2NE1’s 15th-anniversary Seoul encore concert pre-sale begins today

4711 2NE1s Seoul encore concert pre-sale begins today for 15th-anniversary tour. The shows are scheduled for 6 PM and 5 PM, respectively, over two days. In response, the encore concert has been expanded to accommodate more than three times the original audience size. With this, 2NE1 is projected to attract a total of 220,000 concertgoers through their 15th-anniversary tour. 2NE1 promises to deliver a legendary setlist spanning their 15-year career, ensuring an unforgettable experience for fans....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 102 words · Michael Sweeney

Actor Kwon Sang Woo revealed a parasite infection incident

The video showsKwon Sang Woochatting with former basketball player-turned-actorPark Kwang Jaeat a grilled intestines restaurant. I really like that." He then reminisced about an incident in 2010 while filming the drama’Big Thing’with actressGo Hyun Jung. “There were many high-quality beef shops around the filming set,“Kwon recalled. “They would serve a lot of liver and beef tripe as a service. I really enjoyed it and ate a lot.” However, things took a surprising turn when Kwon underwent a full medical check-up that year....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · Kathleen Keith

Actor Son Seok Gu shines on 'Yoo In Radio' with strong acting and fluent English

Son revealed behind-the-scenes details of working with Kim, emphasizing their strong chemistry. He explained,"‘Heavenly Ever After’is a love story of a couple in the twilight of their lives. I play the husband ofKim Hye Ja’s character, Hae Sook. “Consequently, Hae Sook decides to remain in her 80s. However, when the couple reunites in Heaven, they are shocked by each other’s appearance. While Hae Sook chooses to remain in her 80s, Nak Jun opts for his 30s....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Jasmine Morales

Another MBC staff member supports accusations that Kim Ga Young bullied Oh Yoanna and tried to harm her friendship with Jang Sung Kyu

On January 31, theYouTubechannel ‘Garo Sero Research Institute’ released a recorded phone call with an MBC insider. The insider claimed, Kim Ga Young co-hosts a morning show with Jang Sung Kyu. She knew that Oh Yoanna and Jang Sung Kyu were close since they worked out together. After finding this out, Kim Ga Young told Jang Sung Kyu, Oppa, shes a liar. She has no decency, trying to turn him against her....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 151 words · Kristen Anderson DDS

Are Survival Shows Helping or Hurting the K-Pop Industry?

241 Survival programs arent a new concept in the world of entertainment. Many former contestants end up following divergent career paths. This saturation makes it increasingly difficult for survival program alumni to maintain the momentum they gained during the show. Looking Forward: Boon or Bane? So, are survival programs helping or hurting the industry? On one side, they provide a critical launchpad for fresh talent and inject excitement into the music scene....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Connie Spencer

BABYMONSTER kicks off first world tour with strong momentum

4234 BABYMONSTERhas launched their first world tour with impressive success. This included 11,113 tickets sold on the 25th and 12,366 on the 26th. However, we cannot disclose the exact seating capacity and adjusted occupancy rate. “This suggests that YGs internal occupancy rate calculation could be higher. BABYMONSTER is a seven-member multinational girl group under YG Entertainment that debuted on April 1st, 2023. For a new group to headline at this venue so soon after debuting is considered extremely rare....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 93 words · Sean Davis

Barbie Hsu, Wife of Koo Jun Yup, passes away as speculation swirls around the cause

On January 22,Christine Fanshared a post revealing that her entire family had caught the flu. Despite this, they attended the wedding ofWang Wei Jungs daughter, Gui Ning, on January 26. On January 31,Barbie Hsuwas rushed to the hospital by ambulance. Her sudden death has left fans and netizens in deep sorrow. SEE ALSO:Koo Jun Yup visits late wife Barbie Hsus grave daily, says family friend

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 65 words · Elizabeth Ward

Bereaved family of late Oh Yoanna reveals more details of bullying

On February 3, the bereaved family member revealed more details of the bullying through theMBNprogram ‘News Fighter.’ Meanwhile, the police havelaunched an internal investigationafter receivingcomplaintsthrough the National Petition Service. SEE ALSO:A guide to everything you oughta Survive a K-Pop Concert

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 40 words · Cassandra Campos

BLACKPINK Jisoo reveals she spent the most money on gaming last year

When I rest, I just lie down. However,Jisooshared that she enjoys gaming and recently made a substantial in-game purchase. “I saw an ad for a game and decided to install it. It was so fun that I ended up spending money on it. I actually spend a lot on in-game purchases. The most money I spent last year might have been on gaming,“she confessed. Jisoofurther explained her perspective on spending money in games....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Kevin Johnson

BLACKPINK's Jisoo to embark on her first-ever solo fan meeting tour

Exact dates and further details are yet to be announced. Check out the official poster below! Is Jisoo coming to a city near you? SEE ALSO:BLACKPINK announces 2025 world tour kickoff in Goyang with historic stadium concerts

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 37 words · Kimberly Cooke

Choi Woo Shik and Jung So Min to bring romance and comedy in new drama

444 Choi Woo ShikandJung So Minhave officially been cast in the upcoming SBS drama’Would You Marry Me.' Particularly in ‘Mom’s Friend’s Son,’ she charmed audiences with a sweet romance storyline. SEE ALSO:Choi Woo Sik reveals behind-the-scenes shots capturing the warmth of spring

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 42 words · Jessica Fox

DAY6 joins Umbro as new brand ambassador for ‘Stand By Me’ campaign

284 DAY6named new brand ambassadors forUmbro, launchesStand By Mecampaign. Four-member band DAY6 has been selected as the new brand ambassador for British heritage sports brand Umbro. The campaign visually represents Umbros brand historyalongside DAY6s artistic aura through a cinematic lens. Related content can be viewed on Umbros official Instagram. SEE ALSO:DAY6 reflects on the future of tomorrow in the new trailer film for ‘Maybe Tomorrow’

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 65 words · Chelsey Farrell

EXO’s Xiumin to drop first solo album in three years this March

4111 EXOsXiuminto make solo comeback in March. Xiumin of EXO is preparing for his long-awaited solo comeback, set for March 2025. Since his debut as a soloist, Xiumin has contributed OST tracks for dramas likeMr. QueenandBoss-dol Mart, but he has not actively pursued solo promotions during this time. With this upcoming album, fans will finally see Xiumin back in full force as a solo artist. His transition to a new agency adds even more anticipation to this comeback....

February 4, 2025 · 1 min · 88 words · Aaron Ford