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K-Pop
RYEOWOOK Makes Comeback After 2 Years and 6 Months with Bleached Visuals for 'Runaway' to Celebrate 10th Solo Anniversary
Super Junior's RYEOWOOK celebrates his 10th solo anniversary with the new single 'Runaway,' featuring a fresh bleached look and a summer pop-rock sound.
Variety & TV
Shin Hyun-joon and Wife Meet a Hungry 10-Year-Old and a Young Breadwinner at a Burundi Refugee Camp
On KBS 1TV, Shin Hyun-joon and Kim Kyung-mi visit Burundi to meet Congo refugees facing hunger, displacement and exhausted aid resources.
Variety & TV
Hwang Je-sung Shouts “I Like You” to Fukushima Yoshinari in KBS Joy Game
KBS Joy’s “Shut Up Korea-Japan Match” episode 4 features Hwang Je-sung’s surprise confession to Fukushima Yoshinari during a stick snack game. The episode also highlights Lee Soo-geun, Wes-P, Hitomi and a Korea-Japan culture battle.
Celebrity & Issues
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.
Global K-Wave
Kim Hee-ae and Cha Seung-won's 'Bonjour Bakery' Ends Warmly, Tops Viki Southeast Asia for 5 Weeks
Coupang Play's 'Bonjour Bakery' ended with a village party and heartfelt farewells from Kim Hee-ae, Cha Seung-won, Kim Seon-ho and the cast. The show also ranked No. 1 on Rakuten Viki in Southeast Asia for five consecutive weeks and entered the Top 10 in 127 countries.
Celebrity & Issues
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.
Variety & TV
Park Seo-jin Starts Mountain Diet in Yeongwol, Water-Skiing Scene Sends Mr. House Husband to 7.1%
Park Seo-jin began a weight-loss challenge with Hyojung in remote Yeongwol, Gangwon-do after discovering he weighed more than his sister. The KBS 2TV show reached 7.1% during the siblings' Flyfish scene.
Global K-Wave
NEXZ expands global reach from Japan arena tour to Brazil with new EP 'Hellmate'
Following their successful first Japanese arena tour, NEXZ continues global activities with their third Japanese EP 'Hellmate' and upcoming appearances at Rock in Rio and STRAYCITY.
Variety & TV
Kim Yeon-koung's Rookie Coach Wins Baeksang Award as Suwon City Hall Claims Futures Title
MBC's Rookie Coach Kim Yeon-koung won Best Variety Program at the Baeksang Arts Awards. Suwon City Hall, featuring many cast members, also beat Hyundai E&C to win the Futures championship.
Celebrity & Issues
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.
Celebrity & Issues
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.
K-Pop
Hwang Chi-yeul to Release First Summer Album I LOVE SUMMER on June 26, Concert Set for July
Hwang Chi-yeul will release his first summer-themed album, I LOVE SUMMER, on June 26. He will also meet fans at a solo concert at Seoul's Nodeul Island Live House on July 4.
Celebrity & Issues
Lee Seong-mi Opens Up About 46-Year Friendship With Yang Hui-eun
Lee Seong-mi shared her affection for longtime friend Yang Hui-eun, recalling a first home-cooked meal and saying she hopes Yang does not leave before her. The article also covers Lee's care for colleagues and Yang's memories of her mother.
Global K-Wave
Choi Yena’s ‘Catch Catch’ Hits 5.78 Million Spotify Listeners and Tops Bilibili Views
Choi Yena’s title track ‘Catch Catch’ is gaining global traction with about 5.78 million monthly listeners on Spotify, 6.79 million Bilibili views and major Douyin challenge traffic. Her encore concerts will be held on August 22 and 23 at Jangchung Arena in Seoul.
Variety & TV
Shim Jae-won Seeks Yang Sang-guk's Grade 6 Club Despite 200 Million Won Income
Actor Shim Jae-won appeared on TV Chosun's Lovers of Joseon as an applicant for Yang Sang-guk's Grade 6 Club. The broadcast highlighted his family tie to Shim Hye-jin, his income, and his worries about meeting people before marriage.
Variety & TV
Yuk Jun-seo and Shohei Set for 150m Sea Survival Swim Rematch on Survival King 2
Yuk Jun-seo and Shohei face another water showdown in episode 5 of TV CHOSUN's Survival King 2. The 150m survival swim puts a flag and two lobsters at stake amid rough currents.
Global K-Wave
Ji Chang-wook’s ‘Kumusta’ Tops Viu Philippines for Three Straight Weeks
Ji Chang-wook’s Philippine reality show ‘Kumusta’ has ranked No. 1 on Viu Philippines for three consecutive weeks. The series follows Korean and Filipino cast members running a Filipino pop-up restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul.
Celebrity & Issues
Lim Sung-min Opens Up About Financial Hardship After Leaving KBS
Former KBS announcer and actress Lim Sung-min said she struggled to pay health insurance and national pension contributions after going freelance. She appeared with Kim Byung-chan, Kim Hyun-wook and Kim Sun-geun on Jjanhan Hyung Shin Dong-yup EP.150.
Global K-Wave
Lee Juck to Hold Solo US Concert in California Around Chuseok
Following sold-out shows at Sejong Center and with PANIC, Lee Juck will perform his 'Lee Juck US Live Concert' in Temecula, California on September 26, 2026.
K-Pop
Why Mark and Taeyong's Photo Moved Fans... A 10-Year Bond Amidst NCT Changes
Fans react to a photo of Mark and Taeyong following the conclusion of Mark's activities with NCT 127 and NCT DREAM, highlighting their decade-long bond.
Variety & TV
Han Garak Links His Altoran Appearance to Garak Market Memories and Back-Rib Soup
Trot singer Han Garak appeared on MBN's Altoran with Seo Hee-cheol and Lee Dae-hwan, sharing the story behind his stage name and his Garak Market days. The episode also featured his back-rib soup made with homemade ginger syrup.
K-Pop
XLOV's Genderless Stage Becomes Clearer with 'I,God'... Wumuti Speaks of a "Window"
XLOV clarifies their genderless identity through the 2nd mini album 'I,God' and title track 'SERVE', moving beyond mere buzz to artistic expression.
Celebrity & Issues
Jung Sang-hoon Turns Shaman Comment Into Laughter With Quick Wit
Actor Jung Sang-hoon deflected an unexpected shaman comment with humor, showing the quick reactions familiar from SNL Korea. The moment highlighted his long-honed comic timing beyond the "7.4 billion won building owner" label.
Variety & TV
ILLIT Reveals First Dorm Look on MBC, From Wonhee’s 100 Rabbit Figures to the ‘It’s Me’ Challenge
ILLIT will show its dorm life for the first time on MBC’s The Manager. The episode highlights Wonhee’s room filled with rabbit figures, Minju’s gaming side and behind-the-scenes footage from the ‘It’s Me’ challenge with Boom.
RYEOWOOK Makes Comeback After 2 Years and 6 Months with Bleached Visuals for 'Runaway' to Celebrate 10th Solo Anniversary
Super Junior's RYEOWOOK celebrates his 10th solo anniversary with the new single 'Runaway,' featuring a fresh bleached look and a summer pop-rock sound.
Shin Hyun-joon and Wife Meet a Hungry 10-Year-Old and a Young Breadwinner at a Burundi Refugee Camp
On KBS 1TV, Shin Hyun-joon and Kim Kyung-mi visit Burundi to meet Congo refugees facing hunger, displacement and exhausted aid resources.
Hwang Je-sung Shouts “I Like You” to Fukushima Yoshinari in KBS Joy Game
KBS Joy’s “Shut Up Korea-Japan Match” episode 4 features Hwang Je-sung’s surprise confession to Fukushima Yoshinari during a stick snack game. The episode also highlights Lee Soo-geun, Wes-P, Hitomi and a Korea-Japan culture battle.
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 Hee-ae and Cha Seung-won's 'Bonjour Bakery' Ends Warmly, Tops Viki Southeast Asia for 5 Weeks
Coupang Play's 'Bonjour Bakery' ended with a village party and heartfelt farewells from Kim Hee-ae, Cha Seung-won, Kim Seon-ho and the cast. The show also ranked No. 1 on Rakuten Viki in Southeast Asia for five consecutive weeks and entered the Top 10 in 127 countries.
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.
Park Seo-jin Starts Mountain Diet in Yeongwol, Water-Skiing Scene Sends Mr. House Husband to 7.1%
Park Seo-jin began a weight-loss challenge with Hyojung in remote Yeongwol, Gangwon-do after discovering he weighed more than his sister. The KBS 2TV show reached 7.1% during the siblings' Flyfish scene.
NEXZ expands global reach from Japan arena tour to Brazil with new EP 'Hellmate'
Following their successful first Japanese arena tour, NEXZ continues global activities with their third Japanese EP 'Hellmate' and upcoming appearances at Rock in Rio and STRAYCITY.
Kim Yeon-koung's Rookie Coach Wins Baeksang Award as Suwon City Hall Claims Futures Title
MBC's Rookie Coach Kim Yeon-koung won Best Variety Program at the Baeksang Arts Awards. Suwon City Hall, featuring many cast members, also beat Hyundai E&C to win the Futures championship.
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.
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.
Hwang Chi-yeul to Release First Summer Album I LOVE SUMMER on June 26, Concert Set for July
Hwang Chi-yeul will release his first summer-themed album, I LOVE SUMMER, on June 26. He will also meet fans at a solo concert at Seoul's Nodeul Island Live House on July 4.
Lee Seong-mi Opens Up About 46-Year Friendship With Yang Hui-eun
Lee Seong-mi shared her affection for longtime friend Yang Hui-eun, recalling a first home-cooked meal and saying she hopes Yang does not leave before her. The article also covers Lee's care for colleagues and Yang's memories of her mother.
Choi Yena’s ‘Catch Catch’ Hits 5.78 Million Spotify Listeners and Tops Bilibili Views
Choi Yena’s title track ‘Catch Catch’ is gaining global traction with about 5.78 million monthly listeners on Spotify, 6.79 million Bilibili views and major Douyin challenge traffic. Her encore concerts will be held on August 22 and 23 at Jangchung Arena in Seoul.
Shim Jae-won Seeks Yang Sang-guk's Grade 6 Club Despite 200 Million Won Income
Actor Shim Jae-won appeared on TV Chosun's Lovers of Joseon as an applicant for Yang Sang-guk's Grade 6 Club. The broadcast highlighted his family tie to Shim Hye-jin, his income, and his worries about meeting people before marriage.
Yuk Jun-seo and Shohei Set for 150m Sea Survival Swim Rematch on Survival King 2
Yuk Jun-seo and Shohei face another water showdown in episode 5 of TV CHOSUN's Survival King 2. The 150m survival swim puts a flag and two lobsters at stake amid rough currents.
Ji Chang-wook’s ‘Kumusta’ Tops Viu Philippines for Three Straight Weeks
Ji Chang-wook’s Philippine reality show ‘Kumusta’ has ranked No. 1 on Viu Philippines for three consecutive weeks. The series follows Korean and Filipino cast members running a Filipino pop-up restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul.
Lim Sung-min Opens Up About Financial Hardship After Leaving KBS
Former KBS announcer and actress Lim Sung-min said she struggled to pay health insurance and national pension contributions after going freelance. She appeared with Kim Byung-chan, Kim Hyun-wook and Kim Sun-geun on Jjanhan Hyung Shin Dong-yup EP.150.
Lee Juck to Hold Solo US Concert in California Around Chuseok
Following sold-out shows at Sejong Center and with PANIC, Lee Juck will perform his 'Lee Juck US Live Concert' in Temecula, California on September 26, 2026.
Why Mark and Taeyong's Photo Moved Fans... A 10-Year Bond Amidst NCT Changes
Fans react to a photo of Mark and Taeyong following the conclusion of Mark's activities with NCT 127 and NCT DREAM, highlighting their decade-long bond.
Han Garak Links His Altoran Appearance to Garak Market Memories and Back-Rib Soup
Trot singer Han Garak appeared on MBN's Altoran with Seo Hee-cheol and Lee Dae-hwan, sharing the story behind his stage name and his Garak Market days. The episode also featured his back-rib soup made with homemade ginger syrup.
XLOV's Genderless Stage Becomes Clearer with 'I,God'... Wumuti Speaks of a "Window"
XLOV clarifies their genderless identity through the 2nd mini album 'I,God' and title track 'SERVE', moving beyond mere buzz to artistic expression.
Jung Sang-hoon Turns Shaman Comment Into Laughter With Quick Wit
Actor Jung Sang-hoon deflected an unexpected shaman comment with humor, showing the quick reactions familiar from SNL Korea. The moment highlighted his long-honed comic timing beyond the "7.4 billion won building owner" label.
ILLIT Reveals First Dorm Look on MBC, From Wonhee’s 100 Rabbit Figures to the ‘It’s Me’ Challenge
ILLIT will show its dorm life for the first time on MBC’s The Manager. The episode highlights Wonhee’s room filled with rabbit figures, Minju’s gaming side and behind-the-scenes footage from the ‘It’s Me’ challenge with Boom.