Lee Byung-hun blackmailer claims they dated

Model Lee Ji-yeon, one of two people charged with blackmailing A-list actor Lee Byung-hun, raised fresh claims that she committed the crime in a fit of rage after the star broke up with her.　The Lee’s lawyer claimed Thursday that she threatened him with a video that could tarnish his image as revenge after the top star split up with her. 　The two started dating three months ago, the lawyer said during the interview with a local media outlet. The Hollywood star is currently married to actress Lee

Sept. 11, 2014

Lee Min-ho to launch fan meeting tour in October

South Korean actor Lee Min-ho will embark on a worldwide fan meeting tour in October, his agency announced Thursday. 　Lee will kick off the tour, titled “RE:boot,” in Seoul and hold the first overseas fan meeting on Oct. 4 in Beijing, where Lee has enjoyed immense popularity following the success of his dramas “Boys Over Flowers” and “The Heirs.” 　 (OSEN)The fan festival is set to move to Guangzhou on Oct. 26, Nanjing on Nov. 1 and Shanghai on Nov. 22. A more detailed itinerary will be available

Sept. 11, 2014

Infinite Challenge members step on Park Myeong-su’s nose

Yoo Jae-suk and Jeong Jun-ha of MBC reality show “Infinite Challenge” teased fellow cast mate Park Myung-su on Thursday, making fun of his “sloppy” DJ skills that he showed in a live radio show. Yoo and Jeong singled out Park because he showed the highest confidence when the entertainers were challenged to host a live radio show.“I am disappointed to hear he was all thumbs in this morning’s radio show,” Yoo said in a phone call with Park while the show aired at 91.9MHz, driving the audience into

Sept. 11, 2014

2PM Wooyoung and Park Se-young to leave ‘We Got Married 4’

Wooyoung of 2PM and actress Park Se-young are to leave MBC real variety program “We Got Married 4,” according to local reports Thursday.“Wooyoung and Se-young participated in their last filming for the program in the end of August,” an official of the program was quoted as saying. “The two will now be focusing on their own careers,” the official added.They appeared in the program for the past nine months as a married couple and were loved by many fans.The next couple to fill in for the two are r

Sept. 11, 2014

Tang Wei beams in ‘The Golden Era’ poster

The official poster of Chinese film "The Golden Era."An official poster of the film “The Golden Era,” starring Chinese actors Tang Wei and Feng Shaogeng, was released on Thursday. The Chinese film, directed by Ann Hui, is a historical romance that depicts the turbulent lives of two Chinese writers in the fast-developing China of the 1930s. In the poster, Tang is wearing a Western-style blouse; has short, wavy hair; and is holding a lit cigarette in her hand -- a rare look for a Chinese woman in

Sept. 11, 2014

Lee Jong-suk’s morning selfie

Actor Lee Jong-suk posted a selfie on his Weibo account on Thursday, adding the words “It’s a lethargic morning for me today. But I will look forward to the exciting afternoon, like I do every day.” The selfie shows Lee, who seemed to have woken up few minutes ago, with a makeup-free face and un-styled hair. The fans showed various reactions by writing “Good morning.” “Finally a Weibo update by Jong-suk” and “We get cheered up by your selfie.” By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.co

Sept. 11, 2014

Chaerim visits Summer Palace with Gao Ziqi’s mother

Actress Chaerim take a Beijing tour with her fiancé, Chinese actor Gao Ziqi, and his mother.Actress Chaerim set out on a Beijing tour with her fiancé, Chinese actor Gao Ziqi, and his mother.The actress on Wednesday uploaded a photo of her soon-to-be husband, mother-in-law and herself, having good time at the Summer Palace in Beijing, China. With the photo, Chaerim revealed concerns about the complicated legal process of filing for an international marriage, scheduled for next week. The Korean-Ch

Sept. 11, 2014

Oh Chang-seok was among big 5 Gangnam hotshots with Hyun Bin

Actor Oh Chang-seok (top) appears on MBC`s "Radio Star," aired on Thursday. (MBC)Actor Oh Chang-seok said on “Radio Star” that he used to be one of the five mega-hotshots of Gangnam district with actor Hyun Bin.On the MBC talk show, aired on Wednesday, Oh said he was dubbed one of the “five mega-handsome hotshots” in his high school days, along with Hyun Bin and actresses Lee Min-jung and Jun Ji-hyun. “Also in the big five was actor Hyun Bin of Youngdong High School,” Oh said. “I was not acquain

Sept. 11, 2014

Kahi’s travel pictorial

Kahi, a former member of Afterschool, posed for fashion-beauty book “0/1creativebook.” The former idol posed for the concept “travel.” Kahi was wearing a blue bikini and a white top while lying on a bed of flowers and giving a soft gaze. She also showed off her new short hairstyle. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: 0/1creativebook)

Sept. 11, 2014

JYJ ready to captivate Taiwan with concert

K-pop boy band JYJ’s photo on a plane to Taiwan was released on Wednesday. 　The group’s label C-Jes Entertainment posted a photo of JYJ members posing for a photo en route to Taiwan for their upcoming concert. 　(Facebook)“Hello, Taipei. We are looking forward to meeting you after three years! Dear fans, we will see you tomorrow!” JYJ wrote on Facebook alongside the photo.　Some 200 fans had waited at the airport where JYJ was supposed to arrive, but the band sneaked out through VIP passage. 　The

Sept. 11, 2014

Ok Taecyeon in dandy suits

2PM member Taecyeon, who is set to come back on Sept. 15, posed in dandy suits for fashion brand Sieg Fahrenheit. The idol was wearing classic monotone coats and suits and showed off his manly character. The coats Taecyeon wears can be used in daily life and matched both to formal and casual styles. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: Sieg Fahrenheit)

Sept. 11, 2014

‘Mommy’s boy‘ MBLAQ Lee Joon spotted in cinema with mother

Lee Joon from the boy group MBLAQ recently went on a “movie date” with his mother.A fan on Tuesday uploaded a photo of Lee Joon and his mother having a good time at a theater in Apgujeong-dong, Seoul. The two went to see “My Brilliant Life,” the fan wrote. According to the uploader, Lee Joon escorted his mother to a cafe after the film. Lee was wearing a cap, a hoody and glasses, but did not conceal himself with a huge mask as many celebrities do, the fan said. He seemed to be having a good day

Sept. 10, 2014

Fans go crazy over 2PM’s ‘Go Crazy’ M/V

“Go Crazy,” the title track of 2PM’s latest album, has gained massive popularity since its release on Wednesday.The music video was revealed on the official Facebook and Twitter accounts of 2PM and JYP Entertainment.In the music video, 2PM members dance under a disco light. Then they move into a warehouse and continue to dance frantically.The boy band’s energetic and powerful dance moves, including a move nicknamed “the motorcycle dance,” were more than enough to excite the viewers.“Go Crazy” wa

Sept. 10, 2014

David Oh grieves for ‘We Got Married’ partner RiSe

David Oh and Ladies' Code Kwon RiSe appear on MBC's reality show "We Got Married."Singer David Oh grieved at the funeral of Ladies’ Code Kwon RiSe on Tuesday, mourning the death of his fictional wife from MBC’s reality show “We Got Married.”Oh bid farewell to Kwon at the funeral at Korea University Hospital with fellow singer Lee Tae-gon. In 2010, Oh and Kwon appeared on MBC’s singing survival show “The Great Birth.” Two years later, the two became the perfect pseudo husband and wife on popular

Sept. 10, 2014

Park Si-yeon to play star anchorwoman

Actress Park Si-yeon plays star anchorwoman in the upcoming TV Chosun drama “The Best Marriage.” (TV Chosun)Still-cuts of actress Park Si-yeon were released on Wednesday, giving audiences a peep into the upcoming TV Chosun drama “The Best Marriage.” The photos show the actress elegantly dressed as star anchorwoman Cha Gi-young, the show’s heroine.The Saturday-Sunday drama kicks off on Sept. 27.(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Sept. 10, 2014

Yunho, Jung Il-woo signal alliance to save Joseon

Actors Yunho (top) and Jung Il-woo (center). (MBC)Lead actor Jung Il-woo and actor-singer Yunho of TVXQ set off to become night watchmen in the latest episode of MBC’s epic television series “The Night Watchman,” aired on Tuesday. In the show, Prince Yi Lin (Jung) begins persuading swordsman Moo-suk (Yunho) to join him in fighting off the demon that has been spreading a fatal disease throughout the country. Moo-suk is skeptical about Yi Lin’s ghostbuster project at first, but is persuaded when h

Sept. 10, 2014

Psy, BigBang to end Asiad's opening, closing ceremonies

 South Korean rapper Psy and boy band BigBang will perform the finales of the opening and closing ceremonies, respectively, at the Asian Games later this month, their management agency said Sunday.The 2014 Asian Games will kick off on Sept. 19 for a 16-day run in Incheon, a metropolitan city west of Seoul.Psy, whose music video "Gangnam Style" catapulted him to global stardom in 2012, will stage the last act of the opening ceremony on Sept. 19, while BigBang will perform the last act of the clos

Sept. 7, 2014

Ladies’ Code RiSe dies after surgery: agency

Singer Kwon Ri-sae, also known as Rise (Osen)RiSe of the Ladies’ Code died Sunday, failing to recover from a car accident last week that claimed the life of another member of the K-pop group.The 23-year-old singer, whose real name is Kwon Ri-sae, had sustained a severe injury to the head after the van she was in skidded off the road and crashed into a protective wall early Wednesday. Fellow group member Koh EunB died shortly after the accident, while three other members suffered injuries.“RiSe p

Sept. 7, 2014

YG trainee rapper Bobby wins ‘Show Me the Money’

YG trainee Bobby proved he has what it takes to be a hip-hop artist Thursday night by beating out underground rapper Iron to win the third season of Mnet rap survival program “Show Me the Money.” It was an electrifying final episode of the competition, kicking off with the final three contestants squaring off in two matchups ― Brand New team’s C Jamm versus Iron and then Bobby versus Iron in the final ― with the theme being money for the semifinals. In the last semifinal matchup, C Jamm hit the

Sept. 5, 2014

Jaejoong’s fashion brand to be released in China

The fashion brand Moldir, closely linked to the Korean pop icon Jaejoong, is set to join hands with the fashion brand Deconetishion.The two firms are currently in talks on founding a joint venture targeting China’s fashion market, according to local news reports Thursday. Deconetishion is to be in charge of product manufacturing and marketing in China.Moldir was launched in September 2013, with Jaejoong owning the largest number of shares and serving as the art director for its products, which i

Sept. 5, 2014