• Song Joong Ki’s Big Movie Flop? The Truth About 'Bogota' That Made Him Cry in Front of Fans

    The movie Bogota is facing a tough time at the box office, leaving its star, Song Joong Ki, in tears during a special event.

    On January 12th, a guest viewing (GV) event for Bogota took place at Megabox Seongsu in Seoul. Song Joong Ki attended alongside co-star Lee Hee Jun and special guest Lee Sung Min. Despite their efforts to promote the film, it hasn’t been a hit with audiences.

    Lee Sung Min, addressing the challenging state of Korean cinema, said, "When I see empty parking lots at theaters, it really hurts. These days, it feels like no one is going to the movies. It’s heartbreaking for us actors, especially when your movie comes out during such a difficult time. It makes you feel so helpless."

    He urged fans to support Bogota, saying, "We actors have to keep pushing forward no matter what. Please cheer for the movie and help us end on a good note."

    Lee Hee Jun also shared his gratitude with the audience, adding, "Even though the results aren’t what we hoped, I deeply thank every single person here today."

    When it was his turn to speak, Song Joong Ki couldn’t hide his emotions. "The Korean film industry is going through such a hard time," he admitted.

    "Honestly, just being able to see a movie in theaters right now feels like a blessing. That’s why I put extra effort into promoting Bogota. I wanted to show everyone the best of what we worked on."

    As he spoke about the struggles, Song Joong Ki became visibly emotional, pausing to wipe his tears. "Talking about this keeps making me tear up," he confessed. "But I’m still so thankful for everyone who came to watch."

    According to the Korean Film Council, Bogota has attracted 400,000 viewers as of January 15th. While the numbers are disappointing, Song Joong Ki and the team remain hopeful that fans will continue to support their work.

    Do you think Bogota deserves a second chance? Let us know your thoughts!

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  • IVE's Ahn Yujin Explains How She Faced Hate on 'Produce48' and How It Changed Her Forever

    Ahn Yujin of IVE shared some heartfelt memories from her Produce48 days, revealing the shocking reality of the harsh comments she faced.

    On January 15th, Ahn Yujin and Jang Wonyoung appeared as guests on tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, where they caught up and shared some personal stories.

    Ahn Yujin opened up about her time on the survival show, saying, "What I still remember is that Produce48 was my first real trial. I thought I was really loved and that people liked me, but when I went on that program, I was shocked to realize that there are people in this world who dislike me".

    She continued, "In our daily lives, there aren't many people who directly tell us, 'I hate you.' It took time for me to accept that some people don’t like me, even though I didn’t do anything wrong."

    Ahn Yujin also explained the pressure she felt during the competition, revealing, "Every week, the rankings were decided, and we had to line up in order. I started to feel trapped in that (internet) world."

    She added, "Sometimes I wouldn’t get support, and there would be people who hated me. It was a situation where my evaluation could be viewed 24/7. Thinking, 'How do others see me?' created fear."

    Jang Wonyoung added, "For me, it can be summed up in one sentence: I did it because I was young and didn’t know better."

    When talking about her recent world tour, Ahn Yujin shared, "I tend to get nervous, especially when it's a stage I really want to do well on. I get even more nervous."

    But she also shared how she calms herself, saying, "What I always think is that all these people like me. Then it's so easy. With that mindset, I think 'Everyone here? They're all mine!' and it makes me excited and happy", she laughed.

    Finally, Ahn Yujin expressed her goals for 2025, saying, "I hope to stay healthy. I want to work hard on my schedule and take good care of myself, and I hope everyone has a healthy 2025. That's my wish."

    Ahn Yujin’s honest reflections remind fans of the tough journey idols face behind the scenes.

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