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BTS\' V draws attention in school uniform ad; Astro\'s Cha Eun-woo pays tax bill in full
In mid-April, entertainment news drew attention as BTS member V appeared in a youth-film-style coffee advertisement. Astro member and actor Cha Eun-woo, who faced tax evasion allegations, said he paid all taxes and bowed again, while his agency Fantagio apologised. A limited-edition KATSEYE-GAP hoodie collection and goods for MBC drama “21st Century Daegunbuin” were unveiled. Debate also grew over the acting of IU and Byeon Woo-seok, as boy groups prepared new releases.
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BTS Gwanghwamun comeback live watched by 18.4 million worldwide
BTS’ comeback performance in Gwanghwamun drew attention, with Netflix saying 18.4 million people watched the live broadcast in a single day. Agencies for actors Ha Jung-woo and Cha Jung-won said they had no official comment after reports the couple travelled to Hawaii. NCT member Doyoung appeared in military uniform at a dinner hosted by Prime Minister Kim Min-seok. NCT’s Jeno also drew attention over a photo showing an e-cigarette.
Telecommunications & Media
K-culture hot issue: No quiet day in 2025 entertainment, from Park Na-rae to NewJeans
South Korea’s entertainment industry saw controversies continue through 2025’s final days. JYP Entertainment said it is pursuing strong legal action over false claims and malicious posts targeting Stray Kids. An SBS drama teaser drew mixed reactions over CG quality. The year also saw disputes and allegations involving Kim Soo-hyun, Jo Jin-woong and Park Na-rae, and an escalating contract conflict between NewJeans and label Ador. K-pop and OTT rankings also featured prominently.