Author: Kishor

When talking about girl group vocals I love, Woollim Entertainment’s Lovelyz often comes up. The group is home to some of my favorite vocal tones in K-pop, and Ryu Sujeong is certainly one of them. Since Lovelyz went on hiatus she’s developed an indie-pop solo career, most of which I haven’t written about here. However, the retro jolt of new single New Car deserves attention. Sometimes you just know you’ll like a song from its very first notes. As percussion fades in, New Car kicks off with pitch-perfect 80’s synth, offering an exciting riff that gets the song off on…

tvN’s upcoming drama “Love, Take Two” has released new stills showcasing its two central families. “Love, Take Two” is a heartwarming comedy drama about a mismatched duo: a 43-year-old single mother and her 23-year-old medical student daughter. The pair moves to the countryside to start a new chapter in their lives, encountering various people and chaotic situations that teach them profound lessons about life. The newly revealed photos highlight the mother-daughter pair Lee Ji An (Yum Jung Ah) and Lee Hyo Ri (Choi Yoon Ji), along with the father-son duo Ryu Jung Seok (Park Hae Joon) and Ryu Bo Hyun…

NCT DREAM has won their first music show trophy for their new title track “BTTF.” On the July 18 episode of KBS 2TV’s “Music Bank,” the candidates for first place were BLACKPINK’s “JUMP” and NCT DREAM’s “BTTF.” NCT DREAM ultimately took the prize with a total of 9,732 points. Congratulations to NCT DREAM! Watch the winner announcement and encore below: Performers on today’s show included NCT DREAM, TXT, WayV, STAYC, ILLIT, VIVIZ, CLOSE YOUR EYES, BTOB’s Minhyuk (HUTA), IDID, ARrC, NOWZ, PURPLE KISS, ASC2NT, cosmosy, ifeye, NouerA, HITGS, You Dayeon, and Youngtak. Check out their performances below! NCT DREAM –…

JTBC’s drama “Beyond the Bar” stars Lee Jin Uk and Jung Chaeyeon have talked about their perfect teamwork! “Beyond the Bar” follows the story of Kang Hyo Min (Jung Chaeyeon), an upstanding and confident yet inexperienced rookie attorney at the law firm Yullim. Under the mentorship of Yoon Seok Hoon (Lee Jin Uk), a cold but exceptionally skilled partner attorney, Hyo Min gradually grows into a true lawyer as she navigates the challenges of the legal world. As this marks their first project together, both actors expressed high praise and affection for each other. Lee Jin Uk didn’t hesitate to…

MONSTA X’s I.M will not be attending WATERBOMB BUSAN 2025. On July 25, Starship Entertainment announced via fan platform Berriz that I.M would be unable to participate in the upcoming event due to back pain. Read the agency’s full statement below: Hello, this is Starship Entertainment. Recently, MONSTA X member I.M visited the hospital after experiencing back pain and was advised by medical professionals to rest and undergo treatment.Currently, I.M is focusing on recovery while undergoing treatment and taking time to rest. As a result, we regret to inform you that he will not be able to participate in WATERBOMB…

Choi Woo Shik may be taking on a new leading role! On July 25, OSEN reported that Choi Woo Shik has been offered the lead role in the upcoming drama “Whale Star: The Gyeongseong Mermaid,” based on the popular Naver Webtoon of the same name, and is positively considering the offer. In response to the report, his agency FABLE COMPANY shared, “Choi Woo Shik has received an offer for ‘Whale Star: The Gyeongseong Mermaid’ and is currently reviewing it.” The original webtoon, which won the Presidential Award at the 2021 Korea Content Awards, reimagines Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Little Mermaid” and is…

Mun Ka Young will be holding her first-ever Asia fan meeting tour since her debut! Titled “Dreamy day,” the tour reflects her heartfelt wish to spend a blissful, dream-like day with her fans. Mun Ka Young personally chose the title to express her desire to create a magical and unforgettable time together. Starting in Seoul, she will travel to major cities across Asia, including Tokyo, Osaka, Taipei, Bangkok, and more, connecting with fans through various interactive programs. The 2025 Mun Ka Young Asia fan meeting tour “Dreamy day” will kick off on September 13 in Seoul. Details on ticket sales and additional stops will…

“BITCH X RICH 2” has shared new stills ahead of its upcoming episode! Season 1 followed Kim Hye In (Lee Eun Saem), the sole witness to a high school girl’s murder, who transfers to the elite Cheongdam International High School. There, she meets Baek Jena (Kim Ye Rim), the queen of the school’s most powerful clique Diamond 6—and the prime suspect in the case. In “BITCH X RICH 2,” new characters shake up the hierarchy, igniting an even fiercer power struggle within Diamond 6. The new season also delves deeper into Hye In and Jena’s personal growth as they begin…

Lovelyz’s Lee Mijoo has denied rumors linking her to Hanwha Eagles baseball player Lee Jin Young. On July 25, speculation spread across online communities and social media claiming that Lee Mijoo and Lee Jin Young were dating. TenAsia also reported that the two were currently in a relationship. However, her agency Antenna swiftly refuted the rumors, stating, “The dating rumors between Lee Mijoo and Lee Jin Young are completely unfounded. They do not know each other at all. They’ve never even met.” A longtime fan of the Hanwha Eagles, Lee Mijoo has expressed her support for the team through various…

Billlie’s Haruna will be taking a temporary break from activities to focus on rest and psychological recovery.On July 25, Billlie’s agency MYSTIC STORY announced that an intruder had forcibly broken into Haruna’s residence, threatening her safety. Following the incident, the agency filed a police report, moved Haruna to a new residence, and arranged for a thorough medical evaluation. Based on the results, it was determined that Haruna needs time to recover and stabilize her mental health, and she will therefore be halting activities for the time being.Hello, this is MYSTIC STORY. First, we would like to sincerely thank all the…