MC Dingdong shocks viewers after grabbing a woman's hair and assaulting her during a live broadcast ... "My emotions escalated"

SOURCE: '음주도주' MC딩동, 생방 중 女 머리채 잡고 폭행 충격…"감정 격해졌다"

MC Dingdong, who previously caused controversy for fleeing after a DUI, is now under fire for assaulting a female participant during a live broadcast.

During a recent live broadcast, MC Dingdong was seen talking with a female BJ. As their conversation continued, his emotions escalated and he assaulted her by grabbing her hair.

The incident occurred after the BJ made a joke about MC Dingdong's past DUI and hit-and-run case. He lost his temper and reacted by grabbing her hair. Because it happened during a live broadcast, his sudden behavior was fully shown on air, leaving viewers shocked.

Afterward, MC Dingdong stood in front of the camera in tears and said, "I didn't have a single job for a year and a half. I was finally trying to show that I'm living diligently now, but when that topic suddenly came up, my emotions got the better of me." He added, "I will never drink and drive again."

In 2022, MC Dingdong was arrested after driving his Mercedes-Benz while heavily intoxicated, refusing breathalyzer test from police who arrived following a report, and attempting to flee. He was later sentenced to 1 year and 6 months in prison, suspended for 2 years.

After a period of self-reflection, he recently attempted to make a comeback as the pre-show MC for the TV show 'The Best K-Trot Singer 3,' but he has once again become embroiled in controversy due to this assault incident.

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'A 7-year-old 7-member idol group with 0 income' ... This is the reality of idols

SOURCE: “데뷔 7년차 7인조 아이돌 수입 0원”…이것이 ‘현실 아이돌’

Members of DKB, now in their 7th year since debut, opened up about the realistic stories hidden behind the glamorous image of idols.

On the 10th, DKB (E-Chan, D1, GK, Heechan, Lune, Jusneo, Yuku, Harry June) appeared on the Youtube channel 'Human Story' and revealed their daily lives. The video was titled '7 idols living hard for their dreams despite earning 0 KRW in over 7 years.'

In the video, the members showed themselves preparing for an upcoming concert in Japan, repeating high-intense choreography that looked like the actual performance. They also showed the scenes of the members personally creating choreography and working on songs. It was clear that they are a talented group whose members directly participate in songwriting, composing, creating choreography, and even playing instruments.

However, there were realistic difficulties behind the glamour. E-Chan said, "We manage our food expenses with about 20,000 KRW per day. Income is a sensitive issue, so I have to be careful talking about it. If you're trying to make money, you should absolutely not choose this job. Compared to the amount of time and passion you put in, the money you get back is actually very little." He added, "There are seven of us, and even just going to the salon costs a lot. There are mixing fees, styling fees, and album production fees. It must also be hard for the company to manage everything. They have about 20 employees to pay."

Yuku said, "For us to earn income, we would have to make more than double what the company spends on us. But that hasn't happened yet," explaining that they haven't received any payouts because they haven't reached the break-even point.

Heechan said, "When I was young, I thought I'd be flying around on airplanes all the time once I became an idol." To this, E-Chan responded, "I thought I would have a star's life, but sometimes it actually feels emptier than the lives of people with regular jobs. I'm the type of person who can't do anything if there's no schedule or work. That's why I try to focus on self-development for this job."

The members described their current situation as an 'investment' that they are all enduring together. E-Chan said, "Since this is something we chose, we're working hard with a sense of responsibility and duty."

The members added, "If we had followed the money, we would never have chosen this job," adding that their passion for music and the stage is what keeps them going.

To young people running towards their dreams like them, DKB shared a message of support: "You can do it if you keep going on to the end. Never give up." They also left a message to themselves two years in the future: "You've suffered a lot. Just stay healthy."

DKB is a boy group under Brave Entertainment, founded by Brave Brothers. The group has released one full-length album and nine mini albums so far.

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B.A.P Zelo makes a fresh start with new music label, VLACKSQUAD

SOURCE: B.A.P 출신 젤로, 新 음악 레이블 블랙스쿼드에서 새 출발[공식]

Zelo, formerly of B.A.P, is making a fresh start with the new music label VLACKSQUAD.

On the 10th, VLACKSQUAD announced the signing of its first artist, Zelo, and released his new profile images through its official social media channels.

In the black-and-white profile photos, Zelo transforms his image from a sophisticated geek-chic style to a more homme fatale version with his upper body exposed. His visuals, which capture his identity as a pop artist, raise expectations for his upcoming activities with the label.

Since debuting with B.A.P in 2012, Zelo has consistently been active in music both as a group member and a solo artist. Not only does he has solid rap and performance skills, he is also capable of directing various aspects of albums and stage production, including songwriting, composing, and visual direction.

After completing his mandatory military service in the Republic of Korea Army in June last year, Zelo is beginning the second chapter of his music career as a solo artist under VLACKSQUAD. It is reported that he is currently in the middle of preparing various activities, including a fan concert and new songs. Following the release of his unique profile pictures, the public is now looking forward to what kind of new image he will present.

VLACKSQUAD is a label founded with a focus on hip-hop, R&B, and pop music, emphasizing a production environment where artists can showcase their musical identities. The label officially launched with the signing of its first artist, Zelo, and has begun communicating with the public to signal its strong start.

Currently, VLACKSQUAD is revealing the label's vibes by releasing various free-spirited content through its official social media.

Detail schedules and information regarding Zelo's solo fan concert and new songs will be announced on VLACKSQUAD's social media in the future.

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'Everything except work is a hassle' ... IU shares her unique way of dealing with 'laziness'

SOURCE: "일 외엔 다 귀찮아" 아이유, 독보적 '귀차니즘' 해결법 (팔레트)

IU shared her way of overcoming laziness.

On the 10th, the 34th episode of IU's 'Palette' titled 'Would you like a 3-octave high note? (with WOODZ)' was uploaded to IU's Youtube channel. The guest for the episode was WOORZ.

In the video, WOODZ talked about 'Super Lazy,' the second track from his newly released album. He said, "To be honest, I actually have a very strong sense of laziness."

He added, "When I'm at home, I love doing absolutely nothing and just lounging around. I remember that track being the last one I wrote."

He explained the reason behind the song, "Writing it was really hard. At the time, I was filming a movie, working on mixing the B-tracks of my album, and preparing for both festivals and concerts all at once. I just wanted to rest at home. I really missed that laziness."

After hearing this, IU laughed and said, "That's different from the kind of laziness people usually talk about," adding, "For me, I find everything except work to be a hassle."

She confessed, "I know exactly how much I would fall behind if I let myself sink into laziness, so I'm always on guard. I just sit at the dining table. I don't solve anything, I just sit there."

She added, "I like being at home. I'm not the type of person who finds much joy in going out. That's why I'm envious of people like Seungyoun who live while enjoying the fundamental joys of life." 

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Ji Changwook embroiled in another 'personality' controversy ... Stealing notebooks overseas too: "A repeat offender"

SOURCE: 지창욱, 또다시 불거진 인성 논란…해외서도 노트 강탈 "상습범이네"

Ji Changwook has once again sparked controversy after steals a fan's notebook.

Recently, a video titled 'Ji Changwook steals a notebook again' was posted on online communities and social media.

The video shows Ji Changwook in Paris, France, attending the Tom Ford fashion show during the 2026 F/W Paris Fashion Week.

In front of the venue, Ji Changwook responded kindly to fans who had been waiting for him by signing autographs while smiling warmly. However, after finishing the autograph, he only returned the pen and walked away while still holding the notebook in his hand.

Ji Changwook also had a previous history of stealing a fan's notebook in 2024. At the time, during a stage greeting for the movie 'Revolver,' he signed a fan's notebook but returned only the pen and walked away with the notebook, amusing people with his clumsy behavior.

The video of that moment quickly spread on social media and even became a hot topic under the title 'Ji Changwook personality controversy.' In response, his agency posted a playful announcement to find the fan who was the victim of the 'notebook stealing incident.'

<We are looking for someone>

We are looking for the fan who reached out their hand in confusion after Ji Changwook stole their notebook during the 'Revolver' stage greeting on August 7.

If you are the person whose notebook was taken, or if you know who it is, please leave a comment! (We may ask for verification to confirm your identity)

*The stolen notebook was returned to its owner on the day of the incident, but we apologize for not noticing your reaching hand at the time.

Now, about two years later, Ji Changwook was caught walking away with a fan's notebook again. Fans reacted with comments like "He's a repeat offender," "This time, it happened overseas. How is he going to return it?", "A new type of notebook theft," "His autograph is precious to himself," "He's really cute," and more.

Meanwhile, Ji Changwook will star in the new JTBC drama 'Human X Gumiho' (working title). This drama is a fantasy romantic comedy about Gu Jahong (Jeon Jihyun), a seductive being who bewitches humans, and Choi Seok (Ji Changwook), a human who attracts supernatural creatures, as they meet at the crossroads of fate. It is scheduled to start filming in March.

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Spotted with Xi Jinping and President Lee Jaemyung ... Park Jinyoung suddenly resigns from JYP → Dreaming of something even bigger

SOURCE: 中시진핑x이재명 대통령과 포착…박진영, 돌연 JYP 사임→더 큰 꿈 꾼다

Last September, Park Jinyoung was appointed co-chairman of the Popular Culture Exchange Committee directly under President Lee Jaemyung. About six months later, in March this year, news of his resignation as an internal director at JYP has drawn attention to his next moves.

Last year, Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoonsik announced Park Jinyoung's appointment during a briefing, saying, "He is one of South Korea's representative singers who has worked hard to globalize K-pop," adding, "He will help create South Korea a place where culture flourishes, where people around the world enjoy can enjoy our popular culture more, and we, in turn, also experience diverse culture from various foreign cultures."

Regarding this, Park Jinyoung also shared on social media, ""As someone in the entertainment industry, taking on government work is burdensome and concerning in many ways, so I thought a lot about it." He added, "However, I realized that K-pop is facing a very special opportunity right now. I decided to take on the role because I felt we must make the most of this chance."

He continued, "I will organize the need for institutional support that I felt while working in the field and make sure effective support is provided," adding, "I will work hard so that junior artists can get better opportunities. I will also do my best to help K-pop take another leap forward so it can become a place where people around the world understand and exchange with one another."

His activities soon extended to the international stage. Last November, Park Jinyoung attended the dinner for the South Korea-China summit as co-chair of the Popular Culture Exchange Committee under President Lee Jaemyung and met Chinese President Xi Jinping. At the time, Park Jinyoung posted on his social media, "I was truly happy to be able to meet and speak with President Xi Jinping. Thank you for listening so attentively and sharing kind words." He added, "I hope we can have more discussions so that people of both countries can grow closer through popular culture."

Park Jinyoung previously stated on a variety show, "I have already created a five-year roadmap for K-pop." As a producer who has created many singers who are loved by the nation, he still seems to be worrying about the future of K-pop. Amidst this, the news that he will step down from his position as an internal director at JYP Entertainment in March has drawn even more attention.

On the 10th, JYP Entertainment announced, "Park Jinyoung has resigned from his position as an internal director and will not undergo the reappointment process at the shareholders' meeting on the 26th." As Park Jinyoung plans to focus more on his creative activities as an artist, nurturing junior artist, and new external activities for the K-pop industry, the public is cheering him on as he takes another step toward a bigger dream.

Park Jinyoung debuted in 1994 and has been active for over 30 years as a singer, composer, and producer. Although he is stepping down from his role as an internal director at JYP, his challenge toward K-pop and popular culture is still ongoing.

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