
The winners of the 6 popular awards of the 15th KOREA DRAMA AWARDS have been announced. Voting for the main awards and popular awards of the '2024 KOREA DRAMA FESTIVAL' (hereafter 'KDF') was conducted from September 8 to 28 on the Korean drama series chart plexon, with the fandom platform 'MY1PICK' and the participatory fandom app 'CELEB CHAMP'. As a result, the winners of a total of 6 categories, including the popular award which reflects 100% of fan votes, and the OST (insert song) were decided. The 'Hot Star Award (Male)' was awarded to Byung Woo-seok for 'Run with Songjae', and the 'Hot Star Award (Female)' went to Kim Ji-won for 'Queen of Tears'. Additionally, in the 'Global Star Award', Kim Soo-hyun won after fierce competition with ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo from 'Wonderful Days' and 'Wonderful World', and Kim Soo-hyun also won the 'Best Couple Award' with Kim Ji-won, competing against Byung Woo-seok and Kim Hae-yoon from 'Run with Songjae'. The 'Best OST Award' went to 'More Than Enough' sung by ZEROBASEONE's Kim Tae-re, and the 'Hot Icon Award' was awarded to DKZ's Jae-chan. The KDF is the first drama festival in Korea, hosted by the KDF organizing committee and sponsored by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Gyeongsangnam-do, and Jinju City. The festival will kick off with the 'International Forum on Drama Video' on October 11 at the Sangpyeong Complex Cultural Center in Jinju, followed by the 'KOREA DRAMA AWARDS' on the 12th at the Gyeongnam Culture and Arts Center, a 'KDF Concert' on the 13th, 'KDF Invitation Seats' from the 15th to 19th at the Namgang Riverside Special Stage, and a 'KDF Short Form Drama Public Exhibition' on the 20th at the Jinju Knowledge Industry Center. Many stars will participate in the '2024 KOREA DRAMA FESTIVAL', and the '15th KOREA DRAMA AWARDS' will feature MCs Lee Sang-min and talent Oh Jung-yoon. Former GFRIEND member Yuju and VERIVERY will perform as invited singers at the '15th KOREA DRAMA AWARDS'. The '15th KOREA DRAMA AWARDS' will be live-streamed on the official KDF YouTube channel from 5 PM on the 12th, and will be available for viewing for 150 minutes through OBS from 11:05 PM to 12:35 AM.
The Netflix series "Wonder Fools," starring Park Eun-bin and ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo, will premiere on May 15. Set in 1999, it follows a group of quirky characters who accidentally gain superpowers and must fight against villains threatening their town. The series promises a unique blend of comedy and adventure, showcasing the characters' humorous struggles with their newfound abilities.
The lineup for 'M COUNTDOWN X MEGACONCERT' on May 30 at Incheon Inspire Arena has been announced, featuring EXO, tripleS, NCT WISH, and others. ZEROBASEONE and MODYSSEY were added to the lineup, with one more act to be revealed. The event aims to provide fans with a grand experience, and expectations are high due to the impressive roster of artists.
ABEMA exclusively broadcasts the 'MyNavi presents The Performance' global music festival from April 10-12, 2026, in Yokohama. Featuring artists like ATEEZ, EVNNE, and SUPER★DRAGON, the festival showcases diverse performances, attracting a large audience and creating a vibrant atmosphere. Highlights include collaborations and debut performances.
On the afternoon of the 13th, the launch event for Lotte's prebiotic soda 'Happiz' took place at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul. Attendees included Stray Kids' Felix, former CIX member Bae Jin-young, and others. Bae Jin-young also mentioned the possibility of a Wanna One reunion, apologizing for the long wait.
On the morning of the 10th, Kangmin from VERIVERY departed for Japan via Gimpo International Airport to participate in 'Mynavi presents The Performance,' taking place from April 10-12 at K Arena Yokohama. Following 'Boys Planet 2,' he is excited for his solo debut, expressing a mix of anxiety and happiness, and sharing that his new song captures his current feelings.
ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo has paid a tax penalty of approximately 130 billion won, contrary to earlier reports of 200 billion won. His agency stated that part of the payment will be adjusted through a tax refund process. Cha Eun-woo apologized to fans for the confusion and is currently serving in the army, with a discharge date set for January 27, 2027.
A petition has been submitted requesting the South Korean Ministry of Defense to reassess ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo's placement in the military band. The petitioner argues that this matter should be treated seriously, considering the military's honor and soldiers' morale. Cha Eun-woo recently reported paying a significant tax penalty, prompting the renewed petition for review.
Fantagio has apologized for tax issues involving its artists, Cha Eun-woo and Kim Sung-ho. The agency acknowledges its management failures and is reviewing internal processes to prevent future issues. Cha Eun-woo has paid over 20 billion won in back taxes, while Kim Sung-ho is addressing his own tax concerns. Both artists are taking steps to resolve their situations responsibly.
ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo has publicly apologized for causing disappointment and confusion regarding his tax issues. He confirmed that he has paid all related taxes and expressed his commitment to handle future matters with greater care. He takes full responsibility for the situation and aims to prevent similar issues in the future.
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