The pop-up store celebrating the release of TREASURE's special mini album [PLEASURE] has wrapped up successfully. According to YG Entertainment, the event titled 'TREASURE POP-UP: My PLEASURE from TREASURE' took place from March 8 to March 14 at DRC Hongdae in Mapo, Seoul, attracting significant attention from fans with daily open runs from the very first day.

The pop-up featured a warm and cozy exhibition space, a photo zone replicating the set of the title track 'YELLOW' music video, and a photo booth where fans could take pictures with limited-edition frames. The event offered a variety of engaging activities for fans.

Members of TREASURE actively participated by providing voice messages in the listening zone and audio guides in the artist exhibition area, enhancing the experience for attendees. Fans enjoyed discovering messages left by the members throughout the pop-up store, adding an element of fun to their visit.

The pop-up store has also been successfully running in Tokyo, Japan, since March 7. Starting March 20, it will continue in Osaka at the HEP FIVE complex under the name 'YELLOW in SPECIAL MINI ALBUM [PLEASURE] POP-UP STORE.'

TREASURE has been receiving praise for capturing youthful energy and has maintained its popularity, topping the Circle Chart in its comeback week. The special mini album [PLEASURE] achieved first place in the album and retail album category on the Circle Chart for the 10th week (March 2 to March 8, 2025), with total sales of 612,398 copies.

TREASURE's Special Mini Album [PLEASURE] Pop-Up Store Concludes Successfully

On March 14, 2025, actress Nam Bora appeared on KBS2TV's 편스토랑 (Newly Released Menu) and shared a distressing story about being scammed. During the episode, she was seen contemplating the main wedding photo for her mobile invitation, which sparked a lively chat among her family members. They humorously commented, 'This photo is a hit, not something you just see at home.' 

Later, Nam Bora sent a message in the family group chat asking, 'Who wants to come over for a tteokbokki party today?' As her siblings arrived one by one, they included her younger siblings, Se-bin, So-ra, and the youngest, Young-il. The siblings enjoyed a feast of Korean street food while engaging in cheerful conversation.

Amidst the light-hearted banter, Nam Bora revealed that she had recently fallen victim to a significant scam, losing a staggering 1.45 million won. She explained that the incident was related to her preparation for a volunteer event where she intended to make 800 rolls of kimbap. To make the process easier, she purchased a kimbap cutter but found it too expensive at retail prices, prompting her to search for a second-hand option.

Nam Bora recounted, 'I found a decent item and transferred the money, but the seller ghosted me. I realized too late that I had been scammed. I was upset not only about the money lost but also about the thought of having to cut 800 rolls by hand.'

결혼앞두고 무슨 일..남보라, 거액 '사기피해' 당했다 ('편스토랑')

Nam Bora Reveals Shocking Scam Experience on 편스토랑

On March 14, 2025, actress Song Ji-hyo shared a heartfelt post on her personal account, expressing gratitude for a delightful date with Ji Ye-eun, stating, "Thanks to Park Eun-tae, I had a healing date with Ye-eun..♥" Along with her message, she posted several photos capturing their outing. 

The images feature Song Ji-hyo and the youngest member of their cast, Ji Ye-eun, enjoying a day out to see the musical 'The Man Who Laughs,' starring Park Eun-tae, who recently appeared on the show Running Man (런닝맨). The duo can be seen flashing peace signs and smiling brightly at the camera. 

They also visited Park Eun-tae's waiting room to express their appreciation. Their continued friendship after filming has garnered a warm response from fans, with comments like, "This combination is so cute, I love it!", "You both look so beautiful!", and "I fully support this friendship!" 

Currently, Song Ji-hyo and Ji Ye-eun are both cast members of the SBS variety show Running Man (런닝맨).

“데이트♥”송지효·지예은, ‘런닝맨’ 촬영 밖에서도 만나요..찐자매 케미

Song Ji-hyo and Ji Ye-eun Showcase Their Strong Chemistry

The funeral arrangements for the late singer Wheesung (휘성) have been established approximately four days after his passing, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the entertainment industry. 

Wheesung was found in a state of cardiac arrest in an apartment located in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, on March 10, at the age of 43. Authorities reported no signs of foul play or external intrusion, leading them to request an autopsy from the National Forensic Service. 

On March 12, his agency, Tajo Entertainment, confirmed to OSEN that the preliminary autopsy results indicated the cause of death was undetermined. They have since requested further toxicology tests to investigate potential drug use, with results expected to take about two weeks. 

Amid concerns about the family's emotional distress and the potential impact on funeral proceedings, the family ultimately decided to hold a memorial service today (March 14) to honor Wheesung's memory alongside his fans and loved ones. 

The agency stated that while the family initially intended for a private ceremony due to the health concerns of Wheesung's mother, they felt it was important to include those who cherished and remembered him. They expressed gratitude for anyone who wishes to join in commemorating Wheesung's final journey. 

Following the news of his passing, many colleagues from the entertainment industry, including Solar from MAMAMOO, Seven, Ailee, Jessi, Hwanhee from Fly to the Sky, and others, have expressed their sorrow and condolences. The wave of tributes has continued for three days since his death. 

Wheesung's funeral is scheduled to take place on March 16 at the Gwangneung Memorial Park.

故휘성, 사망 4일 만에 열린 빈소..유가족 "마지막 함께 해주길" [Oh!쎈 이슈]

Tributes Pour in for Late Singer Wheesung as Funeral Arrangements Begin

The girl group LE SSERAFIM (르세라핌), consisting of Kim Chaewon (김채원), Sakura (사쿠라), Heo Yunjin (허윤진), Kazuha (카즈하), and Hong Eunchae (홍은채), held a showcase on March 14 at YES24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, to celebrate the release of their fifth mini album, 'HOT'. 

During the event, Heo Yunjin expressed her excitement, stating, "We have now reached the final album of our trilogy following 'EASY' and 'CRAZY'. We have prepared this album based on the diverse experiences and lessons we learned last year. We will give our all in this comeback."

Kim Chaewon added, "This is our first album of the year, and I am grateful for all the wonderful experiences from last year. I will work hard with a joyful heart for this comeback." Kazuha mentioned, "We have a variety of music prepared that showcases our unique sides, including lyrical performances."

The mini album 'HOT' encapsulates a passionate approach to love, featuring five tracks. The title track 'HOT' blends rock and disco elements, while other songs include 'Born Fire', which features impressive narration in Korean, English, and Japanese; 'Come Over', which encourages listeners to embrace their feelings and enjoy the moment; 'Ash', which speaks to finding beauty in pain; and 'So Cynical (Badum)', co-written by Kim Chaewon, Heo Yunjin, and Hong Eunchae, urging listeners to boldly dive into love.

Sakura remarked, "'CRAZY' received so much love that it even made a comeback on the charts. To meet our fans' expectations, we have worked hard for this comeback. We will show you a hot and cool side of us."

Finally, Hong Eunchae shared, "This is my first album of 2025, and I prepared it with a fresh mindset as I turn twenty. I have challenged myself with new genres, so I hope you look forward to seeing a new side of me."

LE SSERAFIM's new album 'HOT' will officially be released at 1 PM today.

'컴백' 르세라핌 "'핫'하고 멋진 모습 많이 보여드릴 것" [Oh!쎈 현장]

LE SSERAFIM Promises a Hot Comeback with New Mini Album 'HOT'

On March 14, 2025, the media showcase for LE SSERAFIM's (르세라핌) fifth mini album, 'HOT,' took place at the YES24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. The album encapsulates a heartfelt dedication to love and passion. The group, consisting of Kim Chae-won (김채원), Sakura (사쿠라), Heo Yoon-jin (허윤진), Kazuha (카즈하), and Hong Eun-chae (홍은채), performed their new tracks during the event, showcasing their vibrant energy and musical growth.

[사진]신곡으로 돌아온 르세라핌

LE SSERAFIM Unveils New Mini Album 'HOT' at Media Showcase

On March 15, 2025, Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Goldmedalist, issued a statement refuting the recent claims made by the YouTube channel 'Garo Sero Research Institute' (commonly known as 가세연) during a live broadcast on March 14. The agency emphasized that the photos shared by 가세연 were taken on December 14, 2019, and argued that there is no justification for the indiscriminate release of images related to Kim Soo-hyun and the late Kim Sae-ron's private lives. They urged for an end to the dissemination of personal information.

Goldmedalist also acknowledged the statement made by Kim Sae-ron's mother, expressing deep sympathy for her unimaginable pain following the loss of her daughter. They conveyed their sorrow over the hardships Kim Sae-ron faced during her life and expressed their understanding of the concerns raised by her mother regarding media coverage.

While the agency agreed with some of the points made by Kim Sae-ron's mother, they noted that there are aspects of her claims that differ from their perspective. They suggested that there may be information that she is not yet aware of and stated that publicly debating these issues would not be appropriate for honoring Kim Sae-ron's memory. Goldmedalist expressed a desire to meet with her mother to provide a thorough explanation and invited her to contact the agency at any time.

Recently, Kim Soo-hyun has faced allegations from 가세연 regarding a supposed 'grooming' crime, claiming he had been in a relationship with Kim Sae-ron since she was a minor. The agency clarified that while Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron did have a past relationship, they only dated from the summer of 2019, when she was an adult, until the fall of 2020. They also refuted claims that they pressured Kim Sae-ron regarding a compensation demand related to her DUI incident, stating that the legal documents were part of a process to address losses incurred by her former agency. Goldmedalist has announced plans for strong legal action against the false allegations made by 가세연.

Kim Soo-hyun's Agency Responds to Allegations and Seeks Communication with Kim Sae-ron's Family

Kim Soo-hyun's agency, Gold Medalist, has publicly criticized the YouTube channel 'Garo Sero Research Institute' (가로세로연구소) for spreading personal information about the actor. The channel recently alleged that Kim Soo-hyun had a romantic relationship with the late Kim Sae-ron when she was a minor, claiming they dated for six years since her third year of middle school and raising suspicions of 'grooming' behavior. They also accused Gold Medalist of pressuring Kim Sae-ron regarding a 700 million KRW penalty related to her drunk driving incident, suggesting that Kim Soo-hyun was complicit in this situation.

In response, Kim Sae-ron's family, including her mother and aunt, expressed their desire to restore her reputation, stating that Kim Soo-hyun portrayed her as a liar. Gold Medalist confirmed that while Kim Soo-hyun did date Kim Sae-ron, their relationship only occurred after she turned 18, from the summer of 2019 to the fall of 2020. They clarified that the legal documents sent to Kim Sae-ron were part of a process to address losses incurred by her previous agency due to her drunk driving incident, and they did not pressure her for payment.

On March 15, Gold Medalist condemned the release of a private photo of Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron, taken on December 14, 2019, stating there is no justification for such an invasion of privacy. They also acknowledged the immense pain Kim Sae-ron's mother is experiencing after her loss, expressing their condolences while also empathizing with her concerns regarding media coverage of her daughter.

Gold Medalist emphasized that some of the claims made by Kim Sae-ron's mother differ from their perspective and suggested that there may be information she is not yet aware of. They expressed a desire to meet with her in person to provide a thorough explanation, inviting her to contact their office at any time.

As Kim Soo-hyun faces ongoing scrutiny from the allegations made by Garo Sero Research Institute, his agency's request for a meeting with Kim Sae-ron's mother has drawn significant attention. Meanwhile, Kim Soo-hyun continues to participate in his scheduled activities, including filming for the MBC variety show 'Good Day' (굿데이).

Kim Soo-hyun's Agency Responds to Controversy Surrounding Kim Sae-ron

The mother of the late actress Kim Sae-ron has finally broken her silence, asserting that her daughter never lied about working at a coffee shop and was subjected to bullying by the public. She expressed a desire for her daughter's honor to be restored.

On March 14, the 'Garo Sero Research Institute' (가로세로연구소), claiming to represent Kim Sae-ron's family, released a statement purportedly from her mother. The institute noted that Kim's mother preferred not to reveal her voice, so they used AI technology to present her statement.

In her statement, Kim Sae-ron's mother said, "Sae-ron has never lied to the media. She never pretended to work part-time or was just a girl who enjoyed nightlife with friends. She did not create false dating rumors with manipulated photos. However, Lee Jin-ho and the cyber reporters have fabricated false articles that dragged the life of a promising actress and her family into hell. Furthermore, Gold Medalist labeled her as a 'crazy girl' who lied about her intentions in the photos she posted. Now that Sae-ron is gone, there are outrageous false articles claiming she was a breadwinner for her family and that they squandered hundreds of billions earned from her. These articles are not worth seeing or reading."

She continued, "The ones who trampled on my fallen child and kicked her while she was down are Lee Jin-ho and the cyber reporters. There were also irresponsible media outlets that spread the false narratives written by Lee Jin-ho and the cyber reporters, along with various malicious commenters who supported them. Sae-ron endured this for three years, sleepless and lonely. This is akin to the collective bullying she faced from the public due to the false articles triggered by Lee Jin-ho."

She added, "If Professor Kwon Young-chan from the Korean Celebrity Suicide Prevention Association had not reached out to us, and if Kim Se-yi from Garo Sero had not offered help, our family would have been scapegoats to Lee Jin-ho and the cyber reporters, carrying the burden of Sae-ron's tarnished reputation for life."

In conclusion, she stated, "The actions of Lee Jin-ho and his associates are criminal. It is difficult to hold them accountable for murder within the outdated legal framework. We, the bereaved family, wish to restore the honor that Sae-ron had as an actress during her lifetime, correct the false articles that are entirely untrue, and hope that legal and institutional measures are established to prevent such incidents from happening again, ensuring that the media fulfills its responsibilities."

Kim Sae-ron was found dead at her home in Seongdong-gu, Seoul, on February 16, at the age of 25. A friend who was supposed to meet her discovered her unresponsive and reported it. Police stated that there were no signs of foul play.

In connection with this, the Garo Sero Institute alleged that actor Kim Soo-hyun had been in a relationship with Kim Sae-ron since her minor years, raising suspicions of 'grooming.' They also claimed that Gold Medalist pressured Kim Sae-ron with a 700 million won compensation notice and that Kim Soo-hyun turned a blind eye to it.

In response, Gold Medalist issued an urgent statement on March 14, denying the allegations and clarifying that Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron were in a relationship from the summer of 2019 to the fall of 2020, when Kim Sae-ron was an adult. They also refuted claims regarding the compensation notice, stating it was merely a legal procedure related to a penalty from Kim Sae-ron's DUI incident and not a demand for payment.

Kim Sae-ron's Mother Speaks Out for Justice

Beauty brand Dinto has decided to terminate its advertising model contract with actor Kim Soo-hyun, who has recently been embroiled in allegations regarding his past relationship with the late Kim Sae-ron, who was a minor at the time. On March 15, Dinto announced, "We have decided to end our advertising model contract with Kim Soo-hyun. Given the recent controversies, we believe it is important to uphold the principles of good faith and integrity in our partnership. Therefore, we could not proceed with an official statement or contract termination until we received a position statement from Kim Soo-hyun and his agency." 

According to Dinto, the contract with Kim Soo-hyun was set for one year and was valid until August 2025. The company further stated, "After confirming the agency's position, we have determined that there are significant reasons that make it difficult to fulfill the advertising model contract. We are currently in the process of officially terminating the contract through our legal counsel." 

Dinto emphasized that this decision was made to protect the values of the brand and consumer trust. They added, "We will continue to make careful and responsible decisions that align with consumer trust and pursue more meaningful projects to realize our values." 

Recently, Kim Soo-hyun has faced allegations from the YouTube channel 'Garo Sero Research Institute' (가로세로연구소) and Kim Sae-ron's family, claiming that he was in a relationship with Kim Sae-ron since she was in middle school, starting from when she was 15 years old and continuing for six years. 

On March 14, Gold Medalist, Kim Soo-hyun's agency, released a second statement addressing the allegations. They confirmed that while Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron were indeed former lovers, their relationship began after Kim Sae-ron turned 18, specifically from the summer of 2019 to the fall of 2020. 

In a statement through 'Garo Sero,' Kim Sae-ron's mother asserted, "Sae-ron has never lied to the media. She has never pretended to be someone else for attention, nor was she a child who only enjoyed nightlife with friends. She did not create dating rumors through manipulated photos. However, Lee Jin-ho and Cyber Leakers have fabricated false articles that dragged the life of an ordinary and promising actress and her family into hell. Furthermore, Gold Medalist has portrayed Sae-ron as a crazy girl who lies about her intentions regarding the photos she posted."

Dinto Terminates Contract with Kim Soo-hyun Amid Controversy

The mother of the late actress Kim Sae-ron has publicly addressed the media regarding the false narratives surrounding her daughter. In a statement released on March 14 through a YouTube channel, she expressed that their goal is to restore the tarnished reputation of her daughter, who was unfairly affected by numerous misleading articles. She emphasized the need to hold accountable malicious YouTubers and cyber bullies who have contributed to this situation.

A stated, "Sae-ron never lied to the media. She did not engage in gambling or pretend to work part-time. She was not a girl who only enjoyed nightlife with friends, nor did she create false dating rumors through manipulated photos." She lamented that since Sae-ron's passing, there have been outrageous claims about her being a 'girl head of the household' and that her family squandered her earnings, leading to a plethora of baseless articles that are not worth reading.

A further elaborated on the impact of these false articles, stating that they targeted her young daughter, who had just turned twenty, and that Sae-ron bore the brunt of vicious personal attacks alone. She described the three years of suffering that Sae-ron endured, likening it to being bullied by the public due to the false reports initiated by a figure named Lee Jin-ho.

The family hopes to restore the honor that Sae-ron had as an actress during her lifetime and wishes for legal and institutional measures to prevent such incidents from happening again in the future.

The family has also claimed that Kim Sae-ron was in a relationship with actor Kim Soo-hyun since she was 15 years old, a statement that Kim Soo-hyun's side has denied as false. However, the YouTube channel 'Garo Sero Research Institute' has released letters and photos allegedly sent by Kim Soo-hyun during his military service, further complicating the narrative. They also claimed that a gold medalist demanded compensation from Kim Sae-ron following her DUI incident.

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