retirement

The South Korean entertainment landscape is witnessing a significant professional pivot as actor Jang Dong Ju, who recently announced his retirement from the film and television industry, has officially signed an exclusive contract with Universe Label. This transition comes a mere two months after his sudden departure from the acting world, a move prompted by ... Read more

The K-Pop landscape, renowned for its dynamic shifts and passionate fandoms, has been plunged into a state of uncertainty following a series of contradictory announcements concerning the boy group BAE173. Just days after news broke of multiple members departing their agency, PocketDol Studio, leaving the group’s future in severe doubt, an unexpected announcement surfaced regarding ... Read more

K-Pop idol DAWN, formerly known as E’Dawn and a member of the popular boy group Pentagon before embarking on a solo career, has candidly shared his contemplations on retiring from the demanding entertainment industry, a revelation that has sent ripples through the K-Pop community and sparked conversations about the longevity and personal cost of fame. ... Read more

Seoul, South Korea – The entertainment world and the public alike have been left in a state of profound shock and concern following a deeply disturbing incident involving South Korean actor Jang Dong Ju. On May 22, 2026, just weeks after he had announced his abrupt retirement from acting, Jang uploaded a video to his ... Read more

The South Korean entertainment industry has been rocked by the sudden and unilateral retirement announcement of actor Jang Dong Joo, sending shockwaves through the sector and igniting a fierce contractual dispute with his agency, Management W. The 32-year-old actor, known for his roles in dramas such as No Tail to Tell and Trigger, made the ... Read more

The South Korean entertainment landscape has once again been shaken by unexpected news from the K-Pop industry, as L5ST, a prominent fourth-generation boy group, recently made a series of announcements regarding their future activities, culminating in the sudden retirement of their leader, Dojun. This development has sent ripples through their dedicated fanbase, LOV3ST, and sparked ... Read more