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Uhm Jung-hwa Shares Family Vacation for Mother’s Birthday Ahead of Okay Madam 2 Release
Uhm Jung-hwa shared photos from a family trip for her mother’s belated birthday. Her starring film Okay Madam 2 is set to open on August 12 with Park Sung-woong, Lee Sang-yoon, Ryeoun and Choi Soo-young joining the cast.
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Baek Ji-young Opens Up About GEM, a 3-4 Year Effort to Protect Fellow Entertainers' Mental Health
Baek Ji-young discussed GEM on YTN Radio's Wise Radio Life, explaining how repeated meetings at colleagues' funerals led her to act as a Gatekeeper. She also spoke firmly about legal punishment for malicious comments.
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DAWN Says He May Try Retirement Within Five Years on Salon Drip
DAWN said on TEO's Salon Drip that he is considering whether to leave the entertainment industry within five years if a new dream emerges. He also discussed his stage name and his ENA variety show connection with NCT 127's Johnny.
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The name BMK chose outside the stage... Teacher Kim Hyeon-jeong's two years at a school for the blind
Singer BMK (Kim Hyeon-jeong) is teaching music to visually impaired students at the National Seoul School for the Blind, sharing comfort through song.
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Byeon Woo-seok to Present Trophy at KMA 2026 Amid Filming and Fan Meeting Schedule
Byeon Woo-seok will appear as a presenter at KMA 2026 on July 25 at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. Kang Tae-oh and Won Ji-an will host the ceremony, with TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ZEROBASEONE and more in the lineup.
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Kim Ji-soo Starts New Chapter as Prague Travel Agency CEO, Personally Leading Tours
Actress Kim Ji-soo establishes 'Ji-soo in Prague' in Czech Republic and begins personally leading tours after relocating to Europe.
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Seo Beom-june Throws Ceremonial First Pitch for Doosan Bears Baseball Day at Jamsil
Actor Seo Beom-june delivered a message of sharing at Jamsil Baseball Stadium during the 2026 Babo Nanum X Doosan Bears Baseball Day. The event invited 200 people, including migrants, support activists and young people with developmental disabilities.
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Na Mi-ae Marries Composer Kim In-hyo After Wearing First Wedding Dress at 61
Singer Na Mi-ae revealed on KBS 1TV's Achim Madang that she married composer Kim In-hyo on September 20, 2025. She called her husband, who helped care for her mother with dementia, a gift from heaven.
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Kang So-ra Returns to Sajik Mound After 14 Years to Throw First Pitch in Red Lotte Uniform
Actress Kang So-ra returned to Busan Sajik Baseball Stadium to throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants against the LG Twins, wearing the team's red uniform.
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Kim Won-hoon Jokes About Business Class as Jung Jae-hyung Gets Seat 55A
Kim Won-hoon ran into Jung Jae-hyung at the airport before flying to Japan for a Choo Sung-hoon YouTube shoot. The pair joked about photo requests, business class and Jung's seat 55A.
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T.O.P and Lee Hyori's Kiss Performance Explained, With Taemin and Kim Hee-chul Updates
SBS E!'s K-STAR news revisited memorable idol kiss scenes and confessions, from BIGBANG's T.O.P and Lee Hyori to SHINee's Taemin. Super Junior's Kim Hee-chul also shared reflections on his 20th debut anniversary.
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NCT's Jaehyun Clarifies Vacation Photo Dating Rumors: 'My dearest cousin'
NCT member Jaehyun personally addressed speculation over a woman seen in his vacation photos, explaining that she is his close cousin and not a romantic partner.
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Kim Ki-hae Discharged from Navy, Plans Acting Return After The Witch and Duty After School
Actor Kim Ki-hae completed his active-duty Navy service on June 27, 2026. Known for The Witch: Part 2. The Other One and Duty After School, he thanked fans and said he will return with strong projects.
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Choi Kang Hee's First Love: Falling in Love in Busan but Losing Him to a Language Barrier
Actress Choi Kang Hee shares a humorous anecdote about falling in love at first sight in Busan, only to be thwarted by a language barrier involving Korean taffy.
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Jang Ki-ha and Yoon Ga-i Confirm Two-Year Relationship After SNL Korea Connection
Singer Jang Ki-ha and actor Yoon Ga-i have confirmed they are dating after first meeting on Coupang Play's SNL Korea Season 4. The couple, who have an 18-year age gap, reportedly grew close through shared interests in music and film.
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Yang Se-hyung Scores 91 to Earn Level 1 on Korean History Proficiency Test
Comedian Yang Se-hyung earned Level 1 on the Advanced Korean History Proficiency Test after two months of study. His 91-point result was revealed on MBC’s Where Is My Home.
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Choi Soo-jong’s 39-Year Rule: Arriving on Set an Hour Before Filming
Choi Soo-jong is drawing renewed attention for the discipline and preparation he has maintained throughout his 39-year acting career, from arriving early on set to memorizing scripts.
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Seo Hyo-rim to Carry on Late Kim Soo Mi's Kimchi Legacy: "I will do well, Mom"
Actress Seo Hyo-rim shares her determination to continue the kimchi business established by her mother-in-law, the late Kim Soo Mi.
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Hong Seok-cheon Reflects on Anti-LGBTQ+ Protests at Seoul Queer Culture Festival
Hong Seok-cheon shared his frustration after seeing anti-homosexuality banners and conservative Christian counter-protests at the 24th Seoul Queer Culture Festival, held in a 34-degree heatwave in Euljiro.
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Yang Sang-guk Wins Hyundai N Festival N1(C) Class in First Promoted Season
Comedian Yang Sang-guk won the Hyundai N Festival N1(C) class in his first season after promotion. His racing challenge and the Korea International Circuit scenes will be featured on MBC's The Manager episode 400.
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Young Tak wins final Supreme Court ruling over 'Young Tak Makgeolli' trademark dispute
Young Tak has won a final Supreme Court of Korea ruling in his trademark dispute with makgeolli maker Yecheon Brewery. The ruling bars use of the 'Young Tak' name on makgeolli products, packaging and ads.
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Choi Kwang-je Welcomes First Son After 5 Years of Marriage
Actor Choi Kwang-je announced that his son, known by the prenatal nickname Tteun-geum-i, was born on June 23. He thanked his wife So-hee and shared his first message as a new father.
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Hwang Jung-eum Says on Solo-raseo Premiere She Won't Remarry and Only Wants Casual Dating
Hwang Jung-eum spoke frankly on SBS Plus's Solo-raseo about remarriage, dating after divorce and her brief relationship rumors with Kim Jong-kyu. She also reflected on her marriage to Lee Young-don and shared advice on choosing a spouse.
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KHS Agency Expands Global IP Business With Lee Young-ae and Hwang Jung-eum
KHS Agency is expanding its global business and Intellectual Property management model ahead of its first anniversary. Its client lineup spans stars including Lee Young-ae and Hwang Jung-eum, creators, and expert public figures.
Uhm Jung-hwa Shares Family Vacation for Mother’s Birthday Ahead of Okay Madam 2 Release
Uhm Jung-hwa shared photos from a family trip for her mother’s belated birthday. Her starring film Okay Madam 2 is set to open on August 12 with Park Sung-woong, Lee Sang-yoon, Ryeoun and Choi Soo-young joining the cast.
Baek Ji-young Opens Up About GEM, a 3-4 Year Effort to Protect Fellow Entertainers' Mental Health
Baek Ji-young discussed GEM on YTN Radio's Wise Radio Life, explaining how repeated meetings at colleagues' funerals led her to act as a Gatekeeper. She also spoke firmly about legal punishment for malicious comments.
DAWN Says He May Try Retirement Within Five Years on Salon Drip
DAWN said on TEO's Salon Drip that he is considering whether to leave the entertainment industry within five years if a new dream emerges. He also discussed his stage name and his ENA variety show connection with NCT 127's Johnny.
The name BMK chose outside the stage... Teacher Kim Hyeon-jeong's two years at a school for the blind
Singer BMK (Kim Hyeon-jeong) is teaching music to visually impaired students at the National Seoul School for the Blind, sharing comfort through song.
Byeon Woo-seok to Present Trophy at KMA 2026 Amid Filming and Fan Meeting Schedule
Byeon Woo-seok will appear as a presenter at KMA 2026 on July 25 at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. Kang Tae-oh and Won Ji-an will host the ceremony, with TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ZEROBASEONE and more in the lineup.
Kim Ji-soo Starts New Chapter as Prague Travel Agency CEO, Personally Leading Tours
Actress Kim Ji-soo establishes 'Ji-soo in Prague' in Czech Republic and begins personally leading tours after relocating to Europe.
Seo Beom-june Throws Ceremonial First Pitch for Doosan Bears Baseball Day at Jamsil
Actor Seo Beom-june delivered a message of sharing at Jamsil Baseball Stadium during the 2026 Babo Nanum X Doosan Bears Baseball Day. The event invited 200 people, including migrants, support activists and young people with developmental disabilities.
Na Mi-ae Marries Composer Kim In-hyo After Wearing First Wedding Dress at 61
Singer Na Mi-ae revealed on KBS 1TV's Achim Madang that she married composer Kim In-hyo on September 20, 2025. She called her husband, who helped care for her mother with dementia, a gift from heaven.
Kang So-ra Returns to Sajik Mound After 14 Years to Throw First Pitch in Red Lotte Uniform
Actress Kang So-ra returned to Busan Sajik Baseball Stadium to throw the first pitch for the Lotte Giants against the LG Twins, wearing the team's red uniform.
Kim Won-hoon Jokes About Business Class as Jung Jae-hyung Gets Seat 55A
Kim Won-hoon ran into Jung Jae-hyung at the airport before flying to Japan for a Choo Sung-hoon YouTube shoot. The pair joked about photo requests, business class and Jung's seat 55A.
T.O.P and Lee Hyori's Kiss Performance Explained, With Taemin and Kim Hee-chul Updates
SBS E!'s K-STAR news revisited memorable idol kiss scenes and confessions, from BIGBANG's T.O.P and Lee Hyori to SHINee's Taemin. Super Junior's Kim Hee-chul also shared reflections on his 20th debut anniversary.
NCT's Jaehyun Clarifies Vacation Photo Dating Rumors: 'My dearest cousin'
NCT member Jaehyun personally addressed speculation over a woman seen in his vacation photos, explaining that she is his close cousin and not a romantic partner.
Kim Ki-hae Discharged from Navy, Plans Acting Return After The Witch and Duty After School
Actor Kim Ki-hae completed his active-duty Navy service on June 27, 2026. Known for The Witch: Part 2. The Other One and Duty After School, he thanked fans and said he will return with strong projects.
Choi Kang Hee's First Love: Falling in Love in Busan but Losing Him to a Language Barrier
Actress Choi Kang Hee shares a humorous anecdote about falling in love at first sight in Busan, only to be thwarted by a language barrier involving Korean taffy.
Jang Ki-ha and Yoon Ga-i Confirm Two-Year Relationship After SNL Korea Connection
Singer Jang Ki-ha and actor Yoon Ga-i have confirmed they are dating after first meeting on Coupang Play's SNL Korea Season 4. The couple, who have an 18-year age gap, reportedly grew close through shared interests in music and film.
Yang Se-hyung Scores 91 to Earn Level 1 on Korean History Proficiency Test
Comedian Yang Se-hyung earned Level 1 on the Advanced Korean History Proficiency Test after two months of study. His 91-point result was revealed on MBC’s Where Is My Home.
Choi Soo-jong’s 39-Year Rule: Arriving on Set an Hour Before Filming
Choi Soo-jong is drawing renewed attention for the discipline and preparation he has maintained throughout his 39-year acting career, from arriving early on set to memorizing scripts.
Seo Hyo-rim to Carry on Late Kim Soo Mi's Kimchi Legacy: "I will do well, Mom"
Actress Seo Hyo-rim shares her determination to continue the kimchi business established by her mother-in-law, the late Kim Soo Mi.
Hong Seok-cheon Reflects on Anti-LGBTQ+ Protests at Seoul Queer Culture Festival
Hong Seok-cheon shared his frustration after seeing anti-homosexuality banners and conservative Christian counter-protests at the 24th Seoul Queer Culture Festival, held in a 34-degree heatwave in Euljiro.
Yang Sang-guk Wins Hyundai N Festival N1(C) Class in First Promoted Season
Comedian Yang Sang-guk won the Hyundai N Festival N1(C) class in his first season after promotion. His racing challenge and the Korea International Circuit scenes will be featured on MBC's The Manager episode 400.
Young Tak wins final Supreme Court ruling over 'Young Tak Makgeolli' trademark dispute
Young Tak has won a final Supreme Court of Korea ruling in his trademark dispute with makgeolli maker Yecheon Brewery. The ruling bars use of the 'Young Tak' name on makgeolli products, packaging and ads.
Choi Kwang-je Welcomes First Son After 5 Years of Marriage
Actor Choi Kwang-je announced that his son, known by the prenatal nickname Tteun-geum-i, was born on June 23. He thanked his wife So-hee and shared his first message as a new father.
Hwang Jung-eum Says on Solo-raseo Premiere She Won't Remarry and Only Wants Casual Dating
Hwang Jung-eum spoke frankly on SBS Plus's Solo-raseo about remarriage, dating after divorce and her brief relationship rumors with Kim Jong-kyu. She also reflected on her marriage to Lee Young-don and shared advice on choosing a spouse.
KHS Agency Expands Global IP Business With Lee Young-ae and Hwang Jung-eum
KHS Agency is expanding its global business and Intellectual Property management model ahead of its first anniversary. Its client lineup spans stars including Lee Young-ae and Hwang Jung-eum, creators, and expert public figures.