“Audition 109” has unveiled its main poster!

A sequel to Jung Woo’s representative film “Wish,” “Audition 109” follows Jjanggu (Jung Woo), who leaves Busan for Seou...]]>

“Audition 109” has unveiled its main poster!

A sequel to Jung Woo’s representative film “Wish,” “Audition 109” follows Jjanggu (Jung Woo), who leaves Busan for Seoul to chase his dream of becoming an actor. Despite struggling to make ends meet and facing repeated rejection, he refuses to give up, returning to audition rooms time and again.

The newly released poster immediately draws attention with a close-up of Jjanggu’s face filling the frame. Turned slightly away as he gazes into the distance, tears pool in his eyes while a faint smile lingers on his lips—capturing both his signature cheerfulness and the quiet weight of his perseverance.

The phrase on the poster, “Wishes come true,” underscores Jjanggu’s unwavering determination to rise again, no matter how many times he falls.

“Audition 109” is set to hit theaters nationwide on April 22.

The film “Colony” has unveiled new character stills featuring Go Soo!

Helmed by “Train to Busan” and “Peninsula” director Yeon Sang Ho, “Colony” follows the story t...]]>

The film “Colony” has unveiled new character stills featuring Go Soo!

Helmed by “Train to Busan” and “Peninsula” director Yeon Sang Ho, “Colony” follows the story that unfolds as a building is blockaded due to an unknown virus as those infected evolve into unpredictable forms, threatening the survivors.

Go Soo plays Han Kyu Seong, a biotechnology professor and Se Jung’s (Jun Ji Hyun) ex-husband. On the day before his planned move to the United States, Han Kyu Seong visits Dungwoori Building to offer a job opportunity to his ex-wife, Kwon Se Jung, who failed to secure reappointment as a professor, but he unexpectedly becomes trapped inside.

As he hides from the infected who suddenly rush in, he discovers other survivors in danger and becomes the first to be exposed while trying to save them. Han Kyu Seong, who boldly steps into danger for others despite the risks, is expected to come to life through Go Soo’s powerful gaze.

The stills heighten tension by placing Han Kyu Seong in an imminent crisis. His once warm gaze shifts to sharp vigilance as he carefully observes a situation in which he cannot let his guard down, hinting at how he will overcome the crisis.

Go Soo described the character, saying, “He is a figure who serves as a gateway from ordinary daily life into a cinematic world where the infected suddenly attack.” He added that he hopes to “convey the warmth that humans possess to the audience.”

“Colony” is scheduled to hit theaters in May.

JTBC’s “We Are All Trying Here” has shared a teaser for its first episode!

“We Are All Trying Here” tells the story of Hwang Dong Man (Koo Kyo Hwan), who, surrounde...]]>

JTBC’s “We Are All Trying Here” has shared a teaser for its first episode!

“We Are All Trying Here” tells the story of Hwang Dong Man (Koo Kyo Hwan), who, surrounded by successful friends, believes he is the only one whose life isn’t working out. Consumed by anguish, envy, and jealousy, he sets out on a journey in search of peace.

The newly released video begins by highlighting Hwang Dong Man’s lonely struggle as he continues to pursue his dream of becoming a film director even after 20 long years.

Those around him offer only cynical remarks such as, “Do you really think Hwang Dong Man can debut?” and “Shouldn’t someone tell him to just quit already?” Even his older brother Hwang Jin Man (Park Hae Joon) scolds him, saying that having a proper job means “waking up in the morning, washing up, going out, and clenching your teeth as you give it your all like your life depends on it.”

In one scene, when Hwang Dong Man steps into a gathering of eight highly successful individuals—film directors, planning producers, and producers—a cold silence falls over the room. For Dong Man, who feels a deep sense of loneliness, this triggers his anxiety. Even so, he continues to push forward desperately, expressing his resolve to prove himself by any means necessary.

In another scene, Hwang Dong Man encounters Byun Eun Ah (Go Youn Jung), who recognizes his worth. Byun Eun Ah, who believes Dong Man seems like someone with a thousand doors all open, expresses curiosity about his script that everyone else turned down.

The production team remarked, “The preview for episode 1 captures Hwang Dong Man’s lonely reality and the shining variable named Byun Eun Ah who appears before him. The two, who lived lonely lives, are expected to meet and begin to brighten each other’s worlds. Please tune in to the premiere of ‘We Are All Trying Here.’”

“We Are All Trying Here” will premiere on April 18 at 10:40 p.m. KST.

tvN’s upcoming drama “Filing for Love” has unveiled new stills featuring Gong Myoung!

tvN’s “Filing for Love” is a romantic comedy that tells the story of Noh Ki Jo...]]>

tvN’s upcoming drama “Filing for Love” has unveiled new stills featuring Gong Myoung!

tvN’s “Filing for Love” is a romantic comedy that tells the story of Noh Ki Joon (Gong Myoung), the ace of a major corporation’s audit department, who is suddenly demoted to the team that handles internal misconduct. As a result, he winds up getting entangled with Joo In Ah (Shin Hae Sun), a tough and eccentric team leader who is hiding a secret.

In the still, Noh Ki Joon’s professional presence in an office setting stands out. His sharp gaze, as if he can see through others, shows why he is known as the ace in the audit office.

However, in other stills, his elite composure is gone, and Noh Ki Joon appears unusually pitiful. His desperate expression as he looks at something sparks curiosity.

After rising through the ranks in Audit Team 1, where he handled high-profile work, Noh Ki Joon is suddenly demoted to the troubled Audit Team 3 at the decision of tough audit director Joo In Ah. It remains to be seen how his daily life will change after he is assigned to handling company misconduct.

Gong Myoung is expected to highlight Noh Ki Joon’s unexpected charm as he moves between seriousness and comedy.

Gong Myoung said, “I was happy to work with director Lee Soo Hyun, and when I read the script for the first time, I imagined how fun it would be to act alongside senior Shin Hae Sun. It was a project I really wanted to do.”

Gong Myoung, who found the drama’s concept of a workplace indecency audit very interesting, said, “Unlike other office romantic comedies, its unique setup will come across to viewers as the distinct appeal of ‘Filing for Love.’”

Regarding his character Noh Ki Joon, he said, “He is always confident, a cutie who is loved wherever he goes, and a top-performing ace. I prepared to effectively capture Noh Ki Joon’s vibe, paying attention to his clothing style, tone of speech, and facial expressions.”

“Filing for Love” premieres on April 25 at 9:10 p.m. KST and will be available on Viki.

Uhm Hyun Kyung begins to find a breakthrough in “Our Happy Days.”

“Our Happy Days” is a warm family series filled with stories from multiple generations, centering ...]]>

Uhm Hyun Kyung begins to find a breakthrough in “Our Happy Days.”

“Our Happy Days” is a warm family series filled with stories from multiple generations, centering on a tense clash between the world’s most perfect man and an endearingly clumsy woman—each striving to become the main character of their own life.

Spoilers

Previously, Jo Eun Ae (Uhm Hyun Kyung) was caught by director Go Min Ho (Jung Yoon) while secretly photographing the acquisition contract for Lucky Joy Tech, and was taken to the police station. Faced with Go Min Ho’s firm stance to handle the matter by the law, she ultimately ended up in a holding cell. Meanwhile, after learning through his grandmother Lee Young Hwa (Jung Young Sook) that Jo Eun Ae is the true developer behind the senior-focused AI “Joy,” Go Gyeol (Yoon Jong Hun) stepped in and proposed a reasonable settlement to Go Min Ho.

Newly released stills show Go Gyeol and Jo Eun Ae locked in a tense standoff across the partition in the visitation room. Go Gyeol offers her an unexpected deal—an internship position at Kang Soo Construction—but Jo Eun Ae continues her sharp confrontation against the company that took “Joy” from her. However, the mood soon shifts, and with her fists clenched and eyes gleaming with resolve, curiosity builds over what decision she ultimately makes.

Elsewhere, Go Min Ho and Seo Seung Ri (Yoon Da Young) share a meal, but their contrasting moods create an unusual tension. While Go Min Ho appears at ease, Seo Seung Ri suddenly makes a secretive request that freezes the atmosphere. Having previously resolved to pursue Go Gyeol directly, viewers are left wondering what she says to his older brother, Go Min Ho.

Episode 11 of “Our Happy Days” airs on April 13 at 8:30 p.m. KST.

SBS’s upcoming drama “Sold Out on You” has unveiled new character posters!

“Sold Out on You” is a romantic comedy about the unexpected love story between Matthew Le...]]>

SBS’s upcoming drama “Sold Out on You” has unveiled new character posters!

“Sold Out on You” is a romantic comedy about the unexpected love story between Matthew Lee (Ahn Hyo Seop), a perfectionist farmer juggling multiple jobs, and Dam Ye Jin (Chae Won Bin), a top home shopping show host who suffers from severe insomnia.

The posters feature Matthew Lee, Dam Ye Jin, and Seo Eric (Kim Bum), each shown in their own workplace.

Matthew Lee peeks out from a lush pile of mushrooms, wearing a straw hat inside a greenhouse and offering a gentle smile. His poster hints at the rewarding daily life of a young farmer in a rural village.

In contrast, a bag filled with business cards, an employee ID, and other signs of a busy professional, along with a glimpse of a home shopping studio, suggests the demanding routine of Dam Ye Jin.

In another poster, Seo Eric stands in a space with vintage-style interior design, holding a bottle of cosmetics and projecting the presence of an executive director at a global skincare brand.

Together, the stories of Matthew Lee, Dam Ye Jin, and Seo Eric unfold across very different worlds.

“Sold Out on You” is set to premiere on April 22 at 9 p.m. KST. Stay tuned!

Wavve’s original series “Reverse” has unveiled new character posters!

“Reverse” is a mystery revenge thriller in which Myo Jin (Seo Ji Hye), who gets caught up in a...]]>

Wavve’s original series “Reverse” has unveiled new character posters!

“Reverse” is a mystery revenge thriller in which Myo Jin (Seo Ji Hye), who gets caught up in an explosion at a chaebol family’s villa and loses her memory, works to recover those memories in order to uncover the secrets of her suspicious fiancé Jun Ho (Go Soo) and the truth behind the accident.

The posters highlight a strong presence driven by the actors’ gazes and facial expressions.

First, Ham Myo Jin appears shocked as she stares at something with a pale face and disheveled hair. The phrase, “Ham Myo Jin, who wants to correct her memory,” and the line “Did I kill someone?” are printed at the center of the poster, adding to the suspense. As Ham Myo Jin, who has lost her memory, becomes involved in a murder case and falls deeper into trouble, attention turns to what shocking truth she will ultimately discover.

Ryu Jun Ho appears as the future chairman of a chaebol family, neat and composed with not a single strand of hair out of place. However, he shows an expressionless, cold gaze, as if hiding a deep secret. Alongside this are the character description, “Ryu Jun Ho who wants to change his memory,” and the line, “I’ll pretend not to know anything else and only fill in your memory about me,” teasing the risks he is willing to take to protect his relationship with his fiancée Ham Myo Jin.

Lastly, Choi Hee Soo (Kim Jae Kyung) draws attention with glamorous outfits and makeup, but she appears frozen as she looks at someone. At the top of the poster is the description, “Choi Hee Soo hidden by memory,” along with the line, “Everyone has at least one secret they cannot tell anyone.” It remains to be seen what role Choi Hee Soo’s hidden secret will play as a catalyst.

“Reverse” is set to be released on April 17. Stay tuned!

And Kim Jae Kyung in “Again My Life”:

i-dle is officially gearing up for a summer comeback!

On April 13, CUBE Entertainment announced that the group will release a new album in July and is currently in ...]]>

i-dle is officially gearing up for a summer comeback!

On April 13, CUBE Entertainment announced that the group will release a new album in July and is currently in the final stages of preparation. This will mark their first comeback in approximately five months since the release of their digital single “Mono (Feat. skaiwater)” in January.

Since February, i-dle has also been connecting with fans worldwide through their fourth world tour, “2026 i-dle WORLD TOUR ‘Syncopation,’” which kicked off in Seoul and continues across major cities.

In addition to their comeback, i-dle is set to expand their global presence this summer. The group will make their debut appearance at the major U.S. music festival Lollapalooza, taking place at Grant Park in Chicago on July 31 (local time), before launching their North American tour in August.

Are you excited for i-dle’s comeback? Stay tuned for further updates!

“Climax” has shared new stills ahead of tonight’s episode!

“Climax” follows the gripping survival story of prosecutor Bang Tae Seop (Ju Ji Hoon), who plunges into a...]]>

“Climax” has shared new stills ahead of tonight’s episode!

“Climax” follows the gripping survival story of prosecutor Bang Tae Seop (Ju Ji Hoon), who plunges into a power-driven cartel in his quest to climb South Korea’s hierarchy of power.

Spoilers

In the upcoming episode, the aftermath of the leaked private video featuring Chu Sang Ah (Ha Ji Won) continues to wreak havoc.

After suffering a critical blow ahead of the election, Bang Tae Seop steps forward to issue a personal apology and attempts to contain the situation. However, with public opinion already turned against him and mounting pressure from within his party, he finds himself in a position where it is difficult to hold on politically.

Chu Sang Ah also faces a crisis, as the spread of the video threatens to halt her acting career. At the same time, past events involving the two come to light, leading to direct emotional clashes between the characters and causing their relationship to spiral in an irreversible direction. Lee Yang Mi (Cha Joo Young) takes advantage of the unstable situation to make her move, heightening tension over whose side the tide will favor.

The newly released stills vividly capture how drastically the characters change after the incident. The image of Bang Tae Seop, standing alone with visible wounds, reflects a man pushed to the edge.

In another still, he enters the party’s conference room, showing his desperate attempt to find a final breakthrough.

The next set of images features Chu Sang Ah. One shows her deep in thought while on a phone call, while another depicts her surrounded by reporters, vividly portraying the crisis faced by the central figure of the scandal.

Another set of stills features Lee Yang Mi, Son Guk Won (Joo Jin Moo), and Hwang Jeong Won (Nana). Lee Yang Mi and Son Guk Won are seen dining together, while Hwang Jeong Won (Nana) is seen examining something in the dark, further raising curiosity about the choices each character will make.

The next episode of “Climax” airs on April 13 at 10 p.m. KST.

“Sold Out on You” has unveiled stills of its supporting cast!

“Sold Out on You” is a romantic comedy about the unexpected love story between Matthew Lee (Ahn Hyo Se...]]>

“Sold Out on You” has unveiled stills of its supporting cast!

“Sold Out on You” is a romantic comedy about the unexpected love story between Matthew Lee (Ahn Hyo Seop), a perfectionist farmer juggling multiple jobs, and Dam Ye Jin (Chae Won Bin), a top home shopping show host who suffers from severe insomnia.

Go Doo Shim takes on the role of Song Hak Daek, the most influential elder in Deokpung Village. Known for her boundless generosity, she has cared for Matthew Lee like her own son ever since he first arrived in the village five years ago. Curiosity is growing over what led her to look after someone who was once an outsider with such sincerity.

Yoon Byung Hee plays Kang Moo Won, Matthew Lee’s co-CEO in a raw materials business. Having recognized Matthew Lee’s abilities early on, Kang Moo Won persistently pursued him to start a business together, earning himself the nickname of someone who is completely devoted to Matthew Lee. Wealthy and loyal, he is someone who is always on Matthew’s side.

Jo Bok Rae stars as Park Kwang Mo, the foreman at Matthew Lee’s farm. As the heir to Deokpung Village’s agricultural legacy, he takes great pride in both the village and his work, showing strong determination in everything he does. However, beneath his tough exterior lies a vulnerable side he keeps hidden.

Shin Dong Mi portrays Dong Hyun Gi, the director at Hit Home Shopping where Dam Ye Jin works. A pioneer in the industry and a record-breaking figure, he has devoted his entire life to his career. As a results-driven leader with significant influence, how will his actions within the competitive home shopping world affect Dam Ye Jin?

Park Ye Young plays Eom Sung Mi, a PD at Hit Home Shopping known for her fiery personality. Her bold and easily excitable nature often puts her at odds with show hosts, but Dam Ye Jin is the only one who can keep her in check. Their dynamic, built on a shared passion for work, is expected to bring strong chemistry to the screen.

Kim Seo An takes on the role of Na Jin, the owner of “Somie’s General Store” in Deokpung Village. A sharp and intuitive young shop owner who effortlessly understands even the elders’ cryptic requests, Na Jin is expected to showcase impressive business skills as she takes charge of goods in the village rather than on home shopping broadcasts.

Lastly, Yoon Jae Chan plays Hwang Ki Hong, an MD at Hit Home Shopping known for his persistence and competence. Having held his position for three years on Dam Ye Jin’s notoriously demanding program—often referred to as a “graveyard” for MDs—he has steadily built his career as a standout “ace.”

“Sold Out on You” is set to premiere on April 22 at 9 p.m. KST.

MBC’s “Perfect Crown” has unveiled a new behind-the-scenes video!

The newly released behind-the-scenes video for episode 2 of “Perfect Crown” begins with IU talking...]]>

MBC’s “Perfect Crown” has unveiled a new behind-the-scenes video!

The newly released behind-the-scenes video for episode 2 of “Perfect Crown” begins with IU talking about the difficulties of shooting an arrow. IU shares, “I heard rumors that Byeon Woo Seok and Noh Sang Hyun are really good, which became a stimulus for me. I also worked hard to learn even though it was a short period of time.” IU jokes that she practiced for three years but quickly tells the truth that it’s actually only been around three times.

Before riding a horse, Byeon Woo Seok comments that he has experience riding a horse from a past sageuk (historical) drama. He adds, “This is my first time meeting a white horse. We were about to get close, but [filming] ended.”

While getting ready to film the next scene, IU takes photos of Byeon Woo Seok, saying its for social media. Laughing, the two pose playfully for selfies at the theater.

Heo Nam Jun makes a special appearance as Seong Hui Ju’s (IU) blind date. After filming, Heo Nam Jun jokes, “I’m a little bit hurt,” pretending to be affected by Seong Hui Ju’s words. The actor mentions that thanks to the thoughtful attitudes of the cast and actors on set, he was able to film more comfortably.

“Perfect Crown” airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 p.m KST.

tvN’s upcoming variety show “Youth Over Flowers: Limited Edition” (literal translation) has unveiled its first poster!

“Youth Over Flowers: Limited Edition” follows...]]>

tvN’s upcoming variety show “Youth Over Flowers: Limited Edition” (literal translation) has unveiled its first poster!

“Youth Over Flowers: Limited Edition” follows Park Seo Joon, Jung Yu Mi, and Choi Woo Shik as they travel across South Korea without knowing where they will go, where they will sleep, or how they will get there. It is a new version of the long-running “Youth Over Flowers” travel series.

The show keeps the original “trip without advance notice” travel concept from “Youth Over Flowers” but adds new rules to make the journey more entertaining, such as a budget cap of 100,000 won (approximately $67.20) per person. The strict limits create unexpected challenges and situations, leading to genuine reactions from the three cast members.

In the poster, the three visit a tourist site while immersed in a traveler’s mood and strike the same pose, showing their chemistry. The tagline reads, “Travel is limited, nostalgia is unlimited,” hinting at the tone of the trip.

Having previously worked together in workplace roles on “Youn’s Stay” and the “Jinny’s Kitchen” series, Jung Yu Mi, Park Seo Joon, and Choi Woo Shik now set out without titles, simply as friends on an unplanned journey.

“Youth Over Flowers: Limited Edition” is set to premiere on May 3 at 7:30 p.m. KST.

Hyeri has unveiled her official light stick design!

On April 13, Hyeri unveiled the design for her official light stick, featuring her adorable cat character “HYERO...]]>

Hyeri has unveiled her official light stick design!

On April 13, Hyeri unveiled the design for her official light stick, featuring her adorable cat character “HYEROOCAT” at the center.

Recently it was reported that Hyeri is also in talks for the Korean remake of “Caution, Hazardous Wife.”

Are you excited for Hyeri’s fan meeting tour? Stay tuned for updates, and check out Soompi’s 2026 K-Pop Tour Masterlist here!

Nominees have been announced for the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards!

The Broadcast, Movie, Theater, and Musical candidates were chosen among productions that aired or we...]]>

Nominees have been announced for the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards!

The Broadcast, Movie, Theater, and Musical candidates were chosen among productions that aired or were released between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026. For broadcasts, candidates were chosen among programs that have aired at least one third of the series as of March 31. For Best New Actor, those who have starred in no more than three productions were eligible to be nominated. Productions that were excluded last year because they were released during the screening period were also included in this year’s pool.

Broadcast

Best Drama

• tvN “Our Unwritten Seoul”
• JTBC “The Dream Life of Mr. Kim”
• Netflix “You and Everything Else”
• Disney+ “Low Life”
• tvN “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty”

Best Variety Show

• MBC “Extreme84”
• MBC “The Wonder Coach”
• SBS “The Ballad of Us”
• Coupang Play “The White Collars 2”
• Netflix “Culinary Class Wars 2”

Best Educational Program

• Netflix “The Echoes of Survivors: Inside Korea’s Tragedies”
• KBS1 “The Talent War”
• KBS1 “Our Shining Days”
• KBS1 “The Holy Elements”
• SBS “The Strange Vet in the Strange Zoo”

Best Director

• Park Shin Woo (“Our Unwritten Seoul”)
• Woo Min Ho (“Made in Korea”)
• Yoo Young Eun (“Can This Love Be Translated?”)
• Jo Yeong Min (“You and Everything Else”)
• Jo Hyun Tack (“The Dream Life of Mr. Kim”)

Best Screenplay 

• Kwon Jong Kwan (“The Price of Confession”)
• Song Hye Jin (“You and Everything Else”)
• Lee Kang (“Our Unwritten Seoul”)
• Lee Seon (“To My Beloved Thief”)
• Chu Song Yeon (“The Art of Sarah”)

Technical Achievement

• Kang Seung Won (“The Seasons” – music)
• Kim Nam Sik (“Low Life” – VFX)
• Kim Tae Sung (“Made in Korea” – cinematography)
• Eom Seong Tak (“You and Everything Else” – cinematography)
• Yoon Jin Hee (“Crime Scene Zero” – art direction)

Best Actor 

• Ryu Seung Ryong (“The Dream Life of Mr. Kim”)
• Park Jinyoung (“Our Unwritten Seoul”)
• Lee Junho (“Typhoon Family”)
• Ji Sung (“The Judge Returns”)
• Hyun Bin (“Made in Korea”)

Best Actress

• Kim Go Eun (“You and Everything Else”)
• Park Bo Young (“Our Unwritten Seoul”)
• Park Ji Hyun (“You and Everything Else”)
• Shin Hae Sun (“The Art of Sarah”)
• Lim Yoona (“Bon Appétit, Your Majesty”)

Best Supporting Actor 

• Kim Gun Woo (“You and Everything Else”)
• Yoo Seung Mok (“The Dream Life of Mr. Kim”)
• Yoo Jae Myung (“Love Me”)
• Jang Seung Jo (“As You Stood By”)
• Jin Sun Kyu (“Aema”)

Best Supporting Actress 

• Myung Se Bin (“The Dream Life of Mr. Kim”)
• Won Mi Kyung (“Our Unwritten Seoul”)
• Lee Yi Dam (“The Art of Sarah”)
• Lim Soo Jung (“Low Life”)
• Ha Yoon Kyung (“Undercover Miss Hong”)

Best New Actor 

• Kim Jin Wook (“Low Life”)
• Bae Na Ra (“Weak Hero Class 2”)
• Lee Chae Min (“Bon Appétit, Your Majesty”)
• Jung Jun Won (“Resident Playbook”)
• Hong Min Ki (“To My Beloved Thief”)

Best New Actress 

• Kim Min (“Low Life”)
• Bang Hyo Rin (“Aema”)
• Shin Sia (“Resident Playbook”)
• Jeon So Young (“Honour”)
• Choi Ji Su (“Undercover Miss Hong”)

Best Male Entertainer

• Kwak Beom
• Kian84
• Kim Won Hun
• Lee Seo Jin
• Choo Sung Hoon

Best Female Entertainer

• Kim Yeon Koung
• Seol In Ah
• Lee Soo Ji
• Jang Do Yeon
• Hong Jin Kyung

Movie

Best Movie

• “The Final Semester”
• “Good News”
• “The World of Love”
• “No Other Choice”
• “The King’s Warden”

Best Director 

• Kim Do Young (“Once We Were Us”)
• Park Chan Wook (“No Other Choice”)
• Byun Sung Hyun (“Good News”)
• Yoon Ga Eun (“The World of Love”)
• Jang Hang Jun (“The King’s Warden”)

Best New Director

• Kwon Yong Jae (“The Price of Goodbye”)
• Kim Soo Jin (“Noise”)
• Kim Yong Hwan (“Your Letter”)
• Park Joon Ho (“3670”)
• Jang Byung Ki (“When This Summer is Over”)

Best Actor

• Koo Kyo Hwan (“Once We Were Us”)
• Park Jeong Min (“The Ugly”)
• Yoo Hae Jin (“The King’s Warden”)
• Lee Byung Hun (“No Other Choice”)
• Hong Kyung (“Good News”)

Best Actress 

• Go Ah Sung (“Pavane”)
• Mun Ka Young (“Once We Were Us”)
• Son Ye Jin (“No Other Choice”)
• Lee Hye Young (“The Old Woman With The Knife”)
• Han Ye Ri (“Spring Night”)

Best Supporting Actor

• Ryoo Seung Bum (“Good News”)
• Park Hae Joon (“HUMINT”)
• Yoo Ji Tae (“The King’s Warden”)
• Lee Sung Min (“No Other Choice”)
• Jang Yong (“People and Meat”)

Best Supporting Actress

• Shin Sae Kyeong (“HUMINT”)
• Shin Hyun Been (“The Ugly”)
• Yeom Hye Ran (“No Other Choice”)
• Jang Hye Jin (“The World of Love”)
• Jeon Mi Do (“The King’s Warden”)

Best New Actor

• Moon Sang Min (“Pavane”)
• Park Ji Hoon (“The King’s Warden”)
• Ahn Hyo Seop (“Omniscient Reader”)
• Yoo Lee Ha (“The Final Semester”)
• Cho You Hyun (“3670”)

Best New Actress

• Seo Su Bin (“The World of Love”)
• Shin Sia (“Even If This Love Disappears from the World Tonight”)
• Shin Eun Soo (“Love Untangled”)
• Chae Won Bin (“YADANG: The Snitch”)
• Choi Yu Ri (“My Daughter is a Zombie”)

Best Screenplay

• Park Joon Ho (“3670”)
• Byun Sung Hyun and Lee Jin Seong (“Good News”)
• Yeon Sang Ho (“The Ugly”)
• Yoon Ga Eun (“The World of Love”)
• Lim Na Moo (“People and Meat”)

Technical Achievement

• Kim Sang Beom and Kim Ho Bin (“Good News” – edit)
• Kim Woo Hyung (“No Other Choice” – film)
• Lee Mok Won (“The Ugly” – art)
• Lee Min Hwi (“Pavane” – music)
• Jung Sung Jin and Kim Woo Chul (“Omnisicient Reader” – VFX)

Gucci Impact Award

• “The Final Semester”
• “People and Meat”
• “The World of Love”
• “The King’s Warden”
• “Pavane”

Theater

Baeksang Best Theater

• “Last Interview”
• “A Mirror”
• “SAMMAEKYUNG”
• “End Wall”
• “Jellyfish”

Best Young Theater

• Kim Yeon Min (“ZOOM IN: CHEKHOV” – director)
• Munjibang (“Haboob” – theater company)
• Tank of fire (“Chang So” – theater company)
• Lee Kyeong Heon (“Ex Libris” – playwright)
• The Creative Company LAS (“Function Domino” – theater company)

Best Performer

• Kwon Jung Hoon (“Tulip”)
• Kim Si Yu (“You Don’t Know Your Son”)
• Kim Shin Rok (“PRIMA FACIE”)
• Jeon Hye Jin (“[ANTHROPOLISⅡ] Laios”)
• Ji Choon Sung (“SAMMAEKYUNG”)

Musical

Best Musical

• “The Longest Nights”
• “Laika”
• “ARANG”
• “RED HARE ; JEOKTO”
• “Man in Hanbok”

Creative Achievement

• Seo Byung Goo (“Evita” – choreography)
• Oh Lupina (“Mad Hatter” – direction)
• Oh Sang Jun (“ARANG” – original score)
• Lee Sun Young (“Laika” – original score)
• Han A Reum (“RED HARE ; JEOKTO” – playwriting)

Best Performer

• Kim Junsu (“Beetlejuice”)
• Min Kyoung Ah (“Red Book”)
• Park Eun Tae (“Man in Hanbok”)
• Yu Ria (“Evita”)
• Hong Kwang Ho (“Moulin Rouge!”)

The ceremony is scheduled to take place on May 8 at 7:50 p.m. KST and will be broadcast live via JTBC.

While you wait, watch “To My Beloved Thief”:

And “Once We Were Us”:

Power struggles, manipulation, and scandals continue to shroud Bang Tae Seop (Ju Ji Hoon) and his wife Chu Sang Ah (Ha Ji Won). For now, the couple may have salvaged their ...]]>

Power struggles, manipulation, and scandals continue to shroud Bang Tae Seop (Ju Ji Hoon) and his wife Chu Sang Ah (Ha Ji Won). For now, the couple may have salvaged their reputation and their sinking careers after putting up an orchestrated front in of the world.

But as Jeong Won (Nana) makes her return as a rival to Sang Ah in her comeback feature, there is much more at play between the two women. And as Tae Seop inches closer towards the finishing line in the presidential elections, the question is can he really make it?

The games have just begun. Sang Ah and Tae Seop may have succeeded in outsmarting Lee Yang Mi (Cha Joo Young), but they have underestimated her abilities to corner them when they least expect it.

Here are three moments when Sang Ah and Tae Seop found themselves in situations that they were unable to outmaneuver.

Warning: spoilers for episodes 7-8 below.

Tae Seop and Sang Ah colluding for gain

Tae Seop and Sang Ah think they may have averted the crisis since Jae Sang’s death has been classified as a homicide.

Tae Seop’s campaign is back on track, while Sang Ah is all set to make her comeback in the adult thriller “Four Seasons.” However, the couple realize that they are on shaky ground as Lee Yang Mi is the one pulling the strings.

Tae Seop’s political opponent is sponsored by WR Group, and that’s causing him serious trouble in the campaign. To counter Yang Mi’s influence, he tells Sang Ah it is time to play his trump card.

He meets Yang Mi’s former husband, a man she had betrayed to marry Chairman Kwon. However, the deal comes at a price: Yang Mi’s ex tells Tae Seop that if he lets his wife Sang Ah sleep with him for a day, he will support him in his campaign.

Though enraged by the indecent proposal, Tae Seop makes a fool of himself around Yang Mi’s ex, even humoring him at a party, as long as he helps him in his mission. He even goes to the extent to tell the man that he and his wife Sang Ah are not in an intimate marriage.

On the other hand, Sang Ah asks Tae Seop why he is not leveraging her stardom for campaigning. The public loves a well put together couple, and they may as well play to the galleries.

Yang Mi also makes Tae Seop an offer: if he works with her, she will make sure Sang Ah remains unharmed. Yang Mi, who is invested in the predictions of fortune tellers, is told Tae Seop has strong chances of winning and that she should recruit him to the side she supports.

Meanwhile, Sang Ah has been replaced by Jeong Won in her comeback film. She makes a bold move toward Yang Mi and offers her husband as collateral in return for getting back in the film. She tells Yang Mi that she will make sure Tae Seop works with her, but in return she wants to be re-cast as the lead in “Four Seasons.” It is clear this couple cares little for each other and both are willing to use the other as a bait, as long as they get what they want.

It turns out just as they had planned. Sang Ah is reinstated in the film and is made the face of WR Entertainment. She campaigns for Tae Seop, who sees a surge in his popularity.

As Yang Mi sees both of them do her bidding, she is well aware the two cannot be trusted. In trying to stay one step ahead, Tae Seop and Sang Ah have unknowingly stepped into a game they no longer can control.

Yang Mi’s and Tae Seop’s shadow plays

In the drama unfolding before Tae Seop and Sang Ah, Yang Mi is the show-runner. The woman knows exactly what the husband and wife are capable of, and she keeps her cards close to her chest.

Though Sang Ah is reinstated in the project, Tae Seop is still unsure whether he wants to switch sides and forge an alliance with Yang Mi. As the election campaign gains momentum, Tae Seop discovers that presidential candidate Son Guk Won (Joo Jin Mo), on whom Yang Mi has placed her bets, is entangled in multiple scandals and financial fraud cases. He also learns of several slush funds tied to Sang Ah’s movie. The emergence of a mysterious figure, the “Shadow,” closely linked to Guk Won, is also shaking up the political landscape. Tae Seop, who is trying to portray himself as a crusader against corruption, joins hands with Yang Mi’s stepson, Kwon Jong Uk (Oh Jung Se), to launch a counterattack against her.

Yang Mi, well aware of his moves, warns him. If he dares to betray her and backtrack on his promise to join her, he will regret it. She passive-aggressively informs him that she has something far worse on him—something that could blow up the campaign and finish him. He doesn’t take her threats seriously though, as he is too busy plotting his next move.

She tells him, just as Sang Ah is within earshot, that she orchestrated the tax evasion scandal, and though he was aware of it, he never buried it. Sang Ah is left hurt and betrayed, realizing that whether it is Yang Mi or her own husband, she has been played by both.

Meanwhile, Tae Seop learns that Jeong Won had not killed Jae Sang: he was already dead. And Yang Mi has intel on Jeong Wan and is using it to her advantage. Tae Seop doesn’t care, as he has no use for her now. But he keeps stalling Yang Mi’s offer, and she is quickly running out of patience.

The two see each other’s weaknesses to exploit, not realizing they are being read just as closely.

Sang Ah and Jeong Won: dangerous liaisons

Sang Ah and Jeong Won haven’t met since Jae Sang’s death. Sang Ah is shocked when she learns that Jeong Won had replaced her in the film and also feels slightly betrayed.

She smugly asks Jeong Won what strings she pulled to get into the project with such ease. In response, Jeong Won testily asks if she was planning to undermine and look past her as she had once done with her former bodyguard, Jae Sang.

Sang Ah is stung, but being the professional she is, she masks her emotions. Back on the project and with Jeong Won as her co star, she maintains a professional distance. The first scene between the two women is an intimate one, and the tension is palpable, as well as the unspoken dynamic. Yang Mi is closely observing the shoot, her expressive impassive.

A few days later, Jeong Won invites Sang Ah for dinner and confesses that she had never killed Jae Sang. Instead she had been attacked and kidnapped by Yang Mi’s people. Sang Ah, still blistering after overhearing that her husband did not stand up for her during the fake tax evasion scandal, confesses that she did feel something for Jae Sang. But she had used him to destroy those who had led Ji Soo to her death. A strange undercurrent passes between the two.

Around the same time, Tae Seop is informed by the man who worked with Jeong Won that Yang Mi is likely to pull something explosive. We see a flashback to the night of Jae Sang’s death, after Jeong Won was captured. Her captors go through her phone and see several images of Sang Ah.

In the present, Yang Mi threatens Tae Seop that she will bring him down on his knees if he doesn’t join her. But Tae Seop refuses to relent.

Election Day is here, and Tae Seop decides to upload Guk Won’s scandals on the very morning. As anticipated, there is mayhem with the campaign in turmoil.

Tae Seop, unfazed, preps for his final speech when there is an uproar around him. He looks oblivious, thinking that everyone is reading up and watching the coup that he masterminded. But the joke is on him.

Yang Mi has uploaded a sex tape featuring Sang Ah, and it is clear the person with her is none other than Jeong Won. All we see is Tae Seop’s shocked expression and Yang Mi’s smirk.

With so many things happening, this week should reveal what really happened as “Climax” heads for its finale.

Start watching “Climax”:

Puja Talwar is a Soompi writer with a strong Yoo Yeon Seok and Lee Junho bias. A long time K-drama fan, she loves devising alternate scenarios to the narratives. She has interviewed Lee Min Ho, Gong Yoo, Cha Eun Woo, and Ji Chang Wook to name a few. You can follow her on @puja_talwar7 on Instagram.

MBC’s upcoming Friday-Saturday drama “Fifties Professionals” is gearing up for its premiere!

“Fifties Professionals” is an action-comedy about three seemingly ordin...]]>

MBC’s upcoming Friday-Saturday drama “Fifties Professionals” is gearing up for its premiere!

“Fifties Professionals” is an action-comedy about three seemingly ordinary but secretly dangerous middle-aged men who are brought back into action by destiny. The three men, who once reigned at the top of their respective fields, find themselves exiled to the remote island of Yeongseon after a mysterious incident. There, they begin a bittersweet and comedic quest to uncover the truth about the fateful day from 10 years ago that changed their lives.

The script reading brought together director Han Dong Hwa—known for his projects including “Shadow Detective,” “Navillera,” and “Squad 38″—and the cast including Shin Ha Kyun, Oh Jung Se, Heo Sung Tae, Kim Shin Rok, Lee Hak Joo, Han Ji Eun, Hyun Bong Sik, Kim Sang Ho, Shin Dong Mi, Kim Byung Ok, and Kim Sang Kyung.

First up, Shin Ha Kyun stars as Jung Ho Myung, a former top black agent of the National Intelligence Service. Framed for a crime he didn’t commit, Jung Ho Myung now hides his identity and works as the head chef of a thriving Chinese restaurant on Yeongseon Island, all while secretly pursuing the “item” that ruined his life.

Oh Jung Se plays Bong Je Soon, a North Korean special agent who has lost his memory. Once known as “Bulgae,” the North’s most lethal human weapon, Je Soon ends up stranded on Yeongseon Island after an accident during a mission. As he struggles with identity confusion and an overbearing boss, he begins piecing together his lost memories.

Heo Sung Tae portrays Kang Beom Ryong, a former legendary gangster who is now a convenience store owner. Once the second-in-command of the notorious Hwasang Gang, Beom Ryong heads to Yeongseon Island in pursuit of Ho Myung and the “item,” seeking revenge and planning to restore everything to the way it once was while loyally looking after his imprisoned boss.

In addition, Kim Shin Rok who plays Kang Young Ae encouraged viewers to tune in, saying, “As expected, there are so many incredibly funny actors in this cast—so I’m really looking forward to it, thinking, ‘Won’t it have viewers bursting out laughing?’”

Lee Hak Joo who stars as Ma Gong Bok said he came in with “a firm resolve to have fun with it,” and Han Ji Eun who plays Park Mi Kyung likewise raised anticipation even further by commenting, “The script is so fun, with so many cheerful, delightful moments.”

“Fifties Professionals” is set to premiere on May 22 as the follow-up to “Perfect Crown.”

SUPER JUNIOR’s Leeteuk and Heechul will be debuting as an official unit and going on a fan-con tour!

On April 13, Leeteuk and Heechul confirmed that they will be de...]]>

SUPER JUNIOR’s Leeteuk and Heechul will be debuting as an official unit and going on a fan-con tour!

On April 13, Leeteuk and Heechul confirmed that they will be debuting in the new unit SUPER JUNIOR-83z in July as same-aged members born in the year 1983.

Along with the unit announcement, SUPER JUNIOR-83z revealed the stops for their 2026 fan-con tour “1983.” After kicking off the tour in Seoul on July 25 and 26, SUPER JUNIOR-83z will visit Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Macau, Kaohsiung, Singapore, and Taipei.

Is SUPER JUNIOR-83z coming to a location near you? While waiting, check out Soompi’s 2026 K-Pop Tour Masterlist here!

Stars throughout the industry have gathered for BTS’s much-anticipated return!

On April 9, 11, and 12, BTS kicked off their “ARIRANG” world tour with concerts at Go...]]>

Stars throughout the industry have gathered for BTS’s much-anticipated return!

On April 9, 11, and 12, BTS kicked off their “ARIRANG” world tour with concerts at Goyang Stadium. Various idols, actors, and more were in attendance to show their love for the group.

Here are some of the stars who were present for the occasion:

Choo Sung Hoon

Yena

Stray Kids’ Bang Chan

Son Dong Pyo

TXT

IVE’s Jang Won Young

ATEEZ’s Jongho

Kany, Lee Sung Kyung, Kim Min Jae

BIG Naughty

Park Seo Joon, Choi Woo Shik, Park Hyung Sik, Peakboy

ENHYPEN, BOYNEXTDOOR

Lee Dong Hwi

LE SSERAFIM

Yim Si Wan

Lee Jung Jae

CORTIS, TWS, Park Hyo Shin, WOODZ, Lee Soo Ji

Epik High

Choi Tae Joon

Kian84, Ji Ye Eun

Younha

Jung Ryeo Won

Moon Sujin

WEi’s Kang Seok Hwa

Kyung Soo Jin

Park Seo Ham

Shim Jin Hwa

So Yoo Jin

Ha Ji Won

Lim Seul Ong

YOUNITE’s Eunho

CODE KUNST

Loco

Chef Choi Hyun Seok, Lee Byung Hun

Jo Soo Min

Ko So Young

Lee Sae On

Other stars spotted at the concerts include SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu and The8, BABYMONSTER’s Ahyeon and Chiquita, Zico, PSY, IU, and more.

I.O.I has announced the group’s official fan club name!

On April 13, I.O.I announced their official fan club name to be “Angdungi” (romanized name), a name reminisc...]]>

I.O.I has announced the group’s official fan club name!

On April 13, I.O.I announced their official fan club name to be “Angdungi” (romanized name), a name reminiscent of what I.O.I called their fans 10 years ago. It will be a name to refer to fans who waited for I.O.I despite the passage of time.

I.O.I is currently preparing to make a comeback in May with the nine members Jeon Somi, Kim Se Jeong, Choi Yoojung, Chungha, Kim So Hye, Jung Chaeyeon, Kim Doyeon, Lim Nayoung, and Yeonjung. Kang Mina and Zhou Jie Qiong will be unable to participate due to pre-scheduled commitments.

Earlier in March, I.O.I also announced their 10th anniversary tour “LOOP.” Check out I.O.I’s recent practice video of “Pick Me” below!

Are you excited for I.O.I’s comeback? What do you think of the fan club name?

While waiting, watch Kim Se Jeong in “Brewing Love“:

And Jung Chaeyeon in “Family By Choice“:

“Yumi’s Cells 3” has released new stills ahead of its premiere!

Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, “Yumi’s Cells” tells the story of an ordinary office ...]]>

“Yumi’s Cells 3” has released new stills ahead of its premiere!

Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, “Yumi’s Cells” tells the story of an ordinary office worker named Yumi (Kim Go Eun)—from the point of view of the many brain cells in her head controlling her every thought, feeling, and action. In Season 3, Kim Jae Won plays Yumi’s new love interest Soon Rok, an editorial PD at Julie Publishing.

In the newly released photos, Yumi and Soon Rok are seen gathering an armful of strawberry custard bungeoppang, sparking curiosity. In one image, late at night, Yumi approaches Soon Rok—who is holding a pile of bungeoppang—with her hands politely clasped.

The stark contrast between Soon Rok’s calm, rational face, showing no sign of emotional change, and Yumi’s disappointed look for reasons unknown, leaves viewers wondering what will happened between them.

In the following photos, the situation flips: Yumi is the one who has claimed a heap of bungeoppang, while Soon Rok stares at her in surprise—hinting that the two are battling it out over the pastries and adding to the comedy.

The production team commented, “With the arrival of Soon Rok, a man who shakes up Yumi’s peaceful daily life, a big commotion breaks out in Yumi’s cell village. Please look forward to hate-to-love romance between Yumi, who still finds love difficult, and Soon Rok, a principled homebody.”

Or refresh your memory by binge-watching “Yumi’s Cells 2”:

Stray Kids has reached a new YouTube milestone!

On April 13 at approximately 12 p.m. KST, Stray Kids’ music video for “Do It” surpassed 100 million views, meaning t...]]>

Stray Kids has reached a new YouTube milestone!

On April 13 at approximately 12 p.m. KST, Stray Kids’ music video for “Do It” surpassed 100 million views, meaning that it took approximately four months and 23 days since the music video’s release on November 21, 2025 at 2 p.m. KST.

“Do It” is Stray Kids’ 18th full-group music video to reach the milestone, following “God’s Menu,” “MIROH,” “Back Door,” “My Pace,” “Thunderous,” “MANIAC,” “Hellevator,” “Christmas EveL,” “CASE 143,” “S-Class,” “LALALALA,” “CIRCUS,” “VENOM,” “Chk Chk Boom,” “MEGAVERSE,” “CHEESE,” and “CEREMONY.”

Congratulations to Stray Kids!

Ji Ye Eun and dancer Vata are in a relationship!

On April 13, Xportsnews reported that Ji Ye Eun and Vata are dating.

In response to the report, Ji Ye Eun’s...]]>

Ji Ye Eun and dancer Vata are in a relationship!

On April 13, Xportsnews reported that Ji Ye Eun and Vata are dating.

In response to the report, Ji Ye Eun’s agency CPN Entertainment shared, “The two, who have been colleagues, are seeing each other with positive feelings. We ask that you support them with warmth.”

Both born in 1994, Ji Ye Eun and Vata are said to have been church friends before their relationship developed into a romantic one.

Vata also took charge of the choreography for “Milkshake,” a song Ji Ye Eun released with Ji Suk Jin as the project co-ed group “Chungju Ji Ssi.”

Ji Ye Eun debuted in 2017 through the web drama “How To.” She drew attention for her distinctive characters in seasons 3 and 4 of Coupang Play’s comedy show “SNL Korea.” She is currently active as a cast member on SBS’s variety show “Running Man” and is also working as an actress.

Vata is the leader of the dance crew We Dem Boyz. We Dem Boyz placed as runner-up on Mnet’s “Street Man Fighter” in 2022. He also served as part of the coaching team on KBS’s idol survival program “MAKEMATE1.”

Top Photo Credit: Xportsnews

Heo Nam Jun will be making a transformation into a chaebol in “My Royal Nemesis”!

“My Royal Nemesis” is a romantic comedy starring Lim Ji Yeon as Shin Seo Ri, a st...]]>

Heo Nam Jun will be making a transformation into a chaebol in “My Royal Nemesis”!

“My Royal Nemesis” is a romantic comedy starring Lim Ji Yeon as Shin Seo Ri, a struggling actress who is suddenly possessed by the spirit of a notorious villainess from the Joseon era.

Heo Nam Jun will star as Cha Se Gye, a ruthless chaebol heir. As a third-generation chaebol who is the grandson of Chail Group’s Cha Dal Soo (Yoon Joo Sang), he is known as a “monster created by capitalism” as a product of marriage for merging and acquisition.

The newly released stills capture the cold and ruthless chaebol Cha Se Gye, who passes through a group protesting the company.

Exuding cold charisma and wearing a three-piece black suit, Cha Se Gye does not even blink an eye despite having eggs thrown at him. Cha Se Gye’s chilling gaze beyond the umbrella blocking the eggs appears to prove his ruthless nature.

Already, viewers are anticipating how Cha Se Gye will change as he faces “Joseon villainess” Kang Dan Shim in the form of Shin Seo Ri.

“My Royal Nemesis” will premiere on May 8 at 9:50 p.m. KST.

KickFlip has set a new personal record with their latest release!

Last week, the rookie boy group from JYP Entertainment made their comeback with their new mini alb...]]>

KickFlip has set a new personal record with their latest release!

Last week, the rookie boy group from JYP Entertainment made their comeback with their new mini album “My First Kick” and its upbeat title track “Eye-Poppin’” on April 6.

Hanteo Chart has now reported that KickFlip achieved the highest first-week sales of their career with the mini album. In the first week of its release (April 6 to 12), “My First Kick” sold a total of 456,167 copies, breaking the group’s previous first-week sales record of 402,405 copies set by their last mini album “My First Flip” in September.

Congratulations to KickFlip on their new career high!

Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on April 11!

ENHYPEN’s latest mini album “THE SIN : VANISH” returned to No. 1 in its 11th week on...]]>

Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on April 11!

ENHYPEN’s latest mini album “THE SIN : VANISH” returned to No. 1 in its 11th week on Billboard’s World Albums chart, while the group’s 2024 album “ROMANCE : UNTOLD” stayed strong at No. 23 in its 90th week on the chart.

BTS’s 2022 anthology album “Proof” climbed back up to No. 2 in its 199th week on the chart, with their 2020 Japanese album “Map of the Soul: 7 ~The Journey~” holding steady at No. 9 in its 22nd week.

After two weeks at No. 1, P1Harmony’s latest mini album “UNIQUE” fell to No. 3 in its third week on the chart.

Stray Kids landed a total of four entries on this week’s World Albums chart: “DO IT” held onto its spot at No. 4 in its 19th week on the chart, followed by “KARMA” at No. 13 (in its 32nd week) and “ATE” at No. 17 (in its 89th week). Meanwhile, “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” re-entered the chart at No. 21 (in its 79th week).

Meanwhile, ATEEZ’s latest mini album “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4” came in at No. 7 in its eighth week on the chart.

ITZY’s Yuna’s solo debut mini album “Ice Cream” entered the chart at No. 12, while NewJeans’ “Get Up” rose to No. 16 in its 134th week on the chart.

CORTIS’s debut EP “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES” took No. 19 in its 30th week on the chart, with IVE’s “REVIVE+” following at No. 20 in its sixth week.

Finally, BTS’s Jimin’s solo album “MUSE” rounded out the top 25 in its 88th week on the chart.

Congratulations to all of the artists!

Mark your calendars for LE SSERAFIM’s comeback!

On April 13 at midnight KST, LE SSERAFIM officially announced their plans for their upcoming spring return with thei...]]>

Mark your calendars for LE SSERAFIM’s comeback!

On April 13 at midnight KST, LE SSERAFIM officially announced their plans for their upcoming spring return with their new full-length album “PUREFLOW.”

First, LE SSERAFIM will kick things off by pre-releasing their lead single “CELEBRATION,” the title track of their upcoming album, on April 24 at 1 p.m. KST.

A month later, the group will release their second studio album “PUREFLOW pt.1” on May 22 at 1 p.m. KST.

“Perfect Crown” has taken viewers behind the scenes of the drama!

Set in an alternate universe where modern-day Korea is a constitutional monarchy, MBC’s “Perfect C...]]>

“Perfect Crown” has taken viewers behind the scenes of the drama!

Set in an alternate universe where modern-day Korea is a constitutional monarchy, MBC’s “Perfect Crown” tells the love story of Seong Hui Ju (IU), a chaebol heiress who has everything but is only a commoner in status, and Grand Prince Ian (Byeon Woo Seok), a prince who has nothing despite being the son of the king.

The behind-the-scenes video captures the passionate acting of the actors on set, with the actors attentively working with the director and sharing their own ideas to enhance the drama.

The cast and crew are also taken by the beauty of Nakhwa Nori (traditional Korean fireworks). IU remarks, “I’ve only seen it on video, and it’s my first time seeing it in person. It’s so pretty! How can there be such a beautiful tradition?” Byeon Woo Seok also captures the moment on camera, saying, “It reminds me of the lantern lights in Rapunzel’s story, so I watched while thinking, ‘Wow!'”

After filming the scene where Gong Seung Yeon slaps Byeon Woo Seok, Gong Seung Yeon shares, “I feel sorry, but I didn’t actually hit him, so I hope not everyone is offended.”

In another scene where Byeon Woo Seok is wearing traditional attire, he points to the giraffe emblem at the center. He shares, “One of my nicknames is ‘giraffe,’ so I like this.”

When asked what props she likes on the set, IU shares that she likes Seong Hui Ju’s nameplate which features her character’s handwritten name in English.

“Perfect Crown” recently premiered its first two episodes. The drama airs every Friday and Saturday at 9:40 p.m. KST.

tvN’s “Mad Concrete Dreams” is racing towards its finish!

On April 12, the drama saw a rise in viewership ahead of the final week of its run. According to Nielsen K...]]>

tvN’s “Mad Concrete Dreams” is racing towards its finish!

On April 12, the drama saw a rise in viewership ahead of the final week of its run. According to Nielsen Korea, the latest episode of “Mad Concrete Dreams” scored an average nationwide rating of 3.1 percent, marking a jump of over a full percentage point from the night prior.

Meanwhile, TV Chosun’s “Doctor Shin” returned to its personal best of 1.5 percent for the night.

Finally, KBS 2TV’s “Recipe for Love” climbed back up to an average nationwide rating of 14.5 percent, making it the most-watched program of any kind to air this weekend.

NCT’s Taeyong is teaming up with Anderson .Paak for his first post-military release!

On April 13 at midnight KST, Taeyong officially announced that he would be retu...]]>

NCT’s Taeyong is teaming up with Anderson .Paak for his first post-military release!

On April 13 at midnight KST, Taeyong officially announced that he would be returning with a new single featuring Anderson .Paak next week.

Taeyong’s upcoming single, “Rock Solid” (featuring Anderson .Paak), will drop on April 17 at 1 p.m. KST.

Although nothing has yet been confirmed, Taeyong was previously reported to be preparing for a May comeback with his first full-length solo album after releasing a digital single in April.

Upcoming drama “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” has released a new behind-the-scenes video!

Based on a popular web novel and webtoon, “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier...]]>

Upcoming drama “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” has released a new behind-the-scenes video!

Based on a popular web novel and webtoon, “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” is a military fantasy-comedy drama that tells the story of army cook Kang Sung Jae (Park Ji Hoon). When a mysterious quest window pops up in front of him one day, Private Kang Sung Jae begins an unexpected journey that will lead him down the path towards becoming a legendary cook.

Ahead of the drama’s premiere, “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” released a behind-the-scenes video from the script reading, sharing interviews of the cast members. Regarding his character Master Sergeant Park Jae Young, Yoon Kyung Ho shared, “He’s a fun character who is very humane and also causes a lot of accidents.” Lee Sang Yi remarks that his character Hwang Seok Ho claims to have luxurious food tastes, while Han Dong Hee describes her character Jo Ye Rin as someone who is prickly on the outside but kind on the inside. Lee Hong Nae plays Yoon Dong Hyun who is more interested in bulking up rather than cooking.

The actors also express excitement to wear military uniforms from the script reading, impressing with their passionate energy at the script reading while also taking the time to laugh and showcase the great atmosphere among the cast.

Park Ji Hoon shares, “The senior actors gave me so much energy on set that I get the thought that it’s just me who has to do well.” Yoon Kyung Ho conveys that it already feels like the drama will be really enjoyable, while Lee Sang Yi expresses his wishes for viewers to enjoy the drama.

“The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” will premiere on May 11 at 8:50 p.m. KST.