
Actress Kim Hae-yoon has boldly transformed her hair to blonde. Recently, Kim Hae-yoon showcased an unprecedented visual in a photoshoot for the fashion and lifestyle magazine 'COSMOPOLITAN.' With a cool gaze, bold hair styling, and makeup she tried for the first time, she perfectly executed the direction of the photoshoot and received praise from the staff on set. After the shoot, an interview was conducted. She said, 'There were many new images I tried for the first time today, so I was able to enjoy the shoot throughout.' At the fan meeting 'Season of Hypeppiness' held on the 7th of this month, she presented a charming stage from ILLIT's 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE' to the 'Soda Pop' challenge, receiving cheers from fans. 'It was a stage where I could fully showcase what I wanted to do. I prepared a lot to share my energy with everyone, including songs, dances, and various segments. When I got on stage, I saw many lovely gazes from the fans, which gave me even more strength,' she expressed her affection for her fans. Recently, she played the role of a nine-tailed fox named Uno in the drama 'I Became a Human Today,' displaying her vibrant charm, and she is set to appear in a movie for the first time in four years. The horror film 'Salmok Pond,' depicting the experiences of a filming team facing an unidentified entity reflected in a reservoir, is set to be released in South Korea on April 8. Kim Hae-yoon explained, 'The character I play, Su-in, is the team leader who leads the filming team. Unlike other characters, she is not the type to openly show emotional changes, so I needed to express emotions delicately through my gaze and expressions.' She continued, 'This character always maintains self-control, does not show emotions, and wears only monochrome clothing. Her expressions are always close to expressionless. In other words, I think the gaze was the most important aspect of portraying Su-in. I tried to express her sense of responsibility and rationality through my gaze.' Following 'Salmok Pond,' Kim Hae-yoon has confirmed interesting upcoming projects including the movie 'Land,' the drama 'Good Partner 2,' and a spin-off of the variety show 'Sister's House Direct Delivery.' Regarding her active career, she said, 'When I first started acting, I had a strong desire for roles. I wanted to play this role, and then I wanted to play more important roles, the lead. I had goals to move forward like that. Looking back at what motivated me then, I feel that the works I encountered at that age were only possible because of who I was at that time. So now, I think of my works as a diary. I want to leave traces of myself at every moment in my works.' She passionately spoke about her love for acting. Kim Hae-yoon, who has played various characters, said, 'When I was in university, I had an assignment to write a self-introduction. At that time, I expressed myself as 'the representative of Korea.' It wasn't because I thought I was great or competing with others, but because there are athletes who continue to update their records, and I likened myself to that. I want to explore my limits while challenging new characters and break through them.' Finally, when asked what message she would like to convey to herself, she said, 'I am strict with myself regarding acting, but I cherish the person Kim Hae-yoon. When I am alone, I often praise myself. So, whenever I finish filming or feel tired, I try to find what I love and do that for myself. The job of an actor involves living as other people, so I think there are times when I can lose myself. That's why I try to listen to my own voice.' • Kim Hae-yoon's Osaka fan meeting was canceled at the last minute due to 'various circumstances on the organizer's side.' • [PHOTO] Kim Hae-yoon departs for Japan for the fan meeting (video available).
ILLIT is set to release their new album 'MAMIHLAPINATAPAI' on April 30, after a successful concert in Seoul. The title track is 'It's Me.' The unique album title, derived from a Yaghan word, reflects deep emotional connections. Fans eagerly anticipate their upcoming tour across Japan and Hong Kong.
ILLIT has been awarded Best 3 New Artist (Asia) at the 40th Japan Gold Disc Awards. This follows their previous achievements, including three awards for 'Magnetic'. They gained popularity with their original song 'Almond Chocolate' and are set to embark on their first live tour, starting in Seoul and continuing in Japan.
HYBE has announced the first lineup for the 2026 Weverse Con Festival, set for June 6-7 in Seoul. The lineup includes 10 artists, such as &TEAM, CORTIS, and PLAVE, showcasing a variety of genres and generations in the music scene. The festival promises exciting performances and new music from these artists.
On the morning of the 6th, a collaboration event between fashion brand Rockfish Weatherwear and ILLIT took place in Seoul's Seongdong District, attended by ILLIT members Iroha and Wonhee. Additionally, Wonhee's collaboration with the cosmetics brand 'rom&nd' was announced, and Hikorohee will appear as a studio cast member on the new audition show 'WORLD SCOUT: THE FINAL PIECE', with comments from LE SSERAFIM and others.
On the afternoon of the 26th, a photo wall event for the launch of ESTEE LAUDER's new products was held at Central City in Gangnam, Seoul. Celebrities such as IU, GOT7's Jinyoung, ILLIT's Mocha, Moon Sang-min, and Lee Sa-be attended. The event featured sweet moments from IU and Byung Woosuk's new drama and the main poster for GOT7's Jinyoung and Kim Min-ju's new drama 'Shining.'
The judges for the audition show 'WORLD SCOUT: THE FINAL PIECE' have been revealed, featuring notable figures from HYBE and Geffen Records. They aim to discover a single star through rigorous evaluations of candidates. The show will air weekly starting February 24, 2026, on ABEMA SPECIAL.
ILLIT greets fans for the Lunar New Year, expressing gratitude for their support over the years. They hope fans enjoy time with loved ones and wish for their health and happiness. The group is set to embark on their first tour, 'ILLIT LIVE『PRESS START♥』', starting March 14 in Seoul and covering seven cities including Hong Kong.
The audition show 'WORLD SCOUT: THE FINAL PIECE' by HYBE x Geffen Records aims to discover a global star by 2026, featuring talents like Hikorohee and others. The show promises intense competition and emotional stories of the contestants, as they strive to become the final member of a new girl group.
ILLIT's first Japanese single 'Toki yo Tomare' has achieved gold certification from the Japan Record Association, marking a major milestone for the group. The single features four tracks, including 'Topping' and 'Almond Chocolate,' and has topped various Japanese music charts. Their new songs continue to gain attention, including 'Bubee,' the opening theme for the upcoming anime 'Mahou no Shimai Lulut Lily.'
ABEMA will launch 'WORLD SCOUT: THE FINAL PIECE' on February 24, 2026, an audition show by HYBE and Geffen Records to discover talent for a new girl group. The show features notable cast members and aims to find one standout artist from Japan, showcasing the intersection of top talent and production.
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