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Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Song Joong Ki makes rare appearance at royal golf club; says ‘British wife and father-in-law were proud'
K-drama star Song Joong Ki made a rare appearance on July 16 at the Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland. The actor, who hasn't been seen in months, returned to the spotlight as an ambassador for The Open Championship, one of golf's most prestigious tournaments. He currently represents The R&A, the organisation behind The Open. Back in February, Song was roped in as their first Asian ambassador, joining a star-studded lineup that includes Stephen Curry, Niall Horan, and Kathryn Newton. Just hours later, the actor also dropped the first few glimpses of his upcoming K-drama with Chun Woo Hee, My Youth. Also read: Yoo Jae Suk admits he and Song Joong Ki drifted apart after the Vincenzo star's marriage: 'It's awkward now' According to pictures acquired by Yonhap, Song was seen headlining the eve of the 153rd edition of golf's oldest major. Late Wednesday, the Vincenzo star quietly watched Korean professionals Choi Kyung Ju, Kim Si Woo, Im Sung Jae, and Kevin Yu during a practice session. At one point, Yu's wife recognised him and couldn't help but ask for a photo. 'He's incredibly famous. Today is a very lucky day for me,' she gushed. Despite his global stardom, Song kept it low-key during the session and cheered like an adamant golf lover, though he admits he knows little about the sport. When Choi's caddie got busy reading the green, Song stepped in and raked the bunker himself. He even fixed divots on the course. According to the agency, Song also shares a personal connection with golfer Im Sung Jae, who is part of a foundation that helps underprivileged players, a cause Song actively supports. 'I admire how pure and humble he remains even after becoming a star,' the K-drama star said. 'I plan to stay involved and make donations,' he added. I love this video! It's like #SongJoongKi is eager to get to work! 😂👌 If he could, he'd break out that sand smoothing tool and do it all better himself from scratch 😄🥰 He's truly amazing! ☺️ ctto video: my edit — KiAile Tusia (@KiAileTusia) July 17, 2025 The Bogota actor was also invited to participate in the Par 3 Contest at the Masters Tournament, but he reportedly turned it down, saying it didn't feel right to take part in another big golf event before honouring his commitment to The R&A. Song admitted he didn't even know much about The R&A when he first received the offer. 'A friend told me to say yes immediately,' he said. His British wife and father-in-law were thrilled. It was clearly a proud family moment. Earlier this year, the actor announced the news to his fans. In a heartfelt social media update, he wrote, 'Happy to be joining The R&A as a global ambassador. Please look forward to what's coming.' He's already appeared at golf forums, like the HSBC Women's World Championship Business Forum in Singapore, repping R&A. Also read: Park Bo Gum turns 32: From Song Joong Ki to cult controversy, rare times the Good Boy got dragged into controversies On July 17, Song Joong Ki posted a picture on Instagram, believed to be from the shoot of his upcoming drama My Youth. The JTBC show is currently the most hyped K-drama of the second half of the year and drops on September 5. In it, Song plays Sun Woo Hae, a man reconnecting with a childhood friend after 15 years. The most beautiful pairing of 2025 is here 💙#SongJoongKi's IG update with actress #ChunWooHee for #MyYouth ✨💫 — Song JoongKi 송중기 fan only (@KiAileNYC) July 17, 2025 On the personal front, Song married British actress Katy Louise Saunders in 2023. They now have a son and a daughter and split their time between South Korea and Italy.
News18
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
The Devil Judge To Vincenzo: 7 K-Dramas That Deserve A Second Season
Last Updated: Vincenzo centres around a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer on a mission to take down a corrupt empire. There is nothing more heartbreaking than witnessing our favourite shows coming to an end. These dramas provided us with intriguing plotlines and relatable characters and took us on an emotional rollercoaster ride, just to leave us hanging with unresolved endings. Whether to get an appropriate closure or reunite with our favourite characters, there are a few K-dramas that need a second season. Here are 7 K-dramas that fans still wish had a second season: Twinkling Watermelon The drama follows the story of Eun Gyeol, a child of deaf adults (CODA) with a deep passion for music. After being mysteriously transported back to 1995, he meets the teenage version of his father and forms a band called Watermelon Sugar. The series concludes with Gyeol returning to the present, where his father has become a successful entertainer. A second season could have delved deeper into Yi Chan's college life, his personal struggles and the journey that eventually led him back to music, an arc that remained largely unexplored in the first season. Tomorrow This widely acclaimed drama left the fans on a cliffhanger ending as the finale explores Jun Woong losing his memories of the afterlife team but running into them in the climax, which hints at a reunion after 50 years. Fans are still hoping for a second season of this intense drama that could possibly explore Goo Ryeon and Park Joong Gil's past love and the afterlife team's upcoming missions. Vincenzo The drama centres around Vincenzo, a Korean-Italian mafia lawyer on a mission to take down Babel Group's corrupt empire. The series ends with Vincenzo escaping to Malta after dismantling the group; however, his feelings for Chayoung remain unresolved. Fans are eagerly waiting for a season 2, which could bring him back to South Korea and reunite him with the love of his life. Twenty Five Twenty One The drama left the audience with more questions than answers, as the ending kept fans wondering what happened between Baek Yi Jin and Na Hee Do. If they parted ways after everything that took place, who is Hee Do's mysterious fiancé? These questions remain unanswered, as fans haven't yet gotten a second season, which could fill in the missing pieces and give the couple a proper closure. The Devil Judge The drama explores a dystopian Korea where trials are broadcast live, and Judge Kang Yo Han is on a mission to deliver justice. The series ends with Yo Han faking his death and escaping while Ga-on continues to fight against the system. Season 2 could easily mark the return of Yo Han and explore how the two team up again to take down the elite. Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart This historical fantasy drama follows Go Ha Jin, a modern woman who wakes up in the body of Goryeo Dynasty noblewoman Haesoo. The drama leaves the fans heartbroken when Haesoo wakes up in the present with memories of her past life. Fans are still waiting for a season 2 where Wang So is reborn in the present, where the two characters could reunite. Hotel Del Luna This unforgettable drama tells the story of a cursed hotel owner and the man who helped her heal. This emotion-induced fantasy drama leaves fans hanging as it teases a new chapter with a mysterious owner of Hotel Blue Moon. A second season could explore more about this mysterious owner, like who he is and what sins he needs to pay for, among others. First Published: July 09, 2025, 13:26 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Tatler Asia
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
From ‘Vincenzo' to ‘Our Movie': every K-drama and movie to watch if you're a Jeon Yeo-been fan
'Dark Nuns' (2025) In this spin-off of the popular Korean supernatural horror movie The Priests , Song Hye-kyo and Jeon Yeo-been are two nuns fighting to save the soul of Choi Hee-joon (Moon Woo-jin), a young man possessed by a powerful and malevolent spirit. In the film, Jeon Yeo-been's Sister Mikaela starts out a sceptic and, like Father Paul (Lee Jin-uk), believes there's a psychological explanation to Hee-joon's condition. But Sister Yunia's (Song Hye-kyo) unwavering faith, coupled with Sister Mikaela's own childhood experiences of the supernatural, gradually convinces her of the demonic presence and compels her to join the desperate fight to save Hee-joon. Don't miss: 6 iconic Song Hye-Kyo K-dramas you need to watch 'A Time Called You' (2023) In this time-slip, body-swap South Korean remake of the beloved Taiwanese drama Some Day or One Day , Jeon Yeo-been showcases her versatility by playing two distinct roles: the painfully shy and withdrawn Kwon Min-ju, and the confident, outgoing Han Jun-hee. Audiences were blown away by how she brought each character to life through subtle shifts in physicality, voice, demeanour and facial expressions, and how effortlessly she switched between the two. Her genuine chemistry with co-star Ahn Hyo-seop brought the relationship of their characters—the heart of the story—into sharp focus and grounded the more fantastical elements of the drama in something audiences could relate to. 'Night in Paradise' (2021) Further showcasing her versatility, Jeon Yeo-been followed up her turn as the cheeky lawyer Hong Cha-young from Vincenzo with her role as the world-weary and terminally ill Jae-yeon in the neo-noir crime film Night in Paradise . In the movie, Jae-yeon, resigned to her fate, is melancholic and apathetic. But when she meets Park Tae-gu (Uhm Tae-goo), a gang member on the run from people looking to kill him, she recognises a kindred spirit. The two bond and, in each other, find a brief reprieve from their despair. When Tae-gu's life of crime finally catches up with him, and he is brutally murdered, Jae-yeon takes it upon herself to exact a chilling revenge, finding her ultimate purpose in this final act of retribution. 'Vincenzo' (2021) By the time Vincenzo came out, Jeon Yeo-been had already starred in several K-dramas and movies, but it was her role as the quirky lawyer Hong Cha-young opposite Song Joong-ki's Vincenzo that made her a household name. A certified global hit, it introduced her to a wider audience. The role required her to pivot between physical comedy, romance and crime thriller—a challenge she embraced with enthusiasm and confidence. Throwing herself completely into the role, she impressed fans with her commitment. Meanwhile, her natural onscreen chemistry with Song Joong-ki fuelled a slow-burn romance that had viewers completely hooked. 'Be Melodramatic' (2019) In this slice-of-life K-drama about three friends navigating friendships, careers and romantic entanglements in their 30s, Jeon Yeo-been plays Lee Eun-jung, a successful documentary director trying to come to terms with the sudden death of her boyfriend. Barely coping with the loss, she continues to interact with him as if he were still alive. It's only with time and the unconditional support of her friends that Eun-jung slowly begins to navigate her grief and find a way to live with her loss. Jeon delivers a quietly powerful performance that captures the emotional weight of someone whose grief is buried so deep beneath the surface, it's hardly perceptible. Her portrayal of Eun-jung's emotional breakthrough is handled with grace and nuance, making it both cathartic and heartbreaking.
Business Upturn
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
Is Vincenzo season 2 releasing in July 2025? Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on June 30, 2025, 01:20 IST Last updated June 30, 2025, 01:41 IST It's been over four years since Vincenzo wrapped up its explosive first season in May 2021, and let's be honest — fans still aren't over it. The iconic South Korean drama, starring Song Joong-ki as the stylish, mafia-raised lawyer Vincenzo Cassano, left a lasting impact with its unique mix of dark humour, brutal action, and just the right dose of slow-burn romance. Since then, rumours of a second season have only gotten louder, especially with whispers suggesting a July 2025 return. So is it happening? Here's everything we know so far. Is There a Confirmed Release Date for Vincenzo Season 2? As of June 30, 2025, here's the truth: there's no official confirmation of a Vincenzo Season 2, not from Netflix, and not from South Korea's tvN network, which originally aired the show. That rumoured July 2025 release date? Looks like it's just fan speculation for now. What Might Season 2 Have in Store? No green light yet, but that doesn't stop the fandom from dreaming big. The Season 1 finale left Vincenzo as a vigilante boss, ready for new battles. Here's what's swirling in fan chats and X threads for a potential Season 2: Bigger, Badder Foes : After crushing Babel Group, Vincenzo could face a global crime syndicate or an old rival from his Italian mafia days. Think more mind-bending schemes and epic fights. Cha-young and Vincenzo's Sparks : Their flirty banter was pure fire. A new season could crank up the romance, maybe with some drama to shake things up. Geumga Plaza Chaos : The quirky tenants—piano guy, pawnshop boss, and the rest—brought the laughs. Picture them diving into fresh antics or backing Vincenzo's next mission. Secrets from Italy: Hints of Vincenzo's mafia past left fans curious. Could old enemies or allies show up to stir the pot? These are just spicy guesses, but the open-ended finale offers endless possibilities. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Indian Express
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Song Joong Ki, did you hear that?' Yoo Jae Suk admits they drifted apart after his marriage: ‘it's awkward now'
Yoo Jae Suk believes his friendship with Song Joong Ki has changed ever since the latter got remarried, and it has since been awkward reaching out to him. In the latest episode of his YouTube talk show Pinggyego, Yoo hosted singer Lee Hyori as a guest. Together, they discussed a lot of things, including Lee's dream collaborations and new shows, but when the singer mentioned the Vincenzo star, the conversation took a personal turn. Meanwhile, Song has been less active in the industry lately, with fewer TV shows and projects. His upcoming K-drama My Youth is scheduled for a 2025 release. Also read: Squid Game director reveals real-world figures who inspired VIPs: 'They no longer hide behind a curtain' In the show, Lee Hyori shared that she got close to Song Joong Ki during their time working together on Running Man and said that he even appeared on her husband Lee Sang Soon's radio show recently, adding, 'He's very kind and friendly.' Yoo then joked, 'Why hasn't he come on Pinggyego yet?' and turned to the camera to tease Song Joong Ki: 'Joong Ki, did you hear that? Hyori-noona is calling you out.' But then the host revealed that their friendship has become distant lately. 'We used to contact each other from time to time, but after his marriage and everything, it feels a bit awkward to contact him now,' he said. To which Hyori responded, calming the tone, 'I also couldn't do programs with Yoo Jae-suk after getting married, and I haven't been able to contact him often either.' But Yoo then explained that with Joong Ki now married and raising two kids, he feels hesitant to bother him. 'His life has changed completely,' he added. The host said he didn't want to interrupt his busy schedule either. Also read: Squid Game Season 3 ending explained: The truth about Gi Hun's fate, the mystery woman, and all survivors Later in the episode, Lee Hyori opened up about wanting to get in touch with artists she respects a lot. She said she's been messaging people on Instagram because she doesn't have their phone numbers, and one of those people is BIGBANG member G-Dragon. 'I messaged G-Dragon and suggested we meet, but it hasn't happened yet. He replied and said he was interested in doing something together for this album,' Hyori said, hinting at a possible collaboration. Hyori added that she feels they have something in common and said, 'He talked about how, even after achieving fame and money, he still feels empty sometimes. I could relate to that. I have a great husband, but that emptiness doesn't have a clear reason.' Yoo Jae Suk responded proudly, 'You did all that without even knowing him personally? That's impressive.' As for Song Joong Ki, he confirmed his relationship with Katy Louise Saunders in late 2022. The announcement itself was no less than a shock to fans and the industry, as the actor revealed they had already registered their marriage and were expecting their first child. Upon returning to South Korea, he was instantly met with backlash and which emerged from rumours and public scrutiny surrounding the time he was married to his Descendants of the Sun co-star Song Hye Kyo. There were also baseless claims about his wife Katy being a single mother before their marriage. Song Joong Ki publicly expressed his anger and frustration over these 'unbelievable' and 'ridiculous' rumours. Their first child was born in June 2023, and the second in November 2024. The family currently lives in Italy. Katy herself is an actor with British and Colombian roots and grew up in Italy.
