K-BUZZ

Actor Ryu Seung-ryong will narrate the SBS Special documentary exploring the remarkable work of veterinarian Kim Jung-ho at Cheongju Zoo, featuring dramatic surgeries on lions and tigers. The Korean entertainment industry continues to honor legendary actor Ahn Sung-ki, who received the Gold Crown Order of Cultural Merit posthumously for his sixty-nine-year career spanning over one hundred seventy...

Rapper and singer Yoon Whey is tying the knot with longtime partner and producer Sewoo, celebrating a decade of love and musical collaboration that began in 2016. The couple, known for their work as the duo Sewoo and Yoon Whey, promise to continue creating music together as a married team. Meanwhile, broadcaster Bae Sung Jae and wife Kim Da Young showcase their playful chemistry on YouTube, while...

BABYMONSTER has released a compelling documentary showcasing their first North American tour journey through Toronto, Rosemont, Atlanta, Fort Worth, Oakland, and Seattle. The footage captures the group's dedication as they navigated larger-than-expected venues and maintained their performances across tightly scheduled shows. Meanwhile, comedian Kim Won-hoon celebrates his Male Newcomer Award...

Actress Han Ga In has opened up about her battle with severe low blood pressure that made standing and daily activities nearly impossible, crediting yoga, strength training, and guidance from Sean for her remarkable health transformation. Meanwhile, actor Byeon Woo Seok begins the new year with a generous donation supporting vulnerable young women's hygiene and education needs. Wanna One teas...

K-pop star IU continues her philanthropic tradition with a major donation supporting single mothers, foster youth, people with disabilities, and elderly citizens facing food insecurity. Meanwhile, sibling duo AKMU bids an emotional farewell to YG Entertainment after twelve years, launching their own independent label. Le Sserafim sells out their Seoul encore concerts in minutes, while ILLIT's...

IU dominated the A-Pan Star Awards with the grand prize while her Netflix series Love Scout swept six categories including Best Work and Best Director. The ceremony at Seoul's Dongdaemun Design Plaza celebrated her performance and the show's storytelling about people living faithfully each day. In other news, BLACKPINK's Jennie opens her first photo exhibition featuring unreleased i...

Comedian Jang Do-yeon stole the show at the MBC Broadcasting Entertainment Awards with her audacious pledge to shave her head and work for free for an entire year if she won the grand prize. The Entertainer of the Year winner humbly reflected on never feeling she deserved her previous awards while sharing wisdom from Romance of the Three Kingdoms about staying humble in entertainment. Meanwhile, K...

Actress Kim Go Eun discusses her intense character work for Netflix's Confession of Murder, where she played a grief-consumed character rather than a typical psychopath, even cutting her hair dramatically and adding scenes not in the original script. The actress also opens up about her careful project selection process and desire to tackle a high-intensity romantic comedy next. Meanwhile, Day...

Actor Lee Jun Ho transforms into a relatable superhero in Netflix's Cashero, playing a cash-strapped civil servant whose superpowers come with a costly price tag—money disappearing from his account with each use. This uniquely Korean take on the superhero genre blends action with everyday financial struggles. Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN celebrates their tenth anniversary by dominating Billboard&apos...

NU'EST member Hwang Min Hyun is treating fans to a special reunion with six fan meetings titled 'Dohwawon' or 'peach blossom garden' across Seoul and Tokyo between February and March. The shows mark his return after nearly two years away, promising meaningful experiences for his dedicated fandom. In other news, veteran singer-songwriter Yoon Jong Shin cancels his year-end...

ENHYPEN's Sunoo has been honored with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Award at the Korea Social Contribution Awards for his philanthropic leadership, including donations to Samsung Seoul Hospital and disaster relief efforts that sparked a fan donation challenge. The episode also highlights actress Han Ji-min's generous contribution to Seoul National University Children's Hospital an...

Actor Choi Soo-jong steps in to present the grand prize at the KBS Drama Awards following the passing of previous winner Lee Soon-jae, marking his second consecutive year as presenter at the ceremony airing on December 31st. Meanwhile, broadcaster Jeon Hyun-moo releases medical documentation addressing allegations of illegal procedures, while Kim Woo-bin and Shin Min-ah's wedding officiant sh...

Singer and actor John Park completed his first solo concert in eight years with an intimate voice-focused performance at Ewha Womans University, transforming the venue into a twenties jazz club with only his vocals and a live band. The show featured fan favorites and a special Christmas medley, promising more frequent performances ahead. Meanwhile, BTS announced their highly anticipated spring com...

Actors Shin Min-a and Kim Woo-bin marked their wedding celebration with an extraordinary donation of three hundred million won to various charitable causes including the Hallym Burn Foundation and Asan Medical Center. The couple has been dedicated to giving back for over a decade, with Shin Min-a supporting burn victims since her early career and Kim Woo-bin helping pediatric cancer patients and l...

Yoo Hae-jin and Park Ji-hoon bring an untold chapter of Korean history to the big screen in their upcoming film about King Danjong, who was exiled at age twelve. Park Ji-hoon lost fifteen kilograms to portray the frail young king, building deep on-screen chemistry with veteran actor Yoo Hae-jin. MAMAMOO's Hwasa announces her first-ever solo concert after twelve years in the industry, riding t...

EXO member Baekhyun secures a major win against online harassment as one individual receives a fine for spreading malicious content, with multiple investigations still ongoing at Seoul police stations. The legal victory highlights the entertainment industry's growing fight against cyberbullying, with Girls' Generation's Yuri also obtaining similar protection against impersonators an...

SHINee's Key has halted all scheduled activities after acknowledging he received home medical treatments from an unlicensed practitioner, believing the person was a legitimate doctor through a clinic recommendation. The case is now under police investigation following a complaint from the former Korean Medical Association president. Meanwhile, LE SSERAFIM achieved the highest performance by a...

Han So Hee and Jeon Jong Seo are teaming up for Project Y, a gritty crime noir film where they play best friends stealing black money and gold bars to escape their harsh reality. The film features raw, spontaneous action sequences that prioritize survival instinct over traditional fight choreography. In other news, Kim Da Mi takes on her first maternal role in Netflix's disaster thriller The...

G-DRAGON concluded his Ubermensch world tour with a spectacular three-day finale at Seoul's Gocheok Sky Dome, drawing 54,000 fans and featuring surprise reunions with BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung. The legendary performer teased BIGBANG's 20th anniversary celebrations and upcoming Coachella performance while delivering over 210 minutes of powerful live stages. Meanwhile, EXO confir...

Actor Byun Yo-han and Girls' Generation's Tiffany Young have officially announced they're dating with marriage in mind after meeting on the Disney Plus series Uncle Samsik. The couple has been together for approximately eighteen months, with both sharing heartfelt messages about their serious relationship. Meanwhile, Stray Kids makes history with twelve Billboard year-end chart appe...

Ji Chang Wook delivers his most physically demanding performance yet in Disney Plus series 'Fragmented City,' earning him the nickname 'Korea's Tom Cruise' for extreme action sequences including intense motorcycle chases and a spectacular tunnel chase scene. The actor revealed that a five-day prison assault sequence left him severely ill, though he's already lined up...

The Black Label has partnered with a cybercrime law firm to pursue legal action without settlements against those targeting their roster of artists with false rumors, harassment, and threats. The agency founded by producer Teddy is monitoring social media and fan reports to create a safe environment for artists including Blackpink's Rosé, Taeyang, and Jeon Somi. Meanwhile, Teddy receives a Pr...

Blackpink's Rosé achieves remarkable success on Billboard's year-end charts, with 'APT' featuring Bruno Mars reaching ninth place on the Hot 100 and topping both Global 200 and Global Excluding US charts. BTS member Jimin's 'Who' represents K-pop solo artists at number 57, while the viral Netflix K-Pop Demon Hunters soundtrack places multiple tracks throughout th...

BTS member Jungkook has made history as the first K-pop solo artist to grace the cover of Rolling Stone UK in a groundbreaking collaboration spanning Korea, the UK, and Japan. In the feature, he shares his artistic vision of creating trends rather than following them as he continues to evolve as an artist. Meanwhile, BTS receives a Presidential Citation for their global charity work that has helpe...

Beloved comedian Park Narae has made the difficult decision to step back from all broadcast activities, leaving hit variety shows 'I Live Alone,' 'Save Me! Holmes,' and 'Amazing Saturday' until ongoing issues with former staff are resolved. She takes full responsibility for the situation and expresses regret for any trouble caused to the programs. Meanwhile, BLACKPINK...