TVJung Ji-so, Debut in Crisis… ♥Dating with Jin-young (Suspicious Partner)A sweet moment between Jung Ji-so and Jin-young was captured. In episode 9 of KBS 2TV‘s Wednesday-Thursday drama ‘Suspicious Girl’ (directed by Park Yong-soon/written by Heo Seung-min) aired on the 15th, Oh Doo-ri (played by Jung Ji-so) feels a heart-fluttering excitement for Daniel Han (played by Jin-young). Previously, Doo-ri and Daniel continued to care for each other and took care of each other carefully. While the strange atmosphere between the two heated up the living rooms, in the stills released today (15th), the surprised Doo-ri and the calm-looking Daniel’s expressions immediately capture attention. Doo-ri, who was with Daniel, is flustered when Kim Ae-shim (played by Cha Hwa-yeon) comes to visit. Then, Doo-ri shows complicated feelings when Ae-shim notifies her of her dismissal. Daniel, who was looking at Doo-ri, comforts her with an indifferent expression. Doori, who was caught in the act of trying to hide, expresses gratitude to Daniel for comforting her without prejudice.Jan 15, 2025
TVYoo Jae-pil, ‘Namib’ MC appearance… 100% synchronizationBroadcaster Yoo Jae-pil caught everyone‘s attention with his high synchronization with his character in the drama ‘Namib’. Episodes 7 and 8 of the Genie TV original drama ‘Namib’, which aired on the 13th and 14th, showed the live audition competition scene of Star Rise. In the drama, Yoo Jae-pil played the role of an audition MC and showed a high synchronization with his character, naturally melting into the viewers. Above all, Yoo Jae-pil fully played his role as an MC with accurate diction, realistic facial expressions, and appropriate breathing and vocalization that made it impossible to let go of the tension. In particular, Yoo Jae-pil has been active as an MC in various fields such as red carpets, showcases, press conferences, fan meetings, and entertainment shows, and based on this, he showed acting without any sense of awkwardness in the drama and increased the immersion. It is said that at this time, he exchanged ideas with the director on site and added comments and ad-libs atJan 15, 2025
TV‘300 Billion Won Building Owner’ Yoo Jae-suk, Kim Jong-min Wedding Gift Flex “It‘s Expensive~” (Whenever he gets a chance)‘30 billion won building owner’ Yoo Jae-suk, Kim Jong-min wedding gift flex “It‘s expensive~” (Whenever I get a chance) SBS ‘Whenever I get a chance’ Yoo Jae-suk went big for Kim Jong-min who is about to get married. SBS ‘Whenever I get a chance’ (directed by Choi Bo-pil/written by Chae Jin-ah), which aired on the 14th (Tue), is a ‘gap strategy’ variety show that presents luck in the brief gaps in our daily lives. In the 19th episode, Yoo Jae-suk, ‘special gap MC’ Kim Dae-myung, and ‘gap friend’ Kim Jong-min appeared, filling the gaps with happiness at the amusement park cast office, costume shop, and animal hospital. On this day, Kim Dae-myung confessed that he went on the first preliminary survey of ‘Whenever I get a chance’ to fill the empty spot of Yoo Yeon-seok who was busy filming a drama. Kim Dae-myung said, “Here, Yeon-seok’s position is like a human navigation. To fill in the gap, my junior friend and two older men came and played around wearing headbands. I know all the goodJan 15, 2025
TVGo Hyun-jung, trainee transfer contract with major agency (Namib) [TV Comprehensive]Ryeo Woon surprised Go Hyun Jung with his unexpected statement. In episode 8 of the Genie TV original drama ‘Namib’ (written by Eom Sung Min, directed by Han Sang Jae, Kang Min Goo) aired on the 14th, Yoo Jin Woo (played by Ryeo Woon) surprised everyone by making an unexpected offer to Kang Soo Hyun (played by Go Hyun Jung), who had transferred him to a large agency without saying anything, to be his manager. As a result, episode 8 of ‘Namib’ recorded ratings of 2.3% in the metropolitan area and 2.2% nationwide (based on Nielsen Korea). Yoo Jin Woo, who went on stage for the live broadcast of the main event after hearing Chris‘s (played by Lee Ki Taek) threat to use Kang Soo Hyun as an excuse to disqualify him from the audition, performed a different song than the one assigned to him. The stage that contained his confused emotions and his own situation thrilled the viewers, but he was eliminated because he sang a song that had not been agreed upon in advance, leaving a sense of regret.Jan 15, 2025
TVMoon Ga-young, a fierce team leader, but warm to her teammates (He‘s a black dragon)Moon Ga-young, a savage team leader but warm to her teammates (That Guy is a Black Flame Dragon) ‘Romance Goddess’ Moon Ga-young will present an even more mature office romance. tvN‘s new Monday-Tuesday drama ‘That Guy is a Black Flame Dragon’ (directed by Lee Soo-hyun/written by Kim Soo-yeon/produced by Studio N/planned by Studio Dragon), which has confirmed its first broadcast on February 17, is a romance about the unsealing of the ‘head killer’ team leader Baek Soo-jung, who suffers from a dark past, and the ‘third-generation chaebol’ team leader Ban Joo-yeon, who holds a black flame dragon in her heart. Director Lee Soo-hyun and writer Kim Soo-yeon, who directed tvN’s ‘Beneficial Fraud’, have joined forces to create this drama based on the popular Naver webtoon of the same name by writer Hye Jin-yang. Moon Ga-young plays the role of ‘Baek Soo-jung, the youngest planning team leader at Yongseong Department Store. She is a chief killer who is used to fighting with her boss, the chiefJan 15, 2025
TVSeo Kang-joon X Jin Ki-joo ‘Undercover High School’ Script Reading Site RevealedMBC‘s ‘Undercover High School’ has drawn attention by revealing the script reading site where the actors’ acting synergy shone. MBC‘s new Friday-Saturday drama ‘Undercover High School’ (planned by Nam Goong Sung-woo/written by Lim Young-bin/directed by Choi Jung-in/produced by Neo Entertainment, Slingshot Studio), which is scheduled to air for the first time in February, is a drama that contains the story of a National Intelligence Service agent who goes undercover as a high school student to track down the whereabouts of Emperor Gojong’s missing gold bars. The main characters who will lead ‘Undercover High School’ have gathered in one place at the script reading site. Director Choi Jeong-in, writer Lim Yeong-bin, and other top actors Seo Kang-joon (as Jeong Hae-seong), Jin Ki-joo (as Oh Soo-ah), Kim Shin-rok (as Seo Myung-joo), Jeon Bae-soo (as Ahn Seok-ho), Lee Seo-hwan (as Kim Hyung-bae), Jo Bok-rae (as Go Young-hoon), Yoon Ga-i (as Park Mi-jeong), Kim Min-joo (as Lee Ye-na), Park SJan 15, 2025
TVKu Hye-sun, even getting into albums?… Jaw-dropping income (Radio Star)Actress Ku Hye-sun, who appeared on ‘Radio Star’, confesses her special college life as the ‘typical college student’. She tells the story of being confessed to(?) by a college student in his 20s, and also reveals the story of being currently a master‘s student at KAIST and serving as the ‘deputy representative of the department’. She also reveals the fact that she came to the studio wearing a ‘hat’ because of an embarrassing situation(?) and could not wash, foreshadowing big laughter. MBC‘Radio Star’ (planned by Kang Young-sun/directed by Kim Myung-yeop and Hwang Yoon-sang), which will air on the afternoon of the 15th, will be decorated with a special episode of ‘My Second Act is Clear’, starring Choo Shin-soo, Ku Hye-sun, Kwak Si-yang, and Yoon Nam-no. Ku Hye-sun received much love from the public as she rose to fame as an actress starting with the then-most popular drama ‘Boys Over Flowers’. Since then, she has been surprising everyone with her multi-talented side, such as showing hJan 15, 2025
TV‘Ogame2’ Jo Yuri “Senior Im Siwan, more than advice… I was inspired by his actions” [DA:Interview②]‘Ogem2’ Jo Yuri “Senior Im Siwan, inspired by his actions rather than advice” [DA:Interview②] Singer and actress Jo Yuri mentioned her chemistry with senior Im Siwan. In a recent interview for the second season of the Netflix series ‘Squid Game’, held at a cafe in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Jo Yuri said, “When I first met my seniors during the script reading, it felt like watching TV. I was so nervous. I even asked senior Park Sung Hoon, who was sitting next to me, ‘Is it okay to be this nervous?’. My senior also said, ‘I‘m always nervous.’ Even when we were having meals on set, I thought, “Who am I eating with right now?” Season 2 of ‘Squid Game’, which was released at the end of last year, is a story about the fierce confrontation between ‘Ki-hoon’ (Lee Jung-jae), who vows revenge and returns to participate in the game, and ‘Frontman’ (Lee Byung-hun) who greets him, and the real game that begins again. Jo Yu-ri has also proudly joined the lineup, boasting a stellar cast including Lee Byung-huJan 15, 2025
TV‘Ogame2’ Jo Yuri “Yena, pregnancy + crying precognitive dream… Surprised” [DA: Interview①]‘Ogem2’ Jo Yu-ri “Yena unnie, pregnancy + crying precognitive dream... surprised” [DA: Interview ①] Singer and actress Jo Yu-ri shared her thoughts on appearing in season 2 of ‘Squid Game’. In a recent interview for season 2 of the Netflix series ‘Squid Game’, held at a cafe in Jongno-gu, Seoul, Jo Yu-ri explained that she joined the production after going through four rounds of auditions. She said, “I thought I failed because it took a long time between the first and the second round of auditions. That‘s why I was even happier when I got the call that I passed. I met director Hwang Dong-hyeok from the third round, but the auditions were conducted without a decided role. I think he probably had me in mind for the role of Jun-hee from the fourth audition. If it hadn’t been for Jun-hee, I wouldn‘t have failed,“ and added, “During the audition, the director just said, ‘You’re good,’ and didn‘t give me any other feedback. He confessed, ”I was happy that they treated me so kindly, but on thJan 15, 2025
TV‘My Perfect Secretary’ Lee Jun-hyuk, a perfect topic of conversationLee Joon-hyuk‘s popularity is extraordinary. He has captivated viewers through the currently airing SBS drama ’My Perfect Secretary‘. After his debut, he has mainly appeared in genre dramas, but he has succeeded in appealing his charms in a romantic comedy that he has released after a long time. The drama depicts the romance between a ’workaholic‘ headhunter company CEO and a secretary who is perfect at childcare, housework, and work. In the drama, Lee Joon-hyuk plays the role of Yoo Eun-ho, a ’single dad‘ secretary who takes good care of his boss. He is a character loved by his coworkers for his neat appearance, good manners, and deep consideration. At the same time, he is cool andJan 15, 2025
TVLee Chae-min, a unique presenceLee Chae-min is showing off his unique presence among male actors in their mid-20s. After making his mark in the 2023 drama ‘Ilta Scandal’ starring Jeon Do-yeon, he has been making a name for himself by taking on leading roles and popular works in just over a year. Around the same time, he also appeared as the host of KBS 2TV‘s music program ‘Music Bank’, captivating even teenagers, and boasting extraordinary influence overseas as well. He recently finished filming and is currently working with Lee Jun-ho in the Netflix drama ‘Cashier’, which is awaiting its first broadcast. He has the superpower to become as strong as the cash in his hand.Jan 15, 2025
TV‘Squid Game 2’, a record in 18 days since its releaseNetflix series ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 is drawing attention by maintaining its No. 1 spot in the global TOP 10 for the third week since its release. ‘Squid Game’ Season 2, which contains the fierce confrontation between ‘Ki-hoon’ (Lee Jung-jae) who vows revenge and returns to the game, and ‘The Frontman’ (Lee Byung-hun) who greets him, and the story of the real game beginning again, has maintained its position as the No. 1 series in the Netflix Global TOP 10 series category for three consecutive weeks since its release. ‘Squid Game’ Season 2, which has captivated the world with its unique production and more diverse characters‘ narratives, recorded 26.3 million viewers (the number of hours watched divided by the total running time of the series) from Monday, January 6 to Sunday, January 12, maintaining its No. 1 spot in the Netflix Global TOP 10 series category in both English and non-English, and continuing its explosive response on the TOP 10 lists in 93 countries. With this, it has reJan 15, 2025
TVHa Jung-woo, a living building owner… gets caught up in a kidnapping incident, appears in ‘Building Owner’Actor Ha Jung-woo becomes a ‘building owner’. According to his agency Workhouse Company on the 14th, Ha Jung-woo will be appearing in the new drama ‘building owner’ (written by Errand Boy and directed by Yim Pil-sung). ‘building owner’ is a thriller that tells the story of a living-only building owner struggling with debt who commits a crime to protect his family and building, which are more precious than his life. Although he has become the building owner that everyone dreams of, he is actually struggling with debt. The story is about him participating in a kidnapping to overcome this crisis. The story will unfold as a fake kidnapping turns into a real kidnapping. Ha Jung-woo plays the role of Ki Soo-jong, who becomes a building owner through ‘yeonggeul’ (short for ‘pulling together even the soul’). Ki Soo-jong is a gentle-natured, family-oriented building owner whose goal is to live each day diligently. However, he gets caught up in a kidnapping. Ha Jung-woo, who has played a charactJan 14, 2025
TVKang Hoon‘s murder case is revealed, ‘Hunter with a Scalpel’ confirmed to appear [Official]Actor Kang Hoon will be starring in the mid-form drama ‘Hunter with a Scalpel’ (written by Jo Han-young, Park Hyun-shin, Hong Yeon-yi, and Jin Se-hyuk, directed by Lee Jung-hoon) from LG U+‘s content studio STUDIO X+U. ‘Hunter with a Scalpel’ is a crime psychological thriller that tells the story of Se-hyeon, a genius forensic scientist, who discovers traces of his father’s murder while performing an autopsy and goes on a hunt to catch his father before the police in order to hide his past that he wants to erase. In ‘Hunter with a Scalpel’, which promises an unconventional story, original characters, and nonstop, fast-paced development, Kang Hoon plays the role of Jung Jung-hyun, the leader of the violent crimes unit who becomes entangled with Se-hyeon while investigating a murder case. The psychological change of Jeong-hyeon, who believes that human nature is good, will be captured with Kang Hoon‘s unique charm. Kang Hoon received attention for his unique charm in the drama ‘To My HarJan 14, 2025
TVRyeoun, Yoon Sanghyun, Lee Jinwoo, a dinner party that will blow away your worries and concerns (Namib)Ryeo-woon enjoys healing with his loved ones during a tough audition schedule. In episode 8 of the Genie TV original drama ‘Namib’ (written by Eom Sung-min, directed by Han Sang-jae and Kang Min-goo), which airs on the 14th, Yoo Jin-woo (played by Ryeo-woon) puts aside his worries and concerns for a moment and goes camping with Kang Soo-hyun‘s (played by Go Hyun-jung) family. Although Yoo Jin-woo had previously received a lot of attention for his outstanding skills, he not only became a victim of the devil’s editing, but he was also pressured by Chris (played by Lee Ki-taek) to fall off the live stage. Yoo Jin-woo, who sensed that the situation was serious, was unable to control his wavering mentality and did not sing any songs on the live stage. Kang Soo-hyun‘s expression as she watched Yoo Jin-woo in that state on the live broadcast site was filled with bitterness, adding to the pity. Attention is being paid to whether Kang Soo-hyun and Yoo Jin-woo will be able to safely overcome thiJan 14, 2025
TVOpportunity to stand on the stage of ‘Gag Concert’… KBS open recruitment of comedians [Entertainment News HOT]KBS is recruiting its 34th open recruitment comedians. KBS announced on the 14th, “Until January 24th, applications for the KBS 34th open recruitment comedian exam will be accepted on the official ‘Gag Concert’ homepage.” Anyone with a passion for comedy can apply for the KBS 34th open recruitment comedian exam, regardless of age, gender, height, etc., and those selected as the 34th open recruitment comedian will have the opportunity to stand on the ‘Gag Concert’ stage. A KBS official said, “There are many KBS comedians who are active in various entertainment programs, not just ‘Gag Concert’. Future comedians with the passion and talent to create new laughterJan 14, 2025
TVCha Woo-min vs. Hwang Min-hyun, School Lunch Action Coming Soon… First Release on the 23rd (Study Group)Cha Woo-min has announced a fiery showdown with Hwang Min-hyun. The production team of Tving Original ‘Study Group’ (directed by Lee Jang-hoon and Yoo Beom-sang, written by Eom Sun-ho and Oh Bo-hyun), which will be released on the 23rd, released a still cut of Pi Han-ul (played by Cha Woo-min) that creates a dark atmosphere on the 14th. The strong presence of Kim Soon-chul (played by Joo Yeon-woo) and Park Gun-yeop (played by Hong Min-ki) adds to the curiosity. ‘Study Group’ is a comical high school action film about Yoon Ga-min (played by Hwang Min-hyun), who wants to study hard but is only good at fighting, forming a ‘Study Group’ while taking part in a bloody college entrance exam at the worst school. The thrilling and impactful action added to the growth period of Yoon Ga-min, a ‘hidden loner’ who chooses to fight in order to study, and the students, each with their own stories, who try to protect their study group, are expected to provide catharsis. It is based on a popular webtooJan 14, 2025
TVSo Yoo-jin, summoned from 24 years ago… ♥ Baek Jong-won is going to die again [DA★]Actress So Yoo-jin, who is in her 25th year since her debut, shared a video from her days as a rookie. On the 13th, So Yoo-jin posted a video on her SNS account with the caption, “Actress So Yoo-jin, in her second year since her debut, the day she received the MBC Rookie of the Year Award”. The video shows So Yoo-jin giving her acceptance speech after receiving the Rookie of the Year Award at the ‘2001 MBC Drama Awards’. Her plump cheeks and youthful face catch people‘s attention. So Yoo-jin replied to her past self, saying, “I kept seeing the video so I shared it. It’s already been 25 years. Yes, I‘m working hard day by day with that pleasant feeling of burden from back then”. In particular, So Yoo-jin commented on herself styling a surprising yellow hat, “21-year-old Eugene, you’re so fresh. Who told you to wear a hat?” and made everyone laugh. Meanwhile, So Yoo-jin married cooking researcher Baek Jong-won in 2013 and they have one son and two daughters. Baek Jong-won said in the pasJan 14, 2025
TVNana, Blurred Full Body Tattoos… Playing Games While Wearing Exposure Costumes [DA★]Nana, blurred full body tattoos… Game immersion in revealing outfit [DA★] Singer and actress Nana showed off her model pose. On the 14th, Nana revealed behind-the-scenes cuts and videos from a beauty brand event held at the Hyundai Department Store The Hyundai Seoul in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul the day before, through her SNS. She appeared in a backless halter-neck white dress, revealing her slim yet glamorous body line. Nana emphasized her slender body line with the lower slit, creating a dignified yet chic atmosphere. Even in her provocative outfit, she squatted down and focused on the game, and even struck bold poses in a waiting car, showing no concern for her exposure. Among them, her full body tattoo, which has been in the process of being removed since 2023, caught attention with its significantly blurred appearance. Meanwhile, Nana was cast in the movie ‘Omniscient Reader‘s Viewpoint’’.’ Recently, she was caught up in a dating rumor with model Chae Jong-seok, who is 6 years youngeJan 14, 2025
TVJoo Byung-jin, Shin Hye-sun and Natural Skinship… “Happy and Thrilling” (Now Love…)Broadcaster Joo Byung-jin (67) and lawyer Shin Hye-sun (54) got closer to each other on their second date. The tvN story ‘Can I Love Now?’ that aired on the 13th showed Joo Byung-jin and Shin Hye-sun‘s second meeting. On a rainy and atmospheric day, the two go on a romantic bus date without a destination. The two, sitting side by side in the back, continued their small talk. When Joo Byung-jin worried about the speed of late love, Shin Hye-sun said, “I think it will be passionate when I meet my real partner. I don’t think age will matter”, making Joo Byung-jin smile brightly. The two who got off the bus buy umbrellas, and when Joo Byung-jin bought only one umbrella, Shin Hye-sun laughed pleasantly, saying, “You‘re a love expert”. The sight of the two walking side by side, relying on one umbrella, was enough to make viewers feel excited. Then, Joo Byung-jin smiled and said, “Is someone who controls the world trying to marry me off? It was like a scene from a movie. That moment was happyJan 14, 2025