TVKian84‘s biggest crisis... Lee Mal-nyeon “It seems like my internal organs have been rearranged” (Kian Lee Seo)Kian84‘s biggest crisis... Lee Mal-nyeon “It feels like my internal organs have been rearranged” (Kian Isseo) Kian84 is facing a crisis. In the final episode of ENA, LG U+ STUDIO X+U ‘Kian Isseo’ to be aired on the 30th (Thursday), two employees, Director Kim Jong-min and Manager Lee Mal-nyeon, will be with ‘Kixeo (Kian84 CEO)’ for the first time. ‘Kixeo’, Director Kim Jong-min and Manager Lee Mal-nyeon are transferred to a global tire company boasting an unprecedented scale. They continue various tasks to solve the concerns received during a video breakfast with ‘Tasseo (tire company CEO)’, who was on a business trip to the US. In the midst of this, ‘Kixeo’ faces the biggest crisis of his life as a CEO problem solver. It is about experiencing various situations such as high-speed driving, sharp curves, and sudden braking by riding in a real-vehicle evaluation vehicle that tests the performance and safety of tires before they are released. Unlike ‘Giseo’, who experienced the limits ofJan 28, 2025
MUSIC(G)I-dle Minnie, WayV Ten Kiss… Chemistry Explosion ‘Obsession’(G)I-dle‘s Minnie and WayV’s Ten kiss... Chemistry explodes in ‘Obsession’ Group (G)I-dle‘s Minnie showed off a special collaboration with WayV’s Ten. On the 28th, Cube Entertainment released a special clip video of ‘Obsession (Feat. TEN of WayV)’ from Minnie‘s first mini-album through their official SNS channel. This song previously garnered attention for its collaboration between Minnie and Ten, who are also Thai singers. In the released video, Minnie expressed the music with her whole body in the contrast of black and white. She showed off perfect chemistry as she sang face to face with WayV’s Ten, who featured. The video, which starts in black and white, switches to color at the highlight of the song, capturing attention with its sensual visual beauty. ‘Obsession (Feat. TEN of WayV)’ is a disco pop genre track with an impressive retro sound, and contains honest lyrics that honestly express one‘s feelings for the other person. Minnie participated in writing lyrics and composing theJan 28, 2025
TVNana, you became a ‘bone-skinny’ human... How skinny do you think you‘ll become? [DA★]Nana, became a ‘skinny’ human... How skinny will she get? [DA★] Singer and actress Nana showed off her model pose. Nana posted a pictorial with a brand on her SNS in the early morning of the 28th. In the photo, she showed off a stylish styling by matching various eyem with underwear. She caught people‘s attention with her skinny body line and the feel of a professional model. Meanwhile, Nana is scheduled to present the movie ‘Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint’ as her next work. She was embroiled in dating rumors with model Chae Jong-seok, who is 6 years younger than her, at the end of last year. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comJan 28, 2025
MUSICSeol Ha Yoon‘s bikini is amazing... Is this it? Superior healthy beauty [DA★]Seol Ha Yoon‘s bikini is a hit... Was it really like this? Superior healthy beauty [DA★] Singer Seol Ha Yoon showed off her healthy bikini figure. On the 27th, Seol Ha Yoon posted a photo from her trip to Indonesia on her Instagram and wrote, “It feels like I’m in heaven.” In the photo, she is wearing a purple bikini and striking a provocative pose. She showed off a bold and sexy figure in harmony with the beautiful nature. On the 28th, she sent a Lunar New Year greeting, saying, “I heard that it‘s snowing a lot in Korea. I hope everyone is careful of the snowy roads and drive safely. I hope you have a warm and loving Lunar New Year holiday.” Meanwhile, Seol Ha Yoon, born in 1992, appeared in 2015 as ‘I Can See Your Voice’ as ‘Immortal Trainee S’. The following year, she debuted with the mini-album ‘I’m going to report’ and appeared in ‘I am a trot singer’ ‘National Trot Competition’. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comJan 28, 2025
MUSICBrody, Producer → Musician, New Start… February Debut ConfirmedBrody, a new start as a producer → musician… February debut confirmed Warner Music Korea’s global label Mplify has confirmed the debut of its second artist Brody. On the 28th, Mplify announced the addition of artist Brody, following Olivia Marsh. Brody, who has become the label’s second artist, made his February debut official by revealing his profile picture through the official SNS channel. Brody, who announced his debut in partnership with Mplify, has been building his career as a producer, releasing singles such as ‘Yuwol’ (Yuwol) and ‘Don‘t Cry’ (Don’t Cry) under his previous stage name Yuwol. Brody, who is debuting as an artist from producer Yuwol, plans to expand his area of activity based on his producing capabilities. During his time as a producer, Brody participated in producing TRADE L‘s ‘WISH’, ‘Somebody, U’, as well as pH-1’s ‘Life Movie’ ‘Trustfall’. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2Jan 28, 2025
TVA settlement agreement appears in a double-crossing affair… Even the lawyer cuts ties ‘Awesome’ (Lawyers of the Round Table)A settlement appears in a double-crossing affair… Even the lawyer cuts ties ‘This is terrible’ (Lawyers at the Round Table)SBS Life‘s ‘Lawyers at the Round Table’ refused to take on a divorce case that was close to absurd. Episode 3 of SBS Life’s ‘Lawyers at the Round Table’, which aired on the 27th, introduced the two most absurd divorce cases ever, ‘The Path I Chose’ and ‘The Absurd Love Memorandum’. The first client was a 33-year-old man in his second year of marriage who claimed that the marriage was invalid or cancelled. The client, the husband, is a typical single man who graduated from a prestigious music school, whose mother is doing business in the United States, and whose older brother is a lawyer, met a beautiful woman at a club and got pregnant before marriage. However, the wife‘s pregnancy was a fake. Her job was a karaoke assistant, and her education and family background were all fake. She had also been divorced. She continued to meet with her ex-husband and had an affaiJan 28, 2025
TVHan Hye-jin, Fighting with Ex-Boyfriend because of Ex-Boyfriend “I Came Out While Sleeping...” (Yeoncham)Han Hye-jin, fight with her ex-boyfriend because of her ex-boyfriend “I came out in my sleep...” The story of a worried man who became a substitute for his lover‘s X will be revealed. Episode 260 of KBS JOY’s ‘Love Interference’, which will air at 10:30 PM on the 28th, will reveal the story of a worried man who is dating a girlfriend of the same age after being introduced by a coworker. The girlfriend, who was a coworker, specifically asked the worried man to go on a blind date, and the worried man also fell in love with her at first sight and started dating. However, the girlfriend gave the worried man clothes as gifts and complimented him on his pretty eyes, and she started to change his style little by little. Furthermore, the worried man felt awkward when his girlfriend called him ‘Dong-dong’ and decided on a nickname for him because he was clumsy in relationships, but he did as she said. Then one day, he found his girlfriend‘s ex-boyfriend on SNS, and Pandora’s box began to open aJan 28, 2025
TV‘April 12th wedding’ Kim Jong-min, full of worries about meeting the parents… beautiful bride-to-be♥ (groom class)‘April 12th wedding’ Kim Jong-min, full of worries about the meeting between the parents... Beautiful bride-to-be♥ (Groom Class) ‘Groom-to-be’ Kim Jong-min has started full-scale preparations ahead of his April wedding. Episode 148 of Channel A‘s ‘These Days Men’s Life - Groom Class (hereafter ‘Groom Class’)’, which airs at 9:30 PM on the 29th (Wednesday), will show Kim Jong-min looking into formal attire ahead of his wedding on April 20th, and practicing for the meeting between the parents under Moon Se-yoon‘s guidance. On this day, Kim Jong-min reveals his current status, saying, “I’m going to get a health checkup together (with my bride-to-be) tomorrow”. He enters a wedding shop on the wedding street in Cheongdam-dong amidst the studio‘s attention. Here, another ‘groom-to-be’ Park Hyun-ho, who is getting married on April 12, appears and helps Kim Jong-min with his formal attire fitting. As soon as Park Hyun-ho sees Kim Jong-min, he is curious and says, “I’m the only one who hasn‘t sJan 28, 2025
MUSICChungha, the goddess of ripe atmosphere… fatal decadent beauty [DAY Cut]Chungha, the goddess of ripe atmosphere… fatal decadent beauty [DAY CUT] Singer Chungha has revealed all of the concept photos ahead of the release of her new EP ‘Alivio (알리비오)’. In the photos, Chungha shows off a deadly aura while showing off black styling. With a chic expression, she emphasizes her sophisticated visuals and simultaneously shows off an unapproachable charisma. In particular, her deadly gaze and dark aura catch the eye. Chungha has increased fans’ expectations for this album through concept photos that show the coexistence of decadence and sexy charm. ‘Alivio’ is a word that means ‘comfort’ and ‘relief’, and it is an album that captures the stress we experience in our daily lives, the liberation from it, and various emotional moments that seep in between. Chungha‘s new EP ‘Alivio’ will be released on February 12th at 6PM through various online music sites. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comJan 28, 2025
TVHwang Ga-ram “Homeless, sleeping in a bathroom cleaning tool box” (Ask a question)Hwang Ga-ram, “Homeless, Sleeping in a Bathroom Cleaning Toolbox” (Ask Anything) Singer Hwang Ga-ram confessed to her difficult past. On the KBS Joy show “Ask Anything” aired at 8:30 p.m. on the 27th, Hwang Ga-ram confessed her concerns, saying, “I received so much love so suddenly. How can I repay this love?” First, Hwang Ga-ram said, “I came to Seoul without a plan because I wanted to sing well. I started living as a homeless person without a plan. I actually lived as a homeless person for 150 days.” “I slept in a bathroom cleaning toolbox, and I even went to sleep near the exhaust fan in a sauna.” He said, “I did all the part-time jobs I could, saved up money, rented a warehouse, and lived there picking up trash. I wanted to make music, so I did that.” Hwang Ga-ram smiled and said, “I think I‘ve been building my skills slowly. I’ve released so many albums and now I‘m finally receiving love.” Hwang Ga-ram said, “I’m worried about how to repay the love I‘ve received. I’m doing well wiJan 28, 2025
TVThe late Oh Yo-anna claims workplace bullying… Kim Ga-young defends her for a week after sparking a firestorm [Comprehensive]Late Oh Yo-anna claims workplace bullying… Kim Ga-young defends her for a week after sparks [Comprehensive] As the will of the late MBC weather caster Oh Yo-anna, who passed away in September of last year, was discovered, claims have been made that she suffered from workplace bullying while she was alive. On the 27th, Maeil Shinmun reported that a 17-page will was discovered on the late Oh Yo-anna’s cell phone. According to the report, the will contained complaints that the deceased had been bullied in the workplace by two fellow weather casters. Netizens have become desperate to find the perpetrators. Some even suspected MBC weathercaster Kim Ga-young as the perpetrator. YouTuber Ilju-eoter wrote in a comment, “Kim Ga-young had a really hard time at the time because she couldn‘t protect Oh Yo-anna,” and “I worked out with Oh Yo-anna once, and when I met her once, she told me sincerely, ’I really like and rely on Ga-young.‘ Oh Yo-anna would never want to see comments like this again,”Jan 28, 2025
TVHan Hye-jin, gets up and punches... The story that caused her anger (continuation)Han Hye-jin, gets up and punches... The story that caused her anger (연참) A story of concern because of a boyfriend who can‘t do anything by himself is introduced. In the 260th episode of KBS JOY’s ‘Love Interference’, which will air on the 28th at 10:30 PM, a 28-year-old woman who has been dating a boyfriend of the same age for 9 months will appear. The boyfriend she met at a wine club was the type to break glasses and be careless, and the woman who liked to take care of him instinctively cleaned up after him, and they naturally became close. One day, a woman who ordered food at a restaurant and went to the bathroom urged her to come back quickly and ask for water because she was thirsty, and her boyfriend, who had been calling her saying that he didn‘t know how to use the washing machine, even came to her house late at night with her laundry. Seo Jang-hoon guessed, “Your boyfriend’s mother must have followed you around for your entire 28-year life and taken care of everything,” and JoJan 28, 2025
TVJeon So-min, reunited with her cheating ex-husband… so shameless (Oh Ji-song)Jeon So-min, reunited with her cheating ex-husband… He’s so shameless (Oh Ji-song) A problematic ex-husband who is a ‘rage inducer’ appears. The production team of the KBS Joy drama ‘Today is Ji-song’ (directed by Min Ji-young, written by Jo Yoo-jin, Choi Ryong), which will air on the 30th, previewed the scene where Ji-song (played by Jeon So-min) meets her ex-husband who has come to see her. Ji-song’s ex-husband was caught having an inappropriate relationship with another woman in their new home, and Ji-song was shocked when she witnessed it in real time and divorced him. The photos that were revealed this time contain the scene where he suddenly appears in front of Ji-song. Even the brazen attitude of calmly handing over a bouquet of flowers is quite something. In another photo, the red glow in Ji Song-yi‘s eyes and her hardened lips perfectly convey the despair, anger, and confusion she must have felt. Ji Song-yi is in a situation where she goes back and forth between a bickering ‘sJan 28, 2025
MUSICAmpersand One, greeting in Hanbok… 7 people, 7 colors, flower boy visualsAMPERSANDONE greets fans in hanbok… The 7-member, 7-color, flower boy visual group AMPERSANDONE (Nacamden, Brian, Choi Ji-ho, Yoon Si-yoon, Kairel, Makaya, and Kim Seung-mo) sent their greetings for the Lunar New Year of the Year of the Snake. On the 28th, AMPERSANDONE released a photo of themselves in gorgeous hanbok and a New Year’s greeting through their agency FNC Entertainment. In the photo, the members showed off soft smiles and warm chemistry that matched their flower boy visuals. They radiated positive energy as they conveyed New Year’s greetings and powerful New Year’s goals. First, Kairel said, “Happy New Year! I hope this year will be filled with healthy and happy moments! We at AMPERSANDONE will work hard, so please give us lots of support and love! Thank you.” Members AMPERSANDONE, AMPERSANDONE Makaya and Kim Seung-mo, who became adults this year, also expressed their hopeful wishes for the New Year. Makaya expressed his passion, saying, “I hope that 2025 will be a year inJan 28, 2025
TVPark So-ra ♥ Leo ‘Hyun-ker’ Will they become?... Finland Sauna Reservation? (Same Bed, Different Dreams 2)Will Park So-ra ♥ Leo become a ‘Hyun-ker’? Reserving a sauna in Finland? (Same Bed, Different Dreams 2) Will Park So-ra and Leo become a ‘Hyun-ker (realistic couple)’? On the episode of ‘Same Bed, Different Dreams 2’ that aired on the 27th, international couple Kim Hye-sun ♥ Stefan and Jin-woo ♥ Hattie appeared together. On this day, the two couples arranged a ‘Lonely Foreigner Party’ to celebrate the Lunar New Year with the help of Imokasse. Among them, Lucky from India and Leo from Finland had a 2:2 blind date with comedienne Lee Guk-joo and Park So-ra. Actor Lee Yi-kyung, who appeared as a special MC, sensed a strange vibe between Leo and Park So-ra, saying, “Leo‘s body is turned towards Park So-ra.” Leo said, “I’ve been there once. He said, ”He was a Korean,“ and Park So-ra said, ”I knew,“ and ”I‘m the type to date one person for a long time.“ Leo replied, ”I think I should meet someone I haven’t met much.“ Even during Lee Guk-joo‘s tarot time during the intermission, Leo and ParkJan 28, 2025
TVI came back from the convenience store and my car was stolen… No compensation, no apology (Hanbli)I went to the convenience store and my car was stolen… No compensation, no apology either (Hanbli) ‘Hanbli’ introduces a suspicious car theft case. On the 28th at 8:50 PM, the South Korea Zero Traffic Accident Challenge JTBC ‘Han Moon-chul‘s Black Box Review’ (hereafter ‘Hanbli’) will highlight an absurd incident that occurred due to drinking. The released black box footage shows two mysterious people getting into a parked black box car without permission while the owner briefly visited the convenience store. The two people even have a natural conversation and move the car. It turns out that they were a substitute driver and a drunk passenger who had nothing to do with the black box car. The ‘Hanbli’ production team meets the black box car owner in person and hears the detailed story of the day of the incident. The driver recalls the absurd moment, saying, “My car disappeared just 3 minutes after I went to the convenience store,” and an acquaintance who was parked behind the black boxJan 28, 2025
TVJinseong, Blood Cancer Diagnosis, Recalls “I Regained My Health Thanks to My Pet Dog” (Dong Hul-ryong)Jin Sung recalls terminal blood cancer diagnosis “I regained my health thanks to my pet dog” (Dong Hul-ryung) Singer Jin Sung confessed that he regained his health thanks to his pet dog. On the 10th episode of the KBS2 entertainment program ‘Animals Are Amazing’, which aired as a Lunar New Year special on the 27th, the living legend of trot Jin Sung made a surprise guest appearance. Jin Sung, who appeared wearing a gorgeous hanbok, greeted the MCs and performed his signature song ‘At Andong Station’ live on the spot, drawing cheers from them. The video that followed showed Jin Sung going on a special winter trip with his 15-year-old pet dog ‘Bori’. After walking with ‘Bori’, trainer Go Ji-an was impressed by Jin-seong giving a massage himself, saying, “This is a really good massage for old dogs,” and Defcon was touched by their friendship, saying, “They are each other‘s best partners.” Jin-seong also confessed his gratitude toward ‘Bori’, who stayed by his side during his past battle wJan 28, 2025
MUSICQWER, First Fan Concert Success “Happy to Realize Dreams Together”QWER, Successful First Fan Concert “Happy that we are achieving our dreams together”The band QWER has successfully completed their first fan concert. QWER (Chodan, Magenta, Hina, Siyeon) held their first fan concert ‘QWER The 1st Fan Concert ’1, 2, QWER!’’(hereafter ‘1, 2, QWER!’) on the 25th and 26th at Yes24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. ‘1, 2, QWER!’ sold out all tickets in one minute after they opened for sale, and QWER also live-streamed the first day‘s performance online to meet more fans. On this day, QWER started the fan concert with their debut song ‘Discord’, and performed ‘Worry Addiction’, ‘Fake The stage was decorated with songs such as ‘Idol’, ‘My Name is Clear’. The refreshing yet powerful voice of vocalist Siyeon, along with Chodan’s drums, Magenta‘s bass, and Hina’s guitar sound, harmoniously blended to complete QWER‘s signature energetic band performance. The fans also responded by singing along powerfully throughout the performance. It was an unprecedented performJan 28, 2025
MUSICNCT 127, Tokyo Dome Departure… Japan Solo Concert to be Held on May 21-22NCT 127 to Debut at Tokyo Dome… Holding Solo Concert in Japan on May 21-22 Group NCT 127 will be holding a Tokyo Dome concert as part of their fourth world tour. On the 27th, NCT 127‘s official SNS account made a surprise announcement that they would be holding a Tokyo Dome concert as part of their ‘NCT 127 4TH TOUR ‘NEO CITY - THE MOMENTUM’’. According to this, NCT 127 will be holding a solo concert at Tokyo Dome on May 21-22 as part of their fourth world tour. As this will be their third time entering Tokyo Dome, they will be able to feel their solid local status and power. Previously, NCT 127 made a splendid start to their fourth world tour at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on January 18-19. After a successful start to their tour in Seoul, NCT 127 will continue their global tour from February to May in Jakarta, Bangkok, Duluth, Newark, Toronto, Rosemont, San Antonio, LA, Osaka, Taipei, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Macau, and Tokyo.Jan 28, 2025
TVGo Eun-ah‘s face was damaged by a fall... her skin and teeth were all ’so sad‘ [DA★]Go Eun-ah‘s face injured in a fall... her skin and teeth are all ’so sad‘ [DA★] Actress Go Eun-ah suffered a facial injury in a fall. On the 26th, Go Eun-ah confessed through SNS and YouTube that she had a fall on the ice. She revealed a photo, saying, “I fell on the ice. Should I say I got hit? I make a living with my face,” in frustration. In the photo, she showed her nose, philtrum, and chin with their skin red and peeled, causing heartbreak. Go Eun-ah wrote, “It’s getting better,” and “Don‘t worry too much. I’ll recover quickly and show you.” However, it has been revealed that she needs dental treatment in addition to her skin. Previously, Go Eun-ah revealed that she had been a victim of medical malpractice and said that she had spent the price of a mid-sized car on nose surgery. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comJan 28, 2025