Yoo Jae Suk jokes about Kwanghee and his fake scandal on MBC’s “Infinite Challenge.”The cast continues their “Relay Toon” series, where a member teams up with a webtoon artist to make their own comic, and the next team picks up where their story left. The July 23 episode of the show features the team of Kwanghee and artist Yoon Tae Ho.Before revealing the latest webtoon, Yoo Jae Suk mentions Kwanghee’s fake scandal from the previous episode, where the members trick Kwanghee into confessing he was the “Infinite Challenge” member allegedly spotted with a woman in his car in Apgujeong.Yoo Jae Suk says, “‘Infinite Challenge’ and its viewers have a close relationship, but no one gave a single bit of interest towards Kwanghee’s scandal.”Haha chimes in, “It didn’t become an issue at all.”Yoo Jae Suk continues, “What’s scarier is that his agency moved quickly to deny it, but no one talked about the scandal,” cracking up all the members.Source: http://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=468&aid=0000173266

Former BEAST member Jang Hyunseung will be resuming his entertainment activities with an appearance on the second episode of Mnet’s “Hit the Stage.”Cube Entertainment said on July 24, “Jang Hyunseung is taking part in ‘Hit the Stage’ filming today.”Regarding continued appearances on the show, Cube said, “There is a chance for a second appearance on the show. For now, however, it’s just a single appearance and we’re not thinking about a second recording.”On Jang Hyunseung’s solo album, Cube said that while it is being discussed, nothing has been decided.”The first episode of “Hit the Stage” airs on July 27, and will feature Hyoyeon, Taemin, Bora, Hoya, U-Kwon, Shownu, Momo, and Ten.Confirmed to join Jang Hyunseung on the second episode are I.O.I’s Kim Chungha, BIGSTAR’s Feeldog, and Stephanie.Source: http://entertain.naver.com/ranking/read?oid=213&aid=0000893696

Musical actress Jung Sun Ah has complimented her former co-star Junsu (XIA) of JYJ on his acting chops!Jung Sun Ah appeared on July 23’s episode of the radio show “2 O’Clock Escape Cultwo Show” to promote the musical “Wicked,” along with fellow actresses Ivy and Park Hye Na.Jung Sun Ah is a well known musical actress in Korea, and she’s asked by the hosts which of her co-stars she thinks was the best. “Rather than just going by looks, I think the best actors are ones that I really gel with,” she replies.“Junsu and I really worked well together,” she says. “I’m older than him, but I also learned a lot from him as an actor, particularly about how to express sadness and happiness.”Jung Sun Ah and Junsu have shown off their chemistry while performing in the musicals “Mozart!” and “Dracula.”Source: http://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=311&aid=0000632280

Several celebrities are confirmed for a new special of MBC’s “Real Men!”On July 23, it was announced that television personality Julian Quintart will join the previously confirmed lineup of singer Seo In Young, actress Lee Si Young, and singer Solbi, who are entering the Republic of Korea’s Naval Education and Training Command for five days beginning July 25.This upcoming special marks the first ever co-ed batch of trainees to feature on “Real Men.”Producing director Kim Min Jong states, “The Naval Education and Training Command itself is comprised of 20 percent women. We are currently discussing how to configure the composition of the current members.”Julian Quintart is a Belgian national who is fluent in Korean and has appeared on various television programs after he was first introduced on JTBC’s “Abnormal Summit.”Viewers are anticipating how the liberal Julian Quintart and the strong-minded Seo In Young, Lee Si Young, and Solbi will struggle with and adapt to the military culture of Korea through “Real Men.”Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20160723n06753?mid=n1008

Daebak becomes starstruck and speechless in front of his idol!On July 23, the staff of KBS2’s “The Return of Superman” reveal photos of Daebak getting to meet Carrie noona from “TV Kindergarten,” a recent favorite show of his.Upon seeing the beautiful Carrie, Daebak’s mouth drops open and he becomes unable to speak.He showers his Carrie noona with love and attention, while Lee Dong Gook cannot help but laugh at the adorable sight of his son observing Carrie’s every move and smiling sheepishly at her.Daebak continues gazing fondly at Carrie, unable to take his eyes off her even while they snap photos to commemorate the moment.Daebak’s meeting with his celebrity crush airs on the July 24 episode of “The Return of Superman.”Source: http://www.insight.co.kr/newsRead.php?ArtNo=69393

Singer Jay Park reveals the reason he always goes topless for his performances.On the July 22 episode of KBS2’s “Yoo Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook,” he and Ugly Duck appear as guests and captivate the audiences with their upbeat performances.During the interview, Jay Park is asked why he takes his shirt off on every show. He replies, “If I don’t take it off, the audience screams at me to.”He cracks up the viewers on set when he comments, “At this rate, I’ll be taking off my shirt even when I become a grandfather.”During the episode, Jay Park is also all praises for Ugly Duck, an artist under his label AOMG, with whom he collaborates for the album “Scene Stealers.”He shares, “I didn’t like people with beards but now I do, thanks to Ugly Duck. He’s someone who makes music with depth. His music fits him well and has authenticity.”Source: http://www.insight.co.kr/newsRead.php?ArtNo=69387

With Wonder Girls promoting their new album and song “Why So Lonely,” many have been curious about how Sunye has been doing.New photos of Sunye have been posted on various online community sites updating fans with what she’s been up to.In the photos, she holds her two daughters and smiles. She holds her older daughter in one arm and her younger daughter who was born in April 2016 in her other arm.Sunye got married in January 2013 and gave birth to her first daughter in October the same year.The singer continues to keep in touch with Wonder Girls members and show support for them as well.Source: http://www.insight.co.kr/newsRead.php?ArtNo=69399

Shots of Park Bo Gum and Kim Yoo Jung sharing a heart fluttering moment have been released on social media.On July 21, the official Instagram for KBS’s “Moonlight Drawn By Clouds” released pictures of the two actors with a description, “A small preview has been revealed where the crown prince and Ra On meet in a small space, with their eyes meeting. What kind of scene do you think this is?”In the released image, Park Bo Gum and Kim Yoo Jung are trapped inside a dirt pit where the two actors share a chemistry filled moment. Another image shows Park Bo Gum with Kim Yoo Jung in his arms as he lifts her up.

Following the news of Han Hye Jin appearing in a special cameo for “Doctors,” the drama has revealed still cuts of the actress.Han Hye Jin’s character is Jo Soo Ji who suffers from locked-in syndrome due to falling on stairs. Locked-in syndrome is a medical condition which results in physical paralysis but consciousness and the ability to make some eye movements remains.The still cuts show Han Hye Jin dressed up as a patient and connected to a respirator. The man by her bedside is none other than Jo Dal Hwan who is also making a special cameo.The upcoming episode will feature Hong Ji Hong (Kim Rae Won) and Yoo Hye Jung (Park Shin Hye) performing surgery on the patient and overcoming barriers in love as well.Source: http://sports.donga.com/3/all/20160723/79344044/1

Singer Bada has revealed that she has scrapped all the footage for her planned music video.On July 22, a source from her agency said, “After discussion, we decided to completely eliminate the music video and promote her new song without a video at all. A lot of money went into the shooting but the quality could not be salvaged. Bada is also very disappointed in the result.”Bada is scheduled to make a comeback on July 26, now without a music video. Her new single was produced by hit maker Yoon Il Sang and is said to have a refreshing melody and interesting lyrics.Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20160722n24312

Min Hyo Rin has finally completed her dream!The July 22 episode of “Sister’s Slam Dunk” recorded its highest ratings yet, achieving 7.8 percent according to Nielsen Korea. For seven episodes in a row, the show has been No. 1 in its time slot.The episode also featured the end of the Unnies project after their first (and last) performance on “Music Bank.” After the performance, Min Hyo Rin found it hard to leave the stage and exchanged hugs with the other members.In the end she even shed tears, calling her father and giving her castmates hand-written letters and hand-picked gifts. All the other members also cried after seeing the actress’ affection and hard work.“I couldn’t help crying,” Min Hyo Rin said in the interview. “My dream really came true. I wish today wouldn’t end.”Source: http://news.nate.com/view/20160723n05928?mid=n0107

Actor Son Ho Joon is officially a bona fide member of YG family!On July 23, YG Entertainment announced that Son Ho Joon has sealed the deal and signed an exclusive contract with the entertainment agency.Son Ho Joon will be joining fellow “Three Meals a Day” cast members Cha Seung Won and Nam Joo Hyuk as well as top actors Kang Dong Won, Lee Jong Suk, Kim Hee Ae, and Choi Ji Woo at YG Entertainment.Son Ho Joon first debuted as an idol but rose to fame through his acting in “Reply 1994.” He has also been receiving a lot of love through his appearances in variety shows like “Youth Over Flowers” and “Three Meals a Day.”Source: http://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=109&aid=0003362100

Lee Jong Suk, star of the new MBC drama “W,” shines in his latest pictorial with fashion magazine W for its August issue. The theme of his photo shoot was “well-known and unknown.”Through photos with splashes of color as well as black-and-white photos, Lee Jong Suk conveys the duality of fame and a longing for peacefulness, which is his fate as an actor.In one of the pictures revealed from the shoot, the actor is dressed in black pants and a white turtleneck pullover, bringing out the darkness of his eyebrows and his striking appearance.The actor radiates with charm in another photo, where he dons a chic knitted cardigan and gazes earnestly at the camera.In an interview, Lee Jong Suk discusses his role in “W” as Kang Chul, a character from inside a webtoon. He shares, “I don’t act differently in the realms of reality and the webtoon. Because Kang Chul is a fictional character, I consider it my role to show a sense of difference.”He continues, “I think that’s something I’m good at. I’m confident when it comes to getting rid of cheesiness. It’s difficult this time, so I’m working hard.”Source: http://entertain.naver.com/photo/read?oid=008&aid=0003715832&cid=846241

The production companies behind the upcoming joint Korean-Chinese film adaptation of the webtoon “Cheese in the Trap” are on the hunt for the perfect lead to star opposite Park Hae Jin!Representatives from the Korean-Chinese production teams announced on July 22 that they will be holding public auditions for the role of Hong Seol in the “Cheese in the Trap” film. They will be starting the first round of the application process in early August, in both Korea and China.Applicants are currently limited to those who are currently working as actors, or have acting experience in the past.Park Hae Jin, the star of the controversial tvN drama adaptation of the webtoon from earlier this year, has already been confirmed to be taking on the role of the male lead Yoo Jung in the film as well. Kim Go Eun played Hong Seol in the drama, but does not appear to be considering reprising the role.It has been reported that the production team is currently finalizing a contract with the as-of-yet unnamed actor playing Baek In Ho, who was played by Seo Kang Joon in the 2016 drama adaptation.Source: http://www.insight.co.kr/newsRead.php?ArtNo=69275

During the interview, he talks about his most recent drama production, tvN’s “Dear My Friends,” and reveals, “As expected, there’s a lot I learned by closely watching Kim Hye Ja, who played my mother. Even if a shot shows only her feet and legs, she still acts with her whole body, down to her facial expressions. I realized that I had to work harder and concentrate more on my own acting.”However, the actor clarifies that he is not exceptionally greedy, nor has he ever felt himself to be. He explains, “I do think that I have to succeed when I set my mind to something, but I stop at being satisfied with myself.”He also discusses the huge amount of affection he has for SBS’s “Running Man,” which he’s been a cast member of since its conception in 2010. He simply says, “If I didn’t encounter ‘Running Man,’ then I don’t think I could be more, or even as happy, as I am now.”Source: http://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=109&aid=0003361588&gid=999339&cid=1019653

Hit rookie girl group TWICE will soon be making an appearance on the classic KBS variety show “2 Days & 1 Night”!On the afternoon of July 22, a source from KBS’s variety production team confirmed that the group was in the midst of filming the show along with the cast in a town in North Gyeongsang Province.The source states that as they were still filming the episode, they could not reveal anything about their appearance, but asks that we find out for ourselves when it airs. The episode is expected to air on July 31.Unfortunately, as member Momo was participating in a press conference for Mnet’s new dance survival show “Hit the Stage” on July 22, she was not able to participate in filming. It’s reported that the remaining eight members will all be making an appearance.As the cast members have mentioned before that they’d like TWICE to appear as guests, they must be thrilled!Source: http://entertain.naver.com/now/read?oid=382&aid=0000489744