BTS’ V charms fans at Dodger Stadium with first pitch, English moments, MLB meetupsBTS member V made a surprise appearance at Dodger Stadium, where he threw the ceremonial first pitch for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and a behind-the-scenes video revealed his unexpected connection with MLB star Clayton Kershaw. On Thursday (local time), the Dodgers’ official YouTube channel released a video titled “V Mic’d Up at Dodger Stadium,” showing moments from his visit. In the video, V first met Shohei Ohtani in the dugout, exchanging greetings and taking a commemorative photo together. The two showed mutual respect, bowing to each other while shaking hands and again as they parted ways. V then encountered Tommy Hyunsu Edman and expressed surprise upon learning about his Korean heritage. Later, Enrique “Kiké” Hernández greeted him in Korean by saying “gamsahamnida” (“thank you”), making V laugh. Hernández jokingly added that he knows “a lot of Korean.” Pitcher Tyler Glasnow showed V how to grip a four-seam fastball, after which V met Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw. V warmly recalled, “I met you 10 years ago,” before taking a photo with the legendary pitchAug 30, 2025By Xportsnews
From marriage to death hoaxes: Korean actresses battle damaging rumorsFrom marriage reports to death hoaxes, several popular Korean actresses have recently been embroiled in groundless rumors circulating online, causing confusion and distress among fans. On Thursday, a post on an online community claimed that actress and singer Suzy was set to marry the CEO of a company, saying an official announcement was imminent. The rumor quickly spread across social media but was later confirmed to be false. Kim Jang-kyun, CEO of Suzy’s agency Management SOOP, responded via his personal social media, saying, “If you get caught spreading fake news, you’ll be in trouble,” signaling the agency’s intention to take strong action. Actress Go Hyun-jung faced an even more serious situation after revealing in May that she had undergone major surgery due to health issues. A YouTube channel soon spread unfounded claims of her death, forcing Go to directly address the rumor. “I’m not dead,” she said. “I’m recovering well and there’s nothing to worry about." Seo Hyo-rim was recently caught up in shocking allegations involving an alleged affair. A post titledAug 30, 2025By Xportsnews
Was Jimin aware he was filmed? Song Da-eun’s video reignites privacy concernsAs dating rumors surrounding BTS member Jimin dominate online discussions, controversy is growing over the video uploaded by actress Song Da-eun, which ignited the speculation. On Wednesday, Song posted a video on her personal social media featuring Jimin’s unexpected appearance. In the clip, Song is seen waiting in front of an elevator and holding up her camera as the doors open to reveal Jimin. Surprised, Jimin says, “You knew I was coming? I didn’t say anything on purpose,” suggesting that the situation was unplanned. Song can be heard laughing as the two exchange friendly remarks, but viewers questioned whether Jimin had consented to being filmed and having the footage shared publicly. Some netizens argued that if Jimin was unaware of being filmed, the act could be considered a “hidden camera” incident. Concerns have also grown due to BTS members’ repeated struggles with privacy invasion and obsessive fan behavior in the past, with many fearing the video may have caused Jimin stress. Further criticism arose over Song’s decision to upload the video to her personal accoAug 28, 2025By Xportsnews
From V and Jennie to Jimin and Song Da-eun, BigHit stays silent on BTS dating controversiesBTS member Jimin has been swept up in new dating rumors with actress Song Da-eun after a video she uploaded on TikTok fueled widespread speculation among fans. The situation has drawn significant attention, especially after fellow member V’s previous dating controversy involving BLACKPINK’s Jennie. Song, who has faced similar rumors involving Jimin several times in the past, has previously spoken about receiving a wave of malicious comments from some BTS fans and expressed emotional distress over the harassment. On Wednesday, Song posted a TikTok video showing what appeared to be an intimate encounter with Jimin, effectively making their alleged relationship public. The video shows Song waiting for Jimin in front of her home elevator, followed by Jimin’s face being fully visible, as well as their seemingly affectionate tone and comfortable atmosphere, making it difficult for viewers to dismiss the possibility of a romantic relationship. However, when contacted by Xportsnews, Song’s representatives said it was “difficult to confirm” the relationship, while Jimin’s agency BigAug 28, 2025By Xportsnews
Who is Song Da-eun? BTS’ Jimin dating rumors resurface amid past controversiesBTS member Jimin has once again been swept up in dating rumors with actress Song Da-eun, a former cast member of the reality show “Heart Signal 2,” as her recent social media activity reignited speculation over their relationship and renewed public interest in her past. Song recently uploaded a video on her TikTok account showing Jimin arriving at what appears to be her residence. In the clip, she is seen waiting in front of her home elevator before surprising Jimin as he steps out. Jimin, appearing startled, is heard saying, “Did you know I was coming in? I purposely didn’t tell you I was on my way.” The video, which implies the two entered the residence together, quickly went viral online, fueling widespread curiosity about their relationship. Song’s representatives told Xportsnews that it is difficult to confirm her relationship with Jimin, while BigHit Music, Jimin’s agency, has not issued any official response. Dating rumors between the two have circulated continuously since 2022, often sparked by Song’s own social media posts. Last year, she drew attention by shariAug 27, 2025By Xportsnews
From BLACKPINK’s Jisoo to NewJeans’ Danielle: K-pop idols’ gorgeous siblings are stealing the spotlightThe sisters of top K-pop idols are increasingly stepping into the spotlight, attracting as much attention as their globally famous siblings. BLACKPINK member Jisoo’s older sister, Kim Ji-yoon, is set to make her broadcast debut through ENA’s upcoming reality show, “Super Seller: Incentive Game.” On her personal social media, Kim expressed excitement about the challenge, writing, “I can finally share the reason I’ve been studying so hard. I’m so grateful to everyone who gave me confidence and advice! The show will premiere on ENA in October, so I hope you’ll send lots of love and support.” Kim added, “I’ll try my best to show my good side, so I’d appreciate it if you could cheer me on as I take on my first challenge as a ‘super seller.’ Let’s go for first place!” In the program’s teaser video, Kim was seen during a pre-interview with the production team, who asked if she felt any pressure for being known as Jisoo’s sister. “Not at all,” Kim said calmly. “It’s true, and I can’t change that. I was just born this way.” She added that Jisoo wouAug 26, 2025By Xportsnews
From BTS’ Jin to YOUNITE’s Eunho, male idols face increase in sexual harassmentMale K-pop idols are increasingly becoming victims of sexual harassment, with incidents involving unwanted physical contact sparking growing concerns among fans and agencies. YOUNITE member Eunho experienced an incident on Aug. 17 (local time) during an event for the 18th Korean Culture Day in Sao Paulo, Brazil. As the group was greeting fans while leaving the venue, one person suddenly approached Eunho and attempted to kiss him without consent. The unexpected situation caught both the idol and his security team off-guard. Startled, Eunho quickly pushed the fan away, and his shocked expression was captured on video. Clips of the incident spread rapidly across online communities, prompting an outpouring of anger from fans demanding stronger protective measures for idols. YOUNITE’s agency, Brand New Music, issued a statement on its official social media account shortly after the incident, saying, “An artist’s safety was threatened by the excessive approach of some fans while leaving the venue after a recent performance. We ask for your cooperation in maintaining a safe distance duriAug 26, 2025By Xportsnews
K-drama star Song Seung-heon, 48, stuns fans with ageless visuals in bus photoActor Song Seung-heon gave fans a glimpse of his latest activities by sharing a new photo on Sunday, drawing attention for his timeless good looks. On Aug. 24, Song posted a picture on his personal social media account with the caption, "Happy Sunday." In the photo, he appears to be on the set of ENA’s drama "My Troublesome Star," wearing a black leather jacket and sporting a hairstyle that shows off his forehead, highlighting his sharp features. Born in 1976, the 48-year-old actor continues to impress fans with his mature yet striking appearance, demonstrating a charm that deepens with age. "My Troublesome Star" follows the story of one of Korea’s top celebrities as she suddenly finds herself transformed into an ordinary middle-aged woman, leading to a whirlwind romantic comedy filled with laughter and tears. This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.Aug 25, 2025By Xportsnews
Korea’s legendary trio Kim Tae-hee, Jun Ji-hyun, and Song Hye-kyo open up about aging and beautyThe three leading actresses who defined Korean beauty standards in the 2000s are now in their 40s and opening up about their changing looks, shifting priorities, and evolving self-image. Kim Tae-hee returns to TV and Hollywood Kim Tae-hee, 45, is set to make her small-screen comeback after two years with the tvN drama “Butterfly,” which premiered Aug. 22, while also debuting in an American drama. At a recent press conference, Kim said her role in “Butterfly” is her “most ordinary” yet, revealing she kept her makeup light and styling simple. “I appeared on camera looking the most like myself, which was surprisingly comfortable,” she said. “It felt new to stand in front of the camera without much setting or styling, but I’m not sure how viewers will perceive it.” Kim also discussed aging and beauty during her appearance on tvN’s talk show “You Quiz on the Block,” Aug. 20 — her first talk show appearance in 15 years. Reflecting on her iconic role in the 2009 drama “Iris,” she said, “That was probably my favorite look. As we age, there are more things we maAug 23, 2025By Xportsnews
From TV fame to spiritual paths: Korean stars embrace life as shamansA growing number of former celebrities are turning to life as shamans, drawing significant public interest over their unexpected career transitions. On Aug. 21, comedian Kim Ju-yeon appeared on JTBC’s variety show “Don’t be the First One!” and revealed that she has been working as a shaman. Kim debuted in 2006 as part of MBC’s 15th open recruitment for comedians and rose to fame through the sketch “Ju-yeon-ah” on MBC’s “It’s A Gag.” That same year, she won the Best New Actress Award in the comedy/sitcom category at the MBC Entertainment Awards. After “It’s A Gag” was canceled in 2009, Kim shifted her focus to other programs such as “Laugh and Laugh,” “Fall in Comedy,” and “Comedy Road.” However, her TV appearances gradually decreased, and she eventually disappeared from the entertainment scene. Making a rare appearance on the JTBC show, Kim told hosts Choi Yang-rak and Paeng Hyun-sook, “I’ve been a shaman for a while now,” surprising many viewers. Kim shared, “I suffered from a spiritual illness. I had heavy bleeding for two years, and I suAug 23, 2025By Xportsnews
