JO YU RI

On the morning of the 11th, a photo wall event was held to celebrate the opening of LONGCHAMP's pop-up store at Lotte Department Store in Seoul. Celebrities including SHINee's Key, Kim Se-jeong, Red Velvet's Irene, and others attended. Key also had an emotional moment during a concert, while Kim Se-jeong expressed excitement for her new drama with Kang Tae-oh.

The 2025 MAMA AWARDS will feature 25 prominent presenters from K-culture, including Park Hyung-sik and Jo Yuri from IZ*ONE. The event will take place on November 28-29 at Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, showcasing various K-POP artists and groups. Hosts include Park Bo-gum and Kim Hyesoo.

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.

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.

The VIP screening of the film 'Shikatanai' in Seoul attracted numerous stars, including Lee Byung-hun and Son Ye-jin, who supported their partners. Lee Byung-hun shared insights about their chemistry, noting their long-standing friendships. The film tells the story of a man facing unexpected challenges after losing his job, striving to protect his family.

On the afternoon of the 22nd, the VIP screening of the movie 'Shikatanai' was held at the CGV in Yongsan, Seoul, attended by numerous celebrities. The film tells the story of Yu Manso, a satisfied company employee played by Lee Byung-hun, who faces challenges after being suddenly fired and fights to protect his family and home while preparing for a job search.

On the afternoon of the 21st, Kim Go-eun and Jo Yu-ri from IZ*ONE attended the opening event for the fashion brand 'Mardi Mercredi' in Gangnam, Seoul. Additionally, Kim Go-eun stars in Netflix's 'Eun-jung and Sang-young,' set to release on September 12, with a trailer and poster already unveiled. Jo Yu-ri praised Im Si-wan's acting in 'Squid Game 3' but criticized men like Myung-gi.

The 2024 MAMA AWARDS, one of the largest K-POP award ceremonies, opened in Los Angeles and will continue in Osaka. A red carpet event featured numerous K-POP stars, and the awards promise special performances and collaborations, raising excitement among fans worldwide. BLACKPINK's Rosé and Bruno Mars are set to perform in Osaka.

Netflix has released character stills for Squid Game Season 2, revealing five new participants, including Jo Yu-ri and Im Si-wan. The series continues to explore intense human drama and suspense as characters face deadly games. Season 2 premieres on December 26, 2024.