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Saturday, April 11, 2026

IU x Byun Wooseok hit 7.8% from the first episode ... Will they follow the path of 'Knight Flower' as the #1 MBC Fri-Sat drama?

SOURCE: 아이유X변우석, 첫방부터 7.8%…MBC 금토극 1위 '밤피꽃'길 걸을까 [엑's 이슈]

The drama 'Perfect Crown,' starring IU and Byun Wooseok, has drawn strong attention after gaining impressive ratings from its very first episode.

The MBC Friday-Saturday drama 'Perfect Crown,' which premiered on the 10th, recorded viewer ratings of 8.2% in the Seoul Metropolitan Area and 7.8% nationwide according to Nielsen Korea. It ranked No. 1 among Friday-Saturday dramas and No. 1 among all Friday programs in the metropolitan household category, marking a strong start.

This is No. 3 highest premiere rating in MBC Friday-Saturday drama history, following 'Chief Detective 1958' (10.1%) in the 1st place and 'Knight Flower' (7.9%) in 2nd. In particular, it fell just 0.1% short of 'Knight Flower.'

What makes this result even more remarkable is that its previour drama, 'In Your Brilliant Season,' suffered from significantly poor performance, peaking at only 4.4% in ratings.

IU has already proven herself as 'Ratings Goddess' through dramas like 'Dream High,' 'You're the Best, Lee Soonshin,' and 'The Producers.' MEanwhile, Byun Wooseok generated massive buzz with 'Lovely Runner.' Therefore, the combination of the two received a lot of attention even before the drama aired.

As a result, with the very first episode already surpassing the previous drama's performance, there is growing interest in what kind of records this drama will set in the future.

Interestingly, the drama that holds the all-time highest ratings among MBC Friday-Saturday dramas is 'Knight Flower' (18.4%), ranked 2nd in premiere ratings. Meanwhile, the second highest ratings is 'The Red Sleeve' (17.4%), didn't even make it to the top ranks for its premiere episode.

On the other hand, 'Chief Detective 1958,' which holds the highest premiere rating, didn't see significant growth afterward and peaked at 10.8%, ending up at No. 7.

Therefore, attention is now focused on whether 'Perfect Crown' will follow in the footsteps of 'Knight Flower' or take the path of 'Chief Detective 1958.'

Byun Wooseok

Byun Wooseok lived a kind and hardworking life ... Countless heartwarming stories surface: "I'm glad you succeeded"

11:39:00 AM

SOURCE: 변우석, 착하게 열심히 살았다..“네가 잘돼서 기쁘다” 미담 수두룩

On the 4th, a video featuring IU and Byun Wooseok was released on the Youtube channel 'Ddeun Ddeun.'

In the comment section of the video, there are numerous heartwarming stories about Byun Wooseok. Someone who claimed to have worked as a manager on the set of the drama 'Live Up to Your Name,' in which Byun Wooseok had a minor role in, commented, "At the time, Byun Wooseok hadn't made it big yet. I was about to quit my job as a manager to start something else. After the schedule, we had a coffee at a cafe and he told me, "Hyung, I hope you do well. Let's meet again when we've both succeeded.' He was such a kind actor. I'm really happy to see him succeed now."

The person continued, "Wooseok-ah, even though I failed and probably can't keep the promise to meet again after succeeding, I'm so glad you made it. I will keep rooting for you to become an even more successful actor in South Korea! Fighting!"

Another person who claimed to be Byun Wooseok's junior from the military also shared a story. The commenter, identified himself as Byun Wooseok's junior from the 37th Division Headquarters, recalled, "At the time, I was a private first class and he was a sergeant. On the day he was discharged, I was going through a difficult time in the second-floor shower room, and even though we were in different platoons, he said something to me that I still remember."

He added, "He told me, 'Don't overthink things right now. I know how hard you're working, so things will get better soon. Hang in there, I'm heading out.' Those words were a huge source of strength throughout my military service. I was truly grateful then. I hope he becomes even happier. Salute."

As these stories flood in, netizens are reacting with comments like, "He must've really lived a good life," "He seems like a genuinely good person," and "There's a reason he succeeded. As expected, things will turn out good for people who are kind."

Meanwhile, Byun Wooseok will meet viewers through the new MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Perfect Crown,' which premieres on the 10th.

girls generation , Hyoyeon , snsd , taeyeon

Hyoyeon confesses to feeling hurt by a popular SNSD member ... "I felt hurt because of Taeyeon"

11:16:00 AM

Kim Hyeyoon, Kim Junhan, and Hyoyeon will apear on the next episode of tvN's 'Amazing Saturday.'

On the episode of 'Amazing Saturday' airing tonight (11th) at 7:40 PM (KST), Kim Hyeyoon and Kim Junhan, who are returning with a chilling horror movie, will show off their hidden variety show skills. Meanwhile, Hyoyeon raises expectations as she steps in as a special MC, filling in Young K, who is absent due to a concert schedule.

Kim Junhan brings laughter by picking one of the cast members in a scary costume and saying that he wants to invite them to the movie's premiere. Kim Hyeyoon shares eerie behind-the-scenes stories from the filming set that she claims to be 100% real, even revealing a mysterious video that gives the studio chills. Meanwhile, Hyoyeon draws attention by sharing a story about feeling hurt because of Taeyeon, a popular member of SNSD. She explained that she formed a unit called 'Hyorisoo' (Hyoyeon, Yuri, Sooyoung) and took on Taeyeon's role, but felt hurt because Taeyeon from the rival unit 'Taetiseo' (Taeyeon, Tiffany, Seohyun) showed no interest. She jokingly vowed to keep the unit active until Taeyeon finally shows interest.

In the appetizer game, the 'Yeon-ie Yeon-ie' team led by Hyoyeon and Taeyeon faces off agains 'Yoon-i Yoon-i' team led by Hyeyoon and Seyoon. It is reported that an unpredictable battle unfolds, with Shin Dongyup showing his strongest competitiveness than ever and Taeyeon transforming into a genius strategist. There is also a growing curiosity about 'SNSD's hidden gem' Hyoyeon and Kim Donghyun's comedic performances as his feet were stepped on(?) countless times while trying to get the answers right.

In the main game, the cast members show their top-tier chemistry. Not only Kim Hyeyoon captures the key words, Moon Seyoon, Hanhae, and Taeyeon also actively contribute their ideas to quickly fill in the blanks. Kim Donghyun, who won first place in last week's 8th-anniversary special, continues his momentum, joking, "Maybe it's because I have the first place energy, it makes sense." Meanwhile, Kim Junhan competes with Moon Seyoon in a facial expression battle and surprised everyone with his 'hyena-like' competitiveness during the dessert game. The dessert game also features many difficult questions, leading to chaotic 'alien language' moments as the cast members desperately struggle to earn even silly points.

'Amazing Saturday' airs every Saturday at 7:40 PM (KST).

Baekhyun , Chen , exo , Exo-CBX , xiumin

CBX parts way with their agency again ... Notify contract termination to INB100 after SM Ent.

10:41:00 AM

SOURCE: 첸백시, 또 소속사와 결별…SM 이어 INB100도 계약 해지 통보

EXO's sub-unit, CBX (Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin) has notifies their agency, INB100, of the termination of their exclusive contracts.

According to a report by The Fact on the 10th, CBX sent a notice of contract termination to INB100's CEO Cha Gawon at the end of March. The group requested payment of unpaid earnings and an explanation regarding the alleged contract violations, but stated that they have not received a satisfactory answer even after two weeks. In response, CEO Cha Gawon's side stated, "We will resolve the issue of unpaid earnings, even if it means we have to receive additional investment or use personal funds."

INB100 is a label established by Baekhyun as he prepared to become independent from SM Entertainment. In May 2024, it became a subsidiary label under One Hundred, led by CEO Cha Gawon.

Prior to CBX's departure, a broader wave of artists have left One Hundred. Starting with Taemin, followed by nine members of THE BOYZ (excluding New), VIVIZ, Lee Mujin, BE'O, and Lee Seunggi, multiple artists have successively notified the company of contract terminations, citing reasons such as unpaid earnings, lack of support for entertainment activities, and unpaid payments to external vendors.

This also marks the second agency dispute for CBX. Previously in 2023, they were in a conflict with SM Entertainment over the failure to provide settlement data and unfair contract terms. Afterward, Baekhyun established INB100 and pursued independent activities. However, after mostly losing in legal battles and now facing another dispute with INB100, they are assumed to have suffered both financial losses and damage to their image.

A full-group comeback for EXO remains uncertain. While CBX expressed their desire to participate in EXO's activities in last October, SM Entertainment stated, "The agreement to end the dispute and group activities are separate matters," drawing a clear line.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Kim Mingee , Single's Inferno 5

Kim Mingee: "Despite having 2 million followers after 'Single's Inferno 5,' I'm not earning much money"

1:08:00 PM

SOURCE: 김민지 "'솔지5' 후 팔로워 200만 불구, 돈 많이 못 벌어"('인생84')

Track and field athlete Kim Mingee revealed that there hasn't been a major financial change even after starring on 'Single's Inferno 5.'

On the 5th, a video of Kian85 and Kim Mingee meeting was posted on the Youtube channel 'Life84.'

On this day, Kian84 visited Kim Mingee's home, who recently appeared on Netflix's 'Single's Inferno 5.'

When Kian84 asked, "Aren't you really busy these days? Don't you have two fixed variety shows?" she replied, "Those were all filmed before 'Single's Inferno.'" She added, "People think I've become very busy and that I'm making a lot of money, but that's not true at all. Please give me some work."

She also shared, "As for my athletic career, I'm thinking of retiring in two years at the longest, or as early as this year or next." She added, "I had a lot of concerns. Around the time I was wondering what to do after finishing my career as a track and field athlete, this new opportunity in broadcasting industry came along. I started it because I thought it would be fun. Work keeps coming in and I'm having a lot of fun. I want to keep doing it as long as people keep inviting me."

Lee Jongwon

Lee Jongwon: "I had sleep paralysis and nightmares after reading the script for the horror film 'Salmokji: Whispering Water' ... Shocked to see a female ghost"

12:55:00 PM

SOURCE: 이종원 “공포 ‘살목지’ 대본 보고 가위 눌리고 악몽, 여성 귀신 봐 충격”(씨네타운

Actor Lee Jongwon said he saw a ghost after reading the script for 'Salmokji: Whispering Water.'

On the 8th, Kim Hyeyoon and Lee Jongwon, who returned with the film 'Salmokji: Whispering Water,' appeared on SBS Power FM's 'Park Hasun's Cinetown.'

On this day, Park Hasun said, "I heard Salmokji is a reservoir that is very famous among fishermen. So many people have seen ghosts there that they say you should never go fishing there alone," expressing her excitement for the movie.

She then asked, "Jongwon, I heard you experienced sleep paralysis the first day you read the script for Salmokji?"

Lee Jongwon replied, "The first time I read the script, I was sitting on my sofa at home. I could imagine everything so well as I read it. I thought, 'If I can imagine it this clearly just by reading the script, it's going to be so scary and give people chills when we act it out and it becomes a film.' That same day, I had sleep paralysis," surprising everyone.

He added, "I had a nightmare. In the dream, I went down the parking lot like I usually do to go exercise. I usually drive my car there, so I got in the car, started the engine, and tried to reverse, but the car wouldn't move. I thought, 'Why isn't the car moving?' and got out the car to check. That's when I saw a female ghost. I was so startled that I started swinging whatever I was holding in my hand," drawing attention.

ILLIT , NewJeans

Youtuber who raised allegations that ILLIT plagiarized NewJeans' choreography, eventually...

12:37:00 PM

SOURCE: "아일릿, 뉴진스 안무 표절" 의혹 제기했던 유튜버, 결국...

A Youtuber who raised allegations that HYBE's girl group ILLIT plagiarized NewJeans' choreography has been ordered to pay 15 million KRW in damages to HYBE.

According to the legal community on the 7th, the Seoul Western District Court partially ruled in favor of the plaintiffs last February in a damages lawsuit filed by HYBE against Youtuber A.

Over a six-month period starting in April 2024, A uploaded 31 videos criticizing HYBE. Some of these videos included claims that ILLIT had plagiarized NewJeans' choreography.

HYBE argued that A had defamed the company, while A countered, "I was simply expressing opinions about the overall idol industry. It cannot be viewed as a statement of false facts."

The court determined that A had posted the videos without properly verifying the facts and concluded that A had indeed defamed HYBE's reputation.

However, while HYBE originally demanded 300 million KRW in damages, the court ordered A to pay 15 million KRW after considering the content of the videos, the number of uploads, the repetitive nature, and view counts.