The news that EXO’s Baekhyun is now dating Girls’ Generation leader Taeyeon is creating a frenzy throughout Asia, arousing curiosity over everything about the new couple. A day after Baekhyun and Taeyeon confirmed their romantic relationship, more details of their love story were revealed by a source close to the couple. The following is the exclusive Q&A session on the reports by Korean entertainment news outlet Dispatch that had the interview with the source. Q. From when did Taeyeon and Baekh

Hallyu star Song Hye-kyo showed off her elegant style in Shanghai on Thursday with Hollywood actress Natalie Portman. The pair took a photo together at “Miss Dior event in Shanghai.” The photo was posted on magazine BAZAAR’s Weibo.  (BAZAAR's weibo)Both took on contrasting color dresses. While Portman wore a white dress, Song opted for an elegant look in a black dress.  Ni Ni's WeiboSong also took a picture with Chinese actress Ni Ni. The photo was posted on the Chinese star’s Weibo. (khnews@her

Miss A member Suzy’s photo shoot with Cartier was published on Friday. (COSMOPOLITAN)Wearing elegant Cartier jewelry, Suzy boasted a pure yet sexy vibe with a simple dress. Her long hair added to the innocent look. The full photos are available in Cosmopolitan’s July issue. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon finally broke her silence Thursday by making an apology to her fans who might have been “hurt” and “surprised” by the news that she has been dating EXO’s Baekhyun. The leader of the K-pop idol group left a message on her Instagram at 11:30 p.m., Thursday, 12 hours after the news went viral. She is thought to have written the message right after she wrapped up a concert in Japan. “My fans, I know you have been shocked and hurt by me today. I am really sorry that I made

Stepping a foot outside the hip-hop realm and stripping away the high-flying, martial arts and b-boy style choreography that they emphasized in their debut, the seven members of JYP Entertainment’s latest boy band GOT7 have returned with their newest EP “Got Heart.”Looking to swoon their female fans with their boyish charms instead of their flips and tricks, the members of GOT7 unveiled the newest concept behind their upcoming album to members of the press during a showcase at the Uniqlo AX Hall

Most female celebrities spend tremendous time and effort on keeping their beauty. From skin care to fashion items, the range of their “beauty effort” is broad. Among those, however, some have shown off a natural beauty from a young age. The Korea Herald has listed the top five female hallyu stars who have had attractive looks since they were young. 1. Song Hye-kyo (OSEN)Actress Song Hye-kyo’s old pictures show a pure and cute look from a young age. She had an interview during middle school on re

The official poster of the historical film “Roaring Currents,” starring actors Choi Min-sik and Ryu Seung-ryong, was released on Thursday, portraying the historical sea battle of Myeongnyang between Joseon-era Korea and the Hideyoshi shogunate.  Actors Choi Min-sik (top) and Ryu Seung-ryong.               Actor Ryu Seung-ryong.In the poster, the two heroes are dressed in the armor of the two countries in 16th-century fashion.Choi plays the legendary Korean admiral Yi Sun-shin, who fends off some

Fans of EXO’s Baekhyun feel “betrayed” as the rumor about his romantic relationship with Girls’ Generation member Taeyeon has turned out to be true.Some congratulated the new couple, while the majority of the fans online expressed their disappointment with the news. The Twitter user @19930112_april said, “I am so furious, but I cannot live without EXO... I will wish you luck, but I will watch you two.” Another fan of the 22-year-old heartthrob, Twitter user @nabillamgfhr, said, “What is wrong wi

Actress Gong Hyo-jin was injured in a triple car accident, inevitably delaying the filming schedule of SBS television series “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” talent agency Management Soop said on Thursday. Actress Gong Hyo-jin (Management Soop)Gong, 34, suffered a fractured arm and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital after her car and two dump trucks collided. Gong’s driver and the two truck drivers were also injured and taken to the hospital.The accident occurred when Gong was heading back fro

SM Entertainment, the nation’s largest entertainment agency that manages EXO and Girl’s Generation, confirmed Thursday that EXO’s Baekhyun and Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon are actually an item.  “They have been close senior and junior, but recently started to have feelings for each other. The relationship is in its early stage,” said an official from the agency. Earlier in the day, the rumor surfaced that Taeyeon and Baekhyun have been dating for four months.The news broke after Korean online ent

Fans of EXO and Girls’ Generation may have known that Baekhyun and Taeyeon have been dating for months, according to local news reports. Some fans claim that it is no surprise that the idols are an item, eagerly posting photos of the two wearing the same bracelets, headphones and sunglasses. (Taeyeon and Baekhyun's SNS)There have also been numerous firsthand accounts online about the alleged couple being sighted together on dates. Earlier in the day, the rumor surfaced that Taeyeon and Baekhyun

Some rich Chinese fans are hoping to buy certain apartments in Seoul just to become neighbors of hallyu star Kim Soo-hyun, according to real estate agencies.Property dealers said two Chinese women in their 40s and a legal representative of a Chinese mogul visited Seoul to buy an apartment neighboring the Korean actor’s flat.Kim rose to fame in China with SBS drama series “My Love from the Star,” in which he plays an alien who falls in love with A-list star Cheon Song-yi, played by actress Jun Ji

Actor Yoo Ah-in graced the cover of W Korea magazine with a manly look. In July’s issue, Yoo boasted chicness with a semi-formal look.(W Korea)Despite his busy schedule, Yoo passionately proposed the photo shoot concept and gave ideas for styling, the magazine said. (W Korea)Full photos and interview are available in July’s issue. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Actor Ji Hyun-woo and A Pink member Jung Eun-ji posed for a photo at a press event on Wednesday for the upcoming romantic comedy series “Trot Lovers.” (OSEN)The TV series will comically tell the love story between a poor girl and a genius musician. (OSEN)At the event, Jung boasted a slim body line in a tight black leather dress. While she seemed to pursue a simple one-color style, she paired it with a glamorous pair of heels decorated in fluorescent colors.  (OSEN)Ji mixed casual wear and a semi

A pictorial of Park Yoo-chun, singer and member of boy band JYJ, was unveiled on Wednesday. The 28-year-old heartthrob was pictured in casual clothes walking down a street in Macau. During the interview following the shoot, Park expressed his fondness for Korean traditional alcohol soju. “I’ve had many drinking gatherings since I started acting. There are a lot of good and tasty drinks, but I feel most comfortable with soju,” he said. The popular idol-turned-actor‘s new film “Sea Fog” is to be s