EXO-M leader Kris’ mother has reportedly contacted Chinese entertainment agency YUEHUA, seeking consultation about the idol’s future. “Kris’ mother came to our office to discuss her son’s future, but nothing has been decided,” a source familiar with the matter told local media outlet Sports World.As the legal battle between Kris and SM Entertainment is at an early stage, the agency cautiously confirmed the fact, according to the news report. YUEHUA is the biggest entertainment powerhouse in Chin

(Lee Hyori's blog)K-pop singer Lee Hyori introduced a simple breakfast menu and its recipe on her blog, quickly going viral among Korean netizens. Lee posted a photo of her breakfast on Wednesday, comprised of bread, egg, apple and lentils. As for lentils, she recommended to boil them first and fry them with a little bit of olive oil and vinegar.  (Lee Hyori's blog)Lentils, fairly new to most Koreans, are gradually gaining recognition as a good source of nutrients such as potassium, calcium, pro

A Chinese version of SBS’ popular variety show “Running Man” is to be produced at the end of this year.SBS announced that it selected Chinese network Zhejiang TV as its preferred negotiator to coproduce the Chinese version of “Running Man.”The program will cast top Chinese celebrities, with many of the filming crews for Korean “Running Man” to participate in the Chinese remake as well. Further details about the “Chinese Running Man” will reportedly be kept under wraps until June. By Kim Min-jin,

MBC historical drama “Moon Embracing the Sun” starring actor Kim Soo-hyun will be aired on Japanese state-run broadcaster NHK from July, Kim’s agency confirmed Friday. Official poster of MBC historical television series “Moon Embracing the Sun.” (MBC)                                         Actor Kim Soo-hyunNHK‘s recent scheduling of the Korean drama appears to be partly due to Kim’s rising popularity in other Asian countries after his latest television series “My Love from the Star” on SBS bec

Clara posed for SPA fashion brand Eight Seconds in a black lace top, a checked blouse and denim shorts, and a flower patterned mini dress.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Eight Seconds)

T-Ara Ji Yeon boasted her sexy curves in the May edition of fashion magazine Arena Homme. The K-pop star came into the limelight wearing a variety of sexy outfits, including a sexy white cut-out dress and black mini hotpants. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Arena Homme)

Korean SBS drama “Doctor Stranger” has gained popularity throughout China, with the number of hits surpassing over 100 million as of May 30, Chinese video outlet Youku Tudou revealed.The success of “Doctor Stranger” is mainly attributed to the star power of the two male leads, Park Hae-jin and Lee Jong-suk.Park Hae-jin gained Chinese stardom with the success of SBS drama “My Love from the Star.” Park played Lee Hwi-kyung, the son of a business tycoon, who bears innocent and pure love toward Cheo

(OSEN) Singer-entertainer Hong Kyung-min will tie the knot with a female musician this fall, news reports said Friday.  Hong plans to marry Kim Yu-na, 10 years his junior, this October or November. The couple‘s families are said to have already met to discuss wedding arrangements.  Kim is a haegeum player, who graduated from Korean National University of Arts, a prestigious school for traditional music playe

(OSEN)Pictures of K-pop boy band EXO were released on Thursday, showing the boy band members backstage at their first-ever solo concert, posing with fellow boy band members.　These photos, released by SM Entertainment, include EXO members as well as Minho and Taemin of SHINee; Kyuhyun, Siwon, Donghae and Ryeowook of Super Junior, and the members of VIXX. The cast of SBS-TV reality show “Roommate” also appeared on the pictures, underscoring the support for their fellow cast member Chanyeol of EXO-

                                                 K-pop diva BoA has disclosed a selfie, marking 13th anniversary since her debut in Japan. Alongside the picture she wrote, “Nite nite.“ The 27-year-old singer is to return to the stage in summer with a new album to celebrate her 13-year career in the K-pop scene.(laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)

Comedian Jeong Hyeong-don revealed his secret drinking habit while filming the first episode of new variety show “Love Pawnshop,” cable network E-channel said on Friday. Comedian Jeong Hyeong-don in E-channel variety show “Love Pawnshop.” (E-channel)“I have a drinking habit – I call up people when I get drunk,” Jeong said, as his own experience for the show’s weekly topic: “the most regretted things in breakups.” “You must think twice before giving me your number. I will call you (at night),” he

Actress Jang Seo-hee, also known as Jang Ruicy in China, on Thursday called for strong localization efforts for Korean celebrities who seek opportunities in the communist country. Actress Jang Seo-hee and actor Kim Kyung-nam (OSEN)Jang, 42, said “localization” is a must for Korean celebrities in China at the press conference for her latest drama, “Cuckoo’s Nest,” which kicks off on June 3. “Without being localized, their popularity in China may end up (being) evanescent even when they initially

Contemporary art on view in Korea during the Arab Cultural Festival in Seoul and Busan

A set from “My Love from the Star,” the recently ended hit SBS drama, will be exhibited in Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul.The house, which appeared in the drama starring Jun Ji-hyun as Cheon Song-yi and Kim Soo-hyun as Do Min-joon, will be rebuilt as an exhibition allowing visitors to savor the drama again, the network said Thursday.The drama “My Love from the Star.” (SBS)Sponsored by the Korea Tourism Organization, the display rooms will be entitled “Start,” “Fate,” “Shaking” and “Longing” in

Actors Angelina Jolie (left) and Brad Pitt attend the world premiere of Disney’s “Maleficent” at the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood, California, Wednesday. (AFP-Yonhap)LOS ANGELES (AP) ― A man was led away in handcuffs after attacking Brad Pitt on the red carpet at the Hollywood premiere of the movie “Maleficent.” Pitt was apparently unhurt and soon resumed signing autographs. Witnesses saw the man from the fan area jump over a barrier to the red carpet at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood on