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MCND Shares How UP10TION’s Lee Jin Hyuk Helped Them Prepare For Comeback With “Crush”

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  In a recent interview, MCND expressed their gratitude to   UP10TION ’s   Lee Jin Hyuk   for his support behind the scenes! The rookie boy group made their highly-anticipated return with their second mini album “MCND AGE” earlier this week, and they sat down for an interview with Korean news outlet OSEN to share their thoughts on the comeback. The MCND members spoke confidently about their new music and performances, remarking, “We’ve improved in terms of our dancing skills and our ability to pull off choreography. I think we’re now able to be a bit more relaxed on stage and really enjoy performing. I also think our new title track ‘Crush‘ has more of a hip hop vibe and a luxurious feel [compared to our previous releases].” The idols also talked about the support and encouragement they receive from their various TOP Media labelmates, including UP10TION’s  Kim Woo Seok  and Lee Jin Hyuk, both of whom are also scheduled to make comebacks in th...

Hwang In Yeob Wows With His Sweet Serenade In “True Beauty”

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  Hwang In Yeob  will be showing off his singing skills in the upcoming episode of “ True Beauty ”! The tvN drama is a romantic comedy based on a hit webtoon. Lim Ju Gyeong (  Moon Ga Young ) is a high school student who uses makeup to hide her bare face and overcome her insecurities about her looks. Entering into her life is Lee Su Ho ( ASTRO ‘s  Cha Eun Woo ), a popular student with his own emotional wounds. Together, they learn how to grow through life’s challenges through love. As the story progresses, the love triangle between Lim Ju Gyeong, Lee Su Ho, and Han Seo Jun (Hwang In Yeob) is getting more and more complicated. Viewers are eager to find out what other sweet moments will be in store for them. On January 4, the drama shared new stills of Hwang In Yeob on stage. He is standing in front of a microphone stand with a guitar. His expression is charismatic yet gentle, and the stage lights enhance his handsome features. He seems determined to put...

Lee Joon Gi Talks About Selecting His Next Project And More

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  Lee Joon Gi  has graced 2021’s first cover of Chinese fashion magazine, “WAVES 漫潮.” The January issue’s pictorial of Lee Joon Gi highlighted the diverse sides of his character. His deep stares and shifts in expression add to the depth of his mystical and chic persona. In 2020, Lee Joon Gi returned to the drama scene after a two-year hiatus. He delivered a hair-raising performance with his dual role in “ Flower of Evil .” In the interview, he opened up about his thoughts on his next project. He stated, “I am carefully going through many possible options. I am contemplating how I can show a new side of myself in my next piece.” Lee Joon Gi also shared that the most important element of being an actor is “people,” explaining that one of the biggest merits of being an actor is being able to heal others. He added, “That’s when I feel most rewarded and accomplished. I will work to become an actor that does not miss even the smallest of things.” Check out Lee Jo...

Ku Hye Sun Hints At Possible Relationship + Shares Story Behind Viral “Boys Over Flowers” Meme

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  Ku Hye Sun  recently appeared on KakaoTV’s reality show “Face ID”! In the January 4 episode of the show, Ku Hye Sun called her assistant director to discuss some details regarding an upcoming film. During the call, the assistant director jokingly asked if she was having difficulties with her love life before asking, “How has that person been lately? Have you contacted him recently?” Ku Hye Sun laughed as she indignantly replied that she hadn’t seen the aforementioned person in a month. She continued, “I don’t like men who hang onto me. I really don’t like clingy men.” She went on to reveal that they first met three months ago and that they only meet up once a month. She also brought up that she has recently been writing down names of people who she wants to invite to her wedding, saying, “I haven’t had a wedding ceremony before, so next time I definitely want to have one. I really want to invite the people I like.” She added with a laugh, “I’ve made a lis...

Kim Soo Hyun Turns Down Role In Thriller Drama

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  On January 4,  Kim Soo Hyun ’s agency Gold Medalist Entertainment confirmed that the actor will not be joining the cast of upcoming Netflix original series “Finger” (working title). “Finger” was one of the casting offers he had received, as confirmed by his agency last November. He had reportedly been in talks to star as the main character, a famous interior designer that is also a sociopathic murderer. “Finger” will be directed by Jung Ji Woo, who has worked on films including “Tune in for Love,” “Heart Blackened,” and “Eungyo.” Gold Medalist Entertainment shared, “[Kim Soo Hyun] is currently reviewing several offers as his next project.” What kind of role do you wish to see him take on? Maybe a producer, like he was in “ THE Producers ” below… WATCH NOW …or an alien, like he was in “ My Love From the Star ” here? WATCH NOW Source ( 1 )

Rain Opens Up About How Park Jin Young Footed His Sick Mother’s Hospital Bills Before She Passed Away

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  On the latest episode of SBS’s “My Ugly Duckling,”  Rain  reflected on the the most fateful moments of his life thus far. The singer appeared as a special MC on the January 3 broadcast of the reality show, where host  Shin Dong Yup  asked him to name what he considered the three most life-changing opportunities he had received. Rain responded by immediately bringing up his mentor  Park Jin Young , who discovered Rain 20 years ago and debuted him as JYP Entertainment’s first new male artist in 2002. (Although he made his solo debut with the stage name Rain under Park Jin Young’s wing in 2002, Rain first debuted under a different agency as a member of the boy group Fanclub in 1998. The group, which was not well-known to the public, disbanded within just two years.) “The first [big] opportunity of my life was meeting [Park] Jin Young,” said Rain. “I think everyone knows this, but my family experienced a lot of hardship. Back in about 1997 or 1998, I did...

Breaking: Hyun Bin And Son Ye Jin Confirmed To Be Dating

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  Updated January 1 KST: It’s official: both  Hyun Bin  and  Son Ye Jin  have confirmed that they’re in a relationship! On January 1, Hyun Bin’s agency VAST Entertainment stated, “Actors Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin met through their projects, and after the end of their drama, their positive feelings towards one another developed into a romantic relationship.” The agency added, “We ask that you look warmly upon their relationship and cheer them on in the future.” Son Ye Jin’s agency MS Team Entertainment similarly confirmed, “The two of them got to know each other through their acting projects, and after the end of their drama, they developed an interest in each other and ended up dating.” Congratulations to the happy couple! Source ( 1 ) Updated January 1 KST: Hyun Bin’s agency VAST Entertainment has responded to the report of his relationship with Son Ye Jin by commenting, “We are currently in the process of checking with Hyun Bin himself. After checking, we w...

Watch: Won Jin Ah And SF9’s Rowoon Work Together To Achieve The Perfect Kiss During Drama Poster Shoot

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  Won Jin Ah  and  SF9 ’s  Rowoon  star in a new making-of video for their upcoming drama “She Would Never Know”! An adaptation of a popular web novel, JTBC’s “She Would Never Know” will tell the love story of the perfectionist Yoon Song Ah (Won Jin Ah) and her dashing younger colleague Chae Hyun Seung (Rowoon), who works with her on the marketing team for a cosmetics brand. In a new behind-the-scenes video for their poster shoot, the pair is first given directions on a romantic shot where they embrace while on a city crosswalk. They stare into each other’s eyes and share a kiss. As they check out the photos afterward, the writer tells Rowoon, “One of the romantic points is the way you bend over.” Rowoon says in surprise, “Oh, I see. So that’s how it feels.” The pair goes on to shoot more versions of their embrace and kiss, ensuring that they’ll have a perfect shot for the poster. When they look at the results again, Won Jin Ah says...

Kim Rae Won Gives Glimpse Of Intriguing Character In Posters For Upcoming tvN Drama

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  The tvN drama “L.U.C.A.” has shared its first posters! Kim Rae Won  is making his return to the world of dramas through “L.U.C.A.”, three years after starring in “ Black Knight .” In “L.U.C.A.”, Kim Rae Won plays Ji Oh, who becomes chased because of his special skills, while  Lee Da Hee  takes the role of violent crimes detective Gu Reum, who is the only one who remembers him. The look in Kim Rae Won’s eyes is captivating in the first poster for the show. Ji Oh was thrust out into the world on his own, and the poster conveys his feelings of loneliness as well as the secretive air that surrounds him. The image reads, “Spectacle pursuit action.” Another poster shows Ji Oh facing off with unidentified figures, giving a hint at the action scenes in the drama. The poster says, “The beginning of action that goes beyond the limits.” The two posters leave drama fans wondering just what skills Ji Oh possesses and what his secret might...

Yoo In Na Confirmed To Join BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, Jung Hae In, And Kim Hye Yoon In New Drama By “SKY Castle” Creators

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  It’s official:  Yoo In Na  will be starring in JTBC’s upcoming drama “Snowdrop” (working title)! On December 28, it was confirmed that the actress would be playing a leading role in the new drama, which will be helmed by the director and writer of JTBC’s smash hit “ SKY Castle .”  BLACKPINK ’s  Jisoo ,  Jung Hae In ,  Kim Hye Yoon ,  Jang Seung Jo ,  Yoon Se Ah , and Jung Yoo Jin have all previously been confirmed for roles in the drama. Set in 1987, “Snowdrop” will tell the love story of Soo Ho, a student at a prestigious university who suddenly rushes into a female dorm one day covered in blood (played by Jung Hae In), and Young Cho, the college student who hides him and takes care of his wounds even while facing danger under close surveillance (played by Jisoo). Yoo In Na will be starring as Kang Chung Ya, a beautiful and talented surgeon at a state-run hospital who can charm anyone in a split second. Although her skills in the...

BTS’ Suga Shares Update On Surgery Recovery And Talks About Big Hit Labels Concert

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  BTS ’  Suga  held a V Live broadcast on December 28 where he talked about the rehabilitation process after his shoulder surgery in November. Updating fans on his current condition, he shared, “I can’t raise my arm to 90 degrees yet. It feels like it’s not my arm, like it’s the arm of an infant. Since it doesn’t move well it does hurt a bit.” He also said, “I heard it will take about six months [to recover].” Suga went on to explain more about his recovery process. He said, “I’m continuing to receive rehabilitation treatment. I’m doing various exercises that are within my range of motion. Although it’s getting better, it’s a slow process. As a result, I feel somewhat impatient, but I’m making consistent progress. Since I’m not attending a clinic that forces me to increase my range of motion, I’m only using my shoulder within the range that I can use.” He then shared his thoughts on whether or not he will be able...