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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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Allegations have emerged that a male comedian who debuted through SBS's open recruitment program caused a disturbance at a bar and left without paying the bill. The bar owner has filed a complaint against him on suspicion of property damage and obstruction of business.

According to JTBC's "Crime Chief", which aired on the 16th, a man identified as A and his acquaintance, B, visited a whiskey bar near Hongik University Station in Mapo-gu, Seoul, at around 11 p.m. on the 2nd. While the two were drinking beer and whiskey, a foreign customer entered the bar, spoke with them, and offered to shake hands. B then allegedly became upset and asked, "Why are you touching me?"

Employees and the informant immediately stepped in to mediate, and the situation appeared to be resolved when the foreign customer left the bar. However, when the informant explained that the customer had not initiated contact to pick a fight, A allegedly became angry and said, "Why are you, a Korean, taking the foreigner's side?" He also allegedly hurled insults at the informant, including, "Why are you so rude?" and "I'll ruin your business."

The informant claimed, "A shouted, 'I'm a comedian who debuted through SBS's open recruitment program,' and asked, 'Are you looking down on me because I'm drinking beer instead of whiskey?' He continued to swear and behave aggressively, eventually throwing a beer glass onto the floor, so we called the police."

Even after police arrived, the situation reportedly continued. When a female employee weighing around 40 kilograms lightly touched A in an attempt to calm him down, A allegedly claimed that the contact had dislocated his shoulder, portraying himself as the victim.

B, who spoke with the "Crime Chief" production team, offered a different account of the incident. He claimed that the foreign customer had tried to enter the bar despite there being no available seats, and that he became angry because the owner had behaved rudely toward him. "I couldn't throw the glass at a person, so I threw it on the floor instead," he said.

Regarding the unpaid bill, B claimed, "The owner took away the drinks we were having and told us to leave, so we didn't pay."

The informant filed a complaint against A for property damage and obstruction of business over the broken beer glass. Legal action against B is also reportedly being considered over the allegation that he left without paying his bill.

Meanwhile, speculation about A's identity has been spreading online. However, A has not yet publicly commented on the allegations.

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Actor Yoo Seung-ho is delivering intense psychological thrills to the small screen with his compelling psychopath performance in "Flex X Cop 2."

Playing the role of psychopathic artist Yoo Sung-won in the SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2" (written by Kim Ba-da, directed by Kim Jae-hong), Yoo Seung-ho is shaking up the series by revealing a cruel nature hidden beneath his gentle face. Going beyond a simple special appearance, we look at three goosebump-inducing, iconic scenes of Yoo Seung-ho playing the main villain driving the core conflict.

#1 "How do you want to die?" (Episode 10)

With the fact revealed that all of Yoo Sung-won's models have gone missing, the scene where he hands spiked champagne to model Song Ah-reum (played by Lee Sae-rom) and asks, "How do you want to die?" vividly imprinted the character's chilling nature. In this scene, Yoo Seung-ho instantly froze the atmosphere on set with his cold tone and sharp gaze, which wiped away any trace of friendliness in an instant.

#2 "Just because I thought it would be fun" (Episode 12)

The moment it was revealed that Yoo Sung-won was the person who framed Jin Yi-soo (played by Ahn Bohyun) for the murder of Kim Young-hwan (played by Choi Dong-goo), his response to his mother Jung Tae-sun (played by Kim Hye-eun), who could not understand his cruel actions, saying, "Just because I thought it would be fun," reached the peak of madness. Yoo Seung-ho completed the twisted psychology of treating even wicked deeds as a game with an indifferent expression.

#3 "I am not someone a person like you can understand" (Episode 12)

After committing the eccentric act of murdering Jung Min-jae (played by Lim Jin-sub), a junior cherished by detective Joo Hye-ra (played by Jung Eun-chae), to warn her as she pursued his murders, his response to Joo Hye-ra demanding the reason by saying, "I am not someone a person like you can understand," left a deep impression on viewers. With an unwavering gaze, he maximized the cruelty of a character devoid of guilt.

With only two episodes left until the finale, attention is focused on what kind of end awaits Yoo Seung-ho, who is considered a stroke of genius for his special appearance in "Flex X Cop 2."

"Flex X Cop 2" will conclude with episodes 13 and 14, which will air at 9:50 PM on the 18th and 19th.

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Actor Park Hae-il has revealed the reason behind his four-year hiatus from acting.

Ahead of the release of "The Assassin(s)", Park met with reporters and was asked why he took a four-year break following "Decision to Leave" and "Hansan: Rising Dragon". He explained, "There was a project called 'Heaven: To the Land of Happiness' (unreleased) that I filmed before COVID-19, and then I filmed 'Hansan: Rising Dragon', and then 'Decision to Leave'. The release timings for these projects varied slightly, but looking at them, the directors for all three works are quite strong. Because of that, whether the films were released or not, I had to expend a lot of energy. After finishing the filming and all the promotions, I was completely drained. So I didn't have much left in reserve. I needed some time to recover my energy."

The expression "being in top form" was a perfect fit for Park Hae-il in 2022. His first collaboration with Director Park Chan-wook in the film "Decision to Leave" drew 1.91 million moviegoers nationwide and swept major Best Actor awards that year. The subsequently released "Hansan: Rising Dragon" successfully mobilized 7.27 million viewers, achieving massive box office success. Facing a second peak in his career, Park received numerous casting offers, but he chose to take a "break" himself.

The opportunity for a comeback naturally found its way to him. He had a "makgeolli meeting" with Director Hur Jin-ho, with whom he had previously worked on "The Last Princess" (2016), and it was during this gathering that he received a casting offer for the film "The Assassin(s)".

Park shared, "I started acting in films in 2000, and this year marks my 26th year. Come to think of it, every time I released a film, I met with reporters, so I must have met them at least 26 times. Given that, a 'reporter' is not just an imaginary character to me, but something I have internalized through my own memories and experiences. When the director suggested playing a reporter role, I thought it was something I could pull off. So I told the director, 'I suppose I took a break all this time just to encounter this project.' In response, the director said, 'It won't be an easy project, but let's create it together.'"

In this new work, Park Hae-il transforms into Jae-hwan, a reporter covering the assassination of the First Lady, delivering a passionate performance that embodies the true principles of journalism.

"The Assassin(s)" follows the pursuit of the suspicions and masterminds behind the August 15, 1974 assassination of the First Lady, an event that shocked South Korea. Directed by Hur Jin-ho—known for works such as "Christmas in August" and "The Last Princess"—the film stars Yoo Hai-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Minho.

The film is scheduled to be released on September 23.

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SBS audition project "The Ballad of Us," which sparked a ballad craze in South Korea, has teased another season filled with moving performances.

Premiering on Monday, October 5 at 10 PM, SBS "The Ballad of Us 2" will feature the addition of new Top-Ear judges including Moon Geun-young, Joo Woo-jae, and Roy Kim, alongside younger contestants with an average age of 17.9.

Released on the 16th, the third teaser video drew attention with the unique and impressive backgrounds of contestants gathered from all across the country. From a soldier in uniform and a talented contestant who has already formed a fan club, to someone who postponed their admission to Berklee and even a contestant who captivated the King of the United Kingdom, the lineup left host Jun Hyun-moo and the judging panel in shock.

Along with these striking backgrounds, the contestants delivered deeply emotional performances. Jung Jae-hyung expressed his awe, saying, "It was beyond shocking and even a bit chilling," while Jung Seung-hwan burst out in admiration, saying, "I even thought, 'Can you really sing like this?'"

Moved by a deep emotional resonance that defied their young ages, the Top-Ear judges shed tears repeatedly and gave standing ovations, raising anticipation to its peak.

Featuring even more powerful stages delivered by ballad hopefuls, "The Ballad of Us 2" will premiere on Monday, October 5 at 10 PM.

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As the highly anticipated semifinal match for a ticket to the handball cup final takes place on SBS "Kick a Goal", FC Wonder Woman 2026 faces an unprecedented crisis.

On the broadcast of SBS "Kick a Goal" airing at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, the 16th, the inevitable handball cup semifinal showdown between FC Wonder Woman 2026 and FC Actionista will be revealed.

FC Wonder Woman 2026, which sparked a rebellion of the titleless in the previous quarterfinals, has hit an emergency as key members—handball ace Mok Na-kyung and captain Kisum—are both absent simultaneously, leaving two main pillars behind. Because of this, the match will be played as a five-on-five format for the first time ever, rather than the usual six-on-six.

Amid this desperate crisis, manager Lee Sang-eun of FC Wonder Woman 2026 has made a last stand by having all players play full time without any substitutes. While ordering an all-out effort by saying, "We must throw our bodies into it and endure until the end," manager Lee Sang-eun is also aiming for goals from every single player through an unconventional strategy of even involving goalkeeper Mashima, who will fill in for Kisum's absence, in the attack.

In response, FC Actionista is stepping up to secure the final victory with an elite lineup. Armed with Kwon Yi-soo, who scored four goals in the previous match, along with Jung Hye-in's sharp breakthroughs and flashy linkage plays with pivot Joo Myung, they are determined to seize a complete victory.

With FC Wonder Woman 2026 aiming for a miraculous edge-of-the-cliff victory without substitutes and the handball elite squad FC Actionista facing off in a battle where neither can back down, the match will be revealed on "Kick a Goal", airing tonight at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, the 16th.

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Singer Ryu Su-jeong has completed the full narrative of her fourth mini album by releasing all of its music videos, each chronicling her autobiographical journey.

On September 14 and 15, Ryu Su-jeong unveiled the music videos for "Birthday Cake" and "Friendly Fire," two tracks from her fourth mini album "ALL THE COLORS I AM," via her official social media and YouTube channels.

The music video for "Birthday Cake" portrays the journey of breaking free from the shackles that once bound her, looking back on the past, and transforming into a new version of herself. Bound in ropes, Ryu Su-jeong unties herself and uses light as her guide to retrace her steps up a flight of theater stairs. Gazing through binoculars at a reflection of her past self, she confronts her history, while a hatching egg symbolizes the moment she emerges as a renewed individual.

The music video for the final track, "Friendly Fire," commands attention with negative film effects and black-and-white cinematography. Set against a dreamy dream-pop soundscape, Ryu Su-jeong wipes away her makeup to face her authentic, unadorned self. She delivers a delicate performance capturing the subtle emotional shifts experienced through this recurring process.

Released on September 11, the fourth mini album "ALL THE COLORS I AM" captures the diverse facets of Ryu Su-jeong that cannot be defined by a single color. The title track, "Diamond," reflects the realization that what truly makes her shine has resided within her all along. Starting with the title track, Ryu Su-jeong has rolled out music videos for every song on the album in succession, drawing enthusiastic responses from music fans.

Meanwhile, Ryu Su-jeong is scheduled to release a compilation video featuring every music video from her fourth mini album at 6 p.m. on September 16 via her official social media and YouTube channels.

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SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor. X: The Age of White Mafia" has heightened anticipation to the max by releasing its second teaser, capturing the veiled identity of the protagonist, Kim Ji-won.

Slated to premiere on Friday, October 9, SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor. X: The Age of White Mafia" (written by Pyeon Seung-geun, directed by Lee Jung-rim depicts the exploits of Gye Su-jeong (played by Kim Ji-won), a "mad dog of the operating room" who shatters massive absurdities with genius surgical skills that know neither failure nor compromise. As the first medical genre from the "SBS Cider Universe," which has driven hits like "Taxi Driver" and "The Fiery Priest," it is drawing high expectations.

The second teaser for "Doctor. X," released on the 16th, opens with the voice of Gye Su-jeong reciting the Hippocratic Oath alone. The scene of her standing alone in a graduation cap and gown before someone while continuing her oath as a doctor sparks curiosity about the hidden story behind her.

Following this, scenes of Gye Su-jeong performing surgeries without hesitation give way to a tense crisis situation where someone is choking her by the neck. Reactions from those around her such as "Isn't she completely crazy about surgery?" and the phrase "The most dangerous doctor" reveal Gye Su-jeong's unique character traits of possessing both genius skills and a dangerous edge.

In the latter part of the video, a heavy line from hospital director Bu Seung-gwon (played by Son Hyun-joo), "Is Gye Su-jeong Doctor. X?", followed by Gye Su-jeong's gaze with an inscrutable expression from behind her surgical mask, leaves a strong lingering impression.

Meanwhile, "Doctor. X," starring actors Kim Ji-won, Lee Jung-eun, Son Hyun-joo, Kim Woo-seok, and others, will premiere on Friday, October 9 at 9:50 PM.

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Actor Kim Ji-hoon is set to make a special appearance in the final episode of "Flex X Cop 2," bringing a fierce and commanding presence to the show's grand finale.

The SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Flex X Cop 2," written by Kim Ba-da and directed by Kim Jae-hong, is a refreshing investigative comedy-drama starring Ahn Bohyun as Jin I-soo, a chaebol detective who turns the tables using his immense wealth, and Jung Eun-chae as the new team leader Joo Hye-ra. The series has only two episodes left until its conclusion.

Amid growing praise for its lineup of special guest stars, Kim Ji-hoon is drawing attention by joining as the final special appearance for the show. With a stellar roster of actors including Yoo Seung-ho, Kim Hye-eun, Kwak Si-yang, Kim Eui-sung, and Heo Sung-tae having previously appeared at just the right moments to heighten the mystery, anticipation is high for the strong impact Kim Ji-hoon will deliver.

Stills released on the 16th show Kim Ji-hoon radiating a sharp atmosphere with his slicked-back hair and a pristine white shirt. In particular, the stark red blood splatters visible on his white shirt, neck, and cheek, combined with a fierce, murderous gaze, leave viewers breathless.

The production team shared, "We express our deep gratitude to actor Kim Ji-hoon, who readily agreed to make a special appearance despite his busy schedule. Actor Kim Ji-hoon will instantly elevate the tension of the final episode with his unique visual presence and overwhelming command. Please look forward to the intense impact he will deliver amid an unpredictable plot until the very end."

"Flex X Cop 2," featuring Kim Ji-hoon's anticipated powerful presence, will air its 13th episode on the 18th at 9:50 PM.

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Dating show "I Am Solo" Season 28 cast members Hyun-sook and Young-shik have officially ended their relationship.

After drawing attention as a long-distance couple traveling between Incheon and Gwangju as a single mother and single father, Hyun-sook and Young-shik have officially confirmed their breakup. Following Hyun-sook's decision to delete all photos and videos of Young-shik, a netizen asked, "Did you and Young-shik break up?" Hyun-sook confirmed the split, replying, "Yes, he was a good person and I was happy."

Regarding the reason for the breakup, Hyun-sook stated, "Before it was too late and before the children became too attached, we decided to return to our respective places. We genuinely intend to cheer for each other's futures." She added, "I was happy because I received more than enough love this time. Thanks to that, I think I will be able to live even better. Thank you for saying such kind words."

To a comment reading, "I was rooting for you, so this is disappointing," she replied, "The ending may be that way, but we chose this after having plenty of conversations with each other. Thank you for supporting us all this time." Regarding the deletion of all their photos together, she explained, "I think deleting them is a courtesy to each other."

The two officially announced their relationship last March through Young-shik's YouTube channel. At the time, Hyun-sook emphasized that they became close after the show and became a couple, praising Young-shik by saying, "The more I get to know him, the more precious he is, and he is such a good person that I feel he is too good for me."

Young-shik is raising a daughter in her third year of high school, and Hyun-sook is a single mother raising three children.

Airing its finale late last year, the divorced singles special of "I Am Solo" Season 28 has been regarded as a legendary season that produced the most couples, with a total of five couples emerging after the broadcast.

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KBS has responded to a viewer petition calling for an actress to be removed from one of its dramas because her brother was convicted in connection with a case involving the death of a woman in her 20s who fell from a Busan officetel, stating that it cannot take action against someone solely because of their family relationship.

On September 16, KBS stated on its viewer petition board, "We extend our sincere condolences to the bereaved family." The network continued, "Although we screen cast members for their own criminal history and whether they have been involved in any social controversies, we do not conduct prior background checks on cast members' family members, nor would it be realistically possible to do so."

KBS also made clear that removing the actress or taking other measures against her would be difficult, citing Article 13, Paragraph 3 of the Constitution of the Republic of Korea, which states that "no citizen shall be subjected to unfavorable treatment on account of an act committed by a relative." The network added that taking action against someone solely because they are a member of the same family would likewise not be possible.

Earlier, on September 3, the victim's bereaved family posted a petition on KBS's viewer petition board titled "We Are the Bereaved Family of the Victim in the Busan Officetel Fall Case," protesting the appearance of the alleged perpetrator's older sister on television.

The family wrote, "The perpetrator's sister is appearing in a significant role in a KBS evening daily drama, laughing and crying on television while pursuing her career as an actress. Our daughter died unjustly, while the perpetrator's sister continues to succeed as an actress." They appealed to KBS, saying, "As a public broadcaster, please clarify whether you were aware of these circumstances and take responsible action." The petition received 1,260 signatures, meeting the threshold for a response from KBS.

The incident occurred in January 2024 at a ninth-floor officetel in Busan. The victim fell to her death while arguing with her ex-boyfriend, identified as A. A was sentenced to three years and six months in prison in the first trial and three years and two months in the second trial on charges including violating the Stalking Punishment Act and intimidation.

The bereaved family argued that A should also face an allegation of aiding and abetting suicide, citing the fact that the victim was hanging from the window frame at the time of the incident. However, the allegation was not reflected in the court proceedings.

KBS's response to the petition has sparked an online debate. Some users have expressed sympathy for the bereaved family and their pain, while others have urged caution, arguing that holding an adult family member responsible for a relative's actions would amount to a modern-day form of guilt by association.

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Ahead of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, SBS is launching the special variety show "Go Nagoya" to deliver the vivid emotions and behind-the-scenes stories of South Korea's Asian Games journey.

Premiering tonight, September 16, at 10:50 PM KST, the first episode of SBS "Go Nagoya" features Jun Hyun-moo making his official debut as an SBS caster, alongside veteran caster Bae Sung-jae, 2014 Incheon Asian Games football gold medalist Park Joo-ho, two-time consecutive Asian Games three-time gold medalist and Marine Boy Park Tae-hwan, two-time consecutive Asian Games baseball champion and former baseball player Hwang Jae-gyun, and Nagoya expert and broadcast personality Asako, who all come together to showcase special chemistry.

In this broadcast, legendary moments from South Korea's Asian Games history will be revisited alongside candid behind-the-scenes stories shared by the legends who experienced the scenes firsthand. In particular, the show aims to stimulate viewers' curiosity by unveiling gripping stories behind thrilling matchups as well as raw, never-before-heard field anecdotes.

Park Tae-hwan, who became the first South Korean to win an Asian Games MVP, will reveal for the first time an unexpected incident he experienced on his way to receive the MVP award during the 2006 Doha Asian Games. Following this, Hwang Jae-gyun, who became a mother-son gold medalist duo alongside his mother, will share emotional phone call behind-the-scenes stories he exchanged with his mother immediately after winning the gold medal.

Notably, Jun Hyun-moo's exceptional preparation ahead of his Asian Games broadcasting debut is set to shine. Jun Hyun-moo directly briefed major national team events, impressing even veteran caster Bae Sung-jae, and had a surprise reunion with weightlifting fairy Park Hye-jung, drawing witty remarks and a golden determination from her.

Additionally, Nagoya expert Asako will directly step up to introduce information around Nagoya's stadiums and local eateries, perfectly playing the role of an Asian Games viewing guide.

The first episode of the SBS special variety show "Go Nagoya," featuring candid behind-the-scenes stories from legendary medalists and local Nagoya information, airs tonight, Wednesday, September 16, at 10:50 PM.

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Musical actor and singer Enoch is returning to the stage in the musical "Chicago".

His agency, EMK Entertainment (CEO Kim Ji-won), stated, "Enoch has confirmed his appearance as Billy Flynn in the musical 'Chicago', which opens on December 5 at the LG Signature Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul. As he has gained diverse stage experience through numerous musicals and other performances, please look forward to the fatal charm of Enoch's Billy Flynn in this show musical."

Set in 1920s Chicago, "Chicago" is a show musical that tells the story of Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, two women who end up in prison for murder, and Billy Flynn, the lawyer representing them. As of 2026, it is the longest-running American musical in global musical history, and in South Korea, it has become a steady seller with 1,729 performances and approximately 1.8 million audience members over 26 years since its premiere in 2000.

Following its unprecedented achievement of a 100 percent seat occupancy rate in 2024, which proved its unrivaled status, Enoch is set to join "Chicago" during its peak era as a new Billy Flynn, showcasing chameleon-like charms.

Enoch is expected to make the upcoming "Chicago" performances even more brilliant by showcasing a high synchronization rate with the character of Billy Flynn, boasting the sharp suit fit he displayed through his mini-album "Mr. SWING" released last year, as well as stage-dominating acting and vocals.

With his confirmed appearance in "Chicago", Enoch is signaling a busy year following his appearances earlier this year in the musical "Fan Letter" and the musical "Gwanghwamun Love Song", which opened on the 6th, marking three consecutive musical projects. In addition to musicals, he has actively worked as a singer this year, releasing two single albums including "Let's Go See Flowers" (literal translation), "NOGA", and "GOGOSING"—all of which he participated in writing and composing—and holding his solo concert "Melted by Enoch" (literal translation).

The musical "Chicago" will run from December 5 to March 14 of next year at the LG Signature Hall, LG Arts Center Seoul.

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