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"Whenever Possible" took first place among Tuesday variety shows, fueled by the unique chemistry between 93-line best friends, actor Yoo Seung-ho and DAY6's Young K, along with dopamine-boosting games.

According to Nielsen Korea, a ratings research company, on the 16th, the previous day's broadcast of SBS "Whenever Possible" recorded a peak viewership rating of 4%, 3.1% for households, and 1% for 20-49 viewership, sweeping first place in its time slot and across all Tuesday variety shows.

In this broadcast, the two MCs Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok were joined by guests Yoo Seung-ho and Young K as they sought out spare moments in the Cheongdam-dong area. The two, who formed a bond through a DAY6 music video, showed off their heartwarming friendship by saying, "We are connected even without speaking."

Young K drew laughter by revealing his exceptional appetite, sharing, "Not long ago, I ate budae-jjigae with four packs of ramen noodles added. Back when I was a trainee, I once refilled my rice eight times at an all-you-can-eat restaurant and got scolded by the owner." He also shared his hidden struggles, saying, "If I wasn't a singer, I wouldn't have this body. I usually have to control myself so I don't eat at all. That's why I'm always hungry."

Yoo Seung-ho, who is in his 29th year since debut, also drew attention with his honest confessions. Yoo Seung-ho made people realize the passage of time as he said, "In the past, everyone was an older brother or older sister, but now I'm the one being called a senior." He also drew laughter by sharing an unexpected adjustment period, saying, "In the past, we had a lot of all-night shoots, but nowadays they finish right on time, so I thought, 'This will be a piece of cake,' but I adapted so quickly that as soon as the shoot ended, I immediately felt tired."

The first "gap" owner was a beauty shop makeup artist who worked with Young K early in his debut. The game played here was "One Shot! Closing," which involved flicking a bottle cap to close a cosmetic case. Yoo Seung-ho hit the target right as he started, leading to a stage one success, and played a decisive role up to stage two. When Yoo Yeonseok alone succeeded in stage three instead of Young K, Young K burst into bright laughter and made the older members roar with laughter by saying, "I didn't do anything, but I like it anyway!"

The next "gap" owner was a trio of pastry chefs who appeared at the application of their mother. The game was "Land in the Chef's Hat!", which involved bouncing a ping-pong ball into a chef's hat. The four people broke through stages one and two back-to-back in just two tries. Yoo Seung-ho, who became a "match practical expert" by successfully making consecutive shots in actual practice, brought the set to laughter by kneeling down and pleading with tension reaching its peak for stage three mission where group success was on the line, saying, "I can't do the challenge. It's too scary." In the end, they unfortunately failed until the final trial, and Yoo Seung-ho caused laughter until the end as he fidgeted, saying, "My heart just got ahead of me. I'm so sorry, I can't look at the owner."

Meanwhile, "Whenever Possible," which shined with the cheerful energy of Yoo Seung-ho and Young K, airs every Tuesday at 9 PM. However, next week's episode will be preempted due to the broadcast of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.

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The blockbuster romance fantasy Disney+ original series "The Remarried Empress" has officially unveiled its main poster and main trailer.

"The Remarried Empress" is an epic romance fantasy chronicle depicting Navier (played by Shin Mina), the flawless empress of the Eastern Empire, who is blindsided by a divorce demand from Emperor Sovieshu (played by Ju Ji-hoon) after he becomes infatuated with runaway slave Rashta (played by Lee Seyoung). Accepting the split without hesitation, Navier instead demands royal approval to remarry Prince Heinrey (played by Lee Jong-suk) of the Western Kingdom.

The main poster, released on September 16, captures the intricately tangled web connecting the four leads set against the imperial throne. The stark contrast between Heinrey clasping hands with Navier as she stares ahead with steady resolve, and Sovieshu keeping his eyes on Navier while offering his other hand to Rashta, teases an intense royal scandal brewing at court.

The accompanying main trailer vividly depicts the unraveling of Navier and Sovieshu's once-flawless marriage following the sudden appearance of Rashta. Heinrey, who offers the heartbroken Navier a fresh, new alternative, and Sovieshu, who eventually delivers the shocking declaration, "I must divorce the Empress," push the drama's tension to a fever pitch.

Navier's sharp counterstrike—remaining calm in the face of Sovieshu's declaration, readily granting the divorce while instantly demanding approval to remarry Heinrey—delivers an exhilarating sense of satisfaction and significantly heightens anticipation for the series.

Promising stunning visuals and a captivating grand narrative that redefine K-romance fantasy, "The Remarried Empress" is slated to premiere worldwide on Disney+ on November 4.

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SBS broadcaster Bae Sung-jae and commentators Park Joo-ho and Chang Ji-hyun vividly delivered South Korea's 4-1 resounding victory against Qatar through in-depth tactical analysis and sharp, critical commentary.

According to audience rating research company Nielsen Korea on the 15th, the Group D match of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games men's football between South Korea and Qatar, live-broasted by SBS the previous day, proved high interest by recording 0.9% in the Seoul metropolitan area and 0.8% nationwide among the 2049 demographic, an indicator of young viewers.

During the broadcast, commentator Park Joo-ho, an Asian Games gold medalist, truly shone with his unfiltered, refreshing analysis and sharp predictions. Commentator Park Joo-ho noticed Eom Ji-sung and Bae Jun-ho's top physical condition right from the pre-match warmup, and Eom Ji-sung actually delivered an explosive performance by scoring a hat-trick in the first half alone.

In particular, commentator Park Joo-ho's point that the team needed to widen the defensive line to secure space immediately led to Eom Ji-sung's opening goal, earning praise as "psychic commentary." The sequence leading up to the fourth goal in the second half also proved the true value of his tactical analysis when he accurately pinpointed the flank early cross pattern right before Kim Myung-jun scored.

Even when the momentum had tilted, commentator Park Joo-ho's composure remained unwavering. Even with a 4-0 lead, he called for focus, saying, "The players don't need to get excited and must judge calmly," and did not hold back on bitter overall reviews, including pointing out the lapse in defensive concentration right before the final whistle.

SBS, combining broadcaster Bae Sung-jae's thrilling delivery, commentator Chang Ji-hyun's precise analysis, and commentator Park Joo-ho's on-the-ground refreshing commentary, is scheduled to live-broadcast the Group D second match between South Korea and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, the 22nd.

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Prosecutors have taken steps to preserve assets owned by Kim Se-ui, head of the YouTube channel Hover Lab, who was arrested and indicted on charges of defaming actor Kim Soo-hyun, in an effort to recover suspected criminal proceeds.

The Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office’s Criminal Proceeds Recovery Department, led by Senior Prosecutor So Jung-su, announced on Sept. 15 that it had completed the registration of a provisional seizure on land owned by Kim on Sept. 10, in connection with suspected criminal proceeds totaling 169.4 million won.

A provisional seizure is a court-ordered measure that freezes a defendant’s assets before a criminal case is finalized, preventing the defendant from concealing or disposing of the assets. The seizure or provisional seizure is then recorded on the property registry.

The Criminal Proceeds Recovery Department said that after Kim’s arrest, it worked with the Women and Children’s Crime Investigation Division 2 to identify a larger amount of suspected criminal proceeds than the amount initially identified by police.

Police had previously estimated the proceeds at about 5.44 million won and applied for a provisional seizure. However, the court rejected the request on June 25, citing the relatively small amount of proceeds compared with the value of the real estate and finding that asset preservation was unnecessary.

Following a further investigation, prosecutors determined that Kim had received at least 54.4 million won in donations and earned at least 115 million won in advertising revenue from content related to the alleged defamation of Kim Soo-hyun. Prosecutors subsequently sought a provisional seizure of Kim’s assets, and the court granted the request.

Kim was arrested and indicted on June 23 on charges of uploading YouTube videos between March and December last year that portrayed Kim Soo-hyun as having been in a six-year relationship with the late Kim Sae-ron, beginning when she was 15, despite the absence of such a relationship. Prosecutors allege that he used arbitrarily edited KakaoTalk chat screenshots and fabricated audio recordings to make the relationship appear genuine.

At the first preparatory hearing held on Sept. 11 before Criminal Division 26 of the Seoul Central District Court, Kim’s legal team denied all charges and asked the court to acquit him.

Meanwhile, following Kim’s arrest, Hover Lab has continued operating its YouTube channel, with individuals including music director Lee Han, who composed and arranged the music for the musical "Park Chung-hee," helping run the channel.

In a letter from prison, Kim appealed for help, saying, "Even the money deposited into my prison account has been provisionally seized, so I don’t even have money to buy bottled water, toilet paper, toothpaste or a toothbrush." He also said, "Hover Lab’s donations have fallen to one-tenth of their previous level, and last month the director couldn’t even receive his salary."

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The court has accepted the injunction filed by EXO members CHEN, BAEKHYUN, and XIUMIN (hereafter CBX) to suspend the effectiveness of their exclusive contracts with agency INB100, citing unpaid settlements.

On the 15th, the 50th Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court (Presiding Judge Lee Sang-hoon) granted the injunction application filed by CBX against INB100. As a result, the effectiveness of the exclusive contracts will be suspended until the first-instance ruling on the main lawsuit for confirmation of the non-existence of the exclusive contracts.

The court stated, "While INB100 had the obligation to pay settlement amounts according to the contracts when profits were generated from CBX's entertainment activities, it has not done so to date. The mutual trust has been broken due to INB100's attributable faults."

The court added, "The fundamental trust underlying the contracts has collapsed, making it difficult to further maintain a normal exclusive relationship. If the main judgment on the validity of the contracts is prolonged, CBX's independent entertainment activities during the remaining contract period will be severely restricted." It further noted, "This goes beyond the simple economic aspect of a contractual relationship and risks seriously infringing upon constitutional fundamental rights, such as CBX's freedom of career choice and freedom of activity."

Previously, CBX notified INB100 of the termination of their exclusive contracts in March and April due to unpaid contract fees and settlements. When the company did not respond, they filed the injunction application to suspend the effectiveness of the exclusive contracts along with a lawsuit to confirm the non-existence of the exclusive contracts on the 18th of last month.

INB100 is a company established by BAEKHYUN in June 2023, and it was incorporated into One Hundred Label, led by CEO Cha Ga-won, in May of the following year. CEO Cha was indicted and detained last August on fraud charges involving tens of billions of won, with her first public trial scheduled for the 13th of next month. Singers such as Lee Seung-gi, Lee Mujin, and THE BOYZ have also successively notified the agency of exclusive contract terminations, citing unpaid settlements and other reasons.

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Yoo Seung-ho and Young K looked back on their early days as rookies.

On the September 15 broadcast of SBS's "Whenever Possible", actor Yoo Seung-ho and singer Young K appeared as gap friends, catching the viewers' attention.

During the broadcast, the Yoo brothers successfully led the first gap mission alongside Yoo Seung-ho and Young K. The four of them then headed out for lunch with light hearts.

They went to a nostalgic home-style meal restaurant. In particular, Yu Jae-seok greeted the owner warmly and said, "It has been so long since I came here. I really haven't been here in a long time."

Yoo Yeonseok also drew attention by revealing that it was a place he frequently visited during his rookie days. Young K added that memories from his early debut days were coming back to him vividly.

Watching this, Yoo Seung-ho shared, "Back in the day, when I went to set, everyone was a noona or a hyung, but at some point, everyone started calling me hyung-nim and oppa." In response, Young K and Yoo Yeonseok said, "Since you debuted so long ago, most people are your juniors now." Yoo Seung-ho then surprised everyone by revealing that he started working in 1998, marking his 29th year in the industry.

As Yoo Seung-ho mentioned that he was just a clueless kid back then, Yu Jae-seok asked, "You don't remember everything from when you were little, do you?" Yoo Seung-ho replied, "I don't remember everything, but I do remember the projects that left a strong impression," adding, "As you know, the sets were tough back then."

Hearing this, Yoo Yeonseok and Yu Jae-seok sympathized, calling it "an era of lawlessness." Yoo Seung-ho then recalled the grueling and harsh filming environments where even minors were not spared.

He continued, "The environment has gotten really good these days. While filming a drama about a chaebol detective, it was almost my first time experiencing such an improved set. When I was young, it was fine to pull all-nighters for three days and keep filming, but now, even with the better environment where we finish filming and get to go home right on time when night falls, I get so tired and exhausted," expressing his amazement at how much things have changed and bringing laughter to the set.

Hearing Yoo Seung-ho's story, Young K also reflected on his own fierce past. Yu Jae-seok commented, "DAY6 wasn't a group that was widely known to the public at first, but their past songs suddenly climbed back up the charts and gained tremendous popularity. Life is truly mysterious," and asked how long after his debut he finally started receiving public attention.

Young K recalled his long nameless period, saying, "You Were Beautiful entered the charts six years after its release." Yu Jae-seok responded, "Since you had such great songs and skills, it seems like synergy was created when the attention finally poured in," bringing mutual empathy.

On this day, the meal bill was decided through a ladder game. Yu Jae-seok, the eldest of the group, drew the losing spot, drawing cheers from the younger members.

Additionally, Yoo Seung-ho caught attention by being selected to pay for dessert through a card draw. Among the flashy cards, the restaurant owner drew the most ordinary card, leading Yoo Seung-ho to voice his grievance with a laugh, saying, "Wait, all the other cards are good ones, and only mine is ordinary."

Meanwhile, at the end of the broadcast, Byun Yohan, known for his unmatched competitive spirit, was previewed to appear as a gap friend alongside Roh Jae-won from the movie "Tazza 4", raising anticipation for the next episode.

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DAY6 member Young K shared a story highlighting his massive appetite.

On the September 15 broadcast of the SBS program "Whenever Possible", actor Yoo Seung-ho and singer Young K appeared as special guests, capturing viewers' attention.

During the broadcast, Young K showed extensive knowledge of Cheongdam-dong, where JYP Entertainment's former headquarters was once located. Walking down the streets of Cheongdam-dong, where he spent his days as a trainee, he reminisced about the past.

Hearing this, Yu Jae-seok also joined in, saying, "There are a lot of good restaurants around here too. There was a really good Korean meal restaurant," and named the nostalgic eatery. Upon hearing it, Young K and Yoo Yeonseok nodded in recognition, while Yoo Seung-ho, who is from Gyeonggi Province, felt left out and asked, "Why am I the only one who doesn't know?"

Young K then continued listing nostalgic restaurants, saying, "If you know Guirang Neobirang, you've been around for a long time, and next is Golmok Sikdang." He added, "I actually got scolded at Golmok Sikdang. They offered unlimited refills on rice, so I ate a lot without reading the room and got yelled at."

In response, Yu Jae-seok said, "Younghyun is a big eater. He eats a lot." Hearing this, Young K surprised everyone by revealing, "I ordered one soybean paste stew and added eight extra bowls of rice."

Watching this, Yu Jae-seok asked Yoo Seung-ho if he eats a lot. Yoo Seung-ho brought laughter by replying, "I thought I ate a lot too, but seeing Younghyun makes me feel like a very light eater."

Young K mentioned that three days ago he ate army stew with four packs of ramen noodles added. Upon hearing this, Yoo Seung-ho expressed his amazement by asking, "Where does all the food go? It is fascinating," to which Young K drew attention by saying, "I usually don't eat. That is why I am always hungry."

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Yoo Seung-ho and Young K revealed why they decided to appear on the show.

On the September 15 broadcast of the SBS variety show "Whenever Possible", actor Yoo Seung-ho and singer Young K appeared as gap friends, drawing attention.

During the broadcast, the two shared that they are same-age friends born in 1993. Yoo Seung-ho explained how they became close, saying, "We became connected and close after I appeared in a DAY6 music video."

In response, Young K playfully remarked, "He appeared in the 'Welcome to the Show' music video. He really brought that song to life."

Hearing this, Yu Jae-seok asked, "Did you guys just show up today without any promotions?" Yoo Seung-ho replied, "I wrapped up all filming for the drama 'Flex X Cop 2', which is currently airing, back in July."

Then Young K said, "I came out as someone's friend, Seung-ho's friend." When Yu Jae-seok asked about his comeback plans, Young K answered, "I've already finished my solo promotions," revealing that two people who had just wrapped up their work came out together, bringing laughter to everyone.

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Who are the gap friends who left the Yu Brothers puzzled?

On the September 15 broadcast of the SBS program "Whenever Possible", the Yu Brothers were shown looking bewildered by the appearance of the gap friends.

On this day, Yoo Yeonseok said about the gap friends, "According to the information I heard, it's an actor who once worked on a project with me," adding, "They're part of the cast of the movie "Tazza". It's Byun Yohan and Roh Jae-won, right?"

In response, the production team showed subtle smiles, and Yoo Yeonseok acted boastful, saying, "I don't know why they're trying to hide it. I'm practically a Tazza right now."

Yoo Yeonseok was greatly taken aback when the actual gap friends appeared. Contrary to his expectations, the gap friends turned out to be actor Yoo Seung-ho and singer Young K.

Afterward, Yoo Yeonseok looked flustered and said, "No, I got a tip on who was appearing in a movie opening these days," prompting Yu Jae-seok to crack everyone up by scolding him with, "Where on earth did you get such rotten intelligence?"

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Singer and actor KIM DOYEON poses at a photo wall event for a fashion brand held at Seokpajeong Seoul Museum in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of the 15th.

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Broadcaster and former mixed martial arts fighter Kim Dong-hyun has joined the ranks of entertainment's well-known celebrity parents with many children after welcoming his fourth son.

On the 15th, Kim Dong-hyun shared the news of his fourth son's birth through his social media, writing, "D+0 3.21kg, the fourth miracle of our family has been born. Both the mother and the baby are healthy."

He continued with deep emotion, "Moms are truly great. I am so thankful and I love my wife, who went through so much," adding, "Now our family has become six members. I will live happily and well with a grateful heart."

In the released photo, the fourth son drew attention by boasting facial features that strongly resembled his father, Kim Dong-hyun, even though he was only a day old.

Meanwhile, Kim Dong-hyun married non-celebrity Song Ha-yul, who is six years his junior, in 2018, and they previously had one son and two daughters. By welcoming his fourth son on this day, he has built a bustling family with two sons and two daughters.

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The film "The Assassin(s)" has drawn enthusiastic praise from international media and critics following its screening at the Toronto International Film Festival, raising expectations for its Chuseok box office performance.

Invited to the Gala Presentation section of the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, "The Assassin(s)" was first introduced to local film industry insiders on the 11th through press and market screenings ahead of its four official public screenings.

Local media poured praise on "The Assassin(s)," which tracks mysteries in modern South Korean history from a reporter's perspective. Following the screenings, glowing reviews continued for director Hur Jin-ho's direction, which urgently depicts the process of unearthing the case, such as "A propulsive thriller that captivates audiences" (Screen Daily), "The best newsroom thriller in Korea" (The Korea Herald), and "A high-tension thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat from start to finish" (Movie Moves Me). In addition, reviews like "Direction that generously showcases genre pleasures and the solid acting of veteran actors!" (Next Best Picture) highlighted the passionate performances of the actors that drive the immersion of the story.

Furthermore, reviews such as "A meticulously crafted investigative thriller that follows the process of uncovering the truth" (Mainly Movies (podcast)) also highly praised the robust narrative completion that emerges as detective Chul-gu (Yoo Hai-jin), newspaper city desk chief Jae-hwan (Park Hae-il), and rookie reporter Young-il (Lee Minho) approach a single case in different ways.

Attention is also gathering on the courage of the characters and the message embedded in the work. Reviews such as "A story fueled by its topical relevance" (But Why Tho?) and "An exceptional story about courageous people who hold onto clues and dig deeper" (Regionfree) focused on the characters who take action rather than turning away from questions and the thematic consciousness revealed through them. The choices of those trying to keep their convictions in their respective positions add emotional depth to the urgent development, delivering resonance across eras and borders. As such passionate reactions pour in from overseas, "The Assassin(s)" is drawing attention as a must-see film for the whole family to enjoy this upcoming Chuseok.

Having successfully completed its press and market screenings, "The Assassin(s)" will meet Toronto audiences through four public screenings. It will hit screens a total of four times: on the 16th at Roy Thomson Hall, on the 17th at the VISA Screening Room at the Princess of Wales Theatre, on the 18th at Scotiabank Theatre Toronto Screen 13, and on the 20th at Scotiabank Theatre Toronto Screen 2. All pre-festival public screening sessions sold out, totaling 4,256 seats, proving the local audience's intense interest in the film.

"The Assassin(s)" is a film that tells the story of tracking the suspicions and behind-the-scenes forces of the First Lady assassination attempt that shocked South Korea on August 15, 1974. It is directed by Hur Jin-ho, who made "One Fine Spring Day", "Christmas in August", and "The Last Princess", and stars Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Minho. The film will be available in theaters on the 23rd.

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Actor Lee Jun-young is maintaining an unstoppable momentum, topping the drama cast buzzworthiness chart for three consecutive weeks despite currently serving in the military.

According to Good Data Corporation's FUNdex, a K-content competitiveness analysis agency, on the 15th, Lee Jun-young of the tvN Saturday-Sunday drama "Four Hands, Two Sonatas" claimed the number one spot in the TV-OTT integrated drama cast buzzworthiness category for the third consecutive week based on the second week of September (September 7 to September 13) survey results.

"Four Hands, Two Sonatas," in which Lee Jun-young plays a leading role, also swept the top spots by ranking first in the TV-OTT integrated drama buzzworthiness category for three straight weeks and first in the TV drama category for two straight weeks, placing both the drama and its star at the summit side by side.

"Four Hands, Two Sonatas" depicts the friendship, love, and competition of youth at an arts high school. Lee Jun-young plays rookie pianist Choi Jung-yo, forming a tense rivalry with Kang Bi-oh, played by Song Kang, and is receiving favorable reviews from viewers for perfectly portraying the character's complex inner self through restrained emotional acting.

In particular, Lee Jun-young, who is currently serving in the military, is drawing even more attention for maintaining the top spot in buzzworthiness for three consecutive weeks without any separate promotional activities, purely through his acting skills and presence within the work. 

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Actor Yoo Seung-ho is drawing anticipation as he is captured dropping to his knees and tearing up during a mission on the SBS variety show "Whenever Possible".

Airing at 10:05 PM on Tuesday the 15th, the SBS variety show "Whenever Possible" features hosts Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok, alongside guests Yoo Seung-ho and DAY6 member Young K, visiting the gaps of time in the Cheongdam-dong area to spread good fortune.

On this day, the four-member crew takes on the mission of landing a ping-pong ball on top of a chef's hat. Contrary to their initial relaxed demeanor, the ping-pong balls stubbornly refusing to go in filled the set with tension, eventually causing Yoo Seung-ho to sweat profusely during practice and even strip off his jacket.

Overwhelmed by the roller-coaster dopamine rushes bursting out, Yoo Seung-ho lost his composure, dropping heavily to his knees and whimpering, "I'm scared of this challenge. I can't live like this," which reportedly sent the set into a burst of laughter.

However, contrary to their pleas that "challenges are scary," Yoo Seung-ho and Young K showed a twist in their skills by cleanly landing the balls into the hats every time they threw them. Impressed by their fantastic accuracy, host Yu Jae-seok couldn't hide his envy and admiration, exclaiming, "These guys become Messi the moment they enter actual play."

The results of the dopamine-exploding mission that brought even 29-year veteran Yoo Seung-ho to his knees will be revealed on "Whenever Possible," airing on Tuesday the 15th. This broadcast will start at 10:05 PM due to the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games men's football broadcast.

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Singer MC Mong, who has been at the center of controversies such as overseas gambling allegations and false accusations regarding Kim Min-jong's alleged gambling, has drawn attention this time by directly handing cash for tuition to a student at a university festival stage.

MC Mong took the final stage at the Kyonggi University festival in Suwon on the 11th. He performed over 10 songs, including his 10th full-length album pre-release track "My Younger Days" (literal title), as well as "Circus", and "Ice Cream", leading the students in sing-alongs.

Near the end of the performance, the previously announced event actually took place. Having previously announced through a TikTok live broadcast that he would deliver scholarships in cash to a university student at the festival, MC Mong asked students who wanted to receive the scholarship to raise their hands, prompting participation by saying, "You shouldn't lie here," and "Don't pretend to have a hard time, humanly speaking." MC Mong also shared his own story, saying, "I got into university in 1998, but because my mom thought we didn't have money, I didn't go to school."

On this day, after hearing the answer, "I work three part-time jobs," MC Mong handed over the prepared cash. Handing over the money, he said, "I don't care, use it on drinks or clothes. But anyway, it's money I received from your school too," adding, "I just want to give it to someone who struck a chord. Please use it for studying."

However, reactions were mixed as videos of the scene were released. While the good deed of supporting tuition received warm reviews, some opinions also emerged that the format of handing out the scholarship in the middle of a performance like a cash event was too light, overshadowing its original purpose.

Meanwhile, MC Mong had been at the center of controversy until recently. In a personal live broadcast last May, he mentioned actor and singer Kim Min-jong by real name, claiming that he was "a member of Baduki gambling and receives tips at a gambling house with tens of millions of won in stakes," but apologized after four months of clearing up the misunderstanding when Kim Min-jong filed a complaint.

Prior to this, MBC's "PD Note" secured testimonies that Cha Ga-won, chairwoman of One Hundred, sent funds for MC Mong's overseas gambling expenses and raised suspicions. MC Mong has refuted these allegations as groundless and is currently running TikTok live broadcasts.

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Comedian Lee Bong-won opened up about how his perspective on marriage and life changed after supporting his wife, Park Mi-sun, through her battle with cancer.

Appearing on Rolling Thunder's YouTube channel released on the 14th, Lee looked back on the moment he first heard about Park's cancer diagnosis. He recalled, "When I first received the news through a text message, my mind went completely blank and I couldn't think of anything. My only thought was that she needed to receive good treatment and get better quickly."

He continued, "Realizing that I hadn't been attentive enough in the past, I made sure to travel up from Cheonan to accompany her to the hospital every time. I hadn't been good at expressing my feelings before, but it made me realize that I should show it much more. After she received such good treatment and we recently started working on a program together, we've been living with a feeling that's different from our newlywed days. It made me realize once again how precious she is."

Lee mentioned that his attitude has changed markedly compared to the past. He shared, "I waited for hours at a famous bakery in Daejeon to buy her a birthday cake, and went on a trip with our son and daughter to set up a fireworks event for her." He added, "I used to drink alcohol about 380 times a year, including daytime drinking, but now I've cut it down to once or twice a week."

He also cleared up rumors surrounding his past business failures. Mentioning that he has been tapped on the back by citizens on the street who told him not to make his wife suffer, Lee added with his signature humor, "I guess many people thought my wife funded all of my business capital. Even though we are a married couple, we were strict about money. I borrowed it, used it, and paid it all back. If I didn't pay it back by the due date, I got a text message. Still, since we're a married couple, I told her I couldn't pay interest."

In addition, Lee candidly confessed that he didn't consult with his wife Park Mi-sun when trying or taking on new challenges, saying, "Even when I went to the Himalayas, I told her the day before, and I told her about the Jjamppong restaurant in Cheonan a week before," bringing laughter as he received playful scoldings from MCs Lee Kyung-shil and Jo Hye-ryun.

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The upcoming semifinals of the special "Handball Cup" jointly planned by SBS "Kick a Goal", the Korea Handball Federation, and SK Hynix ahead of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games will be revealed.

In the Wednesday, September 16 episode of SBS "Kick a Goal", Giants and Top Girl Movement will face off in the semifinals for a ticket to the handball cup finals.

The key point of interest in this match is undoubtedly the tactical battle between senior and junior figures in the handball world, Giants manager Bae Min-hee and Top Girl Movement manager Park Ha-yan.

At the opening, manager Bae Min-hee delivered a sharp provocation to manager Park Ha-yan, who is five years her junior, asking, "Do you even know handball?", and manager Park Ha-yan responded in kind, maintaining a tense standoff.

The strategic battle between the two leaders is also fierce. Manager Bae Min-hee plans to overwhelm her opponent with a "twin pivot" card that maximizes physicality, while manager Park Ha-yan has countered with a "pivot eraser" strategy utilizing speed to thoroughly shut down the opponent's pivot.

The individual title race between the aces is also heating up. Giants Jung Eui-young and Top Girl Movement Kang Bo-ram, who are competing for the scoring title by a mere one-goal margin, will step out to hunt for goals with their pride on the line. In addition, Chaeryina, also known as "Chaejinya" guarding the goal for Top Girl, will be joined by Heo Kyung-hee, the all-around player known as "Hulk" from Giants, who is set to make a surprise appearance on the court to add to the excitement.

The inevitable semifinal big match between the two teams, with a spot in the finals and the scoring title at stake, will be revealed on "Kick a Goal" airing on Wednesday night at 9 PM on September 16.

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Director Na Hong-jin, Zo In-sung, and Jung Hoyeon, the leading figures of the film "HOPE," met local audiences directly through North American promotions.

Kicking off on Monday, September 7, the North American promotional tour for "HOPE" has visited major North American cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, and San Francisco, further heightening interest in the film.

The red carpet event at the New York screening, attended by Director Na Hong-jin, Zo In-sung, and Jung Hoyeon, saw a continuous stream of local media and fans eager to meet the stars in person, highlighting the intense interest surrounding the work. Director Na Hong-jin, Zo In-sung, and Jung Hoyeon responded to the enthusiastic support from local press and fans with bright smiles, elevating the atmosphere at the venue.

During the subsequent stage greeting and Q&A session with the audience, rich discussions about the film unfolded, ranging from the original worldview of "HOPE" to the action sequences that delivered unputdownable immersion. Director Na Hong-jin shared the background of the film's creation and behind-the-scenes production stories, stating, "I made this movie because I wanted to see it in the theater. I didn't want it to be a film within the predictable range for the audience, so when it seemed like they would predict what's next, I edited and designed it by changing genres or adding comedy."

Zo In-sung expressed his strong trust in Director Na Hong-jin, saying, "I took on the role because I desperately wanted to work with Director Na Hong-jin." Meanwhile, Jung Hoyeon drew the audience's attention by sharing her thoughts on the filming process, stating, "It was an enjoyable project because I was able to try many things I hadn't done before and expand my imagination."

Following New York, the special meetings with local audiences continued in LA and Chicago, and Director Na Hong-jin is scheduled to visit Austin and San Francisco in turn to meet audiences at local theaters.

Released across North America on the 9th, "HOPE" recorded 5 million dollars in revenue in its opening week alone. The release scale spanned 1,560 screens across North America. This marks the largest North American release scale for a Korean film since "Parasite," proving the high local interest and expectations for the film.

In particular, as it is unprecedented for a non-English Asian live-action film to break into the top 10 of the North American weekend box office, "HOPE" demonstrated high competitiveness in the North American market by recording box office revenues of around 5 million dollars in its opening week.

Enthusiastic praise from influential local media outlets has also followed the North American release of "HOPE." The New York Times praised Director Na Hong-jin's unmatched directing skills, stating, "Director Na Hong-jin transforms high-speed driving, racing, and even a horseback riding scene into something as elegant as ballet," while the San Francisco Chronicle commended, "The master's touch evident in pacing, twists, and action."

The Daily Beast praised the nonstop, fast-paced action, stating, "Overwhelming imagination and artistry with an unstoppable drive," and Chicago Reader lauded, "Effectively elevates the film's energy through continuous movement."

"HOPE" begins as Beom-seok, the head of the Hopohang branch office located in the Demilitarized Zone, hears news from local youths about the appearance of a tiger, throwing the entire village into a state of emergency as he encounters an unbelievable reality. Released in July, the film drew 4.65 million moviegoers domestically.

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SOYEON of the group i-dle has swept music charts with a steep upward trend.

Released on September 7, the title track "I'm gonna TOESA (Narr. Kian84)" from i-dle member SOYEON's (MIYEON, MINNIE, SOYEON, YUQI, SHUHUA) 1st full-length album "What a Wonderful Life" has steadily risen right after its release, aiming for the top tiers of the charts.

"I'm gonna TOESA (Narr. Kian84)" has established itself as a new office worker anthem, loved for its relatable yet warm melody and honest lyrics. As of the 15th, it secured spots within the top 10 on major domestic platform charts, ranking 6th on the Melon Top 100 chart, 2nd on the Genie real-time chart, 2nd on the FLO chart, and 4th on the Bugs real-time chart. In addition, following its 15th place finish on the Melon daily chart as of the previous day, it climbed to the upper ranks of the daily charts on Bugs, VIBE, and Genie, ranking 7th, 8th, and 10th respectively.

With challenges done alongside figures like Lee Sang-mi from Ex and Kian84 drawing significant attention, responses on social media are also heating up. "I'm gonna TOESA (Narr. Kian84)" claimed the number one spot on Instagram's trending audio chart. It is also demonstrating solid popularity by ranking 4th on YouTube's weekly popular songs chart. Furthermore, it achieved fervent responses across music platforms and social media by topping YouTube's trending music, daily popular music video, and daily Shorts popular songs charts.

Its momentum is also extraordinary in Greater China. It ranked number one on QQ Music's bestseller digital album comprehensive daily chart and its Korean music video chart. In addition, it earned "Double Gold" certification on QQ Music—a title awarded upon surpassing 500,000 yuan in album sales—and also ranked first on Tencent Music's Korea chart, once again proving its unrivaled global influence.

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