In a surprise twist, Jo Jung Suk and Park Jin Joo made a special appearance in the premiere of When the Stars Gossip, a brand new drama that just aired on January 4!

The new tvN drama, which stars Gong Hyo Jin and Lee Min Ho, features a thrilling story set in space. But what really had fans buzzing was the unexpected cameo by Jo Jung Suk and Park Jin Joo, who played important roles in the first episode.

In this episode, Jo Jung Suk took on the role of a news anchor, reporting about a space mission involving a character named Gong Ryong (played by Lee Min Ho). The mission was all about sending vital kits to space to help fight incurable diseases like dementia.

Jo Jung Suk’s character gave the viewers key updates, saying, “With 700 billion KRW, the obstetrician Dinosaur joined the space tourists.” Park Jin Joo also appeared as a reporter covering the scene, adding more excitement to the storyline.

The cameo didn’t just catch the attention of fans because of the drama’s plot—it’s also tied to the strong friendship between Jo Jung Suk, Park Jin Joo, and director Park Shin Woo.

Director Park Shin Woo previously worked with Gong Hyo Jin, Jo Jung Suk, and Park Jin Joo on the hit SBS drama Jealousy Incarnate, so this reunion was extra special!

Fans are already loving the connection between the stars and can’t wait to see what happens next in When the Stars Gossip, a show that tells the story of Eve (Gong Hyo Jin), the boss of a zero-gravity space station, and Gong Ryong (Lee Min Ho), a mysterious guest with a hidden agenda.

This thrilling space drama is just getting started, and we can’t wait to see how Jo Jung Suk and the rest of the cast will continue to surprise us in upcoming episodes!

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Former BIGBANG member T.O.P (Choi Seung Hyun) is facing a wave of controversy after his appearance in Squid Game 2, and it’s not just his acting that’s causing a stir—his past drug conviction is leading to serious censorship!

In the January 7th episode of MBC’s Live Morning Show, Squid Game 2 was in the spotlight, showcasing its massive global success. But despite the drama’s popularity, it hasn’t been without its issues, especially when it comes to T.O.P’s involvement.

The show has been met with backlash in South Korea, and much of the criticism centers around T.O.P’s casting. The former BIGBANG member, who has a past drug conviction, was noticeably blurred out during scenes from Squid Game 2 shown on the broadcast.

Viewers quickly noticed the censorship, which is believed to be linked to his marijuana conviction in 2017. At that time, T.O.P was sentenced to 10 months in prison, which was suspended for two years. This scandal caused him to step away from the entertainment world and leave BIGBANG.

Though T.O.P vowed to stay out of the limelight, his appearance in Squid Game 2 came as a surprise. However, his return has been anything but smooth. His performance has been heavily criticized for lacking emotional depth and skill, sparking even more controversy.

To make matters worse, Squid Game lead actor Park Sung Hoon also found himself in hot water after sharing a parody image of a Japanese adult film cover on social media, adding fuel to the ongoing backlash.

Despite all the drama surrounding it, Squid Game 2 continues to receive global attention. It was even nominated for Best Drama Series at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards but didn’t take home the prize.

T.O.P's blurred-out appearance and mixed reception in Squid Game 2 have added another layer of drama to his already complicated career comeback!

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