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The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) is preparing a cinematic celebration just as grand and dazzling as last year's milestone 30th-anniversary event.

During the official press conference for the 31st BIFF held on the 1st, the lineup of invited guests who will grace this year's festival was revealed. A massive wave of top Korean star actors, alongside internationally renowned actors from Hollywood and European cinema, has confirmed their attendance.

Festival Director Jeong Han-seok announced, "We hope to serve as a stepping stone for the continued resurgence of Korean cinema. Excellent works have been selected for the Korean cinema section, and a large number of filmmakers are expected to participate."

Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Zo In-sung, and Cho Yeo-jeong, the leading stars of "Possible Love", as well as Yoo Hai-jin and Lee Minho from "The Assassin(s)", will walk the opening ceremony red carpet. In addition, Hyun Bin, Jung Woo-sung, and Woo Do Hwan from season 2 of "Made In Korea", along with "The Blue Road" lead actor Son Suk-ku, will step onto the red carpet to celebrate their invitations.

Beyond the opening ceremony, the leading stars will visit the festival in accordance with screening schedules and event timelines. Actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, famous for "The Dark Knight" and "Secretary", will visit Busan for the first time in the capacity of a director rather than an actor. She received an invitation from BIFF as the director of her new film "Flesh Impact", created to mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth. Maggie Gyllenhaal has also been selected as the jury president for the Venice International Film Festival, which runs from September 2 to 11. After wrapping up her schedule in Venice, she plans to visit the Busan International Film Festival, a representative event of Asia, to create special memories.

Michelle Yeoh, who achieved the historic feat of becoming the first Asian actress to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, has also been selected as the recipient of the Asian Filmmaker of the Year Award and will visit Busan.

France's beloved national actor, Isabelle Huppert, will visit Busan as her film "All About Corinne" has been invited to the Gala Presentation section. Isabelle Huppert, familiar to domestic audiences through her work in Hong Sangsoo's films, will visit Busan three months after attending the 30th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival last July. This time, she plans to make special memories by visiting Korea alongside her new film's director, Marc Fitoussi.

From the Greater China region, director and actor Shu Qi, who won the Busan Award for Director at last year's Busan International Film Festival, will visit Busan alongside leading Chinese actors Zhou Xun and Fan Bingbing.

Popular actors representing Japan will also gather in Busan. Led by Nagasawa Masami, artists including Emoto Tasuku, Kuroki Haru, Yokohama Ryusei, Yamazaki Kento, Matsushita Kohei, Sawajiri Erika, Maruyama Ryuhei, Nagayama Eita, Michieda Shunsuke, and Anzai Seirawill meet audiences during the festival period.

Additionally, SHUHUA of i-dle, who is taking on a new challenge as a film actor, alongside Michelle Mao and Jin Ha, who are expanding their active spheres between Asia and Hollywood, will visit Busan. Thailand's star Davika Hoorne will also meet Busan audiences once again.

Park Ga-on, Deputy Festival Director, shared, "Stars representing Asia are visiting Busan this year as well. Last year, a large number of top Japanese male actors attended, and people said it felt like watching the Japanese Academy red carpet. This year, there are many female actors. While it was not intentional, it naturally came about as we invited works. Alongside film screenings, we have also prepared various stage greetings featuring the stars. Please look forward to it."

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will take place from the 16th to the 15th of next month around the Busan Cinema Center and Nampo-dong districts.

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SBS "Tails of Tales" will shed light on the turbulent life hidden behind the glory of Lee Woong-pyung, who defected by piloting a MiG fighter jet and became an anti-communist idol.

On the September 3 broadcast of "Tails of Tales", singer CHUNG HA, ONF member HYOJIN, and actor Yun Yu-Sun will appear as story friends for the episode titled "Turn the Rudder Freely! - Lee Woong-pyung from the North".

In 1983, Lee Woong-pyung defected by flying a MiG jet and drew massive attention by receiving a settlement of 1.56 billion won, an amount equivalent to the value of 78 luxury apartments at the time. Alongside his life-risking defection, he became a national anti-communist idol and was called "busier than the president" due to giving over 900 lectures a year.

He also previously confessed his disillusionment with the reality in North Korea after seeing a phrase written on an empty ramen wrapper washed ashore on a beach that said, "Defective or damaged products will be exchanged."

In particular, on this broadcast, Lee Woong-pyung's wife Park Sun-young makes a direct appearance and reveals, "For safety, we lived our newlywed life in an air force official residence. One day, I discovered a long-connected wiretapping device. Government agencies were continuing surveillance and wiretapping," revealing the shocking behind-the-scenes story that led her to declare a divorce. In response, Yun Yu-Sun deeply empathizes with his poignant life, saying, "It is a life more dramatic than a drama."

The heartbreaking story of Lee Woong-pyung, who passed away at a young age, and the unexpected whereabouts of the 1.56 billion won settlement will be revealed on "Tails of Tales", airing tonight, Thursday, at 10:20 PM.

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Actor Kwak Si-yang, 39, and singer-turned-actor Yoo Ji-ae, 33, a member of the group Lovelyz, are tying the knot in November.

On September 3, Kwak's agency, 9ato Entertainment, announced, "Kwak Si-yang is scheduled to hold a wedding ceremony with Yoo Ji-ae this coming November. The two promised each other a future based on deep trust and love. The wedding will be held privately, attended by both families, relatives, and close acquaintances."

Having naturally crossed paths in the same industry, the two reportedly decided to get married after maintaining a serious relationship. As there had been no dating rumors surrounding them, the surprise marriage announcement has brought a wave of congratulatory messages from fans and the entertainment industry.

Meanwhile, Kwak Si-yang debuted in the 2014 film "Night Flight" and has since appeared in dramas such as "Oh My Ghost", "Lovers of the Red Sky", "Flex X Cop", and "Good Partner". He is also gearing up for the premiere of the KBS 2TV weekend drama "A Love Other Than Yours", which is set to air its first episode on the 12th.

Yoo Ji-ae debuted in 2014 as a member of Lovelyz and later expanded her career into acting, appearing in daily dramas such as "The Third Marriage" and the web drama "I'm Stuck in a Crazy Drama" (literal translation).

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Actor Sul Kyung-gu expressed his strong trust and affection for junior actor Ryu Jun Yeol, with whom he starred in the series "Mousetrap".

On the afternoon of the 2nd, during a media interview for the Netflix series "Mousetrap" (written by Lee Jae-gon, directed by Kim Hong-sun) held at a cafe in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Sul Kyung-gu shared stories about the project along with the secret behind his perfect chemistry with his junior co-stars.

Based on the webtoon of the same name, "Mousetrap" is a tracking thriller that follows novelist Moon-jae (played by Ryu Jun Yeol), who has his name, face, and life completely stolen by a mysterious entity known as Mousetrap, loan shark No-ja (played by Sul Kyung-gu), who tries to recover lost money, and detective Sun-yong (played by Lee Kyoo-hyung) as they chase down the true identity of Mousetrap. In the series, Sul Kyung-gu plays No-ja, a ruthless loan shark who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, charmingly portraying a multi-dimensional character that feels both rough and subtly human.

On this day, Sul Kyung-gu shared the behind-the-scenes story of how he suggested the casting to Ryu Jun Yeol. Since they were under the same agency at the time, he shared, "Because I had to be careful as a senior, I couldn't just say 'You should do this,' so instead I passed along the message to the PR team, telling them to ask Jun Yeol to take it on."

Explaining why he thought Ryu Jun Yeol was the right fit, he said, "Jun Yeol's strength is that he has a strong individuality while also having a friendly, everyday face. Our project is a story about ordinary, somewhat ordinary-looking people rather than grand figures, and he was the exact actor suited for that." He continued with high praise, "Especially in Part 1, there is a lot of narration, and Ryu Jun Yeol's voice is truly great. His delivery is also exceptional. I was quite worried about how Part 1 would unfold, but it would have been a disaster if we didn't have Jun Yeol casually tossing out that narration."

The atmosphere on set was also warm and cheerful. Having many scenes where they traveled by car, the two grew close by having numerous conversations inside the vehicle. Sul Kyung-gu recalled, "Jun Yeol is very curious, so whenever he asked various questions, I would answer comfortably. Talking only about the work can get boring, and sharing all sorts of living stories like that was truly enjoyable."

He also did not hold back praise for Ryu Jun Yeol's passion for acting. "Jun Yeol always carries his script around. He prepares a lot and has many opinions. I was grateful when he offered ideas, asking, 'How about doing it this way?' It made me feel like, 'He's even thinking about my character along with his own,'" he added. "He is a friend with many charms. He is an actor who looks at his own part while also looking at the other person's, and loves building things together. There are no seniors and juniors in front of the camera. Because he shared his opinions without hesitation, communication flowed very well."

Sul Kyung-gu has showcased unmatched bromances with numerous younger actors such as Yim Si-wan, Byun Yohan, and Hong Kyung. When asked about the secret behind his exceptional chemistry with male actors specifically, he emphasized, "I think it's because I don't go to the set with a fixed answer. Instead of pushing my own stubbornness, I go ready to accept the other person's acting. I tend to focus hard on reacting in the moment." He added, "I don't try to outshine the other person. I believe that rather than trying to stand out myself, making the other actor look good is how I end up standing out together."

Saying with humility, "I think I was also blessed with good people. I've worked with all great actors," Sul Kyung-gu was met with the cheeky question, "Who is the best among the juniors you've worked with so far?", to which he responded, "Right now, politically, it's Ryu Jun Yeol," turning the set into a sea of laughter.

Meanwhile, all 10 episodes of "Mousetrap" were released worldwide through Netflix on the 28th of last month. According to FlixPatrol on the 2nd, "Mousetrap" has been continuing its unstoppable global box office run, climbing to 6th place in the global TOP TV shows category just 4 days after its release, and ranking 5th in the Netflix global TV shows non-English category.

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Director July Jung's new film "Dora" has been officially invited to the Gala Presentation section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).

The Busan International Film Festival will run from its opening on Tuesday, October 6 to Thursday, October 15 around the Busan Cinema Center area, and "Dora" will meet domestic audiences for the first time as an Asian premiere.

"Dora" tells the story of a family that leaves Seoul and heads to a seaside villa in the middle of summer. While staying there, Dora, who has been suffering from an unknown illness, learns about love for the first time, and everything gradually begins to shake. Singer-turned-actor Kim Do-yeon and Japanese actor Ando Sakura star in the film.

After making its world premiere in the Directors' Fortnight section at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, "Dora" will now be showcased to domestic and Asian audiences for the first time in Busan.

The Busan International Film Festival Gala Presentation is a flagship invitation section of the festival that introduces new works by master directors who have garnered attention at major international film festivals to domestic audiences for the first time. In recent editions, new works by leading Asian auteurs, such as director Koreeda Hirokazu's "MONSTER" (2023, 28th edition) and director Lee Sang-il's "Kokuho" (2025, 30th edition), met domestic audiences for the first time through this section.

Director July Jung's connection with the Busan International Film Festival dates back to her debut days. In 2007, her first short film "A Man under the Influenza" won the Sonje Award at the 12th Busan International Film Festival, and in 2014, her first feature film "A Girl at My Door" was invited to the "Korean Cinema Today - Panorama" section. She subsequently visited Busan with her second feature "Next Sohee" in 2022, and with this latest film "Dora," three of her feature films have now been consecutively invited to the Busan International Film Festival.

The Busan schedule for "Dora" begins with an outdoor stage greeting at the Busan Cinema Center Roof Theater outdoor stage at 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 8. A press screening will be held at CGV Centum City at 7:00 PM on the same day, followed by a press conference for the Gala Presentation section at the Busan Cinema Center BIFF Hill on the morning of Friday, October 9.

The first general screening will take place along with a stage greeting at 12:10 PM on Friday, October 9 at the Busan Cinema Center Haneulyeon Theater. Following barrier-free screenings on Monday, October 12 and another screening on Tuesday, October 13, a audience Q&A session attended by Director July Jung will be held at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, October 14 at the Busan Cinema Center Medium Theater.

"Dora" is scheduled for domestic theatrical release in 2027 following the Busan International Film Festival. 

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MIYEON of i-dle attended a photo wall event for a beauty brand held in Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul on the morning of September 3 and posed for the camera.

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MIYEON of the group i-dle is posing after attending a beauty brand photo wall event held in Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 3rd.

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The hit play "Closer," which has received immense love as both a film and a theatrical production, is returning with a 2026 version.

A press conference was held on the afternoon of the 2nd at Eum Art Center in Daehangno, Jongno-gu, Seoul, attended by director Kim Ji-ho along with actors Oh Man-Seok, Bae Seong-bin, Hong Woo-jin, Choi Kang-hee, Lisa, Jang Hee-jin, Hong Jong-hyun, Kang Young-seok, Lee Do-yoon, So Joo-yeon, and Lee Na-eun.

"Closer" is based on the play of the same name by British playwright Patrick Marber. Since its London premiere in 1997, it has been performed consistently, and it was also adapted into a film in 2004. Kim Ji-ho, who handled the adaptation, dramaturgy, and direction in 2024, is returning to direct this season's stage.

The cast features Oh Man-Seok, Bae Seong-bin, and Hong Woo-jin as Larry; Choi Kang-hee, Lisa, and Jang Hee-jin as Anna; Hong Jong-hyun, Kang Young-seok, and Lee Do-yoon as Dan; and Jeon Sung-min, So Joo-yeon, and Lee Na-eun as Alice. Aside from Kang Young-seok, Hong Jong-hyun, Lee Do-yoon, Choi Kang-hee, and Lee Na-eun are all taking on their very first theatrical production since their debuts.

Regarding the casting, Director Kim Ji-ho stated, "Working with completely different people on the same project is a tremendous stroke of luck as a director. The practice room has no downtime, and my mind has no downtime. We are sharing, talking, and dividing things up."

Explaining the casting background, he said, "We only chose people who are extremely handsome and talented. When casting male characters like Dan or Larry, I think we looked for individuals who could tailor those images more to the current era." He emphasized, "Anna is also a character who is easy to misunderstand and could get a bit overshadowed, but Anna steps forward and shines. Everyone prepared their respective characters with distinct individuality. I am satisfied because this casting was prepared right to that exact point."

When asked about points of interest for audiences who watched the film version of "Closer," he replied, "It's a film that received so much love, and in my impression, the film leans close to a melodrama. Without necessarily wanting to compare, we are preparing this as a love story, but in a direction that is neither sweet nor sticky."

He added, "The original author seems to view love in our reality—which differs from ideals—with both pity and cynicism simultaneously. We are trying to express more rawly how hatred and love can coexist, where people can be a bit colder and laugh at one another while still loving. We want to keep the lines dry and concise, and if people remember the current film and its hazy, beautiful images, we want to make it comfortable so they can accept the emotional entanglements and relationship entanglements of these characters."

Addressing how the gap between the original work's era 30 years ago and the present was bridged, he said, "While the emotion of love is always with us, I believe that emotion differs by era. 'Closer' is a work that shows how painful the conflicts of love are, rather than calling the beautiful aspects of love beautiful." He explained, "I don't think the way people get hurt by love varies much across eras. We are neutralizing the expression of emotions by making them a bit drier, through things like purifying the language or using expressions we currently use."

In response to a question implying that the level of expression has been toned down compared to the original work, he stated, "The tone of the work and things like that are no different from before. We are just bringing out a bit more of what was not expressed in previous seasons." He continued, "The level of expression can vary depending on the translation, but the original work is not all that rough. There seemed to be some misunderstandings while translating English into Korean. Expressing it matte-style remains the same." He added, "We are organizing things really fiercely, and we are fully taking contemporary aspects into consideration."

Meanwhile, "Closer" will be performed from September 15 to December 6 at YES24 Stage Hall 2 in Dongsung-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul.

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"Flex X Cop 2" is continuing its reputation as a hotspot for stellar cameo appearances with the joining of actors Jeon Hye-bin and Joo Hyun-young.

The SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2" revealed that Jeon Hye-bin and Joo Hyun-young will lead the special cameo lineup for episodes 9 and 10, airing on the 4th.

Previously drawing buzz through a relay of special appearances by popular actors such as Yoo Seung-ho, Kwak Si-yang, Heo Sung-tae, and Jung Chae-yeon, "Flex X Cop 2" is maintaining a strong upward trend in popularity, hitting a peak viewership rating of 9.3% based on episode 8.

In these upcoming episodes, Jeon Hye-bin takes on the role of Jung Joo-hee, a former dancer turned arts high school principal, portraying a character who hides a subtle tension beneath her neat and elegant appearance. On the other hand, Joo Hyun-young transforms into a character called "Witch" featuring striking green wavy hair and an all-black outfit, showcasing a mysterious and unpredictable charm.

Attention is focused on how Jeon Hye-bin and Joo Hyun-young, who possess contrasting charms, will become entangled in a single case and what kind of variables they will bring to the investigations led by Jin Yi-soo (played by Ahn Bohyun) and Joo Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae).

Episode 9 of "Flex X Cop 2" will air on Friday the 4th at 9:50 PM.

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Broadcaster Ha Ji-young recently shared a heartwarming story highlighting her 20-year special bond with actress Kim Hye-soo.

In a video released on the YouTube channel "YouTube Ha Ji-young" on September 2, Ha Ji-young named Kim Hye-soo as the person she respects the most while chatting with guests HAHA and Kim Won-hyo.

Recalling the time when she was struggling with her career after stepping down as a reporter for the SBS program "Han Bam", Ha Ji-young shared, "A video titled 'Kim Hye-soo has been supporting Ha Ji-young for 17 years' recently popped up on YouTube." She recalled how Kim Hye-soo had reached out to her first, recommending classes to study film and music and opening up a path for her to learn.

Ha Ji-young continued, "It was an expensive class taken by 15 people together. I later found out that unni Hye-soo paid the entire lesson fees for it. She has not even used informal language with me for 20 years. She is someone I deeply respect, and she is my universe," expressing her profound admiration.

She added that gaining knowledge through those classes was a tremendous help in her successful return as a professional event host.

Kim Hye-soo is widely known as a representative icon of good deeds in the entertainment industry. Her meticulous care and quiet support have once again warmed hearts by serving as a solid pillar of strength for a junior in despair.

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Actor Cha Tae-hyun unveils a special office backed by his star-studded connections.

On the SBS Friday variety show "My Genie Secretary", airing on the 4th (Friday) at 11:10 PM, actor Cha Tae-hyun appears as a "my star," serving as an agency CEO and active guest vocalist for the "Amutta Band."

On this day, Cha Tae-hyun shows off his exceptional friendships while introducing his office to the My Genie Secretary hosts. In particular, a large collection of expensive household items gifted by close friends such as "National MC" Yu Jae-seok and actor Park Bo-young are revealed, drawing admiration on set.

Following this, the scene of the Amutta Band's Bucheon concert is depicted. Transforming back into his "oppa mode" after a long time, Cha Tae-hyun passionately sang his hit song "I Love You" with band live accompaniment, drawing sing-alongs from the audience and making the venue enthusiastic.

However, right before the stage, an unexpected emergency occurred as Cha Tae-hyun broke into a cold sweat, eventually leading to a critical situation where even the My Genie Secretary hosts were urgently called onto the stage. Attention is focused on the behind-the-scenes moments that plunged the concert venue into tension.

"My Genie Secretary," featuring Cha Tae-hyun's colorful day, airs at 11:10 PM on Friday, the 4th. 

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Actor Lee Jung-eun is set to undergo a striking transformation as the head of a doctor staffing agency armed with a capitalist smile.

Ahead of its premiere on Friday, October 9, SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia" (written by Pyun Sung-keun, directed by Lee Jung-rim) released its first stills of actor Lee Jung-eun, who plays Jang Hee-sook, on the 3rd.

"Doctor X" follows the story of Gae Su-jung (played by Kim Ji-won), a genius surgeon with uncompromising skills who shatters massive absurdities as the "mad dog of the operating room." It is drawing high expectations as the first medical genre in the SBS Cider Universe.

Jang Hee-sook, the character played by Lee Jung-eun, is the money-obsessed head of a doctor staffing agency. While she appears fussy and materialistic on the surface, she is actually a clever strategist who drives business through smooth social skills. She dispatches agency top-tier ace Gae Su-jung to Guseo University Hospital and takes charge of cleaning up unexpected incidents.

In the released stills, Lee Jung-eun displays seasoned sales skills with a capitalist smile and polite posture designed to disarm the opponent's caution. On the other hand, in the surgery observation room and at the negotiation table, she sheds all smiles and radiates a cold gaze, showcasing a twist of aura that controls the drama's temperature.

The production team of "Doctor X" stated, "Lee Jung-eun has completed a unique Jang Hee-sook by skillfully crossing the boundaries of playfulness and seriousness. Please pay attention to Lee Jung-eun's charm, which will add thrilling fun to the drama." They added, "In particular, the unique relationship that Lee Jung-eun and Kim Ji-won will create is another key point to watch. Beyond simple contract partners, the two form a strange bond resembling an aunt and niece at times. Please look forward to the unique wo-mance chemistry they will showcase."

"Doctor X" will premiere on Friday, October 9 at 9:50 PM. 

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Director Lee Chang-dong of the Netflix film "Possible Love" has been invited to the Spotlight program of the 49th Mill Valley Film Festival and has simultaneously been selected as the first Korean to win the Auteur Award.

Organized by the California Film Institute, the Mill Valley Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the United States. The Spotlight program, to which "Possible Love" has been invited, highlights the latest works of artists who have forged distinctive artistic worlds. The Auteur Award bestowed alongside this honors Director Lee Chang-dong's unique cinematic world and achievements.

This award follows his recent honor at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, where he received the TIFF Ebert Director Award, further proving his explosive global attention.

Alongside the award news, Netflix released the teaser poster for "Possible Love" on the 3rd.

"Possible Love" tells the story of a laid-off worker couple and a documentary director couple who meet for a project and confront each other's different lives and hidden desires. The teaser poster captures the subtle emotional lines of Mi-ok (Jeon Do-yeon), Ho-seok (Sul Kyung-gu), Sang-woo (Zo In-sung), and Ye-ji (Cho Yeo-jeong), drawing attention. The image of the four characters harboring their own gazes and thoughts on the beach at dawn stimulates curiosity.

"Possible Love," Director Lee Chang-dong's new work presented after 8 years, has been invited to the competition section of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, which opened on the 2nd (local time), for its premiere screening. In Korea, it will be released in theaters on the 23th, followed by a release on Netflix on November 6.

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Singer LIM YOUNGWOONG radiated unmatched charisma, raising anticipation for his new album.

On the morning of the 3rd, the cover image for his special digital album "IM HERO 10" was revealed through his official social media channels.

In the revealed cover, LIM YOUNGWOONG wore a leather jacket, held a helmet in one hand, and ran his fingers through his hair, creating an intense atmosphere different from before.

This special album, "IM HERO 10", is filled with a total of 10 tracks, including the title track "Ddo Ddo", which LIM YOUNGWOONG participated in writing and composing himself. In particular, it is set to showcase an even richer musical spectrum by featuring remake tracks such as his debut song "Miwoyo" and signature hit "Love Always Runs Away".

Meanwhile, LIM YOUNGWOONG's new song performances will be unveiled for the first time at his 2026 concert "IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2", held from the 4th to the 6th at the Goyang Stadium Main Stadium. The music video for the title track "ToTo", which previously sparked hot buzz with the appearance of his pet dog Siwoli, will be pre-released on the 7th at 6:16 PM, one day before the album release. All tracks of the special album "IM HERO 10" will be released through various music sites on the 8th at 6:00 PM.

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Group RIIZE spread a positive influence by donating 100 million won to celebrate their 3rd anniversary.

RIIZE, who will celebrate their 3rd anniversary on the 4th, delivered a donation of 100 million won to Samsung Medical Center on the 3rd under the name of their official fan club, BRIIZE, to repay the love and support they have received from fans.

This donation is scheduled to be used to support surgery and treatment costs for vulnerable child and adolescent patients.

RIIZE shared their thoughts, saying, "We believe we are growing into better artists thanks to the fans who have supported our dreams," and added, "We want to be artists who can share the love we've received and provide a little help to places that need hope."

Over the years, RIIZE has brought warmth by continuously engaging in sharing through supporting cultural, artistic, biomedical, and social welfare fields that encourage the dreams of children and adolescents, as well as providing emergency disaster relief both domestically and internationally.

Meanwhile, RIIZE will hold their 3rd-anniversary fan meeting "Ch. RIIZE : ON AIR" at Inspire Arena in Incheon on the 12th and 13th. 

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Kian84 of "My AI Partner - Strange Love" faces the risk of leaving the show after just three episodes.

In the third episode of the SBS variety show "My AI Partner - Strange Love", airing at 9 p.m. tonight (the 3rd), viewers will see Kian84 and AI Na-hee go on a 2-day, 1-night date, a new human representative Lee Yu-bi begin her AI dating experiment, and the appearance of new AI "game-changer" contestants who will shake up the dynamics.

During their date on this day, Kian84 is taken aback when AI Na-hee delivers blunt criticism about his variety show style, saying it flows too predictably, but he soon finds himself resonating with her and quickly becoming captivated. However, the situation completely reverses when it is revealed that the choice lies with the AI, not the human. Because his dating experiment will end immediately if he is not chosen, Kian84 cannot hide his nervous tension in front of Na-hee, remarking, "This feels surreal. It does not feel like a machine."

Meanwhile, Lee Yu-bi, stepping up as the new human representative, chooses her final partner among the AI male candidate options and draws laughter with her honest remark, "I chose based on looks." Feeling a flutter of excitement from unexpected comments made by her AI partner during their date, Lee Yu-bi dives deeply into the experience, even revealing her inner thoughts by saying, "I wish he were a human."

Amidst this, an AI game-changer contestant—whom even the MCs acknowledged as a top contender for sweep votes in dating shows—appears, making Kian84's heart confused once again. An AI game-changer who is the perfect ideal type is also introduced for Lee Yu-bi, foreshadowing major changes in both of their AI dating experiments.

The third episode of "Strange Love" will air tonight (the 3rd) at 9 p.m.

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Group CORTIS departs for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the morning of September 3 for their concert tour schedule.

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Group CORTIS is departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the morning of September 3 for their concert tour schedule.

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Actor Ji Ye-eun and dancer Vata (real name Kim Tae-hyun), who are getting married on December 12, have shared their personal thoughts on their upcoming wedding.

On the 2nd, Ji Ye-eun took to her social media to share the wedding news, writing, "I am getting married" and "I have found someone I want to spend forever with."

Introducing Vata as "someone who is always on my side and helps me realize the happiness we share together," Ji Ye-eun added, "We will become a reliable support for each other and live a healthy and happy life."

At the same time, Vata also announced the wedding on social media, writing, "I am going to marry the most precious person in my life." He expressed his affection for Ji Ye-eun by saying, "She is a gift-like person who looks at me as I am and loves me. She is such a thankful person who taught me what love is, as I have only known work."

He added an affectionate message, saying, "We will rely on each other and live happily and cutely together in the future."

On this day, representatives from both agencies, CP Entertainment and ARA, stated, "The two are beginning a new journey as a married couple based on deep trust and love. We ask for your warm congratulations and support for their future."

Born in the same year, 1994, the two started as church friends before developing into a romantic relationship, and they are now seeing their public romance bear fruit after 8 months.

Meanwhile, Ji Ye-eun is actively promoting as a variety show trend through Coupang Play's "SNL Korea" and SBS's "Running Man", while We Dem Boyz leader Vata is a famous choreographer who finished as the runner-up on Mnet's "Street Man Fighter" and created choreography for ZICO's "New Thing" and JENNIE's "Like JENNIE".

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The movie "The Intern" has signaled box office success by recording the highest advance ticket sales among films targeting the Chuseok holiday.

According to the Korean Film Council's advance ticket sales figures on the afternoon of the 2nd, "The Intern" ranked second overall with an 8% reservation rate and 44,000 advance tickets sold. While there is a significant gap with the No. 1 film "The Odyssey" (55.4%, 300,000 tickets), it narrowly edged out its contemporaneous competitor "The Assassin(s)" (7.9%, 43,000 tickets).

"The Intern" is scheduled to open on September 16, and "The Assassin(s)" on September 23, setting up a Chuseok season showdown. Other competitors such as "Possible Love" and "REAWAKEN MAN: THE RED" have not yet opened ticket sales.

"The Intern" tells the story of an office life that transcends generations and ranks, beginning when Kiho (Choi Minsik), a 37-year-old silver intern, joins the company of Sunwoo (Han So-hee), who rapidly emerged as a dark horse in the fashion world three years after launch. It is a remake of the Hollywood film of the same name.

Ahead of its release, the first and second trailers surpassed a combined 20 million views, proving high interest from prospective audiences. As the earliest releasing film among the Chuseok lineup, "The Intern" will unveil itself through a press and distribution screening on the 4th. Depending on the reviews and reactions after the film is revealed, its reservation rate and ticket sales are likely to rise further.

"The Intern" can be met in theaters on September 16. 

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CHANGBIN of the group Stray Kids is departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the morning of the 3rd to attend an overseas schedule.

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Actor Sul Kyung-gu opened up about the intense action scenes and his extraordinary self-management routine for "Mousetrap".

During a press interview held at a cafe in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of the 2nd, Sul Kyung-gu shared behind-the-scenes stories of pulling off rugged action sequences in "Mousetrap" (written by Lee Jae-gon, directed by Kim Hong-sun).

Based on the webtoon of the same name, "Mousetrap" is a chase thriller that follows novelist "Moon-jae" (played by Ryu Jun Yeol), whose name, face, and life are entirely stolen by a mysterious entity known as "Mousetrap," alongside loan shark "No-ja" (played by Sul Kyung-gu), who tries to recover lost money, and detective "Soon-yong" (played by Lee Kyoo-hyung), as they track down the true identity of Mousetrap. In the series, Sul Kyung-gu plays No-ja, a loan shark who stops at nothing to achieve his goals, charmingly portraying a multi-dimensional character that is both rugged and subtly human.

On this day, Sul Kyung-gu playfully complained about how the high-difficulty action scenes were concentrated on him. He laughed as he said, "Moon-jae gets choked and passes out early on, just falling asleep. I always had to clean up and resolve everything. I even complained, saying, 'Why aren't the young friends doing this instead of me?'"

He continued, "However, cleaning up the mess was also fun. The martial arts director was someone I worked with on "Kill Boksoon," so he knew my limitations and was considerate. Rather than intricate techniques, I completed the action by playing to my strengths of pushing through with raw power."

In particular, regarding the fighting scene where No-ja is ambushed in a cramped car and takes down thugs, he expressed his apologies, saying, "That action scene was really difficult. Because the space was so tight, the actors matching movements with me actually hit me sometimes. I want to apologize and say I'm truly sorry."

Born in 1967 and turning 60 this year, Sul Kyung-gu also honestly confessed about the reasons and pressures behind still taking on high-intensity action at a mature age.

He revealed his true feelings, saying, "I actually worry about it. Especially since there were many running scenes at night, I worried about getting hurt even with all the safety gear in place. Stepping wrongly on something like bamboo could twist an ankle, so I had to be careful." He then stated his firm belief, "Once given a role, you have to pull it off. The story is interesting, and action enriches the drama, which is why I do it. I think age and action don't have much to do with each other."

Behind these action performances was his thorough self-management. Regarding jump-roping, known as his signature routine, Sul Kyung-gu said, "I do it without fail every single day, missing only about a dozen times a year. It has become a habit and routine to the point where I would feel crazy if I didn't do it."

He proved his dedication to physical conditioning by sharing, "Before heading out to the filming set, I somehow manage to jump rope and then leave. Even if I go out of town for filming for just a single day, my luggage remains the same: a sauna suit, tights, sneakers, and a jump rope. The accommodation must definitely have a washing machine."

Meanwhile, all 10 episodes of "Mousetrap" were released worldwide through Netflix on the 28th of last month. According to FlixPatrol on the 2nd, "Mousetrap" continues its unstoppable global box office run, ranking 6th globally among TV shows just four days after its release, and placing 5th in the non-English TV show category on Netflix globally.

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ANNA of the group MEOVV is departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the morning of September 3 to attend the Charles & Keith Japan flagship event.

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CHANGBIN of the group Stray Kids is departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the morning of the 3rd to attend an overseas schedule.

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Influencer Song Zia attends the photo wall event for the "2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week" held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Jung-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of September 2, striking a chic pose.

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HONDA HITOMI of the group SAY MY NAME poses for the cameras at the photo wall event for the 2027 S/S Seoul Fashion Week, held on the afternoon of September 2 at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Jung-gu, Seoul.

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