Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon has opened up about her heartbreak after her solo concert in Japan was suddenly canceled.

On April 18, Taeyeon used the fan messaging app Bubble to talk to fans about what happened. She shared her honest feelings, saying, “I’m worried about Sowon (Girls’ Generation’s fan club). I feel so bad that I don’t even know what to say.”

She added, “I really hate this situation and I feel so sorry to Sowon. A concert that was made with so much effort and hope just disappeared in a moment. It feels like something was stolen. I feel empty and helpless, and I don’t know how to express these emotions.”

Taeyeon was supposed to perform in Japan on April 19 and 20 for her solo tour “The TENSE in JAPAN.”

However, on April 17, her agency SM Entertainment announced through her official Japanese site that the concerts had to be canceled. The reason? The equipment needed for the show didn’t make it to Japan on time.

SM Entertainment said, “We are currently transporting equipment used in the Asia tour to Japan, but it hasn’t arrived yet. It is very difficult to prepare properly for the concert under these conditions.”

They also shared, “We talked with everyone involved and tried to find a way to make it work, but in the end, we had no choice but to cancel. We deeply apologize to everyone who was waiting for the concert.”

SM added they are looking into the possibility of new dates for replacement shows. Taeyeon started her Asia tour on March 7–9 in Seoul. She already performed in Manila on March 29 and in Jakarta on April 12, receiving lots of love from fans.

Fans are now waiting to see if the canceled Japan shows will be rescheduled soon.

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On the latest episode of JTBC’s Battle! Paeng Bong Paeng Bong aired on April 19, actor Yoo Seung Ho showed up with a whole new vibe — a calm face, casual look, and a soft-growing beard that had everyone talking!

Appearing as a part-time helper for a fun cooking battle between married couple Paeng Hyun Sook and Lee Bong Won, Yoo Seung Ho teamed up with Kwak Dong Yeon to assist the two teams.

The pair helped with kitchen duties while also showing off their own cooking skills. Yoo Seung Ho whipped up spicy sea snail noodles (golbaengi somyeon), while Kwak Dong Yeon made his signature gochujang stew. The cast split up based on cooking abilities — Kwak Dong Yeon joined Park Mi Sun and Lee Bong Won, while Yoo Seung Ho sided with Paeng Hyun Sook and Choi Yang Rak.

Everyone was stunned when they learned Yoo Seung Ho is already 32 years old, saying he still looks like a baby-faced star! Park Mi Sun even pointed out that Kwak Dong Yeon is the same age as her son.

Later in the episode, Park Mi Sun stepped down from filming for health reasons, and comedian Lee Eun Ji came in as her replacement. She joked about being one year older than Yoo Seung Ho, and playfully made sure he knew it right away.

Because of long filming hours and travel, Yoo Seung Ho had grown a bit of facial hair. Kwak Dong Yeon teased him saying, “What are we gonna do about hyung’s beard?” But Lee Eun Ji was loving the new look! She said he reminded her of So Ji Sub from the hit drama I’m Sorry, I Love You. The production staff even added a hilarious caption: “Want to sell rice soup with me or die?” — referencing So Ji Sub’s legendary drama line.

Fans couldn’t get enough of Yoo Seung Ho’s chill new look, and many are already calling for a rugged drama comeback.

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