• Actress Kim Joo Ryoung share her final thoughts as the drama 'Queen of Tears' comes to an end

    Actor Kim Joo Ryoung shared her thoughts on the conclusion of the drama "Queen of Tears."

    On April 28, as the tvN weekend drama "Queen of Tears" approached its finale, Kim Joo Ryoung expressed, "I am happy that many viewers enjoyed the drama. The response from overseas viewers has also been enthusiastic."

    She added, "As a viewer myself, I laughed and cried along with each episode. On set, I was amazed by the focus and concentration displayed by the cheerful actors during their performances".

    Continuing, she said, "I, too, have been greatly influenced. I had many concerns about how to approach the character of Grace, but thanks to the effort I put into my acting, viewers were able to immerse themselves in her story. I would like to express my deep gratitude to the writer and director who allowed me to showcase a new side of myself."

    The character Grace Go, portrayed by Kim Joo Ryoung, is a once-successful link between the upper-class single mothers and the heart of Queens Department Store.

    Although she once aspired to be the store's CEO, setbacks led her to navigate the complexities between the Queens family and her own mother, raising the overall quality of the drama.

    In the early episodes, Grace's ability to evoke both anger and sympathy from viewers was due to Kim Joo Ryoung's versatile acting. Her ever-changing facial expressions, charisma, and eloquence captivated audiences without losing clarity.

    As the series progressed, Kim Joo Ryoung's rediscovery garnered praise, and her skillful portrayal kept viewers curious about Grace's eventual choices.

    Kim Joo Ryoung concluded, "It's hard to believe that today marks the final broadcast. What if tears flow? I believe the lingering impact will remain. Having received so much love, I will continue to strive for excellent performances in my next project. To all the viewers who loved 'Queen of Tears,' thank you."

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  • Hwanhee’s Agency Hits Back Against Shocking Claims of Favoritism on ‘King of Singers Season 2’—Vows to Defend His Reputation

    Hwanhee's agency, BT Entertainment, is firing back after serious fairness allegations were raised regarding the popular show ‘King of Singers Season 2’. They’ve denied all accusations and promised strong legal action for defamation.

    On February 5th, the agency issued a statement through their official fan cafe, saying, “We want to correct the false claims.”

    They explained that Hwanhee was initially approached to join the show in August 2024 by the production team. However, after checking with the event planning company, Dion Communication, they confirmed Hwanhee had no connection to the show or any related performances.

    Despite this, the agency pointed out that certain media outlets published unverified articles, wrongly suggesting that Hwanhee’s involvement could compromise the fairness of the program.

    BT Entertainment was quick to defend their artist, stressing the damage done to both Hwanhee's reputation and the agency itself due to these false claims. They added, "This has caused great harm to Hwanhee, who joined the program after careful consideration."

    The statement didn’t stop there. BT Entertainment made it clear that they won’t stand for any further defamation. They said, “We are taking legal action against these baseless reports” and emphasized their commitment to protecting Hwanhee from any further harm.

    They also reassured their fans, stating, “We will take swift action against any future misinformation to avoid any further harm to Hwanhee and his supporters.”

    This controversy started after a media outlet raised concerns on January 23rd about Hwanhee’s participation in the show. The report claimed that BT Entertainment’s CEO, who is also a director at Dion Communication, had invested 1.1 billion KRW in the ‘King of Singers Season 2’ concert, leading to suspicions of favoritism towards certain contestants.

    In the meantime, ‘King of Singers Season 2’ continues its intense competition, with Hwanhee making it to the semifinals. Fans are watching closely as he currently holds 1st place in the first round of the semifinals, cementing his position as a strong contender to represent Korea in the Korea-Japan King of Kings battle.

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