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HYBE's Secret Weapon Amid Controversy Isn't a New Song—It's Free Bungeoppang
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HYBE's Secret Weapon Amid Controversy Isn't a New Song—It's Free Bungeoppang

Amidst corporate controversies, K-Pop giant HYBE is winning praise online for an unexpected reason: free, freshly made bungeoppang in its company cafeteria, a perk loved by artists like LE SSERAFIM.

36 Acts, 1 Stage: 2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon Showcases K-Pop's Immense Scale
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36 Acts, 1 Stage: 2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon Showcases K-Pop's Immense Scale

The 2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon on Dec 25 featured a massive lineup of 36 acts. Spanning generations from TVXQ's Yunho to LE SSERAFIM, NMIXX, and RIIZE, the event highlighted K-Pop's industry depth.

Lee Junho's 'Cashero' Hits Netflix Today: Is This the Most Relatable Superhero Yet?
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Lee Junho's 'Cashero' Hits Netflix Today: Is This the Most Relatable Superhero Yet?

Lee Junho stars in 'Cashero,' a new Netflix superhero series based on the hit webtoon. Discover why this story of a man whose power is tied to his cash is a must-watch.

Suwon Bluewings Near Deal for 36-Year-Old MVP Defender Hong Jeong-ho in Promotion Push
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Suwon Bluewings Near Deal for 36-Year-Old MVP Defender Hong Jeong-ho in Promotion Push

Four-time K League 1 champions Suwon Samsung Bluewings are set to sign 2021 MVP defender Hong Jeong-ho in a bold move to escape the second division and secure promotion.

No Rest for Junho: Netflix Drops 8-Episode Original 'Cashero' Weeks After His Last Finale
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No Rest for Junho: Netflix Drops 8-Episode Original 'Cashero' Weeks After His Last Finale

Actor Junho is back just weeks after his last drama finale with the new Netflix original 'Cashero'. An 8-episode action-fantasy series, we break down what to expect and what it says about Netflix's strategy.

Moon Sang Min is a Royal Prince by Day, Bandit Hunter by Night in 'To My Beloved Thief'
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Moon Sang Min is a Royal Prince by Day, Bandit Hunter by Night in 'To My Beloved Thief'

Actors Moon Sang Min and Nam Ji Hyun star in 'To My Beloved Thief,' a new K-drama. It's a fantasy-romance about a Joseon prince and a bandit who switch souls.

Han Ji Min's Co-Star Curse: 5 Actors, 5 Scandals, and a Controversial New Drama
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Han Ji Min's Co-Star Curse: 5 Actors, 5 Scandals, and a Controversial New Drama

Actress Han Ji Min has seen five of her male co-stars embroiled in scandals, from Kang Ji Hwan to Park Sung Hoon. We analyze this 'co-star curse' and its industry impact.

Team Korea Opens WBC Camp to Overseas Players Like Go Woo-suk, But MLB Approval is Key
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Team Korea Opens WBC Camp to Overseas Players Like Go Woo-suk, But MLB Approval is Key

South Korea's national baseball team has opened its World Baseball Classic (WBC) training camp to overseas players like Go Woo-suk. However, participation for MLB stars Kim Ha-seong and Lee Jung-hoo hinges on club approval.

Cha Seo Won Dives Into His First Rom-Com 'Spring Fever' with Ahn Bo Hyun and Lee Joo Bin
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Cha Seo Won Dives Into His First Rom-Com 'Spring Fever' with Ahn Bo Hyun and Lee Joo Bin

Actor Cha Seo Won discusses his first-ever romantic comedy role in tvN's 'Spring Fever,' co-starring Ahn Bo Hyun and Lee Joo Bin. Here's what to expect from the new K-drama.

Taxi Driver 3: Lee Je Hoon Hunts a Faceless Villain Hiding in Internet Anonymity
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Taxi Driver 3: Lee Je Hoon Hunts a Faceless Villain Hiding in Internet Anonymity

In the next episode of SBS's hit drama 'Taxi Driver 3,' Lee Je Hoon hunts a faceless villain hiding behind internet anonymity, raising questions about digital-age justice.

Moon River Finale: Why the K-Drama's 'Perfect' Ending Was a Masterclass in Fan Service
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Moon River Finale: Why the K-Drama's 'Perfect' Ending Was a Masterclass in Fan Service

After a 7-week run, K-drama 'Moon River' concludes with a perfect finale, resolving all major plotlines. We analyze why its satisfying ending for stars Kang Tae Oh and Kim Se Jeong matters.

Park Shin Hye Goes Undercover as a 20-Something Intern in New 90s Drama 'Undercover Miss Hong'
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Park Shin Hye Goes Undercover as a 20-Something Intern in New 90s Drama 'Undercover Miss Hong'

Actress Park Shin Hye returns in “Undercover Miss Hong,” a new comedy drama set in the late 1990s. She plays an elite financial officer who goes undercover as a 20-year-old intern.