2026 Buil Film Awards Announces Nominees

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The Seoul International Drama Awards 2026 has officially announced the nominees for this year’s International Competition Category! On August 20, the Seoul International Drama Awards Organizing Committee revealed that a total of 30 titles and 34 individuals have been nominated across the program and individual award categories. The nominees were selected from 352 submissions spanning Continue reading Seoul International Drama Awards 2026 Announces Nominees For International Competition Category Seoul International Drama Awards 2026 Announces Nominees For International Competition Category Soompi. ...

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Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany is here with new music! On August 20, Tiffany unveiled her first solo full-length album “Edge of Calm” along with the music video for the titlte track of the same name. The album “Edge of Calm” captures moments where the subtle tension just before stillness and balance of emotions intersect. Check out Continue reading Watch: Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany Young Searches For Peace In Beautiful MV For “Edge of Calm” Watch: Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany Young Searches For Peace In Beautiful MV For “Edge of Calm” Soompi. ...

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Kim Nam Gil and Lee Joo Bin are in talks to star in the upcoming drama “The Shady Lawyer” (literal title)! On August 11, JTBC Entertainment News reported that Kim Nam Gil had been offered the lead role in “The Shady Lawyer,” a new courtroom caper drama. In response, a representative from his agency stated Continue reading Kim Nam Gil And Lee Joo Bin In Talks To Lead New Courtroom Drama Kim Nam Gil And Lee Joo Bin In Talks To Lead New Courtroom Drama Soompi. ...

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SBS’s “Flex x Cop 2” has shared new stills ahead of its upcoming episode! In “Flex x Cop 2,” Ahn Bo Hyun reprises his starring role as Jin Yi Soo, a third-generation chaebol heir turned detective who uses his wealth and connections like cheat codes whenever an investigation reaches a dead end, while Jung Eun Continue reading Jung Eun Chae Visits Sculptor Yoo Seung Ho’s Exhibition In “Flex X Cop 2” Jung Eun Chae Visits Sculptor Yoo Seung Ho’s Exhibition In “Flex X Cop 2” Soompi. ...

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Upcoming drama “A Love Other Than Yours” has teased the chemistry between Seo Kang Jun and Ahn Eun Jin! “A Love Other Than Yours” is a realistic romance drama that follows a couple in their 10th year of dating as they experience unexpected emotional changes in a relationship that once felt familiar. The stills capture Continue reading Seo Kang Jun And Ahn Eun Jin Find Romance In The Little Things In New Drama “A Love Other Than Yours” Seo Kang Jun And Ahn Eun Jin Find Romance In The Little Things In New Drama “A Love Other Than Yours” Soompi. ...

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Sometimes, you might not be in the mood for a slow burn that takes half the series to get a hand-hold. Then you’ve come to the right place. These K-dramas deliver on the romance with plenty of kissing, undeniable chemistry, and the kind of kiss scenes that have fans replaying them over and over again. Continue reading 9 K-Dramas Packed With Romantic Kiss Scenes 9 K-Dramas Packed With Romantic Kiss Scenes Soompi. ...

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A spin-off of the popular MBC sitcom “Hello, Francesca” is being produced after 20 years! On August 20, a media outlet reported that “Next Seat, Francesca” (literal title), a spin-off of the beloved sitcom “Hello, Francesca,” which aired between 2005 and 2006, is currently in production. In response to the report, a representative from MBC Continue reading Han Su A Confirmed + Kim Hyun Jin And Lee Seung Gyu Reported To Star In Hit Sitcom “Hello, Francesca” Spin-Off Han Su A Confirmed + Kim Hyun Jin And Lee Seung Gyu Reported To Star In Hit Sitcom “Hello, Francesca” Spin-Off Soompi. ...

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ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Arno will have limited participation in the group’s upcoming second mini album promotions due to an ankle injury. On August 20, WAKEONE announced that Arno sprained his ankle while dancing during a shoot for external content the previous day. Following a medical examination, he was advised to wear an ankle brace and Continue reading ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Arno To Limit Participation In Upcoming Promotions Due To Ankle Sprain ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Arno To Limit Participation In Upcoming Promotions Due To Ankle Sprain Soompi. ...

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The star-studded lineup for the prequel film trilogy of “Inside Men” has been confirmed! On August 20, the production company announced, “‘Inside Men: The Birth of the Villains’ (working title) has confirmed Ha Jung Woo, Ahn Bo Hyun, Park Hae Joon, and Jung Sung Il as cast members.” Based on the webtoon of the same Continue reading Ha Jung Woo, Ahn Bo Hyun, Park Hae Joon, And Jung Sung Il Confirmed To Star In “Inside Men” Prequel Film Trilogy Ha Jung Woo, Ahn Bo Hyun, Park Hae Joon, And Jung Sung Il Confirmed To Star In “Inside Men” Prequel Film Trilogy Soompi. ...

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Gun-il, who recently left Xdinary Heroes, has released a new statement through his legal representative. On August 20, attorney Sung Jae Hwan of Joowon Law Firm, representing Gun-il, posted an official statement on his Instagram, declaring, “The Artist did not depart of his own volition nor did he agree to terminate his exclusive contract.” Read Continue reading Gun-il’s Legal Representative Releases Statement Regarding Artist’s Departure From Xdinary Heroes Gun-il’s Legal Representative Releases Statement Regarding Artist’s Departure From Xdinary Heroes Soompi. ...

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EXO has announced their encore concerts in Seoul! On August 20, EXO unveiled the dates for the encore concerts of their 2026 tour EXO PLANET #6 – “EXhOrizon” titled “EXhOrizon [dot].” The concerts will take place from November 6 to 8 at KSPO Dome. Check out the poster below! Are you excited for EXO’s encore Continue reading EXO Announces Dates For Encore Concerts EXO PLANET #6 “EXhOrizon [dot]” In Seoul EXO Announces Dates For Encore Concerts EXO PLANET #6 “EXhOrizon [dot]” In Seoul Soompi. ...

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Actress Ha Young’s agency has released a new statement regarding the status of her drama project. On August 20, a media outlet reported that the actress had returned to filming for the upcoming SBS drama “The Long Shot Trial.” Previously, she was reported to have shed tears on set on August 13 and resumed filming Continue reading Ha Young’s Agency Shares Update On Her Filming For Upcoming Drama Ha Young’s Agency Shares Update On Her Filming For Upcoming Drama Soompi. ...

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Moon Sang Min, Shin Sia, Lee Min Jae, and Choi Hee Jin will be starring in a rom-com together! On August 20, Netflix confirmed the production of “No Crushing Allowed” as well as the cast of Moon Sang Min, Shin Sia, Lee Min Jae, and Choi Hee Jin. “No Crushing Allowed” is a youth rom-com Continue reading Moon Sang Min, Shin Sia, Lee Min Jae, And Choi Hee Jin Confirmed For New Rom-Com “No Crushing Allowed” Moon Sang Min, Shin Sia, Lee Min Jae, And Choi Hee Jin Confirmed For New Rom-Com “No Crushing Allowed” Soompi. ...

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Hong Min Ki’s agency has refuted claims made by his ex-girlfriend (hereinafter “Ms. A”) regarding a forced abortion. Following Hong Min Ki’s agency’s statement from August 19, Ms. A further claimed that she had been subjected to verbal abuse, gaslighting, and pressure to undergo an abortion during their time together. On the morning of August Continue reading Hong Min Ki’s Agency Releases New Statement Refuting Forced Abortion Allegations Hong Min Ki’s Agency Releases New Statement Refuting Forced Abortion Allegations Soompi. ...

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NCT DREAM will be continuing their journey together as a group! On August 20, SM Entertainment confirmed that Renjun, Jeno, Jaemin, Chenle, and Jisung have renewed their exclusive contracts with the agency following Haechan, who renewed earlier this year along with the NCT 127 members. Read the full statement below: Hello, this is SM Entertainment. Continue reading All NCT DREAM Members Renew Contracts With SM Entertainment All NCT DREAM Members Renew Contracts With SM Entertainment Soompi. ...

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The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for dramas! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, community awareness, and viewership indexes of 21 popular dramas, using big data collected from July 13 to August 13. “Agent Kim Reactivated” topped this month’s list with Continue reading August Drama Brand Reputation Rankings Announced August Drama Brand Reputation Rankings Announced Soompi. ...

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TWICE has gone platinum in Japan with yet another single! In 2020, the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) implemented a new certification system for online streaming of songs, as an addition to its pre-existing certification systems for physical album shipments and digital download sales. According to the new system, songs are certified silver once Continue reading TWICE Earns New RIAJ Platinum Certification For Streaming In Japan TWICE Earns New RIAJ Platinum Certification For Streaming In Japan Soompi. ...

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The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for variety shows! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, interaction, media coverage, community awareness, and viewership indexes of 50 popular variety programs, using big data collected from July 2 to August 2. “The Manager” shot to the top Continue reading August Variety Show Brand Reputation Rankings Announced August Variety Show Brand Reputation Rankings Announced Soompi. ...

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KickFlip tapped into their cute side for a fun cover of TWICE! Earlier this month, the rookie boy group from JYP Entertainment performed a special cover of TWICE’s “Dance The Night Away” at the 2026 SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer. On August 19, KickFlip released a dance practice video for the cover that ends with each Continue reading Watch: KickFlip Covers TWICE + Shows Off Their Aegyo In Playful Dance Practice Video Watch: KickFlip Covers TWICE + Shows Off Their Aegyo In Playful Dance Practice Video Soompi. ...

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Mark your calendars for TNX’s return! On August 20 at midnight KST, the P NATION boy group officially announced the date and details for their upcoming comeback. TNX will be returning with their third digital single “Die Another Day” on August 27 at 6 p.m. KST. Check out TNX’s new “Not the end. Just the Continue reading Watch: TNX Announces Comeback With Teaser For “Die Another Day” Watch: TNX Announces Comeback With Teaser For “Die Another Day” Soompi. ...