Actress and singer Suzy is set to bring heartache to the big screen in her upcoming film Seven O'clock Breakfast Meeting for the Brokenhearted.

On January 13th, the production team behind the film revealed that Suzy, along with Lee Jin Wook, Yoo Ji Tae, and Geum Sae Rok, will star in the emotional story.

The movie is based on the novel of the same name and follows characters dealing with the pain of breakups and the struggles of moving on.

Suzy will play Sa Kang, a flight attendant who falls in love with someone she can’t have. Her character's journey is deeply connected to her breakup with Jeong Su, portrayed by Yoo Ji Tae. The heart-wrenching breakup promises to showcase Yoo Ji Tae’s emotional depth in his role.

Lee Jin Wook will take on the role of Ji Hoon, a consultant and professional lecturer, while Geum Sae Rok will play Hyun Jung, a teacher who has been in a long-term relationship with him. Their characters explore the reality of long-term love and its ups and downs.

The movie also boasts a stellar supporting cast, with veteran actors like Jeon Hye Jin, Bae Jong Ok, Lee Seong Wook, Park Se Jin, Lee Ga Seop, Jeon Seok Chan, and Mi Ram, who will share their own stories of love and life.

Directed by Lim Sun Ae, known for her work on 69 Years Old and Love at the End of the Century, the film is expected to delicately explore the emotional experiences of its characters.

Seven O'clock Breakfast Meeting for the Brokenhearted began filming on December 29th and is scheduled for release in theaters later this year.

Fans are eagerly waiting to see Suzy's portrayal of heartbreak and the complex emotions that come with love.

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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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