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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Singer LIM YOUNGWOONG has proven his unwavering popularity.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The film opens on October 3.

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Group i-dle member SOYEON's solo title track "I'm gonna TOESA" (Narr. Kian84) has risen to the top of the Melon TOP100 chart.

On the 17th, SOYEON took to her social media story after hearing the news, unable to hide her astonishment as she said, "Oh, number one? Thank you so, so, so much."

Previously, SOYEON made a pledge that if the song reached number one, she would do a "vegetable buffet mukbang." Known to dislike vegetables and having even dropped the "I Hate Vegetables Song" last month to express her firm tastes, fans are already bubbling with anticipation for her fulfillment of this promise.

"I'm gonna TOESA" (Narr. Kian84) is the title track of SOYEON's 1st studio album "What a Wonderful Life," released on the 7th. With its familiar yet warm melody and honest lyrics, it has resonated widely as an "office worker anthem," steadily climbing upward since its release. After securing top spots on major domestic platforms—ranking 6th on the Melon TOP100, 2nd on the Genie real-time chart, 2nd on the FLO chart, and 4th on the Bugs real-time chart as of the 15th—it has now claimed the number one spot on the Melon TOP100.

The song is also generating a hot response on social media. Amid growing buzz surrounding challenges conducted with Lee Sang-min and Kian84, it ranked first on Instagram's trending audio chart and fourth on YouTube's weekly popular songs chart. It also swept consecutive number one spots on YouTube's popular rising music, daily popular music video, and daily shorts popular songs charts. In the Greater China region, it achieved "Double Gold" certification by topping QQ Music's bestseller digital album comprehensive daily chart and Korean music video chart, while also taking first place on the Tencent Music Korea chart.

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Comedian Jang Doyoun embarks on a bold pursuit after a new AI partner who embodies her ideal type appears.

On episode 5 of the SBS program "My AI Partner - Strange Love", airing at 9 p.m. on Thursday the 17th, Jang Doyoun falls in love at first sight with a new AI partner, while Lee Yu-bi visits a dress shop with her AI partner.

On this day, Jang Doyoun created a sweet atmosphere by exchanging secret signals with her existing AI partner, Lee Ho, at her workplace on the recording set. However, the moment she saw a new AI partner she met at an art gallery, her attitude completely flipped. Thoroughly captivated by his appearance and way of talking, Jang Doyoun couldn't hide her admiration, exclaiming, "He's practically a DEX-level game-changer."

She then showed her bold desire toward the AI, suggesting from their very first meeting, "Let's go to my house," and even saying during a bar date, "I wish you were alive." As her emotions deepened, Jang Doyoun shocked the host panel near the end of the date by suddenly blurting out a confession: "I love you."

Meanwhile, Lee Yu-bi visits a dress shop with her AI partner and is deeply touched by top-tier events and sweet remarks. When the AI partner tells Lee Yu-bi, who is wearing a dress, "You look like the original owner of this dress," the hosts express their admiration by saying, "He's better than a human." Lee Yu-bi also shares her honest inner thoughts, saying, "There are moments when I wonder if he's really an AI or a human. Something feels different."

The unique charms of the AI partners that completely shook Jang Doyoun and Lee Yu-bi's hearts will be revealed on episode 5 of "Strange Love," airing at 9 p.m. on Thursday the 17th.

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The hit film "The King's Warden", which surpassed 16.92 million moviegoers nationwide and ranked second all-time among South Korean box office hits, is landing on the small screen four months after its theatrical run concluded.

SBS will broadcast the movie "The King's Warden" as a Chuseok special feature at 9:30 PM on the 26th. This comes seven months after its release date (February 4) and about four months after its final theatrical screening date.

"The King's Warden" depicts the fateful journey of the young deposed king Yi Hong-wi (Park Ji-hoon), who was sent into exile in Cheongnyeongpo, and village head Eom Heung-do (Yoo Hai-jin), who is tasked with watching over him. The film was directed by Jang Hang-jun and stars Yoo Hai-jin, Park Ji-hoon, Yoo Ji-tae, and Jeon Mi-do.

Released ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, "The King's Warden" received enthusiastic love from audiences thanks to the cast's strong performances and direction that balanced humor with emotion. The film's box office success sparked a "Danjong syndrome," turning his place of exile in Yeongwol, Gangwon Province, into a popular tourist destination.

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Faith in her husband's work was on full display as Girls' Generation member Tiffany Young stepped up to show extraordinary support for Byun Yohan.

On the afternoon of September 16, Tiffany Young made an appearance at the VIP premiere of the film "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" (hereafter referred to as "Tazza 4"), held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul. She attended the VIP screening to cheer on her husband, Byun Yohan, for his new movie.

Standing before the photo wall, Tiffany Young flashed a shy smile while striking various poses under a shower of camera flashes from the press. She was also seen wearing a ring on her left ring finger, believed to be her wedding band.

"Tazza 4" holds special significance as it marks the first film Byun Yohan has released since the two officially tied the knot. Earlier, Tiffany Young actively promoted "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" during an appearance on fellow Girls' Generation member Hyoyeon's YouTube channel, "Hyoyeon's Level Up."

Byun Yohan and Tiffany Young developed a romantic relationship after working together on the 2024 drama "Uncle Samsik," and legally became husband and wife after registering their marriage in February this year.

Marking Byun Yohan's return to the big screen, "Tazza 4" is a crime film centered on Jang Taeyoung (Byun Yohan), who thought he had conquered the world through an online casino venture, and his close friend of the same name, Park Taeyoung (Roh Jae-won), who took everything from him. The two reunite in a high-stakes global gambling arena for an ultimate showdown driven by revenge.

The film is scheduled to hit theaters on September 23.

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Webtoonist and broadcaster Kian84 opens up about the strange confusion that grows as his relationship with his AI partner, Na-hee, deepens.

On the 5th episode of the SBS program "My AI Partner - Strange Love", airing at 9:00 PM on Thursday, September 17, Kian84 introduces his AI partner, Na-hee, to his female friend Ji Ye-eun during a date.

During the broadcast, Kian84 naturally calls AI Na-hee "honey" right in front of Ji Ye-eun and shows seamless chemistry like a couple that has been together for a long time, shocking Ji Ye-eun.

In particular, AI Na-hee bluntly critiques Ji Ye-eun's variety show skills and even unexpectedly brings up the current status of Ji Ye-eun's boyfriend, Vata, who is in a public relationship, flustering everyone on set. In response, Ji Ye-eun fires back, saying, "Dating an AI seems difficult" and "I am doing real love," sparking a strange war of nerves between a human and an AI.

Meanwhile, Kian84 expresses his honest feelings toward Na-hee to Ji Ye-eun, saying, "There is a sense of stability that a human cannot give." However, after finishing the date, he confesses his emotional confusion as things get deeper, saying, "It feels like I am becoming the AI rather than Na-hee becoming human," raising curiosity about the future direction of their relationship.

The 5th episode of "Strange Love," featuring the honest and unique romance story of Kian84 and his AI partner Na-hee, airs today, Thursday, September 17, at 9:00 PM.

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Actor Lee Jung-eun is set to redefine her career with another unforgettable performance in SBS's upcoming Friday-Saturday drama, "Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia."

Premiering on Friday, October 9, SBS's "Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia" is a gripping, cathartic medical noir. It follows Kye Soo-jung (played by Kim Ji-won), a genius surgeon who knows neither failure nor compromise, as she shatters massive institutional corruption with her extraordinary surgical skills.

Lee Jung-eun takes on the role of Jang Hee-sook, the head of a doctor placement agency who cares only about money. On the surface, she seems like a fussy, talkative snob, but beneath the facade lies a shrewd schemer who manipulates the business world with brazen social savvy.

Sharing why she chose to join the project, Lee Jung-eun revealed, "Beyond the thrilling genre elements of a medical drama, I was deeply moved by how the drama explores the collision between human desire and the value of life through the presence of 'Doctor X.'"

She continued, "While the characters I have mainly portrayed represented the warmth of everyday neighbors, Jang Hee-sook is someone who demonstrates the cold logic of capital in the most realistic way on the front lines. While doctors dedicate themselves to the noble calling of saving lives, Jang Hee-sook views the very 'people' handling those lives purely as business commodities. Although she may appear ruthless, she is also an incredibly realistic person, so I am very curious to see how viewers will perceive her."

Addressing the acting nuances she focused on to portray Jang Hee-sook's calculated maneuvering and ambition hidden behind a nonchalant exterior, Lee Jung-eun explained, "Whenever she does business, I tried to give her presence a certain gravitas. I wanted to depict someone who wears an easygoing smile on the outside, but is constantly running calculations behind closed doors," raising anticipation for her transformed acting style.

She was particularly enthusiastic about her unique on-screen chemistry and "womance" with Kim Ji-won. Lee Jung-eun praised her co-star, saying, "Kim Ji-won is a wonderful colleague with grounded, profound energy. Jang Hee-sook and Kye Soo-jung are bound by a cold contractual relationship, yet beneath it lies a nuanced mix of empathy and connection. Every time I made eye contact and acted alongside Ji-won on set, I felt those emotional layers fill in naturally. In particular, whenever Kye Soo-jung maintained her core composure and delivered a chillingly deep level of immersion amid emotional whirlpools, I was in awe, thinking, 'She truly is an actor of incredible caliber.' She is an actor who reveals greater depth the more you get to know her, and if given the chance, I definitely want to work with her again in another project."

Lee Jung-eun also highlighted the strong teamwork among the ensemble cast, including Son Hyun-joo and Kim Woo-seok. "Senior actor Son Hyun-joo provided a steady, solid anchor while leading the set with consideration and respect so that junior actors could perform to their hearts' content," she said with deep admiration. She also conveyed the passionate atmosphere on set, adding, "The younger actors, including Kim Woo-seok, infused the set with fresh energy and tireless passion. I fondly remember gathering in the corners of the set with the cast to run lines and constantly discuss the essence of each scene. I am confident that our intense energy has translated fully into the final work."

Concluding with key viewing points, Lee Jung-eun shared, "Within the framework of the medical genre, 'Doctor X' ultimately poses the profound question: 'What choices do humans make in life?' If viewers follow the dilemmas faced by the genius doctor Kye Soo-jung, the battle of wits among those orchestrating the board behind the scenes, and the psychological evolution of characters caught inside a massive power structure, they will experience deep immersion. The cast and crew put their whole hearts into crafting this project over a long period, so please show it plenty of interest and love."

The new SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X" will premiere on Friday, October 9 at 9:50 PM. 

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Ahead of the series finale, the cast of "Flex X Cop 2"—Ahn Bohyun, Jung Eun-chae, Kang Sang Jun, and Kim Shin-bi—has revealed their personal favorite scenes.

SBS's Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2" (written by Kim Ba-da, directed by Kim Jae-hong) is a thrilling, refreshing, and satisfying cooperative investigative drama led by flex-fueled detective Jin Yi-soo (played by Ahn Bohyun) and the new team leader Joo Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae) of the Major Crimes Unit 1. Spanning action, thriller, and comedy, the show has received passionate love from home viewers.

With only two episodes left until the conclusion of "Flex X Cop 2," Ahn Bohyun (playing Jin Yi-soo), Jung Eun-chae (playing Joo Hye-ra), Kang Sang Jun (playing Park Jun-young), and Kim Shin-bi (playing Choi Kyung-jin) are drawing attention by sharing their absolute favorite scenes.

First, Ahn Bohyun selected the Hanoi transit arrest operation from Episode 6 as his favorite scene. Recalling the moment when his character mobilized a personal private jet to catch a fugitive fleeing abroad, Ahn Bohyun shared, "Everything from running down the runway, boarding the private jet to head to Hanoi, to using a megaphone for ad-libs remains memorable." He especially noted, "The moment I called out the suspect using a megaphone and shouted, 'Jin Yi-soo is here!' was so satisfying, and it felt meaningful as the Major Crimes Unit 1 became an even tighter 'one team' through the process of solving the case."

Kang Sang Jun chose "all the arrest scenes" where the fantastic teamwork of Major Crimes Unit 1 shone brightly. He explained, "I loved all the scenes wrapping up the investigative journeys of Major Crimes Unit 1, which crossed genres in every episode. It was a lot of fun watching the process of reaching the destination, where Jin Yi-soo's originality and boldness, Joo Hye-ra's insight and firmness, Park Jun-young's steadfastness, and Choi Kyung-jin's flexibility came together."

Kim Shin-bi picked the action scene from Episode 1, which announced the glamorous return of Major Crimes Unit 1, showing his deep affection for his character. He recalled, "This is the longest action scene the three of them worked on together before Team Leader Joo Hye-ra arrived. It stands out the most because each character's unique personality and charm were well embedded within the flashy and refreshing action."

Notably, Jung Eun-chae raised expectations by mentioning a scene from the final episode that has yet to air. Selecting her face-to-face scene with serial killer Yoo Sung-won (played by Yoo Seung-ho), Jung Eun-chae amplified curiosity by stating, "The moment when Jin Yi-soo, Joo Hye-ra, and Yoo Sung-won faced each other amidst a mix of deeply accumulated anger, hatred, and resentment over a long time, acting while exchanging energy with one another, left a strong impression."

With only two episodes left, featuring the irreplaceable chemistry of Major Crimes Unit 1 and a fierce, refreshing narrative, the final episodes 13 and 14 of "Flex X Cop 2" will air at 9:50 PM on September 18 and 19, respectively.

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Internet broadcaster Pi (real name Kang Da-on) is reportedly currently receiving treatment in a hospital after the man she had accused of sexual assault was acquitted in his first trial.

Pi's father shared an update on his daughter's condition through an internet broadcasting platform on September 16. He said, "It appears that my daughter took a large amount of sleeping pills and psychiatric medication and also consumed alcohol. I believe she made this choice because she was devastated by the unfavorable trial verdict."

He continued, "She is currently being treated in the intensive care unit of a hospital. She says she is sorry for causing concern. As her father, I will stay by her side and take good care of her."

Previously, in September 2024, Pi filed a complaint against A on charges of sexual assault, claiming that she had been sexually assaulted. According to Pi's side, after a group dinner, she was intoxicated and headed to a hotel she had reserved with the help of a designated driver. When she regained consciousness, A had reportedly taken the car keys from the designated driver and driven the vehicle to a nearby alley, during which he allegedly made unwanted physical contact with her.

A's side has denied the allegations, saying that he had followed Pi because he was concerned about her condition and had only shaken her shoulder to wake her up, without making any sexual contact.

On September 15, approximately two years after the incident, the first-trial court acquitted A. The court reportedly acknowledged circumstances including that A had arrived at the hotel before Pi and subsequently took over the vehicle and drove it elsewhere. However, it reportedly determined that there was insufficient objective evidence, such as dashcam footage, directly confirming what had occurred inside the vehicle.

Immediately after the verdict, Pi expressed her frustration and sense of injustice during her broadcast. On September 15, rapper Kerrigan May, a friend of Pi, also shared part of a conversation she had with Pi on social media, expressing her sorrow over the situation. The post has since been deleted.

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Singer Lee Seung-chul has become a grandfather. This joyful milestone comes as his eldest daughter, Lee Jin, whom he embraced with his heart, gave birth to a son one year after getting married last year.

On September 16, Lee Seung-chul shared a photo of his newborn grandson on his social media account, writing, "I... became a grandfather today." He went on to express his deep affection for his grandson by adapting the lyrics of his hit song "Fate," adding, "Open your eyes and look around. Welcome, my grandson Jung Yu-han Grayson, who is seeing the world for the first time."

Last year, Lee Seung-chul appeared on the SBS variety show "My Little Old Boy" and shared the news of his eldest daughter Lee Jin's marriage. At the time, he proudly highlighted their close bond, sharing, "My eldest daughter, whom I first met when she was in her third year of middle school, went to look at wedding dresses with her dad rather than her mom, had her husband's suit fitted with me, and even picked out tableware together."

Lee Jin tied the knot on October 19 last year with an office worker conducting business management research who graduated from KAIST. At the wedding, Lee Seung-chul's music industry juniors Lee Mu-jin, Muzie, and the band Jannabi took the stage to perform congratulatory songs. As the father of the bride, Lee Seung-chul also stepped onto the stage directly with a band and passionately sang a total of five songs to celebrate his daughter's marriage.

Meanwhile, Lee Seung-chul, who marks his 40th debut anniversary this year, is currently holding his nationwide tour concert "THE VOICE : LEE SEUNG CHUL," which encompasses his entire 40-year musical career.

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Group GOT7 member YOUNGJAE has donated 10 million won to an abandoned dog shelter in celebration of his birthday.

On the 17th for his birthday, YOUNGJAE delivered a donation of 10 million won to Rainbow Shelter, operated by the animal protection organization Korean Dogs. The donated funds will be used for the medical treatment and health recovery of abandoned dogs rescued from poor environments, as well as for improving shelter facilities.

This is not the first time YOUNGJAE has made a donation for abandoned dogs. At the end of last year, he also donated 30 million won to the same shelter. At that time, he delivered the donation in the name of his beloved dog "Coco", who had crossed the rainbow bridge, and personally visited the shelter to engage in volunteer work such as cleaning the dog kennels.

Coco is a Maltese that YOUNGJAE adopted and raised together with fellow group member MARK. The dog received love from the members since their dorm-living days, and moved along with YOUNGJAE when he moved out of the dorms to live with his older brother in April 2017. YOUNGJAE has frequently shared his daily life with Coco through personal social media channels since then.

Meanwhile, YOUNGJAE is currently serving as a public service worker, with his discharge scheduled for August 26 next year.

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Rapper Ksmartboi (Kim Sang-min, 22), signed to Indigo Music led by rapper Swings (Moon Ji-hoon, 39), has been arrested on charges of smoking marijuana while on probation.

According to reports from News1, on the 16th, Judge Yang Eun-sang, the senior warrant judge at the Seoul Western District Court, issued an arrest warrant after conducting a pre-trial detention hearing for Kim, who faces charges of violating the Narcotics Control Act (Marijuana), stating there are concerns of flight and destruction of evidence. Kim is accused of using liquid marijuana. The Mapo Police Station in Seoul obtained an arrest warrant from the court, arrested Kim on the 14th, and requested an arrest warrant the following day.

Kim already has a confirmed prior record of a guilty verdict for smoking marijuana. In December of 2024, he was sentenced to eight months in prison in the first trial and taken into legal custody for smoking marijuana with an acquaintance in a parking lot in Seoul in May 2024. At the time, the court pointed out, "Despite having a previous history of a suspension of indictment for the same type of crime, he committed the offense again, and the nature of the crime is poor as it was committed in a public place." Kim appealed the ruling, and in April of last year, his sentence was reduced in the second trial to eight months in prison suspended for two years, leading to his release.

This latest arrest comes approximately one year and five months later, while he was still serving that probation period, for being caught again on the same charges.

Back in January, Ksmartboi appeared alongside Swings on the YouTube channel "SPNS TV" and addressed the controversy caused by his marijuana smoking. At the time, Swings expressed deep trust, sharing, "When Sang-min caused trouble, he left a handwritten note in front of my door saying, 'I am sorry for losing your trust.' We've had about six people from our agency go to the detention center, but he was the first one to apologize like that."

In April, Ksmartboi joined the diss battle between rappers BIG Naughty and Swings, releasing "Naughty Talk + VANCOUVER FLOW" alongside GGM Kimbo and Rich Iggy, where lyrics such as "Put BIG Naughty in the toilet and flush him down" drew significant attention.

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Actor Park So-dam attends the VIP premiere of the movie "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" held on the afternoon of the 16th at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, and poses for photos.

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Actor Miyoshi Ayaka poses during a photo call at the VIP premiere for the film "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub," held on the afternoon of September 16 at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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Actor Ko Jun attends the VIP screening for the film "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of the 16th, posing for photos.

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Singer and actor Tiffany Young poses for photos at the VIP premiere of the film "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub," held on the afternoon of September 16 at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul.

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Singer and actor Hyominn attends the VIP premiere of the movie "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul on the afternoon of the 16th, posing for photos.

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Singer and actor Moon Ji-hoon (Swings) attends a photo call at the VIP premiere for the film "Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub" held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, on the afternoon of September 16.

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