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Director Jang Hang-jun's psychological thriller film "Open the Door" is being adapted into a stage play.

The play "Open the Door" depicts what unfolds on the night a man knocks on a door, confronting a truth kept hidden for seven years as long-ignored memories and concealed secrets are revealed. It is based on the 2023 film of the same name directed by Jang Hang-jun. During its theatrical run, the film drew around 19,000 moviegoers nationwide. With "The King's Warden", released this past January, achieving a major box office milestone of 16 million admissions, director Jang Hang-jun now enjoys the pleasure of seeing his earlier work reborn on the theatrical stage.

Kim Sung-kyu, Lee Si-hyung, and Hong Ki-joon have been cast in the role of Moon-seok, who lives carrying secrets of the past. Ahn Woo-yeon, Oh Kyung-joo, and Lee Bong-jun will play Chi-hoon, who returns after seven years to pursue the truth, while Kwak Sun-young and Gong Min-jeung join the cast as Yoon-joo, who opened the secret door, bringing a total of eight actors to the stage.

Moving beyond the film's dialogue- and psychological tension-driven structure, this stage production plans to present different times and spaces on a single stage, offering a fresh sense of immersion.

Director Oh Se-hyeok, who won the Grand Prize at the 2025 Seoul Theater Festival for the play "100 Hours at the Prime Minister's Office", is handling both the adaptation and direction. Contents Hap is producing the play, with BA Entertainment, the production company behind the original film, participating as a co-producer.

"Open the Door" will meet audiences this coming December at YES24 Art One Theater 3 in Daehangno. 

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Actors Ha Jung-woo (47) and Cha Jung-won (36) are getting married on December 13.

On October 14, Ha Jung-woo's agency Workhouse Company and Cha Jung-won's agency Saram Entertainment announced, "The two will hold their wedding at an undisclosed location in Seoul on December 13. The ceremony will be held privately."

The two met around 2020 and grew into a romantic relationship. After quietly nurturing their love, the couple acknowledged their relationship earlier this year when dating rumors surfaced and continued to date publicly.

Ha Jung-woo is a leading actor in the Korean film industry who has established himself as a box office guarantee while delivering standout performances in films such as "The Chaser," "Take Off," "Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time," "The Terror Live," and the "Along with the Gods" series. In addition to acting, he has also worked as a director, helming "Fasten Your Seatbelt," "Chronicle of a Blood Merchant," "Lobby," and "The People Upstairs". He recently wrapped filming for the Netflix film "The Generals" and has begun filming "Inside Men: Birth of the Villains," a prequel to the hit movie "Inside Men".

Cha Jung-won, an actor and influencer, debuted in the 2012 film "Horror Stories" and went on to appear in dramas including "Lawless Lawyer" and "Special Labor Inspector".

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Actor Park Haseon is parting ways with SBS Power FM's "Park Haseon's Cinetown," a show she has led with deep affection for six years.

Park will step down from "Park Haseon's Cinetown" following her final broadcast on November 1. Currently performing on stage in the play "The Secret of Flowers", she decided to step down after thorough discussions with the production team in order to focus more on her primary profession as an actor, amid ongoing filming for multiple upcoming projects.

Since taking her first steps as the host of "Cinetown" on November 2, 2020, Park has connected with listeners through her stable hosting and candid communication, earning the nickname "Candy DJ". In particular, she has received great love from listeners for carefully listening to guests' stories and calmly empathizing with them.

Park has recently appeared in a string of theater productions, following "Our Little Sister" and "Hongdo" with her current run in "The Secret of Flowers". "The Secret of Flowers" is a whimsical comedy about housewives who launch an extraordinary scheme to claim a massive insurance payout following their husbands' mysterious accident. Playing the role of Monica, a romantic who once dreamed of becoming an actor, Park adds vibrancy to the production with her bubbly, lovely charm and sly, skillful performance.

She also continues to pursue a broad spectrum of acting in television dramas. In tvN's "Filing for Love," which concluded this past May, she made a special appearance as the central figure of the audit team's first case, leaving a powerful impression with just a single episode. She has also expanded her range into short-form dramas, including "Love That's Good for Nothing" and "Psychopath Yeo Soon-jung," which culminated in winning the Best Actress in a Web Drama award at the "2025 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards".

In variety entertainment, she continues to meet viewers regularly. On programs such as "Divorce Camp," "Hidden Eye," and more, she adds fun to each show with her sharp powers of observation and witty conversation.

The final broadcast of "Park Haseon's Cinetown" will air on SBS Power FM at 11 a.m. on November 1.

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Gold Medalist, the agency representing actor Kim Soo-hyun, announced that it will take legal action against the distribution of false information and acts of defamation and character assassination.

Through an announcement on October 14, Gold Medalist stated, "Regarding the false claim that Mr. Kim Soo-hyun dated the deceased when she was a minor, as well as the claims of Child Welfare Act violations raised based on this premise, the investigative authorities examined relevant materials and facts, concluded that the charges could not be substantiated, and made a decision not to refer the case for prosecution citing no suspicion." The agency continued, "It has been confirmed that the series of claims raised against Mr. Kim Soo-hyun lack factual and objective grounds, and this matter is no longer at the stage of an unverified debate, but is a falsehood proven through official investigation results."

The agency warned, "Kim Se-ui, the operator of Hover Lab who first raised and continuously spread the false claims, has been sent to trial under arrest on charges including defamation by disclosing false information under the Information and Communications Network Act," adding, "Continuing to cite the claims made by Kim Se-ui, or reposting, sharing, and redistributing them as if they were true, constitutes an additional unlawful act that perpetuates and magnifies the criminal harm."

The agency also took issue with the amplification and reproduction of screens, thumbnails, photos, captured images, and other materials used in Hover Lab's broadcasts.

The agency stated, "This can be viewed as an act of malicious further harm against a crime victim and a deliberate magnification of the damage," adding, "We will clearly demonstrate to investigative authorities and the courts that such acts are intentional dissemination, and we will take all legal measures to ensure that severe punishment and accountability are imposed."

In March of last year, Hover Lab raised allegations that Kim Soo-hyun had been dating the late Kim Sae-ron since she was a minor, and Kim Soo-hyun's side has pursued legal action, stating that the claims were groundless. Hover Lab CEO Kim Se-ui, who raised the allegations, was arrested on May 26 on charges including defamation and spreading false information regarding Kim Soo-hyun, was subsequently indicted under detention, and is currently standing trial.

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Group ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1) has entered the US Billboard charts in their debut year.

According to the Billboard charts (dated October 17) released on October 13 (local time), ALPHA DRIVE ONE's second mini-album "UNBREAKABLE : 少年BEAST," released in the United States on October 2, ranked No. 5 on "World Albums," No. 9 on "Emerging Artists," and No. 20 on "Top Album Sales." It entered the top five of "World Albums" with their first album officially released in the United States.

The agency explained that this is the highest ranking among K-pop rookies who debuted in 2026 on this week's "World Albums" chart, making them the only rookie act among them to reach the top five.

ALPHA DRIVE ONE previously recorded 1.13 million copies in first-week sales with their second mini-album released in August, earning their second consecutive million-seller title, and their cumulative album sales since debut have surpassed 2 million copies. Prior to their official Japanese debut, they also received a "Gold" certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ).

Their local promotions in the United States also continued. On the global channel "Live from Vevo Studios," the group performed the title track and a B-side track from their second mini-album, and appeared as guests on the American morning show "Good Day LA" and Apple Music Radio. The agency shared that foreign media outlets including Forbes, Sweety High, Vogue Mexico and Latin America, BuzzFeed, and Excélsior featured the group.

The second mini-album "UNBREAKABLE : 少年BEAST" captures the growing pains of youth wavering amid prejudice and stigma. The title track "BORN DIRE" is a song that offers a modern reinterpretation of the raw energy of British rave and punk genres.

ALPHA DRIVE ONE will release the music video for their follow-up track "Talk to me" on October 27 (KST). 

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The signature autumn music festival "Grand Mint Festival 2026" (GMF2026) will take place this weekend at Olympic Park in Seoul.

GMF2026 will run for two days on October 17 and 18. Organizer Mint Paper has finalized a lineup of 48 teams, featuring Lee So-ra, YOUNHA, Lee Seung-yoon, 10RAN (10CM × SORAN), Isaac Hong, and Lee Seok-won. A variety of on-site programs, including live performances, open broadcasts, fan signing sessions, and an art zone, will also be featured.

On the first day, October 17, Lee So-ra will headline the "Mint Breeze Stage." Jang Ki-ha, Peppertones, Jukjae, Jung Joon-il, JisokuryClub, Hi-Fi Un!corn, and Yeonjung will also take the stage. At "Club Midnight Sunset," Lee Seung-yoon will perform as headliner, joined by TOUCHED, Redoor, Car, the garden, Lacuna, OwallOil, Leaveourtears, and FuturePeerClub. At "Loving Forest Garden," Isaac Hong will deliver the closing set, with performances from Bye Bye Badman, ALEPH, youra, SUMIN, g0nny, love is cycle, and Confined White.

On the second day, October 18, YOUNHA will close out the "Mint Breeze Stage." CNBLUE, Roy Kim, Jung Seung-hwan, BOL4, Dragon Pony, Shin In Ryu, and Sanbo will also perform. The headliner for "Club Midnight Sunset" is 10RAN. The organizers shared that the joint performance by 10CM and SORAN has completely sold out. Thornapple, N.Flying, THE SOLUTIONS, Far East Asian Tigers, ONEWE, LOW, and kwacamolee will take the same stage. At "Loving Forest Garden," Lee Seok-won will take the stage as headliner, joined by Sunwoojunga, Kkachisan, Shin Ji-hoon, nib.archive, Rothy, Tokai, and gugu.

Among the artists participating in Mint Paper's artist discovery compilation album "bright #15," FuturePeerClub, love is cycle, Sanbo, and kwacamolee will also perform on stage.

Special off-stage programs have also been prepared. The newly introduced "RADAR" will be situated between KSPO DOME and the swimming pool. Open radio-style sessions—"10RAN Open Broadcast Special Live" and "Lacuna Reporting Return"—will take place on October 17 and 18, respectively. "Buy the Dip Now," where artists featured on "bright #15" share stories about their music and careers, will run across both days.

The "Proximity Signal Detection" program will also be held. On October 17, fan signing sessions with Yeonjung, Hi-Fi Un!corn, and SUMIN, alongside a hi-touch and signing session with OwallOil, are scheduled. On October 18, signing sessions with Shin In Ryu and Far East Asian Tigers, as well as a hi-touch event with ONEWE, will take place. At the Haneol Square "ART ZONE," attendees can find "Mint Shop" collaboration merchandise, artist and label booths, vinyl records, accessories, Photogray photo booths, and dedicated photo zones, alongside on-site voting for the fan-participatory "GMF2026 Awards." 

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Artist Hwang So-yoon (So!YoON!) is taking her first steps as a film music director.

On October 14, Hwang is releasing the original soundtrack for the animated film "Pilgrims" across streaming platforms worldwide. Marking the first project she has joined as a music director, the release features a total of 17 tracks, including an ending song she performed herself.

The project began at the suggestion of director Heo Pyeong-gang. She collaborated with Milan Records, the label behind soundtrack releases for films such as "Midsommar," "Poor Things," "Challengers," and "Minari." Hwang relocated to the United States to immerse herself in the work.

According to her agency, Hwang focused on breaking away from conventional animated film music to create diverse tracks that match the film's atmosphere. Rather than translating the characters' narratives directly into lyrics, the ending track connects the love and longing spoken of in the film with her own environment during the creative process. Centered on the guitar, the instrument she has played the longest, she incorporated janggu samples and analog synthesizers.

Hwang described the music, saying, "More than any project I am currently working on, this music feels genuinely like Hwang So-yoon. It is unpolished yet pure and warm." She added, "Because this is a film that poses heavy questions about what love is and what we should pursue, I wanted to create music that stays by the film's side rather than something flashy and stylish."

Having worked as part of the band SE SO NEON and as a solo artist, Hwang has now expanded her creative horizons into film score directing.

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Actor Kim Mu-yeol spent an unforgettable time with global fans through a fan meeting in Tokyo, Japan.

On Saturday, October 10, Kim held "SPECIAL AFTER CLASS in JAPAN" at Culttz Kawasaki in Yokohama, Japan. Conducted across two sessions, this Japan fan meeting was an event joined together by Kim Mu-yeol, Lee Sung-min, Jin Ki-joo, and P.O, the lead actors of the globally popular Netflix series "Teach You a Lesson."

Following his first domestic solo fan meeting and fan meeting in Taipei, Kim continued his global journey by meeting local fans in Japan.

On this day, Kim stepped onto the stage to his entrance song and opened the fan meeting by warmly greeting fans. In the handwritten profile segment that immediately followed, he showcased an even more relatable charm by personally sharing not only his blood type and nicknames, but also his everyday life.

A time to look back at Kim's filmography was also prepared. Based on a fan survey, "Forgotten," "Bad Guys" Season 2 and "Sweet Home" Seasons 2 and 3 were chosen as Kim's top three representative works, with his seamless immersion into characters, dense emotional arcs, and broad acting spectrum highlighted as key reasons fans fell for him. In response, Kim showed a shy smile, drawing laughter from the audience. Meanwhile, during the acting challenge segment, he brought unique fun by presenting four different acting versions using Japanese phrases.

Kim also richly filled the fan meeting with performances, heartfelt conversations, and entertaining events. He drew enthusiastic cheers from fans by singing Yutaka Ozaki's "I Love You" solo with a sweet voice, and showed genuine communication by stepping down into the audience to directly answer fans' questions and make eye contact with them.

With only the finale performance remaining, Kim shared his heartfelt thoughts with fans: "Meeting all of you fans and having the four of us together in this place holds such great meaning for us. It feels like we waited for a long time, yet time seems to have passed so quickly. I will cherish these precious memories for a long time and act even harder going forward." After his closing remarks, the four actors sang Lee Juck's "Don't Worry" together, delivering a touching moment. At the send-off event that followed the conclusion of the show, Kim greeted fans up close, taking in the special moments with his eyes and heart.

Kim expanded the reach of his global activities by successfully completing this Japan fan meeting following his solo fan meetings in Seoul and Taipei. He delivered a special time through diverse stages, talks, and affectionate fan service prepared for fans in each country.

Meanwhile, after concluding his Japan fan meeting, Kim has confirmed the Netflix series "First Doctor" and "The Shooter" as his upcoming projects, signaling active endeavors ahead, and is scheduled to hold a solo fan meeting in Shanghai on November 21. 

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Actors Koo Kyo-hwan and Han Ji-min have come together for the film "Typhoon" (working title).

"Typhoon" (working title) is an exasperating disaster escape comedy about Jin-mo (Koo Kyo-hwan) and Jae-yi (Han Ji-min), a couple who have decided to separate, as they encounter a massive typhoon at a relative's wedding in their hometown.

Jin-mo, played by Koo Kyo-hwan, is a self-made man from a small provincial town who graduated from prestigious "S University" and joined a major conglomerate, but is now an ordinary office worker stuck at the assistant manager level. In "Typhoon" (working title), Koo Kyo-hwan is set to showcase his signature humane charm through his transformation into a realistic husband and father.

Han Ji-min plays Jae-yi, the wife of her frustrating husband Jin-mo. Once a recognized talent at a publishing company, she is a sharp, confident character who made the bold decision to leave her job after realizing she could not balance career and parenting, and now dreams of transitioning into a YouTuber.

Following the couple played by Koo Kyo-hwan and Han Ji-min, Oh Jung-se takes on the role of their friend Sang-hyuk. As Jin-mo's hometown friend and a 119 emergency rescue worker, he bravely jumps in to save the couple trapped in the disaster, only to end up stranded alongside them. Oh Jung-se's portrayal of a lovable, free-spirited soul is expected to be a major highlight of the film.

In addition, the role of Rose, the pension owner, is played by Han Sun Hwa, who has been loved for her unique comedic performances across the film "Pilot" and the dramas "The Scandal" and "Work Later, Drink Now." While she is a stingy penny-pincher who never offers lodging discounts even when a typhoon hits, she is also a romantic who dreams of a love like "Titanic."

Kim Eung-soo, who remains widely talked about for his role as Kwak Chul-yong in the film "Tazza: The High Rollers," and Oh Min-ae, who left a strong impression in the drama "When Life Gives You Tangerines" and the film "Pilot," join the cast as Hyun-deok and Pil-ja, partners in their 48th year together traveling across the country in a camper van. The two, bickering yet looking out for each other, add warmth to the story.

Director Lee Jung-ho of the films "The Beast" and "Broken" took charge of the screenplay and directing, and at the script reading held in late September, the eight actors raised expectations for the feature with their prepared performances and delightful energy.

Having finalized its casting and kicked off filming in October, "Typhoon" (working title) is scheduled to be released next year. 

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YG Entertainment's executive producer Yang Hyun-suk (56) has shared upcoming release schedules for the agency's artists as well as debut preparations for the next generation of rookie groups.

At 2:34 a.m. on October 14, Yang Hyun-suk posted a message on the fan communication channel "FROM YG," stating, "While I have previously shared news about our artists through YG ANNOUNCEMENT videos, it has been a while since I greeted you in writing due to a busy production schedule."

According to the announcement, BABYMONSTER will release a new digital single titled "DESERVE" on October 23. This marks their first new song in about four months since "SUGAR HONEY ICE TEA." Regarding "DESERVE," Yang Hyun-suk introduced it by saying, "Although it is a slow track, it carries an energy more intense than any song we have released so far," adding, "It is a song that captures peak emotion through a blend of BABYMONSTER's unique, delicate vocals and explosive vocal power."

TREASURE will release a new digital single titled "SHOCK" on November 2. Yang Hyun-suk explained, "It is a song featuring an intense hip-hop sound." TREASURE previously showcased songs of various hip-hop genres through their mini-album "NEW WAV" in June. Describing that album as the "beginning of Chapter 2," Yang Hyun-suk requested, "Please look forward to and show a lot of support for their full-fledged Chapter 2 activities that will continue into 2027 along with this new song."

Yang Hyun-suk also delivered news regarding rookie groups. He revealed, "Currently, YG is preparing the debuts of a 5-member boy group and a 4-member girl group as our next-generation rookies," adding, "Together with TREASURE and BABYMONSTER, these two groups are very important artists who will lead the future of YG."

He continued to explain, "Both groups plan to proceed with recording several demo tracks they have prepared so far through the end of the year, and we anticipate that specific debut schedules will also be set as soon as the title tracks are decided."

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The upcoming film "White Blast," which is drawing high anticipation for bringing Kim Yun-seok and Koo Kyo-hwan together, has unveiled a teaser poster steeped in mystery.

"White Blast" is a mystery drama set at a rural train station cut off by heavy snow, where an unidentified dead body is discovered before Gap-soo (Kim Yun-seok), a stationmaster nearing retirement, and Hyun-taek (Koo Kyo-hwan), his newly arrived successor.

Released on October 13, the poster catches the eye by capturing Gap-soo (Kim Yun-seok) and Hyun-taek (Koo Kyo-hwan) seen through the window of Seolo Station, which is blanketed in pure white snow. Gap-soo, holding out documents to Hyun-taek, and Hyun-taek, gazing back at him with a bewildered expression, create a dramatic contrast against the quiet, still scenery of Seolo Station isolated by heavy snowfall.

The sight of the two men facing each other warily, paired with the tagline "It was all because of the damn snow," sparks curiosity about the shifting dynamic between Gap-soo and Hyun-taek as snow blankets everything, as well as the unpredictable developments set to unfold within the confined setting. Furthermore, the Chinese characters for "Seol" (雪, snow) and "O" (烏, crow) engraved on the wooden station sign evoke a vivid color contrast between white snow and black crows, heightening the eerie atmosphere.

"White Blast" is generating significant buzz for pairing Kim Yun-seok and Koo Kyo-hwan, two actors audiences have long wished to see share the screen. Great expectations surround the mystery that unfolds at this remote station cut off by snow, as well as the acting synergy between the two performers as they delicately depict the characters' subtly changing relationship.

Drawing keen attention for the powerful character ensemble led by Kim Yun-seok and Koo Kyo-hwan, "White Blast" will arrive in theaters in November. 

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Yoon Suk-min's wife Kim Soo-hyun revealed the real reason she gets even angrier because of her husband.

On the October 13 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny" (hereafter "You're my destiny"), the daily life of married couple Yoon Suk-min and Kim Soo-hyun was revealed.

On this day, Yoon Suk-min invited former baseball players and current commentators Lee Taek-keun, Jeong Keun-woo, and Hwang Jae-gyun over to sell them pet lizards. Meanwhile, Kim Soo-hyun caught everyone's eye by preparing food for them.

Looking at the tteokbokki Kim Soo-hyun was making, Hwang Jae-gyun was shocked and asked if it was really meant for them to eat. Cooking tteokbokki in a large stockpot on an extraordinary scale, Kim Soo-hyun surprised everyone by serving the seafood tteokbokki on buffet platters. The cold udon salad also drew attention for its unbelievable portion size for five people.

Seeing this later, Yoon Suk-min drew laughter by saying, "I sold a 50,000 won lizard, but you're serving a 500,000 won meal?"

Looking at the five servings arranged on buffet dishes, Seo Jang-hoon remarked, "Let's set a date sometime." To this, Yoon Suk-min drew laughter by replying, "Just let us know a week in advance. It takes three hours just for one tteokbokki dish, so one week should be enough."

Yoon Suk-min's colleagues were full of admiration as they ate the dishes Kim Soo-hyun prepared. Lee Taek-keun in particular praised the meal, saying, "You should sell this. It's the perfect snack to go with drinks." However, Yoon Suk-min drew attention with a tsundere-like assessment, remarking, "It's edible."

On this day, Yoon Suk-min's colleagues engaged in a debate comparing the handsome Lee Taek-keun with the less photogenic Yoon Suk-min. When Yoon Suk-min claimed that he was once voted a handsome baseball player, his wife drew laughter with a cool evaluation, saying, "You were never the best-looking."

At this, Jeong Keun-woo asked, "If you had to choose in your next life between a funny and unattractive man and a handsome man, what would you do?"

Kim Soo-hyun then drew bursts of laughter by replying, "I've never dated a handsome man, but from what I hear around me, people say if someone is handsome, just looking at his face calms your anger. But I get even angrier." In response, Yoon Suk-min understood his wife, saying, "So that's why you got angrier," while Jeong Keun-woo took it a step further and caused bursts of laughter by adding, "My wife doesn't stop getting angry either. Once she gets angry, it lasts for two days and one night."

Meanwhile, at the end of the broadcast, a preview showed actor Kang Shin-il, in his 47th year in the industry, and his wife Oh Su-mi joining the show as a new couple.

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The "Whenever Friends" cleared every stage of their mission.

On the October 13 broadcast of SBS's "Whenever Possible," actors Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young appeared as guest "Whenever Friends."

On this day, the Whenever Friends and the MCs celebrated successfully clearing stage three of their first mission. They then headed to a nearby Pyongyang cold noodle restaurant recommended by Nam Ji-hyun.

As an alumna who knew every corner of the campus, Nam Ji-hyun drew attention by acting as a one-day ambassador for Sogang University, rivaling Yoo Yeonseok's Sejong University pride.

Nam Ji-hyun, who started as a child actor and is now in her 22nd year in the industry, surprised everyone by revealing her unique debut story. Sharing the behind-the-scenes tale, she stated, "I came from 'Jeonpa Gyeonmunrok.' There was a segment called 'The Age of Innocence' where little kids came out to present quiz questions. A drama director saw me on that show, reached out, and that is how I began acting."

Kim Jae-young, who confessed that he was on the heavier side during his youth, shared, "I started modeling late. I lost about 30 kg before my debut." When Kim Jae-young mentioned that he was fortunate enough to transition into acting afterward, Yu Jae-seok praised his visuals once more, saying, "People always recognize someone with good looks."

Entering the cold noodle restaurant without waiting and eagerly enjoying their meal down to the boiled meat slices, the four decided to draw green onion shreds, with the person pulling the longest piece paying for the meal.

Yu Jae-seok and Yoo Yeonseok were exempted one after the other, leaving the contest between the two Whenever Friends. After a close duel, Nam Ji-hyun lost.

Nam Ji-hyun coolly covered the bill, saying, "When else would I get a chance to treat everyone?" Yu Jae-seok then bought coffee and dessert, creating a heartwarming moment.

The MCs and the Whenever Friends went on to clear stage three of the second mission as well. The success brought a warm atmosphere, especially highlighted by the active role of Kim Jae-young, who had not been able to shine in the previous mission.

Meanwhile, a preview shown at the end of the broadcast depicted the full story behind Yu Jae-seok canceling a shoot for the first time in 36 years.

Yu Jae-seok raised curiosity for the upcoming broadcast as he bowed his head to apologize and promised a gracious day toward everyone, explaining, "My throat hurt, so I was worried it might be COVID-19 and canceled the shoot, but after visiting the hospital, I was completely fine."

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Yoon Suk-min revealed his dream.

On "You're my destiny," Yoon Suk-min shared, "My dream is to install a large vivarium in the living room," showing how deeply he has fallen for the charm of lizards.

On the October 13 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny Season 2 - You Are My Destiny" (hereinafter "You're my destiny"), the daily life of married couple Yoon Suk-min and Kim Soo-hyun was revealed.

During the broadcast, Yoon Suk-min visited a reptile shop with his wife to look at lizards, which he loves. He marveled as he looked at a large vivarium installed inside the shop.

Revealing that installing a large vivarium in the family living room is his dream, he told his wife, "I'll give it to you as a birthday present." He then joked, "Even if we charge the kids' friends an admission fee of 1,000 won each, we'll make our money back," drawing bursts of laughter.

Throughout the day, Yoon Suk-min's eyes sparkled at the sight of various lizards. In particular, when a rare lizard of the same species as the one he currently raises appeared, he drew attention as he could not take his eyes off it, remarking, "It's really pretty."

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Song Jin Woo introduced his maternal uncle, who commands an extraordinary presence.

On the October 13 broadcast of SBS's "You're my destiny," the daily life of married couple Song Jin Woo and Minami was revealed.

On this day, Song Jin Woo went with his wife, Minami, to visit his maternal uncle, Lee Dong-jun. Lee Dong-jun is a former taekwondo athlete and an actor in his 40th year in the industry. Notably, he drew attention as it was revealed that he has recently also been active as a singer following the release of a trot track.

The broadcast that day also revealed a celebratory performance from Song Jin Woo's wedding that had an extraordinary level of energy. As his uncle Lee Dong-jun sang, Song's mother and maternal aunts could not hide their overflowing excitement.

At this, Seo Jang-hoon asked, "Did you ask your uncle to sing the celebratory song?" Song Jin Woo drew laughter by replying, "I never asked him at all. I kept it simple and only asked a friend, but after my friend finished singing the celebratory song, my uncle strode up onto the stage and sang two of his own songs before leaving."

Song Jin Woo had also prepared a Chuseok gift for Lee Dong-jun that day. Complimenting them, Lee Dong-jun said, "Isn't this Minami's good taste?" Song Jin Woo then caught everyone's attention by saying, "Actually, Minami is extremely nervous right now," explaining that she felt intimidated by Lee Dong-jun's commanding presence.

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Nam Ji-hyun revealed her college major.

On the October 13 broadcast of SBS's "Whenever Possible," actors Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young appeared as "gap friends."

On this day, Nam Ji-hyun expressed her excitement about the gap mission starting at her alma mater, Sogang University. When Nam Ji-hyun introduced herself as part of the class of '14 in Sogang University's psychology department, Yoo Yeonseok began to say, "Psychology majors usually...," and Nam Ji-hyun burst into laughter.

Yoo Yeonseok asked why she was laughing, and Nam Ji-hyun said, "I thought you were going to say we see right through people." Yu Jae-seok then chimed in, "When you tell people you're in the psychology department, don't they ask, 'What do you think I'm feeling right now?'"

Nam Ji-hyun laughed and replied, "That's right. And the thing I hear most often is, 'Guess what I'm thinking right now.' Even though I don't know anything at all." In response, the MCs asked her to guess their state of mind, but Nam Ji-hyun shut down further conversation by saying, "I don't know. It's too difficult," drawing laughter.

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Yu Jae-seok marveled at Kim Jae-young's long hair.

On the October 13 broadcast of SBS's "Whenever Possible," actors Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young appeared as "gap friends."

Yu Jae-seok was delighted by the appearance of Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young on that day. In particular, Yu Jae-seok drew attention by bringing up his beloved close friend Joo Woo-jae, noting that Kim Jae-young is "Joo Woo-jae's friend."

He then expressed admiration for Kim Jae-young's long hairstyle, saying, "As expected, handsome men wear long hair. Only handsome men can pull off long hair."

At this, Yoo Yeonseok asked Yu Jae-seok if he had ever tried long hair. Yu Jae-seok replied, "No," adding, "Usually, people see handsome men and try to copy their long hair, but many end up quitting before it even gets long."

He continued to admire Kim Jae-young's looks, stating, "For long hair to look good, having strong visuals makes it come alive much more," leaving Kim Jae-young flustered by the continuous praise.

Kim Jae-young revealed that he had told his close friend Joo Woo-jae about guesting on the show. Kim Jae-young shared, "We talked yesterday, and he told me to just go and take it easy." To this, Yu Jae-seok chided his beloved friend, saying, "Even though he couldn't take it easy himself," while Yoo Yeonseok added, "When he came on, he wasn't treated like a guest at all before leaving," drawing laughter.

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Actor Lee Je-hoon poses as he attends a beauty brand photo call event held in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of October 13.

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Singer and actor HWANG MINHYUN poses at a beauty brand photo call event held on the afternoon of October 13 in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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DAHYUN of the group TWICE strikes a pose while attending a beauty brand photo wall event held in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of October 13.

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Actor RJ Mitte, who played Walter White Jr., a character with cerebral palsy in the American television series "Breaking Bad," has passed away. He was 34 years old.

U.S. entertainment outlet TMZ reported on October 12 (local time) that RJ Mitte died at his home in Texas, and that law enforcement authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

Actor Bryan Cranston, who played RJ Mitte's "TV father" in "Breaking Bad," posted a tribute on his Instagram account that same day.

Cranston recalled, "I am in deep despair as I write this tonight. RJ Mitte, who was my lovely son in 'Breaking Bad,' has passed away." He continued, "RJ Mitte was cast as Walter Jr. at the age of 14, and although he was born with cerebral palsy, he never once used it as an excuse and carried out the tight filming schedule with sheer determination. He always listened to the advice that Anna Gunn and I, his TV parents, gave him, but like a true teenager, he would playfully ignore it and learn by facing things head-on. Although he was one of the leads in a hit drama, he was still just a kid."

Cranston also noted that when they first began filming the pilot in February 2007, RJ Mitte was an unpolished boy, but he watched him gradually grow into a wonderful actor. Cranston added that Mitte used his experience from the series to speak out on behalf of actors with disabilities and served as the head of a charity supporting the disability community.

Cranston expressed his affection, writing, "Just a few weeks ago, we were texting back and forth trying to make plans for lunch. I do not know if that lunch would have changed his future. But I only know that I loved him, and that I enjoyed the time we spent together both while the drama was airing and after the interest in 'Breaking Bad' had cooled down. I will miss you, son."

RJ Mitte became widely known for playing Walter Jr., the son of protagonist Walter White (Bryan Cranston), in the AMC drama "Breaking Bad," which aired from 2008 to 2013. As an actor who actually has cerebral palsy, he went on to actively work as an advocate promoting representation for actors with disabilities in Hollywood

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Lotte Cultureworks (CEO Kim Jong-yul) announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Lotte Entertainment Vietnam and Japan's leading film and content company TOEI Company, Ltd. to jointly develop and produce Vietnamese films.

The agreement was established to combine the content business capabilities of the three companies across Korea, Vietnam, and Japan, building a foundation of cooperation for co-producing Vietnamese films and discovering new business opportunities in the global market. Under the agreement, the three companies will seek diverse business opportunities, including the joint development and production of Vietnamese films as well as investment and distribution cooperation both in Vietnam and the global market. They also plan to explore producing Vietnamese-language films through licensing and adapting intellectual property (IP) owned by each company.

Lotte Entertainment Vietnam is a local film investment and distribution company that has established its presence in the Vietnamese film industry by presenting local box office.

Currently, the company is preparing various local film projects, including "Sister Sister 3," "The Last Island," and "The Last Bullet." In addition, it is pursuing the development of content across various genres, such as "Saigon Oppa" (working title), directed by Park Gyu-tae of the film "6/45," and the feature-length animation "Thanh Giong," inspired by traditional Vietnamese folklore.

TOEI is a leading Japanese film and visual content company with a history of over 70 years, operating extensive businesses including the production and distribution of film and television content. It has participated in the production of globally renowned animations such as "Dragon Ball," "One Piece," and "Slam Dunk," as well as diverse content including "Kamen Rider" and "Super Sentai."

Kim Jong-yul, CEO of Lotte Cultureworks, said, "We are pleased to collaborate with TOEI on various projects currently under development with local creators in Vietnam. We hope this agreement will serve as a meaningful starting point for trilateral cooperation between Korea, Vietnam, and Japan, expanding our collaboration into diverse global business sectors."

Kim Jin-geun, head of Lotte Entertainment Vietnam, stated, "Vietnam is one of the most closely watched markets in Asia, powered by a young audience demographic and a rapidly growing local film industry. Through our collaboration with TOEI, we will add new possibilities to Vietnam's diverse stories and strive to help local films reach a broader global audience."

Yoshimura Fumio, CEO of TOEI, said, "It is meaningful to collaborate based on the close relationships that Lotte Cultureworks and Lotte Entertainment Vietnam have built locally. We hope this partnership will lay the groundwork for long-term cooperation and introduce Vietnam's outstanding IP and visual content to the global market."

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Representative Lim O-kyeong of the National Assembly's Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee hosted a press conference on October 12 at the National Assembly Communication Building to urge the passage of a Copyright Act amendment for the fair compensation of K-content creators.

The proposed amendment introduces a new "right to claim fair compensation," which allows creators to demand reasonable compensation for profits generated from the use of their works, even after transferring the rights required for exploitation.

Explaining the legislative intent, Representative Lim O-kyeong stated, "Even when works like 'Squid Game' achieve worldwide success, creators who cannot secure special agreements receive nothing in return, and the current structure makes it extremely difficult to enter into such special terms in the first place," adding that the bill was proposed to establish a clear legal basis.

The Creators' Coalition for Fair Compensation in K-Content (abbreviated as the "Creators' Coalition"), composed of six organizations including the Writers Guild of Korea and the Directors Guild of Korea, joined the press conference to state that buyout contract practices by global streaming platforms such as Netflix leave writers, directors, producers, and actors excluded from sharing in the profits of their works' success.

Screenwriter Park Hae-young, who penned dramas such as "My Mister" and "My Liberation Notes", pointed out that global streaming services like Netflix and Disney Plus demand contracts requiring the transfer of all copyrights, sharing the reality that creators are unfairly stripped of their intellectual property rights.

Song Young-woong, president of the Korea Broadcasting Performers Rights Association, shared that the organization requested negotiations with Netflix but received no response, highlighting the lack of a legal basis to bring global streaming platforms to the negotiating table as a serious issue. Regarding this, Moon Hyun-sung, copyright committee chair of the Directors Guild of Korea, noted that in the United States, Europe, and Latin America, fair compensation for the use of works is guaranteed through laws or collective bargaining agreements, emphasizing, "Fair compensation is the international standard."

Kang Ho-jun, president of the Association of Korean Independent Television Producers, pointed out the disparity between compensation systems in music and video, noting that while composers and lyricists receive royalties whenever music is streamed, video creators receive no compensation for the continued exploitation of their works.

Actor Lim Ho highlighted the difficult living conditions of creators, revealing that the average annual appearance fee for broadcast performers is 7.58 million won. Baek Jae-ho, president of the Association of Korean Independent Film & Video, stressed that fair compensation is essential for creators to continue making quality content, emphasizing that this Copyright Act amendment is a livelihood bill supporting the survival of creators.

Representative Lim O-kyeong expressed her commitment to advancing the bill, stating, "I will stand with them until the day a legal foundation is established to protect the rights of K-content creators, who are the core pillar of a sustainable K-culture ecosystem." The Creators' Coalition urged the National Assembly to swiftly pass the amendment and called on the government to lend its support so that the K-video industry can grow while ensuring creators receive fair compensation.

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Director Park Hoon-jung's new film "Tristes Tropiques" has confirmed its theatrical release for November 25 and unveiled its teaser poster and teaser trailer.

"Tristes Tropiques" tells the story of members belonging to the assassin organization "Tristes Tropiques"—raised like brothers by their "Master"—who become consumed by mutual suspicion and vow bloody revenge following the Master's death. It is the latest film from director Park Hoon-jung, the mastermind behind "New World," "The Witch," and "The Tyrant".

The fresh energy of actors Lee Shin-young and Park Yu-rim, chosen by director Park Hoon-jung, combined with the weighty presence of Kim Myung-min, one of South Korea's representative powerhouse actors, firmly anchors the center of the drama. Furthermore, veteran actor Park Hae-soo and a roster of leading Taiwanese actors including Lin Po-hung, Chen Yi-wen, and Wang Po-chieh have joined the ensemble, signaling an overwhelming acting synergy that crosses borders and languages.

The newly released teaser poster instantly commands attention through the contrast between someone's hand clutching a gun as if ready to pull the trigger at any moment and a bizarre masked figure revealed beyond it. Foreshadowing the bloody retribution sparked by uncontrollable suspicions blooming among the members, as well as the order shattered in the absence of the absolute ruler "Master" (Kim Myung-min), the mysterious aura permeating the entire poster maximizes tension.

"Tristes Tropiques" hits theaters on November 25. 

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Actor Han Ye-ri has been cast as the lead in the film "Room 1301 Knows" (literal translation).

"Room 1301 Knows" is a black comedy that follows people trying to conceal their own secrets and desires who fall into an irreversible situation, sparked by a mysterious incident in a suite room of a Seoul hotel. Production began filming in September and is currently underway.

In the film, Han Ye-ri plays Bang Mi-jin, a secretary to a ruling party lawmaker. After encountering an unexpected incident in a hotel room where a secret meeting was held, she is plunged into an uncontrollable situation as unforeseen figures begin to appear. As a character who keenly observes her surroundings to find a way out even during volatile moments, her ever-shifting emotions and hard-to-read inner thoughts are expected to heighten the film's suspense.

Han Ye-ri has demonstrated a broad acting spectrum across diverse works, including the films "As One", "Haemoo", "Worst Woman", "A Quiet Dream", "The Table", and "Minari". Having continually brought characters to life through her distinct interpretations regardless of genre or character type, she drew worldwide attention for her portrayal of the resilient yet delicate Monica in the film "Minari". 

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A media report has revealed that police forensic analysis found actor Kim Soo-hyun was not the person exchanging KakaoTalk messages with the late actor Kim Sae-ron in 2016, despite allegations previously made by YouTube channel Hover Lab and the bereaved family.

Citing details from the police investigation, entertainment news outlet Dispatch reported on October 13 that the sender of the 2016 KakaoTalk conversation—which Hover Lab and the family had claimed was an exchange between Kim Sae-ron and Kim Soo-hyun—was actually celebrity "A," not Kim Soo-hyun.

In March of last year, Hover Lab CEO Kim Se-ui and Attorney Bu Ji-seok, the legal representative for the bereaved family, held a press conference and made public several KakaoTalk exchanges from 2016. In those messages, the person chatting with Kim Sae-ron sent texts suggestive of a romantic relationship, including, "When can I fall asleep holding you?" At the time, the bereaved family claimed the other party was Kim Soo-hyun and released image files containing Kim Soo-hyun's photo and name.

Police conducted an exhaustive investigation into nearly 200 KakaoTalk screenshots saved by Kim Sae-ron on N Cloud. While most of them were saved alongside the sender's name, about ten screenshots showed the chat partner as "Unknown," which included the controversial 2016 KakaoTalk messages. After comparing the "Unknown" chat logs with conversations showing real names and analyzing texting styles, police reportedly identified the sender as celebrity "A."

According to Dispatch, police conducted forensic examinations on devices used by Kim Sae-ron, including an iPhone 7, iPhone 8, iPhone SE, and iPhone 13 mini, but found no material proving a romantic relationship with Kim Soo-hyun. On the iPhone 7 she used between 2017 and 2018, phone calls with Kim Soo-hyun occurred only three times. During that same period, she was found to have maintained close relationships with at least four men, and Kim Soo-hyun was not among them, the outlet reported.

Police have also reportedly secured a statement from an internal Hover Lab employee who claimed that prior to the press conference, "Kim Se-ui ordered that 'Unknown' be changed to 'Kim Soo-hyun.'"

Meanwhile, CEO Kim Se-ui has been detained and is currently on trial on charges including defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act, violations of the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment, etc. of Sexual Crimes (such as the distribution of photographs taken with cameras), intimidation, and attempted coercion. Prosecutors determined that Kim broadcast allegations regarding Kim Soo-hyun dating a minor more than 25 times, earning a total of 169.4 million won, which includes 115 million won in advertising revenue and 54.4 million won in viewer donations. 

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Actor Yoo Jae-myung makes a surprise confession in front of director Jang Hang-jun, revealing that his "dream is to be a film director."

Premiering on Thursday, October 15, SBS's new variety show "Maestro Jang" is a secret audition program where Jang Hang-jun—who was at times pathetic and at times servile, but more brilliant than anyone—sets out to cast top actors in his autobiographical film "Maestro Jang." Expectations are high for the witty, back-and-forth banter between director Jang Hang-jun and top stars.

With Yoo Jae-myung and Lee Sun-bin appearing as the first guests, Yoo Jae-myung provokes Jang Hang-jun with an unexpected confession.

Yoo Jae-myung confesses, "This is the first time I'm revealing this, but my dream is to be a film director," adding with a meaningful smile, "I realized my dream because of Jang Hang-jun." To this, Kim Poong slyly retorted, "Do you mean, 'If Jang Hang-jun can do it, why couldn't I?' Is that what you're thinking?", drawing laughter.

Jang Hang-jun joked, "I'm glad Yoo Jae-myung didn't become a director. It would have just added another competitor." In response, Yoo Jae-myung offered flattering praise, placing Jang Hang-jun on par with world-renowned master director Martin Scorsese. While Jang Hang-jun showed satisfaction at Yoo Jae-myung's words, he followed up with a self-inflicted reality check, saying, "When people say I lack directing skills, I'm doubtful myself, so I can't laugh and it gets under my skin."

Meanwhile, production company CEO Song Eun-i revealed ambitious hopes, saying, "Jang Hang-jun's next project is aiming for Cannes and the Academy Awards," while also reportedly putting the brakes on Jang Hang-jun's runaway swagger, adding, "However, Jang Hang-jun needs to watch what he says."

SBS's new cinematic talk variety show "Maestro Jang" will premiere on Thursday, October 15, at 9:00 PM on SBS.

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Singer Ailee is making a fresh start with "Ailee Band."

Ailee Band will release their first single, "Feelings," on October 13 at 6 p.m. The track is in the modern rock genre. Marking 14 years since her debut, Ailee is opening a new chapter with a co-ed band that she personally planned and produced.

A nationwide tour will follow. Ticket sales will open on NOL TICKET on October 13 at 8 p.m. Ailee Band will kick off their solo concert tour, "I AM : WE ARE," on November 21 at NOL THEATER Hapjeong Dongyang Life Hall in Seoul. The tour is scheduled to take place across a total of four cities, including Seoul, Busan, Daegu, and Daejeon.

Ailee Band recruited members through social media for the month of February and was formed after hundreds of applicants competed. Ailee personally watched and evaluated every applicant's video, sharing the selection process through the YouTube channel "Ailee Music." Ailee takes on vocals, while Ok Seong-min serves as leader and drummer, Bae Jae-yong plays guitar, Lee Hyeon-seong plays keyboards, and Ahn Seong-ju plays bass.

Ailee Band made their debut performance in August on KBS 2TV's "Immortal Songs." They received a standing ovation after performing Choi Baek-ho's "Run."

A representative for Ailee Band stated, "Starting with the release of our first single, we plan to explore our musical direction and expand our scope of activities. Please look forward to what kind of music and stages we will create to build a color uniquely our own."

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