• Lee Min Ho & Gong Hyo Jin's New Drama "Ask the Stars" Premieres January 4 on tvN

    Actors Lee Min Ho and Gong Hyo Jin’s much-awaited new drama Ask the Stars is set to premiere on January 4, 2025, on tvN.

    The new romantic comedy drama tells the story of Eve (played by Gong Hyo Jin), the commander of a space station, and a mysterious guest named Gong Ryong (played by Lee Min Ho), who comes with a secret mission.

    Set in a zero-gravity space station, the drama is the first of its kind in Korea and has already gained a lot of attention.

    Ask the Stars is written by renowned romantic comedy writer Seo Suk Hyang and directed by Park Shin Woo, who is known for creating deeply emotional and engaging stories. This marks the reunion of Gong Hyo Jin and Park Shin Woo after their successful collaboration on the 2016 drama Jealousy Incarnate.

    Additionally, Lee Min Ho and Gong Hyo Jin’s first meeting on screen is a major point of excitement for fans, especially with a star-studded supporting cast, including Oh Jung Se, Han Ji Eun, Kim Ju Hun, Lee El, Lee Cho Hee, and Heo Nam Joon.

    Lee Min Ho will play Gong Ryong, a space tourist and a wealthy heir to the MZ Group, who secretly carries a mysterious mission.

    As Gong Ryong stays in the space station for a few days, the drama focuses on his hidden purpose and his suspicious behavior, leaving viewers curious about what his mission might be.

    Gong Hyo Jin will portray Eve Kim, the space station’s commander. Eve is a perfectionist who follows strict rules, determined to complete her mission without mistakes.

    She will face various dangers as she embarks on her first space station assignment. Fans are excited to see how Gong Hyo Jin brings this complex character to life.

    Other notable cast members include Oh Jung Se, who will play Kang Kang Soo, a quirky scientist researching fruit flies at the space station. Kang Soo is a second-generation heir to a global finance group, who unexpectedly ventures into space for a life of risk and adventure.

    Han Ji Eun will play Choi Go Eun, Gong Ryong’s lover, who is also the last heir of the MZ Group. She is portrayed as the ideal woman, admired for her beauty, intelligence, and ability, making her the perfect role model and a dream for many men.

    Supporting characters will be played by Kim Ju Hun as a veteran astronaut, Park Dong Ah, and Lee El as Chief Kang, who manages the space station’s operations from Earth. Lee Cho Hee will take on the role of twin sisters, Mina and Dona Lee, while Heo Nam Joon will play a scientist studying dementia in space, adding a comedic touch to the team.

    The production team promises a captivating storyline with diverse characters whose relationships reflect universal human experiences. The drama will combine a stunning visual effect of the vast universe with an engaging narrative, bringing a never-before-seen space office genre to viewers.

    Ask the Stars will premiere on January 4, 2025, at 9:20 PM KST on tvN.

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  • From Pancake Maker to TV Star? Viral Jung Hae In Lookalike to Appear on 'Ask Us Anything Fortune Teller'

    A Korean pancake (bunggeoppang) shop owner who went viral for his looks and striking resemblance to actor Jung Hae In is set to appear on the 300th episode of KBS Joy's Ask Us Anything Fortune Teller!

    The upcoming January 20th episode will be a special one, celebrating the milestone with star-studded guests, including legendary MC Lee Kyung Kyu, who famously gave bold advice in the show’s highest-rated 95th episode. But stealing the spotlight is the viral sensation dubbed “the most handsome pancake maker.”

    This multi-talented guest started his bunggeoppang business in the winter of 2024 while freelancing as a model.

    To his surprise, casual videos of him making pancakes gained massive attention online, racking up over 40 million views!

    Fans couldn’t help but notice his uncanny resemblance to Jung Hae In, and soon, long lines formed at his shop, attracting even international visitors.

    Lee Kyung Kyu humorously reacted, saying, "Jung Hae In? Really?!" before admitting, "You're definitely the most handsome person making Korean pancakes."

    Although the viral star has since stopped running the shop, the attention left him at a crossroads. Should he expand his business or chase his dream of becoming an entertainer?

    Fellow MC Lee Soo Geun gave him heartfelt advice, saying, "You seem to have a lot of interests, but even focusing on one thing isn't easy."

    This special episode will also feature comedian Lee Yoon Seok and divorce lawyer Lee In Cheol, who will share their unique stories. Don’t miss the 300th episode of Ask Us Anything Fortune Teller on January 20 at 8:30 PM KST, airing on KBS Joy!

    Fans can catch the show every Monday at 8:30 PM KST through LG U+tv Channel 1, Genie tv Channel 41, SK Btv Channel 53, and the KBS mobile app "my K." For regional channel numbers, check the KBS N website!

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