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Seoul International Drama Awards Sees Record 352 Entries from 46 Countries, Grand Prize Goes to Norway's 'A Better Man'

The 21st Seoul International Drama Awards concluded successfully at the KBS Hall in Yeouido, Seoul, featuring a record-breaking 352 entries from 46 countries. The Grand Prize in the International Competition category was awarded to the Norwegian drama 'A Better Man'.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

Choi Jun-hee confesses her feelings during a trip after marrying a husband 11 years older

Choi Jun-hee revealed her emotional struggles while traveling in Da Nang, Vietnam, with her husband and friends. She expressed feeling exhausted by life's challenges and the need to escape her depression by traveling.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

Hallyu Entertainment Awards Fan Voting Starts Today, Free Once Daily for 204 Candidates

JK Fandom, a global fandom support platform by Fan Communications Global, announced that fan voting for the '2026 Korea Hallyu Entertainment Awards' will begin on October 12 at noon. The voting process involves 204 candidates across eight categories and will be conducted through the JK Fandom and Rematch applications.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-movie

Lee Yeon-hee attends Busan International Film Festival after giving birth to daughter... 19-year-old connection with Gang Dong-won also highlighted

Actress Lee Yeon-hee appeared at the 31st Busan International Film Festival for a Guest Visit (GV) of the film 'M' (4K Remastered). She shared memories of filming the movie alongside Gang Dong-won and Gong Hyo-jin 19 years ago.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

Nijigen no Mori to hold New Year, Great Fortune! Monster Fortune Draw from December 26 to February 14

The animation park Nijigen no Mori will host a limited-time New Year event called "New Year, Great Fortune! Monster Fortune Draw" at its Dragon Quest Island attraction. Visitors can experience fortune-telling themed around Dragon Quest monsters to celebrate the new year.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Xdinary Heroes release 'IMPULSE', their first album as a 5-member group

The band Xdinary Heroes is releasing their ninth mini-album, 'IMPULSE', on the 12th at 6 PM, marking their first release as a five-member group following GUN-IL's departure. The album features seven tracks, including the title song 'Obsessed with Youth', which explores the hopes and anxieties of youth.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

BabyMonster 'CHOOM' Music Video Surpasses 200 Million Views... 10th Total Milestone

BabyMonster's music video for the title track 'CHOOM' from their 3rd mini album has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube. This marks the group's 10th video to reach the 200 million view milestone.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-movie

Kwon Hae-hyo mentions Hong Sang-soo's recent status... "Changing into someone's father"

Actor Kwon Hae-hyo shared updates regarding director Hong Sang-soo during an outdoor stage greeting for the film 'Nowhere to Look' at BIFF.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

MODYSSEY to Comeback with First EP on the 12th... Will First-Week Sales Exceed 300,000 Copies?

The group MODYSSEY is returning after approximately six months with their first EP, '2.Multitude: How We Bloom', releasing on the 12th at 6 PM. They aim to surpass their previous first-week sales record of 300,000 copies set by their debut single.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

NCT Wish to release ‘I SPY’ on the 12th… Entering Gocheok Sky Dome next January

NCT Wish will release their fourth mini-album ‘I SPY’ on the 12th at 6 PM. The group also announced their first solo concert tour ‘INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH’ to be held at Gocheok Sky Dome in January next year.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

Nijigen no Mori to distribute 8 new types of bromides on October 31 to celebrate Naruto's birthday

Nijigen no Mori, an animation park on Awaji Island, is holding the "2026 Shinobi-Zato Naruto Uzumaki Birthday Event" to celebrate Naruto Uzumaki's birthday. As part of the 8th installment, 8 new designs of "Gemaki" original bromide cards themed around families will be released as rewards for clearing attractions.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

26 Unskippable Minutes… Kim Ximya Has Returned

Rapper Kim Ximya has released his second full-length album, 'Dogma', featuring a unique listening experience through a 26-minute music video and a limited-edition player without a skip function. The album explores themes of repetition and stillness, drawing inspiration from meditation and his personal life changes.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-drama

Actress Kim Yong-ji holds surprise wedding without dating or marriage announcement... Kim Go-eun, Bae Jung-nam, and others attend as guests

Actress Kim Yong-ji held a surprise private wedding ceremony without any prior dating rumors or marriage announcements. Guests including Kim Go-eun, Bae Jung-nam, and Kim Bum attended the event.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Charlie Puth enters Goyang Stadium for the first time in 10 years since visiting Korea

Pop star Charlie Puth met approximately 38,000 spectators at Goyang Stadium for his first stadium concert in Korea, marking his fifth visit to the country. The "Whatever’s Clever! World Tour in Seoul" featured special guest NAYEON of TWICE and a performance of a song featuring BTS's Jung Kook.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Nmixx warms up for 6th mini album with acappella highlights

Nmixx has released an acappella highlight medley to preview the mood of their upcoming 6th mini album, 'Strange Muse'. The content features vocal harmonies of tracks including the title song 'Birthday Wish' and unit songs.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

ZEROBASEONE's Sung Han-bin to Release First Solo EP 'DEAD:ALIVE' on the 12th

ZEROBASEONE leader Sung Han-bin will release his first solo EP, 'DEAD:ALIVE', on the 12th at 6 PM. The album explores the theme of "beautiful destruction" through eight tracks, including the title song "UNDEAD."

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

Guro Traditional Market to host non-verbal puppet play on October 24–25, with music by MAGO SOUND

MAGO SOUND, the group involved in the music for the film 'The Intern', will serve as music directors and composers for the street parade puppet play 'Gadan, Who Shares Good Fortune' at Guro Traditional Market from October 24 to 25.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

ALL(H)OURS concludes first world tour Seoul performance... continuing to Europe in November and North America in January 2027

The group ALL(H)OURS held the Seoul stop of their first world tour 'RISE UP' at Sungshin Women's University. Following this successful start, they will continue their tour in Europe this November and North America in January 2027.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Xikers Raise Expectations for New Album with Black Charisma of 10 Members

The group Xikers has released the first concept poster for their 8th mini album, 'ROUTE ZERO : The CALLING', showcasing a dark and charismatic aesthetic. The album is scheduled for release on November 2 at 6 PM.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

Culture

Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble Concert for Children with Hearing Impairments, Free Invitation to Yonsei University on November 29

Sarangui Dalpaengi, in collaboration with Woori Financial Future Foundation, will hold the 21st regular concert of the Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble on November 29 at Yonsei University's Centennial Hall. The concert features music ranging from Disney medleys to K-pop, performed by children and adolescents with hearing impairments.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-pop

Taylor Swift reaches 100 total weeks at No. 1 on Billboard 200... First solo artist

Taylor Swift has become the first solo artist to spend a total of 100 weeks at No. 1 on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.12

K-drama

Kim Yong-ji marries in a Hanok wedding without any dating rumors

Actress Kim Yong-ji held a wedding ceremony at a traditional Hanok, as revealed through photos shared by her colleagues. The sudden news of her marriage garnered significant attention as she had not previously disclosed any dating news.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.11

K-Variety

Jeong-hui of the 28th class, who admitted to breaking up with Gwang-su, reveals daily life on SNS

Jeong-hui of the 28th class shared photos of her daily life on social media after admitting to her breakup with Gwang-su. Following rumors of their split, she confirmed the breakup to a netizen, stating they have parted ways.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.11

K-Variety

Jang Yoon-ju devours ramen straight from the pot while in the United Kingdom... "This isn't a meal, it's treatment"

Model Jang Yoon-ju shared a video of herself eating ramen directly from a pot to satisfy her intense hunger while living in London. She jokingly described the meal as "treatment" rather than food, noting she had only eaten bread for breakfast and lunch over the past three days.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.11