May Variety Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has published this month’s brand reputation rankings for variety stars!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 50 popular entertainers, using big data collected from April 2 to May 2.

Yu Jae Seok held onto his spot at the top of the list this month with a brand reputation index of 6,016,846, marking a 2.79 percent increase in his score since April. High-ranking phrases in his keyword analysis included “How Do You Play?”, “Happy Together,” and “Jae Seok’s B&B Rules!”, while his highest-ranking related terms included “donate,” “challenge,” and “talk.” Yu Jae Seok’s positivity-negativity analysis also revealed a score of 93.92 percent positive reactions.

HaHa rose to second place with a brand reputation index of 3,055,565, marking an 18.82 percent increase in his score since last month.

Jun Hyun Moo took third place with a brand reputation index of 2,833,392, marking a 9.43 percent rise in his score since April.

Heo Kyung Hwan came in at a close fourth after seeing a 47.90 percent increase in his brand reputation index, bringing his total score to 2,766,892 for May.

Finally, Shin Dong Yup rounded out the top five with a brand reputation index of 2,678,282, marking an 18.97 percent rise in his score since April.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

Yu Jae Seok
HaHa
Jun Hyun Moo
Heo Kyung Hwan
Shin Dong Yup
Kim Jong Kook
Joo Woo Jae
Ji Suk Jin
Kang Ho Dong
Ahn Jung Hwan
Kim Dong Hyun
Yang Sang Gook
Kim Sook
Kim Jong Min
Tak Jae Hoon
Jang Do Yeon
Lee Sang Min
Lee Soo Ji
Kim Joon Ho
Lee Kyung Kyu
Seo Jang Hoon
Kim Young Chul
Lee Soo Geun
Kim Gura
Super Junior’s Kim Heechul
Jung Joon Ha
Lee Young Ja
Park Myung Soo
Hong Hyun Hee
Hong Jin Kyung

Watch Yu Jae Seok and HaHa on “Running Man” below:

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Bae In Hyuk In Talks To Star In New Drama

Bae In Hyuk may be starring in a new drama!

On May 19, Sports Chosun reported that Bae In Hyuk was recently cast in the new drama “Protect Me” (literal title).

In response to the report, YY Entertainment stated, “Bae In Hyuk has received an offer to star in the new drama ‘Protect Me’ and is positively reviewing it.”

The news comes just two months after the conclusion of his latest tvN drama “Our Universe,” signaling the actor’s swift return with another potential project.

Details about the drama have not yet been revealed. Stay tuned for more updates!

In the meantime, watch Bae In Hyuk in “Our Universe” with English subtitles below:

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May Movie Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for film actors.

The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 50 popular movie stars, using big data collected from April 19 to May 19.

The stars of the hit film “The King’s Warden” once again claimed the top spots on this month’s list: Yoo Hae Jin took first place with a brand reputation index of 8,030,288 for May, while Park Ji Hoon came in second with a score of 7,295,506.

High-ranking phrases in Yoo Hae Jin’s keyword analysis included “The King’s Warden,” “Baeksang Arts Awards Grand Prize,” and “actor with a 10-million-moviegoer film,” while his highest-ranking related terms included “harmless,” “friendly,” and “donate.”

Mun Ka Young took third place with a brand reputation index of 4,756,803, marking a 57.93 percent increase in her score since last month.

Jung Woo shot to fourth place after seeing a whopping 321.18 percent rise in his brand reputation index since April, bringing his total score to 4,696,796.

Finally, Yoon Kyung Ho rounded out the top five with a brand reputation index of 4,275,625 for May.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

Yoo Hae Jin
Park Ji Hoon
Mun Ka Young
Jung Woo
Yoon Kyung Ho
Kim Sung Kyun
Koo Kyo Hwan
Hwang Jung Min
Park Jeong Min
Lee Sung Min
Park Bo Young
Lee Byung Hun
Hyun Bin
Gong Seung Yeon
Ha Jung Woo
Lee Jung Jae
Go Youn Jung
Lee Jong Suk
Kim Hye Soo
Gong Myoung
Ma Dong Seok
Jo Jung Suk
Cha Seung Won
Moon Chae Won
Esom
Song Ji Hyo
Lee Jun Hyuk
Kang Dong Won
Go Soo
Park Seo Joon

Watch Park Ji Hoon and Yoon Kyung Ho in their new drama “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” on Viki below:

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Or watch Mun Ka Young and Koo Kyo Hwan in their latest film “Once We Were Us” here:

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And check out Yoo Hae Jin’s film “Big Deal” below!

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“EXchange 4” Star Park Hyun Ji Signs With Agency

“EXchange 4” (“Transit Love 4”) contestant Park Hyun Ji has joined Penomeco’s agency!

On May 17, EGO Group announced that Park Hyun Ji had signed an exclusive contract with the company, which is currently home to artists like Penomeco, Rothy, Grizzly, and more.

EGO Group remarked, “We plan to give our full support to Park Hyun Ji so that she can further display her authenticity and natural charms through a wide variety of content.”

A former flight attendant, Park Hyun Ji recently entered the spotlight by appearing on the popular dating show “EXchange 4.”

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Winners Of The Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA) 2026 Day 2

The star-studded Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA) 2026 has celebrated another day of awards!

On May 17, the third annual Asia Star Entertainer Awards held the second night of its ceremony at the Belluna Dome in Japan.

ATEEZ took home the Daesang (Grand Prize) with Record of the Year, also winning The Platinum (a Bonsang) and The Best Conceptual Artist. TVXQ also snagged three prizes including Top Touring Artist, The Platinum, and The Grand Legendary Artist of Asia.

Check out the full list of winners from Day 2 below!

Record of the Year: ATEEZ

Top Touring Artist: TVXQ

The Platinum: ATEEZ, TVXQ, THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE, Hearts2Hearts

Fan Choice Couple: Lee Chae Min, Lim Yoona

Fan Choice Artist (Actor): Lee Junho

Fan Choice Artist (Singer): Lim Young Woong

Fan Choice 5th Generation: AHOF

The Best Conceptual Artist: ATEEZ

The Best Group (Male): Stray Kids

The Best Group (Female): Hearts2Hearts

The Best OST: Sung Han Bin – “You Are Spring” (“Spring Fever” OST)

The Best Character (Actress): Lee Sung Kyung

The Best Character (Actor): Lee Chae Min

The Grand Legendary Artist of Asia: TVXQ

The Best Stage (Japan): Ikuta Toma

The Best Solo (Female): Yuqi

The Best Stage: Kwon Eun Bi, Wonho

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Congratulations to all of the winners! Also check out the winners from Day 1 here!

Watch Lee Junho in “The Red Sleeve” below:

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Winners Of The Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA) 2026 Day 1

The Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA) 2026 kicked off tonight!

On May 16, the third annual Asia Star Entertainer Awards held the first night of its ceremony at the Belluna Dome in Japan.

ENHYPEN won a total of three awards, including two Daesangs (Grand Prizes). In addition to winning Artist of the Year and Album of the Year (for “DESIRE : UNLEASH”), the group also won The Platinum (a Bonsang).

Check out the full list of winners from Day 1 below!

Artist of the Year: ENHYPEN
Song of the Year: BLACKPINK (“JUMP”)
Album of the Year: ENHYPEN (“DESIRE : UNLEASH”)
Performance of the Year: &TEAM

The Platinum Award: ALPHA DRIVE ONE, ENHYPEN, IVE, &TEAM, CUTIE STREET, FRUITS ZIPPER

Top Touring Artist: MONSTA X

The Best Artist (Actor): 2PM’s Lee Junho, Kim Hye Yoon
The Best OTT Artist: Go Youn Jung
The Best Character (Actor): Lee Junho, Go Youn Jung

The Great Legacy Artist: Sato Atsuhiro

The Best New Artist: ALPHA DRIVE ONE
The Best Solo: Lim Young Woong, i-dle’s Yuqi
The Best Trot: Lim Young Woong

Producer Award: Kimura Misa

The Best Performance: KYOKA

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Hot Icon: DXTEEN, CUTIE STREET, FRUITS ZIPPER

Congratulations to all of the winners! Stay tuned for the list of winners from Day 2, which will take place on May 17.

Watch Lee Junho in his drama “The Red Sleeve” on Viki below:

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Lim Ji Yeon In Talks To Star In New Drama

Actress Lim Ji Yeon may be starring in the upcoming drama “Alike” (working title)!

On May 14, a media outlet reported that Lim Ji Yeon will play dual roles as the lead in the upcoming drama “Alike.”

In response to the report, a representative from her agency Artist Company commented, “Lim Ji Yeon has received an offer to appear in the drama ‘Alike’ and is currently reviewing it.”

“Alike” is a modern reinterpretation of “The Prince and the Pauper.” It follows a struggling job seeker who, after finally landing a job, is fired and even sent to prison in place of the company owner’s heir simply because they look alike. After her release, she teams up with other “underdogs” to overthrow the “king.”

Lim Ji Yeon is in talks to play Lee Eun Seok, an ordinary yet likable woman with a cheerful, cute, and humorous personality. She is a common citizen who loves her family, keeps her promises, and believes that what one desires must be earned through hard work and effort. However, the moment someone casually tramples on the value of her blood, sweat, and tears, a hot and ruthless side hidden within her awakens.

Lim Ji Yeon has established herself as a trustworthy actress through her outstanding performances in various projects, including “The Glory,” “Lies Hidden in My Garden,” “The Tale of Lady Ok,” and her currently airing drama “My Royal Nemesis.”

Stay tuned for more updates!

In the meantime, watch Lim Ji Yeon in “Lies Hidden in My Garden” on Viki:

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Nana In Talks To Star In New Drama

Actress Nana may star in a new drama!

On May 7, a media outlet reported that Nana has been cast as the female lead for the upcoming drama “Ma Theresa” (literal title).

In response to the report, a representative from Nana’s agency stated, “Nana is positively considering starring in the new drama ‘Ma Theresa.’”

“Ma Theresa” tells the story of characters who will stop at nothing to reclaim a university that once belonged to their mother but was taken away. The central narrative revolves around the fierce power struggles surrounding university society and private school foundations.

Nana has been offered the role of Ma Theresa, a criminal psychologist. Ma Theresa is known as a genius who possesses both a brilliant mind and striking beauty.

The actress recently appeared in the ENA drama “Climax,” which recently concluded. She is also set to appear in the Netflix series “Scandal,” which is scheduled for release later this year.

Stay tuned for more updates!

While you wait, watch Nana in her previous drama “Climax” with subtitles below:

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Lee Byung Hun Confirmed To Star In New Historical Action Film

Lee Byung Hun will star in the new film “Nambeol” (romanized title)!

On May 6, Hive Media Corp, the production company behind “Nambeol,” announced Lee Byung Hun’s casting.

“Nambeol” is a martial arts action film set in the early Joseon Dynasty. It follows nine warriors of varying abilities and social ranks as they travel to Tsushima Island to rescue captives kidnapped by Japanese pirates. The film is drawing significant attention as the directorial debut of Lee Mo Gae, who earned acclaim as a cinematographer for films such as “12.12: The Day,” “Exhuma,” “Hunt,” and “YADANG: The Snitch.”

Lee Byung Hun plays Im Eok, who leads the mission to rescue Joseon captives held on Tsushima Island, guided by his cool-headed judgment and unwavering conviction, honed through countless battles. Having previously starred in Hive Media Corp productions such as “Inside Men” and “The Man Standing Next,” this marks Lee Byung Hun’s third collaboration with the production company.

Lee Byung Hun has consistently demonstrated remarkable acting transformations through projects such as “No Other Choice,” “The Match,” “Concrete Utopia,” “The Man Standing Next,” “Inside Men,” and “Masquerade” as well as the “Squid Game” series.

Alongside the news of Lee Byung Hun’s casting, the production team also released a poster for the film. The poster features leader Im Eok and his warriors standing at the edge of a cliff with their backs turned. Lee Byung Hun Confirmed To Star In New Historical Action Film插图

Stay tuned for more updates!

In the meantime, watch Lee Byung Hun in “Concrete Utopia” below:

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Rising Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has published this month’s brand reputation rankings for rising stars!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of various rising stars’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from March 30 to April 30.

Byeon Woo Seok shot to the top of this month’s list after seeing a whopping 197.57 percent increase in his brand reputation index since March, bringing his total score to 4,253,555.

Park Ji Hoon took second place for the month with a brand reputation index of 3,751,995, while Kim Yong Bin ranked third with a score of 3,424,573.

Heo Kyung Hwan came in at a close fourth with a brand reputation index of 3,424,573, marking a 47.05 percent increase in his score since last month.

Finally, KiiiKiii rounded out the top five with a brand reputation index of 3,292,702, marking a 22.34 percent rise since March.

Byeon Woo Seok
Park Ji Hoon
Kim Yong Bin
Heo Kyung Hwan
KiiiKiii
Kim Hye Yoon
Yang Sang Gook
Stray Kids
Park Ji Hyeon
Go Youn Jung
Lee Mujin
WOODZ (Cho Seung Youn)
Joo Woo Jae
ENHYPEN
Park Jeong Min
DAY6
Choo Young Woo
KATSEYE
Maktub
Shin Sia
Jang Ki Yong
Choi Woo Shik
Park Seo Joon
HANRORO
Kim Young Dae
BIBI
Ahn Sung Hoon
Park Seo Jin
Lee Je Hoon
Lee Jun Hyuk

Watch Byeon Woo Seok in his drama “Lovely Runner” on Viki below:

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