Author: Denise Coley
The “You’re Pitiful” hit-maker, FIESTAR, has finally reunited after 7 years thanks to Cao’s efforts. Cao Lu FIESTAR debuted in August 2012 under LOEN Entertainment consisting of Jei, Cao Lu, Linzy, Hyemi, and Yezi. However, the group was said to have disbanded in May 2018. All the while, Cao Lu, who was the lead dancer, vocalist, and face of the group, was not about to give in without a fight. Despite the backlash and negative comments she received during appearances after the disbandment, Cao Lu numbed the pain to achieve her mission. Seven years after disbandment, Cao Lu was able…
With mid-month around the corner, we have had outstanding comebacks from reputable individuals and groups in the K-pop industry so far. Some of them include CHEN (EXO) with “Beyond” MV, LEECHANGSUB with the ‘<1991>’ album, ATEEZ with the “Birthday” Japanese MV, LOCO with the” SEE YOU” farewell track to AOMG agency, BLACKPINK’s Lisa with “Moonlit Floor”, WOOOSUNG with the ‘4444’ album, and Yoon Seobin’s “Rizz” single. Below are some other notable comebacks to expect this October. 1. Jay Park This RnB legend will make a comeback on October 8 with “Gimme A Minute” track under the album, ‘THE ONE YOU WANTED’.…
Belift lab has denied claims that ILLIT girl band manager commented telling the girls to ignore NewJeans’ Hanni. In a live broadcast on September 11, Hanni claimed that ILLIT’s manager had told one of the members to ignore her which gave room to harassment at work. Following this damaging allegation, Belift Lab, ILLIT’s agency released a statement refuting the claims. Belift Lab claimed that such a case would never occur since ILLIT’s manager also speaks to NewJeans members in honorifics. Belift backed their claims with through CCTV footage showing an interaction between the two parties. In the CCTV, ILLIT members…
Fans of Fromis_9 band’s Jiwon and TV personality Jun Hyun Moo have been in an internet frenzy with the rumors of the two influential figures probably dating. This comes after Jiwon and Jun Hyun Moo were seen attending the 2NE1’s October 5th ‘Welcome Back in Seoul’. The two were reported to have had several interactions, including the ‘Idol Star Athletics Championships’. Nonetheless, the rumors were put out after Pledis Entertainment denied them. In a comment, the agency agreed that both celebrities are close friends given that they also share the same English teacher. The agency went on to clarify that the…
NCT member, Moon Taeil, has been undergoing grueling police investigations over the last few months for aggravated quasi-rape allegations. After the August 12 police investigations, Taeil was referred to the Seoul Central District Prosecution office which is yet to officially summon him. The allegations stem from an incident in June where Taeil and two other non-idol acquaintances were accused of sexually abusing an intoxicated woman. Despite the police investigations, SM had laid low regarding the matter even as Taeil continued his idol activities. However, SM Entertainment recently spoke on the matter stating that given the gravity of the issue, they…
‘Love Next Door’ is a romantic comedy K-drama showing how fate can turn meaningless encounters into lifelong cherished moments while revolving around a childhood trios’ friendship over the years. Bae Seok Ryu is one of the trio friends whose perfect life abroad tumbles town at its peak landing her back to her village. Choi Seung Hyo on the other hand, is forced to change careers from a leg accident that happened at the peak of his career. Jeong Mo Eum is a free spirit whose obsession with superheroes lands her not only in the firefighting industry but also on a…
Former BTOB’s Ilhoon has been working hard to redeem himself from the 2020 drug controversy. Ilhoon, who debuted in the entertainment industry in 2012 through BTOB boy band, has had his share of ups and downs over the last few years. Despite submitting about 88 self-reflection letters during his appeal process to plead for leniency, Ilhoon still received an imprisonment verdict. After faithfully paying his dues, Ilhoon is a free man courageously going against the norm and fighting to reclaim his glory. Inspiration, Ilhoon’s Tiny Ark Exhibition Upon his return, Ilhoon shared a heartfelt apology promising to live a better…
T-ara’s Jiyeon and baseball player Hwang Jae Gyun have filed for divorce. The couple, who walked down the aisle in December 2022 four months after publicly acknowledging their relationship, have filed for divorce and will be undergoing mediation soon. The divorce was confirmed by media outlet reports on October 5. Divorce rumors started early in June after a commentator’s on-air hint. This was further fueled by Jiyeon’s halting YouTube activities and Hwang’s drinking gathering with other women. On October 5, both parties released statements regarding the divorce rumors. Jiyeon’s attorney stated that the couple agreed to divorce after a period…
September was all about ‘Love Next Door’, ‘No Gain No Love’, and ‘DNA Lover’ among others. The month of October kicks in with new hot dramas that will keep you on your couches all day. Below are some of the k-dramas to binge on this October. 1. Spice Up Our Love ‘Spice Up Our Love’ is a fantasy romance K-drama revolving around the life of an R-rated web novelist. The novelist’s fantasy life turns to reality as she finds herself entangled in an unprecedented romance brew. Nam Ja Yeon (Han Ji Hyun) is no longer just a writer but lives…
Actor Choi Tae Joon gave an honest perspective about his marriage life with the iconic actress, Park Shin Hye. On October 2, Choi Tae Joon appeared on MBC’s ‘Radio Star’ alongside other reputable figures in the entertainment industry. On being asked about his marriage, Tae Joon started by clarifying that he had no intentions of interfering in another person’s work through his words. Nonetheless, the star went on to comment that the two acting gurus rarely talk about work but focus more on home and family-related matters. In another instance, Tae Joon stated that he never peeks into his wife’s…
The undisputably reputable Loco has officially left AOMG agency after 10 years. The rapper debuted through Jay Park’s AOMG agency in 2012. On October 3, AOMG posted on their social media platforms thanking LOCO for contributing to the company’s success and wishing him luck in his upcoming endeavors. On the same day, Loco released the “SEE YOU” single through which he pours out his heart thanking AOMG for supporting and empowering him throughout the decade. Over the years, Loco has become a powerhouse including winning several awards, releasing several OSTs, and even working as a producer in various notable projects.…
Lisa’s unquenching closeness to Frédéric Arnault and his family as well as the global star’s latest “Moonlight Floor” hit have fueled rumors of the two being a couple. Rumors of Lisa and Frédéric Arnault surfaced early last year after the two were seen hanging out in Paris. The rumors started holding water after the two global influencers posted pictures with similar backgrounds in August of last year. Early in February, Lisa was spotted in Miami Beach alongside Frédéric Arnault’s brother and sister-in-law. On October 1, Lisa attended Louis Vuitton’s show at Paris Fashion Week and was spotted candidly conversing with…
Famously known for her villainous acting in Netflix’s 2022 K-drama, ‘The Glory’, actress Park Ji Ah has passed on. Park Ji Ah is said to have passed on September 30 after collapsing from a stroke. The actress’s agency, Billions, reported that the legendary actress has been battling a cerebral infarction. Ji Ah made her last public appearance in May at “Wonderland” movie’s primer. Park Ji Ah, who was 52 years old, has been in the entertainment industry for over 20 years. Her first significant appearance was in ‘Coastline’ (2002). In addition to other dramas and movies, Ji Ah’s fame also…
Premiering in the Toronto International Film Festival’s 2024 Centrepiece program, filmmaker Johnny Ma’s (Oldstone, 2016, To Live to Sing, 2019), latest film The Mother and the Bear is a cosmic fairytale, but not quite, exploration of what it means for a mother and widow to rediscover her femininity and personhood as a woman, as she discovers who her daughter is following an accident. Veteran South Korean actress Kim Ho-jung (Queenmaker, 2023, A French Woman, 2022) plays Sara, a widow from Seoul who rushes to the snow covered city of Winnipeg, Canada after receiving the call that her daughter Su-mi…
Yoo Young, famously known for the ‘Yeolmu and Altari’ webtoon series has died. Yoo Young joined the Kakao family a few years ago and has been entertaining millions through her webtoon artistry skills. ‘Yeolmu and Altari’ was launched on Kakao Webtoon in 2019 and quickly became a favorite read for many given its stance of raising awareness on raising kids who are abled differently. Yoo Young was reported to have taken a recharge break a few days before the demise. The legend passed on in her sleep from a cardiac arrest. As of now, there are 244 episodes of ‘Yeolmu…
AKMU performing Aespa and ZEROBASEONE wowed the crowd with a stunning performance both nights Lauv was the surprised unannounced guest on day one who performed hit song with Lay Zhang Krazy Super Concert, the two-day music festival made its way to Los Angeles area with a one-of-a-kind experience and stacked line-up of Asian-pop superstars and global artists from other regions. The concert’s inaugural series of concerts started in 2023 in New York. The two-day music festival was held at the Long Beach Arena. All attendees were encouraged to experience the variety of on-site activities such as food trucks and fan activations.…
The iconic IU and Lee Jong Suk couple has been in the limelight for the last couple of months. For a while, there have been rumors speculating that the couple is no longer together. IU and Lee Jong Suk went public with their relationship back in 2022 despite being friends since before 2012. The two ventured into the entertainment industry at 15 years old before IU became a K-Pop sensation and Lee Jong Suk a K-actor legend. The sensational couple’s breakup rumors were shattered after Lee Jong Suk attended IU’s 2024 IU HEREH WORLD TOUR CONCERT ENCORE: THE WINNING” held…
The iconic actor and model has once again proven his skills and tenacity through his latest appearance on Netflix’s “Officer Black Belt” film released on September 13. In an interview with a Korean media outlet, while promoting the movie, Woo Bin revealed how the character he plays reflects his life after the cancer diagnosis. In “Officer Black Belt”, Woo Bin plays the jovial Lee Jung Do, who utilizes his martial arts skills to prevent crime and protect civilians. Woo Bin states that after the cancer diagnosis and full recovery, he has been more intentional in making the best of every…
Super Junior’s D&E, shared a snippet of their upcoming ‘INEVITABLE’ album through dazzling concept photos. D&E sub-unit is scheduled to release its 6th album, ‘INEVITABLE’, on September 25. For the final touches, D&G released teaser photos with a toned-down futuristic concept. The album contains 6 tracks, four of which are composed by Donghae in collaboration with other artists. D&E is Super Junior’s subunit comprising Donghae and Eunhyuk which debuted in December 2011 with the “Oppa Oppa” digital single. After their 1st world tour in 2023, the sub-unit changed agencies from SM Entertainment to ODE Entertainment owned by Donghae & Eunhyuk.…
JEY, a former candidate for IKON will be walking down the aisle with his model girlfriend soon. JEY was a contestant at the “MIX & MATCH” 2014 idol competition show by YG Entertainment. The winners of the competition were then chosen to debut under the renowned IKON boyband. JEY and his soon-to-be wife, Kitazawa, shared the thrilling news on their social media platforms through captivating photos. After failing to join IKON, JEY debuted under S.F.R Entertainment in 2017 as an independent soloist. —-Karen Mwenda #JEY #Kitazawa #JEYmarriage #iKON #SFREntertainment #JEYindependentsoloist #JEYannouncessoonmarriage #kcrush #kpop #kidol #kindie #koreansoloist #iKONcandidate #kcrushamericamagazine…