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"Nine to Six," starring actors Park Minyoung, Yook Sung-jae, and Go Soo, has confirmed its premiere for November 25, marking an impressive start.

SBS's new Wednesday-Thursday drama "Nine to Six" (written by Choi Ji-woo, directed by Lee Hyung-min and Oh Song-hee) is an on-and-off work-life balance romance about a 100% logical woman and a 100% warm-hearted man who meet and find new answers to work and love.

At the script reading, which was unveiled alongside the confirmation of its premiere date on Wednesday, November 25, key cast members including Park Minyoung (as Kang Lee-ji), Yook Sung-jae (as Han Sun-woo), Go Soo (as Park Hyun-tae), and Joo Hyun-young (as Shin Ji-won) gathered together and showed off perfect chemistry.

"Office romance queen" Park Minyoung took on the role of Kang Lee-ji, a 100% logical workaholic, bringing the character vividly to life with her articulate tone and resolute acting. By delicately portraying the multi-dimensional aspects of a person who is flawless at work but clumsy in love, she heralded the birth of another defining character.

Yook Sung-jae completely transformed into Han Sun-woo, a 100% warm and affectionate younger man, radiating his signature bright and warm charm. Enhancing the character's appeal through delicate emotional nuances and natural delivery of dialogue, Yook Sung-jae captivated attention by radiating an extraordinary flutter-inducing chemistry in his teamwork with Park Minyoung.

The presence of Go Soo, returning to the romance genre after 15 years, also shone brightly. Go Soo seamlessly blended into the role of Park Hyun-tae, a top-tier elite division head who evaluates employees solely on merit, exuding an effortless charisma. Joo Hyun-young also breathed vitality into the drama with her characteristically realistic acting as Shin Ji-won, Kang Lee-ji's best friend and dating counselor.

In addition, a stellar supporting cast including Kim Mi-kyung, Jung Hae-kyun, Jo Bok-rae, Cha Chung-hwa, and Bae Yoo-ram joined in, demonstrating great acting synergy from the very first script reading by showcasing everything from realistic mother-daughter banter to hateful office villains.

SBS's new Wednesday-Thursday drama "Nine to Six," where the cast's delightful chemistry will unfold, premieres on Wednesday, November 25 at 9:00 PM.

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Actor Eum Moon-suk (44) is tying the knot with his model partner.

His agency, Ghost Studio, announced on October 21, "Eum Moon-suk is scheduled to marry his girlfriend next January." The bride-to-be is known to be working as a model.

Born in 1982, Eum Moon-suk first entered the entertainment industry in 2005 as the singer SIC. Later, as a dancer, he earned widespread recognition for his unrivaled performance skills after finishing as the runner-up on Mnet's 2013 dance survival show "Dancing 9."

After transitioning to acting, Eum Moon-suk was widely loved for his humorous comedic performance playing the bob-haired gangster Jang Ryong in the 2019 SBS drama "The Fiery Priest." Since then, he has established himself as a dynamic scene-stealer across numerous titles, including the dramas "Backstreet Rookie," "Hello, Me!," and "Arthdal Chronicles: The Sword of Aramun," as well as the 10-million-ticket box-office smash "The Roundup" and the hit comedy "6/45." Notably, following his appearances in Disney+'s "The Manipulated" and SBS's "Taxi Driver 3" last year, he recently delivered an impressive performance as Yang-bae in director Na Hong-jin's film "HOPE."

Meanwhile, Eum Moon-suk plans to continue his vigorous activities as an actor following his marriage.

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Actor Lee Young-ae put rumors regarding Kim Hye-ja's health to rest with a single photo.

On October 20, Lee posted a photo on social media showing her smiling while seated side by side with Kim. The picture was taken at the recent VIP premiere of the film "Still Shining."

After watching the movie, Lee wrote, "It was so piercingly painful. But I pray that it shines still brilliantly, forever radiantly. I highly recommend it this autumn. Thank you for making such a heartwarming film."

In the released photo, Kim warmed viewers' hearts with her signature bright smile. Above all, she appeared healthy enough to brush aside the recent rumors surrounding her well-being.

On October 6, Kim appeared on the red carpet at the 31st Busan International Film Festival while being supported and was seen coughing. Furthermore, health concerns were raised after it was announced that she would not attend the press preview for "Still Shining" on October 15 due to condition issues.

"Still Shining" tells the story of Soon-ok, who reunites after 60 years with her best friend with whom she shared the most radiant moments of her life. Drawing keen interest as Kim's return to the big screen after nine years, the film was released in theaters nationwide today, October 21.

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Singer Lee Eun-sang, a former member of the groups X1 and YOUNITE, releases his first EP "Garden of Dreams" on October 21 at 6 p.m.

His agency explained that the album captures the various emotions and experiences Lee encountered on his journey toward his dreams, told through his own perspective. It portrays the process of searching for dreams, love, and his own path in a natural and warm atmosphere.

The album features four tracks, including the title track "Garden of Dreams." Lee participated in writing and composing all of the songs.

Music video teasers released ahead of the launch captured scenes reminiscent of a garden of dreams. The release schedule for the full music video has not yet been disclosed.

On October 19, Lee held an offline promotional event in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, handing out flowers directly to citizens. The event brought the album's core keywords, 'garden' and 'flowers,' into a real-world space.

"Garden of Dreams" will be released on various online streaming platforms on October 21 at 6 p.m.

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Kim Yoo-jung and JINYOUNG, the two leads of "100 Days of Deception," have showcased their unmatched aura in a new couple pictorial.

On October 21, fashion magazine Elle released a couple pictorial and interview featuring actors Kim Yoo-jung and JINYOUNG, who are starring together in the tvN drama "100 Days of Deception." In the photos, the two captured the classic romance and delicate emotions of the 1930s, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a painted portrait.

In the accompanying interview, Kim Yoo-jung, who plays Ga-kyung, Gyeongseong's top pickpocket turned spy, and JINYOUNG, who portrays Tae-woong, an elite interpreter at the Japanese Government-General of Korea, expressed their extraordinary trust in each other.

When asked how they felt upon learning they would be co-stars, Kim Yoo-jung shared, "I was truly so happy. In addition to really enjoying JINYOUNG's previous works, I felt he was a perfect fit for the Tae-woong I had imagined."

JINYOUNG also expressed his trust, saying, "When I received the script, Yoo-jung had already been cast as Ga-kyung, which played a very big role in my decision to choose this project. I thought that with Yoo-jung, I might be able to bring out and show sides of myself I didn't even know, and that turned out to be true."

Praise for their first impressions of each other and their acting chemistry followed. JINYOUNG said, "Yoo-jung is a multifaceted person. She is always full of vitality and is incredibly flexible as an actor." Kim Yoo-jung responded, "My first impression of actor JINYOUNG was 'warm.' He is a very clear person. Whether conveying an emotion, an atmosphere, or words, his feelings reach me clearly and distinctly."

They also shared their reflections on playing youth living through the 1930s. Kim Yoo-jung recalled, "First of all, I felt a deep sense of gratitude. And what I newly realized was that the struggles held by the youth back then were not very different from those of today. The cast and the production crew all filmed with one heart, bringing our sincerity together." JINYOUNG expressed his thoughts, saying, "Young people contemplating how to live and what kind of person to become. Even in a different era, it was filled with love and camaraderie—ultimately, I felt it was a story about human lives. Thinking about how those characters must have felt, experiencing that fully, and conveying it was our job."

The pictorial and interview showcasing Kim Yoo-jung and JINYOUNG's striking visuals can be found in the November issue of Elle and on its official website.

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Director Maggie Kang, who achieved worldwide acclaim with the Netflix animated film "KPop Demon Hunters", has expressed her ambition to take on live-action films.

Director Maggie Kang recently participated as a speaker at the CNN global leadership forum "Global Perspectives: In Bangkok," held in Bangkok, Thailand. Following that, she shared her pride in Korean culture, her creative driving force, and her future plans through fashion magazine Marie Claire Korea's "Wonderous Women" project.

"Good fortune is important, but it is also important to create an environment where you can encounter that luck yourself," Director Maggie Kang emphasized. "I believe that when you work hard to put yourself in a position where opportunities can find you, luck will follow".

She also spoke about the sense of responsibility she feels as a female director of Korean descent. "Because opportunities don't come around often. When one arrives, I try not to let it slip away. I want to show the world that we can tell these kinds of stories too," Director Maggie Kang said, expressing her desire to unfold diverse stories through the opportunities that come her way.

Furthermore, she revealed her desire for change and new challenges. "I want to challenge myself with live-action films as well," Director Maggie Kang said, adding, "I would also like to tackle stories with a slightly darker tone, different from what I have done so far".

"KPop Demon Hunters," released by Director Maggie Kang in 2025, surpassed 500 million cumulative views (as of March 2026), becoming the most-watched film in Netflix history. Maggie Kang is currently preparing a sequel alongside Director Chris Appelhans, who co-directed the first film. The currently known target production timeline is 2029.

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A2O LITE, dubbed "Lee Soo-man's girl group," has claimed the top spot on a music show just one week after their debut.

A2O LITE (Young, Oa, Ayune, Aijing, Himeki, Rada, Xili, Vora, Merci) took first place with their debut digital single "NEON" on the broadcast of SBS Life's "The Show" on October 20. The achievement came just seven days after releasing "NEON" and officially debuting on October 13. It is particularly noteworthy that they reached No. 1 purely through digital chart performance with a digital single, without any physical album sales.

On this day, A2O LITE delivered their main stage performance followed by a first-place encore stage. While expressing their joy, the members showcased an unwavering live encore performance, astonishing viewers with a level of skill rarely seen from a group whose members have an average age of 14.9 years.

"NEON" has held the No. 1 spot on the Melon TOP 100 chart for six consecutive days starting October 15. After climbing to No. 1 on the Melon TOP 100 at 11:00 p.m. on October 14, just 29 hours after its release, the song also claimed the top spot on the Spotify Korea chart and the YouTube Music music video chart. It further reached No. 4 on Apple Music's "Today's Top 100: Global" chart, and the group announced that it ranked No. 1 on Apple Music's Top Singles charts in six regions as well as China's QQ Music charts for New Songs, Popular Songs, and Music Videos.

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Netflix is producing a K-pop audition program.

Netflix has confirmed the production of "We Go High," a K-pop audition project where students from South Korea's elite arts high schools will compete, putting their school's honor and earnest dreams on the line, and began recruiting contestants today, October 21.

"We Go High" is Netflix's K-pop girl group audition project set in arts high schools where students major in their dreams. True to its title, it is expected to capture the pure passion of arts high school students who harbor dreams of running toward a higher and wider world.

The show will present the journey of highly skilled students representing South Korea's arts high schools as they meet ideal rivals and create even greater synergy through "We Go High."

Anyone currently enrolled as a first- or second-year student at a high school with arts- or broadcasting-related departments, as well as prospective students entering in the 2027 academic year, is eligible to apply for "We Go High." Detailed information can be found on Netflix Korea's official social media channels.

Production and directing will be helmed by producers Park Jin-kyung and Lee Jae-seok of monsterahaus. Attention is focused on the new audition project brought together by the two creators, who have demonstrated their directing skills across variety shows with distinctive concepts.

In addition, Netflix and SM C&C have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for mutual cooperation to support the growth and activities of the group formed through "We Go High" even beyond their debut. Following the conclusion of the program, the two companies plan to collaborate to support the debut group's training and overall activities based on their respective roles, joining forces so they can showcase their capabilities on the global stage.

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Singer Kang Daniel, who is currently serving in the military, is releasing a new single, "Blue," which was worked on prior to his enlistment.

On October 21, an official from Kang Daniel's agency ARA stated, "The new single 'Blue,' which was prepared in advance with the goal of being released after his enlistment, will be released at 6 PM on October 21," adding, "It will be another welcome gift for fans who have been waiting for Kang Daniel's music."

According to the agency, this song is an unreleased track that Kang Daniel worked on in advance last year before his enlistment, and it is being unveiled after about a year.

"Blue" is an R&B track capturing the subtle attraction between two people who vaguely sense each other's feelings yet cannot easily come to a conclusion. Kang Daniel directly took part in writing the lyrics and composing the song, while BIBLEIN and JUNBEOM handled the composition and arrangement. Along with the release of the single, an illustration-based lyric video will also be unveiled.

Having enlisted on February 9, Kang Daniel is currently serving as a corporal at the Army Training Center and is scheduled to be discharged on August 8 next year.

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A rapper in his 40s who appeared on Mnet's "Show Me the Money," referred to as Mr. A, has been sent to trial on charges of purchasing and smoking marijuana.

The Suwon District Public Prosecutors Office announced on October 20 that it indicted Mr. A without detention on October 16 on charges of violating the Narcotics Control Act. Mr. A is accused of smoking marijuana multiple times in November of last year and August of this year. The prosecution believes that Mr. A purchased marijuana from a dealer in his 30s, Mr. B, in November of last year, and from another dealer in August of this year.

According to KBS, police searched the residence of the well-known rapper Mr. A in August, and during this process, marijuana and substances suspected to be liquid marijuana were found at his home. It was also reported that he tested positive for marijuana in a preliminary drug test.

The investigation began with the dealer, Mr. B. While investigating Mr. B, the joint government investigation team for drug crimes at the Suwon District Prosecutors' Office (now the Suwon District Public Prosecutors Office) confirmed that two individuals, including Mr. A, had purchased and used marijuana products, and arrested Mr. A in August, KBS reported.

Mr. B is accused of cultivating marijuana and manufacturing cannabis gummies at his home from August 2024 to June of this year. Mr. B reportedly made 8 million won in profit by selling approximately 105 grams of marijuana and 50 cannabis gummies, and Mr. A reportedly purchased marijuana and cannabis gummies from Mr. B at a club in Hongdae in November of last year. Mr. B was indicted under detention in July on charges of cultivating marijuana and manufacturing cannabis gummies at his residence.

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"Along with the Gods," the monumental box-office sensation that made Korean cinematic history by scoring back-to-back 10-million-viewer hits, has officially announced the production of its third installment. The news comes a full eight years after the release of the second film, "Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days."

Production company Dexter Studios announced on October 20, "Director Kim Yong-hwa has confirmed 'Along with the Gods: Life and Death' as his next project and has begun full-scale preparations with the goal of starting production in the second half of 2027."

Based on author Joo Ho-min's webtoon of the same name, "Along with the Gods" is a blockbuster franchise whose first installment, "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" (2017), drew 14.41 million viewers, while its sequel, "Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days" (2018), brought in 12.28 million viewers. In a Korean film market where cinematic sequels had historically struggled, the franchise achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first ever to surpass 10 million admissions consecutively.

Following the success of the second film, director Kim Yong-hwa and co-producer CEO Won Dong-yeon noted, "If a sequel is made, it will likely take the form of producing Parts 3 and 4 simultaneously," though specific production news did not materialize at the time. Since then, director Kim focused on expanding Dexter Studios, the company he established, while keeping busy producing "Ashfall" and "Project Silence" as well as directing "The Moon." Now, as if the timing is finally right, the production of Part 3 has been made official after roughly eight years.

The announcement of a third "Along with the Gods" film offers a welcome boost of energy to the movie industry, as it marks the launch of a rare large-scale blockbuster project amid downsized production budgets in the post-pandemic era.

"Along with the Gods: Life and Death" will unfold in "Gucheon" (Nine Heavens), a realm where souls linger when unable to move on to the afterlife due to attachments they could not let go of even in death. Following "The Two Worlds," which depicted seven underworld trials judging the sins of the deceased, and "The Last 49 Days," which unraveled the thousand-year-old connections among the three grim reapers, the new chapter will chronicle the journey of the protagonist, Sol, who is caught between life and death as she crosses nine worlds in search of a song she was never able to sing.

An industry insider teased, "While this new story unfolds against the backdrop of Gucheon, the three grim reapers—Gang-rim, Haewonmaek, and Deok-choon—are expected to remain central to the narrative."

Casting for the upcoming film has not yet been finalized. However, Ha Jung-woo and Ju Ji-hoon, who anchored the franchise, are reported to have verbally agreed to return. With the primary stars of "Along with the Gods" currently ranking among the busiest actors in the film industry, aligning schedules will likely be the key factor.

"Along with the Gods: Life and Death" has commenced pre-production with the goal of beginning filming in the second half of 2027.

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Kang Shin-il revealed why he held on to filming despite his liver cancer diagnosis.

On the October 20 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny" (hereafter "You're my destiny"), actor Kang Shin-il drew attention by appearing alongside his beautiful wife, Oh Su-mi.

On this day, Kang Shin-il, an actor in his 47th year in the industry, shared that he started theater in 1980. He drew attention by saying, "When I began theater in earnest, I sought out a theater troupe called 'Yeonwoo Stage.' There, I acted in 'Chilsu and Mansu' with actor Moon Sung-keun, and that year it was voted the number one play by audiences and drew the largest theater audience in South Korea."

Kang Shin-il, who had won honors such as the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Dong-A Theatre Awards, was also a founding member of the theater troupe "Hakchon" alongside Kim Min-gi. Regarding Kang Shin-il, Song Kang-ho once said, "Senior Kang Shin-il is my eternal spiritual pillar who guided me onto the path of acting," and Sul Kyung-gu previously noted, "He is the starting point of my life and acting."

On this day, after enjoying CrossFit with his wife while exchanging shouts of "I love you," Kang Shin-il welcomed three of his theater juniors: Jung Suk-yong, Choi Deok-moon, and Park Won-sang.

Upon their arrival, Kang Shin-il aroused curiosity by saying, "There were so many matters to decide during our board meeting that we couldn't talk about it."

Regarding this, Kang Shin-il mentioned the late director Lee Sang-woo, whom he first met at the theater troupe "Yeonwoo Stage," explaining, "The environment for theater wasn't good, so he asked why an award that comforts and praises young theater artists should be eliminated, suggesting we create such an award. However, he passed away before that could be realized. Honoring his wishes, we established a non-profit organization called the theater troupe Yasaeng Yeongeuk. Actors such as Song Kang-ho and Moon Sori are also participating." Furthermore, Kang Shin-il served as the board chairman of the organization, while the other three actors served as board members.

On this day, Oh Su-mi expressed regret over her husband being an actor known for detective roles. In response, Park Won-sang asked, "If a passionate melodrama with high-intensity scenes came your way, how would you feel about it, Senior?"

Oh Su-mi then joked, "Unconditionally okay, as long as it pays well." She added, "To be honest, it's regrettable and brings me to tears that his roles have been so limited."

On this day, Kang Shin-il mentioned juniors he had formed ties with at the theater troupe Hakchon. Oh Su-mi shared that actor Sul Kyung-gu was very fond of her husband, recalling the time her husband entered the film industry to make a living for the family: "When he was filming the movie 'Public Enemy,' Sul Kyung-gu called me. He said, 'Hyung always said he would only do theater, but now he says he's making a movie to earn money.'"

Oh Su-mi continued, expressing her gratitude: "At that time, when my husband entered the film industry, he had neither an agency nor a manager. But Kyung-gu stepped up to act as his manager. That was a huge comfort to me."

In fact, starting with the movie "Public Enemy" and continuing through the filming of several subsequent movies, Sul Kyung-gu volunteered to be Kang Shin-il's manager and offered his help.

Then, at age 47, Kang Shin-il was diagnosed with liver cancer. However, he revealed that he even postponed his CT scan, saying he had to go perform in a play.

In particular, he surprised everyone by revealing that he only underwent surgery after completing all the theater performances he was doing at the time, and that he began filming a movie just two weeks after the surgery. Explaining that he wore an abdominal binder while filming, Kang Shin-il drew attention by saying, "The biggest reason was a sense of responsibility. The accumulated debt after marriage and the burden of living in the negative were heavy. That's why I worked tirelessly for five to six years."

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Yu Jae-seok brought up his cherished close brother, Lee Kwang-soo.

On the October 20 broadcast of SBS's "Whenever Possible", actors Chae Soo-bin and Shin Seungho appeared as "Gap Friends."

On this day's broadcast, Yu Jae-seok opened the show by repeatedly apologizing for having canceled a previous filming. His apologies went to the Gap Friends and Yoo Yeonseok, and extended to the production staff as well as the Gap Masters.

However, regardless of those apologetic feelings, the Gap Mission ended in failure, leaving behind regret.

After heading to a restaurant recommended by a Gap Master, the four enjoyed a meal together. Yu Jae-seok asked Chae Soo-bin what she does when she has free time.

To this, Chae Soo-bin said, "I spend time seeing my niece or nephew," adding, "I think I see them about two or three times a week. Singing and dancing, they are so adorable. And I had no idea I would adore them this much."

On their way to meet the next Gap Friend, Yu Jae-seok showed off his "Old Kk-kk" aesthetic. He drew laughter by saying, "Just give it five years, and the Young Kk-kks will be the exact same."

Yu Jae-seok continued, "At some point, becoming a middle-aged man actually feels great." Shin Seungho then asked in what ways it was good. Yu Jae-seok replied, "It's nice. What's there to dislike? It's comfortable and good."

Hearing this, Shin Seungho said, "I'm curious about my 40s, too." Yu Jae-seok said, "Don't be afraid," drawing laughter by looking forward to the Young Kk-kks entering their Old Kk-kk era.

Following the meal, the four sat down for tea time. Yu Jae-seok suddenly brought up an update about his cherished close brother, sparking laughter by asking, "These days, even getting a single meal costs over 10,000 won or 12,000 won. But Kwang-soo charges 5,000 won for Bubble? Does that make any sense?"

Shin Seungho chimed in, "I use Bubble too. I logged in to communicate with my fans, but notifications for Kwang-soo hyung kept popping up. Even when I check 'Do not show again,' they keep appearing," catching attention by confessing his frustration with constantly and unintentionally running into Lee Kwang-soo's updates.

On this day, the four also failed their second Gap Mission, expressing their disappointment. The four even avoided eye contact with the Gap Master, denying reality.

Meanwhile, toward the end of the broadcast, a preview showed actors Seo Hyun-jin and Lee Chun-hee appearing as the next Gap Friends, raising anticipation for the upcoming episode.

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Kang Shin-il's wife, Oh Su-mi, shared her first impressions of her husband.

On the October 20 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny" (hereafter "You're my destiny"), actor Kang Shin-il drew attention as he appeared alongside his beautiful wife, Oh Su-mi.

On the broadcast, Kang Shin-il's wife Oh Su-mi recalled that time, saying, "Our first meeting was not fun. With his bushy beard and bobbed hair, I thought he was really not my type. From head to toe, there was not a single thing I liked."

In response, Kang Shin-il spoke candidly about their first meeting: "I felt it was such great happiness just facing someone so pretty. From our first meeting, I thought to myself that it would be wonderful to live with that person."

Oh Su-mi remembered that time, saying, "I felt he would be hurt if he was rejected by me. I worried that if he got dumped by me, he wouldn't be able to muster up the courage when meeting someone next time, so I decided to get dumped myself." She added, "For three hours, I deliberately acted foolish, wondering how I could make him dislike me. Even then, he was a man of few words, and I thought, 'He's not my type, and I will never see him again.'"

However, Oh Su-mi's strategy ended up having the opposite effect and came across as charming. In response, Kang Shin-il drew attention by saying, "I felt that she had what I didn't. After that, I held on to her endlessly, and eventually we even got married."

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Kang Shin-il revealed why he decided to appear on the show.

On the October 20 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny" (hereinafter referred to as "You're my destiny"), Kang Shin-il, often called "an actor of actors", joined the program with his wife as a new "destiny couple."

During the episode, Seo Jang-hoon expressed a sense of closeness upon Kang Shin-il's entrance, saying, "His voice and class are on another level," noting how Kang is a fixture in detective projects who frequently appears as a mentor or senior detective across various works.

Kang Shin-il responded candidly, "This is my first time on a variety show. I'm not good with words, so at first, I said I couldn't do it."

He continued, "However, my wife said people around her scolded her a lot, saying, 'Why wouldn't you coax your husband and go on such a great show together?'" adding, "I came on the show thanks to my wife."

However, his daughter drew attention as she was revealed to have worried about the couple appearing on a variety show. Kang Shin-il shared, "My daughter asked, 'Since when were Mom and Dad close?' When I heard that, I thought, 'What does that mean? My wife and I have been close and getting along well from the very beginning,'" sharing the real-life contrast in perspectives between father and daughter and sparking curiosity about what the truth really is.

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Shin Seungho revealed an important schedule he had lined up before departing for an overseas trip.

On the October 20 broadcast of SBS' "Whenever Possible", actors Chae Soo-bin and Shin Seungho appeared as "gap friends."

During the episode, the guests and Yoo Yeonseok honestly shared that they initially thought Yu Jae-seok's past request to cancel filming was a hidden camera prank.

Yoo Yeonseok explained that he almost misunderstood because Yu Jae-seok did not lose his sense of humor even at that moment, saying, "His voice was completely raspy and metallic, but even while he was that sick, he called me 'Yeon-sik-ah.'"

In response, Yu Jae-seok said, "I'm sorry for unintentionally causing concern, and thank you." Yoo Yeonseok then checked Shin Seungho's overseas departure schedule.

When Shin Seungho mentioned that he would be flying to Morocco after filming, Yu Jae-seok felt apologetic and joked, "King Kong has great momentum these days. Kwang-soo's on Bubble, too."

Lee Kwang-soo, who belongs to the same agency as the three of them, had recently been generating buzz every day with his unique interactions on a fan communication platform. Yu Jae-seok also teased Yoo Yeonseok, who had cut his hair short for a new project, asking, "Are you playing an Air Force officer?" which drew laughter.

He then asked Shin Seungho what time his flight was. Hearing that his flight was at 11 p.m., Yu Jae-seok was relieved, saying, "There's still plenty of time left. I thought you were leaving right after we wrapped up."

To this, Shin Seungho revealed his important schedule, saying, "I do have something scheduled in between," and added, "I decided to go get a perm," drawing bursts of laughter.

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Yu Jae-seok apologized.

On the October 20 broadcast of SBS's "Whenever Possible," actors Chae Soo-bin and Shin Seungho appeared as "gap friends."

On this day's broadcast, Yu Jae-seok began by apologizing to the "gap friends" who appeared alongside Yoo Yeonseok.

He repeatedly apologized to the "gap friends," saying, "Oh, I'm sorry, I'm so sorry," and also offered an apology to Yoo Yeonseok, asking, "Yeon-sik, what happened to your hair? Did you cut it because of me?"

In response, Yoo Yeonseok joked, "I was so shocked back then. Hearing that my hyung was sick."

Previously, Yu Jae-seok had canceled a shoot due to poor health on the day of filming. Following this, numerous articles were published with headlines highlighting a filming cancellation for the first time in 36 years, raising concern among many people.

To those affected by the cancellation who had arrived at the filming site that day only to turn back, Yu Jae-seok apologized continuously, saying, "I am so sorry, and although we will also meet the clients today, I am so truly sorry."

He then recalled that time, saying, "I was indeed sick, but the articles made it sound like I had collapsed for the first time in 36 years, so people thought I had come down with some serious illness. In reality, it was a cold. My throat was so swollen, and I thought, what if it was COVID-19? So out of concern, I canceled the shoot, but after going to the hospital, the swelling went down right away. So I immediately called to ask if we could possibly tape even now, but everyone had already parted ways."

He then did not forget to express his gratitude to everyone who worried about him, signaling a full-fledged apology broadcast.

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Singer LEE HYORI revealed activity plans for the group Fin. K.L, who are reuniting after 21 years.

On October 20, LEE HYORI appeared as "Intermittent Hyori" on MBC Radio's "A Perfect Day with Lee Sang-soon," hosted by her husband Lee Sang-soon. When Lee Sang-soon mentioned he heard Fin. K.L had been busy gathering recently, LEE HYORI shared her recent updates, saying, "We're working hard practicing something. Doing yoga classes every day while practicing alongside it leaves me no time to rest."

Regarding Fin. K.L's reunion, LEE HYORI expressed, "We had spent time living apart, and we each did a lot of individual music activities. Lee Jin lived in the United States and hasn't been active in the entertainment industry, Sung Yu-ri was raising children, and it has been a long time for me singing and dancing as well." However, she added, "Yet once the four of us gathered, we immediately went right back to being 20 years old. Having gotten married, practiced yoga, and done volunteer work, I thought I had become a mature person, but meeting my old friends proved otherwise. It feels right on the verge of exploding what had been bottled up like a dormant volcano."

Regarding future plans, LEE HYORI said, "I hope we can release new songs and hold concerts. I also want to appear on fun variety shows. My dreams are grand. Out of pride, I still haven't gotten reading glasses. I'm worried I won't be able to see the prompter during the concert."

Fin. K.L's activities are being planned and prepared with god member Kim Tae-woo's agency. LEE HYORI said, "Because we took a long break and the four members' personalities are all different, we are having continuous meetings about where and how to go. We need to satisfy the needs of those who waited for Fin. K.L in the past, and we can't just recycle old things too much, which makes it even harder. But it's not a huge burden; it's fun. I thought I was sick and tired of this kind of thing, but it turns out I'm really enjoying it."

She also shared the other members' reactions. LEE HYORI said, "They tell me to stop acting up so much, saying, 'Unnie, you're going to overload yourself.' I feel like I might burn out quickly at this rate, but my desire to do my best and do well is so big that I'm working hard." To this, Lee Sang-soon also expressed concern, saying, "Because my health wasn't good either, it would be a big problem if Ms. LEE HYORI also collapsed in our house."

Previously, agency Gemstone E&M officially announced that they are preparing for Fin. K.L's full-group activities after approximately 21 years alongside the four members: LEE HYORI, Ock Joo-hyun, Lee Jin, and Sung Yu-ri. This marks Fin. K.L's first official group activities in about 21 years since their 2005 digital single "Forever Fin. K.L."

The agency stated that over roughly two years, centered on music and performances, they plan to meet fans through stages leading up to their 30th debut anniversary, rolling out documentaries, variety shows, exhibitions, official merchandise, brand collaborations, commercials, and fan projects.

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Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the "SBS Gayo Daejeon" has unveiled an even more dazzling concept poster, heralding its largest-ever Christmas music festival.

Unveiled on October 20, the concept poster for the "2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon" was designed with a "diamond" motif, representing enduring value to capture the significance of its 30-year journey. It heightens anticipation by visualizing the brilliant 30-year history of the "SBS Gayo Daejeon," built together with fans since taking its first steps in 1996, as a radiant gemstone.

Marking the meaningful milestone of its 30th anniversary, the "2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon" will take place over two days on Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25, at KINTEX in Ilsan. As it is held across Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for the first time in history, diverse and highly immersive stages on the largest scale ever are being prepared.

At this festival, veteran artists spanning K-pop history and top-tier artists currently leading the global market will gather in full force to deliver timeless, special collaboration stages that can only be seen at the "SBS Gayo Daejeon."

The production team stated, "To repay the unwavering love shown to 'SBS Gayo Daejeon' over the past 30 years, we are preparing stages that are brighter and more diverse than ever before," adding, "The first artist lineup, which fans are eagerly awaiting, will be revealed soon, so please give it a lot of interest and anticipation." 

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Broadcaster Yu Jae-seok touched host Kim Young-chul with a warm congratulatory message celebrating the 10th anniversary of SBS Power FM's "Kim Young-chul's Power FM."

On the October 19 broadcast of SBS Power FM's "Kim Young-chul's Power FM", a surprise congratulatory voice message specially prepared by "Nation's MC" Yu Jae-seok was revealed for Kim Young-chul, who marks the show's 10th broadcast anniversary on Saturday, October 24.

On this day, Yu Jae-seok shared his heartfelt support, saying, "I sincerely congratulate 'Kim Young-chul's Power FM' on its 10th anniversary. Seven in the morning every day is truly not an easy time, and the fact that you have consistently held that spot for 10 years is an example showing our Young-chul's diligence."

Yu Jae-seok continued, "Having watched Young-chul for a long time, the person I know is a friend who is always full of energy, constantly studying, and truly never slacking on self-improvement. It seems he is pleasantly opening up the day for many people every morning with that good energy of his."

He also added that he heard news that "Kim Young-chul's Power FM" has maintained the No. 1 spot in the morning time slot for 10 years, expressing admiration by saying, "This is truly amazing." Furthermore, he said, "I hope you remain a beloved host for a long time, going beyond the 10th anniversary to 20 and 30 years," while also asking the listeners, nicknamed "Chulgaru," for their continued love.

Moved to tears by Yu Jae-seok's unexpected voice message, Kim Young-chul described it as "a message beyond comfort." Calming his emotions, Kim Young-chul remarked, "I almost cried. I need to wipe away my tears. Reaching 10 years brings all sorts of surprises," and also recalled the conversation they shared during his appearance on tvN's "You Quiz on the Block" in January.

Afterward, Kim Young-chul demonstrated his professionalism as a veteran 10-year host by delightfully shifting the emotional atmosphere, including delivering his signature vocal imitation of Yu Jae-seok.

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Actor Kang Ki-young and Kim Ji-woong of the group ZEROBASEONE have been cast as the leads in the film "Siren".

"Siren" is a buddy cop investigative drama about a feud-turned-partnership between a third-generation chaebol police university trainee who commutes in a supercar and a livelihood-driven ace detective who commutes by bicycle—a senior officer determined to kick him out and a trainee with absolutely no intention of leaving. Helmed by Director Oh Ki-hwan, who directed the film "The Art of Seduction" and the ENA drama "The Defects", the film tells the story of two completely different people confronting each other's worlds through a single case.

Kang Ki-young takes on the role of Si-woo, a livelihood-driven ace detective at Gangnam Police Station. A special-hire recruit who only had his sights set on a special promotion, Si-woo finds himself facing disciplinary action after an arrest operation goes awry when Do-yoon, a third-generation chaebol police university student, barges onto the crime scene. Having resolved never to cross paths again, the two reunite the very next day at Gangnam Police Station as mentor and trainee, and Si-woo receives an offer to make Do-yoon give up on becoming a police officer.

Kim Ji-woong plays Do-yoon, the youngest son of the Kangsung Group and a police university student dreaming of becoming a police officer. Do-yoon is someone who decided to become a cop following a past incident and is so passionate about the job that he mobilizes money and personal connections to get things done when obstacles arise. With Do-yoon having no intention of quitting on his own and Si-woo trying everything to drive him away, the two clash over every little thing, but ultimately become partners and embark on an unpredictable investigation together.

Having wrapped up all filming, "Siren" is currently stepping up post-production with the goal of releasing in 2027. 

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Actor Jin Sun-kyu will appear as a guest on SBS's "Maestro Jang" to share the touching behind-the-scenes story of his wife Park Bo-kyoung's award win and an unexpectedly embarrassing moment from her audition days.

In Episode 2 of the SBS cinematic talk variety show "Maestro Jang," airing on Thursday, October 22 at 9:00 PM, actor Jin Sun-kyu will appear and trade witty banter with director Jang Hang-jun.

On this day, Jin Sun-kyu recalls the moment he burst into tears when his wife Park Bo-kyoung was confirmed as a winner at the 5th Blue Dragon Awards. Jin Sun-kyu touches hearts by sharing, "Seeing the person I love win an award made me 1,000 times happier than when I won one myself," adding, "Moments from the past flashed before my eyes, like when my wife was pregnant and told me, 'You keep acting for a while, I will be the mom.'"

Jin Sun-kyu then reveals an unexpected blunder from his past as he mentions his wife Park Bo-kyoung's first audition returning from her childcare hiatus. Jin Sun-kyu shares with embarrassment, "I preemptively offered comfort to my wife by saying, 'I failed auditions more than 200 times too,' but she actually passed the audition on her very first try."

Hearing this, Jang Hang-jun reportedly chided him by saying, "Park Bo-kyoung, who passed on the first try despite a career break, is more amazing than Jin Sun-kyu, who only kept acting," filling the studio with laughter.

In addition, the broadcast will capture delightful moments of Jin Sun-kyu quickly reflecting on how he used to act smug in front of his wife as an award-show senior, even resorting to self-punishment.

"Maestro Jang," featuring the battle of wits between actor Jin Sun-kyu and director Jang Hang-jun, will air on Thursday, October 22 at 9:00 PM. 

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Director Jang Jin, TV personality Park Ji-yoon, comedian Jang Dong-min, actor Kim Jihun, and IVE's AN YUJIN are reuniting for the "Crime Scene" series.

On October 20, Netflix officially confirmed the production of the variety show "Crime Scene Zero Season 2" and announced the casting of the five "deduction veteran" players: Jang Jin, Park Ji-yoon, Jang Dong-min, Kim Jihun, and AN YUJIN.

"Crime Scene Zero" is a role-playing mystery game variety show where players take on the roles of suspects and detectives to uncover the culprit hidden among them. "Crime Scene Zero Season 1," which debuted last season in partnership with Netflix, earned favorable reviews from viewers for capturing the core thrill of the original mystery format.

For "Crime Scene Zero Season 2," the five seasoned stars will join forces once again: Director Jang Jin, who has anchored the identity of the series; "deduction queen" Park Ji-yoon, who boasts a perfect attendance record across every season; Jang Dong-min, renowned for his razor-sharp observational instincts and comedic flair; Kim Jihun, a master of unexpected psychological mind games; and AN YUJIN, returning with even sharper reasoning skills. On top of that, an unimaginable lineup of special guests will join each episode to maximize the role-playing entertainment.

Producer Yoon Hyun-joon, who helms the production, stated, "Whatever anyone might say, I believe these five are the ones who best understand and can bring the universe of 'Crime Scene' to life. I am thrilled that we can all work together again, and please look forward to the incredible guests who will be joining them as well."

Returning with an expanded scale and even more intricate case designs, the Netflix variety show "Crime Scene Zero Season 2" is scheduled to premiere next year.

[Photo: Jang Jin (self), Park Ji-yoon (Studio M2), Jang Dong-min (TN Entertainment), Kim Jihun (Big Picture ENT), AN YUJIN (Starship Entertainment)] 

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SBS's "The Ballad of Us 2" is launching an open recruitment for the "Top 100 Ears" audience judging panel, who will help determine the contestants moving on to the live broadcast rounds.

"The Ballad of Us 2" is once again sparking a "ballad syndrome" after producing notable contestants from Round 1, including Park Ye-seung, who achieved a perfect score of 150 votes for the first time in history, as well as Heo Chae-min, Kim So-yeon, and Lim Ba-da.

The "Top 100 Ears" selected through this recruitment will personally attend the recording of Round 4 on Saturday, November 14, to watch and evaluate the contestants' performances. Anyone can apply regardless of age or gender, leading to expectations of enthusiastic participation from viewers who have already identified their definite public favorites.

Applications will be accepted online via the official "The Ballad of Us" website starting today (October 20) until Tuesday, November 3. Those selected through a lottery will receive the opportunity to attend the Round 4 recording in person. 

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Singer izi (Oh Jin-sung), known for the karaoke staple "Emergency Room," is releasing his new song "Slow Dream" after one year.

izi (Oh Jin-sung) will release the new song "Slow Dream" on various music streaming platforms on October 20 at 12:00 PM. His agency introduced the track as a song cheering on all fathers around the world who quietly walk life's path for their children and families while setting out to find another dream.

As a father of three children in real life, Oh Jin-sung calmly expressed the precious emotions he felt while raising his kids through warm and resonant vocals. The animated music video released alongside the track depicts the life moments of ordinary fathers. It portrays through animation the image of a father who lives his life while holding onto a "slow dream."

Starting with the release of the music track, Oh Jin-sung plans to continue his activities by appearing on various broadcast programs and concert stages.

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The film "Street Fighter" climbed to No. 1 at the global box office during its opening weekend.

After kicking off in first place with $13 million (approximately 17.337 billion won) on its opening day, "Street Fighter" captured the top spot at the global box office by grossing approximately $51.1 million (approximately 68.108 billion won) globally over its opening weekend. On the other hand, in South Korea, where it opened on October 14, the film has recorded somewhat sluggish box office numbers, sliding down toward 10th place in just a week.

Set in 1993, "Street Fighter" is an action entertainment movie in which destined rivals Ryu and Ken Masters step into the fighting ring once more at the suggestion of Chun-Li, only to face the reality of a massive conspiracy hidden within a life-or-death battle royale. It is based on the popular fighting game series that took the world by storm. Korea's Don Lee drew attention in this film by lending his voice to Gouken, the master of Ryu (Andrew Koji) and Ken Masters (Noah Centineo).

"Street Fighter" also catches the eye by incorporating Easter eggs throughout the film that fans of the original game will welcome. With signature moves representing each fighter—such as Ryu's (Andrew Koji) Hadoken and Ken Masters' (Noah Centineo) Shoryuken—unfolding in heated action, familiar signature audio cues such as "ROUND 1, FIGHT!" and "Perfect!", along with Guile's theme from the game, evoke the feeling of playing "Street Fighter."

Furthermore, the iconic car-smashing bonus stage from "Street Fighter II" is recreated through Ken Masters' spectacular action, and the opening screen of "Street Fighter II" is brought back to life as a street brawl scene in the film, offering nostalgic fun for original fans.

In addition, American fighting game legend Justin Wong makes a surprise cameo as an inmate watching the duel between Ryu and Blanka (Jason Momoa), ensuring special fan service for gamers. Because countless details that are hard to catch in a single viewing are hidden throughout the movie, it stimulates the desire for repeat viewings and offers the fun of rediscovering missed elements.

"Street Fighter" is currently screening in theaters nationwide. 

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"Doctor X: Mafia in White" has surpassed a peak viewership rating of 20% in just four episodes, once again proving the formidable strength of SBS-style gratifying justice dramas.

SBS's Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Mafia in White" (written by Pyeon Seong-geun, directed by Lee Jung-rim) depicts the journey of genius surgeon Gye Soo-jung (played by Kim Ji-won) as she shatters deep-rooted corruption. Following hit series like "Taxi Driver", "The Fiery Priest", and "The Judge from Hell", which delivered exhilarating catharsis and built an unmatched universe of justice-driven satisfaction, this is SBS's first medical noir in the genre.

From its premiere, "Doctor X: Mafia in White" recorded an 11.4% nationwide rating and a peak of 12.9%, ranking first among premiere ratings for all miniseries aired in 2026. After breaking its own viewership record with every subsequent episode, it recorded a peak rating of 20.8%, a nationwide rating of 18.5%, and an 18.4% rating in the Seoul metropolitan area in just four episodes, maintaining explosive upward momentum.

Furthermore, the key 20-49 demographic rating, which gauges buzz and targeted viewership, soared to a peak of 6.56% and an average of 5.9% for Episode 4. This placed it at No. 1 among all programs broadcast on Saturday, demonstrating the unstoppable "Doctor X: Mafia in White" syndrome.

Its momentum on global charts is equally strong. According to the streaming analytics site FlixPatrol (as of October 19), "Doctor X: Mafia in White" not only held the No. 1 spot on Netflix Korea's Top 10 TV Shows for two consecutive weeks, but also landed in the Top 10 across 61 countries and ranked No. 1 in 18 countries, rising to No. 4 on the Global Top 10 TV Shows chart.

Hong Sung-chang, CEO of production company Studio S, stated, "We are grateful for the passionate support shown to 'Doctor X: Mafia in White'. In particular, we find it deeply rewarding that we successfully expanded and established the grammar of the SBS-style justice-driven genre that Studio S has developed into a new arena." He added, "We believe this is the result of the intense deliberation and effort put in by the production crew and actors. Please look forward to and support the upcoming journey of genius surgeon Gye Soo-jung."

Having cemented its place as a new hit card in the SBS justice universe, "Doctor X: Mafia in White" will air Episode 5 on Friday, October 23, at 9:50 p.m.

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Group LIGHTSUM will hold their first showcase since their debut in Japan.

LIGHTSUM will meet fans by holding "Re:idol SHOWCASE" (tentative title) at Spotify O-EAST in Tokyo, Japan, on December 28. The event will be held twice on that day, and Japanese fan club presales began on October 16. The agency stated that LIGHTSUM plans to present various performances and interactive segments at the showcase, communicating closely with local fans.

In August, LIGHTSUM released the first episode of the original documentary "Re:Idol" on the Japanese streaming platform ABEMA. The program captured the members learning Japanese-style idol makeup and greetings, while dedicating themselves to recording and choreography practice.

Following that, LIGHTSUM released their Japanese mini-album "Re:idol" in September. The title track "どうして(Doshite)" expresses the feelings of an unrequited crush through cute lyrics and choreography, showcasing a Japanese 'kawaii' (cute) concept. Upon release, the album reached No. 4 on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking and No. 20 on the Weekly Album Ranking.

LIGHTSUM will appear on Mnet's "M Countdown" on October 22. According to their agency, this marks their first appearance as a full group in two years.

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The film "The Assassin(s)", which ranked among the top 4 Korean box office hits of 2026, is holding a thank-you event for moviegoers.

To celebrate reaching the top 4 among Korean films in 2026, a movie ticket giveaway event is running through Tuesday, October 20. Participants who fill out the application form will be entered into a draw to receive two movie tickets per person for "The Assassin(s)", with the winners to be announced on Wednesday, October 21.

Alongside this, an event will also be held offering a limited-edition HEIGHTS collaboration T-shirt through a raffle for those who book a movie ticket and post proof on social media with the required hashtags. Entries for this event are open through Sunday, November 1, and winners will be announced on Monday, November 2. Detailed information about the events can be found on Hive Media Corp's official social media.

Released on September 23, "The Assassin(s)" surpassed 3 million admissions nationwide within 20 days of release and went on to exceed a cumulative audience of 3.26 million, ranking fourth at the domestic box office among Korean films this year. With the film also on the verge of crossing its break-even point (approximately 3.3 million admissions), the event strongly serves as a way to repay the audience's support.

While "The Assassin(s)" relinquished the No. 1 spot at the overall box office to "Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island", it is firmly holding onto the No. 1 spot at the Korean film box office.

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