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“Typhoon Family” dominates drama buzz, Lee Junho tops actor list
The series claimed first position for programs and performers in weekly audience engagement metrics compiled by Good Data Corporation, marking its initial ascent to the top since its debut. Lee Junho of 2 PM reached No. 1 among cast members, generating discussion, while Kim Min Ha entered at fourth place for their work on Typhoon Family. The research firm analyzes news coverage, blog content, online forum activity, video mentions and social platform conversations about current and upcoming programs to determine rankings. Would You Marry Me secured second place on the program list with performers Choi Woo Shik and Jung So Min claiming third and fifth, respectively, among actors. Ms. Incognito landed at No. 3 while The Dream Life of Mr...
Stray Kids dominates with 5 albums on Billboard’s World chart
The act placed five releases on the international ranking during the week concluding Nov. 1, with its latest full-length recording KARMA securing the top position for a ninth straight week while also appearing at No. 82 on the main albums chart. Stray Kids saw 合 (HOP) climb to No. 8 after 45 weeks on the tally. ATE landed at No. 13 in its 66th week, while ★★★★★ (5-STAR) reached No. 20 after 59 weeks. ROCK-STAR claimed No. 24 during week 48. NMIXX advanced to second place with Blue Valentine in its sophomore week, marking the ensemble's third appearance on the main ranking. CORTIS held third with COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES after seven weeks. TXT remained at No. 4 with The Star Chapter: TOGETHER during week 14. BTS secured fifth position...
BOYNEXTDOOR wins third trophy for “Hollywood Action”
The boy band claimed its third victory for its latest single during a weekend music program, earning more than 6,400 points to take first place. BOYNEXTDOOR competed against Hwasa of MAMAMOO with Good Goodbye and NMIXX performed Blue Valentine on the Nov. 2 broadcast. The group secured the top position with 6,473 points for Hollywood Action. Performance footage and an extended encore version became available following the announcement. The episode featured additional acts such as LE SSERAFIM, BABYMONSTER, &TEAM, NEXZ, xikers, Wonho, Hearts2Hearts, TWS, MEOVV, izna, TEMPEST, 82MAJOR, DKZ, WEi, Jung Seung Hwan, Lee Chan Won, TRENDZ, VVUP and PENTACLE.
Finale alert - Kim Yeong Ran faces betrayal, love, and death
The series concludes with three major storylines converging as the final episode approaches, broadcast on Sunday at 10 p.m. Korean time. Jeon Yeo Been stars as Kim Yeong Ran, a security professional who married a dying business magnate and assumed the alias Bu Se Mi for three months while fighting for control of his estate. Her opponent, Ga Sun Young, played by Jang Yoon Joo, will use violence against people close to the protagonist to claim the inheritance from Chairman Ga Sung Ho, portrayed by Moon Sung Geun. Audiences await the resolution of whether the bodyguard can thwart her adversary's brutal tactics. The romantic thread involves Jeon Dong Min, played by Jin Young, who declared his feelings despite rejection from Kim Yeong Ran...
Kim Ga Eun and Yoon Sun Woo tie the knot after 10 years
Two performers who met on set more than a decade ago celebrated their marriage last month and posted ceremony photographs to social media on Saturday. Kim Ga Eun and Yoon Sun Woo wed on Oct. 26 after a relationship spanning 10 years that began when they worked together on the 2014 series Abiding Love Dandelion. In her post, Kim described experiencing unprecedented joy and expressed appreciation for guests who attended and supported the couple. She pledged to remember everyone who offered well wishes and promised to build a good life together. Yoon wrote that the celebration concluded successfully with many people present and said the memories would stay with him. He thanked those who sent warm sentiments and vowed to create a loving...
Kim Nak Soo fights for promotion, team rallies behind him
The corporate manager at the center of a weekend series will take direct action in sales efforts as his promotion hangs in the balance, according to preview materials released ahead of the next broadcast. Kim Nak Soo, played by Ryu Seung Ryong in the adaptation of a digital comic, faces setbacks despite nearing executive advancement in the prior installment. The character proposes fieldwork with clients to boost performance ratings for himself and his colleagues. Images show team member Jung Sung Gu, portrayed by Jung Soon Won, accompanying the manager to secure client agreements. Their coordinated approach demonstrates workplace solidarity as they attempt to improve their standings before evaluations. The program centers on a...
Love triangle explodes as ex-boyfriend stirs trouble
Tensions escalate when a former romantic partner arrives unexpectedly at a pivotal location in the second episode of the series, which broadcasts on Saturday at 9:20 p.m. Korean time. The program follows Baek Do Ha, portrayed by Lee Jae Wook as an architect returning to Patan after a two-year absence, and Song Ha Gyeong, played by Choi Sung Eun as a government worker eager to leave her small town. Their reunion proved contentious in the premiere when Do Ha interfered with Ha Gyeong's real estate transaction and construction plans. Preview footage reveals Jeon Nam Jin, Ha Gyeong's previous boyfriend, portrayed by Ahn Chang Hwan, demanding entry to a property nicknamed the peanut house. Do Ha appears uncomfortable facing the former...
Lee Junho serenades Kim Min Ha, romance heats up in Thailand
The next installment of the series will send its lead characters to Southeast Asia for their first international work assignment, producers announced. Lee Junho portrays Kang Tae Poong, a former socialite forced to manage a faltering trade business during South Korea's 1997 economic crisis. After declaring his romantic interest in Oh Mi Seon, played by Kim Min Ha, at the conclusion of the prior episode, the two will fly to Thailand to market motorcycle helmets in a country where two-wheeled vehicles dominate roadways. Preview images reveal the duo attending a Thai nightclub, where Kang Tae Poong takes the microphone to perform for patrons. The character, once known for dominating dance floors in Seoul's Apgujeong district, directs his...
“To the Moon” stars say goodbye, fans left heartbroken
The cast of the drama series reflected on their experience as the show wrapped its run on Oct. 31 with improved ratings for its final episode. Lee Sun Bin thanked audiences for supporting what she called the Munan trio and expressed hope the series would linger as a comforting memory. Ra Mi Ran described her time working alongside co-stars Da Hae, Ji Song, and Dr. Ham as dreamlike, saying the group felt fearless and joyful together. She added that the experience gave her younger colleagues she could depend on and wished viewers would find similar companionship in their lives. Jo Aram said she felt genuine sadness about the conclusion because of her deep affection for the project. She noted that reading scripts and portraying Ji Song...
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