Ahn Hyo Seop will become a wax figure at Madame Tussauds. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, a brand under Merlin Entertainment Group, announced today (the 7th) that 'the wax figure of actor Ahn Hyo Seop, who has gained worldwide popularity through the SBS drama “Office Blind Date,” will be displayed at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, where wax figures of global stars are exhibited.' His wax figure is confirmed to be displayed in Singapore following Hong Kong. Various tours are planned to follow. It is unusual to confirm exhibitions in two countries at the initial stage. He plans to donate the costume he wore as Kang Tae-moo in “Office Blind Date” for the wax figure, providing a special opportunity to experience a romantic proposal up close in Hong Kong and Singapore. Ahn Hyo Seop has gained fame worldwide through various works such as “Office Blind Date,” “Someday,” “Romantic Doctor Kim,” and “Hong Chun Gi.” He is currently awaiting the release of the movie “From the Perspective of a All-Knowing Reader.” Additionally, he will hold fan meetings at Blue Square Mastercard Hall in Seoul on November 9 at 6 PM and November 10 at 4 PM. Wade Chan, General Manager of Merlin Entertainment Hong Kong, stated, 'I have seen the diverse characters of actor Ahn Hyo Seop on screen and am well aware of his efforts behind the scenes. I am honored to collaborate with this passionate star and would be happy if all attendees could support the development of the K-Wave Zone together next year.' Ahn Hyo Seop's new wax figure is set to be unveiled in the first quarter of 2025. After the launch, it will be displayed in Hong Kong for a certain period before moving to Singapore to be showcased to more fans.
BLACKPINK is preparing for their comeback, with YG Entertainment announcing that they will start filming a new music video this week. They express gratitude to fans and assure that the album is in its final stages for musical perfection. Following their successful single 'JUMP,' which topped charts and broke streaming records, anticipation for the new album is high. BLACKPINK is currently on their world tour 'DEADLINE,' with upcoming performances in Asia, including a concert at Tokyo Dome in January 2026.
On the afternoon of the 17th, BLACKPINK left for Taiwan through Gimpo Business Aviation Center for their concert in Kaohsiung as part of their world tour. This article is based on local media coverage. Please note that there may be variations in the photos. Additionally, YG hinted at a possible new album release in December, and a list of the top 250 great songs of the 21st century was announced, featuring K-POP hits from BTS to NewJeans.
The Korean Ministry of Culture will hold the 'Popular Culture Arts Production Staff Awards' and 'Korea Popular Culture Arts Awards' on Oct 22-23, celebrating artists and production teams. The awards recognize significant contributions to K-content, with notable winners including G-DRAGON and teams from hit dramas like 'Otsukaresama'.
BLACKPINK's new album production is in its final stages, with YG Entertainment confirming that they are striving for high quality. The album, their first since 'BORN PINK' in September 2022, is now expected to be released in mid-December, following a schedule change from the original October or November target. Fans are eagerly anticipating this long-awaited comeback.
Lisa from BLACKPINK revealed her fan feelings for actor Lee Chaemin by sharing a scene from the hit drama 'The Chef of Tyrant' on her Instagram. The drama, which ended recently, featured a fantasy romance and achieved a peak rating of 17%. Fans reacted enthusiastically to Lisa's post, noting her rare openness about her admiration. Currently, Lisa is on her world tour 'DEADLINE' and is rumored to be dating Frederick Arnaud, though neither has confirmed their relationship.
Lisa from BLACKPINK is reportedly considering a role in the Netflix film 'Extraction: Taigo,' featuring Ma Dong-seok. This follows her acting debut in HBO's 'The White Lotus' Season 3. Her surprise appearance at the 30th Busan International Film Festival has generated excitement for her future acting endeavors.
Jisoo from BLACKPINK revealed her feelings about collaborating with ZAYN, expressing her hopes for their new song to touch many hearts. She shared photos on Instagram, showing their close bond and fun moments together. Jisoo thanked ZAYN for the precious time spent together and his kindness, highlighting the release of their new track 'EYES CLOSED (Feat. ZAYN)'.
Jisoo from BLACKPINK has released her new single 'EYES CLOSED' featuring ZAYN, along with a music video. This marks her first solo single in 8 months since her debut album 'AMORTAGE.' The collaboration has garnered significant attention from fans, highlighting their unique vocal styles. Jisoo continues to evolve as a solo artist while also being active with BLACKPINK's world tour.
Rosé from BLACKPINK celebrated Bruno Mars' birthday on Instagram with a heartfelt message and a photo from their collaboration on 'APT.' Recently, she also expressed gratitude for their duet winning 'Song of the Year' at the 2025 MTV VMAs. However, she faced backlash over a photo controversy involving ELLE UK, which apologized for cropping her out of a group photo.
BTS, BLACKPINK, Girls' Generation, and NewJeans made it to Rolling Stone's '250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century' list. BTS's 'Spring Day' ranked 37th, praised for its universal themes of hope and loss. BLACKPINK's 'DDU-DU DDU-DU' ranked 142nd, showcasing their individual styles. Girls' Generation's 'Gee' ranked 170th, embodying charm, while NewJeans' 'Hype Boy' ranked 206th, celebrating youth culture and love.
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