Lee Hanee's Pregnancy Announcement Amidst Tax Probe; Jeon Ji-hyun, Ji Chang-wook Star in Yeon Sang-ho's New Film
Key Takeaways
- Lee Hanee announces her second pregnancy amidst a 600 million won tax investigation.
- Filming begins for Yeon Sang-ho's 'Gunche' starring Jeon Ji-hyun, Ji Chang-wook, and Gu Kyo-hwan.
- NewJeans members attend court hearing regarding Adore's injunction citing contract violation.
- 'The Match,' starring Lee Byung-hun, gets theatrical release on March 28 after Yoo Ah-in delay.
- Yuika holds first Korean concert; 'Sukidakara' hits 100 million views on YouTube.
Celeb News
Lee Hanee announces second pregnancy after tax investigation
On 2025-03-07, Lee Hanee's agency, TeamHOPE, announced that the actress is pregnant with her second child, three years after giving birth to her first in 2022. This news follows a recent tax investigation by the Seoul Regional Tax Office, which resulted in a 600 million won tax assessment for Lee Ha-nui and her company, Hope Project.
Lee Hanee's agency clarifies tax payment issue
Regarding actress Lee Hanee's additional tax payment of approximately 6 billion won following a tax investigation, her agency TeamHOPE stated that it was due to differences in legal interpretation and there was no tax evasion.
CJ ENM completes 30th-anniversary 'House of the Visionary' exhibition
CJ ENM completed its 30th-anniversary special exhibition 'House of the Visionary'. A talk show on the music business was also held, and plans for the production of Mnet's 'Boys 2 Planet' and the broadcast of 'World of Street Woman Fighter' were announced.
Singer Lee Seung-yoon to marry girlfriend this month
On 2025-03-07, it was reported that singer Lee Seung-yoon will marry his girlfriend of 9 years this month.
Film Releases
Filming begins for Yeon Sang-ho's 'Gunche' with Jeon Ji-hyun
On 2025-03-07, filming began for the movie '군체' (working title), directed by Yeon Sang-ho, marking Jeon Ji-hyun's return to the screen after 10 years, along with Ji Chang-wook, Gu Kyo-hwan, Shin Hyun-bin, and Kim Shin-rok.
'The Match' gets theatrical release after Yoo Ah-in delay
The movie "Victory," starring Lee Byung-hun as legendary Baduk player Cho Hun-hyun, held a press conference at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul on 2025-03-07. Originally intended for Netflix, its release was delayed due to Yoo Ah-in's drug scandal, and it is now scheduled for theatrical release on March 28th, 2025.
VR documentary 'Fly to You' invited to SXSW
Song Young-yoon's VR documentary 'Fly to You,' which tells the story of Kang Song-jeol, who was separated from her family during the Korean War, has been invited to the SXSW competition section.
Movie 'The Match' production briefing held with cast
On 2025-03-07, the production briefing for the movie 'The Match' was held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. Director Kim Hyung-joo, Lee Byung-hun, Go Chang-seok, Hyun Bong-sik, Moon Jung-hee, and Kim Kang-hoon attended the event.
'Mickey 17' released in China, attendance around 70,000
On 2025-03-07, the film 'Mickey 17' was released in China, with daily attendance around 70,000. This raises speculation about the easing of the Korean ban.
Breaking Stories
NewJeans members attend court hearing regarding Adore injunction
The NewJeans members attended a court hearing regarding the injunction filed by their agency, Adore. Adore cited contract violation, while NewJeans countered with claims of discrimination and exclusion.
Lee Cheol-gyu's daughter-in-law booked in marijuana case
Reported on 2025-03-07, Lee Cheol-gyu's daughter-in-law has been booked as a suspect in a marijuana case; she was in the car at the time of the offense.
Concerts & Events
Yuika holds first Korean concert, 'Sukidakara' hits 100M
Japanese singer-songwriter Yuika held her first concert in Korea on 2025-03-07 at the Yes24 Wonder Rock Hall in Sinchon, Seoul. Her representative song 'Sukidakara' has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube.
Rob van Bavel Trio concert in Seoul on March 27
Jazz pianist Rob van Bavel Trio will hold a concert in Seoul at the JCC Art Center on 2025-03-27 at 5 PM. They will play songs from 'We Got Rhythm - The Music of George Gershwin' and Rob van Bavel's album 'Sweet Sixty'.
KBS National Singing Contest in Changnyeong County
The recording of the KBS National Singing Contest Changnyeong County episode will take place on 2025-04-05 at the Namji Yuchaedanji. Applications are open from March 13 to 26, with 300 teams accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
K-Pop Buzz
J-Hope's new digital single 'Sweet Dreams' released
Jennie's first solo album 'Ruby' released
Le Sserafim's 'The Hot House' pop-up store announced
Le Sserafim will open a pop-up store 'The Hot House' from March 14 to 23 in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, and from March 17 to 30 in Shibuya, Tokyo, to commemorate the release of their new mini-album 'HOT'. The pop-up will feature members' personal items, related props, experiential activities, and new album merchandise.
Super Junior's 20th-anniversary reality show premieres March 21
Super Junior's new reality show 'Super TV,' commemorating their 20th debut anniversary, will premiere on 2025-03-21. It will showcase various content and be released on domestic and international OTT platforms.
Music Scene
Lee Seung-chul's 39th-anniversary live album releasing March 8
Lee Seung-chul will release his new live album 'The Best Live 31' on March 8, commemorating his 39th debut anniversary. The album features 31 songs selected from previous live albums and world tour concert live albums, with improved sound quality through the latest remastering technology.