A new K-pop boy group formed from survival show alumni is already gaining traction — not for its music yet, but for its visuals. Rookie group AND2BLE, featuring former members of ZEROBASEONE and EVNNE, is drawing attention ahead of its debut after releasing a series of concept photos that fans say show “perfect visual synergy.” The five-member group — Zhang Hao, Yoo Seungeon, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin and Han Yujin — unveiled unit photos, four-cut photo booth shots and ID-style portraits through official channels on April 9. In the unit images, the members showcased a cohesive, polished look, emphasizing what fans described as a “golden balance” as a team. Dressed in soft knits and refined shirts, the group projected a classic, almost editorial aesthetic, reminiscent of fashion campaign visuals. A contrasting mood emerged in the four-cut photos, where the members displayed a more playful and relaxed side. Their casual poses highlighted the group chemistry, offering a glimpse into their offstage dynamic and reinforcing a sense of closeness even before their official debut. The ID-sty

The tax controversy surrounding K-pop star and actor Cha Eun-woo has drawn fresh attention after a practicing accountant stepped in to counter claims that his recent payment was a “loophole” or delayed compliance. On April 9, attorney and certified accountant Kim Myung-gyu shared an analysis on social media aimed at “non-experts,” explaining the background behind reports that Cha paid 13 billion won (approximately $9.6 million) after facing tax evasion allegations. Kim said public criticism has focused on “why the payment was made only now,” but argued that, if the reported amount is accurate, the sum should be understood not as unpaid taxes but as an additional levy imposed after review — and that the timing was part of a standard process, not a late payment. “He did not fail to pay — he could not pay earlier,” Kim said, explaining that Cha had been undergoing a pre-assessment review with the National Tax Service, a procedure that allows taxpayers to challenge the validity of a tax claim before a formal notice is issued. According to Kim, no official payment notice i

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