On January 4, Lim Jaebum officially announced his retirement. He said he will step back from regular stage performances after finishing his 40th anniversary tour. He told fans he was sorry and grateful, and he is preparing what may be his last shows…
BoA has agreed to end her exclusive contract with SM Entertainment after 25 years (an exclusive contract ties an artist to one company). SM announced the agreement in an official statement on January 12. BoA posted a calm farewell and messages of th…
Bela Tarr died on January 6, 2026, at the age of 70 after a long illness. He was a director who reshaped film history with slow long takes and stark black-and-white imagery. His films relentlessly examined the collapse of societies in Eastern Euro…
Im Jae-beom will step away from the stage after his 40th-anniversary tour. He announced his retirement directly in a JTBC interview (JTBC is a South Korean news network) and in a post on his YouTube channel. The decision follows long reflection and …
Jojinwoong's announcement to retire began with the December 2025 revelation of a juvenile record. The fallout quickly affected his projects and prompted calls for industry-wide fact-checking. Meanwhile, one side demands accountability and co…
Allegations about actor Jojinwoong's crimes as a teenager have returned to public attention. Recent reports revisit incidents from roughly 30 years ago, presenting both victim claims and denials. Jojinwoong's team says he admits to some misc…
After long hesitation, Tzuyang agreed to join a variety show as a regular cast member. Her introverted nature and commitment to her YouTube channel made the decision difficult. Past controversies over undisclosed sponsorships and a forced retirement…
Park Chan-wook’s new film, Can't Help It (Korean title: 어쩔 수가 없다), reimagines the story of a laid-off family provider who removes his job rivals as a black comedy. The film throws a sharp light on modern job insecurity and the moral traps people…
Lim Jae-bum marks his 40th year since debut with a new full-length album. The lead singles will drop on September 17, signaling an emotional return. With the album release, he will also embark on a nationwide tour in November to meet fans in perso…
Jae-Won Kim Leaves 'Morning Yard': A Farewell to a Familiar Face After nearly 30 years at KBS, anchor Jae-Won Kim is stepping down from his role as host of the beloved morning talk show Morning Yard . His official departure date i…
Maya, From Pop Star to Farmer Maya, once beloved for her chart-topping hit "Azalea Flower," has taken a dramatic turn in her life. Having stepped away from the glitz and pressure of Korean show business, the former singer and ac…
Implications of Song Hye-kyo's Retirement Remarks Recently, Song Hye-kyo, a leading Korean actress, made comments hinting at her future retirement, which surprised her fans. Although she spoke of a possibility two decades from now, the new…