Kim Min, Chuwon, Bomin from Golden Child, Cho Yuri from IZ*ONE, and NCT WISH will participate in the '2024 Asia Artist Awards' (hereafter '2024 AAA'). It was announced that five groups will participate in the '2024 AAA' held on December 27 at Impact Challenger Hall in Bangkok, Thailand, promising an ultra-luxurious lineup. Kim Min has showcased excellent acting in films such as 'Crime City NO WAY OUT', 'Smuggling 1970', Netflix's 'The Delivery Man - The Savior of the End', and Disney+'s 'Casino' and 'The Hitmen's Store', gaining recognition. With charismatic visuals and aura, he has secured a strong fan base and is loved by fans in Korea and abroad. Jo Yuri, who shows a strong presence as both an actor and singer, is greatly loved for her solid live performances and unique refreshing charm. She will appear in Netflix's 'Squid Game' Season 2, showcasing her versatility. Chuwon has demonstrated limitless acting in works like 'Bread King Kim Takgu', 'Kakushitaru', 'Good Doctor', 'Yongpali - I Want to Deliver Love to You', 'Alice', and 'The Midnight Studio', proving his unique strength. He is expected to deliver deep resonance and heartfelt echoes through the recently confirmed movie 'Firefighter'. Bomin, who debuted as Golden Child in 2017, has solidified his status as an actor with recognized acting skills in 'A-TEEN2', 'Melting Me Softly', '18 Again', and 'Shadow Beauty'. Recently, he was officially invited to the '29th Busan International Film Festival' for the movie 'The Haunted Train' and is set to meet viewers in the webtoon-based drama 'Spirit Fingers'. NCT WISH has surpassed 800,000 pre-orders for their 1st mini-album 'Steady', breaking their own record for first-week sales of debut artists this year, topping major Korean record charts, achieving their first win on a terrestrial music program after debut, and ranking first on Apple Music's Top Albums in Korea and QQ Music's Korean Music Weekly Chart in China, proving they are a 'growing group'. The '2024 AAA', organized by Starnews and co-hosted by the AAA organizing committee, MOTIVE PRODUCTION, and BOX LIVE, will be hosted by Ryu Jun Yeol, IVE's Wonyoung, and ZEROBASEONE's Song Han Bin. Fans worldwide are gathering interest in the unique chemistry the three will showcase, which has never been seen before. Prior to this, singers NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, BIBI, EXO's Suho, ZEROBASEONE, KISS OF LIFE, WHIB, NCT 127, QWER, TWS, WayV, &TEAM, and actors Kim Soo Hyun, Kim Hae Yoon, Park Min Young, Byun Woo Seok, Ahn Bo Hyun, and Chang Da Ah have confirmed their attendance, generating a hot response. The lineup will continue to be announced.
On the afternoon of the 21st, a production announcement for the short-form drama 'My Little Chef' was held at Starfield Atrium in Goyang, Gyeonggi-do. Stars including former April member Naeun, Bomin from Golden Child, Kim Doah from FANATICS, and Hyunseok from CIX attended. E11iVYN also performed a celebratory stage on the same day.
On the afternoon of the 20th, a press conference for the new K-drama 'Spirit Fingers' was held at the Shocking K-POP Center in Mapo, Seoul. The drama, starring Park Ji-hoo, Cho Jun-young, Golden Child's Bomin, Park Yoo-na, and Lee Jin-wook, is based on a webcomic with over 1.1 billion views, depicting a high school girl's adventure in finding her unique color through a quirky art group.
On MBC's 'Radio Star', Kim Ji-hoon shared his dream of becoming a singer, recalling his time as an SM trainee. Despite shifting to acting, he still aspires to sing, inspired by Park Hyo-shin. He practices diligently and refuses to release music he doesn't believe in, promising to sing on a future episode.
On October 15, a charity event for the 20th Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign took place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul. The event featured numerous K-pop stars, including members of BTS, BIGBANG, and Stray Kids, as well as popular actors, creating a glamorous atmosphere. The event highlighted the importance of breast cancer awareness and showcased the unity of the entertainment industry.
On the afternoon of the 15th, a charity event for the 20th Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign was held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul, attended by K-pop artists including aespa, IVE's Wonyoung, Yujin, LE SSERAFIM's Kim Chaewon, and others. The event highlighted the importance of awareness and support for breast cancer.
The Korean film 'Hear Me: Our Summer' portrays the sparkle of youthful love and life's dilemmas, featuring Hong Kyung and No Yoon Seo. It opens in Japan on September 26, 2025. The story follows Yongjun, who falls for Yorum, a swimmer with a hearing disability, as they navigate their feelings and dreams amidst summer adventures.
Yena, formerly of IZ*ONE, shared her thoughts on collaborating with Jin from BTS during an MBC variety show. She expressed surprise at being chosen for the song 'Loser' and described her experience as world-class, especially enjoying the hospitality she received, including delicious meals. She humorously noted that while the stage and fans were amazing, the food stood out to her.
On MBN's 'Dongmakase', Kwon Eunbi shared her heartfelt story of gratitude towards her brother, who secretly helped fund her education. She fulfilled her promise by covering all costs for his wedding, showcasing her love and commitment to family. Despite her success, she respects her brother's independence and refrains from offering further help, highlighting their strong bond.
The Korean film 'Hear Me: Our Summer', releasing in Japan on September 26, 2025, beautifully portrays youthful love and life's uncertainties. It features unique communication through sign language, focusing on emotional connections rather than words. The film has received positive acclaim for its fresh storytelling and sound design.
Choi Yena, former member of IZ*ONE, was officially invited to Louis Vuitton's Spring/Summer 2026 women's collection in Paris. She impressed with a stylish black and white outfit and debuted a new short haircut. The event featured many celebrities, and Yena participated in photo sessions, showcasing her versatility as she continues to shine in music and acting.
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