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What is The Perilla Leaf Debate

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The Perilla Leaf Debate is a trending topic in South Korea, igniting discussions about trust, care, and the unwritten rules that govern relationships. This hypothetical scenario revolves around a simple dining situation: you, your partner, and a close friend are at a restaurant, and on the table sits a dish of perilla leaves, notorious for being tricky to pick up with chopsticks. Your friend is struggling to separate a leaf from the pile, and your partner takes notice. Herein lies the debate: should your partner step in to help, or…

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Epic Moments in K-Pop: Gocheok Sky Dome’s Legends Lineup

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Ever heard of the dazzling wonderland known as Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul? It’s not just a stadium; it’s where K-Pop dreams blast off into the universe! Picture this: a colossal indoor playground where K-Pop’s brightest stars shine. With its mind-blowing tech and room for more than 20,000 fans, this place is the ultimate K-Pop paradise. We’re diving deep into the K-Pop royalty who’ve graced this epic stage. We’re talking about those extraordinary idols who’ve turned Gocheok Dome into a magical realm of music and dance. Their talent is out…

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Kang Ha Neul to Appear on the Finale Episode of “The Kidnapping Day”

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Kang Ha Neul to make a special cameo appearance in support of his agency junior in the K-drama “The Kidnapping Day.” The production team of ENA’s drama “The Kidnapping Day” revealed on October 24 that Kang Ha Neul will be seen in the finale episode of the series. The broadcast channel released still cuts of the actor’s cameo appearance on their various social media platforms.  Kang Ha Neul will play the role of a lawyer in the series. In the released teaser photo, the actor is seen in a dark…

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun Have Broken Up

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Actor Ahn Bo Hyun have called it quits on their relationship. According to an insider in the entertainment industry who spoke to JTBC Entertainment News on October 24, the couple has parted ways due to their hectic schedules, opting to return to their previous status as colleagues. On the same day, YG Entertainment, Jisoo’s agency, confirmed their break up. In August, Jisoo and Ahn Bo Hyun had publicly confirmed their relationship. YG Entertainment, had expressed, “They are in the early stages of their relationship. Please show your…

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and After School’s Nana will Reportedly Work with Lee Min Ho and Ahn Hyo Seop in a New K-Movie!

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The upcoming 30 billion won movie “Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint” reveals its cast lineup.  According to film insiders on October 24, Lee Min Ho and Ahn Hyo Seop will be joined by BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, After School’s Nana, Chae Soo Bin, Jung Sung Il, and Park Ho San for the upcoming movie Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint.” Reports stated that the cast is already coordinating with the production team.  Jisoo and Nana’s side have responded to the casting news and shared that the two are both in discussion and reviewing the offer to appear…

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SEVENTEEN Makes History With New Album

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SEVENTEEN achieved another remarkable feat with their latest comeback According to the album distributor, YG PLUS, on October 23, SEVENTEEN’s 11th mini album, “SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN,” garnered an impressive total of 5,206,718 pre-orders both domestically and internationally. This outstanding pre-order volume sets a new record for K-pop albums, solidifying SEVENTEEN’s position as a frontrunner in the K-pop industry. The boys surpassed their previous album “FML” with 4,673,069 pre-order copies, “SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN” has already broken the record for the highest pre-order volume among SEVENTEEN’s albums. This achievement marks for SEVENTEEN. “SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN”…

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Jeon So Min is The Next Member to Leave “Running Man”

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Jeon So Min has decided to leave the show after six years of being active as a “Running Man” member.  On October 23, Jeon So Min’s agency King Kong By Starship announced, “Jeon So Min will be filming her finale episode in ‘Running Man’ on October 30. After thoroughly discussing with the members, production staff, and the agency, Jeon So Min ultimately decided that she needed more time to recharge to present a better side of herself in her future activities.”  The agency added, “We would like to express our…

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Paramount’s Itaewon Documentary Not Available in South Korea

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Paramount has unveiled a two-part documentary on the tragic events that transpired in Itaewon on October 29 of the previous year via their own OTT platform, Paramount+, which will be released ahead of its first anniversary. Entitled,”Crush,” the documentary meticulously reconstructs the incident’s scene from a vast array of source material, including 1,500 hours of footage, witness testimonies, and on-site recordings such as survivors’ cell phone videos and CCTV footage. Notably, there is no narration to guide viewers through the content. The documentary also employs computer graphics to shed light…

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Noise Music in K-Pop: A Double-Edged Sword?

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Noise genre in K-Pop, one of the most fascinating and polarizing sub-genres within K-Pop is the “noise genre,” characterized by its aggressive, hard-hitting beat drops and instrumentals that match the intensity and power of the dances. This genre has become increasingly popular in recent years, with many K-pop artists embracing the title of noise music has garnered a solid following while also raising eyebrows within the community. Though a relatively recent addition to the K-Pop landscape, the noise genre has already left a lasting impact on the industry. Many artists have…

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Lee Sun Kyun Under Internal Investigation by The Police

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Amidst breaking news about a prominent actor’s alleged involvement in a drug scandal, it was disclosed that the actor in question is Lee Sun Kyun. In response to this revelation, Lee Sun Kyun’s agency, HODU&U Entertainment, expressed their commitment to fully cooperate with the ongoing investigation. On October 20, HODU&U Entertainment officially identified actor A as Lee Sun Kyun and stated, “We are currently verifying the precise details of the accusations against Lee Sun-kyun. We will wholeheartedly cooperate with any investigations conducted by law enforcement agencies in the future.” The…

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