▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Ha Ji-won will become the first Korean actor to stand on the mound at Fenway Park, the home stadium of the Boston Red Sox in Major League Baseball (MLB).

Ha Ji-won is scheduled to throw the ceremonial first pitch at the 2026 MLB regular season game between the Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles, held at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts, on July 21 (local time).

Fenway Park is a historic stadium that has represented Major League Baseball since its opening in 1912, and Ha Ji-won is the first Korean actor to take on the role of throwing the first pitch there. This first pitch was arranged as part of a global exchange connecting sports and entertainment, and it is drawing attention as a meaningful event that bridges Korean entertainment and Major League Baseball.

"I am very honored to be the first Korean actor to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Fenway Park, a historic stadium that represents Major League Baseball," Ha Ji-won said. "I want to show a great performance as I have practiced hard. I hope to deliver winning energy to the Boston Red Sox players, and I also hope it will be a meaningful time for the Korean residents and baseball fans from all over the world who are there at the scene."

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

The highly anticipated film "Assassins," starring Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho, has finally unveiled its teaser trailer.

"Assassins" follows the investigation into the suspicious circumstances and the mastermind behind the assassination attempt on the First Lady, an event that shocked South Korea on August 15, 1974.

The released teaser trailer begins by capturing the attention of the audience with the chaotic scene at the Liberation Day ceremony, where a single gunshot shatters the silence and turns the event into a scene of devastation. The trailer then introduces the three protagonists: detective 'Cheol-gu' (Yoo Hai-jin), who fiercely pursues the truth hidden behind the incident; journalist 'Jae-hwan' (Park Hae-il), who strives to make the truth heard despite immense external pressure; and rookie reporter 'Young-il' (Lee Min-ho), who finds himself caught in the center of the mystery after witnessing the event firsthand. The trailer highlights the intense pursuit of these three individuals as they seek the truth from their respective positions.

Yoo Hai-jin anchors the film with his sharp gaze and commanding presence, densely portraying the inner world of detective 'Cheol-gu'. Park Hae-il completes the character of 'Jae-hwan', a man with unwavering conviction, through his signature restrained acting, adding significant weight to the film.

In addition, Lee Min-ho showcases a new, deeper side of his acting, vividly portraying the grit and passion of 'Young-il'. As the mysterious circumstances surrounding the incident and the precarious moments facing the characters intersect rapidly, curiosity grows regarding the outcome of their pursuit of the truth.

"Assassins" follows the process of individuals who witnessed and recorded the events of that day as they persistently pursue the truth from their own positions, meticulously digging into the hidden side of the incident. In particular, the delicate and dense direction of director Hur Jin-ho, combined with the unparalleled acting ensemble of Korea's representative actors Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho, is raising high expectations.

"Assassins" is scheduled to be released in theaters this Chuseok. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Lee Do-hyun is set to return to the big screen with the film "Nambeol".

"Nambeol" is a hard-boiled martial arts action film set in the early Joseon Dynasty. It follows nine warriors, each with different skills and social classes, as they head to Tsushima Island to rescue captives kidnapped by Japanese raiders. With Lee Byung-hun and Go Youn-jung already confirmed for the cast, the addition of Lee Do-hyun completes a star-studded lineup.

This project is drawing significant attention as it marks the reunion of Lee Do-hyun and cinematographer Lee Mo-gae, who built a strong rapport while working on the 10-million-viewer film "Exhuma". Notably, this film serves as Lee Mo-gae's feature directorial debut.

Lee Do-hyun plays the character 'Bo-gyeong', a rugged warrior who stands at the vanguard of the punitive force. He is a complex figure who breaks through enemy lines with relentless action while possessing a deeper sense of camaraderie than anyone else. He is also expected to shine as the loyal right-hand man to the warriors' leader, 'Im-eok' (Lee Byung-hun), raising anticipation for the overwhelming acting synergy between the two.

"Nambeol" is garnering major interest as the first directorial work by Lee Mo-gae, who has showcased a unique mise-en-scène in high-profile films such as "12.12: The Day", "Exhuma", "Hunt", "Yadang", and "Emergency Declaration". Having been recognized for his exceptional sense of style with awards including the Art Award in the film category at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards, the Cinematography and Lighting Award at the 43rd and 37th Blue Dragon Film Awards, and the Cinematography Award at the 31st and 29th Blue Dragon Film Awards, he is expected to demonstrate his outstanding directing skills by capturing both grand narratives and intense action and visuals in this project.

With a star-studded cast including Lee Byung-hun, Go Youn-jung, and Lee Do-hyun, "Nambeol" is currently in pre-production with the goal of beginning filming in the second half of 2026.

Note: "Nambeol" is a romanization, as no official English title has been released yet.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

The first solo concert of the group CORTIS, which will celebrate its first anniversary next month, started off with a bang by selling out all tickets. However, fans expressed significant disappointment regarding the concert duration and the composition of the setlist.

CORTIS held their first world tour, "2026 CORTIS TOUR <PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN> IN INCHEON," at the Inspire Arena in Incheon on July 18 and 19. The concert title, "PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN," carries the concept of putting down mobile phones to fully immerse oneself in the stage, music, and the atmosphere of the venue.

Immediately after the performance, the agency stated, "The audience put down their phones and immersed themselves in the concert, and the venue was filled with high-purity sing-alongs," declaring the first concert a success. The members also shared their thoughts, saying, "We are grateful and happy to be able to fill such a large stage less than a year after our debut."

The concert focused on maximizing audience participation in a free atmosphere, and some evaluated it as an attempt to move away from the existing grammar of idol concerts and focus on the music and performance itself.

However, the reactions of fans who actually attended the concert were mixed. Reviews on online communities and social media continued, such as, "Compared to the ticket price of 143,000 KRW, the concert duration was short at about 1 hour and 40 minutes," "The representative song 'REDRED' was repeated 4 times, and 'YOUNGCREATORCREW' was repeated 5 times," and "There was a lack of elements expected from a solo concert, such as costume changes, VCRs, or cover stages."

CORTIS has released a total of 12 original songs through two albums so far. As there are not many released songs, the concert was filled with remixes and repetitive compositions, but some fans reacted by saying, "It felt like listening to the same song multiple times," "It was closer to a fan meeting than a concert," and "As it was the first solo concert, I expected a more diverse stage."

As the controversy surrounding the first day's performance spread, there were some changes on the second day. According to reviews from fans who attended the concert, CORTIS added various songs upon audience request during the encore, and the members' talk segments were longer than on the first day. The concert duration was also reported to be slightly longer at about 2 hours, and the encore stage was expanded.

However, the atmosphere was not that the disappointment raised on the first day had been completely resolved. Evaluations continued that there was no major change in the setlist composition other than the slightly increased concert time, and there were many opinions that disappointment remained in terms of the completeness and composition of the concert, considering the symbolism of it being their first solo concert since debut.

While some viewed the challenge of attempting a new concert grammar as meaningful, a significant number of audience members responded, "Regardless of the experiment, since a concert is a cultural product for which the audience pays, it should have met the expectations for basic running time, setlist, and stage composition."

Attention is focused on how CORTIS will reflect the reactions raised at the Incheon concert in their North American tour and the first anniversary commemorative concert to be held this coming August.

Meanwhile, CORTIS will perform a solo stage as the only K-pop boy group this year at "Lollapalooza Chicago" in the United States from July 31 to August 1 (local time). Afterward, they will continue their North American tour starting in Toronto, Canada, on August 4, and hold their first anniversary commemorative concert, "2026 CORTIS TOUR <PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN> BIRTHDAY PARTY," at Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University in Seoul on August 22 and 23.

Photo=Big Hit Music (HYBE) 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Lee Dong-wook is posing for photos at the press conference for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of July 20.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Jung Yoon-ha poses for photos at the press conference for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of July 20.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Jo Han-sun attends the production presentation for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of July 20.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Hyunri attends the photo session at the production presentation for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of July 20.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Kim Min attends the press conference for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of the 20th, and poses for the cameras.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Kim Hye-jun is participating in a photo session at the press conference for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of the 20th.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Director Lee Kwon (from left), and actors Okada Masaki, Hyunri, Kim Min, Jung Yun-ha, Geum Hae-na, Jo Han-sun, Kim Hye-jun, and Lee Dong-wook are posing for photos at the production presentation for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of the 20th.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Okada Masaki is posing for photos at the press conference for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of the 20th.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Keum Hae-na attends the production presentation for the Disney+ series "A Shop for Killers" Season 2, held at the Conrad Seoul Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on the morning of July 20, and participates in a photo session.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

YouTube creators Psick Univ, including comedians Lee Yong-ju, Jung Jae-hyung, and Kim Min-su, visited Rwanda to support the first day of kindergarten for local children.

ChildFund Korea announced on July 20 that Psick Univ participated in the 'Follow the Friend to Africa' campaign to support early childhood education in Rwanda and donated 10 million KRW to assist local children.

ChildFund Korea has been conducting early childhood education support projects in Rwanda since 2016. They help with the care and growth of local children by operating early childhood centers, providing play-based education, improving educational environments, supplying uniforms and school supplies, and conducting health checkups. This 'Follow the Friend to Africa' campaign was organized to help Rwandan children who are in blind spots of education and care attend early childhood centers and grow up healthy.

Psick Univ contributed by participating in the production of campaign content while also donating 10 million KRW. This is the second time Psick Univ has participated in an overseas child support campaign with ChildFund Korea, following their participation last year.

Previously, Psick Univ participated in the 'Follow the Friend to Bangladesh' campaign to prevent the closure of the Bridge School in Bangladesh and donated 10 million KRW separately.

At that time, the campaign utilized YouTube content featuring Psick Univ's signature humor to generate 8,615 support messages and 95 million KRW in annual donations, helping to keep the Bridge School in operation.

Psick Univ stated, "We hope that many people will join us in this good cause for the Rwanda campaign, which follows last year's, to help open the first day of school for these children." They added, "As the full team of Psick Univ is participating this year, we will strive to share the meaning of the campaign with more people and spread positive influence."

ChildFund Korea Chairman Hwang Young-gi said, "We will continue our early childhood support projects so that Rwandan children can start their learning journey in a safe space." He added, "We hope many people will support the children's future through the content and campaign with Psick Univ."

The 'Follow the Friend to Africa' campaign will officially begin on August 27. The YouTube content is scheduled to be released on the official ChildFund Korea YouTube channel, starting with the first episode at 6 PM on the same day, and will consist of a total of 4 episodes released every Thursday. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

The world-class presence of BTS shone even at the World Cup final.

Popular YouTuber iShowSpeed, who has over 58 million subscribers, could not hide his joy upon meeting BTS. The status of these global stars was further solidified as football legends David Beckham and Ronaldinho, as well as pop star Justin Bieber, approached them first to greet them.

BTS performed at the halftime show of the "2026 FIFA World Cup" final, held at the New Jersey stadium in the United States on July 19 (local time). Intense interest in BTS continued backstage, where stars gathered before and after the performance.

American streamer iShowSpeed, who has approximately 58 million YouTube subscribers and cheered while watching the BTS halftime performance, could not contain his excitement when he spotted BTS during his live broadcast.

He repeatedly shouted, "Oh my god, BTS!" and "Wait, wait!" as he ran toward the members, hugging each one to express his delight. He continued to repeat, "I'm a huge fan," and, unable to control his joy, even performed a backflip, turning the scene into a sea of laughter. Even after taking a commemorative photo together, he continued to exclaim, "Oh my God!" showing his overwhelmed reaction.

iShowSpeed is well-known for being a fan of BTS. He previously released a video of himself dancing to the hit song "Dynamite" by BTS.

iShowSpeed was not the only one sending "love calls" to BTS. Football star David Beckham requested a photo first, and pop star Justin Bieber was captured approaching the members to greet them and share a hug. Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho also drew attention by appearing in a BTS T-shirt.

BTS served as the headliners for the first-ever halftime show in the history of this World Cup final, performing a football-themed version of "Dynamite" and gracing the finale stage alongside Coldplay, Shakira, and Justin Bieber. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Popular US talk show host Jimmy Fallon shared his support for BTS as he watched their halftime show performance at the World Cup final in real-time.

On July 20, Fallon posted two photos on his Instagram showing him watching the halftime show of the '2026 FIFA World Cup' held at the New Jersey Stadium in the US on his television.

The photos show BTS performing their hit song "Dynamite" on the TV screen. Fallon posed in front of the TV, making a finger heart to cheer for the group.

Notably, he used "Dynamite" as the background music for his post and wrote, "Let's go! 갑시다! ¡Vamos!" The inclusion of the Korean phrase "갑시다!" alongside English and Spanish caught the attention of fans.

In response, BTS member J-HOPE left a comment saying, "Jimmy," to which Fallon replied with a heart emoji, showcasing their enduring friendship.

The bond between Fallon and BTS goes back a long way. Fallon previously highlighted the group through "BTS Week" on NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and helped lead their global craze with challenges like the "Dynamite" lyric-singing challenge. BTS also appeared on "The Tonight Show" as a full group this past March, marking their first appearance in about 4 years and 8 months. At the time, the members hugged Fallon and made headlines by gifting him indoor slippers while introducing him to the Korean culture of sitting on the floor.

Meanwhile, BTS performed at the halftime show of the '2026 FIFA World Cup' held at the New Jersey Stadium in New York, USA, on July 19 (local time). It was the first halftime performance in the history of the World Cup final, where they presented a soccer-themed version of their hit song "Dynamite" and graced the finale stage alongside Coldplay, Shakira, and Justin Bieber. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

The film "HOPE" topped the weekend box office, drawing over 1.5 million viewers nationwide.

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network for movie theater tickets on the 20th, "HOPE" drew 1,504,013 viewers nationwide from the 17th to the 19th. The cumulative number of viewers is 2,129,720.

Released on the 15th, "HOPE" surpassed 1 million viewers in 3 days and 2 million in 5 days, marking the fastest box office pace among films released this year.

Although opinions on the film have been divided since its early release, it is capturing the attention of audiences with its high level of buzz. Viewers are split between praise and criticism, which is stimulating the curiosity of potential audiences who have not yet seen the film.

"HOPE" is a blockbuster that invested over 50 billion won in production costs, a first for a Korean film. It was pre-sold to 200 countries worldwide at the Cannes Film Festival held last May, lowering its break-even point to the 7 million viewer range. Having drawn 2 million viewers in its first weekend, "HOPE" has turned on a green light toward surpassing its break-even point.

"HOPE" tells the story of Beom-seok (Hwang Jung-min), the head of the Hopohang branch office located in the Demilitarized Zone, who hears news of a tiger sighting from local youths and encounters an unbelievable reality as the entire village goes on high alert. The film is directed by Na Hong-jin, who created "The Chaser" and "The Wailing," and stars Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung, and Jung Hoyeon. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

BTS has made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, delivering a performance for the ages during the halftime show of the final match.

BTS appeared at the halftime show of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, held at the New Jersey Stadium in the United States on the 19th (local time). This marks the first time a halftime performance has been held at a World Cup final.

Following the performance, BTS shared their thoughts through their agency, Big Hit Music, stating, "The World Cup is a tournament we have enjoyed watching since we were young, so it is an honor to stand on the first-ever halftime show stage at the final. We are happy to be able to perform for a good cause, shouting out love alongside wonderful artists and children, and it feels like a dream." They added, "We believe we were able to reach this stage thanks to the influence of ARMY all over the world. We are truly grateful to everyone who watched."

On this day, BTS performed their hit song "Dynamite," which topped the US Billboard main single chart, the "Hot 100." Notably, they added to the significance of the final by modifying some of the original lyrics to include football-themed phrases such as "kick the ball" and "a game of football."

The members delivered their performance on an "Earth Ball" shaped structure installed in the center of the stadium, conveying a message of harmony and solidarity that transcends borders and cultures.

In the latter part of the performance, BTS returned to the stage to join Coldplay, Shakira, Justin Bieber, Sesame Street, the Muppets, and the PS22 Chorus from a public school in Staten Island, New York, to perform "We Dance," a song Coldplay worked on for this World Cup, bringing the show to a grand finale.

This halftime show was produced by the international advocacy organization Global Citizen and was organized to promote the purpose of the "FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund." The fund was established to expand educational opportunities and sports accessibility for children in underserved regions around the world.

Meanwhile, BTS concluded their "BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG'" European tour at the Stade de France in Paris, France, on the 18th. They held a total of 10 performances across five cities—Madrid, Spain; Brussels, Belgium; London, UK; Munich, Germany; and Paris, France—attracting approximately 717,000 spectators. They will continue their North American tour at MetLife Stadium in New York on August 1–2.

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Jang Young-nam has reunited with Andmarq, an agency that feels like home.

On July 16, Andmarq officially announced that they had signed an exclusive contract with actor Jang Young-nam. Having built deep trust while working together for a long time in the past, both sides have decided to walk the same path again after approximately two years. This decision was made possible by a deep understanding and strong bond that went beyond a simple business relationship.

Andmarq CEO Kwon Oh-hyun stated, "Good partners eventually meet again," and added, "Jang Young-nam is an actor with whom we have built deeper trust than anyone else during our time together. This reunion is more than just a contract; it is the result of our mutual trust being reconnected. We will provide our full support so that she can continue to encounter the best projects and characters."

Jang Young-nam has established herself as a top-tier actor who traverses film, television, and theater with solid acting skills and unparalleled screen presence. As she has received overwhelming support from the public and critics for her immersive performances and deep character interpretation regardless of the genre, attention is focused on the synergy she will create with Andmarq once again.

[Photo = Andmarq] 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Actor Jung Hoyeon has become the first Korean actor to grace the stage at the World Cup final. 

On July 19 (local time), she appeared at the pre-match event held just before the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA.

As a global ambassador for Louis Vuitton, Jung Hoyeon participated in the trophy trunk ceremony alongside world-renowned tennis player Carlos Alcaraz before the start of the final. She is the first Korean actor to participate in an official event at a World Cup final.

The trophy trunk ceremony, in which Jung Hoyeon participated, is one of the most iconic moments of the World Cup final. It is an event where the championship trophy enters the pitch through the official trophy trunk crafted by Louis Vuitton before being revealed to the stadium.

Jung Hoyeon, who is currently meeting audiences in Korea through the movie "HOPE", has once again solidified her global influence by appearing on the stage of the world's largest sporting event.

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

The three leads of "Lovers in Paris" promised to meet again.

On the July 19 broadcast of SBS "My Little Old Boy," Lee Dong-gun met with Kim Jung-eun for the first time in 20 years.

During the broadcast, the two stars, who were the leads of the drama "Lovers in Paris," reminisced about the show. Kim Jung-eun mentioned the ending, where it was revealed that everything was a novel written by the female lead, Taeyoung, which shocked the entire nation at the time. She said, "Many people were angry at me back then. They were angry asking why it was fake."

She continued, "Actually, I made excuses back then, but looking back now, if I were asked again, I would say I was wrong and apologize."

The two also recalled anecdotes involving the male lead, Park Shin-yang. Kim Jung-eun recalled, "This is the scene where senior actor Park Shin-yang sang 'Can I Love You,' but that song was decided suddenly. So, the senior actor didn't know the song well."

Kim Jung-eun added, "When we arrived on set, everyone was lying on the floor writing something. They were writing the prompter to be used when the senior actor sang," revealing the behind-the-scenes story of how they created the iconic scene with the help of a makeshift prompter.

Kim Jung-eun then asked Lee Dong-gun, "Weren't you a bit awkward with senior actor Park Shin-yang back then?" Lee Dong-gun replied, "To me at the time, he was such a perfect actor. It wasn't a role where I could say, 'Wow, I respect you so much.' So I focused on practice without even having time to get close, and I think that helped me a lot in my acting later," drawing attention. Hearing this, Kim Jung-eun also agreed that she received a lot of help in her acting from Park Shin-yang.

Kim Jung-eun then said, "But I was a bit angry because there was a scene where the two of you talked about what was good about Taeyoung. It was a scene where you were cutely criticizing her back and forth, but when I watched the broadcast, it was a mess with content that wasn't in the script. I was watching the broadcast and it felt strange, so I looked for the script, but there was no such story," questioning him about the ad-libs.

Lee Dong-gun revealed, "That was senior actor Park Shin-yang's idea. He wrote it all down for us to do," drawing attention.

After hearing this, Kim Jung-eun made a video call to Park Shin-yang, and for the first time in 20 years, the three leads of "Lovers in Paris" were captured in one frame.

Kim Jung-eun asked Park Shin-yang about the behind-the-scenes story of "Can I Love You." Park Shin-yang said, "I memorize it now," and added, "There was no song in the script. There was no song, and we decided to sing a song of our choice."

Kim Jung-eun asked why he chose a song he didn't even know the lyrics to, when he could have chosen his favorite song. Park Shin-yang explained the behind-the-scenes story of the song selection, saying, "I said I would sing 'My Way' because Han Ki-joo would sing it. But our staff was dead set against it. So we decided to have each person recommend 5 songs, and that song was finally chosen."

Kim Jung-eun then questioned them about the ad-lib scene between Lee Dong-gun and Park Shin-yang. Park Shin-yang tried to avoid answering, saying, "Hang up now." Kim Jung-eun asked, "They said you planned it all, what happened?"

Park Shin-yang said, "It's so hot here that I'm sweating, it's not that I'm nervous," and added, "Dong-gun laughed so much back then that we had an NG," pointing out that although he planned the ad-lib, Lee Dong-gun also agreed with it. Lee Dong-gun laughed and quickly smoothed things over, saying, "I did that because it was so different from the truth."

On this day, Kim Jung-eun also addressed the rumors that her husband looks a lot like Han Ki-joo, saying, "He does always wear glasses and suits."

Kim Jung-eun then revealed the story of her husband's proposal, saying, "My father-in-law passed away, so he suggested we visit the grave. So we went together, and he proposed there." Kim Jung-eun joked, "My husband told me later that when he asked me to marry him at my father-in-law's grave, I stayed still, but when he put a ring with a large stone on my finger, I shed tears," making everyone laugh.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Hyo-jung)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Pungja opened up about her struggles with a weight loss plateau.

On the July 19th episode of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," Pungja and Um Ji-yoon visited Han Hye-jin's home.

During the broadcast, Pungja mentioned she was hungry as soon as she entered Han Hye-jin's house. In response, Han Hye-jin teased her, saying, "Is the first thing you say as soon as you see me that you're hungry?"

Pungja replied, "I get hungry whenever I see you," to which Han Hye-jin retorted, "You've gained weight. You keep feeling hungry when you gain weight."

Pungja then shared her frustration, saying, "I'm not losing any more weight these days. I've hit a plateau. It's been two or three months now."

Having started her diet in February of last year, Pungja revealed she has lost 33kg over the past 1 year and 4 months, adding, "I've worked hard to lose it, but the number is still disappointing."

The "Mom-vengers" were amazed, commenting, "Her jawline is visible. Losing 33kg is like an elementary school student has come out of her."

Pungja continued to express her concerns, saying, "I've been in this plateau for about 3 months, and I haven't even lost 100 grams." Han Hye-jin advised, "You have to break what's called a set point to get the weight down."

Pungja replied, "If I could break it with sheer force, I would have already. It's driving me crazy." Han Hye-jin then shared her own diet expertise, noting, "It's really hard to break that. Usually, when a plateau hits, you have to go back to the most grueling exercise you've ever done," drawing attention.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Lee Da-hae has shared some joyful news.

On the July 19th broadcast of SBS's "My Little Old Boy," Lee Da-hae appeared as a special MC and drew attention.

On this day, Lee Da-hae announced her pregnancy after 3 years of marriage to Se7en. As this was her first broadcast appearance since the news of her pregnancy was revealed, Lee Da-hae said, "I am about 18 weeks along. The baby's nickname is Heaven, which combines 'Hae' from Lee Da-hae and 'ven' from Se7en."

Lee Da-hae, who also knows the gender of the baby, revealed that it is a girl and asked the panel of mothers, "They say the first daughter takes after the father. Is that really true?" The mothers replied, "It is often the case. You will see when you give birth," causing laughter.

When asked who she hopes the baby resembles, Lee Da-hae said, "I think it would be nice if she takes after my husband," to which Seo Jang-hoon responded, "Why are you worried? Both mom and dad are good-looking," drawing agreement from the others.

The show also revealed an AI-generated photo of the couple's future child. Everyone commented on how beautiful the virtual image was, saying, "She will be beautiful regardless of who she takes after."

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

What was the final call time adjusted by the members through their missions?

On the July 19 broadcast of SBS "Running Man," the "Commute Yaho" race unfolded.

On this day, the members earned coins based on mission results and used them to choose between a product vending machine and a time vending machine to determine their call time for the following week.

With the tentative call time set at 4:30 AM, the members were given the chance to draw from the machines. Yu Jae-seok chose a product instead of time this time around.

He had hoped for a tablet PC, but what he drew was a "wak-ppu-ball." The production team asked, "Are you going to take that without hiding it?" to which Yu Jae-seok replied, "Why would I hide this?" with a bewildered expression, drawing laughter.

Kim Jong-kook also chose a product instead of time. However, he could not hide his disappointment after drawing a scalp care device. He used his remaining coins to draw for time.

Kim Jong-kook said, "There is never anything good at the lucky number 7. I think number 9 will be okay," and pressed the time vending machine. He looked happy as he checked the result, making viewers curious about what time he had drawn. Song Jihyo also drew for time, raising expectations for the adjusted call time.

After the drawing concluded, the call time for the following week was revealed. A whopping 10 hours were added, adjusting the call time to 14:30. With Kim Jong-kook drawing a plus 7 and Song Jihyo drawing a plus 3, the call time was decided for 2:30 PM. The members expressed their frustration at the awkward call time, saying, "This is the worst."

Then, for the final mission, another opportunity to choose arose. Kim Jong-kook chose a product without hesitation. He was disappointed once again after drawing a 5,000 KRW gift certificate.

Yu Jae-seok tried to persuade the members to choose time, saying, "There is very little chance of getting pure gold as a product." However, Yang Sechan and Song Jihyo were satisfied with the current call time, saying, "I am fine with the afternoon."

Yang Sechan chose a product once again. Aiming for a jackpot, he surprisingly drew half a don of pure gold and could not hide his joy, saying, "Oh my, I will work hard. Today's recording is so great. How much am I earning today?"

Even after returning, he could not manage his expression, and the fact that he had drawn half a don of pure gold was discovered. Kim Jong-kook, who had drawn a 5,000 KRW gift certificate, was furious, and the other members were tempted by the prospect of winning products.

With the appearance of the half don of pure gold, the members drew products one after another. Jee Seokjin drew premium nutritional supplements, and Song Jihyo drew a washer fluid and battery set.

HAHA, who felt the afternoon time was the worst as a parent, chose time. Ji Yeeun and Yu Jae-seok also chose time. As a result, the final call time was confirmed for 8:30 AM.

The time was finalized as HAHA drew a minus 2, Ji Yeeun drew a plus 1, and Yu Jae-seok drew a minus 5. Yu Jae-seok, an early bird, and HAHA, a parent, were greatly satisfied, while the other members could not hide their disappointment at the earlier-than-usual time, drawing attention.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Hyo-jung)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Yu Jae-seok has recommended Kim Jong-kook as the president of the Korea Football Association.

On the July 19 broadcast of SBS "Running Man," the "Work Commute" race took place.

On this day, the members earned coins based on the results of their missions and used them to choose between a product vending machine and a time vending machine to determine their commute time for the following week.

The commute time determined by the first mission result was 4:30 AM. The members expressed their dissatisfaction, saying, "If it is going to be like this, it would be better to have a negative result and get around 1 AM. 4 AM or 5 AM is the most awkward time."

Kim Jong-kook agreed, saying, "1 AM is perfect. I could play soccer, do my laundry, and then head out. It fits perfectly." The members advised him to skip soccer for at least one week, but Kim Jong-kook explained why he could not, saying, "I really cannot skip it. I wait all week for it."

Hearing this, Song Jihyo also told Kim Jong-kook, "You should have days off sometimes," to which Kim Jong-kook replied, "You take a break, you!" revealing his extraordinary affection for soccer.

Yu Jae-seok then said, "I nominate Kim Jong-kook as the president of the Korea Football Association," and Kim Jong-kook showed his confidence by saying, "I would definitely do it well."

Jee Seokjin also recommended Kim Jong-kook for the position, saying, "I guarantee it. You can trust him with it." Kim Jong-kook drew laughter by adding, “I would not even need to take 10 won in salary.”

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Hyo-jung)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

What will the members' commute time be next week?

On the episode of "Running Man" aired on SBS on the 19th, the "Commute Yaho" race took place.

On this day, the members earned coins based on their mission results and used them to choose between a prize vending machine and a time vending machine to determine their commute time for the following week.

Ji Ye-eun, Yang Sechan, and Yu Jae-seok were the first to choose from the machines. Tempting prizes such as a high-end tablet PC, half a don of pure gold, and premium liquor enticed the members.

Yang Sechan chose a prize without hesitation. The gift he obtained from the prize vending machine was a luxury body wash set. Yang Sechan cheered at the prize worth over 100,000 KRW and walked away with the item hidden inside his baggy pants.

However, he was immediately caught during a body search by the members, which brought laughter. Regarding Yang Sechan's choice, Yu Jae-seok said, "It is statistically difficult to get a prize I actually like. It is better to pick the time," and chose the time machine.

Yu Jae-seok pulled a plus 1, pushing his commute time from 5:30 AM to 6:30 AM. However, the revealed commute time was 4:30 AM.

This was because Ji Ye-eun pulled a minus 2. Ji Ye-eun said, "I pressed the time button with good intentions, but it came out as a minus," looking dejected. However, the members joked, "You should have just picked a prize if it was going to be like this. At this hour, the camera might only come for 3 minutes," causing laughter.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Hyo-jung)

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Why did an 80 billion won asset holder die from cyanide poisoning?

The July 18 broadcast of the SBS program "Unanswered Questions" tracked the secrets surrounding the death of an 80 billion won asset holder.

On March 28, 2020, a car accident occurred near the Seojinju IC on the Tongyeong-Daejeon Expressway. The vehicle collided with a roadside barrier, drove diagonally, hit the median strip, and came to a stop against the roadside barrier again.

The driver had no visible external injuries but was found unconscious and was rushed to the emergency room. However, the driver passed away about an hour after the accident.

The driver was 63-year-old Kim Young-sook, a successful entrepreneur with assets worth 80 billion won. While it initially appeared that Kim died in a tragic car accident, an autopsy revealed the cause of death to be cyanide poisoning.

With more than three times the lethal dose of cyanide detected in her system, the question remained: why did Kim, who was on her way from her home to a vacation villa in the countryside, die from cyanide?

A witness to the accident stated that they felt a sudden thirst and took a sip from a water bottle in the passenger seat. They testified that they immediately spat it out because it tasted like industrial wastewater, a taste they had never experienced before. Based on this, the police suspected murder, speculating that the water in the bottle had been diluted with cyanide.

The witness handed the suspicious liquid to a paramedic, who then passed it to the hospital. The hospital staff delivered it to the family of Park, the victim's prospective daughter-in-law, who was at the hospital at the time. Park's mother later claimed to have discarded it.

The police analyzed CCTV footage from when Kim left her home and suspected that Park had placed the water bottle in Kim's vehicle. A search of Kim's home led to the discovery of cyanide in a tea container, a Japanese digestive medicine container, and Kim's handbag. Furthermore, Park's DNA and partial fingerprints were found on the tea and medicine containers, leading the police to identify Park as the primary suspect.

Before it was revealed that Kim had died of cyanide poisoning, Park had told Kim's son that she possessed cyanide, which she claimed to have obtained from a jewelry store. She had asked the son to keep this a secret.

However, after the cause of Kim's death was determined, the son recalled this conversation and reported it to the police. Contrary to what she had told Kim's son, Park denied ever making such a statement during police questioning. She even suggested that, given the circumstances and motive, Kim's son was more likely to be the real culprit.

Nevertheless, the police forwarded the case to the prosecution, charging Park with murder based on circumstantial evidence. In the first trial held last November, Park was acquitted.

The court did not accept the testimony of Kim's son and judged that the motive for the crime was insufficient. Additionally, the court determined that the DNA and fingerprints found on the cyanide containers in the residence could have been transferred during the police search, as officers did not have gloves and instead used plastic gloves found in the home, potentially causing cross-contamination.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

Will So Jisub be able to reunite with his daughter, Minji, after completing his new mission?

On the July 18th broadcast of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Agent Kim Reactivated", the story followed Agent Kim as he took on a new assignment.

The episode revealed that Agent Kim's repatriation to North Korea was a test orchestrated by Captain Jang. Captain Jang told him, "I have decided to use you once more, solely for the benefit of South Korea," and assigned him a new mission.

Captain Jang added, "If you succeed in this mission, I will make you a free man again. Your daughter, too. With a new identity."

Agent Kim, who agreed to take on the new mission assigned by Captain Jang, requested the release of Seong Han-su and Park Jin-cheol. He was confused to learn that the North Korean official he had to protect was Ri Eung-ryeong.

Agent Kim fled after escaping the North Korean soldiers pursuing Ri Eung-ryeong. He concluded that there must be an internal mole, as the safe house had been exposed too easily. He instructed Jeong Sang-ah, "Do not tell anyone until I contact you again. Not the Special Task Bureau, and not Captain Jang."

Joo Gang-chan, who was hunting Agent Kim out of anger for being outsmarted, contacted North Korean soldiers and used them to try and capture him. The Prime Minister contacted Captain Jang, who then ordered the Special Task Bureau to pursue Agent Kim.

Agent Kim intentionally went to the city center, where he met Park Jin-cheol and Seong Han-su. They were relieved to see each other and checked on one another's well-being.

At that moment, Ri Eung-ryeong appeared. Seeing the three men, Ri Eung-ryeong remarked, "Well, well, who is this? If it isn't the enemies of the Republic. You were such a headache back then, but it is quite reassuring to see you again here in South Korea."

Seong Han-su and Park Jin-cheol, upon learning that Agent Kim's final mission was to protect Ri Eung-ryeong, offered to help. However, Agent Kim told them not to worry about it, saying he would move once it got dark.

Just then, the Special Task Bureau stormed in. Ddang-gang-aji looked at them and mocked, "We have two North Koreans here. Is this a North-South joint team?" He then added, "You need to go back to your hometown."

Confused by the situation, Agent Kim asked what was going on. Ddang-gang-aji replied, "Can't you tell? We're taking down the commies. I never liked you from the start. This operation, and you, too."

He then threatened Agent Kim by holding Minji hostage, saying, "Your mission has failed," leaving viewers curious about what will happen next.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited

So Jisub rescued MINJI and surrendered.

On the July 17 episode of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Agent Kim Reactivated," the story followed Agent Kim as he returned home with MINJI.

On this day, Agent Kim and his friends rescued MINJI from the Special Task Bureau. While heading home, they were kidnapped by mysterious men. Joo Kang-chan, who did not know the true identity of Agent Kim, had ordered them to be brought to him.

Agent Kim and his friends systematically neutralized Joo Kang-chan's henchmen. After learning their identities, Agent Kim headed to the villa where Joo Kang-chan was holding MINJI captive.

Agent Kim asked his friends to look after MINJI, stating that he had unfinished business with Joo Kang-chan. Upon facing Agent Kim, Joo Kang-chan said, "I heard Manager Nam was taken down, so I thought it was some kind of trap or trick, but it wasn't. That is some impressive skill."

To this, Agent Kim asked, "Between the attempted cover-ups and the kidnapping, aren't you ashamed as a father?" Joo Kang-chan retorted, "I only did what I had to do as a father. We are no different. You also exercised all the power you had without seeing anything else just to find your daughter, and some people might have died in the process. Were you ashamed as a father then?"

Joo Kang-chan continued to mock Agent Kim, saying, "I will make you a good offer. Let's bury our bad blood and work under me. Would 100 million won a month be enough?" He added, "It is a sin for parents to be incompetent. What is the difference between having children when you have no ability and animals breeding? That is not parenting, it is abuse. Think carefully. What kind of father you will be for your daughter. I am showing you and your daughter mercy."

Hearing this, Agent Kim replied, "While coming here, I thought about what I should do with you. Now it is clear. For MINJI's sake, I will eliminate you," and proceeded to assault Joo Kang-chan.

Agent Kim persistently pursued and assaulted the fleeing Joo Kang-chan. However, at that moment, MINJI stopped him. Agent Kim ceased his rampage and said, "If you want to live, beg my daughter for forgiveness. With all your heart."

Joo Kang-chan then knelt before MINJI and Agent Kim, pleading, "I am sorry. I will apologize on behalf of our Hye-ri. Please forgive me with the same heart you have for raising your own daughter."

MINJI said, "Please turn yourself in, both you and Hye-ri," and Agent Kim looked at her with a satisfied expression before they returned home together.

Agent Kim celebrated MINJI's belated birthday. He then prepared for his separation from MINJI, as he had decided to surrender as promised to the Special Task Bureau.

MINJI asked, "Can't you just run away? If it is you, Dad, you could easily run away." Agent Kim shared his story, saying, "MINJI, I came from North Korea. I lived a very dangerous and rough life, but I changed after meeting your mother. I wondered if even someone like me could live a normal life."

When MINJI asked when they could meet again, Agent Kim predicted their future, saying, "I don't know. Maybe a very long time? Or perhaps we might not be able to see each other at all."

MINJI comforted him, saying, "Come back. I will wait. You can come back. You are my dad, so you can come back. I can wait alone. And I am not alone. You are not alone either, because you have me. I am okay. I can really, truly wait for you bravely on my own."

Agent Kim stated his conditions for surrender, asking the commander of the Cheonsan Unit to guarantee MINJI's safety. The commander accepted his conditions, saying, "Don't worry. I am a four-star general of the Republic of Korea."

Meanwhile, the end of the broadcast showed South Korean soldiers contemplating how to handle Agent Kim. Then, a scene was revealed where Agent Kim, having woken up from his sleep, was greeted by a North Korean soldier saying, "Welcome back to your homeland, 66," raising curiosity about what will unfold next.

※ Please note: This article was translated by AI and may contain errors.

▶Read the Full Story Now

▶ SBS News App Download

ⓒ SBS & SBS i : Unauthorized copy and/or redistributing of copyrighted materials prohibited