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  • Soprano Jung Chan-hee Says She Won’t Perform at Jeon Han-gil Concert
    Soprano Jung Chan-hee Says She Won’t Perform at Jeon Han-gil Concert Soprano Jung Chan-hee said she will not appear at a concert hosted by Jeon Han-gil, a hard-line conservative YouTuber who previously worked as a Korean history instructor. Jung wrote on social media on the 22nd, “I had decided not to appear in this performance and hadn’t said anything separately, but I’m posting this because so many people have contacted me. I will not appear in this performance.” She said she had verbally been asked to perform at a March 1 music concert and agreed, but learned about the poster only after an acquaintance sent it to her two days earlier. “I contacted them and decided not to appear,” she added. Jung said she initially thought no explanation was needed because she had already decided not to participate, but chose to clarify after hearing from many supporters. Earlier, Tae Jin-ah’s agency, Jina Entertainment, also issued a statement the same day saying he would not perform. The agency said it had only received an inquiry describing it as a general event, not a political one. It said an event official visited days earlier and asked whether Tae could appear at an event at 2 p.m. March 2 at KINTEX, and the agency replied that his schedule was available. The agency said it asked whether it was related to politics given the upcoming local elections, but was told it was “just a general event at KINTEX.” The agency added, “Tae Jin-ah has never accepted countless invitations from the political world, and he has absolutely no intention of appearing at political events in the future.” * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-23 09:42:15
  • BLACKPINK tops 100 million YouTube subscribers, thanks fans
    BLACKPINK tops 100 million YouTube subscribers, thanks fans Girl group BLACKPINK has shared its reaction after becoming the first artist worldwide to surpass 100 million YouTube subscribers. On the afternoon of the 20th, BLACKPINK crossed the 100 million mark and received YouTube’s “Red Diamond Button” to certify the milestone. The members thanked fans in a video posted that afternoon. Jennie said, “I want to once again thank everyone who always takes interest in our music and loves us,” adding, “I’m especially happy we could make this record together with BLINK,” the group’s fandom. Rosé said the achievement “means even more,” adding that she had heard BLACKPINK was the first official artist channel to reach 100 million subscribers on YouTube. Lisa thanked YouTube “for creating a space where we can always communicate with fans around the world,” and added, “Most of all, thank you so much to BLINK for being with us every moment, watching and listening to our music, and growing with us. We couldn’t have come this far without you.” BLACKPINK is also set to release its third mini album, “DEADLINE,” on the 27th. The release will be the group’s first album in three years and five months since its second full-length album in September 2022. Jisoo said, “We worked hard for a long time and put a lot of care into preparing our third mini album, ‘DEADLINE,’ so please give it lots of love.” * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-21 20:42:15
  • Actor Koo Sung-hwan mourns death of pet dog Flowerbun, featured on I Live Alone
    Actor Koo Sung-hwan mourns death of pet dog Flowerbun, featured on 'I Live Alone' Actor Koo Sung-hwan's dog Flowerbun, who drew attention after appearing on MBC's "I Live Alone," has died. Koo wrote on social media on the 21st that he had rewritten and deleted the post many times, saying he still did not want to accept it. He said Flowerbun, whom he called his "daughter," "younger sister" and "partner," died on the 14th. "Flowerbun received so much love, and I wanted to say thank you for all the love she was given in this life," he wrote, adding that he regretted not feeding her more good food or taking her on more walks. "Flowerbun, you were so kind and affectionate. Thank you, I'm sorry, and I love you so, so much," he wrote. "Let's meet again someday. Over there, eat lots of tasty food, run around with your friends and be happy." He also thanked people for loving Flowerbun and said he would pull himself together and return in good health. After the news, Koo's close friend Lee Joo-seung wrote, "My little friend, rest easy," and Code Kunst posted, "I love you, Flowerbun." Flowerbun appeared on "I Live Alone" in May 2024 and became popular.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-21 19:33:14
  • Actress Jeon Won-ju Says Her Sons May Be Eyeing Her Assets
    Actress Jeon Won-ju Says Her Sons May Be Eyeing Her Assets Actress Jeon Won-ju said she feels her children may be coveting her property. A video titled “Jeon Won-ju visits a romance-focused fortune-telling shop as its first customer” was posted on the YouTube channel “Younggu TV” on the 20th. In the video, a shaman told Jeon that things would go well for her in 2026, adding that she had “made it through a major hurdle” and warning her to go to the hospital if she has headaches. The shaman also said Jeon should be especially careful about her health in 2027 and 2028, and advised her to sort out and organize her assets. Jeon said, “My children are after my property. I have two sons, and I don’t know why they keep asking me for my seal stamp,” adding that she has recently felt she should stop being someone who trembles and instead become someone who spends freely. Comedian Shim Hyung-rae responded that he was not telling her to spend unconditionally, but to use her money for herself. Jeon replied, “Now I’m going to spend a little,” emphasizing her point.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-21 18:09:15
  • Comedian Kim Ji-min Says She Injured Her Face in a Fall
    Comedian Kim Ji-min Says She Injured Her Face in a Fall Comedian Kim Ji-min said she was injured in a fall. Kim wrote on social media on Tuesday that she fell and hit her face while getting out after taking a half-body bath 10 days earlier, posting photos along with the message. “The bruising has gone down, but maybe my cheek muscle is knotted — a strange spot sinks in like a dimple,” she wrote, asking if anyone knew how it should be treated. Online commenters responded with messages such as “Hope you get well soon” and “Go to the hospital quickly.” Kim married comedian Kim Jun-ho in July last year. The couple has been reported to be preparing to have a child.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-19 09:39:00
  • Opera Singer Lim Hyung-joo Calls His Award Certificates His Wife, Girlfriend and Child
    Opera Singer Lim Hyung-joo Calls His Award Certificates His 'Wife, Girlfriend and Child' Opera singer Lim Hyung-joo said he thinks of the award certificates he has received as his wife, girlfriend and child. Lim appeared on TV Chosun’s “Dad and Me,” which aired on Feb. 18. On the show, he opened his “certificate room” and said, “I call certificates babies,” adding, “To me, certificates are a girlfriend, a wife and a child.” Host Jun Hyun-moo sighed and joked, “You’ll never get married.” When Lim said being in the room brings him mental calm, Jun teased, “You’ve got a lot of girlfriends.” Lim said he wants to collect 100 certificates but has 77 so far. He added that his mother does not like them much and has said she wants to get rid of the certificate room, which is why it is located next to the garage. * This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-19 08:39:00
  • I Am Solo Season 30s Youngja Says She Lost a Years Salary in Stocks
    'I Am Solo' Season 30's Youngja Says She Lost a Year's Salary in Stocks 'I Am Solo' Season 30 cast member Youngja has drawn attention. In the Feb. 18 broadcast of ENA and SBS Plus' 'I Am Solo,' Youngja chose Youngsik for a date. Youngja said she believes even being scammed in a jeonse deposit scheme would be her fate, adding that she also lost a year's salary in stocks. She said people around her told her it must be painful, but she did not mind because it was money she would not have had anyway if she had started her job a year later. Youngja also said she usually carries only an eco bag, adding that she sees a bag as something for storage, not for show. She said she often carries shopping bags and plastic bags as long as they are sturdy.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-19 07:15:00
  • Gree Denies Military Law Violation Claim Over Radio Star Appearance
    Gree Denies Military Law Violation Claim Over 'Radio Star' Appearance Broadcaster Kim Gura’s son, Gree, has addressed criticism over his appearance on the TV show “Radio Star.” A video titled “Certain Victory! Gree says hello after a long time (+Jo Young-gu update) [Kim Gura Economic Research Institute EP.85 - Gree episode” was posted Friday on the YouTube channel “Greegura.” In the video, Kim said there had been controversy because Gree appeared on “Radio Star” shortly after being discharged. “He was discharged at 9 and passed through the gate, and we thought he was a civilian,” Kim said. “But under Defense Ministry regulations, until 12 that day he was still considered a service member, even though he was also a civilian.” Gree said that is why service members can still face a military trial if they cause trouble on the day they are discharged. He said the rule is meant to keep recently discharged troops from thinking they are completely free and then drinking heavily or getting into accidents. He said he did not violate rules barring service members from engaging in for-profit activities because “Radio Star” was filmed with prior approval. “I think the controversy happened because some people didn’t know that,” he said. Gree also addressed claims he got on the show because of his father. “Of course it’s true it was easier because my father is an MC,” he said. “But the production team wanted that kind of setup, so they invited me.” Kim said the misunderstanding was easy but stressed there was no behind-the-scenes arrangement. “ ‘Radio Star’ isn’t a program where you take a number and wait,” he said. “I found out about Dong-hyun’s filming later, and there was no prior coordination.” Gree said he was contacted about the appearance during his first month as a sergeant, noting that sergeants now serve four months. He said he decided to appear after being told it would be good for his first broadcast to be on “Radio Star.” Gree enlisted voluntarily in the Marine Corps in July 2024 and was discharged on 2026년 1월 28일. He drew criticism after appearing on “Radio Star” about four hours after reporting his discharge. Some online commenters argued that under Civil Act Article 159, a discharged soldier becomes a civilian starting the next day — meaning he would still be considered a service member on the day of discharge — and questioned whether the appearance violated rules against service members’ for-profit activities. The Marine Corps previously told multiple media outlets that the appearance was approved by the unit under Defense public relations guidelines.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-14 20:36:00
  • Comedian Kim Ji-seon Says She Moved to a First-Floor Home Over Noise Complaints
    Comedian Kim Ji-seon Says She Moved to a First-Floor Home Over Noise Complaints Broadcaster Kim Ji-seon said she once moved to a first-floor home after repeated complaints about noise between floors. A video titled "What did Sunwoo Yong-yeo say to Kim Ji-seon after she moved to a new home?" was posted Feb. 13 on the YouTube channel "Eom Sso." In the video, Kim called Sunwoo. After seeing the living room, Sunwoo asked, "Why do you have so many refrigerators?" Kim replied, "I have four kids, so I have four refrigerators," drawing laughs. Kim also told Sunwoo she would invite her over later, adding, "I can’t move anymore. It’s too hard." Sunwoo responded, "Then moving is over now. I’m going to die in this house, too," prompting more laughter. Kim introduced a sofa with a trampoline function that she said she bought for her children. "If the kids don’t use up all their energy, they find a way to burn it off at home and then sleep," she said, adding that many mothers often say, "Don’t run — you’ll bother the downstairs neighbors." Kim said that while raising her children, downstairs neighbors came to complain about noise, and she ended up moving to a first-floor unit. She said she was told, "If you were going to have four kids, you should have moved to the first floor. How could you come to a high floor?" She said her family turned off the lights at 9 p.m. no matter what, but complaints still came in saying the kids were running at 2 a.m. "I was so stressed back then," she said. "Now they’ve all grown up, so there aren’t any kids running around." In October, another video featuring Kim was posted on the YouTube channel "Soonpoong Sunwoo Yong-yeo" under the title "First reveal of Kim Ji-seon’s luxury home with a wide-open view of the Han River." From the terrace, Kim said, "What’s so great about this place is the million-dollar view — it’s like a hotel." She added, "When the air is good, you can see the mountain ridges all the way out." She also said she would be moving after a month because the contract was finalized, adding that the home was a jeonse lease. Kim won the grand prize at the 1990 KBS Comedy Talent Contest. She married a non-celebrity in 2023 and has three sons and one daughter. Her second son is active as a rapper under the name Siba.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-14 19:15:00
  • ‘Life of Pi’ Adds Feb. 16 Show After Last-Minute Cancellation Over Lighting Issue
    ‘Life of Pi’ Adds Feb. 16 Show After Last-Minute Cancellation Over Lighting Issue The producers of the play “Life of Pi,” which was canceled five minutes before curtain due to a lighting technical problem, said they will stage an additional performance on Feb. 16. According to the theater industry on Tuesday, the show scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday at the GS Arts Center in Seoul was called off shortly before it was to begin. Park Jung Min, Hwang Man Ik, Joo A and Jin Sang Hyun were set to appear. Some audience members reportedly protested after the late notice. The production company said a sudden technical issue affected some lighting equipment. It said it attempted repairs but concluded the performance could not proceed. “The lighting equipment did not operate, and we decided to cancel with safety in mind,” it said. The company said inspections through Tuesday morning resolved the issue and future performances will go ahead as planned. It said an added show will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 16 with the same cast for ticket holders who missed Monday’s performance. It said those ticket holders can attend in the same seats and will receive a refund equal to 10% of the ticket price. The planned event will also proceed, allowing photo and video recording during the curtain call. Those who do not want to attend the added performance can receive a refund equal to 110% of the ticket price, the company said, apologizing for the disappointment and inconvenience. It said it will more closely review production operations and work to deliver a higher-quality performance.* This article has been translated by AI. 2026-02-11 15:12:00