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Korea Herald
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
EXO's D.O. tops iTunes chart in 20 regions with 1st solo LP
Doh Kyungsoo, also known as D.O. of EXO, claimed the No. 1 spot on the iTunes Top Albums Chart in 20 regions with his first solo full album, his agency Company Soosoo said Tuesday. He rolled out the 10-track LP 'Bliss' on Monday and focus track 'Sing Along!' topped the iTunes Top Songs Chart in 10 regions. The singer co-wrote the words for the lead single written and produced by fellow musician and close friend Zico. On July 19-20, he will host a live show in Seoul before he begins touring Asia. He is set to visit Bangkok, Taipei, Jakarta, Manila, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Macao and go live twice in Tokyo in late October. Later this year, the singer and actor will appear in Disney Plus series 'The Manipulated,' a drama adaptation of 2017 movie 'Fabricated City.'
Pink Villa
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXO's D.O. gets spotted in blonde hair while dining with Kim Woo Bin in Japan, fans call him 'Greek god'
EXO's D.O. sported a blonde hair look for the first time since his debut in the entertainment industry. Fans went into a frenzy as the pictures and videos from his latest sighting got viral on May 28. He was seen enjoying his free time having a nice meal in Japan with acquaintances, including Kim Woo Bin. His new look drew a lot of attention and his hanging out with the actor sparked curiosity as to whether some joint project was on the horizon. Doh Kyung Soo aka D.O. caught fans off guard with a surprise appearance in Japan sporting a fresh new look. While hair color changes are a common trend among K-pop idols, it was particularly surprising in D.O.'s case due to his signature understated style. Throughout his career with EXO and in various acting projects, D.O. has been known for embracing a more natural aesthetic. He never got tattoos or piercings and rarely dyed his hair, let alone experimenting with bold colours. Fans were quick to shower their idol with praise for his new blonde look, speculating about the inspiration behind the transformation. With his upcoming drama The Manipulated set to premiere in the second half of 2025, some fans are wondering if this new image is a deliberate choice to promote the project. Regardless of the reason, D.O.'s fans are clearly loving the change and eagerly anticipating what's to come. They praised his visuals, with one calling him a "Greek god". D.O. is also gearing up for a solo musical comeback, with fans expecting the release around July. It's possible that his new blonde look is connected to a music video shoot for this project. Another possible reason for the artist's bleached hair and his dinner date with Kim Woo Bin might be their upcoming project together– tvN's reality TV series Green Bean, Red Bean. The production team has indeed started filming for a new season, adding fuel to the rumour. No matter what the reason for his sudden change in appearance might be, we are loving a blonde Doh Kyung Soo, aren't we?
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
The Manipulated First Look OUT: DO plays ruthless tactics to put Ji Chang Wook behind bars in action thriller, PICS
The Manipulated is an upcoming South Korean action thriller series starring Ji Chang Wook and D.O. in lead roles. The series is about an ordinary man, who is wrongfully framed for a crime and seeks revenge against the one who orchestrated it. On May 23, Disney+, the production team of the drama shared the first look of the protagonist and the antagonist, and confirmed the premiere of the highly anticipated OTT show in the second half of this year. The 10-episode gripping tale of The Manipulated follows Park Tae Jung (Ji Chang Wook), a seemingly ordinary man whose peaceful life is shattered by a heinous crime he didn't commit, leading to his imprisonment. As he discovers the truth about the mastermind behind his misfortune, he embarks on a quest for revenge against An Yo Han (GOT7's D.O.). An Yo Han, the antagonist, is a cold-hearted individual who fabricates evidence and orchestrates crimes. The plot revolves around his hustle and tussle with Park Tae Jung, who looks dejected as an inmate in the recently unveiled first look still. He features cuts on his face, indicating a rough life in prison. An Yo Han, gives off a totally contrasting vibe in an all-black ensemble, embracing a quintessential villainous aesthetic. His facial expression conveys a sense of cunning and manipulation, hinting at him orchestrating his next sinister move. Actor-singer D.O. (Doh Kyung Soo) aptly brought out the essence of the antagonist with his body language and aura. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see him play a character that starkly contrasts with his previous roles and his gentle real-life persona. The drama production team described The Manipulated as "a bloody revenge drama," which promises a high-octane showdown between D.O. and Ji Chang Wook.
