Over the weekend (Nov. 29–30), a flurry of entertainment headlines grabbed the public's attention, led by a canceled special stage at the 2025 MAMA Awards, a live-broadcast mishap, and Stray Kids' Lee Know suffering an ankle sprain mid-performance in Hong Kong.
The highly anticipated crossover stage featuring Saja Boys, the in-universe group from the hit Netflix animated project 'K-pop Demon Hunters,' was pulled in light of a deadly Hong Kong high-rise fire, while All Day Project member Tarzan's solo break was marred by a camera crash. Separately, Lee Know's injury news startled fans.
Beyond the awards show, actor-turned-entrepreneur Philip Lee and influencer Park Hyun-sun announced they are expecting their third child, and comedian Ji Sang-ryeol confirmed he is dating show host Shin Boram. T-ara alum-turned-actor Ham Eun-jung tied the knot with film director Kim Byung-woo, and actor Park Ha-sun flexed her "golden touch" with a third-prize lottery win.
◆ 2025 MAMA Awards drops Saja Boys set; only Huntrix goes on
The 2025 MAMA Awards canceled the special stage by Saja Boys, the fictional group from the popular Netflix animated title 'K-pop Demon Hunters.'
On Nov. 29, BOYNEXTDOOR's agency KOZ Entertainment wrote on its official social accounts: "Due to the scaled-back operation of the 2025 MAMA Awards, we will not be participating in the performance scheduled for today." PLEDIS Entertainment, home to TWS, similarly stated: "In line with operational adjustments at MAMA, today's scheduled stage will not go forward for us."
BOYNEXTDOOR's Leehan, RIIZE's Wonbin, TWS's Shinyu, and ZEROBASEONE's Park Gunwook and Han Yujin were set to transform into Saja Boys and face off against Huntrix at the MAMA Awards held at Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong.
However, after a massive high-rise fire in the Tai Po area on Nov. 26 left at least 128 dead, 29 injured, and more than 200 missing, the Saja Boys set—built around a grim reaper concept—appears to have been scrapped out of sensitivity.
Meanwhile, the Huntrix stage performed by BABYMONSTER went ahead as planned and drew big cheers from fans.
◆ All Day Project's Tarzan loses his solo shot after camera crash
Co-ed group All Day Project suffered an unexpected live-broadcast snafu during the 2025 MAMA Awards.
At the Nov. 29 ceremony at Hong Kong's Kai Tak Stadium, All Day Project turned heads with a high-impact performance of 'FAMOUS.'
During Tarzan's seated solo break, he launched into a high-difficulty tumbling sequence. But a remote camera suddenly plunged downward, forcing the live feed to cut away to the crowd instead of his routine.
Fan-shot clips later revealed the acrobatics that never made it to TV, leaving viewers even more bummed. Tarzan previously took back-to-back titles at a modern dance competition in high school.
Online reactions included: "What a disaster at the most crucial moment," "Total buzzkill," and "Tarzan must be gutted."
◆ Philip Lee and Park Hyun-sun share happy news: "Baby No. 3 is on the way"
Actor-turned-entrepreneur Philip Lee and influencer Park Hyun-sun shared joyful news.
On Nov. 29, Park posted on Instagram: "Our third child has come to us," adding, "We thought we might start trying next year, but the baby found us during our busiest season."
She continued, "Maybe because it's the third, the baby is measuring big for the week, my bump popped early, and the morning sickness is on another level from week four." She added, "It often feels like the day after downing a truckload of booze—constant nausea—and even the meds don't help much sometimes."
"Still, all of this is a sign the baby is growing well," she wrote. "Mom is gritting her teeth and hanging in there."
The couple married in October 2020. Philip Lee appeared in the dramas 'The Legend' and 'Secret Garden.'
◆ Stray Kids' Lee Know injures ankle at the 2025 MAMA Awards
Stray Kids member Lee Know sustained an injury during the 2025 MAMA Awards.
On Nov. 30, JYP Entertainment announced via its official social channels: "Lee Know injured his ankle during the Nov. 29 MAMA stage and received on-site treatment in Hong Kong. After returning to Korea on the 30th, he immediately visited a hospital for the necessary tests and treatment."
The agency added: "He was diagnosed with an ankle sprain and, per medical advice, will undergo appropriate treatment and get ample rest."
"We ask for the deep understanding of fans who were worried," JYP said. "The artist's health is our top priority, and we will do our best to support Lee Know's swift recovery."
Fans reacted with messages like, "What a bolt from the blue" and "Wishing you a speedy recovery."
◆ Ji Sang-ryeol confirms he's dating Shin Boram, 16 years his junior: "We're seeing each other warmly"
Comedian Ji Sang-ryeol acknowledged he is in a relationship with show host Shin Boram, who is 16 years younger.
On the Nov. 29 broadcast of KBS 2TV's reality show 'Mr. House Husband 2,' Ji addressed questions about their status, saying, "Saying 'we're dating' feels awkward," but admitted, "We get along and are seeing each other warmly."
Back in September, 'Mr. House Husband 2' aired Ji's blind date with Shin, set up by fellow comedian Yum Kyung-hwan, which drew interest.
Viewers left congratulatory notes such as "Hope your love keeps going strong" and "Wishing you a warm romance."
◆ Ham Eun-jung marries director Kim Byung-woo in private ceremony; Ha Jung-woo delivers toast
Actor Ham Eun-jung walked down the aisle with film director Kim Byung-woo.
On Nov. 30, the couple held a private wedding at a Seoul hotel with only family and close friends in attendance.
Actor Ha Jung-woo, star of Kim's signature film 'The Terror Live,' gave a congratulatory speech. The bride herself sang the celebratory song, adding to the emotion of the moment.
The two reportedly met through a film-industry circle and have dated for a long time.
Both plan to continue their careers after the wedding. Ham Eun-jung returns on Dec. 15 in MBC's daily drama 'The First Man,' while director Kim is set to premiere the Netflix film 'The Great Flood' on Dec. 19.
◆ Park Ha-sun lives up to her "golden touch" with third-prize lottery win
Actor Park Ha-sun showed off her "golden touch."
On Nov. 30, Park wrote on Instagram, "This week's lotto golden hand is me, it's me," sharing a photo.
In the shot, she wears a pink two-piece outfit and golden gloves.
"I guess I really do have the golden touch," she said. "One of our company managers bought a ticket after seeing me on TV yesterday and hit third prize." She added, "It's my first time seeing 1 million won in person."
Park appeared as the special "golden hand" guest on the Nov. 29 live broadcast of MBC's 'Happy Dream Lotto 6/45.' She has been serving this year as a lottery publicity ambassador and head of the Happiness Sharing Volunteer Corps.
Park is also gearing up for the Disney+ series 'Unmyeongjeonjaeng 49' next year.