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Pink Villa
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Will BTS' V flash abs next after J-Hope? Kim Taehyung introduces never-before-known name Ellio, here's all about its origin
BTS' V is once again showing off his signature humor and fans are here for it. Although currently serving in the military, V made a surprise return to Weverse. He playfully responded to fan comments and sparked hilarious online buzz. And yes, there's even talk about abs! Abs reveal? One interaction that caught everyone's attention began when a fan jokingly wrote, 'I'm going to hold my breath till Taehyung shows his abs.' V didn't let it slide and replied with deadpan wit, 'You won't be able to breathe for the rest of your life then.' Naturally, ARMY erupted in laughter and some hope. This playful back-and-forth has now triggered speculation about whether the singer might actually show off his abs. While nothing is confirmed, fans are manifesting a reveal post-discharge. Recently, fellow member J-Hope showed his 6-pack abs in concept photos for Killin' It Girl on May 29. Now, fans are eagerly hoping that other members will join in on the trend too. Ellio and the sheep In another charming moment, a fan posted a blurry zoomed-in photo of V feeding sheep and asked: 'There are things I'm curious about. Is it okay to ask? what's the name Ellio in the photo? You're giving food to the sheep? Explanation please kekeke.' V responded with a wholesome surprise, revealing, 'It was my English name back when I attended English fairy tale school [English academy]. Yes, I even bought the grass.' The candid answer delighted fans and shed light on the never-heard-before fact that his name was Ellio. When is V getting discharged? V's unexpected Weverse appearance is being praised by ARMY, who are touched that he took the time to interact with fans despite being enlisted. His posts reflect his unique blend of sincerity and humor, something fans have deeply missed. V enlisted on December 11, 2023, and is scheduled to be discharged on June 10, 2025. As the date approaches, anticipation is high for his return; not only to music but to the playful, warm presence fans adore.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
‘We Will Take Legal Action': Kim Seon-ho's Agency Responds To Online Hate
Last Updated: When Life Gives You Tangerines star Kim Seon-ho's agency claimed they won't ignore false attacks and will take legal steps against anyone damaging the actor's reputation. Kim Seon-ho has been facing a wave of unfair and harmful comments on social media. However, the When Life Gives You Tangerines star is not staying silent. On May 30, his agency, Fantiago, issued a statement affirming that they are monitoring all negative posts and false accusations targeting him online. The agency warned that it will not tolerate these baseless attacks and is prepared to take legal action against anyone spreading lies or damaging the actor's reputation. They have also urged fans to assist by reporting any negative content they come across about Kim Seon-ho. Taking to Weverse, the agency wrote, 'Recently, excessive malicious slander and reckless defamation of actor KIM SEON-HO have continued to occur through social media and other online communities. This company recognises this as a very serious situation and will take legal action against any malicious acts that infringe the rights and interests of the actor." 'Accordingly, any posts defaming actor KIM SEON-HO and other related material have been continuously collected through monitoring. We warn that we will continue to sternly respond to any acts that damage the actor's reputation or violate his rights and interests. In addition, interest and eager reports from fans are of great help to us," Fantagio added. Kim Seon-ho was last seen in the drama When Life Gives You Tangerines, where his cameo appearance was warmly received by fans worldwide. He is now gearing up for his next project, a romantic comedy series on Netflix titled Can This Love Be Translated, marking his first collaboration with Resident Playbook star Go Youn-jung. Additionally, Kim Seon-ho is currently filming another drama, Delusion, where he will star alongside popular actress Suzy. Delusion is set in 1935 Gyeongseong and follows the story of Yoon I-ho, a painter commissioned to create a portrait of Song Jung-hwa, a mysterious woman who has remained hidden for over 50 years. Surrounded by eerie rumours, Song Jung-hwa's enigmatic presence begins to draw Yoon I-ho into her unsettling world. As he delves deeper into her life while working on the portrait, the boundaries between reality and illusion begin to blur. The series is adapted from a popular webtoon. First Published:
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kim Seon Ho becomes victim of online slander, agency vows strict legal action amid Can This Love Be Translation filming
Can This Love Be Translated? TV series actor Kim Seon Ho isn't staying quiet while getting hit with nasty online attacks. On May 30, his agency, Fantagio, put out a serious warning via Weverse, saying they've been tracking nonstop slander, personal attacks, and defamation against the actor across social media and online spaces. The hate has been relentless. Fantagio made it crystal clear: they're not letting this slide. The agency has been collecting all the trash talk and shady posts, gearing up to hit back with legal action against anyone who messes with Kim Seon Ho's rights. Fans have been a huge support system through this, showing love and helping report the haters. Fantagio thanked them for sticking by Kim Seon Ho and promised to keep fighting to protect their artist. Fantogo quotes, "Recently, excessive malicious slander and indiscriminate personal attacks and defamation against actor Kim Seon-ho have been continuously occurring through social media and online communities. We take the current situation very seriously and will respond firmly to malicious acts that infringe on the actor's personality rights through legal action." They didn't stop there as they added, "Additionally, the interest and active reporting from fans have been a great help." The agency urged fans to stay vigilant and report any negative or malicious comments they spot. They've set up a dedicated email for this, welcoming fans to send in any harmful posts they find. This teamwork helps protect Kim Seon Ho's reputation and keeps the online space cleaner for everyone. Kim Seon Ho's Career Projects Kim Seon Ho 's career is still on the rise. He recently appeared in Netflix's When Life Gives You Tangerines and is gearing up for the upcoming Netflix romance series Can This Love Be Translated?, set to release later this year. Plus, he's currently filming the Disney+ drama Bewitched. All this clearly shows that he's going to be super busy with his projects, making the ongoing malicious posts all the more unfortunate and ill-timed. Kim Seon Ho Joins Fantagio in 2025 For those who missed the update, actor Kim Seon Ho has officially joined a new agency, Fantagio. The big news dropped on March 1, 2024, when the agency announced, 'Kim Seon Ho has signed an exclusive contract with Fantagio.' Welcoming him into their roster, Fantagio expressed strong confidence in his talent and potential: 'Kim Seon Ho is an actor who is receiving lots of love in a variety of fields for his steady acting talent and his outstanding charms, and we will be unsparing in our full support [of Kim Seon Ho] so that he can display his abilities in diverse projects and fields.' The actor was associated with SALT Entertainment for 6 years.
GMA Network
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
J-Hope of BTS flaunts abs in new concept photos
Is it hot in here or is it just J-Hope? The BTS member and K-pop superstar surprised fans with his concept photos for his upcoming single, 'Killin' It Girl.' In some shots, J-Hope flaunted his toned abs. He also wore a leather jacket. J-Hope was also seen in a sheer sweater as he sat down on a sofa and for a portrait shot. Another photo showed the artist in an all-blue look as people passed by him. 'Killin' It Girl' with American rapper GloRilla comes out on June 13 at 2 p.m. Philippine time. It is right in time for BTS Festa, or the group's anniversary. According to a Weverse notice, 'Killin' It Girl' is a hip-hop song that 'vividly expresses the thrill of love at first sight.' '[It has] lyrics describing the experience of gazing at a confident and charming partner. Featuring GloRilla, the song showcases a bold charm with a tone like no other,' the notice read. J-Hope completed his mandatory military service in 2024. This year, the artist released the singles 'Sweet Dreams' and 'Mona Lisa.' J-Hope was in the country in April for a two-night concert for his Hope on the Stage world tour. — Nika Roque/LA, GMA Integrated News
CNBC
3 days ago
- Business
- CNBC
South Korea's Hybe opens China office amid hopes of a K-pop reversal from Beijing
South Korea's largest K-pop agency Hybe has established its first office in China — amid signs that Beijing is lifting its unofficial ban on K-pop shows. The agency behind global sensation BTS has been preparing to establish itself in China since last year, a Hybe official said recently. Hybe's China office — launched on April 2 and announced on Thursday — is its fourth overseas branch. But while the agency has launched local groups such as &Team in Japan and Katseye in the United States, it has no plans to debut rookie teams in China, according to South Korean state media KBS. There have been indications that Beijing might be softening its stance on K-pop in the face of weak domestic consumption and stalled trade talks with China. And in another sign of thawing relations, China announced its decision to waive visas for South Koreans last November. South Korea followed suit in March 2025 with its plans to offer a visa exemption to Chinese visitors in the third quarter. Even more recently and on the K-pop front, Hybe announced plans to sell its entire stake in SM Entertainment to China's Tencent Music. The move is a testament to a strengthening relationship between Tencent and major K-pop companies, Junhyun Kim, a Korea internet gaming and entertainment research analyst at HSBC, said in a recent note. If K-pop becomes more widely recognized in China, Kim said, he expects there will be increased use of fan platforms like Hybe's Weverse and Dear U Bubble, which are messaging platforms between fans and artists. But the path to a K-pop comeback in China won't necessarily be smooth. K-pop group Epex canceled a concert in Fuzhou that was scheduled for May 31, citing "issues in the local region." The performance would have been the first concert by an all-Korean idol group in mainland China since 2016. Hybe's shares fell 1.47% in Friday trading hours. With other industries under pressure from tariffs, a U-turn from China on its unofficial K-pop ban could inject fresh momentum into South Korea's entertainment industry. "In contrast with semiconductors or autos, where global trade policy directly impacts supply chains and pricing, K-pop consumption is far less sensitive to protectionist measures," Shinhan Securities said in a note in April. "Core revenue drivers—streaming, concerts, and fan content—are digital and intangible, making them immune to cross-border tariffs," CGS said, adding that even if fans buy albums and merchandise, tariff exposure is "negligible," given low unit prices and loyal fan demand.
