On the latest episode of variety talk program “Hwashin,” Lee Hyori opens up on a relative taboo topic in Korea: mental health clinics and receiving therapy. She revealed that she received therapy three years ago after the album plagiarism scandal erupted, which immediately forced her to stop promotions. She said, “I had soju everyday due… Continue reading Lee Hyori: “I Went to Receive Therapy Three Years Ago”
Category: TV/Film
Boom Had Five Times More Holidays Than Regular Korean Soldiers
High on the heels after the latest celebrity soldiers scandal, it’s been revealed that TV personality Boom also had preferential treatment. On July 4, reporter Heo Ji Woong made a guest appearance on JTBC’s “Ssulzun” where he commented, “The image of celebrity soldiers is pretty bad after the reality has been exposed through the media.”… Continue reading Boom Had Five Times More Holidays Than Regular Korean Soldiers
What Is MC Mong Up To These Days?
It’s been some time since MC Mong has been out of the spotlight and a number of fans are anticipating for his return. But, will he ever make a comeback? On July 3, tvN’s “eNEWS – Yesterday’s Hot Topic” aired a short segment that featured MC Mong. A couple people from the program’s production team… Continue reading What Is MC Mong Up To These Days?
SHINee’s Onew to Live with a Ghost in “Royal Villa”
SHINee‘s Onew makes a comedic image transformation in the upcoming JTBC sitcom/sketch comedy, “Sit-cong Royal Villa.” Although perhaps for Dubu’s fans, he has always been funny. “Sit-cong Royal Villa” takes the structure of both a sitcom and sketch comedy. In South Korea, sketch comedy is called “cong teu,” thus the hybrid of sitcom and cong teu… Continue reading SHINee’s Onew to Live with a Ghost in “Royal Villa”
Noh Young Hak Takes On “Who Are You?” with So Yi Hyun and 2PM’s Taecyeon
Young actor Noh Young Hak is cast alongside 2PM‘s Ok Taecyeon in tvN’s new drama “Who Are You?” According to reports in local news agencies, Noh Young Hak is confirmed for a role in the soon-to-premiere supernatural melodrama. The announcement came through a statement from his management agency, KMeStar, on July 4. It said, “Noh… Continue reading Noh Young Hak Takes On “Who Are You?” with So Yi Hyun and 2PM’s Taecyeon
“Running Man” PD Believes “Infinity Challenge” Is Insurmountable
In a recent interview with CBS‘ “No Cut News,” Jo Hyo Jin PD, the main producer of “Running Man,” has praised fellow variety show “Infinity Challenge” and called the program “insurmountable.” During the interview, Jo Hyo Jin PD states that “‘Infinity Challenge’ is insurmountable,” stating that “‘Running Man’ and ‘Infinity Challenge’ cannot be compared” and that… Continue reading “Running Man” PD Believes “Infinity Challenge” Is Insurmountable
Lee Hyori Crowns Her Successor
Lee Hyori, a celebrity with many nicknames from sexy diva to social-tainer (coined term from “entertainer who actively advocates for social justice”), has named her successor. On July 2, she made a special appearance on “Story On Woman Show” where she was asked, “Who do you pick as your successor?” Lee Hyori answered, “The junior… Continue reading Lee Hyori Crowns Her Successor
Lee Jong Suk’s Mannerisms Are Funnier Than Expected
Male celebrities showing proper courtesy towards their fellow female colleagues usually tend to garner respect and amazement from fans and viewers alike, but what if I told you that mannerism can also result in laughter? Well, good news because I can now happily inform you that actor Lee Jong Suk has been able to get… Continue reading Lee Jong Suk’s Mannerisms Are Funnier Than Expected
Test Results Confirm Sistar’s Bora Has Youthful Skin
Sistar’s Bora’s skin has recently been revealed and it’s drawing attention from the public. Knowing how fast information spreads, especially in the entertainment world, it won’t be long before a cosmetics company signs her on as the main endorser for their brand. She recently appeared as a guest on medical variety program “Vitamin” with teammate… Continue reading Test Results Confirm Sistar’s Bora Has Youthful Skin
CNBlue’s Lee Jong Hyun Denies Casting Rumors for “Heirs”
Recently, news media source TV Report claimed that CNBlue‘s Lee Jong Hyun was set to be cast for the upcoming SBS drama “Heirs.” “Heirs” has received a lot of buzz for its writer and cast. Kim Eun Sook, who wrote “Secret Garden” and “A Gentleman’s Dignity,” will pen “Heirs,” and actors Lee Min Ho, Park… Continue reading CNBlue’s Lee Jong Hyun Denies Casting Rumors for “Heirs”