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'Squid Game Season 3' Premieres in New York: Director Hwang Dong-hyuk Promises No Disappointment
등록일2025.06.19
The Netflix series 'Squid Game' Season 3 made a sizzling debut with its first episode at a premiere event in New York on June 18th, local time, meeting fans from around the globe. Season 3 of 'Squid Game' delves into the story of Gi-hun, who re-enters the game with a personal mission only to lose his closest friend, the Front Man who infiltrated the game in disguise, and the final fate of the participants who survived the brutal game. Ahead of its global release on June 27th, 'Squid Game' Season 3's director Hwang Dong-hyuk, along with stars Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, YYim Si-wan, Park Sung-hoon, Kang Ae-shim, and Jo Yu-ri, attended the New York premiere. The New York premiere, held on the 18th, was a large-scale event that truly reflected the global popularity of 'Squid Game'. The event, which started with a pink carpet at The Plaza Hotel, featured director Hwang Dong-hyuk, Lee Jung-jae, Lee Byung-hun, Yim Si-wan, Park Sung-hoon, Kang Ae-shim, and Jo Yu-ri, who all greeted the cheering fans with smiles and energetic hellos, heating up the atmosphere. At The Paris Theater, a venue with a long history in New York, the first episode of 'Squid Game' Season 3 was screened for the first time in New York, adding a layer of exclusivity to the event. Before the screening, the director and actors expressed their gratitude to the fans and shared their hopes for the series, raising anticipation. Facing the New York fans, director Hwang Dong-hyuk said, We've done our best to bring Season 3 to you as soon as possible, and now we're finally here. In just 9 days, all episodes will be released. I promise you won't be disappointed, ramping up excitement for the final season. After the screening of the first episode, the audience filled the theater with applause and enthusiastic cheers, proving the hot response for Season 3. 'Squid Game' Season 3, which has already created unforgettable memories for fans worldwide, is set to elevate expectations with an even more intense storyline leading to a grand finale. 'Squid Game' Season 3 will be available on Netflix on June 27th. (SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)
IVE LIZ Graces the Cover of a Chinese Magazine, Showcasing Her Radiant Beauty
등록일2025.06.10
IVE's LIZ, has proven her global popularity by landing a solo cover on a renowned Chinese magazine. The Chinese magazine 'PowerCircles' recently unveiled through its official social media three cover versions and photo shoot cuts featuring LIZ for its June issue. In the released photos, LIZ perfectly embodies a 'Colorful Summer' theme, effortlessly transitioning between refreshing and dreamy moods to capture the essence of a vibrant summer. Notably, she showcased a sophisticated aura in a pink dress, a mystical and elegant vibe in a beaded dress, and captured the fresh feeling of early summer in a pastel blue two-piece, demonstrating her limitless ability to adapt to various concepts. Her stunning visuals, along with her ability to vary her expressions, poses, and gaze with each concept, left the staff on set in awe. Since debuting as a member of IVE in 2021, LIZ has been beloved for her doll-like features and exceptional vocal talent. She has proven her solid skills by performing OSTs such as 'Summer' for tvN's 'Love Your Enemy' and 'Heavy Love' for JTBC's 'Heavenly Ever After.' Recently, she has also gained attention for her high notes in IVE's third mini-album 'IVE EMPATHY' title track 'ATTITUDE,' heating up social media. With this magazine cover, LIZ has once again demonstrated her 'visual master' prowess, marking her first solo cover for a Chinese magazine since debut. Her outstanding ability to embody various concepts and her unique aura continue to attract a fervent following both domestically and internationally, raising anticipation for her future endeavors. Meanwhile, IVE, the group LIZ is a part of, releases their reality show '1.2.3 IVE Season 6' every Friday at 7:30 PM on their official YouTube channel. Photo = PowerCircles (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Kyung-youn)
'Squid Game Season 3' Trailer Hits 2 Million Views in a Day, Buzz & Curiosity Skyrocket
등록일2025.06.02
The main trailer for 'Squid Game' Season 3 has garnered nearly 2 million views just a day after its release. Netflix unveiled the main trailer for 'Squid Game' Season 3 along with 15 new press stills on the 1st. Season 3 of 'Squid Game' follows the story of 'Gi-hun', who re-enters the game with a personal agenda only to lose his best friend, the 'Front Man' who infiltrated the game in disguise, and the fates of the surviving participants in this brutal game. Starting with the eerily familiar nursery rhyme, Knock knock, who's there? It's me, a kid, the main trailer introduces the return of 'Young-hee' and the participants' terrified reactions behind the giant 'Young-hee' wearing floral tights. The opening teases how the signature elements of 'Squid Game', which turn childlike innocence into a battleground for survival, will unfold in Season 3. Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), who returned against his will, explodes in anger, asking, Why didn't you kill me? Why did you keep me alive? This scene poignantly conveys his deep guilt after losing his friend 'Jung-bae' (Lee Seo-hwan) following a failed rebellion. Meanwhile, the sight of the 'Front Man' (Lee Byung-hun), who has returned as the game's overseer from being a participant named 'Yeong-il', watching over Gi-hun, heightens the suspense about how he will change the game's dynamics. The introduction of a starry alley and a jump rope game raises curiosity about the innovative ideas that will surprise both participants and viewers. The intense confrontations among participants in extreme situations, the unpredictable plot twists, and the desperate pleas to stop the game showcase the unpredictable nature of what lies ahead. The return of Gi-hun, donning suit number 456, and the 'Front Man' revealing his identity to him with the words, Player 456, do you still have faith in people? escalates the anticipation for their final showdown. The newly released press stills capture the ongoing struggle for survival in 'Squid Game'. Gi-hun's sharp gaze in a suit raises questions about his ability to dismantle the game completely. The appearance of the 'Front Man' in a suit with the number 132 sparks curiosity about his new narrative. The stills of surviving participants 'Myeong-gi', 'Dae-ho' (Kang Ha-neul), 'Hyun-ju' (Park Sung-hoon), 'Yong-sik' (Yang Dong-geun), 'Geum-ja', 'Jun-hee', 'Nam-gyu' (Noh Jae-won) capture a range of emotions in different situations, drawing attention. The image of 'Kyung-seok' (Lee Jin-wook) clutching his stomach and facing off against a pink guard, along with 'Jun-ho' (Wi Ha-jun) looking at a game invitation marked with ○△□, fuels speculation about their fates and the crucial clues to the game's mysteries. The still of 'No-eul' (Park Gyu-young) aiming a gun after discarding a pink guard's mask hints at the unpredictable events to come. Lastly, the imposing presence of 'Young-hee' and the pink guards at the game's entrance ramps up excitement for the more intense and novel games ahead. The final game of 'Squid Game' Season 3 will be unveiled on Netflix on June 27th (Friday). (SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)
'The Haunted Palace' Yook Sung-jae & Kim Ji-yeon's Intense Lip Touch Sparks Romance
등록일2025.05.01
The electrifying skinship between Yook Sung-jae and Kim Ji-yeon in 'The Haunted Palace' has been captured, sending expectations for the romance soaring. Breaking its own viewership records each week and establishing itself as a blockbuster hit for weekend home entertainment, SBS's Friday-Saturday drama 'The Haunted Palace' (written by Yoon Soo-jung, directed by Yoon Sung-sik) is a fantasy romantic comedy that twists fate and souls. It tells the story of Yeori, a shaman who refuses her destiny as a medium, and Gangcheol, a serpent spirit trapped in the body of Yeori's first love, Yoon-gap, as they confront a vengeful eight-foot-tall ghost threatening the royal family. The fresh romance between the serpent spirit and the shaman, coupled with the rapid plot development and the mystery of the royal court along with a feast of Korean mythical creatures, has been generating hot buzz. The show's global popularity is also heating up. In its first week of airing, 'The Haunted Palace' topped the TV series category in Netflix South Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand, laying the foundation for a global sensation. It has since added number one titles on various global OTT platforms. It ranked first in the Asian genre on Japan's OTT platform Lemino (NTT Docomo), topped the drama category on Taiwan's OTT Hami Video, and achieved the highest rank on Vietnam's 'VieON'. Additionally, 'The Haunted Palace' claimed the top spot in viewer numbers during its first week on the global OTT platform Rakuten Viki, in 89 countries including the US, UK, France, and Australia, proving its immense global popularity beyond Asia to the Americas and Europe. Amidst this, the production team of 'The Haunted Palace' has released stills from the upcoming fifth episode, heightening anticipation with the palpable tension between Gangcheol (played by Yook Sung-jae) and Yeori (played by Kim Ji-yeon). In the stills, Gangcheol and Yeori are seen sharing a tense moment in the cramped space of a palanquin, barely a breath apart. Yeori is seen covering Gangcheol's mouth, while his gaze at her ignites a pink-hued tension. Furthermore, Gangcheol, as if enchanted, cautiously reaches towards Yeori's red lips. The atmosphere inside the palanquin, filled with what seems to be the sound of their beating hearts, is enough to make the viewer's heart race. The reason behind their shared ride in the palanquin and how their relationship will evolve raises curiosity. 'The Haunted Palace' will air its fifth episode on the 2nd (Friday) at 9:55 PM. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)
'Spring of Youth' Park Ji-hoo, The New 'Youth Rom-Com' Heroine Is Born
등록일2025.04.22
In Spring of Youth, Park Ji-hoo emerges as a romantic comedy heroine straight out of a comic book. Airing every Wednesday night at 10:40 PM, starting with special episodes on May 6th (Tuesday) and 7th (Wednesday), SBS's new drama Spring of Youth (written by Kim Min-chul, directed by Kim Sung-yong) is a youth music romance that follows the story of 'Sagye,' a star of the top K-pop band group, who gets kicked out of the team and, through twists and turns, starts college life where he fatefully meets 'Kim Bom' and makes a splendid comeback. Directed by Kim Sung-yong, known for The Veil and My Dearest, and produced by the 'band powerhouse' FNC in collaboration with the 'drama kingdom' SBS, Spring of Youth is spotlighted as the one and only 'youth music romance' following the legacy of the 2009 sensation You're Beautiful. The combination of young actors Ha Yoo-jun, Park Ji-hoo, and Lee Seung-hyub is expected to double the fun of this youth drama with its heart-fluttering charm. On the 22nd, the team behind Spring of Youth unveiled the first look of Park Ji-hoo transforming into her character, Kim Bom. Captured scenes highlight Kim Bom's (played by Park Ji-hoo) spirited, lively, and bold charm. First off, Kim Bom, wearing a white shirt and a pink knit vest, showcases her pure visual dominance on campus with her radiant eyes and clear skin, and as a music prodigy and top graduate of Hanju University's Practical Music department, she shines with concentration while playing the keyboard. Moreover, Kim Bom, wearing a mascot costume and showing the true face of a 'pro part-timer,' reveals her playful side by taking off the costume and making a cute face. At home, she ties her hair tightly and shows a determined expression, embodying the resilience of a rom-com heroine. Park Ji-hoo shared, I got to read the script through a great opportunity and met Bom through a meeting with the director, revealing how she came to join Spring of Youth. She also expressed her affection for her character, Kim Bom, saying, She's a musical genius who loves music very, very much. It's heartbreaking to see her struggle to make ends meet by working various part-time jobs every day, but she never gives up and eventually perseveres in a very cool and bold way. Park Ji-hoo added, I'm thrilled to greet you with a work that perfectly matches this beautiful season. 'Spring of Youth' is a production where everyone shot happily in a laughter-filled environment, and I sincerely hope that energy of youth reaches the viewers as well. Lastly, Park Ji-hoo sent a message as a promotional fairy, I hope you can feel the passion and purity of the characters in 'Spring of Youth,' and share in their warmth and joy. I wish for a spring full of blossoms to come into the lives and hearts of the viewers. Please look forward to it with lots of love and make sure to catch the premiere. The production team praised, Park Ji-hoo is an actress with solid acting skills and a delicate expressiveness that breathes life into her character, and encouraged, Expect a refreshing acting transformation from Park Ji-hoo in 'Spring of Youth,' perfectly suited for her age. Episodes 1 and 2 of Spring of Youth will air consecutively on May 6th (Tuesday) and 7th (Wednesday) at 10:40 PM, followed by weekly broadcasts every Wednesday night at the same time. (SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)
'Running Man' Ji Ye-eun Reacts to Kim Jong-kook's Comment on Losing Weight
등록일2025.03.17
How did Kim Jong-kook react to the news of Ji Ye-eun's cosmetic procedure? On March 16 episode of SBS 'Running Man,' the cast members showcased their spring fashion in celebration of the new season. During the episode, the members were surprised to see Kim Jong-kook wearing a pink hoodie. They exclaimed, What's going on? People shouldn't change like this. Kim Jong-kook explained, I was told to wear it, indicating it was not his choice. Yu Jae-seok, observing the situation, joked, Are you trying to change your image? Trying to move away from being the 'plastic bag guy'? which brought laughter to the set. Later, Ji Suk-jin shared the news about Ji Ye-eun's laser procedure. Upon hearing this, HAHA commented, What? Really?! Your charm comes from your double chin though! expressing his disappointment. In response, Kim Jong-kook advised, Just lose weight, which prompted Ji Ye-eun to retort, Why do you have to say it like that? Her serious reaction caused everyone to burst into laughter. (SBS Entertainment News | Kim Hyo-jung)
Son Na-eun Victimized by Phone Hacking... I Responded to Financial Demands Once, but They Keep Threatening
등록일2025.02.13
[SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae] Former Apink member and actress Son Na-eun has been targeted by phone hacking and is now facing threats, prompting her agency to take legal action. On the 12th, her agency YG Entertainment announced, Recently, an incident occurred where Son Na-eun's personal phone was hacked. They continued, The hacker demanded money in exchange for not disclosing illegally obtained data, and Son Na-eun, wanting to avoid causing harm to her family and friends, complied once. However, the hacker did not stop there and is now demanding additional money while continuing to threaten her, they explained. The agency emphasized, The actress is suffering significant mental distress, as the hacker has even contacted her family, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. This case is already under formal investigation by the police, and we will take strong legal action against any criminal activities related to invasion of privacy and threats, they stated firmly. Son Na-eun debuted as a member of Apink in 2011 and has been active as an actress since leaving the group in 2022. She recently made a special appearance in JTBC's 'Oksibuinjeon,' playing a crucial role in the storyline. [SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae] (SBS Star)
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