Park Na-rae breaks silence, says ex-managers demanded hundreds of millions of wonKorean TV star Park Na-rae has spoken out for the first time after being caught up in an abuse-of-power controversy involving two former managers who, according to her agency, allegedly demanded enormous payouts after resigning. Park, one of Korea’s best-known comedians and variety personalities, became the center of debate online this week after local reports suggested that staff members had accused her of unfair treatment. The claims quickly spread across social media, triggering heated discussions among the MZ-generation — a Korean term referring to millennials and Gen Z — and raising questions about the treatment of employees in Korea’s entertainment industry. On Dec. 5, her agency, Npark Co., said it is “checking the exact facts” surrounding media reports based on statements from Park and her former managers. Agency says ex-managers asked for share of company's revenue Npark said two employees who had worked with Park for about 15 months recently resigned and received standard severance. However, after receiving it, the former staff allegedly demanded an additional paymeDec 6, 2025By Xportsnews
Actor Cho Jin-woong faces allegations of violent juvenile crimesActor Cho Jin-woong, whose legal name is Cho Won-jun, is facing allegations that he committed serious crimes as a teenager. On Friday, entertainment outlet Dispatch reported that Cho received juvenile protection measures and was sent to a juvenile detention center while in high school. The report said Cho faced a criminal trial in 1994, when he was a second-year student, on charges of robbery and rape under the Act on the Aggravated Punishment of Specific Crimes. Citing an informant, Dispatch said Cho and a group of delinquent youths stole a car that had been left on the roadside with the engine running, then drove it without a license while committing multiple offenses. The informant alleged that “Cho Jin-woong’s group attempted sexual assault inside the stolen vehicle, and he was sent to a juvenile facility because of the incident, spending half of his third year of high school in correctional custody.” The report also raised allegations that Cho continued to have run-ins with police even after starting his acting career as an adult. According to the informant, Cho was fined inDec 5, 2025By Hankookilbo
BTS Suga’s mother reportedly owns $12.9 mil. property hosting brother’s restaurantBTS member Suga is drawing attention in Korea after reports revealed that his mother owns a newly built property in the upscale Hannam neighborhood, an area where several BTS members also reside. According to a media report on Thursday, Suga’s mother owns land and a building in Hannam-dong, Yongsan District. The property is estimated to be worth about 17.3 billion won ($12.9 million). The property underwent a major transformation after a change in ownership in December 2022. Through a corporation she heads, Suga’s mother reportedly purchased the land and existing structure for about 10.8 billion won, demolished it and rebuilt the site over a two-year construction period. The new building, completed this year, spans eight stories, including two basement floors and six aboveground levels, with an additional rooftop structure. The first floor is now occupied by a restaurant opened by Suga’s older brother, which began operations last month. Another restaurant is located on the basement level, while a hair salon operates on the third floor. The fourth and fifth floors are also lit and aDec 5, 2025By Xportsnews
Park Na-rae faces allegations from former managers of workplace bullying and forced errandsComedian Park Na-rae is facing serious accusations from her former managers, who have reportedly filed for a provisional seizure of real estate owned by the entertainer and are preparing a lawsuit alleging workplace abuse. Her agency said on Dec. 4 that it is still verifying the claims. An agency representative told Xportsnews, “We are checking the facts regarding the reports about Park Na-rae,” adding that the company will issue a statement after confirming details. Local outlet Dispatch reported that Park’s former managers filed for a provisional seizure order targeting property owned by Park. They also signaled plans to pursue a damage suit worth about 100 million won ($76,000), citing years of alleged mistreatment. According to the report, the former managers accuse Park of workplace bullying, assault, proxy medical prescription requests and unpaid work-related expenses. They claim they were routinely tasked with errands beyond their job scope, including picking up bar snacks, cleaning up after parties, handling private family chores and being pressured to join drinking gatherDec 4, 2025By Xportsnews
BTS member Jung Kook’s unexpected ‘I’m living with a friend’ confession sparks global buzzBTS member Jung Kook is going viral once again after casually revealing during a livestream that he has been living with a childhood friend — a moment fans say perfectly captures his unfiltered, everyday charm. Jung Kook went live on Weverse on Dec. 3, continuing his recent streak of cooking and late-night chats with fans. Ahead of the broadcast, he had teased plans to make curry doenjang (fermented bean paste) pasta from his home kitchen. But it was an unexpected voice off-camera that instantly set social media alight. While cooking, Jung Kook turned to someone in the room and asked, “What time did you sleep yesterday?” A man replied, “One? Two? Today’s my day off.” When fans began flooding the chat with questions, Jung Kook laughed and said, “The friend I live with is a friend from Busan. I’ve known him since kindergarten. We’re close enough to tell each other to shut up every day.” The friend, caught off guard, said, “When did I ever say that?” That reaction became an instant meme among fans. After finishing the dish, Jung Kook joked that he regretted using pastDec 4, 2025By Xportsnews
Park Jeong-min’s unstoppable rise: How actor excelled at box office and beyond in 2025Actor Park Jeong-min is emerging as one of Korea’s most influential cultural figures of 2025, riding a wave of acclaim that spans film, publishing and even viral award show moments. A video of Park reacting to singer Hwasa’s performance at the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards has surpassed 7 million views, and when combined with his follow-up reaction clip, the total easily exceeds 10 million views. As one comment on the video puts it, “Is anyone else still watching this on Dec. 1?” Singers traditionally take the stage at the Blue Dragon Awards, but this year’s moment became unforgettable when Hwasa performed “Good Goodbye” barefoot, drawing praise for her vocal performance and charismatic presence. For the finale, she invited Park to recreate his appearance in her music video for the song, instantly igniting online buzz. Viewers say the unexpected reunion between the two delivered one of the ceremony’s standout highlights. The interest has not faded. Hwasa’s music video has climbed to the No. 1 spot on YouTube’s music video rankings, amassing more than 53 million viewsDec 3, 2025By Hankookilbo
BTS' V and actor Song Kang spark buzz after being spotted together at a Seoul barbecue restaurantBTS member V and actor Song Kang are drawing major attention online after fans spotted the two dining together at a Seoul barbecue restaurant, leading to a wave of excitement across social media. A post circulating on Korean online communities this week said that V and Song Kang were seen eating together in a casual setting. The post described the pair as arriving in comfortable outfits and sitting face-to-face while chatting inside the restaurant. Despite their understated appearance, fans say the scene looked “like a photoshoot,” adding to the frenzy over the rare sighting of two of Korea’s top stars side by side. V and Song Kang have shown their friendship before. During military service, the two were photographed together at the gym wearing their uniforms, and they even took photo booth pictures together — moments that fans often revisit as proof of their close bond. V enlisted as an active-duty Army member in December 2023 and served in the 2nd Corps Military Police Special Task Force (SDT) before being discharged in June. Song Kang was discharged in October this year. The pDec 3, 2025By Xportsnews
BTS’ V goes viral after telling his dad to ‘just take’ shoes he wantedBTS member V is drawing attention online for his easygoing, “young and rich” exchange with his father, a moment fans say captures the warmth — and humor — of their relationship. The scene appears in a new BTS YouTube upload titled “V’s VLOG in Los Angeles,” where the singer is seen relaxing in an airport lounge after wrapping up his schedule in Los Angeles. While eating tacos, hamburgers and fries, V checks his phone and suddenly bursts into laughter. V then reveals why. “My dad suddenly sent me a photo of a pair of shoes,” he says before showing their short messenger conversation. V replied to the photo by asking, “Why, do you want those?” His father immediately answered, “Yes,” prompting V to laugh again. Without hesitation, V told him, “Then take them,” a response fans say shows the singer’s effortless charm — and the kind of “young and rich” confidence that has become a popular Zillennial meme expression in Korea. The lighthearted father-son moment quickly circulated across social media, with fans praising the duo’s chemistry and joking that “BTDec 3, 2025By Xportsnews
Suzy and Kim Seon-ho spotted running together in Vietnam — unmasked and side by side for Disney+ drama ‘Portraits of Delusion’Korean stars Suzy and Kim Seon-ho have been spotted in Vietnam, drawing attention after locals captured the pair running together without masks. Videos circulating on Vietnamese social media and Korean online communities show the two actors jogging along the road surrounding West Lake, one of Hanoi’s major landmarks. Suzy, dressed in casual sportswear without sunglasses or a mask, appears relaxed as she runs naturally beside Kim Seon-ho, who follows closely behind in a similarly comfortable outfit. According to the uploader, the scene was filmed for the upcoming Disney+ drama “Portraits of Delusion.” “The two actors and production staff were running a set course from West Lake to the Van Cao intersection,” the poster said. “Portraits of Delusion,” led by Suzy and Kim Seon-ho, is set in 1935 Gyeongseong. The story follows painter Yun Yi-ho (played by Kim) as he is commissioned to paint the portrait of Song Jeong-hwa (played by Suzy), a mesmerizing woman whose decades-long seclusion has fueled rumors and suspicion. As he approaches the truth behind her secrets, a mysterious aDec 2, 2025By Xportsnews
Cha Eun-woo continues making headlines during military service, from look-alike brother to BTS’ Jung Kook videoDespite being deep into mandatory military service, K-pop star and actor Cha Eun-woo is proving he may be the rare idol who doesn’t leave the spotlight during this time. Since enlisting earlier this year, his name has continued to dominate Korean social media thanks to a series of viral moments — including a surprise appearance with BTS’ Jung Kook, new military photos and even a sudden spotlight on his younger brother. New photos from military band go viral On Nov. 29, former Wanna One singer Kim Jae-hwan unexpectedly uploaded mirror selfies taken with Cha Eun-woo, drawing immediate attention. The two are currently serving together in the Ministry of National Defense’s military band, one of the most competitive units for performing artists. In the photos, Cha Eun-woo appears in full uniform, with a playful twist: a sheep-shaped hat and Santa-themed glasses, a look fans quickly found endearing. Comments ranged from “He’s too cute” to “Only Cha Eun-woo could look like this in the military.” Kim Jae-hwan, who enlisted in the band in July last year, is scheduled for discharDec 1, 2025By Xportsnews
