After reports of earning 65 billion KRW last year, G-Dragon gifts apartments worth of hundreds of millions to his staff

SOURCE: 지난해 650억 벌었다더니…지드래곤, 스태프들 위해 '수억 대' 아파트 선물

Singer G-Dragon has made a generous decision for the staff members who have worked with him for a long time.

On the 3rd, Sports Chosun reported that G-Dragon recently personally provided apartments and separate living spaces for his long-time team known as 'Team GD' to ensure their housing stability and improve their working environments.

In addition, G-Dragon reportedly established a public-interest foundation called 'JUSPEACE' using 300 million KRW of his own money, expressing his commitment to build a systematic support system to protect trainees' rights and improve staff treatment.

It was also reported that G-Dragon prioritized his managers and staff even while preparing for a fresh start after leaving his previous agency, earning praise for having a 'long-term perspective rarely seen in the entertainment industry.'

G-Dragon, who debuted in 2006 as a member of BIGBANG, is preparing for a full-group comeback this year to mark his 20th debut anniversary. He also made a solo comeback last year with his third full-length album 'Übermensch.' He further proved his power by holding a global tour across 17 cities with 39 shows, attracting over 820,000 audiences.

Previously, G-Dragon became a hot topic after being reported receiving settlements totaling around 65 billion KRW last year. According to an audit report from Galaxy Corporation, the company's separate payment fees last year reached 71.4 billion KRW.

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Lee Jaewook to enlist in the military with multiple upcoming projects lined up: "Enlisting for active duty on the 18th"

SOURCE: 이재욱, 차기작 줄줄이 남기고 군대 간다 "18일 육군 현역 입대"[공식]

Actor Lee Jaewook will enlist as an active-duty soldier in the army on the 18th.

On the 4th, a representative from his agency Log Studio told SPOTV News, "Lee Jaewook will enlist as an active-duty soldier on the 18th."

After completing his basic military training, Lee Jaewook will be assigned to a unit and begin his service. His discharge is scheduled for mid-November 2027.

Born in 1998, Lee Jaewook had been planning his enlistment since last year. He completed filming for his upcoming projects while managing a tight schedule.

This will make his military hiatus to feel shorter as his works continue to be released. He is set to meet viewers through the new ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'Doctor on the Edge,' premiering on June 1, and the Netflix series 'Dead-End Job,' which will be released in the second half of this year. With new projects released throughout the year, dans are expected to feel a shorter gap during his military service.

Meanwhile, Lee Jaewook debuted in 2018 with the tvN drama 'Memories of the Alhambra' and has since built his career as a leading actor through 'Search: WWW,' 'Extraordinary You,' 'Alchemy of Souls,' 'Dear Hongrang,' 'Last Summer,' and more.

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Kim Heechul opens up about health issues: "I will be back after refilling my HP ... Taking a break from 'Knowing Bros' thanks to Kim Shinyoung"

SOURCE: 김희철 건강 문제 입 열었다 “우물에서 피 채우고 올 것‥김신영 덕 ‘아는 형님’ 휴식”

Singer Kim Heechul has personally adressed his temporary break from 'Knowing Bros.'

On the 3rd, Kim Heechul posted on his social media account, "Hey, friend. It's really not that serious."

This was a reply to a post made by Jang Sungkyu, who expressed his concern by saying, "I can't believe Heechul is leaving 'Knowing Bros.'"

Kim Heechul said, "I've been getting a lot of concerned calls from people I know," adding, "As Hodong Hyung says, 'For viewers, it's 6PM. But for us, it's 4AM.' I don't want to show my exhaustion, tiredness, or blank expressions to the viewers. That's why I'm taking some time to refill my HP."

He continued, "We film every Thursday. The production team and the Hyungs are very considerate of me when I have overseas schedule, but I can't keep doing that or show up inconsistently, so I decided to take a break. I'll continue with bi-weekly programs as their schedules are easier to coordinate."

Kim Heechul added, "'Knowing Bros' is a very precious program to me. Since my friend Kim Shinyoung joined, I'm able to rest with a peaceful mind. Please enjoy 'Knowing Bros,' which will become even more fun with our 'Prince Jumong' Shinyoung-ie. Please stay healthy until the day we meet again."

Meanwhile, JTBC announced on April 30, "Kim Shinyoung has joined 'Knowing Bros' as a new fixed member. Kim Heechul will take a temporary break for health reasons starting from episode 528 airing on May 9." Kim Heechul has been a regular cast member of 'Knowing Bros' for over 10 years since 2015.

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Kep1er's Kim Chaehyun personally addresses ballet outfit controversy: "I chose the outfit myself"

SOURCE: 케플러 김채현, 발레복 논란에 직접 등판…"내가 고른 옷" 해명 [엑's 이슈]

Kep1er's Kim Chaehyun clarified that she personally chose the ballet outfit she wore for a content after concerns were raised about its revealing design.

On the 2nd, an original content featuring members Choi Yujin, Kim Chaehyun, and Xiaoting learning ballet was posted to Kep1er's official Youtube channel.

Their ballet experience concluded smoothly. However, Kim Chaehyun's outfit had a deeper neckline compared to the other members, leading some fans to express concern and sparking controversy.

As various opinions circulated among fans and criticism extended toward the staff who prepared the outfit, Kim Chaehyun stepped forward to personally explain the situation through a fan communication platform.

She stated, "I chose that outfit myself," clarifying that it was her own choice. She added that she wanted to wear a pink outfit rather than something dull, saying, "I thought you guys would like it because it was pretty, so I was all smiles. I didn't expect this reaction," showing her surprise.

She continued, "I'll coordinate better next time. Please don't be mad," comforting the fans with a playful tone.

Meanwhile, Kep1er is a project group formed through the Mnet audition program 'Girls Planet 999.'

After debuting in 2022, they became the first Mnet project group to successfully renew their contracts, reorganizing from nine members to seven in 2024. They are currently promoting as a six-member group and released their 8th mini-album 'CRACK CODE' on March 31.

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Victim releases photo of Kook Dongho's alleged ex-girlfriend after he denies school violence allegations

SOURCE: “추가 제보 받아” 국동호 학폭 부인에 폭로자, 전 연인 사진까지 공개

After 'Single's Inferno 4' star Kook Dongho denied allegations of school violence, the active lawyer who raised the claims has hinted further revelations and even released a photo of an individual believed to be his ex-girlfriend.

On the 4th, lawyer Lee posted on social media, "To say that the end of my claim is law firm promotion... I mentioned that becoming the head of a law firm specializing in victims to show that a victim is not a victim forever."

She continued, "Our law firm's operations have been paralyzed and we are suffering significant losses. It seems like people just want to exploit my weaknesses."

This was in response to Kook Dongho's rebuttal, where he denied the allegations by saying, "This is a method used by someone who knows better than anyone that even weak evidence can make one-sided claims seem like facts if repeated consistently and symphatized by others," adding, "It is regrettable that these claims consistently end in law firm promotion."

Additionally, the lawyer also shared Kook Dongho's official statement and remarked, "I have received many additional reports besides my own experience. Go on and keep living as if you don't remember." She further added, "Didn't you say yourself on a Tiktok live broadcast that you used to ride a motorcycle in middle school and 'played around' a bit? Please clarify this too. Whether that was also a one-sided claim that is different from the truth."

She also released a photo of the person presumed to be Kook Dongho's former girlfriend, saying, "Kook Dongho-ssi, are you going to even deny knowing someone named Moon? She was your girlfriend and the top bully."

Earlier that day, the lawyer had claimed on her social media that she had been a victim of school violence by a group of bullies during her school years, directly mentioning Kook Dongho's name.

She alleged, "His girlfriend made other kids hit my head with a badminton racket, placed thumbtacks on my chair during breaks, and applied superglue to my locker so I couldn't open it," and claimed, "Kook Dongho, who was a famous Iljin (NB: Bully) at school, knew about it and enjoyed it." She also claimed that Kook Dongho did a so-called 'confession attack,' confessing to her in front of others only to mock her.

Kook Dongho also released a statement that day, strongly denying the claims. He stated that he: 1) never participated in or stood by during acts including hitting with badminton racket, placing thumbtacks, or superglue, 2) never dated the woman identified as B during middle school, and 3) never knelt in front of a crowd with a cake to make a public confession.

He emphasized, "These one-sided claims made by a specific individual are not based on facts. I have no connection whatsoever to the incidents in question."

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G-Dragon apologizes for outfit controversy: "Admitting the lack of cultural sensitivity"

SOURCE: 지드래곤 의상 논란 사과 “문화적 감수성 부족 인정”

BIGBANG's G-Dragon has issued a formal apology, bowing his head in response to the racism controversy sparked by an outfit he wore during an overseas performance.

On the 4th, his agency Galaxy Corporation released an official statement saying, "We sincerely apologize for the fact that the artist's stage outfit at the K-SPARK event held in Macau on the 2nd contained text that was inappropriate in its social and cultural context."

They added, "Through this incident, we have once again deeply realized the importance of cultural sensitivity and responsible prior review. We will strengthen our internal verification procedures, including styling, and operate under more careful standards."

The agency emphasized again, "We will approach all of the artist's future activities with a greater care and responsibility to respect diverse cultural backgrounds and values."

Previously, G-Dragon faced criticism from global fans after appearing on stage wearing a T-shirt featuring a Dutch phrase that carries a derogatory meaning toward Black people.

Meanwhile, G-Dragon recently drew attention by performing with BIGBANG at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival last month, and is preparing for his 20th debut anniversary tour this August. This marks his first concert tour in nine years since 2017.

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Tzuyang reveals her company for the first time: sunny views + 7 employees ... The presence of a Youtuber with 13 million subscribers

SOURCE: 쯔양 회사 최초 공개, 햇살뷰+직원 7명…1300만 유튜버 위엄 "저기서 일하고파"

Mukbang creator Tzuyang has revealed her company for the first time.

On the 3rd, Tzuyang posted a video titled 'Revealing the company of a 13-million subscriber Youtuber for the first time' on her Youtube channel.

In the video, Tzuyang said, "Today, I'm going to do some grocery shopping and head to the office. This is the first time I'm revealing my office."

After generously spending 550,000 KRW on snacks for her staff, Tzuyang visited the office. She introduced the five employees working there, in addition to the PD and manager who often appear in her videos.

In particular, she shared that the team leader and two editors have been working for her for a long time, for six and three years respectively. The spacious and clean office, along with a bright, sunlit view that requires blackout curtains, also drew attention.

Later, Tzuyang and her staff played a 'Random Bibimbap Challenge,' where everyone brought bibimbap ingredients without discussing beforehand and made bibimbap together.

They brought 30 servings of rice and 14 fried eggs, showing a level of appetite fitting for a mukbang Youtuber's staff, drawing laughter.

At the end, Tzuyang gifted desk fans to her staff, who jokingly pretended to cry and created a lighthearted atmosphere.

Netizens left comments such as, "Seeing young staff staying in the company for so long, she must treat them well," "The atmosphere in the office looks so bright," "The office is bigger than I thought," and "I want to work at Tzuyang's company."

Meanwhile, Tzuyang, who currently has 13.2 million subscribers, is set to launch her first solo variety show, 'Tzuyang's Few Meals,' this May on ENA.

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