LUCY decides to cancel the production of their bone-shaped lightstick ... Members also apologize

SOURCE: 루시, 뼈다귀 모양 응원봉 제작 취소 결정…멤버들도 사과 [엑's 이슈]

Band LUCY has canceled the production of their lightstick following negative reactions from fans.

On the 22nd, LUCY's agency, Mystic Story, announced through official channels regarding the lighstick production, "We have seriously and humbly taken many opinions sent through various channels, and after internal review, we have decided to cancel the project."

They continued, "We sincerely apologize for causing confusion to those who have supported us through this process," and added, "We will work harder so that the expectation and love you send us are not in vain."

Previously, Mystic Story had announced the production of LUCY's lightstick and revealed the design. It drew attention for its unique 'bone' shape among idol group lightstick designs, which was presumed to be linked to the fandom name, 'WALWAL.'

However, as the design continued to receive negative reactions, the production was ultimately canceled.

Following the announcement, the members also apologized through a fan communication platform, saying, "I'm sorry for hurting your feelings because of my imaginations and decisions," and "I didn't realize you disliked it this much. I should've paid more attention and looked into it more carefully... I feel I was lacking. I'm sorry."

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Rising star Moon Sangmin to star as the lead of 'Don't Climb the Wall' ... A teen romance with Shin Si-ah

SOURCE: [단독]'대세' 문상민, '담을 넘지 마시오' 주연…신시아와 하이틴 로맨스

Actor Moon Sangmin continues to rise as he stars in a new high-teen romance drama.

According to SPOTV News coverage on the 23rd, Moon Sangmin will take on the lead role in the new drama 'Don't Climb the Wall.' He is set to star alongside Shin Si-ah.

'Don't Climb the Wall' is a new work by writer Lee Naeun, who previously wrote dramas 'Our Beloved Summer' and 'Melo Movie.' As a high-teen romance, it is expected to capture the fresh and youthful emotions of young love.

Moon Sangmin debuted in 2019 and gained recognition through dramas such as 'Under the Queen's Umbrella,' 'My Name,' and 'Wedding Impossible.' In the first half of this year, he has been active in both the KBS drama 'To My Beloved Thief' and the Netflix film 'Pavane.' With his tall physique over 190cm tall that makes women's hearts flutter, he became the representative 'door-sized male lead,' and gained attention as a rising star.

He is also set to appear in the Netflix series 'Beauty in the Beast,' and with 'Don't Climb the Wall' as his another upcoming project, he is expected to continue his strong momentum. As this drama brings together the most talked-about stars in their 20s, attention is focused on what kind of drama it will become.

Meanwhile, 'Don't Climb the Wall' is currently in pre-production, including casting.

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Kim Jaewon to work with Park Eunbin after working with Kim Goeun? ... Currently reviewing offer to star in 'The Wicked Queen'

SOURCE: 김재원, 김고은 다음은 박은빈?... “‘궁에는 개꽃이 산다’ 출연 검토” [공식]

Rising star Kim Jaewon has been offered a role in the new drama 'The Wicked Queen.'

On the 23rd, a representative from Kim Jaewon's agency, Mystic Story, told Ilgan Sports, "Kim Jaewon is currently reviewing the offer to star in 'The Wicked Queen.'"

The drama 'The Wicked Queen' is based on a popular web novel of the same title. Set in the imperial palace of the fictional nation named Eun, it follows the romance story between the cold-hearted Emperor Eon and Hyunbi Gaeri, who is nicknamed 'Dog Flower' due to her vicious personality despite her stunning beauty.

It has been reported that actress Park Eunbin has also received an offer to star in the drama and is currently reviewing it.

Meanwhile, Kim Jaewon is currently drawing attention for his role as Shin Soonrok PD in the TVING 'Yumi's Cells 3,' gaining popularity for his signature puppy-like visuals and stable acting skills.

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2PM members to sing congratulatory song on Ok Taecyeon's wedding tomorrow (24th) ... The result of a 10-year relationship

SOURCE: 옥택연 측 “내일(24일) 결혼식 축가=2PM 멤버들” 10년 열애 결실

2PM will perform a congratulatory song to celebrate Ok Taecyeon's wedding.

On the 23rd, Ok Taecyeon's agency, 51K, told Newsen, "2PM will be in charge of the congratulatory performance at Ok Taecyeon's wedding."

Ok Taecyeon will hold a private wedding ceremony at an undisclosed location in Seoul on the 24th. His bride-to-be is a non-celebrity whom he has been dating for 10 years. Jun.K, Jang Wooyoung, Lee Junho, Nichkhun, and Hwang Chansung, who debuted together with him as 2PM in 2008 and have maintained a close friendship for 16 years, are expected to celebrate Taecyeon's new beginning.

Last November, Ok Taecyeon announced his marriage through a handwritten letter, saying, "I have promised to spend the rest of my life with someone who has understood and believed in me for a long time. We intend to walk through our life together while becoming a reliable presence for one another," and added, "I will continue to do my best as a member of 2PM, an actor, and your Taecyeon to repay the love and trust you've given me."

Recently, Ok Taecyeon sent out invitations to his family and acquaintances. Using the title of a 2PM song, the couple wrote, "Two people who are a '10 out of 10' to each other are finally getting married."

Born in 1988, Ok Taecyeon has expanded beyond his activities with 2PM, continuing to grow as an actor through various works such as 'Cinderella's Stepsister,' 'Dream High,' 'Wonderful Days,' 'Bring It On, Ghost,' 'Save Me,' 'Vincenzo,' and 'The First Night with the Duke.'

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Ki Taeyoung: "I intentionally made mistakes during a kiss scene with Eugene because I didn't want it to end"

SOURCE: 기태영 “♥유진과 썸 중에 키스신, 아쉬워서 일부러 NG 내”(라스)

Actor Ki Taeyoung shared stories from the past when he was in flirting stage with former S.E.S member and actress Eugene.

On the episode of MBC's 'Radio Star' that aired on the 22nd, Ryujin, Ki Taeyoung, Lucky, and Song Habin appeared as guests.

On that day, Ki Taeyoung revealed that he met his lifelong partner through the drama 'Creating Destiny,' and that his co-star at the time was his now wife, Eugene.

He recalled, "When I asked who my co-star was, they said it was Eugene. I knew she was a singer, but I had never really listened to her songs. Even now, I don't know much about idol songs. I just focused on the script, but we had to film the final scene first on location. I barely knew her, yet we had to go all the way to Australia to film our first kiss scene." He added, "For us actors, it's usually just a physical action without real emotions involved."

After hesitating for a moment because he had never told this to Eugene before, he confessed, "By the end of the drama, I had actually started to develop feelings for her, and that's when we happened to film a kiss scene. That time, the director kept cutting it short. It was the first time I felt that way. Even the director didn't know about it since we weren't officially dating yet. I felt like it was a shame. Even though I've done many kiss scenes, it was the first time I felt that way."

When asked if he had ever thought about making mistakes on purpose, he admitted, "I did think about that a little. I think I might have actually done it." He added, "We were in flirting stage. I still remember a scene where we sat on a park bench and she leaned on me. It was the first time I genuinely felt butterflies in my stomach while acting."

Meanwhile, Ki Taeyoung and Eugene developed into a couple after working together in the 2009 MBC drama 'Creating Destiny.' After dating for a year and six months, they got married in July 2011. They have two daughters, Rohee, born in 2015, and Rorin, born in 2018.

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Byun Wooseok apologizes to IU after 10 years ... "I failed to control my strength, she fell hard"

SOURCE: 변우석, 10년 만에 아이유에게 사과했다…"힘조절 실패, 크게 넘어졌다"('유인라디오')

Actor Byun Wooseok brought up an incident from 10 years ago and apologized to IU.

On the 22nd, a video titled 'What if your ex-boyfriend who cheated on you 10 years ago returns as a Grand Prince and starts flirting with you?' was released on Yoo Inna's Youtube channel 'Yoo In Radio.'

On this day, Byun Wooseok recalled the filming of the 2016 SBS drama 'Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo' and confessed his guilt toward IU.

Byun Wooseok began by saying, "I felt so grateful to IU, but also very sorry."

He continued, "There was a scene where I had to push her. I tried to be careful because I lacked acting experience at the time, but I failed to control my strength. I remember she fell harder than I expected."

IU responded, "From what I remember, you pushed me quite strongly," and added, "But you immediately helped me back up."

She also added, "Back then, we didn't have many scenes together. Therefore, it was very nice to work with him for a longer time this time."

The two also shared funny episodes regarding their height difference.

IU joked, "When I say something, there's a bit of a delay before it reaches him. When we talk standing up, his response comes back a while later. It feels like we're in a completely different spaces. It just can't be helped."

Byun Wooseok playfully replied, "It does take some time before it reaches my ears."

Meanwhile, IU and Byun Wooseok drew attention even before the release of MBC's 'Perfect Crown,' where they act as a married couple, ten years after their first time working together in 'Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo.'

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'Salmokji: Whispering Water' surpasses 1.5 million viewers ... Unusual box office success for a horror movie

SOURCE: ‘살목지’, 입소문 타고 150만 돌파…공포영화 이례적 흥행

The horror movie 'Salmokji: Whispering Water' continues to hold the top spot at the box office.

According to the Korean Film Council on the 22nd, 'Salmokji: Whispering Water' maintained its No. 1 position in the daily box office by drawing around 39,000 viewers the previous day. Its cumulative number of viewers has now reached approximately 1.54 million.

This movie follows the story of a filming crew that visits a reservoir to investigate a mysterious figure captured on a map service road-view feature, only to encounter a bizarre entity hidden beneath the water's surface.

Starring Kim Hyeyoon, Lee Jongwon, Kim Junhan, Kim Youngsung, Oh Dongmin, Yoon Jaechan, and Jang Da Ah, the movie has exceeded its break-even point of 800,000 viewers and crossed the 1.5 million viewers mark, which is an impressive achievement for a genre that usually struggles at the box office.

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