• DAY6's Sungjin Gears Up for Solo Debut with Concept Photos for 30

    Sungjin from DAY6 is all set for his solo debut! He will release his first regular album, 30, along with the title track "Check Pattern" on November 5.

    JYP Entertainment is building up the excitement by sharing teaser content on their official social media, including cinematic videos, schedules, track lists, and sneak peeks. On October 28, they released the first concept photos for 30, making fans even more eager.

    In the teaser images, Sungjin looks warm and inviting under the soft autumn sunlight. His visuals perfectly match the season, and his deep gaze adds to the anticipation. Props like a guitar and wired earphones highlight his artistic side.

    The title track "Check Pattern" showcases Sungjin's skills, as he wrote and composed the song himself. The lyrics offer a realistic and calming vibe, with lines like, "When I think that meeting you was just a coincidence, maybe I can endure the separation." This soothing track is sure to be a favorite among fans both in Korea and abroad this autumn.

    The album 30 features ten stories that capture Sungjin's experiences since turning thirty. He played a major role in creating the entire album, which includes songs like "Like a Character in a Fairytale," "I Want to Do Nothing," "You Who Are Nowhere," "The Tree Will Eventually Endure Winter," "Wednesday Night," "EASY," "You Wake Me Up," "I Don't Wanna Lose," and "Memories."

    The album also features contributions from talented writers like Jae Joon, MonoTree's Lee Ju-hyung, MINGTION, Dasol, Sim Hyun, Oh Ji-hyun, and Aaron Kim, raising hopes for an amazing release.

    In addition to the album, Sungjin will hold a solo concert titled SUNGJIN SOLO CONCERT <30> at the Donghae Culture and Arts Center at Kwangwoon University in Seoul from November 8 to 10.

    Tickets for all performances sold out quickly during the pre-sale for DAY6's official fan club, My Day, on October 24.

    With such strong support from fans, the concert promises to be a fantastic and romantic experience.

    Don't miss Sungjin's album 30 and the title track "Check Pattern," dropping on November 5 at 6 PM!

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  • Song Kang Ho Reveals Shocking Reason He Rejected "Joint Security Area" Role at First — Find Out Why He Changed His Mind

    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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