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HYBE’s Bang Si Hyuk referred to prosecution over alleged investor fraud, ex-CIO Kim Joong Dong on the run from authorities

noreply@blogger.com (Pannguy) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:52:41 +0000

Now that I’ve returned for a mini-vacation of sorts, of course the place I’m headed is right back to the legal mines, where Bang Si Hyuk’s everlasting fraud case has finally seen him referred to prosecution after 21 long months and also after they had previously rejected it (twice). As you may know by now, …

Yuehua approves use of Wang Yiren’s likeness in AI adaptation of ‘The Left Ear’ despite industry & audience pushback

noreply@blogger.com (Pannguy) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:52:34 +0000

Former EVERGLOW member Wang Yiren is reportedly a part of a recent Chinese live-action short drama adaptation of The Left Ear novel, which shot to popularity as a film back in 2015. In itself that seems like a major coup for the idol, but the catch is that it’s an AI venture and she’s not …

Chungha Explains the Reason Why Her Face Looks Different After Turning 30

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:34:34 +0000

Singer Chungha recently explained why her look and overall vibe feel different lately.

On September 2, Chungha appeared on KBS Cool FM's 'Gabi Super Radio' and talked about turning 30 this year. She shared, "I don't really know what having a 'grown woman' vibe means. Maybe I'm overthinking it, but I keep seeing posts going viral about me being in my 30s," and added:

"Sometimes I see people saying, 'Chungha is already 30?' I wish people would still mistake me for being in my 20s."

When Gabi mentioned that the image of a grown woman suited her, Chungha agreed, saying, "I guess I have matured a bit."

Gabi also noticed that Chungha's features and overall expression look softer now, and Chungha explained:

"Maybe it's because I've lost most of my baby fat. My friends even ask if I got face contouring surgery. Even I notice how much it's gone."

Chungha casually shut down plastic surgery rumors, explaining that her evolving look is simply due to getting older, weight loss, and different styling.

Chungha also made everyone laugh while looking back at how people used to describe her looks over the years. Responding to a listener who said, "When Chungha first debuted, she looked like an adult, but looking back, she was just a 21-year-old baby," Chungha recalled, "In my early 20s, people told me all the time that I looked like a hamster."

She added with a laugh, "By my late 20s, around the time I was promoting 'I'm Ready,' people started telling me I looked like a snake. Maybe it was because of my snake-inspired stage outfits, but I think my face really did change that much."

Speaking on what she considers her peak, Chungha reflected, “I want my 30s to be my prime rather than my 20s. I haven’t lived through all of my 30s yet, so I can’t casually say that this is my prime, but I think it depends on how you define what your prime is.”

After the episode aired, netizens reacted warmly, with comments like, "She really must have lost a lot of baby fat if even her friends asked about it," "Plastic surgery rumors must have been stressful, so it's great she brought it up so casually," "Comparing her look from a hamster to a snake is so accurate," and "Her aura got way cooler and more mature after turning 30."

Meanwhile, Chungha recently took part in I.O.I's reunion activities and made her solo comeback on September 1 with the digital single 'México.'

Gugudan's Haebin Opens Up About Life After Her Idol Career Ended

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 06:34:35 +0000

Gugudan's Haebin has shared an update on her life after stepping away from the entertainment industry.

On September 1, Haebin posted a video to her personal social media account titled, 'What do girl group members do for a living after retiring?.' In the video, she shared her journey of transitioning from a former idol to a full-time content creator.

Haebin shared, "Spending five years as a trainee and five years as an idol, I won a rookie award just two years after debuting with Gugudan." She remembered being busy with solo concerts and overseas shows before everything suddenly changed, saying:

"At some point, my job was just gone."

However, Haebin didn't completely walk away from music. She explained, "Singing was all I knew, so I began working on drama OSTs and creating music that I truly enjoyed." She added:

"Rather than caring about rankings, I started pursuing things that I genuinely loved doing."

Haebin admitted that finding a new path wasn't something that happened overnight. She confessed, "To find something I could do long-term while actually enjoying it instead of just trying to please others, I had to learn everything again from scratch."

Wrapping up the video, she added, "From now on, I want to share my life as Han Yeseo, not Gugudan's Haebin. Please show me lots of support."

Haebin debuted as Gugudan's main vocalist in 2016 before the group disbanded in 2020. She now works as a content creator with around 49,000 followers, sharing personal experiences and daily updates.

Haebin isn't the only former member sharing updates about life after the group. Fellow member Hana recently revealed that after pursuing an acting career, she is now working overseas as a flight attendant.

Park Wi Faces Another Backlash as His Lecture Fees Surface Online Amid KTX Controversy

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:34:41 +0000

Youtuber Park Wi is facing new backlash as details about his lecture fees and public contracts surfaced online following the controversy over the release of CCTV footage from his KTX accident.

The situation began after an accident on August 14, where Park Wi fell while getting off a KTX train because the wheel of his wheelchair caught on the foot of a social service worker who was helping him.

On August 21, Park Wi posted CCTV footage of the accident on his Youtube channel to raise concerns about the need for safer train boarding for people with disabilities.

At the time, netizens criticized him for sharing the footage, especially since the worker had already apologized at the scene. Many argued that sharing the footage went too far because it could expose the worker's identity.

Park Wi eventually took down the footage from his channel and issued an apology, saying:
"I failed to fully consider the perspective of the staff member who did their best to help me at the scene and apologized."
Alongside the backlash, there were also suspicions that Park Wi may have received special treatment to obtain the CCTV footage. However, KORAIL clarified that their guidelines allow anyone involved in an incident to request and receive copies of their own footage.

As the controversy grew, public attention shifted to online posts sharing contract details between public institutions and Park Wi's affiliated companies, leading many to question whether his appearance fee were reasonable.

According to the publicly available contract records, Geumsan County invited Park Wi for a special lecture for teenagers at the Geumsan County Public Library in 2023 through Saramson Contents & Works for 5 million KRW (around 3,600 USD).

A special lecture service organized by Bupyeong-gu, Incheon, for Children's Day Festival 2026 has also resurfaced. The contract was signed with the company represented by Park Wi, Wiracle Factory Inc., for 4.462 million KRW (around $3,200 USD).

Public records further revealed a 9.35 million KRW (aroud 6,750 USD) contract signed with Inside Out Core Inc. for 'Wiracle Park Wi's Talk Concert.' Set for August 28, the 60-minute event, which included sign language, wheelchair seating, Braille leaflets, and subtitles, was abruptly canceled due to 'unavoidable circumstances' as the backlash grew.

However, observers note that total contract amount do not represent the amount Park Wi personally receives. Besides his appearance fee, the total amount also covers event costs like planning, staff, equipment, and accessibility support.

Still, because these contracts are worth several million KRW, many people online are showing fairly cold response. Some commented, "That's way more money for a single lecture than I expected," and "The humble, positive image he emphasized in his lectures doesn't match the way he handled the recent situation."

On the other hand, others defended him, saying, "That could simply be the normal booking rates for a well-known speaked," and "The fees stated in the contract also includes the event setup costs, not just his appearance fee."

Covered: SWAN (Olivia Dean), Crystal Kay (Hibari Misora), Riina (tuki), May J. (Mika Nakashima), KYURI (Taylor Swift), more

noreply@blogger.com (Pannguy) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:52:18 +0000

I have a bunch of Covered things planned for release as I catch up because this is thankfully one of the easier features to fill since covers are plentiful and they’re usually quite good, honestly. They serve as an ideal vehicle for idols to showcase their talent in a way that’s familiar to the listener, …

yap thread #23

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:34:53 +0000

happy monday everyone!

NCT 127's Taeyong Shares His Thought on Mark's Departure and the Group's Lineup Changes

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:34:39 +0000

NCT member Taeyong has shared a message of support for Mark following his departure from NCT 127, while reflecting on the group’s difficult lineup changes and their upcoming 10th anniversary.

On August 24, NCT 127 held a press conference at SKY31 Convention in Lotte World Tower, Jamsil, Seoul, to celebrate the release of their seventh full-length album 'BLINGY.' The album marks the group’s first comeback in about two years and their first release following changes to the lineup.

NCT 127 has now been reorganized as a seven-member group following Mark's official departure from the group and SM Entertainment on April 8 after nearly a decade with the team. This comes after former member Taeil left in June 2025 following allegations of sexually assaulting an intoxicated woman alongside two acquaintance. He was charged of aggravated rape under the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes.

Meanwhile, all seven remaining members (Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Doyoung, Jaehyun, Jungwoo, and Haechan) have officially renewed their contracts with SM Entertainment.

During the press conference, leader Taeyong shared his thoughts on the group's 10th anniversary. He confessed, "When we debuted, the image we had of ourselves 10 years later was all of us would still be together," and added:

"Our team has gone through several member changes, and going through those periods was always painful. There were times when it was difficult to adjust."

He continued, "Even so, the remaining seven of us want to repay our fans for the memories and trust we've built over the past 10 years." He added, "Since we're being back together after so long, we've come to trust, lean on, and rely on one another even more," and explained, "This album was made so that we can show an even better side of ourselves as NCT."

Taeyong also took a moment to speak about Mark, saying, "Speaking of him as a fellow member who walked this path with us for 10 years, I personally have a deep respect for Mark." He added:

"I know how hard he worked while going back and forth between the two teams. Now that our paths are taking different directions, I want to respect and support the path he has chosen."

Taeyong also spoke about the contract renewal, stating, "It's definitely something to celebrate. Every members renewed the contracts with the commitment to trust the company with our future direction, both as NCT 127 and NCT as a whole." He promised, "We will continue working hard to deliver great music and performances, and we will show an even stronger version of ourselves as NCT 127."

Meanwhile, 'BLINGY' is NCT 127's seventh full-length album that reflects on their decade-long journey while showcasing their pride, strong unity, and determination to carve out their own path together.

'BLINGY' features nine tracks, led by the title track of the same name, and drops today at 6 PM (KST).

G-Dragon Reveals He Doesn't Know How to Use Mobile Banking

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:34:22 +0000

BIGBANG's G-Dragon recently revealed that he doesn't know how to use mobile banking.

On August 22, G-Dragon made an appearance on an episode of Youtube channel Tteuntteun titled 'Anniversaries Are Just an Excuse' alongside fellow BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung.

The discussion started when Yoo Jaesuk mentioned, "Haha used to be one of the original hipsters who embraced new technology than anyone else, but now he can't even kiosks." Haha then asked Yoo Jaesuk if he uses mobile banking. While Yoo Jaesuk confirmed he does, G-Dragon confessed, "I can't (use mobile banking.)"

Surprised by the confession, Yoo Jaesuk asked, "What do you do if you can't use mobile banking? What about all that wealth?" G-Dragon explained:

"I have someone who manages it for me."

Hearing this, Yoo Jaesuk advised, "Even if you have someone managing it for you, you should still check it yourself."

The conversation then turned to how the other BIGBANG members handle their finances. Daesung said, "I've managed my finances myself since I was young." Taeyang explained, "Daesung has handled everything himself almost since the beginning of our debut. For me, about two or three years after debut, I realized, 'I need to know how to manage my own finances,' so I started managing things myself." G-Dragon added:

"I can go to the bank, speak directly with a teller, and take care of things that way, but I don't know how to use mobile banking at all."

Daesung agreed, saying, "When it comes to convenience, nothing beats speaking to an actual person. Even when calling customer service, I deliberately wait to be connected to a representative instead of dealing with an automated system," to which Haha and Taeyang agreed to.

G-Dragon's recent remarks made waves online given previous headlines surrounding his wealth. He was previously speculated to have around 100 billion KRW (around $72 million USD) in net worth, especially after purchasing a luxury apartment at Nine One Hannam in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul for 16.4 billion KRW (around $11.8 million USD).

RESCENE’s Zena Reveals Heartwarming Gesture From Her Role Model Go Younjung

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:34:29 +0000

Actress Go Younjung has been revealed to have sent housewarming gifts to RESCENE member Zena, who has consistently named the actress as her role model.

On August 22, Zena shared an unexpected story on a fan communication platform. She revealed that Go Younjung had surprised her and her group members by personally preparing housewarming gifts for their new dorm.

Zena recalled, "I came back to Korea after finishing a performance in LA, and when I arrived at the dorm, there was a huge full-length mirror and chair waiting for me." At first, the members were puzzled to find the unidentified package waiting in front of their dorm. They later found out that it had been sent by Go Younjung.

Zena noted, "It was even pink, which is my favorite color." Go Younjung had also sent a stool chair for Zena. The fact that Go Younjung remembered Zena's favorite color made the thoughtful gesture mean even more to Zena.

Expressing her deep gratitude and affection, Zena added, "I guess beautiful people really do have beautiful hearts."

Zena has openly expressed her admiration for Go Younjung for a long time, frequently naming the actress as her role model across various broadcasts and other content. Fans have also pointed out the striking resemblance between the two, making this wholesome interaction a hot topic among netizens.

Recently on August 21, a video titled 'Do You Like Go Younjung?" was posted on RESCENE member Woni's Youtube channel, 'Hello, I'm Woni. Nice to Meet You.' The video showed Zena meeting Go Younjung in person, greeting her, and exchanging contact information. It appears that after this meeting, Go Younjung sent gifts for Zena and the other RESCENE members.

With Go Younjung personally sending a gift to someone who has long looked up to her, fans are now celebrating the heartwarming relationship between the two.

BIBI Speaks Up Amid Controversy Over Her Provocative Waterbomb Performance

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:34:29 +0000

Singer Bibi, who recently faced controversy over the provocative nature of her performance at Waterbomb, has opened up about her personal philosophy when it comes to performing.

On August 21, SBS released a teaser for its new variety show 'My Genie Secretary' on its Youtube channel. The teaser showed Lee Seojin and Kim Kwanggyu visiting the Waterbomb venue for the season's first featured star, Bibi, and managing her schedule throughout the entire day, from pre-show preparations to the end of her performance.

Discussing her mindset, Bibi revealed, "I started preparing three months before going on stage. I prepared for three months as if this were my last performance." She also highlighted her commitment to the audience, stating:

"I have a philosophy when it comes to performing. I absolutely have to entertain the people who paid their money to come see me."

Her comments come amid ongoing debate over her performance at Waterbomb Seoul 2026, which was held on July 25 at the outdoor Global Stage at KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province.

That day, Bibi wore a form-fitting white jumpsuit, performing several of her hit songs including 'Bam Yang Gang' and 'BIBI Vengeance.' Her bold performance drew considerable attention from the audience.

The controversy centered on a moment midway through her performance. Bibi knelt among male dancers and unzipped her wet jumpsuit to reveal the bikini top she was wearing underneath. Surrounded by shirtless male dancers, she remained on her knees while taking a microphone. Some netizens criticized the scene, arguing the choreography was overly suggestive.

Song Jieun’s Husband Park Wi Apologizes Following Backlash Over KTX Accident Video

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 04:34:28 +0000

Singer Song Jieun’s husband and YouTuber Park Wi issued an apology following backlash over a recent video about an accident that happened while he was getting off a KTX train.

On August 22, Park Wi addressed the situation through his YouTube channel 'WERACLE,' expressing regret over how he handled the situation:

“I’m sorry for disappointing so many people with the video I uploaded today. I failed to fully consider the perspective of the staff member who did their best to help me at the scene and politely apologized."

Park Wi explained, "I only viewed the mistake made in the process of trying to help me in a negative light. The way I communicated the situation was immature, and my thinking was short-sighted."

He also apologized both to the staff members at the scene and to his viewers, adding, "I'll take this incident as an opportunity to act more carefully and responsibly in everything I do."

The controversy began after Park Wi posted CCTV footage on August 21 showing an accident that occurred while he was getting off a KTX train.

The video showed Park Wi falling forward while traveling down a ramp. According to him, the wheels of his wheelchair caught on the foot of a staff member helping at the scene, causing him to fall. Fortunately, a hospital examination reportedly found no major fractures.

While expressing his frustration over the incident, Park Wi raised concerns about improving accessibility and implementing safety training for individuals with disabilities. He asked viewers not to direct backlash toward the staff member involved, emphasizing that even a single oversight on a ramp can lead to severe injuries.

However, many netizens felt his response went too far. They pointed out that the staff member had not acted maliciously and had apologized politely immediately at the scene. Some netizens also criticized his decision to publicly release the CCTV footage on a channel with over one million subscribers, commenting, "It's excessive to publicly expose a mistake that happened while someone was just trying to help."

At the same time, others defended his position, urging empathy for his perspective as a wheelchair user living with quadriplegia. They argued that even a minor mistake could lead to serious injuries, maintaining that raising concerns about accessibility for people with disabilities remains necessary.

Japanese YouTuber Gamix Faces Backlash for Allegedly Mocking ATEEZ’s Choi San With Racist Gesture

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:34:33 +0000

A Japanese Youtuber is facing intense public backlash after posting a video imitating ATEEZ member Choi San while making a gesture widely associated with racism against Asians.

On August 21, footage of Gamix imitating Choi San began spreading across online communities and social media. The controversy started after Gamix uploaded a dance challenge for ATEEZ's hit track 'BAD' while mimicking Choi San's facial expressions and movements.

Gamix was specifically referencing Choi San's appearance at the 2026 Coupang Play Series match between Manchester City and Atlético Madrid on August 9. Choi San had been invited to perform the ceremonial kickoff and also performed part of ATEEZ's 'BAD' on the pitch.

At one point, Gamix pulled the outer corners of his eyes sideways with his fingers. The problem is that this is widely recognized as a racist gesture historically used to mock the appearance of Asians.

As criticism grew, Gamix deleted the video. However, his subsequent actions only fueled the controversy further. Rather than issuing an apology, he uploaded another video in English saying:

“Everyone, these are Asian eyes. When you wake up in the morning, they usually open like this."

Gamix later held a livestream lasting around 50 minutes. Instead of addressing the issue or apologizing to Choi San, he apologized for previous controversial behavior involving soccer player Lionel Messi and YouTuber MrBeast.

The public expressed anger and confusion over his behavior, with comments calling him out, including, "I can't understand why someone who is Asian himself would do something like that," "It’s clearly a racist gesture, not something that can simply be dismissed as a joke,” and “Isn’t he basically insulting his own Asian appearance?”

Born in 2007, Gamix is a Japanese influencer with approximately 1.12 million YouTube subscribers and 2.16 million Instagram followers.

Meanwhile, ATEEZ recently released their 14th mini album 'GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5' in June. Its title track 'BAD' peaked at No. 8 on Melon’s Top 100 and No. 10 on the weekly chart, while the album topped the U.S. Billboard 200.

Jo Boah’s Younger Sister Sparks Attention After Making an Appearance on Dating Show

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:34:31 +0000

Actress Jo Boah’s younger sister has suddenly become a hot topic after making a surprise appearance on TEO’s dating variety show 'Office Match.'

On August 21, Jo Boah posted photos of her younger sister, Jo Yookyung, from the second episode on her social media. Reacting with a crying-laughing emoji, she playfully wrote the caption: "What are you doing there?"

'Office Match' is a unique dating show that arranges blind dates for working professionals in their 20s and 30s who want genuine connections despite their busy daily lives. The show follows the matchmaking stories of six single men and women. The second episode, which officially dropped on August 20, featured male employees from Naver meeting female employees from LG.

From the very first moment Jo Yookyung appeared on screen, she caught the attention of MC Dindin, who immediately reacting, "Oh, she's pretty."

Opening up about her dating style, Jo Yookung described, "When I start dating someone, everything else stops. I keep going all-in until the other person says 'I don't like you.' I'd rather go for it than be left with regrets."

According to MyDaily, Jo Yookyung was born in 1995 and works in marketing at LG, where she is described as an accomplished and attractive professional. And of course, her appearance got an extra bit of attention because her older sister is actress Jo Boah.

For a quick update on Jo Boah herself, she married her non-celebrity husband on October 12, 2024, and recently welcomed a daughter in February of this year.

G.NA ends 10-year hiatus by hosting K-pop festival, speaks out on remake song and starting over

noreply@blogger.com (Pannguy) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:52:31 +0000

Singer G.NA has been hinting on social media that’s she’s returning to entertainment activities, and it’s recently been announced she’ll be making an appearance at the Kimchi & K-Food Festival as a special host. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kimchi & K-Food Festival (@kimchifest.ca) A couple months ago, she also announced …

Gunil Says He Never Agreed to Leave Xdinary Heroes or Terminate Contract With JYP Entertainment

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 06:34:20 +0000

Gunil is refuting JYP Entertainment's claims regarding his departure from Xdinary Heroes, stating he never consented to the termination of his contract.

On August 20, attorney Sung Jaehwan of Juwon Law Firm, representing Gunil, released a statement on social media to clarify the situation. The attorney stated:

"The artist deeply apologizes to Xdinary Heroes fans and the members of Xdinary Heroes for causing concern through this incident."

Gunil's legal representative acknowledged that he had used inappropriate expressions in a private setting, calling it 'a mistake that cannot be justified under any circumstances.' However, the representative explained that Gunil was under severe psychological stress due to certain online posts and invasions of privacy at the time. While venting those feelings during a private phone call, he ended up using inappropriate language, and he fully understands the weight of that responsibility.

At the same time, Gunil's legal representative also drew a line between that incident and several other claims that have recently circulated online. After reviewing the records, the attorney stated, "Claims alleging that Gunil habitually or repeatedly used profanity toward Xdinary Heroes fans are completely false." They also denied claims that he spoke negatively about his fellow members or dated other people while in a relationship.

Furthermore, Gunil's legal representative stated:

"The artist did not voluntarily leave the group, nor did he agree to terminate his exclusive contract."

The attorney added, "Considering the circumstances and nature of the matter, it is difficult to conclude that there are valid grounds for contract termination."

This directly contradicts the official statement JYP Entertainment released on August 13. After an individual claiming to be Gunil's ex-girlfriend leaked audio recordings alleging that he had insulted fans, the agency stated that after extensive discussions with him, they concluded that continuing team activities would be difficult. The agency also noted that the exclusive contract was terminated by mutual consent.

Regarding the original online posts made by the individual claiming to be Gunil's ex-girlfriend, his legal representative noted that they contained numerous false claims and that the damage Gunil suffered was significant enough to provide grounds for legal action. However, Gunil reportedly wishes to forgive the person who posted it and does not plan to pursue legal action.

Gunil's legal representative also noted that Gunil does not want to cause fans any further distress and hopes to continue discussions with JYP Entertainment in a cooperative manner.

Concluding the statement, Gunil's legal representative emphasized, "We once again sincerely apologize to fans and the members for causing concern and fatigue through this matter. We hope the remaining procedures can be resolved smoothly and quikcly," adding, "The artist wishes to continue doing his best by the fans' side."

Hong Mingi Strongly Denies Allegations of Pressuring Ex-Girlfriend Into Abortion

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:34:29 +0000

Actor Hong Mingi has strongly denied additional claims made by his ex-girlfriend, A, who claimed that he pressured her into getting an abortion.

On August 20, Hong Mingi's agency, Fable Company, issued a second official statement addressing A's latest allegations.

A previously claimed that she discovered she was pregnant while dating Hong Mingi. She alleged that when she informed him of the pregnancy in July, he ignored and blocked her. She ultimately went to an OB-GYN clinic alone to undergo an abortion procedure. She claimed to hold medical records and ultrasound photos to support her claims.

In response, Fable Company countered her claims point by point. The agency stated that A had sent Hong Mingi an ultrasound photo along with a message reading, "Shut your mouth before I expose all of this too." According to the agency, A had never shown the actor any ultrasound photo prior to that message.

Regarding the ultrasound photo itself, Fable Company pointed out, "It is different from a typical photo used to show proof of pregnancy." They added, "We plan to have an OB-GYN medical professional to evaluate the photo and submit those findings as official evidence."

The agency also confirmed directly with Hong Mingi that A had never shown him a pregnancy test and emphasized, “Contrary to A’s claims, Hong Mingi absolutely never made any remarks to A that could be interpreted as pressuring her to have an abortion.”

Regarding July 13, the exact date A claimed she underwent the abortion, the agency revealed, "On that day, A suggested that Hong Mingi go cycling with her. When he declined, she personally sent him a video of herself riding a bicycle alone." The agency confirmed they have secured and preserved the entire chat log and video as evidence.

Furthermore, Fable Company stressed, "Pregnancy and abortion are extremely sensitive and serious matters," and accused A of publicly posting completely untrue claims that caused serious damage to Hong Mingi's reputation and image that would be extremely difficult to repair.

Fable Company stated, "Based on the materials we have secured so far, we will immediately proceed with the necessary civil and criminal legal procedures to ensure that the facts surrounding this matter are clearly established." The agency also asked public and media to refrain from reckless speculation or spreading unverified claims to prevent further harm to everyone involved in the case.

Hong Mingi Faces Dating Violence Allegations From Ex-Girlfriend

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:34:36 +0000

Actor Hong Mingi is facing dating violence allegations after influencer A, who claims to be his ex-girlfriend, came forward a series of allegations against him.

On August 18, A posted the document, titled 'Notice of Intent to Take Legal Action Over Illegal Criminal Acts,' which was dated July 28 and sent via her law firm to Hong Mingi and his agency. She also shared photos of Hong Mingi posted on his agency's social media to publicly confirm his identity.

A alleged that Hong Mingi threw dangerous objects, including a soju bottle, at her on the street. She also alleged that he repeatedly called her dozens of times out of jealousy, made remarks implying he could kill her, and physically assaulted her by striking her shoulder and shoving her. Furthermore, A accused him of invading her privacy by secretly checking her phone and KakaoTalk messages and causing her injury while riding an electric scooter under the influence of alcohol.

A's allegations didn't stop there. In another statement released that same day, she described what happened during and after their relationship.

According to A, Hong Mingi frequently made misogynistic and sexist remarks about women, including "Women are most delicious in their early 30s. Once they pass that age, they're ahjummas," "Women should also serve in the military," and "Men are the sky, women are the ground."

A further claimed that Hong Mingi belittled his ex-girlfriend, who is currently active as an actress, and verbally abused fellow actors, staff members, directors, and others he worked with.

She also alleged that he had a negative attitude toward fans who supported him, claiming he referred those who traveled to see him as 'broke people who act like sasaengs just to get their money's worth.' After attending a birthday party organized by fans, she alleged he complained, "I didn't want to go. I went because I had to. I was so tired, I wanted to just walk out."

A also accused Hong Mingi of abusing his pet dog. She claimed that despite posting the dog on his social media, he would curse at it and kick it. She also alleged that after receiving her legal notice, he cut off contact and left the dog alone at home for several days.

Regarding her own relationship with him, A stated that she suffered continuous verbal abuse and gaslighting. She alleged that Hong Mingi made manipulative statements to her, including, "My mental illness came back because of you," "I want to die," "Let's die together," and "I'm an idiot for dating you."

A also stated, "Even after the relationship ended, I lived with guilt because I mistakenly believed that Hong Mingi's panic disorder had been caused by me." A claimed that she visited his home several times.

During this process, she alleged that Hong Mingi verbally abused her and acted violently for around 20 to 30 minutes, including kicking nearby objects. She further claimed that he forced her onto a bed, attempted to have sex with her, and inappropriately touched her body without consent despite the relationship already being over. She said:

“It wasn’t until three weeks after the breakup that I realized what I had experienced was not love, but clear violence and exploitation."

A explained that she became so terrified that she could no longer function in her daily life, eventually telling her parents what had happened and taking legal action, including sending a legal notice.

On the other side, Hong Mingi's agency has officially responded to the controversy. On August 19, a representative of Fable Company told Ilgan Sports:

"There are parts that are different from the facts. We are currently reviewing and organizing the situation internally."

Meanwhile, Hong Mingi was born in 2002 and made his acting debut in 2020. He has starred in various projects including 'To My Beloved Thief,' 'Love Your Enemy,' 'Study Group,' 'Crushology 101,' and 'Trigger.' He recently completed filming for 'Study Group Season 2.'

B-Side Spotlight: June 2026 (SHINee, RIIZE, MEOVV, BOYNEXTDOOR, Hearts2Hearts, STAYC, tripleS, ONF, XIA, izna, YERIN, YEOJIN, V8, OMEGA X, more)

noreply@blogger.com (Pannguy) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:52:30 +0000

Hello, playlist darlings, it’s me again, your favourite playlist elf, absolutely melting in the continued European heatwave and hoping you’re all staying cool and hydrated in these trying times. I’m back again with some B-sides I loved during last month, and I hope you enjoy them too. Let’s start! ====== tripleS – “Sad Girls Schemin’” …

APRIL's Yoon Chaekyung Sparks Speculation About Her Relationship With Recent Instagram Story

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:34:42 +0000

APRIL member-turned-actress Yoon Chaekyung recently opened up about being betrayed by someone she trusted the most.

On August 17, Yoon Chaekyung held a Q&A session on her personal Instagram account. When a follower asked, "Unnie, how have you been lately?" she gave a surprising response, revealing:

"I was deeply stabbed in the back by the person I trusted the most in the world."

She continued, "I still haven't been able to get over the aftermath of being betrayed. I can't believe someone like that actually exists in this world."

Furthermore, Yoon Chaekyung also expressed her shock at the person’s behavior, saying, “I’m honestly shocked that every single word that comes out of their mouth is a lie," and added:

"They don’t even have the decency to say sorry. Someday, everything will come back to them.”

When another follower reassured her that her life is too precious to waste being sad over a bad person, Yoon Chaekyung responded, “I guess it’s Lucky Vicky that I found out now.”

This isn’t the first time Yoon Chaekyung has sparked rumor and interest surrounding her love life. She previously reposted a message that read, “You should never take back someone who cheats on you. It’s not that they stop cheating; they just get better at hiding it.”

For broader context, Yoon Chaekyung was caught up in dating rumors with a former national badminton player Lee Yongdae in November 2025. At the time, her agency stated, "Because it concerns her private life, it is difficult to confirm."

Lee Yongdae married actress Byun Soomi in 2017 after six years of dating, but the couple divorced about a year later. He has since been raising their daughter on his own.

Meanwhile, Yoon Chaekyung debuted in 2012 as a member of the girl group Puretty. After appearing on 'Produce 101' in 2016, she joined APRIL. Following APRIL’s disbandment in 2022, she transitioned into acting.

Soyou Reveals She Only Learned Her Ex-Boyfriend Had Cheated After They Broke Up

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 04:34:23 +0000

Soyou recently opened up about a past relationship, revealing that she only learned her ex-boyfriend had cheated on her after they had already broken up.

On August 17, Soyou talked about relationships and marriage in a video uploaded to her YouTube channel 'SOYOUGI.' When asked to choose between a partner who honestly admits to cheating and one who hides it until the very end, she surprisingly picked the latter. She stated:

“I always say, ‘Go ahead and cheat. Just don’t let me catch you.’”

Soyou explained that if she finds out her partner is having an affair, she tends to end the relationship right away. She revealed that her perspective comes from personal experience, recalling:

“There was one time when my ex-boyfriend cheated on me. I had a feeling that something was off, but I only found out after we broke up.”

She continued, "We broke up for another reason, but later I found out that he had actually cheated on me a lot."

Looking back on the relationship, Soyou made it clear that she has no lingering feelings for him. What bothers her more is the time she feels she wasted. She bitterly said:

“He wasn’t a good person. When I think about that time, I feel like it was such a waste. Why did I waste the best years of my youth on him?"

She then added with a laugh, “Not even ‘him.’ That bastard.”

Songs You May Have Missed: June 2026 (YEOJIN, dodree, CLASSy, HAN, EVAN, JUN. K, AleXa, Keyveatz, VAYONN, KIMSOHEE, PRIMROSE, more)

noreply@blogger.com (Pannguy) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:52:36 +0000

Hello, playlist darlings, it’s me, Ells, back once again with some songs you may have missed during June. I don’t know how it’s been for you guys wherever you are, but I’ve been dealing with what feels like a neverending heatwave and I’m absolutely sick of it. I hope you’re all keeping well, and that …

Kim Jaejoong Opens Up About the Dark Side of Growing Up Handsome

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:34:34 +0000

Kim Jaejoong recently revealed a darker side to growing up handsome.

On August 15, Kim Jaejoong made a guest appearance on the Youtube channel 'Kkondaedaehee.' During the episode, when Kim Daehee asked, "You've been handsome since you were young, right?" Jaejoong replied, "No," and added, "I was cute as a baby, but I became kind of ugly in middle school."

Jaejoong continued, "My face started looking better after I entered high school. I never really went through any particularly noticeable changes during puberty," before recalling:

"Life was too hard for me to even notice puberty."

Jaejoong shared that his teenage years were filled with struggles and targeted bullying from older students. He recalled, "I kept wondering, 'Why did they hit me so much?'," and added:

"During my school years, the older kids would always pick on kids who were pale or looked different from them. If you didn't look down, they would drag you into back alleys."

Furthermore, Jaejoong shared a specific incident when older students targeted him: "They tricked me by saying that a pretty girl liked me. They told me to follow them to the rooftop."

These experiences eventually affected the way Jaejoong carried himself. He revealed, "I have a forward-head posture because I spent so much time walking around while looking at the ground to avoid making eye contact," and added, "I would even take long detours between home and school to avoid running into them."

Because of the trauma he went through while growing up due to his noticeable appearance, Jaejoong admitted:

"I really root for people who are naturally good-looking. There are a lot of difficult things that can come with it. It can be inconvenient."

He added, "People around you are constantly taking photos. You can't always eat however you want, and you have to manage your facial expressions while eating."

Former NewJeans Member Danielle Spotted at the Liberation Day Charity Run

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:34:39 +0000

Former NewJeans member Danielle recently made a rare public appearance in South Korea by participating in a marathon charity run held to commemorate Liberation Day.

On August 15, posts and videos of Danielle running near World Park in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul for the '2026 815 Run' quickly spread across social media. One fan who shared a video wrote, "Danielle crossed the finish line at today's run."

The 815 Run is an annual charity run organized by Habitat for Humanity Korea to mark Liberation Day while raising money to improve the living conditions of descendants of Korean independence activists. Participants run an 8.15 km course, with all registration fees and corporate sponsorships going directly toward housing projects for these families.

This marks Danielle's second time joining the event, following her participation in the event last year. Singer Sean previously revealed that Danielle reached out to him the day before the run to express her support for the cause before completing the 8.15 km course.

Danielle has also taken part in international running events. Last month, she competed in the China Airlines Half Marathon in Australia, finishing the 21.0975 km race with an impressive time of 1 hour, 49 minutes, and 13 seconds.

Her rare appearance comes amid an ongoing legal dispute with her former agency, ADOR. Back in December 2025, ADOR officially terminated Danielle's exclusive contract while filing a damages lawsuit against her, one of her family members, and former ADOR CEO Min Heejin, seeking approximately 33 billion KRW (around $23 million) in compensation.

During the fourth hearing held on July 23, the two sides continued to clash over how damages from the group's hiatus should be calculated. ADOR argued that revenue losses caused by all five members pausing their activities should be included in the claim. On the other hand, Danielle's side argued that she should not be held responsible for losses caused by the other members' inactivity.

The court has also started a formal financial appraisal process, with the first report scheduled to be submitted by September 10.

Hayoung Reportedly Breaks Down in Tears on Set Amid Great-Grandfather Controversy

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:34:18 +0000

Actress Hayoung, who has recently been identified as a descendant of a pro-Japanese collaborator, is reportedly facing a difficult situation while filming SBS' upcoming drama 'There Is a Chance of Winning.'

According to a report from MyDaily on the 16th, Hayoung is continuing to film the drama set to air next February despite the contorvesy surrounding her great-grandfather's alleged pro-Japanese ties.

The situation escalated during filming on August 13, when Hayoung reportedly broke down in tears and was unable to control her emotions on set. Ultimately, filming was forced to pause temporarily. She had to take several hours to rest and compose herself before returning to finish filming.

The controversy first surfaced on August 10, just one day before Hayoung’s birthday. The production team had originally prepared a birthday cake for her on August 11, but the celebration was quietly canceled following the controversy.

This naturally leaves SBS in a difficult spot. With nearly 90% of filming complete and ten of billions of KRW already invested in the drama, replacing the lead actress is nearly out of the question. Accordingly, SBS has not changed its decision regarding her casting. The broadcasting station previously stated:

"We are aware of the issue and are closely monitoring how the situation develops. If there are any developments to share in the future, we will let you know."

However, SBS cannot simply ignore the public sentiment either. The drama is scheduled to premiere in February 2027, around the time of March 1st Independence Movement Day. Furthermore, because 'There Is a Winning Chance' is a remake of a Japanese drama, there are concerns that the controversy surrounding Hayoung's great-grandfather could draw more criticism and pottentionally affect advertising deals.

Moreover, reports that Hayoung 'cried on set' and 'was emotionally shaken' might backfire. While the public can understand her emotional distress, forcing a high-budget production to halt creates new issues. Rather than generating sympathy, these reports could spark further backlash for causing trouble for the crew.

The controversy itself centers on her great-grandfather, Ahn Sangho, who worked as a doctor during the Japanese colonial era and has been accused as a pro-Japanese collaborator.

Things became even more controversial after attention was turned to Kim Yongsook's 1983 historical book, 'A Study of Court Customs in the Joseon Dynasty.' The book describes Ahn Sangho's wife as 'the daughter of a Japanese general serving under the Japanese Government-General of Korea at the time.'

Meanwhile, some of Hayoung's commercial endorsements and media appearances are already taking a hit. Promotional videos featuring the actress for an electronics brand and a clothing brand have been set to private, while an episode of KBS' 'Problem Child in House' where she discussed her great-grandfather has also been removed from its VOD services. Pre-shot promotional content for her upcoming Netflix series 'Our Sticky Love' is also reportedly unlikely air.