One of Korea’s top variety show, MBC’s “Infinity Challenge”, has once again gotten a warning from the Korea Broadcasting and Communications Review Committee (KCC). On Oct. 26, the producer of the show Kim Tae Ho was summoned to the KCC committee meeting, in which it was discussed that the “Infinity Challenge Speed Special” has exposed too violent images, which can cause social harm.
Category: TV/Film
Yoo Ah In’s Movie "Wan Deuk Yi" is Number One at the Box Office
"Wan Deuk Yi" has been number one at the box office since it first came out two weeks ago. According the Film Council’s statistics, "Wan Deuk Yi" has maintained the number a viewer rate of 29.1%, with "Real Steal" following at a close 28.3%. In third place comes Han Hyo Joo and So Ji Seob’s "Only You", with 17.3%.
MBLAQ’s Lee Joon Withdraws from SBS Drama "Fly Again"
MBLAQ’s Lee Joon will no longer be taking part in the upcoming SBS drama “Fly Again.” Recent reports say the role of airplane navigator Kang Dong Soo will now be played by Lee Chun Hee. MBLAQ’s management agency, J.Tune Camp said Lee Joon is withdrawing from the drama as the schedule conflicts with his commitments with the group.
Kim Soo Hyun Attends "Tokyo International Drama Festival Awards" for "Dream High"
Actor Kim Soo Hyun is gaining attention for receiving an award for the KBS drama “Dream High” at the “Tokyo International Drama Festival Awards.” The “Tokyo International Drama Festival Awards” is a chance for many dramas overseas to receive recognition on Japan television by being presented with an award, which demonstrates that a drama is capable of receiving positive reception.
Super Junior’s Kyu Hyun Admits to Double Eyelid Surgery
Super Junior member Kyu Hyun made an appearance on the Oct. 26 broadcast of MBC “Golden Fishery – Radio Star”, along with other luxury vocalists, Sung Si Kyung, Kim Gun Mo, Kim Jo Han, and Seo In Young. Through this episode, the artists were not only able to give sensible performances, but also prove their tactfulness by providing witty remarks.
Lee Seung Ki: "Kang Ho Dong’s Empty Spot Will Never Be Replaced"
Lee Seung Ki finally opened up about Kang Ho Dong who has retired from TV. During the press release for Lee Seung Ki’s 5th album he was asked the question, “What do you think about people saying that you have filled in Kang Ho Dong’s empty spot well?” Lee Seung Ki replied, “Kang Ho Dong will never be replaced. I don’t even try to fill in his empty seat. While doing variety shows with Kang Ho Dong, I always thought to myself that I had met a great senior. Looking over his shoulder I learned a lot, and throughout the years I learned the variety show mindset. Instead of focusing on trying to fill in his shoes, I am going to focus on trying to do variety shows with my own style.”
SNSD’s Jessica Was Called a "Devil" in Japan?
SNSD’s Jessica spoke about her “devil” nickname for the final talk battle between her and Kim Ji Sook on SBS “Strong Heart.” The first part of the talk battle was broadcast on October 25. For the final round of the episode, actress Kim Ji Sook was up against SNSD’s Jessica. Lee Seung Ki mentioned that both of the guests had the “devil nickname.” Kim Ji Sook denied this saying that she is only a devil on TV, and not outside.
Jang Geun Suk, Loved by "You’re My Pet" Staff
Jang Geun Suk revealed the secret to how he changed from “You’re My Pet” to “Film Staff Pet.” Just like his character in the film as the dominatrix Kim Hae Neul’s pet in the movie who shows all kinds of cuteness, Jang Geun Suk was apparently the catalyst for positive energy for the staff.
Park Min Young Shows Off 80’s Disco Dance for "Glorious Jane"
Park Min Young will show off her disco dance moves for the episode of “Glorious Jane” that will be broadcast on October 26. Park Min Young will show off her signature cute charms while she dances with smiles. As one can see in the picture, Park Min Young is wearing a high school uniform and her hair has been braided. It is being said that her dance really warmed up the filming set of “Glorious Jane.”
"Dream High 2" Cast to Be Made Up of Trainees
The success of "Dream High" definitely has many fans of the hit drama on their toes in anticipation for the second season, but producers seem to be taking the drama in a new direction, as they’ve revealed on October 26 that the new cast will be picked from current trainees!