Actress Song Hye Kyo is making headlines with her dramatic new look and her exciting new project alongside Gong Yoo. The highly anticipated drama Slowly and Intensely has officially begun filming!

According to Star News on January 13, the cast and crew started shooting on January 12, marking the beginning of a massive production with a budget of over 70 billion won (about $52.8 million).

Written by the renowned screenwriter Noh Hee Kyung, Slowly and Intensely takes viewers back to the 1960s and 1970s. The story explores the lives of stars and the people working behind the scenes in the broadcasting industry.

This is Song Hye Kyo's third time working with Noh Hee Kyung, following their collaborations in The World That They Live In (2008) and That Winter, The Wind Blows (2013). Fans are eagerly anticipating another masterpiece from this dynamic duo.

Song Hye Kyo’s short haircut has already sparked excitement among fans. On the YouTube channel YoJung JaeHyung, the actress shared, “I cut my hair for the next project. It’s a Noh Hee Kyung production, and it’s a historical drama set in the 1960s and 70s.”

Her connection with Noh Hee Kyung runs deep. During her appearance on tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, Song Hye Kyo revealed that Noh once taught her an important life lesson: “You need to love yourself first to share more love with those around you and to see the world in a better light.” Inspired by these words, Song has kept a gratitude journal twice a day for five years.

Adding to the excitement, Gong Yoo will star alongside Song Hye Kyo in the drama. This project reunites him with director Lee Yoon Jung, who previously directed the iconic Coffee Prince. Fans are already buzzing about the chemistry between these two powerhouse actors.

Slowly and Intensely is planned as a 22-episode series and will premiere exclusively on Netflix. The production team is aiming to complete filming in the first half of this year, with a release date expected soon after.

With its star-studded cast, a legendary writer, and a massive budget, Slowly and Intensely promises to be one of the biggest dramas of the year. Fans can’t wait to see Song Hye Kyo and Gong Yoo bring this captivating story to life!

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IVE has officially kicked off their latest era with a massive global bang!

The girl group, made up of Ahn Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Lee Seo, released their pre-release track "REBEL HEART" from their upcoming third EP IVE EMPATHY on January 13, and the response has been nothing short of incredible. The group is making waves across global charts, proving their dominance once again.

As of 8 AM on January 14, IVE soared to the #1 spot on the iTunes Top K-pop Song chart in six countries/regions, including Vietnam, the Philippines, Romania, Portugal, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. They also claimed second place in New Zealand, Hungary, and Taiwan. In countries like Germany, Japan, Australia, Canada, and France, IVE maintained top spots, taking the #1 position in 14 countries/regions worldwide.

The group also topped the iTunes Top Song chart, reaching #1 in Cambodia and Hong Kong and landing in the Top 10 in nine other regions, including the Philippines, Bahrain, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand—an outstanding global achievement for the group.

The "REBEL HEART" music video, featuring the members' emotional performances and stunning visuals, hit 5 million views just 16 hours after its release. By 10 AM, it claimed the #1 spot on YouTube's Trending Music videos, continuing to captivate fans worldwide. The video also secured #2 on YouTube’s Worldwide Music Video Trending, while the teaser video, which was released earlier, ranked 11th, solidifying IVE’s spot as a global powerhouse.

In South Korea, "REBEL HEART" was an instant hit. It topped the Bugs real-time chart, claimed the #1 spot on Melon HOT100 (just 30 days after its release), and dominated Vibe's domestic rising chart. The track also ranked 5th on Melon HOT100 (100 days after release), 22nd on the TOP100, and 13th on Genie TOP100, marking a very successful comeback.

With its sweet strings, upbeat drums, and addictive charm, "REBEL HEART" showcases a bold transformation driven by self-confidence and the theme of "empathy." The track is just the beginning of a deeper, more evolved musical journey for IVE.

As IVE continues their global activities with "REBEL HEART," fans can expect even more from this multi-talented group.

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