'Single's Inferno 5' Choi Mina Sue, recent update without smiles ... "She's currently reflecting on herself"

SOURCE: '솔로지옥5' 최미나수, 웃음 지운 근황…"반성 중이에요"

On the 4th, an Instagram post by an acquaintance of Choi Mina Sue was shared online. The photo showed the back of a person believed to be Choi Mina Sue, crouching in a corner with her head down. The caption said, "She's currently reflecting on herselfㅠㅠ," drawing attention.

Another photo was also shared with the caption, "Review from a real friend after watching Ep 1-4: What are you truly feeling?" The photo showed Choi Mina Sue sitting in front of the TV watching her own scenes. It seems the acquaintance wrote this because of the negative reactions Choi Mina Sue has received since the show first aired.

Previously, another acquaintance also shared on Instagram, saying, "Mina Sue is such a good friend and like family. She catches my feelings before I even realize them myself and cheering me on. The more I get to know her, the better and better she becomes. Please support her until the final episode."

Meanwhile, on 'Single's Inferno 5,' Choi Mina Sue became the center of controversy after being labeled 'reed-like' because her feelings kept changing between multiple male contestants. She created tension in the show through her complex relationships with Hyunwoo, Samuel Lee, Seungil, and Subeen. In some scenes, her free-spirited behavior came across as rude, drawing criticism from viewers.

In particular, a scene where she suddenly asked, 'Can I leave with two men?' led panelist Hong Jinkyung to say 'Please stop,' quickly spread only and was dubbed as a 'satisfying moment.' Additionally, in the latest episode released on the 3rd, controversy grew further when she appeared unable to focus on her date with Song Seungil in Paradise, leading him to say, "I want to go back to Inferno as soon as possible."

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1. [+371][-8] Sigh... She really has a strong vibe of someone acting way too full of themselves.

2. [+248][-5] Anyone can have a dark past. It’s just more critical because this is recorded in the media forever. Now, it is up to her to decide what kind of person she will become.

3. [+243][-8] She’s already grown up like that. What can you do? People don't change.

4. [+24][-3] She is someone who thinks she's amazing and lacks self-awareness.

5. [+22][-7] Ugh, even this doesn’t look good at all...

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'NewJeans mom' Min Heejin becomes a 'son's mom' ... 'OOAK Records' unveiled

SOURCE: [SW이슈]'뉴진스맘' 민희진, '아들맘' 된다…베일 벗은 '오케이 레코즈'

Former ADOR CEO and founder of OOAK Records Min Heejin has started full promotions to launch a boy group.

On the 3rd, OOAK Records opened its Instagram, Twitter, and official website. The following day, they announced, "Min Heejin's independent label 'ooak records,' which had remained hidden behind many rumors and expectations, has finally broken its silence and sent its first signal to the world."

Following the teaser video for 'OOAK Records Launch Campaign,' the main content was released today (the 5th) at 10 AM (KST). It began with the phrase, "Welcome to OOAK Record Ship," and posts were uploaded one by one. The first video showed an old record shop in France with the short phrase "shop1." A voice is heard over the phone saying, "There's a lot prepared. You will definitely like it."

The next video showed a 'wanted' poster. The hints given were any nationality, born between 2008 and 2013. By putting a boy's face on the wanted poster, it seems like she is hinting at a boy group and revealing the nationality and age requirements for audition applicants. A website address was also promoted to find information about the 'wanted' individual (the audition.)

The next video, with the theme 'Only One Always Known,' showed a vinyl records flying through a back alley in Japan. It was followed by scenes of trainees practicing dance in an old building, and then revealing OOAK Records' branch shops in different countries one after another.

This is a new project by CEO Min Heejin, who has stirred up the K-pop scene in many ways. By unveiling the first member of the new boy group through the wanted poster, she signaled a bold and unconventional approach from the start. The content that shows OOAK Records shops spread all over the world also reflects her ambition toward the global music market.

Min Heejin previously worked as Creative Director at SM Entertainment and Chief Brand Officer (CBO) at HYBE. She later became CEO of ADOR and led the successful debut of NewJeans, but things are very different now. After declaring war against HYBE, members who had once stood by her side returned to HYBE, weakening her leadership. On the 12th, a court ruling is scheduled in the lawsuit against HYBE over the settlement of put-option payments.

Furthermore, ADOR has filed a lawsuit seeking 43.1 billion KRW in daamges and penalties against Min Heejin, former NewJeans' member Danielle, and her family, alleging tampering and related misconduct. Although she held an emergency press conference on the 28th of last month to deny the tampering allegations, no clear explanations were given.

Previously, Min Heejin earned the nickname 'NewJeans mom' after creating NewJeans at ADOR. She boasted their strong family-like bond, saying, 'NewJeans is a team of 6 members,' but in the end, the group ultimately split apart. Although the phenomenon did not last long, it's undeniable that NewJeans had a significant impact in the K-pop scene. With her hint at launching her first boy group through this label, attention is now focused on what kind of members and concept she will introduce. 

BEST COMMENTS:

1. [+88][-41] Her aesthetics are definitely specialㅋㅋ

2. [+76][-43] Honestly, Min Heejin is unbeatable when it comes to stuff like this... I'm already curious and looking forward to it.

3. [+76][-49] If those kids succeed and later a staff member tries to take them and leave, will she be 'cool' about it and let them go?

4. [+72][-46] Min Heejin stans seriously have zero shameㅋㅋㅋ

5. [+49][-14] What about NewJeans?

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'Celebrities' anonymous Q&A answers exposed + resurfaced ... What happened last night? "Update error"

SOURCE: "연예인들 지식인 답변 노출+파묘"…어젯밤에 무슨 일이, "업데이트 오류" [엑's 이슈]

Anonymous answers that some well-known figures, including celebrities, famous chefs, athletes, and influencers, had previously left on Naver Jisik-iN were exposed and became a hot topic.

(NB: Jisik-iN is a platform provided by Naver that allows user to ask and answer questions anonymously)

On the 4th, a 'Jisik-iN' button was added to the Naver profile pages of some public figures, allowing anyone to see the history of their anonymous answers.

Screenshots of the answer records from actors, comedians, famous chefs, and influencers were posted one after another across online communities, drawing great attention overnight.

As the controversy grew, the button was removed and now no longer appears on profiles. According to Channel A, Naver stated, "It was confirmed that an error occurred during a service update, causing the history of some individuals to be exposed. The issue has now been fully restored."

It has been reported that when Naver's public figure profiles are registered with the individual's own participation, their Jisik-iN accounts are automatically linked to the profile. There were more cases of exposed records for actors, announcers, and chefs who started their careers individually compared to idols, whose profiles are usually managed by their agencies from the beginning.

Currently, past answers from celebrities as far back as 10 years ago are now resurfacing across online communities. However, since many of the exposed answers are warm an pleasant, despite being anonymous, netizens are reacting by saying, "It's not a big deal," and "The conclusion is that people are nicer than I thought."

While some say the exposure of answers from their unknown days revealed a fresh, human side of the celebrities, there is also criticism regarding the exposure of personal information and personal life.

BEST COMMENTS:

1. [+937][-8] But this seems like way too big of a mistake to just brush off as a 'simple accident'...

2. [+694][-7] What is wrong with our country’s IT industry lately…?

3. [+161][-2] So does that mean Naver knew exactly who everyone was and collected the data?

4. [+65][-0] This is obviously a violation of privacyㅡㅡ

5. [+60][-3] Isn't this something they could be sued for...

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MC Mong involved in prostitution allegations as well ... CCTV footage revealed after complaints from apartment residents

SOURCE: MC몽, 성매매 의혹도 터졌다…아파트 주민 신고에 CCTV 공개 [스타이슈]

MC Mong (Real name: Shin Donghyun) is facing allegations of prostitution following earlier allegations of illegal drug prescriptions.

Recently, a video titled 'Behind 'MC Mong's affair rumors,' there were fabricated evidence, greed, and 'uncle'' was posted on Youtube.

In the video, reporter Kim Sungmin said, "Around June 2025, while MC Mong was in business together with Chairman Cha Gawon, there were rumors that he engaged in prostitution at the apartment where he lived. Complaints kept coming in, so the security office released the CCTV footage. Around 11 PM, his acquaintances were captured taking hostesses up the elevator. When this video was shown to MC Mong, he admitted to it."

Residents living in the same apartment as MC Mong filed complains with the management office, saying, "It seems like there is prostitution in our apartment," and "It seems like our apartment is being used as a location for prostitution." The management office reportedly checked the matter and released the CCTV footage. The footage shows three women, believed to be hostesses, getting on and off the elevator with a man.

Regarding this, MC Mong explained, "It was just a day when I had dinner and a wine party with people I know." However, when reporter Kim Sungmin said, "Some of them reportedly work at adult entertainment establishments. I've confirmed this," MC Mong replied, "Not everyone who works at a bar sells their body," but he is reported to have eventually admitted to the allegations.

The reporter added, "Of course, the company had to investigate. If complaints keep coming in, it could cause problems for the company. Previously, The Boyz's member Ju Haknyeon was mentioned in prostitution allegations and MC Mong's name was mentioned as well." He added, "At the time, the situation seemed to end because the focus was on Ju Haknyeon. But the company felt they needed to verify things quickly, and once the CCTV footage was released, the matter came to light."

He further stated, "MC Mong said himself, 'I will step down,' and 'I will leave my professional role at the company.'"

Meanwhile, MC Mong is also facing allegations of obtaining illegal drug prescriptions. It has been reported that he was prescribed and took the psychotropic drug Zolpidem by having it prescribed under his manager's name.

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1. [+519][-7] Just imagine how bad was it that the residents went as far as reporting it.

2. [+491][-1] This trash guy, ffs...There's literally no scandal where he doesn't get involved in.

3. [+442][-10] He really does all kinds of bad things.

4. [+35][-1] If it was just one woman, people would have thought it was a girlfriend. What are you doing calling three women at once? That's pathetic.

5. [+29][-1] I guess the sayings 'you can't fix a person' and 'people act exactly how they look' are really true.

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'Ha Jungwoo♥' Cha Jungwon turns out to be best friends with his ex-girlfriend, Goo Jaeyee? 'An unexpected connection'

SOURCE: '하정우♥' 차정원, 알고보니 하정우 전여친 구재이와 절친? '의외의 인연'

On the4th, Cha Jungwon's agency, Saram Ent., confirmed, "It's true that Ha Jungwoo and Cha Jungwon are dating." Ha Jungwoo's agency, Walkhouse Company, also stated, "It's true that he's seeing someone," but added, "Nothing is confirmed regarding marriage."

Earlier, some media outlets reported that Ha Jungwoo is planning to get married in July and that his partner is Cha Jungwon. Both sides are staying careful regarding the marriage rumors.

Following the dating news, online communities and social media have shown growing interest in Cha Jungwon's past connections. In particular, the public is noticing that Cha Jungwon once appeared on a TV program with actress Goo Jaeyee, who was previously known as Ha Jungwoo's public girlfriend. 

In 2017, the two appeared as MCs together on FashionN's beauty variety show 'Follow Me Season 8,' along with Seo Jihye, Jung Chaeyeon, and Lee Juyeon. Since they showed their friendship on the show and social media back then, the public reacting by calling it an 'unexpected link.'

As the dating news and surprising past connections are coming to light, netizens are reacting with comments like, "A connection I could never think of," and "Th entertainment industry is so small."

Goo Jaeyee gained a lot of attention when she went public with her relationship with Ha Jungwoo in 2012. The two of them broke up after dating publicly for about three years. In 018, she married a professor working at a French university in France and has one son. She is reportedly currently living in Japan with her husband. 

Meanwhile, Ha Jungwoo established himself as one of South Korea's top actors through movies like 'Madeleine,' 'The Chaser,' 'Take Off,' Nameless Gangster,' and 'The Terror Live.' He also works as a director and directed 'Rollercoaster,' 'Chronicle of a Blood Merchant,' and 'Lobby.'

Ca Jungwon made her debut in the movie 'Horror Stories' and has steadily built her career by starring in dramas such as 'Special Labor Inspector,' and 'My Absolute Boyfriend.'

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1. [+336][-6] Wow… This feels kind of off.

2. [+253][-5] Wow... This is a little... You know...

3. [+45][-16] 2012: Ha Jungwoo and Goo Jaeyee broke up | 2017: Goo Jaeyee and Cha Jungwon chosen as MCs for 'Follow Me' | 2018: Goo Jaeyee got married | 2026: Ha Jungwoo and Cha Jungwon dating | What exactly is the problem here?? What are these trash reporters even trying to say??

4. [+37][-16] This is exactly why people call them trash reporters. It has been a long time since he broke up with Goo Jaeyee, and plenty of people probably don't even know they used to date, yet he dug this up on purpose. It's disgusting, Changhyung-ah. We know what kind of life you lead.

5. [+31][-0] Who are Goo Jaeyee and Cha Jungwon?

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Barbie Hsu's children absent from the statue unveiling ceremony ... Ex-husband's wife explains: "They went to Beijing as soon as winter break began"

SOURCE:故 서희원 자녀, 제막식 불참…전남편 아내 "방학 직후 베이징 行" 해명

As the statue unveiling ceremony for the first anniversary of the late Barbie Hsu's passing was held, attention has turned to the fact that her children did not attend the event.

On the 3rd (local time), Taiwanese media outlet ETtoday reported that a controversy arose locally after neither Barbie Hsu's son nor daughter appeared at the statue unveiling ceremony held on the 2nd. In response, Mandy Ma, the current wife of Barbie Hsu's ex-husband Wang Xiaofei, issued a statement.

Mandy Ma explained, "I don't know how the communication between the two families took place," then added, "The children returned to Beijing the day after the winter break began." Mandy Ma, who is currently pregnant, added that she personally takes care of the children's daily routines, including taking them to and from school and helping with their homework.

Goo Junyeop and Barbie Hsu dated in the 1990s before breaking up. They got back together and married in 2022 after Barbie Hsu divorced Wang Xiaofei. However, Barbie Hsu suddenly passed away on February 2nd last year due to influenza and pneumonia while traveling in Japan.

1. [+375][-2] This is too much. She's their biological mother... I can understand the stepmother, but the ex-husband is really awful.

2. [+335][-1] Even if the kids said they didn't want to go, shouldn't they have been forced to attend? That's basic decency... It's the first anniversary of their biological mother's passing...

3. [+281][-1] The ex-husband is a terrible person. No matter what, she's still their mother.

4. [+31][-0] If only she had married Goo Junyeop from the beginning, she might be living happily now... I feel bad for Goo Junyeop too, but Barbie Hsu is just so pitiful...

5. [+24][-1] It's not even the 10th anniversary of her passing, it's the 1st... How can he not let the kids attend?? 

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'Hiatus' Park Narae to launch new variety show on the 11th ... Teams up with Jeon Hyunmoo for 'Battle of Fates 49'

SOURCE: '활동 중단' 박나래, 11일 새예능 론칭…전현무 손잡고 '운명전쟁49' [공식]

On the 4th, 'Battle of Fates 49' announced its release date on February 11 and unveiled the 'Fate' poster and trailer, featuring missions that go beyond imagination and unexpected plot twists.

The 'Fate' poster draws attention as it shows 49 fortune tellers from different lives standing in a mysterious space under the bright moonlight, all looking at one door. In particular, various symbols from Eastern and Western traditions like saju, tarot, and face reading are arranged throughout the image, showing the show's theme and sparked curiosity by asking the deep question: 'Can humans read their fate?'

The 'Fate' trailer also raises expectations with high tension and unpredictable stories. From a mission to find a person who has actually been struck by lightning to a mission about reading the fate of money, a series of mind-blowing mission unfolds, shocking everyone. Even the fortune tellers react in confusion, asking, "They're really giving us missions like this?" These new settings add a fresh shock that's unlike anything seen in other survival shows.

Disney+'s 'Battle of Fates 49' brings together 49 fortune tellers to test their destinies through a series of missions in an spiritual survival battle. Jeon Hyunmoo, Park Narae, Park Hasun, Shindong, and Kang Jiyoung are the hosts. The show is produced by the team behind 'Culinary Class Wars' and 'Let's Play Soccer' series, promising an eccentric and thrilling survival show that goes beyond limits. By using 'fate' as its theme, the show hopes to open a new world for Korean variety shows.

'Battle of Fates 49' will release four episodes on the 11th, followed by weekly releases of three, two, and one episode respectively for a total of ten episodes.

1. [+1,646][-57] Do you seriously think people would watch this?

2. [+1,434][-55] Looks like the broadcasting and entertainment industries are all the same kind of people. Nothing but bunch of dumb*sses.

3. [+692][-17] I'm so sick and tired of Jeon Hyunmoo and Park Narae.

4. [+99][-10] The TV station seems to have lost their mind!! Even if this was filmed a long time ago, how can they be shameless enough to air this even when viewers are protesting this much?

5. [+80][-8] There were 49 fortune tellers there, but I guess none of them could see Park Narae's future comingㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

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