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Time of India
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Korean actress Lee Seo-yi's last post leaves fans mourning in silence after her sudden death at 43: 'No more pain'
In another tragic incident, South Korean actress Lee Seo-yi has passed away at the age of 43, as revealed by her manager through an Instagram post on Tuesday, July 1. See-yi was known for her role in the SBS drama Cheongdam-dong Scandal. The news of her death has left her fans heartbroken. According to the statement released on the social media platform, Lee Seo-yi, born Song Soo-yeon, died on June 20, and the exact cause of her death is still unknown. Soompi translated the post message, which said, "Hello This is Song Seo Bin, A radiant, beautiful, lovely, and kind unnie became a star in the sky on June 20, 2025, so I leave this message here." "I know many of you must be shocked and deeply saddened by the news of her passing, but I kindly ask that you pray so that she may go to a good and beautiful place. If you wish to know where she is resting, please contact @songsong_seo. I am posting this on behalf of her mother and father," the post added. Into Lee Seo-yi's career and early life Lee Seo-yi made her acting debut in 2013 with the MBC historical drama Hur Jun, The Original Story. The 43-year-old Korean actress appeared in her last tvN drama called The Divorce Insurance until May 2025. According to reports, till then, she did not show any signs of slowing down before her sudden death. Moreover, apart from her acting career, Lee excelled academically, studying Czech and Slovak at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and later enrolling in graduate school at Pusan National University. The news of her death came as a surprise to fans, as she had been active on social media until just recently. Fans are in silent mourning over Lee Seo-yi's sudden demise Following the news, other actors and colleagues have posted heartfelt tributes for the late actress. Notably, on June 13, just a week before her death, actress Lee Seo shared a heartfelt message alongside a sign language music video of LA Park PD's 'Didn't Say a Word'. The caption of the post read, "Sign language version MV of LA Park PD's #Didn'tSayAWord… It's very late, but RIP, Oppa…' She added softly, 'Missing you today as brightly as I look in this clip. A bit dazed… just checking in to say I'm alive.' The post now feels haunting for fans, as it was uploaded just days before her death, while some even interpret it as an emotional farewell to the actress. Reacting to the post, fans flooded the comment section with messages like 'May you find peace where you are,' 'No more pain,' and 'RIP, actress Lee Seo Yi.'
GMA Network
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Korean actress Lee Seo Yi has passed away
Korean actress Lee Seo Yi has passed away. The unfortunate news was confirmed by her manager Song Seo Bin on the actress's Instagram account in Korean. Soompi translated her message as: Hello This is Song Seo Bin, manager of actress Lee Seo Yi. A radiant, beautiful, lovely, and kind unnie became a star in the sky on June 20, 2025, so I leave this message here. I know many of you must be shocked and deeply saddened by the news of her passing, but I kindly ask that you pray so that she may go to a good and beautiful place. If you wish to know where she is resting, please contact @songsong_seo. I am posting this on behalf of her mother and father.
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
BTS' Jimin and Jungkook return for Are You Sure Season 2: Reports
BTS members Jimin and Jungkook are all set to make their on-screen return with the second season of their travel variety show 'Are You Sure?', following their discharge from the military earlier this to a report by Soompi, the duo has already wrapped up filming for the new season. The latest instalment of the series was shot across two scenic international locations, Switzerland and Vietnam, offering fans a glimpse into their post-service the news, BigHit Music told Soompi, 'It's true that Jimin and Jungkook filmed Season 2 of 'Are You Sure?'.' The two BTS stars officially completed their mandatory military service on June 11. Both had enlisted together in December 2023. The first season of 'Are You Sure?' aired on JioHotstar in August 2023, shortly after their military enlistment. It featured the youngest BTS members exploring the United States, before heading to South Korea's Jeju Island and Sapporo in Japan. Packed with road trips, canoeing, camping, and heartfelt moments, the show gave fans a refreshing look at their bond and one consisted of eight episodes, with prior teasers shared by Suga and Jungkook on 'Suchwita'. One of the most talked-about episodes was the one set in Jeju Island, where fellow BTS member Taehyung made a surprise appearance, a moment fans still cherish. With Season 2 now confirmed, many are wondering whether other BTS members might also appear as seven BTS members have now completed their mandatory service. Jin was discharged in June 2024, followed by J-Hope in October of the same year. RM and Taehyung finished their service on June 10, while Suga completed his term as a social service agent, an alternative to active military filming wrapped and anticipation building, fans can expect more heartwarming travel moments from Jimin and Jungkook in the upcoming season of 'Are You Sure?'.- EndsMust Watch
GMA Network
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Yuna of ITZY to make acting debut in Park Shin Hye's upcoming drama
Who is excited to see actress Yuna? According to Soompi on Tuesday, the ITZY member will be making her acting debut in the upcoming drama 'Miss Undercover Boss' starring Park Shin Hye. Yuna is set to portray Hong Jang Mi, the younger sister of Park Shin Hye's character, Hong Geum Bo, who plays a supervisor at the Financial Supervisory Service in the upcoming drama, per the report. 'Miss Undercover Boss' is an office comedy set during the Asian financial crisis in the late 1990s. It follows Hong Geum Bo, a financial officer who goes undercover at a securities firm by pretending to be a 20-year-old employee. She probes suspicious activities, which results in comedic situations. Aside from Yuna and Shin Hye, the K-drama will also star Go Kyung Pyo as Shin Jung Woo, the newly appointed CEO of Hanmin Securities. Yuna alonside fellow members Lia, Ryujin, Yeji and Chaeryeong were in the Philippines last December for a New Year's Eve countdown concert in Taguig. ITZY is known for the hit songs 'DALLA DALLA,' "Loco,' 'Wannabe,' and 'Not Shy,' among others. —Jade Veronique Yap/CDC, GMA Integrated News
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
BTS agency confirms Jimin and Jungkook's return with second season of Are You Sure, fans react
BTS members Jimin and Jungkook will return with the second season of their travel variety show, Are You Sure. As per Soompi, the filming is complete. It took place after their discharge from the military last month. Fans will see Jimin and Jungkook in anotehr seaosn of Are You Sure. Recently, MyDaily reported that Jimin and Jungkook wrapped up filming for season two of the show. The filming took place with Switzerland and Vietnam being the destinations for their new adventures. Now. Soompi has reported citing what BTS' agency BigHit Music has said. 'It's true that Jimin and Jungkook filmed Season 2 of Are You Sure," confirmed BigHit Music. Jimin and Jung Kook were discharged on June 11 this year. They had enlisted in the military in December 2023. About Are You Sure season one The first season of Are You Sure aired in August last year, just months after Jimin and Jungkook joined the military. The two BTS members created unforgettable memories together in the US before returning to South Korea's Jeju Island and Japan's Sapporo, where they enjoyed a road trip filled with camping, canoeing, and other fun activities. The show aired on Disney+. The first season of Are You Sure consisted of eight episodes. Before it aired, Suga and Jungkook had given spoilers about the show on Suchwita. The youngest BTS member had mentioned it as Suga said it was filmed in the US. One of the highlights of season one was the Jeju Island episode, where BTS member Taehyung made a surprise appearance. Now, fans are curious if other BTS member will also make guest appearance in season two. BTS ARMY can't wait for show Reacting to the news, a fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "Oh looking forward to the show. It will be epic." A comment read, "Jimin and Jungkook will return with all the fun. Yay!" A tweet read, "I wish other BTS members also feature in it since all of are now done with their military service." About BTS members All the BTS members have completed their service. Jin, the oldest BTS member, was discharged in June 2024. J-Hope was discharged in October the same year. RM and Taehyung were discharged from military after fulfilling their mandatory service on June 10. Six of the group's seven members served in the army, while Suga fulfilled his duty as a social service agent, an alternative form of military service.
