‘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 SNS

‘♥Gong Min-jeong’ Jang Jae-ho, ‘Ogem2’Villain Soldier’Strong impact

Actor Jang Jae-ho revealed his hidden face as a ‘villain soldier’ who commits evil deeds and stands in opposition to Park Gyu-young in ‘Squid Game 2’. Jang Jae-ho appeared in Season 2 of the Netflix series ‘Squid Game’, released on the 26th (Thursday), as a soldier who stands in opposition to No-eul (played by Park Gyu-young). As a character who reveals his face among the pink guards who all look the same, he captivates viewers with his strong impact with every appearance. ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 is the story of Ki-hoon (played by Lee Jung-jae), who returns to the game after vowing revenge, and the fierce confrontation between the Frontman (played by Lee Byung-hun) who greets him, as well as the real game starting again. Jang Jae-ho plays a character who is one of the soldiers who are involved in organ trafficking and who repeatedly commits evil deeds, even using force against No-eul who does not cooperate. Jang Jae-ho, who not only reveals his face among the soldiers who completely hide

Marrying an Investment Addict Boyfriend VS Premarital Pregnancy Single Mom… What’s the Wise Choice?

The story of a troubled woman about to get married to her boyfriend who lost all of their wedding funds on coins and stock investments will be revealed. Episode 256 of KBS JOY‘s ‘Love Interference’, which will air tonight (31st) at 10:30 PM, will introduce the story of a troubled woman who dreamed of a financially stable married life. Money isn’t everything, but she didn‘t want to have a married life where she struggled because of money. However, because of the early marriage due to the pregnancy before marriage, she was in a desperate situation where she had to reduce both her new home and her wedding budget. Even when her father’s business was in crisis, she was able to overcome the crisis thanks to her boyfriend‘s suggestion to help him with the wedding funds she had saved. Then one day, she suddenly received an incentive and bought him an expensive gift, and they went on a date at a nice restaurant and had a good time. She was relieved that her boyfriend’s situation had improved, b

Park Na-rae donates funds to Jeju Air plane disaster victims

Broadcaster Park Na-rae has donated money to help victims of the Jeju Air plane crash. Park Na-rae, who is from Muan, Jeollanam-do, expressed her condolences and donated money to the victims of the Jeju Air plane crash that occurred at Muan International Airport in Jeollanam-do on the 29th through the Community Chest of Korea (Chairman Kim Byung-joon). Regarding this, Park Na-rae said, “I would like to express my deepest condolences and words of comfort to the bereaved families who have lost their beloved family members,” and “I would also like to sincerely thank everyone who is working hard on site in this cold weather.”

‘Solo Hell 3’ Choi Hye-sun, Jeju Air Disaster Video Sharing Criticism → Apology

Influencer Choi Hye-sun, who became known through ‘Solo Hell 3’, shared a video of the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster and was criticized for it, but has ended up apologizing. On the 31st, Choi Hye-sun caused controversy by sharing a video of the accident on her SNS along with the message, “May the deceased rest in peace.”. Critics continued to point out that she showed no consideration for the bereaved families. In response, Choi Hye-sun eventually deleted the post and apologized, saying, “I was really short-sighted. I sincerely apologize to everyone who was hurt.” On the morning of the 29th, a Jeju Air passenger plane departing from Bangkok, Thailand crashed and exploded at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province. A total of 181 people, 179 South Koreans and 2 Thais, were on board the plane, and 179 died, excluding the two who were rescued. The government designated a national mourning period from today to January 4, 2025 in relation to the Jeju Air accident. Meanwhile,

Another illegal viewing of ‘Squid Game 2’ in China → Seo Kyung-deok‘s rebuke, “When the authorities step in”

The Netflix series ‘Squid Game 2’, which is receiving worldwide attention, is once again suffering from illegal viewing in China. On the Chinese content review site Douban, a review screen for ‘Squid Game 2’ was created before its release, and currently, over 60,000 reviews are left. Professor Seo Kyung-deok of Sungshin Women‘s University pointed out, “It was like that when ‘Squid Game 1’ was released, and now in China, ‘thief viewing’ is a daily occurrence,” and “It’s even more shocking that they don‘t feel any shame.” Professor Seo especially criticized, “It’s a big problem that up until now, Chinese people have been using the portrait rights of Hallyu stars who appeared in K-content at will, making counterfeit products and selling them as their own revenue structure,” and emphasized, “It‘s time for the Chinese authorities to step in actively from now on.” Earlier, Beijing During the Winter Olympics, the Chinese authorities carried out strict crackdowns on their citizens to protect i

‘School violence controversy, activity suspended’ Ahn Se-ha, Jeju Air passenger plane disaster memorial

Actor Ahn Se-ha, who had suspended his activities due to allegations of school violence, updated his status by posting a memorial message regarding the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster. On the 30th, Ahn Se-ha posted a photo of chrysanthemums with the message, ‘I pray for the soul of the deceased’ on his SNS account. This attracted attention as it was his first SNS activity in about 3 months since the previous allegations of school violence. In September, a post titled ‘Celebrity School Violence Me Too: I am accusing actor Ahn Se-ha of school violence’ was released on an online community. It contained the content that Ahn Se-ha was a bully during his school days and that he bullied himself. Ahn Se-ha‘s agency, Hunus Entertainment, which is embroiled in allegations of academic violence, immediately denied this and took a strong stance, saying, “I will sue for defamation by spreading false information.” Afterwards, Ahn Se-ha sent a handwritten letter saying, “The internet posts and their

Former Kia Tigers Kim Byung-hyun “Stop watching baseball… Be happy with your family” Condolences

Kim Byung-hyun, a former baseball player and broadcaster, paid tribute to a Kia Tigers official who passed away in the Jeju Air plane disaster. On the 30th, Kim Byung-hyun wrote on his SNS, “Someone‘s mom, dad, someone’s son or daughter, someone‘s older brother, younger brother, older sister, older brother. My heart aches so much. I pray that the deceased may rest in peace to all of the bereaved family members.” He continued, “While in the US, I kept clicking the like button on SNS while looking at photos of my team leader, sister-in-law, and 3-year-old nephew having a good time with his family in Thailand. I could not help but laugh at the sight of such a loving husband and wife. I am sorry that my brother could not be better to me, and I hope that he can stop watching baseball and be happy there with his loving wife and rabbit-like child.” In the meantime, a Jeju Air passenger plane from Bangkok, Thailand crashed and exploded at Muan International Airport in Jeollanam-do on the morni

Bae In-hyeok, serious or silly… a fresh young flower boy (Check in Hanyang)

Actor Bae In-hyuk is capturing the attention of viewers with his unexpected appearance. In the Channel A weekend drama ‘Check In Hanyang’ (written by Park Hyun-jin/directed by Myung Hyun-woo/planned by Channel A/produced by Wemad, Artist Studio, Story Networks/joint production and investment by PONY CANYON) aired at 9:10 PM on the 28th and 29th, Bae In-hyuk showed a perfect transformation from the solemn prince Muyeong-gun Lee Eun to Lee Eun-ho, a trainee at Yongcheonru. In episode 3, Bae In-hyuk plays Lee Eun-ho and plays the role of saving Ha Ha-bang with his brilliant mind and witty jokes in the Yongcheonru servant test, earning the comment that he was “born” from instructor servant Bang-sang (played by Kim Yoon-bae). Afterwards, he experienced the spicy taste of peeling onions for the first time in his life and couldn‘t stop crying, and while doing laundry with fellow Hahabang members Hong Deok-soo (played by Kim Ji-eun), Chun Jun-hwa (played by Jung Gun-joo), and Go Soo-ra (played

‘Love is a single-plank bridge’ Jeon Hye-jin “I hope it was a comfort” (Q&A)

Actress Jeon Hye-jin shared her thoughts on the ending of ‘Love on a Single-Log Bridge’. Jeon Hye-jin played the role of Maeng Soo-ah, a math teacher at Dokmok High School and Yoon Ji-won‘s (Jung Yu-mi) best friend, in the tvN weekend drama ‘Love on a Single-Log Bridge’ (directed by Park Joon-hwa, Bae Hee-young/written by Lim Ye-jin/planned by Studio Dragon/produced by Studio Dragon, Blitzway Production), which ended on the 29th, and added another life character to her filmography by being active in the right place and time for the drama. ‘Love on a Single-Log Bridge’ was loved by many for its small and everyday sub-stories in addition to the main story. In particular, among the colorful characters that fill the drama, the character of Maeng Soo-ah, who added Jeon Hye-jin’s signature cheerful and refreshing charm, stood out. Jeon Hye-jin, who delivered witty lines and actions with clever and experienced acting, added liveliness to the drama by making people laugh with just a single lin

Japanese BL drama ‘Juvenile’ first aired in Korea today (30th)

Japanese BL drama ‘Another Child’ to premiere in Korea today (30th) The drama [Another Child ~ We Are Immature and Clumsily Making Progress~], based on the webtoon [Another Child] by Kidari Studio‘s own Lezhin Comics, has released a domestic poster and trailer ahead of its first domestic broadcast today, Monday, December 30th. The drama [Another Child ~ We Are Immature and Clumsily Making Progress~] is the story of Jin Minase (Junsei Motojima), a top student who is indifferent to others, and Haruki Hirukawa (Kenshin Kamimura), a problem child at school. These two people, who are complete opposites in everything, get closer by chance and begin to feel emotions they have never felt before. The original webtoon [Another Child] was a hit that ranked 2nd in the all-ages BL genre category for 2 consecutive years from 2021 to 2022 on Lezhin Comics, so the dramatization itself garnered great expectations. Actor Junsei Motojima, who debuted as the lead in the ‘Kamen Rider Gatchard’ series, and

‘Same Bed, Different Dreams 2’→‘Strongest Baseball’ Monthly Variety Shows Cancelled… Jeju Air Passenger Plane Disaster Memorial [Comprehensive]

‘Same Bed, Different Dreams 2’→‘Strongest Baseball’ Many Monday entertainment programs canceled… In memory of the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster [Comprehensive] Many Monday entertainment programs will be canceled in memory of the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster. First, SBS announced the cancellation of ‘Masters of Living’ and ‘Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny’ that were scheduled to air today (30th). ‘My Perfect Secretary - Perfect Viewing Guide’ and ‘Special Documentary - The Whale and I Part 1, 2’ will be aired in the corresponding time slot. Next, ‘Nightline’ and ‘SBS Special - Body Mentor: Confession about ‘Flesh’ will meet viewers. MBC‘s ‘It’s Glad You Rested’ and ‘Oh Eun-young Report - Marriage Hell’ had already confirmed their cancellation due to the ‘2024 MBC Drama Awards’. The ‘2024 MBC Drama Awards’ will proceed with the awards ceremony, but the live broadcast will be canceled and replaced with a recorded broadcast. The recording schedule and the winner

Kwaktube temporarily suspends uploading travel videos… In memory of Jeju Air passenger plane disaster

Kwak Tube, travel video uploads temporarily suspended… Jeju Air passenger plane disaster memorial travel creator Kwak Tube (real name Kwak Jun-bin) announced the suspension of travel video uploads in memory of the victims of the Jeju Air passenger plane disaster. On the 30th, Kwak Tube wrote on his YouTube channel community, “It seems like a day where it is difficult to even say ‘hello.’ I feel deep sadness and regret at this unbelievable situation. No words are enough, but I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the bereaved families.” He announced, “I will take a break from uploading travel videos that were scheduled to take place,” adding, “I pray that the deceased may rest in peace.” Meanwhile, at approximately 9:03 am on the 29th, a Jeju Air passenger plane was unable to lower its landing gear while attempting a body landing at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province, but it deviated from the runway, crashed into the outer wall, and exploded. Of the 181 people

‘Pregnancy Announcement’ Choi Yeon-cheong, CJeS Appeared [Official]

‘Pregnancy Announcement’ Choi Yeon-chung, C-JeS Out [Official] Actress Choi Yeon-chung has left C-JeS Studio. On the 30th, C-JeS Studio announced, “The exclusive contract with Choi Yeon-chung, who was with our company, has ended. We thank you for your precious relationship with C-JeS Studio, and we hope that all the paths actress Choi Yeon-chung takes will shine.” Choi Yeon-chung, who was Miss Korea in 2013, debuted in the entertainment industry in 2015 by appearing in the music video for Super Junior‘s ‘Magic’. While focusing on activities in the Chinese-speaking world, she became the first Korean actor to sign a contract with a major Chinese agency, Erdong Fanxing, and was ranked among the top actors in their 20s. Choi Yeon-chung began her Korean activities in earnest in 2020, but took a hiatus after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer. She married a sitting judge in June of last year and announced her pregnancy on Christmas Day, the 25th of this month. She said through SNS, “A preci

Han Ji-min-Lee Jun-hyuk ‘My Perfect Secretary’ Production Presentation Cancelled “First Episode Will Be a Normal Broadcast” [Official]

Han Ji-min and Lee Joon-hyuk‘s ‘My Perfect Secretary’ production conference canceled “The first episode will air as scheduled” [Official] The production conference for the new SBS drama ‘My Perfect Secretary’ has been canceled due to the aftermath of the Jeju Air passenger plane crash. On the 30th, SBS said, “The production conference for ‘My Perfect Secretary’ that was scheduled for 2 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2025 has been canceled. We express our deepest condolences and comfort to the victims and their bereaved families” and asked for the press’s understanding. They also said that the originally planned first episode “will air as scheduled.” Originally, the production conference for ‘My Perfect Secretary’ was planned to be attended by director Ham Joon-ho, lead actors Han Ji-min, Lee Joon-hyuk, Kim Do-hoon, and Kim Yoon-hye, and hosted by Park Kyung-rim. ‘My Perfect Secretary’ is a close care romance between Ji-yoon, the CEO of a headhunting company who is only good at ‘work’, and

Han Ji-sang FA released, C-JeS “Exclusive contract expired” [Official]

Han Ji-sang becomes a free agent, C-JeS “Exclusive contract terminated” [Official] C-JeS Studio announced the termination of its exclusive contract with musical actor Han Ji-sang. On the 30th, C-JeS Studio announced through their official SNS, “We sincerely thank you for the warm support and affection you have sent to actor Han Ji-sang. The exclusive contract with Han Ji-sang, who has been with our company, has terminated.”. They said, “We are grateful for actor Han Ji-sang who has been with C-JeS Studio, and we will continue to support Han Ji-sang‘s multifaceted activities. Thank you.”. Han Ji-sang, who has been with C-JeS since 2017, has put an end to his seven years and is embarking on a new beginning. Meanwhile, Han Ji-sang is currently appearing as Judas in the musical ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, which opened on the 7th of last month. ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ will be performed at the BBCH Hall of Gwanglim Arts Center until January 12, 2025. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine25

Biju Resident Current Status “1 Billion Won Fraud... Paying Back in 20 Years”

Mixed-gender group ‘Bijou’ member Jumin (Park Jun-gyu) shared his current situation, saying that he was scammed out of 1 billion won and has been paying off the debt for 20 years. The YouTube channel ‘Current Status Olympics’ has released a video titled ‘Shocking Current Status of a Hit Song Singer Who Disappeared After Being Scammed Out of Billions of Won, Still Paying Off Debt for 20 Years’. Jumin began by saying, “That person was really close to me, but he used my name a lot and left me with a lot of debt. In fact, I‘m still paying it off because his reputation was so great.”He said, “It wouldn’t have been difficult if that hadn‘t happened, but after taking on a huge debt of over 1 billion won, I couldn’t even imagine being scammed. I tried to withdraw 300,000 won from the bank, but I couldn‘t withdraw the money. When I contacted the bank, they said, ’It‘s been seized,’“ he recalled the situation at the time. The resident said, ”I later found out that the acquaintance had taken 100

‘MBC Gayo Daejejeon’ Cancelled - Recorded Broadcast Replaced… Jeju Air Passenger Plane Accident Memorial [Official]

‘MBC Gayo Daejejeon’ Cancelled - Recorded Broadcast Replaced… Jeju Air Plane Crash Memorial [Official] ‘2024 MBC Gayo Daejejeon’ will be canceled. On the 30th, MBC said, “We express our deepest condolences to the victims and their bereaved families of the passenger plane crash that occurred yesterday (29th)”, and announced, “The live broadcast of ‘2024 MBC Gayo Daejejeon’ scheduled for 8:40 PM on Tuesday, December 31st has been canceled and will be replaced with a recorded broadcast.” They said, “In order to reflect the atmosphere of mourning, the New Year‘s countdown event will be canceled and additional events will be scaled back. It will be held with a focus on the artists’ stages that we have put a lot of effort into preparing.”We ask for your generous understanding, and the recording schedule will be announced separately at a later date.” He expressed his condolences, saying, “I pray for the souls of the victims to rest in peace, and once again express my deepest condolences to th

‘Tokpawon 25 Hours’·‘Strongest Baseball’ Cancelled Today (30th), Mourning the Passenger Plane Disaster [Official]

JTBC‘s Monday entertainment programs will be canceled to mourn the plane crash. JTBC announced on the 30th, “The 143rd episode of JTBC’s ‘Talk Pawon 25:00’, which was scheduled to air at 8:50 PM on Monday, December 30th, and the 113th episode of ‘Strongest Baseball’, which was scheduled to air at 10:30 PM, will be canceled.” At approximately 9:03 AM on the 29th, a Jeju Air passenger plane from Bangkok, Thailand crashed and exploded at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province. There were 181 people on board the plane, including 179 South Korean nationals and 2 Thai nationals, and 179 people died, excluding the two who were rescued. The government designated a 7-day national mourning period from that day until January 4th of next year in relation to the Jeju Air accident. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.com

Jeon 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.com