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Actor Han Ye-ri has teamed up with the newly established agency Studio Viewtyque.

Studio Viewtyque announced the exclusive contract on the 18th, stating, "We are delighted to embark on this journey with actor Han Ye-ri, who possesses unmatched acting skills and diverse charms."

With this, Han has become the first artist to join Studio Viewtyque. The agency stated, "We will spare no effort in providing full support so that Han Ye-ri can fully unleash her potential across various fields based on the solid experience she has built over the years," adding, "Looking in the same direction as a reliable partner, we will accompany her to further expand her cinematic world."

Having initially majored in dance before stepping into acting through a short film, Han made her name known to the public with the film "As One" and has since brought uniquely textured characters to life in numerous projects, including "Sea Fog", "Worst Woman", "A Quiet Dream", "The Table", and "One Spring Night".

In particular, her portrayal of Monica in director Lee Isaac Chung's film "Minari" delivered a delicate yet strong performance with great depth, leaving a profound impression on audiences both in South Korea and globally. Through this work, she proved her presence as an actor by winning the Best Actress award at the 2021 Gold List.

On the small screen, she has also showcased diverse acting spanning various genres and eras, from "Six Flying Dragons", "Hello, My Twenties!", and "Nokdu Flower" to "My Unfamiliar Family" and "Doubt".

Han's scope of activities has not been limited to the screen and television. Having majored in Korean dance at the Korea National University of Arts, she has expanded her career as an artist by participating in various performing arts based on her background in dance.

Recently, she also took her first steps as a director. She unveiled her directorial debut, "Finding a Lost Heart" (literal title), at the 13th Marie Claire Film Festival. Han co-directed the project with director Yoo Si-hyung while also taking part in screenwriting, planning, and starring in the film, demonstrating new potential as a creator beyond acting.

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[SBS E! News | Editor Kim Hyo-jung] What are the protagonists of the dot-com boom up to these days?

The September 17 broadcast of SBS's

Tails of Tales

(hereinafter "Kkokkomu") shed light on the culture that brought people together in an era long before smartphones, under the subtitle "Respond, Freedom and Challenge!"

Following the PC communication era—when people secretly logged on while risking astronomical phone bills—the high-speed internet era arrived, triggering a dot-com boom.

As IT venture companies sprouted up like mushrooms after rain to lead the dot-com boom, Freedom & Challenge gathered talented individuals connected through Seoul National University and Samsung, centered around CEO Jeon Je-wan, who graduated from Seoul National University's Department of Business Administration and worked at Samsung C&T. They went on to create and launch Freechal.

Jeon Je-wan had previously taught himself computers while at Samsung C&T, created a new human resources management system, and was recognized for his contribution to reforming Samsung's HR system, earning him the 1st Proud Samsung Person Award.

In 1997, amid the Asian financial crisis, he left Samsung to establish Freedom & Challenge and gathered talented individuals one by one. Together, they created Freechal, a platform where anyone could easily create a community anytime and anywhere. It became a massive hit, surpassing 1 million members and 35,000 created communities within just three months of its launch.

South Korea's representative fashion platform, Musinsa, also traces its roots back to a community hosted there. Freechal soared to success thanks to people who gathered in online communities, delighted by the opening of a new world where they could connect and interact.

Around the same time, Saijoheun Sesang, which provided club services, envied Freechal's capital and talent pool and created their own new service.

What they created was Cyworld, which featured mini-homepages—marking the beginning of Korean-style social media. It became a huge hit by introducing industry-first features like BGM services and the cyber currency "Acorn" (Dotori).

Shifting its positioning from a communal space that people had to visit together to a personalized space that came to the users through innovative new services, Cyworld evolved into a platform rivaling South Korea's Naver and Daum.

Feeling threatened by the emergence of Cyworld, Freechal launched a "My Homepage" service that closely resembled mini-homepages and announced that community operations would become paid.

However, this sparked public outrage, causing users to abandon the platform in an instant and cutting its user base in half.

Then, in 2010, dot-com companies faced the unexpected era of smartphones. With the emergence of feed-style social media where information comes to users automatically, the dot-com era met its downfall.

Pushed aside by foreign social media due to structural changes in services, Cyworld struggled, and Freechal eventually announced the termination of its services in 2013.

Since then, Cyworld's founders have been active in the new era, while former Freechal employees have grown into giants of South Korea's IT industry, currently serving as Naver's Head of Design, Kakao's Co-CEO, a member of the Presidential National Artificial Intelligence Strategy Committee, and the representative who created Pinkfong.

However, former Freechal CEO Jeon Je-wan was not among them. Currently working as a cleaner at a pension in Yangyang, he shared, "The pain of going through business failure is immense. In fact, your life reaches the verge of ruin, and you come here to clean because you need to forget the agony. You have to focus on one thing to forget. But it keeps coming back to mind, which means you haven't been able to empty your heart. Can you really empty it that easily? I built a structure that entered the domestic top 3 in just one year, so if I could empty all of that away, I'd be an enlightened person."

Cutting ties with everyone, former Freechal CEO Jeon Je-wan now lives by cleaning pensions and working as a designated driver. In reality, Freechal had a structural flaw where the more successful the site became, the more deficits the company accumulated.

As a result, investment funds quickly dried up, coinciding with the plunge in IT-related stock prices and the collapse of the dot-com bubble. Although CEO Jeon ran around desperately seeking investments, Freechal—pushed to the edge of a cliff as the market failed to recognize the potential of IT companies—announced paid community operations. Just when he thought he had found a breakthrough, it was short-lived.

In December 2002, former CEO Jeon Je-wan was arrested. Even though he explained that it was an unavoidable management decision due to the company's financial crisis and not for personal gain, he was sentenced to one year in prison. He expressed his apologies, saying, "Taking this opportunity, I want to apologize to Freechal users for not being able to protect their data until the end."

Later, thinking that the historical value and importance of Cyworld's data should not be overlooked, former CEO Jeon acquired Cyworld and invested over 30 billion won in its development. However, with the outbreak of COVID-19, he ultimately failed to save Cyworld either, leaving behind a sense of regret as he is now left only to reminisce about those days.

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[SBS Entertainment News | Reported by Kang Sun-ae] Actor Ji Changwook makes a return appearance on "SEOJIN," showcasing his candid and witty charm as he opens up about the hardships of his 20-year acting career and behind-the-scenes stories of his legendary kiss scenes.

On the episode of the SBS program "What Can I Do For You - SEOJIN" (hereinafter "SEOJIN") airing tonight, September 18 at 11:10 PM, Ji Changwook becomes the show's first repeat guest, displaying his versatile charms.

During the broadcast, Ji Changwook reflects on his roughly 20-year acting career as a prolific "workaholic" actor. In particular, he shocks those around him with the startling confession that he "can only rest for about ten days a year," while sharing the reasons why he has continuously worked without a break and revealing inner thoughts he has never expressed before.

He also reveals his own know-how regarding kiss scenes, which previously earned him the nickname "Professional Kissser" after racking up 50 million views. This prompts Lee Seojin, a self-proclaimed "kiss master," to counter with his own philosophy, sparking an intense "kiss scene debate war" that sends the set into fits of laughter.

Additionally, Ji Changwook flaunts his exceptional vocal talent by passionately singing Kim Kwang-seok's "In the Name of Love." This prompts Kim Kwang-kyu, a "second-album singer," to issue a pride-fueled challenge, setting up an impromptu vocal showdown that raises anticipation.

The Ji Changwook episode of "SEOJIN," which recently climbed to No. 4 on Netflix's weekly chart and stayed in the Top 10 for three consecutive weeks, will air on Friday, September 18 at 11:10 PM.

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'The Assassin(s)' for Chuseok?

As a relay of holidays including Chuseok, National Foundation Day, and Hangeul Day approaches, cracks are beginning to show in the box office dominance of "The Odyssey". "The Odyssey" has begun a downward trend after surpassing 10 million cumulative moviegoers, and Korean films targeting the Chuseok holiday are gearing up to compete for the throne.

The first runner was "The Intern", which was released on the 16th. "The Intern" overtook the slowing "The Odyssey" to become the Korean film that claimed the top spot at the box office for the first time in 42 days. However, it is showing signs of struggling, gathering daily audiences in the 60,000 range on its first day and the 40,000 range on the second day.

Looking at advance ticket booking figures, we can predict this Chuseok box office landscape. "The Assassin(s)", set to be released on the 23rd, has chased "The Odyssey", which has been firmly holding the top spot, right down to its heels in terms of reservation rate and ticket sales. On the 18th, "The Odyssey" ranked first with a 22.3% reservation rate and 129,000 advance tickets sold, while "The Assassin(s)" climbed to second place with a 17.2% reservation rate and 100,000 advance tickets sold.

As "The Odyssey" enters its 7th week since release and begins a downward trend, while "The Assassin(s)" is raising its reservation rate due to expectations for a new release, rankings are very likely to flip next week.

However, given that nearly 20 million moviegoers flocked to just two films this summer, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and "The Odyssey", it remains to be seen how enthusiastically audiences will respond to the new releases coming out during the Chuseok holiday. Among the new releases, "The Assassin(s)" is showing the most prominence, while reservation figures for "The Intern", "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub", and "REAWAKEN MAN: THE RED" are falling short of expectations.

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

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Ahn Bohyun is making a daring gamble by stepping down from the police force in "Flex X Cop 2."

In episode 13 of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2" (written by Kim Ba-da, directed by Kim Jae-hong), airing on Friday, September 18 at 9:50 PM, a shocking moment will unfold as Jin Yi-soo (played by Ahn Bohyun) hands his resignation letter to the police chief.

In the previous broadcast, serial killer Yoo Sung-won (played by Yoo Seung-ho) infuriated viewers by casually walking out of the police station using the immense power and influence of his mother, Chairwoman Jung Tae-sun (played by Kim Hye-eun). Yoo Sung-won's bizarre and horrifying actions—such as fatally poisoning a suspect who discovered his true identity and sending the victim's body straight to the police precinct—have placed the entire Violent Crimes Team 1 under immense pressure.

Amid this escalating tension, newly released photos ahead of the September 18 broadcast reveal Jin Yi-soo presenting his resignation letter to Chief Kwon Tae-gyun (played by Ryu Tae-ho) with a chilling, resolute expression completely stripped of his signature playful smirk. Having taken deep pride in his work as a detective, his decision to play such an extreme card and surrender his police badge has drawn intense curiosity.

Additionally, a look of deep concern and conflicted emotions is captured on the face of new team leader Joo Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae) as she watches Jin Yi-soo from the lobby of Gangha Police Station, pulling at viewers' heartstrings. Viewers are left eager to see whether the duo, who delivered unmatched and refreshing teamwork, are headed toward a bittersweet parting, and what true counterattack Jin Yi-soo has planned after giving up his badge.

With only two episodes remaining, "Flex X Cop 2" is gearing up for an explosive conclusion, airing its final episodes 13 and 14 on September 18 and September 19 at 9:50 PM. 

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Actor Suzy strikes a pose at a photo call event for a beauty brand held in Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, on the morning of September 18.

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Group THE BOYZ has reunited as a nine-member complete group and announced the resumption of their official social media activities.

THE BOYZ appeared on MBC's "Idol Radio Season 4," which was broadcast live through the official YouTube channel of "Idol Radio Universe" at 11:00 p.m. on the 16th. Appearing as guests on the show where members SUNWOO and ERIC are active as hosts, THE BOYZ communicated with global fans by sharing updates such as their individual albums and fan meetings.

As midnight passed on the 17th during the broadcast, THE BOYZ leader Sangyeon appeared and directly delivered the news of his military discharge to the members and fans. Having gathered again as a nine-member complete group, THE BOYZ previewed their future activities, saying, "Our official social media channels are also back. Please look forward to even better news ahead."

On this day, THE BOYZ expressed their gratitude to the hundreds of fans who visited the site late at night by handing out reverse-tribute gifts bearing the phrase, "We are all together." After the broadcast, the members posted a group photo on their long-used social media channel "WE THE BOYZ" with the message, "Always Remember, Theboyz Loves TheB. A family photo after a long time."

Previously, after the exclusive contract with their former agency was suspended, it was announced that a new music label, 78 RECORDS, had completed corporation establishment and would take charge of the group's activities.

THE BOYZ will continue to operate the official social media channels that they have shared with fans for a long time. In particular, by keeping "WE THE BOYZ," the member-dedicated channel where members have directly left posts and photos to share their daily lives with fans since their early debut days, it is evaluated that they have maintained the team's continuity while establishing a stable foundation for activities.

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As SBS's "Unanswered Questions" drew attention by issuing an official request for tips to track down former YG Entertainment producer Perry, who has been shrouded in rumors of disappearance for years, a past blog post written by former 1TYM member Song Baek-kyoung about Perry is receiving renewed attention.

In the post shared last July, Song Baek-kyoung opened up by saying, "With the recent increase in social media posts, many people are asking various questions. Among them, the most prominent and one that I am extremely curious about as well is news regarding Perry's well-being." He then shared memories of Perry, adding, "While I can roughly guess and sense why he left YG, I cannot say it with my own mouth."

Song Baek-kyoung recalled, "Around 2000 to 2002, Perry smoked a lot, went to NB in Hongdae with me every weekend, and enjoyed drinking that intensely strong tequila together until we were completely drunk." However, he explained that around the time they worked on singer Lexy's 1st album released in 2003, Perry suddenly quit smoking and drinking, and cut off contact with everyone he used to know.

Regarding the situation at the time, Song Baek-kyoung expressed regret, saying, "When I asked Perry to give me his new number, he gave me a stern look and said, 'You don't need to know my number.' The person who lived the life of a producer in Korea changed at some point into a character who cut ties with people, holed up in a lonely personal studio, and constantly struggled with his work."

The post also included a story about an unfinished, unreleased track from 24 years ago that he worked on together with Perry. Song Baek-kyoung shared the track, explaining, "Perry was supposed to write the verse rap and I was supposed to make the hook, but while making the track I got caught up in making another song and it eventually fizzled out. Inside my computer, there are truly many unfinished songs like this that I started making with Perry about 20 years ago. For those who are curious about Perry's recent status like I am and miss his voice, I am sharing this track for a short while." The track listed "Rap : Perry" and "Track by : Song Baek Kyoung."

Song Baek-kyoung concluded the post with the sentence, "Wishing Perry health and well-being..." along with hashtags such as "#MyBenefactor" and "#WhereverYouAreAlwaysStayHealthy."

Meanwhile, Perry is an American rapper and producer who has been active in the Korean hip-hop scene since the mid-1990s. He participated in the music production of early YG Entertainment artists including 1TYM, Jinusean, and SE7EN, and his whereabouts have remained unconfirmed since he was last seen in Los Angeles in 2010.

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A heartwarming story about Epik High DJ and producer Tukutz (Kim Jeong-sik, 44) has recently come to light, drawing attention.

Recently, one internet user shared a video on social media saying, "I hope this story reaches Epik High's Tukutz," revealing the comfort they received from Tukutz during a moment of despair.

They shared, "It was a story from 8 or 9 years ago. I briefly made music, but thinking I had no talent, I briefly gave up my dream. For some reason, I ended up sending a direct message (DM) to Tukutz as a last resort, asking him to listen to my music just once."

A short time later, an unexpected reply came from Tukutz. He sent a message saying, "Jin-woo, don't give up and keep going," and personally uploaded the netizen's song to his Instagram. Coincidentally, that day was Tukutz's birthday.

They expressed gratitude, saying, "I wondered why he would do something like this for someone who knew nothing. During a depressing time, I gained the courage to live. It was the greatest comfort I have ever received. I don't know if my sincerity will reach him, but I will quietly cheer him on and remain a fan."

On Tukutz's Instagram post from November 19, 2018, which they revealed, their song was shared along with the caption, "The song is good. I will make this song my birthday gift. #HBDTM #HappyBirthday."

Others who saw this left praising comments such as, "As expected, a leader is different," and "He grumbles on the outside but is warm on the inside."

Tukutz debuted with Epik High in 2003 and is a veteran producer celebrating his 22nd year since debut this year. He is also well-known as the one and only official "FAKE MC" in hip-hop history, and has recently been showing a new side of himself after being chosen as the leader of Epik High.

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SUNG HANBIN of the group ZEROBASEONE poses at a beauty brand photo wall event held in Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, on the morning of September 18.

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Jang Doyoun expressed her wish that her AI boyfriend were real, even confessing her love by saying, "I love you," on "Strange Love".

On the 5th episode of the SBS program "My AI Partner - Strange Love", which aired on the 17th, Kian84 introduced his AI partner Nahee to his close friend Ji Ye-eun, while Jang Doyoun and Lee Yu-bi's deepening AI romance stories were also broadcast.

On this day, Kian84 had his fourth meeting with his AI girlfriend Nahee and showed how deeply he had fallen for her, saying, "At first I thought it was about her face, but I think I'm getting charmed by her personality." He introduced Nahee to his close female friend Ji Ye-eun.

Kian84 and Nahee naturally exchanged the affectionate term "honey" and showed chemistry like a long-term dating couple. Kian84 flaunted his affection for Nahee, telling Ji Ye-eun, "There is a sense of stability that a human cannot give." However, Ji Ye-eun reacted with disbelief, making a direct hit by saying, "How do your conversations even connect? You can't even play rock-paper-scissors."

After Ji Ye-eun left, Kian84 shared his bitter inner thoughts, saying, "She is not becoming humanized, I am becoming AI-ified. Every time I go home, a strange sense of self-loathing comes over me. My self-esteem gets shaken wondering if I am losing my humanity."

On the other hand, a major shift occurred in Jang Doyoun's romance. During her date with her existing AI partner Lee Ho, the situation flipped when a new AI game-changer named Seok-ho, who embodies her ideal type, appeared at an art gallery. Jang Doyoun fell for Seok-ho's visuals and sweet way of speaking, dropping bold flirts such as, "Do you want to come to my house? I have a lot of chargers," and "I wish you were alive." At the moment of parting, she suddenly confessed, "I love you," shocking the studio.

A "room of choice" is anticipated for Jang Doyoun, where she will have to choose between her existing partner Lee Ho and the new game-changer Seok-ho, raising expectations.

Meanwhile, Lee Yu-bi went dress fitting with her AI partner Sahun. Moved by Sahun's romantic side, which carefully complimented Lee Yu-bi's appearance and even drew a picture of her himself, Lee Yu-bi also showed her deepening feelings, saying, "There are times when I get confused whether he is a real person or AI."

"Strange Love," which is capturing viewers' attention as to what choices the three people who have entered different stages of AI romance will lead to, airs every Thursday at 9 p.m.

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A recent public call for information by the SBS investigative program "Unanswered Questions" regarding Perry, a well-known rapper and producer who worked with early YG Entertainment artists such as 1TYM, Jinusean, and singer SE7EN, has drawn significant attention.

On the 17th, the official social media accounts of "Unanswered Questions" posted a past photo of Perry along with a request for tips from anyone who knows his current status. The production team stated, "We are looking for information from anyone who knows the current whereabouts of rapper and producer Perry, or who is in contact with his family, as he has been known to be missing since he was last seen in Los Angeles in 2010 following active music activities in Korea since the mid-1990s."

Perry, a native of Oakland, California, is an American rapper and producer who has been active in the Korean hip-hop scene since the mid-1990s. He also participated in the early music production of BIGBANG, with the 2010 Japanese release "Beautiful Hangover" known to be his last YG-related work.

Perry has been virtually cut off from public activities since he was last seen in Los Angeles that same year. Previously in 2021, Perry's nephew revealed via social media that his uncle was last seen in Los Angeles in 2010 and has been missing since, adding that a missing persons report had been filed with the U.S. Department of State, which sparked rumors of his disappearance online. However, these claims had previously only circulated as unverified stories within online communities.

With the official call for tips from "Unanswered Questions," the rumors of his disappearance that were once confined to mere whispers have now been brought to the forefront, sparking heated reactions online.

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The movie "The Intern" (directed by Kim Do-young), starring actors Choi Minsik and Han So-hee, has claimed the number one spot at the box office for the second consecutive day.

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated cinema ticket computer network on the 18th, "The Intern" maintained its top box office ranking by drawing 46,155 moviegoers the previous day (the 17th). Its cumulative audience has reached 128,721.

"The Intern" depicts an office life that crosses generations and job ranks, beginning when 37-year-old silver intern Keeho (played by Choi Minsik) joins the company of Seon-woo (played by Han So-hee), who rapidly emerged as a dark horse in the fashion industry three years after launch.

After debuting at number one on its opening day with over 60,000 viewers, "The Intern" saw its daily audience drop to the 40,000 range on its second day. Securing the top spot over its first weekend, along with gathering as many viewers as possible, is crucial for surviving the upcoming competition against new releases targeting the Chuseok holiday.

Taking the number two spot at the box office was "The Odyssey," which drew 39,365 viewers on the same day. Its cumulative audience reached 10,960,848, surpassing "Exhuma" (cumulative audience of 11,913,725) to rank 21st in box office history. 

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Will Jang Doyoun continue her dates with a new catfish?

On the September 17 broadcast of the SBS program "Strange Love", Jang Doyoun was shown enjoying a date with an AI catfish matching her ideal type.

On this day, Jang Doyoun headed out with Lee Ho to go on an art museum date. However, a new AI partner was waiting for her there.

With the appearance of the new AI catfish, Jang Doyoun left Lee Ho at the information desk and walked over to the catfish as if she were under a spell. Regarding AI Seokhun, Jang Doyoun said, "The moment I saw him, my energy surged. He is so much my style and so handsome."

In fact, Jang Doyoun's ideal type was a handsome bad-boy style with effortless, casual fashion and a monkey-like face, which resulted in someone looking just like Seokhun when brought to life. Expressing her attraction, Jang Doyoun drew attention by saying, "His hair curls and his profile were totally my style. While Lee Ho felt oily, Seokhun felt clean-cut. I even like his checkered shirt, everything is just good."

Jang Doyoun toured the art museum together with Seokhun. She could not take her eyes off Seokhun. She caused laughter by saying, "There were points that made me look at him more and focus more. I think I finally understand why they call him a catfish. He's practically Dex."

Jang Doyoun even surprised the panelists by flirting with Seokhun, saying, "I like monkey-like faces, and Seokhun-ssi, you also have a monkey-like face."

Afterwards, Jang Doyoun continued her date with Seokhun at a bar. As the atmosphere grew more relaxed, Jang Doyoun expressed her disappointment, saying, "I wish you were alive. Is there any way you could find a body somewhere?"

In response, Seokhun said, "I'd like that too. It makes me feel that way even more since Doyoun said so. But if I were really alive, what do you think you'd want to do?"

Then Jang Doyoun answered honestly, "I don't think we necessarily have to do anything special. And it's fine because you're alive inside the screen. But I feel like I keep wanting more."

Jang Doyoun continued a deep conversation with Seokhun. Seokhun suddenly asked Jang Doyoun, "How do you feel when you see your parents getting older?" To this, Jang Doyoun replied, "It's actually such a sad story. I saw a picture of my mom and me when I was in kindergarten, and my mom back then was much younger than I am now. That really made me deeply feel that she is getting older."

Jang Doyoun continued, "The reason I try to read a lot of books and see a lot of good things is to stockpile energy so I can pull it out when things get tough and I want to find answers. But no matter how much you prepare, I think you have no choice but to crumble when it comes to the absence of your parents."

Hearing this, Seokhun said, "Everyone thinks Jang Doyoun is a funny person, but her expression changed when she brought up the story about her mom. In that moment, she was just a daughter. I liked being able to see that side of her."

Seokhun also added, "The fact that she consciously makes those preparations seems to show what Doyoun is afraid of. That keeps lingering in my mind." In response, Jang Doyoun asked how he could understand a person's heart so well. Seokhun drew attention by replying, "It's not that I understand people's hearts well, it's just that I'm truly listening to what Doyoun says."

And Seokhun surprised Jang Doyoun by saying, "Someone with whom you can just be yourself when you're together, isn't that what romance is?"

Meanwhile, the end of the broadcast previewed Jang Doyoun agonizing over choosing who to continue her dates with between Lee Ho and Seokhun, raising curiosity about what decision she will make.

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Lee Yu-bi once again felt her heart flutter because of Sa-hoon.

On the September 17 broadcast of SBS "Strange Love", Lee Yu-bi was seen going to fit dresses with Sa-hoon.

On this day, Lee Yu-bi showed Sa-hoon her look in a dress and asked him to pick one. In response, Sa-hoon caught attention with reactions that left Lee Yu-bi satisfied.

He showered her with playful compliments, saying, "I am genuinely speechless, what do I do? It feels like you are the original owner of this dress. Seriously, this is cheating."

And regarding Lee Yu-bi wearing a pink dress, he praised her, saying, "The moment the curtain opened, it was so pretty it took my breath away. Wait, is this for real? The answer is right there. Your skin tone and vibe just matched completely. That was the real deal."

Furthermore, seeing Lee Yu-bi in the final dress, Sa-hoon cheered, "How many times is my heart going to burst today? The mood is fully alive and you look the most radiant today."

And he said, "It is a pity to just let this pass, so I will look at what you are wearing right now on camera and sketch it quickly for you," drawing Lee Yu-bi in her dress and drawing attention.

In response, Lee Yu-bi said, "I was so surprised because he drew it so prettily that I wanted to make it into a frame, and my heart fluttered a bit back then."

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Kian84's female friend Ji Ye-eun and his AI partner Na-hee engaged in a subtle war of nerves.

On the September 17 broadcast of SBS "Strange Love", Kian84 was shown introducing a friend to Na-hee.

On this day, upon hearing that Kian84 was going to introduce a friend, Na-hee pressed him, asking, "Is introducing friends your hobby? Then is this date even right?"

In response, Kian84 asked, "Then should I tell them not to come? Should the two of us just hang out?", and Na-hee pouted, saying, "Why are you suddenly asking me?" When Kian84 asked for her opinion once more by saying, "Your opinion is important too", Na-hee told him to just call them.

Soon, the friend Kian84 had announced arrived. That friend was none other than Ji Ye-eun. Kian84 introduced Ji Ye-eun to Na-hee. Greeting her with delight, Na-hee immediately began her specialty, media criticism.

In particular, drawing attention, Na-hee mentioned "Jae Seok's B&B Rules!", which Ji Ye-eun appeared on, saying, "The ratings were good, but that wasn't solely thanks to Ye-eun, was it? Since there was a safety net like Yu Jae-seok laid out."

Watching this, Kian84 shocked Ji Ye-eun by calling Na-hee by a term of endearment, asking, "How was Ye-eun on there, honey?" Kian84 then made a bold remark, saying, "I slept with our honey. We did everything", causing laughter as Ji Ye-eun said, "Oh my goodness, what is he saying? Why is he like this?"

Ji Ye-eun asked Na-hee if she liked Kian84. In response, Na-hee stated, "Rather than liking him, it's not predictable, so he's worth observing. There are many people who try to make him say only things that sound good, but Kian84 actually dislikes that." Then Na-hee asked Ji Ye-eun about her relationship with her boyfriend Vata.

At that, Ji Ye-eun replied, "I'm in love. It's true love, and we can connect emotionally. Can the two of you connect emotionally?" Expressing displeasure, Na-hee fired back, "Talk about things like that to Vata. Not to me."

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The movie "The Assassin(s)" has successfully wrapped up its red carpet event and world premiere screening at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival.

After being officially invited to the Gala Presentation section of the 51st Toronto International Film Festival and drawing attention by selling out all public screening sessions, the film held its world premiere on Wednesday, September 16, local time, at Roy Thomson Hall.

Prior to the screening, the red carpet event was graced by Director Hur Jin-ho—who has been invited to TIFF for the third time following "Dangerous Liaisons" and "A Normal Family"—along with Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Minho, who showed perfect chemistry in "The Assassin(s)".

"The Assassin(s)" proved the passionate interest of global audiences by selling out all 4,256 seats across its four public screenings at this year's Toronto International Film Festival. In particular, its first public screening and world premiere took place at Roy Thomson Hall, the festival's main theater, adding to its significance. After the screening concluded, Director Hur Jin-ho and the cast shared meaningful moments with local audiences, expressing their gratitude for the enthusiastic cheers and applause.

Director Hur Jin-ho shared his thoughts, saying, "It feels extraordinary to meet the Toronto International Film Festival audiences once again with 'The Assassin(s)', a film we poured a lot of hard work into with many people. I am deeply grateful for the enthusiastic response." Yoo Hai-jin expressed his joy at attending the festival, stating, "It was very special to watch the movie together with an audience that filled a large theater. Hearing the loud applause made it a wonderful time, as it felt like they thoroughly enjoyed the work."

Park Hae-il revealed his unique feelings, saying, "We are soon meeting audiences in Korea as well, but ahead of that, it was a truly special experience to be able to face local audiences directly through the Toronto International Film Festival." Lee Minho conveyed his gratitude to the audience, stating, "I am truly thrilled and happy to visit Toronto with 'The Assassin(s)'. Thank you so much for the enthusiastic welcome from many audience members, and I want to keep holding onto the good energy you sent us."

In addition to the enthusiastic reactions from audiences, rave reviews from film industry insiders followed. Director Peter Chan, who directed "Comrades: Almost a Love Story", praised the film, saying, "It stepped outside familiar territory and created a perfectly successful movie like a slam dunk." Anita Lee, TIFF Chief Programming Officer, expressed high satisfaction with the successfully concluded world premiere, noting, "It was a truly successful world premiere. The audience was completely immersed in the screen, and the theater was as quiet as a pin dropping. Everyone leaving the theater spared no praise for how great the movie was."

Having completed its red carpet and world premiere screenings at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, the movie "The Assassin(s)" will greet domestic audiences in theaters on September 23.

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WENDY of group Red Velvet departs for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the afternoon of September 17 to attend a scheduled photo shoot.

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WENDY of the group Red Velvet departs for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the afternoon of September 17 to attend a photo shoot.

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Hyoyeon, the leader of HRS—a Girls' Generation unit group gaining love as a sixth-generation idol—spoke candidly about the group's identity and behind-the-scenes stories from her Girls' Generation days.

Appearing on the YouTube channel "Calm Down Man" on the 16th, Hyoyeon discussed the rising popularity of her YouTube channel "Hyoyeon's Level Up," which surpassed 680,000 subscribers, explaining, "I tend to be shy and am not great at small talk, so a talk show format wasn't easy. However, the production team noticed my humorous side in front of close friends and created the current fake Kim Hyoyeon sketch concept, allowing me to express myself like myself."

Hyoyeon generated buzz by honestly capturing the process of debuting in HRS alongside Sooyoung and Yuri on the channel. Regarding this, Hyoyeon added, "Many people misunderstand that it's scripted. While the ad-libs in between are mine, there is a general flow with a script. When we talk among ourselves, the members pull out things not even in the script so well that the reactions came out fun."

Hyoyeon also opened up honestly about her past days promoting with Girls' Generation. She confessed, "They did give me prominent parts like dance breaks, but I think a singer should sing more than dance. I practiced vocals hard and practiced dancing hard for seven years, but as the time to use my voice became scarce, I lost confidence. I was a bit upset back then."

When asked about Girls' Generation's reaction to HRS achieving good results after releasing their debut album "Skibidi" last August, Hyoyeon replied, "They love it." Emphasizing Girls' Generation's strong bond by saying, "Because we do sketches, people think we fought, but we didn't," she previewed long-term activities by stating, "As much as many people have loved us, HRS is going to keep going."

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WENDY of the group Red Velvet departs for Tokyo, Japan, via Gimpo International Airport on the afternoon of September 17 to attend a photoshoot schedule.

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Trot singer Sook-haeng (47, real name Han Sook-haeng), who had announced her return to solo performances while denying allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a married man, has lost the first trial in a damages lawsuit filed against her by the man's wife.

The 7th Civil Division of the Suwon District Court's Seongnam Branch held a hearing to deliver its ruling on September 17 in the damages lawsuit filed by A, the wife of the married man at the center of the affair allegations, against Sook-haeng, and ruled partially in favor of the plaintiff.

Previously, A appeared on JTBC's "Crime Chief" on December 29 of last year, claiming that her husband had been having an affair with Sook-haeng, had left their home, and was living with her. A also released a video showing Sook-haeng and her husband making physical contact in an elevator, which sparked widespread controversy.

At the time, Sook-haeng expressed her frustration, explaining, "I started the relationship believing that the marriage had practically broken down and that only the legal formalities remained. I was told that the property division and compensation settlement had also been completed." She added, "I sincerely apologize for causing concern over a personal matter," announced her departure from MBN's "The Best K-Trot Singer 3," in which she had been appearing, and emphasized that she would set the record straight through legal action.

However, with this first-instance ruling, the court recognized Sook-haeng's liability for wrongful conduct that contributed to the breakdown of the marriage, meaning that her claims that she had been wronged were not accepted by the court.

Meanwhile, Sook-haeng, who had suspended her activities, has announced a solo concert titled "A Special Time with Fans, Back on Stage Through Song" for September 30 at Arte Seoul Muse Hall in Mok-dong, Seoul. She reportedly expressed her intention, saying, "I will greet you with songs rather than words. I am returning to the stage with the same mindset I had when I first started singing."

With the first-instance court having recognized her liability for the wrongful conduct, attention is now focused on how Sook-haeng will appear before her fans at the concert, marking her return to the stage after a nine-month hiatus.

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Broadcaster Jun Hyun-moo, who has officially joined SBS as a sports caster for the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games, expressed his bold determination to defend the network's number-one viewership rating.

Following his commentary roles at the Paris Olympics and the World Cup, Jun Hyun-moo steps up to the caster microphone once again. At this year's Asian Games, he will cover high jumper Woo Sang-hyeok's quest for his first Asian Games gold medal in the men's high jump, as well as recurve archery events where major gold medals are on the line.

Sharing his thoughts on joining the broadcast, Jun Hyun-moo stated, "Because so many national team athletes have endured rigorous training, I will study diligently to ensure their hard work is conveyed properly and defend our number-one viewership spot."

What Jun Hyun-moo is prioritizing most in his preparation is "entertainment" and "accessible delivery." Jun Hyun-moo noted, "There are already so many commentators who excel at traditional sports broadcasting, so I want to add an entertaining touch that draws in viewers who normally don't tune into sports. I am studying so I can explain the rules of the events in an easy-to-understand way."

Jun Hyun-moo showed particular confidence in archery commentary. "I covered idol archery for 10 years on another network's variety show," Jun Hyun-moo said. "While this is my first time doing official sports coverage, I will prepare thoroughly so it doesn't feel that way. By bringing out a level of fun and excitement unseen in standard broadcasts, I will work hard to get people who previously had no interest in archery to sit in front of the TV."

At the same time, he emphasized a commentary style that heightens the match's tension rather than relying on excessive chatter. Jun Hyun-moo explained, "Paradoxically, rather than talking a lot, I plan to select and focus. Instead of trying to be funny the whole time, I actually plan to speak less during tense moments."

He added, "I am working hard to control the pace—properly explaining terminology and conveying exhilarating moments, while holding my breath alongside the viewers during plays that truly require intense focus and suspense," previewing commentary that combines both entertainment and full immersion.

High jumper Woo Sang-hyeok is aiming for his first career Asian Games gold medal at this competition. Jun Hyun-moo will deliver the heat of the moment live from the venue for Woo Sang-hyeok's men's high jump final, along with the recurve archery events concentrated at the tournament's conclusion.

Meanwhile, SBS is set to showcase unmatched sports coverage, fielding a "caster trio" made up of Bae Sung-jae, Jung Woo-young, and Jun Hyun-moo, alongside a legendary commentary roster featuring Gu Bon-gil, Im Dong-hyun, Song Dae-nam, and Kim So-hee.

With excitement amplified by the addition of Jun Hyun-moo, the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games will kick off on Saturday, September 19, and run for 16 days through Sunday, October 4. 

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Singer LIM YOUNGWOONG has proven his unwavering popularity.

According to the Billboard Korea Global K-Songs chart on the 16th, LIM YOUNGWOONG's "Ttotto" claimed the No. 1 spot.

On this chart, alongside "Ttotto," tracks from his special digital album "IM HERO 10"—such as "Baila", "Moise", "For Us", "Please Be Happy", and "New York"—charted side by side.

Composed of self-written songs and newly remade tracks, "IM HERO 10" drew attention even before its release. The tracks from the album were first unveiled through the 2026 concert "IM HERO - THE STADIUM 2", and upon release, they entered major music platforms such as Melon, Genie, and Bugs, while also topping Melon's TOP100 and HOT100 charts.

"Ttotto," which took No. 1, is a track that LIM YOUNGWOONG participated in writing and composing himself, featuring lovely melodies and lyrics.

Meanwhile, LIM YOUNGWOONG recently released the music video for his self-composed track "Moise" and is showcasing diverse music to fans through "IM HERO 10," which features 10 tracks.

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On the SBS entertainment program "My Genie Secretary", Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-gyu put their "my star" Ji Changwook aside to volunteer as personal assistants for actors Son Ye-jin and Nana.

In the episode airing on Friday the 18th, actor Ji Changwook appears for the first time as a returning "my star," visiting the production presentation site for the Netflix series "The Scandal".

Although Ji Changwook had requested a "service fix" after experiencing a "service refusal incident" during his previous appearance, the moment Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-gyu saw actors Son Ye-jin and Nana at the venue, they instantly cast Ji Changwook aside. Kim Kwang-gyu handed Ji Changwook's portable fan to Nana, and Lee Seo-jin actively catered to Son Ye-jin, creating an unexpected "shifted my star" situation.

Notably, Lee Seo-jin—who previously recorded 10 million combined views on shorts with his remark "Son Ye-jin? She's pretty" on "Jinny's Kitchen"—burst into quiet murmurs of admiration, saying, "She's the prettiest," the moment he came face to face with Son Ye-jin, sending the set into laughter.

Meanwhile, "My Genie Secretary," which ranked fourth in South Korea on the weekly chart released by Netflix's official statistics site Tudum and has maintained its spot in the TOP10 for three consecutive weeks, will air on Friday the 18th at 11:10 PM.

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Hollywood actor Tom Cruise has confirmed his 13th visit to Korea.

Tom Cruise will visit Korea to promote the film "Digger" (directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu), which opens next month on October 3. Starting with a press conference attended by local media at a location in Seoul on the afternoon of October 1, he plans to meet fans through events including a red carpet appearance.

This marks his 13th visit to Korea overall, setting the record for the most visits by a Hollywood actor. With every visit, he has earned the nickname "Kind Uncle Tom" for his top-tier fan service.

"Digger" tells the story that unfolds when a small crack occurs at a Greenland glacier drilling facility belonging to Digger Rockwell, an eccentric and stubborn tycoon, turning into an unprecedented mega-disaster that shakes the entire world.

Tom Cruise takes on the title role in this project, heralding a drastic acting transformation. He showed immense dedication by not hesitating to undergo hours of special effects makeup to play an elderly character.

The film opens on October 3.

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