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The youngest members of the house went on their first date.

On the August 31 broadcast of SBS "Love Against Time", Kim Ryoon-gi and Kang Min-young enjoyed their first date.

While traveling in a car that day, the two naturally talked about their respective battles with illness. In response, Kang Min-young understood and comforted Kim Ryoon-gi, who is currently fighting an illness.

Watching this, the panelists commented, "It feels so reassuring to have a friend like Min-young. It seemed like a great time that went beyond just a date to even boost each other's self-esteem."

Kim Ryoon-gi then mentioned Kang Min-young, who had comforted him on his very first day entering the house. He shared, "Actually, when I was standing like that in the kitchen, I thought the things she said to me next to me were really charming."

At the time, Kim Ryoon-gi had shed tears while listening to other people's stories about fighting their illnesses. Kang Min-young had comforted him in her own way. Expressing his gratitude, Kim Ryoon-gi said, "I thought every single word she said was skillful. So I was thankful and really wanted to talk about it."

Afterward, the two enjoyed a date by the Han River. Making each other laugh in a comfortable atmosphere, they sparked curiosity about what choices they will make in the future.

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Seo Robin and Kim Seonho spent some quality time together.

On the August 31 broadcast of the SBS program "Love Against Time," Seo Robin and Kim Seonho were shown spending time together.

Unable to go on their scheduled dates that day, the two headed out to buy bread together at Seo Robin's suggestion. It caught attention when they revealed that they had been curious about each other.

Discovering for the first time that they were curious about each other, the two welcomed the realization and created a warm atmosphere. Furthermore, Kim Seonho brought warm water for Seo Robin, whose throat was sore from a cold, creating a heartwarming scene.

Seo Robin then said, "I feel like it's hard to read you. I only smile a lot around people I'm interested in, but since you smile nicely at everyone, I couldn't tell." Kim Seonho explained, "I tend to smile when I get flustered and nervous." In response, Seo Robin complimented him by saying, "You look really pretty when you smile."

Watching this from the side, YENA expressed concern for Jung Ye-ji, saying, "This is like a misfit party. Isn't this totally a thank-very-much situation? That's why I'm worried."

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A choice made out of curiosity triggers a massive aftershock that shakes the entire romance lineup on "Love Against Time."

In the 5th episode of SBS "Love Against Time," airing tonight at 10:10 PM, the bold actions of the young singles facing peak tension ahead of their final choices will be unveiled.

On this day, Kim Na-young openly reveals her hidden feelings, saying, "My eyes keep going to that person," and acknowledging the little time left, adds, "I can no longer be timid." She ends up delivering a direct and bold declaration to her counterpart by asking, "How do you see me as a woman?", setting out to upend the current romance dynamics.

On the other hand, warning lights flicker even among relationships that seemed solid. A casual remark made by Kim Seonho out of curiosity creates a chain reaction, introducing unexpected variables. Ultimately, Jung Ye-ji bursts into tears she had been holding back, saying, "I never imagined things would get shaken up like this..." which raises curiosity.

In particular, when the results of the newly applied "Room of Time" are revealed, the studio hosts fall into deep shock as well. Host YENA is said to have thrown up her hands, asking, "Can someone please get me some headache medicine?", while Jung Yong-hwa shook his head at the unpredictable turn of events, remarking, "We need to rewatch 'Love Against Time' from the beginning."

The results of the youth's intertwined and unpredictable romance dynamics will be revealed in the 5th episode of "Love Against Time," airing tonight at 10:10 PM.

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The police investigation into HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk over alleged fraudulent transactions under the Capital Markets Act is set to be forwarded to prosecutors this week. This marks the approaching conclusion of the police probe into Bang after approximately 1 year and 8 months.

During a regular press conference held at the Korean National Police Agency in Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, on the 31st, Hong Seok-ki, head of the National Office of Investigation, stated, "Bang Si-hyuk is almost ready to be forwarded," adding, "I expect him to be forwarded sometime this week."

When asked whether an arrest warrant would be requested, he replied, "The decision regarding his detention status will come out when he is forwarded this week." It is currently reported that a forwarding without detention is most likely.

Bang has been under investigation by the Financial Crime Investigation Unit of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency for alleged fraudulent transactions in violation of the Capital Markets Act. He is accused of deceiving existing investors, such as venture capitalists, into believing there were no plans for an initial public offering before HYBE went public in 2019, and causing them to sell their stakes to a special purpose company established by a private equity fund linked to him.

At the time investors deceived by Bang sold their stakes to the special purpose company, HYBE was already undergoing preliminary IPO procedures such as applying for designated audits. Financial authorities estimate that Bang subsequently proceeded with the IPO and reaped unfair profits of approximately 190 billion won.

The police launched an internal probe into these allegations in December 2024 and began a full-scale investigation by raiding the HYBE headquarters in July of last year. They summoned Bang for questioning five times, and requested an arrest warrant in April, which prosecutors rejected while demanding supplementary investigations. They reapplied for an arrest warrant in May, but prosecutors did not file it with the court, stating that the request for supplementary investigations had not been fulfilled.

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As suspicions of fabrication and sponsorship surrounding broadcaster Jun Hyun-moo's impromptu trip to Kazakhstan on MBC's "I Live Alone" were raised, the production team stated that they did receive administrative cooperation.

Through the official website on the 31st, the production team denied, saying, "The Kazakhstan broadcast did not receive financial sponsorship or production cost support from the Almaty Tourism Department." However, they explained that there was administrative assistance from the local tourism department, stating, "The process proceeded smoothly with administrative procedures necessary for local filming and filming cooperation required for on-site progress."

Previously, through the broadcast, it was revealed that Jun Hyun-moo impulsively decided on his destination at Incheon International Airport, departed for Almaty, Kazakhstan, and drove a rental car locally. However, some raised issues regarding the notarization document procedures for local driving, sparking staging suspicions. In addition, controversy amplified as the city of Almaty stated through its official website that "filming proceeded with support from the tourism bureau."

In response, the production team released an official statement on the 25th, stating, "Jun Hyun-moo's trip to Kazakhstan is exactly as revealed on the broadcast," and added as a first statement, "We have not received filming support or sponsorships regarding the Kazakhstan trip."

Regarding the car rental, they continued, "Right before departing for Kazakhstan, we submitted the international driver's license and passport requested by the local rental car company at the airport and rented the vehicle," acknowledging that there were shortcomings in confirming administrative procedures by stating, "After the broadcast, as a result of checking with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kazakhstan, we belatedly confirmed that a separate notarization procedure was necessary."

As the controversy continued even after this statement release, the production team reiterated that while they acknowledge the administrative and on-site filming cooperation from the Almaty Tourism Department, there was no financial sponsorship or production cost support.

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The movie "REAWAKEN MAN: THE RED" has released its main trailer.

"REAWAKEN MAN: THE RED" follows Seok-hwan (Koo Kyo-hwan), an unemployed job seeker whose only specification is baseless confidence, as he discovers he has the ability to resurrect 72 hours after death and finds himself the target of mysterious pursuits.

The newly released main trailer immediately captures attention by depicting Seok-hwan, an ordinary job seeker with a quick temper who constantly fails job interviews, growing progressively stronger through repeated deaths. After being attacked by a mysterious group that broke into his home and waking up three days later, Seok-hwan realizes he possesses the power of resurrection. The tension escalates as Black (Shin Seungho), who discovers this ability, begins a relentless pursuit with a cold remark, "It's you."

Furthermore, Black's ability to control others does not work on Seok-hwan, setting up an intense confrontation between the two. Yeong-ha (Kang Ki-young), an experienced office worker who stays by Seok-hwan's side, injects unpredictable fun and a humorous vibe into the chaotic situation as he navigates the crisis under the excuse of bokbunjaju.

Meanwhile, Ye-rin (Kim Si-a) delivers realistic nagging to Seok-hwan with the line, "Do you know why things never work out for you, oppa?" raising expectations for the realistic sibling chemistry between the two characters.

Coupled with the tagline "The more you die, the stronger you get!" Seok-hwan's hair gradually turns red with each resurrection as he unleashes superhuman strength, heightening anticipation for Koo Kyo-hwan's brand-new character transformation.

The fast-paced, relentless action stands out, featuring high-impact sequences unfolding in everyday locations such as hotels, churches, and underground parking lots, alongside thrilling car chases cutting straight through the middle of the city.

Raising high expectations with its fresh premise that death makes him stronger, fast-paced storytelling, punchy action, and the delightful chemistry among the characters, "REAWAKEN MAN: THE RED" is scheduled to premiere on September 30.

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Actor Woo Do Hwan showcases his unexpected variety show skills and embraces his identity as the "son of Anyang" on "Whenever Possible."

In the upcoming September 1 episode of the SBS variety show "Whenever Possible," hosts Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok are joined by actor Hyun Bin and Woo Do Hwan as they seek out spare moments in Anyang.

During the episode, Woo Do Hwan immediately established his local credentials, sharing, "I just greeted my dad. His commute goes right through here." He then demonstrated his thorough knowledge of growing up in Anyang by detailing his school commute routes and the history of changes at his schools.

In particular, Woo Do Hwan shocked the older cast members by naming "belly bumping" as the secret behind his toned abs. "When I was in school, I built these abs by hitting my stomach while walking down the street. I have never done a sit-up," he said, demonstrating it himself. When Yu Jae-seok tried to copy him and complained of pain, Woo Do Hwan added the tip, "If it hurts, you just poke it with your finger," filling the middle of the street with laughter.

It was also reported that Woo Do Hwan impressed the production crew and hosts with his physical dedication, even dropping to his knees to succeed in the mission.

"Whenever Possible," which has firmly established itself as a powerhouse among Tuesday variety shows, airs every Tuesday at 9 p.m.

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SBS's "My Genie Secretary" has kicked off a strong box-office run right from its new season premiere, conquering TV, OTT, and digital platforms alike.

Kicking off its new season on the 28th, the SBS Friday variety show "My Genie Secretary" secured a top spot by ranking second overall on Netflix's "Top 10 Series in South Korea Today" and first in the variety show category. In addition, cumulative views for key clips on digital platforms surpassed 7 million views in just two days of broadcast.

Ratings also saw a significant increase. Recording a 1.7% target rating for viewers aged 20 to 49 and a peak rating of 4.4% per minute, the 2049 viewership rating in particular achieved more than double the score of the previous season's final episode, proving its overwhelming popularity.

Returning after about seven months, "My Genie Secretary" shone through the nonchalant yet close "errand-running chemistry" between Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu, along with the honest and confident charm of the first "my star," BIBI. A variety of highlights drew laughter, ranging from the blunt remark BIBI delivered when Lee Seo-jin said he did not know her hit song "Bam Yang Gang," to behind-the-scenes footage of their Waterbomb performance, and a playful debate with Lee Seo-jin surrounding the origin of university names.

Meanwhile, episode 2, airing on September 4, features actor Cha Tae-hyun stepping up as the new "my star." Raising anticipation, the episode is set to feature Cha Tae-hyun announcing the payment of part-time wages for the first time by asking, "How am I supposed to pay the part-time manager's wages?", alongside Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu winding up having to serve him barley tea, plus a surprise appearance by his close friend Jang Hyuk.

"My Genie Secretary" airs every Friday at 11:10 PM KST.

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Will the film "The Assassin(s)" be able to reshape the box office following "The Odyssey"? Unmistakable signs are emerging about three weeks ahead of its release.

According to the Korean Film Council's ticketing statistics on the 31st, "The Assassin(s)" ranked second in both categories that morning with a 7.7 percent reservation rate and 33,000 ticket sales. Although there is a wide gap with the number one film "The Odyssey" (64.7 percent, 280,000 tickets), it is remarkable that "The Assassin(s)" entered at second place right as ticket sales opened, 23 days before its release. This serves as an indicator of prospective audiences' expectations for the film.

September 23, the release date for "The Assassin(s)", falls during the Chuseok holiday season. On this day, "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" and "Possible Love" will be released simultaneously, and "The Intern" will open a week earlier on September 16, pointing to fierce competition. However, "The Assassin(s)" stood out first in reservation rate indicators, getting a head start in the battle for public awareness against its competitors.

"The Odyssey" drew over 1 million viewers even during its fourth weekend since release, surpassing a cumulative total of 8.86 million viewers. With its box office momentum showing no signs of slowing down, it is expected to surpass the 10 million mark around this weekend. However, starting around the Chuseok holiday three weeks later, a downward trend for "The Odyssey" is anticipated. At the same time, it is expected to become a battleground for newly released Chuseok films.

"The Assassin(s)" tells the story of tracking the suspicions and masterminds behind the first lady assassination attempt that shocked South Korea on August 15, 1974. It is directed by Hur Jin-ho, who made "One Fine Spring Day" and "The Last Princess", and stars Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Minho.

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Travel creator Pani Bottle (Park Jae-han, 38), who runs a travel YouTube channel with 2.6 million subscribers, is receiving a hot response after unexpectedly introducing his girlfriend.

On the afternoon of the 31st, Pani Bottle uploaded a video on his YouTube channel titled "Taking a Honeymoon on the World's Largest Cruise." Because of the title "Honeymoon," many subscribers expected a honeymoon-themed travel video, but in the footage filmed in Madrid, Spain, Pani Bottle surprised everyone by saying, "Did I come on a honeymoon alone? No, I came together," and introduced a beautiful woman with short hair who accompanied him on the trip.

Sitting his girlfriend next to him, Pani Bottle remarked, "She is my girlfriend, and although we aren't married yet, we came on a honeymoon first." He also checked with her by asking, "You're not going to say something later like why aren't we going on a real honeymoon, or violate any contracts like that, right?"

On this day, the girlfriend introduced herself with the nickname "Merona." Pani Bottle's girlfriend explained, "Because I like Merona and my Overwatch ID is Merona, so Merona."

Pani Bottle also signaled the official start of the trip by saying, "This time, as a sort of honeymoon, I am going to take a trip riding the world's largest cruise ship. Since I usually don't talk much, I'll probably be doing all the talking, but anyway, since she's appearing with me, please treat her well."

While touring the "Royal Suite," the top-tier cabin inside the ship that costs 130 million won for a one-week stay, Pani Bottle expressed his affection by saying, "Later, if we happen to have a child and they grow up, make sure they never watch this video."

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THE BOYZ member YOUNGHOON, who recently signed an exclusive contract with Namoo Actors, successfully held his first solo fan meeting.

YOUNGHOON held the "2026 YOUNGHOON Fan Meeting <泳: Flow To You>" at the Yonsei University Grand Auditorium on the 29th, sharing a special encounter with THE B, the official fan club of THE BOYZ. The fan meeting title was crafted based on the meanings of swimming and flowing contained in YOUNGHOON's Chinese name character 泳, and he spent a meaningful day where their hearts naturally connected.

YOUNGHOON shared his thoughts, saying, "I had a lot of worries and concerns about how to fill the stage by myself, but I think I was able to carry it out well thanks to many people who helped me. I tried to look at every single THE B, and I felt so much that 'I can be here and live because these people exist.'" He added, "I will work hard to become an artist and actor who can continue to repay the love that THE B has given me."

YOUNGHOON decorated the grand finale of the fan meeting by performing a cover of Jung Joon-il's "First Snow" followed by Jukjae's "Let's Go See the Stars" as an encore song.

Unable to hide his lingering attachment even after the performance concluded, he expressed his determination, saying, "I think today's time has become a moment that allows me to run forward. Keeping today in my heart, I will charge ahead even more energetically and passionately. I plan to continue my challenges in the future, and I hope THE B will definitely be with me on those challenges."

Meanwhile, YOUNGHOON plans to continue his activities across various fields, including acting alongside his music career.

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The film "HOPE" is expanding its reach to overseas markets, confirming promotional tours in Vietnam and North America.

Ahead of its release in Vietnam on September 4 (Friday), "HOPE" will hold local promotions from September 1 (Tuesday) to September 2 (Wednesday). Director Na Hong-jin, Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, and Jung Hoyeon will personally visit Vietnam to attend various official events, including a press conference, media interviews, a premiere red carpet, and a meet and greet, to share in-depth stories about the production.

Following this, ahead of its North American release on September 9 (Wednesday), they will visit major North American cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, and San Francisco from September 7 (Monday) to September 15 (Tuesday) to meet local audiences. Accompanied by Director Na Hong-jin, Zo In-sung, and Jung Hoyeon, this schedule will feature screenings and Q&A sessions to respond to the enthusiastic interest in "HOPE" from North America.

In addition, "HOPE" has been continuously receiving invitations from prestigious film festivals worldwide, proving its cinematic quality and buzz. Following its earlier invitations to the 79th Cannes Film Festival, the 25th New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, and the 74th San Sebastian International Film Festival, it is drawing attention with an official invitation to the Panorama section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, which will be held from October 6 (Tuesday) to October 15 (Thursday). Furthermore, it has been invited to Germany's largest genre film festival, Fantasy Filmfest.

"HOPE" tells the story that begins when Beom-seok, the head of a substation located in the Demilitarized Zone, receives word from local young people that a tiger has appeared, throwing the entire village into a state of emergency as they encounter an unbelievable reality. It was released on July 15 and drew 4.52 million moviegoers nationwide.

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Singer-songwriter Kim Dong-ryul has confirmed the venue for his solo concert this fall as the Grand Theater of the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts.

Kim Dong-ryul will hold his solo concert "2026 Kim Dong-ryul Concert 'Old Song'" at the Grand Theater of the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, running for a total of seven shows from October 17 (Saturday) to October 19 (Monday), and from October 22 (Thursday) to October 25 (Sunday).

This concert holds special significance for Kim Dong-ryul. It marks his return to the Grand Theater stage at the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts for the first time in seven years since his solo concert "Old Song" in 2019. Music fans are already at the height of anticipation as he will connect deeply with audiences once again at the same venue and under the same title that delivered deep emotion back then.

In particular, attention is focused on Kim Dong-ryul's new musical transformation, as this concert will be his first-ever attempt at an "orchestra-less concert" since his debut.

Having established a unique brand of performances through rich and grand orchestral sounds, Kim Dong-ryul is boldly breaking away from his typical style for this stage, focusing instead on minimalist band arrangements and his voice itself. Backed by his dedicated regular performance band "Yul Band," he plans to deliver a denser live performance centered on hidden masterpiece mini-songs that were rarely heard in large-scale productions.

Given that Kim Dong-ryul's solo concerts have long been famous for fierce "ticket wars" where all seats sell out the moment reservations open, the ticket reservations starting on September 4 are expected to be fiercer than ever.

Previously, Kim Dong-ryul announced the orchestra-less concert via social media on August 25, explaining, "Doing a concert with a full orchestral arrangement was my dream, and I was able to achieve that dream after returning from studying abroad. I still love this kind of grand and majestic epic style of music and performance, but even so, I wanted to try a somewhat minimalist concert that steps away from my typical performance style at least once."

Meanwhile, Kim Dong-ryul, who has set new standards for domestic performance culture, has met audiences across generations through various concerts since the 2000s, including "Invitation," "Monologue," "Thanks," "2015 KIMDONGRYUL THE CONCERT," "Old Song," "Melody," and "A Walk."

In particular, "Melody" in 2023 mobilized approximately 60,000 audience members across six shows, and "A Walk" in 2025 drew about 70,000 audience members over seven shows, proving his top-tier ticket power in the country.

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R&B veteran BUMKEY is returning with a new full-length album that encapsulates his 10-year musical journey.

BUMKEY's third studio album "ON MY WAY" will be released today at 6:00 p.m. across various online music streaming platforms. Serving as a single narrative built upon the time and life he has steadily accumulated since his first studio album in 2016, the release captures BUMKEY's present as he continues to walk his own musical path, showcasing a deeply expanded musical world.

BUMKEY's signature musical color, which fluidly traverses hip-hop and jazz centered around R&B and soul, remains potent on this album. In particular, a lineup of artists who have built unique musical worlds in their respective fields—including BewhY, JUSTHIS, lIlBOI, GSoul, THAMA, and Horim—participated in the album to add richness.

The title track "Freewill (feat. BewhY)" is a song about "free will," choosing the direction one believes in and moving forward amidst countless options. BUMKEY's rich vocals and BewhY's intense rapping blend together to clearly deliver the message of the song. Dancer Batta and comedian Lee Jung-gyu, who are close friends with BUMKEY, make cameo appearances in the music video, drawing attention.

Another title track, "2006," was created by BUMKEY while recalling the moment he first met his current wife, expressing the love and memories built together with one person over a long period through BUMKEY's uniquely warm and delicate R&B sensibilities. The pre-released track "SPEEED (feat. JUSTHIS, Justin Park)" is also included in this studio album. Carrying a message that questions the direction of life one truly desires amid a fast-paced daily routine, the track features appearances by JUSTHIS and Korean-American R&B artist Justin Park to complete an intense synergy.

BUMKEY has established himself as an artist representing Korean R&B, receiving recognition for his unrivaled tone and musicality through numerous hit songs such as "Bad Girl," "Attraction," and "The Lady." Recently, "Bad Girl" has garnered renewed attention, continuing a reverse-running trend and reintroducing BUMKEY's long-loved music to a new generation.

Meanwhile, apart from his music activities, BUMKEY has continuously engaged in social activities related to drug prevention and youth support. Since being appointed as a special lecturer for national juvenile detention centers in 2019, he has conducted special lectures on preventing the abuse of narcotics for schools and correctional facilities of all levels, and this year he was also appointed as a civilian member of the Narcotics Countermeasures Committee under the Office for Government Policy Coordination.

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Actor Choi Hyun-wook has sparked controversy once again after hosting an early morning live stream on his personal social media while heavily intoxicated.

Choi turned on a live stream through his social media on the morning of August 30. Appearing with messy hair and unfocused eyes, Choi held a glass of whiskey and repeatedly drank, stating, "It is 7:27 in the morning. I am drunk. Completely drunk."

He added, "Since it is this time, there is no one to stop me and I am so happy," while also self-deprecatingly commenting on his appearance, saying, "I look so ugly right now. It is because I am a pig." He continued the broadcast to fans expressing concern, saying, "Koreans will be sleeping right now. No one is awake at 7:28."

Immediately after the broadcast, fierce debates erupted online regarding Choi's drunk live stream.

Fans responded with comments such as, "What is wrong with an adult having a drink alone and turning on a live stream to communicate with fans?" and "His honest side is just cute." On the other hand, criticisms arose, stating, "Is there any need to show such a disheveled appearance after drinking?" and "Considering there are underage fans, he should have considered his influence."

This is not the first time Choi has been embroiled in controversy. In 2023, he received a fine for littering a cigarette butt on the street and posted an apology letter. In 2024, he caused a stir after uploading a photo of a Bearbrick figure on his social media, in which his full-body nude silhouette was reflected on the surface of the object. Last year, he drew criticism after throwing a hard pitch toward an underage batter as a ceremonial first pitcher at a professional baseball game.

Having established himself as a rising actor through appearances in "Twenty-Five Twenty-One", "Weak Hero Class 1", and "Notes from the Last Row", fans are expressing deep disappointment over his repeated careless actions.

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As rumors spread online claiming that internet broadcaster Park Wi (39), who runs the YouTube channel "Weracle," was involved in school violence and spent time in a juvenile detention center during his school days, one internet user claiming to be his high school classmate has stepped forward to refute the allegations by sharing a graduation album.

On August 21, Park uploaded CCTV footage to his YouTube channel showing an accident where he got caught on a social service worker's foot while using the KTX and fell onto the platform, which instead drew critical public backlash. Park deleted the video and apologized, but the fallout has not subsided.

Following this controversy, groundless rumors of unclear origin emerged one after another online.

One of them was the claim that Park went to a juvenile detention center due to school violence during his high school years. The rumor alleged that Park inflicted injuries on another student during his enrollment, causing the victim to be diagnosed with a four-week recovery period, and that he returned to school after spending time in a juvenile detention center following the incident.

In response, on August 30, a rebuttal post was uploaded to an online community by a person identified as A, who claimed to be a member of the 57th graduating class of Seoul Yongsan High School, the same school Park attended. A stated that he was in the same class as Park during the first year of high school, and although they interacted less starting from the second year when classes were divided into liberal arts and science tracks, they played soccer together every week during club activities.

A claimed that the names "Gu OO" and "Song OO," mentioned as victims in the initial rumor post, do not appear in the graduation album. "No matter how much I look through the graduation album, those two names do not show up," A said, adding, "It is a maliciously spread falsehood." Regarding rumors of juvenile detention, voluntary withdrawal, and reinstatement, A refuted them by saying, "I have never heard of such a thing. If something like that had happened, the entire school would have known."

Furthermore, A described Park by saying, "Because of his tall height and physical build, students in the same class were nervous at the beginning of admission, thinking he might be a bully, but his actual personality was the complete opposite. Friends liked Park for his pure and polite demeanor." A added, "He studied hard and was good at sports, leaving a positive influence on his classmates. I have never once seen Park bully or tease anyone."

A, who wrote the post, stated, "I have no intention of defending Park regarding criticisms that he behaved rudely toward KTX staff or that his lecture fees are excessively high." However, A added, "From the perspective of someone who observed Park closely during our school days, I wrote this post to let people know that the school violence allegations are not true."

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SBS has confirmed the premiere date of its new Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia" for October 9 and released photos from its script reading session.

"Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia" (written by Pyeon Seung-keun, directed by Lee Jung-rim) is a refreshing medical noir depicting the journey of Dr. Gye Su-jeong (played by Kim Ji-won), a "mad dog of the operating room" who shatters massive systemic corruption with her genius surgical skills. It is the first medical genre entry in the SBS refreshing universe following hits such as "Taxi Driver", "The Fiery Priest", and "The Judge from Hell".

The released script reading stills featured a powerhouse lineup of veteran actors, including lead cast members Kim Ji-won, Lee Jung-eun, Son Hyun-ju, and Kim Woo-seok, who displayed strong chemistry together.

Kim Ji-won immediately captured attention by perfectly immersing herself in the role of Gye Su-jeong, a genius surgeon and dark hero who relies solely on her surgical prowess. Gye Su-jeong is a surgeon dispatched from a medical temp agency who turns the rigid hierarchy of the corruption-ridden Guseo University Hospital upside down purely through her exceptional skills, earning her the nickname "surgery room mad dog". Kim Ji-won effortlessly embodied the untouchable aura of a character obsessed with surgery as well as her unexpected charm outside the hospital, raising anticipation for the birth of a new medical dark hero.

Lee Jung-eun showcased her vibrant presence by radiating lively charm as Jang Hee-sook, the head of the medical temp agency. Jang Hee-sook is a clever tactician who appears to care only about money, but she brings a fresh layer of entertainment to the drama by taking care of her agency's surgeon, Gye Su-jeong. Lee Jung-eun's solid acting skills amplify the charming allure of Jang Hee-sook, who balances the tension of the story, while her chemistry with Kim Ji-won that goes beyond a standard business partnership is expected to deliver additional entertainment.

Meanwhile, Son Hyun-ju anchored the production with heavy charisma as Boo Seung-kwon, the vice director of Guseo University Hospital, and Kim Woo-seok heightened excitement by taking on the role of elite intern Park Tae-kyung, forming a unique mentor-mentee dynamic with Kim Ji-won.

Additionally, actors Lee Jin-hee, Kim Young-min, Lee Sung-wook, Kwon Seung-woo, Heo Jun-seok, Choi Deok-moon, Kim Jung-young, Kim Young-ah, and Choi Kwang-il delivered tight and polished performances backed by their respective acting expertise. The production team stated, "Despite it being their first time reading together, the actors' solid acting skills and engaging character play elevated the immersion of the script reading to the maximum. As an explosive synergy is expected from actors who have completely melted into their characters, you can look forward to the birth of a new medical dark hero that continues the unstoppable SBS refreshing universe."

"Doctor X" will premiere on Friday, October 9.

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ENHYPEN, who reorganized as a six-member group following the departure of member HEESEUNG, has claimed their first No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200, with their 8th mini album "THE SIN : BLISS".

Billboard announced in a preview article on the 30th (local time) that "THE SIN : BLISS" took the top spot, surpassing Ella Langley at No. 2 and Olivia Rodrigo at No. 3. This marks ENHYPEN's first time topping the Billboard 200 since their debut in 2020.

Among K-pop boy groups, they are the sixth to achieve No. 1, following BTS, SuperM, Stray Kids, ATEEZ, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER. Among girl groups, BLACKPINK, NewJeans, TWICE, and KATSEYE have previously reached the top, alongside the soundtrack album for the Netflix animated film "KPop Demon Hunters".

The Billboard 200 ranks albums based on "album units," which combine physical album sales, streaming equivalent albums (SEA), and digital track sales equivalent (TEA). "THE SIN : BLISS" recorded 98,000 album units during the tracking week. Of that total, physical album sales accounted for 92,000, landing it at No. 1 on the Top Album Sales chart, while SEA was 6,000 and TEA was negligible.

"THE SIN : BLISS" is ENHYPEN's first release since reorganizing from a seven-member group to six members. Ahead of their comeback, ENHYPEN expressed strong confidence, stating, "Unusually, all the members unanimously agreed that this album has great quality and leaves no regrets. We are confident that this is the most satisfying and brilliant album of our career."

In South Korea, the album surpassed 2.02 million cumulative sales (based on the Hanteo Chart) on the 27th, making them a "double million-seller".

The album is the second installment in "THE SIN" series, which uses sin as its motif, and deals with the conclusion of a journey faced by lovers who broke taboos and escaped. It features a total of 10 tracks, including the title song "Bloody Paradise" and the b-side track "Two Fools".

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Jeong Eunji mentioned Choi Jin-hyuk's health flirting.

On the August 30 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy", Jeong Eunji appeared as a special MC.

During the broadcast, Shin Dong-yeob told Jeong Eunji, "You should formally greet your future mother-in-law." He then joked that Jeong Eunji and Choi Jin-hyuk starred in a drama together, saying, "Their acting was so realistic that people misunderstood. Even so, they managed to date secretly without getting caught by anyone."

In response, Jeong Eunji said, The rumor started on "Zzan Bro," referring to why Shin Dong-yeob was teasing her. Jeong Eunji and Choi Jin-hyuk had previously appeared on Shin Dong-yeob's personal YouTube content to promote their drama.

At the time, Jeong Eunji wished for Shin Dong-yeob's good health. Seeing this, Choi Jin-hyuk abruptly told Jeong Eunji, "You take care of your own health," and Jeong Eunji became shy, turning Choi Jin-hyuk's "health flirting" into a hot topic.

The Avengers also chimed in, saying, "Wasn't that your true feelings while drinking?", drawing laughter. Jeong Eunji then shared that the day before the recording was her birthday, saying, "Jin-hyuk oppa sent me a birthday gift."

At this, the MCs teased the two further by asking if they were close enough to celebrate birthdays, adding, "He probably doesn't celebrate every actor's birthday," which brought more laughter.

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Why did 44-month-old Soo-ah die?

On the August 29 broadcast of SBS's "Unanswered Questions," the program tracked the truth behind the sudden death of a 44-month-old child.

On June 28, 2019, 44-month-old Soo-ah was rushed to the emergency room. Initially, a 119 emergency call was made due to suspected febrile seizure symptoms, but Soo-ah reportedly improved afterward. However, a second report came in stating that the child was not breathing, and after being transported to the hospital, the child ultimately passed away.

The cause of death for the child, who was found to have traumatic cerebral hemorrhage, was head trauma. At the time, medical staff discovered dozens of bruises and wounds across Soo-ah's entire body that appeared to have been caused by external force, raising suspicions of abuse.

However, the police closed the internal investigation, stating that no situations of abuse or harsh treatment were found. They made this decision on the grounds that there was no conclusive evidence that the wounds on the child's body were caused by another person's assault, and that there were circumstances suggesting they could have been caused by self-harm.

Regarding Soo-ah, who was diagnosed with a level 3 intellectual disability, family members said she was possessed by a ghost and had been living at her great-aunt's house due to abnormal behaviors such as aggression toward family members and self-harm. She later died.

However, after Soo-ah's death, her older sister Subin, who was five years old at the time, also began exhibiting abnormal behaviors similar to those of Soo-ah. Subin reportedly caused issues by expressing aggression, such as cursing at her parents and threatening them with a knife. However, those symptoms have reportedly disappeared now, six years later.

Then, Subin confessed to a shocking story. She stated that at the time, her stepmother whispered instructions to her to engage in abnormal behaviors. She also added that the stepmother whispered to her younger sister Soo-ah as well, and that Soo-ah always exhibited abnormal behaviors after being whispered to.

However, the sisters' stepmother claimed that the abuse allegations were groundless and that everything was a lie told by Subin.

After parting ways with his ex-wife, the sisters' father met Park, a junior from his university, in 2017. The two later remarried and spent happy days together. However, the family's happiness did not last long due to Soo-ah's abnormal behaviors.

While Soo-ah was alive, the stepmother had treated Subin kindly. However, after Soo-ah's death, the stepmother instructed Subin to engage in abnormal behaviors, telling her to curse at dad and spit on dad. She reportedly gave these instructions through whispers almost every day, and whenever Subin stopped the rampage, she would whisper again to make her resume it.

Subin's shocking testimony did not end there. She stated that at the time, whenever Subin spoke politely to her stepmother, the stepmother would bend and break her fingers one by one, and instructed her to tell her father that she was injured at a taekwondo dojang.

In response, however, Subin's aunt by marriage pointed out that everything was the children's fault, claiming, These are behaviors caused by ADHD, and She is a child who needs treatment. They are problematic sisters.

Furthermore, the aunt delivered a shock by saying that Subin had tried to stab the stepmother with a knife. However, Subin claimed that the stepmother assaulted her because she annoyed her, breaking her tooth, and from then on, locked her up without letting her sleep. She also claimed that when she tried to open the door and come out, her arms and legs were tied behind her back to prevent her from doing so.

At the time, Subin's father was overseas, so she had no one to turn to for help. Subin also stated that the stepmother gave her cold rice or no food at all, intentionally fed her spicy food without giving her water, and locked the master bedroom bathroom door, causing her to have accidents, after which she was allegedly made to eat her own waste.

Subin stated that she ultimately picked up a knife against her mother because she was having such a hard time.

In response, an expert stated, There is a possibility of contamination in the testimony. However, it is difficult to view the entire testimony as false. If she had made it up, her account would have been smoother. The expert also emphasized the importance of Subin's testimony, noting, When abuse against the first child is recognized, it provides sufficient grounds to suspect the possibility of abuse against the second child in succession.

Currently, Subin states that she does not remember anything about Soo-ah's death. However, Subin's testimony at the Sunflower Center after Soo-ah's death was pure shock.

Letting out a sigh as soon as Soo-ah was brought up, Subin said that Soo-ah went to America due to her abnormal behaviors and that the stepmother sent her to their great-aunt, saying, She needs some education.

Subin also stated, If she wasn't polite, the great-aunt became frighteningly scary like a ghost. She was hit even if she dropped a heavy book she was holding or if it touched her head, and she was hit even if she made a sound. She was hit with a shoehorn and also made to eat spicy food. She added, She was fed hot sauce for not listening. Mom fed her spoonful by spoonful, and Soo-ah suffered.

Furthermore, Subin recounted the situation at the time of Soo-ah's death, stating, Soo-ah collapsed because she was sick. Her eyes really rolled back. Her aunt by marriage came and called 119, but suddenly canceled it. Then suddenly 119 came again. And that was it.

An expert expressed regret, saying, She answers additional questions about being fed spicy food and the 119 call, and this cannot be seen as testimony based solely on a child's imagination. It would have been good if there had been two or three attempts to investigate at the time.

Capsaicin was detected in Soo-ah's body at the time of her death. An expert pointed out, This is a higher level than what would be found when a healthy adult eats a lot. A large amount of capsaicin must have entered her body in a short time before her death.

They also drew attention by stating that Soo-ah may not have actually had an intellectual disability.

An expert explained, If a child who was developing normally experiences developmental regression, an underlying condition is usually suspected. However, tests revealed that there was no underlying condition.

The expert expressed sorrow, saying, When a child maintains a calm state and then abnormal behavior appears, it is called acting out, and the triggering factor is the trigger point. The parents failed to control the factors that caused the self-harming behavior.

They also added that while the wounds left on the child's body could possibly be due to self-harm, analysis of Soo-ah's injury sites does not allow for the exclusion of abuse circumstances.

In addition, the expert stated, The CBCL test, which checks a child's toddler behaviors, is conducted by the mother. However, the score for Soo-ah conducted by the stepmother was 100 points. This is a cry of suffering to death because she is the caregiver raising this child. It makes one suspect maternal depression.

Through reporting, the production team was also able to hear circumstances that raised suspicions of abuse by the stepmother from the babysitter and daycare teachers who cared for the child at the time.

The stepmother had always filmed Soo-ah's abnormal behaviors and uploaded them to social media. Regarding this, an expert pointed out the possibility of factitious disorder by proxy, stating, This can be seen as Munchausen syndrome by proxy. Munchausen syndrome involves causing an illness in oneself and going to the hospital for treatment, but here we can see a desire for the stepmother to make the child sick and become an angel in white caring for a sick child.

The expert said, She is using social media to engage in behavior driven by a high psychological satisfaction of being a good stepmother who cares for the child in place of the biological mother who abandoned such a child showing abnormal behaviors.

Lastly, Subin evoked sorrow by saying, If Mom had sincerely reflected and apologized, I was going to drop all the lawsuits and things like that. I want Mom to be punished. If she has to go to prison, she should go, and I hope she reflects on it.

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On the SBS variety show "Whenever Possible", Yu Jae-seok and actor Hyun Bin will showcase their unexpected friendship.

In the upcoming episode airing on September 1, actors Hyun Bin and Woo Do Hwan will appear as guests alongside hosts Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok to visit the nooks and crannies of Anyang.

As soon as Yu Jae-seok met Hyun Bin on the show, he warmly greeted him by saying, "Bin, you've gotten even more built." He then confessed their special bond, sharing, "Hyun Bin and I used to sweat it out together. We worked out at the same gym, and Bin even spotted my triceps." In response, Hyun Bin checked Yu Jae-seok's muscles and playfully quipped, "Your body actually looks a bit leaner now than it did back then," bringing laughter to everyone on set.

Notably making his first-ever variety show appearance in 23 years since his debut, Hyun Bin radiated fierce competitive spirit alongside Woo Do Hwan. Once the mission began, he showed great enthusiasm by spotting loopholes in the rules and attempting to negotiate with the production team, prompting Yu Jae-seok to shake his head in amusement as he remarked, "Why do those two keep heading over to the production team?"

"Whenever Possible", which has established itself as a powerhouse in Tuesday night variety entertainment by breaking its own highest viewership ratings, airs every Tuesday at 9 p.m.

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Singer LIM YOUNGWOONG has confirmed that the title track of his special digital album "IM HERO 10" is "Ddoddo" (romanization).

On the morning of the 31st, a music video teaser for "Ddoddo" was released through LIM YOUNGWOONG's official social media channels. The teaser is drawing attention by featuring child actor Kim Jun, who played Cho Jung-seok's son Woo-ju in the drama "Hospital Playlist", alongside LIM YOUNGWOONG's dog Siwol.

"Ddoddo" is a track that LIM YOUNGWOONG directly participated in writing and composing. The lyrics "You stole my heart again," briefly revealed in the teaser, along with the bright melody, are raising anticipation for the new song.

This album will feature a total of 10 tracks, including "Ddoddo" and other songs that LIM YOUNGWOONG participated in writing and composing.

"IM HERO 10" will be released through various music platforms at 6 PM on September 8. The music video for the title track "Ddoddo" is scheduled to be released a day earlier at 6:16 PM on September 7.

Ahead of his new album release, LIM YOUNGWOONG will hold his 2026 concert 'IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2' at the Goyang Stadium Main Stadium from September 4 to 6. All tracks from the new album will be unveiled for the first time through this concert.

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Actor Lee Yong-joo, who played a new recruit in the 2013 tvN series "Blue Tower," passed away on the 29th, and the cast members who shared a deep and long-lasting friendship gathered together at his wake.

Following the news of his passing, fellow "Blue Tower" cast member Kim Ho-chang posted a group photo taken with colleagues at the wake on his social media on the 30th to mourn the deceased. The photo showed actors Song Young-jae, Kim Ho-chang, Baek Bong-ki, and producer Min Jin-ki accompanying him on his final journey.

Kim Ho-chang wrote, "When I told the older brothers recently that I was quitting acting, you said, 'Ho-chang, you will do well. Please, out of all the Tower family members, don't give up even as the youngest and go all the way, my intuition is good.' I'll trust you, hyung, and go all the way. I hope you aren't in pain and are happy there. We'll go see you soon with the others."

Previously, in an interview with this outlet, Lee Yong-joo looked back on his chemistry with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, including Choi Jung-hoon, Kim Jae-woo, Baek Bong-ki, Jung Jin-wook, and Kim Ho-chang, calling it an "exquisite casting." He expressed his affection for his colleagues, saying, "Seeing Kim Jae-woo, a master of ad-libs, Kim Ho-chang with his psycho acting, and Baek Bong-ki and Jung Jin-wook with their unavoidable charm, sometimes made me feel a sense of crisis that I needed to do even better."

After the end of the "Blue Tower" series, Lee Yong-joo appeared in supporting and cameo roles in various projects and continued his YouTube activities. However, he had effectively stepped away from acting since 2022 to focus on personal business before passing away from cardiac arrest on the morning of the 29th after his chronic condition, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, worsened. He was 44 years old.

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Kim Won-hun showed off his variety show skills during his first appearance on "Running Man".

On the August 30 broadcast of SBS "Running Man", Kim Won-hun and KWON EUNBI joined the cast to play the "Do It or Not?" race.

As a result of the day's missions, the cast members and guests who faced the penalty received a lifting current therapy session. The members worked hard to deduce and catch the mafia member who did not know the secret keyword.

In the end, KWON EUNBI and Yang Sechan recorded the lowest scores, confirming their penalties. The production team then told the two to choose members to receive the penalty with them.

Without hesitation, the two chose Kim Won-hun and Jee Seokjin as their penalty mates. Kim Won-hun was the first to receive the current therapy.

Pressuring him, the members said, "Won-hun, this is it. This is your final scene. Your last chance."

Kim Won-hun suddenly threw out a bold line to the current therapy specialist, saying, "Sir, take off that mask." When the current therapy started, Kim Won-hun widened his eyes and exaggeratedly complained, "This makes no sense, this makes no sense. It's too strong, it's too strong."

His heartfelt exaggeration made the members burst into laughter, and shortly after, Kim Won-hun's refreshed face was revealed, catching everyone's attention.

Jee Seokjin, who was selected for the penalty due to KWON EUNBI's pick, voiced his frustration, saying, "How can you just pick me like that? I worked hard."

He began exaggerating even before it started. As Jee Seokjin suffered through the current therapy, the members asked him, "How much do you have in your bank account?" Struggling in pain, Jee Seokjin answered, "Twenty-five million," and later even revealed his password when the members demanded it, causing an explosion of laughter.

Yang Sechan received targeted therapy on his belly rather than his face. Watching this, Kim Won-hun put on a current therapy performance using Yang Sechan, drawing applause from his fellow cast members.

In the final "Do It or Not" choice that determined who could leave work, Kim Jong-kook, HAHA, Yang Sechan, Ji Ye-eun, Kim Won-hun, and KWON EUNBI ended up in the majority team. The members then proposed passing on the penalties.

As a result, the two guests, KWON EUNBI and Kim Won-hun, were exempted from the penalty. However, Kim Won-hun expressed mixed feelings about being excluded from the penalty, joking, "See you again next week. No, see you next time," revealing his desire to make a return appearance on "Running Man" and bringing laughter to the set.

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The behind-the-scenes story of Kim Jun-ho and Kim Ji-min's pregnancy was revealed.

On the August 30 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy", married couple Kim Jun-ho and Kim Ji-min shared the news of their pregnancy.

In this episode, the couple visited the hospital to hear the results of their in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure.

Earlier, Kim Ji-min had opened up about the difficulty, saying, "It is my first time in my life having this many injections and blood tests." This was followed by their first embryo transfer, and they were finally checking whether the procedure resulted in a pregnancy.

Before the results were revealed, Kim Jun-ho showed a very nervous face. He expressed his deep longing for a child, saying, "Will a baby ever come into my life?"

Then, the specialist stated, "The hormone levels are extremely high. The single embryo we transferred must have taken, right? The levels are very good. Next week, if we do an ultrasound, we will be able to see the gestational sac, and you will even be able to see the baby moving," moving the couple to tears.

The ultrasound footage was also revealed. When they heard the heartbeat of their baby, even the viewers watching felt overwhelmed. Kim Ji-min showed tears, saying, "I didn't cry when I used the pregnancy test," and the specialist reassured her, saying, "You don't need to do that anymore," confirming the pregnancy.

Afterwards, Kim Jun-ho and Kim Ji-min congratulated each other, saying, "You are going to be a father now, congratulations," and "You've worked hard all this time." Kim Jun-ho burst into tears that he had been holding back, expressing his feelings.

Now 13 weeks pregnant, the couple spent happy times focusing on prenatal education.

Kim Ji-min then recalled the moment she revealed the pregnancy test result to her husband. She said, "Seeing husbands shed tears of emotion over pregnancy news, I prepared an event expecting him to do the same. But I was disappointed by oppa's reaction."

Kim Ji-min continued, "The weather was so hot that day. Still, I went out having prepared the event with excitement and anticipation, but I cannot forget the look in oppa's eyes at that time. I cannot forget the shaken look in his eyes when he saw a property tax delinquency notice," revealing the property tax delinquency notice she had prepared for the event.

Inside the notice labeled as a property tax delinquency notice, the phrase "happy property tax" was written along with the pregnancy test.

Expressing her disappointment, Kim Ji-min said, "Seeing the delinquency notice, his eyes were already shaking, and it took him time to even understand the pregnancy test. Then I remember his face smiling awkwardly. He didn't shed a single tear, and only later did he hug me and say, 'Ah, what a relief.'"

At this, Kim Jun-ho appealed his unfairness, saying, "The build-up was wrong. How can you make a person panic and then do something like that?"

Shin Dong-yup's counterpart, Seo Jang-hoon, drew laughter by pointing out Kim Jun-ho for not crying, saying, "You should have cried. From Kim Jun-ho's perspective, he really should have shed tears."

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Actor Lee Hyung-chul shared his busy life as a master of hobbies.

On the August 30 broadcast of the SBS program "My Little Old Boy", Lee Hyung-chul made his first appearance as a member of the cast.

During the broadcast, 56-year-old unmarried actor Lee Hyung-chul caught attention as a new cast member. In particular, he surprised everyone by revealing a 24-hour daily routine packed with hobbies ranging from assembling plastic models to online gaming and riding motorcycles.

Furthermore, he enjoyed various other hobbies such as wakeboarding, golf, cycling, and snowboarding, prompting the MCs to laugh and say, "He needs to just live alone."

While enjoying the ride on his motorcycle, Lee Hyung-chul told his companions, "Summer is almost over now. There is not much left. Time goes by so fast. It is scary, really scary."

In response, his companions playfully scolded him, saying, "That is why you need to date soon." Lee Hyung-chul swallowed his bitterness and replied, "Dating is hard, so hard. My heart is rusty. I should probably grease up my heart a little bit."

Later, Lee Hyung-chul visited a spot revered by scuba divers. Having numerous diving certifications, including professional licenses for diver rescue and accident prevention, he surprised everyone by revealing that he is the type of person who sticks with something until the very end once he starts it.

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Kim Won-hun and Ji Ye-eun showed off their close friendship.

On the August 30 broadcast of SBS "Running Man", Kim Won-hun and KWON EUNBI appeared as guests.

When Kim Won-hun revealed that it was his first time appearing on "Running Man", Jee Seokjin asked, "Did you come with high expectations?" In response, Kim Won-hun said, "I thought I should have fun rather than just having expectations," adding that the real Won-hun had arrived rather than a fake Won-hun, drawing attention.

Meanwhile, Ji Ye-eun, who is close with Kim Won-hun, exposed him by saying, "My oppa said that since he was coming on "Running Man", he was going to talk about everything he bought me as a gift."

In response, Kim Won-hun stated, "I take care of her every year on her birthday. At first, I gifted her a lighting fixture." Upon hearing this, Ji Ye-eun cut him off, saying, "Now it is my turn to talk," and reeled off the list of gifts he had given her.

Kim Won-hun drew laughs by saying, "Every year on her birthday, she contacts me asking, 'Oppa, what are you doing?' and it turns out it is her birthday." To this, Ji Ye-eun said, "I gave you a gift too," and Kim Won-hun quipped, "A 100% pure cotton short-sleeve t-shirt. The absorbency is so great that I use it to wipe the floor," drawing laughter.

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Kim Jong-kook expressed his disappointment toward HAHA.

On the August 30 broadcast of SBS "Running Man", the members congratulated Kim Jong-kook on wrapping up his 30th-anniversary debut concert.

On this day, HAHA greeted Kim Jong-kook upon his arrival, saying, "Sincere congratulations on your concert." However, Kim Jong-kook paid no attention to HAHA.

Instead, he warmly greeted Yu Jae-seok, Jee Seokjin, and Yang Sechan. Kim Jong-kook expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you, Sechan, for coming even though you were busy."

In fact, HAHA, Song Jihyo, and Ji Yeeun were absent from Kim Jong-kook's concert, which was held a day before the recording. In particular, Kim Jong-kook pushed HAHA away as he voiced his grievances.

In response, HAHA asked, "Didn't anyone call you on the day of the concert?" Yu Jae-seok then emphasized, "Everyone calls. You have to go," highlighting that he not only called but also attended.

Hearing this, HAHA broke into a sweat and said, "Maybe people just called because they were busy." Upon hearing this, Kim Jong-kook complained, "You flattered me so much when you wanted investment from me, yet you didn't even come to the concert."

Even afterward, Kim Jong-kook left HAHA out and shared behind-the-scenes stories of the concert with those who attended, bringing laughter to the set.

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The reason Jung Eun-chae is pursuing Yoo Sung-won was finally revealed.

In the episode of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop Season 2" (hereinafter referred to as "Flex X Cop 2") broadcast on August 29, Jin Yi-soo and Ju Hye-ra were shown uncovering the truth behind a magician murder case.

On this day, Jin Yi-soo and Violent Crimes Team 1 successfully arrested the killer, Park Jae-ha. In truth, the person who was murdered was not Park Jae-ha, but his twin brother, Park Jae-hyung.

Park Jae-ha, who was being blackmailed by Ham Sung-wook, went to see his brother to flee from him. However, Park Jae-hyung, who was battling terminal cancer, had already taken his own life.

Park Jae-ha then used a trick to make Park Jae-hyung look like himself, burning his body and pretending to be his older brother.

Park Jae-ha enraged Jin Yi-soo by admitting he thought, "I am such a lucky person. My brother was going to die anyway, and he ended up helping me until the very end."

Park Jae-ha was sent to a detention center, where Ham Soo-jung came to visit him. Ham Soo-jung relieved Park Jae-ha by saying, "You'll be out soon, oppa. Dad hired a great lawyer."

Park Jae-ha replied, "You're truly the only one for me. I'll treat you better from now on." However, Ham Soo-jung made him tremble with fear as she said, "I will live only waiting for the day you get out. Once you're released, I will kill you with my own hands." She added, "If you want to run away, try it. No matter where you hide, I will find you. So stay healthy until then."

After resolving the Park Jae-ha case, Jin Yi-soo visited Choi Jung-hoon. He expressed his hurt upon learning that Choi Jung-hoon had undergone surgery for cancer without his knowledge.

He shared his worries about him with Ju Hye-ra. At the same time, Jin Yi-soo asked Ju Hye-ra why she returned to Violent Crimes Team 1.

Ju Hye-ra answered, "There's someone I have to catch," identifying the target as Yoo Sung-won. Hearing this, Jin Yi-soo asked, "What did he do wrong?" to which Ju Hye-ra delivered a shock by replying, "Serial murder."

At the same time, Jung Tae-sun asked Yoo Sung-won when he was going to leave. Yoo Sung-won responded, "What should I do? I can't go back to the UK." Jung Tae-sun coldly told him, "Settle your affairs and leave quickly, anywhere."

Hearing this, Yoo Sung-won mocked Jung Tae-sun, saying, "Why? Can you not stand it because I resemble mom too much? Mom killed dad, so who do you think I killed?" He added, "You want to throw me into a psychiatric hospital again, don't you? I'm mom's Achilles' heel. But that won't happen."

Ju Hye-ra told Jin Yi-soo that two of Yoo Sung-won's models disappeared four years ago and that she believed Yoo Sung-won had committed murder. Jin Yi-soo felt confused, saying, "The Yoo Sung-won I know is timid and soft-hearted." When told there was only suspicion without physical evidence yet, he said, "Then that means it might not be true."

However, Ju Hye-ra drew attention as she implied he had committed serial murder again, saying, "I got a call from the UK police. Two of Yoo Sung-won's models have gone missing."

Meanwhile, at the end of the broadcast, Yoo Sung-won approached bartender Song Ah-reum, who showed interest in him, and asked, "Would you be my model?" sparking curiosity about what will unfold next.

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