Despite the success of "Reborn Rich," Song Joong Ki is not nominated for the 2023 Baeksang Awards

The nominations for the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards, considered one of Korea's most prestigious award ceremonies, were recently announced on Baeksang's official website and social media accounts. However, the list of nominees has received mixed reactions. One notable category, Best Actor Award (TV), includes nominees such as Son Seok Gu for "My Liberation Notes," Lee Byung Hun for "Our Blues," Lee Sung Min for "Reborn Rich," Jung Kyung Ho for "Crash Course in Romance," and Choi Min Sik for "Big Bet." 

Despite the tremendous success of "Reborn Rich," with viewership ratings as high as 26.9%, its lead actor, Song Joong Ki, did not receive a nomination. Many fans were surprised and disappointed, feeling that Song Joong Ki's performance deserved recognition. However, some netizens argue that "Reborn Rich" features two main characters, and Lee Sung Min, the other lead actor, delivered a better performance, making his nomination understandable.

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BLACKPINK Jisoo skips one specific question in an interview

 Jisoo from the popular K-pop group BLACKPINK is currently promoting her highly anticipated solo debut. Recently, she participated in WIRED's Autocomplete Interview where she answered some of the internet's burning questions. Her solo interview showcased her humorous and charming personality, allowing fans to learn more about her through her candid responses. Jisoo revealed her personal fashion style, which she describes as a blend of comfortable, casual, and feminine. She also spoke about her newfound fear of sleep paralysis and ghosts. 

On a brighter note, Jisoo shared her favorite song from BLACKPINK's impressive discography, naming "Love To Hate Me" as a fun and exciting song to sing. She also updated fans on her Japanese language skills, which she learned as a trainee and now recognizes words as a fan of manga and Japanese dramas. Additionally, Jisoo talked about her driving skills and her recent discovery that she is a parking pro. During the Autocomplete Interview, Jisoo encountered a question that left her speechless, "is Jisoo [the] queen of kpop." Although she did not answer the question, fans appreciated her humility, while also acknowledging her decision to skip the question was queen-like behavior. Recently, Jisoo's stunning visuals in photos where she looks like royalty went viral, further showcasing her talent and achievements.

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Bob Lee, Cash App founder, killed

 Bob Lee, the former CTO of Square, who played a pivotal role in the launch of Cash App, has tragically passed away following an apparent stabbing attack in San Francisco.

Lee had recently been serving as the Chief Product Officer at MobileCoin, a digital payments and cryptocurrency start-up, before his untimely death. Josh Goldbard, CEO of MobileCoin, confirmed Lee’s passing and expressed his condolences, saying, “Our dear friend and colleague, Bob Lee passed away yesterday at the age of 43, survived by a loving family and collection of close friends and collaborators.”

Describing Lee as a “dynamo” and a “force of nature,” Goldbard said that he was made for the world that is being born right now, “he was a child of dreams, and whatever he imagined, no matter how crazy, he made real.”

Rick Lee, Bob’s father, also expressed his grief, stating on Facebook that “I just lost my best friend.” He shared that his son “lost his life on the street in San Francisco early Tuesday” and emphasized that Bob was a kind and generous person who lived by a strict no-judgment philosophy.

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Lim Ji Yeon and Lee Do Hyun secure top spots in the TV drama actor and actress brand value rankings for April

 Between March 6 and April 6, the Korea Brand Reputation Research Institute examined data from 50 drama actors/actresses who appeared in a TV series, including streaming platform series, during the previous month. The data analyzed included consumer participation, media activity, communication, community activity, among other areas.

According to the results, actress Lim Ji Yeon, who played the villainess Park Yeon Jin in 'The Glory', topped the brand value rankings for this month with a total of 3,030,012 points. Lee Do Hyun, her co-star in 'The Glory' who played the cosmetic surgeon Joo Yeo Jung, came in second place for April with a total of 2,742,908 points. Actor Lee Jae Hoon of 'Taxi Driver 2' ranked third with 2,511,782 points.

The top 30 TV drama actors/actresses for April are as follows: Lim Ji Yeon, Lee Do Hyun, Lee Jae Hoon, Jo Seung Woo, Song Hye Kyo, Cha Joo Young, Shin Ye Eun, Seol In Ah, Shin Jae Ha, Jang Dong Yoon, Baek Jin Hee, Park Sung Hoon, Yeom Hye Ran, Han Sunhwa, Lee Ji Ah, Jeon So Ni, Pyo Ye Jin, Woo Do Hwan, Park Hyungsik, Kim Ji Yeon (Cosmic Girls's Bona), Lee Chae Young, Choo Young Woo, Kim Min Sik, Ryeo Woon, Han Suk Kyu, Lee Jang Woo, Baek Sung Hyun, Kim Sung Kyun, and Oh Chang Suk.

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Do you think NMIXX has the best overall skills among the girl groups of the 4th generation?

The K-pop industry has seen a surge of 4th generation girl groups in recent years, but one group that has truly stood out is NMIXX. With their exceptional skills and distinct style, they have quickly become a fan favorite, leading many to question if they are the most skilled among all the 4th generation girl groups.

It's easy to see why NMIXX has become so popular. The group boasts some of the most talented vocalists in the industry, who have impressed fans and netizens alike with their outstanding live performances. Their dancing skills are also top-notch, with precise and coordinated movements that have earned them high praise, especially for their recent performance practice videos.

Moreover, NMIXX has a stage presence and an overall appeal that is hard to ignore. They have a unique style that captivates audiences, leading to a massive following not just in Korea but worldwide.

In online communities, fans have been raving about NMIXX's skills and debating whether they are the best among the 4th generation girl groups.

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Song Hye Kyo and Han So Hee's flirty interactions on Instagram made netizens gush over

 Han So Hee and Song Hye Kyo are causing a stir on the internet again with their unexpected flirty comments. This time, Han So Hee is fangirling over her senior actress, and everyone is talking about it.

We already knew that both actresses were going to star in the murder mystery "Price of Confession" (working title), but not much else was known about the project. However, Han So Hee recently gave fans a sneak peek by posting a photo of the two of them on Instagram.

After that, the two went on a commenting spree on each other's posts, with Han So Hee even claiming Song Hye Kyo with the playful comment, "You're mine now."

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A blogger spills the beans on Lee Do Hyun and Lim Ji Yeon's behind-the-scenes romance.

 So, apparently Lee Do Hyun and Lim Ji Yeon are dating! Chinese social media is all over it, digging up juicy details about their romance that haven't been released yet. According to Sina, an insider spilled the tea that Lee Do Hyun was actively pursuing Lim Ji Yeon during the filming of "The Glory." The director knew about it and had to remind everyone to keep it hush-hush so as not to ruin their on-screen chemistry.

From what we hear, Lee Do Hyun was really upfront about his feelings and even gave Lim Ji Yeon hand warmers, snacks, and seat covers on set. At first, she didn't think much of it and just saw him as a nice colleague. But as filming went on, the crew started to suspect that something was brewing between them. And now that the news is out, everyone's excited for them! People are loving all the sweet moments they shared on set.

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[The Glory] This is why Ha Do Young did not divorce park Yeon Jin immediately after dicovering her crimes

 Netflix Korea released a commentary video on March 26th for "The Glory" Part 2 on its official YouTube channel. The video featured actors Jung Sung Il, Kim Hieora, Cha Joo Young, Kim Gun Woo, Park Sung Hoon, writer Kim Eun Sook, and director Ahn Gil Ho. During the commentary, Kim Eun Sook delved into the complicated feelings of Ha Do Young (played by Jung Sung Il), a character that has elicited mixed reactions from viewers.

Viewers have been debating the reasons why Ha Do Young didn't immediately leave Park Yeon Jin (played by Lim Ji Yeon). When Kim Eun Sook was asked about Ha Do Young's feelings for Moon Dong Eun (played by Song Hye Kyo), she explained that his line "I hate to say I don't know, but I don't know yet. I just realized that I'll never leave her. So let's meet again" conveyed his emotions well. This meant that Ha Do Young understood that he was only of use to Dong Eun if he remained Yeon Jin's husband, and if he left her, he would have no reason to see Dong Eun again. He wanted to continue seeing Dong Eun, so he didn't leave Yeon Jin. Although he was unsure of his feelings towards Dong Eun at first, he realized he loved her while having triangle gimbap. 

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The actors in "The Glory" who portray bullies discuss one another

The interview video featuring Lim Ji Yeon, Park Sung Hoon, Kim Hieora, Cha Joo Young, and Kim Gun Woo, who played the roles of school bullies in "The Glory," was uploaded on W KOREA's YouTube channel on March 16th. The drama has been receiving a lot of attention and gaining popularity.

During the interview, the five actors participated in a relay and talked about each other. Lim Ji Yeon referred to Kim Hieora as "Eora-ddi" on her phone and shared that she initially found her scary but later realized that she was cute and had a lot of aegyo. Kim Hieora praised Cha Joo Young's elegance, and when asked about Kim Gun Woo's charm, Park Sung Hoon responded with "body."

Kim Gun Woo called Park Sung Hoon "Box's father" because he owned a dog named Box. Cha Joo Young described Lim Ji Yeon as considerate when acting and flying around in Part 2.

In the end, the five actors expressed their love for each other by writing "I love you." Only Kim Gun Woo playfully complained to Park Sung Hoon to be nice to him. Despite playing school bullies in the drama, they were full of love and attention for each other in real life, becoming examples of good triumphing over evil.

Source: Daum

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"The Glory" Villains Photoshoot for W Korea Magazine

 On March 15th, W Korea, a fashion magazine, unveiled a stunning group photoshoot of the 5 villains from the popular series "The Glory" on Instagram. The actors, Lim Ji Yeon, Park Sung Hoon, Kim Hieora, Cha Joo Young, and Kim Gun Woo, delivered exceptional performances and displayed their unique charm in the photos.

In one of the photos, Lim Ji Yeon, Kim Hieora, and Cha Joo Young wore smokey-eyed makeup and gazed intensely at the camera against a red background. On the other hand, Park Sung Hoon and Kim Gun Woo presented a different vibe, reminiscent of a "bromance", showcasing their excellent facial expressions.

Despite playing villainous characters, all five actors looked mysterious and dreamy in the photos, evoking admiration from netizens who left warm comments such as "Everyone looks great", "The chemistry among the three actresses is great", and "Park Sung Hoon and Kim Gun Woo suddenly develop a bromance?".

Since its first release on December 30th, 2022, the Netflix original series "The Glory" has gained worldwide attention, and its second part, which was released on March 10th, caused such a frenzy that the Netflix server crashed on that day.

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