Radio DJ and sports commentator Jon Kabira will take a one-year break starting in October. He plans to travel and re-energize himself. He previously took a similar break in 1999, during which he visited radio stations in Europe and the U.S.

Actress Aoi Miyazaki has been selected for a lead role in the movie "Virgin Snow," a love story set in Seoul. The film is a collaboration between Kadokawa Herald and CJ Entertainment. Popular Korean actor Lee Jun Ki will co-star with Miyazaki.

melody. will be one of the artists featured on the soundtrack to EA's upcoming racing game, "Need for Speed: Carbon," with the song "Feel the Rush (Junkie XL Remix)." She reportedly will also have a voice role in the game.