Today, Kim Jong Kook is famous for his bodybuilder physique, but long before he became a beloved Running Man cast member, he debuted as one of K-Pop’s first idols. Kim Jong Kook | JK Entertainment Kim Jong Kook entered the Korean entertainment industry at age of 19, when he debuted as one half of the duo Turbo in […]
Top Actress Shares Story Behind First Kiss With “Cinderella Man” Husband
Actress Han Go Eun talked about her husband. Han Go Eun’s husband Shin Young Soo (left) and Han Go Eun (right) Recently, the actress appeared on a popular variety show. Han Go Eun is famous for marrying a “normal” salary man working for Samsung, earning him the nickname Cinderella Man. During the episode, the actress […]
SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi Proves You Don’t Need To “Man Up” KATSEYE’s “Touch” Dance To Slay It
KATSEYE is making waves in the pop scene with their recent singles — “Debut” and “Touch” — both of which have gone viral, especially on TikTok. The “Touch” dance challenge, in particular, has taken over the platform, with both Western stars and K-Pop idols joining in. @katseyeworld touch on repeat ? #KATSEYE #KATSEYE_Touch #newmusic ♬ […]
“Running Man” Went From Kicking Out Members, To Cancelling The Show, To Going Back To Normal — All In A Week
Running Man had once announced that it would shut down permanently in February 2017. SBS made the initial decision after Kim Jong Kook and Song Ji Hyo were removed from the show without notice, and a massive amount of viewers expressed their anger with the controversial decision. After it was revealed that Kim Jong Kook and Song Ji […]
“Running Man” Member’s Remarks On Driving Kickboards Drunk Spark Chaos Amid BTS Suga’s DUI Scandal
Running Man member Yang Se Chan‘s statements about driving kickboards while drunk are going viral. Yang Se Chan On August 8, Yang Se Chan appeared in a YouTube video. In the video, the comedian is seen eating ramen while drinking beer. The comedian then states that he came riding in a kickboard but would be […]
15 Times SBS’s “Running Man” Received The Heaviest Criticism From Viewers
SBS channel’s Running Man is a beloved TV entertainment program, there is no doubt about it. Over the past decade and a half of being on air, though, the program has gotten a fair share of backlash from viewers in Korea and worldwide. Here are some of the biggest controversies that Running Man‘s production team […]
How Many Times Has Ji Suk Jin Tried To Quit “Running Man”?
Ji Suk Jin revealed on his personal YouTube channel how he tried to quit Running Man 3 times. On Ji Suk Jin’s YouTube channel, he talked about his time on Running Man and how he had many difficulties adjusting to the show, so much so that he wanted to quit. He began to read his own […]
Japan’s Most Notorious Murder Case Resurfaces Amid “Man Vs Bear” Debate On Social Media
Recently, a question on social media has sparked numerous debates despite its initial ridiculous first impression — man vs bear. The question is directed towards women, questioning if they would rather be alone in a forest with a man or a bear. Women and non-men have overwhelmingly chosen bear and, when met with opposition, used […]
Why OG “Running Man” Member Gary Vanished From The Industry For 3 Years
When Gary returned to the Korean entertainment industry after 3 years of taking care of his family, fans couldn’t be more stoked. During his comeback appearance on Superman Returns, where he also introduced his wife and son, Gary explained why he decided to take time off for 3 years. I feel like after working for […]
K-Pop Fans Unite To Defend SHINee’s Minho Against Being Called A “Basic Korean Man”
Twitter is a social media platform full of very strong opinions, some of which are probably more real than others that are just trying to get some kind of attention. K-Pop Twitter, in particular, has a lot of very passionate and intense fans that are always ready to defend their favorite idols, and recently, that […]
Lee Kwang Soo And Yoo Jae Suk Recreate Their Legendary “Running Man” Moments
The duo of Lee Kwang Soo and Yoo Jae Suk is synonymous with comedy and positive vibes. The two have created dozens, if not hundreds, of memorable scenes while being on variety shows together, and they have shown no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Your browser does not support video.Lee Kwang Soo (left) and Yoo […]
“Running Man” Episode With BTS’s Jin And Other TV Shows Canceled In Light Of Itaewon Tragedy
TV shows in Korea are canceling episodes scheduled for the next few days following the recent tragic events in Itaewon. On October 29, multiple reports of a human stampede or “crush accident” happening in Itaewon, Seoul, reached local authorities. The situation turned fatal, with at least 153 casualties being reported as of October 30, with […]
Jeon So Min Clarifies Her Relationship With “Running Man” Boyfriend Yang Se Chan
Ji Suk Jin had his fellow Running Man castmate and friend Jeon So Min as a guest on his YouTube channel Jeeseokjin World. He picked her up from her home so they could casually chat while driving to the airport. Your browser does not support video.Jeon So Min (left) and Ji Suk Jin (right) | 지편한세상 [Jeeseokjin World]/YouTube Their conversation […]
“Running Man” Jeon So Min Responds To Dating Rumors With A Production Staff Member
Jeon So Min responded to allegations that she is dating a member of the Running Man production team. Your browser does not support video. On the July 7 episode of SBS‘s Running Man, the members of the show competed in a race. Your browser does not support video. The race involved the members, all starting […]
“Running Man” Comedian Yang Se Chan Under Fire For Making A Rude Joke About Actress Jeon So Min During A Game
On its official YouTube channel, SBS‘s Running Man shared a series of short clips from its latest episode in which the members got competitive playing the “Of Course” game (also known as the dangyunhaji game). “Running Man” Cast | @sbs_runningman_sbs/Instagram Long-time K-Pop and Korean television entertainment fans know that the game itself is centered around “roasting” each other. And […]
Actress Song Ji Hyo’s Korean Fandom Demands An Immediate Stylist Change After The Latest “Running Man” Episode
Earlier this month, actress Song Ji Hyo wowed her Instagram followers with selfies capturing her brand new look after chopping off all her long locks. Her fellow Running Man member Haha commented with shock, hinting the style change came unexpectedly! Actress Song Ji Hyo | @ my_songjihyo/Instagram And while Song Ji Hyo fans appreciate her regardless of […]