• "Queen of Tears" Star Kwak Dong Yeon to Meet Fans in Japan After 6 Years with 'HEARTS' Fan Meeting

    Kwak Dong Yeon, known as the 'Queen of Tears' for his emotional performances, is set to hold a fan meeting in Japan after six years.

    Scheduled for June 28th at 5 PM, the 2024 Kwak Dong Yeon Japan Fan Meeting 'HEARTS' will take place at the Mozart Hall in Tokyo's Katsushika Symphony Hills.

    The event derives its name from Kwak Dong Yeon's official fan club, 'Heart Kwakdong,' symbolizing a gathering of fans' hearts alongside the actor's own.

    This fan meeting marks Kwak Dong Yeon's reunion with Japanese fans since his last visit in 2018, following the success of KBS 2TV's ' Love in the Moonlight,' where he gained widespread recognition for his role as Hong Ra-on. The drama achieved a peak viewership of 24.8%, contributing to his global popularity.

    Expressing gratitude towards his Japanese fans who have consistently supported him through dramas like 'Vincenzo,' 'Gaus Electronics,' 'Big Mouth,' 'Our Beloved Summer,' and Love in the Moonlight,' Kwak Dong Yeon's agency stated, "Special performances are being prepared for the fans," heightening excitement for the upcoming event.

    Tickets for the 2024 Kwak Dong Yeon Japan Fan Meeting 'HEARTS' are currently available for pre-booking to Japanese fan club members until the 20th through the fan club website. General ticket sales will begin on the 24th via Lawson Ticket.

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  • Actor Jo In Sung Leaves His Agency NS ENM (IOK Company) After 13 Years

    Actor Jo In Sung is turning a new page in his career.

    On March 3, NS ENM officially announced that Jo In Sung’s exclusive contract has ended. The agency shared, "Ahead of the contract’s expiration, we had in-depth discussions with Jo In Sung for a long time."

    They added, "In the end, we mutually agreed not to renew. We sincerely thank Jo In Sung for trusting and being with us for so many years, and we will continue to support his future endeavors."

    Jo In Sung also shared his heartfelt thoughts, saying, "I sincerely thank the CEO and all the staff who have been with me for a long time."

    He added, "Their constant support and encouragement gave me strength, and I’m truly grateful. I will never forget their kindness over the past 13 years."

    Fans are curious about what’s next for the beloved actor, who has built an impressive career in both dramas and films.

    From hit series like It’s Okay, That’s Love and That Winter, the Wind Blows to blockbuster movies like Escape from Mogadishu and The King, Jo In Sung has continuously showcased his versatility.

    Beyond acting, he also made a mark in variety shows with tvN’s Unexpected Business, winning hearts with his down-to-earth personality.

    Most recently, he gained international fame for his powerful performance in Disney+’s Moving, where his emotional depth and action skills left a lasting impression.

    Currently, Jo In Sung has completed filming director Na Hong Jin’s Hope and is in the middle of shooting director Ryoo Seung Wan’s film Humint.

    With his next steps still unknown, fans are eagerly waiting to see where his journey will take him!

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