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Seong Min-jae joins 10th anniversary production of 'Sweeney Todd'... to play the role of Johanna

Actor Seong Min-jae has been cast as Johanna in the 10th anniversary production of the musical 'Sweeney Todd'. The production will run from December 4, 2024, to May 2, 2027, at the D-Cube Link Art Center in Sindorim-dong, Seoul.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

'D AWARDS 2027 in PARIS' Pre-sale Opens on the 7th... First Lineup Including JIHYO, P1Harmony Revealed

The large-scale K-pop awards ceremony 'D AWARDS 2027 in PARIS', held in Europe for the first time, is beginning ticket reservations. Pre-sales will be held exclusively on Trip.com, with the first lineup featuring JIHYO, DPR IAN, P1Harmony, KISS OF LIFE, and AND2BLE.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

Hype Princess performs ceremonial first pitch, hit, and concert at Daegu Samsung Lions Park

Hype Princess participated in the ceremonial first pitch, first hit, and a celebratory performance during the KBO League game between the Samsung Lions and Doosan Bears at Daegu Samsung Lions Park. The event was part of the "Blue Shouting Series" hosted by the Samsung Lions.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-Variety

TV CHOSUN 'Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show' Premieres October 5, Meeting 3 Teams of Guests with Stories in Cheongyang, Chungnam

TV CHOSUN's 'Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show' premieres on October 5, featuring Lee Soo-geun, Ahn Sung-hoon, Kim Yong-bin, Yoon Na-ra, and Lim Tae-hoon as they visit Cheongyang to provide meals and songs to three special groups.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

Baek Ji-yeon's answer to sleep is almonds... She spoke of deep sleep with 6 nuts

Broadcaster Baek Ji-yeon revealed on her YouTube channel that eating 6 to 8 almonds before bed helped her experience uninterrupted sleep.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

3,612 Inheritance Division Claims: The Reality of Inheritance Disputes Surging Fivefold in 10 Years

Inheritance disputes in South Korea have reached record highs, with 3,612 division claims filed in 2025, a fivefold increase from a decade ago. Driven by skyrocketing real estate prices, these conflicts are no longer limited to chaebol families but are increasingly affecting ordinary families.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

Hongwooju Social Cooperative Responds to the Crisis of Artist Spaces in Hongdae with 10 Performances

Hongwooju Social Cooperative, a cultural and arts social cooperative based in Mapo-gu, Seoul, works to support the ecosystem by connecting creators, planners, and spaces. Through initiatives like the Coexistence and Shared Imagination Project and FESTIVAL THE SUB, they respond to the crises faced by local art spaces and foster community through shared experiences.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

Hearts2Hearts Confirmed to Perform at Primavera Sound 2027

The group Hearts2Hearts is set to perform at Spain's largest music festival, Primavera Sound 2027, in Barcelona. They are expected to be the only K-pop artist participating in the event.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

Roy Kim to release new single ‘Cry Out Loud’ on the 6th

Roy Kim is releasing a new single titled ‘Cry Out Loud’ on the 6th, which encourages people to fully express their sadness rather than suppressing it.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

LISA wins Best Pop for 'Dream' at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards

BLACKPINK member LISA has won the Best Pop trophy at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, becoming the first Asian solo singer to do so.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

YESUNG to release 2nd full-length album 'Where We Are' on the 6th for 10th solo anniversary

Super Junior's YESUNG will release his second full-length album, 'Where We Are', on the 6th at 6 PM to celebrate his 10th anniversary since his solo debut. The album features 12 tracks, including the title song 'Pedazos', with YESUNG participating in the songwriting and self-directing the album.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

DoHub to Co-organize ‘2026 LYn Concert - HOME’

DoHub, a subsidiary of FSN, announced it will co-organize the ‘2026 LYn Concert - HOME’. The concert will be co-hosted by the global fandom platform my1pick and Jellyfish Entertainment, and co-organized by DoHub and Maple Communications.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

Zigzag to sequentially reveal shopping mall new product showcases throughout October

Kakao Style's style commerce platform Zigzag announced on the 6th that it will sequentially present autumn new product showcases featuring popular shopping malls and creators throughout October. Starting with BLACKUP, brands such as Dearment, COMMON UNIQUE, and Laroom will participate to reveal 2026 Fall/Winter (FW) season new products and exclusive items.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

“Kkondae is about attitude, not age” 8 in 10 believe there are many young kkondae

A survey by Embrain Trend Monitor reveals that people judge "kkondae" based on speech and attitude rather than age, with a significant portion of respondents noting the prevalence of young kkondae. The study also highlights that generational conflict is shifting toward how individuals respect each other's experiences and standards.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

YUHZ releases first EP 'B' scheduler... to be released on the 21st at 6 PM

YUHZ has released a scheduler video for their first EP 'B', which is set to be released on the 21st at 6 PM. This marks their first new music in approximately five months since their debut single 'Orange Record'.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

BabyMonster Confirmed to Release New Song on October 23

YG Entertainment has announced that the seven-member multinational girl group BabyMonster will release a new song on October 23 at 1 PM. This marks their return approximately four months after releasing the digital single 'SUGAR HONEY ICE TEA' on June 8.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

SEVENTEEN minimizes hiatus by continuing unit and solo activities even during military service periods

SEVENTEEN has maintained momentum by releasing 5 albums and 7 digital singles over the past year through various group, unit, and solo activities. Members continue to release solo and unit works, such as DK and SEUNGKWAN's unit album and JUN's first Chinese solo EP '9'.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

IVE's Jang Wonyoung spotted at Cheongdam Park… New album teaser released

IVE has released teaser photos and videos for their new mini album 'Looks Can Kill'. The content features the members portraying heroes in various urban settings, including Jang Wonyoung being spotted at Cheongdam Park.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

LYn Concert on November 13 and 14 at KEPCO Art Center, Tickets Sold Exclusively on NOL Ticket on October 8

DoHub, a subsidiary of KOSDAQ-listed FSN, announced it will co-host the '2026 LYn Concert - HOME'. The concert will take place on November 13 and 14 at the KEPCO Art Center in Seoul.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

HyunA reveals changed recent appearance after 10kg weight gain... Pregnancy rumors reignited

Singer HyunA's recent photos have become a hot topic online, sparking renewed pregnancy speculation due to her changed appearance. She also reflected on her past struggles with extreme dieting and health issues.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

Culture

Go Woori shares her feelings on SNS one day before childbirth

Go Woori, a former member of the group Rainbow, shared her emotions on social media as she prepares to give birth tomorrow. She expressed both fear and excitement while reflecting on her ten months of pregnancy.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-pop

Suzy releases photos taken with TWS members

Singer and actress Suzy shared several photos on her social media featuring the group TWS. Both Suzy and all members of TWS serve as ambassadors for a global fashion brand.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.06

K-movie

'Yumi's Cells Season 3' Kim Jae-won to make screen debut with movie 'Final Interview'

Actor Kim Jae-won will make his film debut in the movie 'Final Interview'. He will play the character Han Jin-woo, a meticulous individual who dreams of everyone passing the interview.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.05

Culture

HYERI reveals white dress and tiara... Fans say, "I thought it was a wedding dress"

HYERI drew attention by sharing photos of herself wearing a white dress adorned with beads and crystals. Fans reacted to her mature and elegant look, with some mistaking the outfit for a wedding dress.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.05