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Kim Seung-soo asked Park Hye-yeon out for a second date.

On the November 1 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," Kim Seung-soo and Park Hye-yeon were shown enjoying a date following their camp blind date.

On this day, Kim Seung-soo went on a hiking date with Park Hye-yeon. After the hike, the two moved to a restaurant to share a meal.

As they engaged in various conversations over the meal, Kim Seung-soo cautiously asked, "I'm sorry to bring this up all of a sudden, but... do you like babies?"

Park Hye-yeon immediately replied that she loves children very much. She also drew attention by firmly answering "Yes" when asked if she thinks one must have children after getting married.

Park Hye-yeon went on to share, "Honestly, I wanted to have about four children. I thought it would be great if I could have a lot of kids." Hearing this, Kim Seung-soo responded, "I also think it would be nice to have many children if I get married. There's a saying that whether you're a man or a woman, getting married doesn't make you mature, but having children does. It really seems to be like that."

Park Hye-yeon resonated with his thoughts and drew interest by saying, "I also want to become an adult while raising a child."

Watching this from the studio, Shin Dong-yeob greeted Kim Seung-soo's mother, saying, "Mother, congratulations," and the other mothers joined in, drawing laughter.

Toward the end of the meal, Kim Seung-soo appeared holding a bouquet of roses he had prepared in advance. Surprised by his unexpected gift, Park Hye-yeon asked, "I was thinking about what wish to use, but since you're giving me this, what should I do with my wish now?"

Kim Seung-soo honestly replied, "Actually, I was trying to win a wish no matter what," adding, "And even if the time we spent together today was a mess, I wanted to use my wish to ask for another chance to see if we could meet once more."

Upon hearing this, Park Hye-yeon drew attention by readily accepting his offer for a second date, saying, "I think I need to use my wish carefully. I'll think about it a little more and tell you next time."

Seo Jang-hoon brought a proud smile to Kim Seung-soo's mother by remarking, "Everything so far is a positive signal for Kim Seung-soo. If he just plays his cards right, wouldn't there be a truly great outcome?"

Shin Dong-yeob then chimed in, saying, "Spring would be nice, right? Spring?" and when someone questioned if that might be too late, he drew bursts of laughter by adding, "Then let's push forward diligently aiming for December."

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Actor Jung Ae-yeon revealed an unfiltered, deeply relatable side of herself.

On the November 1 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," actor Jung Ae-yeon made her first appearance as a new cast member.

The episode featured Jung Ae-yeon's transition from an actor to a producer. Noting that she has become the head of a theater production company, Seo Jang-hoon explained, "Since acting isn't always stable, it seems she is balancing it with working as a producer."

Jung Ae-yeon demonstrated her professionalism by drafting promotional proposals herself, capturing viewers' attention. When the script reading began, she shifted into actor mode and delivered an impassioned performance that drew admiration.

Once work wrapped up, however, Jung Ae-yeon acted like an immature daughter upon receiving a call from her mother, with whom she lives. When her mother asked when she would be home, she made excuses and caught attention by saying, "Mom, I'm sorry, I'm going to be late today."

The next day, Jung Ae-yeon was shown sound asleep, still wearing the previous day's outdoor clothes. Seeing this, Seo Jang-hoon was shocked and asked, "Are those outdoor clothes?" Shin Dong-yeob chimed in, "From Seo Jang-hoon's perspective, this is completely unthinkable," drawing laughter.

A messy, open suitcase was also spotted lying under Jung Ae-yeon's bed, catching attention. The additional reveal that the suitcase remained unpacked even after more than a week had passed since its use left Seo Jang-hoon shocked once again.

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MAX CHANGMIN spoke about his son, who looks just like him.

On the November 1 broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," TVXQ!'s MAX CHANGMIN appeared as a special MC.

When MAX CHANGMIN, Kim HEECHUL's junior labelmate, appeared on the show that day, Kim HEECHUL's mother sighed, saying, "Changmin is married and has a child in kindergarten, but my son..."

To this, MAX CHANGMIN quipped, "Even within the same agency, lives turn out so differently." He also confessed that Kim HEECHUL got on his nerves the most during their trainee days, drawing attention by saying, "Watching HEECHUL-hyung made me realize that smooth-talking is also a talent."

MAX CHANGMIN, who revealed that his son is currently five years old, expressed his affection by saying, "He is so pretty, so lovely." When asked whom the child resembles, he shared an anecdote: "An employee at our company who had never even met my son reportedly contacted my manager. They said they thought they saw Changmin's son while passing by. That is how much he looks like me," sparking curiosity about his lookalike son.

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Lee Hyun-jung and Kim Min-jong showcased gold-medal variety show skills.

On the November 1 broadcast of SBS's "Running Man," a race unfolded featuring 2026 Asian Games medalists Lee Hyun-jung and Kim Min-jong.

During the broadcast, the cast embarked on the "Nanlizabeth Race to the Medal" alongside the medalists. The mission was to visit popular restaurants tailored to the two medalists' meal routines and combine hints hidden at each location to unravel a secret.

It was announced that a half-don gold medal would be awarded to the three individuals who solved the mystery, raising everyone's anticipation. The remaining members who failed would all receive a penalty.

Lee Hyun-jung, having suffered a rare defeat in quiz basketball, leaned his exhausted body against Jee Seokjin's reserved seat. Jee Seokjin expressed his true feelings indirectly by asking, "Isn't it uncomfortable there?" drawing laughter.

While traveling between locations, Kim Jong-kook asked Lee Hyun-jung, "Where did you learn English? You sound a bit like Black kids." Lee Hyun-jung replied, "I went to an American university, and during COVID, I spent a lot of time with Black friends. My English improved a lot back then," drawing attention by sharing that he attended Davidson College in the United States, the alma mater of Stephen Curry.

At this, Yu Jae-seok highlighted Lee's dedication to the sport, saying, "Hyun-jung went to the NBA Academy in Australia all on his own for basketball. At a time when he couldn't speak any English at all." Yu Jae-seok also asked, "After winning the Japanese professional league, you turned down a 2 billion won salary offer and are currently pursuing your NBA dream. How did you make such a decision?"

Lee Hyun-jung revealed his ambition for a larger stage, answering, "Because I wanted to compete against players overseas."

Once all meal courses were completed, the members moved on to dessert and had to choose between Lee Hyun-jung's or Kim Min-jong's menu selection. Lee Hyun-jung stunned everyone by choosing soy sauce egg rice (ganjang gyeran bap)—which had already been his breakfast menu—once again as his dessert.

Upon seeing Lee Hyun-jung actually eat soy sauce egg rice as a snack, Jee Seokjin only made stirring motions with his spoon, making the members laugh. Jee Seokjin then asked Lee Hyun-jung, who was happily eating the bowl even after a full meal, "When you eat snacks like this, doesn't your dad say anything?" Lee Hyun-jung answered, "He asks, 'Just one bite,'" sparking bursts of laughter.

The final hint obtained by the cast that day was a photograph showing the Statue of Justice holding a ruler and a weight on a scale.

The members connected this to an earlier hint indicating "feet" and began making deductions. Upon spotting a high jump bar and a large scale placed at the final location, they initially stepped onto the scale.

After Kim Jong-kook, Kim Min-jong, and Yang Sechan failed, Yu Jae-seok, Lee Hyun-jung, and Jee Seokjin also learned their attempt was incorrect, prompting them to deduce the puzzle again.

At that moment, Yu Jae-seok seemed to realize something and quietly called over Jee Seokjin and Lee Hyun-jung. He drew attention by saying, "Between 310 and 320, you know what that is, right?"

The three quickly stepped onto the scale holding various items. The moment the scale passed 310, the success signal appeared, and they cheered in celebration.

Yu Jae-seok then revealed that they succeeded thanks to Lee Hyun-jung's clue, explaining, "The hint Hyun-jung received earlier was 'a photo pointing to Kim Min-jong's foot to a photo pointing to Lee Hyun-jung's foot.' Hyun-jung told us that his foot size is 320 and Min-jong's is 310. Getting a clue from that, I realized we had to match the weight in between."

Gold medals were presented to the three winners. Meanwhile, the remaining members received water slaps as their penalty. Lee Hyun-jung volunteered to take part as well, saying, "Please give me one too," drawing attention.

Even after filming wrapped up, Lee Hyun-jung had the cast members and Kim Min-jong sign his signature "Running Man" name tag, and the members and Kim Min-jong warmly cheered on his journey to the NBA, creating a heartwarming moment.

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Lee Hyun-jung's remarkable background surprised everyone.

On the November 1 broadcast of SBS's "Running Man," the cast engaged in a race alongside 2026 Asian Games medalists Lee Hyun-jung and Kim Min-jong.

During the broadcast, the cast took on the "Nanlizabeth to the Medal" race together with the medalists. The mission required them to visit popular restaurants featuring meal routines tailored for the two medalists, piece together clues hidden at each location, and unravel a hidden secret.

It was revealed that a half-don gold medal would be awarded to the three who solved the secret, raising everyone's anticipation. Meanwhile, the remaining members who failed would all receive penalties.

The first mission with a hint on the line was Quiz Basketball. During the basketball game, whenever a player scored a basket, a quiz question was presented, and they had to guess the correct answer.

In a mission where only the scorer was allowed to attempt the quiz, Lee Hyun-jung was given a handicap where his shot would count as a basket only if he made it from beyond the half-court line. However, if both Lee Hyun-jung and Kim Min-jong answered the quiz correctly, they would earn 5 points, while the other members would receive 1 point.

Hearing this, the "Kkangkangies" grimaced, asking why it had to be a quiz of all things. HAHA then surprised everyone by sharing about Lee Hyun-jung, "Back in middle school, Hyun-jung was such a top student that he ranked as high as 8th in his entire school."

Hearing this, Yu Jae-seok urged, "Min-jong, you tell us too. Tell us what you did in middle school." Kim Min-jong then drew attention by smiling brightly and saying, "I placed first in national competitions. I was number one in the nation in judo."

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Lee Hyun-jung confessed his love as a fan of "Running Man."

On the November 1 broadcast of SBS's "Running Man," a race took place featuring 2026 Asian Games medalists Lee Hyun-jung and Kim Min-jong.

During the broadcast, Lee Hyun-jung, a gold medalist in men's basketball at the 2026 Asian Games, revealed that he is a "Running Man kid."

He shared his excitement, saying, "I have been watching since I was young, and even now, I turn it on and watch whenever I feel lonely abroad," adding, "Right now, it feels so much like a dream."

To this, Kim Jong-kook and HAHA were touched, saying, "We are so grateful that there are people like you." HAHA then told Lee Hyun-jung, "We have no reason to betray you." Lee Hyun-jung drew laughter by saying he already knows all about their betrayals, stating, "I know everything."

Prior to filming, Lee Hyun-jung had even looked for camera director Kang Chan-hee. Director Kang warmly greeted Lee Hyun-jung. Watching this, Yang Sechan asked, "Do you two know each other?"

Lee Hyun-jung then drew attention by proving his status as a true "Running Man kid," replying, "I'm a fan. I'm a fan of the jib camera director, too."

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Do you know about "juveniles at risk of delinquency"?

On the October 31 broadcast of SBS's "Unanswered Questions," the program tracked the realities of "juveniles at risk of delinquency" and the "Juvenile Classification Review Center."

Young people who were put on trial simply because they were considered likely to commit a crime stood before the camera. Describing the Juvenile Classification Review Center where they spent time, they remarked, "It is a juvenile detention center disguised under the name of a Juvenile Classification Review Center."

A juvenile at risk of delinquency refers to an individual between the ages of 10 and 18 who has not committed a crime, but who has become subject to protective dispositions under the Juvenile Act due to the perceived likelihood that they might commit one. Under this classification, youth stood in court for reasons as minor as running away from home, smoking, or wandering the streets at night.

Many of them were escorted to the Juvenile Classification Review Center under the pretext of protection and were detained there for a certain period.

Information about the direct notification system for youth at risk of delinquency was being widely shared among parents of adolescents beginning to engage in deviant behavior. It is chosen as a last resort to protect uncontrollable children from committing greater crimes.

As a result, some adolescents were placed in the Juvenile Classification Review Center following hearings triggered by their own parents' notifications. One informant shared that they had been placed in the facility following their father's notification and stated that they still cannot understand their father's actions.

The child's father explained that he chose the notification system because he had no other way to turn his drifting child around. However, he drew attention by recalling his thoughts as he watched his child being separated from him and escorted away immediately after the hearing ended: "I thought, 'Something went wrong here. I wanted to ask them to give my child back.'"

Contrary to the expectation that the child would return changed, the child engaged in even more deviant behavior out of a sense of betrayal by their family, which only worsened the father-child relationship.

Recently, this father and son even got into a physical fight, leading both to face legal punishment for assault on a lineal ascendant and child abuse, respectively.

Another youth, who was sexually assaulted by adult men claiming to offer help after running away from home, was detained despite the family's missing person report and subsequently housed in the Juvenile Classification Review Center.

Labeled a juvenile at risk of delinquency simply for having run away from home, the child was placed alongside youth who had committed crimes without any separation, despite being a victim, and was sentenced by the court to six months of entrusted custodial care and two years of probation.

After returning home, the child blamed themselves for everything and even engaged in self-harm. The child, who had run away because they enjoyed spending time with friends and then could not return home out of fear of being scolded as that time lengthened, ended up becoming a victim of sexual crimes. Even as a victim, the child could not disclose this fact to the outside world and was forced to bear the stigma of having been sent to a juvenile detention facility due to wearing a smartwatch to monitor nocturnal activities, despite the facility not being a juvenile detention center.

In contrast, it came as a shock that the 14 male perpetrators are currently undergoing investigation and trial without detention, on the grounds that there is no risk of flight.

Regarding this, an official from the Juvenile Classification Review Center stated the reason for the facility's existence: "Children with no delinquent history, such as violence or theft, are classified as simple at-risk youth. However, they often require urgent protection due to concerns such as suicide attempts or the risk of falling victim to prostitution. The emphasis is on protecting the students."

An expert expressed regret, remarking: "Children and adolescents who have suffered sexual exploitation are frequently notified as at-risk youth and detained. It is a way to separate a child from a hazardous environment. But was that truly the best choice? They are victims, yet they stand trial with the status of a criminal. This makes one wonder whether at-risk youth are being viewed as prospective criminals."

Children who received notifications following reports from the head of an orphanage complained that they were not the only ones to receive notifications at that institution, claiming that the orphanage head threatened them with the notification system. They also questioned whether they were easily branded as at-risk youth because they came from an orphanage.

In response, the orphanage head said: "The problem with an orphanage is that 100 children live together at once." The head explained that when children who refused to attend school rebelled despite persuasion and other children began to imitate them, there was no choice but to use the notification system as a last resort.

The head added: "I would have done the same even if they were my biological children. Doing nothing is neglect and abandonment," noting that after utilizing the notification system, there is currently not a single child who skips school.

While some agreed with the actions of the orphanage head, others expressed concern. An official from an orphanage pointed out: "If they had truly caused social disruption by committing crimes or continually engaged in such actions, I would not oppose using the notification system. However, these children did not cross that line."

The official also lamented: "If the children had more people around them to lean on, it might not have come to the point of a notification," calling the practice of stigmatizing children as at-risk youth when they have not even committed a crime an excessively violent method.

Addressing the system for at-risk youth and notifications, an expert noted: "It is an anachronistic concept. The era when the Juvenile Act was enacted in 1958 is vastly different from today."

However, a legal professional countered: "Is there an alternative if the law on at-risk youth does not exist? If systems capable of protecting children in crisis are established first, state intervention should gradually step back and be minimized, but the reality is not yet there."

Suggestions were also raised regarding the need for a shift in public perception toward at-risk youth. An expert remarked: "For the past 70 years, the role and responsibility have been dumped solely onto the judiciary. There are alternatives. This is an issue that must be resolved through the combined deployment of various welfare support systems and community resources where the child resides."

Another expert pointed out: "There is also no verification showing that the at-risk youth system is effective. Other overseas jurisdictions protect children through education and welfare after verifying that such systems are ineffective."

In response to opinions that multiple government agencies must work together to find solutions, the Crime Prevention Policy Bureau under the Ministry of Justice stated its stance: "We maintain our direction toward reform, which is to limit excessive dispositions. We plan to actively support related legislative discussions going forward."

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Kim Ji-won faced the risk of having her identity exposed.

On the October 31 broadcast of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" (hereinafter referred to as "Doctor X: Mafia in White"), Gye Soo-jung was depicted dealing with the looming medical strike sparked by the increase in medical school quotas.

On this day, Gye Soo-jung decided to take charge of a surgery for a child at the pediatric center, which was in crisis due to the consecutive departures of pediatric residents.

Seeing Gye Soo-jung still full of confidence, Do Yoon-shik said, "Every doctor has failed before. That is why they break down, why they hope for compensation, and why they go on strike or walk away. The fear that failure brings is immense, and the consequences are horrific. Yet, as a doctor, how can you speak of failure so lightly and say that you can never fail?"

In response, Gye Soo-jung drew attention by remarking, "Professor Do, do you know what the decisive difference between the two of us is? I perform it myself because I do not want to fail, while you do not perform it yourself because you do not want to fail. The reason I do not fail is because I must not fail."

Meanwhile, addressing the Magnolia Society leading the medical strike, Hospital Director Boo Seung-kwon tried to dissuade them, saying, "If patients suffer harm due to doctors' strikes, the strike cannot serve as grounds for exemption from liability."

Just then, news arrived that a doctor who had entered an operating room had collapsed. With doctors having left the hospital, there was no one available to step into the operating room. At that moment, Gye Soo-jung stepped up once again.

Furthermore, Gye Soo-jung had to finish the operation within just one hour in order to proceed without issue with the pediatric surgery scheduled for 12:00. Gye Soo-jung performed the surgery by demonstrating surgical techniques that astonished everyone, and witnessing this, Do Yoon-shik and Bae Heung-gon sensed that Gye Soo-jung's operation would not fail and headed to their own operating room.

Do Yoon-shik then said to Bae Heung-gon, "Did we fail? Today is the first time Gye Soo-jung looks not like a mad dog obsessed with surgery, but like Gye Soo-jung obsessed with saving lives," adding, "Did we lose? I feel like things like strikes have become so pathetic."

Hearing this, Bae Heung-gon expressed pity for Ma Sung-gyu, who was preparing to leave for the medical strike, saying, "I support the strike, and I cheer it on. But Sung-gyu should be watching this. Watching things like that really helps a lot. It feels like he is missing all the important moments right now."

Boo Seung-kwon, who watched Gye Soo-jung's surgery, opened up to Jang Hee-sook, saying, "They called her Doctor X. I didn't believe it. But seeing today's surgery, I think that might indeed be the case."

He continued, "Dr. Gye Soo-jung is the same age as our Dr. Ma. But is it really possible for someone at that age to perform such surgical techniques by pouring in all of their energy?" To this, Jang Hee-sook explained, "Our Dr. Gye is an outstanding genius, but she has put in just as much effort. It hurts my feelings if you misunderstand her like that."

However, Boo Seung-kwon's doubts persisted. In the end, he pressed Jang Hee-sook regarding Gye Soo-jung's identity, asking, "Is Gye Soo-jung Doctor X?" Jang Hee-sook was unable to hide her flustered reaction, raising curiosity about what developments will unfold next.

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Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon enjoyed F1 together.

On the October 30 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Wish, Genie - My Genie Secretary" (hereinafter "My Genie Secretary"), Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon, who once sparked the "Damo" craze, reunited after 23 years.

On this episode, the secretaries embarked on an overseas business trip to Singapore with Ha Jiwon. Ahead of their first overseas trip, the three celebrated together by sharing a toast with champagne.

Ha Jiwon then asked how she should address the secretaries, noting, "When it is just us, I call my managers by their names, but on set, I address them with respectful titles."

To this, Lee Seo-jin suggested, "Since we are going overseas, call him Mr. Kim here." Kim Kwang-kyu responded, "Then are you Mr. Lee?" to which Lee Seo-jin playfully quipped, "I am not on the same level as you, hyung, so she should call me Captain."

Before setting off, Ha Jiwon reeled off her favorite F1 drivers and asked if she could meet them. Lee Seo-jin drew laughter by replying, "Even if it means getting hit by a Ferrari, I will see what I can do."

Diverging from his usual attitude, Lee Seo-jin dutifully attended to his "my star." Soon, the day arrived for Ha Jiwon to watch the F1 race live in person, a moment she had eagerly awaited.

Ha Jiwon once again asked Lee Seo-jin to help her meet her favorites. Right at that moment, the deputy chief of the Singapore Tourism Board appeared. As the deputy chief welcomed Ha Jiwon while sharing details about the event, Lee Seo-jin asked if it might be possible for her to meet the drivers.

Caught off guard, the deputy chief replied, "I think I will have to look into that." Lee Seo-jin then smoothly appealed, suggesting that arranging an opportunity to meet the drivers would be wonderful.

Thanks to his efforts, access was granted to the paddock behind the scenes where preparations for the race take place. Upon entering the area, which also permitted a tour of the pit lane where racing car tires are changed, Ha Jiwon could not hide her excitement.

Lee Seo-jin warmed hearts by remarking, "Would I ever get to see F1 again before I die? It worked out well. As long as Jiwon is happy, that is all that matters."

Recalling that moment, Ha Jiwon shared, "I felt as if I had become a member of Max's team. It was truly the best."

Once the race began, Ha Jiwon's favorite was running in second place. However, due to a sudden downpour, the driver in the lead spun out, allowing her favorite, Max, to surge into first place.

At that exact moment, their 15-minute paddock tour came to an end, and with reluctance, the two moved to take their seats alongside the circuit. Because F1 is an experience best enjoyed not only by watching but also by feeling the roar of the engines, both of them could not hide their thrill in the dynamic atmosphere.

Ha Jiwon drew attention by expressing her gratitude toward Lee Seo-jin, saying, "I was so overwhelmed. It was so amazing," adding, "Oppa made such an immense effort to somehow let me meet Max just because I like him. I was truly touched."

Meanwhile, the end of the broadcast teased a preview of the two reenacting famous dialogue from "Damo," raising anticipation for the upcoming episode.

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Lee Seo-jin took Ha Jiwon's side.

On the October 30 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Wish - My Genie Secretary" (hereinafter "My Genie Secretary"), Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon, who created the "Damo fanatic" craze, reunited after 23 years.

On the broadcast that day, the secretaries went on an overseas business trip to Singapore with Ha Jiwon. Ha Jiwon had been invited by the Singapore Tourism Board. In particular, Ha Jiwon drew attention by being invited to the F1 competition held in Singapore.

Ha Jiwon confessed her fascination with racing that pushes beyond limits, saying, "I love F1. You could die doing it, but throwing yourself into it like that seems truly amazing."

Hearing this, Lee Seo-jin asked Ha Jiwon if she does not drive often. When Ha Jiwon asked how he knew, Lee Seo-jin remarked, "You don't even drive much, but you watch F1?"

At that moment, Ha Jiwon's manager appeared to handle a handover. Her manager requested that they make sure to pack necessary items, explaining that Ha Jiwon often loses things. As a result, the secretaries kept custody of her passport as well.

Next, Ha Jiwon also entrusted her bag to the secretaries. Ha Jiwon said, "Carrying a bag builds muscle, so someone has to carry it for me." Watching this, Kim Kwang-kyu grumbled about why she had so much luggage. However, Lee Seo-jin took Ha Jiwon's side, saying, "She's an actress."

At that, Kim Kwang-kyu joked, "Why are you taking Jiwon's side so much? You're awfully warm today. At this rate, you guys might film 'Damo' again." He then drew laughter by asking for the famous line from the iconic scene, saying, "Do it once, do the 'Does it hurt?' line once."

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Lee Seo-jin reunited with Ha Jiwon after 23 years.

On the October 30 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Wish, Genie - My Genie Secretary" (hereinafter referred to as "My Genie Secretary"), Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon, who once sparked the "Damo maniac" craze, reunited after 23 years.

On this day's broadcast, "my star" Ha Jiwon appeared after two years of effort from the production team, drawing attention.

Ahead of the appearance of the "my star," the production team told the secretaries that numerous articles had been published and viewers' expectations were high. In response, Lee Seo-jin expressed his anticipation, saying, "This is the first time I'm doing a broadcast together with Jiwon since 'Damo,' too."

Lee Seo-jin then continued, "And Jiwon is prettier now than in the past. She has become so pretty lately." Hearing this, Kim Kwang-kyu asked, "Are you saying she was ugly in the past?" to which Lee Seo-jin drew laughter by answering, "Back then, well, she was just okay. She is much prettier now."

Lee Seo-jin also could not hide his excitement over the fateful reunion, saying, "Last night, I was flipping through channels and 'Damo' was playing."

At that moment, Ha Jiwon appeared. Lee Seo-jin warmly greeted Ha Jiwon and shared a hug with her. As soon as they met, he complimented Ha Jiwon's appearance, creating a heartwarming atmosphere.

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What was lodged inside the patient's head was not a bullet, but something else entirely.

The October 30 broadcast of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" depicted Gye Soo-jung performing surgery after barely managing to change her patient's mind.

On this day, Gye Soo-jung barely persuaded patient Oh Sang-beom—who initially sought surgery with the intention to die—to change his mind before performing the operation.

Meanwhile, patient Oh Sang-beom said goodbye to his older brother in a dream. His brother worried about him until the very end, saying, "Goodbye, Sang-beom. You have to eat well and live well. That is how you have to live."

After safely completing Oh Sang-beom's surgery, Gye Soo-jung concealed what she had extracted from his head. Confronting her, the hospital director questioned her, saying, "The only reason I approved this surgery was under the premise that it was a bullet."

Gye Soo-jung responded, "I never said it was a bullet." The director asked, "The object inside the other specimen you have right now, Dr. Gye—is it what I think it is?" When she asked what he was thinking, the director warned that her white lie would not last, saying, "A bone fragment. Everyone will find out about the lie you told, Dr. Gye."

Gye Soo-jung handed the secretly extracted bone fragment over to Jang Hee-sook. To the director, Gye Soo-jung said, "If they had known this was a bone fragment and not a bullet, would they have ever allowed the surgery? I have no interest in shaping or running the world. I am just someone who asks 'why,'" shaking Boo Seung-kwon's resolve.

As time passed, a press conference was held to announce the results of Oh Sang-beom's surgery. At the briefing, Mokryeonhoe concealed their true intentions and busily wrapped their agenda in favorable terms. They then pushed the responsibility of answering the various suspicions surrounding the surgery onto Boo Seung-kwon.

At the same time, Oh Sang-beom disappeared from the hospital. Gye Soo-jung and her colleagues set out to search for him.

It turned out Oh Sang-beom was reminiscing about his brother who would never return, doing alone the things they would have done together had his brother survived. Finding Oh Sang-beom at a karaoke room, Gye Soo-jung and her colleagues quietly joined him.

Just then, news of the former president's death arrived at the hospital—he had passed away without ever offering an apology.

Gye Soo-jung then handed him the bone fragment extracted from his head. She said, "It took a bit longer because of the DNA testing. This is a fragment of your brother's bone. What was inside your head all this time was your brother. He was always with you."

Tears streaming down his face, Oh Sang-beom drew attention by saying, "Brother, let's go home now."

Meanwhile, at the end of the broadcast, a medical strike sparked by an increase in medical school quotas was previewed, raising curiosity about what will unfold next.

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Director Lee Chang-dong's first short film directorial effort, "Heartbeat," will be released worldwide on Netflix on November 2.

"Heartbeat" is a short film that captures the anxiety of a young boy whose mother suffers from depression and whose father is staging a protest atop a tower crane. It is director Lee Chang-dong's first short film directorial work, which was first unveiled at the 23rd Jeonju International Film Festival. Produced under the theme of depression at the proposal of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Beijing Contemporary Art Foundation (BCAF), the film follows the face of its protagonist, Cheol (Kim Geon-woo), from beginning to end.

Cheol, who knows that his mother is suffering from depression, is gripped by anxiety when she does not answer the phone and rushes home. Watching Cheol's face as he runs tirelessly in fear that something might have happened to his mother, the audience shares the child's pure feelings and anxiety, ultimately experiencing a lingering emotional weight at the end.

Child actor Kim Geon-woo plays Cheol, Jeon Do-yeon plays Cheol's mother, and Sul Kyung-gu appears as the voice of Cheol's father, adding depth to the production. "Heartbeat" is a film that resonates with audiences who have, at least once, felt the fear that something might happen to their family and the responsibility that they must do something in that situation.

"Heartbeat" connects with the cinematic world of director Lee Chang-dong's new work "Possible Love," which is garnering global acclaim, and draws attention by fully capturing director Lee's uniquely sharp yet delicate perspective on the issues of labor and depression. To allow more viewers to enjoy the film, Netflix supports diverse subtitles including English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, French, and German.

Director Lee Chang-dong's first short film, "Heartbeat," will be available globally on Netflix starting Monday, November 2. 

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The film "New Recruit: Haunted Military Hospital" has officially confirmed its theatrical release for December 30.

"New Recruit: Haunted Military Hospital" follows the beloved squad as they check into a military hospital for some much-needed rest, only to confront eerie rumors surrounding the facility and uncover its hidden secrets.

Having earned wide acclaim across multiple seasons for its realistic portrayal of military life and the humorous synergy of its distinct characters, "New Recruit" now moves its stage to a military hospital. While preserving the squad's delightful banter, the film introduces fresh tension through dynamic new characters and strange occurrences in the unfamiliar setting of a hospital ward, delivering a unique cross-genre thrill between comedy and horror.

Stills released alongside the premiere announcement feature the familiar squad—Park Min-seok (Kim Min-ho), Choi Il-gu (Nam Tae-woo), Kang Chan-seok (Lee Jung-hyun), Kim Dong-woo (Jang Sung-bum), Lim Da-hye (Jeon Seung-hoon), Choi Byung-nam (Kim Hee-soo), and Sung Yoon-mo (Kim Hyun-gyu). Joining them are intriguing new additions: mysterious soldier Yoo Jae-hoon (Ryu Kyung-soo) and military nursing officer Yoo Jeong-yeon (Yoo Jeong-yeon).

Raising anticipation for the teamwork between the original squad and the new faces, "New Recruit: Haunted Military Hospital" will arrive in theaters on December 30.

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Actor Jeon Do-yeon is aiming for her first-ever win at the U.S. Gotham Awards with the film "Possible Love."

On the nomination list for the 36th Gotham Awards announced by The Gotham Film & Media Institute on October 27 (local time), Jeon Do-yeon will compete for the trophy against 10 actors, including John Malkovich in "Wild Horse Nine," Mahershala Ali in "Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother," Gillian Anderson in "Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma," John Early in "Maddie's Secret," and Julianne Moore in "The Debut."

The Gotham Awards determines the winner of its Outstanding Lead Performance category as a single honor without distinction of gender.

Jeon Do-yeon's Gotham Awards nomination is meaningful in itself. Amid the growing visibility of "Possible Love" entering the Oscar race, she is the sole acting nominee for the film at the Gotham Awards, considered the first major ceremony of the season.

Momentum is crucial in award ceremonies, whether in South Korea or the United States. Earning a nomination or securing a win exerts an intangible influence on nominations and awards at other ceremonies. In particular, for the Screen Actors Guild Awards and the Golden Globe Awards, which play a decisive role on the road to the Academy Awards, thousands of actors and film industry professionals cast their ballots, making it important to ride the momentum and atmosphere of awards season.

Jeon Do-yeon's performance also generated significant buzz when "Possible Love" was invited to the competition section of the Venice International Film Festival in September. Her powerful and delicate acting, which dominated the entire film, aligned with the movie's thematic message. Although she was mentioned as a strong contender for Best Actress until the very end of the festival, the honor went to Mathilde Arcel in "Woman Unknown". However, Mathilde Arcel was not even nominated in the acting category at this year's Gotham Awards.

In addition to Outstanding Lead Performance, "Possible Love" earned nominations in three categories at the Gotham Awards, including Best International Feature and Best Screenplay. This year's ceremony will take place on November 30 in New York.

Earlier, U.S. outlet The Hollywood Reporter spotlighted Jeon Do-yeon's acting career and mentioned the possibility of her becoming the first Korean actor to receive an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. The outlet praised her, stating, "It is difficult to imagine any other actor in the role of Mi-ok. Jeon delivers an astonishingly human and inventive performance in every scene," adding, "Her acting defies simple interpretation through any facial expression or tone of voice. It is a performance that paradoxically breaks your heart most when she is at her happiest."

After a limited theatrical release in South Korea on September 23, "Possible Love" will meet viewers worldwide on November 6 via its primary platform, Netflix.

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Actor Cha Ye-ryun has strongly denied allegations of school bullying that recently emerged online, stating that they are "completely groundless."

On October 29, an accusatory post titled "Please stop promoting, school violence perpetrator actress born in 1985" was uploaded to an online community. The writer, Person A, claimed that during their time attending Junggye Middle School, Actor C was a well-known delinquent who harassed them on a regular basis.

Through the post, Person A stated that Actor C called them out to places such as hallways in buildings near the school and viciously assaulted them, mainly targeting their cheeks, which resulted in severely swollen cheeks and a ruptured eardrum. Person A also listed specific details of the continuous harassment, claiming that Actor C came to find them during every break to unleash verbal abuse, forcibly borrowed gym clothes and textbooks without returning them, and demanded to swap shoes after arriving at a school picnic dressed in a suit and high heels.

Person A continued to plead, "I am still having such a hard time mentally. Because of that person, I still go to psychiatric clinics, take medication, and live with depression and anxiety symptoms." They added, "While I, the victim, live suffering from trauma, seeing the perpetrator live receiving love from the public as if nothing happened makes my blood dry up."

They further demanded a sincere apology from Actor C and the suspension of all broadcasting and YouTube activities, stating, "Seeing them smiling on TV or YouTube, or being consumed as a good wife, a good mother, an actor who cooks well, and a wholesome character causes me pain."

Although the post did not state the perpetrator's real name, speculative posts pointing to Cha Ye-ryun rapidly spread online after clues were given identifying the person as "an actor born in 1985 who graduated from Junggye Middle School."

Regarding this, Cha Ye-ryun's agency, HB Entertainment, firmly denied the claims, stating, "After checking, [the allegations] are completely groundless." 

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Singer Paul Kim is expanding into the global music market with the release of his first English-language single, "Love Me Hard," on October 30.

The new track marks Paul Kim's very first original English song, dropping worldwide today at 1 p.m. across major streaming platforms.

"Love Me Hard" questions the way modern romance works. Paul Kim took part in writing the lyrics himself, capturing the deep yearning to love sincerely even while taking the risk of getting hurt. Stepping beyond his signature warm lyricism, he broadens his musical spectrum with a refined and captivating pop and R&B sensibility.

In particular, world-renowned producer Rabitt joined the production, elevating the track's completeness.

The starting point for this project was Paul Kim's wish to connect with more people. Wanting to bring his music closer to international listeners, who often faced language barriers in fully grasping the emotions embedded in his lyrics, naturally led to the creation of this English single.

Following the release of an original Japanese single and a fan meeting in May, he plans to expand his global presence in earnest to regions including the United States with this new release.

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From OH MY GIRL's MIMI, who was born in Jeju, to Girls' Generation's Yuri, who currently resides in Jeju, and comedian Kim Sook, who dreams of living in Jeju—three women with distinctly different connections to the island embark on a special trip to uncover Jeju's hidden charms.

SBS released a teaser for the pilot variety show "Kareum Stay - She Go Garyeom" (literal translation) previewing the trio's delightful and unpredictable village travel in Jeju. "Kareum Stay - She Go Garyeom" is a village travelogue where the cast steps away from well-known tourist spots to stay in a "kareum"—an old Jeju dialect word meaning a small village—and live like local residents.

In the released teaser, an unexpected twist unfolded from the very start, drawing laughter. MIMI, who was born in Jeju, dropped a bombshell confession, saying, "I don't remember where I lived. I know nothing about Jeju." Yuri and Kim Sook, who had placed their hopes on Jeju-born MIMI, could not hide their fluster, sparking laughter.

Soon, however, the trio fully embraced the romantic atmosphere of village life in Jeju, enjoying a drive along the coastal road, eating ramyeon made with seafood harvested by haenyeo (female divers), and horseback riding under the sunset. They went on to spend healing moments gathering natural sounds in the forest and lying bareback on a horse without a saddle, repeatedly shouting, "This is so great."

The chemistry generated by the unpretentious and easygoing Yuri, the cheerful Kim Sook, and the quirky, charming MIMI is set to deliver warm resonance as it harmonizes with Jeju's hidden scenery.

SBS's "Kareum Stay - She Go Garyeom" will air on Sunday, November 1 at 10:55 AM, and will also be released on Netflix on the same day. 

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The scene of actor Kim Seung-soo and his blind date partner Park Hye-yeon's first follow-up date will be revealed.

On the upcoming November 1 broadcast of SBS' "My Little Old Boy," the heart-fluttering first date of Kim Seung-soo and Park Hye-yeon, who became a final couple on the show's blind-date camp, will unfold.

During a recent studio recording, text messages exchanged between Kim Seung-soo and Park Hye-yeon after the broadcast were revealed, causing a stir in the studio. In particular, an unexpected texting mishap in which Kim Seung-soo misunderstood Park Hye-yeon's feelings came to light, drawing attention.

Next, as the date course that Kim Seung-soo ambitiously prepared was revealed, sighs erupted across the studio. With an unexpected "barefoot" situation occurring right from their first date, not only Park Hye-yeon but also Kim Seung-soo's mother could not hide their embarrassment. MAX CHANGMIN, who appeared as a special guest, was also said to have been left stunned, asking, "Is that date really going to be okay?"

However, amid Kim Seung-soo's struggles, the mood soon shifted. Moving to a restaurant, the two quickly grew closer upon discovering that they shared the exact same favorite movie. Kim Seung-soo created a romantic atmosphere by sharing behind-the-scenes stories about the film and handing over a special gift he had prepared.

Furthermore, with Kim Seung-soo gathering the courage to carefully suggest a next meeting to Park Hye-yeon, attention is focused on what answer Park Hye-yeon gave.

The scene of Kim Seung-soo and Park Hye-yeon's first date, which swung between cold and warm moments, will be unveiled on "My Little Old Boy," airing on Sunday, November 1, at 9 p.m.

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The 'Nation's MC' Yu Jae-seok once again proved his unrivaled 36-year career footprint by receiving the Bogwan Order of Cultural Merit, the highest-ranking government award in the field of popular culture and arts.

On October 29, Yu Jae-seok was selected as a recipient of the Bogwan Order of Cultural Merit at the 17th Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards ceremony, held at the Haeoreum Grand Theater of the National Theater of Korea in Jung-gu, Seoul.

Hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and organized by the Korea Creative Content Agency, the Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards is the highest-level government accolade established to honor the contributions of those who have advanced the popular culture and arts industry. With this honor, Yu Jae-seok achieved the historic milestone of winning three awards at the Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards alone, following a Prime Minister's Commendation in 2012, a Presidential Commendation in 2018, and now the Bogwan Order of Cultural Merit in 2026.

Taking the stage to receive the honor that day, Yu Jae-seok humbly shared the credit, saying, "I never even imagined or dreamed of a day like this, and I consider it a tremendous honor and an honor for my family." He added, "I believe I was able to stand here thanks to the numerous senior and junior colleagues, production crews, and staff members who worked hard with me to create fun variety shows, as well as the viewers who always support us."

He continued with a heartfelt pledge, saying, "I think what I have to do will not change in the future. I will continue to study and work hard endlessly. I do not know how long I will be allowed to do this, but I will do my absolute best and work diligently day by day."

Yu Jae-seok has continuously built a sense of empathy across generations, commanding both strong viewership ratings and online buzz across various platforms, ranging from flagship terrestrial variety shows such as SBS's "Running Man" and MBC's "Hangout with Yoo" to the web variety show "Pinggyego."

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The group BLACKPINK has set another milestone in the history of Korean popular culture by becoming the first K-pop girl group to receive the Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit.

BLACKPINK was selected as a recipient of the Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit at the 17th Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards ceremony held on October 29 at the Haeoreum Grand Theater of the National Theater of Korea in Jung-gu, Seoul. The achievement holds even greater significance as it comes in the year marking their 10th debut anniversary.

Hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and organized by the Korea Creative Content Agency, the Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards is the government's highest honor in the field of popular culture and arts. The level of the honor is determined through a comprehensive evaluation of candidates' period of public contribution, activity achievements, and societal contributions.

BLACKPINK is the first K-pop girl group to receive the Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit, which is the fourth class of the Order of Cultural Merit. BLACKPINK was highly recognized for contributing to the spread of the Korean Wave and elevating the status of K-pop through their active endeavors on the global stage via both group and solo activities.

On October 30, BLACKPINK shared their thoughts through YG Entertainment: "We are happy and honored to receive such a meaningful Order of Cultural Merit. We sincerely thank the public who has loved our music for a long time and BLINK, who has always cheered us on by our side. We will continue to strive to be artists who deliver comfort and inspiration through good music."

Previously, BLACKPINK set a record in 2022 as the first Asian female artist to simultaneously top both the U.S. Billboard 200 and the U.K. Official Albums Chart with their second full-length album, "BORN PINK." In February of this year, they also became the first music artist in the world to surpass 100 million YouTube subscribers.

Furthermore, with their third mini album, "DEADLINE," released this year, they set a new first-week sales record for a K-pop girl group (1,774,577 copies based on Hanteo Chart) and successfully wrapped up a world tour spanning a total of 33 shows across 16 cities, continuing to solidify their standing as top global artists.

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Actors Jang Nara and Kim Hyeyoon are set to become the ultimate partners amidst even more fierce divorce cases.

On October 30, the production team of SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama "Good Partner 2" (written by Choi Yu-na, directed by Seo Min-jung), set to premiere on Friday, November 20, released a main poster teasing the unique team play between Cha Eun-kyung (played by Jang Nara) and Kang Hye-sung (played by Kim Hyeyoon).

"Good Partner 2" is a refreshing divorce show where managing attorney Cha Eun-kyung, for whom divorce is second nature, and experienced attorney Kang Hye-sung, who is deeply dedicated to divorce cases, become each other's good partners. With writer Choi Yu-na, an actual divorce lawyer, returning to pen the script and director Seo Min-jung taking the helm, popular actor Kim Hyeyoon has joined as Jang Nara's new partner, drawing strong anticipation ahead of the broadcast.

The main poster released on this day captures Cha Eun-kyung and Kang Hye-sung taking confident strides after wrapping up a divorce trial. The chic, charismatic Cha Eun-kyung alongside Kang Hye-sung, who wears a relaxed smile, piques curiosity about the thrilling teamwork these two experienced attorneys will showcase. On top of this, the tagline "For the worst divorces, with the best partner" is added, raising expectations for their work in finding the best answers for their clients.

In the drama, Jang Nara returns as Cha Eun-kyung, the managing attorney of Law Firm Libom, the only law firm in Korea specializing exclusively in divorce. Kim Hyeyoon plays Kang Hye-sung, a fifth-year associate attorney who always wins no matter the case, and will form a special connection as she goes up against the "legend" Cha Eun-kyung over divorce cases.

The production team of "Good Partner 2" stated, "The journey of Cha Eun-kyung and Kang Hye-sung, who possess different strengths, building synergy and sometimes offering newfound courage as they grow into 'good partners' will deliver thrilling catharsis and resonance," adding, "Viewers can also look forward to the passionate performances and chemistry between Jang Nara and Kim Hyeyoon that will complete this refreshing divorce show."

Meanwhile, "Good Partner 2" will premiere on Friday, November 20 at 9:50 p.m. as the follow-up to the currently airing "Doctor X: Mafia in White." 

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Actors Park Hee-soon, SUHO (EXO), Ra Mi-ran, Han Ji-eun, and Park Myung-hoon have been cast in the upcoming film "Father's Secret" (working title).

"Father's Secret" is an action drama that tells the story of Tae-seong, a young man living an ordinary life who becomes entangled in unexpected events after confronting a secret his father has kept hidden, ultimately uncovering the truth surrounding his family. The project combines unpredictable events unfolding around the father's hidden secret, conflicts among the characters, and suspenseful action.

The film is the latest feature by director Yoon Jae-ho, whose directorial skills have been recognized through "Beautiful Days" (the opening film of the 23rd Busan International Film Festival) and "Fighter" (Generation section at the 71st Berlin International Film Festival). The project was developed through the Cannes Film Festival's Cinéfondation Residence.

Actor Park Hee-soon will play the father, Ki-soo, who harbors an extraordinary story, teaming up with SUHO, who takes on the role of the son, Tae-seong, facing unexpected events. Ra Mi-ran joins the cast as the mother, Sun-hee, who anchors the family, while Han Ji-eun plays Jin-seo, who stands at the center of the incident, and Park Myung-hoon makes a special appearance.

Gogo Studio is handling production, with K-Movie Studio and France's Zorba Production participating as co-producers. K-Movie Entertainment is in charge of main investment and distribution.

"Father's Secret" is scheduled to begin filming in November of this year and is slated for release next year.

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Actors Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu of "My Genie Secretary" are embarking on an overseas business trip of an unprecedented scale to grant the wish of Ha Jiwon, a dedicated Formula 1 fan.

On the SBS Friday variety show "My Genie Secretary, which airs on the night of October 30 at 11:10 PM, viewers will see an on-site look at F1 unveiled for the first time on Korean television, alongside a grand mission to help "my star" Ha Jiwon meet her favorite driver.

On this day, the "My Genie Secretary" team heads to Singapore, their first overseas business trip destination, together with Ha Jiwon. Unable to hide her excitement even before visiting the F1 venue, Ha Jiwon brought up her favorite driver, asking Kim Kwang-kyu, "Can you find out if he has a girlfriend?" and boldly showing her personal interest to Lee Seo-jin by saying, "Oppa, help me meet him," drawing bursts of laughter.

In response, Lee Seo-jin shows extraordinary determination to make Ha Jiwon's dream of becoming a "successful fan" come true, declaring, "Even if it means getting hit by a Ferrari...," and takes it upon himself to provide top-tier service on foot. Thanks to Lee Seo-jin's painstaking efforts, Ha Jiwon even earns the opportunity to enter an unexpected, special space, raising expectations even higher.

Meanwhile, a special pre-release video of "My Genie Secretary" featuring Ha Jiwon, who shares a connection with Lee Seo-jin from the drama "Damo," became a hot topic immediately upon release and is proving its overwhelming buzz, currently approaching 5 million views.

Whether Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-kyu will succeed in arranging a meeting between Ha Jiwon and her favorite F1 driver will be revealed on "My Genie Secretary," airing tonight (Friday, October 30) at 11:10 PM. 

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Actor Koo Kyo-hwan delivers his greetings while attending the press conference for the film "White Blast," held on the morning of October 30 at CGV Yongsan I-Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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Actor Kim Yun-seok poses for photos at the production briefing for the film "Heavy Snow," held on the morning of October 30 at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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Actors Koo Kyo-hwan (left) and Kim Yun-seok participate in a talk session during the press conference for the movie "White Blast," held on the morning of October 30 at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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Actors Koo Kyo-hwan (left) and Kim Yun-seok pose for photos at a press conference for the film "White Blast," held on the morning of October 30 at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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Kim Ji-won is taking on an operation with slim odds of success to remove a bullet lodged inside a patient's head in "Doctor X: Mafia in White."

Ahead of the broadcast of Episode 7 on October 30, the production team of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" (written by Pyeon Seong-geun, directed by Lee Jung-rim) released tense stills from the operating room showing protagonist Gye Soo-jung (played by Kim Ji-won) extracting bullet fragments that have remained lodged in a patient's head for 46 years.

In the previously aired Episode 6, Gye Soo-jung shook Guseo University Hospital by volunteering to operate on patient Oh Sang-beom (played by Ha Sung-kwang), a surgery that everyone had avoided due to its slim chances of success and nationwide public attention. While deeply empathizing with the patient's physical and psychological trauma, Gye Soo-jung discovered an unusual circumstance on his brain CT scan and murmured, "What on earth happened that day?" raising curiosity about the secret hidden behind the surgery.

In the newly released stills, Gye Soo-jung proceeds with the operation cautiously as doctors from Guseo University Hospital as well as external figures look on. Amid extreme tension with the lurking risks of table death or a vegetative state, Gye Soo-jung channels all her focus into the tips of her fingers with an unwavering gaze, as if proving her conviction: "I will not fail."

In particular, veteran doctors with decades of combined experience and even hospital director Boo Seung-kwon (played by Son Hyun-joo) cannot take their eyes off the scene in a state of high tension, drawing attention. Anticipation builds over whether Gye Soo-jung will overcome everyone's doubts to save the patient and what the true nature of the suspicion she caught in the patient's test results might be.

Meanwhile, Episode 7 of "Doctor X: Mafia in White," which has captivated viewers by breaking past a peak viewership rating of 21.3%, airs tonight (October 30) at 9:50 p.m. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)

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