Cha Joo-young “‘Won-gyeong’ 19+·history distortion, I know the view that ‘it has to be’… I try my best/second best” [DA:Interview]
‘Melo Movie’ Choi Woo-shik “♥Acting=Becoming a Job, I Became More Scary… A Lot of Emotional Burden” [DA:Interview③]
‘Melo Movie’ Choi Woo-shik “Same-age Park Bo-young and I rely on each other... Projecting real dating experiences” [DA: Interview②]
“You say it‘s your taste? I like it, actually” Choi Woo-shik, the reason he took on another romantic comedy [DA: Interview ①]
Park Hyung-sik, who took off his romantic comedy, filled with masculinity and desire never seen before in ‘Treasure Island’ (Comprehensive) [DA:On-site]
SPECIAL‘Prestigious American University Student’ Yoon Hoo‘s Current Status Revealed, He’s So Handsome [DA★]The current status of Vibe Yoon Min-soo‘s son Yoon Hoo has been revealed. On the 1st, Yoon Min-soo posted a picture with the caption “Winter break. After sauna. Eating” on his Instagram account. The revealed picture shows Yoon Min-soo’s son Yoon Hoo, who visited Korea for winter break. Yoon Hoo in the picture looks like he‘s grown up a lot. Above all, his handsome appearance catches the eye. His good looks, added to his cute childhood image, are drawing attention. Yoon Hoo appeared with Yoon Min-soo on MBC’s ‘Sunday Night - Dad! Where Are We Going?’ in 2013 and gained a lot of attention. Yoon Hoo is currently known to be attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the United States. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a member of the New Ivy League and the Public Ivy League. It is one of the prestigious public universities in the United States that provides an academic experience comparable to that of an Ivy League university. Hong Se-young, Donga.com ReJan 01, 2025
SPECIALKim Kyung-min‘s birthday today (1st)... Tropic Event Star [DA:Chart]Kim Kyung-min‘s birthday is today (the 1st)... Trotpick event protagonist [DA:Chart] Singer Kim Kyung-min is receiving a Trotpick birthday event. According to Trotpick, a service that supports people who love trot culture, on the 11th, Kim Kyung-min was selected as the event protagonist in a special vote for those born in January. This vote was held from the 17th to the 23rd of last month. The characteristic of Trotpick’s birthday event is that support is provided in stages according to the number of votes. According to the Trotpick vote, Kim Kyung-min achieved 400% with 200,000 points out of 50,000 points. Accordingly, he will receive a pop-up congratulatory message and article in the Trotpick app, as well as support on the Myeongdong electronic billboard during his birthday week (December 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025). Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comJan 01, 2025
SPECIALOtto Mom, red full body leggings… A body with a capital S-line that is beyond compare [DA★]Influencer Otto Mom has once again shown off her incredible body. Otto Mom recently released a video of herself dancing to music while wearing red full-body leggings. In the video, Otto Mom revealed her perfectly straight body without an ounce of fat. She caught everyone‘s attention with her perfect body and dancing skills. Meanwhile, Otto Mom, who is also a shopping mall CEO, has been sharing her secrets for maintaining her capital S-line body on SNS, and has gained much attention and has many followers.Dec 31, 2024
SPECIALBrad Pitt and Angelina Jolie End 8-Year Divorce [DA:Hollywood]Hollywood‘s century couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finalized their divorce. On the 30th (local time), foreign media outlets such as CNN and BBC reported that Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie signed a divorce agreement. In September 2019, Angelina Jolie filed for divorce, claiming that Brad Pitt had physically and verbally abused her and her children. This marks the end of a long battle that lasted about eight years. Angelina Jolie’s legal representative stated, “I am very tired, but I am relieved that this part is over.” Meanwhile, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie developed into lovers after working together on the 2005 film ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ and got married in 2014. The couple has Shiloh, twins Knox and Vivienne, adopted son Maddox, and daughter Zahara.Dec 31, 2024
SPECIAL‘Japanese Activities’ Ha Yeon-soo, Birthday Certification Shot with Handsome Actor [DA★]Actress Ha Yeon-soo has caught attention by revealing a birthday certification shot she took with Japanese actor Mitsu Satoshi. Ha Yeon-soo recently posted a photo on her SNS account with the caption, “It‘s been two months, but my friend still celebrates my birthday.” Ha Yeon-soo’s bright smile while holding a bouquet of flowers is drawing attention. Ha Yeon-soo went to study abroad in Japan in 2022. In the same year, she signed an exclusive contract with a Japanese agency and began her local activities in earnest. Ha Yeon-soo and Mitsu Satoshi are said to have met through the Japanese NHK drama “Tiger‘s Wings.” Meanwhile, Ha Yeon-soo, who had been rumored to be retiring, previously appeared on MBC’s “Radio Star” and explained, “I was going to leave (for Japan) and not be in Korea. I actually don‘t like being noticed (by people), so I deleted my profile (on a portal site). But there was a fuss about that because it was my retirement.” Photo = Ha Yeon-soo’s SNSDec 31, 2024
SPECIALIs this Seri from Dal Shabet? Her visuals have become more mature [DA★]Is that Seri from Dal Shabet? Her visuals have become even more mature [DA★] Former Dal Shabet member Seri showed off her mature charm. On the 25th, Seri posted photos and videos from an event held in Seoul on her Instagram. She showed off a stylish black look and gave off a model-like vibe. She caught people‘s attention with her more mature visuals and charm compared to her days as a Dal Shabet member. Meanwhile, Seri released a new digital single, ‘Seeing You’, on the 24th. ‘Seeing You’ is a song that contains a warm winter emotion with a soft R&B melody, beautifully depicting precious moments with a loved one. Seri added to the joy with her new album, which is coming back after a year since ‘Sarr’ released in December of last year. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comDec 30, 2024
SPECIALJeon Jong-seo, I like her youthful, sleeveless look even in the middle of winter “Filming today too” [DA★]Jeon Jong-seo, I like her confident youth in sleeveless clothes even in the middle of winter “Filming today too” [DA★] Actress Jeon Jong-seo revealed an energetic selfie. On the 30th, Jeon Jong-seo posted several photos on her Instagram with the caption “Filming today too” along with a snowflake emoticon. The photos included Jeon Jong-seo‘s selfie along with lyrics from Kanye West’s ‘Bound 2’, which is about longing for love. In the selfie, Jeon Jong-seo is wearing only a sleeveless top and a thin bolero even in the middle of winter, revealing her healthy body line and smiling brightly. Meanwhile, Jeon Jong-seo has been cast in ‘Project Y (tentative title)’ with Han So-hee. ‘Project Y’ is a noir film that depicts the desires of two friends of the same age who steal 8 billion won worth of gold bars and try to get out of this world for the last time, set in Gangnam, Seoul. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comDec 30, 2024
SPECIALClara, still a perfect body even without any exposure… A sexy queen beyond compare [DA★]Actress Clara showed off her sexy charm. On the 28th, Clara posted a photo on her Instagram with the caption, “One of my favorite restaurants in Hong Kong”. In the released photo, Clara is posing in a restaurant in Hong Kong. Wearing a long dress full of gold pearls, Clara caught the attention of those who saw her with her sexy aura without revealing any skin. Meanwhile, after marrying Samuel Hwang, a Korean-American, in 2019, Clara moved her stage of activity to China. Reporter Seunghyun Kim tmdgus@donga.comDec 30, 2024
SPECIALLee Moo-jin, a poet who sings of romance - Artist of the year [Jeon Hyo-jin‘s private pick]- The arrangement is in order of release date based on albums released from January 1st to December 13th - ♦ ONF 8th Mini Album [BEAUTIFUL SHADOW] : Slave To The Rhythm- ONF and a sexy, delicious worldview clash. The air, tone, and melody surrounding this one phrase, “Slave To The Rhythm”, are all perfect. A track that confirms ONF‘s musical growth in knowing how to express a sexy atmosphere with their voices. ♦ ATEEZ 10th Mini Album [GOLDEN HOUR : Part. 1] : Siren- Still sharp and venomous after 6 years since their debut.. possible? ‘Siren’, which has reached a realm of dominating the sense of speed, is the fundamental song of ATEEZ’s color. ♦ Younha 7th Full Album [GROWTH THEORY] : Cape Horn, Silver Flower, Coriolis Force- A girl who has raised anchor with the momentum to conquer even the deep sea. This album is one that will give you new stimulation with messages of growth, auditory fun, and dramatic transitions. ♦ DAY6‘s 9th mini album [Band Aid]: Mang Game,Dec 30, 2024
SPECIALYoungtak, the ‘Desert Icefish’ with humor - Personality of the Year [Jeon Hyo-jin‘s Selfish Pick]- The arrangement is in order of release date based on albums released from January 1st to December 13th - ♦ (G)I-dle Yuqi 1st Mini Album [YUQ1] : Drink It Up (Feat. pH-1), On Clap (Feat. Lexie Liu) - Hip plus hip is Yuqi. The key was to find tracks that would bring out Yuqi‘s deep tone, and in that respect, Yuqi’s solo debut is successful. We recommend ‘Drink It Up’, which harmonizes with pH-1‘s melodic rap, and ‘On Clap’, which minimizes the beat and repeats the 4-bar bass loop to get your heart racing. ♦ DKB 8th Mini Album [Urban Ride] : TAEKWONDO- The humorous kick of the laughter inducing artists. DKB, who includes one quirky track in every album, came back with ‘Taekwondo’ this time. The background music that seems to be inside a console game screen induced ‘ssic’ laughter, and the powerful energy of Taekwondo intuitively and humorously conveyed the group’s energy. ♦ Young Tak Mini Album [SuperSuper]: Icefish in the Desert - Equipped with humorDec 30, 2024
SPECIALTaeyeon, ‘Blur’ Unprocessable Clarity - Voice of the Year [Jeon Hyo-jin‘s Selfish Pick]- The arrangement is in chronological order of albums released from January 1st to December 13th - ♦ Wendy‘s 2nd mini album [Wish You Hell]: Queen Of The Party- A singer who breathes life into notes. ‘Queen Of The Party’ is a track where you can hear Wendy’s lively vocals like live sashimi. She perfectly digested this song where rhythm is key and opened a vocal party. ♦ NCT Doyoung‘s 1st album [Youth Foam (YOUTH)]: Lost In California- A vocal that is not all that kind. ‘Lost In California’ is a track that showed a reversal of Doyoung’s vocals, which were felt to be close to the classic. The rock genre, where grandeur and kitsch swirl, is mixed with Doyoung‘s unique ‘vocal acting’, creating a mysterious addictiveness. ♦ Do Kyung Soo’s 3rd mini album [Growth]: Popcorn, To Today (Good Night)- A black hole voice. Excitement, comfort, Do Kyung-soo‘s vocals alone are enough.♦ iKon’s Koo Jun-hoe‘s 1st album [Whim]: Sad (FDec 30, 2024
SPECIALOh My Girl ‘Heavenly’, Heaven spread across your eardrums - Healing song of the year [Jeon Hyo-jin‘s selfish pick]- The arrangement is in chronological order of the albums released from January 1st to December 13th- ♦ EPEX Regular 1st Album [소화(韶華) 1st Album: Youth]: Painkiller- A song with a pretty heart. ‘Painkiller’ is a love song presented by EPEX in these days when dopamine needs to burst to get attention. It starts off softly and ends with a magnificent chorus, keeping you listening until the end of the song. ♦ ONEWE Mini 3rd Album [Planet Nine: ISOTROPY]: A Midsummer Night‘s Meteor Shower, Kiss in the Rain- If you miss romance. The emotional band ONEWE sang about romance with ‘A Midsummer Night’s Meteor Shower’ and ‘Kiss in the Rain’. The piano line that repeats descending and ascending lines and the guitar solo expressed the splendor of the meteor shower, and the local piano chords added warmth to the falling rain. ♦ Fantasy Boys 3rd Mini Album [MAKE SUNSHINE]: I didn‘t know if it was my first love or a fleeting emotion - the peak of freshness. Easy melody that you’ll remember after listenDec 30, 2024
SPECIALChungha, ‘I’m Ready’ - One song of the year [Jeon Hyo-jin‘s selfish pick]- The arrangement is in chronological order of albums released from January 1st to December 13th. - ♦ Chung Ha Digital Single [EENIE MEENIE]: I’m Ready- Chung Ha with venom, her mind clear! This track is filled with the determination to return to the stage after a long hiatus. The dramatic development of the song that makes you imagine Chung Ha‘s movements is superb. ♦ TIOT Debut Album [Kick-START]: Ganayo (Moonrise)- A perfect easy-listening song. Although it is a pre-released track, it is a shame to let it be buried. The band sound that is dreamy but does not lose the tension, and the harmony of the vocals and rap that blends in here are easy to listen to. ♦ IVE 2nd Mini Album [IVE SWITCH]: Blue Heart- Ive’s heart that is turning blue and hot. This track is included with lyrics written by member Jang Won-young. You can see the unique atmosphere of the song that is sweet and cute, but also somewhat cynical, and the lyrics that are like the sweetest sarcasm in the world, and the heartsDec 30, 2024
SPECIALTwice Momo, Unique Glamorous Body… Dizzying Sexiness [DA★]Momo of the group Twice showed off her unique body. Momo posted a picture with a heart emoticon on her Instagram on the 28th. In the revealed picture, Momo is wearing a tube top and hot pants and striking various poses. Momo‘s shining visuals and superior glamorous body catch the eye. Meanwhile, Twice, which Momo is a part of, released their 14th mini album ‘STRATEGY’ and the title song ‘Strategy (feat. Megan Thee Stallion)’ on the 6th. They are scheduled to appear on NHK’s 75th ‘Kōhaku Uta Gassen’, Japan‘s representative year-end special broadcast, on the 31st. Reporter Seunghyun Kim, Donga.com tmdgus@donga.comDec 30, 2024
SPECIALJo Yuri, is it Junhee from ‘Squid Game 2? Jangku‘s charm explodes [DA★]Singer and actress Jo Yu-ri showed off her mischievous charm. Jo Yu-ri posted a photo with a star-shaped emoticon on her Instagram on the 28th. In the released photo, Jo Yu-ri posed while holding a large puppy doll. Jo Yu-ri‘s innocent beauty and mischievous smile caught the attention of those who saw her. Meanwhile, Jo Yu-ri played the role of ‘Jun-hee’, who participated in the game with incorrect investment information, in the Netflix series ‘Squid Game 2’, which was released on the 26th. Reporter Kim Seung-hyun, Donga.com tmdgus@donga.comDec 30, 2024
SPECIALKim Hee-jung, healthy swimsuit figure… Moana real-life feeling [DA★]Kim Hee-jung, healthy swimsuit figure… Moana real-life feel [DA★] Actress Kim Hee-jung showed off her extraordinary healthy beauty. On the 28th, Kim Hee-jung posted on her Instagram, tagging a swimsuit brand, “My travel mate who has been to every place this year. Please take care of me in the new year!” She shared various photos of herself in a swimsuit and on her trip. In the photos, she is wearing a swimsuit, revealing her firm body line and radiating healthy beauty. She boasted a pictorial-like atmosphere with a great body without an ounce of fat and refreshing facial features. Meanwhile, Kim Hee-jung met audiences last year with the movies ‘Rabang’ and ‘The Glory of the Family: Returns’, and was active in the SBS women’s soccer variety show ‘Goal-kicking Girls’. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comDec 29, 2024
SPECIALJeong Joo-ri, Fifth Birth… Five Sons “So Special” [DA★]Jung Joo-ri gives birth to fifth child… Five sons “So special” [DA★] Comedian Jung Joo-ri gave birth to her fifth child. On the 29th, Jung Joo-ri announced on her Instagram, “My youngest, Tto-tto (nickname), was born. I and Tto-tto are both healthy”. According to her SNS, Jung Joo-ri gave birth to a healthy 3.76kg baby boy at 2:41 am that day. Jung Joo-ri said, “I want to thank everyone who cheered me on. I will raise him well” and expressed her overwhelming feelings, saying, “I still can‘t believe I’m the mother of five sons. He‘s so special”. Her SNS was filled with congratulatory comments from her fellow celebrities. Kim Ga-yeon said, “Congratulations. By the way, what’s going on with Tto-tto‘s weight?” while Park Seul-gi said, “You’re awesome. Thank you. Congratulations to you, unnie. You‘re the greatest.” Kim Mi-ryeo, Jo Hye-ryun, and Kim Young-hee also left congratulatory comments. Jung Joo-ri married a boyfriend who was one year younger than her in May 2015 and gave birth to herDec 29, 2024
SPECIALWang Zuxian in her 50s, current status after retirement… The familiar bookend goddess [DA★]The recent status of Taiwanese-born Hong Kong actress Joey Wong has been revealed after her retirement. Joey Wong recently posted a recent photo on her channel with a year-end greeting. In the photo, Joey Wong boasts long hair and clear skin that makes you forget her age of 50, but she catches the eye with her friendly appearance, which is different from her past when she boasted perfect beauty. Joey Wong, who debuted in the 1984 film ‘Ban-Hoe-Hyeon-Rang’, moved to Hong Kong after filming a film in Taiwan and played the lead role in various genres of films. He was loved throughout Asia as the ‘original bookend goddess’ for films such as ‘A Chinese Ghost Story’, ‘The East is Red 2’. She left the entertainment industry after the film ‘Beautiful Shanghai’, which was released in 2004. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.comDec 29, 2024
SPECIAL‘Romeo and Juliet’ Olivia Hussey dies at 73 [DA:Hollywood]Actress Olivia Hussey, who made a name for herself in the film ‘Romeo and Juliet’, has passed away. According to Variety and other local media outlets on the 27th (local time), Olivia Hussey passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones. According to film director Mark Huestis, Olivia Hussey died of cancer. Olivia Hussey was born on April 17, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and made her debut in the 1964 film ‘The Crunch’. Olivia Hussey‘s most famous work is the film ‘Romeo and Juliet’, for which she won the Golden Globe Award for Best New Actress and the David di Donatello Golden Plate Award in 1969. Reporter Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com yyynnn@donga.comDec 28, 2024
SPECIAL‘55 years old’ Kim Wan-sun, wearing only a bra top… Perfect body [DA★]Singer Kim Wan-sun is drawing attention by showing off her perfect body in a bra top. On the 27th, Kim Wan-sun posted a photo on her SNS with the caption, “Abs that only good people can see.” In the photo, Kim Wan-sun is wearing a purple bra top and taking a picture of herself in the mirror. She is drawing attention by showing off a body that is hard to believe is 55 years old. Reporter Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com yyynnn@donga.comDec 28, 2024