(SBS)Park Bom from K-pop girl group 2NE1 shed tears when talking about being lonely in the June 1 episode of SBS-TV reality show “Roommate.” In the fifth episode, the women on the show -- After School member Nana, actress Hong Su-hyun, model Lee So-ra, entertainer Song Ga-yeon and Park -- gathered in a room to have a deep conversation.Asked whether Park had any stars close to her, the vocalist said, “2NE1 members have no close celebrities. Nobody approached us. I don’t know what to do.“Our membe

　Donghae, a member of the popular idol group Super Junior, has made an appearance on the OCN drama “God’s Quiz 4.”　Donghae was introduced in the third episode, which aired on June 1. He played the part of Han Si-woo, an elite graduate of Korea University’s medical school who joins the Korea University law office to solve mysteries with the main character Han Jin-woo. Super Junior member Donghae in "God`s Quiz4" (OCN)　Concerns had initially risen among viewers about Donghae joining the drama, due

Korean actor Park Hae-jin was handpicked by designer Kris Van Assche to pose for Dior. The actor posed as the cover model for the global fashion magazine “Dior Homme,” showing off his good looks in a variety of shirts and cardigans.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Dior)

More female celebrities are picking lacy items or see-through dresses to appeal to their fans with various fashion styles. While lace is commonly considered a girly style, it can help stars express different fashion styles depending on how it is worn.  (OSEN)Actress and fashion icon Kim Min-hee allured fans with a long black dress in a film preview event. The dress itself was effective in giving her a sexy look but the lace of the dress also highlighted the sexiness. Her wavy hair also added a l

Eleven EXO members held their first overseas concert in Hong Kong, "The Lost Planet In Hong Kong" on Sunday after the top boy band released its new EP “Overdose” last month.AsiaWorld–Arena, the largest indoor seated performance venue in Hong Kong, was filled with eager fans, proving EXO’s steadfast popularity despite recent controversy over 12th member Kris’ lawsuit against SM Entertainment. (SM Entertainment)The concert was so thoroughly staged that the absence of the embattled member could not

(SM Entertainment)K-pop boy group EXO will put on a special performance for fans this week, with all 11 members going on stage together. EXO-K and EXO-M, the two subunits of the boy band, are expected to come together to perform their new song “Overdose,” a rare move for the groups, who have focused their activities in Korea and China, respectively. EXO is set to perform on MBC’s “Show! Music Core” on June 7, and on Mnet’s “M! Countdown” and SBS’ “Inkigayo” on June 8. The idol band is currently

Star filmmaker Kim Ki-duk has been invited to Venice International Film Festival this year, Korean film distributor FINECUT said. His movie “One on One” will be screening as the opening film of the Giornate degli Autori Venice Days, an independent, subsidiary film festival supported by Italian filmmakers and producers. A total of 12 films are invited annually. This is Kim’s third year in a row being invited to Venice.  "One on One"The 54-year-old won the Golden Lion Award for his film “Pieta” in

Singer-entertainer Kim Jong-guk and actress Ha Yeon-soo. (SBS)Actress Ha Yeon-soo kissed singer-entertainer Kim Jong-guk on SBS variety show “Running Man” on Sunday, trying to beat other teams in a pickled radish game. In the game, two people hold each ends of a thin strip of pickled radish in the mouths and keep eating it toward the center. The couple left with the shortest strip wins the game. “Please do not stop until I tell you to,” said Ha, 23, determined to beat the previous 4-millimeter r

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Lee Hyori showed her morning coffee time on her blog over the weekend. Posting several pictures of her husband Lee Sang-soon brewing coffee, the hallyu star shared a glimpse of how the couple starts the day with coffee. Lee also posted pictures of her waiting for coffee with no make-up. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Taeyang, a member of the popular boy band Big Bang, is coming out with a new studio album, “Rise,” on June 2.His agency, YG Entertainment released a full track list as well as a detailed explanation of the songs and the making of the album on its official blog on Thursday.According to the track list, Taeyang was involved in composing and writing most of the tracks on his new album, and a number of famous producers and artists including G-Dragon, Tablo, Choice37, Boys Noize, The Fliptones, Happy

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