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.
Among events scheduled through September 27 since protests began near Olympic Park’s Handball Gymnasium in June, 15 were canceled or relocated. Venue rental fees were refunded for 13 of them, totaling approximately 1.07 billion won, but this figure is separate from audience ticket refunds. Alongside cases such as Yunho and N.Flying concerts moving to Jamsil Indoor Stadium, ticket holders should check each event’s official notices and Interpark’s refund terms.
Lee Chang-dong’s film ‘Possible Love’ will open in South Korean theaters on September 23, 2026, and premiere globally on Netflix 44 days later, on November 6. Those planning to watch it in theaters should use the September release date as their reference, while home viewers should check official announcements and availability information around the November premiere.
Ticket sales for Hunky Show, Blue Flower, and Midnight: Antlers will open from September 7 to 10, 2026. Hunky Show general sales begin at 10 a.m. on September 7; Blue Flower offers Chungmu Art Center presales on September 7 followed by general sales at 11 a.m. on September 8; and Midnight: Antlers opens its first round of tickets at 11 a.m. on September 10. The performance periods covered by each sale and applicable discount periods are also summarized.
JISOO’s single album ‘CLICK’ was released on September 4, 2026. According to the official announcement, it became available at 1 PM KST that day, and Melon lists it as a one-track single album. The official music link allows listeners to choose from multiple music services, while the photobook and CLICK BABY BEAR NFC versions are scheduled for release on September 4 and the vinyl version for November 30.
The BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’ Los Angeles concerts will take place at SoFi Stadium on September 5 and 6. In Korea, the Weverse online live broadcasts begin at noon on September 6 and 7, respectively. Viewers must purchase a 1 DAY PASS or 2 DAY PASS and verify the purchasing account. Because the broadcasts are live and do not offer rewinding or VOD, confirm the viewing date and access requirements in advance.
LISA’s feature documentary ‘Always Lalisa’ will receive a limited IMAX and theatrical release beginning October 12, 2026. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale through the official website on September 9, followed by a global YouTube Premium release later in 2026. Past relationships mentioned in the documentary and the creative background of ‘Dream’ are historical accounts and do not establish LISA’s current relationship status.
KPop Demon Hunters won in the animated film categories at the Golden Globes and Oscars, while “Golden” won different music awards at the Golden Globes, Grammys, and Oscars. Separating the film’s achievements from those of the song helps clarify the significance of the 2026 records and the scope of the phrase “first K-pop.”
Park Joon-hyung announced his return to Wassup Man after approximately four years, and reports said he also appeared on the official channel in May 2026. Interest in his spouse spread online, but claims about an appearance, a spouse 14 years younger, and a date after 12 years have not been confirmed by an official individual video or independent reporting.
The newly confirmed central development behind the surge in searches for Kyeon Mi-ri is Lee Yu-bi’s appearance on the SBS variety show ‘My AI Partner – Gian’s Love’ on September 3, where she revealed her first home living alone and took part in an AI blind date. Lee Yu-bi was reported to have chosen Lee Hoon from three AI boyfriend candidates. However, there is no confirmed basis for interpreting this as a real romantic relationship or as new news about Kyeon Mi-ri herself.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 3 is currently scheduled to premiere on Disney+ on November 20, 2026, according to official listings. The season is the first screen adaptation of Rick Riordan’s third novel, The Titan’s Curse, with key cast members including Walker Scobell confirmed to return. However, the episode count and release format still require official confirmation.
Park Seo-jin’s Seoul encore concerts for the national tour “MY NAME IS SEOJIN,” scheduled for July 4–5, 2026, have been canceled. His agency said it had considered moving the venue and changing the schedule but determined that proceeding as planned would be difficult. Purchased tickets will be fully refunded in stages through the ticketing platform. The refund completion timeline and any rescheduled dates have not yet been confirmed.
This article summarizes the confirmed eight-member Topbaekgui representative panel for SBS’s “Our Ballad 2,” the first-round recording held on August 8–9, 2026, and the planned premiere in October 2026. It provides an at-a-glance view of the performances by contestants averaging 17.9 years old, the on-site reaction that prompted a standing ovation from the entire panel, and the currently confirmed broadcast information.
The key information currently confirmed about The Voice UK concerns Series 14 in 2025. Its ITV1 premiere on August 16, 2025, and simultaneous availability on ITVX were reported, while some viewers reacted negatively after the premiere because there was no opening performance featuring the coaches together. Claims that Kelly Rowland will join in 2026 and that a Rewind Button will be introduced should be considered separately from the currently confirmed official information.
The film ‘Bikwang,’ directed by Lee Ji-won and starring Ryu Seung-ryong, Ha Ji-won, Kim Si-a, and others, is scheduled for a domestic theatrical release on September 2, 2026. Readers looking for its release date, plot, and principal cast can review the currently available information from the production presentation, press screening, and actor interviews.
Tim Curry died at his Los Angeles home on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80. His death was confirmed by Marcia Hurwitz, his longtime manager and friend, and the cause of death was not disclosed in the reports verified at the time. His major career milestones include Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Pennywise in the television miniseries It.
Lee Hye-young’s YouTube channel “Hye-young Can’t Be Stopped” posted content featuring Ji Ye-eun on August 30, 2026. In the content, Lee gave Ji one of her Chanel bags, which Ji described as her first Chanel bag. Lee also said she would give Ji 1 million won as a wedding gift if Ji invited her to the ceremony.
SBS audition project “Our Ballad 2” recruited on-site second-round judges, known as the “Top 100 Ears,” through its official website from August 19 to 28. Selected participants by lottery were scheduled to attend the second-round recording on September 12. As the original application period has passed, applicants should check the SBS official page again for current application availability and detailed instructions.
Rockstar Games’ official Extended Look, released on August 27, 2026, was captured entirely in-game on PlayStation 5. It showcased criminal profiles, body-part targeting, details of the wanted system, switching between Jason and Lucia during combat, changing disguises, and a range of side activities. A Rockstar North preview summarized 69 gameplay details, including robberies, vehicle theft, NPC interactions, and story choices. The current official release date is November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
A birthday party video featuring Sunwoo Yong-yeo was uploaded to Park Mi-sun’s YouTube channel, Misun Impossible. After dining and shopping together, Park Mi-sun bought cashmere clothing worth about KRW 500,000 as a birthday gift. The video also covered conversations about Sunwoo Yong-yeo’s criteria for choosing a spouse and changes in Park Mi-sun’s relationship with her husband.
Dolly Parton died in Nashville at age 80 on August 25, 2026. The news was disclosed by her family and spokesperson, followed by the White House order to lower flags and tributes from the music, film, and television industries. Reports differ on the cause of death, so the statements from announcing parties and media coverage should be distinguished.