Season 1, is important. The success of Season 2 will depend on how much unexpected stories can be drawn out without simply repeating the success of Season 1.In Season 1, 'Wonderdogs' grew from 'underdogs' into a team with whom viewers cried and laughed together over wins and losses. Now, what they must prove is not potential, but sustainability. It remains to be seen whether the solid asset of Season 1's success will become the driving force for Season 2, or rather a high wall to overcome.'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-Koung2' will premiere on the 11th at 9:10 PM.subin7134@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]]]> FANNSTAR Sun, 11 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Yoon So-hee has recently been suffering from malicious comments online. Following the controversy over Park Wi’s ’KTX Accident CCTV Release,’ criticism has also been directed at Yoon So-hee, who is known as the adopted daughter of Park Chan-hong PD, Park Wi’s father. As the video of Park Wi spending Chuseok with his family, which he had shared in the past, gained renewed attention, the appearance of Park Wi’s parents, actress Yoon So-hee, and Park Wi’s wife Song Ji-eun together in the video was reexamined on online communities. Although it was not a major issue at the time, the video became a hot topic again after the recent Park Wi controversy. Some netizens raised suspicions that Park Wi’s parents discriminated against daughter-in-law Song Ji-eun and Yoon So-hee in the video. Allegations included differences in tableware at the meal, only praising Yoon So-hee who graduated from KAIST, and Park Wi mentioning Yoon So-hee before Song Ji-eun when praying. While some considered these claims to be groundless speculation, the discrimination controversy escalated, focusing criticism on Yoon So-hee as well. Since the 7th, some malicious comments have been posted on Yoon So-hee’s recent SNS posts, along with questions about her relationship with the Park Wi family. Comments crossing the line, such as ″What a bizarre relationship,″ continued, but Yoon So-hee has neither closed nor deleted the comment section. Yoon So-hee gained attention last year by appearing on the Netflix variety show ’Devil’s Plan: Death Room.’ After seemingly conceding the championship by giving up betting in the final match against Jung Hyun-kyu, she suffered from malicious comments from viewers after the show ended. There were also suspicions about her relationship with Jung Hyun-kyu, with whom she had formed an alliance throughout the game. She has since clarified the situation through various content, gradually erasing the negative image. However, due to the recent ’Song Ji-eun Discrimination’ allegations, Yoon So-hee is once again suffering from malicious comments.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 On October 9th, the final competition took place on KBS 2TV’s ″Happy Together - Glad Not to Be Alone.″ The last stage of the broadcast was decorated by the grandmothers of the Kkotme Youth Choir from Haenam. Before going on stage, the grandmothers of the Kkotme Youth Choir revealed their longevity photos and said, ″There are fewer years to live than the years we have lived. As we get older, we feel a bit sad,″ evoking deep emotions. Afterwards, the grandmothers sang ″Becoming a Thousand Winds″ with all their might, and this performance brought tears to both the MCs and the audience. RESCENE Woni said, ″I was crying even before they started singing. Photos from the past were passing by next to me, and I was so moved. I want to tell the grandmothers that their life starts now. It was such a touching stage.″ Jang Hang-jun also said, ″I’m usually someone who really doesn’t cry. I’m cold-blooded, but I never imagined I would cry watching the choir,″ adding, ″I think this stage will be remembered for a long time. It will remain not sad anymore but beautiful and touching. Thank you for showing such a wonderful stage. Please stay healthy for a long time.″ Woorim Ko said, ″I’m often told that I don’t cry anywhere and that I have no blood or tears, but listening to the choir’s song today made me shed a tear. I sincerely thank you for becoming a hope for the mothers and creating a precious opportunity for new experiences.″ Various teams performed on this day’s competition. The Fantastic Pair team Hwang Ji-won and Lee Minwoo, known as the superstar of Dangjin, took the stage, and the Underground Parking team passionately sang Fly to the Sky’s ″Sea Of Love″ with support from Pentagon’s Wooseok and S.E.S’s Bada. The Famous Voices team Jeon Sang-geun and Shin Ye-young chose Kim Bum-soo’s ″Last Love″ and received praise from Yoon Jong-shin as ″Kim Bum-soo’s successors,″ along with early congratulations on their victory. Intti Band’s Lee Hae-in and Natti, who met on an audition program, selected BoA’s ″No.1″ and presented the only dance performance. After the stage, a video letter from Natti’s father was revealed, and Natti tearfully said, ″I never imagined this. My dad has never spoken like this directly. But hearing this makes me feel like I endured well and did well.″ Bang Da-sik, the father, and Jeong Mi-young, the mother, joined the Bangga Bangga team on stage and sang SG WANNABE’s ″La La La.″ Jang Hang-jun commented, ″I was so envious of a family that can become one through song and music. What should my family do on stage? Should the three of us write a script? It was a wonderful stage that healed me.″ Woorim Ko also said, ″Watching the stage reminded me a lot of my mother. My mother majored in vocal music and has been involved in music for a very long time. I hope the day comes when I can sing on stage with her.″ The MCs for the day were Yoo Jae-suk, Yoon Jong-shin, Jang Hang-jun, RESCENE Woni, Minami, Forestella’s Woorim Ko, and Kang Hyung-ho.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X shared a relaxed Friday night atmosphere through their official SNS. In the released photo, a Monsta X member is wearing a white jacket and a black hat, smiling and looking straight ahead in an indoor space. They struck a pointing pose with one hand, radiating bright and positive energy. The background features mirrors and lighting, adding a stylish and sophisticated vibe. A beverage bottle is also visible, indicating a comfortable time. This post is a casual daily share to communicate with fans, showcasing a friendly charm different from their glamorous stage presence. While intensifying preparations for upcoming activities and albums, Monsta X continues to maintain warm interactions with fans in between.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Bang Chan shared an update along with his sophisticated fashion style. Recently, he posted a photo on SNS showing him wearing a black shirt and pants while looking through several clothes hanging on a rack. In a space where a brick wall and wooden shelves harmonize, Bang Chan exuded a calm yet trendy atmosphere. In another photo matching blue jeans with a denim jacket, he showcased a stylish look by wearing sunglasses and gazing at the camera. Especially with his short blonde hair as a highlight, his ″thumbs up″ pose revealed a relaxed and confident attitude. The background, featuring a brick wall, metal structures, and displayed watches, completed a modern vibe. In this post, Bang Chan revealed his connection with the global watch brand Breitling (@breitling) by adding the hashtags ’#STAY #Breitling.’ He emphasized his unique style by adding a sense of taste not only to his fashion items but also to his choice of watch. Meanwhile, Bang Chan was spotted departing through Incheon International Airport on the 9th to attend an event held in Singapore. Fans’ attention is focused on his future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kang Taeri revealed her daily life with a softer atmosphere. She recently posted a photo on Instagram wearing a beige hooded coat against the backdrop of a city street. She looks straight ahead while holding the coat with one hand, wearing a slight smile that leaves a strong impression. Her sophisticated style, featuring long hair with bangs, and delicate fingertips painted with nail polish catch the eye. In the post, Kang Taeri wrote, ″Honey, am I embarrassing you...? #fyp,″ conveying a playful twist. Her somewhat shy and cute mood, different from usual, is capturing the hearts of fans. Meanwhile, Kang Taeri continues to actively communicate by sharing various daily moments and unique styles consistently through SNS.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Yoo-jung takes on the role of Lee Ga-kyung in tvN’s weekend drama ″100 Days of Lies,″ making her debut in the first episode. This work is a historical drama dealing with the anti-Japanese movement, depicting the story of a secret agent who was once a pickpocket in Gyeongseong and an interpreter for the Japanese Governor-General of Korea meeting at the heart of the enemy. In the drama, Lee Ga-kyung, played by Kim Yoo-jung, is a pickpocket with exceptional skills on the streets of Gyeongseong. She becomes a secret agent after receiving a proposal from an anti-Japanese organization while saving money to leave Korea. Lee Ga-kyung operates undercover as a disguised interpreter for the Japanese Governor-General’s office, showing a range of traits including cunning, boldness in crises, and complex emotions. Kim Yoo-jung performed in three languages: Korean, Japanese, and English. Ahead of the first broadcast, Kim Yoo-jung said, ″I hope this becomes a warm work that comforts many viewers and encourages reflection on history and life.″ ″100 Days of Lies″ will premiere on the 10th at 9:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 aespa member Giselle revealed daily photos through her social account. On the 9th, Giselle posted photos taken with the sea as the background on her account. In the released photos, she was seen sitting on a rock wearing a white crop top and black leggings. She tied her hair high and wore large hoop earrings, creating a sophisticated atmosphere. In another photo, she showcased an all-black style by matching a black top, leggings, and a black shoulder bag. Her long hair naturally flowing down highlighted her urban charm. Natural poses, such as looking at the sea or smiling at the camera, also stood out. In a photo where she was petting a dog that appeared to be her pet, she showed a friendly side different from her stage presence. Meanwhile, aespa, which Giselle belongs to, is currently conducting their fourth world tour, the 2026-27 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK : COMPLaeXITY, in 25 regions including North America, South America, and Europe.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 This fall, girl groups are scheduled to make consecutive comebacks in the music industry. RESCENE is maintaining a high position on the music charts through a resurgence, while MEOVV, NMIXX, IVE, and ILLIT are releasing new albums. MEOVV will release a new single, ″GO HARD,″ on the 12th. This marks a comeback about four months after the mini-album 2, ″BITE NOW,″ released in June. MEOVV has previously made their presence known with tracks like ″DDI RO RI,″ which samples Bach’s ″Toccata and Fugue in D minor,″ and the powerful performance song ″Hit Em.″ NMIXX will release their 6th mini-album, ″Strange Muse,″ on the 19th. The album includes six tracks, featuring three debut unit songs performed by pairs of members: Lily & Haewon, Seolyun & Bay, and Jiwoo & Kyujin. The members participated in writing the lyrics for the unit songs, and Kyujin also contributed to composing. NMIXX achieved a career high last year with ″Blue Valentine″ and recently won ″Sound of the Year″ at The Fact Music Awards. Their world tour finale is scheduled for November, followed by their Japanese debut in December. IVE will pre-release a track from their new mini-album ″Looks Can Kill″ on the 19th, with the full album officially releasing on the 26th. This album introduces the ″Girl Hero″ concept, where the six members transform into heroes to unfold a new universe. IVE has consecutively hit with songs from their debut ″ELEVEN″ to ″LOVE DIVE″ and ″After LIKE,″ achieving their sixth perfect all-kill (PAK) earlier this year. They have won 83 music show trophies in total and completed their second world tour. ILLIT will release their 5th mini-album ″BREAK EVEN″ on the 26th. The album title is inspired by the economic term ″break-even point,″ and the title track ″I’ll Arrest You″ reflects a change in attitude toward love. While their previous work ″It’s Me″ conveyed the message ″I am your favorite!″, this song shows a more independent side. ILLIT ranked second on Melon Top 100 with ″It’s Me″ and topped major music charts such as Bugs, Genie, and Flo. They also reached 26th on the US Billboard main album chart, the ″Billboard 200.″ Bang Si-hyuk, chairman of HYBE, is credited on all tracks of this album. RESCENE will make a comeback with their 4th mini-album on November 3rd. Recently, ″LOVE ATTACK″ reached number one on Melon Top 100 nearly two years after its release, and ″Deja Vu,″ released last July, also climbed the charts. Currently, three songs—″LOVE ATTACK″ at number 2, ″Deja Vu″ at number 4, and ″Pretty Girl″ at number 5—are in the Melon Top 5, while ″RUNAWAY″ continues to rise within the Top 100. The enthusiastic responses at university festivals and various events are translating into chart success, expanding their audience beyond fandom to the general public. Starting with MEOVV on the 12th, followed by NMIXX and IVE on the 19th, IVE and ILLIT on the 26th, and RESCENE on November 3rd, the comeback schedule of major girl groups continues.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 This fall, girl groups are scheduled to make consecutive comebacks in the music industry. RESCENE is maintaining a high position on the music charts through a resurgence, while MEOVV, NMIXX, IVE, and ILLIT are releasing new albums. MEOVV will release a new single, ″GO HARD,″ on the 12th. This marks a comeback about four months after the mini-album 2, ″BITE NOW,″ released in June. MEOVV has previously made their presence known with tracks like ″DDI RO RI,″ which samples Bach’s ″Toccata and Fugue in D minor,″ and the powerful performance song ″Hit Em.″ NMIXX will release their 6th mini-album, ″Strange Muse,″ on the 19th. The album includes six tracks, featuring three debut unit songs performed by pairs of members: Lily & Haewon, Seolyun & Bay, and Jiwoo & Kyujin. The members participated in writing the lyrics for the unit songs, and Kyujin also contributed to composing. NMIXX achieved a career high last year with ″Blue Valentine″ and recently won ″Sound of the Year″ at The Fact Music Awards. Their world tour finale is scheduled for November, followed by their Japanese debut in December. IVE will pre-release a track from their new mini-album ″Looks Can Kill″ on the 19th, with the full album officially releasing on the 26th. This album introduces the ″Girl Hero″ concept, where the six members transform into heroes to unfold a new universe. IVE has consecutively hit with songs from their debut ″ELEVEN″ to ″LOVE DIVE″ and ″After LIKE,″ achieving their sixth perfect all-kill (PAK) earlier this year. They have won 83 music show trophies in total and completed their second world tour. ILLIT will release their 5th mini-album ″BREAK EVEN″ on the 26th. The album title is inspired by the economic term ″break-even point,″ and the title track ″I’ll Arrest You″ reflects a change in attitude toward love. While their previous work ″It’s Me″ conveyed the message ″I am your favorite!″, this song shows a more independent side. ILLIT ranked second on Melon Top 100 with ″It’s Me″ and topped major music charts such as Bugs, Genie, and Flo. They also reached 26th on the US Billboard main album chart, the ″Billboard 200.″ Bang Si-hyuk, chairman of HYBE, is credited on all tracks of this album. RESCENE will make a comeback with their 4th mini-album on November 3rd. Recently, ″LOVE ATTACK″ reached number one on Melon Top 100 nearly two years after its release, and ″Deja Vu,″ released last July, also climbed the charts. Currently, three songs—″LOVE ATTACK″ at number 2, ″Deja Vu″ at number 4, and ″Pretty Girl″ at number 5—are in the Melon Top 5, while ″RUNAWAY″ continues to rise within the Top 100. The enthusiastic responses at university festivals and various events are translating into chart success, expanding their audience beyond fandom to the general public. Starting with MEOVV on the 12th, followed by NMIXX and IVE on the 19th, IVE and ILLIT on the 26th, and RESCENE on November 3rd, the comeback schedule of major girl groups continues.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 ALLDAY PROJECT members Annie, Tarzan, Bailey, Woochan, and Youngseo will appear together on tvN’s ″Amazing Saturday.″ The broadcast is scheduled to air on October 10th at 7:30 PM. In this episode, ALLDAY PROJECT will showcase the chemistry among the team members. Annie and Tarzan reveal their polar opposite personalities as a planner and an improviser, respectively, and episodes arising from this contrast will also be shared. Bailey revealed that due to Oldfman’s unique language expressions, he became less proficient in both Korean and English. Woochan mentioned his experience teaming up with Nucksal and Hanhae on Mnet’s ″Show Me the Money″ during his childhood, saying, ″I am greatly disappointed in the boastful Nucksal and Hanhae hyung.″]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Wendy was selected as the number one female singer people want to go to the silver grass attraction with. TenAsia conducted a poll from the 1st to the 7th on the theme ″Which female singer do you want to go to the silver grass attraction with?″ The first place went to Wendy of Red Velvet. Wendy recently released Red Velvet’s new mini-album ″Velvet Summer″ and has been communicating with listeners as the DJ of SBS PowerFM’s ″Wendy’s Young Street″ since August 2024. In second place was Yuri of Girls’ Generation. Yuri has also been active as an actress, appearing in last year’s Disney+ original series ″Trigger,″ and ended her exclusive contract with SM Entertainment in March. She continues her activities with Girls’ Generation as well. In third place was Carmen of Hearts2Hearts. Carmen, who is from Indonesia, debuted with Hearts2Hearts in February last year and has promoted songs such as ″The Chase″ and ″FOCUS.″ Last month, she expanded her activities by releasing her first Japanese single, ″ICONIC HEART.″ Meanwhile, on the Top Ten TenAsia website, various polls are being conducted on themes such as ″Which female singer do you want to go on an autumn picnic with?″, ″Which male singer do you want to go on an autumn picnic with?″, ″Which female trot singer do you want to go on an autumn picnic with?″, and ″Which male trot singer do you want to go on an autumn picnic with?″]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 CORTIS performed on the main stage of the Singapore Marina Bay Street Circuit at the ’Formula One (F1) Singapore Grand Prix 2026’ Padang stage on the 9th (local time), in front of an audience of 60,000. On this day, CORTIS led the performance by singing a total of 15 songs consecutively for 50 minutes, including ’TNT,’ ’FaSHioN,’ ’REDRED,’ ’GO!,’ and ’MOTION (feat. Juicy J).’ During the ’YOUNGCREATORCREW’ stage, the members came down from the stage to interact directly with the audience. Members Martin, James, Juhun, Sunghyun, and Geonho expressed, ″Thank you to all the core fans who joined us. This is truly a beautiful city,″ and shouted ″Thank you lah″ in local-style English. The venue was crowded with fans who came early in the morning carrying official light sticks and merchandise, and despite the hot weather, the standing seats were fully packed as the audience cheered the team name and members’ names. CORTIS also showed respect for motorsport culture through their stage outfits. The members wore remodeled T-shirts featuring the iconic 20th-century F1 figure Ayrton Senna logo and checkered patterns symbolizing racing. In addition to the performance, CORTIS visited the F1 Singapore Grand Prix paddock at Red Bull’s invitation, toured the ’Oracle Red Bull Racing’ team’s garage, and greeted F1 driver Max Verstappen. Their certified photos were posted on the official SNS of F1 and Red Bull Racing and reached 1 million likes in about two hours. Meanwhile, at Singapore Plaza Singapura, the ’CORTIS POP-UP in SINGAPORE’ has been operating from the 2nd to the 25th. Here, fans can purchase the mini 2nd album ’GREENGREEN’ and official merchandise, and a large object called the ’CORTIS Ball’ featuring the team logo is installed to welcome fans.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Solid directing, engaging plot, and stable acting.A total of 16 episodes... First broadcast on October 10th.The new tvN Saturday-Sunday drama '100 Days of Lies', starring actress Kim Yoo-jung (pictured) and directed by Yoo In-sik, will unveil on the 10th. The drama is set during the Japanese colonial period and consists of 16 episodes. /tvN[THE FACT | Reporter Moon Chae-young] My impression after watching the first episode of '100 Days of Lies' was clear. From the directing to the acting, it was flawless and exceeded expectations. It truly made me exclaim, "As expected of director Yoo In-sik, as expected of actress Kim Yoo-jung." '100 Days of Lies' is poised to become a new representative work for both of them.The new tvN Saturday-Sunday drama '100 Days of Lies' (written by Ryu Bo-ri, directed by Yoo In-sik&Kim Yoon-jin) will have its first broadcast today (10th) at 9:10 PM. Prior to this, tvN held a press screening and pre-released the first episode out of the total 16 episodes to reporters.'100 Days of Lies' is a 100-day spy romance that unfolds as a top pickpocket in Gyeongseong, who becomes a spy, confronts an elite interpreter of the Government-General of Korea in the heart of the enemy. The drama offers a unique kind of fun with its themes of interpretation and the setting of a spy planted by the independence movement.The new tvN Saturday-Sunday drama '100 Days of Lies' deals with the precarious romance between a spy who has infiltrated the Government-General of Korea in disguise and a Japanese elite from a Korean beggar background. Actress Kim Yoo-jung and Park Jin Young will be working together. /tvNThe work captivates viewers from the start with its sophisticated directing. Black and white film depicting the Joseon Dynasty appears with upbeat music, creating an overwhelming atmosphere. Although the visuals resemble those found in documentaries about old history, the mood is not heavy.This directing makes one look up the director's name again. The megaphone for '100 Days of Lies' was taken by director Yoo In-sik, who has already been recognized for his stylish directing in SBS dramas 'Dr. Romantic' and ENA drama 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo'.The fresh character settings also enhance the drama's entertainment value. The protagonists are a 'spy uninterested in independence' and a 'Japanese elite from a Korean beggar background.' Their unique characteristics and personalities pique viewers' curiosity.There are also points that remind us of the tvN drama 'Mr. Sunshine,' which aired in 2018. This is due to the commonality of the Japanese colonial period and the appearance of a female character who lives her life proactively. Just as 'Mr. Sunshine' received much love, there is curiosity as to whether '100 Days of Lies' will also garner favorable reviews from viewers.The performances of actors Kim Hyun-joo, Lee Moo-saeng, and Jin Sun-kyu (from top) are also significant. They each play an independence activist belonging to the armed anti-Japanese organization Gugukdan and a civil governor of the Government-General of Korea who is loyal to Japan. /tvNThe acting skills of the actors leading '100 Days of Lies,' including Kim Yoo-jung, Kim Hyun-joo, Lee Moo-saeng, and Jin Sun-kyu, are also satisfactory. They seamlessly blended into the drama as if they were wearing comfortable clothes.Kim Yoo-jung's performance is particularly outstanding. While she has already proven her solid acting skills in SBS dramas 'Lovers of the Red Sky' and 'My Demon,' and the TVING original series 'Dear X,' her cunning and charming portrayal in '100 Days of Lies' is astonishing.The passionate performances of Kim Hyun-joo and Lee Moo-saeng, who play independence activists directly expressing the sorrows of the Japanese colonial era, also contribute to the drama's completeness. They convey their firm determination to risk even death with resolute eyes and voices. In particular, the spy operations they secretly carry out create a subtle tension.Furthermore, the presence of the main villain, Jin Sun-kyu, stands out. He exudes a different aura from the rough demeanor he showed as the loan shark Lee Seong-rak in the movie 'The Roundup.' Transformed into a civil governor of the Government-General of Korea in this work, he mostly wears suits and displays a refined and weighty charisma.The new tvN Saturday-Sunday drama '100 Days of Lies' is considered a highly anticipated work for the second half of the year. If it maintains the same level of completeness and entertainment as the first episode until the end, it could aim for the title of a well-made drama. /tvNThere are also new discoveries. Actress Hong Sa-bin appears as Kim Yoo-jung's close friend. In the first episode of '100 Days of Lies,' he left a strong impression with his innocent yet witty performance. Curiosity grows about how he will appear to viewers in the remaining episodes, given his prominent presence in the early development of the drama.The romance, which can be considered the main story of the drama, is also intriguing. From their first meeting, Kim Yoo-jung and Park Jin Young face each other as a pickpocket and the son of a powerful figure, creating a tense development. Along with this, a mature and poignant middle-aged romance between Kim Hyun-joo and Lee Moo-saeng, who become a married couple in disguise while engaged in the independence movement, is also foreshadowed.Of course, since only one episode has been released, there is a need to watch the latter half. Regardless of the immersion and completeness of the first episode, how the remaining episodes are resolved will determine whether the drama will be remembered as a well-made piece or a disappointing one.Nevertheless, the high expectations for '100 Days of Lies' are due to the presence of director Yoo In-sik and Kim Yoo-jung. There is strong trust as the two, who have created various hit works, have joined forces. If they maintain the tension of the opening, '100 Days of Lies' is expected to become a representative drama of 2026.[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]mcy21@tf.co.kr]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Ji-won clarified after her statement caused a misunderstanding. In the content ″Pollution-Free″ released on October 8 on the channel ″Yoo Byung-jae,″ Kim Ji-won and Yoo Byung-jae showed empathy with subscribers while talking on the phone. On that day, Yoo Byung-jae introduced, ″I’m not the only one making calls; actor Kim Ji-won is also here with me.″ A subscriber greeted, ″Hello. You are so pretty,″ and Kim Ji-won replied, ″Ah, you know me. Thank you.″ Afterward, Yoo Byung-jae mentioned that Kim Ji-won’s response, ″You know me, and you think I’m pretty,″ could be interpreted as knowing she is pretty. Kim Ji-won appeared flustered and said, ″No, you know of my existence. It’s not that I’m pretty.″ Yoo Byung-jae also explained, ″Ah, I meant ’You know me.’ The ’You are so pretty’ part just came up in the middle.″]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink member Jennie took the stage as a special guest at The Weeknd’s concert in Goyang Sports Complex, Goyang City, Gyeonggi Province, on October 8. Jennie also attended the rehearsal and performed ″One Of the Girls″ together with The Weeknd during the main show. That day, Jennie appeared on stage wearing a purple bodysuit, hugged The Weeknd, and greeted him in Korean, saying, ″Weekend oppa, have a great show.″ ″Weekend oppa″ is a nickname that domestic fans use for The Weeknd. The Weeknd held a solo stadium tour concert, After Hours Til Dawn, at Goyang Sports Complex on October 7 and 8. This concert marked his first visit to Korea in eight years since 2018. Jennie and The Weeknd previously appeared together in the HBO drama The Idol, produced by The Weeknd in 2022, and reunited at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, where they shared a hug and friendship.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Nam Chang-hee is going to become a father. Nam Chang-hee’s wife, Yoon Young-kyung, is 23 weeks pregnant, and the baby is expected to be born around February next year. The couple got married last February, and they announced the pregnancy of their first child just eight months after their wedding. Yoon Young-kyung recently worked as an administrative officer in the Public Relations Department of Dongdaemun District Office in Seoul and has ended her six-year career as a public servant. On the 1st, she posted a photo of a cake celebrating her resignation on Instagram along with the caption, ″I leave with only good memories and head to a new world.″ Yoon Young-kyung plans to focus on prenatal care and preparing for childbirth for the time being. Nam Chang-hee and Yoon Young-kyung dated for about four years and six months before getting married on February 22 at the Shilla Hotel Dynasty Hall in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul. Nam Chang-hee was born in 1982, making him nine years older than Yoon Young-kyung, who was born in 1991. Broadcaster Nam Chang-hee debuted in 2000 on SBS’s ″Happy Saturday″ and has appeared in variety shows such as ″Radio Star″ and ″Hangout with Yoo?″ as well as dramas including ″Rustic Period,″ ″My Love from the Star,″ and ″Mr. Sunshine.″ He is currently active as a DJ on KBS Cool FM’s ″Yoon Jung-soo Nam Chang-hee’s Mr. Radio″ alongside Yoon Jung-soo. Yoon Young-kyung won second place at the 83rd National Chunhyang Selection Contest in 2013 and has appeared in various works such as the movie ″Ode to My Father″ and dramas like ″Wok of Love″ and ″Hwajeong.″ In 2014, she gained attention when introduced as ″Hangang IU″ on the ″Hong-cheol, Let’s Get Married″ special of ″Infinite Challenge.″]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS appeared at the departure hall of Incheon International Airport on September 30th. On that day, the eldest member Jin attracted the attention of reporters and fans by wearing a T-shirt printed with the face of the youngest member Jungkook. The members laughed while pointing at Jin’s T-shirt, and Jungkook also couldn’t hold back his laughter. BTS departed that day for their South America tour. This tour is part of the ’BTS WORLD TOUR ’ARIRANG’’. The concerts held on the 2nd and 3rd at Estadio El Campín in Bogotá, Colombia, attracted 100,000 spectators over the two days. The local media outlet Rolling Stone en aespa described it as ″the concert an entire generation has been waiting for the most,″ calling it one of Colombia’s major cultural events of the year. They also stated, ″BTS met expectations and exceeded them in many moments.″ The next tour stop is Lima, Peru. BTS is scheduled to perform at Estadio San Marcos on the 7th and from the 9th to the 10th. In Lima, the Santiago de Surco district named Sacramento Street ″BTS Avenue″ from the 5th to the 11th and installed a special sign. Events for BTS are also taking place at major tourist attractions. The Arco Morisco in Surco Friendship Park features a nightly light show with purple lighting, and at the Fountain of Fantasies, a fountain show combining BTS themed music, lights, and water screens is being held.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 SBS’s new Friday-Saturday drama ’Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia’ recorded a 11.2% viewership rating in the metropolitan area, 11.4% nationwide, and a peak moment of 12.9% (according to Nielsen Korea) in its first broadcast on the 9th. This is the highest rating for the first episode of a mini-series aired in 2026. In the drama, Kim Ji-won plays the genius surgeon Kye Soo-jung, who confronts the hospital’s irrationality and corruption head-on. Kye Soo-jung is dispatched to Guseo University Hospital as a mercenary doctor and, from her first day, stops Hospital Director Kim Myung-seop (Kim Jong-gu) from forcibly performing surgery on an elderly patient, saying, ″Your greed is excessive.″ She then bluntly criticizes the doctors in the medical department as ″really pathetic″ and leaves work promptly at 6 o’clock. The broadcast featured intense operating room scenes. During surgery, when the hospital director collapses from latex allergy shock, confusion arises as the doctors prioritize the director over the patient. At this moment, Kye Soo-jung enters the operating room, shouts ″All staff, put your hands up!″ to order glove replacement, and saves the patient’s life with her outstanding skills. Even after the hospital director’s dismissal notice, the situation took a turn. Bu Seung-kwon (Son Hyun-joo) rises to the position of the new director by holding evidence of the former director’s corruption and calls Kye Soo-jung back. Jang Hee-sook (Lee Jung-eun), the head of the agency, presents a special contract stating, ″Dr. Kye Soo-jung never fails,″ facilitating her return. A scene follows where Bu Seung-kwon crumples Kye Soo-jung’s resume, saying, ″She’s just a tail you can cut off anyway.″ Released stills show Kye Soo-jung drawing attention with her unyielding attitude in the conference room of Guseo University Hospital and displaying a sharp stance toward the hospital on stage. There is also a scene of her meticulously reviewing a patient’s chart. The confrontation between the two is highlighted in a scene where she finds flaws in the hospital director’s explanation and refutes them point by point. The production team stated, ″From the first broadcast, Kye Soo-jung’s bold actions will unfold,″ and added, ″Please pay attention to Kye Soo-jung’s fearless performance confronting the hospital director on her first day and the changes she will bring about.″]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Jennie appeared as a special guest on stage at the second show of the ″Hyundai Card Super Concert 28 The Weeknd,″ held on October 8 at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium. Jennie passionately sang ″One Of the Girls″ together with The Weeknd. This concert was part of The Weeknd’s stadium tour ″After Hours Til Dawn,″ held over two days on October 7 and 8. Although ″One Of the Girls″ was included in the setlist of the first show, Jennie did not appear. Her appearance on stage during the second show captured the audience’s attention. Jennie appeared on stage wearing a purple swimsuit outfit and a full bang hairstyle. After the performance, the two shared a hug, and as Jennie left the stage, she greeted in Korean, ″Weekend oppa (The Weeknd), have a great show.″ The Weeknd greeted Jennie as she went backstage. Jennie and The Weeknd’s connection began in 2022 when Jennie appeared in the HBO drama ″The Idol,″ produced by The Weeknd. They reunited and hugged again at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. Additionally, Jennie sang ″One Of the Girls,″ the OST of ″The Idol,″ alongside The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp, and the song stayed on the US Billboard Hot 100 main singles chart for 20 weeks. It was reported that after the concert, Jennie watched The Weeknd’s performance from the audience.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The global romantic comedy ″Merry Berry Love″ attracted worldwide viewers’ attention by ranking 9th worldwide in the Disney+ TV show category just one day after its premiere on Disney+ and Nippon TV. According to FlixPatrol, as of October 8, ″Merry Berry Love″ ranked 9th worldwide in the Disney+ TV show category. The show entered the TOP 10 in a total of 11 countries and regions, including Korea, Japan, Finland, Iceland, and Estonia. ″Merry Berry Love″ depicts a cross-border romance between Yoo Bin (played by Ji Chang-wook), a Korean space planner, and Karin Shirahama (played by Imada Mio), a Japanese female farmer, who meet on a Japanese island. The story begins as Yoo Bin, who lost everything due to a business partner’s betrayal, heads to Japan’s Charo Island to seize a last chance. Yoo Bin and Karin clash over a ferry ticket to the island and have misunderstandings in a strawberry field, leading to a rocky start from their first meeting. In episode 1, the ending features Yoo Bin catching Karin, who faints and collapses in the middle of the strawberry field, leaving viewers curious about the upcoming developments. Ji Chang-wook received praise for leading the drama with his performance that balanced both comedic and romantic elements. Co-produced by CJ ENM and Japan’s Nippon TV, ″Merry Berry Love″ airs every Wednesday on Disney+ and Nippon TV in Japan.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jung Woo-sung resigned from his position as an inside director at Artist Company about six months before the end of his term. According to a report by Sports Kyunghyang on the 9th, Jung Woo-sung stepped down from the inside director position on the 2nd. He was appointed as an inside director along with Lee Jung-jae on March 29, 2024, and the term was set to expire on March 28 of next year. Despite Jung Woo-sung’s resignation, there is no change in his shareholding. Jung Woo-sung holds 1,714,108 shares (10.99%), and Lee Jung-jae holds 4,225,882 shares (27.10%). Due to his resignation from the director position, Jung Woo-sung’s shares, which were previously reported combined with Lee Jung-jae’s holdings, will now be reported separately under his own name. No specific explanation has been given regarding the background of Jung Woo-sung’s resignation. He is still active as an actor affiliated with Artist Company. Artist Company is a company co-founded by Jung Woo-sung and Lee Jung-jae. Meanwhile, in November 2024, it was revealed that model Moon Ga-bi’s son was acknowledged by Jung Woo-sung as his biological child, disclosing the existence of an extramarital child. In August of last year, it was reported that he had registered his marriage with a non-celebrity partner. Since then, various revelations have led to controversies surrounding his private life. At the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards, he stated, ″I will take all the criticism and bear it. And as a father, I will fulfill my responsibilities toward my son to the end.″ Jung Woo-sung played the role of prosecutor Jang Gun-young in the Disney+ series Made in Korea Season 1, released in December last year, and appeared alongside Hyun Bin in Season 2, which was released on the 9th of last month. Recently, he attended the 31st Busan International Film Festival with Made in Korea Season 2.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 BTS departed through Incheon International Airport on September 30th for their South America tour. At the departure gate that day, Jin appeared wearing a T-shirt printed with Jungkook’s face, attracting the attention of the members, fans present at the scene, and the press. The members laughed while pointing at Jin’s T-shirt, and Jungkook also smiled. As part of the BTS WORLD TOUR ’ARIRANG’ South America tour, BTS held concerts on the 2nd and 3rd at Estadio El Campín in Bogotá, Colombia. A total of 100,000 spectators gathered for the performances. The local media outlet Rolling Stone en aespa described it as ″the concert an entire generation has been waiting for the most,″ reporting that BTS met expectations. The next tour location is Lima, Peru, where BTS will continue performances on the 7th and from the 9th to the 10th at Estadio San Marcos. In Lima, the Santiago de Surco district named Sacramento Street ″BTS Avenue″ from the 5th to the 11th and installed special signs. At Arco Morisco in Surco Friendship Park, purple lighting and light shows are held every night. At the Fountain of Dreams, a fountain show featuring BTS themed music, lights, and water screens is taking place.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids member Bang Chan departed on the morning of October 9 through Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 to attend an event held in Singapore. On that day, Bang Chan visited Incheon International Airport in Unseo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon for his overseas schedule. He was seen heading to the departure area for the purpose of attending a promotion in Singapore.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Stray Kids Bang Chan departed from Incheon International Airport on the morning of the 9th. Bang Chan appeared at the airport to visit the ’Breitling X Aston Martin Aramco F1 pop-up store’ and to watch the F1 race.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 MBN’s ″Kim Juha’s Day and Night″ aired on October 10th, featuring Yoon Taek from ″I Am a Natural Person″ and Lee Seung-yoon, who shared their longing for their deceased parents. Yoon Taek revealed that he lost his father to cholangiocarcinoma last March. He said, ″I still can’t fully grasp that he’s not here. Now that both of them have passed away, whenever I suddenly think of them, I just cry alone,″ showing tears. He also mentioned that on days when he misses his parents, he goes to the grave early in the morning, lays out a mat, lies down, and says, ″Mom, Dad, let’s sleep together.″ Lee Seung-yoon also confessed to having many regrets after the sudden passing of his mother. He said, ″After she suddenly passed away, I regret everything. It makes me sad that I never told her, ’The one I love most in the entire universe is my mom.’″ During the broadcast, Yoon Taek also talked about his experience as a businessman before becoming an SBS public comedian. He succeeded in the promotional products business and Dongdaemun clothing wholesale, employing 31 staff members and even receiving investments from famous companies, but eventually incurred debts worth hundreds of millions of won and lost his parents’ house to auction. He recalled, ″In conclusion, I just went bankrupt. I owed a lot of debt, and even my parents’ house was lost in an auction.″ ″Kim Juha’s Day and Night″ will air on the 10th at 9:40 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lim Young Woong has secured first place for 219 consecutive weeks in the Star King of Kings ranking vote. The 219th Star King of Kings ranking vote took place from June 2 at 3:01 PM to June 9 at 3:00 PM, during which Lim Young Woong received 419,090 votes to claim first place. Park Seo Jin ranked second with 207,952 votes, Song Ga-In came in third with 49,859 votes, Lee Chan-won was fourth with 29,800 votes, and Group CORTIS’s Gunho ranked fifth with 26,012 votes. On the 8th of last month, Lim Young Woong celebrated their 10th debut anniversary by releasing the special digital album IM HERO 10. This album quickly charted all tracks on various music platforms and reached number one on Melon’s TOP100 and HOT100 charts. According to Melon’s Hall of Fame artist category, Lim Young Woong became the first solo artist to surpass 10 billion cumulative streams in the shortest time, entering the Diamond Club, and has since achieved 14.6 billion streams. Star Ranking is a ranking vote where fans directly vote to determine the rankings. Voters receive a certificate for mobile voting, and stars receive various benefits based on their rankings. Stars who rank first for four consecutive weeks are featured on outdoor electronic billboards, and their fans can also support the billboard advertisement video. Related proposals can be submitted via the official Star News email. Additionally, starting from the June vote, the results will be included in the selection of winners for the AAA 2026 Star Ranking category.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Nam Chang-hee is going to become a father. Nam Chang-hee’s wife, Yoon Young-kyung, is 23 weeks pregnant and is expected to give birth in February next year. The couple announced the pregnancy of their first child eight months after their wedding ceremony in February. Yoon Young-kyung recently resigned from her position as a public relations officer at Dongdaemun-gu Office in Seoul, where she had worked for six years. On the 1st, she shared a cake commemorating her resignation on her Instagram, writing, ″I leave for a new world carrying only good memories.″ Yoon Young-kyung plans to focus on prenatal care and preparing for childbirth for the time being. Nam Chang-hee and Yoon Young-kyung got married on February 22 at the Shilla Hotel Dynasty Hall in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, after dating for about four years and six months. Nam Chang-hee was born in 1982, and Yoon Young-kyung was born in 1991, making them nine years apart. Yoon Young-kyung gained recognition after being selected as a runner-up at the 83rd National Chunhyang Selection Contest in 2013 and has appeared in various works such as the movie International Market and dramas like Wook’s Men, Hwajeong, and others. In 2014, she attracted attention as ″Hangang IU″ in the ″Hongcheol, Let’s Get Married″ special of Muhan Dojeon. Nam Chang-hee debuted in 2000 with SBS’s Happy Our Saturday and has been active in variety shows such as Radio Star and Hangout with Yoo, as well as dramas including The Rustic Period, My Love from the Star, and Mr. Sunshine. He is currently a DJ on KBS Cool FM’s Yoon Jung-soo Nam Chang-hee’s Mr. Radio alongside Yoon Jung-soo.]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Starring as judo gold medalist Yoon Ha-ruBody of a judo athlete, soul possessed by his twin sisterActor Jang Se-hyuk is showcasing a delicate and passionate performance through the Disney+ and Channel A weekend drama 'Dive Into You'. / Dexter Pictures, Amuse Entertainment[THE FACT|Reporter Choi Soo-bin] Actor Jang Se-hyuk is making his presence known with 'Dive Into You'. Despite it being his first leading role, he is adding vitality to the drama by stably portraying a wide range of acting, from action to comedy and romance. In particular, he is etching his name into viewers' minds by naturally unfolding the difficult concept of soul-swapping.Jang Se-hyuk is meeting viewers through the Disney+ and Channel A weekend drama 'Dive Into You' (written by Kim Bo-geum&Lee Eon, directed by So Jae-hyun), which first aired on the 26th of last month. The drama is a first-love rescue romance about twin siblings Yoon Ha-na (played by Kim Ji-yeon) and Yoon Ha-ru (played by Jang Se-hyuk) who travel back in time to save Jung Woo-jae (Seo Ham Park) by learning they can go back in time through an old camcorder. It is a 12-episode series, with 4 episodes aired so far.The drama is receiving positive reviews from viewers as the fresh synergy of young actors like Kim Ji-yeon, Seo Ham Park, and Moon Seung-yu, combined with the familiar yet exciting premise of time-slipping to save a first love, resonates with them.Among them, the actor who is drawing attention is undoubtedly Jang Se-hyuk. Cast as Yoon Ha-ru after overcoming a 120:1 competition ratio, he has been demonstrating his stable acting skills from the first episode, showcasing his presence.Yoon Ha-ru, played by Jang Se-hyuk, is the world's No. 1 judo gold medalist and Yoon Ha-na's twin brother. While he is loved by fans for his outstanding skills and appearance, he becomes a playful, ordinary brother when he is with Yoon Ha-na. Furthermore, with the added premise that their souls swap each time they travel to the past, Jang Se-hyuk has to portray not only Yoon Ha-ru but also Yoon Ha-na when she is in his body.Jang Se-hyuk, who has actual experience learning judo, even prepared a judo uniform himself for the audition. This experience serves as a strength in the drama. As Yoon Ha-ru is a world-class judo athlete in the drama, the naturalness of the match and action scenes is crucial, and Jang Se-hyuk adds credibility to the character based on his real-life experience. In the third episode, he personally performed a scene where he chased down and subdued an assailant threatening Yoon Ha-na and Jung Woo-jae using judo techniques, without a stunt double.Jang Se-hyuk is passionately portraying Yoon Ha-ru, a judo gold medalist and twin brother who travels back in time to save Jung Woo-jae (Seo Ham Park) in 'Dive Into You'. / Channel AHowever, the moment Jang Se-hyuk's acting shines even brighter in 'Dive Into You' is when Yoon Ha-na and Yoon Ha-ru's souls are swapped. The two travel to the past through an old camcorder, but they do not return to their own bodies. Yoon Ha-na enters Yoon Ha-ru's body, and Yoon Ha-ru enters Yoon Ha-na's body. Therefore, Jang Se-hyuk cannot simply portray Yoon Ha-ru, a man, acting in a feminine manner. He must give the impression that the character 'Yoon Ha-na,' created by Kim Ji-yeon, has borrowed Jang Se-hyuk's face and body.Jang Se-hyuk distinguishes the two characters by accumulating small differences. He alters his gaze, facial expressions, tone of voice, and even his body language when he is Yoon Ha-ru versus when Yoon Ha-na's soul possesses him. Even with the same face, it is easy to distinguish whose soul is currently inhabiting the body.The difference becomes even more apparent when he faces Jung Woo-jae. If Jung Woo-jae is a friend to Yoon Ha-ru, he is a first love that Yoon Ha-na has cherished for a long time. Jang Se-hyuk portrays the difference in their relationships by changing his gaze and facial expressions when looking at Jung Woo-jae after Yoon Ha-na's soul enters him.The final scene of the first episode effectively demonstrated this setup. Upon arriving in the past, Yoon Ha-na encounters a living Jung Woo-jae before she even fully grasps that she has entered her twin brother's body. Although the person on screen is clearly Yoon Ha-ru, Yoon Ha-na's emotions are fully conveyed in the moment she looks at Jung Woo-jae and sheds tears.To achieve this, Jang Se-hyuk also studied Yoon Ha-na, as created by Kim Ji-yeon. Before filming, he watched Kim Ji-yeon's previous works and consistently discussed how to portray Yoon Ha-na on set. As the two actors researched each other's characters, their performances after the soul swap, as well as their sibling chemistry as Yoon Ha-na and Yoon Ha-ru, were naturally completed.In particular, their bickering whenever they meet resembles that of actual twin siblings. They playfully tease each other but think of each other first in moments of crisis. Kim Ji-yeon and Jang Se-hyuk playfully exchange these interactions, adding delightful fun to the drama.'Dive Into You,' in which Jang Se-hyuk is passionately performing, airs every Saturday and Sunday on Disney+ and Channel A. / Channel AAs such, Jang Se-hyuk has a significant role to play in one drama. He must embody the aspect of a judo athlete who has reached the pinnacle of the sport, and he must create a realistic sibling dynamic with Kim Ji-yeon. Furthermore, when Yoon Ha-na's soul enters his body, his tone of voice, facial expressions, and emotional expressions must all change. He navigates a wide range of emotions within a single character, from action and comedy to the emotional depth of romance.Jang Se-hyuk is showcasing his strengths by stably portraying these roles, making his status as a first-time lead actor seem insignificant. After debuting in 'High School Return of a Gangster' in 2023, he has steadily gained acting experience, appearing in 'Seoul Ghost Stories,' 'High School Return of a Gangster 2,' 'For the First Time,' and 'Pro Bono.'And through 'Dive Into You,' he has shouldered the weight of a leading role for the first time. While he showed his potential in relatively short roles in previous works, he is now carrying a character for an extended period, revealing the many faces he possesses as an actor.Of course, with only 4 episodes released so far, it is too early to evaluate Jang Se-hyuk's first leading role. As the story progresses, the situations and emotions that Yoon Ha-ru will face are expected to become more complex. He faces the challenge of stably portraying not only the cheerful demeanor shown in the early stages but also the deepening emotional arc that follows.Nevertheless, his performance thus far makes one curious about Jang Se-hyuk's future. This is because one can witness the various potentials of a rookie actor within a single work, from the judo scenes incorporating his real-life experience to the natural sibling acting with Kim Ji-yeon, and the soul-swapping that requires portraying another person inhabiting his body.The number 120:1 shows the fierce starting point Jang Se-hyuk went through to become Yoon Ha-ru. What matters now is not the competition ratio. It is about stepping out of the audition room and proving through his acting why he was chosen as Yoon Ha-ru for the role. And Jang Se-hyuk has shown ample potential to do so thus far.'Dive Into You' is released every Saturday and Sunday through Disney+ and Channel A.[Entertainment Department | 【2​]] subin7134@tf.co.krssent@tf.co.kr]]> FANNSTAR Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWICE members shared bright and radiant updates under the clear autumn weather. On TWICE’s official SNS, Nayeon and Momo, dressed in gray long-sleeve t-shirts and jeans, were revealed standing side by side on a grassy field where the blue sky and trees harmonize, raising one hand each. The two smiled brightly at the camera, creating a relaxed atmosphere. The accompanying post included the lively phrase ″Party like it’s over!🪩,″ delivering joyful energy to fans. Hashtags such as #TWICE #TWICE #NAYEON #MOMO #ByeByeInhibitions were attached, offering a glimpse of the members’ active activities and positive messages. Recently, TWICE has been showcasing unwavering popularity through various content and stages, highlighting each member’s diverse charm and growth. This photo also stands out with the members’ natural appearances in a warm and friendly atmosphere, attracting fans’ attention.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Black Pink Rosé recently shared an update by revealing sentimental photos capturing the summer. Rosé posted several photos on her SNS with the short caption ″summer postie 🫑.″ In the released photos, Rosé wears a light pink blouse and gazes directly at the camera against a plain wall background, and in another scene, she poses naturally wearing a black tank top while holding a lemon. The green bell pepper in her hand and the red and brown peppers on the dining table add freshness and vibrancy to the summer atmosphere. In an outdoor dining space glowing with the evening sunset, she was also captured slightly revealing her blonde hair while covering her mouth. In the simple yet sophisticated setting, her calm charm stands out. Meanwhile, Rosé is actively continuing her music career with the recent release of her new song ″new trick.″ The new track has gained attention and praise from the public through a special collaboration with Apple.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yoo Jae-suk is taking on a new challenge through the ’95 Seoul Gayoje’ project. On the 9th, MBC’s ’Hangout with Yoo?’ announced that Yoo Jae-suk, along with Haha, Heo Kyung-hwan, and Joo Woo-jae, will start ’95 Seoul Gayoje,’ which compiles 1990s pop songs. They plan to transform their hairstyles to evoke the era. Yoo Jae-suk introduced the project by saying, ″I’ve been sharpening my skills and waiting for 1995,″ and ″The 90s was a renaissance period for the music industry,″ expressing confidence by adding, ″My ears have become more discerning over the past 10 years.″ Recently, Yoo Jae-suk showed symptoms of a high fever due to a cold and flu, canceled program recordings, and focused on recovery. According to his agency, he has resumed his schedule after regaining his health. Additionally, Yoo Jae-suk revealed that he usually has outdoor shoots every weekday, saying, ″Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are all outdoor shoots,″ sharing his busy filming schedule. ’Hangout with Yoo?’ will air on the 10th at 6:30 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Roy Kim is showcasing a strong presence this fall through active activities in music, variety shows, and performances. The new single released on the 6th, ″CRY OUT LOUD,″ is receiving a hot response in the music industry with its emotional melody and sincere lyrics. In the concept images released along with the new song, Roy Kim exudes an intellectual atmosphere, sitting in front of a solid-colored background wearing a brown jacket with long hair naturally down. The calm expression staring straight ahead perfectly harmonizes with the message of the song, delivering a deep resonance. Recently, Roy Kim has been actively communicating with fans through appearances on various variety shows and has been praised for his unique sweet vocals and stage manners on performance stages. A solo concert is also scheduled for October, which is expected to further prove his musical prowess. Meanwhile, actress Lee Sung-kyung also caught attention by posting the phrase ″CRY OUT LOUD″ on her SNS, showing support for the song. Roy Kim is expected to deepen his musicality and communicate with fans through more diverse activities throughout this fall season.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Group Epik High held a celebration party at a campsite ahead of reaching 2 million YouTube subscribers. On the afternoon of the 8th, Epik High released a new episode titled ″Last Camping of This Life ft. Mitsura’s 3-Course Meal″ on their official YouTube channel EPIKASE. During this camping trip, the members enjoyed a relaxing time outdoors and shared a three-course meal prepared by Mitsura. Mitsura skillfully set up camping equipment such as tables and chairs and cooked dishes including jajang ramen, pork ribs, and eggs in hell, impressing the members. The members even suggested, ″Let’s publish a recipe book together,″ lifting the mood. Tablo and Tookut struggled with setting up tents and camp beds, and Mitsura, watching them, encouraged them by saying, ″It’s usually difficult. You’re doing better than expected.″ A banner celebrating the milestone of 2 million subscribers was also displayed at the site. Tablo expressed pride, saying, ″My goal was 1 million subscribers, and I’ve already achieved that,″ while Tookut set the next goal at 5 million. Tookut said, ″Twenty years ago, we hoped only a thousand people would come to our first concert, but now we almost sell out venues with 10,000 attendees per show,″ adding, ″What you wish for comes true.″ They also talked about what they want to do when they reach 3 million subscribers. Tablo said, ″I want to try serious acting,″ and added, ″I want to see Tookut act in a sad melodrama,″ to which Mitsura responded, ″That’s the scene I least want to see, but I’m curious.″ The members encouraged Mitsura to try cooking professionally, sharing various plans such as, ″We want to see you learn step by step under Tiger Chef.″ Throughout the camping trip, Epik High created a comfortable and free-spirited atmosphere with cheerful conversations and chemistry. At the end, they asked for subscriptions aiming to reach 5 million subscribers and wrapped up the camping by sharing the food Mitsura prepared with the staff. Meanwhile, Epik High will hold the ″2027 Epik High Concert″ for three days from January 22 to 24, 2027, at the KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, Seoul.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actor Byun Yo-han showed support by leaving heart emojis on the apology post that WINNER’s Song Minho uploaded regarding the charges of violating the Military Service Act. On the 9th, Song Minho posted an apology on his SNS about the charges of violating the Military Service Act, stating, ″I will not avoid the foolish mistakes I made and will reflect on them.″ He added, ″I will faithfully fulfill the remaining procedures and duties,″ and ″I will not forget this incident, engrave it in my heart, and live with a more responsible attitude.″ Byun Yo-han left a comment saying ″♥♥♥″ on the post and also liked it. Song Minho was indicted on charges of violating the Military Service Act and was sentenced to one year in prison with a two-year probation. It was revealed that from March 2023 to December of the following year, while working as a social service agent at a facility in Mapo-gu, Seoul, he repeatedly committed unauthorized absences. Afterward, Song Minho personally posted an apology following the guilty verdict.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kim Young-kwang addressed the recent allegations of retaliatory driving through his official statement on social media. On the 9th, Kim Young-kwang apologized for causing concern and worry to many people due to the recent reports in a post on SNS. He stated that he cooperated sincerely with the police investigation related to the incident and that, so far, he has received a decision of non-prosecution and no charges. Kim Young-kwang said he has reflected on his judgment and actions while driving, adding, ″In any situation, momentary judgment should never come before safety, and on the road, one must consider the safety and position of others.″ He also expressed that, regardless of the legal judgment, he takes seriously the fact that his driving may have caused anxiety or discomfort to others. He continued, ″I sincerely apologize once again to those who have watched over and supported me for causing disappointment and concern.″ This incident was revealed through an SBS report on the 8th. It was disclosed that a taxi driver in Mapo-gu, Seoul, reported to the police that he was subjected to retaliatory driving by a white SUV vehicle, and attention was drawn as the driver of the vehicle was identified as a former national team athlete. The taxi driver claimed that the SUV drove threateningly after overtaking his vehicle. The police acknowledged some of Kim Young-kwang’s driving behavior but judged that there was insufficient evidence to prove he intentionally threatened the other driver, issuing a non-prosecution decision in June. The taxi driver filed an objection afterward, but the prosecution also concluded that the retaliatory driving charges were not valid and dismissed the case. Kim Young-kwang was a member of the national soccer team from 2004 to 2012. After retiring from his athletic career in 2023, he appeared on various entertainment programs such as SBS’s ″Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny,″ ″Kick a Goal, Girls,″ and Wavve’s ″Game of Blood 3.″ Recently, he signed an exclusive contract with SM C&C and continues his broadcasting activities.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-hwan revealed the behind-the-scenes story of the moment his head caught fire during a past performance. On the 8th, Lee Seung-hwan posted content on his channel introducing footage from a past concert. He said, ″Many people see me quietly standing and singing ballads,″ and added, ″I want to show you my wild side from the past.″ The video released that day was the opening scene of a 2005 performance, capturing the moment Lee Seung-hwan appeared on stage by passing through burning paper called ’Magic Paper,’ and his head caught fire. Lee Seung-hwan explained, ″My head started to catch fire. I put it out with my hands, and the security team had wet towels,″ adding, ″It didn’t feel hot at all.″ The creation of this effect involved an anecdote with Yoo Hee-yeol. Lee Seung-hwan revealed that during a surprise birthday party for Yoo Hee-yeol, who used to play keyboards in the band, the members sprayed hair dye on their heads, which was a chemical substance that caused the fire incident. He said, ″It was Yoo Hee-yeol’s birthday. We tried to secretly throw a birthday party, and because of that performance, everyone sprayed hair dye on their heads. But it was a chemical substance, so it caught fire.″ He added, ″Because I knew fire could catch like that, I was able to create the effect of my head catching fire in an actual performance.″ He mentioned that due to stricter regulations on performance effects now, it is difficult to stage the same act. Lee Seung-hwan also shared news about new content. On the 7th, he announced a one-time project called ’Stage of Madness’ on his personal account, saying, ″It consists of four episodes and is like a performance version of ’Unbelievable Stories,’″ and added, ″No one showed interest, so our performance team and I made it ourselves with ’Naedonnaejjik’ (paid and filmed by ourselves).″ He also pledged, ″If each episode exceeds one million views, I will seriously consider resuming performances.″ Meanwhile, the duet video of ″How Can Love Be Like That″ with Jung Joon-Il recently uploaded on Lee Seung-hwan’s official channel has surpassed 1.28 million views.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-gi shared their thoughts on malicious comments. In the video titled ″High school students’ reactions to Lee Seung-gi’s live broadcast?″ released on October 8 on the channel ’Green Umbrella,’ Lee Seung-gi participated in the after-school music class content, visited Sanggye High School, communicated with students, and performed songs. During a conversation with the students, when one student asked, ″When you become famous, you will probably receive a lot of malicious comments. How did you endure them?″ Lee Seung-gi replied, ″In the past, malicious comments hurt. They still hurt now. When people say unpleasant things, of course, it is emotionally difficult. This is not a matter of getting used to it.″ They continued, ″I just accept it and live with it,″ adding, ″If I really did something wrong, I should reflect on it, but if I didn’t do anything wrong and for some unknown reason I am being criticized, sometimes it’s necessary to just let it go.″ They also advised, ″Thinking too much about things that make me angry is bad for me. It ruins the day,″ and ″Everyone experiences such things in life. It doesn’t only happen to famous people. I hope people become strong and handle it with composure.″ Meanwhile, after Lee Seung-gi’s father-in-law Mr. Lee was indicted last year, Lee Seung-gi expressed their feelings, saying, ″Although a fine was imposed in the retrial for the illegal acts that had been continuously raised against my father-in-law, recently he has been indicted again by the investigative authorities for similar illegal acts.″ They later stated, ″This incident has severely damaged the trust within the family, and after much consideration, my spouse and I have decided to sever ties with the in-laws.″ Lee Seung-gi married Lee Da-in, daughter of Kyeon Mi-ri, in 2023. Last month, Lee Seung-gi’s father-in-law Mr. Lee was brought to trial on charges including violation of the Capital Markets Act. On September 29, the Seoul Southern District Court Criminal Division 15 (Presiding Judge Noh Yoo-kyung) sentenced him to 3 years and 6 months in prison, a fine of 400 million won, and a confiscation of approximately 125.5 million won. Mr. Lee and 12 others are accused of stock manipulation, gaining an unfair profit totaling about 14 billion won.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Anna, Park Joo-ho’s wife, has started preparing the baby room ahead of childbirth. On October 8, Anna uploaded a video titled ″My daily life | Started preparing to welcome the baby | From organizing to cleaning the baby room″ on her channel ’Anna_and_ With ANNA’. In the video, Anna revealed that she is seven months pregnant and plans to convert a room previously used as a study into the baby room. She explained that this room was a space where the children used to do art and craft activities, but everything needs to be changed for the baby. Anna also expressed her concerns, saying, ″Can I do this? I don’t know if I can finish organizing everything before the baby is born,″ but added, ″But I can’t put it off any longer.″ Before starting the full-scale baby room organization, she visited a department store to look at childcare products for motivation, then began cleaning the baby room the next day. Meanwhile, Anna, who is from Switzerland, married Park Joo-ho in 2015 and has two sons and one daughter. She is currently pregnant with her fourth child. In November 2022, she revealed her battle with cancer, but she has been cancer-free for over three years.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Ha Ji-won will appear on the variety show ″Anything You Want - The Secretaries″ (hereafter ″The Secretaries″) and reunite with Lee Seo-jin after a long time. SBS’s ″The Secretaries″ announced on October 8 that Ha Ji-won will be appearing, and the upcoming filming will take place in Singapore. Ha Ji-won is currently staying in Singapore as she has been officially invited to the ″Grand Prix Season Singapore″ event being held there. Accordingly, this episode of ″The Secretaries″ will be filmed overseas. Ha Ji-won and Lee Seo-jin previously starred together in the 2003 drama ″Damo.″ The two will meet again on a variety show after about 20 years. At that time, Ha Ji-won played Jang Chae-ok, and Lee Seo-jin played Hwang Bo-yoon. Meanwhile, ″The Secretaries″ is a variety show that follows Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu as managers accompanying stars in their daily lives, airing every Friday at 11:10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The movie ″Assassin(s)″ topped the overall box office with a cumulative audience of 2,584,872 as of 7 a.m. on the 9th. According to the Korea Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, ″Assassin(s)″ continued its streak as the number one Korean film in advance ticket sales for 25 consecutive days, maintaining its strong performance into its third week since release. ″Assassin(s)″ is based on the true story of the late Mrs. Yuk Young-soo’s assassination attempt and follows the investigation into the suspicions and background of the August 15, 1974 assassination attempt on the First Lady of South Korea. While the film faced criticism from some political circles and civic groups regarding its approach and interpretation of the historical event, this did not affect its box office success. Meanwhile, ″Gekijoban Chiikawa: Mermaid Island’s Secret″ attracted 55,242 viewers, ranking second at the box office, with a cumulative audience of 873,590. Following were ″Tazza: The Belzebub’s Song″ with 33,301 viewers in third place, and ″Look Back″ and ″Odyssey″ with 20,556 and 15,428 viewers respectively.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Broadcaster Noh Hong-chul recently began a new journey with gratitude for the tens of thousands of story requests from fans. Through his SNS, Noh Hong-chul shared an update saying, ″Thank you very much for the precious tens of thousands of story requests,″ and mentioned that he stayed at ’Hongchul House’ with people gathered from various regions, eating, sleeping, and preparing together. He expressed his gratitude to Pirelli, who helped despite sudden requests, editor Park Ho-jun who conducted the F1 class, and the support team who firmly supported the site, showing his anticipation. Along with this, he announced his departure with ″Yay! Here I gooooo!″ and hinted that he is adding enjoyment to this schedule under the theme of ’the alignment of work and play.’ Using hashtags like ’Yeo-gi-eottae Bucket Pack’ and ’Noh Hong-chul and F1 Live Viewing,’ he conveyed the specialness and joyful atmosphere of the event, also sharing a positive mindset by saying, ″If it’s fun, I’ll do it again.″ Recently, Noh Hong-chul attracted attention by honestly revealing his breakup with his doctor girlfriend. Through a YouTube channel video, he answered questions from fans during a trip to Spain and confessed that he decided to remain good friends with his partner. Additionally, he opened up about his feelings during the period when he temporarily suspended broadcasting activities due to a past drunk driving incident, actively communicating with fans through honest interaction. Currently, Noh Hong-chul is showing an active presence through various content and activities, and expectations are rising that he will present diverse stories based on new experiences, including this F1 live viewing.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Monsta X successfully concluded the New York concert of the 2026 World Tour ’THE X : NEXUS,’ creating a special moment with global fans. Wearing black t-shirts and jeans, the members took the stage under the spotlight, holding microphones and waving their hands, delivering a passionate performance. This world tour serves as an important platform for Monsta X to connect with fans worldwide, conveying deep emotions with the message, ″This is a farewell that grips the ankle of dawn in the twilight without you,″ while enhancing musical completeness. The concert venue was filled with intense energy as large screens and the audience blended together, and the members shared special moments with fans, smiling brightly on stage. Through this tour, Monsta X demonstrated that they continue to receive great love both domestically and internationally by presenting upgraded performances and moving stages. Diverse musical activities and global endeavors are highly anticipated in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Trot singer Jeon Yu Jin is raising anticipation one day before the release of her first full-length album, ’Adios.’ Jeon Yu Jin recently shared several emotional photos on SNS, wearing a white dress. She created a dreamy and pure atmosphere by sitting or lying on a bed in a room decorated with wooden walls, gazing directly at the camera. The space in the photos includes dolls, paper, and pillows, evoking a warm yet calm feeling. In a short message posted along with the photos, she wrote, ″ADIOS D-1 !! 🐻💗🍓,″ announcing the imminent release of the ’Adios’ album. Fans are sending messages of support, eagerly awaiting Jeon Yu Jin’s new music and transformed image. Jeon Yu Jin has gained various stage experiences since childhood by singing at markets and officially debuted in 2020 with the digital single ’Would you like to love?’. This ’Adios’ album is her first full-length release, drawing great attention with its more mature music and emotions. Through the pre-release walking photos and emotional visual teasers, Jeon Yu Jin showed a deeper atmosphere and is ready to capture the hearts of trot fans with ’Adios.’]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 TWICE Momo shared a relaxed daily life on SNS. Momo posted several photos on her SNS with a short caption, ″off day✂️...1🎞️.″ In the revealed photos, Momo is seen wearing a gray striped dress paired with brown boots and a bag, naturally walking or standing against various outdoor backgrounds such as lush green trees, brick paths, streets, and apartment complexes. Additionally, indoors, she is comfortably sitting in a space with colorful wall decorations and a sofa, holding a smartphone. The natural pose of touching her hair with one hand conveys a relaxed atmosphere. This post offers a glimpse into Momo’s leisurely day, taking a break from her busy routine and spending quiet moments, which has garnered warm responses from fans.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Hyojung, a member of the group Oh My Girl, has engaged with fans through a variety of concept photos ahead of the release of her first mini-album, ’Lost&Found.’ The photos and videos released on official SNS channels feature Hyojung creating a unique image using various props against a monochromatic background combining brown and cream colors, exuding a mysterious atmosphere. In particular, the arrangement of objects such as speakers and a compass symbolically expresses the themes of travel and discovery contained in the album title. Additionally, the subtle expressions and sophisticated styling with the props in her hands captivated viewers’ attention. The album ’Lost&Found’ is a work in which Hyojung participated in writing and composing all the songs, further expanding her musical capabilities. Not only does she convey sincere stories as a solo artist, but the emotional melodies and refined sounds harmonize to raise expectations among fans and music lovers. Meanwhile, Hyojung will officially release the mini-album on various music sites at 6 p.m. on October 15, and hold her first small theater live performance, ’HYOJUNG 1st LIVE ’Lost&Found’’, at Xscala in Jung-gu, Seoul on October 17 and 18. Furthermore, she will continue live performances on November 1 at TIAT SKY HALL in Tokyo, Japan, meeting fans both domestically and internationally. In addition, a special event related to Hyojung’s album, ’Travel Mate Mission 3,’ is being held on the official website. Fans of Oh My Girl are expected to actively participate by finding hidden patterns in the photos and solving the code. This event runs until the 12th, allowing fans to experience Hyojung’s world more closely through the mission. Oh My Girl’s Hyojung is solidifying her position as a solo artist with a distinct musical color and diverse performances, drawing much attention to her future activities.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group RESCENE will appear on ’SBS 8 News’ airing at 8 PM on the 11th to share their thoughts on their activities since debut and the resurgence of their hit song ″LOVE ATTACK.″ This appearance marks the first time RESCENE has been featured on a major terrestrial news program. The five members—Woni, Live, Minami, Mei, and Jena—will be interviewed by anchor Lee Hyun-young, discussing their passion for performing, the driving force that helped them overcome difficult times, and how the members, each with distinct personalities, maintain teamwork. They will also provide updates on their upcoming mini-album ″PULSE,″ set to be released on the 3rd of next month. Since their debut in March 2024, RESCENE has gained attention online through their YouTube channels ″Hello, this is Woni, nice to meet you″ and the ″Geoje Yaho″ meme. Minami’s ″powder″ concept in her YouTube content has also become a hot topic. Their hit song ″LOVE ATTACK″ has continued its long-term success, reaching number one on terrestrial music shows and major music charts this summer. The remake song ″Pretty Girl,″ released in August, and ″Deja Vu,″ a track from their second single album released last July, have also ranked high on major charts. Additionally, RESCENE won two awards at the ″2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA)″ held at Busan Asiad Main Stadium on the 19th of last month, taking home ″Artist of the Year″ and ″Today’s Choice.″ The interview with RESCENE can be seen on ’SBS 8 News’ at 8 PM on Sunday, the 11th.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KO1KEYZ topped the Japan Oricon chart on the first day of their debut single release. In the latest chart announced by Japan Oricon, KO1KEYZ’s debut single ″KO1KEYZ″ ranked number one on the Oricon Daily Single Ranking on the day of its release. The single was released on the 7th and sold over 400,000 copies on the first day alone. KO1KEYZ is a 12-member group selected through the global audition program ″PRODUCE 101 JAPAN 新世界(SHINSEKAI)″ by votes from national producers and SEKAI producers in more than 180 regions. The title track ″KO1KEYZ,″ pre-released in August before their official debut, previously ranked number one on the YouTube Music Trending Chart and the Billboard Japan Hot Shot Song Chart. KO1KEYZ will hold a solo fan meeting with domestic fans at Blue Square Woori WON Banking Hall in Seoul from November 7 to 8.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In KBS 2TV’s new Saturday-Sunday miniseries ″Not You, Another Love,″ Han Tae-seung (Lee Joo-an) and Park Soo-ah (Jo Ah-ram) each develop feelings for Lee Mi-do (Ahn Eun-jin) and Nam Goong-ho (Seo Kang-joon), respectively, signaling changes in the relationships among the four characters. Han Tae-seung noticed the fear Lee Mi-do feels as a director, and Park Soo-ah learned that Nam Goong-ho, like herself, was hurt by his parents. In the process, cracks also appeared in the relationship between Nam Goong-ho and Lee Mi-do when Nam Goong-ho discovered the kiss between Lee Mi-do and Han Tae-seung. After kissing Lee Mi-do, Han Tae-seung was overwhelmed by complicated emotions and proposed a pre-marital escapade. When Lee Mi-do expressed regret about that day, he was unable to focus on work. Later, at a drinking party, he confessed, ″I missed you,″ and showed tears. Park Soo-ah found out that the reason Nam Goong-ho was considering a position as a resident officer in Paris, France, was not for a promotion but to fulfill his lover’s bucket list. Having witnessed the love between Nam Goong-ho and Lee Mi-do, who are about to get married, Park Soo-ah ran to Nam Goong-ho despite threats from loan sharks and saw Lee Mi-do and Nam Goong-ho embracing each other. Meanwhile, Nam Goong-ho listened to a recording of the kiss between Lee Mi-do and Han Tae-seung. The preview video revealed a scene where Han Tae-seung says to Lee Mi-do, ″Wouldn’t it be better if you just disappeared from that side of life?″ Additionally, attention is focused on what choice Park Soo-ah will make if she learns about Nam Goong-ho’s wounds caused by broken trust.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The dating reality show ″I Am Solo″ will be available to viewers in over 190 countries through Netflix starting on the 8th. Netflix announced on the 8th that ″I Am Solo″ will be introduced to its members in more than 190 countries worldwide. The release will first include the 34th season ″Multiple Children Special,″ which aired on the 7th, with subtitles provided in 11 languages including Korean, English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, French, and Thai. Additionally, the spin-off program ″I Am Solo: Love Continues After″ will be released globally on Netflix starting from the 23rd (Korean time). A Netflix representative stated that they are preparing to make some popular episodes of ″I Am Solo″ available to global members in the future.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 KBS’s ″Happy Together - Glad I’m Not Alone″ won the 317th ″2026 PD of the Month Award″ in the TV entertainment category and will air the 11th final stage. At this awards ceremony hosted by the Korea PD Association, ″Happy Together - Glad I’m Not Alone″ was selected as the winner in the TV entertainment category. The broadcast on the 9th will feature the ″Final Stage in Han River,″ where the ultimate winning team will be decided among a total of 12 teams. In this broadcast, the existing MCs Yoo Jae-suk, Jang Hang-jun, and Yoon Jong-shin will be joined on stage by special MCs RESCENE Won-i, Minami, Forestella Woorim Ko, and Kang Hyung-ho. The latest updates on the participating team Underground Parking Lot will also be revealed. Underground Parking Lot stated that after the broadcast, they received an advertising offer from Universal Music to sing songs by Ariana Grande and Bruno Mars. They also mentioned recently filming reels with Pentagon and (G)I-DLE’s Soyeon. Pentagon’s Wooseok will appear in the audience to cheer for Underground Parking Lot. Vocalist Bada revealed that she has been connected with Underground Parking Lot since the days when they filmed cover videos in the underground parking lot and that they have been shooting reels together, saying, ″They are my proud younger siblings,″ showing her support. Underground Parking Lot performs a harmony rendition of Fly to the Sky’s ″Sea Of Love.″ After the stage, RESCENE Won-i said, ″As soon as I heard the first verse, I truly understood what it means to get goosebumps. They will break through not only the earth but also space.″ ″Happy Together - Glad I’m Not Alone″ airs every Friday at 8:30 PM on KBS2.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Kang Sihoo, the son of Kang Hodong, shared an update on his activities as a golf player. Recently, a video showing Kang Sihoo practicing his swing at a training ground was posted on online communities and social media. In the video, Kang Sihoo is seen wearing a black short-sleeve T-shirt and gray training shorts, focusing on his practice. Born in 2009, Kang Sihoo is currently ranked 78th by the Korea Golf Association (KGA). He is building his career by finishing in second place at the recently held 1st Baekdudaegan National Middle and High School Golf Tournament. Kang Sihoo started little league baseball in the past at the encouragement of his father, Kang Hodong, but as a right-hander who learned to bat left-handed, he lost interest and later switched to golf. Kang Hodong has personally confessed this. Meanwhile, Kang Hodong married a non-celebrity woman nine years his junior in 2006, and they have one son.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Kim In-seok personally revealed on social media that he divorced Angela Park two years ago. On the 9th, Kim In-seok stated on his SNS that about two years ago, they decided to end their relationship as a married couple and go their separate ways. Regarding the reason for announcing the divorce late, Kim In-seok explained that he needed time to accept this reality and come to terms with it. He said he had been contemplating how to share this story and now intends to overcome that time and start anew. He also conveyed that although their relationship as a couple has ended, he will continue to do his best for their children and be a good parent together. He apologized to family, relatives, and close acquaintances who are hearing the news for the first time through this post, saying he was unable to inform close friends in advance. Kim In-seok debuted as a comedian in 2001 as part of KBS’s 16th public recruitment class and was active in shows such as KBS 2TV’s ″Gag Concert.″ In 2014, he married Angela Park, who is six years younger and was crowned Miss Korea Hawaii in 2008, and they have two sons. In September 2023, he appeared on a YouTube channel and revealed that while Angela Park and their two sons stayed in Hawaii, he lived alone in Korea as a ″goose dad.″ Kim In-seok did not specify the reasons for the divorce.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Jung Woo-sung resigned from his position as an inside director at Artist Company before completing his term. According to the Financial Supervisory Service’s electronic disclosure system, Jung Woo-sung stepped down from his inside director position on the 2nd, and his original term was until March 28, 2027. Jung Woo-sung was appointed as an inside director of Artist Company along with Lee Jung-jae on March 29, 2024. He stepped down from the director position after about two years and six months, approximately six months before the end of his term. The specific reasons for this resignation have not been disclosed. Despite his resignation, there has been no change in Jung Woo-sung’s company shares. He holds 1,714,108 shares of Artist Company, maintaining a 10.99% stake, unchanged from before. The disclosure of the termination of a special relationship is due to his resignation as an inside director and is not related to any stock disposal. Jung Woo-sung and Lee Jung-jae co-founded Artist Company in 2016 and have maintained a partnership for about ten years. The two have been known as close friends and business partners in the entertainment industry since they first connected through the 1999 film ″No. 3.″ They also appeared together in the 2022 film ″Hunt.″ Artist Company started as an actor management agency and expanded its business into film and drama production. Currently, Jung Woo-sung, Lee Jung-jae, Yum Jung-ah, Lim Ji-yeon, Park Hae-jin, Kim Hyeyoon, Kim Jong-soo, Bae Sung-woo, and others are affiliated. Although Jung Woo-sung has stepped down from the inside director position, he continues his activities as an affiliated actor. Recently, he met viewers through the second season of the Disney+ series ″Made in Korea.″]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Jeon Yu Jin will release their first full-length album, ″Adios,″ on the 10th through various music streaming platforms. This album features a Bohemian concept centered on freedom, wandering, and art, capturing the growth of Jeon Yu Jin as an adult experiencing love and heartbreak through music. The album contains a total of 12 tracks, including two double title songs and two instrumental pieces. It showcases Jeon Yu Jin’s diverse charm with a variety of genres such as adult ballads, semi-trot, traditional trot, and dance trot. Among the double title tracks, ″Adios″ blends harmonica and string melodies with Jeon Yu Jin’s calm vocals to convey the lingering feelings of parting, while ″Sarangmanhaso″ is an adult ballad written, composed, and directed in chorus and recording by Jang Yun Jeong, expressing heartfelt emotions toward a fateful love through high notes in the chorus. The track ″Gasi Kkot Sarang″ reflects the realization of deeply understanding love, and ″Gajireonhi″ sings about the feelings left after a breakup. ″Molla Molla″ and ″Heung Dara Heung″ capture unrequited love and excitement in a lively way, while ″Utja″ and ″Jal Doel Geoya Uri Modu,″ written and composed by Sul Woon Do, offer comfort and encouragement to those who are weary. Jeon Yu Jin first gained recognition through the Pohang Beach National Singing Contest and debuted in March 2020 with the digital single ″Sarang... Hashiryepnikka?″ Since then, they have won first place on the MBN audition program ″Hyunyeok Gawang,″ earning love from various generations.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 In the second episode of TV Chosun’s ’Trot Kitchen Running Dinner Show,’ Lee Soo-geun, Kim Yong Bin, Chef Yoon Nara, Chef Lim Tae-hoon, Na Sang-do, and Nam Seung-min visit a middle school ping pong team in Cheongyang, Chungnam, to prepare a special meal. On that day, the members began their second day schedule at Chilgap Tower, a famous spot in Cheongyang. During the opening, when Kim Yong Bin appeared singing ″Chilgapsan,″ Na Sang-do said, ″Is Yongbin shooting a music video?″ Lee Soo-geun commented, ″He deceived us about filming and came late just because he got a little famous.″ In response, Kim Yong Bin expressed frustration, saying, ″That’s not true.″ Afterwards, the members moved to a middle school in Cheongyang and met with the ping pong team students. The members held a surprise match to directly check the students’ skills, and Chef Lim Tae-hoon competed against a 14-year-old student. After hearing the student’s introduction, Chef Lim Tae-hoon said, ″Isn’t this cheating?″ If the players won, they promised to provide a special meal. Meanwhile, Kim Yong Bin and Nam Seung-min visited a melon field in Cheongyang to gather local ingredients. While harvesting melons, Nam Seung-min suggested, ″Shall we each pick two and compete to see which ones are of better quality?″ and the competition began. Both showed confidence, saying, ″I have better observational skills.″ The second episode of ’Trot Kitchen Running Dinner Show’ will air on the 12th at 10 PM.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Yuntaek, the host of MBN’s long-running entertainment program ″I Am a Natural Person,″ and Lee Seung-yoon appeared on episode 46 of MBN’s ″Kim Juha’s Day and Night″ to share their 15 years of experience living in the mountains. Yuntaek revealed that the start of filming ″I Am a Natural Person″ coincided with the birth of his son, expressing a deep affection for the fact that the program and his son are the same age. Lee Seung-yoon shared that they experienced marriage and childbirth while working on the program. They also disclosed a story about receiving wild ginseng as a gift from a natural person during their newlywed period, after which their son was born. The two said that frequently eating medicinal herbs in the mountains led to health changes, such as not catching colds. When Yuntaek mentioned that he eats a lot of medicinal herbs when he goes to the mountains and no longer catches colds, Lee Seung-yoon testified to having the same experience. Yuntaek stated that there are people who actually entered the mountains after watching ″I Am a Natural Person,″ mentioning that the program has become a textbook. He also explained that the natural persons from the early days are different from those now, saying they have become smarter. Lee Seung-yoon shared an experience of meeting a natural person who invests in stocks, mentioning that they check stock windows on their computer at 9 a.m. MBN’s ″Kim Juha’s Day and Night″ airs every Saturday night at 9:40 p.m. Lee Seung-yoon married Kim Jisoo, who works in the publishing industry, in 2012 and has one son.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Director Hirokazu Koreeda’s new film ″Look Back″ attracted 20,557 viewers on its opening day, ranking first at the box office among films released at the same time. ″Look Back″ is based on the short manga of the same name by Tatsuki Fujimoto, well known for the manga ″Chainsaw Man,″ with Koreeda directing, writing, and editing the film. The work has been recognized for its artistic value, having been invited to major international film festivals. Jungkook of BTS left a comment on the ″Look Back″ promotional video on the 8th, saying, ″I want to watch it, but I can’t,″ expressing both interest and regret about the film. Jungkook is currently overseas due to his world tour schedule, making it difficult for him to watch the movie. Since the 2nd, he has been conducting his world tour in Latin America and plans to return home after completing a total of 14 performances in Bogotá, Lima, Santiago, Buenos Aires, São Paulo, and other cities by the 31st. Meanwhile, Director Koreeda plans to attend the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) and then move to Seoul to hold stage greetings and audience talks (GV). Fans showed their support by liking Jungkook’s comment.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Illuminating Encounters Between Humans and Deep-Sea CreaturesYoo Jae-sun, Director of 'Sleep', Participates as WriterThe official release date for Bong Joon-ho's first feature-length animation, 'ALLY', has been set for July of next year. /CJ ENM[THE FACT|Reporter Lee Sung-rak] Bong Joon-ho's animated challenge, 'ALLY', will be released in July of next year.Distributor CJ ENM announced on the 9th that the Korean release schedule for the animation 'ALLY' has been set for July of next year.'ALLY' tells the story of deep-sea fish living in underwater canyons who are curious about the human world. It is Bong Joon-ho's first feature-length animation, inspired by real marine life.'ALLY' depicts how encounters between humans and deep-sea creatures change both worlds, with themes of friendship and courage. It follows the adventures of the protagonist baby pig squid 'Ally', who dreams of seeing the sun and appearing on TV, and her friends, when an unidentified aircraft crashes into the sea one day.The production team is also star-studded. Yoo Jae-sun, director of 'Sleep', participated as a co-writer, and the voice cast includes Alex Jayne Go, Ayo Edebiri, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Finn Wolfhard, Rachel House, and Werner Herzog.Kim Jae-hyung, who worked on 'Toy Story 4' and 'Inside Out', served as animation supervisor, and Marcin Jakubowski from 'Klaus' took on the role of production designer. Additionally, David Lipman from the 'Shrek' series participated in the production team, and Studio DENEK, which was responsible for the visual effects (VFX) of 'Inception' and 'Dune', also joined.'ALLY' will also be released in France on July 14th of next year. A US release is also planned.rocky@tf.co.kr]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 "I am ashamed of my past irresponsible choices."Sentenced to 1 year in prison, suspended for 2 years in the first trial.Song Min-ho, who is suspected of dereliction of duty as a social service worker, leaves the courtroom after attending a hearing at the Seoul Western District Court in Mapo-gu, Seoul on April 21. /Reporter Song Ho-young[THE FACT|Reporter Lee Seong-rak] Song Min-ho, a member of the group WINNER, has apologized for violating military service laws.On the 9th, Song Min-ho posted a handwritten letter on his social media service (SNS) Instagram, stating, "I bow my head and apologize for causing concern to many people because of me."He said, "I should have clarified my position as soon as possible, but it was too late. I am sorry for making you wait for so long," and "Above all, I am so sorry for disappointing the young men who are faithfully fulfilling their military service obligations, as well as my fans who cherish me more than anyone else."He added, "Regret has been long each day. I was ashamed and hated my past irresponsible choices," and "I will not avoid my foolish mistakes and will reflect on them. I will faithfully carry out the remaining procedures and obligations."Finally, he said, "I will not forget this incident, engrave it in my heart, and live with a more responsible attitude," and "I sincerely apologize once again."Song Min-ho is suspected of being absent without leave for 102 days while working as a social service worker. On the 1st, the Seoul Western District Court sentenced Song Min-ho, who was indicted on charges of violating military service laws, to one year in prison and a two-year suspended sentence.rocky@tf.co.kr]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 It was supposed to be the epitome of a rom-com, but it turned out to be the epitome of an internet novel.Kim Young-kwang and Chae Soo-bin's chemistry and OST are a lifesaver.Netflix's 'My Sweet Dear,' starring Kim Young-kwang and Chae Soo-bin, will be released in its entirety on the 9th at 5 PM. /Netflix[THE FACT|Reporter Kim Saet-byul] A contract romance between a third-generation chaebol and an ordinary woman, with the added fantasy elements of an artificial heart and electric abilities. It seemed to be a "K-rom-com standard" with a unique twist on a familiar romantic comedy, but what we encountered was the standard of 2000s internet novels. While the overly old-fashioned dialogue and flimsy plot might make you pause, the heart-fluttering chemistry and lovable performances of the two lead actors, along with the captivating OST, bring the drama back to life.Netflix's new series 'My Sweet Dear' (written by Song Yu-chae, directed by Park Soo-won) will be released worldwide in its entirety today (9th) at 5 PM. Prior to its release, Netflix provided reporters with a preview of four out of ten episodes through a press screening.'My Sweet Dear' is a romantic comedy about Baek Ho-rang (played by Kim Young-kwang), whose artificial heart battery is drained, and Na Bo-bae (played by Chae Soo-bin), who has the ability to generate electricity, entering into a contract out of mutual necessity. Based on a web novel of the same name, the series consists of a total of 10 episodes.The story begins as the two protagonists, each with their own secrets, become entangled like characters in a shojo manga. A crowd gathers due to the top-star popularity of Ji Eun-ho (played by Cha Woo-min), and Baek Ho-rang and Na Bo-bae, pushed by the crowd, kiss. After that day, Na Bo-bae realizes that Baek Ho-rang is an "electric-proof rubber glove" to her electricity.The two then meet again in a hospital during a power outage. Baek Ho-rang is scheduled to undergo surgery to implant a high-performance battery for his artificial heart and prepare for his succession to TS Group. However, on the day of the crucial surgery, the hospital experiences a power outage, and his artificial heart battery drains. It is then that Baek Ho-rang returns from the brink of death thanks to Na Bo-bae, who was in the same hospital, and discovers that his heart recharges through skinship with her.As can be seen from the initial plot, 'My Sweet Dear' follows typical clichés. Setting aside the "contract romance between a third-generation chaebol and an ordinary woman," even the fantasy element of "charging upon touch and discharging upon separation" is predictable, but it can still work if viewed as a "rom-com standard."Netflix's new series 'My Sweet Dear' aimed to be a rom-com standard but filled its early episodes with somewhat old-fashioned settings and dialogue reminiscent of internet novels. /NetflixThe problem is that the way these elements are handled is overly familiar, and the dialogue is extremely dated. Situations like a hospital where a major corporation's executive is undergoing surgery losing even emergency power due to a lightning strike, the cliché power struggles surrounding a chaebol family, club brawls, and especially the secretaries' raid on the scene like investigators to uncover the general manager's corruption, feel like an internet novel sensibility with poor prior research.Furthermore, cheesy lines like Choi Do-yoon, Baek Ho-rang's cousin who is wary of him, saying to Na Bo-bae, "I'll treat you better than he does," and during the contract negotiation, exchanging large sums of money with lines like "Is this right? It looks like there's an extra zero" and "Heh. That's the correct amount. TS values you that much, and we can negotiate if you want," appear constantly.The lack of plausibility surrounding the entertainment and broadcasting industries further hinders immersion. Ji Eun-ho, who becomes acquainted with Na Bo-bae through her debut work, boasts top-star-level influence from the first episode, contrary to his vague "recycled rookie" setting. Despite this, he acts somewhat recklessly towards the third-generation chaebol Baek Ho-rang, walks around outside wearing only a mask, and the setting of him picking up Na Bo-bae, despite being a close writer, is difficult to accept.Of course, there's no need to apply overly realistic standards to a fantasy romantic comedy. However, not all plot holes can be overlooked simply because it's fantasy. When moments that seem detached from reality repeat, it eventually feels not like a fantasy romance but simply like sloppiness.Given that the drama centers around unrealistic settings like "electric abilities" and "artificial heart batteries," it makes one wonder if the surrounding world could have been built more solidly.Ultimately, the drama's excessive old-fashionedness demands viewers to have both "rubber gloves" and "batteries." Rubber gloves are needed for when your hands curl up at the predictable and familiar dialogue, and physical stamina is essential to endure the somewhat flimsy plot.Attention is focused on whether actresses Chae Soo-bin and Kim Young-kwang, with their individual charms and chemistry, can elevate 'My Sweet Dear' beyond its childishness and transform it into a romance that captivates the world. /NetflixNevertheless, the power that keeps viewers hooked is undeniably the actors' performances and chemistry. In particular, the two leads, Kim Young-kwang and Chae Soo-bin, who boast the perfect rom-com visuals with their height difference, create excitement just by their presence.Kim Young-kwang adds a playful charm to Baek Ho-rang, the seemingly cold and perfect third-generation chaebol. However, the romantic excitement is not yet fully ripe. Due to some overly sentimental lines and scenes, there are moments that are difficult to overcome solely through the actors' performances. Despite this, he portrays the character with his characteristic relaxed demeanor, showcasing a different charm from his previous roles and adding strength to the drama.Chae Soo-bin's presence is unparalleled. She brings the character to life with her unique loveliness, even within a setting that could easily become over-the-top. She naturally handles even childish lines or scenes that overtly try to be cute, making viewers smile.This is also due to Chae Soo-bin's accumulated experience. Having starred in works with fantasy elements like 'I'm Not a Robot' and 'Where Stars Land,' as well as works based on webtoons like 'The Call,' she is accustomed to making viewers accept unrealistic settings on screen. Therefore, Chae Soo-bin's performance is the biggest saving grace of 'My Sweet Dear.'The supporting actors' performances are also noteworthy. Heo Dong-won, as Baek Ho-rang's secretary Yoon Jae-ho, shows a different side from his usual roles, making viewers realize, "He can do this kind of role well too." He adds vitality to the drama with his witty secretary portrayal and chemistry with Kim Young-kwang. Yang Hyun-min also naturally elicits laughter as director Yeom Min-gyu, who demands Na Bo-bae to write romance. Even in scenes that could easily become childish, he maintains the drama's rhythm with appropriate tone control and realistic acting.The OST is also a major strength of the drama. The music, which appears from the beginning of the first episode, greatly enhances the romantic comedy's unique atmosphere. Each OST featured up to episode 4 is so good that sometimes you find yourself looking forward to the OST more. Especially when the leads' scenes are paired with the music, it makes you think, "Yes, this is what a rom-com should be like."Ultimately, 'My Sweet Dear,' despite its many flaws and awkward moments in the first four episodes, maintains a light and enjoyable framework thanks to the extraordinary chemistry between Kim Young-kwang and Chae Soo-bin, the strong performances of the supporting cast, and the emotional music. Viewers who are prepared to endure the cringeworthy sensibility of 2000s internet novels can enjoy getting lost in the charms of the actors in this lighthearted rom-com.sstar1204@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer SUNG HANBIN will debut as a solo artist by releasing his first EP, ’DEAD:ALIVE,’ at 6 p.m. on the 12th. Based on his experience as the leader of the group ZEROBASEONE, SUNG HANBIN will showcase his solo stage with his own voice and performance this time. The album includes a total of eight tracks, including the title track ’UNDEAD.’ It features songs such as ’Killin’ Me,’ ’Insidious,’ ’3AM,’ ’Bloody Gravity,’ ’Other Side,’ ’Flash,’ and ’Steal the Thunder.’ In the pre-released performance video for ’Killin’ Me,’ SUNG HANBIN expressed a message of confronting inner pain and fear through a powerful transformation and performance. The title track ’UNDEAD’ combines intense guitar riffs, grand choir, and dazzling drum lines, drawing attention to how SUNG HANBIN’s vocals and performance will blend. ’DEAD:ALIVE’ captures the process of ’self-transcendence,’ growing by breaking the limits that confined oneself without stopping in the face of fear. The album expresses the moment of breaking limits and rebirth as a new self as ’beautiful destruction.’ In three concept photos, SUNG HANBIN presented different atmospheres through various images such as wound makeup, a red motorcycle, a white butterfly crown, and feather costumes. Notably, SUNG HANBIN personally participated in writing the lyrics for the track ’Flash,’ conveying a sincere message and promise to fans. The highlight medley previewed various moods, including tense sounds, stylish grooves, and emotionally rising feelings in each song. SUNG HANBIN’s first EP ’DEAD:ALIVE’ will be released on various music platforms at 6 p.m. on the 12th.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group izna (Mai, Bang Jimin, Coco, Yoo Sarang, Choi Jeongeun, Jung Sebi) is holding the concert tour ″2026-2027 izna Concert Tour: WHO DAT GIRL? in TAIPEI″ today (the 9th, local time) at ZEPP NEW TAIPEI in Taipei. izna successfully completed the first performance of the concert tour at Seoul Olympic Hall from the 19th to the 20th of last month. This tour is izna’s first concert tour since their debut, and the title ″WHO DAT GIRL?″ is inspired by the chorus lyrics of their debut song ″IZNA.″ The performance featured newly arranged versions of existing songs, including band, bossa nova, and house remix styles, and was presented in a three-act structure linked with stage design and VCR. izna expressed their ambition, saying, ″We will showcase the charm of the ’DAT GIRL’ who instantly captures attention even among countless people.″ Following the Seoul performance, starting with the Taipei stage, izna will continue the tour in 10 domestic and international locations including Manila on October 17, Hong Kong on October 24, Singapore on November 8, Kuala Lumpur on December 5, Fukuoka on March 12, 2027, Tokyo on March 14, Nagoya on March 27, and Osaka on March 28.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The group Epik High held a celebration party at a campsite ahead of reaching 2 million subscribers on their YouTube channel. On the afternoon of the 8th, Epik High released a new episode titled ″Last Camping of This Life ft. Mitsura’s 3-Course Cooking″ on their official YouTube channel EPIKASE. The members went camping and spent a relaxing time outdoors, hanging a banner to celebrate surpassing 2 million subscribers. At the campsite, Mitsura set up equipment such as tables and chairs and personally prepared a 3-course meal consisting of jjajang ramen, pork ribs, and eggs in hell. Tablo and Tookut focused on setting up tents and camp beds, and Mitsura encouraged them by saying, ″It’s usually difficult. You’re doing better than expected.″ The members who tasted Mitsura’s cooking were full of admiration, and a suggestion to publish a recipe book together was even made. That day, Epik High celebrated reaching 2 million subscribers in advance and set their next goal at 5 million subscribers. Tablo said, ″My goal was 1 million subscribers, but I’ve already achieved that,″ and Tookut said, ″Twenty years ago, at our first concert, we hoped only a thousand people would come, but now we almost sell out venues with 10,000 people per show,″ adding, ″What you wish for comes true.″ He also promoted the concert scheduled for January next year. The members talked about what they want to do when they reach 3 million subscribers. Tablo said, ″I want to try serious acting,″ and added, ″I want to see Tookut act in a sad melodrama.″ Mitsura said, ″That’s the scene I least want to see, but I’m curious.″ They also encouraged Mitsura to try being a chef, with opinions saying, ″I want to see you learn step by step under the Tiger Chef.″ Throughout the camping trip, the three members showed nonstop conversation and cheerful chemistry. At the end, they emphasized their goal of reaching 5 million subscribers and asked for subscriptions, finishing the camping by sharing the food Mitsura prepared with the staff. Meanwhile, Epik High will hold the ″2027 Epik High Concert″ for three days from January 22 to 24, 2027, at the KSPO DOME in Olympic Park, Seoul.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Lee Seung-gi mentioned his unwavering friendship with producer Na Young-seok. In the video ″Surprise Live in a High School Classroom (ft. Lee Seung-gi)″ released on the YouTube channel ’Green Umbrella’ on the 8th, Lee Seung-gi visited his alma mater, Sanggye High School, and had conversations with his juniors. He shared various stories about his school days and activities in the entertainment industry. Referring to his debut song ″Because I’m Your Woman,″ Lee Seung-gi said, ″I was a senior in high school. I debuted at your age,″ and recalled with a smile, ″I appeared singing ’Because I’m Your Woman.’ At that time, I suddenly appeared like a comet, being called the ’nation’s younger brother.’ It’s a bit embarrassing to say it myself.″ He also mentioned the variety show ″1 Night 2 Days,″ explaining, ″’Lee Seung-gi’ is a program that made my name known nationwide to more people.″ He asked the students, ″Are there still people who watch this? Is it worth watching? Is it fun?″ The students replied, ″We watch it every time we eat,″ and ″It’s very fun.″ When a student asked about his relationship with producer Na Young-seok, who worked with him on ″1 Night 2 Days,″ Lee Seung-gi expressed closeness, saying, ″Young-seok hyung? We’re still close. There’s no reason for us not to be. There’s no reason for me not to be close with Young-seok hyung.″ Lee Seung-gi revealed that despite the long time that has passed, his relationship with producer Na Young-seok, whom he connected with through ″1 Night 2 Days,″ continues.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Singer Haha revealed his health concerns along with the reason he wears sunglasses on variety shows. In a video released on the YouTube channel ’Class of ’26 Jiwon’ on the 8th, Haha met with Ha Ji-won at a barbecue restaurant near Kyung Hee University and talked about health. When asked what made Ha Ji-won start paying attention to her health, Haha explained the reason he has recently become more conscious of his health by saying, ″Things that used to work have started not to.″ He also explained the reason he wears sunglasses during outdoor variety show shoots: ″It’s not to look cool. When I look at the light, I can’t see ahead because I can’t handle the reflection. That’s what I’m revealing here.″ He then shared his experience visiting an optician, saying, ″I thought I couldn’t put it off any longer, so I went to the optician, and they cautiously told me it was presbyopia.″ Along with this, Haha took out hair loss medicine and opened up about his concerns with hair loss. Finally, he told Ha Ji-won, ″Let’s stay healthy, noona.″]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Nam Hyun-hee recently posted the phrase ″Hatred does not find faults. It creates them″ on her SNS. The message, posted by Nam Hyun-hee on the 8th against a black background, reflected her thoughts on hatred and criticism. She did not mention the reason for posting this message or any specific target. Previously, Nam Hyun-hee was embroiled in allegations of conspiracy to commit fraud related to Jeon Cheong-jo but was cleared by the prosecution in December last year. Jeon Cheong-jo was prosecuted for defrauding investors of about 3 billion won by pretending to be the illegitimate child of a third-generation chaebol and was sentenced to 13 years in prison in November 2024. Nam Hyun-hee has suffered from criticism and malicious comments online in the past and has expressed her feelings about it directly. At that time, she emphasized that ″mocking and criticizing victims is not a simple opinion but another form of harm,″ mentioning the pain caused by malicious comments. Meanwhile, Mr. A, who was indicted for writing insulting comments on articles related to Nam Hyun-hee in October 2023, avoided punishment as Nam Hyun-hee’s side submitted a settlement agreement and a letter of no punishment during the appeal process. On July 26, the Criminal Division 4 of the Daejeon District Court (Chief Judge Gu Chang-mo) overturned the original ruling that sentenced him to a fine of 1.5 million won and dismissed the indictment.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 The couple, Do Kyung-wan and Jang Yun Jeong, revealed their newly moved-in duplex home on KBS 2TV variety show ″New Release Pyeonstorang.″ Do Kyung-wan returned to the program after 5 years and 8 months since declaring himself freelance and showcased the recently moved-in house. This house is a luxury penthouse located in Apere Hangang, a high-end residential complex in Seobinggo-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul. The couple, Jang Yun Jeong and Do Kyung-wan, attracted attention by purchasing it entirely in cash for 12 billion won in 2024. On the broadcast, Do Kyung-wan expressed his feelings about returning, saying, ″I’m back after 5 years,″ and showed a witty side by saying, ″I have a lot of free time.″ The interior was decorated in white and wood tones, creating a neat and warm atmosphere. Artworks encompassing both Eastern and Western styles and paintings drawn by their two children, Yeon-woo and Ha-young, were also displayed. Do Kyung-wan emphasized that the interior was a space filled with his wife Jang Yun Jeong’s sense of style, saying, ″Everything is entirely the objects and paintings that Yoon-jung wanted.″ Especially in the kitchen, there were five refrigerators, and Do Kyung-wan explained that each refrigerator was used for different purposes. The refrigerator dedicated to side dishes stored premium ingredients such as tomahawk steak and croaker fish, while the refrigerator for alcohol was stocked with various liquors including beer, soju, wine, and tequila. Do Kyung-wan shared their daily life, saying, ″I always have a drink with Yoon-jung in the evening.″ The couple, Jang Yun Jeong and Do Kyung-wan, married in 2013 and have one son and one daughter. They attracted fans’ attention by revealing their home decorated with a duplex space, artworks, and five refrigerators.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Through the TVING original ″Transit Love 4,″ PARK JI HYUN and Jung Won-kyu, who hinted at marriage after reuniting, have decided to go their separate ways. On the 7th, PARK JI HYUN personally announced the breakup with Jung Won-kyu in a video titled ″Tokyo 2 Nights 3 Days Vlog and a Story I Want to Tell″ uploaded on the YouTube channel ″I’m Jihyun.″ PARK JI HYUN said, ″Won-kyu oppa and I have agreed not to see each other anymore,″ and mentioned that not revealing the reason for the breakup is a consideration for the other person and a respect for the time they loved each other. She added, ″Although our romantic relationship has ended, I hope oppa stays well and is happy.″ After the breakup announcement, most of their everyday couple photos were deleted from their SNS and YouTube, but some two-shot posts and YouTube date videos done for sponsorships and advertisements remain. They still follow each other’s accounts. Fans speculate that this is due to practical reasons such as fulfilling sponsorship contracts. PARK JI HYUN and Jung Won-kyu reunited as ex-lovers and became the final couple on ″Transit Love 4,″ which ended this January. During the broadcast, Car, the Garden’s ″You Became My Small World″ was used as the main theme song and topped the music charts, drawing great attention, with Car, the Garden promising to sing at their wedding. After the show ended, the two shared content on YouTube such as ″Semi-Meeting of Families″ and ″Preparing as Newlyweds,″ and answered fans’ questions by saying, ″Marriage is soon.″ However, recently, they posted videos like ″Is It Marriage or Breakup?″ and ″I Said I’m Okay, But Maybe I’m Not,″ signaling changes, and ultimately officially announced their breakup.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Shin Young-il appeared on the ″Quiz Show! Ten Million Luck″ segment of KBS 1TV’s ″Morning Yard″ and explained his reasons for being a quiz program host. The segment, aired on October 9th in celebration of Hangul Day, invited Shin Young-il, who had served as MC for shows such as ″Quiz Korea″ and ″Quiz Exploration of the Mysterious World.″ Shin Young-il said, ″Every time I am under the spotlight, there is a warmth like a mother’s embrace. Whenever I come to KBS, I feel like I am back home, so it feels good. Also, if I win the prize money later, I will go to the announcer’s office and brag about it. I will just brag that I won.″ Having hosted quiz programs for 20 years, Shin Young-il responded to the question, ″Since you have hosted many quiz shows, you must have abundant general knowledge. Are you confident?″ by saying, ″Being a quiz program MC means you are chosen not to be the person who wins first place in the quiz, but for a trustworthy appearance. To be honest, you shouldn’t expect skill.″ During the broadcast, Jo Woo-jong remarked, ″I don’t really trust your appearance. But I think you will solve the quizzes well.″]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Comedian Kim In-seok personally revealed the fact of his divorce from broadcaster Angela Park after about two years. On the 9th, Kim In-seok announced through his SNS that they decided to end their relationship as a couple about two years ago and go their separate ways. Regarding why he did not disclose the divorce immediately, he explained, ″I have been thinking a lot about how to share this story,″ and ″It took time to accept this reality and come to terms with it. That’s why I am only now telling you.″ Kim In-seok also stated, ″Although our relationship as a couple ends here, I will continue to do my best and be a good parent for our children without change.″ He said that although there were difficult times, he has now overcome them well and is trying to start anew, promising to greet everyone with a better and happier appearance in the future. Kim In-seok married broadcaster Angela Park, a former Miss Korea Hawaii winner, in 2014, and they have two sons. He apologized for not informing close acquaintances earlier, saying, ″I sincerely apologize to family, relatives, and close acquaintances who are hearing this news for the first time through this post.″ Kim In-seok debuted in 2001 as a KBS 16th public recruitment comedian and became known through KBS 2TV’s ″Gag Concert″ and others.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress Seo Ye-ji recently shared an update on her SNS, communicating with her fans. On the 4th, Seo Ye-ji posted several photos on her Instagram along with white and purple heart emojis. In the photos, Seo Ye-ji is wearing a gray top and jeans, posing affectionately while leaning shoulders with someone. Her smile as she looks straight ahead conveys a bright and calm atmosphere. The background features mid-tone curtains and lighting that create a cozy space, and a mirror hanging on the wall is also captured, adding a natural feel. Seo Ye-ji is holding a smartphone, and a bouquet decorated with balloons adds to the cheerful ambiance. This photo release came about two weeks after Seo Ye-ji signed an exclusive contract with a new agency, interpreted as a sign of a fresh start. Her stable appearance along with her natural and radiant charm attracted much attention.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900 Actress and singer Yoon Eun-hye shared an update on her recent life while receiving a special birthday celebration. Recently, Yoon Eun-hye posted photos commemorating her birthday on her SNS, interacting with her fans. In the photos, Yoon Eun-hye exuded a sophisticated atmosphere, wearing a black dress, a crown, and sunglasses. She gazed directly ahead while adjusting the crown with one hand, with a cake and balloons in the background completing the celebratory mood. Another photo revealed her having a joyful time scattering pieces of colored paper in her hand. Along with this, a scene of her on a phone call was included, showing a natural moment from her daily life. The combination of her bold makeup and elegant outfit captivated her fans. Yoon Eun-hye debuted in 1999 as part of the group Baby V.O.X, and in addition to her singing career, she gained great love as an actress through dramas such as ″Coffee Prince″ and ″Princess Hours.″ Recently, her healthy appearance, shaped by intermittent fasting, has also attracted attention. Fans sent messages of support celebrating Yoon Eun-hye’s birthday and her unchanging beauty. Meanwhile, Yoon Eun-hye continues her activities steadily while paying attention to her health. Although she recently experienced aftereffects of allergies, she is currently recovering and sharing bright updates through communication with her fans. She continues to raise expectations for active endeavors in various fields.]]> FANNSTAR Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0900