Male Korean stars under pressure to lose weight (opens original article in a new tab)

Male Korean celebrities are increasingly focusing on weight loss through various methods, reflecting a broader trend in the entertainment industry.

• Male Korean celebrities are adopting weight-loss regimens including exercise, medication, and lifestyle changes
• Singer Shindong used Wegovy but stopped due to unsatisfactory results, while comedian Kwak Bum used Mounjaro and trained for a marathon
• Singer Sung Si-kyung lost 10kg to meet professional responsibilities as a cosmetics model
• The trend reflects a broader shift in Korean entertainment focusing on male stars' health management