Saturday, August 22, 2026

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BIGBANG's G-Dragon recently revealed that he doesn't know how to use mobile banking.

On August 22, G-Dragon made an appearance on an episode of Youtube channel Tteuntteun titled 'Anniversaries Are Just an Excuse' alongside fellow BIGBANG members Taeyang and Daesung.

The discussion started when Yoo Jaesuk mentioned, "Haha used to be one of the original hipsters who embraced new technology than anyone else, but now he can't even kiosks." Haha then asked Yoo Jaesuk if he uses mobile banking. While Yoo Jaesuk confirmed he does, G-Dragon confessed, "I can't (use mobile banking.)"


Surprised by the confession, Yoo Jaesuk asked, "What do you do if you can't use mobile banking? What about all that wealth?" G-Dragon explained:

"I have someone who manages it for me."


Hearing this, Yoo Jaesuk advised, "Even if you have someone managing it for you, you should still check it yourself."

The conversation then turned to how the other BIGBANG members handle their finances. Daesung said, "I've managed my finances myself since I was young." Taeyang explained, "Daesung has handled everything himself almost since the beginning of our debut. For me, about two or three years after debut, I realized, 'I need to know how to manage my own finances,' so I started managing things myself." G-Dragon added:

"I can go to the bank, speak directly with a teller, and take care of things that way, but I don't know how to use mobile banking at all."

Daesung agreed, saying, "When it comes to convenience, nothing beats speaking to an actual person. Even when calling customer service, I deliberately wait to be connected to a representative instead of dealing with an automated system," to which Haha and Taeyang agreed to.

G-Dragon's recent remarks made waves online given previous headlines surrounding his wealth. He was previously speculated to have around 100 billion KRW (around $72 million USD) in net worth, especially after purchasing a luxury apartment at Nine One Hannam in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul for 16.4 billion KRW (around $11.8 million USD).

G-Dragon Reveals He Doesn't Know How to Use Mobile Banking

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Actress Go Younjung has been revealed to have sent housewarming gifts to RESCENE member Zena, who has consistently named the actress as her role model.

On August 22, Zena shared an unexpected story on a fan communication platform. She revealed that Go Younjung had surprised her and her group members by personally preparing housewarming gifts for their new dorm.

Zena recalled, "I came back to Korea after finishing a performance in LA, and when I arrived at the dorm, there was a huge full-length mirror and chair waiting for me." At first, the members were puzzled to find the unidentified package waiting in front of their dorm. They later found out that it had been sent by Go Younjung.

Zena noted, "It was even pink, which is my favorite color." Go Younjung had also sent a stool chair for Zena. The fact that Go Younjung remembered Zena's favorite color made the thoughtful gesture mean even more to Zena.

Expressing her deep gratitude and affection, Zena added, "I guess beautiful people really do have beautiful hearts."

Zena has openly expressed her admiration for Go Younjung for a long time, frequently naming the actress as her role model across various broadcasts and other content. Fans have also pointed out the striking resemblance between the two, making this wholesome interaction a hot topic among netizens.

Recently on August 21, a video titled 'Do You Like Go Younjung?" was posted on RESCENE member Woni's Youtube channel, 'Hello, I'm Woni. Nice to Meet You.' The video showed Zena meeting Go Younjung in person, greeting her, and exchanging contact information. It appears that after this meeting, Go Younjung sent gifts for Zena and the other RESCENE members. 

With Go Younjung personally sending a gift to someone who has long looked up to her, fans are now celebrating the heartwarming relationship between the two.

RESCENE’s Zena Reveals Heartwarming Gesture From Her Role Model Go Younjung

Singer Bibi, who recently faced controversy over the provocative nature of her performance at Waterbomb, has opened up about her personal philosophy when it comes to performing.

On August 21, SBS released a teaser for its new variety show 'My Genie Secretary' on its Youtube channel. The teaser showed Lee Seojin and Kim Kwanggyu visiting the Waterbomb venue for the season's first featured star, Bibi, and managing her schedule throughout the entire day, from pre-show preparations to the end of her performance.

Discussing her mindset, Bibi revealed, "I started preparing three months before going on stage. I prepared for three months as if this were my last performance." She also highlighted her commitment to the audience, stating:

"I have a philosophy when it comes to performing. I absolutely have to entertain the people who paid their money to come see me."

Her comments come amid ongoing debate over her performance at Waterbomb Seoul 2026, which was held on July 25 at the outdoor Global Stage at KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province.

That day, Bibi wore a form-fitting white jumpsuit, performing several of her hit songs including 'Bam Yang Gang' and 'BIBI Vengeance.' Her bold performance drew considerable attention from the audience.

The controversy centered on a moment midway through her performance. Bibi knelt among male dancers and unzipped her wet jumpsuit to reveal the bikini top she was wearing underneath. Surrounded by shirtless male dancers, she remained on her knees while taking a microphone. Some netizens criticized the scene, arguing the choreography was overly suggestive.

BIBI Speaks Up Amid Controversy Over Her Provocative Waterbomb Performance

Singer Song Jieun’s husband and YouTuber Park Wi issued an apology following backlash over a recent video about an accident that happened while he was getting off a KTX train.

On August 22, Park Wi addressed the situation through his YouTube channel 'WERACLE,' expressing regret over how he handled the situation: 

“I’m sorry for disappointing so many people with the video I uploaded today. I failed to fully consider the perspective of the staff member who did their best to help me at the scene and politely apologized."

Park Wi explained, "I only viewed the mistake made in the process of trying to help me in a negative light. The way I communicated the situation was immature, and my thinking was short-sighted."

He also apologized both to the staff members at the scene and to his viewers, adding, "I'll take this incident as an opportunity to act more carefully and responsibly in everything I do."

The controversy began after Park Wi posted CCTV footage on August 21 showing an accident that occurred while he was getting off a KTX train. 

The video showed Park Wi falling forward while traveling down a ramp. According to him, the wheels of his wheelchair caught on the foot of a staff member helping at the scene, causing him to fall. Fortunately, a hospital examination reportedly found no major fractures.

While expressing his frustration over the incident, Park Wi raised concerns about improving accessibility and implementing safety training for individuals with disabilities. He asked viewers not to direct backlash toward the staff member involved, emphasizing that even a single oversight on a ramp can lead to severe injuries.

However, many netizens felt his response went too far. They pointed out that the staff member had not acted maliciously and had apologized politely immediately at the scene. Some netizens also criticized his decision to publicly release the CCTV footage on a channel with over one million subscribers, commenting, "It's excessive to publicly expose a mistake that happened while someone was just trying to help."

At the same time, others defended his position, urging empathy for his perspective as a wheelchair user living with quadriplegia. They argued that even a minor mistake could lead to serious injuries, maintaining that raising concerns about accessibility for people with disabilities remains necessary.

Song Jieun’s Husband Park Wi Apologizes Following Backlash Over KTX Accident Video

Friday, August 21, 2026

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A Japanese Youtuber is facing intense public backlash after posting a video imitating ATEEZ member Choi San while making a gesture widely associated with racism against Asians.

On August 21, footage of Gamix imitating Choi San began spreading across online communities and social media. The controversy started after Gamix uploaded a dance challenge for ATEEZ's hit track 'BAD' while mimicking Choi San's facial expressions and movements. 

Gamix was specifically referencing Choi San's appearance at the 2026 Coupang Play Series match between Manchester City and Atlético Madrid on August 9. Choi San had been invited to perform the ceremonial kickoff and also performed part of ATEEZ's 'BAD' on the pitch.

At one point, Gamix pulled the outer corners of his eyes sideways with his fingers. The problem is that this is widely recognized as a racist gesture historically used to mock the appearance of Asians. 

As criticism grew, Gamix deleted the video. However, his subsequent actions only fueled the controversy further. Rather than issuing an apology, he uploaded another video in English saying:

“Everyone, these are Asian eyes. When you wake up in the morning, they usually open like this."

Gamix later held a livestream lasting around 50 minutes. Instead of addressing the issue or apologizing to Choi San, he apologized for previous controversial behavior involving soccer player Lionel Messi and YouTuber MrBeast.

The public expressed anger and confusion over his behavior, with comments calling him out, including, "I can't understand why someone who is Asian himself would do something like that," "It’s clearly a racist gesture, not something that can simply be dismissed as a joke,” and “Isn’t he basically insulting his own Asian appearance?”

Born in 2007, Gamix is a Japanese influencer with approximately 1.12 million YouTube subscribers and 2.16 million Instagram followers.

Meanwhile, ATEEZ recently released their 14th mini album 'GOLDEN HOUR : Part.5' in June. Its title track 'BAD' peaked at No. 8 on Melon’s Top 100 and No. 10 on the weekly chart, while the album topped the U.S. Billboard 200.

Japanese YouTuber Gamix Faces Backlash for Allegedly Mocking ATEEZ’s Choi San With Racist Gesture

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Actress Jo Boah’s younger sister has suddenly become a hot topic after making a surprise appearance on TEO’s dating variety show 'Office Match.' 

On August 21, Jo Boah posted photos of her younger sister, Jo Yookyung, from the second episode on her social media. Reacting with a crying-laughing emoji, she playfully wrote the caption: "What are you doing there?"

'Office Match' is a unique dating show that arranges blind dates for working professionals in their 20s and 30s who want genuine connections despite their busy daily lives. The show follows the matchmaking stories of six single men and women. The second episode, which officially dropped on August 20, featured male employees from Naver meeting female employees from LG.

From the very first moment Jo Yookyung appeared on screen, she caught the attention of MC Dindin, who immediately reacting, "Oh, she's pretty."

Opening up about her dating style, Jo Yookung described, "When I start dating someone, everything else stops. I keep going all-in until the other person says 'I don't like you.' I'd rather go for it than be left with regrets."

According to MyDaily, Jo Yookyung was born in 1995 and works in marketing at LG, where she is described as an accomplished and attractive professional. And of course, her appearance got an extra bit of attention because her older sister is actress Jo Boah.

For a quick update on Jo Boah herself, she married her non-celebrity husband on October 12, 2024, and recently welcomed a daughter in February of this year.

Jo Boah’s Younger Sister Sparks Attention After Making an Appearance on Dating Show

Thursday, August 20, 2026

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Gunil is refuting JYP Entertainment's claims regarding his departure from Xdinary Heroes, stating he never consented to the termination of his contract.

On August 20, attorney Sung Jaehwan of Juwon Law Firm, representing Gunil, released a statement on social media to clarify the situation. The attorney stated:

"The artist deeply apologizes to Xdinary Heroes fans and the members of Xdinary Heroes for causing concern through this incident."

Gunil's legal representative acknowledged that he had used inappropriate expressions in a private setting, calling it 'a mistake that cannot be justified under any circumstances.' However, the representative explained that Gunil was under severe psychological stress due to certain online posts and invasions of privacy at the time. While venting those feelings during a private phone call, he ended up using inappropriate language, and he fully understands the weight of that responsibility. 

At the same time, Gunil's legal representative also drew a line between that incident and several other claims that have recently circulated online. After reviewing the records, the attorney stated, "Claims alleging that Gunil habitually or repeatedly used profanity toward Xdinary Heroes fans are completely false." They also denied claims that he spoke negatively about his fellow members or dated other people while in a relationship.

Furthermore, Gunil's legal representative stated:

"The artist did not voluntarily leave the group, nor did he agree to terminate his exclusive contract."

The attorney added, "Considering the circumstances and nature of the matter, it is difficult to conclude that there are valid grounds for contract termination."

This directly contradicts the official statement JYP Entertainment released on August 13. After an individual claiming to be Gunil's ex-girlfriend leaked audio recordings alleging that he had insulted fans, the agency stated that after extensive discussions with him, they concluded that continuing team activities would be difficult. The agency also noted that the exclusive contract was terminated by mutual consent.

Regarding the original online posts made by the individual claiming to be Gunil's ex-girlfriend, his legal representative noted that they contained numerous false claims and that the damage Gunil suffered was significant enough to provide grounds for legal action. However, Gunil reportedly wishes to forgive the person who posted it and does not plan to pursue legal action.

Gunil's legal representative also noted that Gunil does not want to cause fans any further distress and hopes to continue discussions with JYP Entertainment in a cooperative manner. 

Concluding the statement, Gunil's legal representative emphasized, "We once again sincerely apologize to fans and the members for causing concern and fatigue through this matter. We hope the remaining procedures can be resolved smoothly and quikcly," adding, "The artist wishes to continue doing his best by the fans' side."

Gunil Says He Never Agreed to Leave Xdinary Heroes or Terminate Contract With JYP Entertainment

Actor Hong Mingi has strongly denied additional claims made by his ex-girlfriend, A, who claimed that he pressured her into getting an abortion.

On August 20, Hong Mingi's agency, Fable Company, issued a second official statement addressing A's latest allegations. 

A previously claimed that she discovered she was pregnant while dating Hong Mingi. She alleged that when she informed him of the pregnancy in July, he ignored and blocked her. She ultimately went to an OB-GYN clinic alone to undergo an abortion procedure. She claimed to hold medical records and ultrasound photos to support her claims. 

In response, Fable Company countered her claims point by point. The agency stated that A had sent Hong Mingi an ultrasound photo along with a message reading, "Shut your mouth before I expose all of this too." According to the agency, A had never shown the actor any ultrasound photo prior to that message.

Regarding the ultrasound photo itself, Fable Company pointed out, "It is different from a typical photo used to show proof of pregnancy." They added, "We plan to have an OB-GYN medical professional to evaluate the photo and submit those findings as official evidence."

The agency also confirmed directly with Hong Mingi that A had never shown him a pregnancy test and emphasized, “Contrary to A’s claims, Hong Mingi absolutely never made any remarks to A that could be interpreted as pressuring her to have an abortion.”

Regarding July 13, the exact date A claimed she underwent the abortion, the agency revealed, "On that day, A suggested that Hong Mingi go cycling with her. When he declined, she personally sent him a video of herself riding a bicycle alone." The agency confirmed they have secured and preserved the entire chat log and video as evidence.

Furthermore, Fable Company stressed, "Pregnancy and abortion are extremely sensitive and serious matters," and accused A of publicly posting completely untrue claims that caused serious damage to Hong Mingi's reputation and image that would be extremely difficult to repair. 

Fable Company stated, "Based on the materials we have secured so far, we will immediately proceed with the necessary civil and criminal legal procedures to ensure that the facts surrounding this matter are clearly established." The agency also asked public and media to refrain from reckless speculation or spreading unverified claims to prevent further harm to everyone involved in the case. 

Hong Mingi Strongly Denies Allegations of Pressuring Ex-Girlfriend Into Abortion

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Actor Hong Mingi is facing dating violence allegations after influencer A, who claims to be his ex-girlfriend, came forward a series of allegations against him.

On August 18, A posted the document, titled 'Notice of Intent to Take Legal Action Over Illegal Criminal Acts,' which was dated July 28 and sent via her law firm to Hong Mingi and his agency. She also shared photos of Hong Mingi posted on his agency's social media to publicly confirm his identity.

A alleged that Hong Mingi threw dangerous objects, including a soju bottle, at her on the street. She also alleged that he repeatedly called her dozens of times out of jealousy, made remarks implying he could kill her, and physically assaulted her by striking her shoulder and shoving her. Furthermore, A accused him of invading her privacy by secretly checking her phone and KakaoTalk messages and causing her injury while riding an electric scooter under the influence of alcohol.

A's allegations didn't stop there. In another statement released that same day, she described what happened during and after their relationship.

According to A, Hong Mingi frequently made misogynistic and sexist remarks about women, including "Women are most delicious in their early 30s. Once they pass that age, they're ahjummas," "Women should also serve in the military," and "Men are the sky, women are the ground."

A further claimed that Hong Mingi belittled his ex-girlfriend, who is currently active as an actress, and verbally abused fellow actors, staff members, directors, and others he worked with.

She also alleged that he had a negative attitude toward fans who supported him, claiming he referred those who traveled to see him as 'broke people who act like sasaengs just to get their money's worth.' After attending a birthday party organized by fans, she alleged he complained, "I didn't want to go. I went because I had to. I was so tired, I wanted to just walk out."

A also accused Hong Mingi of abusing his pet dog. She claimed that despite posting the dog on his social media, he would curse at it and kick it. She also alleged that after receiving her legal notice, he cut off contact and left the dog alone at home for several days. 

Regarding her own relationship with him, A stated that she suffered continuous verbal abuse and gaslighting. She alleged that Hong Mingi made manipulative statements to her, including, "My mental illness came back because of you," "I want to die," "Let's die together," and "I'm an idiot for dating you."

A also stated, "Even after the relationship ended, I lived with guilt because I mistakenly believed that Hong Mingi's panic disorder had been caused by me." A claimed that she visited his home several times. 

During this process, she alleged that Hong Mingi verbally abused her and acted violently for around 20 to 30 minutes, including kicking nearby objects. She further claimed that he forced her onto a bed, attempted to have sex with her, and inappropriately touched her body without consent despite the relationship already being over. She said:

“It wasn’t until three weeks after the breakup that I realized what I had experienced was not love, but clear violence and exploitation."

 

A explained that she became so terrified that she could no longer function in her daily life, eventually telling her parents what had happened and taking legal action, including sending a legal notice.

On the other side, Hong Mingi's agency has officially responded to the controversy. On August 19, a representative of Fable Company told Ilgan Sports:

"There are parts that are different from the facts. We are currently reviewing and organizing the situation internally."

 

Meanwhile, Hong Mingi was born in 2002 and made his acting debut in 2020. He has starred in various projects including 'To My Beloved Thief,' 'Love Your Enemy,' 'Study Group,' 'Crushology 101,' and 'Trigger.' He recently completed filming for 'Study Group Season 2.'

Hong Mingi Faces Dating Violence Allegations From Ex-Girlfriend