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Internal probe launched into Japanese woman for attempting to breaking into BTS Jungkook's home

Police have launched a preliminary investigation into a Japanese woman accused of attempting to break into the home of BTS member Jungkook last week, officials said Wednesday. The Japanese woman in her 50s is accused of attempting to open the keypad door lock of Jungkook's house in Seoul's Yongsan district on several occasions between Nov. 12 and 14. The Seoul Yongsan Police Station said it has opened an internal probe into her on charges of attempted housebreaking, based on a report filed with the police. Earlier in June, a Chinese woman in her 30s was apprehended for attempting to break into Jungkook's home, but prosecutors decided not to pursue charges against her.

Nov 19, 2025By Yonhap
Internal probe launched into Japanese woman for attempting to breaking into BTS Jungkook's home
Music

Korean Chamber Orchestra celebrates 60 years with finale of Beethoven Symphony Project

The Korean Chamber Orchestra (KCO) will present Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 and No. 5 in an upcoming concert in December, marking the ensemble’s 60th anniversary. The performance serves as the final celebratory event of the year and the culmination of the orchestra’s yearlong Beethoven Symphony Project. “This concert will mark the end of our journey for the KCO — and the first step toward a new beginning," according to the orchestra in a statement. “Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 marked the beginning of his creative musical world. The chamber orchestra will offer audiences its characteristically rich, concentrated sound and delicate interpretation,” the KCO added. Regarding Symphony No. 5, the orchestra noted: “One of the world’s most famous symphonies, Beethoven’s 5th symphony embodies themes of struggle, perseverance and triumph. Under the artistic vision of Music Director Kim Min and conductor Choi Soo-yeoul, the orchestra’s dense, cohesive ensemble will come together to convey the powerful message of ‘Fate Symphony.'" The program will also feature Samuel Barber

Nov 19, 2025By Kim Se-jeong
Korean Chamber Orchestra celebrates 60 years with finale of Beethoven Symphony Project
Films

InterviewKim Hyang-gi embraces motherhood in ‘Hallan’

Kim Hyang-gi, a seasoned actor with 20 years of experience, said that when she took on her first role as a mother in the upcoming movie "Hallan," she focused mostly on the strong story of survival, rather than worrying about being cast as a maternal character. “I didn't think much about playing a mother, from the moment I read the screenplay until we wrapped up filming,” the 25-year-old actor told The Korea Times during an interview in Seoul, Tuesday. “In that era, it was natural for someone my age to be a mother. More importantly, I felt the mission was to showcase the story of the mother and daughter.” “Hallan,” which is the name of an orchid from the province, is inspired by the tragic Jeju Uprising in 1948, where the government forces killed tens of thousands of islanders during an anti-communist campaign. The movie follows the arduous journey of a mother, Ah-jin (Kim), and her daughter (Kim Min-chae) as they seek refuge in the mountains and travel across the sea to survive. “Hallan” ensures history is not forgotten, presenting the stories of the people caught within

Nov 19, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
Kim Hyang-gi embraces motherhood in ‘Hallan’
Shows & Dramas

‘Just Makeup’ tops Coupang Play for 5 weeks — what’s behind its unexpected success?

Coupang Play’s competition show “Just Makeup,” which pitted 60 makeup artists against one another in an intense tournament, wrapped its season with the final winner announcement — and with an unlikely streak. The program held the No. 1 spot on the platform for five consecutive weeks, drawing in not only young female viewers but a growing number of male viewers as well. Producers say the key was simple: focus on the thrill of competition, not product promotion. “We used makeup as the theme, but we designed the show as a pure survival competition,” producers Park Seong-hwan and Shim Woo-jin said in an interview in Seoul’s Samcheong-dong on Tuesday, joined by the final top three artists: Paris Golden Hands (Kim Min), Oh DolceVita (Oh Hyun-jung) and Son Tail (Son Joo-hee). “There have been countless beauty shows introducing products. We didn’t want to repeat that.” A visual survival show with ‘clear-cut results’ The series debuted at a moment when global interest in K-beauty is high, and expectations rose early because it was the next survival project from Studio Slam,

Nov 19, 2025By Hankookilbo
‘Just Makeup’ tops Coupang Play for 5 weeks — what’s behind its unexpected success?
Shows & Dramas

Woman behind Lee Yi-kyung allegations insists evidence is real, retracts earlier AI claim

A German woman who has repeatedly posted allegations about actor Lee Yi-kyung’s private life has issued what she called her “final statement,” claiming that all of the evidence she released is genuine despite previously saying it was fabricated with artificial intelligence (AI). On Wednesday, the woman, identified as A, wrote on X, “I want to say this one last time,” adding, “I sincerely apologize for the confusion I caused. I said everything was a lie because I was scared — scared of being sued or having to pay damages, and worried about putting a burden on myself and my family.” A continued, “AI can never generate photos of celebrities, and I have never used AI in that way. Everything I posted is real. I don’t want to make this situation bigger again, but if there are other victims unrelated to this case, I’m worried their courage might be dismissed as AI manipulation.” A first posted the allegations on Oct. 20 through a Naver blog entry titled “Revealing the real Lee Yi-kyung.” The post included screenshots of alleged KakaoTalk messages and Instagram DMs w

Nov 19, 2025By Hankookilbo
Woman behind Lee Yi-kyung allegations insists evidence is real, retracts earlier AI claim
Shows & Dramas

'As You Stood By' tops Netflix non-English series chart

The Korean crime thriller "As You Stood By" has climbed to the top of Netflix's weekly non-English series chart, the streaming giant said Wednesday. The series, which premiered on Nov. 7, initially entered the ranking at No. 8, but rose to the top position during Nov. 11-16, attracting 7.8 million views. Based on Japanese writer Hideo Okuda's 2014 novel "Naomi and Kanako," the eight-episode series follows two friends, Eun-su (Jeon So-nee) and Hui-su (Lee You-mi), as they make a fateful decision in their desperate attempt to escape dire circumstances. Upon learning Hui-su is trapped in an abusive marriage, Eun-su suggests they work together to kill Jin-pyo (Jang Seung-jo), Hui-su's menacing husband. Meanwhile, two other Korean series made it into the top 10, with romantic drama "Dynamite Kiss" landing at No.3 and competition show "Physical: Asia" claiming No. 8.

Nov 19, 2025By Yonhap
'As You Stood By' tops Netflix non-English series chart
Shows & Dramas

Comedian Kim Soo-yong recovering after emergency surgery for acute heart attack

Comedian Kim Soo-yong, 59, is recovering after undergoing emergency surgery following a sudden collapse caused by acute myocardial infarction. “Kim Soo-yong was diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction and underwent successful coronary angioplasty today at Hanyang University Guri Hospital," his agency Media Lab Siso said Tuesday. According to the agency, Kim was moved to a general ward on Monday and is now recovering under close medical supervision. “We sincerely thank everyone for their warm support and encouragement,” the agency added. “We will do all we can to assist Kim Soo-yong in making a full recovery.” Kim collapsed unexpectedly Thursday while filming a YouTube video in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province. He was rushed to the emergency room, where he regained consciousness en route. After being admitted, he underwent a series of tests and is expected to be discharged on Thursday. Fellow entertainer Yoon Seok-joo shared a screenshot of his recent chat with Kim on social media, expressing concern for Kim. In response, Kim wrote, “Luckily, I didn’t die. I came back from the

Nov 19, 2025By Hankookilbo
Comedian Kim Soo-yong recovering after emergency surgery for acute heart attack
Shows & Dramas

Lee Je-hoon returns with ‘Taxi Driver 3,’ promises 'stronger bonds and sharper thrill'

Actor Lee Je-hoon is back as Kim Do-gi in the third season of the hit SBS series “Taxi Driver.” A press conference for the new Friday-Saturday drama took place Tuesday at the SBS headquarters in Mok-dong, Seoul, with director Kang Bo-seung and cast members Lee Je-hoon, Kim Eui-sung, Pyo Ye-jin, Jang Hyuk-jin and Bae Yoo-ram in attendance. Based on the webtoon of the same name, “Taxi Driver 3” continues the story of the clandestine taxi company Rainbow Transport and its vigilante driver Kim Do-gi, who delivers justice on behalf of victims failed by the legal system. The series ranked third in SBS’s Friday-Saturday drama history, with Kang who helped build the show's universe as assistant director in Season 1, returning as the lead director. “This season will be intense right from the start,” Lee said at the press event. “Not only will my character, Kim Do-gi, be stronger, but the other members of Rainbow Transport will bring their own powerful side stories. We’ve prepared a gripping and satisfying experience.” Season 2 of “Taxi Driver” became the fifth most-watched

Nov 19, 2025By Hankookilbo
Lee Je-hoon returns with ‘Taxi Driver 3,’ promises 'stronger bonds and sharper thrill'
Films

'Zootopia 2' to explore diversity, growth through new worlds, characters

The beloved animal-centric world of "Zootopia" (2016) is returning to the big screen after nine years, with its creators and actors promising an even more timely and resonant adventure. Compared to the original, "Zootopia 2" will challenge the beloved duo of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde by taking them to new and unfamiliar environments, while maintaining their strong partnership, according to director Jared Bush. “When we're stepping into a new story, we knew this really had to center around Judy and Nick and their partnership, and the whole point of this movie is to really start to push them out of their comfort zones,” Bush said during an online press conference with Korean reporters Tuesday. The sequel picks up only a week after the end of the first film, with newly established partners Judy (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick (Jason Bateman) tackling a new case involving the sudden and mysterious appearance of reptiles in Zootopia’s otherwise mammal‑dominated world. Reprising her role as the energetic bunny cop, Goodwin said this tight timeline between the films allows the aud

Nov 18, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
'Zootopia 2' to explore diversity, growth through new worlds, characters
Music

Chung Myung-whun, renowned soloists to lead KBS Symphony’s 70th anniversary season

As the KBS Symphony Orchestra prepares to celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2026, it is planning a series of large-scale performances featuring major conductors and renowned Korean soloists in the classical music world. Founded in 1956, the KBS Symphony Orchestra was the first orchestra in Korea to be affiliated with a broadcasting organization. It played a significant role in raising public awareness of classical music and providing wider access to the genre. The 2026 lineup prominently features Korean maestro Chung Myung-whun, a former chief conductor of the orchestra. Even after stepping down, Chung has continued to collaborate with the orchestra; next year he will conduct Mahler’s Symphonies No. 4 and No. 5 at project concerts on March 13 and Oct. 12, respectively, after leading Symphonies No. 1 and No. 2 this year. He is also expected to conduct a concert version of Bizet’s opera, "Carmen," on April 18. Other conductors in the spotlight include Eliahu Inbal, who will conduct Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 13 on Feb. 28; Marek Janowski, who will lead Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4 o

Nov 18, 2025By Kim Se-jeong
Chung Myung-whun, renowned soloists to lead KBS Symphony’s 70th anniversary season
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