Hyun Bin’s latest movie, Harbin, is already making waves even before its release, with a staggering 321,124 pre-sale ticket reservations as of December 22.

According to the Korea Film Council, Harbin is dominating with a real-time reservation rate of 54.2%, solidifying its spot as the #1 most anticipated film.

The numbers are jaw-dropping—2.8 times higher than this year’s box-office hit, The Burial, and nearly triple last year’s biggest film, Spring of Seoul.

The buzz around Harbin is fueled by glowing reviews from press and audience preview screenings.

Many praised Hyun Bin’s powerful performance as Ahn Jung Geun, a historical figure who left a deep mark in Korean history.

Within just two days, pre-sale tickets soared from 200,000 to over 300,000, proving the film's enormous popularity.

Adding to the excitement, Hyun Bin’s wife, superstar actress Son Ye Jin, attended the VIP premiere to show her full support.

Fans were thrilled to see her cheering for her husband, sparking talk about the “Son Ye Jin effect” on Harbin’s success.

Set in 1909, Harbin tells a gripping story of intense chases and hidden motives as characters head to Harbin with intertwined fates. The film, directed by Woo Min Ho, promises suspense, action, and heartfelt moments.

Harbin is set to hit theaters on December 24, and with pre-sale numbers like these, it’s already shaping up to be a massive holiday hit!

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IU (Lee Ji Eun), the beloved singer and actress, has caused a stir after providing food for fans attending a rally calling for the impeachment of President Yoon Seok Yeol.

Her act of support led to strong reactions, with a former emergency committee member of the People Power Party expressing his disappointment.

On December 22, Park Eun Sik, a former committee member, took to social media to share his feelings. He wrote, “I was genuinely sad when I saw the article about IU supporting the impeachment rally”.

Park Eun Sik, who has been a longtime fan of IU, continued, “I’ve always thought she had talent since the days she sang 'Boo' and 'Marshmallow'".

He added, "I also supported her when she appeared on Infinite Challenge to sing 'Cold Noodles' in place of Jessica from Girls’ Generation, even though Park Myung Soo rudely said, 'Who’s that? Bring Jessica back.' She endured that and worked hard, which made me cheer for her even more.”

He went on to recall his pride in IU’s career: “When I saw her sing the high notes in 'Good Day', I was so happy thinking, 'Finally, IU is making it.' I felt proud when she was recognized as an artist after composing songs, and I was in awe when I saw her succeed as an actress in My Mister. I can never forget the emotion I felt when I first heard 'Night Letter' in the military.”

However, his tone shifted as he expressed regret over IU's recent actions, saying, "It seems like she didn’t show her political stance before. Now, some conservatives are calling for a boycott, and I hope that doesn’t happen."

Park Eun Sik closed his message with a call to action for conservatives: “In times like these, conservatives should work to become a more attractive group and show efforts to earn the support of talented artists like IU. "

He added, "Just as many artists, including Kanye West, supported Trump and the Republican Party, IU also put in immense effort to gain public recognition. Our People Power Party must also strive to move the public in that way.”

Earlier, on December 13, IU made headlines when she pre-paid for meals at a nearby restaurant for fans who attended the impeachment rally in Yeouido, Seoul.

Her agency, Edam Entertainment, explained, "To help warm the cold hands of UAENA (her fandom) who attended the rally with IU's light stick in the cold weather, we prepared food and hot packs. We provided bread, drinks, soup, gomtang (beef soup), separate rice soup, and rice cakes."

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