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Celebrity & Issues
Lee Jeong-han turns a 33-year comeback into his first solo art show
Haetbitchon’s Lee Jeong-han opens The Beautiful POP at Diamond Gallery in Haebangchon, Seoul, July 18-31, after remaking Rain on the Window.
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Hwang Jung-eum breaks down in vocal lesson as one lyric hits home
In a July 8 YouTube video, Hwang Jung-eum cries during a vocal lesson on Lim Hyun Jung’s ballad and speaks about rebuilding after divorce.
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Namkoong Min rewatches his kneeling proposal as fatherhood nears
On KBS 2TV's Problem Child in House, Namkoong Min shares his romance with Jin Ah-reum, a rejected first confession and their pregnancy news.
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Lee Eun-gyeol’s 30-year illusion dream lands at Sejong Center
Lee Eun-gyeol marks his 30th anniversary with ONE OF ONE at Sejong Center Grand Theater, running August 22 to September 6.
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WJSN's Lee Jin-sook glows in city lights before her first film lead
WJSN's Lee Jin-sook shares nighttime Downtown Seoul photos as she takes the lead role in Teaching Practice: Idiot Girls and School Ghost 2.
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Kim Namgil turns finance into a 1.4 million-view office drama
KB Kookmin Bank’s corporate finance drama starring Kim Namgil tops 1.4 million views, with Episode 2 already past 500,000.
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Kim Ho-young hits burnout when Lempicka lines refuse to land
Kim Ho-young reveals his first burnout while preparing Lempicka, the difficult dialogue that broke him down, and Choi Jung-won's advice.
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Na In-woo weighs Galaxy Corporation move as Love O'Clock films
Na In-woo’s agency says Galaxy Corporation contract meetings happened, but no deal is confirmed as he films Netflix rom-com Love O'Clock.
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IU and Ju Ji-hoon leave handprints as Blue Dragon winners gather
Ju Ji-hoon, IU, Kim Min Ha and Kian84 joined the July 7 handprinting event for Blue Dragon Series Awards winners at CGV Yongsan.
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Han Ka-ram flips from soft white knit to all-black in new profiles
KeyEast unveiled Han Ka-ram's new SNS profile photos on July 7, showing the Vigilante and Queen Woo actress in contrasting looks.
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Lee Jun-young Says “Not Yet” to Enlistment Billboard Ahead of July 21 Training Center Entry
Lee Jun-young responded wittily to a fan billboard calling him “Private Lee Jun-young” before his July 21 enlistment. The actor, who recently wrapped JTBC’s New Recruit Chairman Kang, will also appear on You Quiz on the Block before beginning service.
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Park Sung-yeon Signs Exclusive Contract with Lead Entertainment
Actor Park Sung-yeon has signed an exclusive contract with Lead Entertainment. She joins a roster that includes Han Jae-yi, Lee Sang-woon, Kim Cheol-yoon and other actors.
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IVE's Gaeul Shares Comfort Through Books: 'Don't Stay in Difficult Times'
IVE member Gaeul is connecting with fans through reading content on her YouTube channel, Gaeul's Temperature. She was also selected as a partner for the 2026 Reading Korea campaign as IVE continues its world tour.
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Go Joon Signs With Management Kkum After April Wedding, Joining Seohyun and Jeon Hye-bin
Go Joon has signed an exclusive contract with Management Kkum after marrying a non-celebrity in April. The actor joins an agency roster that includes Seohyun, Jeon Hye-bin and Park Hyo-joo.
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Byun Woo-seok Tears Up at First Fan Meeting in Two Years, Then Holds Three-Hour Hi-Bye Event
Byun Woo-seok became emotional during his Seoul fan meeting at Jamsil Indoor Stadium, his first in two years. After the show, he personally saw fans off for about three hours before continuing his Asia tour.
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Ma Dong-seok Checks In With Fans With Finger Heart After Father’s Passing
Ma Dong-seok shared a finger-heart photo on social media about a month after his father’s passing. The actor is currently filming The Roundup 5, slated for a 2027 release.
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NIK’s Ko Gun signs with Playmaker E&M, plans music and broadcast activities
Ko Gun, formerly of NIK, has signed an exclusive contract with Playmaker E&M. The agency plans to support his solo work across music, broadcasting and content.
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Bada, 46, Declares a 'Hot Girl' Summer and Answers Filter Rumors With 'Real Me'
S.E.S. singer Bada shared her summer 'Hot Girl' concept on SNS and addressed recent speculation about filters and cosmetic procedures with a direct 'Real Me' message.
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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.
Lee Jeong-han turns a 33-year comeback into his first solo art show
Haetbitchon’s Lee Jeong-han opens The Beautiful POP at Diamond Gallery in Haebangchon, Seoul, July 18-31, after remaking Rain on the Window.
Hwang Jung-eum breaks down in vocal lesson as one lyric hits home
In a July 8 YouTube video, Hwang Jung-eum cries during a vocal lesson on Lim Hyun Jung’s ballad and speaks about rebuilding after divorce.
Namkoong Min rewatches his kneeling proposal as fatherhood nears
On KBS 2TV's Problem Child in House, Namkoong Min shares his romance with Jin Ah-reum, a rejected first confession and their pregnancy news.
Lee Eun-gyeol’s 30-year illusion dream lands at Sejong Center
Lee Eun-gyeol marks his 30th anniversary with ONE OF ONE at Sejong Center Grand Theater, running August 22 to September 6.
WJSN's Lee Jin-sook glows in city lights before her first film lead
WJSN's Lee Jin-sook shares nighttime Downtown Seoul photos as she takes the lead role in Teaching Practice: Idiot Girls and School Ghost 2.
Kim Namgil turns finance into a 1.4 million-view office drama
KB Kookmin Bank’s corporate finance drama starring Kim Namgil tops 1.4 million views, with Episode 2 already past 500,000.
Kim Ho-young hits burnout when Lempicka lines refuse to land
Kim Ho-young reveals his first burnout while preparing Lempicka, the difficult dialogue that broke him down, and Choi Jung-won's advice.
Na In-woo weighs Galaxy Corporation move as Love O'Clock films
Na In-woo’s agency says Galaxy Corporation contract meetings happened, but no deal is confirmed as he films Netflix rom-com Love O'Clock.
IU and Ju Ji-hoon leave handprints as Blue Dragon winners gather
Ju Ji-hoon, IU, Kim Min Ha and Kian84 joined the July 7 handprinting event for Blue Dragon Series Awards winners at CGV Yongsan.
Han Ka-ram flips from soft white knit to all-black in new profiles
KeyEast unveiled Han Ka-ram's new SNS profile photos on July 7, showing the Vigilante and Queen Woo actress in contrasting looks.
Lee Jun-young Says “Not Yet” to Enlistment Billboard Ahead of July 21 Training Center Entry
Lee Jun-young responded wittily to a fan billboard calling him “Private Lee Jun-young” before his July 21 enlistment. The actor, who recently wrapped JTBC’s New Recruit Chairman Kang, will also appear on You Quiz on the Block before beginning service.
Park Sung-yeon Signs Exclusive Contract with Lead Entertainment
Actor Park Sung-yeon has signed an exclusive contract with Lead Entertainment. She joins a roster that includes Han Jae-yi, Lee Sang-woon, Kim Cheol-yoon and other actors.
IVE's Gaeul Shares Comfort Through Books: 'Don't Stay in Difficult Times'
IVE member Gaeul is connecting with fans through reading content on her YouTube channel, Gaeul's Temperature. She was also selected as a partner for the 2026 Reading Korea campaign as IVE continues its world tour.
Go Joon Signs With Management Kkum After April Wedding, Joining Seohyun and Jeon Hye-bin
Go Joon has signed an exclusive contract with Management Kkum after marrying a non-celebrity in April. The actor joins an agency roster that includes Seohyun, Jeon Hye-bin and Park Hyo-joo.
Byun Woo-seok Tears Up at First Fan Meeting in Two Years, Then Holds Three-Hour Hi-Bye Event
Byun Woo-seok became emotional during his Seoul fan meeting at Jamsil Indoor Stadium, his first in two years. After the show, he personally saw fans off for about three hours before continuing his Asia tour.
Ma Dong-seok Checks In With Fans With Finger Heart After Father’s Passing
Ma Dong-seok shared a finger-heart photo on social media about a month after his father’s passing. The actor is currently filming The Roundup 5, slated for a 2027 release.
NIK’s Ko Gun signs with Playmaker E&M, plans music and broadcast activities
Ko Gun, formerly of NIK, has signed an exclusive contract with Playmaker E&M. The agency plans to support his solo work across music, broadcasting and content.
Bada, 46, Declares a 'Hot Girl' Summer and Answers Filter Rumors With 'Real Me'
S.E.S. singer Bada shared her summer 'Hot Girl' concept on SNS and addressed recent speculation about filters and cosmetic procedures with a direct 'Real Me' message.
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.