Star filmmaker Kim Ki-duk has been invited to Venice International Film Festival this year, Korean film distributor FINECUT said. His movie “One on One” will be screening as the opening film of the Giornate degli Autori Venice Days, an independent, subsidiary film festival supported by Italian filmmakers and producers. A total of 12 films are invited annually. This is Kim’s third year in a row being invited to Venice.  "One on One"The 54-year-old won the Golden Lion Award for his film “Pieta” in

Lee Hyori showed her morning coffee time on her blog over the weekend. Posting several pictures of her husband Lee Sang-soon brewing coffee, the hallyu star shared a glimpse of how the couple starts the day with coffee. Lee also posted pictures of her waiting for coffee with no make-up. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Actress Shin Min-ah showed off an elegant summer look in a recent photo shoot.  (JOINUS)In photos for women’s wardrobe brand JOINUS, Shin took on a ready-for-summer chic holiday look.  (JOINUS)(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Korean pop diva Lee Hyori started blogging earlier this week, revealing her daily life in Jejudo Island.  (Lee Hyori's blog)Posting pictures of herself and her husband Lee Sang-soon, Lee shared part of her life with fans. So far it has ranged from seashore strolling and honeymoon photos to her vegetarian breakfast menu along with its recipe. (Lee Hyori's blog)“At one point, I started to feel like Twitter is not enough. I may be sort of poor at blogging for now but please visit and take a look,”

Actress Go Eun-ah boasted a sexy look in a photo shoot for Esquire magazine.  (Esquire)In the interview, she mentioned her upcoming film “Sketch” and rumors about her and her brother, MBLAQ member Mir. Full photos and then interview are available in the magazine’s July issue or at imagazinekorea.com.(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Ki Sung-yeung, a member of the South Korean national soccer team, is embroiled in controversy after using the wrong hand in a ceremonial salute at the start of a friendly match on Wednesday.  (OSEN)In the World Cup send-off match against Tunisia in Seoul, Ki put his left hand over the right side of his chest during the national anthem. Under the Korean flag act, Koreans not in uniform are asked to put their right hand over the left side of the chest and look at the national flag during the anthe

Rumors of romance are spreading after a netizen spotted actress Song Hye-kyo and actor Kang Dong-won together in Paris, France.  (Online capture)A picture of Song and Kang was posted online last week by an unnamed Chinese tourist. While both were only showing their backs, many fans recognized them. Their striped knitwear raised suspicions that they are taking a couple trip. Their agencies, however, denied the rumors, claiming that both were working on photo shoots. Several staffers accompanied t

Korean hip-hop singer Gary will hold a fan meeting in Hong Kong next month, sources said Wednesday.  (OSEN)The event is scheduled for June 8 at shopping center Tseung Kwan O in the city.Meanwhile, fan meeting requests are pouring in from other regions, his management agency said. Gary has recently released a single, titled “Your Scent,” with Jung-in. He currently appears on SBS entertainment show “Running Man.” (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Actress Kim So-eun shows off innocent urban looks in magazine URBANLIKE.  (URBANLIKE)Her light makeup and simple-colored wardrobes create an air of innocence. (URBANLIKE)More of Kim’s photos and a full interview are available in the magazine’s June issue.  (URBANLIKE)Meanwhile, her upcoming horror movie, ”The Girl’s Grave,“ will be released in the summer. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

EXO-K and other hallyu idol groups will take part in a TV program to root for the national soccer team in the World Cup that will open next month in Brazil, broadcaster MBC said Tuesday.  (Yonhap)MBC is planning to air live the “2014 World Cup Support Show: Let’s Go to Brazil” on Wednesday to cheer on the Korean soccer team for the last warm-up match. Along with EXO-K, K-pop celebrities including Crayon Pop, Girl’s Day, APink, Ailee and Lena Park, will also join the show to cheer the team on wit

 Actress Son Ye-jin has taken on a new, modern look for magazine Traveller.  (Traveller)The photo shoots, taken in Istanbul, Turkey, highlight Son’s chic elegance, the magazine said. More photos and a full interview are available in Traveller’s June issue. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Korean heartthrob Kim Soo-hyun will appear in a Chinese ad with actress Tang Wei, Chinese news outlets reported Monday.  (OSEN)Kim will appear in an ad for Chinese health supplement company Nature’s Bounty. Tang Wei has already been working on the same ad. For the first shoot scheduled next month, Kim will not be joining Tang, Kim’s agency said.Both, however, are expected to hold promotion events together soon. The exact plans have not been determined, the agency added. Meanwhile, Kim has return

Pictures showing JYJ Kim Jae-joong’s free fashion style in drama “Triangle” have been released. (MBC)Kim acts as one of the three separated brothers who later reunite with each other. The drama airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 p.m.(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Skimpy outfits instantly work for celebrities to catch the public eye. But some top stars are opting for long, simple dresses, a look that is not only endearing to fans but also gives them elegant appearance. (Yonhap)At a SK Telecom promotion event last week, hallyu star Jun Ji-hyun boasted an elegant look with a long, black dress. While her long dress seemed like a medium-long one due to her tall height, Jun captivated her fans without much exposure. (Yonhap)Actress Kim Min-hee also showed up w

Photos from Korean actress Park Shin-hye’s Bazaar magazine shoot were unveiled Monday. (BAZAAR)She shows off the “Park Shin-hye bag,” which she designed with Italian brand Bruno Magli. Park selected a bag design that could be carried by both men and women, she said in an interview with the magazine. The photos and full interview are available in Bazaar Korea’s June issue. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Korean movie “Dohee-ya (A Girl at My Door)” will be released in France amid growing interest in Cannes, officials said Friday. French film company Epicentre will distribute the movie no later than this year, the company said. It will be provided to about 60 movie theaters in the country, it added. (OSEN)Dohee-ya has been invited to the Cannes Film Festival as part of the non-competitive section, and been highly praised by film critics. The movie, starring Bae Doo-na and 15-year-old Kim Sae-ron,

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(Kellogg)Korean singer Son Dam-bi takes part in a photo shoot for Kellogg’s Special K promotion. The new advertisement will be available next month.(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Korean actress Jeon Do-yeon’s detailed fashion style is alluring fans during the Cannes Film Festival in France. (AP-Yonhap)Jeon, the first-ever Korean jury member of the world‘s prestigious film event, showed off a heart-shaped bracelet Tuesday.The simply designed accessory with a red line is said to be a Cartier product that costs about 700,000 won ($680). (Newsen capture)Its sophisticated design added to the urban style of her short yellow dress and matching red manicure. The bracelet is one

The whereabouts of EXO-M leader Kris are uncertain amid no signs of immediate compromise with his entertainment agency over a legal battle surrounding his contract nullification.(Yonhap)Kris filed a lawsuit on May 15 against S.M. Entertainment to nullify his contract and has not returned to Seoul following a showcase in China. Some news outlets reported speculations that Kris is currently staying in Guangzhou, China. According Chinese news site Sina.com, Kris recently visited a hospital in Guang