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Good Day (TV Program)
''Good Day'' () is a South Korean variety show hosted by G-Dragon, the leader of the band Big Bang. It premiered on MBC TV on February 16, 2025, and is also available for streaming on Disney+ and iQiyi in selected regions. Background Heralded as G-Dragon's inaugural solo entertainment show, ''Good Day''—a variety program crafted in the format of a reality show— was helmed by Kim Tae-ho, the renowned producer of ''Infinite Challenge'' (2005–2018). It marked the two's first reunion since their long-standing collaborations on the program, including appearances in the show's music competitions and episodes like "Muhan Sangsa". This venture marks Kim's first return to MBC in three years since his last work '' Hangout with Yoo''; before resigning from the broadcasting network in 2021 to establish his own production company TEO that same year. The program's inception stemmed from an idea proposed by G-Dragon himself, inspired by his aspiration to use music for a "meaningful ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Variety Show
Variety show, also known as variety arts or variety entertainment, is entertainment made up of a variety of acts including musical performances, sketch comedy, magic, acrobatics, juggling, and ventriloquism. It is normally introduced by a compère (master of ceremonies) or host. The variety format made its way from the Victorian era stage in Britain and America to radio and then television. Variety shows were a staple of English language television from the late 1940s into the 1980s. While the format is still widespread in some parts of the world, such as in the United Kingdom with the '' Royal Variety Performance'', the Philippines with ''Eat Bulaga!'' and '' It's Showtime'', and South Korea with '' Running Man'', the proliferation of multichannel television and evolving viewer tastes have affected the popularity of variety shows in the United States. Despite this, their influence has still had a major effect on late night television whose late-night talk shows and NBC's vari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Infinite Challenge
''Infinite Challenge'' (; abbreviated as ) is a South Korean comedic reality television show that aired on MBC TV from 2005 to 2018. The show was produced by Kim Tae-ho, and starred various entertainers, including Yoo Jae-suk, Park Myung-soo, Jeong Jun-ha, Haha, Jung Hyung-don, Noh Hong-chul, Jun Jin, Yang Se-hyung, Hwang Kwang-hee, Gill, and Jo Se-ho. ''Infinite Challenge'' was marketed as "Korea's first reality-variety show", combining the humorous games of Korean variety shows with the intimate filming style of reality television. Each episode features cast members competing in challenges, including physical competitions and song contests. Often called "the nation's variety show", ''Infinite Challenge'' was consistently popular in South Korea during its 13-year run. In 2008, the show reached its viewership peak, with nearly 30 percent of South Korean television viewers watching the program. The show was voted the country's favorite television program in both 2015 an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Soo-hyuk
Lee Hyuk-soo (; born May 31, 1988), better known by the stage name Lee Soo-hyuk (), is a South Korean model and actor. Life and career Born Lee Hyuk-soo, he debuted as a model in designer Jung Wook-jun's ''Lone Costume'' fashion show in 2006. He walked runways for domestic fashion brands including ''General Idea'' and ''Song Zio'', and did cover shoots for several fashion magazines such as '' GQ'', ''Bazaar'', and ''Elle''. After appearing in music videos of girl groups Gavy NJ and 2NE1 in 2009 and 2010, Lee expanded his career into acting. Using the stage name Lee Soo-hyuk, his credits include the television series '' White Christmas'' (2011), ''What's Up'' (2011), '' Vampire Idol'' (2011–2012) and ''Shark'' (2013). He also appeared in the films '' The Boy from Ipanema'' (2010), '' Runway Cop'' (2012), and '' Horror Stories 2'' (2013). In 2013, Lee went to Europe for Paris Fashion Week and London Fashion Week, where he walked fashion runway shows for Balenciaga, J.W. A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Im Si-wan
Im Si-wan (; born Im Woong-jae, December 1, 1988) is a South Korean actor and singer. He is a member of the South Korean boy band ZE:A and its sub-group ZE:A Five. As an actor, he is best known for starring in the film ''The Attorney'' (2013), and the television series '' Misaeng: Incomplete Life'' (2014), which were both successful at the box office and in the ratings. He gained international recognition for his role in '' Squid Game 2'' (2024). Early life and education Im Si-wan was born Im Woong-jae on December 1, 1988, in Busan, South Korea. He attended Busan Gudeok High School, Pusan National University, University of East Broadcasting Arts, and is currently studying at Woosong Information College. He legally changed his name to the current name before his debut. Career 2009–2010: Debut with ZE:A While he was attending the Chin Chin Song Festival in Busan, Star Empire recruited him as a trainee. He entered a nine-member group called " Children of Empire", where he tra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jung Hae-in
Jung Hae-in (; born April 1, 1988) is a South Korean actor. Jung first gained recognition with supporting roles in the television dramas ''While You Were Sleeping (2017 TV series), While You Were Sleeping'' (2017) and ''Prison Playbook'' (2017–2018). He has since starred in ''Something in the Rain'' (2018), ''One Spring Night'' (2019), ''D.P. (TV series), D.P.'' (2021–2023), ''Snowdrop (South Korean TV series), Snowdrop'' (2021–2022), and ''Love Next Door'' (2024). Jung has also starred in the films ''Start-Up (film), Start-Up'' (2019) and ''I, the Executioner (2024 film), I, the Executioner'' (2024). Career Beginnings Jung's first acting experience was through a musical in college, however his determination to become an actor was established when he was in the Conscription in South Korea, military service and he lost 12 kilograms in order to achieve his dream. He debuted at the age 26. Jung officially debuted in 2014 through the TV series ''Bride of the Century'' and th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hwang Kwang-hee
Hwang Kwang-hee (; born August 25, 1988), also known mononymously as Kwanghee, is South Korean singer, actor, and TV personality. He debuted in 2010 as a member of the boy band ZE:A. He is also known for his appearances on variety shows and was a cast member on ''Infinite Challenge'' from 2015 until he enlisted in the military in 2017. Career On May 28, 2011, Hwang attended the "2011 Environment Day" event in Seoul, where he participated in a "clothes layering game" and shocked everyone by putting on 252 layers of t-shirts, earning him a ''Guinness World Record'' for the most T-shirts worn. He appeared on '' We Got Married'', on which he was paired with Sunhwa, a member of the group Secret. The last episode was filmed on April 10, 2013. In April 2015, Hwang joined MBC's ''Infinite Challenge'' as a regular cast member. He was selected through the Sixth Man project which was held to fill the empty position after Noh Hong-chul left the program. On February 7, 2017, Hwang join ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hwang Jung-min
Hwang Jung-min (; born September 1, 1970) is a South Korean actor. He established himself as a leading man in the romantic drama ''You Are My Sunshine'' (2005). One of the highest-grossing actors in South Korea, Hwang has starred in several box office hits such as '' The Unjust'' (2010), '' Dancing Queen'' (2012), ''New World'' (2013), '' Ode to My Father'' (2014), ''Veteran'' (2015), '' The Himalayas'' (2015), '' A Violent Prosecutor'' (2016), '' The Wailing'' (2016), '' The Spy Gone North'' (2018), '' Deliver Us from Evil'' (2020), '' 12.12: The Day'' (2023). His role in the latter earned him Best Actor at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards. Hwang is the second actor in South Korea to be part of the "100 Million Viewer Club" in Chungmuro. Career 1995–2004: Beginnings and transition to films Hwang Jung-min began his career in musical theatre, making his acting debut in '' Line 1'' in 1995. He then starred in various musicals and plays in Daehangno such as ''Jesus Christ Supe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hankooki
''Hankook Ilbo'' () is a Korean-language daily newspaper in Seoul, South Korea. As of 2017, it had a daily circulation of about 213,200. It was previously published by the Hankook Ilbo Media Group, however following an embezzlement scandal in 2013–2014 it was sold to Dongwha Enterprise, which also owns ''The Korea Times''. Political position ''Hankook Ilbo'' tends to be economically centre-right and socially centre-left. ''Hankook Ilbo'' is a " liberal" media, but this is different from the meaning of " liberal" in the American political context. ''Hankook Ilbo'' officially doesn't put forward ideology other than "centrism". However, ''Hankook Ilbo'' has basically shown a fiscal conservative tone that values "fiscal responsibility". The newspaper has often criticized the Moon Jae-in government's fiscal policy for its lack of awareness of "financial soundness" (). This newspaper also supports "liberal economy". In contrast to the somewhat conservative tendency financiall ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daesung
Kang Dae-sung (; born April 26, 1989), better known mononymously as Daesung and his Japanese stage name D-Lite, is a South Korean singer who made his musical debut in 2006 as a member of the South Korean boy band Big Bang. He debuted as a solo artist in South Korea with the number one trot song "Look at Me, Gwisoon" in 2008. Since the inception of the Gaon Digital Chart in 2010, Daesung achieved two Top 10 songs, the digital single "Cotton Candy" and "Wings" from the BigBang album '' Alive'' (2012). In 2013, he released his first solo album in Japan, '' D'scover'' and embarked on his first Japanese tour. The following year, he released two more albums, '' D'slove'' and his first chart-topper, '' Delight''. D'slove Tour made him the first Korean soloist to gather over 100,000 fans for two Japanese tours in a row. In 2017, he held his first solo Japanese dome tour, performing for over 150,000 people from four shows and released his second number one album, ''D-Day'', that made ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taeyang
Dong Young-bae (; born May 18, 1988), better known by his stage name Taeyang () or SOL, is a South Korean singer. He made his debut in 2006 as a member of the South Korean boy band BigBang. Following the release of several albums and extended plays with his group, Taeyang pursued a solo career in 2008, releasing his first extended play, '' Hot''. The EP was acclaimed by critics and went to win the award for Best R&B & Soul Album at the 6th Korean Music Awards. ''Hot'' was followed by his first full-length studio album ''Solar'' (2010), which was released in July 2010 and peaked atop the Gaon Album Chart. Taeyang's second studio album '' Rise'' (2014) peaked at number 112 on the US ''Billboard'' 200, becoming the highest ranking album by a Korean soloist in the chart, while its lead single, " Eyes, Nose, Lips", peaked at number one on the ''Billboard'' K-pop Hot 100. "Eyes, Nose, Lips" was one of the most popular songs in South Korea during 2014 and was awarded Song of the Ye ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Soo-hyun
Kim Soo-hyun (; born February 16, 1988) is a South Korean actor. He is the recipient of five Baeksang Arts Awards, two Grand Bell Awards and one Blue Dragon Film Award. Kim made his television debut in 2007 with the family sitcom ''Kimchi Cheese Smile'' following a few theatrical performances. He went on to star in television dramas ''Dream High'' (2011), ''Moon Embracing the Sun'' (2012), as well as in the top-grossing films ''The Thieves'' (2012) and ''Secretly, Greatly'' (2013). Kim became a top hallyu star with the fantasy series ''My Love from the Star'' (2013–14), followed by the variety drama ''The Producers (TV series), The Producers'' (2015). He enlisted in the Conscription in South Korea, mandatory military service in October 2017, and returned to acting with ''It's Okay to Not Be Okay'' (2020). Following that, he starred in ''One Ordinary Day'' (2021) and ''Queen of Tears'' (2024). He was selected as Gallup Korea's Actor of the Year, Gallup Korea's Television Acto ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kian84
Kim Hee-min (; born October 22, 1984), better known by his pen name Kian84 (), is a South Korean '' manhwaga''. He is best known for writing the webtoon '' Fashion King'' and as a member of Korean variety show '' I Live Alone''. Personal life On March 8, 2022, it was confirmed that Kian will hold His first solo exhibition, titled 1st Solo Exhibition (subtitle: Full所有), which will run from March 25, 2022 to April 5, 2022. In April 2023, Kian84 signed with AOMG AOMG is a South Korean hip-hop and R&B record label founded in 2013 by rapper and singer-songwriter Jay Park. The label currently houses 20 musicians, UFC fighter Chan Sung Jung, and cartoonist Kian84. History Above Ordinary Music Group (AOM .... Philanthropy On May 24, 2022, he donated 87 million won to the Children's Orphanage. It also revealed the details of the donations for 15 youths studying the arts. Filmography Television series Film Variety Shows Web shows Music video appearances ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
