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BTS' Suga Completes 12km San Francisco Marathon During World Tour
BTS member Suga finished a 12km run at the San Francisco Marathon during his world tour schedule. His BANGTANTV vlog also showed the uphill challenge and recent photos from Brussels.
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Kyuhyun, Park Eun-tae, Lee Ji-hye and Jang Eun-a Join Frankenstein Concert at Jangchung Arena
The main cast of the musical Frankenstein will reunite for Stage Concert Series I <Frankenstein: The Musical Concert> at Jangchung Arena on August 1 and 2. Brandon Lee will conduct the full-orchestra concert as EMK Entertainment expands the musical IP beyond the stage.
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Yoo Jun-sang Wraps Final Swing Days Performance with Promise to Return
Yoo Jun-sang completed his final performance of the musical Swing Days_Codename A at Chungmu Arts Center Grand Theater on July 4. The production is inspired by the NAPKO Project and the true story of Dr. Yu Ilhan.
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Lee Ha-nee Narrates Gugak Story Concert for Families of Children with Disabilities
Lee Ha-nee joined the concert “Story of Sky, Wind and Sunshine” at C-SQUARE, lending her voice to a music reading play for families of children with disabilities. Habahae also held a special performance for 11 families of children with severe disabilities.
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Choi Jung-won Tears Up Over Water Birth Video and Her Mother's Two Hours Beside Her
Choi Jung-won recalled how her mother stayed beside her during South Korea's first televised water birth. She also shared the final promise that helped her continue performing after her mother's death.
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Shin Gi-ru Thanks Fans for Handwritten Letters After Mother's Death
Broadcaster Shin Gi-ru shared handwritten letters from fans on social media after losing her mother. She also opened up about grief on Rolling Thunder and thanked supporters for giving her strength.
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U-Know Yunho returns to the Gwangju mound after 8 years; Han Ji-hye to pitch for KIA fans
Singer U-Know Yunho and actress Han Ji-hye will visit Gwangju KIA Champions Field to pitch, driven by their genuine affection for the KIA Tigers.
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Hwang Jung-min says his brighter look was not just sobriety but heavy makeup
Hwang Jung-min explained on DdeunDdeun's Pinggyego that his brighter complexion came not only from quitting alcohol but also from thick makeup. The Hope stars also discussed curly hair and Cannes anecdotes with Yoo Jae-suk.
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BTS’s Jimin Draws Dior and MTV Buzz With ‘Soft Punk’ Look at Paris Show
BTS member Jimin attended the Dior Men's Summer 2027 Collection Show on June 24, drawing attention for a ‘Soft Punk’ look. GQ and MTV highlighted how his styling connected Dior’s 18th-century inspiration with a modern edge.
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Byun Jin-sub Says LP Address Led to Move One Week After Student’s Fall
Byun Jin-sub recalled how fans gathered outside his home after his address appeared in an LP liner note. He said his family moved within a week after a middle school student fell while trying to see him.
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Kim Gyu-ri Receives First Customs-Cleared Chinese Chef's Knife from Lee Yeon-bok
Kim Gyu-ri shared that she received the first customs-cleared piece of chef Lee Yeon-bok's new Chinese chef's knife. The actor also noted that a signed version will be sold in limited quantities.
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Girls' Generation's Yuri Weighs Future Ahead of August SM Entertainment Contract Expiration
Yuri is reviewing whether to renew with SM Entertainment after nearly 25 years with the company or move to a new agency as her acting work expands. Girls' Generation and HyoRiSoo activities are still expected to remain possible through separate arrangements.
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Yoon Si-yoon says he nearly lost Bread, Love and Dreams lead role before Park Sung-woong helped him with tearful scenes
Yoon Si-yoon recalled on MBC's Radio Star how he almost lost the lead role in Bread, Love and Dreams before the director chose to trust him. He also shared how Park Sung-woong helped him overcome early struggles with tearful acting.
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Mamamoo's Solar Shares a Relaxed Tainan Car Moment as 'Solaris' Heads to Five Asian Cities
Mamamoo leader Solar shared a relaxed update from Tainan as her solo tour Solaris continues across five Asian cities.
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Um Hyun-kyung Shares Relaxed Life with Flower Path Walk Following MBC Drama Awards Win
Actress Um Hyun-kyung shares a peaceful update with photos of a flower path walk following her Best Actress win at the 2024 MBC Drama Awards.
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Lee Yoon-ji Says Goodbye to Beginning and Laura After Final Performance
Lee Yoon-ji shared a farewell message after wrapping the play Beginning at LG Arts Center Seoul U+ Stage. She reflected on parting with Laura and her career from Nonstop 4 to Dream Palace.
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BTS V Becomes Global Ambassador for HiteJinro’s JINRO After 2.6 Billion Bottles Sold
HiteJinro named BTS member V as the global ambassador for JINRO, its soju export brand. The company plans to expand global campaigns as JINRO’s cumulative sales exceed 2.6 billion bottles.
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Kim Chung-jae Draws Notice With Model-Like Proportions at Global Brand Yoga Event
Product designer and broadcaster Kim Chung-jae shared photos from a global sportswear brand event. His appearance also drew renewed attention to I Live Alone, Kian84 and his public relationship with Jung Eun-chae.
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Seola, the 'Return of Superman' star, shows off impressive 13-year-old growth and modeling poses
Lee Sul Ah, the third daughter of former footballer Lee Dong-gook, captures attention with her stylish growth and natural modeling poses shared by her mother, Lee Soojin.
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EXO's Suho Shares Middle School Buzzcut Photo, Cyworld Fame and Old Nicknames
EXO's Suho opened up on YouTube channel Okikiㅇㅋㅋ about his school-day nicknames, Cyworld popularity and a buzzcut he gave himself in middle school. He also reflected on how embarrassing moments helped shape him.
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Heo Nam-jun and ATEEZ's San Draw Attention as the New 'Northern Grand Duke' Visual Type
Heo Nam-jun and ATEEZ's San are being grouped online as a new strong visual type called the 'Northern Grand Duke.' Their intense monolid look is being contrasted with familiar flower scholar, tofu-type and Arab-type ideals.
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Song Hye-kyo and Seo Kyung-duk Donate 10,000 Independence Movement Guides in Washington, D.C.
Song Hye-kyo and Professor Seo Kyung-duk donated 10,000 Korean-English guidebooks to the Old Korean Legation in Washington, D.C. The 15-year project has supported more than 40 overseas sites tied to Korea's independence movement.
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Kim Yeon-ja reveals microphone habit Park Myung-soo pointed out on KBS 1TV
Kim Yeon-ja marked her 52nd debut anniversary on KBS 1TV's morning program, explaining why her microphone moves farther away as she gets excited on stage. She also shared her short sleep routine and stage-centered fitness habits.
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Choi Soo-jong to Meet 50 High School Students at Free 6-Day South Jeolla Acting Camp
Actor Choi Soo-jong joins mentors for the 15th South Jeolla Acting Camp, offering 50 high school students hands-on experience in acting and film production.
BTS' Suga Completes 12km San Francisco Marathon During World Tour
BTS member Suga finished a 12km run at the San Francisco Marathon during his world tour schedule. His BANGTANTV vlog also showed the uphill challenge and recent photos from Brussels.
Kyuhyun, Park Eun-tae, Lee Ji-hye and Jang Eun-a Join Frankenstein Concert at Jangchung Arena
The main cast of the musical Frankenstein will reunite for Stage Concert Series I <Frankenstein: The Musical Concert> at Jangchung Arena on August 1 and 2. Brandon Lee will conduct the full-orchestra concert as EMK Entertainment expands the musical IP beyond the stage.
Yoo Jun-sang Wraps Final Swing Days Performance with Promise to Return
Yoo Jun-sang completed his final performance of the musical Swing Days_Codename A at Chungmu Arts Center Grand Theater on July 4. The production is inspired by the NAPKO Project and the true story of Dr. Yu Ilhan.
Lee Ha-nee Narrates Gugak Story Concert for Families of Children with Disabilities
Lee Ha-nee joined the concert “Story of Sky, Wind and Sunshine” at C-SQUARE, lending her voice to a music reading play for families of children with disabilities. Habahae also held a special performance for 11 families of children with severe disabilities.
Choi Jung-won Tears Up Over Water Birth Video and Her Mother's Two Hours Beside Her
Choi Jung-won recalled how her mother stayed beside her during South Korea's first televised water birth. She also shared the final promise that helped her continue performing after her mother's death.
Shin Gi-ru Thanks Fans for Handwritten Letters After Mother's Death
Broadcaster Shin Gi-ru shared handwritten letters from fans on social media after losing her mother. She also opened up about grief on Rolling Thunder and thanked supporters for giving her strength.
U-Know Yunho returns to the Gwangju mound after 8 years; Han Ji-hye to pitch for KIA fans
Singer U-Know Yunho and actress Han Ji-hye will visit Gwangju KIA Champions Field to pitch, driven by their genuine affection for the KIA Tigers.
Hwang Jung-min says his brighter look was not just sobriety but heavy makeup
Hwang Jung-min explained on DdeunDdeun's Pinggyego that his brighter complexion came not only from quitting alcohol but also from thick makeup. The Hope stars also discussed curly hair and Cannes anecdotes with Yoo Jae-suk.
BTS’s Jimin Draws Dior and MTV Buzz With ‘Soft Punk’ Look at Paris Show
BTS member Jimin attended the Dior Men's Summer 2027 Collection Show on June 24, drawing attention for a ‘Soft Punk’ look. GQ and MTV highlighted how his styling connected Dior’s 18th-century inspiration with a modern edge.
Byun Jin-sub Says LP Address Led to Move One Week After Student’s Fall
Byun Jin-sub recalled how fans gathered outside his home after his address appeared in an LP liner note. He said his family moved within a week after a middle school student fell while trying to see him.
Kim Gyu-ri Receives First Customs-Cleared Chinese Chef's Knife from Lee Yeon-bok
Kim Gyu-ri shared that she received the first customs-cleared piece of chef Lee Yeon-bok's new Chinese chef's knife. The actor also noted that a signed version will be sold in limited quantities.
Girls' Generation's Yuri Weighs Future Ahead of August SM Entertainment Contract Expiration
Yuri is reviewing whether to renew with SM Entertainment after nearly 25 years with the company or move to a new agency as her acting work expands. Girls' Generation and HyoRiSoo activities are still expected to remain possible through separate arrangements.
Yoon Si-yoon says he nearly lost Bread, Love and Dreams lead role before Park Sung-woong helped him with tearful scenes
Yoon Si-yoon recalled on MBC's Radio Star how he almost lost the lead role in Bread, Love and Dreams before the director chose to trust him. He also shared how Park Sung-woong helped him overcome early struggles with tearful acting.
Mamamoo's Solar Shares a Relaxed Tainan Car Moment as 'Solaris' Heads to Five Asian Cities
Mamamoo leader Solar shared a relaxed update from Tainan as her solo tour Solaris continues across five Asian cities.
Um Hyun-kyung Shares Relaxed Life with Flower Path Walk Following MBC Drama Awards Win
Actress Um Hyun-kyung shares a peaceful update with photos of a flower path walk following her Best Actress win at the 2024 MBC Drama Awards.
Lee Yoon-ji Says Goodbye to Beginning and Laura After Final Performance
Lee Yoon-ji shared a farewell message after wrapping the play Beginning at LG Arts Center Seoul U+ Stage. She reflected on parting with Laura and her career from Nonstop 4 to Dream Palace.
BTS V Becomes Global Ambassador for HiteJinro’s JINRO After 2.6 Billion Bottles Sold
HiteJinro named BTS member V as the global ambassador for JINRO, its soju export brand. The company plans to expand global campaigns as JINRO’s cumulative sales exceed 2.6 billion bottles.
Kim Chung-jae Draws Notice With Model-Like Proportions at Global Brand Yoga Event
Product designer and broadcaster Kim Chung-jae shared photos from a global sportswear brand event. His appearance also drew renewed attention to I Live Alone, Kian84 and his public relationship with Jung Eun-chae.
Seola, the 'Return of Superman' star, shows off impressive 13-year-old growth and modeling poses
Lee Sul Ah, the third daughter of former footballer Lee Dong-gook, captures attention with her stylish growth and natural modeling poses shared by her mother, Lee Soojin.
EXO's Suho Shares Middle School Buzzcut Photo, Cyworld Fame and Old Nicknames
EXO's Suho opened up on YouTube channel Okikiㅇㅋㅋ about his school-day nicknames, Cyworld popularity and a buzzcut he gave himself in middle school. He also reflected on how embarrassing moments helped shape him.
Heo Nam-jun and ATEEZ's San Draw Attention as the New 'Northern Grand Duke' Visual Type
Heo Nam-jun and ATEEZ's San are being grouped online as a new strong visual type called the 'Northern Grand Duke.' Their intense monolid look is being contrasted with familiar flower scholar, tofu-type and Arab-type ideals.
Song Hye-kyo and Seo Kyung-duk Donate 10,000 Independence Movement Guides in Washington, D.C.
Song Hye-kyo and Professor Seo Kyung-duk donated 10,000 Korean-English guidebooks to the Old Korean Legation in Washington, D.C. The 15-year project has supported more than 40 overseas sites tied to Korea's independence movement.
Kim Yeon-ja reveals microphone habit Park Myung-soo pointed out on KBS 1TV
Kim Yeon-ja marked her 52nd debut anniversary on KBS 1TV's morning program, explaining why her microphone moves farther away as she gets excited on stage. She also shared her short sleep routine and stage-centered fitness habits.
Choi Soo-jong to Meet 50 High School Students at Free 6-Day South Jeolla Acting Camp
Actor Choi Soo-jong joins mentors for the 15th South Jeolla Acting Camp, offering 50 high school students hands-on experience in acting and film production.