Red Velvet's Seulgi, Joy, and Irene return to Korea after the SMTOWN LIVE concert in Bangkok, while NCT's Johnny shares his thoughts on a new show.

On the afternoon of the 29th, the CARLYN flagship store opened in Donggyo-dong, Mapo District, Seoul, attended by celebrities including BTOB's Sungjae, IVE's Iso, Red Velvet's Wendy, and Thai actors Emmy & Bonnie. Sungjae expressed admiration for Lee Dong-wook, his co-star in 'Goblin', and Iso from IVE made a cute appearance at the opening event.

Joy of Red Velvet recently shared photos from her trip to Japan on Instagram, featuring her in a leopard print cami and black cardigan. The photos highlight her impressive visuals. Previously, she and her boyfriend CRUSH posted pictures from Japan on the same day, sparking interest. They confirmed their relationship in August 2021 after collaborating on a song in 2020.

NCT's Doyoung serves as a life ambassador for the 'Destiny Guardian Project,' donating 100 million won to aid suicide prevention for military personnel and their families. He emphasizes hope and resilience, aiming to reduce suicide rates by 1,000 by 2026. The foundation plans effective support measures, highlighting the importance of mental health.

To celebrate its 50th anniversary, fashion media JJ is releasing a special edition featuring NCT's Yuta on the cover. Pre-orders are available until May 31, 2026, on the Kokode Books website. The edition includes exclusive interviews, event reports from JJ50th Anniversary Fest 2026, and special features with past models Anna Umemiya and Rika.

During his appearance as a special MC on KBS's 'The Boss's Ears are Donkey Ears,' NCT's Taeyong confidently stated he believes he ranks first among SM's visuals. When asked if he could surpass seniors like EXO and TVXQ, he humorously replied that he would contact them individually later, making the audience laugh.

At the Seoul Jazz Festival, Te Young and Hee Chan delivered an electrifying 60-minute performance, featuring solo songs and a special unit stage. Hee Chan opened with 'Camera Lights' and showcased tracks from his debut album, while Te Young energized the crowd with songs from his first full album 'WYLD'. They expressed joy in performing together and ended with an encore of 'PADO'.

ABEMA is streaming a variety of Korean dramas, including free limited-time series and new releases. Highlights include 'Azure Spring' starring Red Velvet's Yeri, romantic comedies, and human dramas that explore love and personal growth. Viewers can enjoy these shows during their free time, with all episodes available for free until specified dates.

NCT's Taeyong unveiled the music video for his title track 'WYLD' from his first full album today. SM Entertainment highlighted Taeyong's intense charisma and wild energy, inspired by the instinctive movements of animals, creating an immersive experience. The album 'WYLD' was also released today.

In a recent episode of MBC's 'I Live Alone', Red Velvet's Joy discussed her pursuit of dog grooming certification. She started attending grooming school after finishing a drama, motivated by her love for dogs and the desire for a backup career. Joy has been studying for two months and is preparing for her written exam in July, finding the experience enjoyable despite the challenges.

Irene from Red Velvet and actor Kim Jae-won have gained attention for their unexpected connection, highlighted in a challenge video after Irene's comeback with her new album. Despite a 10-year age gap and different careers, they revealed a familial link, sparking reactions online about how small the world is. Irene also achieved her first solo music show win on 'Music Bank' with 'Biggest Fan', hosted by Kim Jae-won, who is currently active as an MC and recently starred in 'Yumi's Cells 3'.