Latest news with #Knock-Off
Pink Villa
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Weekly Top Korean News: The Judge from Hell 2 confirmed, BTS' Jungkook-Jimin fly to Japan, Kim Soo Hyun's Knock-Off update, more
This week in Korean entertainment: The Judge from Hell Season 2 is officially confirmed, while BTS' Jungkook and Jimin were spotted heading to Japan sparking major speculation. Meanwhile, Disney breaks its silence on the delay of Kim Soo Hyun's Knock-Off amid controversy. Emotional Oranges clears up rumors about a collab with NewJeans' Danielle, while fresh reports challenge Kim Sae Ron's relationship timeline. Dive in to get all the latest updates and inside details from Korea's hottest stories! The Judge from Hell Season 2 officially confirmed The dark fantasy drama The Judge from Hell is officially returning for Season 2, as confirmed by the showrunner and Studio S' CCO on May 23. The announcement came during the New York Festivals Storytellers Gala 2025, where the drama also won a bronze award. The CCO's parting words hinted at more justice from Hell, teasing the plot's continuation. Season 1 ended on a cliffhanger, with Kang Bit Na (Park Shin Hye) possibly choosing between humanity and her role in Hell. The next season may explore her path as Bael's heir, enforcing justice between realms. Fans are still yearning for her romance with Han Da On (Kim Jae Young) that never fully bloomed. They are buzzing with excitement over the unexpected but highly welcomed return. BTS' Jungkook and Jimin spotted heading to Japan; what could they be up to? On May 24, BTS fans were thrown into a frenzy after reports surfaced of Jungkook being spotted at Gimpo Airport on his way to Japan. Dressed casually in a hoodie and cap, the idol was barely recognizable, but fans were quick to identify him. This comes just a day after Jimin was also reportedly seen at the same airport, also en route to Japan. The back-to-back sightings have sparked a wave of speculation among ARMY. With BTS' FESTA approaching and members nearing military discharge, fans wonder if a surprise project is in the works. Whether it's a secret schedule or a short trip, one thing's clear: anticipation is at an all-time high, and the dream of seeing BTS together again feels closer than ever. Disney breaks silence on Knock-Off delay amid Kim Soo Hyun scandal Kim Soo Hyun's upcoming series Knock-Off faces an uncertain future amid a growing controversy tied to his rumored dating scandal with late Kim Sae Ron. On May 2, promotional posters appeared on IMDb, sparking fresh speculation about the show's release. However, Choi Yeon Woo, Head of Local Content at Walt Disney Korea, confirmed that the series' release has been postponed after an internal review, with no further updates. Rumors of financial penalties against Kim Soo Hyun remain unconfirmed. Meanwhile, co-star Jo Bo Ah has distanced herself from the project and moved on to a new drama, Dear Hongrang. The ongoing legal disputes involving Kim Sae Ron's family add more uncertainty. Fans remain unsure if Knock-Off will ever be released as the situation continues to unfold. NewJeans' Danielle collab with Emotional Oranges? On May 21, American R&B duo Emotional Oranges addressed growing speculation about a possible collaboration with NewJeans' Danielle. The rumors began after the duo posted a photo of Danielle in a studio chair on May 19. They captioned it with 'Just give us some time, guys. It's coming,' along with orange and bunny emojis; symbols linked to Emotional Oranges and NewJeans. This led fans to believe a collaboration was in the works, despite NewJeans currently being restricted from solo activities due to an ongoing legal battle with ADOR. However, the duo later clarified on social media that there's no collaboration with Danielle, explaining, 'I was just helping produce a song for Livvie,' referring to Danielle's sister, Olivia Marsh. They apologized for the confusion and emphasized that misleading fans was never their intention. The original post has since been deleted. Kim Sae Ron's timeline of relationships disputed in new report Kim Sae Ron's past relationships have drawn renewed attention following a May 21 report by Money Today. The actress was reportedly dating a senior idol, referred to as Mr. A, from 2018. They broke up in 2019, reunited in 2022 during her DUI scandal, and parted ways again in early 2023. Insiders claim the pair remained in contact until late 2023, contradicting her family's claims that she dated Kim Soo Hyun from 2015 to 2021. Discrepancies in texts, photos, and timelines have raised doubts, especially as she was also linked to WOODZ in 2021–2022 and others in 2016 and 2019. Kim Soo Hyun's agency earlier denied the Garosero's revealed texts, calling them fabricated, and demanded forensic verification. Photos allegedly proving their relationship also appear to be from after 2019. With no solid evidence submitted, the true timeline of Kim Sae Ron's relationships remains unclear.
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Knock-Off delay: Disney addresses hold on Jo Bo Ah starrer as Kim Soo Hyun-Kim Sae Ron scandal intensifies
The fate of Kim Soo Hyun' s much-anticipated series Knock-Off remains uncertain amid ongoing controversy surrounding his rumored dating scandal with actress Kim Sae Ron. Speculation intensified on May 2, when a set of promotional posters for the show unexpectedly appeared on IMDb, sparking renewed debate about the project's release. However, to address all other growing speculation, Choi Yeon Woo, Head of Local Content at Walt Disney Company Korea, has spoken out. When asked about the status of Knock-Off, Choi reiterated Disney+'s official stance: 'The release has been postponed following an internal review. There have been no further updates since then.' When questioned about the financial penalties being imposed on Kim Soo Hyun due to the delay, Choi declined to comment, stating, 'It is difficult to provide an answer.' Previously, rumors circulated suggesting that Disney+ might impose a significant penalty on Kim Soo Hyun due to the series' indefinite postponement, and the controversy surrounding his personal life affected the series. While some industry insiders claimed a large fine was inevitable, others denied any such action. As of now, no official decision has been confirmed, and the situation remains unresolved. The scandal has had broader ramifications for the cast and production. Actress Jo Bo Ah, who stars opposite Kim Soo Hyun, has distanced herself from Knock-Off and committed to a different project - Dear Hongrang. If things were on track, Knock-Off would have been her first screen appearance after her marriage. Had Knock-Off proceeded as planned, it would have served as her comeback role. Further complicating matters is the ongoing legal conflict reportedly involving Kim Sae Ron's family, which has added another layer of uncertainty to the show's future. In short, the release of Knock-Off is mired in controversy and uncertainty, with no clear resolution in sight. As the scandal continues to unfold, viewers are left wondering whether the series will ever see the light of day.
Pink Villa
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Jo Bo Ah finally addresses shelved drama Knock-Off, admits fear of hurting Kim Soo Hyun: ‘Can't help but…'
Actress Jo Bo Ah has finally spoken out about the much-discussed Disney+ drama Knock-Off. The series has remained shelved indefinitely due to mounting controversies surrounding her co-star Kim Soo Hyun. The drama, once considered a flagship production for the streaming platform, has been absent from all recent promotional announcements. This sparked speculation about its cancellation. Now, Jo Bo Ah has addressed the topic for the first time publicly during a press interview for her new Netflix drama Dear Hongrang. Dear Hongrang is a period melodrama where she stars as a noblewoman with a tragic love story. As she promoted it, Jo Bo Ah was asked to comment on the status of Knock-Off, the big-budget thriller that had generated immense buzz since its initial announcement. While she acknowledged the public's curiosity, the actress chose a cautious yet heartfelt approach when discussing the stalled project. As quoted by Koreaboo, 'I know that a lot of you are curious to know, but I really can't help but approach [talking about Knock-Off] with a lot of caution. Just because what I say could unintentionally hurt someone, I'd rather hold back on commenting,' Jo Bo Ah said. She further added, 'I will say Knock-Off is a project where everyone involved poured a lot of energy and affection into it, and I believe that effort will be recognized someday and lead to a good outcome.' Her remarks, though subtle, were enough to confirm that the uncertainty surrounding Knock-Off has been just as difficult for the cast and crew as it has been for fans awaiting its release. Meanwhile, the series had drawn significant attention even before filming began due to its reportedly massive production cost. It was estimated at around 60 billion KRW (approximately 42 million USD). Touted as a high-stakes thriller with a star-studded cast, Knock-Off was originally expected to premiere in 2025. However, its fate became uncertain following actor Kim Soo Hyun 's involvement in a wave of controversies linked to the late actress Kim Sae Ron. Unconfirmed reports have estimated that Kim Soo Hyun's appearance fee for Knock-Off was around 9 billion KRW (roughly 6.3 million USD). If the drama remains unreleased, sources suggest his penalty could surpass 100 million KRW. However, neither the production team nor Disney+ has confirmed any figures or made an official statement on whether the project has been scrapped permanently.
Korea Herald
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Siblings, romance and mystery all rolled into one in Netflix original 'Dear Hongrang'
Series marks return of Cho Bo-ah, following indefinite delay of Disney+ megaproject 'Knock-off' on controversy involving co-star Kim Soo-hyun True Korean beauty is set to return, weaving mystery into a high-stakes romance involving secrets. Set against a moody, historical backdrop, Netflix Korea's latest original "Dear Hongrang" centers on Hongrang (Lee Jae-wook), who reappears after a mysterious 12-year disappearance with no memory of his past. His stepsister, Jae-yi (Cho Bo-ah), suspects he may not be who he claims to be. The project comes from a powerhouse team that includes Kim Hong-sun, the director behind Netflix's Korean adaptation of "Money Heist" and hit occult thriller "The Guest," alongside Kim Jin-ah, the writer of Apple TV+'s first Korean-language thriller, "Dr. Brain." At a press conference in Guro-gu, Seoul, Tuesday, the director shared his enthusiasm for the series, saying, 'This project is based on a novel. I read the book in one sitting. People often talk about fate, but the characters in the story have no intention of following their destined paths. The strength of the story is what led me to take on the role of director.' The director identified 'longing' as the driving force of the narrative. 'When longing becomes too intense, it can turn into love — or resentment, and even hatred. Our work contains a lot of these emotions, and we tried to incorporate historical drama action scenes in a way that doesn't disrupt the emotional flow.' Another key aspect of the series is its depiction of Korean heritage, with a particular focus on hanbok. The director emphasized the importance of staying true to Korea's cultural aesthetics, noting, 'I felt a sense of duty to showcase the beauty of Korea, so I tried to stay as historically accurate as possible.' He added, 'Rather than aiming for a fashion-forward look, I focused on staying true to the basics, paying close attention to textures and fabric materials.' The series also marks Cho's first return to the small screen since her nuptials last year. Although filmed prior to her wedding, the release was delayed due to an extended postproduction period. "Dear Hongrang" is all the more a meaningful career point for Cho, as it is her first project to be released following the indefinite postponement of her highly anticipated Disney+ series "Knock-Off," which was originally slated to be released in April. In "Knock-Off," Cho stars alongside Kim Soo-hyun as the lead, but the series — which reportedly cost 60 billion won ($42 million) to produce — has been delayed due to a scandal involving her co-star and the late actor Kim Sae-ron that has sent shock waves through the country and led Disney+ to postpone its release. When asked about the situation during the press event, Cho declined to comment on "Knock-Off." However, with a faint smile, she shared, 'The production period for 'Dear Hongrang' was quite long, so I'm feeling a mix of nerves, excitement and worry. I hope many people will look forward to it and show it plenty of love.'
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kim Soo Hyun's poster for K-drama ‘Knock Off' sparks criticism amidst ongoing controversy
Posters of actor Kim Soo Hyun which were shared online, sparked major debate online amongst netizens. The K-drama 'Knock Off' had been postponed as of late due to the actor's ongoing controversy over his alleged involvement with late actress Kim Sae Ron. 'Knock Off' promotional posters shared online On May 2, a set of promotional posters from the upcoming series were released online. The posters contained promotional content of the actor Kim Soo Hyun, which sparked a lot of debate online and caused netizens to criticise the distributors for their actions. 'Real or fake': Netizens and fans of the actor speculate online Since the streaming platform is extremely popular, the posters gained traction almost immediately. Many were seen criticising the OTT network of the K-drama for sharing the posters amid his scandal. However, others shared their opinions and wondered if the posters were official or fan-made. Future of the Korean drama still uncertain Due to the criticism and backlash Kim Soo Hyun has been facing for the past month or so, the drama was officially postponed to an unannounced date. There have been no official reports on whether the drama will get an official release or if it will be stalled till the ongoing court drama dies down. About the 'Knock Off' K-drama In March, it was announced that the series had officially been postponed. A representative from the online streaming platform where the show was meant to air shared that 'After much contemplation, it has been decided that the release of 'Knock Off' will be postponed.' On a later date in the same month they had also shared that ''Knock-Off' is not on the current release schedule for Disney+.' It was also then updated this month that the show has now also halted filming. The K-drama starring Kim Soo Hyun was in its final stages of production; however, as of right now, all production has been stopped. According to a report by Allkpop, the show's budget reached around 60 billion KRW. It is being said by industry insiders that the actor may be liable for penalties if the drama gets cancelled altogether.
