We take an in-depth look at trending issues in entertainment, broadcasting, film, OTT, performances, and sports, focusing on the latest verified facts and official schedules and viewing information.
In episode 9 of The Judge from Hell 2, Yoo Seong-won is suspected as a prime suspect in a serial disappearance case, but has not been confirmed as the culprit. Five people are implicated in the disappearance allegations, including four models from Korea and the United Kingdom and Kim Hee-jun, who vanished immediately after making a tip. At an art high school, the death of Moon Se-yeon and drugs found in her body entered the investigation. The preview for episode 10 shows Jin Yi-soo and Joo Hye-ra confronting the person who hid the drugs.
Netflix has officially confirmed production of ‘Culinary Class Wars’ Season 3. The season will feature teams of four chefs representing a single restaurant rather than individual competition. Teams formed by individual applicants or chefs from different restaurants will not be eligible. A specific release date has not yet been announced.
The Source Music 2026 SUMMER Audition begins in Incheon on September 5, 2026, and will take place across 10 regions through Seogwipo on October 18. Applicants born in or after 2008 may apply in one of four categories—vocal, rap, dance, or other—with no restrictions on gender or nationality. However, preregistration closed at 11:59 p.m. on August 23, and no separate on-site registration will be available.
Song Kang’s first variety-show appearance after completing his military service was confirmed to be episode 357 of tvN’s ‘You Quiz on the Block.’ The episode aired at 8:45 p.m. on August 26, 2026, and tvN’s official video page has published highlights and segment clips related to Song Kang.
Assassins, Tazza: The Song of Belzebub, and Possible Love have all been confirmed for release on September 23, 2026. The first two are listed as upcoming releases on KOBIS, while Possible Love will open in select Korean theaters before arriving on Netflix on November 6.
Q of THE BOYZ was reported to have signed an exclusive contract with PEACHY Company on September 4, 2026. He will use his real name, Ji Chang-min, for acting activities, while THE BOYZ’s nine-member group activities, including Q, and individual activities will continue under separate contracts.
The final ticket release for the play The Helmet is scheduled for Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 2 PM. The release covers 32 performances from September 29 through October 11 at Hongik University Daehangno Art Center Small Theater. Tickets are KRW 55,000 for both SMALL ROOM and BIG ROOM, and the minimum age is 14.
TV CHOSUN’s variety show Cheonman Giin Show, originally scheduled to premiere at 10 p.m. on July 7, 2026, has been rescheduled and confirmed to premiere at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1. Kang Ho-dong and Boom will serve as hosts, and the second episode is listed for September 8.
Park Seo-jin’s Seoul encore performances for his national tour, scheduled for July 4–5, 2026, at Ticketlink Live Arena, were canceled on June 22. A venue move and schedule change were considered, but the agency said the concert could not proceed as planned because of operational conditions and difficulties adjusting the schedule within the system. All tickets will be fully refunded without cancellation fees.
IU will release a new digital single on September 10, 2026, at 6 PM (KST). The official teaser shows only the release schedule, and the song title has not yet been announced. The new track comes approximately one year after “Bye, Summer.”
LE SSERAFIM’s second single album, Made My Night, will be released in Korea on September 11 at 1 p.m. KST, with Korean preorders closing on September 10 at 11:59 p.m. The release outside Korea is scheduled for October 9. Weverse Global’s shipping date and product-specific preorder benefits should be understood as retailer-specific information.
In an appearance on ‘Wonderful Women’ reportedly released on September 3, Hwang Bo-ra discussed parenting concerns and her ongoing IVF attempts for a second child. Her efforts and reasons had already been reported in April and August; this was neither a new plan nor a pregnancy announcement.
Kim Go-eun won the Grand Prize at the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards. The Drama Best Picture winner was confirmed to be TVING’s ‘The Soldiers, Who Became Legends,’ not ‘The Typhoon Kitchen.’ Here is a summary of the Variety Best Picture winner, major acting award recipients, and the KBS broadcast schedule.
Netflix’s fall 2026 film lineup is organized by release dates in September, October, and November. Check key details for each title, including Possible Love’s South Korean theatrical release and worldwide Netflix debut on November 6, as well as A Dog’s Perfect Christmas, arriving on November 4.
BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ IN LOS ANGELES will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, United States, on September 5 and 6, 2026. To watch the online live stream from Korea, purchase a pass through Weverse Shop and complete ticket verification with the purchasing account. The two concerts will be streamed live at noon Korea Standard Time on September 6 and 7, respectively. VOD is not included.
Kwon Eun-bi released her first new release since joining RBW, the digital single “DEJAVU,” at 6 p.m. on September 3, 2026. Led by disco-pop built on rhythmic bass and upbeat guitar sounds, the track reflects the fresh and dreamy direction Kwon Eun-bi described herself. Her official schedule for the September 4 pre-recording and live broadcast of KBS’s Music Bank has also been announced.
The 2026 MTV VMAs nominees were announced on August 18. Madonna leads with 11 nominations, followed by Taylor Swift with 9. The K-pop category, Best K-Pop, includes BTS, BLACKPINK, LISA, CORTIS, KATSEYE, and LE SSERAFIM. The ceremony will take place in Los Angeles on September 27. Here are the U.S. broadcast details and fan-voting deadlines.
‘Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story,’ the fourth installment in Netflix’s ‘Monster’ anthology, will premiere on September 17, 2026. Ella Beatty stars as Lizzie Borden, joined by Vicky Krieps, Charlie Hunnam, Rebecca Hall, Billie Lourd, Jessica Barden, and Sarah Paulson in key roles. The series draws on the historical background of the 1892 case and its acquittal while also highlighting the differences between the official drama description and the adaptation.
&TEAM’s Korean 2nd Mini Album ‘Mark on Me’ is scheduled for release at 6:00 p.m. on September 8, 2026, followed by a comeback showcase at 8:00 p.m. the same day. The showcase is scheduled to stream for free on Weverse LIVE, HYBE LABELS YouTube, &TEAM TikTok, and SBS KPOP YouTube, with multilingual live captions available on Weverse LIVE. The offline event is invitation-only for raffle winners, and livestream times may change depending on on-site and network conditions.
Games·eSports Seoul 2026 will take place at DDP from September 18 to 20. Admission is free, and advance registrants may be able to enter more quickly, but the opening ceremony and forums require separate preregistration. Here is a space-by-space guide to confirmed programs, including the Hyundai N Virtual Cup, PWS, the Seoul Cup finals, game IP exhibitions, and indie-game experiences.