South Korean actress Choo Ja-hyun is receiving postpartum care following a health scare that surprised her fans after giving birth to her first child.Choo was released from hospital early Monday afternoon after recovering from aspiration pneumonia, her agency BH Entertainment said in a statement on the same day. Choo temporarily experienced spasms following the birth of her first son and was rushed to the ER before she was admitted into an intensive care unit where she was given an oxygen mask t

Uee might return in an upcoming TV series, according to her agency on Friday.Yuleum Entertainment said the singer and actress has been offered a lead role in a KBS2 drama series slated to kick off in September. Actress and singer Uee (Yuleum Entertainment)If she accepts, it would mark a return to the small screen for Uee four months after the completion of MBC’s “My Husband, Mr. Oh!”The character Uee has been offered is studying to become a teacher. The series unfolds as the character finds that

Lee Yi-kyung and Jung In-sun have ended their relationship that had lasted more than a year.On Friday, both HB Entertainment and CJes Entertainment, Lee and Jung’s agencies, respectively, confirmed the actors’ recent breakup, stating the couple separated on good terms and agreed to remain supportive.  Lee Yi-kyung (HB Entertainment), Jung In-sun (CJes Entertainment)Lee and Jung had been dating for about a year when their relationship was revealed to the public in April. The two starred together

OCN’s ‘Life on Mars’ claims it’s not another run-of-the-mill time travel series

Lee Seung-gi and Suzy have been cast in the upcoming drama “Vagabond” as a stuntman and a secret agent respectively, reuniting the Joseon-era lovebirds from the drama “Gu Family Book.”The new drama, which commenced production Saturday with a read-through by the cast, revolves around an action star-wannabe, Cha-gun, who gets involved in a grand conspiracy after a plane crash.Suzy -- whose full name is Bae Suzy -- plays Go Hae-ri, an official of the National Intelligence Service who chose the life

Rising actor Jung Hae-in will hold his first fan meeting in Seoul in July.Jung’s agency FNC Entertainment recently said that the event titled “Smile” will taks place at the Grand Peace Palace of Kyung Hee University at 5 p.m. on July 28. Jung Hae-in (FNC Entertainment)　After his first fan meeting in Korea, Jung will bring the event to Taipei, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Manila. Jung made his debut with a TV series “Bride of the Century” in 2014. He has featured in various dramas and films, including

TvN’s new show under fire for hatching chicks to make chicken dish

A good-looking artificial intelligence robot is to debut on the small screen in Korea, asking what it really means to be a human. KBS2’s new drama series “Are You Human?” takes a step into the future, featuring an AI robot as a main character. The robot -- who looks like a human -- thinks and feels emotions like a human. Actor Seo Kang-joon will play two characters in the series: a young and rich troublemaker and an identical-looking AI robot. The robot is a stand-in for a comatose man and falls

Look out for chemistry between rom-com master and rom-com newbie

Minah of Girl’s Day is to star in new drama series “Absolute Boyfriend” (working title).She is to play makeup artist. Unable to find romance in real life, she falls in love with a cybernetic doll, who is programmed to be a “perfect” boyfriend. Actor Yeo Jin-goo will play the role of the doll.  Minah (Herald DB)Minah, a member of K-pop act Girl’s Day, has been pursuing a succesful acting career, starring in hit SBS series “Beautiful Gong Shim” in 2016. The series is an adaptation of a Japanese co

For the past few years, a huge influx of audition shows like “Superstar K,” “Produce 101” and “The Unit” have led the trend of Korean music programs, with their focus set on competition. A few weeks ago, Mnet’s music show “The Call” threw its hat in the ring. Created by the production team of “I Can See Your Voice,” another popular Mnet music show, “The Call” originated from the question, “What would happen if two of my favorite artists collaborate?” Trying to answer to it, the experimental show

On-screen chemistry between 'Something in the Rain' couple straddles reality and fantasy

With food-related variety programs still enjoying their longevity in Korea, tvN’s new variety show “Food Diary” is set to ride on the wave, but with a focus on the process of how food is brought to our table. “While there are many other food variety shows, our program derives from a question of where the food on our table comes from, and how much collaborative efforts are needed before that one dish is consumed,” said producer Lee Geun-chan during a press conference for “Food Diary” in Seoul on

Alleged studio chief brings up restored text message conversation but the validity is questioned

"Forensic” (MBC)Legal drama series with unique characters and storylines are taking up TV airtime from Mondays to Saturdays. Courtroom series have always been popular here, as viewers love sophisticated, complex conflicts. But lately more productions in the genre are sprouting up, especially after tvN scored a hit with “Stranger” last year. The legal drama, a suspense-thriller, was a success, with many anticipating a second season.Since then, there have been a number of legal dramas with additio