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“My Royal Nemesis” is a romantic comedy starring Lim Ji Yeon as Shin Seo Ri, a struggling actress who is suddenly possessed by the spirit of a notorious villainess from the Joseon era.

Lim Ji Yeon shared an update on what she had been up to since the conclusion of “My Royal Nemesis.” She commented, “I haven’t been doing anything special. I’ve just been taking a good rest. I’ve been working out and meeting a lot of people. I think I was able to send off Seo Ri with a smile.”

She added, “I think I’ve finally learned how to let go of my characters in my own way. Even after the drama ended, I had many opportunities to meet with the ‘My Royal Nemesis’ team, so we spent time laughing and having fun together. I’ve come to realize that once you’ve given a role your all without any regrets, you can say goodbye to it wholeheartedly without feeling sad.”

“My Royal Nemesis” received immense love from viewers both in Korea and abroad, thanks to Lim Ji Yeon’s strong presence, polished comedic acting, and excellent emotional performances. Lim Ji Yeon, who received rave reviews for her comedic acting, opened up about taking on comedy for the first time. She shared, “The character itself was charming, and thankfully, the script left me no choice but to have fun with it.”

She continued, “That doesn’t mean I went into the set thinking that I had to make a fool of myself. Over-the-top antics don’t automatically make something funny when there’s no need for them. You simply work hard toward your goal in a way that fits the character and the situation. And I think that when you’re acting, you just have to let go of yourself. When I put Lim Ji Yeon aside and step into the character of Shin Seo Ri, viewers see me as Seo Ri in that moment.”

Speaking about the experience she has accumulated as an actress through numerous projects, Lim Ji Yeon said, “I’ve learned how to control my emotions, and I’m still studying how to do it better.”

She continued, “Being an actor is a profession that naturally requires you to expend a lot of emotion, so I think it’s inevitable that you can become sensitive. During this break, I cut back on weight training and focused on low-impact exercises, partly for that reason. I also started meditating, and training myself to closely observe my body and mind while focusing on my breathing has been very helpful. I’m currently figuring out how I can maintain this routine when I’m filming.”

Lim Ji Yeon’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the September issue of Cosmopolitan Korea.

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Fable Company stated:

"We are currently organizing our position regarding the allegations against Hong Min Gi and plan to release it shortly."

As of writing, his agency reportedly denied the allegations, but are still planning to release an official statement.

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Actor Hong Mingi, who has already filmed for Study Group 2, is facing dating violence allegations after an influencer claimed to have sent a legal notice against him.

According to the document she shared, the allegations include:

• Throwing and smashing soju bottles at the victim in public, causing fear and severe psychological distress.

• Repeatedly hitting, shoving, and grabbing the victim by the neck, along with threats related to alleged cheating.

• Secretly accessing the victim’s KakaoTalk messages and other information on their phone while allegedly looking for evidence of cheating.

• An incident in which the victim allegedly made the perpetrator drive while intoxicated, resulting in a serious accident and injuries documented by photographs.

These are allegations described in the document shared by the influencer and have not been independently verified.

Lee Jong Won may be joining the cast of an upcoming fantasy romance drama following Lee Soo Hyuk’s departure.

On August 19, Xportsnews reported that Lee Soo Hyuk decided to step down from the upcoming drama “Men of the Harem” (literal title). mydaily further reported that Lee Jong Won will be replacing Lee Soo Hyuk’s role.

In response to the report, Saram Entertainment briefly confirmed, “Lee Soo Hyuk has stepped down from ‘Men of the Harem.’ The reason is due to scheduling.” Lee Jong Won’s agency THEBLACKLABEL commented, “Lee Jong Won received an offer to star in ‘Men of the Harem,’ and he is in talks.”

Based on a popular web novel, “Men of the Harem” is a fantasy romance drama about Empress Latil of the Tarium Empire, who brings in male concubines in order to protect her throne. Previously, it was reported that Suzy is in talks to star as Empress Latil, while Shin Seung Ho, Dex, Kim Dan, Yoo Jung Hoo are in talks to also star in the drama.

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Synopsis : True Confession' is an office romance series that tells the story of a "tiger mentor" who instilled fear in a newcomer and returns completely transformed.

Broadcast network and premiere date is still under discussion.

Rumored to be helmed by the director and writer of <My Sweet Mobster>

https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/311/0002046691

Synopsis : True Confession' is an office romance series that tells the story of a "tiger mentor" who instilled fear in a newcomer and returns completely transformed.

Broadcast network and premiere date is still under discussion.

Rumored to be helmed by the director and writer of <My Sweet Mobster>

https://m.entertain.naver.com/home/article/311/0002046691

Synopsis : Set against the backdrop of Seoul Tower, a massive shopping mall where a zombie outbreak has occurred, 'We Are the Zombie' depicts the story of many people, including Kim In-jong who could not be rescued, as they coexist with zombies within the building. It is based on the Naver webtoon of the same name.

Inspiration for this post is taken recently from Spooky In Love character’s Cheon Yeo-Ri and Ma Gang-Uk !

Some of these k-drama couples are doing promos incase you think “huh I don’t remember this scene from the drama”

Do you have a favourite?

Feel free to add! more added below as only allowed 20 in post.

I can name some but not all if you need to know which k-drama 😃

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KBS has confirmed a special two part variety show, “Moonlight Re Drawn,” featuring Park Bo Gum, Kim Yoo Jung, Jinyoung, Chae Soo Bin, and Kwak Dong Yeon.

The five stars reunited for a special 2 day 1 night trip to Hongcheon in Gangwon Province. The reunion was reportedly filled with the same bright and playful energy they had back when they were filming the drama 10 years ago.

The original Love in the Moonlight was a massive hit, reaching a 23.3% peak rating and topping TV buzz rankings for seven consecutive weeks. Now, 10 years later, the cast is back together to revisit their memories and show how their friendship has lasted all these years 💙

“Moonlight Re Drawn” premieres September 16 at 8:30 PM KST, with the second episode airing September 23 at 9 PM KST.

Ha Young has apologized for the recent controversyover her family history.

On August 12, Ha Young took to her personal Instagram account to share a handwritten letter apologizing for the recent controversy.

Read the full post below:

This is Ha Young.
First and foremost, I bow my head in apology for the disappointment and pain I have caused due to issues related to my great-grandfather. Recently, as I learned of the past actions of my great-grandfather Ahn Sang Ho, I have been reflecting on my family’s history with a heavy heart.

Until now, I had only known about my great-grandfather’s life in fragments, based on stories passed down through my family. Shamefully, I spoke of him in various settings as if he were a source of family pride, while remaining in such a state of ignorance.
Through this incident, I went through the process of looking up relevant materials myself and learned of my great-grandfather’s pro-Japanese activities. I deeply regret that I spoke of my family history so lightly without properly understanding the painful history of our country during the Japanese colonial period.
Furthermore, when the controversy first arose, I myself did not know the exact facts, which led to the agency releasing a statement claiming the reports were “groundless.” I believe it was my own shortcoming that allowed such an incorrect statement to be delivered without sufficient verification. I sincerely apologize for the greater confusion and wound this has caused.
I also apologize repeatedly for the delay in expressing my position, as I was deeply troubled and struggled with how to convey my sincere apologies given the gravity of the situation.

I realize that the fact that I was unaware of these things cannot be an excuse to ignore or treat that history lightly. I accept those errors with a heavy heart and, as a descendant, I offer my sincere apologies. I feel even more remorseful for causing trouble due to my shortcomings during a time leading up to National Liberation Day.

I will keep this incident deep in my heart. I will properly examine my family’s history and that era, and I will adopt a more cautious attitude toward history in the future. Furthermore, I will study our history in depth and do my utmost to serve with respect for the independence activists and everyone who dedicated themselves to the liberation and well-being of our country. I will prove this not just with words but with actions.

Once again, I sincerely apologize to everyone who has been worried by this.
Sincerely,
Ha Young

https://www.soompi.com/article/1862344wpp/ha-young-personally-apologizes-for-recent-family-history-controversy

Actress Ha Young’s agency has released a new statement regarding the recent controversy surrounding her family history.

Ha Young recently appeared on programs such as the KBS2 variety show “Problem Child in House,” where she mentioned her family’s four-generation legacy in the medical field, spanning from her great-grandfather and grandfather to her father and older sister. In particular, she introduced her great-grandfather as someone who studied medicine in Japan before opening a Western-style clinic in Hanyang (Seoul) and treating Emperor Gojong.

Following the broadcast, speculation spread that the great-grandfather Ha Young mentioned was the doctor Ahn Sang Ho, which her agency BISTUS Entertainment subsequently confirmed. Afterward, records emerged showing Ahn Sang Ho’s name on the list of council members for the Daejeong Chinmokhoe (a pro-Japanese organization) in 1916, sparking controversy regarding his activities during the Japanese colonial period.

On August 10, her agency released an official statement, saying the allegations raised online regarding Ahn Sang Ho’s alleged pro-Japanese activities were “groundless.” However, a day later—on August 11—the agency apologized, stating, “We sincerely apologize for causing confusion by hastily responding that the reports were ‘groundless’ without sufficient verification.”
Read the agency’s full statement below:

Hello, this is BISTUS Entertainment.
We are conveying our position regarding the recent reports concerning actress Ha Young’s family history.
First, we would like to address our previous statement that the reports were “groundless.” Upon further verification, we have confirmed that there is indeed an existing record of her great-grandfather, doctor Ahn Sang Ho, being listed as a council member of the Daejeong Chinmokhoe in 1916. We sincerely apologize for causing confusion by hastily responding that the reports were “groundless” without sufficient verification.

During a recent appearance on a broadcast program, actress Ha Young mentioned her family’s four-generation legacy in the medical field while responding to a question. The actress herself is feeling very heavy-hearted that this has unintentionally led to controversy.
Through this incident, our company has deeply realized how much careful verification is required when conveying historical facts and an individual’s background to the public.
Actress Ha Young also deeply takes to heart the concern caused by this incident, and she will approach her future activities with a more cautious and humble attitude.
Thank you.

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Actress Seo Hye Won is expecting her first child, marking another joyful milestone just four months after publicly announcing her marriage. On August 10, the 1993-born actress quietly revealed the news on social media by sharing baby clothes, a doll and a handwritten message wishing her happiness as a mother.

Seo Hye Won announced her marriage on April 1, although her agency revealed she and her non-celebrity husband had already registered their marriage earlier in the year. Instead of holding a traditional wedding, the couple celebrated privately with their families.

Known for scene-stealing roles in A Business Proposal and Extraordinary Attorney Woo. Her growing career was recognized with the Female Scene Stealer Award at the 2025 SBS Drama AwardS.

Now, at 32, Seo Hye Won begins an exciting new chapter motherhood.

Song Kang has shared his thoughts on his upcoming drama “Four Hands, Two Sonatas”!

“Four Hands” is a piano term that refers to a technique where two people play a single piano together. The drama “Four Hands, Two Sonatas” will depict the friendship, love, rivalry, and growth of youths who meet at an arts high school, following their journey from adolescence to adulthood as professional pianists.
Song Kang recalled the reason he chose the project, saying, “After I first read the script, the script for ‘Four Hands, Two Sonatas’ kept lingering in my mind even while I was reading other projects.”

Regarding his character Kang Bi Oh, he said, “For Kang Bi Oh, the piano is both a language through which he communicates with the world and a heavy presence through which he must prove himself. At the same time, I think it is everything that drives Kang Bi Oh and causes the greatest upheaval in his life.”

Taking on the role of a pianist in the drama, he said, “I’ve always liked the piano as an instrument, to the point that I listen to piano pieces and jazz piano in my everyday life. So I think I was even more drawn to this project because it centers on music.”

“Four Hands, Two Sonatas” will premiere on August 29 at 9:10 p.m. KST.

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Her donation will be used for improving inpatient room facilities and helping cover treatment costs for children from low-income families, especially patients with rare and severe diseases who come for treatment from various regions.

She said the decision to make this donation came after filming Doctor X and becoming more closely connected to the stories of medical staff and children undergoing treatment.

Kim Jiwon said she wants to convey her gratitude as well as support for the medical staff, child patients, and families who continue to fight on.

“I couldn’t forget the children I met while filming the drama.”

“I want to sincerely express my gratitude and support to the medical professionals who continue to work tirelessly even at this very moment, as well as to the patients and their families.”

On August 7th, a YouTube channel uploaded a video featuring U-KISS member-turned-actor Lee Jun Young.

The video showed Lee Jun Young having a talk with Lee Young Ji before entering the military. Facing his upcoming enlistment, Lee Jun Young said, “Lately, I’ve had a lot of time to zone out. I worked continuously for 5 or 6 years without rest. I had been really busy, but now it feels like time suddenly stopped.”

When Lee Young Ji asked, “You said you worked for nearly 5 years without rest. Did you earn a lot of money?” Lee Jun Young responded, “I didn’t waste it on frivolous things, I saved it and bought a house for my parents,” revealing his filial devotion and impressing the production team.

He added, “Besides buying my parents a house, I have a long-time hobby—I spent quite a bit on Pokémon cards,” surprising viewers. Lee Young Ji shared the same interest, saying, “I like Pokémon too. I also buy Pokémon cards.”

When asked if there was a reason he hadn’t dated much, Lee Jun Young answered, “My success was my number one priority. My family had a tough time, and I can’t forget the efforts my mom and dad made. When I was young, I wanted to pay off all the debts and become a hugely successful artist. That’s why I pursued music.”

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Based on a webtoon, “My Bias, My Boss” tells the story of the romance between Nam Da Reum (Kim Hye Jun), who joins a company to meet her longtime idol bias Lee Chan (Cha Woo Min), and the company’s CEO Kang Ha Gi (Kang Hoon).