‘Eating Queen’ Hibap, clears 100 side dishes… Participates in 2024 Play K-Food Challenge“K-POP, Netflix dramas are not the only Hallyu. I think Korean food is a very attractive Hallyu element. That‘s why I participated. Let’s play with Korean food! Play K-Food Challenge!” Heebab, who reigns as the queen of the domestic food show industry with the motto ‘Each meal as if it were the first’. Heebab, who has conquered AfreecaTV (now Sup), has expanded the ‘Heebab Empire’ beyond YouTube to terrestrial and OTT, participated in Play K-Food through her YouTube channel ‘Heebab’. The Korea Cultural Foundation (KCF), Sports Donga, and Cyber Diplomatic Corps VANK participated in the Play K-Food event through her YouTube channel ‘Heebab’.Dec 17, 2024
MUSICNa Hoon-a “I thought it would be good if it was real”… Emergency martial law bitter wordsIt has been belatedly revealed that singer Na Hoon-a directly mentioned his discomfort with the ‘12·3 martial law’ situation. On the 7th, Na Hoon-a revealed his feelings about President Yoon Seok-yeol‘s declaration of martial law during the ‘2024 Thank You - Last Concert’ performance held at the East Wing of Daegu EXCO. While singing his signature song ‘Gong (空)’, he said to the accompaniment, “I stayed up all night a few days ago. I was worried about whether I should perform or not”, and “They say gatherings are banned. I thought, ‘It would be nice if it happened.” I saw martial law being lifted at dawn, had a drink and went to sleep”. He then said in his signature Gyeongsang dialect, “I’m sorry for the National Assembly’Dec 17, 2024
TVYeo Kyung-rae “‘Black and White Chef’s bigger issue due to theft, haven‘t watched the show yet” (Las)MBC entertainment show ‘Radio Star’ Chinese cuisine expert Chef Yeo Kyung-rae will appear on ‘Black and White Chef: Culinary Class War’ (hereafter ‘Black and White Chef’) and tell the story that became a hot topic due to his quick elimination. MBC ‘Radio Star’ (planned by Kang Young-sun/directed by Kim Myung-yeop and Hwang Yoon-sang), scheduled to air on the 18th, will feature a special episode of ‘Four Rich Guys’, featuring Yeo Kyung-rae, Kim Hyung-mook, Jeong Seong-ho, and Lee Geon-ju. Chef Yeo Kyung-rae is a Chinese cuisine expert recognized not only in Korea but also all over the world. He recently surprised everyone by appearing on ‘Black and White Chef’ as a guest rather than a judge. He was expected to be active in this program that featured many famous chefs, but he was eliminated quickly, contrary to everyone‘s expectations. When this fact was mentioned, he smiled and said, “I haven’t watched the show yet,” but when someone said, “It‘s a total elimination, so why don’t you jusDec 17, 2024
Busan International Comedy Festival, Dongseo University and ‘Comedy Human Resources Training’ Business AgreementThe Busan International Comedy Festival Organizing Committee has taken the lead in fostering comedians. On the 17th, the Busan International Comedy Festival Organizing Committee (BICF) announced, “On the 12th at 4 PM, we signed a business agreement for the ‘BICF-Dongseo University Comedy Actor Training Curriculum Development’ at Dongseo University Centum Campus.” The signing ceremony was attended by BICF Executive Chairman Kim Jun-ho, Director Kim Dae-hee, Vice Executive Chairman Choi Dae-woong, Vice Executive Chairman Jo Gwang-sik, Senior Hong In-gyu, Senior Jo Yoon-ho, Dongseo University President Jang Je-guk, Director of Industry-Academic Cooperation Hwang Gi-hyeon, Dean of Q College Kwak Jun-sik, Dean of Im Kwon-taek Film and Arts College Kim Dae-seung, and Head of Musical Entertainment Department Oh Se-jun.Dec 17, 2024
MUSIC‘Produce 2’ Kim Ye-hyun to enlist on the 16th “Leave to fulfill national defense duty” [DA★]‘Produce 2’ Kim Ye-hyun to enlist on the 16th “I‘m off to fulfill my national defense duty” [DA★] Singer Kim Ye-hyun’s enlistment has been belatedly revealed. On the 16th, Kim Ye-hyun posted a selfie of her chestnut hair on her Instagram, saying, “Starting today, I‘m off to fulfill my national defense duty for 1 year and 6 months”. He wrote, “There are some people I haven’t greeted yet, but I‘ll see you when I’m on vacation, so I‘ll look forward to the future. I hope you all stay healthy and safe.”. Kim Ye-hyun, born in 1999, made her face known through Mnet’s boy group audition program ‘Produce 101 Season 2’ in 2017. She pre-debuted as a member of the boy group Mobile Unit in 2020, but the group disbanded before its official debut. Kim Ye-hyun is seeking new paths, such as participating in ‘Tomorrow’s National Singer’ and challenging herself on YouTube. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comDec 17, 2024
TVKim Jae-deok disappears + no contact… “I got scolded for doing something weird” Eun Ji-won is also frustratedKim Jae-duk disappears + contact cut off… “I got scolded for doing something weird” Eun Ji-won also frustrated The current status of Sechs Kies‘ Kim Jae-duk was mentioned. On the 16th, Jang Su-won’s YouTube channel showed a story with Sechs Kies leader Eun Ji-won as a guest in episode 21-1 of ‘I Want Jang Su-won’. On this day, Jang Su-won said, “When I called you recently, you were in the middle of filming ‘Men Doing Housework’. I didn‘t know. I found out after the article came out. You didn’t talk to me like you were invited to Baek Ji-young‘s house. At that time, Jae-duk talked about all sorts of things with his older brother. You should’ve told me a little bit.” On the ‘Men Doing Housework’ broadcast last month, Eun Ji-won mentioned Kim Jae-duk‘s current status, saying, “I’ve sorted things out and am living in Busan.” Jang Su-won, who was connected on the phone at the time, said, “I don‘t know how Kim Jae-duk is doing. I’m really curious. He also joked, ”It must have been a while siDec 17, 2024
TV‘Ex-husband Sniper’ Hwang Jung-eum “Bold Speech? I Want to Talk Comfortably” (Q&A)Actress Hwang Jung-eum expressed her special affection and gratitude for ‘Because I‘m Solo’, which has been confirmed for Season 2. Hwang Jung-eum served as MC for her first entertainment program in 23 years since her debut through ‘Because I’m Solo’, a joint production of SBS Plus and E Channel, which first aired on October 29th. She received favorable reviews from viewers for her friendly hosting, including her ‘irreplaceable’ positive energy and straightforward remarks. In particular, Hwang Jung-eum‘s ‘Collection of Famous Quotes’ received great interest and love, garnering over 5.04 million views on YouTube Shorts (total 2.802 million) and Instagram Reels (total 2.245 million). Regarding ‘Because I’m Solo’, which will be returning for Season 2 in February next year thanks to enthusiastic support, Hwang Jung-eum said, “This is the first program I‘ve ever challenged myself as an MC for, and I’m so grateful that they‘re producing a second season due to such a good response. After exprDec 17, 2024
MUSIC82 Major, Solo Concert Tickets Sold Out → 1 More Performances Added [Official]82MAJOR, Solo Concert Tickets Sold Out → 1 Additional Performance [Official] Group 82MAJOR has confirmed an additional solo concert performance due to their support. On the 17th, their agency Great M Entertainment said, “Group 82MAJOR (Nam Sung-mo, Park Seok-jun, Yoon Ye-chan, Jo Sung-il, Hwang Sung-bin, Kim Do-gyun)‘s third solo concert ‘Etume Boom (82MAJOR BOOM)’ sold out as soon as tickets opened”, and “As we have received requests for additional performances since then, we are adding 1 more performance to be with more fans”. Accordingly, the solo concert, which was scheduled to be held at Yes24 Wonderlock Hall on January 18th and 19th, 2025, will be additionally performed on the 17th due to hot interest. With this, 82 Major will meet with fans for a total of 3 days from January 17th to 19th. ‘Etume Boom’ is a concert held by 82 Major in about 5 months since their second solo concert ‘BEAT X 82’ held in August. 82 Major decided to use the catchphrase ‘Etume Boom is coming’ among domDec 17, 2024
MUSICCravity, ‘Viti Park’ Special Series Teaser Released… Variety ShowcaseCRAVITY unveils special series teaser for ‘VITTY PARK’… Variety showcasing their even more powerful variety show. On the 16th, their agency Starship Entertainment released a video titled ‘CRAVITY PARK EP.99 Ah-nine-Su-Go-Sa Teaser l BT Park Special’ on CRAVITY‘s official YouTube channel. This teaser video shows the members performing the ‘VITTY PARK (hereafter ’VITTY PARK)’ 99th episode, also known as the ‘VITTY PARK’. The members appear wearing a variety of clothes, from armor to hanbok and suits, and each summon famous characters. In particular, Jungmo imitated Gu Jun-pyo from the drama ‘Boys Over Flowers’ and Woobin imitated Gung Ye from the drama ‘Taejo Wang Geon’ and said, “Who will get the comment?”, which made everyone laugh. Cravity bowed earnestly to the ancestral rite table with a cute piggy bank and a tub of ice cream on it, saying, “Please make Cravity do well.” Teaser YoungDec 17, 2024
Jung Ho-yeon, a shocking dress that only covers important parts… No aftereffects of Lee Dong-hwi’s breakup [DA★]Actress Jung Ho-yeon showed off her bold dress style. Jung Ho-yeon posted a photo on her Instagram on the 17th. In the photo, Jung Ho-yeon is wearing a dress with a daring shape that covers only the main parts of her upper body and is striking various poses. Jung Ho-yeon‘s model pose stands out as her sternum, revealed through see-through, catches the eye. Jung Ho-yeon became a world star after appearing in the 2021 Netflix series ‘Squid Game’ Season 1. She recently announced her breakup with actor Lee Dong-hwi, whom she had dated for 9 years. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com Reporter jhj@donga.comDec 17, 2024
TVLim Won-hee, leaving ‘Miwoosae’ → remarrying… ♥Yvonne and Pink (Gourmet Radio)Actors Im Won-hee and Lee Bon have created a strange pink atmosphere. Today (17th), Lee Bon and Shin Ji, who have been friends for 26 years, will appear on Channel S Original ‘Im Won-hee‘s Gourmet Radio’. First, Shin Ji reveals, “I heard the news first from Kim Jong-min, who appeared on the last broadcast, ‘Your brother’s hosting is a mess’,”, which flusters Im Won-hee. Im Won-hee then says, “I thought I had good chemistry with Kim Jong-min as foolish brothers, but today I will show you my real hosting skills”, and shows his determination. Watching this, Lee Bon says, “This is the second time I‘ve seen you on a different program, and I see a new charm in you that I didn’t notice then”, and she can‘t take her eyes off Im Won-hee. She then says, “He’s cute and romantic. Watching him host, I feel like he‘s a very precious character. I don’t know why he doesn‘t date”, continuing her flirtation, creating a strange pink atmosphere. At this, Im Won-hee is embarrassed and says, “It’s not thatDec 17, 2024
TVChoi Max-cheol‘s Special Appearance Today with ‘Lee Han-shin’… Explosion of Presence [Official]Kwon Yu-ri raids Lee Hak-joo‘s press conference. In the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama ‘Parole Judge Lee Han-shin’ (directed by Yoon Sang-ho and written by Park Chi-hyung), Myeong-seop (played by Lee Hak-joo) reveals his ambition to oust his father Ji Dong-man (played by Song Young-chang) and take over the Ohjeong Group. He supports Lee Han-shin (played by Go Soo) to prevent his father’s parole, and even kills Im Jeong-gyun (played by Im Hyo-woo) and Choi Jeong-hak (played by Nam Min-woo), who know about his crimes, and engages in outrageous behavior. On the 17th, the production team released still cuts from Myeong-seop‘s press conference. In the photo, Myeong-seop is kneeling and acting desperately. Ahn Seo-yoon’s (played by Kwon Yu-ri) cold gaze toward him adds to the tension. The sight of Seo-yoon Ahn staring at Ji-myeong-seop with a look of disgust foreshadows a tense confrontation between the two. Seo-yoon Ahn previously personally confirmed the shocking scene related to Ji-myeong-seop’Dec 17, 2024
MUSICJeon Yu-jin, Successful First Fan Meeting since Debut → Additional Production of Album to be Released on the 17thAs the first ‘Current King of Singers’ Jeon Yu-jin successfully wrapped up the ‘2024 Jeon Yu-jin Fan Meeting Only You’, the first mini-album to commemorate the ‘Current King of Singers’ victory was released on the 17th, and additional production has begun due to a surge in pre-orders. Jeon Yu-jin held the ‘2024 Jeon Yu-jin Fan Meeting Only You’ at the Myeonghwa Live Hall in Seoul on the 16th. When Jeon Yu-jin appeared on stage, fans erupted in enthusiastic cheers, and Jeon Yu-jin opened the fan meeting by singing Yoon Soo-hyun‘s ‘Flower Road’ in a sensitive voice. The fans moved Jeon Yu-jin by giving her heartfelt cheers and cheers every time she sang each line of the song, and Jeon Yu-jin changed the mood with Kim Yong-im’s ‘Hwol Hwol’ and then had a sincere talk with fans, livening up the atmosphere on set. Furthermore, Jeon Yu-jin received explosive cheers by performing new songs from her first mini-album ‘Only You’, released on the 17th (today) to commemorate her victory on ‘CurrenDec 17, 2024
TVSayuri, is there a reason you live in Korea? Tokyo Earthquake Experience (Naked World History)Episode 182 of tvN‘s ‘Naked World History’, which will air on the 17th, will expose the world city Tokyo, which was created by disaster. According to the production team, Professor Jin-han Park of the Department of Japanese Regional Culture at Incheon University will be the lecturer. Professor Jin-han Park, who received his doctorate in history and culture from Kyoto University in Japan and is actively conducting research focusing on modern cities in East Asia, plans to talk about the development history of Tokyo, which overcame disasters and grew into a world-class city. Professor Jin-han Park introduces Tokyo as “It is counted as one of the top three cities in the world along with New York and London, but it is also called a disaster city due to constant disasters”. From the Edo period to the present, numerous disasters including fires and earthquakes have occurred, devastating entire cities, an unfortunate history that has been repeated. Professor Jin-han Park also tells the secretDec 17, 2024
MUSICT-ara Hyomin, is she wearing it or is she wearing it? Bold dress look [DA★]T-ara Hyomin, is she wearing it or is she wearing it? Bold dress figure [DA★] T-ara Hyomin showed off her unique dress figure. On the 16th, Hyomin revealed photos and videos taken at a brand event on her Instagram. In the photos, she wore a yellow long dress that matched the brand‘s color and created an elegant atmosphere. Hyomin emphasized her slim body line with a unique style dress that had cuts all over the chest, waist, and thighs as if it were wrapped around her body. Despite her height of 164.5cm, she showed off her unbelievable model proportions, drawing admiration. Meanwhile, Hyomin released a liquor brand under her name at the end of last year, and recently released another series due to its popularity. She successfully held a fan meeting with T-ara members in Macau in September to celebrate the group’s 15th debut anniversary. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comDec 17, 2024
TVChoo Young-woo‘s Way to Get Over a Breakup Wow~ “It’s a little sore... Go to the gym and work out”Fashion magazine Singles released a video of the counseling center of the lead role of JTBC‘s weekend drama ’Madam Ok‘, Chu Young-woo. Chu Young-woo showed off various styles through the Singles pictorial, creating a languid and sensual atmosphere. In the video, Chu Young-woo answered questions about preparing in advance and shared his recent activities. First, when asked about whether or not to confess on Christmas, he advised, “Since you both have some interest in each other, why don’t you muster up some more courage before Christmas and spend Christmas together?” When asked to recommend a confession line, he captured the hearts of women by saying, “I think you like me.” Chu Young-woo also shared his opinion on the male friend vs. female friend debate. Chu Young-woo said, “I don‘t think there are friends between men and women. Even if you have friends, if you have a lover, it’s right not to meet them. If I had to give a tip, I think you should set your own standards and decide to meeDec 17, 2024
Lee Ha-nui, a surprising back viewActress Lee Ha-nui poses at the photo wall at the AHC new product launch event held at Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul on the 17th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comDec 17, 2024
Lee Ha-nui, fascinating photo timeActress Lee Ha-nui poses at the photo wall at the AHC new product launch event held at Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul on the 17th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comDec 17, 2024
Lee Ha-nui, came to the AHC launching eventActress Lee Ha-nui poses at the photo wall at the AHC new product launch event held at Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul on the 17th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comDec 17, 2024
Lee Ha-nui, Gold FashionActress Lee Ha-nui poses at the photo wall at the AHC new product launch event held at Banyan Tree Club & Spa Seoul in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul on the 17th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comDec 17, 2024