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T.O.P, who left BIGBANG and made a fresh start as a solo artist, has shared messages of support for his former BIGBANG members through a local Japanese interview.

In an interview broadcast on TV Asahi Channel 1 on the 12th, T.O.P was asked, "How did you feel when you first heard the news that BIGBANG's world tour would begin in August for the first time in nine years?" He replied, "From now on, I plan to continue my activities as a solo artist, and while I won't be performing with them on the same stage, I will always root for and support the activities and music of the BIGBANG members."

When asked, "What became your greatest source of strength during your temporary hiatus from activities?", he emphasized, "Going through a very dark period that I had never experienced before, I believe that darkness actually helped me grow. While making music during that time, I started to feel the sensation of being alive again. I had nothing else I could do other than create and work on music, and as I continuously created new music, I felt like I was able to breathe each time. That is how I was able to stand back up."

Previously, T.O.P debuted as a member of BIGBANG in 2006 and continued group activities until his exclusive contract with YG Entertainment ended in 2022, after which he left the group to pursue individual activities. Following a long hiatus as a singer, he resumed his activities last April by releasing his first solo studio album, "ANOTHER DIMENSION". Currently, T.O.P is meeting Asian fans through his brand tour "T.O.P PRE-STUDIO 2026".

Meanwhile, celebrating their 20th debut anniversary, BIGBANG is meeting global fans through "BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR 'XX : COSMOS'".

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Tobaeki, the search and rescue dog who touched the nation with his bandaged fighting spirit at the Turkey earthquake site, captured weekend living rooms by revealing his unexpected daily life after retirement.

According to ratings research company Nielsen Korea on the 14th, the previous day's broadcast of SBS "Animal Farm" recorded a peak viewership rating of 5.1%, taking first place in its time slot, driven by Tobaeki's challenge of throwing his very first professional baseball ceremonial first pitch.

The broadcast depicted the 180-degree changed retired daily life of Tobaeki, a veteran rescue dog who navigated 253 rescue sites over six and a half years. Having become a true family member of Firefighter Kim Chul-hyun, his field partner, Tobaeki drew cute laughter as a "slacker dog off duty" who showed clumsy moments in front of snacks and hamburger smells instead of fierce charisma, and even made indoor urination mistakes.

Following this, Tobaeki was given his "254th mission" to raise interest in retired national service dogs. Entering the baseball stadium wearing a Samsung Lions uniform with the number 119, Tobaeki was welcomed by Koo Ja-wook and Kim Young-woong, and stepped onto the mound after receiving pitch coaching from player Kim Young-woong. When catcher Kang Min-ho received the ball thrown by handler Firefighter Kim Chul-hyun and passed it to Tobaeki, Tobaeki swiftly grabbed the ball as if waiting for it, successfully completing his very first ceremonial first pitch.

Firefighter Kim Chul-hyun shared a touching lingering impression by adding, "Only about 20 percent of retired national service dogs are adopted into families," while asking for warm interest in adoption and the happy retirement of these devoted service dogs.

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Directors Kim Seong-su and Park Chan-wook are showing their support for the film "The Assassin(s)".

"The Assassin(s)" traces the suspicions and background surrounding the assassination of the First Lady, which shocked South Korea on August 15, 1974. In line with the release schedule, Directors Kim Seong-su and Park Chan-wook have decided to attend GV (Guest Visit) sessions alongside the film's lead cast members.

First, on September 23 (Wed), the release date, a GV will be held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall, featuring Director Kim Seong-su, Director Huh Jin-ho, and actor Lee Minho. Anticipation is high as Director Kim Seong-su—who heated up the box office in 2023 by mobilizing approximately 13.12 million moviegoers with "12.12: The Day"—meets Director Huh Jin-ho of "The Assassin(s)", a film that adds cinematic imagination to the First Lady assassination case. As this work completes Hive Media Corp's modern history trilogy following "The Man Standing Next" and "12.12: The Day", attention is focused on the conversation between the two directors who brought the era to the screen.

Next, on September 26 (Sat), a GV will take place at CGV Wangsimni, with Director Park Chan-wook stepping up as the moderator, and Director Huh Jin-ho and actor Park Hae-il participating as guests. Director Park Chan-wook and Park Hae-il, who previously worked together in the 2022 film "Decision to Leave", are reuniting through this event, adding to the delight of movie fans. Guided by Director Park Chan-wook's questions, an in-depth conversation will follow regarding Director Huh Jin-ho's direction and actor Park Hae-il's acting, promising to be an occasion for audiences to deepen their understanding of the work.

Selected as the top anticipated film for the upcoming Chuseok holiday, "The Assassin(s)" will hit theaters on September 23.

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The film "Possible Love" has delivered welcome news to the Korean film industry by winning the Silver Lion (Grand Jury Prize) at the Venice International Film Festival, raising expectations for its performance in the upcoming U.S. Academy Awards race next March.

"Possible Love" won the Silver Lion (Grand Jury Prize) in the competition section at the closing ceremony of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival, held at the Sala Grande theater on Lido Island, Italy, at 7:00 p.m. local time on the 12th.

Director Lee Chang-dong experienced the emotional moment of winning an award at Venice again 24 years after taking home the Best Director award and Best New Actor award for Moon Sori for "Oasis" in 2002.

The win was somewhat anticipated. Following its premiere locally on the 7th, "Possible Love" received enthusiastic praise from critics and the press, and was even tipped as a contender for the Golden Lion, the festival's top prize. Some had also predicted acting award wins for Jeon Do-yeon and Sul Kyung-gu, who delivered overwhelming performances in the film.

The honor of the award went to the film itself. The actors reportedly preferred winning for the film, placing the spotlight on the movie rather than individuals.

The Venice International Film Festival win for "Possible Love" carries multiple layers of significance. It is not only symbolic as the first win at Venice in 14 years since director Kim Ki-duk's "Pietà" (2012), but also because this victory can serve as a stepping stone for entering the U.S. Academy Awards next March.

"Possible Love" was recently selected as South Korea's submission to the U.S. Academy Awards. Made with funding from Netflix, "Possible Love" will be able to prepare for the Oscar race with Netflix's full support. Major U.S. media outlets have also predicted that Netflix will provide comprehensive support for the Oscar campaign of "Possible Love" following its Silver Lion win in Venice.

U.S. media outlet IndieWire reported on the 11th that Netflix plans to push "Possible Love" for Best Actress, Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film.

The initial goal for "Possible Love" is a nomination for Best International Feature Film. Given that entries from multiple countries that have won major prizes at the world's top three film festivals compete every year, securing a spot among the final five nominees is no easy task. Director Lee Chang-dong previously reached the shortlist at the Academy for the first time for a Korean film with his previous work, "Burning".

The only film that ultimately succeeded in this challenge was director Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite". "Parasite" rewrote Korean film history by securing nominations and winning four awards in total, including Best International Feature Film, Best Picture, and Best Director.

With Netflix's robust support, "Possible Love" is expected to target not only Best International Feature Film but also acting nominations. Given the outpouring of praise for Jeon Do-yeon's performance in Venice, it holds strong competitiveness.

Starting with Venice, "Possible Love" is scheduled to be submitted and screened consecutively at the Toronto, New York, San Sebastian, Zurich, Vancouver, and Busan International Film Festivals. This is expected to be a major schedule for raising the film's international fame and awareness.

The film will be released in local theaters first on the 23rd, followed by its global release to viewers worldwide via Netflix on November 6.

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MBC is honoring the late weathercaster Oh Yoanna on the second anniversary of her passing by setting up a dedicated memorial space.

MBC designated the one-week period from September 14 to 20 as a memorial week to mark Oh Yoanna's second anniversary, establishing a memorial space on the first floor of the Management Center at its headquarters in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul. MBC stated, "This will serve as a place to honor the deceased, remember the time shared together, and extend our heartfelt condolences."

Born in 1996, Oh Yoanna joined MBC in 2021 and worked as a weathercaster before passing away in September 2024 at the age of 28.

Although the late weathercaster's second anniversary is being observed, the case remains unresolved. The bereaved family previously filed a damages lawsuit seeking 510 million won at the Seoul Central District Court (Civil Agreement Division 48) against weathercaster A, who was identified as the perpetrator.

According to the findings of a special labor inspection released by the Ministry of Employment and Labor through the Seoul Regional Employment and Labor Administration in May of last year, the deceased had received repeated job guidance from seniors following her appointment, during which actions difficult to justify by operational necessity took place repeatedly. An instance where a senior colleague publicly made negative remarks regarding her appearance on an entertainment program was also singled out as a violation.

MBC subsequently apologized to the bereaved family, abolished the freelance weathercaster system around her first death anniversary, and announced a policy to introduce a "weather and climate expert" system to hire personnel as regular full-time staff.

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Kim Seonho went on his final dates with Jung Yeji and Kim Nayoung.

On the September 14 broadcast of SBS "Love Against Time", the cast members were shown going on their last dates ahead of the final decision.

On this day, Kim Seonho went on a date with Jung Yeji. The two spent time together in an atmosphere quite different from their previous dates.

Hiding her hurt feelings toward Kim Seonho, Jung Yeji tried to appear brighter. She said, "There were emotionally difficult days and happy days here. And I was surprised by myself. Actually, looking back on my life so far, I was the type who couldn't approach someone first and express myself, but my behavior of actively approaching and expressing myself here felt unfamiliar."

In response, Kim Seonho thanked her for speaking to him and approaching him first. He continued, "I think I was able to have that conversation because you spoke to me like that yesterday. Even though you might have felt bad, I'm grateful that you listened well and seemed to understand."

Hearing this, Jung Yeji said, "We're all in the same position so we can be curious, right? Since time is short..." and added, "Shouldn't we just approach tomorrow with the feelings of that exact moment?" Kim Seonho replied, "Let's do our best until tomorrow."

Watching this, the panelists expressed regret, saying, "They're not breaking up, right? But why are they acting like people breaking up? It doesn't feel like a date. Ever since yesterday, the atmosphere has become like that. They keep apologizing to each other."

After finishing his date with Jung Yeji with lingering regrets, Kim Seonho continued with a date with Kim Nayoung. Kim Nayoung honestly revealed to Kim Seonho, "Since coming here, you are the first person I've had romantic feelings for," and asked how Kim Seonho felt.

Kim Seonho honestly replied, "It's true that I felt romantically attracted when we went on our date yesterday. The more we talked, the more enjoyable it was."

When Kim Nayoung said that she too felt fluttered and nervous, Kim Seonho smiled brightly, saying that Kim Nayoung felt different than usual, making him nervous, glad, and surprised.

Around the same time, Jung Yeji was lost in thought alone and eventually shed tears. She expressed her feelings, foreshadowing her future with regret: "Honestly, the waiting time was difficult. I got angry and anxious, it was truly a storm of an experience. But it wasn't easy. Feeling like I was breaking down, honestly I thought it would be hard for me. Isn't this just as far as it goes? I guess it's inevitable that my heart hurts. It just felt like this is as far as we go."

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Jeong Ye-ji showed tears over a changed Kim Seonho.

On the September 14 broadcast of the SBS program "Love Against Time", Kim Seonho confessed his honest feelings to Jeong Ye-ji about his date with Kim Nayoung.

On this day, Jeong Ye-ji proposed a conversation to Kim Seonho after he returned from his date with Kim Nayoung. She felt that a conversation was necessary due to the subtly changed atmosphere.

In response, Kim Seonho honestly said, "Honestly, I think I had that kind of thought. After having a conversation with the person I wanted to talk to, I thought I would know today. I thought maybe one more person would be narrowed down. But I felt like the evening date was a bit better."

He then revealed his honest current feelings, saying, "I was confused because I didn't know well whether it was because the date course was good or because the person was good."

In response to this, Jeong Ye-ji said in front of the production staff, "My heart sank. I had a big feeling of 'surely he won't waver', but he really wavered. So I was shocked. Honestly, the thing I thought would surely not happen happened," and eventually unable to continue her words, she showed tears while saying, "Still, we have the time we've built up together."

Watching this, the panelists expressed regret, saying, "Just a day ago, Seonho, who was jealous, conveyed those feelings to Yeji, and so the next day they had a pleasant date and even gained certainty. But on the night of such an enjoyable date, he said that his date with Nayoung was actually better. From Yeji's perspective, it is a very upsetting thing."

Kim Seonho said to Jeong Ye-ji, "I'm sorry." At this, Jeong Ye-ji said, "Why are you sorry, Seonho?" and added, "I hope you don't worry about it."

In response, Kim Seonho said that he couldn't just not worry about it. Hearing this, Jeong Ye-ji comforted Kim Seonho by saying, "Shouldn't we just be faithful to your feelings and my feelings? It's the last day."

And Jeong Ye-ji drew attention by hiding her feelings until the end, saying, "Thank you for telling me honestly. Anyway, we have a date with each other tomorrow, so shouldn't we talk and find out during the date?"

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Kim Seon-ho chose to follow his instincts. What will his final decision be?

On the September 14 broadcast of the SBS program "Love Against Time", Kim Seon-ho experienced a shift in emotions following his date with Kim Na-young.

That day, the male contestants gathered around Kim Seon-ho upon his return from the date with Kim Na-young. Kim Seon-ho shared, "I've been thinking a lot. Tomorrow is the last day."

Hearing this, the other contestants asked how his date with Kim Na-young went. Answering that it was good, Kim Seon-ho honestly said, "It was so good that it made me realize how glad I am that we had a real conversation."

At this, Kim Ryun-gi remarked, "It's fascinating because this is the first time a positive reaction has come from you, hyung." Kim Seon-ho asked back, "Did I?"

Watching this, Kim Jong-eun asked Kim Seon-ho, "Why have you been thinking so much?" Kim Seon-ho replied, "No reason. I just decided to think like a beast. If it is, it is; if it isn't, it isn't. If it's good, it's good. I don't think there's time to weigh and measure things," expressing his intent to follow his instincts until the end and raising curiosity about what choice he will make.

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Kim Seon-ho shared his honest feelings about Jung Ye-ji.

On the September 14 broadcast of the SBS program "Love Against Time", Kim Seon-ho was shown talking to Kim Na-young about his relationship with Jung Ye-ji.

On this day, Kim Na-young talked to Kim Seon-ho about his relationship with Jung Ye-ji. She explained why she decided to spend her time the way she did, telling Kim Seon-ho, "I heard about your narrative and it looked like your feelings for each other were already set, so I thought I shouldn't get in the way. But I had never heard your side, so I thought, 'Oh, I don't know, let's just try it.'"

In response, Kim Seon-ho said, "Actually, there is someone I feel the strongest attraction to. It's true that I liked her and felt those emotions. You might feel like everything is already decided, but I feel the same way. I still don't know if things are really set or not." He added, "And I wanted to talk enough with other people, and Nayoung is the only one I haven't talked to yet. So I really wanted to try it," speaking informally to Kim Na-young, who is older than him, and surprising everyone.

Kim Na-young also caught attention by sharing her reaction to Kim Seon-ho's response, saying, "When he called me 'Nayoung-ah', my heart fluttered so much. It made my heart skip a beat. It was a point where my attraction went up even more. He is more masculine than I thought. So it made my heart flutter."

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The production team of the MBN variety program "Moo No Plan" has strongly drawn the line against recent allegations of pre-arranged filming raised online.

On the 13th, the "Moo No Plan" production team posted a lengthy official statement via social media, stating, "Recently, content that differs from the facts regarding the restaurant casting for this broadcast has been spreading through articles and social media."

The production team strongly refuted the claims, stating, "Based on some online comments and unverified eyewitness accounts, it is being reported as if the program pre-arranged restaurants or scripted the situations, but this is not true. Before filming at a restaurant, we do not contact the restaurant or the owner in advance to negotiate filming, nor do we notify them of the cast members' visits in advance. This is a production principle that has been consistently maintained since the beginning of the program."

They added, "We express our regret that some recent reports have cited online comments or individual speculative claims without verifying the facts through the production team, making it appear as though the program's manipulation or staging has been confirmed. We will continue to make the program according to the production principles we have maintained so far, and if necessary, we will actively correct the facts regarding cases that expand and reproduce unverified content as if it were true."

After this statement was released, cast member Jun Hyun-moo also showed his support for the production team's response by clicking "like" on the post.

Previously, following controversies over alleged manipulation in some scenes of the MBC program "I Live Alone" featuring Jun Hyun-moo, unverified eyewitness accounts spread across online communities claiming that the "Moo No Plan" filming team had entered and started filming a restaurant before business hours, raising suspicions of pre-arranged staging for this program as well.

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86-year-old veteran broadcaster Jeon Won-joo is set to resume her YouTube activities with a new production team, following a previous hiatus caused by a disagreement over financial issues.

An official from her agency, Sky People Entertainment, stated on the 14th, "Jeon Won-joo's YouTube channel is currently assembling a new production team and preparing content." However, the exact schedule for content uploads has not yet been finalized.

Previously, Jeon appeared on actor Sa Mi-ja's YouTube channel on the 11th and openly explained the reasons behind her suspension from YouTube.

Drawing attention, she shared her honest feelings, saying, "When I tried to raise my payment, they said they would quit, so I just said let's do it again." She added, "I even thought about quitting, but I realized I shouldn't be too picky."

Following her remarks about "money issues," some subscribers have expressed bitter reactions, noting that Jeon is known to be a multi-millionaire with assets worth billions of won.

Previously, Jeon was embroiled in a frugality controversy after content from her channel showed her visiting a cafe with her daughter-in-law and ordering only one drink for three people. As criticism mounted over how this did not align with the prevailing cafe culture of one drink per person, Jeon and her production team belatedly stepped forward to offer an explanation and an apology.

Jeon Won-joo's YouTube channel was launched in September of last year and once drew attention by gathering 120,000 subscribers, though the subscriber count has since dropped to the 110,000 range. Last month, content uploads came to a sudden halt after the previous production team announced their departure.

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The film "HOPE", which has entered the North American market, ranked No. 8 at the box office in its opening weekend.

According to Box Office Mojo, "HOPE" grossed 3.31 million dollars across North American theaters from the 11th to the 13th. The total gross from its opening day on the 9th through the weekend reached 501 million dollars.

Unusually for a Korean film, "HOPE" opened in 1,560 theaters across North America. While most Korean films previously introduced to North America, such as "Parasite" and "Decision to Leave", opted for a limited release strategy that started small and expanded screen counts based on audience response, "HOPE" premiered with a wide release strategy targeting over 1,500 theaters nationwide from the start. This was a strategy chosen by North American distributor Neon after assessing the high commercial potential of "HOPE".

Despite opening with a wide release, the per-theater average (PTA) figures fell short of expectations. It started at 705 dollars on opening day and rose to 833 dollars on Saturday the 12th, the first Saturday of release. However, the average for the entire opening period stopped at 642 dollars. PTA is a metric that serves as a basis for predicting audience interest and demand.

"HOPE" drew 4.56 million viewers domestically, failing to reach its break-even point of approximately 5 million viewers. As a project planned as a global scale production, performance in overseas markets including North America is just as important as domestic results. Director Na Hong-jin and the actors are putting all their effort into promoting the film abroad, starting with promotions in Vietnam.

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SBS Friday variety show "My Genie Secretary" is keeping up its unstoppable momentum, holding the top spot on Netflix's variety charts for three consecutive weeks.

"My Genie Secretary" has maintained its position at No. 2 overall on Netflix's "Top 10 Series in South Korea Today" and No. 1 in the variety category for three consecutive weeks, while also ranking 4th on the weekly chart for the first week of September. Online reactions have been explosive as well, with cumulative digital views for major clips surpassing 30 million in just three episodes.

Amidst this buzz, actor Ji Changwook is set to return to "My Genie Secretary" as a "my star" on the September 18th broadcast.

In the pre-released teaser video, Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu were shown visiting the production presentation site for the drama "The Scandal". Unable to hide their excitement upon seeing Nana and Son Ye-jin attend together, the two drew laughter by jokingly trying to wait on them with full fandom devotion, saying, "Want some honey? Because you're pretty."

However, the true protagonist of the day was Ji Changwook, who had expressed some lingering regrets during his previous appearance. The production team prepared the first-ever "service upgrade" specifically for Ji Changwook, providing a dopamine-exploding "deviant service" spanning an arcade and a karaoke room. As Ji Changwook enjoyed himself, remarking, "I feel like I'm getting exhausted from playing," Lee Seo-jin delivered his signature spicy, blunt reality check that left the set in stitches, saying, "How can a person only live doing things they like?"

The upcoming episode of the hit variety show "My Genie Secretary" featuring Ji Changwook will air on Friday, September 18 at 11:10 p.m.

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Actor Yoo Seung-ho and DAY6 member Young K are set to bring cheerful laughter to viewers with their contrasting dating philosophies regarding attending an ex-boyfriend's wedding.

In the SBS variety show "Whenever Possible," airing on Tuesday the 15th, hosts Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok, along with guests Yoo Seung-ho and Young K, visit the Cheongdam-dong area and share opposing reactions to the scenario of attending a former partner's wedding.

During a recent recording, Young K showed readiness to go immediately, saying, "I think I would dress up to the nines and go together." In contrast, Yoo Seung-ho took a firm stance, stating, "I would stop her from going altogether."

As Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok continued the debate with realistic variables like feelings of revenge and being coworkers, Yoo Seung-ho delivered a quiet yet powerful blow by saying, "I would persuade my girlfriend by telling her, 'Dating me is the ultimate revenge against your ex.'" Hearing this, Yu Jae-seok shook his head and laughed, saying, "That only works because you're Yoo Seung-ho, I wouldn't even dare."

Reflecting on his 25-year career since debut, Yoo Seung-ho also shared his sense of wonder at how the filming environment has changed, noting, "In the past, everyone on set was older than me, but now I'm called a senior or older brother." This created a strong sense of empathy with Yu Jae-seok, who debuted in the same decade.

The honest and cheerful chemistry between Yoo Seung-ho and Young K will be revealed on "Whenever Possible," airing at 10:05 PM on Tuesday the 15th. This broadcast will be delayed compared to its usual schedule due to the broadcast of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games men's football match.

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The second teaser for "The Ballad of Us 2" has raised anticipation by revealing the unexpected charms of its newly joined "Top 100 Ears" members Moon Geun-young, Joo Woo-jae, and Roy Kim.

Premiering at 10 p.m. on Monday, October 5, SBS's "The Ballad of Us 2" is an audition program searching for hidden ballad gems. Released on the 14th, the teaser video highlights the distinct charms of the three new members.

First, "Nation's Little Sister" Moon Geun-young surprised the set with her candid praise, saying, "It went wrong right from the very first note," as she immersed herself in the performance. When asked to choose her preference between Jeong Seung-hwan and Roy Kim, she showed off her bold wit by playfully saying, "Roy, cover your ears." After watching one contestant's performance, she shed tears and expressed deep empathy, sharing, "I kept thinking, 'Why does such a young child know such deep loneliness? Why are they going through this?' and I wanted to give them a warm hug."

Taking on his first-ever audition program, Joo Woo-jae showed hints of nervousness while also showing off his own musical knowledge. In particular, defying his "extreme T" persona, he showed an unexpected emotional side by tearing up and giving a standing ovation while listening to a contestant's song.

Roy Kim, an audition program winner himself, radiated the charisma of an audition senior with cold advice such as, "Save songs where you pour everything out," and "If you only show your tone, you will have a bumpy future." At the same time, he showed warmth by stepping onto the stage himself to help a contestant who needed guitar tuning.

"The Ballad of Us 2", which will discover raw ballad talents alongside these diverse "Top 100 Ears" representatives, will premiere on Monday, October 5, at 10 p.m.

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Singer and actor SOOYOUNG (SOOYOUNG of Girls' Generation) is departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the afternoon of the 14th for a pictorial photoshoot schedule.

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Singer and actor SOOYOUNG (Girls' Generation's SOOYOUNG) is departing for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the afternoon of the 14th for a pictorial photo shoot schedule.

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Actor Suzy showcased her unmatched aura by gracing the cover of a fashion magazine.

In the pictorial for the October issue of Elle released on the 14th, Suzy wore Celine's 2026 winter collection, creating a comfortable yet private atmosphere. She effortlessly displayed diverse expressions and a luxurious vibe, ranging from natural everyday moments to sensational shots under the spotlight.

In the interview following the photo shoot, Suzy shared her honest thoughts on her acting philosophy and her appearance. Having journeyed through projects like "Architecture 101", "Anna", and "Doona!", she shared, "In the past, I didn't understand why people saw my face and thought of a first love. Then, after hearing that my face is plain and ordinary, which makes it easy to project emotions from a film onto it, I thought, 'I can hold various characters in my face.' As time goes by, there are times when I discover expressions or aspects of my face I didn't know existed. When that happens, I am truly happy, and I feel like there are still aspects of myself left that I don't know yet."

Expressing the characters she has played as "rooms" in her heart, Suzy smiled and said, "While affection and longing coexist for every character I've portrayed, I'm someone who values the present, so I think I've closed all those rooms well. Right now, only the room for 'Men of the Harem', which I am currently filming, is wide open."

She also expressed anticipation for her upcoming film "Seven O'Clock Breakfast Club for the Brokenhearted" and her next project "Portraits of Delusion". Suzy showed deep affection for her work, stating, "The mysterious atmosphere felt in director Han Jae-rim's writing for 'Portraits of Delusion' and the story of the woman contained within it really resonated with me. While playing Song Jung-hwa, I feel like a truly diverse range of images were captured on screen. It wasn't an easy process, but it was just as enjoyable, and I learned a lot."

Regarding her criteria for choosing projects, Suzy shared, "Honestly, I still don't really know what those criteria are. I want to act in projects and characters that my heart is drawn to at the time. In the end, I think I trust my next 'attraction' a lot." Her pictorial and full interview can be found in the October issue of Elle and on its official website.

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Singer Ryu Su-jeong is drawing hot attention with music videos for the b-side tracks of her new album, featuring colorful direction.

Ryu Su-jeong released the music videos for "Lucky Charms" and "shoulda woulda coulda," tracks from her 4th mini album "ALL THE COLORS I AM," through her official social media and YouTube channels on the 12th and 13th.

Ryu Su-jeong has been receiving enthusiastic responses day after day by sequentially releasing music videos for all tracks on her new album. In the music video for "Crying to," pre-released a day before the album release, she left an impression with just her voice without accompaniment, while the title track "Diamond" expressed free movement as she shed flashy styling to find her true self.

The subsequently released music video for "Lucky Charms" featured different versions of Ryu Su-jeong, sensibly conveying the message that believing in oneself is the most important thing. In particular, the animation of three Ryu Su-jeongs getting into a car and going for a drive added a fairy-tale-like and dreamy feel. Combined with a retro mood, it highlighted the unique charm of the video.

The music video for "shoulda woulda coulda" wittily captured the song's atmosphere, which intuitively expresses lingering attachment and regret over a past relationship, by comparing it to a track and field race. Wearing outfits ranging from school uniforms to a flashy turquoise hairstyle, and long black hair with black wings, past versions of Ryu Su-jeong and a turtle ran on the track toward a goal. They crossed the finish line together, and soon even the turtle completed the race, drawing a cheerful period to the video.

Released on the 11th, her 4th mini album "ALL THE COLORS I AM" is an album that melts away Ryu Su-jeong's various facets that cannot be defined by a single color. The title track "Diamond" is a song containing the realization that what makes her shine was already inside her. Having recently signed an exclusive contract with the comprehensive entertainment company all my anecdotes, Ryu Su-jeong joined hands with General Producer Lee Hae-in and participated in writing lyrics for the album, showing her deepened musical capabilities.

In particular, Ryu Su-jeong drew eyes on her comeback stage for MBC's "Show! Music Core" on the 12th by taking the stage barefoot and performing an act of casting off the accessories she was wearing. She showed off unwavering live singing skills while performing choreography with a team of dancers with turquoise hairstyles.

Meanwhile, Ryu Su-jeong will release the music video for "Birthday Cake" through her official social media and YouTube channels today (the 14th) at 6 p.m.

On the 15th, she plans to unveil the final track, "Friendly Fire," followed by a compilation video on the 16th where fans can watch all six music videos at once.

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World's first sign language idol group Big Ocean is meeting global fans by holding tours in the United States and Europe.

Big Ocean kicked off their U.S. tour "Big Ocean US Fall Tour 2026," spanning a total of eight cities, starting with their New York concert on the 13th (local time). Notably, the New York show recorded a complete sellout, highlighting the enthusiastic local interest in Big Ocean. With the very first concert of their U.S. tour selling out, anticipation is building for the performances Big Ocean will deliver to local audiences.

Following the opener in New York on the 13th, the U.S. tour continues to Atlanta on the 19th and 20th, Charlotte on the 25th, Orlando on the 26th, Chicago on the 27th, Los Angeles on October 3rd, Phoenix on October 6th, and Houston on October 10th and 11th. They plan to meet local fans in various cities and showcase Big Ocean's unique music and performances.

Right after finishing their U.S. tour, they will also embark on a European tour. Big Ocean is expected to connect directly with local fans and create special memories across three cities: Cologne, Germany on October 28th, Paris, France on October 31st, and London, United Kingdom on November 3rd.

Additionally, Big Ocean is scheduled to attend the Digital Flagship event held during the UN General Assembly on the 21st, where they will give a speech and perform. Attention is focused on Big Ocean's upcoming moves on the global stage as they convey their message beyond music.

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BIGHIT MUSIC, the powerhouse label home to BTS, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and CORTIS, is launching a global audition.

On September 14, BIGHIT MUSIC posted the official announcement poster for the '2026 BIGHIT MUSIC GLOBAL AUDITION' on its website. The visual features boys running freely toward their dreams against the backdrop of an open sky and expansive fields.

"We welcome all applicants who are ready to take on the challenge toward their dreams," BIGHIT MUSIC stated. "We look forward to the active participation of talented individuals who will showcase their unique individuality and skills across diverse fields."

BIGHIT MUSIC has continually proven itself as a flagship label leading the K-pop industry alongside top HYBE peers such as Zico, achieving successive global successes with artists boasting unmatched individuality and talent, including BTS, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and CORTIS. This latest project is also drawing high expectations as a prime opportunity to discover hidden gems who will lead the next generation of the K-pop scene.

The audition will take place in 15 locations worldwide, including Los Angeles, Vancouver, Toronto, Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Singapore. Any male born in or after 2008 is eligible to apply, and participants are free to showcase their personal style and talents without any category restrictions.

Further details regarding the '2026 BIGHIT MUSIC GLOBAL AUDITION' can be found on BIGHIT MUSIC's official audition website.

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It was belatedly revealed that singer KWON EUNBI canceled her schedule for the day after being involved in a vehicle collision.

KWON EUNBI took to the official fan community Weverse on the 14th to share, "Everyone, I am okay. Please don't worry too much. It was just a very minor accident so I was a bit startled, but I'm fine with no injuries. I plan to proceed with this week's schedule as planned. Thank you for worrying, and let's meet healthily soon."

Previously, KWON EUNBI's agency, RBW, announced via Weverse, "A vehicle collision occurred on September 13 while the artist was moving for a scheduled activity. Following the accident, the artist is taking time to rest and checking her current condition."

Consequently, the Everline fan signing event scheduled for that day was canceled. RBW stated, "Considering the health and safety of the artist as our top priority, we inevitably had to cancel today's fan signing event. We ask for your kind understanding regarding the sudden cancellation of the schedule due to the accident, and we apologize for causing worry and inconvenience to our fans."

The agency added, "Future scheduled activities will be adjusted in terms of progress and schedule after closely checking the artist's health and condition."

Meanwhile, KWON EUNBI released her new digital single "DEJAVU" on the 3rd and is continuing her comeback promotions with the title track of the same name.

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Actor Jeon Won-joo, 86, has finally opened up about her abruptly suspended YouTube channel.

Appearing in a video released on September 11 on the YouTube channel of fellow actor Sa Mi-ja, Jeon Won-joo shared a conversation about their recent lives as friends of 63 years. During the discussion, she touched upon the background of halting her YouTube activities, saying, "I don't watch it much myself, but people told me a lot of people watched it." She then candidly confessed, "We are going to start again. I tried to raise my payments, but they said they would quit, so I just told them let's just do it then."

She continued, "I figured we shouldn't be too calculating about money, so I told them we should just do it together," adding, "When times are hard and difficult, we hold hands and become companions walking together." She also revealed plans to reunite with the original YouTube production team.

Previously, Jeon Won-joo's YouTube channel had its activities abruptly suspended last month on the 24th following an announcement from the production team regarding their departure.

The production team, who had been together since the channel's launch, stated at the time, "We are greeting you as the production team that has produced and operated the Jeon Won's protagonist channel from its opening until now, and we will no longer be producing it. We spent a joyful and happy year thanks to the subscribers and Jeon Won-joo."

Following the news of their departure after nearly a month with no new content uploads, subscribers expressed reactions such as, "Please explain her recent situation properly," and "Are you shutting down the channel like this?" At the time, rumors concerning Jeon Won-joo's health had also surfaced, raising concerns, but her agency drew a line by stating that the channel was not disappearing but rather undergoing reorganization.

As it was emerged that the background of the channel's suspension was a "money issue," some subscribers who encountered the news expressed disappointment. There were also voices of regret, with some saying, "We wanted to see the leisure and wisdom of old age, not money, especially since she already has plenty of money."

Jeon Won-joo's YouTube channel launched last year, gained attention by gathering 110,000 subscribers and has been loved for content featuring her unique wit and life experience.

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Figure skater Cha Junhwan and actor Seo Su-min have showcased a youth film-like chemistry in singer Roy Kim's new music video.

On the 11th, the music video for Roy Kim's J-Pop remake project fourth track "Sparkle" was released through his official YouTube channel, drawing attention for the delicate romantic acting of Cha Junhwan and Seo Su-min, who starred as the main characters.

Set in a warm bookstore with a lyrical atmosphere, the music video depicts the fresh process of the two getting to know each other's feelings through notes left between books. Without any dialogue, they perfectly portrayed the emotional line of becoming conscious of a stranger and gradually accepting them as a special presence through just their gazes, expressions, and small actions.

In particular, the visual chemistry combining Cha Junhwan's unique soft and delicate atmosphere with Seo Su-min's innocent charm stands out. Added to this is Roy Kim's passionate vocals that become more overwhelming toward the second half, maximizing the sorrowful and fateful sensibility of the song.

Roy Kim's remake of "Sparkle" is the signature OST from the animated film "Your Name." (original by RADWIMPS), with lyricist Lee Seuran and Roy Kim directly participating in writing the Korean lyrics to bring out the emotion of the original song and the unique beauty of Korean expressions. Roy Kim also showed his extraordinary affection for the track, saying, "I got to remake a song that I truly cherish."

Netizens who watched the music video have been sending enthusiastic responses with comments such as, "To think we can see this combination of Superstar K winner, figure skating prince, and Agent Kim's daughter for free," "Right, it would be a waste for that face to only do sports. Look how fresh the male lead's face is," and "A talent from Taereung that the entertainment industry almost missed."

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Actor Yoo Seung-ho and DAY6 member Young K appear on SBS' "Whenever Possible" to showcase their close chemistry as same-age friends born in 1993.

Aired at 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday the 15th, "Whenever Possible" features guests Yoo Seung-ho and Young K joining hosts Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok as they search for spare moments around the Cheongdam-dong area.

During a recent recording, Young K drew attention to their special friendship by revealing, "Seung-ho appeared in our music video, which is how we became close. Today, I came as Seung-ho's friend." When Yu Jae-seok expressed doubt about whether it was a "business friendship," Young K proudly shared, "Seung-ho once appeared as an award presenter at an award ceremony and called out, 'Younghyun [Young K's real name], congratulations.'" Yoo Seung-ho also warmed the atmosphere by responding about his relationship with Young K, saying, "It feels like we are connected even without speaking."

On this day, Yoo Seung-ho brought laughter to the set with his unexpected lack of familiarity with Seoul. Revealing that he is a resident of Gyeonggi Province and rarely visits Seoul unless he is working, Yoo Seung-ho's eyes sparkled with fascination whenever famous restaurant names in Cheongdam-dong were mentioned. Seeing this, Yu Jae-seok smiled paternally and said, "What am I going to do with Seung-ho? We definitely have to go today."

Meanwhile, "Whenever Possible," which ranks first in Tuesday's overall 20-49 viewership ratings, airs every Tuesday at 9:00 p.m.

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Group Stray Kids member Han has shared warmth by donating 100 million won for abused children and children in childcare facilities.

To celebrate his birthday on September 14, Han delivered a total of 100 million won in donations to the social welfare corporation Angels' Haven. The funds are scheduled to be used equally, with 50 million won allocated for the protection and psychological treatment support of abused children, and another 50 million won for child-rearing and educational support at Eunpyeong Angels' Home.

Han shared his feelings, saying, "I wanted to send a small, warm comfort to the hearts of the wounded children," and added, "I earnestly hope that the children can overcome their pain within a cozy embrace and regain their bright smiles."

This is not Han's first time making a donation. On his birthday in 2025, he also delivered donations to Samsung Medical Center to support treatment and caregiving costs for adult severe disease patients, as well as treatment costs for pediatric and adolescent patients.

That same year, along with his fellow Stray Kids members, he made donations to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association and the social welfare corporation World Vision to help restore wildfire-damaged areas in Gyeongsangnam-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do, and also deposited funds to Hong Kong World Vision to aid in the recovery from Hong Kong fire damage, continuing his steady good deeds.

Meanwhile, Stray Kids kicked off the group-led new festival "STRAYCITY" across three regions in South America with their concert in Bogota, Colombia, on the 9th (local time), and took the stage as headliners on the 11th at Brazil's mega-scale music festival "Rock in Rio." Along with their festival activities, they are expected to expand their global presence through their smoothly progressing new world tour "RUN IT."

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A solid six-year narrative is shaken violently by a single date.

In the 7th episode of the SBS program "Love Against Time", airing at 10:10 PM on the 14th, a tense love triangle unfolds featuring Kim Nayoung pushing forward boldly, Kim Seonho whose heart is wavering, and Jeong Yeji who feels a sense of crisis while watching them.

During the broadcast, Kim Nayoung takes the lead by revealing her true feelings during her date with Kim Seonho, saying, "I think this is the first time I felt a flutter since coming in here." In response, Kim Seonho, who is 5 years younger, suddenly drops a casual tone flirty remark by calling her "Nayoung-ah", turning the studio upside down. Shocked by the sudden surge in tension between the two, host YENA expressed her astonishment by saying, "The two of them are like a runaway locomotive right now," while Jung Yong-hwa could not hide his excitement, commenting, "They stepped fully on the accelerator."

However, sensing the strange atmosphere between the two after the date, Jeong Yeji expresses her anxiety, saying, "We have the time we built up..." To make matters worse, as Kim Seonho follows up with unexpected bombshell remarks, the relationship among the three falls into uncontrollable chaos.

Ultimately facing unexpected reality, Jeong Yeji holds back her tears as she confesses, "I wanted to run away," evoking sympathy. Attention is focused on where Kim Seonho's heart will head between the fresh flutter with Kim Nayoung and the long history with Jeong Yeji.

The breathtaking emotional line of the three, where you cannot predict even an inch ahead, will be revealed in the 7th episode of "Love Against Time", airing tonight at 10:10 PM on the 14th.

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Actor Hwayoung, formerly of the group T-ARA, has finished her wedding ceremony and headed out on her honeymoon.

Through her social media, Hwayoung shared glimpses of her departure for her honeymoon following the wedding, expressing her gratitude to the wedding guests.

On September 13, the day after the wedding, Hwayoung wrote, "From lovers to a married couple, the two words 'married couple' have quietly settled before our names today. I am excited for the days when the hearts that used to look at each other will now become a life facing the same direction, walking while looking at the same place." She added, "I will walk slowly and firmly through all the days to come, embracing joy, excitement, and sometimes even the shakes together. We will live well."

Having held her wedding at a hotel in Seoul on September 12, Hwayoung also released a video of herself walking alone down the aisle to meet her new groom that day. In the video, Hwayoung showed her overwhelming emotions as she wiped away tears, appearing deeply moved.

She also shared a moment of herself sharing a kiss with the groom in front of the guests, adding to the touching atmosphere. The wedding was held privately with only close family and acquaintances in attendance, and Hwayoung and the groom reportedly left for their honeymoon after the ceremony.

The groom is reportedly a non-celebrity businessman three years her senior. Previously, an official well-acquainted with the two stated, "They met through an introduction and developed into romantic partners, and I understand they recently decided to marry based on deep trust and affection for each other."

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Actor Joo Sang Wook captivated viewers on SBS's "My Little Old Boy" by revealing a sweet and affectionate fatherly side and deep empathy hidden beneath his intense villainous image.

Appearing as a special host on the September 13 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," Joo Sang Wook shared behind-the-scenes stories from his recently beloved drama "Agent Kim Reactivated," along with casual stories about his wife Cha Ye-ryun and their 9-year-old daughter.

Opening the show, Joo shared an anecdote proving his strong immersion in his recent intense villain role, mentioning that after visiting a fish market, older women scolded him by saying, "You shouldn't be like that" and "You're too mean." He also demonstrated strong camaraderie by sharing a heartwarming behind-the-scenes story of his co-star So Jisub, who gifted pure gold out of his own pocket to all the actors and staff members after filming wrapped.

When the conversation turned to his family, Joo transformed into an undeniable girl-dad. Describing his 9-year-old daughter, he praised her by saying, "She takes after me from the nose up and her mother from the nose down," adding that even her calm personality resembles his. In particular, when Seo Jang-hoon asked what he would do if his daughter brought home a boyfriend he didn't like, Joo playfully joked, "I wonder if I should move abroad. I don't think I could bear to see it. I'd even summon Manager Nam from 'Agent Kim Reactivated' to stop them from meeting," bringing laughter to the set.

Meanwhile, while watching the VCR of singer Kim Bum-soo, who joined as a new son on "My Little Old Boy" and struggled to find his voice, Joo offered heartfelt support, saying, "His sincerity came through, and I felt choked up and ready to cry for a moment."

On this day, Joo shed the chilliness of his villain character and revealed another charm by showing his deep affection for his daughter and profound empathy for a colleague's pain.

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