Actor Kim Young Woong, known for his impressive roles in popular dramas like Vincenzo and Lee Han Shin, has signed an exclusive contract with SM C&C, adding even more star power to the agency!

On January 9, SM C&C made the exciting announcement, saying, "We are thrilled to welcome actor Kim Young Woong, who brings exceptional acting skills to the table." The agency also assured fans that they will fully support him in every way possible, helping his talents shine across various entertainment fields.

SM C&C is home to a roster of famous broadcasters like Kang Ho Dong, Jeon Hyun Moo, Seo Jang Hoon, Han Seok Jun, and many more, as well as notable actors such as Kim Soo Ro, Yoon Je Moon, and Yoo Seung Mok. With Kim Young Woong now joining the agency, fans are eagerly wondering what’s next for the actor.

Kim Young Woong first caught the public’s eye in 2014 through his role in JTBC's Yuna’s Street after gaining solid stage experience with the Busan Youth Theater Company. From there, his career soared, with roles in dramas like MBC’s The King: The Eternal Monarch, tvN’s Vincenzo, and ENA’s There Is No Goo Pil-Soo. He also starred in hit films such as Pandora, The Drug King, Hansan: Rising Dragon, Hansan Redux, and The Outlaws 4. No matter the role, Kim has always left a lasting impression with his deep, emotional performances.

Most recently, Kim wowed viewers in tvN’s Parole Officer Lee Han Shin, where he played the character Son Eung Joon. Portraying a cold and calculating secretary general with sharp charisma and intense confrontations, Kim’s portrayal captivated fans and showed just how versatile he is in bringing complex characters to life.

Now, with SM C&C by his side, there’s no doubt that Kim Young Woong will continue to rise in the entertainment world. Fans can’t wait to see what he does next.

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Choi Si Hoon, known from Single’s Inferno and newlywed husband of singer Ailee, is facing backlash after being linked to a controversy from Wavve’s queer reality show ToGetHer.

Fans discovered that Choi is allegedly the CEO of the influencer agency representing Ri Won, a cast member now at the center of a growing scandal.

The situation started when castmate Han Gyeol spoke up, claiming Ri Won once suggested an overseas trip that felt more like a shady meeting than a casual hangout.

“I thought it was a fun vacation invite at first,” Han Gyeol said, “but when they started talking about meals and date-like things, I realized something was wrong. It felt like an inappropriate setup.”
Han Gyeol added, “Using someone’s sexuality as a shield for suspicious actions is not okay in this industry.”

Ri Won responded by saying it was all a misunderstanding and that the trip was mentioned casually during a conversation about food. “We joked about going to that country after talking about food,” Ri Won said.

However, things got more intense when Ri Won admitted to having a past as a 'beotbang' (adult streaming) BJ. “I know I’m not trustworthy right now, and I appeared on TV while hiding my past. That’s why I shared some proof—I was desperate,” Ri Won explained.

Ri Won also shared a blurred message from another cast member that accused them of fake dating and lying about knowing someone from Billboard. “You said you’d introduce me to a Billboard contact. Then give me their name and title,” the message read. “You just keep switching your targets.”

Ri Won replied, “He’s the team leader at Billboard Korea and also my influencer agency CEO.”
This comment led online users to dig deeper—and some claimed the CEO Ri Won mentioned is none other than Choi Si Hoon, Ailee’s husband.

Currently on his honeymoon with Ailee, Choi is now getting unwanted attention. Some netizens brought up his alleged past as an adult BJ and now, his possible involvement in this controversy.

On Ailee’s Instagram post from April 30, one fan wrote, “Unnie, sorry to bother you during your honeymoon, but please search Choi Si Hoon’s name. A female BJ said she’s signed to his company, and he supposedly arranged a meeting for her with a just-turned 19-year-old girl.”

As the issue grew, Ri Won spoke out again on May 1 to calm things down. “The person I mentioned in the messages was just someone who gave me advice,” Ri Won clarified. “He’s not my agency CEO, like some people assumed. I thought he could help with music, but he never made any business offer.”

Ri Won ended by saying, “I’m sorry for causing any confusion and discomfort to others with my personal remarks.”

So far, Choi Si Hoon and Ailee have not made public statements about the situation.

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