[SBS Star] He's So Cute Mijoo Talks About Song Bum-keun's Reaction to Making Their Relationship Public

Mijoo of disbanded K-pop girl group Lovelyz spoke about her boyfriend goalkeeper Song Bum-keun's response to making their relationship public. On May 4 episode of MBC's television show Hangout with Yoo, Mijoo revealed her love story with Song Bum-keun. In this episode of Hangout with Yoo, the cast members had some fun teasing Mijoo about her public relationship with Song Bum-keun. Yu Jae Seok commented, We kind of knew that you were dating someone. For the past three to four months or so, you've been glued to your phone during every break in our shooting. So, it was a bit obvious. Joo Woo Jae, Lee Yi Kyung, HAHA and other cast members chimed in, mentioning how they observed Mijoo smiling and behaving oddly while constantly checking her phone during breaks. They also pointed out that she had been going on trips unusually frequently in the past couple of months. Mijoo shyly smiled, then mentioned, After we went public with our relationship, he was really happy. He has been anxious for a while because I'm so popular, you know, laughing, she added, But after we went public, he's been happier than ever! In response to the question Where did you meet? Mijoo explained, Well, we just naturally crossed paths. Additionally, Mijoo described Song Bum-keun as a tough-looking athlete on the surface but said, He's actually really cute. He has a lot of aegyo. As Mijoo delved into details about her boyfriend, Yu Jae Seok could not bear it anymore. He let out a loud scream, exclaiming, That's enough! Please, spare us any further details! as if he found the whole situation too cringeworthy to handle, making everybody laugh. Previously on April 18, Mijoo and Song Bum-keun confirmed their relationship after rumors started spreading about the possibility of them being in a relationship. (Credit= MBC Hangout with Yoo, 'bumkeun_song' Instagram) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] Lee Kwang Soo Reacts to Yu Jae Seok Saying His Trip with Lee Sunbin Is Part of 'Love Marketing'

Actor Lee Kwang Soo responded to entertainer Yu Jae Seok saying that his recent trip to Japan with his longtime girlfriend actress Lee Sunbin is part of love marketing. On April 22, some details about the first episode of SBS' new television show Whenever There's a Moment (literal translation) were revealed; the episode is scheduled to air on April 23. According to Whenever There's a Moment, in the upcoming episode, viewers can expect to see the show's cast members Yu Jae Seok, actor Yoo Yeon Seok and the guest Lee Kwang Soo spending time together. As the three stars gather for a casual hangout, Yoo Yeon Seok remarks to Lee Kwang Soo, Hey, Kwang Soo. Did you get a perm or did you just give your hair a good wash as if you're washing a mop? He then candidly shares his thoughts on Lee Kwang Soo's hairstyle, quipping, It kind of looks like you've got a mop sitting on your head. Quick to seek mediation, Lee Kwang Soo turns to Yu Jae Seok, but instead of diffusing the situation, Yu Jae Seok playfully adds fuel to the fire, saying, Well, as long as you're happy. By the way, I saw some photos of you and Sunbin in Japan online. Lee Kwang Soo jumps up, saying, Why are you bringing that up now? and Yu Jae Seok jokingly tells him, You know, I don't think you've quite grasped the latest marketing techniques. If you go about it that way, it's pretty obvious that you were marketing. Wasn't that just a form of 'love marketing'? Immediately, Lee Kwang Soo goes, What? What are you talking about? 'Love marketing'? What do you mean?! That's ridiculous! After that, Yoo Yeon Seok completes the saga of love marketing by coming up with the headline of the article, saying, Still in Love with One Another. Resigning to the teasing, Lee Kwang Soo bursts into laughter before chiming in, Honestly, there's no such thing as 'love marketing.' We simply went on a trip to enjoy ourselves. Previously in December 2018, Lee Kwang Soo and Lee Sunbin confirmed their 5-month relationship. They have been together for about six years now; they are one of the longest dating celebrity couples. (Credit= SBS Whenever There's a Moment, Online Community) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] Fan's Time Travel Quest to Save Idol's Death Lovely Runner Is Referencing SHINee JONGHYUN?

Lovely Runner viewers are buzzing with speculation over whether the drama subtly references the late K-pop star JONGHYUN. The premiere of tvN's newest drama, Lovely Runner, has ignited discussions among viewers, with some drawing intriguing parallels between the drama and JONGHYUN of SHINee. Lovely Runner delves into the journey of a celebrated K-pop star who meets a tragic end, prompting a devoted fan to embark on a quest to alter fate by traveling back in time. In the debut episode, which aired on April 8, audiences were introduced to the narrative of Yim Sol (actress Kim Hye Yoon), as she transitions from an ardent fan to a determined time traveler, successfully encountering her idol Ryu Seon-jae (actor Byun Woo-seok) when she arrives in 2008. Amid the excitement about this new intriguing drama, however, some viewers have raised concerns regarding it, particularly drawing parallels between the fictional artist's demise and the late JONGHYUN. They also noted that the year 2008, when the female lead embarks on her time traveling journey, coincides with SHINee's debut year, with the first episode airing on JONGHYUN's birthday. They asserted that it was inappropriate for the production company to make references to JONGHYUN in such a manner. Addressing these concerns, the Lovely Runner production company CJ ENM sought to clarify its position later in the day. The production company emphasized that Lovely Runner is adapted from the web novel The Best of Tomorrow (literal translation) and is not intended to portray any specific real-life individual. Explaining the choice of 2008 as the setting for the time travel narrative, CJ ENM highlighted its efficacy in showcasing the contrast between different eras, rather than strictly adhering to the original work's timeline. Lastly, the company dismissed any intentional connection between the drama's premiere date and JONGHYUN's birthday, claiming that programming decisions are made sequentially and do not involve deliberate scheduling. (Credit= 'jonghyun.948' Instagram, tvN Lovely Runner) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] For 4 Min Appearance, We... Yook Sungjae Tells How Demanding Music Show Schedules Are

Yook Sungjae talked about how busy his schedule has been as an actor and K-pop boy group BTOB member. Yook Sungjae and comedian Yang Se-hyung guested on the March 31 episode of singer Jung Jae-hyung's YouTube show. To make a three to four-minute appearance on a music show, we had to leave the house ten hours in advance and start preparing. , Yook Sungjae shared during the show. It goes like this. We rehearse for a music show in between times, and then we go to do other schedules such as fan sign events or mini fan meet-ups. After we perform at the music show, we go to different places to perform at other shows. The following day is a continuation of this. We leave the house ten hours earlier before another music show appearance. But no matter how tiring it may be, I am a K-pop star when participating in those schedules. Fans are waiting outside when I show up for a music show. Yes, I'm exhausted, but so what? Some fans arrive there even earlier than I, waiting to see me. I think I shouldn't complain about how hard my life is while having this profession. , said Yook Sungjae. He continued, The fact that there are still fans who come to support me is what got me through all those years. It's been twelve years since we debuted, and some fans who started rooting for us in their elementary school days are now adults. Some even have become parents, taking their babies to see us. I'm incredibly thankful. The energy they give me is what keeps me going. I do the work because I want to show my best for the fans, no matter how hard it is. , Yook Sungjae remarked, emphasizing, That's my job and what drives me. During the show, Jung Jae-hyung asked Yook Sungjae, now focusing more on his acting career, if he started acting because he wanted to. To be honest, I wasn't interested in pursuing an acting career at first. I took my first project because I thought that was a great opportunity. , Yook Sungjae said, recalling the time he auditioned for KBS' drama 'Who Are You: School 2015'. Back then, many assumed I was cast in the drama only because I'm a K-pop boy group member. And at the drama's first meeting, the director asked, 'BTOB? Who are they?', since we were rookies at the time. Those words hurt my feelings quite much. He continued, With my face flushed, I told the director, 'We are hard-working people who have just started pursuing our dreams and trying to achieve our goals. I think what you just said was unnecessary.'. Guess what? The character I auditioned for was supposed to be short-tempered, and my causing a scene like that landed me the role in the drama. It was pure luck. , Yook Sungjae said, causing Yang Se-hyung and Jung Jae-hyung to burst out laughing. (Credit= '요정재형' YouTube) (SBS Star)

[SBS Star] Ju Ji Hoon Recalls Hate Comments for His 'Princess Hours' Prince Role Due to His Farmer Looks

Model-turned-actor Ju Ji Joon recalled receiving hate comments for playing the prince role in Princess Hours when he looks like a farmer. On March 24 episode of singer Jung Jae-hyung's YouTube show, Ju Ji Hoon joined as a guest. During their conversation, Ju Ji Hoon discussed his debut drama Princess Hours, which propelled him to stardom almost instantly. Around the time I was auditioning for 'Spring Waltz,' the 'Princess Hours' team called. I didn't even know if the role I auditioned for in 'Spring Waltz' was a lead or supporting role, but for 'Princess Hours,' they said it was the lead. When I honestly told the 'Spring Waltz' team about this, they said, 'If it's the lead role there, you should do that. Despite winning first place in the nationwide audition for Spring Waltz, he ultimately decided to appear in Princess Hours instead, he explained. But once he went to the table read for Princess Hours, he apparently felt so terrified to say his lines; he said, The table read wasn't just terrifying. It was indescribably terrifying. I'm still traumatic to this day that I find it hard to say my lines at the table read. He resumed, I wasn't even a drama major, you know. I was just a model at that time. I had suddenly started acting. Actually, for about three weeks after my company asked me to join 'Princess Hours,' I refused. I kept saying I didn't want to do it. I basically felt pressured into acting in 'Princess Hours.' Regarding the praise for his improved acting during the airing of Princess Hours, Ju Ji Hoon laughed, saying, Considering it from a different angle, rather than claiming that my acting improved in real-time, I believe it's more accurate to perceive it as starting from a negative point. You could say that the negativity decreased somewhat. Furthermore, he joked, Nowadays, people say I'm handsome, and that's all because the world has changed. The beauty standards are different now. But back then, when talking about good-looking guys, they would be referring to Jung Woo Sung, Jang Dong-geon and Won Bin. Their facial features are all quite distinct from mine. He continued, I initially didn't want to do 'Princess Hours' as my role was supposed to be this very cute, charming and good-looking guy. Do you know why I closed down Cyworld (a popular social media platform in Korea before Facebook and Instagram)? It was because everyone was like, 'Hey, you! You farmer-looking person! Stop ruining the image of our Crown Prince Lee Shin.' Chuckling, the actor added, I was getting so many comments like that. That's why I ended up closing it down. (Credit= '요정재형' YouTube, MBC Princess Hours) (SBS Star)