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HYBE global group &TEAM has proven their soaring momentum across both Korea and Japan by storming to the top of Japan's Oricon chart with their new Korean release, "Mark on Me".

According to the latest chart released by Oricon on September 22 (dated September 21), &TEAM topped the Daily Album Ranking immediately upon the local release of their second Korean mini-album, "Mark on Me".

"Mark on Me" previously shot straight to No. 1 on the Hanteo Chart daily album ranking, selling 1,224,524 copies on its first day of release in Korea (September 8) alone. Its first-week sales reached 1,357,357 copies, surpassing the record set by their first Korean mini-album, "Back to Life" (1,222,022 copies). Starting with their third Japanese single "Go in Blind" released in April last year, followed by their first Korean mini-album "Back to Life," their third Japanese mini-album "We on Fire," and now "Mark on Me," &TEAM has scored four consecutive million-sellers, setting a new career high with every album release.

"Mark on Me" captures the story of the nine members seeking to leave an indelible mark on each other's destinies. The mini-album features a total of six tracks, including the titular title track, "Good Boy," "Love Jang," "Accelerate," "Empty," and "Night to howl!".

&TEAM premiered the performance of their b-side track "Good Boy (Japanese ver.)" at their "Mark on Me" showcase held at Tokyo Garden Theater on September 21, and released the digital track the following day, garnering an enthusiastic response from fans.

Meanwhile, the group will conclude their Asia tour with a grand finale at KSPO Dome in Songpa-gu, Seoul, on October 3–4.

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Actor Nana has taken on her first historical drama role since her debut, playing the character Hee-yeon in the Netflix series "The Scandal".

Released on the 18th, the Netflix series "The Scandal" (directed by Jung Ji-woo / written by Lee Seung-young, Ahn Hye-song) tells the story of Lady Cho (Son Ye-jin), a woman with exceptional talents who is constrained by the limitations placed on women in the Joseon Dynasty, Joseon's greatest playboy Cho-won (Ji Changwook), and a woman named Hee-yeon who gets caught up in their romantic wager.

Hee-yeon, played by Nana, is a young widow who lost her husband even before holding their wedding ceremony. She is a character who lives each day with total resignation in an era where she was not even permitted a life of her own for the sake of chastity and virtue. Though she initially tried not to give her heart to Cho-won when they first met, she showed signs of gradually wavering as their encounters continued. She portrayed the internal conflict between the life she has maintained and her newly sprouted emotions, such as hesitating and ultimately failing to send a reply letter to Cho-won.

In particular, viewers praised the mid-series scene where she delivers the line "I want to live," capturing the pivotal moment when she first desires a life she had previously given up on. Nana stepped through the character's progression, starting from a calm and frail Hee-yeon to gradually opening her heart and clearly revealing her growing desire for life.

However, aside from the plot itself, some critics pointed out that modern makeup elements that felt out of place in a historical setting—particularly Nana's heavily emphasized lips—detracted from their immersion in the story.

In response, Nana spoke out directly through her fan community on Bubble. She stated, "If my lips caused discomfort to viewers, that is my fault," adding, "I think my personal choice was a choice that did not suit me as an actor."

She continued, "I figured that fans who love me would find it painful to see harsh criticism directed at me, and that makes me feel even more sorry. I will work harder so that we can hear good things together in the future," showing a humble attitude in accepting the feedback.

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Actor Yoo Seung-ho showcased a new side of himself through a magazine pictorial filled with a heavy and profound aura.

Fashion and lifestyle magazine Harper's Bazaar released its October issue pictorial featuring actor Yoo Seung-ho, who received rave reviews from viewers for his flawless portrayal of the psychopath artist Yoo Sung-won in the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2," which concluded on September 19.

In the released pictorial, Yoo Seung-ho displayed a strong presence by pulling off everything from suits to leather looks. Expressing his affection for the pictorial shoot in the accompanying interview, Yoo shared, "While bright and energetic sides are great, I also have a desire to show a heavy and reticent side."

Taking on a villain role for the first time in 14 years through "Flex X Cop 2," Yoo Seung-ho shared the casting behind-the-scenes story, saying, "For this project, I built many things together with the director starting from the approach. I think there are various reasons why goodness and evil form in any character, and the last time I acted out that diversity was around the time of 'Missing You.' That is why I said I would do it before even finishing the script for 'Flex X Cop 2.'"

Yoo went on to explain the unique significance of the project, stating, "I think this work will serve as an opportunity for me to challenge not only good and evil roles, but also characters with mindsets I hadn't thought of before."

Meanwhile, he also signaled a transformation from actor to photographer. Yoo Seung-ho is holding his first film photography exhibition starting on October 3. Featuring photographs he personally captured in the United States and Mongolia, he shared his thoughts on preparing for the exhibition, saying, "Even if I don't hear praise saying I took the photos really well, I don't want to hear people say, 'They're so bad?' Of course, I should rightfully accept criticism for my shortcomings, but despite that, I am doing my best so that everyone can enjoy the photography exhibition."

Sharing his acting aspirations regarding aspects of himself he has yet to encounter, Yoo Seung-ho stated, "I want to once again meet myself completely immersed in a certain work, acting fiercely as that character." More of his pictorial and interview can be found in the October issue of Cosmopolitan and on their website.

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Jo Yu-ri, who captivated domestic and global viewers with her impressive performance in "Squid Game" Season 2, has now been chosen by one of South Korea's representative cinematic masters.

Jo stars in the Netflix film "Possible Love," which hits theaters today (Sept. 23).

"Possible Love" deeply captures the fractures of life and hidden desires encountered as two different couples become intertwined: a laid-off worker couple and a documentary director couple. It is acclaimed director Lee Chang-dong's first new work in eight years and won the Silver Lion (Grand Jury Prize) at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.

In the film, Jo plays the teenage version of Mi-ok, portrayed by Jeon Do-yeon. Upon her first appearance, her uniquely youthful visuals made her difficult to recognize as Jo Yu-ri. Her fresh mask shone, instantly catching viewers' attention, and she subsequently portrayed the character's hardships, enhancing immersion into Mi-ok's childhood narrative.

The film "Possible Love" will be pre-released in select theaters on Sept. 23 before officially streaming worldwide via Netflix on November 6. 

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The girl group UNIS, formed through the SBS audition program "Universe Ticket," is releasing a final single to conclude their two years and six months of activities.

UNIS will release their digital single "Milky Way" across various online music streaming platforms at 6 p.m. on September 23.

"Milky Way" is a song carrying the eight members' final farewell to their fans. Drawing on the imagery of the Milky Way, which remains connected as one even from afar, the track portrays their parting not as a complete end, but as a temporary pause. The lyrics, expressing faith that they will bloom again even if they take a detour, capture their hopes for a future reunion.

Notably, the members participated directly in writing the lyrics. Jin Hyeonju, NANA, ELISIA, and Oh Yoona poured their sincere feelings toward their fans into the words, expressing their gratitude in their own ways.

Previously, on September 22, agency F&F Entertainment announced via its official social media channels that the exclusive contract with UNIS would end as of September 26. The agency explained that they decided to wrap up official group activities in accordance with the planned contract period. "We extend our deepest gratitude to the members who created countless stages and precious moments with passion and sincerity," the agency stated, adding, "We will wholeheartedly support the members as they stand at a new starting line."

Meanwhile, UNIS was formed through the audition program "Universe Ticket," co-produced by SBS and F&F Entertainment. After debuting in March 2024 with their first mini-album "WE UNIS," they continued their musical promotions by releasing titles such as "CURIOUS" and "SWICY."

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First-generation idol group Fin. K.L has announced their full-group return alongside a detailed blueprint spanning the next two years.

The four members—LEE HYORI, Ock Joo-hyun, Lee Jin, and Sung Yu-ri—will connect with fans leading up to their 30th debut anniversary through music and performances, accompanied by step-by-step releases including documentaries, variety appearances, exhibitions, official merchandise, brand collaborations, advertisements, and fan projects.

According to their agency Gemstone E&M on the 23rd, the core of this project lies in newly presented music and stages. The agency outlined a direction focused on showcasing a new color for Fin. K.L through music and performances created by the four current members, rather than simply revisiting past hit songs. Having debuted in 1998, Fin. K.L left behind numerous hits such as "Blue Rain", "To My Boyfriend", "Forever Love", and "Now", raising anticipation for the kind of music they will create together after a long hiatus.

Beyond music and performances, content allowing fans to experience Fin. K.L's journey in various ways will be unveiled sequentially. Examples include documentaries and exhibitions capturing their past and future journeys, official merchandise, brand collaborations, and fan-participation projects.

The overarching slogan for this entire endeavor has been set as "FIN.K.L RE:BLOOM". The agency explained that it carries the meaning of the four current members blossoming new music, stages, and stories rather than merely recreating the past.

Jason Lee, Head of Group Management at Gemstone E&M, stated, "FIN.K.L RE:BLOOM goes beyond commemorating Fin. K.L's past time; it is a journey where the four members and fans create the next chapter together." He added, "Through activities leading up to the 30th anniversary centered around new music and performances, you can look forward to the process of a single K-pop legend brand being born." He also stated, "We want to create special moments for fans who have waited for Fin. K.L for a long time, and an opportunity for a new generation to meet the group Fin. K.L for the first time."

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Comedian Shingiru successfully completed her first solo concert with a complete sell-out.

On the 20th, Shingiru held her first solo talk concert "Nocon Show" since her debut at Daeyang Hall, Sejong University in Seoul, drawing enthusiastic attention by recording a full house. Operating under the banner of "NO filter, NO concept, NO script," the "Nocon Show" captivated audiences through direct communication, showcasing Shingiru's signature unfiltered wit and diverse charms that she hasn't fully shown on television.

Taking the stage for the opening alongside a highlight video capturing her past activities, Shingiru shared her thoughts on holding her first solo performance, saying, "Thank you to the fans who made me realize that I am a person who is loved. I sincerely thank you for gifting me the happiest day in the world."

On this day, Shingiru presented various corners that highlighted her honest and bold appeal. She directly touched upon episodes related to herself and filled the venue with laughter using her unique conversational skills, utilizing witty direct messages received from fans and look-alike photos. She also drew laughter by demonstrating quick wit in filling in article headlines and a real-time drip contest.

MeloMance's Kim Min-seok appeared as a special guest to grace the "Nocon Show". Kim Min-seok, who built a connection with Shingiru through a YouTube content, received great applause by completing a unique chemistry while singing a duet song with Shingiru.

Fellow broadcasters such as Song Eun-i, Lee Yong-jin, Hong Yoon-hwa, Fungja, Lee Eun-hyung, Kang Jae-jun, Huh Ahn-na, Kwon Jae-gwan, and Park Jun-myeon also took seats in the audience, adding special meaning to the event. They enjoyed Shingiru's first solo concert on-site and supported her with generous applause and cheers.

Meanwhile, having successfully wrapped up her Seoul concert, Shingiru is set to continue the "Nocon Show" in Jeonju and Changwon to meet local fans.

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Yuri, a member of the group Girls' Generation (real name Kwon Yu-ri), is drawing attention after being spotted in the audience at a filming of "National Singing Contest" in Jeju.

On the 21st, the official social media account of KBS 1TV's "National Singing Contest" posted a short video with the caption, "Pyoseon Beach in Seogwipo, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province. Broadcasting on October 4," and "Welcome, Yuri. Always welcome."

In the released video, Yuri was seen watching the recording from the front row of the special stage set up on the sandy beach of Pyoseon Beach in Seogwipo, Jeju, alongside her acquaintances. Dressed comfortably in sneakers, a white t-shirt, and a baseball cap pulled down, her distinct facial features were more than enough to capture the attention of those at the scene.

In particular, Yuri enjoyed the stage without minding the surrounding attention, sending enthusiastic applause to the participants. When ILLIT's "It's Me" played at the venue, she broke into a bright smile and clapped, using her passionate reactions to further brighten the atmosphere.

Netizens who saw the video responded warmly, commenting, "I can't believe Girls' Generation's Yuri is in the front row of 'National Singing Contest' as an audience member," "Her beauty shines even in casual clothes," and "She has really become a true Jeju resident."

Yuri has been living in Ojo-ri, on the eastern side of Jeju Island, since 2023, introducing her relaxed daily life in Jeju through various broadcasts.

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Kim Sang-kyum expressed his gratitude to his wife.

On the September 22 broadcast of SBS "You're My Destiny", national snowboarder Kim Sang-kyum joined as a new fate couple alongside his wife Park Han-sol.

During the broadcast, the couple visited Bongseonsa Temple, which they always visit before a competition, to meet Kim Sang-kyum's benefactor, Monk Hosan.

Kim Sang-kyum expressed his gratitude to Monk Hosan, who mentioned that he heard Park Han-sol performs 108 bows and praised her dedication.

In fact, Park Han-sol had been supporting her husband by performing 108 bows every time he had a competition. Sharing that she performed the bows at home, Park Han-sol said, "I would do them before leaving for work and after coming home."

Hearing this, Kim Sang-kyum expressed his appreciation, saying, "I was surprised when I heard about it. She could make a big deal out of it, but she doesn't."

Park Han-sol, who explained that she kept it to herself so as not to put pressure on her husband, shared her reason for doing the bows: "Knowing how hard my husband worked, I did the 108 bows hoping he would achieve results he could be satisfied with."

She continued, drawing attention by explaining, "It is a sport where a single mistake can be fatal. That's why I did the 108 bows thinking only about him achieving a score he would be happy with."

In response, Kim Sang-kyum credited everything to his wife, saying, "Things started going well after I met her."

When Park Han-sol recalled traveling to New Zealand together before the Olympics to watch over her husband's daily routine, she suddenly burst into tears. She shed tears while saying, "It broke my heart to see him silently enduring the hardship and training hard, especially knowing how much he must have missed his family."

Kim Sang-kyum's hard work ultimately bore fruit with an Olympic silver medal after four attempts. Regarding this, Kim Sang-kyum said, "If I had done it for money, I would have chosen a different sport. Aside from the goal itself, I think I've been able to keep going thanks to my love for snowboarding."

Hearing this, Park Han-sol said, "It is hard to make what you love into your profession, but seeing him do that and even win a top-tier medal makes my husband look so cool and admirable."

Kim Sang-kyum conveyed his feelings, stating that he was simply grateful to his wife. Seeing this, the production team asked Kim Sang-kyum, who is usually reserved in expressing his emotions, to express his gratitude. Kim Sang-kyum held Park Han-sol's hand and said, "Thank you," before quickly changing the subject and playing it off.

Park Han-sol warmly understood her husband's feelings, saying, "I think this is just his way of showing love, trying to brush it off as a joke. He's just shy, right?"

Meanwhile, the end of the broadcast previewed Moon Hee-june celebrating his 30th-anniversary fan meeting, raising anticipation for the next episode.

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Snowboarder Kim Sang-kyum shared that he is a Dalma Kid.

On the September 22 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny," national snowboard team athlete Kim Sang-kyum joined as a new fate couple alongside his wife Park Han-sol.

On this day's broadcast, the couple headed to Bongsansa Temple, explaining that it is a place they always visit before competitions.

Heading to the Seolbeopjeon hall, the two bowed their heads upon meeting a monk, who warmly welcomed them back. The person they subsequently bowed to three times alongside was none other than Ven. Hosan.

Known as the snowboarding monk, he has hosted the Dalma Cup Snowboard Competition for over 20 years to nurture and support promising talents. Notably, it was revealed that Olympic snowboard medalists Lee Sang-ho, Oh Seung-eun, Choi Ga-on, and Kim Sang-kyum are all Dalma Kids, drawing attention.

Kim Sang-kyum, who formed a connection with the monk 20 years ago when he was a high school senior, shared, "I am also an alum of the Dalma Cup. When there was no sponsorship, thanks to the monk, I was able to use the Dalma Cup prize money to go to overseas training camps. I haven't forgotten that grace."

In response, Ven. Hosan said, "I am glad to hear that it was helpful," and the couple expressed their aspirations, saying, "We also want to succeed and become people who can lend a hand to someone in need," creating a heartwarming atmosphere.

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Kim Sang-kyum praised his wife Park Han-sol's visuals.

On the 22nd broadcast of SBS 'You're my destiny', snowboard national team athlete Kim Sang-kyum joined as a new destined couple along with his wife Park Han-sol.

During the broadcast, upon the appearance of Kim Sang-kyum's wife Park Han-sol, cheers erupted with comments saying, "She looks like RESCENE's WONI."

In response, Park Han-sol introduced herself, saying, "After graduating from college, I worked as a dental hygienist and am currently on a temporary leave of absence to focus on my family." Regarding the buzz over her idol-like appearance, she added, "I don't really think I became a hot topic like that."

Watching this, her husband Kim Sang-kyum praised his wife, saying, "There were a lot of comments saying she looks like KARINA, or Seol In-ah. But lately, when I look at her, I think she has a bit of RESCENE's WONI in her."

Hearing this, Park Han-sol brought laughter by saying, "It feels good to hear this from my husband's mouth. I hope people leave nice comments."

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Kim Sang-gyeom and Park Han-sol have become a new couple on "You're my destiny".

On the September 22 broadcast of SBS "You're my destiny", national snowboarder Kim Sang-gyeom joined as a new couple along with his wife Park Han-sol.

During the broadcast, Milano-Cortina Olympic snowboard silver medalist Kim Sang-gyeom visited the studio.

Having become the oldest medalist in the last Olympics, he expressed his determination to focus on winning a gold medal. He also conveyed his gratitude to his wife, saying, "I am sorry that it took a long time, and I am thankful and glad that I can give her a medal even now."

In particular, his wife Park Han-sol, who stood side by side with Kim Sang-gyeom at the time and responded to him by saying, "This is enough," drew massive attention for her idol-like visuals.

Having even appeared on the news together, his wife Park Han-sol received more attention than her husband and even drew eyes by making a surprise appearance on a variety show.

At the time, Kim Gu-ra remarked, "Couple variety shows are going to want her a lot," and as he expected, her appearance on "You're my destiny" has now come to fruition.

Watching this, Kim Sook asked, "Does your wife like doing broadcasts?" and Kim Sang-gyeom caused laughter by answering, "I think she has a bit of ambition for it."

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The final spot in the "Kick a Goal" Handball Cup final is about to be claimed.

On the upcoming September 23rd broadcast of the SBS soccer variety show "Kick a Goal", the fierce second half of the semifinal match between FC Actionista and FC Wonder Woman 2026, which will decide the final team advancing to the finals, will be fully unveiled.

During last week's first half, FC Actionista took an early lead with Jung Hye-in's opening goal, but fueled by manager Lee Sang-eun's "all-5 players on offense" tactical gamble, Hyunjin scored a come-from-behind goal, ending the half with FC Wonder Woman 2026 leading 2-1.

In the ensuing second half, FC Wonder Woman 2026 manager Lee Sang-eun continues with a bold all-in strategy that even involves goalkeeper "Demon King" Mashima joining the offense. While taking the risk of leaving the goal wide open, the Wonder Woman members are set to put up an all-out battle, playing the full match without any substitutions.

On the other hand, FC Actionista, trailing by a single point, fights back with their trademark strong late-game momentum. Along with the sharp attacking coordination between captain "Aceu" Kwon Yi-su and pivot Joo Myung, manager Shim Jae-bok deploys a tactical move by urgently bringing in former basketball player Park Ji-an, aiming to turn the tide.

Whether FC Wonder Woman 2026's aggressive gamble ignoring the empty goal will pay off, or if FC Actionista will write yet another thrilling miracle comeback, the final showdown for a ticket to the finals will be revealed on "Kick a Goal" airing on Wednesday night, September 23rd at 9 PM. However, the broadcast schedule is subject to change due to the Nagoya Asian Games coverage.

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The film "The Assassin(s)" has surpassed 200,000 in advance ticket sales just one day before its release.

According to the Korean Film Council's box office ticket sales aggregation on September 22, "The Assassin(s)" maintained the top spot in both categories by recording a 30.4% advance booking rate and 204,000 ticket sales.

"The Assassin(s)" drew major attention on September 20 by beating "The Odyssey", which had long held the top spot in advance booking rates, to claim first place overall. This added significance as it marked the first time a Korean film reached the top of the overall advance booking rates in 64 days.

With the current box office leader "The Intern" maintaining daily audiences in the 30,000 range, the possibility of "The Assassin(s)" taking first place upon its release has grown. Although this year's Chuseok holiday is four days long, it leads into the National Foundation Day and Hangeul Day holidays in early October, making capturing the early momentum crucial. This is why attention is particularly focused on the box office results as "The Assassin(s)", "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub", and "Possible Love" are released simultaneously.

"The Assassin(s)" is a film depicting the pursuit of suspicions and the mastermind behind the assassination of the First Lady that shocked South Korea on August 15, 1974. It was directed by Hur Jin-ho, who made "One Fine Spring Day" and "The Last Princess", and stars Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Minho.

The film opens on September 23.

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BTOB's Lee Chang-sub (35) shared a message reflecting on himself following recent controversy over his remarks on a web variety show.

On the 22nd, Lee Chang-sub shared via the fan communication platform Fromm, "It seems like there is a line people should not cross, and while carrying out my recent schedules, it feels like I crossed that line without realizing it. Thinking that I needed to do better, be more entertaining, and be more memorable within content, I found myself obsessing over it without knowing. I had become numb to provocative expressions myself. I will return to my initial mindset, reflect on my words and behavior, and become a moderate person."

This is interpreted as his official stance regarding the controversy surrounding his remarks released on the YouTube channel "12F" on the 17th.

In the video, a story was introduced about a couple where the boyfriend, who drives his girlfriend home after every date, asked her to throw away his trash from inside the car every time, leading to arguments.

Regarding this story, Lee Chang-sub, Kwak Beom, and pH-1 reacted strongly with the stance that the girlfriend lacked consideration, while Kim Ji-yu also sided with the boyfriend. On the other hand, Kim Won-hun alone defended the girlfriend, saying, "This is not trash generated during the date, but the boyfriend's personal trash, so he should handle it himself. Saying 'I did this much by picking you up with my car, so you should do this much' is childish."

In response, Lee Chang-sub reacted strongly, saying, "He went to pick her up without missing a single day. Conversely, if he told his girlfriend, 'I'm tired, so take the bus,' she would probably get upset," and "If she paid for gas because she was grateful that her boyfriend drove her home, then the boyfriend asking her to 'throw away the trash' might have felt a bit off." However, he also backed down a bit, saying, "If it was only the boyfriend's trash, it could feel unpleasant."

Following the broadcast, reactions in the comment section were mixed. One commenter expressed that they would not want to ask even an acquaintance to handle their trash, while another stated that the very idea of asking a lover to throw away one's own trash was hard to understand. There were also reactions that if treating relationships like a transaction is what love is, it would be better not to do it at all.

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Group &TEAM surprised fans by releasing the Japanese version of "Good Boy," a track from their second Korean mini album "Mark on Me," at midnight on the 22nd.

"Good Boy" is a track featuring a dynamic 808 beat and energetic choreography. Member KEI participated in creating the choreography, adding &TEAM's signature intense performance style.

On the 21st, &TEAM held a showcase for "Mark on Me" at the Tokyo Garden Theater in Japan, where they performed "Good Boy (Japanese ver.)" for the first time to enthusiastic cheers from fans.

Introducing "Good Boy," the members said, "This is a song that showcases an even more &TEAM-like performance in this album. It features choreography where we tell a story together with the dancers. With powerful rap and vibrant melodies in the pre-chorus, you can experience various charms within a single song."

&TEAM is continuing their clear upward trajectory through promotions for "Mark on Me." "Mark on Me," an album that infuses the emotion of love into the group's identity of "wolf DNA," surpassed 1.35 million copies in first-week sales based on Hanteo Chart, breaking their own personal best. With this, &TEAM has achieved million-seller status for four consecutive works.

&TEAM will hold a concert at the KSPO Dome in Songpa-gu, Seoul on October 3-4 to grandly wrap up their Asian tour. Starting with the Tokyo Garden Theater on October 15, they will hold the "2026-2027 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR 'Mark on You'" across 18 cities in Japan for a total of 41 shows.

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Director Lee Chang-dong revealed that he discovered something far more valuable than receiving the Silver Lion at this year's Venice International Film Festival.

Attending the press screening and press conference for the film "Possible Love" held at CGV Yongsan in Seoul on the afternoon of September 21, Director Lee Chang-dong addressed a question about the significance of winning the Venice International Film Festival's Silver Lion (Grand Jury Prize), stating, "I am truly happy and honored."

He emphasized, "An award is just an outcome. For me, there was something far more important than winning trophies. The Venice Film Festival was the first place where this film entered the world and met audiences. How the audience would receive this film was much more important to me."

Director Lee continued, "Fortunately, even though it is not an easy or sensational film, I could see from the audience's facial expressions and their demeanor toward me that they deeply felt and resonated with the questions the film poses and what it tries to express."

"Possible Love" was the most talked-about title at this year's Venice International Film Festival. Earning the highest ratings from the press and critics through the closing stretch of the festival, it was widely mentioned as a strong contender for the Golden Lion. Ultimately, it received the Grand Jury Prize, which serves as the runner-up award. With this honor, Director Lee Chang-dong claimed a Venice trophy for the first time in 24 years since winning the Best Director award for "Oasis" in 2002.

"Possible Love" explores the disparate lives and inner desires that a laid-off worker and his wife, alongside a documentary directing couple, confront on a documentary set. The film stars Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Zo In-sung, and Cho Yeo-jeong in the lead roles.

A Netflix film, "Possible Love" will open in select domestic theaters on September 23 before launching worldwide on Netflix on November 6. 

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Multi-entertainer Jung Joon-ha has successfully completed a half marathon through "Infinite Challenge Run."

Jung Joon-ha participated in the "2026 Infinite Challenge Run in Gyeongju" (hereafter "Mudo Run"), which was planned and directed by MOst267 (MBC Original Studio) and held at the Gyeongju Citizens Stadium on the 19th. Following the "Mudo Run" held in Seoul last June, this time he took on the marathon challenge together with "Infinite Challenge" fans in Gyeongju.

The Gyeongju "Mudo Run" was held as a unique team competition utilizing the concept of the chase battle, which was a popular segment of "Infinite Challenge," where participants were divided into a guard team and a bandit team. Jung Joon-ha actively participated as part of the bandit team.

For Jung Joon-ha, a large-framed individual known to weigh over 100 kg, long-distance running was no easy challenge. However, he poured sweat into his running practice every day and shared his "Mudo Run" practice process through his social media, receiving a lot of support. Having completed 10 km runs in the Yeouido, Busan, and Sangam "Mudo Run" events, he finally reaped the fruits of his hard work by completing a half marathon at the Gyeongju "Mudo Run," and shared his joy by taking various certification photos with participants.

Meanwhile, Jung Joon-ha has been actively engaged across variety and educational programs, including his YouTube channels "Jungjunhahaha" and "Hawasu." In particular, by combining his unique character with current content trends, he is once again opening a prime era for himself.

Proving his presence once again as a unique content character who can be utilized across platforms, moving beyond his legendary character from "Infinite Challenge," Jung Joon-ha plans to continue communicating with the public through various media and maintain his prime-level activities.

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Nation's MC Yu Jae-seok has abruptly canceled a scheduled broadcast recording on the day of the shoot due to health issues.

Yu Jae-seok was scheduled to participate in the filming of SBS variety show "Whenever Possible" Season 5 in Seoul on the 22nd, but right before the recording, due to sudden poor condition, he asked for the understanding of the on-site staff and production team and decided to cancel.

On this day, Yu Jae-seok's agency Antenna stated, "Yu Jae-seok showed temporary high fever symptoms due to a bad cold, so we inevitably had to cancel the recording," adding, "He is currently focusing on recovery."

The production team of "Whenever Possible" also shared, "Yu Jae-seok asked the staff for understanding due to a sudden drop in physical condition right before filming and canceled the shoot," and added, "We plan to reschedule the dates and proceed with the recording soon."

Known for his thorough self-management, this is the first time in 35 years since his debut at the 1st KBS College Comedy Festival in 1991 that Yu Jae-seok has canceled a recording on the day of due to health reasons. Amidst his usual smooth broadcast procedures, this sudden news has brought ongoing worry and support from the broadcasting industry and fans.

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Snowboarder Kim Sang-kyum, the silver medalist at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, is officially joining SBS's "You're my destiny."

On the episode of "You're my destiny" airing on the night of Tuesday, September 22, Kim Sang-kyum, who became the oldest Olympic silver medalist after four attempts, reveals his surprising daily life with his wife, Park Han-sol, for the very first time.

When he won his silver medal, Kim brought many to tears as he wept while expressing his deep gratitude to his wife. His wife, Park Han-sol, also became a hot topic as attention turned to her stunning beauty. In the "You're my destiny" studio, everyone marveled at her visuals, which resemble girl group RESCENE's WONI. Kim also playfully showed off his wife, drawing laughter as he shared, "There were also comments saying she looks like KARINA and Seol In-ah." Curiosity is mounting over what everyday life looks like for the couple, now in their fourth year of marriage.

Kim's unconventional sense of fashion also captures attention, contrasting sharply with his image as an indomitable snowboarder on the snowy slopes. Naming G-DRAGON and Bae Jung-nam as his style icons, Kim reportedly sent the studio into waves of laughter by showcasing a unique look to prepare for an outing—pulling out all the stops with his mother-in-law's pearl necklace, clip-on earrings, and even a tweed jacket.

In addition, boasting remarkable lower body strength, Kim surpasses the records of renowned sports powerhouses Mo Tae-bum and Yun Sung-bin, instantly becoming the new "King of Thighs." He is also reported to have engaged in an impromptu one-on-one thigh wrestling match with basketball legend Seo Jang-hoon in the studio, piquing curiosity over who emerged victorious.

Packed with unexpected charms off the slopes, the daily life of Kim Sang-kyum and Park Han-sol will be unveiled on "You're my destiny," airing Tuesday, September 22, at 10:40 PM. However, the broadcast schedule may be subject to change due to the coverage of the Asian Games. 

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Film director Jang Hang-jun is set to showcase his master-like charisma and sharp wit through the new SBS entertainment program "Maestro Jang".

SBS confirmed the premiere date for the new entertainment show "Maestro Jang" as October 15 (Thursday) at 9:00 PM, releasing a solo teaser poster of Director Jang Hang-jun on the 22nd.

"Maestro Jang" is a cinematic talk show that captures Director Jang Hang-jun—who was at times pathetic and servile, yet more brilliant than anyone—as he conducts a covert audition to cast top actors in his autobiographical film "Maestro Jang".

Joining the program are powerful partners who will help keep Jang Hang-jun's wild impulses in check. Song Eun-i, the head of Contents Lab Vivo—which produced Director Jang's previous work "Open the Door" and invested in "Rebound"—steps in as a pragmatic production company CEO. Joining her is Kim Pung, a former film reporter who considers Director Jang Hang-jun his mentor, taking on the role of assistant director to add sharp critique and wit.

In the released teaser poster, Jang Hang-jun captures attention with a solemn expression and piercing gaze reminiscent of Al Pacino in the film "The Godfather". Raising expectations about which stars he will reach out to with the catchphrase "I'm going to make you a casting offer you can't refuse," he brings his proven eye for talent, having previously discovered actor PARK JIHOON for the role of King Danjong.

"Maestro Jang", where Jang Hang-jun and various stars will share lively and engaging talk, will air every Thursday at 9:00 PM starting with its premiere on October 15.

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Group KARA's Han Seungyeon (37), who is known to be receiving treatment for a cervical disc condition, took the stage at a university festival despite her health issues, sparking concern among fans.

On September 18, KARA performed at the Sogang University festival, delivering consecutive performances of five of their signature hit songs, including "Pretty Girl," "Honey," "Lupin," "Step," and "Mister." Amidst loud cheers from the audience, Han Seungyeon and her fellow members performed live while executing full choreography.

However, as footage of the performance circulated online, commenters expressed growing worry, noting that Han Seungyeon appeared visibly unwell.

In the video, Han Seungyeon performed the choreography while barely moving her neck from side to side, occasionally smiling as if trying to conceal moments of physical strain. With some also pointing out that her face appeared more swollen than usual, worry over her health condition has continued to escalate.

Earlier, health concerns surrounding Han Seungyeon surfaced when she was seen with trembling hands several times during her birthday fan meeting last month. At the time, her agency Aer Entertainment clarified, "Han Seungyeon experienced hand tremors as her cervical disc symptoms recently worsened. She is currently receiving hospital treatment, and there are no other health issues." 

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Actor Park Shin-hye has become a mother of two.

Her agency, SALT Entertainment, announced in an official statement on the 22nd, "Park Shin-hye gave birth to a healthy daughter today (the 22nd)," adding, "We are glad to share the joyful news that another new family member has joined Park Shin-hye and Choi Tae-joon."

They continued, "Both the mother and the baby are currently in good health, and actor Park Shin-hye is resting and recovering amidst the love and care of her family," and added, "We deeply thank everyone who has sent their generous congratulations, and we ask for your warm blessings and support for the newborn life."

Park Shin-hye married actor Choi Tae-joon in January 2022 and gave birth to their first son in May of that year. Four years later, she has given birth to a daughter, becoming a mother of two children.

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Group Jannabi proved its unrivaled power as a performance powerhouse by selling out all three days of concerts.

Tickets for Jannabi's solo concert, which opened on the 21st, sold out all three shows in just 5 minutes after ticket reservations began. Rather than repeating familiar formats, Jannabi opted for two entirely different concepts, and audiences responded quickly, taking just 5 minutes to prove the explosive interest.

Through this concert, Jannabi presents a new performance style of its own by consecutively showcasing two shows completed with different concepts and compositions.

The Jannabi ballad collection "One Fine Day in October in Seoul," held on October 23, is a concert that weaves together the love, seasons, and emotions of past times that Jannabi has sung about so far into a single flow. By newly composing previously released songs focusing on ballads, it delivers a different emotional sensitivity and atmosphere from existing solo concerts.

Following that, on the 24th and 25th, the Jannabi 2026 Asia Tour Final "Sweat and Stardust in Seoul" concert will take place. Marking the grand finale of their first Asia tour in Seoul, they will bring all the countless nights, sweat, and cheers gathered while passing through 7 countries and 7 cities—Taipei, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Jakarta—onto the KSPO DOME stage.

Meanwhile, Jannabi's solo concert will be held at the KSPO DOME in Seoul from October 23 to 25.

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Actor JUNHO posed for photos at the press conference for Season 2 of the Netflix variety show "Kian's Bizarre B&B," held on the morning of September 22 at Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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Television personality Kian84 (from left), former volleyball star Kim Yeon-koung, and actor JUNHO pose for photos at the press conference for season two of the Netflix unscripted series "Kian's Bizarre B&B," held on the morning of September 22 at Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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Broadcaster Kian84 attends the photo time at the production presentation for the Netflix variety show "Kian's Bizarre B&B" Season 2, held on the morning of the 22nd at Hotel Naru Seoul MGallery in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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Former volleyball player Kim Yeon-koung attends the press conference for Netflix's "Kian's Bizarre B&B" Season 2 held at Hotel Naru Seoul Mgallery in Mapo-gu, Seoul on the morning of the 22nd and has a photo-op.

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SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: The Age of the White Mafia" has revealed its full lineup of trusted, veteran actors, showcasing the scale of a blockbuster.

Scheduled to premiere on Friday, October 9, "Doctor X: The Age of the White Mafia" (written by Pyeon Seung-geun, directed by Lee Jung-rim) has unveiled a lineup of 10 veteran actors who will further elevate the quality of the series, following Kim Ji-won, Lee Jung-eun, Son Hyun-ju, and Kim Woo-seok.

"Doctor X" is a refreshing medical noir that follows the exploits of Doctor X, Gye Su-jeong, known as the "madwoman of the operating room," who shatters massive corruption with her uncompromising, genius surgical skills. It is already generating high expectations as the top tentpole IP for the second half of 2026, continuing the lineage of SBS's successful genre series.

The newly revealed lineup features a large roster of veteran actors who have demonstrated deep acting prowess across various genres and media, including Lee Jin-hee, Kim Young-min, Lee Sung-wook, Kwon Seung-woo, Huh Joon-seok, Choi Duk-moon, Kim Jung-young, Kim Young-ah, Choi Kwang-il, and Jung Suk-yong.

At Guseo University Hospital where Gye Su-jeong (played by Kim Ji-won) will operate, the cast includes Lee Jin-hee as Jo Won-jin, an anesthesiology and pain medicine professor; Kim Young-min as Do Yoon-shik, a general surgery professor and ambitious man dreaming of becoming the hospital director; Lee Sung-wook as Bae Heung-gon, the god of laparoscopy; Kwon Seung-woo as Ma Sung-gyu, a chief resident; and Huh Joon-seok as Kim Sung-jin, an emergency medicine professor. They are expected to navigate between intense tension and lively chemistry within the hospital.

The members of Lee Jung-eun's character Jang Hee-sook's medical staffing agency are also solid. Choi Duk-moon as Yang Eung-gu, a North Korean defector turned traditional Korean medicine doctor, and Kim Jung-young as Yoo Mi-kyung, a hospice specialist, will portray reliable mentors and teachers to Gye Su-jeong and Jang Hee-sook, exuding warm chemistry.

In addition, Kim Young-ah as Lee Seon-ae, head of the hospital management team; Choi Kwang-il as Goo Bon-pyung, chairman of Guseo University Hospital and head of the powerful faction Mokryeonhoe; and Jung Suk-yong as Kim Chang-soo, president of the Medical Association, will form the axis of the power struggle, maximizing immersion in the drama.

The production team stated, "The intricately intertwined relationships within Guseo University Hospital and the tight chemistry among the agency members will blend with Gye Su-jeong's activities to make the drama even richer," and asked viewers to "look forward to the fantastic ensemble that the actors, each carrying their own narrative, will showcase."

SBS's highly anticipated series for the second half of the year, "Doctor X," will premiere on Friday, October 9, at 9:50 p.m.

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