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K-pop

POW Starts First Solo European Tour with Seoul Concerts

The group POW will kick off their first solo European concert tour with '2026 POW CONCERT: COLOR ON IN SEOUL' at YES24 Wonderloch Hall on the 9th and 10th. Following the Seoul shows, the five-member group will visit seven European cities starting from Budapest, Hungary, on the 14th.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

Culture

The answer to ‘Lee Joon Kimchi’ is… ‘2026 Quiz on Korea World Championship’ to broadcast on Hangeul Day

The global quiz program ‘2026 Quiz on Korea World Championship’, co-hosted by KBS and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, will be broadcast on October 9, Hangeul Day. The competition features 8 finalists from 23 countries competing to be the first to reach 1,000 cumulative points.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

K-pop

idntt Releases New Spanish Song Ahead of November South America Trip

The group idntt is releasing their first Latin original track, 'Linda Mía', ahead of their upcoming promotions in South America. The song, produced by EL CAPITXN, features a reggaeton and EDM sound.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

K-movie

Michelle Yeoh visits Busan for the first time in 15 years, expressing hope to collaborate with Korean directors

Michelle Yeoh, the first Asian actress to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, visited the Busan International Film Festival to receive the Asian Filmmaker of the Year Award. During a press conference, she reflected on her experience as a minority in Hollywood and expressed her desire to work with directors such as Lee Chang-dong, Park Chan-wook, and Bong Joon Ho.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

K-movie

Byun Yo-han wins Asia Star Award at 2026 Marie Claire Asia Star Awards

Actor Byun Yo-han received the Asia Star Award at the 2026 Marie Claire Asia Star Awards held at the Paradise Hotel in Haeundae District, Busan. This marks his second time receiving the award, four years after his first win in 2022.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

Culture

Nothing Better collaborates with YouTube web variety show ‘Bulk Up’… introducing large-capacity product sets

The inner beauty brand Nothing Better, owned by The Future, is collaborating with A&E Digital Studio's YouTube web variety show ‘Bulk Up’ to run a promotion from October 7 to 13. The collaboration features large-capacity and mixed product sets including protein shakes, Drinkit, and Luvtea Pumpkin Tea.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

K-pop

Peruvian ARMY wearing a wedding veil holds 'symbolic wedding' ahead of BTS's first Lima performance

A fan named Fabiana wore a white veil and a small crown to symbolize her "marriage" to the seven members of BTS during their first concert in Peru. The concert, part of the 'ARIRANG' world tour, was held at Estadio San Marcos in Lima.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

K-pop

FLO ‘Cheer On’ cumulative plays exceed 1 million in one month… 250,000 participants

Dreamus Company's music platform FLO announced that its participatory streaming feature ‘Cheer On’ surpassed 1 million cumulative plays within one month of its official launch. Since starting the service on September 1, 250,000 people have participated, collecting over 1 million cheer tickets.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.09

K-movie

Chun Woo-hee, Co-MC for the 2nd Consecutive Year at the 35th Buil Film Awards

Actress Chun Woo-hee shared photos on Instagram from the day she served as a co-MC for the 35th Buil Film Awards. She served as the MC for the second year in a row following the 34th edition.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-pop

NewJeans: Will they be the same NewJeans when they return?

It is uncertain whether the group NewJeans can elicit the same response as before upon their return, given the long hiatus and the evolving K-pop market.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

Ten Million Masters Show ranks No. 1 in its time slot for 2 consecutive weeks, Episode 3 airs on the 13th at 10 PM

TV CHOSUN's 'Ten Million Masters Show' has maintained its position as the top variety program in its time slot for two consecutive weeks, driven by viral SNS content. The third episode, featuring the second season of performers, will air on Tuesday, October 13th.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

Culture

KBS Docu Insight to Spotlight Children Amid Heatwaves and Heavy Rain on October 8 at 10 PM

The KBS 1TV documentary "Children of the Weather" explores how children experience and respond to the changing climate, featuring child actress Park So-yi as the narrator. The program follows various individuals, from a "cicada boy" to climate activists, to reflect on our daily lives in an era of climate change.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

Golden Friday Episode 40, Kim Bum-ryong Appears... October 9 at 10 PM on TV CHOSUN

Legendary singer-songwriter Kim Bum-ryong will appear as the Golden Star on the 40th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday' on October 9. Trot top stars will perform various hits, including Kim Bum-ryong's own songs, while Yang Ji-eun and Jeong Seo-joo engage in a fierce competition for the Golden Star.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-drama

SBS 'Doctor X' to Premiere October 9 at 9:50 PM, 4-Minute Video of Kim Ji-won Released

SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Doctor X' has released a 4-minute highlight video to build anticipation for its premiere on October 9. The medical noir follows the story of Gye Su-jeong (Kim Ji-won), a genius surgeon who breaks through corruption with her unparalleled skills.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-drama

Doctor X to premiere on October 9 at 9:50 PM, a medical noir starring Kim Ji-won

The new SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X: Era of the White Mafia" is set to premiere on October 9, featuring a medical noir theme. Starring Kim Ji-won as the genius surgeon Gye Su-jeong, the series follows her struggle against corruption within Guseo University Hospital.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-drama

SBS Doctor X to premiere October 9, Episode 1 teaser released as Kim Ji-won enters Guseo University Hospital

SBS has released the first episode teaser for its new Friday-Saturday drama "Doctor X," featuring Kim Ji-won as a genius surgeon who disrupts the hierarchy at Guseo University Hospital. The series is highly anticipated as a medical noir following the unstoppable actions of "the crazy lady of the operating room," Gye Su-jeong.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

SBS 'Whenever Possible' reaches peak 5.5% in Cheonan episode... No. 1 Tuesday variety show for 8 consecutive weeks

The SBS variety show 'Whenever Possible' achieved a peak viewership rating of 5.5% during its Cheonan episode featuring guests Lee Sun-bin and Yoo Jae-myung. The program maintained its position as the top-ranked Tuesday variety show across all genres for eight consecutive weeks.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

SBS 'The Listen: The Season We Stayed' Premieres Tonight at 10:50 PM with 14 Musicians Joining

SBS's new busking program 'The Listen: The Season We Stayed' premieres tonight, featuring a diverse lineup of 14 musicians embarking on a musical journey. The show combines variety and music as members visit various locations and experience local life before performing busking stages.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

'Our Ballad 2' First Broadcast Ratings Hit 7.1%, 3rd on Netflix, and Surpasses 15 Million Total Views

The first broadcast of the SBS audition project 'Our Ballad 2' has achieved massive success, dominating TV ratings, Netflix rankings, and digital video views. The show's participants are also seeing immediate success on music charts, driven by the performances of contestants like Kim So-yeon and Im Ba-da.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

Shooting Stars GIFA Cup Opening Match: FC Gucheok Jangshin vs. Choi Jin-cheul's FC Actionista

The opening match of the 3rd GIFA Cup features a legendary rivalry between FC Gucheok Jangshin and FC Actionista. FC Gucheok Jangshin aims to escape last place with a new goalkeeper, while FC Actionista seeks to break their cup tournament jinx under new manager Choi Jin-cheul.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

Culture

[Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games] SBS Nagoya Asian Games Broadcast, Ranked 1st in September TV Program Viewership with 19.3 Million Viewers

SBS led the September TV viewership landscape with its coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, reaching 19.3 million viewers for its programs. The network also dominated digital platforms, with its Asian Games content surpassing 100 million cumulative views on YouTube.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

SBS Master Hang-jun Releases Support Videos from Top Stars including Song Joong-ki and Seolhyun... First Broadcast on October 15

SBS's new variety show 'Master Hang-jun' has released its third teaser, featuring top stars like Song Joong-ki and Seolhyun expressing their respect and desire to work with director Jang Hang-jun. The cinematic talk show, which follows Jang Hang-jun's secret audition process to cast actors for his autobiographical film, is set to premiere on October 15.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

K-Variety

The story of the day when the tail was bitten, October 8 at 10:20 PM, Testimonies of Survivors of the Mumbai Terror who survived for 60 hours

The SBS program "The story of the day when the tail was bitten" will feature the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, focusing on the harrowing experiences of South Koreans trapped in the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. The episode will reveal the stories of survival and the heroes who helped them escape during the 60-hour ordeal.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08

Culture

Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency's Relay Campaign to Eradicate Illegal Cyber Gambling Among Youth, SBS President Joins

SBS President Bang Moon-shin has joined the "Relay Campaign to Eradicate Illegal Cyber Gambling Among Youth" organized by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the dangers of illegal cyber gambling spreading among youth and to promote prevention.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.08