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Singer Park Chang-geun Successfully Completes Mini-Concert Inviting Fan Cafe ‘Geunirang’… Special Connection with 33 Fans

Singer Park Chang-geun shared photos of an unplugged mini-concert held for 33 selected members of his fan cafe, 'Geunirang,' where he connected with fans through acoustic instruments.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Ahn Jung-hwan reaches 500 million won in cumulative YouTube donations... contemplating future direction

Broadcaster Ahn Jung-hwan's YouTube channel 'Ahn Jung-hwan 19' has surpassed 500 million won in cumulative donations. While celebrating this achievement, Ahn expressed emotional distress caused by online criticism and stated a need for time to reorganize the channel's direction.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-movie

18th Seoul International Short Film Festival Confirms 119 Finalists for Competition

The 18th Seoul International Short Film Festival has selected 119 films for its main competition from a total of 3,004 entries submitted from 74 countries. The festival will feature various categories, including a newly established AI competition category, and will run from October 23 to 28.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-drama

Seoul Drama Awards 2026, Kim Namgil and Lee Jae-eun Selected as MCs

Actor Kim Namgil and MBC announcer Lee Jae-eun have been chosen as the hosts for the Seoul Drama Awards 2026, which will be held on October 8 at the KBS Hall. This year's event features a record-breaking 352 entries from 46 countries.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Community Chest of Korea Brand Advertisement Surpasses 60 Million Views in Just 5 Weeks

The 2026 year-round brand advertisement for the Community Chest of Korea, featuring actors Shin Gu and Park Geun-hyung, has reached 60 million cumulative views on its official YouTube channel within five weeks of release.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-movie

Nijigen no Mori to Rehost 'Godzilla Minus One' Special Exhibition on September 18

Nijigen no Mori animation theme park in Awaji Island will host a special exhibition for the film 'Godzilla Minus One' from September 18 to December 6. The exhibition will feature photo panels of key scenes, artifacts related to Operation Wada-tsumi, and a Godzilla statue.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

The 18th Seoul International Architecture Film Festival Transitions to Online Screenings After Completing Offline Schedule

The 18th Seoul International Architecture Film Festival successfully concluded its offline events held from the 4th to the 6th, featuring 14 films from 12 countries. To extend the festival's reach, online screenings will be available for free on Naver TV until the 20th.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Commercial featuring Shin Gu and Park Geun-hyung for Community Chest of Korea surpasses 60 million cumulative views

The 2026 year-round brand advertisement for the Community Chest of Korea, starring veteran actors Shin Gu and Park Geun-hyung, has exceeded 60 million cumulative views within five weeks of its release.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Woongsang Community Welfare Center Conducts Youth Sharing Leadership Training at Daeunsan Natural Recreation Forest

Woongsang Community Welfare Center collaborated with Daeunsan Natural Recreation Forest to host a leadership program for local youth focused on sharing and community values. The experiential education aims to foster emotional development and social skills through nature-based activities.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

ARTMS HaSeul releases new song ‘Afterglow’... adding jazz and rock to city pop

ARTMS member HaSeul has released her new single 'Afterglow,' a track that blends city pop with jazz and rock elements. The song uses the metaphor of starlight that fails to reach its destination to express scattered, unrequited feelings.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Solbi, from visiting art exhibitions to yacht tours... Relaxed recent life after debuting as a writer

Singer and painter Solbi shared glimpses of her relaxing weekend through social media, featuring art exhibitions and a yacht tour. She also recently announced her official debut as a writer with the short drama "My Ex-Boyfriend is a Top Star."

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Kwak Min-jeong and Moon Seong-gon, Bubu, Show Unchanging Affection Even in Their 6th Year of Marriage

Former national figure skater Kwak Min-jeong shared updates of her life with her husband, professional basketball player Moon Seong-gon, via social media. Despite their busy schedules, the couple continues to enjoy dates and time with their dog.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

Doh Kyung-soo to make solo comeback with fourth mini album 'DOPAMINE'... title track 'Guitarist'

Doh Kyung-soo is releasing his fourth solo mini album 'DOPAMINE' on the 8th, featuring five tracks including the title track 'Guitarist'. This comeback follows his digital single 'DUMB' released last year.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-drama

Moon Ga-young, a reunion with Cha Eun Woo after 7 years? Considering appearance in drama ‘Seorabeol Knife’

Actress Moon Ga-young is in discussions to star in the upcoming drama ‘Seorabeol Knife’ as Princess Deok-young, potentially reuniting with Cha Eun Woo for the first time since ‘True Beauty’.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-Variety

Sold every second... Annual revenue of 140 billion won, Kim Yeung-shik's 'Half-cut Shot' legend

In the upcoming episode of EBS's "Seo Jang-hoon's Millionaire Next Door," Chairman Kim Yeung-shik, the "Bread Millionaire" behind the viral cream bread craze, shares his success story and manufacturing process.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

Celebrating NCT Brand Launch 10th Anniversary... Large Art Balloon Exhibition at Seokchon Lake

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NCT brand, a large 16m art balloon and special lighting will be displayed at Seokchon Lake, followed by a commemorative exhibition titled 'EXHIBITION : NEO DIMENSION' at Lotte World Adventure.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Great Minds Season 6: First Inclusion of Domestic Scholars, Premiering October 12

EBS held a production briefing for the sixth season of "Great Minds," featuring a record 50 scholars, including the first-ever appearance of prominent South Korean academics. The program aims to expand lifelong learning opportunities by linking broadcast content with K-MOOC.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Family Musical 'I Am a Firefly' to Open at Yerimdang Art Hall on the 9th

The children's and family musical 'I Am a Firefly' will premiere on September 9th at the Yerimdang Art Hall in Gangnam, Seoul. Based on a picture book inspired by musician Jung Jung-sik's song of the same name, the story follows Seo-yun, a protagonist who fears the darkness after losing her father, as she finds the light in her heart again through a firefly.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

HANA member Ji Soo to make solo debut as 'Lee Ji Soo' with single 'MISMATCH'

Ji Soo, a member of the seven-member Japanese group HANA, is making her solo debut under the name Lee Ji Soo with the release of her single 'MISMATCH'. The single features two tracks, including the title track and 'Movie Star', which was produced by HANA's producer Chanmina.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

Culture

Bands SORAN, Pentacle, and Dirty Shoes to Hold Joint Concert 'FOOTPRINT' on October 30

Bands SORAN, Pentacle, and Dirty Shoes will hold a special live concert titled 'FOOTPRINT' at XSCALA in Seoul on October 30.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

Hyolyn reunites with Mad Clown... New song ‘ChecK Remix’ to be released on the 8th

Singer Hyolyn is releasing a new remix of her title track ‘ChecK’ featuring rapper Mad Clown on the 8th. The two artists have a history of successful collaborations and will showcase a more diverse energy through this new version.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

BOYNEXTDOOR Reveals Comeback Schedule for 1st Full Album Repackage ‘HOME : DELUXE’

Boynextdoor has announced the promotion schedule for their first full album repackage, 'HOME : DELUXE', which includes various teasers leading up to the full release on the 28th.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

SHINee Onew to Comeback in One Year with Fourth Japanese Single ‘Kakera -Unmei no Piece-’

SHINee member Onew is returning to his Japanese fans with his fourth single, ‘Kakera -Unmei no Piece-’, which features five tracks including a title track and cover songs. Following the release, he will hold a solo concert in Tokyo on the 22nd and 23rd.

정세연 · 2026.09.08

K-pop

Lee Chan-won Ranks 1st for Two Consecutive Months; Song Ga-in Reclaims Trot Influence Top Spot After 5 Months

Big data analysis firm Komwithus announced the August 2026 Trot Influence Index (KSI), where Lee Chan-won maintained his top position in the male category and Song Ga-in returned to first place in the female category.

정세연 · 2026.09.08