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EXID’s Solji recounts the success of Up & Down with KwakTube revealing the ups and downs of successful hits.
She recalled her grueling schedule. “There was even a time when I did 8 events in one day,” Solji said. “I went down to the southern region, filmed the events, and came back up. It ended with a music show.” [Nate]
Kang Sora receives praises for using Carrot Market to find secondhand thrifted appliances for her house including her 2M won (1.6K USD) sofa.
Kang sora began her home tour by saying, “To describe the characteristics of my house, a significant portion consists of items purchased through Carrot Market.” She revealed that she bought most of the furniture, from the desk in her daughter’s room to the living room sofa and master bedroom, through second-hand trading platforms.
Regarding the desk in her daughter’s room in particular, she revealed her realistic spending philosophy, stating, “I went all the way to Songpa myself to pick it up via a door handle deal,” and adding, “Even buying a new one only costs about 40,000 to 50,000 won.”
Comments from netizens include “At this rate, she should become Carrot Market’s model,” “It’s been a long time since I haven’t seen a celebrity act this down-to-earth on TV.” [Nate]
Actresses Suzy and Yoona garnered attention for the rare sight of appearing at the same event wearing the same dress design.
As the red carpet event for the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards was held on the 8th at COEX in Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Suzy, who served as an MC, and Yoona, who attended as a presenter, drew attention by wearing the same brand and design strapless dress in pink and black versions, respectively. As it is uncommon for top stars to choose identical dresses for the same event, the event attracted even more intense interest. [Nate]
Son Yejin’s cordi gets criticized for the choice of her dress at the Baeksang Awards.
Netizens commented “The cordi is consistently disappointing, she’s so consistent ㅎㅎ,” “She’s embarrassing,” and “The dress is pretty and luxurious, but her attitude is not meant for it.” [Nate]