[SBS Star] I Felt like It Wasn't for Me G-DRAGON Reflects On His 5-Year Training at SM Ent.

K-pop boy group BIGBANG's leader G-DRAGON opened up about his five years as a trainee at SM Entertainment, recalling how he often felt, It wasn't for me. On October 30, G-DRAGON guested on tvN's talk show You Quiz on the Block, hosted by entertainers Yu Jae Seok and Cho Sae-ho. On this day, G-DRAGON responded to Yu Jae Seok's question, I heard that you trained for 11 years. But were you a trainee at SM before joining YG? I didn't know that, with, No one probably knows, but yes, I was an SM trainee. G-DRAGON then shared how he ended up at SM Entertainment, saying, It was really by chance. My family and I went skiing at a resort, and there were a lot of dance competitions back then. My mom always made me enter them. She would tell me, 'Go and come back with first place.' The host of that dance competition at the ski resort was Lee Soo-man. This was a long, long time ago, even before H.O.T. debuted, I think. That was how G-DRAGON ended up training at SM Entertainment, though he explained that he gradually felt that he did not quite fit in. Whenever I looked at the artists at SM, I thought, 'I don't think I'm the right fit here. I'm too different.' I started getting called in less frequently, and I felt like I couldn't find what I was supposed to be doing there as well. No matter how much I thought about it, I couldn't see my future at SM. He added, So, I decided I should at least try learning rap. Luckily, in 2001, I got to participate in a compilation album with other rappers. I was 13 at the time, so my song was called 'I Am 13.' YG scouted me after listening to that song. (Credit= tvN You Quiz on the Block) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] Han Ye Seul Shares Why She Thought Her Husband Was Not Straight at First

Actress Han Ye Seul revealed the reason why she initially thought her husband, former stage actor Ryu Sung-jae, was not straight at first. On October 28, Han Ye Seul appeared on entertainer Shin Dong-yeob's YouTube show Zzan Bro. On this day, Han Ye Seul unraveled her love story with Ryu Sung-jae, saying, I've always wanted to get married quickly for stability, but since it always ended in failure, I thought of my loneliness as a homework assignment I just couldn't finish. I met my husband when I was feeling really lost. She continued, Since I felt so comfortable around him from day one, and he gave me the sense of stability I was looking for, I asked him out on a date that wasn't really a date. Throughout the date though, it almost seemed like he wasn't interested in me at all. I mean, he didn't even hold my hands! So, at first, I honestly thought he was gay or something. But it turned out he was just a very careful and shy person. Then, the actress shared the moment when she discovered his true feelings for her. She recounted, Some time later, I was with my friends just outside of Seoul and told him, 'It's my birthday today. Can you come to see me?' He came all the way there, driving for several hours late at night. At that time, I thought, 'He must really like me,' so I decided to mark that day as the start of our relationship and even got it tattooed. It was September 18, 2020. Han Ye Seul also talked about the time when he truly impressed her while they were still dating. She said, My husband used to smoke a lot, but he quit while we were dating. He mentioned feeling restless when he couldn't smoke, and it was interfering with our time together, so he decided to stop. She continued, He decided to quit when we were on a trip together. Every morning, he would jump out of bed and run to the park like a crazy person. I later found out he was trying to overcome his cravings for cigarettes by going for these intense runs. I thought that was really impressive. His willpower and determination were admirable. Back in May, Han Ye Seul officially registered her marriage to Ryu Sung-jae. (Credit= '짠한형 신동엽' YouTube, 'han_ye_seul_' Instagram) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] Han Ga In Picks Cha Eun-woo as the Best Looking Celebrity She Has Ever Met

Actress Han Ga In declared Cha Eun-woo of K-pop boy group ASTRO the most handsome celebrity she has encountered. On October 26, Han Ga In released a new video on her YouTube channel. In this video, she answered questions from her subscribers about everything from her appearance to her favorite foods. One of the questions from her subscribers was, Who do you think is the most handsome male celebrity? Without hesitation, Han Ga In replied, Oh, that's definitely Cha Eun-woo. He's unbelievable. He's just wow. She explained, He's truly stunning. When I first saw him, I was left speechless. I thought to myself, 'Wow, how can someone like that actually exist?' Everything about him is perfect. He's flawless in every way, from his body proportions and facial features to his skin tone, literally everything! She added, I recently saw an Instagram Reel of Cha Eun-woo at a Saint Laurent event, and once again, I was blown away by his beauty. He really is Korea's pride. Seriously. Then, the production team asked her if she could to choose between Cha Eun-woo and her husband, Yeon Jung Hoon, in his prime. With a smile, Han Ga In replied, Cha Eun-woo is, of course, incredibly handsome, but I personally have a preference for a different vibe. She continued, I like the vibes of Lee Jung Jae, Cool's Lee Jae-hoon, Yeon Jung Hoon, and Ha Dong-kyun. Not everyone may agree with me, but that style definitely has its own appeal, expressing her fondness for Yeon Jung Hoon. Han Ga In and Yeon Jung Hoon tied the knot in 2005. The couple welcomed their first daughter into the world in 2016 and later celebrated the arrival of their son in 2019. (Credit= '자유부인 한가인' YouTube, 'eunwo.o_c' Instagram) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] Lee Hong Gi's Past Remarks Suggest He Knew About Minhwan's Double Life?

Former member of K-pop girl group LABOUM, Yulhee's exposure of her ex-husband, boy band FTISLAND's drummer Minhwan's habitual visits to adult entertainment establishments has brought renewed attention to the band's vocalist Lee Hong Gi's past statement: Minhwan's hobby is deceiving his wife. ▶ [SBS Star] FTISLAND Minhwan Faces Police Investigation for Visiting Bars that Facilitate Prostitution In January 2022, when the members of FTISLAND appeared on MBC's reality show Once, Lee Hong Gi suggested they update their online profile, saying, We should reflect our current selves. That information about us hasn't changed since our debut. While discussing their hobbies, he jokingly remarked, Isn't Minhwan's hobby deceiving his wife? which caught Minhwan off guard. In response, the bassist Lee Jae Jin awkwardly laughed and interjected, Let's not bring up each other's families like that, to ease the tension. Lee Hong Gi then complimented Minhwan to wrap up the topic, Actually, Minhwan is great in social situations. He knows how to read the room and when to exit. Also, in December of the same year, when Lee Hong Gi guested on JTBC's television show Knowing Brothers, he spoke about Minhwan's married life. When HeeChul of boy group Super Junior asked Lee Hong Gi if he felt jealous of Minhwan for being married with three children, Lee Hong Gi immediately replied, Ah, actually no. After seeing what Minhwan is like since his marriage, I've concluded that I'm not ready to get married yet. The K-pop star continued, First of all, taking care of children seems really hard. Being a father doesn't seem easy at all, and Minhwan doesn't have much time for himself. Chuckling, he added, Recently, we went to Japan for our concert tour. At the airport, Minhwan had mixed emotions on his face. He looked sad but was smiling. He was like, 'I'm so worried about my wife and kids, but I can't be happier. I can sleep as long as I want and drink alcohol. I'm free!' Upon revisiting Lee Hong Gi's remarks, fans have reacted with comments like, Hmmm, why do I feel like Hong Gi knew about Minhwan's double life? It may have sounded like a joke, but I'm sure Hong Gi knew something. That's probably why he said those things, Whoa, everything adds up, and more. (Credit= MBC Once, FNC Entertainment) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] FTISLAND Minhwan Faces Police Investigation for Visiting Bars that Facilitate Prostitution

K-pop boy band FTISLAND's drummer Minhwan is facing a police investigation for visiting bars that facilitate prostitution, following the disclosure by his ex-wife Yulhee, a former member of girl group LABOUM. On October 25, the Gangnam Police Station in Seoul announced that they are investigating Minhwan and his broker for violations of the Act on the Punishment of Arrangement of Commercial Sex Acts, among other charges. Earlier, in the evening of October 24, Yulhee revealed Minhwan's frequent visits to adult entertainment bars during their marriage in a video posted on her YouTube. Through this video, Yulhee shared an audio recording of a conversation between Minhwan and his broker, who connects clients with private entertainment bars. In their conversation, Minhwan repeatedly asks for reservations at bars with private rooms where patrons can drink with their chosen female companions, who even undress in front of them and can be touched, all in the middle of the night. Minhwan also inquires about a hotel room at four in the morning, suggesting he may be seeking accommodations for purposes beyond just sleeping. Since he mentioned Gangnam several times in his conversation with the broker, the case is being investigated by the Gangnam Police Station. ▶ [SBS Star] Yulhee Exposes Minhwan's Frequent Visits to Adult Entertainment Bars During Their Marriage After Yulhee's revelation, someone filed a complaint with the National Police Agency, accusing Minhwan and the broker of violating the Act on the Punishment of Arrangement of Commercial Sex Acts. The complainant stated, I strongly urge the police to conduct a thorough investigation into the allegations against Minhwan and the broker. If criminal charges are proven, please ensure they receive severe punishment. Currently, Minhwan has halted his career in the industry. His agency stated this morning, While it is difficult for us to understand the details surrounding personal matters, Minhwan feels a sense of responsibility for disappointing many fans and viewers. He will be pausing his activities for the time being. He then stepped down from KBS' television show The Return of Superman, where he appeared with his three children―Jae-yul, Ah-rin, and Ah-yoon. (Credit= 'minhwan12' Instagram, '율희의 집' YouTube, FNC Entertainment) (SBS Star)