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TV producer Na, actress Jung to sue over affair rumors

Na Young-seok, the producer of “Grandpas over Flowers,” a TV entertainment show remade in the US as “Better Late Than Never,” said he would sue the people behind rumors he was having an affair with actress Jung Yu-mi. Jung was in the cast of one of Na’s more recent series, “Youn’s Kitchen.” The show was a hit, and a pioneering work that took Korean celebrities overseas to Gili Trawangan Island in Indonesia in season one and a beachside Spanish town of Garachico in season two for them to start ov

Oct 18, 2018

Korean TV stars pose with English newspaper

Proficiency in the English language adds to a person’s charm, it seems, as Korean celebrities update their social media feeds with The Korea Herald, the nation’s No. 1 English news daily, as props in their photo shoot or as inflight reading materials.1. Yang Se-hyeongYang Se-hyeong is the latest to join the trend with The Korea Herald. On Tuesday, Yang updated his Instagram with a series of black-and-white photos dressed in a smart suit. In one of the shots, Yang holds up The Korea Herald paper,

Oct 15, 2018

‘Mr. Sunshine’ Lee Byung-hun wins top prize at APAN Star Awards

Actor Lee Byung-hun who starred in hit TV series “Mr. Sunshine” won big at this year’s APAN Star Awards, bringing home the grand prize.Despite the category being one of the most hotly contested, the veteran actor managed to fend off competition from the likes of Kim Nam-joo from “Misty” and Jeon Seung-woo from “Life,” adding yet another award to his glittering career.During his acceptance speech, Lee said many staff and actors worked together for “Mr. Sunshine” and that he had a lot of people to

Oct 11, 2018

Politicians show ‘softer side’ on reality shows, paving way for comeback

When thinking of politicians on the small screen, images of fiery verbal showdowns in black suits come immediately to mind. But imagine a man with uncombed hair who has just woken up. In his pajamas, vacant-mindedly making breakfast for his wife.Former Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon, returning from a seven-year hiatus from the public eye, stars on TV Chosun reality show “Flavor of Wife.” He and his wife are special guests of the show for October.  Screenshot of former Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon with his wif

Oct 6, 2018

Spouses seek ‘Best Divorce,’ end up learning what love is

Two couples learn the true meaning of love by going through a divorce in KBS2’s upcoming rom-com drama series “The Best Divorce.”The Monday-Tuesday series is an adaptation of a popular Japanese drama that made a splash on Fuji TV in 2013. In it, two more or less average couples start divorce proceedings just because they can’t get along.  Actors Cha Tae-hyun and Bae Doo-na pose for photos at a media event held Friday at Times Square, a shopping center in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul. (Yonhap)“The drama i

Oct 6, 2018

Goo Ha-ra’s ex faces outrage over revenge porn allegation

Goo Ha-ra’s ex-boyfriend is facing public outrage in the wake of a revelation that he allegedly threatened the singer with revenge porn.In a shocking turn of events, Dispatch released a report Thursday that claimed the singer’s ex-boyfriend surnamed Choi had threatened to release video footage of the two engaging in sexual intercourse. The case had initially centered on assault allegations involving Goo and her ex. Police were reportedly considering charges of bodily harm against Goo on Wednesda

Oct 5, 2018

‘Goo Ha-ra being blackmailed with revenge porn’

Singer Goo Ha-ra has reportedly been sent threats of the release of revenge porn from an ex-boyfriend, according to a new bombshell report. Local media outlet Dispatch on Thursday revealed screenshots of Goo’s KakaoTalk conversations with the man, which shows him threatening the singer with a short clip identified as a sex video. The 30-second-long clip with no thumbnail is alleged by Dispatch to be video footage of the two engaged in sexual intercourse, filmed by Goo’s boyfriend. (Goo Ha-ra's I

Oct 4, 2018

Police mull bodily harm charges against Goo Ha-ra

Police are reportedly considering bodily harm charges against singer Goo Ha-ra over an alleged assault on her beau during a late-night row at her apartment last month.Several media outlets, including Edaily, reported that the Gangnam Police Station might bring criminal charges against the troubled singer.If she faces bodily harm charges, which are of a more serious nature than assault charges in Korean law, Goo will be investigated by the prosecution and still face criminal penalties even if the

Oct 2, 2018

Seo Hyun-jin on way to find ‘Beauty Inside’ herself

Drama version tries to keep film’s ‘warm sensibility and detailed touches’

Oct 2, 2018

[Trending] Masked rapper ‘Mommy Son’ creates buzz on Korean hip-hop scene

A rapper in a pink mask has created a buzz on social media after debuting on Mnet’s rap competition show “Show Me the Money 777.” The first episode of the program featured the story of the masked rapper, “Mommy Son,” who refused to take off his pink mask until the end of the competition to hide his identity. (Mnet)“I feel my confidence get a boost when I wear the mask,” Mommy Son said when asked why he chooses to perform in disguise. “There are some weird sides to me. When I put this mask on, I

Sep 28, 2018

So Ji-sub returns with ‘My Secret Terrius’

So ji-sub is returning to the small screen with upcoming MBC romantic comedy series “My Secret Terrius.”The Wednesday-Thursday series that begins with a special two-hour pilot episode this week was filmed in part in Poland, and will feature a number of historic spots including Warsaw Old Town.So, who has returned after 2 1/2 years’ hiatus, said during a showcase, “I’m a little nervous. I will watch from home tonight feeling nervous.” (MBC)“I chose the show because I thought it would be a fun sho

Sep 28, 2018

‘2 Days & 1 Night’ receives Presidential Citation for promoting tourism

KBS2’s “2 Days & 1 Night” has been awarded a Presidential Citation for promoting domestic tourism. In light of the 45th World Tourism Day, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism awarded 24 figures for contributing to the local tourism industry.  From left: Singer Jung Joon-young, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Do Jong-hwan and TV personality Kim Jong-min pose for photos at the World Tourism Day ceremony held at the National Museum of Korea in central Seoul on Thursday. (Yonhap)Whil

Sep 27, 2018

BTS talks about UN speech, next goal on Jimmy Fallon’s ‘Tonight Show’

After impressing the world with its heartfelt speech at the UN, BTS made a stop at Jimmy Fallon’s “Tonight Show,” one of the most popular and longest-running nighttime talk shows in the US, to talk about its recent feat and next goal. The show’s highly-anticipated episode, aired on Tuesday night in US time, kicked off with BTS members, clad in flamboyant outfits, introducing themselves. RM introduced himself as a translator for the group, while Jin and J-Hope drew out cheers from crowd by callin

Sep 27, 2018

K-pop stars flaunt athletic agility in ‘Idol Star Athletics Championships’

MBC’s annual “Idol Star Athletics Championships -- Chuseok Special” aired its first episode on Tuesday with many K-pop stars showcasing impressive athletic performances.On the first day of the sports event, K-pop stars competed in various sports categories: jokgu, archery, bowling, rhythmic gymnastics and track and field. Key events included the semi-final rounds in bowling and archery, final rounds in jokgu and rhythmic gymnastics.  (Screen-captured from MBC’s “Idol Star Atheltcis Championships