BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Rosé light up US award showsBLACKPINK members lit up major U.S. award ceremonies even in the middle of their world tour. Lisa attended the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14 (local time) at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. She recently made her Hollywood debut as Mook in HBO’s “White Lotus Season 3,” which earned nominations in 23 categories. Representing the cast, Lisa appeared on the Emmy red carpet in a striking pink gown designed with flowing, gauzy layers. The high-slit dress highlighted her long legs, and she completed the look with jewelry and heels in matching tones. Although “White Lotus” did not secure a win that night, Lisa drew significant attention for her first appearance at the Emmy Awards as an actress. A week earlier, Rosé took the spotlight in New York. On Sept. 7, she won one of the night’s top honors — Song of the Year — at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards held at UBS Arena, for her collaboration with U.S. pop star Bruno Mars on “APT.” Rosé had been nominated in a record eight categories, the most ever for a K-pop artist, and became the first K-pop singer tSep 16, 2025By Xportsnews
‘World-class’ bromance: BTS Jin gives RM a diamond ringBTS leader RM received a diamond ring as a birthday gift from fellow member Jin. On Sept. 12, RM shared a photo on his personal account with the caption, "Jin hyung gave me a gift." In the picture, he is seen wearing the ring on his left ring finger. The ring, a product from a French jewelry brand where Jin currently serves as a global ambassador, is set with diamonds and valued at 10.31 million won ($7,500). The lavish present quickly caught attention. Fans reacted warmly, commenting, "Jin’s generosity is world-class," "Please buy one for me too, hyung," "So jealous of RM," and "Their friendship is so heartwarming." Meanwhile, RM celebrated his birthday on Sept. 12 by donating 100 million won each to Seoul Asan Medical Center and Korea University Medical Center. This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.Sep 13, 2025By Xportsnews
Trans star Harisu opens up about sexual harassment and outing threats in Korean entertainmentHarisu, South Korea’s first-generation entertainer who is a transgender woman, has revealed shocking experiences of sexual harassment during her early years in the entertainment industry. Harisu appeared as a guest Wednesday on the YouTube web variety show “Pajamae Party,” produced by the channel Real_fin, where she spoke candidly about her life and struggles as the nation’s first officially recognized transgender celebrity. Harisu recalled entering the entertainment industry in 1991 as a male-registered student, starting with minor supporting roles. “My legal status was still male at the time, and when signing contracts, I had to talk about my identity,” she said. “Because of that, I had to give up many opportunities, and some projects fell apart.” Outing threats and inappropriate demands Harisu revealed that she once received a movie offer with an exploitative plot. “The story was about a transgender person who gains power by sleeping with a man and sucking away his energy to transform into me,” she said. “I didn’t want to be consumed and discarded through thatSep 11, 2025By Xportsnews
Cha Eun-woo keeps fans close with multiple projects despite military serviceActor and singer Cha Eun-woo is ensuring his fans won't feel his absence during his military service, with multiple projects filmed before his enlistment set for release. The star entered the Korea Army Training Center in Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province, on July 28. After completing basic training, he has been serving in the Army Band. Photos and videos from the training center shared across online communities have kept fans updated, showing Cha’s signature striking looks and strong physique. During his graduation ceremony, he impressed many by wearing his uniform and was recognized for his dedication by being appointed as a company commander trainee. Before his enlistment, Cha had been actively engaged in music, films and dramas, leading to concerns among fans about a long military hiatus. However, Cha reassured them through his fan communication platform. “My album, movie and drama will all come out, so don’t forget me.” Several projects he completed before his enlistment are scheduled for release, keeping him in the spotlight even during his absence. Upcoming projects keepSep 11, 2025By Xportsnews
Rising concern over extreme diets in K-dramasClick here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Actor Park Min-young has reassured fans after sparking concern with her noticeably slimmer appearance, explaining that her weight loss was the result of preparing for a drama role, combined with an intense filming schedule. “I’ve been on a healthy diet for my character Han Seol-ah in the drama ‘Siren,’ but I lost a bit more weight due to a tight schedule," Park said in a social media post. “I know fans are worried, but I’m healthy and eating three full meals a day.” Extreme weight changes for roles Actors often undergo significant weight changes to embody their characters more authentically. In Park’s case, this isn’t the first time she has altered her weight for a role. For the drama “Marry My Husband,” she previously reduced her weight to 37 kilograms to portray a terminally ill patient. While role-based weight control can enhance on-screen immersion, experts warn it may also harm long-term health. Sudden weight loss can cause nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, reduced metabolism due to muscle loss and skin problSep 6, 2025By Kormedi.com
Actress Lee Min-jung faces backlash over luxury bag photo in Venetian churchActress Lee Min-jung is facing growing criticism both domestically and internationally after a photo taken inside a church in Venice sparked controversy among online communities. Lee recently visited Venice to support her husband, actor Lee Byung-hun, whose film “No Other Choice” was competing in the main category at the Venice International Film Festival. She was seen exploring the city and attending the festival alongside actress Son Ye-jin, the film’s lead actress, drawing significant attention from Korean and global fans alike. However, a photo taken by Son Ye-jin became the center of controversy. In the image, Lee poses in front of a church altar while holding a luxury handbag, with a crucifix in the background. When the photo surfaced online, international fans were the first to raise concerns. Critics argued that taking fashion-style photos in a sacred religious space was inappropriate. Some overseas commenters said, “It could be shocking and offensive to Catholic believers,” and “Using a holy place as a backdrop to highlight a handbag is disrespectful.” Domestic reaSep 4, 2025By Xportsnews
Stars who share life: Kim Na-young, Choi Kang-hee and Kim Ji-soo’s stem cell donations inspire hopeCelebrities who have donated hematopoietic stem cells are drawing praise for their life-saving contributions and inspiring positive social change. TV personality Kim Na-young recently revealed that she donated hematopoietic stem cells, sharing her three-day donation journey on her YouTube channel No Filter TV. “I wanted more people to see this and realize that there’s such a thing as sharing happiness and luck,” Kim said, explaining why she decided to go public with her story. Kim is not the only celebrity who has joined this life-saving cause. Actress Choi Kang-hee previously appeared on MBC’s “The Manager” in November 2024, where she discussed becoming the first Korean celebrity to donate hematopoietic stem cells. Choi had registered as a donor in 1999 and successfully donated stem cells in October 2007 while filming the movie “My Love.” Her donation helped one of two brothers battling leukemia receive a lifesaving transplant. Choi also donated blood 46 times as of last year, showing her continuous commitment to saving lives. Actress Kim Ji-soo also donated bone marrow iSep 3, 2025By Xportsnews
Cha Eun-woo draws praise for 'perfect military life' after becoming representative traineeASTRO member and actor Cha Eun-woo is making headlines once again after being selected as the representative trainee during his army training completion ceremony. Cha attended the ceremony on Tuesday at the Army Training Center in Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province, where he led the trainees’ salute and fulfilled other representative duties. Wearing a microphone, he declared loudly, “Reporting! Trainee Lee Dong-min (Cha’s birth name) has completed training as ordered. Salute!” Following the ceremony, senior commanders posed for commemorative photos with Cha. Images of the event quickly circulated online, showing him in his uniform and capturing attention with his dignified appearance. Fans praised his unchanged visuals despite his time in basic training. Commenters online shared firsthand impressions, writing comments such as, “My husband saw him up close and said his face is so small and pale” and “All the moms were busy checking their sons’ positions while searching for Cha Eun-woo with their cameras.” Last month, Cha was also appointed as the trainee company leader,Sep 3, 2025By Xportsnews
BLACKPINK’s Lisa stuns in bold swimwear during luxury yacht getawayBLACKPINK member Lisa captivated fans with her chic vacation fashion while fueling speculation about her rumored romance with Frederic Arnault, CEO of LVMH’s watch division and son of Bernard Arnault, chairman of the world’s largest luxury group. On Monday, Lisa shared a series of photos on her personal social media account, giving fans a glimpse into her summer getaway. In one photo, she poses on a resort balcony overlooking a breathtaking view of the ocean and swimming pool, wearing a vibrant red patterned dress. In another shot, Lisa enjoys a relaxing moment aboard a luxury yacht. Dressed in a light pink crop top with matching shorts and a black cap, she showcases a stylish yet casual swimwear look. Dating rumors surrounding Lisa and Arnault have persisted since 2023, though neither has officially confirmed the relationship. Meanwhile, BLACKPINK is currently holding its “DEADLINE” world tour. This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.Sep 2, 2025By Xportsnews
Park Min-young sparks concern over extreme weight loss ahead of TV comebackActress Park Min-young, known for her role in the hit tvN drama “Marry My Husband,” has sparked concern among fans after appearing noticeably thinner at an official event ahead of her small-screen return. The actress attended a press conference on Monday at the Stanford Hotel in Sangam-dong, Seoul, for TV Chosun’s new weekend drama “The Confidence Man KR.” Dressed in a nude-tone dress, Park drew attention with her figure, striking facial features and radiant presence. However, her extremely slender frame quickly became a hot topic online. Social media users expressed concern over her protruding collarbones, visible rib lines and thin arms and fingers, commenting, “She looks so fragile,” “The dress looks amazing, but she’s too skinny,” “Please eat more” and “She’s beautiful but looks too thin.” Weight transformation for roles Park Min-young previously made headlines during her appearance in last year’s popular drama “Marry My Husband,” where she lost 37 kilograms to portray a cancer patient. While her dedication to the role was widely praised, many worrSep 2, 2025By Xportsnews
