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Kim Sung-woo murdered his mother-in-law and kidnapped his wife; was there really no way to stop him?

On the November 7 broadcast of SBS's "Unanswered Questions," the investigative program tracked the Songpa mother-in-law murder and spouse abduction case.

In the early morning hours of October 11, in a residential neighborhood in Songpa District, Seoul, one woman was murdered and another woman was kidnapped.

An assailant ambushed Min-ji as she was returning home from work, stabbed Min-ji's mother multiple times with a weapon as she attempted to intervene, and subsequently abducted Min-ji before vanishing. The assailant turned out to be none other than Min-ji's husband, Kim Sung-woo.

He fled after killing his mother-in-law and kidnapping his wife. In a mountainous area in Yangyang, Gangwon Province, Min-ji managed to escape seven hours after the incident began, and Kim Sung-woo was apprehended two hours later.

Min-ji blamed herself, feeling that everything was her fault. However, it came to light that the bereaved family had never even met Kim Sung-woo and did not know that Min-ji was married.

In reality, it was revealed that Min-ji had registered their marriage under coercion from Kim Sung-woo. Seven months into the marriage, she sought to end their relationship through an annulment lawsuit and went into hiding to get away from Kim Sung-woo.

Yet on the day of the crime, Kim Sung-woo had planned his actions knowing Min-ji's exact off-work time. Kim Sung-woo had told Min-ji, "I paid 20 million won to a private detective agency to find your location. I wanted to kill your entire family. I wanted to sell your younger sibling to China."

It was revealed that Kim Sung-woo had indeed hired private detective agencies on multiple occasions to pinpoint Min-ji's whereabouts. While the agency that took the job stated they were unable to locate Min-ji, Kim Sung-woo received various tips in the process and ultimately staked out on his own to uncover her location.

Although he was affectionate at first, Kim Sung-woo gradually began displaying violent tendencies. After Min-ji told him she wanted to end their relationship, he hid near the stairs in front of her home, ambushed her, bound her hands and feet with tape, and assaulted her multiple times. He then sexually assaulted her and even filmed her illegally.

In addition, he took out loans worth tens of millions of won under Min-ji's name and forced her to work as a hostess at a karaoke bar in Gangnam to bring in money. Min-ji handed over everything she earned directly to Kim Sung-woo.

With the help of a woman she met as a customer, Min-ji reported Kim Sung-woo for domestic violence, leading to emergency temporary measures being issued against him on August 22. That same day, Min-ji informed her family of her marriage and went into hiding in the provinces.

Frequently controlling Min-ji while suspecting her of infidelity, Kim Sung-woo purchased a weapon and rented a vehicle before the crime. He then staked out near Min-ji's family home almost daily, studying her daily routine and travel routes.

Kim Sung-woo stalked Min-ji 18 times during the emergency measures period and relentlessly tracked her for 50 days. Having begun his alternative service as a social service agent in 2022, he has been serving his mandatory military duty into his fifth year due to poor work conduct and frequent unauthorized departures from his duty station.

During this period, he also worked at an adult entertainment venue, where it was revealed he had a girlfriend who worked at the establishment at the time. An incident also took place where he blamed someone else entirely for his breakup with that girlfriend and carried out an assault.

Regarding this, an expert pointed out, "There is a category of people who use physical force to obtain what they want. What matters is whether someone exercises restraint when malice is provoked, but this individual is the type who fails to exercise control the moment a critical reason to do so arises."

Addressing Kim Sung-woo's attempts to control everything while having forced Min-ji to work at an adult entertainment venue himself, an expert analyzed, "Most people would give up one of the two, but he has no intention of giving up either. That is why he becomes angry, and he shifts the blame for that anger back onto the woman."

The expert added, "By our standards, he is an endlessly foolish person, but these are actions that make sense within his own logic. Having accumulated experiences where using violence allowed him to successfully control others, he developed a sense of 'this works' and 'I have completely subdued the other person'—a kind of winner effect—leading him to believe problems could be solved through assault, threats, and abduction. An ordinary person would not expect someone to still like them after doing such things. An extremely infantile and immature attitude is also a consistent trait demonstrated throughout this case."

Kim Sung-woo claims his actions were accidental. In response, an expert pointed out, "His objective was to kidnap Min-ji and restore their former relationship. However, if anything got in the way of achieving his goal, he was prepared to kill whoever it was—if that had not also been part of his plan, he would not have been able to act so swiftly in that situation."

The expert further analyzed, "He purchased a weapon weeks in advance and conducted stakeouts multiple times. This can be viewed as demonstrating extremely calculated, predatory aggression."

Experts noted that because the Domestic Violence Punishment Act lacks a monitoring system once temporary measures are ordered, authorities remained unaware even though Kim Sung-woo staked out for two weeks to track down his wife's location, stating, "Attaching electronic location-tracking devices to domestic violence offenders would serve as an effective measure."

Kim Sung-woo was classified under Grade A, the highest domestic violence risk level, yet police failed to extend the restraining order before it expired, culminating in tragedy. In response, the police offered only a written reply stating, "The restraining order was not extended because no circumstances were detected indicating that the perpetrator was attempting to approach the victim."

As of 2025, 137 women were murdered by men in intimate relationships. Consequently, discussions have emerged in certain quarters regarding legislative revisions aimed at increasing the maximum distance permitted under restraining orders and broadening the scope of protection so that everyone within a victim's personal network is shielded alongside the primary victim.

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Kim Ji-won revealed why she strikes a rock with an egg.

On the November 7 broadcast of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" (hereafter "Doctor X"), Gye Soo-jung and her colleagues worked together to save a patient.

On this day, voting regarding a medical strike got underway. Boo Seung-kwon and Bae Heung-gon, however, did not even participate in the vote, looking anxious as they kept checking the time.

Eventually, Boo Seung-kwon took the podium and declared, "There is only one place in this hospital where surgery is underway right now. The smallest child is lying in the largest operating room," revealing that an abdominal multivisceral ex vivo tumor resection and autotransplantation was in progress.

He went on to call it the child's last hope, asking his fellow doctors, "If we are doctors, if we are surgeons, where should we be right now? At this polling station holding patient lives hostage, or in that operating room?" He then said, "This is my choice," and walked out of the voting venue.

Seeing this, Bae Heung-gon urged Ma Sung-gyu, who was standing at the forefront of the medical strike, to head to the operating room together. However, Ma Sung-gyu ultimately could not bring himself to leave the polling venue, leaving Bae Heung-gon to follow Boo Seung-kwon alone.

With Boo Seung-kwon and Bae Heung-gon joining the operating room, Gye Soo-jung and her colleagues picked up their pace and proceeded with the surgery.

Displeased by the situation, the Mokryeonhoe barged into the monitoring room and raised their voices, demanding an immediate halt to the procedure. But Gye Soo-jung urged her colleagues to hold firm, telling them that she would make sure Hyun-ah grows up to become an adult.

In response, Boo Seung-kwon fired back at the Mokryeonhoe who were trying to block them: "Under my authority as hospital director, I will see this surgery through to the end". Turning to Cho Won-jin, he added, "Professor Cho, let's do what you do best," prompting Cho Won-jin to pull the microphone cord and shut out the voices of the Mokryeonhoe.

With Kim Sung-jin also joining in, the operation concluded safely, and everyone involved breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing Hyun-ah's heart beating once again. Gye Soo-jung drew attention by bowing deeply to express her gratitude to her colleagues. Those who took part in the surgery could not hide how overwhelmed they felt by emotions they had not experienced in a long time.

Their joy and sense of accomplishment were short-lived, however, as the Mokryeonhoe suspended everyone who took part in the surgery from their duties. They shocked everyone by announcing suspensions for each member starting with the removal of Hospital Director Boo Seung-kwon from his position, while declaring that Gye Soo-jung's contract termination would be upheld.

Just then, Hyun-ah's mother arrived alongside Jang Hee-sook. Hyun-ah's mother announced that she would file a complaint against the doctors who operated on her daughter. In particular, she drew attention by stating she would also file a complaint against the main branch of Guseo University Hospital and its foundation. This was the final move designed to save Gye Soo-jung and her colleagues.

To this, Kim Chang-soo remarked, "I understand your frustration, but what do you expect to gain by throwing an egg against a rock?" Gye Soo-jung then targeted the Mokryeonhoe, firing back, "You don't hit a rock with an egg expecting the rock to break. You throw it to leave a mark. So that as time goes by, it will give off a foul stench and keep sticking to it. Nobody will wipe it away. More eggs will keep flying in. People will point their fingers and say, 'Here it is, the place that reeks.'"

In the end, disciplinary action against Gye Soo-jung and her colleagues was put on hold. Gye Soo-jung expressed her gratitude to Hyun-ah's guardian for helping them. She then reassured Hyun-ah's mother by telling her, "I never fail."

Meanwhile, the broadcast concluded by revealing a hidden past involving Gye Soo-jung, Cho Won-jin, and Park Tae-kyung surrounding White Wings founder Kim Seung-hyo, raising curiosity about what narrative will unfold next.

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Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon recreated an iconic scene from "Damo".

On the November 6 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Wish, Genie – My Genie Secretary" (hereafter "My Genie Secretary"), the secretaries were shown spending time with their "My Star" Ha Jiwon.

After completing their first schedule of the day, the secretaries and Ha Jiwon unwound together, leading Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon to reminisce about the drama "Damo".

Lee Seo-jin said, "She tries to run away with Min-jun." At this, Kim Kwang-kyu asked, "Why? Did they fall for each other?" Lee Seo-jin then explained the famous scene, saying, "She says things like, 'I've changed, I'm not going with you,' so I told her to cut me down and go, to kill me and go."

To this, Kim Kwang-kyu joked, "Is that like 'Shoot me and go'? Is this 'Silmido'?" drawing laughter. Lee Seo-jin then claimed they were the original, saying, "We came first. We were before 'Silmido.'"

Then he vividly recalled the memories from back then, drawing attention as he said, "Oh, no. When I went to action school, I practiced with the 'Silmido' team. Back then, Bae Yong-joon was on one side, Ryoo Seung-bum was on another, and the 'Silmido' team was all practicing on another."

The next day, Ha Jiwon filmed content with singer Kangnam, who presented a Singapore food mukbang with her. After enjoying a feast at a seafood restaurant, Kangnam suggested a bet on the bill, proposing that the team whose guess was closest to the actual meal cost would be exempt from paying.

Team Kangnam and Team Ha Jiwon seriously guessed the cost of the meal and revealed their answers. Lee Seo-jin suggested that Kangnam reveal his guess first. Kangnam guessed $1,400, and Lee Seo-jin called out $1,500, which was $100 higher.

Ha Jiwon then received the bill and checked the price first. Her facial expression subtly changed, and seeing this, Kangnam was convinced of his victory. In reality, however, Team Ha Jiwon won, as the meal cost was exactly $1,519.

Ha Jiwon rejoiced in the victory, sharing that she thought Lee Seo-jin, the key player behind the win, looked cool at that moment.

After all schedules ended, Ha Jiwon and the secretaries gathered once again. Kim Kwang-kyu asked Ha Jiwon, an actor in her 31st year in the industry, to pick her favorite character excluding "Damo".

To this, Ha Jiwon drew attention by saying, ""Damo" cannot be left out. For an actor, the set should be fun, and that was the very first set where I felt that being on set was joyful."

Lee Seo-jin added, "Doing "Damo" was also an opportunity for me to rise higher. Every day when I opened my eyes in the morning, it was a brand-new world. People were going crazy with enthusiasm."

Watching this, Kim Kwang-kyu asked the two to recreate the iconic scene. But Lee Seo-jin waved his hand dismissively, saying, "I can't do that, I can't. I've never done this anywhere else. Even if someone offered me several hundred million won, I'd hesitate to do it."

A few hours after filming ended, during the wrap party, cameras suddenly swarmed around Ha Jiwon and Lee Seo-jin. Lee Seo-jin ended up recreating the famous scene he had insisted he would never do.

The two were stunned to discover that the restaurant where they held the wrap party for "Damo" 23 years ago was the very same restaurant where they were currently holding their wrap party. They had encountered the venue of their wrap party from 23 years ago again in Singapore. At this, the production crew encouraged the recreation of the iconic scene, saying, "It seems like this is telling you to film that line right here."

In the end, after 23 years, Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon recreated the iconic scene that birthed the famous line, "Does it hurt? It hurts me, too." The scene of the two returning as Hwangbo Yoon and Jang Chae-ok after 23 years made it certain that it would become a special gift for "Damo" devotees.

After filming wrapped, Lee Seo-jin said, "I thought to myself, 'Was I this close with Jiwon?' I don't think we've ever been together this closely before," adding, "Traveling together made me feel like we've grown closer."

Ha Jiwon drew attention with her thoughts, saying, "Back when we did "Damo," I only remembered him as the police commander, and I didn't really know Lee Seo-jin. Through "My Genie Secretary," I finally got to know the person Lee Seo-jin, and that was really fun."

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Ha Jiwon expressed her affection for "Damo."

On the November 6 broadcast of SBS's "My Genie Secretary," the secretaries were shown spending time with their "My Star" Ha Jiwon.

After finishing their first schedule of the day, the secretaries and Ha Jiwon caught up together. Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon were immersed in memories of the drama "Damo," enjoying themselves from start to finish.

Ha Jiwon said, "I love the work 'Damo' so much. That's why I can instantly travel right back to that time."

Ha Jiwon continued fondly, drawing attention: "To shoot that single scene, I poured in so much contemplation, thought, and energy. Because it was a period where I lived that way for 10 months, 'Damo' is a time of my life that I truly lived through. That is why I can return to those memories at any moment."

Lee Seo-jin also cherished the drama that served as an elevator in his life, saying of "Damo," "Doing 'Damo' also became an opportunity for me to rise higher."

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Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon reminisced about "Damo."

On the November 6 broadcast of SBS's "Whatever You Wish, Genie: My Genie Secretary" (hereafter "My Genie Secretary"), the secretaries were shown spending time with their "my star," Ha Jiwon.

After completing their first schedule of the day, the secretaries and Ha Jiwon caught up together. Lee Seo-jin expressed his joy at reuniting with Ha Jiwon after 23 years, saying, "This is the first time we've been caught in the same camera frame together since 'Damo' ended."

In response, Ha Jiwon said, "Right now, 'Damo' fanatics have huge expectations, they're going crazy," while Lee Seo-jin drew attention by adding, "Son Suk-ku and Choi Hee-seo both say it's their all-time favorite drama."

At this, Kim Kwang-kyu said, "I guess I should watch 'Damo' again," and played iconic scenes from "Damo" on his smartphone. Watching the rainy night scene where the two engage in a sword fight, Ha Jiwon became nostalgic, saying, "That's a scene I love."

To this, Lee Seo-jin recalled a completely different memory from Ha Jiwon and drew laughter, saying, "Hey, I almost died that day. Ugh, about three water trucks came; we filmed all night and there were ten million bugs over there."

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Will Kim Ji-won be able to save the patient alongside Lee Jung-eun?

In the November 6 broadcast of SBS's Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" (hereinafter "Doctor X: Mafia in White"), Jang Hee-sook was shown stepping forward to help Gye Su-jeong.

On this day, Boo Seung-kwon pressed Jang Hee-sook, asking if Gye Su-jeong was not Doctor X. In response, Jang Hee-sook said, "Gye Su-jeong is indeed Doctor X. If Doctor X is someone who puts a patient's life and well-being first, then Gye Su-jeong is Doctor X. If Doctor X is someone who never leaves a patient's side, who sees the surgery entrusted to them through to the very end, and who is a doctor that never fails, then Gye Su-jeong is Doctor X more than anyone else."

However, Boo Seung-kwon drew attention by countering, "Gye Su-jeong is Doctor X. A doctor who takes on risky cases without established surgical techniques, an arrogant hand of God who weighs life against their own skill and enjoys it, a name where respect and cynicism coexist: Doctor X. If that is what Doctor X means, then to me, Gye Su-jeong is Doctor X."

Also on this day, Gye Su-jeong announced she would lead an impossible surgery. For an eight-year-old patient who had been discharged after everyone deemed the situation impossible, Gye Su-jeong proposed a procedure to remove all organs, resect the tumor, and re-implant them. She then asked other doctors for help, saying she needed a team.

However, Boo Seung-kwon insisted, "Let's go to the IRB," maintaining that they must receive approval from the committee that reviews and approves the ethics and safety of clinical research.

Gye Su-jeong replied that the patient had no time and could not wait. To this, Boo Seung-kwon scolded her, "Do you think anyone will join this surgery right now? In this surgery where nothing can be guaranteed, are you going to jeopardize not just your own career but other people's careers using an eight-year-old patient's life as collateral?"

Nevertheless, Gye Su-jeong stood firm in her conviction, stating, "I want to protect the life of an eight-year-old patient by putting my responsibility and skill as a doctor on the line." She then bowed her head to the doctors for the first time, pleading for their help.

Yet, not a single person changed their mind. In the end, entering the operating room with Jo Won-jin amid everyone's opposition, Gye Su-jeong prepared to proceed with the 15-hour surgery alone.

And at that moment, Do Yoon-shik, who had been agonizing over the decision, appeared. After much thought, Do Yoon-shik had decided to join Gye Su-jeong's surgery. However, as the reality of having to carry out the operation with just the two of them set in, he grew restless, saying, "Call someone. We can't do it like this, call anyone."

Just then, someone walked into the operating room. Everyone was bewildered by the arrival of a person who introduced herself by saying, "I am surgeon Jang Hee-sook." It was none other than Director Jang Hee-sook.

At this, Gye Su-jeong introduced Jang Hee-sook, saying, "She is my mentor," sparking curiosity about what will unfold next.

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Actors Kang Hoon and Lee E-dam will appear on "Running Man" to engage in a fierce battle for R-Coins.

On SBS's "Running Man," airing on November 8, a boisterous autumn race featuring members alongside Kang Hoon and Lee E-dam, transformed into college students, will be revealed.

Returning to "Running Man" after four months, Kang Hoon received both a warm welcome and affectionate jeers from the members right from his entrance. When members chided Kang Hoon, who came to promote his project, saying, "You always come on the show to use us," Kang Hoon did not back down and fired back, "No, I don't," proving his enduring "Ttabak-i" (talk-back) persona.

Rising star Lee E-dam, who made a mark in dramas "The Art of Sarah" and "Can This Love Be Translated?", is making her very first variety show appearance. She revealed that she has been a fan of "Running Man" since childhood and named Jee Seokjin as her favorite member. However, while extending a handshake, Jee Seokjin could not recall Lee E-dam's name, causing laughter true to his "fake life" character.

On this day, the cast members transformed into university club members to showcase their charms. HAHA, Yang Sechan, and Yu Jae-seok teamed up as a dance club to challenge the choreography of A2O LITE's "NEON," but it deteriorated into a "Ryang Hyun Ryang Ha" dance, failing to hide their uncle-like vibes. Meanwhile, Kang Hoon and Lee E-dam formed a comedy club and ambitiously showcased seal impressions, only to face an icy reception in their variety show initiation.

In the subsequent race, a fierce coin battle unfolded to collect and protect R-Coins. Amid rampant stealing, betrayals, and checks targeting one another's pockets, anticipation builds over who will emerge as the winner to claim the prize.

"Running Man" featuring Kang Hoon and Lee E-dam will air on Sunday, November 8, at 6:00 PM, 10 minutes earlier than its regular broadcast time. 

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Lucky, a loggerhead sea turtle who lived in an aquarium tank for seven years, is finally returning to its home ocean.

Airing on November 8 at 9:30 AM, SBS's "Animal Farm" will feature the story of Lucky, a 150-kilogram loggerhead sea turtle and internationally endangered species that miraculously survived after being rescued seven years ago while entangled in discarded fishing nets.

Previously introduced on "Animal Farm," Lucky had narrowly escaped death, though survival was far from guaranteed at the time. Miraculously recovering, the turtle was given the name "Lucky" and is now preparing to leave the narrow aquarium tank and return to the ocean after seven years.

However, while preparing for the release, a mass was discovered on the back of Lucky's neck, requiring multiple surgeries. Under the attentive care of veterinarian Hong Won-hee, the surgeries were successfully completed and Lucky's health was restored. Yet, because the turtle had grown accustomed to being fed by humans over the years, losing wild instincts—such as approaching people first upon seeing them—remained a concern.

In response, veterinarian Hong Won-hee launched a special evaluation to verify Lucky's survival skills. Final tests were conducted, ranging from attempting to hunt for the first time in seven years to assessing coexistence with other marine life and evaluating swimming adaptability in an environment resembling the actual ocean. However, once placed in the unfamiliar setting, Lucky exhibited unexpected behavior, briefly causing tension on site.

Lucky the loggerhead sea turtle's emotional journey back to the ocean after overcoming numerous hurdles will be revealed on "Animal Farm," airing this Sunday, November 8, at 9:30 AM.

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Singer Kim Jang-hoon is joining "My Little Old Boy" as the show's oldest son to reveal his unconventional single life.

On the upcoming broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy" airing on November 8 at 9 p.m., 64-year-old singer Kim Jang-hoon will appear as a new member, receiving a warm welcome from MCs Shin Dong-yeob and Seo Jang-hoon as well as the "Mom-avengers."

During the broadcast, Kim Jang-hoon catches viewers' attention with his unique vocal exercises and non-stop conversations even while alone. In particular, following a phone call that even his close friend HAHA could not easily end, the studio was reportedly left buzzing when his phone's mind-boggling total call time was revealed. In addition, curiosity is piqued by Kim Jang-hoon's unexpected reaction upon checking his projected payout ahead of receiving his National Pension.

Following this, Kim Jang-hoon's close friend of 30 years, singer Lee So-ra, visits his studio to help check his stage outfits. Lee So-ra, who is rarely seen on variety shows, shows an unexpected homemaker side by looking after Kim Jang-hoon and even stepping up to do the dishes herself. Seeing this, MC Seo Jang-hoon also expresses surprise, saying, "I have never seen that side of Lee So-ra anywhere."

The two also open up about the full story behind the dating rumors that once surrounded them. Kim Jang-hoon recalls holding hands with Lee So-ra and walking around Daehangno, saying, "You were the last person I ever had a dating rumor with." Along with this, he is set to share the story of his last romantic relationship, which began like a movie during his days as a radio DJ.

Kim Jang-hoon's extraordinary single life at age 64 and the unexpected charm of his close friend Lee So-ra will be revealed on "My Little Old Boy," airing this Sunday, November 8, at 9 p.m. 

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"Signal 2," whose broadcast had been postponed indefinitely due to controversy surrounding lead actor Cho Jin-woong, will finally meet viewers on December 7.

On November 6, tvN announced through an official statement that it has confirmed the premiere of its new Monday-Tuesday drama "Signal 2" for December 7. The broadcast time was set for 10 PM, later than usual, considering the genre characteristics of the series and the viewing environment.

Previously, Cho Jin-woong, who had wrapped filming in the role of Detective Lee Jae-han, announced his retirement from the entertainment industry in December of last year after past records of juvenile protective disposition during his youth were belatedly revealed. Consequently, the release of "Signal 2" became uncertain, but tvN decided to schedule the broadcast after deep deliberation.

tvN explained the background of the scheduling decision, stating, "As a network, we can never look lightly upon the wrongful past actions of a specific cast member. However, this production is a collective creation containing the time and effort of many staff members, production crew, and officials, from the planning stage to filming and post-production. We believed there was a need to view the evaluation of an individual cast member separately from the value of the work itself and the efforts of the creators who took part in it."

The production team explored various options to replace Cho Jin-woong's screen time, including digital visual modifications and tests to substitute the actor using AI technology. However, due to limitations in naturally executing performance expressions and narrative flow, they ultimately decided to broadcast the original version as planned.

The production team emphasized, "We state clearly that releasing the work does not mean defending or justifying the issue," adding, "While this decision may not resolve all the concerns that have been raised, we judged that we must also consider those who have waited for the project for a long time, as well as the efforts of numerous actors, staff members, and production crew who did their best in their respective roles to complete the work. While delivering the inherent story and meaning of 'Signal 2' with value, we will not forget our responsibility as a network."

Planned as an eight-episode series, "Signal 2" is adopting an unconventional scheduling format to maximize immersion. On its premiere date of December 7, Episode 1 will be slightly shortened and adjusted to air Episodes 1 and 2 back-to-back, followed by Episode 3 on the next day, December 8, releasing three episodes in the first week alone. Moving forward, one episode will air each week on Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 PM.

Attention is now focused on what reception "Signal 2" will receive after its lengthy wait, as key figures behind the success of Season 1, including writer Kim Eun-hee and actors Kim Hye-soo and Lee Je-hoon, join forces once again.

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SBS's "Unanswered Questions" delves into the true face of Kim Sung-woo, a killer who brutally murdered his mother-in-law and abducted his wife in Songpa-gu, Seoul.

Airing on November 7, "Unanswered Questions"—under the subtitle "A Vicious Reunion Scenario: Why Did Kim Sung-woo Murder His Mother-in-Law?"—closely tracks the tragic incident that sent shockwaves through a quiet residential neighborhood in Songpa-gu, Seoul, in the early morning hours of October 11.

In the early morning hours of that day, Kim Young-hoon (pseudonym) discovered his wife collapsed and bleeding in front of their home, only to receive the shocking news that an unidentified assailant had abducted his daughter, Min-ji (pseudonym), by car while she was returning home. The perpetrator drove recklessly across 200 kilometers, fleeing to a mountainous area in Yangyang, Gangwon Province. He was apprehended seven hours after the crime began, after Min-ji, who had been trapped in the vehicle for five hours, managed a narrow escape.

The perpetrator, whose personal details were publicly disclosed due to the gravity of the crime, turned out to be 26-year-old Kim Sung-woo—the victim's son-in-law and Min-ji's husband, with whom he had registered their marriage. However, it was revealed that the bereaved family had never met him even once.

Kim Sung-woo claims that he committed the act impulsively out of panic when his mother-in-law began screaming as he tried to speak with Min-ji. However, the production team was able to meet directly with an official from a private detective agency who stated they had received a request from Kim to locate Min-ji.

The truth behind the terms of his deal with the private detective agency—concealed behind his claims of an impulsive crime—and the secret scenario he had planned will be revealed on "Unanswered Questions," airing on Saturday, November 7, at 11:10 PM. 

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Singer LIM YOUNGWOONG is once again bringing the overwhelming emotion of his stadium concert, created together with Hero Generation, to movie theaters.

On the morning of November 6, the main trailer for the film "LIM YOUNGWOONG | IM HERO THE STADIUM 2" was released through LIM YOUNGWOONG's official social media channels.

The released main trailer begins with LIM YOUNGWOONG celebrating the 10th anniversary of his debut and the roaring cheers of countless fans calling his name. It vividly captures the fiery energy that filled the stadium, from the cheers of tens of thousands of fans and his unrivaled vocals to the vibrancy of the live band and the dance team's spectacular performances.

In particular, a fantastic fireworks display, a drone show, and a wave of sky-blue light sticks illuminating the stadium are accompanied by LIM YOUNGWOONG's heartfelt message, "I truly want to be with all of you for the next 10 years, too," leaving a deep and lasting impression.

The film is designed as a special festival that looks back on the 10-year journey walked together by LIM YOUNGWOONG and Hero Generation, alongside the monumental milestone of reaching a cumulative audience of 1 million.

In addition, this concert live film has confirmed screenings in a "4-sided SCREENX" theater for the first time among LIM YOUNGWOONG's films. By expanding the visuals beyond the front screen to the left and right walls as well as the ceiling, it is set to offer audiences a distinctive visual experience, making them feel as if they are right in the middle of the concert venue.

The film "LIM YOUNGWOONG | IM HERO THE STADIUM 2" will open at CGV theaters nationwide starting November 18, with ticket reservations opening sequentially by theater starting at 10 a.m. on November 9.

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Actor Do Sang-woo (39) and model Park Ji-hye (37) are tying the knot.

On November 6, Do Sang-woo's agency J-Wide Company announced, "Do Sang-woo has met a precious partner to spend his life with and will tie the knot in February 2027," adding, "The wedding will be held privately out of consideration for the bride-to-be and both families. Please send warm congratulations and encouragement to the two as they embark on a new beginning in life."

Shortly after the marriage announcement, Do Sang-woo directly shared his thoughts via social media.

Do Sang-woo posted several photos along with the message, "The proposal I have envisioned in my heart for years! I had only imagined gifting that moment while taking family photos, and that scene has now become a reality," adding, "Sharing our simple everyday lives, we are getting married!"

The released pictures drew attention by capturing the romantic moment when, during a family photoshoot with their pet dog and cat, Do Sang-woo made a surprise proposal with a ring, and Park Ji-hye responded with a radiant smile.

Do Sang-woo debuted as a model in 2008 and transitioned to acting through tvN's "Flower Boy Ramen Shop" in 2011. Since then, he has showcased memorable performances in diverse dramas including "My Daughter, Geum Sa-wol," "Queen: Love and War," "Backstreet Rookie," "Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow," and "Walking on Thin Ice."

The bride-to-be, Park Ji-hye, is a prominent model who debuted internationally as an exclusive model for the Alexander Wang show at the 2013 S/S New York Fashion Week and has actively worked on global runways.

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Actors Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon showcase a unique romantic chemistry in Singapore.

Airing at 11:10 p.m. on November 6, the SBS Friday variety show "My Genie Secretary" will unveil the second part of Ha Jiwon's Singapore business trip, following up on last week's episode.

Previously, the October 30 broadcast broke its own viewership ratings record with a peak of 4.9% per minute, propelled by the chemistry between Lee Seo-jin and Ha Jiwon, who reunited 23 years after the drama "Damo." Furthermore, the show ranked second in the November variety show brand reputation rankings announced by the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute on November 3, proving the immense response from viewers and confirming a two-week consecutive broadcast for a single guest for the first time in the program's history.

During the upcoming episode, Lee Seo-jin shows a sweet side by personally applying sunscreen to Ha Jiwon under the hot sun, once again creating a subtle romantic tension. Later, when Ha Jiwon appears as a guest on Kangnam's YouTube content and asks, "Please protect me from Kangnam's pranks," Lee Seo-jin transforms into a dependable bodyguard, reassuring her by saying, "Don't worry, that's my specialty."

In particular, Lee Seo-jin uses his sharp intellect as a New York University business major to protect Ha Jiwon during a bet over paying for meals. In addition, when taking on Singapore's famous Giant Swing, he stays right by Ha Jiwon's side even midair, knowing she has a fear of heights, fully displaying his devoted care for her.

Featuring Lee Seo-jin's dependable bodyguard moments and affectionate attentiveness, "My Genie Secretary" airs on Friday, November 6, at 11:10 p.m. 

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In "Doctor X: Mafia in White," Kim Ji-won undertakes an unprecedented surgical method for an 8-year-old pediatric cancer patient.

Ahead of the broadcast of Episode 9 on November 6, the production team of SBS' Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White", which has been captivating the small screen while firmly maintaining the No. 1 viewership rating for four consecutive weeks, released stills of Gye Soo-jung (played by Kim Ji-won) declaring an unprecedented surgery.

In the released stills, Gye Soo-jung gazes at the doctors in the conference room with determined and unwavering eyes. To save Lee Hyun-ah (played by Lee Chae-yoo), an 8-year-old pediatric cancer patient who has no other way to survive, Gye Soo-jung shocks everyone by announcing that she will perform an unprecedented ex-vivo surgery that involves removing all six organs from the body to resect the tumor and then reimplanting them.

However, hospital director Boo Seung-kwon (played by Son Hyun-joo) strongly puts the brakes on the procedure, citing its risks and procedural justifications, leading to a head-on clash between their convictions. The confrontation between Gye Soo-jung, who plunges into the impossible to save a patient, and Boo Seung-kwon, who seeks to protect the hospital and patient from unverified risks, is expected to reach its climax.

In particular, curiosity is heightened as a preview shows Gye Soo-jung—who has never allowed a single failure thanks to her surreal surgical techniques and astonishing speed—bowing deeply to the doctors of Guseo University Hospital and pleading, "Please help me," in front of a surgery that she cannot complete on her own. Expectations are rising over whether Gye Soo-jung will be able to overcome everyone's opposition and create a miracle.

Episode 9 of "Doctor X: Mafia in White" airs tonight, Friday, November 6, at 9:50 PM. 

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SBS's "Curious Stories Y" delves into the hidden reality behind the broadcasts of YouTuber Kagwang, who sparked controversy through sadistic behavior toward a female guest.

Airing on November 6 at 8:50 PM, SBS's "Curious Stories Y" sheds light on the full story behind the violent livestreams of YouTuber Kagwang, who has 470,000 subscribers.

Recently, Kagwang provoked public outrage by livestreaming shocking acts during a broadcast in Thailand, including severe verbal abuse, physical beatings, and forced alcohol consumption directed at a female guest, and even breaking the crutches she was using.

The victim, Hyun-ji (pseudonym), secretly contacted a friend and was narrowly rescued with the help of the embassy; immediately upon returning to Korea, she hired a lawyer and announced plans to file a complaint. However, just two days later, she cut off contact with those trying to help her and disappeared, only to reappear on a birthday party livestream held by Kagwang, the alleged perpetrator, offering the baffling explanation that "there was no abuse and it was all staged." Questions are mounting over what led to the drastic change in her attitude in just 48 hours.

Kagwang, who has continued sadistic broadcasts to collect donations, turned out to be the boy who appeared on "Curious Stories Y" 16 years ago. Why has he been unable to escape the internet world, continuing to commercialize bizarre behavior even now after so much time has passed—when even back then he turned the production team into content for his livestream?

The real story hidden behind 470,000-subscriber YouTuber Kagwang's violent livestreams will be revealed on "Curious Stories Y," airing Friday, November 6, at 8:50 PM.

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Broadcaster Kim Gu-ra's son GREE (29, real name Kim Dong-hyun) has made a surprise confession that he is preparing to marry his girlfriend.

On the November 5 broadcast of Episode 6 of E Channel's "Seo Inyoung's Trend Kkondae," GREE appeared as a guest and spoke candidly about his views on money and dating.

During the episode, GREE addressed the photos of his Jeju Island date that were posted on his girlfriend's social media, explaining, "I don't do social media. I don't have an account. But my girlfriend said she wanted to upload them".

Expressing his gratitude, GREE continued, "We've been dating for a long time, and she even waited for me through my military service," before joking, "As a man, isn't accommodating things like that what life is all about?" which drew laughter.

Upon hearing his story, MC Seo Inyoung shared her disappointment, remarking, "You should have appeared on Episode 1, the dating special". In response, GREE confessed, "Please invite me next time for the marriage special. I am preparing for marriage". Seo Inyoung then wittily quipped, "I'm also preparing for marriage," continuing the pleasant and lively atmosphere.

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Actor Nana, a member of the group After School, has candidly opened up about her feelings and delivered a sharp rebuke against the wave of malicious comments that followed her public relationship with former BIGBANG member T.O.P.

On November 5, Nana posted a lengthy statement on her social media, writing, "For 17 years, I have been sincere in my work at every single moment and have done my absolute best."

Expressing her frustration, Nana stated, "I want to say something to those self-proclaimed fans who intentionally write hateful posts while ignoring my choices and freedom simply because my relationship was confirmed." She added, "What did I do that was so wrong? Did anyone suffer harm because of me? Did I cause a moral controversy?"

She then maintained a firm stance, continuing, "To be clear, my romantic relationship is part of my personal private life and my own life. I do not believe it is something I should apologize for."

She further remarked, "The part I feel sorry about is having caused criticism and emotional wounds to be directed at those who, in my eyes, were not genuine fans—things they did not need to hear, see, or feel because of me." She added, "Please do not hurt the fans who love and respect the person named Nana as a human being beyond the framework of a celebrity. Please do not cause any more harm."

Previously, Nana and T.O.P officially confirmed their relationship last month. When dating rumors emerged, both agencies swiftly acknowledged them within less than an hour, announcing the birth of an official entertainment industry couple. The two first connected earlier this year while filming the music video for "Wanjeon Michyeosseo!", the title track of T.O.P's solo album, and after remaining close friends, developed into a romantic relationship around June.

However, due to T.O.P's past history, including his marijuana smoking and reversal of his retirement from the entertainment industry, their relationship has drawn concerned looks. Recently, sparks flew when it was revealed that Nana accompanied him to T.O.P's birthday cafe event held amid conflicts with his fandom, leading to over-the-line criticism from some online users directed at Nana, which sparked public disapproval.

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Who were the thieves who stole Admiral Yi Sun-sin's "Nanjung Ilgi"?

The episode of SBS's "Tails of Tales" broadcast on November 5 spotlighted the day Korea almost lost its precious treasure under the subtitle "The Thieves: The Theft of Nanjung Ilgi."

On December 31, 1967, national treasures vanished from Hyeonchungsa Shrine. Korea's National Treasure No. 76—Admiral Yi Sun-sin's "Nanjung Ilgi," "Imjin Jangcho," and "Seogancheop"—had disappeared.

President Park Chung-hee held deep respect for Admiral Yi Sun-sin. In response, police across the nation went on high alert.

However, heavy snowfall overnight had wiped away footprints, and because the culprit wore wool gloves, no fingerprints were left behind, making tracking the culprit far from easy.

The police pursued suspects from multiple angles. Despite these efforts, however, they failed to find the culprit.

That was when the president issued a special address. He warned that if the culprit did not turn themselves in within 10 days, all investigative agencies would be mobilized to arrest and severely punish them. Because it was unprecedented for a head of state to order the capture of thieves, police nationwide were thrown into an uproar.

Acting on a tip, the police arrested a suspect in Busan, a mounting shop owner identified as Mr. Kang. However, "Nanjung Ilgi" had already vanished. The suspect claimed he had handed it over to a middleman.

Cultural property crimes were specialized offenses, with everything handled through middlemen. The police then pursued the middleman identified by Kang, a man residing in Masan, South Gyeongsang Province, known as 'Matross Park.'

Having traded stolen goods while traveling back and forth to Japan, he was planning to smuggle "Nanjung Ilgi" to Japan. But he did not have "Nanjung Ilgi" either. He had already passed it on to someone else.

After relentless pursuit, the police successfully recovered the national treasures, including "Nanjung Ilgi," at the home of another accomplice. However, they claimed that they had merely stored the items rather than stolen them, insisting the real thief was someone else.

Then, a man surnamed Kim, who surrendered after seeing the president's special address, stated that he had almost become the thief who stole "Nanjung Ilgi." He then exposed the mastermind behind the incident and the thief who had scouted Hyeonchungsa Shrine with him.

The mastermind, referred to as 'Teacher Yoo,' planned the theft of "Nanjung Ilgi" for money, assigning separate roles to accomplices while keeping them unaware of one another's existence. In the end, however, he was arrested.

The thieves sparked national outrage. Yet Teacher Yoo, the mastermind, brazenly said, "I felt so proud once I had the national treasure in my hands."

Investigations revealed that he already had a criminal record of stealing and trafficking numerous treasures. Furthermore, his accomplice, referred to as 'Player Jung,' who had worked closely with him for a year, drew attention after taking his own life amid the release of the president's address.

A detective who had endured persecution during the Japanese colonial period shared that he cried tears of relief upon catching the treasure thieves, unable to hide his emotional swell even now when recalling that time.

The descendant of Admiral Yi, who had even been treated as a suspect at the time, expressed relief after "Nanjung Ilgi" was recovered, saying, "It feels as though I have regained my lost life."

A citizen detective was rewarded and the police officers who apprehended the culprits received special promotions following the "Nanjung Ilgi" theft case. However, it left a sense of regret when Teacher Yoo, the mastermind, received only five years in prison, while other accomplices were sentenced to prison terms such as three years. The court took into consideration that all the treasures had been recovered and that the defendants showed remorse.

Far from showing remorse, however, Teacher Yoo was later caught committing similar crimes again. In particular, he sold the 'Guguk Jemin' plaque by Chusa Kim Jeong-hui to an antique dealer for 300,000 won, and its whereabouts remain unknown to this day, drawing further sorrow.

Teacher Yoo, who was caught attempting to smuggle Korea's treasures to Japan, provoked viewers' anger to the very end by stating, "I am satisfied simply by touching and reading the noble cultural heritage created by our ancestors. I have no regrets about the crime."

Following the "Nanjung Ilgi" theft case, the government established the Cultural Heritage Appraisal Office to prevent the illegal export of cultural heritage overseas and enacted the Cultural Heritage Protection Act. And the treasure thus protected was designated as World Cultural Heritage.

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Park Minyoung and Yook Sung-jae revealed what kind of actors they aspire to become.

On the November 5 broadcast of SBS's "The Great Hang-jun," actors Park Minyoung and Yook Sung-jae appeared for an audition.

Jang Hang-jun's upcoming project, revealed that day, was "My Grandmother Is a Gumiho." Jang, who explained that the story was inspired by an experience of his great-great-grandfather, turned his focus toward Park Minyoung, who previously played the role of a gumiho.

Park Minyoung showcased her deep understanding of the mythical creature, saying, "The essence of a gumiho is han. All Korean content possesses han. That's why in Korea, one must hold a great deal of han."

Both actors looked puzzled at the premise, which described an unimaginable melodrama between a gumiho unfairly trapped in a back room while trying to become human, and a talkative Mr. Jang who visits her every night to tell stories.

In particular, Yook Sung-jae caused bursts of laughter by saying, "Wait, what does this even mean? I think this is the first time I've read a script and couldn't understand it at all." In response, Jang Hang-jun drew attention by writing a note saying, "Yook Sung-jae's likability drops," and even doodling over his photo.

Explaining that the story revolves around the last remaining gumiho in the 1800s, Jang Hang-jun said, "Watching over her, Samshin Halmoni offered to grant her wish, and right after that, the gumiho set out to find a man to become human. On the day she married the son of a noble family, everyone was bewitched by the gumiho, and seeing this, her enraged parents-in-law sent their son far away and locked the gumiho in a detached quarters. However, an official named Jang visits the gumiho and becomes her companion, and when the gumiho, unable to become human for 100 days, is on the verge of disappearing, Jang tries to save her."

Following his explanation, Yook Sung-jae and Park Minyoung tackled the script with their exceptional quick wit. Park Minyoung also drew laughter by even howling to make her appeal.

When asked to make a final pitch for himself, Yook Sung-jae said, "I want to become an actor whom producers love," adding, "I want to be an actor who satisfies everyone on set, including the director. To start, I will do whatever I am told to do."

When asked if he could even shave his head into a queue hairstyle, Yook Sung-jae drew bursts of laughter by replying, "I can rock a queue and even ride an electric unicycle."

Park Minyoung also caught attention by saying, "I'll do whatever I'm told to do, too. I do my own stunts, swimming, and horseback riding. I'm an actor who doesn't hold back physically," adding, "I want to become a trusted actor viewers can always count on."

Meanwhile, at the end of the broadcast, a preview showed actors Heo Sung-tae, Kwak Sun-young, and Lee Min-ki appearing for the auditions, raising anticipation for the next episode.

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Park Minyoung revealed why she became known as the "daughter of Amazon."

On the November 5 broadcast of SBS's "The Great Hang-jun," actors Park Minyoung and Yook Sung-jae appeared for an audition.

On this day, Song Eun-i said of rom-com queen Park Minyoung, "The view counts on her kiss scene compilations are tremendous." Jang Hang-jun then drew laughter by remarking, "At that level, isn't she a kisser, a kissist? She seems like someone who has reached a certain level of mastery."

Next, they asked Park Minyoung how much she feels her global popularity. Park Minyoung drew attention by sharing, "In my case, my recognition grew as I continued doing dramas. So no matter which country I go to, it's to the point where I have to hide a bit. I start feeling it right from checking in at the hotel."

Hearing this, Yook Sung-jae noted about Park Minyoung, "They call her the daughter of Amazon," to which Jang Hang-jun drew bursts of laughter by playfully framing her, saying, "Maybe that's why she really hates Netflix."

Park Minyoung then explained how she earned the nickname, saying, "Amazon happened to purchase the rights to 'Marry My Husband' and released it globally, and it ranked second worldwide in total for the year."

She further surprised everyone by adding, "The head of Asia is Indian American, and when we had a meeting together, the conversation flowed so well. Since then, they have invested in seven consecutive projects up to now."

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Park Minyoung shared the reason why she rarely appears in films.

On the November 5 broadcast of SBS's "The Great Hang-jun," actors Park Minyoung and Yook Sung-jae appeared for an audition.

During the broadcast, Jang Hang-jun asked the two actors why, noting, "You've done many dramas, but it seems you haven't done that many films. What is the reason for that?"

To this, Yook Sung-jae said, "I have never done a movie, but I was surprised to hear that actor Park Minyoung hasn't done many either."

Park Minyoung then drew attention by explaining, "Doing a horror film back when I was a rookie is all I've done. But I felt hesitant to participate simply for the sake of adding a movie to my filmography. Also, there weren't many female-led films in the past."

Hearing this, Jang Hang-jun commented, "People also talk about the difference in pay," to which Park Minyoung replied, "With the rising status of K-dramas, there certainly is a bit of a difference between films and dramas."

Yook Sung-jae then asked, "Normally, when you shoot a 12-episode drama, you get paid for 12 episodes. Don't films pay around that much?" When told that is usually not the case, Yook Sung-jae joked, "Ah, I didn't know that. I think I came to the wrong place," drawing laughter.

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Creator FREEZIA (real name Song Zia), who rose to fame on the entertainment show "Single's Inferno," has denied rumors regarding her private life and announced plans for legal action.

On November 5, FREEZIA's agency, Kinda Entertainment, stated, "After checking the content regarding our affiliated creator FREEZIA that is currently being indiscriminately circulated online, the claims are completely untrue. They are entirely groundless."

The agency continued, "The dissemination of unverified false information and the malicious reprocessing of rumors are clear unlawful acts that seriously defame and infringe upon our artist's personality and reputation," adding, "To protect our artist, we are continuously monitoring online communities, social media, and other platforms. We will pursue strong legal action, including filing criminal complaints and charges, against those who spread unverified falsehoods or write and distribute malicious posts and comments, without any leniency or settlements."

Dating rumors surrounding FREEZIA recently surfaced through mobile messaging apps and online communities. As the allegations spread, her agency issued an official statement indicating a firm response.

FREEZIA drew significant attention after appearing in Season 1 of the Netflix entertainment show "Single's Inferno," which was released in 2021. She currently runs the YouTube channel "THE FREEZIA," which has approximately 790,000 subscribers.

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Group UNCHILD poses during a photo session at the media showcase celebrating the release of their second single "TiNG TiNG," held on the afternoon of November 5 at NOL Theater Hapjeong in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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Group UNCHILD performs on stage at the media showcase commemorating the release of their second single "TiNG TiNG," held at NOL Theater Hapjeong in Mapo-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of November 5.

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Actor Kim Hye-soo expressed her gratitude to those who mourned the late Choi Bul-am following the conclusion of his funeral.

On November 4, Kim Hye-soo posted a memorial portrait of Choi Bul-am on her social media, writing, "To everyone who saw Choi Bul-am off on his final journey and to all those who mourned him, I sincerely thank you."

The late Choi Bul-am passed away on October 29 at the age of 87 while receiving inpatient treatment at a hospital in Gangseo-gu, Seoul. Upon hearing the sad news, Kim Hye-soo rushed to the funeral hall and remained by his wake throughout all four days.

The relationship between the deceased and Kim Hye-soo began in the 1987 KBS drama "Samogok". In this project, Kim Hye-soo worked alongside the late Choi Bul-am's wife, actor Kim Min-ja, portraying a mother and daughter. Kim Min-ja looked after Kim Hye-soo, who was a teenage rookie actor at the time, and Kim Hye-soo followed Kim Min-ja like a mother. Since then, Kim Hye-soo is known to have maintained a family-like bond with the couple, Kim Min-ja and Choi Bul-am.

In January 2021, Kim Hye-soo appeared on the 10th anniversary special broadcast of "Korean Cuisine and Dining", hosted by Choi Bul-am, where she showed deep trust and affection by sharing that Choi Bul-am and Kim Min-ja were like a father and mother to her.

The late Choi Bul-am was laid to rest on November 2, seen off by family and colleagues. His burial site is Donghwa Gyeongmo Park in Paju, Gyeonggi Province.

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The film "Possible Love" has been honored as the best film of 2026 by domestic film critics.

Jointly hosted by the Korean Association of Film Critics (led by President Seo Gok-sook) and the Korean Film Archive (led by Director Mo Eun-young), the 46th Korean Association of Film Critics Awards ceremony took place on November 4 at 6:00 PM at Cinematheque KOFA Theater 1 in Mapo-gu, Seoul, hosted by actors Jo Han-chul and Jang Sun.

The Best Picture award went to Pinehouse Film, the production company behind "Possible Love" (directed by Lee Chang-dong). Pinehouse Film CEO Lee Joon-dong shared his thoughts, saying, "Before filming, I wondered whether Korean cinema's stamina had weakened, but once shooting began, it was completely different. The staff and actors even said they wished we could film for a few more days. I think that energy carried over into the reception of the film."

Achievements in animation and documentary filmmaking were also celebrated. Director Kim Bo-sol, who won both Best New Director and the Independent Film Support Award in the Narrative Feature Category for the animation "The Square," said, "I thought that if I made a film I loved, at least people like me would appreciate it. I consider this award a message of support and encouragement for my tastes and the way I look at the world."

Director Park Bong-nam of "1980 Sabuk," which was selected for the Critics' Top 10, received the Independent Film Support Award in the Documentary Category. He remarked, "I worked with the mindset of excavating a piece of truth about the incident from a pitch-black mine shaft to share it with the world. I am grateful to the Sabuk miners and their families who remained as witnesses. I will cherish today as an opportunity to reflect on how to live out the rest of my time as a documentary filmmaker."

Best Actress winner Jeon Do-yeon ("Possible Love") looked back on the time she has spent protecting herself as an actor. She said, "Whether I received an award, received love from the audience, or did not, I have always returned with a new project and a new character. In my own heart, the Best Actress was always me. I have made it this far by cheering for myself and protecting myself. Moving forward, I will continue to walk my own path well."

"HOPE" took home three trophies: Best Director (Na Hong-jin), Best Actor (Zo In-sung), and Best Cinematography (Hong Kyung-pyo). Zo In-sung, who received the Best Actor award, expressed his gratitude to Director Na Hong-jin for bringing out a new side of him and dedicated the honor to the audience who completed the film.

For Seo Su-bin ("The World of Love"), who won Best New Actress, the ceremony venue held special meaning. She said, "Two years ago, while preparing for the film, when I was struggling and lost, I broke down crying on the second floor of the Korean Film Archive while reading the script, saying I couldn't do it. I didn't have the courage to say I was quitting, so I was able to see it through to the end, and receiving such a big award in this very spot two years later brings a flood of emotions. I want to thank Director Yoon Ga-eun, who scolded me with affection both then and now."

Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Go Eun-ah made her debut in 1965 with "A Rain of Orchids" and appeared in films such as "The Seashore Village," winning Best Actress at the Grand Bell Awards for "The Daughter-in-Law" and "The Widow." She also participated in the management of Hapdong Film and Seoul Cinema, helping lay the groundwork for the production, distribution, and screening of Korean cinema. On this day, attendees, including junior filmmakers, rose to their feet to listen to her remarks and applauded. Go Eun-ah said, "Listening to the acceptance speeches, 61 years flashed back and forth in my mind. I was reminded of my thoughts during my debut project and of my colleagues. I am looking toward the west where the sun sets, not the east where the sun rises. Thank you for allowing me to hold a precious trophy rather than empty hands."

Best Supporting Actor winner Oh Jung-se ("Wild Sing"), who was unable to attend due to filming schedules, delivered his thoughts via a video pre-recorded outside the venue. The audience responded warmly while the witty acceptance clip played.

In the newly established OTT Series Awards, Best Actor and Best Actress went to Hyun Bin ("Made in Korea") and Shin Hae Sun ("The Art of Sarah"), respectively, while Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress were awarded to Roh Jae-won ("Made in Korea") and Jang Young-nam ("The East Palace").

Taking the stage, Jang Young-nam was brought to tears during her speech. "There hasn't been a moment while acting where I felt satisfied. I wanted to do well, but when things didn't go as planned, I pushed myself hard and felt discouraged," she said. "Looking back at the path I've walked and ahead to the path I will walk, I think this award today will be a great gift to me."

■ Award Winners by Category

- Best Picture: "Possible Love" (Pinehouse Film)

- Lifetime Achievement Award: Actor Go Eun-ah

- Best Director: Director Na Hong-jin ("HOPE")

- Best Actress: Actor Jeon Do-yeon ("Possible Love")

- Best Actor: Actor Zo In-sung ("HOPE")

- Best Supporting Actress: Actor Ye Soo-jung ("People and Meat")

- Best Supporting Actor: Actor Oh Jung-se ("Wild Sing")

- Best Screenplay: Director Byun Sung-hyun, Writer Lee Jin-sung ("Good News")

- Best Cinematography: Cinematographer Hong Kyung-pyo ("HOPE")

- Technical Award (Sound): Sound Director Kim Young-ho ("Salmokji: Whispering Water")

- Best Music: Music Director Lee Min-hwi ("Pavane")

- Independent Film Support Award: Documentary Category: Director Park Bong-nam ("1980 Sabuk") / Narrative Feature Category: Director Kim Bo-sol ("The Square")

- Best Acting Ensemble: "People and Meat"

- Best New Director: Director Kim Bo-sol ("The Square")

- Best New Actress: Actor Seo Su-bin ("The World of Love")

- Best New Actor: Actor PARK JIHOON ("The King's Warden")

- Critics' Achievement Award: Film Critic Kim Doo-ho (15th President of the Korean Association of Film Critics)

- OTT Series Best Actress: Actor Shin Hae Sun ("The Art of Sarah")

- OTT Series Best Actor: Actor Hyun Bin ("Made in Korea")

- OTT Series Best Supporting Actress: Actor Jang Young-nam ("The East Palace")

- OTT Series Best Supporting Actor: Actor Roh Jae-won ("Made in Korea")

- Best New Critic Award: Lee Jun-hyuk, Lim Tae-gyu (Excellence Award)

- International Film Award: "Two Prosecutors" (Distributor: M&M International)

- FIPRESCI Korea Award: Domestic Category: Director Yang Jong-hyun ("People and Meat") / International Category: Director Lee Sang-il ("Kokuho")

■ Critics' Top 10 Films (In Korean Alphabetical Order)

"Possible Love" (Lee Chang-dong)

"Good News" (Byun Sung-hyun)

"People and Meat" (Yang Jong-hyun)

"Salmokji: Whispering Water" (Lee Sang-min)

"The World of Love" (Yoon Ga-eun)

"The Assassin(s)" (Hur Jin-ho)

"The King's Warden" (Jang Hang-jun)

"1980 Sabuk" (Park Bong-nam)

"Pavane" (Lee Jong-pil)

"HOPE" (Na Hong-jin) 

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