After reports of shake-ups in the cast of upcoming “Brain,” news is out that Song Seung Hun has accepted one of the lead roles in the medical drama. There was early buzz that he was offered to play the ambitious neurosurgeon character that Lee Sang Yoon was slated to take on.
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Rain Enlists in the Military on October 11
Singer/actor Rain has made definite his military service enlistment. On September 23, Rain said he will begin his mandatory military service on October 11. Rain himself made the announcement on his official web site. Like expected, he will first receive basic training and will be on active duty afterwards. He will enter a unit in Uijeongbu, but he knows that he may be assigned elsewhere in the course of his duty.
Nichkhun Tweets a Restaurant Recommendation
2PM’s Nichkhun always keeps his fans and followers updated by being very active on Twitter. On September 22, however, he not only shed light on his activities but even made a restaurant recommendation. “Looking for good pasta, steak with a good bottle of wine? Recommending Corner Kitchen in Apgujeong,” Nichkhun said in his tweet.
SNSD’s Seohyun Reveals a Childhood Friend
SNSD’s youngest member Seohyun reveals her friendship with a former trainee of SM Entertainment, Lee Hwan Hee. On a recent TV appearance with some SNSD members, Seohyun shed tears when she talked about training with Hwan Hee but not debuting with her.
Kim Ki Duk’s "Arirang" to Open at Tokyo Filmex
Cannes Film Festival Un Certain Regard category winner “Arirang” by Kim Ki Duk opens on November 12 at the Tokyo Filmex in November. “Arirang” will not be in the competition but three other Korean films are among a selection of the 10 in competition.
"Mr. Idol" Releases Theatrical Trailer
A new, longer trailer of the K-Pop-themed movie “Mr. Idol” is just out, building up from the glimpse of fictional idol group Mr. Children that was released in mid-August. The new trailer introduces with more detail the other players in “Mr. Idol,” namely Kim Soo Ro as entertainment mogul and Star Music agency CEO Sa Hae Moon and Park Ye Jin as former music producer Oh Gu Ju.
2PM’s Junsu Collaborates with Japanese Singer DOUBLE
Fans of 2PM Junsu’s vocal prowess will have another album to anticipate. The vocalist is featured in a track on the comeback album of Japanese R&B singer DOUBLE. “Count 3 feat. Jun.K” credits Junsu’s participation in “WOMAN,” DOUBLE’s first album in two years.
Kwon Sang Woo Is Recovering from Leg Surgery
Actor Kwon Sang Woo underwent surgery on his leg to repair an injury he had sustained while shooting “71 Into the Fire” that got worse in his latest movie “Pain.” Local news agencies report that Kwon Sang Woo went under the knife on September 20 to repair four torn ligaments in his leg.
Kim Rae Won and Su Ae Display Affection in "A Thousand Days’ Promise" First Stills
“A Thousand Days’ Promise” releases its first stills of leads Kim Rae Won and Su Ae in character. The stills provide a glimpse into the loving relationship of Kim Rae Won’s and Su Ae’s characters, building anticipation on how their story will play out. “A Thousand Days’ Promise” tells of a woman who is slowly losing her memory and the man who loves her.
Jang Geun Suk and YoonA’s "Love Rain" Adds More Cast Members
Two more actresses have been confirmed to take part in “Love Rain,” the upcoming fantasy-melodrama starring new generation Hallyu star Jang Geun Suk and SNSD’s YoonA. Son Eun Seo and Hwang Bora join the cast that includes Seo In Kook and Kim Shi Hoo, who were also just recently added.