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A meerkat with a terrifying appetite hidden behind an adorable appearance is set to take over a multi-pet household.

On the August 9 broadcast of SBS "Animal Farm", the unpredictable daily life of Changdeok, the youngest member of a peaceful multi-cat household and the house's only meerkat, will be revealed.

Contrary to rumors that his mere presence makes cats tremble, Changdeok showed an affectionate side by approaching the production team he was meeting for the first time without hesitation and diving into their arms. However, this peace did not last long.

The moment the owner took out treats for the pets, Changdeok's gaze instantly changed. Not only did he monopolize the treats for himself, but he also did not hesitate to threaten the cats living with him. Because of his unusual obsession with food that does not even allow food crumbs fallen on the floor, there is not a single day of peace in the house.

Changdeok's bold food crusade goes into full swing when the owner is away from home. Despite thorough preparations to prevent his eating habits before going out, left alone, Changdeok turned the whole house upside down by opening the dining table and sink, as well as pot lids.

However, an unexpected crisis strikes Changdeok's unstoppable food run. Unusual warning signs appeared in Changdeok, leading to a health checkup. What was heard at the hospital about Changdeok's condition shocked the studio.

Where did the brake-free appetite of the cute big eater Changdeok begin, and his tumultuous health recovery project will be revealed on "Animal Farm", airing at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 9.

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SBS Power FM (107.7MHz) has reclaimed its status as South Korea's top radio channel, rising to the number one spot in overall radio listenership for the first time in two years.

According to the 2026 round 3 radio listenership survey results released by Korea Research on the 5th, SBS Power FM took an overwhelming first place with an overall channel share of 23.3%.

This marks the first time in about two years that SBS Power FM has claimed the number one spot in overall channel listenership since the round 3 survey in 2024. Having consistently maintained the top throne among listeners in their 20s through 40s, its core demographic, the channel has now swept the overall listenership rankings as well, proving its powerful competitiveness across all generations and age groups.

SBS Power FM's stellar performance also shone through in individual program achievements. Its flagship program "Cultwo Show" swept the number one spot in overall program listenership for both weekdays and weekends simultaneously, showing the true power of a national entertainment radio show.

The weekday program rankings were also swept by SBS Power FM. Following "Cultwo Show", "Kim Young-chul's Power FM" ranked second overall, and "Hwang Je-sung's Hwangje Power" ranked sixth overall, placing three programs within the weekday Top 10.

Having recaptured first place in overall listenership based on young, trendy content and the unrivaled activities of popular DJs, SBS Power FM has solidified its position as South Korea's representative radio channel through a solid lineup that is not biased toward specific time slots or age groups.

Meanwhile, the radio listenership survey was conducted for two weeks from July 7 to 20 among 3,000 radio listeners aged 15 to 69 in Seoul and the metropolitan area.

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Hong Jin-ho is set to draw laughs on "Running Man" with his noticeable weight gain.

In the upcoming episode of SBS's "Running Man" airing at 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, Hong Jin-ho, making his 10th appearance on the show, and rising comedian Kim Ji-yu, making her first appearance, will join as guests for the "Let's Tour Around Jongno Together" race.

During the opening, Hong Jin-ho, who previously announced his successful diet during his last appearance, caught everyone's attention by returning with a fuller look after half a year. Seeing his changed appearance, the members endlessly teased him by asking, "Aren't you Shim Hyung-rae?", bringing immediate laughter from the start of the opening.

On the other hand, Kim Ji-yu, making her first appearance on "Running Man," instantly captivated the set with her exceptional variety show skills. Sharing her thoughts on appearing on the show, which had been a long-held wish of her parents, she boldly showed off her prepared "club flirting dance" personal talent. In particular, when she danced alongside Song Jihyo and Ji Ye-eun, Yu Jae-seok made a playful joke by saying, "It looks like aunts and older sisters gathering for the holidays," turning the set into a sea of laughter.

The race on this day will be conducted as a mission where the teams, divided into Yu Jae-seok's team and Kim Jong-kook's team, must be the first to complete the "Jongno Marble" board. Rules were applied where they had to write their names on balls acquired while performing missions across Jongno and put them into either the prize barrel or the penalty barrel.

It was reported that a fierce battle of wits and betrayal unfolded among the members as they tried to put their own names in the prize barrel and throw other members' names into the penalty barrel.

Who will be the final team to race through Jongno and claim victory? The unpredictable "Let's Tour Around Jongno Together" race will be revealed on "Running Man," airing at 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 9.

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Star producer Kim Tae-ho's production company TEO is launching a high-efficiency office dating reality show tailored for busy modern office workers.

Premiering on Thursday, August 13 at 6 p.m. KST via TEO's official YouTube channel, "Sasaroun Mannam Chugu" (hereafter "Sasamannan") is a customized office dating reality show designed for single office workers in their 20s and 30s who have found it difficult to date amidst their busy daily lives.

Reflecting the lifestyles of busy professionals, "Sasamannan" introduces a lunchtime meeting concept where participants can efficiently get to know each other in a short period of time. It presents a unique, customized matching experience every episode based on verified information, realistic conditions, and the shared common denominator of being office workers.

In particular, the first episode will feature a 3-on-3 meeting between cast members from Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, followed by a lineup of single men and women with top-tier backgrounds, including doctors and lawyers.

The teaser video released on August 6 drew attention by capturing the bold and unfiltered dating perspectives of the office worker cast members. Along with striking remarks such as "It is possible to have skinship before dating" and "I am going to win you over," a direct financial conversation asking, "Do you spend 900 million won out of the 1 billion won you earn?" was also caught on camera. In response, main MC DINDIN dropped his jaw in disbelief, asking, "Is this the Samsung-style flirting?", while fellow hosts Girls' Generation's Hyoyeon and Mina-sue Choi showed deeply immersed reactions, calling it a "dopamine bomb" and raising anticipation.

The production team of "Sasamannan" stated, "We planned a special format called a customized lunchtime meeting for office workers who still want to find a good connection amidst their busy daily lives," adding, "Through different meeting concepts in each episode, the honest and bold flirting of office workers, and unpredictable chemistry, we will deliver excitement and dopamine unlike existing dating programs."

The 4-episode reality show "Sasaroun Mannam Chugu," depicting the realistic romances of bold office workers, will premiere on Thursday, August 13 at 6 p.m. KST via TEO's YouTube channel.

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Ahead of its opening this October, the Busan International Film Festival has released the official posters for the 31st Busan International Film Festival and the 21st Asian Contents & Film Market.

The core motif of the official poster for the 31st Busan International Film Festival is a crowd of figures. Capturing the audiences who visited the festival last year, this poster highlights moviegoers not merely as observers of the festival, but as participants who help complete it together.

The diverse appearances and narratives of those who found the festival with their own perspectives blend together within the poster, recalling the presence of the audience at the center of the festival. The figures embodying the crowd symbolize the numerous encounters and moments that make up the festival, capturing the stories of attendees experiencing the festival in their own ways as a single landscape. Through this, it delivers the message that the countless experiences of the audience come together to finally complete a single film festival.

This official poster was planned and designed by Art Director Choi Soon-dae, who has worked as an art director since the 2nd Busan International Film Festival, designing posters and festival spaces.

Art Director Choi Soon-dae shared the planning intent, stating, "What has always completed the film festival is the presence of the audiences who filled the seats," and adding, "I worked on the poster with the meaning that the film festival already becomes a single film in every moment of the audience arriving at the venue, staying, and waiting for the film."

Raising anticipation by unveiling the official poster, the 31st Busan International Film Festival will be held for ten days from Tuesday, October 6 to Thursday, October 15 around the Busan Cinema Center.

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Actors Heo Bong-sik and Bae Jeong-nam reveal unexpected charms behind their tough appearances.

On the upcoming August 9 episode of the SBS variety show "My Little Old Boy," Busan natives Bae Jeong-nam and Heo Bong-sik will embark on a trip to their hometown filled with surprising charms.

During the broadcast, the two set out to visit a hot spot in Busan that Heo Bong-sik had always wanted to see. Upon arriving at their first destination, Bae Jeong-nam could not hide his embarrassment upon seeing a dessert cafe full of cute aesthetics, remarking, "Why are two guys coming to a place like this?" and "It is so embarrassing," drawing laughter.

However, contrary to his intense impression, Heo Bong-sik turned out to be a true dessert lover who was fully up to date with the latest trendy desserts. When Heo Bong-sik's unexpected side was revealed, the studio erupted into laughter.

Heo Bong-sik's surprising charms did not end there. The next place he led Bae Jeong-nam to was none other than a nail salon. While Bae Jeong-nam was extremely nervous, Heo Bong-sik surprised the studio once again by confessing his unexpected background, saying, "I learned nail art when I was in high school."

Thanks to Heo Bong-sik showing knowledge comparable to that of a professional, even the nail salon staff could not hide their admiration. It is said that Bae Jeong-nam, who was initially awkward about getting nail care, became completely captivated as time went on.

Next, the two visited a local restaurant confidently recommended by Heo Bong-sik as the final course of their Busan trip. When the food appeared, host Shin Dong-yeob marveled at the unexpected and unique visual, saying, "This is my first time seeing this," and host Seo Jang-hoon could not take his eyes off it either.

In particular, Heo Bong-sik, who usually cannot drink a single drop of alcohol, made everyone burst into laughter by presenting his own golden-ratio "carbonated drink somaek" for Bae Jeong-nam, who said he was craving a drink.

The unpredictable and surprising Busan trip of Bae Jeong-nam and Heo Bong-sik will be revealed on "My Little Old Boy," airing at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 9. 

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Singer Byul shared the reason why she decided to sponsor as many children as the number of family members she has through Compassion.

During an interview with the international child sponsorship organization Compassion, Byul shared that regular sponsorship was a first for her with Compassion. She mentioned that she was deeply moved by a story of sponsoring children after accidentally watching an episode featuring Baek Z Young on a program at home.

She continued, "As a mother raising children myself, my heart was moved greatly. That very day, I went onto the Compassion website and signed up to sponsor five children to match the number of members in our family. I wanted to share our family's happiness with those five children as well." She added, "It hasn't been long since I started the sponsorship, but I am feeling great joy."

Byul married singer and entertainer HAHA in 2012, and the couple has three children. After maintaining a sibling-like relationship for over a decade, the two developed into a romantic relationship sparked by a text message HAHA sent to Byul saying, "We are at an age where we should get married now."

Byul revealed, "On the way back from visiting my father who had been battling an illness for a long time, HAHA said, 'It is an honor to enter this family.' That single remark provided great comfort by understanding the time our family had endured, and at that moment, I decided to get married."

The interview video, which contains various stories ranging from Byul's debut and marriage to her sponsorship, can be viewed on the official Korea Compassion YouTube channel.

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The film "HOPE" has been officially invited to the Midnight Madness section of the 51st Toronto International Film Festival.

The Midnight Madness section of the Toronto International Film Festival showcases original genre films featuring intense concepts and sensory visuals.

"HOPE" was previously invited to the competition section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival, where it premiered to enthusiastic cheers and a standing ovation from global filmmakers. Following that, it was selected as the Centerpiece screening at the 25th New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), successfully completing its North American premiere. Director Na Hong-jin also received the Daniel A. Craft Award for Excellence in Action Cinema in recognition of his contribution to the development of genre films.

"HOPE" is scheduled to open in North America on September 9 (Wednesday). It is also set to be screened at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, which opens on September 10 and runs through the 20th.

Emerging as a major hit upon its domestic release and captivating theaters this summer, "HOPE" has continued to prove its strong appeal following preview screenings in New York and Los Angeles. Responses included, "As soon as the end credits rolled, everyone in the audience gathered together and started a group discussion," (IMDb_ka*

), "A film that shows the next step for action movies," (IMDb_al), and "The camera, production design, and even Marco Beltrami's music are all fantastic," (X_Li

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"HOPE" tells the story that begins when Beom-seok, the head of the Hopohang branch office located in the Demilitarized Zone, hears news from local young people that a tiger has appeared, and encounters an unbelievable reality as the entire village goes on high alert. It was released domestically on July 15 and drew 4.29 million moviegoers.

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Comedian and broadcaster Cho Se-ho, who halted his broadcast activities following allegations of ties to organized crime, has resumed his personal social media activity after eight months and announced his appearance on the Netflix variety show "Screwballs" Season 6.

On the 7th, Cho Se-ho posted on his Instagram, saying, "It has been a long time since I greeted you on Instagram! I have returned with 'Screwballs' Season 6," along with several behind-the-scenes stills from the new season. The released photos show him in various looks, ranging from a disguise as Queen rock band's Freddie Mercury to cross-dressing with a bob wig. He added, "We prepared this new season to be fun, so please show lots of interest," and also shared the broadcast time for the first episode of the new season.

This marks Cho Se-ho's first post on social media in about eight months since he uploaded a letter of apology last December.

Previously, Cho Se-ho became embroiled in suspicions of ties to organized crime last December after photos containing a certain individual and related allegations were raised.

He explained, "As I have traveled to various regional events for a long time, I met various people whom I did not know before. However, as many people are concerned, the suspicions raised due to those ties are entirely untrue." His agency also completely denied the suspicions, stating, "They are simply acquaintance relationships, and there has been no exchange of money or valuables." However, as the controversy did not subside, Cho Se-ho posted a letter of apology and voluntarily stepped down from KBS2's "2 Days & 1 Night" and tvN's "You Quiz on the Block", halting his activities.

Afterward, he made an earlier appearance on broadcasts through his appearance on Netflix's "Screwballs 4." At the time, when members Joo Woo-jae, Kim Sook, and Hong Jin-kyung asked about his current situation, Cho Se-ho stated, "I am sorry for causing concern. I was careless in my relationships." He repeatedly explained, "I have never received money or valuables, and I am not involved in any financial relationships or business." He also stated, "I do not think of this as a return. I am still reflecting and will be more careful in the future." At the time, Joo Woo-jae also added, "Appearing on 'Screwballs' is not a return. It was filmed according to the originally scheduled itinerary."

Attention is focused on whether this social media post will serve as an opportunity for Cho Se-ho to increase his communication with the public and broaden the scope of his broadcast activities.

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SBS's new variety show "My Town Reborn," designed to overcome the crisis of regional extinction, is finally ready to unveil its veil.

Premiering this Saturday, August 8, at 5:10 PM KST, SBS's "My Town Reborn" is a regional regeneration project variety show that breathes new life into neglected idle spaces as unique local hubs. Teaming up with experts in various fields, the cast diagnoses on-site problems and handles everything from space remodeling to content planning.

To tackle this massive project, Lee Kyung-gyu, YOUNGTAK, DINDIN, and Lee Won-il have united as the "New Neighborhood Management Team." Led by anchor and team leader Lee Kyung-gyu, the four members with distinct personalities form the lineup: public relations director YOUNGTAK, administrative director DINDIN, and cooking director Lee Won-il.

The first project location for the "New Neighborhood Management Team" is Jinan County in Jeonbuk State. Facing regional extinction due to rapid population decline and aging, the management team's first mission is to regenerate the former Yongdamho Art Museum, which has been abandoned for seven years.

However, the site was utterly disastrous. Left as ruins with only mold, corrosion, and a collapsed ceiling, the scene instantly descended into chaos when a dead bird was even discovered. Witnessing the grim interior, DINDIN ultimately declared that he would quit halfway through the very first shoot, leaving even Lee Kyung-gyu flustered.

An unexpected foodie tour by the management team as they explored Jinan to revitalize the space was also featured. Viewers can look forward to YOUNGTAK showing off a storm of eating while falling in love with the taste of Jinan black pork, and Lee Won-il sparing no praise after drinking a hidden menu item at a Jinan cafe, calling it "the best coffee I've had all year."

However, the project, which seemed to be smoothly finding its direction, runs into a massive hurdle in the form of unexpected legal issues. Attention is focused on whether the "New Neighborhood Management Team" can overcome this and transform the ruins into a new landmark in Jinan.

The first episode of the Jinan leg of "My Town Reborn," SBS's new challenge that has written successful formulas for regional regeneration variety shows such as "Backstreet" and "Local Glow Up: Korea’s Flagship," will air this Saturday, August 8, at 5:10 PM KST.

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The Rising Eagles of SBS "Rising Eagles Season 2" are facing their toughest opponents yet amid a relentless wave of injuries among key players.

Airing at 11:05 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, the upcoming episode of "Rising Eagles Season 2" shows the Rising Eagles, currently on a four-game winning streak, taking on Pentagon, a powerhouse team with a 35-year tradition in Chungcheong Province, in pursuit of their fifth consecutive win.

However, the Rising Eagles are in a state of high emergency ahead of the match. With ace Jeong Kyu-min sidelined due to a ligament injury, the appearances of Son Tae-jin and Julien Kang are also uncertain due to ankle injuries. With CHANYEOL and Jung Jin-woon also absent, the team is severely lacking available player resources.

Faced with this frustrating situation, coach Seo Jang-hoon expressed his anguish, saying, "It is difficult to keep this basketball team going with this current headcount," and earnestly pleaded with the players to summon an even more frantic level of concentration.

A ray of light amidst the crisis is the return of "victory designer" Oh Seung-hoon. Having suffered a broken nose, Oh Seung-hoon displayed fighting spirit by wearing a protective facial mask and completed a winning combination alongside ace Moon Soo-in in pursuit of a fifth straight win.

Pentagon, the team they will face, was founded in 1992 and boasts a 35-year history. They are a top-tier powerhouse from the Chungcheong region who previously advanced all the way to the United States in 3x3 basketball to meet NBA legends. Pentagon player Uhm Hee-chan heated up the atmosphere by declaring a pride-on-the-line showdown, stating, "Moon Soo-in is a good player, but I cannot acknowledge him as an ace."

Although the Rising Eagles gained an early upper hand in the first quarter thanks to the chemistry between the returning Oh Seung-hoon and Moon Soo-in, the dreaded "curse of the second quarter" soon began. They faced a major crisis as their offensive flow was completely paralyzed, overwhelmed by the opponent's dominant physical play and rebounding battle.

It was reported that coach Seo Jang-hoon, usually as fierce as a tiger, even blamed himself and fell into deep despair, saying, "My abilities are lacking," shocking everyone on set.

Meanwhile, after the match, coach Tae-pun arranged a special 3-on-3 basketball training session at the Han River with players who are alumni of "High School Baller" and a time for the exhausted players to share their inner thoughts, delivering warm comfort.

The unpredictable, unprecedented crisis match will be revealed on "Rising Eagles Season 2," airing at 11:05 p.m. on Sunday, August 9.

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Comedian Kim Kyu-won's past deeds of caring for an elementary school student with limited mobility while serving as a public service worker have belatedly come to light, drawing touching responses.

On the 7th, one illustrator shared a drawing based on a reader's submission on Instagram. The submitter is a parent who has been raising a son who has used a wheelchair since the fourth grade of elementary school due to congenital myopathy.

The submitter recalled, "I cannot express how nervous and worried I was on the first day he went to and from school in a wheelchair." They added, "We received help from the public service workers at the school, but some of them seemed annoyed and overtly said things like 'I can't do this,' which always left me walking on eggshells and crying alone in distress."

According to the submitter, when the child reached the fifth grade of elementary school, he met Kim Kyu-won, who was working as a public service worker at the time. The public service worker, who listened well to the child and truly cherished him, was a tremendous help especially when the child had a urinary accident at school.

The submitter explained, "I received a phone call from him, and while I was flustered because I was far away and couldn't go right away, he told me not to worry as he would handle it himself." Afterward, when they met at dismissal time, Kim Kyu-won had hand-washed the child's underwear, dried it in the sun, and neatly folded it in a plastic bag to hand over. It is said that when the apologetic submitter expressed her gratitude, he instead apologized, saying, "I called you unnecessarily and made you anxious."

Ahead of his discharge from service, Kim Kyu-won prepared rice cakes to share at the school, said a tearful goodbye to the child, and promised to attend the elementary school graduation ceremony. However, after all family members tested positive for COVID-19, the visit to the graduation ceremony fell through, and Kim Kyu-won instead left a bouquet of flowers and a gift in front of their home before leaving.

After seeing Kim Kyu-won active in broadcasts and on YouTube, the submitter reached out to him again, and Kim Kyu-won renewed his promise to attend the middle school graduation ceremony. Despite his busy broadcasting schedule, he kept his promise and visited the actual graduation ceremony site.

The submitter expressed, "Thank you so much to the teacher, and our family is so thrilled that you are doing well. To our family, the teacher ranks number zero among all celebrities," adding, "Thank you so much for giving our child wonderful memories, and we sincerely wish you even greater success in all your endeavors."

Debuting on tvN's "Comedy Big League" in 2023, Kim Kyu-won joined "SNL Korea" starting from season 5 and made his face known through sub-characters such as "Gyu-katsu." At the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards held on the 31st of last month, he won the Best New Male Entertainer award for "SNL Korea."

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True to his title as the "worldwide handsome guy," BTS member JIN has graced the cover of the digital project "D-EDITION" by the fashion magazine Elle.

According to the magazine, this pictorial was shot against the backdrop of a historic castle in Paris, in collaboration with a high jewelry brand.

JIN recently performed as a co-headliner for the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, and also completed the North American leg of his world tour "ARIRANG" at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. This photo shoot took place amidst these busy schedules.

"Elle D-Edition" is a digital project launched by Elle targeting web and social media audiences. JIN's three digital covers, pictorials, teaser videos, and fashion films will be released on Elle's official website (elle.co.kr) and social media channels.

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Broadcaster Shin Dong-yeob has issued an apology following controversy over inaccurate remarks he made regarding the musical performance environment in Daehangno on the YouTube variety show "Zzanhan Bro".

The issue began from a video released on June 3 on the YouTube channel "Zzanhan Bro Shin Dong-yeob". While having a drinking talk with guests Boom and Nucksal, Shin discussed the topic of musicals and made remarks to the effect of, "Daehangno mostly has small theaters, so they don't do musicals there. Musicals are performed in large theaters, so what is done in Daehangno is small-theater musicals. You don't even need to wear microphones for those."

After the video was released, strong backlash arose among theater industry insiders and audiences.

Viewers responded in the comments section with rebuttals such as, "Performances that started in Daehangno do well in Korea and are even performed overseas," "It is a remark that failed to consider the many people working hard every day performing in Daehangno right now," and "Even if classified as a small theater, there are many venues too large for unamplified voices to carry, so microphones are frequently worn."

As the controversy grew, Shin posted a statement on the "Zzanhan Bro" YouTube community page on June 6. He stated, "I sincerely bow my head and apologize to everyone who was hurt and disappointed by my careless words and actions during the recent broadcast of 'Zzanhan Bro'."

He went on to say, "Daehangno is a very meaningful and special space to me," adding, "I have felt deep resonance and emotion watching numerous masterpieces such as "Subway Line 1" and "Finding Mr. Destiny" in Daehangno." He added, "That is why I have always held affection and respect for the Daehangno stage and performing arts."

Regarding the background of the controversial remarks, Shin explained, "Caught up in the banter exchanged with the cast during the broadcast, I ended up making lighthearted remarks that failed to consider the actual environment of the venue and the hard work of countless people."

He stated, "I once again deeply apologize to everyone who felt discomfort and hurt due to my lacking words and actions," and added, "In the future, I will be much more cautious in my words and actions wherever I am, and I will always maintain a humble mindset toward the dedication of those who create stage arts."

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SBS Friday-Saturday 'cider' universe icon "Flex X Cop 2" is finally making its refreshing return with cool-headed investigations starting today (August 7).

Premiering tonight, August 7, at 9:50 PM KST, the new SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2" (written by Kim Ba-da, directed by Kim Jae-hong) is a delightful, exhilarating, and satisfying 'cider' cooperative investigative drama starring Jin Yi-soo (played by Ahn Bo-hyun), a chaebol detective who turns the tables with his immense wealth whenever investigations hit a wall, alongside new team leader Joo Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae).

Even before its broadcast, the show has entered Good Data Corporation's TV drama buzz TOP 10 ranking, generating high anticipation. Here are four core points to watch highlighted by the production team.

# Unleashing True Wealth: High-End 'Cider' Cooperative Investigation

Starting from the very first episode with a homemade bomb terror incident, spectacular cases spanning action, horror, and noir unfold. Whenever an investigation stalls, Jin Yi-soo deploys private jets and mobilizes real estate transactions, delivering an unprecedented level of flex-driven investigation that will blast away the summer heat.

# The Return of Jin Yi-soo: A Master of Madness and Wealth

Jin Yi-soo, the chaebol detective who previously wiped out criminals by using his massive wealth, connections, brilliant mind, and various skills mastered as hobbies as cheat keys, returns with even stronger charms. Having completed formal police academy training, Jin Yi-soo is set to deliver a sharp and polished performance, combining his signature lovable nuisance charm with professional investigative skills.

# Completed "Tight Discipline Chemistry" with the Addition of Jung Eun-chae

In this season, Jung Eun-chae joins the cast, breathing fresh energy into Violent Crime Team 1. Stepping up as Joo Hye-ra, the "devil team leader" and former counter-terrorism team ace, Jung Eun-chae creates a strangely opposing and synergistic dynamic with Jin Yi-soo, her former police academy student and attention-seeking detective, adding vibrant energy to the series.

# An "Ultra-Luxurious Special Appearance Lineup" Reminiscent of an Awards Ceremony

Led by Yoo Seung-ho transforming into a mysterious chaebol character, a massive lineup of popular actors including Kim Eui-sung, Lee Hak-joo, Heo Sung-tae, Jung Chae-yeon, Jeon Hye-bin, and Joo Hyun-young step up, heightening unpredictable immersion in every episode.

The production team shared, "We have prepared everything richly, from even more cunning villains and more extravagant flexing by Yi-soo to a larger scale and the fun of watching the special appearance actors. Unconventional and fascinating cases that cannot be seen in other dramas will unfold. It is a work you can enjoy refreshingly on a hot summer night, so we ask that you tune in live."

"Flex X Cop 2" premieres tonight (the 7th) at 9:50 PM KST, following "Agent Kim Reactivated".

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As global girl group BLACKPINK celebrates its 10th anniversary, fans are expressing disappointment over the lack of opportunities to communicate with the group they have supported for so long.

YG Entertainment, which supports BLACKPINK's group activities, announced two days ago on the 6th that BLACKPINK would hold a gathering with 40 fans to celebrate their 10th anniversary on the afternoon of the 8th somewhere in Seoul.

The announcement included the phrase "We ask for active participation from BLINKs who want to share precious memories with BLACKPINK" along with the event overview. Participation was limited to 40 people, and the application period lasted for only nine hours, from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM on the 6th. Eligibility was restricted to members of the paid BLACKPINK Weverse Membership as of the 31st of last month, and digital membership subscribers were unable to apply.

Furthermore, the notice included the caveat that "Only some members of BLACKPINK (those whose schedules permit) are scheduled to participate."

Surrounding the rushed preparation period and the limited number of participants, reactions within the fandom pointed out that it lacks sincerity for such a meaningful 10th anniversary. Speculative posts pointing to ROSÉ as the absent member also spread in some circles.

In response, ROSÉ's agency, THE BLACK LABEL, released a separate statement. THE BLACK LABEL stated, "Unfounded claims and unconfirmed speculations regarding the artist's personal schedule and participation in the debut anniversary event are spreading." They added, "The artist has prioritized and secured all schedules well in advance to share this meaningful moment with fans," and requested, "Please refrain from reckless criticism based on one-sided speculation without verified facts."

Later, it was reported through some media outlets that LISA was the actual absent member for the 10th-anniversary fan meeting. Recently, LISA drew attention when local media reported on her staying in Thailand and spending an ordinary daily life with her family. With some members absent and a small-scale event limited to 40 participants, fans are expressing disappointment, saying that the meaning and purpose of BLACKPINK's 10th anniversary have been overshadowed.

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The loneliest king in history, Danjong, is finally no longer alone.

On the August 6 broadcast of the SBS program "Tails of Tales," the show delved into the final chapters of the young king's life under the special historical episode subtitle "Hongwi, Nosan, Danjong: In Search of the King's Name."

Danjong stands out as one of the most tragic figures in the Joseon Dynasty. Born into a flawless royal lineage spanning two generations, he ascended the throne at the tender age of twelve, only to have his crown usurped by his uncle, Grand Prince Suyang, just three years into his reign.

After instigating the Gyeyu Jeongnan coup to seize power, Suyang appointed those who aided him as merits-based subjects, annihilated the faction of Kim Jong-seo, and sent Grand Prince Anpyeong into exile. Consequently, Danjong was reduced to a mere puppet king.

By the age of fifteen, Danjong realized that as long as he remained on the throne, he could not prevent the sacrifice of the people loyal to him, and he voluntarily stepped down. His uncle thus became King Sejo, the seventh monarch of Joseon. Following his ascension, Sejo mercilessly purged anyone who had supported Danjong.

In response, those attempting to protect the young king risked their lives to plot a coup. However, ominous signs emerged during the single month of May, including comets appearing eleven times and a food steamer wailing on its own. Ultimately, through the tactical maneuvering of Han Myeong-hoe, the coup was thwarted by Sejo.

Filled with anxiety, individuals preparing for the uprising eventually tipped off Sejo about its masterminds. Sejo personally led the interrogation. Yet Sung Sam-mun and Park Paeng-nyeon resisted to the very end. They continued to address Sejo as a mere lord rather than recognizing him as king, leaving every single coin of the stipends he granted them untouched. In retaliation, Sejo ordered the brutal execution known as "georyeohyeong," where the limbs and head of the condemned were tied to horse-drawn carts and pulled in opposite directions.

Those who remained loyal to Danjong until their deaths later became known as the Six Martyred Ministers. At the time, Sejo described the comets and other strange phenomena as celestial anomalies.

Eventually, Sejo ordered Danjong's exile under the pretext that the deposed king was behind a treasonous plot. Demoted from king emeritus to Prince Nosan, Danjong was no longer a king.

Sent into exile in Yeongwol, Gangwon Province, Danjong faced a complete separation from his wife. He sensed deeply that he would never leave Cheongnyeongpo alive.

Even in those dark times, someone remembered the king. Remembering King Munjong's plea not to leave his son alone, Grand Prince Geumseong plotted to restore Danjong to the throne. However, this plan was also discovered, and Grand Prince Geumseong was sentenced to poison.

Before drinking the fatal poison, when ordered to bow toward the king, he faced the northern direction where Danjong resided, offered a bow, and drank the poison, fulfilling his elder brother's request until his final moment.

The "Veritable Records of King Sejo" state that upon hearing this, Prince Nosan hanged himself, and that he was buried with appropriate courtesy. However, most surviving folktales in Gangwon Province state that he was killed by officials sent by Sejo.

Furthermore, the later historical text "Yeollyeosil Gisul" describes the death of Prince Nosan through Wang Bang-yeon, an official of the Uigeumbu who arrived carrying the fatal poison sent by Sejo.

Records also note, "A court attendant always served Nosan, volunteered to do the deed himself, tied a long cord to a bowstring, and pulled it from behind the window of his seating area."

Only the "Veritable Records of King Sejo" state that Danjong died by suicide. All other accounts describe his death as a homicide, and although the details vary slightly, they all agree that Sejo sent the poison.

History is written by the victors. Sifting through the records of the victors and unofficial histories to determine what came closest to the truth was left to historians.

The remains of the boy who was once the king of Joseon were later cast into the Donggang River. Eom Heung-do, who had cared for him in Yeongwol, stepped out of his house with his three sons early the next morning, recovered Danjong's body, held a funeral, and then parted ways with his sons.

Stating that he would gladly accept death for the sake of righteousness, he protected his king until the end.

Eom Heung-do was not the only one who protected the king. Even after Eom departed, the people of Yeongwol attentively tended to Nosan's tomb.

Danjong was eventually restored as king by Sukjong, the 19th monarch of Joseon, and was given the temple name Danjong. The name was given with the meaning that upholding propriety and embracing righteousness constitutes "Dan." This occurred 241 years after Danjong passed away.

With Danjong's reinstatement, history was rewritten: his wife Lady Song was posthumously honored as Queen Jeongsun, and the Six Martyred Ministers became symbols of absolute loyalty. Eom Heung-do received the official post of Minister of Public Works and was bestowed with the posthumous title Chunguiegong.

If 569 years after Danjong's death his life could be summed up in a single word, it would be the lonely king. Yet today, many people seek out his traces, remember him, and feel sorrow for him. It is hoped that from now on, he will never be lonely again.

Moreover, history must no longer repeat the tragedy where the vulnerable are unjustly sacrificed for someone else's ambitions.

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With just one day left until the final decision, the romance lines on SBS's "Match to Marry 2" have fallen into unimaginable chaos.

On the 7th episode of the SBS variety show "Match to Marry 2", which aired on the 6th, tension escalated as the true feelings of the singles and their mothers clashed. The 7th episode recorded a peak viewership rating of 2.4% (based on households in the Seoul metropolitan area according to Nielsen Korea), with the scene where Kim Da-hye expressed her inner thoughts after finishing her final meeting with Kang Shin-woo's mother claiming the "best 1 minute."

On this day, Kim Da-hye met Kang Shin-woo and hinted at rejection, saying, "I want to meet someone with the same religion." However, Kang Shin-woo remained oblivious, repeatedly responding, "Isn't it part of the Lord's plan that someone I'm attracted to is non-religious?" He even went as far as blaming Kim Da-hye's distancing behavior on his own mother, drawing sighs from the hosts. Watching this, Seo Jang-hoon clearly diagnosed the situation, saying, "Shin-woo has lost his reason. Da-hye is simply not romantically attracted to Shin-woo."

During the subsequent "final meeting," Kim Da-hye shed tears as she told Kang Shin-woo's mother, "I have already cleared my mind. I am sorry." However, Kang Shin-woo's mother added to Kim Da-hye's burden by repeatedly asking, "I support the relationship between Shin-woo and Da-hye. Can I think positively about the two of them?" In response, host Lee Yo-won expressed empathy, saying, "I understand a mother's heart of doing her absolute best for her son until the very end."

Conflicts among other cast members also continued. Choi Jung-yoon emerged as the most popular woman, receiving aggressive advances from three men: announcer Lee In-kwon, attorney Kwon Ye-chan, and professional golfer Moon Sung-mo. Meanwhile, An Do-yoon, an employee at S Corporation, burst into tears and evoked sympathy after asking announcer Lee In-kwon—for whom she held feelings—out on a date, only to be rejected on the grounds of their "9-year age gap." Additionally, oriental medicine doctor Yang Ha-yoon locked horns in extreme conflict with her mother, who declared, "I will not have a final meeting," while opposing pharmaceutical company employee Kim Dong-young.

Amid the mothers' opposition and the mixed true feelings of the matching men and women, the final episode of "Match to Marry 2," which holds the key to the birth of the final couple, will air at 9 PM on Thursday, the 13th.

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Movie "The Odyssey" has maintained its position at the top of the box office for two consecutive days.

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated ticket computer network on the 7th, "The Odyssey" drew 245,794 moviegoers nationwide on the 6th. Its cumulative audience number reached 539,514.

After taking first place at the box office by beating "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" on its opening day, "The Odyssey" kept up its momentum for a second consecutive day. "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" attracted 237,605 moviegoers on the same day, engaging in a tight race with "The Odyssey".

The two films, which rank first and second in advance ticket sales, are expected to engage in fierce competition for the top spot at theaters this weekend as well.

Meanwhile, the Korean film "HOPE" saw its daily audience drop to the 20,000 range (27,128) following the release of the two films, flashing a red light on its path to breaking even.

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Kim Da-hye felt burdened by Kang Shin-woo and his mother.

On the August 6 broadcast of the SBS reality show "Match To Marry: With Parents 2", the final day ahead of the final decision was depicted.

During the broadcast, Kang Shin-woo blamed his mother, claiming she was the reason Kim Da-hye started keeping her distance from him.

Kang Shin-woo lashed out, saying, "Mom, you've never chosen her even once. I was the only one choosing her all this time. Why are you messing things up like this?" Watching this, the panelists expressed regret, saying, "Shin-woo has lost his cool. He is looking for excuses right now," and, "Why take it out on your mom? Da-hye's heart is simply not attracted to Shin-woo in a romantic way."

In response to her son's reaction, Kang Shin-woo's mother requested a final one-on-one talk with Kim Da-hye. She drew attention by pulling out items her son had prepared and launching a gifting offensive.

Kang Shin-woo's mother comforted Kim Da-hye, who suddenly started crying, by giving her a hug. She asked, "Are these tears of emotion?" Kang Shin-woo's mother also stated, "Honestly, I don't care about religion. I think how you feel toward each other is what matters in religious issues. You just need to try together."

In response, Kim Da-hye started by saying, "I am so sorry, as this might sound very rude to you, Mother." She then honestly confessed, "It is not because Shin-woo oppa lacks anything in absolute terms, but when I think about whether my heart is settled enough for this relationship to continue, I don't think it is."

Kim Da-hye declared, "Making a choice in the final selection when I am not certain could end up hurting us more," adding, "Actually, after today's date ended, I have already cleared my mind."

Hearing this, Kang Shin-woo's mother said, "He must have come on too strong, which probably made Da-hye feel burdened," showing understanding of the pressure Kim Da-hye felt from her son's actions. However, she asked, "I thought Da-hye would become my person, but can I still keep a positive mindset until the end?"

Kim Da-hye could not readily give an answer. Upon this, Kang Shin-woo's mother drew attention by saying, "I am only for Da-hye. Think about it carefully. I will support you until the end."

Expressing her thoughts on this, Kim Da-hye said, "Even after I communicated my thoughts, hearing people say 'I still support Da-hye and Shin-woo' only made me feel more burdened and weighed down on my shoulders."

Returning to the dorm, Kim Da-hye confessed that Kang Shin-woo's mother made her heart feel even heavier, saying, "Did my actions give him certainty? Did I behave in a way that led to this?" and, "All of their phrasing and ways of speaking felt coercive and burdensome. Even after I communicated that I was feeling burdened, seeing them continue to pile on that pressure felt too heavy for me."

At the same time, she seriously worried whether her actions might have caused Kang Shin-woo to misunderstand. The panelists reacted with regret, saying, "She never acted to that extent, but she did leave room for that person to possibly misunderstand."

Furthermore, Kim Da-hye surprised everyone by making a sudden comparison, stating that she felt Kang Shin-woo's mother's stories and actions lacked consideration for her, and adding, "It made me think that things might have been different if it were Ye-chan's mother."

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Lee In-kwon drew a clear line with Ahn Do-yoon.

On the August 6 broadcast of SBS's "Match To Marry: With Parents 2", the cast enjoyed their final date on the last day ahead of the final selection.

On this day, Ahn Do-yoon asked Lee In-kwon out on a date and brought up their age difference. Mentioning that someone she finds intimidating is the same age as him, she talked about their nine-year age gap.

In response, Lee In-kwon said, "I have never eaten alone with someone who is nine years apart." The panelists analyzed his behavior, noting, "He is pushing her away."

Even so, Ahn Do-yoon confessed that she wanted to be honest with her feelings and that he had kept crossing her mind. However, Lee In-kwon sighed and said, "Ha, nine years." He drew a line by stating, "Honestly, I haven't sorted out my burden regarding a nine-year gap. I think I need to give the nine-year difference some thought."

Lee In-kwon also said, "Truthfully, even now, my number one priority is Jung-yoon. That is why I am so grateful that you asked to share a meal."

During his interview with the production team, he drew attention by sharing his feelings, saying, "I didn't want to give her false hope. Still, my heart felt heavy after saying those words."

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Kim Da-hye pushed Kang Shin-woo away.

On the August 6 broadcast of the SBS variety show "Match To Marry: With Parents 2", Kim Da-hye was shown drawing a line with Kang Shin-woo following a change in her thoughts.

On this day, Kim Da-hye brought up her religion to Kang Shin-woo, saying, "I didn't realize that I was going along without looking at my beliefs for a moment, and then it just hit me right now."

Watching this, Seo Jang-hoon remarked, "Aren't you thinking to yourself that you're glad Shin-woo isn't Christian? It feels like she's strongly pushing religion as a perfect excuse to run away."

In response to Kim Da-hye's words, Kang Shin-woo said, "First of all, thank you for telling me. We've been talking about religion since we met on the first day, and it became an opportunity for my thoughts on religion to change." He added, "Actually, I even felt reluctant about going to church together, but Da-hye's actions and words were so holy that I now wanted to try going to church together too. And I think her faith has a lot to do with making Da-hye the person she is."

Kang Shin-woo then held onto Kim Da-hye, saying, "I met someone I was attracted to, and isn't the process of us meeting and adjusting even if that person is non-religious part of the Lord's plan? Is this an answer that we just have to end? I don't want to end it, I want to adjust. I want to adjust through conversation." To this, Kim Da-hye replied, "I'll pray a bit more," catching attention as the panelists advised, "She's backed into a corner. There's only one way out, she has to say 'He's not my style, I'm sorry.'"

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Celebrating their 9th year since debut, the group Stray Kids has returned with their new mini-album "THIS & THAT". What they chose was a challenge toward newness.

Stray Kids (BANG CHAN, LEE KNOW, CHANGBIN, HYUNJIN, HAN, FELIX, SEUNGMIN, I.N) held a press conference on the afternoon of the 6th at the Conrad Seoul Grand Ballroom in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, to commemorate the release of their 10th mini-album "THIS & THAT". This marks their comeback in about nine months since the release of their SKZ-IT tape "DO IT" last November.

Regarding his thoughts on making a comeback after nine months, CHANGBIN stated, "Since it has been a very long time since our last comeback, even the comeback stage happening tomorrow makes my heart flutter one by one. We had a Seoul concert, and I hope we can return the good energy we received then to STAY."

BANG CHAN explained, "Since we are also in our 9th year and have tried various music genres since our early debut days, I think the more diverse we are, the more diverse sides of Stray Kids we can show. True to the album name 'THIS & THAT', we have worked hard to prepare new colors of Stray Kids."

"THIS & THAT" consists of a total of eight tracks, starting with the pre-release song "RUN IT", followed by the title track "This & That", "After You", "Farming", "I Do", "Way Out", "Back Then", and "This & That (Festival ver.)". The title track is a hip-hop-based groovy track, and all songs were produced by the group's in-house producing team 3RACHA (BANG CHAN, CHANGBIN, HAN).

CHANGBIN introduced it by saying, "Unlike our previous title tracks, it contains a somewhat chill and relaxed side of SKZ. I tried to infuse the confidence that 'we do this and that' into the album." Regarding the sound of the title track, he shared the behind-the-scenes story: "I thought a sound that hasn't been heard before was experimental, and I tried to make it approachable by laying monotonous lyrics over a sound that could potentially feel messy. The hook came out quickly, and when I played it for the members, their reactions were good, so it was a song that gave me confidence."

Explaining the reason for choosing challenge over settling, HAN said, "There is always a safe choice, but the reason we do experimental things is because it's more fun. There are times when it gets difficult during the process, but there is a lot to learn within that. If we do the exact same thing every time, we lose interest ourselves."

The Korean elements contained in the music video also stand out. SEUNGMIN explained, "Many familiar places appear in the video. We integrated a Korean vibe so that our music wouldn't feel far away to listeners, giving them the feeling that 'Stray Kids is singing right beside us.'" FELIX added, "It's not our first time incorporating Korean elements, but this is a truly freshly brewed song and album containing SKZ's deep and rich flavor."

Last year, Stray Kids set a record by entering the "Billboard 200" at No. 1 for the eighth consecutive time as global artists with their album "DO IT".

However, Stray Kids emphasized that rather than external evaluations or expectations for chart results, they want to show their sincerity. SEUNGMIN replied, "Above all, I just hope our music reaches many people."

When asked about being mentioned as a leading candidate for the newly established Grammy Awards category "Best Asian Pop Music Performance", he answered with sincerity about music instead of giving a direct reply. SEUNGMIN stated, "Rather than paying attention to external glances, we sing while containing the stories we want to tell. We feel grateful that K-pop receives great love all over the world and are realizing the power of music." HYUNJIN also emphasized, "We have never set awards or records as a goal. The top priority is for our fans to be satisfied and happy."

On this day, following the successful completion of their largest-ever world tour "dominATE", they also expressed expectations for the new festival "STRAYCITY" spearheaded by Stray Kids, which will be held in Central and South America this coming September. HYUNJIN stated, "We approach festivals with the determination to go crazy and party together with the public as well as our fans, while concerts are our resolution to prove what kind of music we have done and want to do." SEUNGMIN conveyed, "We are still hungry. There is a strong desire to personally visit STAYs we haven't met yet."

Stray Kids is facing their team's first military enlistments. LEE KNOW, who is facing the group's first enlistment hiatus, promised, "I think fulfilling the defense duty is natural, so when I receive the call, I will faithfully and well perform it. We haven't talked deeply about activities after that, but it seems we will gather again. Because I want to repay the love I received, I will definitely return. If you wait just a little bit, I will be back in no time."

Stray Kids' new mini-album "THIS & THAT" will be released online and offline at 1 PM on the 7th.

Photo = Reporter Baek Seung-chul

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Actors Cha Tae-hyun and Um Ji-won are teaming up for the upcoming film "Two Cops and Five Kids".

"Two Cops and Five Kids" is a family action-comedy that unfolds when detective "Dong-shik", who ends up taking on full-time childcare for their five children while his wife "Kyung-ah" dives into a secret mission disguised as a trip, gets caught up in a crime syndicate takedown operation.

Cha Tae-hyun plays "Dong-shik", a detective who suddenly has to take on the solo care of their five children when his wife "Kyung-ah" leaves on a sudden trip ahead of his promotion exam. Having won the long-standing love of the public across films, dramas, and variety shows with his uniquely friendly charm and solid acting skills, Cha is set to showcase a deeply human side as both a violent crimes detective and a father of five.

Actor Um Ji-won, who has built trust through delicate emotional expression and exceptional acting skills, takes on the role of "Kyung-ah", a former police officer, Dong-shik's wife, and the mother of five children. Having portrayed diverse characters across various genres with her own distinct color, Um Ji-won transforms into "Kyung-ah"—a former ace police officer now in her tenth year of solo childcare who accepts a National Intelligence Service secret mission proposal in order to return to work.

Another key point to look forward to in "Two Cops and Five Kids" is the realistic married couple chemistry between Cha Tae-hyun and Um Ji-won working together for the first time, alongside the family synergy brought by their five children with distinct personalities: "Bom" (played by Do Young-seo), "Yeoreum" (played by Kim Na-eun), "Gaeul" (played by Jung Han-sol), "Gyeoul" (played by Shim Ji-an), and "Sae-bom" (played by Kim Ra-hee).

"Two Cops and Five Kids" is directed by Kim Jong-hyun, who has delivered both entertaining fun and heavy emotion through works such as "Mr. Gam's Victory" and "Take Off 2".

Raising anticipation with the marital synergy of Cha Tae-hyun and Um Ji-won and the lively presence of their five unique children, the film "Two Cops and Five Kids" will be released via Netflix.

Note: "Two Cops and Five Kids" is a romanization, as no official English title has been released yet. 

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Singer Lee Seung-gi's side has announced a strong legal response against Cha Ga-won and her husband after they allegedly failed to fulfill their promise to return a jeonse deposit worth 10.5 billion won (approximately USD 7.7 million).

Lee's legal representatives, attorneys Yoon Yong-seok and Jang Jae-won of law firm Hyunmyung, released an official statement on the 6th, stating, "Cha Ga-won's legal representatives recently stated in court that 'there would be no issue with the return of the jeonse deposit,' and only a few days ago informed the artist's side that there would be no problems regarding the repayment. However, on this day, Cha Ga-won's husband attempted to evade responsibility by claiming that 'the return of the deposit is impossible due to the absence of Cha Ga-won, who is the contractual party.'"

The previous day, Cha Ga-won's side reportedly promised to return the jeonse deposit, and Lee Seung-gi and his wife had already arranged for a moving company in preparation for their relocation. However, Cha's side ultimately failed to make the promised payment, causing the move to be canceled.

Lee's representatives emphasized that the failure to return the jeonse deposit should not be viewed as a simple civil breach of contract. They claimed, "Even before the jeonse agreement was signed—and at a time when the artist had not even been considering entering into such an agreement—Cha Ga-won's side appears to have already been preparing to secure a jeonse loan under the artist's name."

They continued, "After selling the property in question to Hyorim Industries for around 7 billion won, they suddenly canceled the sales contract and allegedly concealed this fact while attempting to enter into a jeonse agreement with an artist affiliated with their agency for an amount higher than the previous sale price. They carried out an appraisal under the title of 'Lee Tae-min collateral property' and ultimately proceeded with an appraisal under the title of 'Lee Seung-gi collateral property.'"

They further claimed, "It appears that they were aware that a loan of approximately 7.3 billion won would be approved even before the loan review process and prepared the jeonse agreement accordingly. After receiving the jeonse deposit, Cha Ga-won and her husband acquired ownership of the high-value property from the trust company."

Lee's legal representatives also targeted those they described as accomplices. They stated, "Although Cha Ga-won has been detained, those who assisted her continue to enjoy a lavish lifestyle using proceeds from her alleged crimes without showing any remorse."

They added, "Looking solely at the jeonse contract issue, multiple parties—including Cha Ga-won's husband, the real estate broker, and individuals involved in the loan and appraisal processes—appear to have worked together systematically, each carrying out their respective roles."

They also criticized the conduct of Cha Ga-won's legal counsel. Lee's representatives stated, "Cha's legal counsel has repeatedly emphasized publicly through YouTube videos that there are no secrets between them and their client, even saying, 'The client should be thoroughly investigated,' and 'I am defending Chairman Cha Ga-won while practically restraining her myself.' The legal representatives can no longer ignore the alleged repeated false statements surrounding Cha Ga-won."

The lawyer in question had previously stated that they would "quit practicing law if Cha Ga-won were arrested."

The jeonse deposit for the luxury villa in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, where Lee Seung-gi currently resides, amounts to 10.5 billion won, of which approximately 7.3 billion won was financed through a bank loan. The villa was seized by the National Tax Service earlier this year due to Cha Ga-won's unpaid taxes.

Lee had planned to move to a newly constructed building in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, after the expiration of his jeonse contract. However, his move was delayed after the construction company exercised a lien over the property. Lee has since applied for a provisional disposition for the delivery of the building and is awaiting the court's decision.

Lee's legal representatives stated, "The artist will continue to do his utmost in his entertainment activities while seeking strict punishment for Cha Ga-won's side to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future."

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Led by BTS, artists under Big Hit Music are making waves in the U.S. market.

At the center of this storm is BTS. BTS has entered the second chapter of their "BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG'" North American tour. Their two shows held on August 1–2 (local time) at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey drew approximately 157,000 concertgoers. Previously, their first North American tour stops in Tampa, El Paso, Stanford, Las Vegas, and Mexico City gathered about 840,000 attendees.

BTS is generating such massive economic impact that the neologism "BTSnomics" has emerged.

Citing Michael Mariano, Director of Economic Development at Tourism Economics, British prominent newspaper The Guardian projected that the economic ripple effect of the New Jersey concert would match or exceed that of the "FIFA World Cup 26™." This evaluation establishes them as an artist with the influence to move an entire city, going beyond simply delivering emotional resonance through music and performance.

"BTS THE CITY ARIRANG," held in Las Vegas and New York, also received high praise from citizens and fans. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority stated that, excluding the Super Bowl and Formula 1, BTS is the first artist for whom an entire city moved through a city-wide activation.

Following BTS, TOMORROW X TOGETHER is also expanding its footprint. Following the release of his second mini-album "NO LABELS: PART 02" last July, YEONJUN has been receiving continuous love calls.

On August 5, YEONJUN appeared on ABC's flagship morning news program "Good Morning America" for its "Summer Concert Series." Following BTS member JUNGKOOK, he is only the second K-pop solo artist to appear on the show. In addition, he became the first Korean artist to be named in the lineup for "Z100's Summer Bash Presented By Wells Fargo," an outdoor concert hosted by Z100, a radio station under iHeartMedia.

CORTIS, who has been active for less than a year since debut, is also standing out. Their identity as a "young creator crew" combined with a unique sound texture has reportedly satisfied the needs of music fans starved for freshness. They were the only K-pop boy group to be named to Billboard's "21 Under 21" list announced last month.

CORTIS is also making its mark in live performances. On August 1, they sparked sing-alongs from an audience of about 50,000 at the major U.S. music festival "Lollapalooza Chicago." On August 4, they kicked off their first North American tour in Toronto, Canada. Following Toronto, they are scheduled to visit New York, Atlanta, Irving, Los Angeles, and San Francisco in succession. The "2026 CORTIS TOUR <PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN>" is being held across 14 shows in 9 cities in South Korea, Japan, and North America, with all seats selling out early.

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Actor Lee Sang-i shared her thoughts on the 100th day since bidding farewell to her late husband, Park Dong-bin.

On August 6, Lee Sang-i posted a long message on her social media starting with, "Today marks 100 days since spending time in grief..." She expressed her feelings, saying, "I couldn't open it for a long time and tried to write something several times, but not knowing what to say or how to begin, there were many days when I just looked at the pictures and closed it."

Previously, Park Dong-bin passed away on April 29 at the age of 56. He married actor Lee Sang-i, who is 12 years younger, in December 2020, and they welcomed their daughter Ji-yu on January 16, 2023.

Lee Sang-i shared her longing, stating, "After spending 100 days, I learned that time does not heal grief, but rather teaches us little by little how to live with it. When I see a nice scenery, I think he would have loved it, when eating delicious food, I think he would have really liked this, and when Ji-yu smiles brightly, I think how happy oppa would have been to see this. It visits our daily lives several times a day like that."

She also mentioned a change in her perspective, saying, "At first, the longing hurt so much that those moments were overwhelming, but these days it is a little different. I still miss him, but I've come to think of even those feelings as part of our day."

She added, "I learned that people do not live alone, and that there are so many precious relationships around us that I didn't fully realize before. I also learned how much comfort that fact brings."

She also shared her daily life with her daughter Ji-yu. Lee Sang-i stated, "These days, we spend ordinary days without anything special. Days where we laugh over an item of ice cream, get dirt on us at the playground, play in water while having fun, read books, joke around, and fall asleep giggling. Moments that used to be taken for granted now feel like a gift every single day. From now on, I plan to leave a few more ordinary stories here."

Finally, Lee Sang-i left a letter-like message to her late husband. She wrote, "Oppa... Even as time passes, my longing to see you remains the same. Ji-yu is growing up so well day by day. Sometimes her smiling face looks so much like yours that I find myself smiling along before I even realize it." She continued, expressing her deep yearning that touched those around her, "Thanks to the love you left behind for us, we are living well today. We will continue to do so."

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With the premiere just a day away, the stars of Netflix series "Our Sticky Love," Jung Hae-in, Hayoung, and Heo Sung-tae, have directly shared key viewing points and messages encouraging fans not to miss the show.

Set to premiere this coming Friday, the 7th, Netflix series "Our Sticky Love" is a romantic comedy depicting the sweet and sticky cohabitation between Ko Eun-sae (played by Hayoung), a prosecutor suffering from amnesia, and Jang Tae-ha (played by Jung Hae-in), a boxing coach who insists he is her boyfriend.

Jung Hae-in, who takes on the role of the devoted romantic 'Jang Tae-ha,' stated, "It is a work with a sweet and sticky charm like yeot (traditional Korean taffy). The key viewing point is the emotional line where Tae-ha, a one-and-only devoted lover, and Eun-sae, who is searching for her lost memories, slowly permeate into each other." He also pointed out, "The story of comforting and protecting each other alongside the villagers of Yeot Village while growing together will also deliver warm fun." He added, "Since you have waited for a long time, I think it is a work that can gift you fun and emotion. I hope many of you will enjoy the stories of Tae-ha, Eun-sae, and the people of Yeot Village."

Hayoung, taking on her first romantic comedy, expressed confidence, saying, "If you watch it with a smile, at some point you will find yourself caught up in the 'yeot-myeodeul-eo' charm, repeatedly crying and laughing. It is a work full of joy and emotion." She added with a witty message, "The intense melodrama and belly-laughing comedies will keep you delightfully entertained without a moment to rest. It recharges your sugar the moment you need sweetness. Please give lots of love to 'Our Sticky Love,' which is as clingy and sweet as yeot."

Heo Sung-tae, who is expected to leave a strong presence as gang boss 'Baek Sang-gil,' emphasized, "The tension in the scenes where Jang Tae-ha, Ko Eun-sae, and Baek Sang-gil become entangled maximizes the fun of the drama. The action scenes with Jang Tae-ha are also a cool viewing point to watch out for." He continued, "It is a drama with multi-faceted charms equipped with humanism and emotion, a calm yet bubbly romance, along with tension and a weighty noir sensibility, plus a huge plot twist." He urged fans not to miss the broadcast, saying, "I have returned as Baek Sang-gil, who is even more vicious than Jang Deok-su from "Squid Game." Please make sure to check out what kind of character he is in "Our Sticky Love.""

The Netflix series "Our Sticky Love," which raises expectations with the 'trustworthy' Jung Hae-in style pure romance comedy and the intense synergy between Hayoung and Heo Sung-tae, consists of a total of 12 episodes and will be released on Netflix this coming Friday, the 7th.

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Group 82MAJOR is returning with a new look in September.

Group 82MAJOR confirmed their September 1 comeback by releasing a visual film for their second single, "HEAT," through their official social media channels on August 5. This comeback comes approximately five months after their fifth mini-album, "FEELM," released in April.

The opening of the video features a building inscribed with the red text "82 Club," sparking curiosity. A solemn and hip beat repeats, adding to the immersion.

In the video, the members appeared with wounds on their faces and wrapped in bandages, drawing attention. Scenes of each member quietly training and preparing for something followed, and amid a composition of confronting one another, the album title "HEAT" appeared in red text, leaving a strong lingering impression.

Previously, 82MAJOR broke their personal best initial sales record with the release of their fifth mini-album, "FEELM," in April, and their title track "Sign" ranked 9th on Billboard's selection of "The 25 Best K-Pop Songs of 2026." They have been continuing active promotions, including sold-out solo concerts in Hong Kong and Bangkok as well as fan concerts in Seoul and Macau.

82MAJOR's second single, "HEAT" will be released through various music sites at 6 PM on September 1.

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