Member of hip hip duo Leessang and permanent cast member of the variety show “Infinity Challenge,” Gil (full name Gil Sung Joon) was caught drunk driving on April 23 around 12:30 AM KST. The Mapo District police stated on April 23, “Gil Sung Joon was caught drunk driving around 12:30 AM and his driver’s license… Continue reading Leessang’s Gil Caught Drunk Driving, License Canceled
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Music Industry Expects Flood of Comebacks in May or July
April and May was expected to be an exciting month in the K-Pop music industry with comebacks expect from boys groups EXO, Block B, Infinite, 2PM, BEAST, VIXX, and Fly to the Sky, and female solo G.NA, solo debuts from T-ara‘s Jiyeon, Hyomin and Secret‘s Hyosung. EXO already had their comeback showcase, Block B was expecting to start their… Continue reading Music Industry Expects Flood of Comebacks in May or July
Han Ga In and Yeon Jung Hoon Are Expecting a Baby!
Congratulations! Celebrity couple Han Ga In and Yeon Jung Hoon are expecting their first child since their marriage nine years ago in 2005. According to Han Ga In’s agency, BH Entertainment, the mother-to-be is currently solely focused on prenatal care since she is in the early stages of her pregnancy. A rep sated, “Her husband,… Continue reading Han Ga In and Yeon Jung Hoon Are Expecting a Baby!
Jung Il Woo Postpones Fan Meeting, Donates to Relief Efforts
It was announced today through Jung Il Woo‘s official website that his May 3 fan meeting, titled “2014 Jung Il Woo Fanmeeting Il Woo Together,” has been postponed indefinitely out of respect for the ongoing Sewol ferry disaster. It was also separately reported that the actor donated 30 million KRW (~28,874 USD) Hope Bridge- Korea Disaster… Continue reading Jung Il Woo Postpones Fan Meeting, Donates to Relief Efforts
KBS Programming Dominates TV Ratings After Ferry Disaster
This past week, the fourth week of April, was a complicated one for TV programming in terms of broadcast. As most prime time variety shows and dramas were suspended while the nation waited anxiously for good news from the site of the Sewol ferry disaster, news programming and more serious broadcast like documentaries filled in… Continue reading KBS Programming Dominates TV Ratings After Ferry Disaster
Ha Ji Won Donates 100 Million Won to Ferry Disaster Relief Efforts
Actress Ha Ji Won joins the growing list of celebrities who are giving what they can to help the victims and relief efforts of the Sewol ferry disaster. Ha Ji Won, who is currently starring in the MBC drama “Empress Ki” has donated 100 million won (~96,200 USD) to the relief efforts of the ferry… Continue reading Ha Ji Won Donates 100 Million Won to Ferry Disaster Relief Efforts
Rain in Talks for New Drama “Indian Summer”
Singer and actor Rain might be making his return to the small screen soon! Rain is currently in talks to star in the upcoming drama “Indian Summer.” The drama is described as a traditional melodrama that will search for a message of healing and truth for those exhausted from the conflicts of our contemporary society. According… Continue reading Rain in Talks for New Drama “Indian Summer”
“Running Man” Cancels This Week’s Recording
As expected, the recording for future episodes of the SBS Sunday variety show “Running Man” was canceled this week. Recording for the show normally takes place on Monday and Tuesday, but filming for the entertainment oriented program was deemed inappropriate and difficult in the current situation. Filming for next week is also uncertain as the… Continue reading “Running Man” Cancels This Week’s Recording
Dynamic Duo’s Gaeko Confirmed as Recurring Member of Variety Show “The Human Condition 2”
Hip-hop star and Dynamic Duo member Gaeko is venturing into the Korean variety programming with KBS’ second season of “The Human Condition.” Gaeko joins season one members Kim Joon Ho, Kim Joon Hyun, and Jung Tae Ho, and new members Kim Giri and Jo Woo Jong as the second season cast line-up for the male… Continue reading Dynamic Duo’s Gaeko Confirmed as Recurring Member of Variety Show “The Human Condition 2”
Akdong Musician (AKMU) Wins No.1 for SBS Inkigayo with “200%”
Sibling duo Akdong Musician has taken their second win with debut track “200%“! Following one from “M!Countdown,” Akdong Musician won first place at SBS “Inkigayo.” Unfortunately, like the April 17 episode of “M!Countdown,” the April 20 episode of “Inkigayo” did not air due to almost all non-news related TV programs being halted while the Sewol… Continue reading Akdong Musician (AKMU) Wins No.1 for SBS Inkigayo with “200%”