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Culture

Han Hye-jin's Past: Dreaming of Being an Art Student Rather Than a Model... Debuted After Failing Arts High School Entrance Exam

Model and entertainer Han Hye-jin revealed on her online channel that she once dreamed of becoming an art student and prepared for arts high school before debuting as a model.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

5th Hearing in Danielle-ADOR Damages Lawsuit: Dispute Over Submission of Activity Plans

During the fifth hearing of the damages lawsuit between ADOR and Danielle, both sides clashed over the submission of NewJeans' future activity plans. Danielle's side requested detailed planning documents to verify ADOR's ability to support the group, while ADOR refused, stating there is no reason to disclose future plans to the opposing party.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

Culture

Son Yeon-jae draws attention with unchanging figure from her active days even after childbirth

Former national rhythmic gymnast Son Yeon-jae shared recent photos on social media, showcasing her sophisticated style and fit physique following the birth of her son.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Young K expresses gratitude to Jang Woo Young for looking after him during debut days... Repaying with a beef dinner

DAY6's Young K revealed that 2PM's Jang Woo Young supported him with personal funds during his early debut days, and in return, Young K's group treated Jang Woo Young to an expensive beef dinner last year.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

RIIZE's Japanese single 'Sunburst' exceeds 350,000 cumulative shipments

The group RIIZE has achieved significant success in the Japanese music market, with their third Japanese single 'Sunburst' surpassing 350,000 cumulative shipments as of September.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

NEXZ to make Latin American debut through new music festival ‘STRAYCITY’

The group NEXZ will perform at the new music festival STRAYCITY in Bogota, Colombia, marking their first visit to Latin America since their debut.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-drama

Actress Kim Min-kyung, who gave birth to a son at 45, chooses parenting method instead of postpartum care center

Actress Kim Min-kyung, a former Miss Korea winner, shared her recent life after giving birth, revealing that she is highly satisfied with her decision to skip a postpartum care center and instead recover at home with her son.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Singer-songwriter Yejé releases new EP ‘Chronicle’… infused with folk sensibility

Singer-songwriter Yejé has resumed musical activities with the release of her new EP, ‘Chronicle,’ which features calm explorations of everyday emotions through country and folk sounds.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-Variety

Remains Found at Yamaguchi Josei Mine 83 Years After Submergence; Park Tae-hwan Expresses Wish to "Find Remaining Remains"

The SBS program "The story of the day when the tail was bitten" will cover the tragic history of the Josei Mine in Yamaguchi, Japan, where 183 Korean youths forced into labor by Imperial Japan perished when an undersea mine collapsed. Following the recent discovery of blackened remains in the submerged mine, guests Park Tae-hwan, Kim Jong-seo, and Byun Yo-han will discuss the victims' stories and the ongoing efforts to recover the remains.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-Variety

SBS Secretary Lee Seo Jin Declares On-Site Escape While Serving Seo In-young's Lingerie Photoshoot, Alongside Kim Kwang Kyu

In the upcoming episode of SBS's "I Will Do Anything for You - The Secretary," Lee Seo Jin and Kim Kwang Kyu face their toughest challenge yet as they assist Seo In-young during a lingerie photoshoot, leading to an unprecedented declaration of giving up their duties.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-Variety

Jun Hyun-moo and Bae Seong Jae's First Collaboration, SBS 'Nagoya Galgoya' to Air on the 16th at 10:50 PM

SBS will premiere its Asian Games special variety show 'Nagoya Galgoya' on the 16th, featuring the first collaboration between representative caster Bae Seong Jae and all-rounder caster Jun Hyun-moo.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-Variety

Jun Hyun-moo receives special training from Bae Seong Jae and Jung Woo-young ahead of first Nagoya AG broadcast... "I want to go back"

Ahead of his first broadcast for the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games, Jun Hyun-moo undergoes intense training from veteran SBS commentators Bae Seong Jae and Jung Woo-young.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-drama

SBS New Friday-Saturday Drama 'Doctor X' to Premiere October 9... Kim Ji-won Challenges Medical Noir

SBS's highly anticipated medical noir drama 'Doctor X' is set to premiere on October 9, featuring Kim Ji-won as a genius surgeon who fights medical corruption.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-Variety

SBS 'The Ballad of Us 2' Cha Tae-hyun, Park Kyung Lim, and Jung Seung-hwan to Premiere on October 5 at 10 PM

SBS has released the first teaser videos for its massive audition project 'The Ballad of Us 2', featuring Cha Tae-hyun, Park Kyung Lim, and Jung Seung-hwan as they send heartfelt messages to their 17.9-year-old selves. The show, which follows the massive success of its first season, will premiere on October 5 at 10 PM.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

Culture

SBS Culture Relay: 20 Years of Daewon Music Awards... Interviews with 12 Past Winners Revealed

SBS 'Culture Relay' will air a two-part special documentary celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Daewon Music Awards, tracing the evolution of K-Classic from individual geniuses to a national system.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-Variety

Kian84 feels 'self-loathing' ahead of AI partner's choice... Double date with Jang Do Yeon

In the upcoming 4th episode of SBS's variety show 'My AI Partner - Kian Romance', Kian84 faces the possibility of being the first human rejected by an AI, while Jang Do Yeon and Lee Yu-bi engage in unique dating experiments with their AI partners.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Kim Young-ok appears in IU's new song teaser... Does it contain her autobiographical family history?

Actress Kim Young-ok made a surprise appearance in the teaser for IU's new song "Dear my crazy soulmate," leading fans to speculate that the track may reflect IU's childhood experiences with her grandmother.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Haha, First Solo Fan Concert Seoul Performance Sold Out... Dispelling Ticketing Concerns

Singer Haha has sold out all tickets for the Seoul performance of his first solo fan concert, '2026 HAHA FAN CONCERT Seoul-I Won't Die,' proving his musical power despite previous concerns about ticket sales.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Lee Hae-ri Teases Radical Congratulatory Song Event for Kang Min Kyung's Wedding

Davichi's Lee Hae-ri revealed on her YouTube channel that she plans to perform a special dance during Kang Min Kyung's wedding procession as part of a prior promise.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Close Your Eyes Reveals Comeback Schedule for 4th Mini Album ‘256th Note’

Boy group Close Your Eyes has released a promotion scheduler via official SNS ahead of their fourth mini album, '256th Note'. The group will release a pre-release single on the 18th before their official comeback on the 30th.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-pop

Le Sserafim Receives Gold Certification from Japan Recording Association... First 4th Generation Girl Group to Achieve 6 Consecutive Records

Le Sserafim has achieved a milestone as a 4th generation K-pop girl group by receiving Gold certification from the Recording Association of Japan for their 2nd full album 'PUREFLOW' pt.1. This marks their 6th consecutive release to exceed 100,000 shipments in Japan.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

Culture

10 Harpium Trainees to Take the Orchestra Stage at Youngsan Arts Hall on the 20th

Harp edutech company Harpium is sponsoring the '2026 World Harp Symphony,' where over 10 of its trainees will perform as part of a 20-harp orchestra.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

Culture

Don Spike's Implied Return to Food Industry Sparks Controversy... Go Youngwook's Daily Life Disclosure Case Re-examined

Composer and entrepreneur Don Spike is facing backlash after hinting at a return to the food industry via social media. This controversy has reignited debates regarding celebrities with criminal records sharing their daily lives, drawing comparisons to the recent backlash faced by Go Youngwook.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

K-movie

Thriller 'Killing Time' Starring Ryu Hye-young and Nam Yoon-su Confirmed for October Release

The thriller film 'Killing Time,' directed by Jang Jun-yeop and starring Ryu Hye-young and Nam Yoon-su, is set to be released in October. The story follows an internet broadcasting crew that visits an abandoned hospital to make a comeback, only to be attacked by a mysterious entity.

정시환 · 2026.09.10