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Hans India
5 days ago
- General
- Hans India
South Korea: Vote counting for presidential election begins, DP's Lee projected to win presidency
Seoul: Vote counting began for South Korea's presidential election, officials said on Tuesday, as exit polls projected Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung to win the presidency, with the winner likely to emerge around midnight. Counting kicked off at around 8.35 p.m. (local time) in ballot counting stations in North Gyeongsang Province, according to the National Election Commission. The tallying process also began at 254 ballot counting stations across the country from 8.30 to 8.40 p.m., it said. The winner is expected to emerge around midnight, when 70 to 80 per cent of the votes are expected to be tallied. The vote count will continue till Wednesday morning, Yonhap news agency reported. According to four polls, Lee Jae-myung will garner around 50 per cent of the vote, leading People Power Party candidate Kim Moon-soo by at least 7.5 percentage points. A JTBC poll projected that Lee will garner 50.6 per cent of the vote against Kim's 39.4 per cent, while a Channel A poll showed Lee leading Kim 51.1 per cent to 38.9 per cent. An MBN poll projected that Lee will win 49.2 per cent of the vote against Kim's 41.7 per cent, while a joint exit poll by KBS, MBC, and SBS showed Lee leading Kim 51.7 per cent to 39.3 per cent. Lee Jun-seok, the candidate of the New Reform Party, was projected to win 7.9 per cent, 8.7 per cent, 7.8 per cent and 7.7 per cent in the JTBC, Channel A, MBN, and KBS-MBC-SBS polls, respectively. The JTBC poll had a margin of error of 0.9 percentage points while the Channel A poll had a margin of error of 0.93 percentage points, both at the 95 per cent confidence level. The KBS-MBC-SBS exit poll's margin of error was 0.8 percentage points at the 95 per cent confidence level. DP campaign officials and leaders who were gathered in a situation room at the National Assembly erupted in applause and cheers when the exit poll results were announced. "I believe the sovereign people have passed a severe judgment on the insurrection regime," Rep. Park Chan-dae, the DP election committee leader, told KBS. "These are exit polls, so they are projections, but we will remain alert until our election is certain and look at what the people's judgment is, what the people's decision is." Voter turnout for South Korea's presidential election had surpassed the 70 per cent mark as of 4 p.m. Of the total 44.39 million eligible voters nationwide, 31.73 million, or 71.5 per cent, had cast their ballots as of 4 p.m., according to the National Election Commission (NEC). Voting began at 6 a.m. at 14,295 polling stations across the country and concluded at 8 p.m. The provisional tally includes the votes cast in early voting, as well as overseas, shipboard and absentee ballots. The turnout was the highest recorded at the said time of day in any presidential election. More than 15.42 million, or 34.74 per cent of the registered voters, had cast their ballots in the early voting held on Thursday and Friday.
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Weak Hero Class 2 star Lee Jun Young cast in new rom-com series Who Are You opposite Cha Joo Young, REPORT
Riding the wave of his recent hits, Lee Jun Young is all set to lead the upcoming romantic comedy Who Are You, with Cha Joo Young strongly in the running as his co-star. On June 2, Hankook Ilbo confirmed that Lee Jun Young has locked in this project as his next move, aiming to keep the momentum going after standout roles in Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale (2024) and the intense Weak Hero Class 2 (2025). Lee Jun Young was also seen in Pump Up the Healthy Love (2025). Now, after the success of these dramas, there is no stopping Lee Jun Young. About Who Are You: The drama centers on Lee Tae Joo, a mysterious black agent battling memory loss, and Yoo Ah Rin, a beloved national fairy nursing a broken heart. Together, they embark on a journey to reclaim their lost memories and hopefully find love in the process. Lee Jun Young steps into the role of Lee Tae Joo, while Cha Joo Young is poised to bring Yoo Ah Rin to life, raising big expectations for their on-screen chemistry. At the helm is director Myung Hyun Woo, known for Channel A's Check In Hanyang, promising a fresh, vibrant touch to this romantic tale. While the exact release date for Who Are You remains under wraps, the drama is set to hit screens next year. About Lee Jun Young: Lee Jun Young's journey began as a member of the boy group U KISS in 2014 before making his acting debut with tvN's Avengers Social Club in 2017. Since then, he has built a versatile portfolio across genres, starring in dramas like Goodbye to Goodbye, Good Casting, DP, and Mask Girl, alongside films such as Moral Sense and The Wild West. Lee Jun Young's 2025 Successful Series List: This year alone, he has been turning heads worldwide with projects like Netflix's Melo Movie, When Life Gives You Tangerines, where his heartfelt chemistry with IU won praise, and Weak Hero Class 2. Currently, viewers can catch his latest work on KBS2's 24 Hour Health Club. An idol-turned-actor, Lee Jun Young has made his mark in series — now it's his time to shine.
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Lee Chung Ah, Siwon's Heart Pairing Episode 11: Release date, OTT streaming, what to expect, and more
South Korea's popular dating reality show Heart Pairing continues to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with each new episode. And episode 10 was no exception. The show's hosting lineup includes Yoon Jong Shin, Lee Chung Ah, Choi Si Won, Park Ji Sun, and Mimi. Airing on Friday, May 16, the latest installment of the series introduced a twist that no one saw coming: the sudden arrival of a brand-new female contestant, who is secretly playing the role of a 'catfish.' Her entry has already shaken up the house, and fans are desperate to know what happens next. If you've been counting down the days to the next episode, here's the good news: Heart Pairing episode 11 is officially scheduled to premiere this Friday, May 23, on Channel A in South Korea. The episode will air at 10:50 PM KST, which is 7:20 PM IST for Indian audiences. Following its television broadcast in South Korea, the episode will become available on select online platforms, allowing fans to catch up with minimal delay. International viewers can look forward to streaming the series on Viki. It's worth noting that Viki follows a different release schedule from Channel A. In India, Heart Pairing episode 11 will land on Viki on Sunday, May 25, at approximately 7:20 PM IST. As for what unfolded in episode 10, fans were left stunned as the producers threw in a curveball. Just when the participants were gearing up for their second round of 'contract dating,' a new female contestant, SooA, made her debut. Unlike the others, she entered the house under a unique condition: she's not being completely honest about her identity. Much like Lee Sang Yoon, who entered earlier in episode 8 as a male catfish. SooA, a former flight attendant, brings charm, confidence, and mystery. Her arrival couldn't have come at a more critical time, right before the participants were about to make their second set of contract partners. And with the rule that they can't pick the same partner as before, the atmosphere inside the Heart Pairing house has become emotionally charged. Viewers were quick to note the rising tension and shifting dynamics among the original participants, many of whom were already forming bonds and facing difficult choices. Who will SooA choose as her contract partner? How will the others react to her sudden presence and concealed identity? Episode 11 promises to dive deeper into these questions and unravel the emotional chaos that her appearance has caused. Whether you're following the show from South Korea, India, or anywhere around the world, Heart Pairing continues to deliver compelling reality television packed with emotional twists and romantic complications. It also keeps viewers guessing with the ever-present question: what's real, and what's not?
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tottenham skipper Son Heung Min faces backlash after ex-girlfriend's abortion claims; netizens compare him to Kim Soo Hyun
Tottenham Hotspur star and South Korea's football pride, Son Heung Min, is under intense scrutiny back home. A scandal involving his alleged ex-girlfriend and her current partner has exploded across Korean media, with reports suggesting the actor forced his former girlfriend to have an abortion. The woman and her now-boyfriend have now been arrested, but the scandal has also brought fresh scrutiny against Son. Scroll ahead to find out why. Son Heung Min controversy: What we know so far According to multiple Korean media outlets, the incident began when a woman in her 20s, identified only as Yang and believed to be Son's former girlfriend, claimed to have been pregnant with his child last year. She allegedly received KRW 300 million (about USD 214,000) from Son in exchange for her silence and had an abortion. The two broke up. Fast-forward to her new relationship with a man in his 40s, who reportedly discovered a signed agreement on her phone. That agreement was reportedly a hush document, allegedly stating she'd owe Son KRW 3 billion if she ever spoke about the incident. He allegedly tried to blackmail Son for another KRW 70 million (roughly USD 50,000) and, when denied, leaked the story to the media. Son then filed a police complaint, prompting arrests of both Yang and her boyfriend on May 18. While a Channel A report confirmed that Yang indeed underwent an abortion last year, it remains unclear if she was pregnant with Son's baby. Timeline of the Son Heung-min scandal, as shared by K-netizens A timeline of Son Heung Min's controversy, as shared by K-netizens, has gone viral on X. Take a look below: Son Heung-min's alleged ex-girlfriend, now in her early 20s, reportedly became pregnant during their relationship. According to K-media reports, including Channel A, Son allegedly pressured her into having an abortion. He then gave her KRW 300 million (approx. USD 214,000) in hush money and made her sign a contract promising silence, threatening a KRW 3 billion (about USD 2.1 million) penalty if she ever spoke out. The two broke up not long after. Things took a turn when her new boyfriend—reportedly in his 40s—discovered the agreement while snooping through her phone. He allegedly threatened Son, demanding money. When Son didn't respond, the man leaked the story to the press. The son quickly filed criminal charges, naming both the man and his ex-girlfriend. Notably, he filed the report not at a local station but at Gangnam Police Station, which isn't in his area. The station acted unusually fast, citing the 'serious nature' of the case. This triggered online speculation, with Korean netizens pointing to Son's rumored connections to influential elites and past ties to figures involved in the Burning Sun scandal. Police confirmed the woman had indeed been pregnant and had an abortion. But investigators haven't found any proof that she tried to extort money from Son. So far, only the new boyfriend is believed to have made threats. Despite that, both were booked based primarily on Son's account. The ex-girlfriend told authorities she never blackmailed or conspired with anyone. Still, public opinion quickly painted her as a manipulative 'gold digger,' while the boyfriend, who allegedly initiated the blackmail, is facing far less scrutiny. According to reports circulating online, the woman was born in 2003. That would make her barely 20 when she dated Son, who is over a decade older. Her current boyfriend is also reportedly much older, raising questions from netizens about why Son, 33, was dating a woman a decade younger than her and even drawing parallels to the Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Sae Ron controversy. Netizens slam Son Heung Min One viral post from the popular X (formerly Twitter) page Translating Misogyny in Korea questioned the logic of the media and public's response: 'Korean men often claim that abortion is murder. If so, Son should be seen as someone who instigated the murder of his own child. But instead, he's being portrayed as a poor victim. Meanwhile, the woman who kept quiet is being branded a manipulative gold digger.' While many still view Son as a blackmail victim, others believe he's using his status to control the narrative, with one user writing, "Son has been portrayed as an innocent man who is always under the harsh control of his father, who barely smiles, and they both live in a Puritan-like lifestyle for long just for delivering a greater performance on the football field. I actually thought he was a virgin, man." Son has been portrayed as an innocent man who is always under the hash control by his father who barely smiles, and they both live in a puritan alike lifestyle for long just for delivering a greater performance in the football field. I actually thought he's a virgin man. 😬 Another user wrote, "I hope Son plays football again so I can put up a sign calling him a murderer. I used to like him because he was always known as the nice guy, but damn, in the end, Korean men are just disgusting Korean men." I hope son plays football again so I can put up a sign calling him a murderer. I used to like him because he was always known as the nice guy but dam in the end Korean men are just disgusting Korean men "Damn, that's insane. Son really gave off a kind and mature type of person, but what he did to that girl is not at all kind and mature; it's so far from his image. It's insane how we, the viewers, forget celebrities are humans and make big mistakes too," a third user wrote. Dam that's insane, son really gave of kind and mature type of person, but what he did to that girl is not at all kind and mature, it's so far from his image, it's insane how us the viewers forget celebrity's are humans and make big mistakes too. Meanwhile, Son Heung Min returned to Tottenham's starting lineup for the first time since April 10 during Friday's match and is set to play in next week's Europa League final. 'I'm feeling good and ready to go,' he told SpursPlay. 'It felt great to get some minutes in. I'll be ready for Wednesday.' For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Korea Herald
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
What were Lee Jae-myung's 'lies'?
Legal expert says Supreme Court's ruling won't stop Lee from running for president but could raise trust issue South Korea's Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that Rep. Lee Jae-myung, the former chair of the liberal Democratic Party of Korea and front-runner for the presidency, made two knowingly false statements during the 2022 election campaign — which the court said must be judged by a higher standard given his candidacy. The court concluded that Lee's denial of personal ties with the late Kim Moon-ki, a key figure in the Seongnam land development scandal, amounted to the offense of 'publicly announcing false facts' under Article 250 of the Public Official Election Act, which applies to candidates in elections for public office. Lee had been indicted for his response while he was a presidential contender during a televised Channel A interview Dec. 29, 2021 to a question about whether, when he was mayor of Seongnam, he had personally known Kim, then head of Development Division 1 at Seongnam Development Corp., who committed suicide on Dec. 21, 2021. 'The People Power Party took a photo of four people and released it as if I was playing golf. But when I checked it, they took one part of the photo of our entire group with us and showed it like this. It was manipulated," Lee had answered at the time. Though the Seoul High Court acquitted him on March 26, saying that Lee's comment was that the photo had been manipulated rather than a denial that he had played golf with Kim, the Supreme Court rejected the lower court's verdict. 'The statement can only be understood as the defendant denying that he played golf with Kim Moon-ki during the overseas business trip they took together, and is not being interpreted to have multiple meanings as the lower court determined,' said Chief Justice Jo Hee-de during Thursday's televised ruling. According to the chief justice, political candidates, particularly presidential ones, are held to a higher standard of truth in public statements, and their freedom of political expression is not equivalent to that of ordinary citizens. Lee also faced scrutiny for a separate claim made during an Oct. 20, 2021 parliamentary hearing, in which he, then a presidential contender of the Democratic Party and the governor of Gyeonggi Province, said the Land Ministry under then President Park Geun-hye "threatened to make an issue of the dereliction of duty," so "he had no choice" but to approve a zoning change for a development project in Baekhyeon-dong while serving as Seongnam mayor. The lower court had ruled this to be an exaggeration, but the Supreme Court disagreed, saying the statement was presented as "a public announcement of 'fact,' not a simple exaggeration or an abstract expression of opinion," according to Jo, so could have misled voters. Legal observers say Thursday's Supreme Court ruling may not derail Lee's campaign for president -- his third run to date -- in the short term, as the final rulings in his five ongoing criminal cases are unlikely before the June 3 vote. But the verdict could hurt his public image. 'The ruling won't stop him from running, but it will raise questions in the minds of voters,' said a former judge who is now an attorney who requested anonymity. 'Rebuilding public trust will be crucial for his campaign.'
