BNT Exclusive: Actor Hyunwoo's Secret Revealed

On a BNT Exlusive pictorial and interview with Hyunwoo, he revealed one of the secrets to his lifelong career. Fans have been wondering the secret to his baby face. The 33 year old actor proudly replied, "It's in my genes. My parents are baby faced so they look 10 years younger than their actual age. As being proud of his family's advantage, he also stated the difficulties he's experiencing especially in his career. "I had a lot of roles given to me where I needed to act younger than my actual age, so it was hard for me to convey emotions. But now i'm seeing it as an advantage."

He was also asked about his plans about marriage as he is almost reaching his 10 year

career. "I haven't concretely thought about it yet. It'll happen in time."

Hyunwoo is bound to make his television comeback this October in an upcoming SBS Drama, "Bravo My Life". He will also be appearing on big screen in a Filipino-Korean Movie, "You With Me" alongside Filipina Actress, Devon Seron.

(Photo Credits: BNT International)

A Quick Look At Phil-Kor's Booth Side

Last September 9, 2017, one of the biggest Filipino-Korean Event happened at the Aliw Theater, Pasay. The 26^th Annual Philippines-Korea Cultural Exchange Festival was organized by the United Korean Community Association in the Philippines together with, the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines, Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Philippines and National Commission for Culture and Arts. The event showcased a lot of Korean and Filipino performances as well as guest appearances from Busan Gugak, Serotonin Performing Arts Company, Ballet Manila and Kpop Boy Group, OFFROAD.

Aside from the performances and cultural show, one of the highlights of the event was the Booth Activities. Organizations and well known companies like the Department of Tourism, BDO, Korea Tourism Organization, Asiana Airlines, Lock & Lock, Megaworld, Philippine Kpop Community and Arirang Town Philippines as well as the organizing team, UKCA, NCCA, KCC and ShowBT Philippines Corp. participated in the said activity. Different foods ranging from Korean snacks to Korean meals were served at the lobby. There was also a photo op wall ready for the welcoming guests and a booth where people can try wearing Hanbok, a Korean traditional dress. While people were busy roaming around and trying out different booths, there were small performances prepared for the audience and random KPOP music played for everyone to enjoy. Indeed this year’s PHIL-KOR 2017 showcased a lot of exciting activities for everyone and gained positive feedbacks from the participants.

Here's a quick look at some of the pictures at the booth area taken last Phil-Kor:

A Fresh Update From Hoya After His Departure On Infinite

After the news about Hoya's withdrawal from the group Infinite broke out, he finally give his fans a quick update. On September 12, he uploaded an Instagram video of him freestyling to a song. Fans left heartful and uplifting comments and wishes him well on his new journey as a solo artist.

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Meanwhile it is also revealed that Hoya will be releasing a new album. Let's wish Hoya and the remaining Infinite members, a success.

(Photo Credits: Infinite Official Facebook)

Sunmi Goes Colorful For Cosmopolitan

It's officially fall in Korea and the weather is cooling down but former Wonder Girls member, Sunmi is looking bright for the new issue of Cosmopolitan. The pictures show glimpse of her looking sexy and cute at the same time while wearing bright colors like pink, blue, yellow and golden brown. The cold weather didn't stop her from flaunting her body line. You can check her pictures below.

Meanwhile, Sunmi is back with her new solo track, Gashina.

(Photo Credits: Naver.com)

Lee Jong Suk Becomes South Korea's Threat In A New Movie

Lee Jong Suk takes a 180-degree turn as he becomes the main antagonist in the movie, "V.I.P". The story is about a North Korean defector Gwang-Il (played by Jongsuk) that is sent by the US Central Intelligence Agency and South Korea's National Intelligence Service to South Korea for a mission, but is hunt down by the Government as he becomes the prime suspect of different murders. According to Jong Suk, this is his first time acting as a main villain and he felt scared on taking up the challenge. From a school boy figure, Go Nam Soon from the popular series "School 2013", Surgeon, Park Hoon in "Doctor Stranger" to a News Reporter, Choi Dal-Po in "Pinocchio" and Comic Star, Kang-Chul from the series, "W", he has proved how diverse he is when it comes to acting. 

On the other hand, the movie, "V.I.P" made its way on cinemas last August 23. After a day of its release, it already sold 10 million tickets making it number one and surpassing the movie, "A Taxi Driver". The movie caters bright stars like Kim Myung Min, Jang Dong Gun and Park Hee Soon.  

(Photo Credits: Warner Bros. Korea)

Remembering Jürgen Hinzpeter

On August 21, The City of Gwangju held an exhibit for the late German Reporter, Jürgen Hinzpeter at the Gwangju Metropolitan City. This is to commemorate Hinzpeter's remarkable participation on the May 18 Democratic Uprising in Gwangju in 1980. The exhibit entitled, "Gwangju's Truth as told by Jürgen Hinzpeter" show photos and videos taken by him during the Gwangju Democracy Movement and some of his personal items like IDs and his pair of glasses. The exhibit will run up to September 3.

Meanwhile, the exhibit gathered attention after an indie film, "A Taxi Driver" was shown. The movie is based from a true to life story of the historical movement and is dedicated to Hinzpeter and all the people involved.

Jürgen Hinzpeter is a German Reporter from ARD-NDR Broadcasting Company. He did not limit himself as a reporter during that time as he was also part of the movement against the injustice act of the military. He passed away last January 25, 2016 at the age of 79 and some of his remains are buried at Gwangju, next to the remains of the victims. 

(Photo Credits from Korea.net)

Ex Jewelry Member To Get Married Again!

After battling a love scar from her first marriage last 2013, Singer-Actress Lee Ji-Hyun finds herself back on track stronger and happier as she is bound to get married to her second husband by the end of September. Lee Ji-Hyun said that her soon to be husband is an Ophthalmologist and that her family and friends will gather on their private wedding.

"I want to build a new family with my two children and I am asking for your encouragement", the soon to be bride said. 

Lee Ji-Hyun got married last 2013, had two children and got divorced last year. She tries to battle the pain by turning into an actress and she starred in a few dramas like SBS's "Good Day To Love" and MBC's "Tomorrow" while taking care of her children.

Let's wish Lee Ji-Hyun a successful life.

(photo credits from Naver.com)