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TV‘Father of Three Daughters’ Jin Tae-hyun “Not a Good Person, Too Much Praise” [DA★]‘Father of three adoptive daughters’ Jin Tae-hyun “Not a good person, too much praise” [DA★] Actor Jin Tae-hyun shared the heartwarming news of adopting two more daughters with his wife Park Si-eun, and showed a humble attitude toward the pouring support and praise. Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun adopted a college student from a Jeju Island orphanage where they had been volunteering for several years in 2019. They also revealed the daily life of the family of three with their adopted daughters on SBS ‘Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny’. Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun recently revealed that they had adopted two adoptive daughters whom they had met at an orphanage. In response to the enthusiastic response, Jin Tae-hyun wrote on his SNS on the 8th, “I am not a good person, kind person, or good person. I am just a person who tries to live for just one second as I learned from Jesus in the Bible. I am even more not a person who packages goodness with an image. “I would rather ruJan 08, 2025
TV‘Crayon Shin-chan’ Voice Actor and Actor Yoo Ho-han Passes Away… Aged 52‘Crayon Shin-chan’ voice actor and actor Yoo Ho-han has passed away...at age 52 Voice actor and actor Yoo Ho-han has passed away. He was 52. According to industry sources on the 8th, Yoo Ho-han passed away that day. The specific cause of death has not been announced. The funeral has been held at the Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital funeral hall in Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do, and the funeral is scheduled to be held on the 11th. Born in 1972, Yoo Ho-han debuted in 2000 as the 4th class of the former Daekyo Broadcasting voice actor theater company. He was re-entered as the 29th class of the KBS voice actor theater company in 2002 and worked as a freelancer in 2005. He was the president of the KBS voice actor theater company in 2016. His representative works include Haruhiko and Pain in the animation ‘Gash Bell’, Kisuke in ‘Inuyasha’, and Macao in the movie ‘Crayon Shin-chan’. He also voiced Vision in the ‘Avengers’ film series. In addition to voice acting, he also worked as an aJan 08, 2025
TVI feel sorry for Kim Sook, a huge real estate opportunity… “Apgujeong-dong‘s representative apartment” (Save me! Holmes)Kim Sook feels bad, a super jackpot real estate opportunity… Broadcaster Kim Sook confesses that she missed the super jackpot opportunity. On the episode of MBC’s ‘Save Me! Homes’ (directed by: Jung Da-hee, Kim Moon-seop, Kim Jin-kyung, Kim Wan-chul/hereafter ‘Homes’) that will air on the 9th, actors Song Jin-woo and ‘Oh My Girl’ Seunghee will appear in a special on Gangnam’s two major apartment complexes. The episode that day will be a special on the most famous apartment complexes in South Korea. Actors Song Jin-woo, ‘Oh My Girl’ Seunghee, and Kim Sook will join forces to thoroughly examine the commercial areas of the two major apartment complexes representing Gangnam, Daechi-dong and Apgujeong. The three of them head to the Daechi-dong apartment complex located right in front of Daechi Station. Completed in 1979, it is said to be one of the first-generation apartment complexes in Gangnam. Kim Sook and Seunghee, who discovered the floor guide at the entrance of the shopping mall, comJan 08, 2025
TVKim Ji-eun and Bae In-hyeok suddenly cut ties “Chemistry is good, but...” (Yongtaro)Kim Ji-eun, Bae In-hyuk suddenly cut ties “Chemistry is good...” (Yongtaro) Actors Bae In-hyuk and Kim Ji-eun showed off their perfect acting chemistry. Bae In-hyuk and Kim Ji-eun asked Lee Yong-jin about their acting chemistry on the YouTube channel ‘Yongtaro’, which will be released on the 8th. The two worked together in the drama ‘Check In Hanyang’. Bae In-hyuk plays the role of Prince Muyeong-gun Lee Eun, who enters Yongcheonru as an educational cadet under the name Lee Eun-ho, and Kim Ji-eun plays the role of Hong Deok-su, who enters Yongcheonru disguised as a man. Regarding their acting chemistry in ‘Check In Hanyang’, Lee Yong-jin read the tarot cards the two chose and explained, “They match so well in real life. Regardless of their compatibility, it appears that Kim Ji-eun can create synergy with anyone she meets.” On this day, Bae In-hyeok recalled his first impression of Kim Ji-eun and said, “I thought she was like an ice princess or a Seoul woman, but she wasn‘t like that atJan 08, 2025
TVSung Dong-il, Kim Kwang-gyu, Um Ki-joon, Jang Hyuk, Shin Seung-hwan ‘Shalala’ First broadcast in February [Official]‘Studying Language Before It‘s Too Late - Shala Shala’ will open the door to JTBC entertainment in 2025. JTBC’s ‘Studying Language Before It‘s Too Late - Shala Shala’ (abbreviated as ‘Shala Shala’), which will be aired for the first time on the 5th, is a new entertainment program that contains the ups and downs of ‘free talking’ challenges of five actors who went on a language study trip to the UK. ‘Shala Shala’ is joined by Korea’s representative actors Sung Dong-il, Kim Kwang-gyu, Um Ki-joon, Jang Hyuk, and Shin Seung-hwan, and they set off for the UK, the birthplace of English. These people, who have embarked on a language study trip without anyone‘s help for the first time in their lives, will show an extreme journey where nothing is easy, from advance preparations, finding a roommate, language study life, and ‘just us’ independent travel. Also, the members who are experiencing their second school days through language school life will enjoy a pleasant campus life to the fullest foJan 08, 2025
TVMBC donates 580 million won from the profits of ‘I Live Alone’ ‘What to Do’MBC donated 580 million won in profits. According to MBC on the 8th, donations were made to 18 social welfare organizations and schools through the ‘2024 MBC Donation Ceremony’ held at the Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation building in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu on the morning of the same day. The ceremony was attended by MBC President Ahn Hyung-joon and officials from 11 social welfare organizations, including the Community Chest of Korea, Dongbang Social Welfare Association, Milal Welfare Foundation, Snail of Love, Seoul National University Children‘s Hospital, Severance Children’s Hospital, Anna‘s House, Beautiful Foundation, Green Umbrella Children’s Foundation, Korea Pediatric Cancer Foundation, and Together Love Field. The total donation made this time was 580 million won.Jan 08, 2025
TV‘Casino’Hojo, Netflix ‘XO, Kitty: Season 2’ Casting [Official]‘Casino’ Hojo Cast in Netflix‘s ‘Xo, Kitty: Season 2’ [Official] Actor Hojo has joined the Netflix series ‘Xo, Kitty: Season 2’. ‘Xo, Kitty’ is a series that depicts Kitty’s exciting journey as she enters Korea to attend the same high school her mother attended and her boyfriend. The previous season recorded 72.08 million viewing hours in just 4 days when it was released, entered the TOP 10 in 90 countries, and ranked 2nd in the Netflix Global TOP 10 TV (English) category. Hojo shared his thoughts on appearing in ‘Xo, Kitty: Season 2’ through his agency Just Entertainment. First, he said, “As a third culture kid (a term referring to people who grew up in more than two cultural backgrounds during their childhood and growing up years), it is meaningful to join the new season of the global production ‘X.O., Kitty’ that respects various cultures and languages.” He continued, “Since ‘X.O., Kitty’ is a production that shows new possibilities by overcoming existing barriers, I hope to createJan 08, 2025
TVKian84, doesn‘t he fit in with Gangnam? During the recording, “It’s uncomfortable” (Kian Lee Seo)Singer Kangnam will appear as the deputy manager of Kian Isseo Co., Ltd. and show off unique chemistry with Kian84. In the 5th episode of ‘Kian Isseo’ on ENA, LG U+ STUDIO X+U on the 9th, an awkward atmosphere flows between Manager Kangnam and ‘Kixseo (CEO of Kian84)’, different from the employees who have accompanied them on site so far, capturing attention. When Manager Kangnam meets ‘Kixseo’, he says shyly, “I can‘t look him in the eye”, and ‘Kixseo’ awkwardly smiles and says, “It’s uncomfortable. I‘ll take a taxi”. This makes people wonder whether the two people who have difficulty even making eye contact will be able to successfully complete the mission to solve the CEO’s worries. In that day‘s broadcast, ‘Kixseo’ and Deputy Manager Kangnam are transferred to a liquor company, the mecca of makgeolli, and challenge themselves to solve the worries of the liquor company’s CEO. ‘Giseo’, who became the CEO of a daily liquor company, participates in tastings, which is one of his duties,Jan 08, 2025
TVPark Sung Hoon “In the morning, I film ‘Squid Game 2’, and in the evening, I film ‘Queen of Tears’” [DA: Interview②]Actor Park Sung-hoon has talked about the reason he took on the unconventional challenge of transforming into a transgender through ‘Squid Game 2’. On the afternoon of the 8th, Park Sung-hoon met with Dong-a.com for an interview for the Netflix series ‘Squid Game Season 2’ (hereafter ‘Squid Game 2”) at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, and talked about the work. When asked about director Hwang Dong-hyeok‘s intentions in casting Park Sung-hoon as Hyun-joo in ‘Squid Game 2”, he replied, “He said he saw Hyun-joo’s appearance after watching a work where I played the role of an ordinary father. That‘s why I was surprised and fascinated.” Park Sung-hoon also said, “I was both fascinated and surprised that he gave me that kind of role. On the other hand, there was also a burdensome aspect. On the other hand, it was the newest and biggest challenge for me as an actor, and I think I developed the ambition to cherish this role and make it into an attractive character.” The character ofJan 08, 2025
TV‘Squid Game 2’ Park Sung-hoon “AV photo controversy, self-reproach and regret…”Crying [DA:Interview①]Actor Park Sung Hoon has apologized once again for posting a Japanese AV cover on his SNS and explained the situation at the time. On the afternoon of the 8th, Park Sung Hoon met with Donga.com for an interview about the Netflix series ‘Squid Game Season 2’ (hereafter ‘Squid Game 2’) at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, and talked about the work. Before starting the interview that day, Park Sung Hoon opened up about posting and then deleting a Japanese AV (Adult Video) cover that parodied the ‘Squid Game’ series on his SNS story on December 30th of last year. Park Sung Hoon said, “First of all, I would like to apologize for causing inconvenience and concern to many people due to my recent huge mistake. I approached it with a more heavy and nervous heart than ever. The biggest reason is that there were so many people, including the production team, staff, and actors, who worked hard, and I was very nervous that it might cause more damage,” he apologized. Regarding the situatioJan 08, 2025
TVLee Kyung-sil, ‘Premarital Child’ Son Bo-seung and Cut Off “I Had to Be Cool” (Joseon‘s Lover)TV CHOSUN‘s hyper-realistic documentary entertainment ‘Joseon’s Lovers’ will accompany mother and son Lee Kyung-sil, who had once cut ties with her. Lee Kyung-sil and her son Son Bo-seung take the first step toward restoring their relationship with ‘Joseon‘s Lovers’. On the 13th, comedian Lee Kyung-sil and her son, actor Son Bo-seung, will reveal their feelings at the moment when they broke off their relationship. In 2022, Son Bo-seung became a father at the young age of 23 due to a premarital pregnancy. When Lee Kyung-sil heard the news, she declared that she would ‘cut ties’ with her son in the past, which garnered public attention. Lee Kyung-sil recalled the memory at the time, saying, “My son, who hadn’t even served in the military, became a father at the age of 23, and there was nothing I could do.” She then said, “The incident has already occurred, and I had to be more calm because I had to let them know that their parents don‘t always accept it when they commit an act, and thatJan 08, 2025
TVKim Hye-soo, full of lovelinessActress Kim Hye-soo poses at the Disney Plus ‘Trigger’ production conference held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVKim Hye-soo, ‘Trigger’ investigative reporting team leaderActress Kim Hye-soo poses at the Disney Plus ‘Trigger’ production conference held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVDisney Plus Takes Aim at ‘Trigger’Director Yoo Seon-dong, actors Joo Jong-hyuk, Kim Hye-soo, and Jeong Seong-il pose at the production conference for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVThe Three Musketeers of ‘Trigger’Actors Joo Jong-hyuk, Kim Hye-soo, and Jeong Seong-il pose at the production conference for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVLovely ‘Trigger’ production presentationActors Joo Jong-hyuk, Kim Hye-soo, and Jeong Seong-il pose at the production conference for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVJoo Jong-hyuk, bold poseActor Joo Jong-hyuk poses at the production conference for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVJeong Seong-il, a trigger with a cute feelActor Jeong Seong-il poses at the production conference for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVDirector Yoo Seon-dong, a smile like an investigative reporterDirector Yoo Seon-dong poses at the production presentation for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025
TVJeong Seong-il, cuteness in shynessActor Jeong Seong-il poses at the production conference for Disney Plus‘ ‘Trigger’ held at Conrad Seoul in Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul on the 8th. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comJan 08, 2025