‘Running Man’ returns to Malaysia after 7 years for fan event on Feb 15

The stars of the popular South Korean variety show Running Man will be coming to Malaysia on Feb 15 next year. Through the Running Man Run 2 U Live In Kuala Lumpur tour, the six main cast members of the show will take the stage at the Mines International Exhibition and Convention Centre (MIECC), Seri Kembangan, Kuala Lumpur. The...

Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook lead the charge in upcoming spy thriller ‘Harbin’

Harbin, which has been confirmed for a Christmas release in South Korea, is poised to redefine Korean cinema by reimagining the legendary historical figure Ahn Jung-geun with world-class visuals and sound. (The film is set to hit cinemas in Malaysia on Jan 2, 2025.) While Korean films revisiting the period of Japanese colonisation and the independence movement...

South Korea military brought live ammunition to parliament during martial law: Reports

SEOUL: Troops mobilised under the Dec 3 martial law decree brought with them thousands of rounds of live ammunition for their operations, reports revealed on Dec 17. The 707th Special Missions Group of the Army’s Special Warfare Command brought 3,960 live ammunition rounds, 1,980 blank rounds and 100 cartridges for stun guns when they were deployed...

South Korea looks to assuage tourists spooked by political chaos

SEOUL: South Korea is urging tourists to continue visiting the East Asian country, as also actively engaging with foreign governments regarding the safety of tour groups following political tensions triggered by a failed martial law attempt. "There is a slight concern that tourist arrivals may decline next year,” Culture Minister Yu In-Chon said in an interview...

China dad jailed for killing baby daughter by throwing her from flat during fight with wife

BEIJING (SCMP): A man in China was sentenced to four years in prison after he accidentally threw his six-month-old daughter out of their flat window, resulting in her death and sending shock waves through the community. A court in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region of Western China recently sentenced the father, surnamed Zhao, for manslaughter, as...

(Photo gallery) Less than martial: the South Korean political crisis in pictures

SEOUL: Whatever South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol thought of when he suddenly declared martial law on Tuesday (Nov 4), it didn't work. Less than 24 hours later, he has revoked the martial law after lawmakers defied him, and his own position now is in jeopardy. South Koreans hold signs reading "Expulsion of Yoon Suk Yeol" during...

Anwar, Yoon hold talks on Malaysia-South Korea ties

SEOUL: Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Monday met with South Korean President Yoon Suek Yeol at the Yongsan Presidential Office, here. The two leaders, accompanied by several ministers, held a bilateral meeting starting at 11.10am (10.10am Malaysian time) for about an hour where they touched on the achievements and progress made since both...

RIIZE Plummet On Brand Reputation Ranking List

Fans were surprised by the large drop.     For years, the Korea Brand Reputation Research Institute released monthly brand reputation rankings for Korean celebrities across different categories, including boy/girl groups as a whole and their members.  The lists are said to reflect which K-Pop groups and idols are the most popular at the given time based on data collected,...

DEAN Performs Unreleased Song, Announces Shocking Music Release Plans

Fans have been waiting for new DEAN for nearly a year.     For many who have been fans of K-Pop for a while, the name DEAN sparks many emotions. DEAN | Pinterest DEAN is a talented solo musician whose recent activities have left fans in a state of confusion. After releasing several hit songs, the artist seemingly disappeared, not resurfacing for around...

Disgraced Idol Surprisingly Booked And Busy Following Drug And Tax Evasion Scandals

He currently has a case in court.     Former SM Entertainment idol and JYJ member Park Yoochun has recently seen a massive uptick in his activities. Yoochun | C-JeS Entertainment Yoochun originally debuted as a member of TVXQ in 2003, but in 2009, he, along with Kim Junsu and Kim Jaejoong, filed an injunction against SM Entertainment to suspend their exclusive contracts. After an extended dispute, the two sides reached an agreement...