Jokwon reveals his high heels journey began with a suggestion from Bang Sihyuk: “Even Kim Hyesoo gifted me high heels”

SOURCE: 조권, 방시혁 제안으로 시작된 하이힐 "김혜수 선배도 보내줘"[아근진][★밤TView]

On 'AGJ,' singer Jokwon showed off his unique variety show charm.

On the episode of SBS' 'AGJ' that aired on the 5th, Jokwon appeared as a guest and took over the studio with candid confessions and spectacular performances.

On this day, MC Tak Jaehoon casually remarked, “Jokwon, you should get married," and Jokwon replied, "I'm already 38 now," before honestly talking about his concerns about dating, saying, "But seriously, there's nobody around me."

He continued, "I've actually caught the wedding bouquet five times. Every single time, I even spun around while catching it," making everyone laugh.

Later, Lee Suji asked, "I heard Park Jinyoung once said you were the singer he almost gave up on the most." Jokwon responded, "I performed 'Wa' by Lee Junghyun on a TV show, and people online went wild saying I was being Kkap (NB: too much.)" He then confidently added, "When it comes to going over-the-top, I've never lost to anyone."

Then Lee Sangmin brought up the high heels, saying, "Dancing in heels is really difficult," which led Jokwon to reveal his personal high heel collection.

Regarding how he initially got into heel dancing, Jokwon shared, "Back then, Bang Sihyuk hyung suggested, 'Let’s try wearing high heels without he back heels,' and that’s how it all began. Lower-body strength is really important for heel dancing. Now, I can even do squats while wearing them.” He then effortlessly performed a dance while wearing the heels.

He added, "The heels I wore during promotions were actually 20cm tall. After seeing them, Kim Hyesoo Sunbaenim even sent me several pairs, which I'm keeping safely preserved." 

Watching Jokwon's heel dance performance, Kim Eungsoo expressed his admiration, saying, "You should come perform this at my 70th birthday party," making the entire studio burst into laughter. 

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DAY6 Dowoon's dating rumors ... Even went for a marriage consultation? Agency says, "No official statement"

SOURCE: 데이식스 도운 열애설…결혼 상담까지? 소속사 “입장 無” [왓IS]

DAY6's drummer Dowoon surrounded by dating rumors. The individual being speculated as his partner is A, the younger sibling of influencer Yoo Hyeju.

Recently, allegations that Dowoon and A are dating have been raised across online communities. Netizens pointed out to the similarities in their home interior designs captured in the pictures revealed through social media and broadcasts. As well as the fact that the dog riding in Dowoon's car actually belongs to A.

In particular, claims that Dowoon and A went to wedding planner consultations together further fueled the rumors. 

Regarding this, Dowoon's agency, JYP Entertainment, told Ilgan Sports on the 26th, "We have no official statement," offering a short response.

Meanwhile, Dowoon debuted in 2015 as the drummer of DAY6. Born in 1995, he is currently 31 years old and recently appeared on the MBC's 'I Live Alone.'

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IOI shares honest thoughts after 10 years: “We didn’t fight because we were a temporary group”

SOURCE: 아이오아이, 10년 만에 전한 속내 "시한부 그룹이라 안 싸워"

IOI's members shared their honest thought on their past promotions and recent reunion.

On the 25th, a video featuring Jeon Somi, Yoo Yeonjung, Jung Chaeyeon, Kim Sejong, and Chungha was posted on Sung Sikyung's Youtube channel.

When asked about the reason behind the group's reunion, Chungha said, "Over the past 10 years, we often gathered together in smaller groups. We were a team that disbanded right when we were about to really rise, so there was regret because we only promoted for a year. We couldn't even perform on all music shows back then."

She continued, "We would often say, 'Let's reunite sometime if we get the chance.' Then suddenly, our 10th debut anniversary came. I thought, 'Are we really not going to do anything?' So I figured there was nothing to lose. I thought 'Why not just give each of them a call?' and start contacting the members one by one." She explained that the group eventually decided to reunite after each member discussed with their agencies.

Jeon Somi said, "Now that we're promoting together again, it's sad because eventually it'll end again too." Kim Sejeong added, "Since the fans love seeing us together, we focused on more group performances rather than solo stages."

Kim Sejeong also shared, "I'm really sorry to say this, but honestly, back then I was only close with the members I was already close with. But this time, as I opened up more and approached everyone, I realized every member is amazing in such different ways. Each person had different strengths you could rely on." She added, "Through this reunion, I truly felt that they're really my people."

Yoo Yeonjung said, "Back then, because we promoted knowing we had an expiration date, so we didn't even fight. Nowadays, we actually do fight sometimes. but we make up quickly. I feel like we we understand and learn more about each other now. It feels really nice."

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Taeyong: “NCT earnings? Settled separately by team… I regret being too harsh on the members in my 20s”

SOURCE: 태용 "NCT 정산? 팀 나뉘어 진행…20대 때 멤버 세게 잡은 거 후회" [RE:뷰]

Taeyong opened up about how earnings are distributed within NCT.

Recently, Taeyong appeared as a guest on the YouTube channel 'Zip Daesung.'

During the episode, Daesung brought up the NCT universe, which consists of 24 members, and asked, "In a way, NCT is one huge family. How do the earnings settlements work? If NCT 127 promotes, do the other teams get paid too?" In response, Taeyong answered, "No. You can basically say that the teams are strictly separated."

Daesung then jokingly asked, "Then can you make a suggestion like, 'I want to try joining that team too'?" After thinking for a moment, Taeyong replied, "That actually sounds kind of fun. Like being a mercenary?" drawing laughter.

Taeyong continued, "We actually have a separate unit called NCT U that's formed exactly like that. Depending on the concept, members who fit well together will promote as a team. I think it allows us to make more varied contents under NCT's identity.”

Regarding being the leader, Taeyong joked, "I don't have the official title of leader, but I'm the oldest." He then reflected on how his mindset changed after completing military service, saying, "I have a lot of regrets about my early 20s."

Taeyong confessed, "Back then, I was really strict with the members. I was the scary Hyung. I would intentionally ruin the mood during every practice session." He added, "Honestly, that continued even after we debuted. At the time, I thought it was the best decision, but I regret it because if I had been wiser, I could've become someone they could lean on when they had nowhere else to run." However, he also admitted, "Still, I think it was inevitable. If I went back to that time, I probably would’ve scolded them the same way, just a little more wisely."

Meanwhile, Taeyong recently released his first full-length album, 'WYLD.'

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NewJeans' ex-member Danielle spotted holding a microphone in an unexpected recent update

SOURCE: 뉴진스 나간 다니엘, 마이크 잡은 뜻밖의 근황

An unexpected update regarding former NewJeans' member Danielle, who is currently involved in a massive lawsuit, has surfaced.

One netizen wrote on Instagram, "My dad was like, 'Isn’t this that NewJeans member you like?', and yes, it is our NewJeans' Danielle."

In the photo, Danielle is seen wearing a sky-blue cap, holding a microphone, and speaking on stage. However, the exact details of what she said was not revealed.

Danielle, who is currently in a legal battle with HYBE's subsidiary label, ADOR, has frequently been spotted at church. Even amid the lawsuit, she has visited church and taken photos with fellow churchgoers, drawing attention for her unexpected public appearances.

Last December, ADOR filed a damages lawsuit worth approximately 43.1 billion KRW against Danielle, her family, and former ADOR CEO Min Heejin. Along with this, the company terminated their exclusive contract with Danielle, believing that Danielle and her family were responsible for the current conflict.

The first hearing in the lawsuit between Danielle and ADOR was held on the 14th of last month. On that day, Danielle's legal team argued in court, "From the very beginning of this case, ADOR has unfairly targeted Danielle out of all the NewJeans members by notifying her of contract termination and filing a massive damages lawsuit with the intention to warn the other NewJeans members that they could also face lawsuits if they failed to cooperate."

Aside from Danielle, the remaining NewJeans' members Haerin, Hyein, and Hanni have reportedly returned to ADOR. Meanwhile, Minji is said to be positively discussing a possible return with the agency. 

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Oh My Girl's Mimi reveals shocking eating habits… Even doctor warns her: “It’s as stimulating as smoking”

SOURCE: 오마이걸 미미, 충격 식습관 밝혔다…"흡연만큼 자극 강해" 의사도 경고 ('만학도지씨')

Oh My Girl's Mimi reveals her shocking eating habits.

In episode 10 of MBC's 'Omniscient Interfering View' that is scheduled to be released at 5 PM (KST) on the 25th, endocrinologist Woo Changyoon will appear as a guest.

Ji Sukjin began the conversation by asking, "How long do you want to live?" to which Mimi answered, "I want to live for as long as my strength allows. Wonderful things keep coming out in the world, don't they? I think I'd be so upset if I died without experiencing them." Meanwhile, Ji Sukjin, who turns 60 this year, reveals his strong desire for a long life, saying, "I really want to live past 120."

Dr. Woo Changyoon explained, "Our understanding of aging and lifespan is becoming deeper as the time passes by. We need to prepare for the future now," while introducing the recently popular concept of 'well-aging.' He explained that while the concept of 'anti-aging' in the past focused on fearing and preventing aging, 'well-aging' is about naturally accepting the aging process while maintaining bodily functions as much as possible. In particular, he emphasized, "Aging is deeply connected to inflammation," and shared special tips for reducing inflammation.

Mimi's shocking eating habits were also revealed. She confessed, "As soon as I wake up, I eat ice cream. I usually eat two or three at once," showing her extraordinary love for ice cream. Dr. Woo Changyoon warned, "Eating sweet foods immediately after waking up can stimulate the body as strongly as smoking or drinking alcohol," but Mimi responded, "I eat it for my own happiness and mental health."

Dr. Woo Changyoon continued offering realistic health advice. In particular, he stressed the importance of protein intake, saying, "Consuming high amounts of protein promotes the release of hormones that suppress appetite after meals."

Ji Sukjin revealed that he has been eating tomato soup every morning for the past three years as part of his health routine, but then drew laughter as he unexpectedly confessed, "I eat boiled eggs with coffee at night. It makes me really happy." In response, Dr. Woo Changyoon joked, "I think I could extend your lifespan by 10 years."

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Lee Joon opens up about trauma from past financial struggles: “There were cockroaches even on my toothbrush… I still check for them to this day”

SOURCE: 이준, 생활고 트라우마 고백 "칫솔에도 바퀴벌레 있던 집, 지금도 늘 확인해" ('유퀴즈')

On the 24th, tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' released a preview video titled, "Lee Joon secretly lived in the school practice room to avoid cockroaches when he was in high school."

Lee Joon, who graduated from the dance department at Seoul Arts High School, shared that he practically lived inside the practice room. He explained, "There were long lockers big enough for someone to fit in. I would hide in one, and after the security guard finished patrolling and locked the building, I would come out," adding, "A practice room with all the lights off is really scary. I practiced dancing there and even slept there too."

Lee Joon explained there was a reason he spent his school years pushing himself through intense dance practies and staying overnight at school. He said, "At the time, my family was going through severe financial difficultes. Our house was infested with cockroaches." He continued, "One habit I still can't get rid of is that even now, whenever I sleep somewhere else like on '2 Days 1 Night,' I always lift the pillow to check underneath it first. Back then, every single time I lifted the pillow, there would be four cockroaches underneath, and whenever I went to brush my teeth in the bathroom, there would even be cockroaches crawling on the bristles of my toothbrush."

Lee Joon added, "The house I used to live in is still there. Sometimes I visit it, and it feels like I've returned to those days. Then when I come back home, my current house is so nice that it feels incredibly strange. It makes me feel like I haven't changed much from back then, but at the same time, I realize I'm now living with and receiving so many things."

Meanwhile, the episode of tvn's 'You Quiz on the Block' featuring Lee Joon is scheduled to air on the 27th at 8.45 PM (KST).

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