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The show saw its first-ever contestant to score a perfect mark.

On the October 12 broadcast of SBS's "The Ballad of Us Season 2" (hereinafter "The Ballad of Us 2"), 15-year-old Park Ye-seung, who moved to Seoul in pursuit of her dreams and has been living on her own for six months, took the stage.

On this day, Park Ye-seung drew attention by choosing Maya's "Shout Myself." Explaining her reason for selecting the song, she shared, "The lyrics that say to keep looking straight ahead and run down my own path gave me the courage to work even harder and do well. Coming to Seoul was my own choice, so I want to sing with the desire to repay my parents' faith in me."

Park Ye-seung's performance overwhelmed everyone. Her explosive vocal power and stable high notes led many people to give a standing ovation.

Exclamations poured out from all around: "A championship contender is here. It's a win, a clear win. She is first place." When asked if Park Ye-seung was a contender to win, Joo Woo-jae cheered, "The only one."

Chun Hyun-moo also sympathized with her empty refrigerator resulting from living alone, saying, "Ye-seung, what is your home address? I will fill your fridge for you."

Moon Geun-young and Park Kyung-lim also showed their support for Ye-seung, saying, "We can even clean for you. Just say the word."

The Top 100 Ears representatives could not easily calm their excitement at the emergence of a powerhouse vocalist representing Season 2. Cha Tae-hyun, who previously struggled to understand her living alone after moving to Seoul for her dream, gave a thumbs-up, saying, "Study abroad approved. With this level of skill, her parents have to surrender. At this level, living alone is approved."

Joo Woo-jae marveled, "Her foot tapping was like that of a legendary rocker. I don't know much, but it feels like Ye-seung was born to sing well." Roy Kim also praised her, saying, "It has been a long time since I've heard such clean, unembellished power vocals."

Jung Jae-hyung offered high praise, saying, "She appeared just when people were getting tired. I didn't have high expectations, but this stage was like a wake-up call for me."

He continued, "Such a young girl came all the way to Seoul from Daegu, and I am grateful for her passion to pursue music despite her parents' opposition. It was a performance that shattered prejudices and gave me strength. During the final chorus, tears were streaming down my face. It seems a passion for music can suddenly bring someone to tears."

Park Ye-seung's performance, which had everyone wondering how many votes she would receive, surprised everyone once again by earning a perfect score of 150 out of 150 votes.

Facing the show's first-ever contestant to receive a perfect score, Cha Tae-hyun confessed, "To be honest, while listening, I didn't press my button until the very end. I held back until the end and pressed it because I hoped that if it was going to be a perfect score, I would be the last one." It drew attention when it was revealed that Cha Tae-hyun was indeed the last person to press the button.

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Park Dae-hee captured the hearts of the Top 100 Ears.

On the October 12 broadcast of SBS's "The Ballad of Us Season 2" (hereafter "The Ballad of Us 2"), 20-year-old Park Dae-hee, who is pursuing his 13th dream, made an appearance.

During the broadcast, Park Dae-hee shared that after pursuing various dreams, his 13th dream became wanting to make music that remains in people's memories.

He continued, "Once I gave it a try, it was so much fun, and I felt that I couldn't live without music. So right now, I'm earning money by giving lessons teaching guitar chords to elementary school students at an academy, and I'm happy because I feel like I'm taking one step closer to my dream."

That day, he selected Asoto Union's "Think About' Chu"—the song that sparked his dream of becoming a singer-songwriter—delivering a performance that exceeded the expectations of the Top 100 Ears.

Prior to his stage, a Top 100 Ears representative urged the panel, who were already captivated by him, "Listen to the song before pressing. The button is not a drum."

However, even the Top 100 Ears representatives who said that pressed their buttons as if bewitched, and the room was filled with cheers as soon as the performance ended. Chun Hyun-moo particularly caught attention by revealing his fan affection, shouting, "I love you, I said I love you!"

The male Top 100 Ears representatives also drew laughter by expressing playful jealousy toward Park Dae-hee, who boasts both tall height and handsome looks.

Furthermore, Roy Kim shared his own past experience, remarking, "There is also a part of me that feels concerned about Dae-hee's future. When you first debut and your looks appeal to the public before your singing ability or skills, it requires a tremendous amount of time and effort to break through that perception."

To this, Jung Seung-hwan joked, "It really is hard. There are truly so many difficult things. It's going to be no easy journey," prompting laughter.

Moon Geun-young also praised Park Dae-hee, commenting, "His voice is completely my style, and I'd love to hear him sing a passionate ballad as well."

She candidly added, "Behind that soft and sweet voice, a solid yet raspy metallic tone breaks through, and I think it would be fantastic to hear a passionate ballad delivered in that voice." When the other Top 100 Ears representatives reacted by saying, "We had no idea Moon Geun-young was this proactive," she responded, "I am a proactive woman," sparking bursts of laughter.

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The "Top 100 Ears" panel cheered on Kim Su-a's dream.

On the October 12 broadcast of SBS's "The Ballad of Us Season 2" (hereafter "The Ballad of Us 2"), 19-year-old Kim Su-a, who nurtured her dream at a youth shelter, took the stage.

On this day, tears were shed across the room as Kim Su-a performed Jaurim's "Over the Rainbow."

Kim Su-a, who shared that she lives in a youth shelter separated from her father due to difficult circumstances, was asked what was on her mind while singing. She replied, "I thought a bit about the past, and I sang while thinking of the cloud shapes floating in the sky and my friends at the shelter."

In response, Cha Tae-hyun said, "To be honest, before she sang, when Su-a was talking, she seemed awkward and timid, so I was worried. But I'm so grateful that she showed a completely different side from the very first line."

He added, "It made me realize that music has really been Su-a's best friend. Going forward, I hope she won't be discouraged and will sing with even more confidence."

Jung Jae-hyung also cheered on Kim Su-a's dream, saying, "Music is about sharing one's own story with someone, and that courage is remarkable. Thank you for sharing your story, which could have been a difficult one to tell." He continued, "Seeing you take steps forward one by one toward your dream makes me feel thankful and so proud as an adult."

Moon Geun-young expressed her sincere thoughts, saying, "Throughout the performance, I felt such a strong desire to ask, 'Su-a, how was your day? Will you tell me?' I will be looking forward to your next performance."

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Cha Tae-hyun shared his honest thoughts following Jeon Yi-soo's performance.

On the October 12 broadcast of SBS's "The Ballad of Us Season 2" (hereafter "The Ballad of Us 2"), the round one competition of contestants continued from the previous week.

A contestant who surprised everyone caught attention during the broadcast. That person was none other than gifted children's book author Jeon Yi-soo.

Having become widely recognized through his previous appearance on SBS's "Finding Genius," Jeon Yi-soo's entrance left everyone unable to hide their astonishment.

Introducing himself as a painter, author, and Jeju boy who loves music, Jeon Yi-soo said, "I believe that if you can convey your sincerity and the beauty of a song through singing, that is what singing well truly means."

He then selected Patti Kim's "You, My Friend," sharing that the friends mentioned in the song are his younger siblings to him, calling them "the greatest and most precious gifts mom gave me."

Following Jeon Yi-soo's stage, which defied everyone's expectations, Jung Jae-hyung spoke candidly: "To be honest, I didn't expect much. I didn't expect to like the music that Jeon Yi-soo likes."

He continued, "Yet isn't this what music was originally meant to be? It was raw and unrefined. By the time the song ended, I even found myself wondering if I could listen just a little bit longer. I think we all fell under that magic."

He added that while listening to his singing, "I felt like I was standing in the middle of an open field. It gave off a different feeling from any competitor I have experienced so far, which made me want to see a bit more."

Cha Tae-hyun, who had already known of Jeon Yi-soo beforehand, then opened up, saying, "Honestly, I was hoping that the lights wouldn't turn on. Because I wanted many people to see Yi-soo's music just for this moment."

Expressing concern that Yi-soo might be harmed in this environment, he continued, "Is it right for Yi-soo to go to the next round and face that competition? Yi-soo honestly seems like someone living in a different world from ours, so what does he gain by competing here of all places?"

He then shared his heartfelt advice: "On the other hand, I also thought it would be wonderful if other friends could encounter a different world through Yi-soo. Even if you hear negative things, please don't listen to them and just do whatever you want to do."

Joo Woo-jae drew attention by responding, "Looking at the jeans, boots, and shirt pattern he is wearing right now, though, he doesn't seem completely detached from the secular world. In fact, it is a very trendy outfit right now. It made me think that he might navigate this competition flexibly and well."

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Director Bong Joon-ho's first feature-length animated film, "Ally," has locked in its theatrical release for July next year in South Korea. In France, the film is set to open in theaters on July 14 next year.

"Ally" follows the story of deep-sea creatures living in an ocean canyon who grow curious about the world of humans.

Ally, a young piglet squid who dreams of seeing the sun in person and appearing on television, suddenly faces danger alongside her friends when an unidentified aircraft crashes into the sea. Swept into an unexpected grand adventure, they embark on a journey toward the world above the surface. "Ally" is set to deliver breathtaking visuals, thrilling action, delightful humor, and heartfelt emotion.

Marking Director Bong Joon-ho's first venture into feature animation, "Ally" is a global project featuring top-tier creators from 12 countries, including South Korea, France, and the United Kingdom. Director Jason Yu of "Sleep" joined the production as a co-writer. The international voice cast features global stars including Alex Jayne Go, Emmy Award winner Ayo Edebiri, Academy Award nominee Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Finn Wolfhard, and Rachel House, alongside Oscar-nominated filmmaker Werner Herzog.

In addition, Jae Hyung Kim, who worked on "Toy Story 4" and "Inside Out," serves as animation supervisor, while Marcin Jakubowski of the Netflix animated film "Klaus" serves as production designer. David Lipman of "Shrek" and "Shrek 2" also joined the production team. Furthermore, global visual effects studio DNEG, renowned for its work on "Inception" and "Dune" as well as its world-class 3D animation expertise, took part to elevate the film's visual craftsmanship.

"Ally" will roll out theatrical releases across the world in collaboration with leading regional partners. In South Korea, investment and distribution are led by CJ ENM alongside the Penture K-Content Fund operated by Penture Invest. CJ ENM and Penture Invest will oversee distribution in South Korea, Vietnam, Turkey, and Indonesia.

Major French studio Pathé Films, one of the oldest film companies in the world, boarded "Ally" as a co-investor and distributor, handling releases across France, Benelux, Switzerland, and West Africa. In the United States, distribution will be handled by NEON, which has introduced globAlly celebrated titles to North American audiences, including Director Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite," Cannes Palme d'Or winners, and Academy Award Best Picture recipients. 

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The film "The Odyssey" has claimed the all-time No. 1 spot in gross box office revenue among foreign films released in South Korea.

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network for movie theater tickets, "The Odyssey" recorded a cumulative gross of 138,703,681,060 won as of October 10. Based on official box office statistics in Korea, this ranks as the highest revenue ever achieved by a foreign film.

This milestone surpasses the previous record set by "Avatar: The Way of Water" (approximately 137.9 billion won), released in 2022, in about four years. The achievement is all the more meaningful as it has outpaced major blockbusters that took the Korean box office by storm, including "Avatar" (approximately 125.2 billion won), "Avengers: Endgame" (approximately 122.4 billion won), and "Frozen 2" (approximately 115 billion won).

The film's cumulative domestic audience stands at 12,179,163 admissions, ranking fifth all-time among foreign films in attendance. While placing fifth in ticket admissions, the film reached No. 1 in revenue due to rising ticket prices and a high share of screenings in premium formats such as IMAX.

"The Odyssey" depicts the journey of the hero Odysseus (played by Matt Damon), who led the Greeks to victory in the decade-long Trojan War, as he embarks on an arduous voyage to return home to his wife Penelope (played by Anne Hathaway) and son Telemachus (played by Tom Holland), who await him in a kingdom rife with usurpation and power struggles in his absence. Directed by Christopher Nolan, the film stars Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, and Zendaya.

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Lee Soo-man, Key Producer of A2O, personally took the stage as a presenter at the debut show for his new project A2O to introduce 4DGS (4D Gaussian Splatting) technology.

On the afternoon of October 12, A2O hosted the global debut show "WELCOME TO SOULITE From A2O SOUL A2O LITE," which also marked the launch event for its rookie idol groups, at KINTEX in Ilsan, Gyeonggi Province. The event was attended by A2O Producer Lee Soo-man—founder and former chief producer of SM Entertainment (SM)—along with A2O's rookie boy group "A2O SOUL" and girl group "A2O LITE".

Producer Lee Soo-man had faced restrictions on domestic entertainment management activities for three years due to a non-compete clause signed when he sold his shares in SM to HYBE in early 2023. His appearance at an official domestic event marks his first in approximately two years and five months since delivering a keynote speech at the CISAC (International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers) General Assembly in May 2024.

Lee Soo-man once again brought up CT (Culture Technology), a concept he has championed for a long time. He added, "CT does not simply mean adding technology to culture. It encompasses pondering how to connect new technologies with culture when they emerge, and what technology is required to create new content. It also includes the effort of continuously searching and experimenting to see if we can create technology ourselves if it does not exist."

The core technology introduced that day was 4DGS. Lee Soo-man said, "Until now, cameras recorded scenes from their perspective, and viewpoints that were not filmed did not exist in video," describing 4DGS as transitioning "from a camera that films to a camera that creates." It is a method where multiple cameras simultaneously film an artist's performance from various viewpoints, combining that data to reconstruct it in a three-dimensional space. He explained that even after filming concludes, viewers can view the space and the artist from any angle or location they want via "Free Viewpoint."

Emphasizing that he previously used his custom-built Matrix Camera System to create scenes where the camera appeared to rotate around mid-air subjects in music videos for Girls' Generation, SHINee, TVXQ!, and BoA, he stated, "Now, about 16 years later, we have begun realizing that potential in actual content through the new methods of 4DGS and the INFINITE filming system."

This filming method was also applied to the music videos of A2O SOUL and A2O LITE, which were unveiled that day.

Lee Soo-man said, "Photography recorded a single moment of human existence, and video recorded the flow of time and movement. 4DGS records the very reality in which human beings existed, exactly as it was in time and space back then." He added, "It might be the most advanced and final form in the evolution of the camera as a recording device," using the phrase "the last recording device created by humanity."

Lastly, Lee Soo-man explained, "I have long asked the question, 'What's the difference?' Today, I am finally announcing the results of that inquiry. Being different is not enough; it must also achieve being liked and loved by many people. Before trying to look for what is different, I hope people will first feel that it is good."

Following Lee Soo-man's introduction, the two groups—nine-member multinational boy group A2O SOUL and 15-member multinational girl group A2O LITE—took the stage and delivered their debut performances.

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Actor Ryu Seung-ryong filled the hour of Actors' House with his witty banter.

Appearing as the spotlight guest of Actors' House at the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), held on the morning of October 9 at the Cultural Hall on the 9th floor of Shinsegae Centum City in U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Ryu introduced himself in response to the host's remark that he "returned to Busan yesterday after receiving another big award," saying, "I am Ryu Seung-ryong, who won an unexpected global award after a fierce competition with Gary Oldman."

Ryu quipped, "It seemed like many people didn't know I won the award, so I brought it up," drawing laughter.

On October 8, Ryu won Best Actor in the International Competition category alongside Anders Baasmo of "A Better Man" for JTBC's "The Dream Life of Mr. Kim" at the 21st Seoul International Drama Awards. The nominees that day also included acclaimed actor Gary Oldman, an Academy Award winner for Best Actor.

Having attended the opening ceremony after his film "Cattle Run" was invited to the Busan International Film Festival, Ryu stayed in Busan, traveled to Seoul to attend the Seoul International Drama Awards, and pulled off a grueling schedule by traveling back down to Busan after receiving his trophy to attend Actors' House.

Over the course of roughly an hour, Ryu shared his journey from starting out as a theater actor to becoming a 10-million-ticket star, his personal acting philosophy, and his goals as an actor in his characteristically candid words. 

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The Japanese animated film "Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island" surpassed "The Assassin(s)" in its second week of release to claim the top spot at the weekend box office.

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network for movie tickets on October 12, "Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island" drew 407,895 viewers nationwide from October 9 to October 11. The cumulative audience reached 1,281,485.

Released on September 30, "Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island" placed second at the box office behind "The Assassin(s)" by a margin of about 7,000 viewers in its opening weekend. However, in its second week, it successfully climbed to No. 1 by edging out "The Assassin(s)" by a margin of 215 viewers.

"Chiikawa the Movie: Secret of the Mermaid Island" is an animated film depicting a suspicious subjugation mission in which Chiikawa and friends, tempted by a sweet offer of 100 times the usual reward, set off for an unknown island to uncover the secrets hidden there. It is based on the popular long-form "Siren" arc from "Chiikawa," serialized by Japanese illustrator Nagano.

Meanwhile, "The Assassin(s)" drew 405,966 viewers over the same period, finishing its fourth weekend at the box office in second place.

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Actors Son Suk-ku and Nagayama Eita raised anticipation for the series "The Blue Road" with their chemistry that transcended borders.

Attending an open talk for the Netflix series "The Blue Road" held at the outdoor stage of the Busan Cinema Center in U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan on October 9, Son Suk-ku recalled his first meeting with Nagayama Eita, saying, "We shot our first scene on a set in Japan. The moment we exchanged our first lines, I felt something was different."

He continued, "I went to the director and said, 'I think I can just trust this guy and go with it.' There are times when chemistry just doesn't happen no matter how hard you try, but I felt that this chemistry worked."

Eita shared that he had watched several of Son Suk-ku's works. He said, "Because I had watched many of Son Suk-ku's works, I felt the tension of thinking, 'He's right in front of me,' but I tried to let go of that feeling and focus on acting."

The two actors use Korean and Japanese seamlessly without boundaries in the project. Regarding his Japanese-language acting in the series, Son Suk-ku opened up about the challenges, saying, "Even when I memorized it over and over until going to sleep, it just wouldn't work. I thought I was going crazy."

Son Suk-ku revealed that his personal contemplation as an actor was the reason he chose "The Blue Road," stating, "When choosing this project, I thought that if I picked a project where I felt, 'There's no way I can do this; this is too much for me to handle,' and went all in, that might allow me to share lasting time with the audience."

He added, "If I was going to do it, I wanted to do it properly. Whenever possible, I wanted to speak even the Korean lines in Japanese, and Eita wanted to speak in Korean. In that sense, I felt we shared a similar mindset."

Eita shared their rehearsal process, saying, "The three of us—Son Suk-ku, me, and the interpreter—thought a lot about how to deliver the lines. I remember practicing together for hours while drinking coffee in a park."

"The Blue Road" is a series depicting two detectives chasing twisted corpses, cryptic messages, and horrific murders that recur across borders. It is the new work by director Han Jun-hee of the Netflix series "D.P." and the film "Coin Locker Girl," starring Son Suk-ku and Nagayama Eita, who represent South Korea and Japan. It will be released on Netflix on November 20.

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The film "The Assassin(s)" has surpassed 3 million moviegoers nationwide in just 20 days since its release.

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network for movie tickets on October 12, "The Assassin(s)" crossed the cumulative milestone of 3 million viewers at around 8:00 AM on this day. With this achievement, it became the fifth Korean film released in 2026 to reach the 3 million mark.

During its third week of release, from Monday, October 5 to Sunday, October 11, "The Assassin(s)" drew 758,587 moviegoers over the week, claiming the No. 1 spot on the overall weekly box office for three consecutive weeks. Notably, the third-week attendance saw an increase of approximately 90,000 viewers compared to the 667,698 recorded in its second week. The controversy over historical distortion that flared up during its opening week escalated into political sparring, which paradoxically amplified audience interest and translated into actual theater visits.

As the historical distortion dispute expanded beyond the film itself to include slander targeting the actors and protests outside their private residences, a shift in public sentiment also began to form. Furthermore, with daily aggressive offensives continuing from political circles, some observe that it is inadvertently creating a promotional boost for the film.

The film's production cost was 19 billion won, and its break-even point is approximately 3.7 million admissions. Attention is now focused on whether "The Assassin(s)," having successfully surpassed 3 million viewers in three weeks, will be able to cross its break-even point over the coming weekend.

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It was belatedly revealed that the late action actor Kim Hyun-i passed away last summer.

At the end of Episode 1 of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White", which aired on October 9, a caption was shown stating, "In memory of our precious colleague, the late Kim Hyun-i, who ran alongside us." Beneath the message was the note, "From the entire production team of Doctor X: Mafia in White."

The following day, on October 10, a memorial caption also appeared at the end of Episode 1 of the tvN Saturday-Sunday drama "100 Days of Deception," reading, "We will never forget and will always remember the late action actor Kim Hyun-i." With two consecutive dramas airing memorial messages, attention has turned to the sad news of the actor's passing.

Kim Hyun-i is known to have passed away after filming for "Doctor X: Mafia in White" had concluded.

The late actor contributed to films including "Black Nuns," "Forbidden Fairytale," "Victory," and "Project Silence," as well as dramas such as "The Penthouse: War in Life" and "New Recruit 4: Sabotage."

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The musical "Dracula" has donated 1,000 blood donation certificates collected by audiences, actors, and staff through a blood donation campaign to support children with pediatric cancer.

Production company OD COMPANY stated that together with the Hanmaeum Blood Center, it delivered 1,000 blood donation certificates to the Korea Childhood Leukemia Foundation. The donated certificates will be used for children with pediatric cancer who require blood transfusions during chemotherapy.

The blood donation campaign for "Dracula" first began in 2021. Inspired by "blood," the central motif of the production, the project was organized during a prolonged period of COVID-19 when blood shortages persisted. During the previous 10th anniversary season (2023–2024), 1,000 certificates, including those collected since 2021, were donated to the Korea Blood Cancer Association. This year marks the third campaign.

This season, the production company presented audiences who participated in blood donation in August with a specially designed "Dracula" acrylic carabiner along with a four-piece photocard set containing handwritten messages from Shin Sung-rok, KIM JUNSU, Jeon Dong-suk, and Ko Eun-sung, who star as Dracula. Audiences who donated certificates were also offered ticket discounts and invitation events.

Based on Bram Stoker's novel of the same name, "Dracula" is a musical depicting the story of Count Dracula, who has loved only one woman for more than 400 years.

"Dracula" is currently running at LG Arts Center Seoul, LG SIGNATURE Hall, and will close on October 18.

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Actor Ryu Seung-ryong, boasting a 24-year film career, confessed that comedy acting remains challenging.

Attending the Actors' House at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held on the afternoon of October 9 at the Culture Hall on the 9th floor of Shinsegae Centum City in U-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan, Ryu Seung-ryong said, "The more I do comedy, the more difficult it gets."

He explained, "I think what is most important in good comedy is genuinely believing in it while acting. Even in the drama 'Chicken Nugget,' I truly acted believing that my daughter had turned into a chicken nugget. If I don't believe it myself, how can I convince the audience?" He then demonstrated a scene by calling out his on-screen daughter's name.

Although Ryu Seung-ryong spoke humbly about the difficulties of comedic acting, he is an actor who has built an acclaimed legacy through comedy. Key moments throughout his career have always featured comedy films and the uniquely charming characters he brought to life.

After debuting in a minor role in the 2004 film "Someone Special," he captured the public's attention as the Casanova Sung-ki in the 2012 film "All About My Wife." He subsequently starred in no fewer than four 10-million-ticket hit films—"Masquerade," "Miracle in Cell No. 7," "The Admiral: Roaring Currents," and "Extreme Job"—solidifying his status as a leading powerhouse actor in Korean cinema.

Notably, both projects that earned him the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the Baeksang Arts Awards belonged to the comedy genre. In 2013, he claimed his first Daesang as Yong-gu, a doting father who drew both laughter and tears in "Miracle in Cell No. 7." He received his second Daesang for the character "Manager Kim" in the drama "The Dream Life of Mr. Kim," which aired last year, depicting the bittersweet realities of South Korean office workers.

Recalling his experience portraying an intellectually disabled character in the tragicomic story of "Miracle in Cell No. 7," he shared, "Working on several projects with director Jang Jin taught me something valuable: 'Even in an intoxicated scene, you must not get so lost in acting drunk that you lose sight of what you are trying to convey.' I think it was similar to that. I approached the role believing that Yong-gu is simply an ordinary father who loves his daughter more than his own life, and everything else was merely the surrounding premise."

Regarding the drama "The Dream Life of Mr. Kim," which sparked a massive sensation last year, he reflected on the shift in perspective that allowed him to craft his own take on a father and family provider: "There are countless fathers in this world. That title is merely what someone wears on the outside, but at the core, people come in endless varieties. Thinking that way gave me the freedom when selecting projects."

When asked by an audience member about his future goals as an actor, he replied, "I want to share the love and lessons I have received through acting with the next generation." His words reflected a sense of duty and purpose as an adult and senior colleague, aspiring to serve as a bridge connecting older and younger generations rather than focusing solely on personal glory. 

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Singer SUNG HANBIN (ZEROBASEONE) performs the title track at a media showcase commemorating the release of his first solo EP "DEAD:ALIVE," held on the afternoon of October 12 at Layer Studio 11 in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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Singer SUNG HANBIN of ZEROBASEONE delivers his opening remarks at a media showcase held on the afternoon of October 12 at Layer Studio 11 in Mapo-gu, Seoul, to commemorate the release of his first solo EP "DEAD:ALIVE".

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Duo Panic, formed by singer-songwriter Lee Juck and rapper Kim Jin-pyo, is returning with a year-end solo concert.

Panic will open ticket reservations for "2026 Panic Concert <PANIC IS COMING, AGAIN>" on October 15 at 8:00 p.m. via Ticketlink. The concert will be held for three days from December 4 (Fri) to December 6 (Sun) at the Grand Peace Palace of Kyung Hee University in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul. The performance times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday, 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, running for a total of 120 minutes.

This concert is an encore stage following their solo concert held last April for the first time in 20 years. At that time, Panic held four performances over four days from April 16 to April 19 at the LG SIGNATURE Hall of LG Arts Center Seoul, with all dates selling out immediately after tickets went on sale.

Their agency, Music Farm Entertainment, shared that the duo wrapped up the stage back then amid acclaim from both audiences and critics as the "best among domestic concerts." With all shows for the April concert having sold out, fierce ticketing competition is expected once again this time.

Tickets are exclusively sold through Ticketlink and will not be available through any other platforms. To ensure a smooth booking process and prevent illegal scalping, purchases are limited to two tickets per person across all shows per ID.

Having debuted in 1995, Panic has released four albums featuring hit tracks such as "Snail," "Left-Hander," "UFO," and more.

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Singer Kim Gun-mo has completed the Daegu stop of his 35th-anniversary national tour.

On October 10, Kim posted on his social media alongside a photo, "Daegu concert successfully wrapped up. Thank you to the audience members who joined us. See you in Jeonju." In the photo, Kim is dressed in stage attire with his hand on his chin, looking at the camera with a relaxed expression.

Jo Beom-jin also shared his thoughts on his guest appearance along with video footage from the concert venue on his Instagram. He stated, "Yesterday in Daegu, I joined Gun-mo hyung's concert as a guest," and shared, "The stage where I sang Heo Young-ran's 'Wings' on the audition program 'Oppasidae' a few years ago led to my connection with Gun-mo hyung."

Jo added, "Music allows people to meet, and that connection creates another stage," adding, "I also sang my song 'Road of Life' and had a truly enjoyable time on stage after a long while." He continued, "Looking back, life's path is also quite fascinating. You never know which song will lead to which connection."

After sexual assault allegations were raised against Kim Gun-mo by a YouTube channel in 2019, he was cleared of the charges following a legal battle. He subsequently took a hiatus of about six years before returning in front of fans through a concert last year. He is currently continuing his performances nationwide with his 35th-anniversary tour.

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Actor Park Hae-il attended an event commemorating his feature film debut amid the complete cancellation of Busan International Film Festival schedules for his new movie "The Assassin(s)."

On October 8, Park Hae-il took part in a Community BIFF event at the 31st Busan International Film Festival held at Megabox Busan Theater in Jung-gu, Busan, appearing as a lead actor from the film "Waikiki Brothers." Organized to mark the 30th anniversary of director Yim Soon-rye's feature directorial debut, the event saw Park take the stage alongside director Yim.

After greeting the audience members in attendance, Park Hae-il showed warmth and friendliness, saying, "I even went to see Bukangi." During the Q&A session that followed the screening, he expressed his deep affection for his debut film "Waikiki Brothers" and shared stories from the production process and personal anecdotes with director Yim Soon-rye.

Park Hae-il also shared his perspective on cinema at the gathering, stating, "Where cinema will take a person like me, what emotions it will make me feel, and what thoughts, directions forward, and perspectives on life I might evoke in those watching... To me, cinema itself feels like a truly profound and mysterious presence."

Originally a theater actor, Park Hae-il made his big-screen debut in 2001 with "Waikiki Brothers" and has since established himself as one of South Korean cinema's leading actors.

Park Hae-il had originally been slated to attend the Busan International Film Festival alongside the director and fellow cast members for his new film "The Assassin(s)." However, in the wake of recent controversies surrounding alleged historical distortion, the related events were completely canceled after some members of conservative organizations visited actor Yoo Hai-jin's house to stage protests, among other actions. Regardless of the cancellation of events for "The Assassin(s)," Park Hae-il attended the scheduled audience gathering for "Waikiki Brothers," honoring his loyalty to director Yim Soon-rye.

Despite the controversy, "The Assassin(s)" surpassed 3 million moviegoers nationwide within 20 days of release.

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Singer Jang Han-byul is releasing a new song after five months.

Jang Han-byul will release his digital single "Miya" at noon on October 12 across various online music streaming platforms. This marks his first new release in about five months since "You Are My Star," which he performed during the hit song mission on MBN's "Unknown Legend" in May.

"Miya" is a ballad. The title is derived from an affectionate way of calling the ending syllable "Mi" found in common Korean names around us, such as Eun-mi or Young-mi.

Lyricist Lee Geon-woo and composers Kim Sun-min and Choi Jae-eun participated together as the project team "The Magic Flute" for this song. Lee Geon-woo wrote the lyrics for tracks including "Amor Fati," while Kim Sun-min composed "Cocktail Love."

Jang Han-byul recently wrote on his social media, "Because this song is so precious and dear to me, I am already excited and looking forward to letting all of you hear it." He added, "I hope 'Miya' becomes a song that stays in your hearts for a long time. Eunhasu (fandom name), please look forward to it and listen to it together on the day it is released."

The performance of "Miya" will be unveiled for the first time at Jang Han-byul's first solo concert since debut, "THE STAR IS BORN," which will be held on October 31 and November 1 at Daeyang Hall at Sejong University in Seoul.

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Posters for the film "The Assassin(s)" are displayed at a movie theater in Seoul on the morning of October 12, as the movie reached a cumulative audience of 3 million in 20 days since its release.

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Actor Ju Ji-hoon shared the story behind how he decided to star in "Kingdom," Netflix Korea's first original series.

Attending the Actors' House event at the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) held on the afternoon of October 9 at the Culture Hall on the 9th floor of Shinsegae Department Store Centum City in Haeundae-gu, Busan, Ju Ji-hoon spoke about his participation in "Kingdom"—a pioneering decision at the time: "Back then, I didn't even know what Netflix was. I even accepted a lower appearance fee than what I normally received. They said it was in the beginning stages and that the production budget was tight."

He continued, recalling his first impression of the script for "Kingdom": "Back then, I also kept my thinking simple. Now everyone is free of prejudice because they've seen the finished product. When I first read the script for 'Kingdom,' I thought, 'What kind of story is this, like a virgin ghost appearing in Texas?' The story itself was entertaining, but I was very negative about it."

What ultimately led him to decide to star, despite the unfamiliar platform and unconventional subject matter, was advice from people around him. Ju Ji-hoon recounted the advice he received from director Kim Yong-hwa and actor Ha Jung-woo, with whom he built a relationship of trust through the film series "Along with the Gods": "The two of them told me, 'If the writing is good and the director is a good person, do it.' At that time, it had only 100,000 subscribers and was an unfamiliar platform, so I thought that even if it flopped, nobody would know. It was like an ox stepping backward and catching a frog," he joked.

"Kingdom," as Netflix Korea's first original series, received immense love both domestically and worldwide. The fact that Korean content is receiving global recognition through streaming platforms today can be seen as possible because "Kingdom," serving as the trailblazer, opened the doors so successfully.

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Top model Choi So-ra has become a mother.

On October 11, Choi So-ra shared a look at herself right after giving birth on her social media. A day later, she also posted a photo holding her baby, expressing her joy with a bright, healthy smile.

Choi previously tied the knot with photographer Kove Lee in Bali in 2019, and she has now welcomed her first child into her arms after seven years of marriage.

This past May, Choi captured the spotlight by taking the runway while heavily pregnant for Chanel's 2026 Métiers d'Art collection show. Dressed in a white sleeveless gown embellished with sparkling beads, she even handled the closing walk.

Additionally, on October 1, approximately 10 days before giving birth, she unveiled a maternity pictorial and interview shot with the fashion magazine "Vogue Korea."

In the interview, Choi revealed that the baby is a girl and shared that they named her Lee Choi, combining her husband Lee's surname and her own. She also shared her feelings: "When you work as a model for a long time, you notice changes in your body faster than looking in a mirror, but pregnancy brings an incredible pace of change. Even though it is my own body, every single day it turns into a body I don't recognize in an instant. Then it suddenly hits me that right now my body is creating a human being, and even though it is the body I have seen all my life, it feels miraculously new."

After stepping onto international runways in 2014 through the Louis Vuitton Cruise show in Monaco, Choi became the first Korean model to walk collection shows for Saint Laurent and Calvin Klein. She went on to sweep runways and campaigns for premier global brands including Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Prada, Fendi, Burberry, and Alexander McQueen. In 2019, she walked 89 shows in a single year, becoming the model who appeared in the most fashion shows worldwide, and in 2020, she placed first in the reader-voted Model of the Year on Models.com.

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Actor Ju Ji-hoon has revealed the behind-the-scenes story of joining the cast of his highly anticipated upcoming project, "The Remarried Empress."

Attending the Actors' House event at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, held on the afternoon of October 9 at the Cultural Hall on the ninth floor of Shinsegae Department Store Centum City in Haeundae-gu, Busan, Ju Ji-hoon shared, "I turned down this project about two or three times because I felt I didn't have a deep understanding of its fictional world."

He then explained how he came to change his mind, adding, "Someone I trust deeply even wrote me a letter to persuade me. I also became curious about why it receives so much love and what aspects the audience would enjoy."

The Disney+ original series "The Remarried Empress" is a sweeping romance fantasy epic that unfolds when Navier (Shin Mina), the flawless empress of the Eastern Empire, is notified of a divorce by Emperor Sovieshu (Ju Ji-hoon), who has fallen for the runaway slave Rashta (Lee Seyoung), and accepts the divorce on the condition that her remarriage to Prince Heinrey (Lee Jong-suk) of the Western Kingdom is approved. In this series, Ju Ji-hoon plays Emperor Sovieshu.

Ju Ji-hoon spoke about adjusting to the setting and his character, saying, "It was difficult because we are Asian actors while the characters have foreign names, but during the first table read, I started to get a feel for it."

He continued, "I thought it would be easier to approach it like a musical rather than in a realistic tone," adding, "For instance, people don't feel awkward when performing 'Hamlet.' Approaching it that way broke down a lot of my mental barriers."

"The Remarried Empress" filmed on location in the Czech Republic for about a month. Recalling that time, he said, "I cooked meals for the directing crew at my lodging. I asked staff members of various ages what they found appealing about this story, and they explained a lot to me," adding, "To be honest, I didn't fully understand it at first, but I worked hard to bridge that gap and comprehend it."

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Will Kim Seung-soo and Song Jong-ho finally tie the knot this time?

On the October 11 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," Kim Seung-soo and Song Jong-ho took part in the "My Little Old Boy" "Match To Marry: With Parents" camp.

On this day, Kim Seung-soo's mother, Choi In-sook, introduced her son by saying, "My son was born in 1971 and passed the open audition for MBC actors on his first try. Currently, he is also working hard running a restaurant business."

She continued, "He may look like this now, but he was handsome. Girls have chased after him since kindergarten, and he received so many letters. Because he couldn't get married despite being such a good catch, I worried and asked if he had an issue with his masculinity, and he went and got a health checkup. He told me that his male hormone levels were quite high," drawing laughter with her appeal.

Song Jong-ho's mother drew attention by launching an age attack regarding her son, saying, "He is a whole five years younger than Kim Seung-soo." Song Jong-ho's mother continued to highlight his good nature, saying, "He hasn't been able to do any acting projects for over three years, so my heart aches whenever I think about that. He had financial difficulties, but he never showed even the slightest hint of having a hard time. He is truly a good son."

She also drew attention by revealing, "He has now opened a meat restaurant and is working hard to recover financially. If you become our in-laws, beef is free anytime."

The first female participant going on a blind date with the two men was Park Hye-yeon, born in 1987. She was revealed to be a freelance announcer in her 15th year who also runs a business related to mental health.

Describing her ideal type, she drew attention by saying she likes someone who has a sense of humor, has great conversational banter, and makes her laugh, adding that it would be even better if they could enjoy traveling together.

The second female participant was Min Ji-soo, born in 1991, who studied abroad in China and currently handles VIP protocol and presenter duties for a major corporation. Her father praised his daughter, saying, "She is pretty and beautiful like a jewel," and highlighted that she also owns a cozy home in Seoul.

After the participants finished their introductions, one-on-one dates were held based on the male participants' choices. Contrary to expectations, all of the male participants chose Min Ji-soo, surprising everyone.

Min Ji-soo went on a date with Kim Seung-soo first, followed by a date with Song Jong-ho. Watching this, Seo Jang-hoon remarked on Min Ji-soo's facial expression when dealing with Song Jong-ho compared to her date with Kim Seung-soo, saying, "I'm sorry, and you probably all noticed this, but Ji-soo's facial expression is quite different from earlier."

Min Ji-soo then asked Song Jong-ho if there was someone between her and the other participant whom he had hoped would come during the first impression vote. To this, Song Jong-ho answered honestly, "For the first impression, I had hoped Ji-soo would come."

Song Jong-ho then asked, "Between me and Seung-soo hyung, was there someone you hoped would choose you?" and Min Ji-soo immediately replied, "Yes." However, while keeping who it was a secret, she drew attention as she could not hide her smile.

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Yu Jae-seok gave some frank advice to a betrayed Heo Kyung-hwan.

On the October 11 broadcast of SBS's "Running Man," the cast headed to Cheorwon alongside guest Heo Kyung-hwan for a special race.

After dinner, the "Running Man" members and Heo Kyung-hwan were given a morning wake-up mission: protect their eggs overnight and prepare a dish using them the next morning.

The first four to finish would be exempt from the penalty, while the remaining four who missed the cutoff would face the morning chore of cooking breakfast.

The cast scrambled to find safe hiding spots for their eggs. However, even before the mission could properly get underway, eggs began breaking in various ways, sparking laughter. Jee Seokjin lost all of his eggs early on, putting him out of the running for the morning wake-up mission entirely.

The remaining male members then formed an alliance, placing their eggs together inside a microwave and sealing it shut. Naturally, a betrayal soon followed.

HAHA plotted with Yang Sechan and Kim Jong-kook to sneak out with the microwave containing the hidden eggs. But Yu Jae-seok, who woke up on pure instinct, tailed the trio.

The members pulled out their own eggs to take them into their own hands. In that moment, Yu Jae-seok smashed some of Yang Sechan's eggs before fleeing with his own. Infuriated, the three completely ruined all of Heo Kyung-hwan's eggs and marched over to confront Yu Jae-seok.

Yu Jae-seok countered by explaining why he had lost his temper, stating, "You started it." He then laid down an ultimatum that drew laughter, saying, "If you mess with me? I'm going to wake everyone up except Kyung-hwan."

Once morning arrived, the members began cooking with the eggs they had narrowly managed to protect. Heo Kyung-hwan was devastated after learning that all of his eggs had been broken.

Watching a cat happily eating an egg, he looked on with envy, saying, "Even you have an egg." But right then, Heo Kyung-hwan noticed the basket the cat's egg was in and was crushed to realize it was actually his own egg.

Spotting Yu Jae-seok in the middle of cooking an egg dish, Heo Kyung-hwan shook his head in disbelief at everything that had unfolded while he was asleep, remarking, "This is scary."

To this, Yu Jae-seok quipped, drawing laughter, "Kyung-hwan, just stick to Saturdays. Sundays don't suit you."

In the end, the alliance of traitors—Yu Jae-seok, Yang Sechan, Kim Jong-kook, and HAHA—earned exemptions from the breakfast penalty. The production team remarked, "So much went down at dawn, yet the people who slept soundly ended up on breakfast duty."

Hearing this, Heo Kyung-hwan vented his frustration as he looked back on his naivety. Kim Jong-kook remarked, "It's wild that you trusted us completely and went to sleep," to which Heo Kyung-hwan drew attention with a dejected expression, saying, "I'm sorry, but I don't think I can handle overnight shoots."

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