Jeon So Min's agency, King Kong by Starship, has confirmed that the actress will be leaving the popular entertainment program 'Running Man.' The announcement was made on October 24.

According to the agency, Jeon So Min will be filming her last episode on October 30 KST before bidding farewell to 'Running Man.'

King Kong by Starship revealed that the decision was not made lightly, as Jeon So Min had spent six years with the show and its cast members.

In a statement, the agency said, "After extensive discussions with the members of 'Running Man,' the production team, and our agency, Jeon So Min ultimately decided that she needed some time to recharge in order to show a better side of herself."

They also expressed gratitude towards those who have supported and laughed with Jeon So Min during her time on the show.

The news of Jeon So Min's departure has left netizens and fans disappointed and saddened. Many expressed their disappointment, stating that they watched 'Running Man' specifically for Jeon So Min.

Some comments included, "No, I was watching 'Running Man' to see So Min. I guess I don't need to watch the broadcast anymore," and "No, she was my favorite member."

Others praised Jeon So Min's contributions to the show, with comments like, "So Min made 'Running Man' so fun," and "I really liked seeing Jeon So Min work so hard and she made the show so fun."

Some fans also expressed their support for her decision, saying, "I'll support her even if she leaves."

Jeon So Min's departure from 'Running Man' marks another significant loss for the show, leaving fans curious about the future direction of the program.

However, many also acknowledged that Jeon So Min's departure may open up new opportunities for her as an actress.

As fans bid farewell to Jeon So Min on 'Running Man,' they are hopeful that she will continue to shine in her future endeavors.

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Actor Song Kang Ho shocked fans by revealing the surprising reason he initially turned down the iconic role in Joint Security Area (JSA).

On February 4, the movie JSA was celebrated as a "Visionary" work at a special GV (Guest Visit) event for CJ ENM’s 30th anniversary at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. The event was attended by director Park Chan-wook and stars like Song Kang Ho, Lee Byung Hun, Lee Young Ae, Kim Tae Woo, and Ko Kyung Beom, who shared stories from the making of the film.

Joint Security Area, a groundbreaking film by director Park Chan-wook, tells the story of North and South Korean soldiers caught in a tragic incident at the border, highlighting the human side of the divided nations. The film has been widely praised for changing the perception of inter-Korean relations and is seen as a key moment in Korean cinema.

During the event, Song Kang Ho admitted that he turned down the JSA script at first, saying, "The script was just too perfect. It was so well-written and tightly woven that I couldn’t believe it. I thought, ‘Is this really Korean cinema at this level?’ I felt it was too good, and I figured the movie wouldn’t live up to the script."

He also mentioned that at the time, Park Chan-wook’s previous films hadn’t done well, which made him even more doubtful. "But after meeting the director, I started to trust him," Song Kang Ho added.

Reflecting on the film 20 years later, Song Kang Ho joked, "I was flipping through channels and watched JSA again. I thought, ‘There was a time when I wasn’t envious of Lee Byung Hun,’ but he looked so handsome and cool back then." He continued, laughing, "One thing about Park Chan-wook's films is that they have a depth and elegance that you just can’t forget. It’s probably why his new movie is called I Can’t Help It."

Song Kang Ho also spoke fondly of reuniting with his JSA co-stars after 25 years. He shared, "We didn’t watch the film together, but we had a cozy two-hour dinner. After all this time, it felt nostalgic. It was heartwarming to sit together again and reminisce about the past. It really made me realize how meaningful these moments are."

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