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Review of SM’s 30th Anniversary Concert: "A Five-Hour Showcase Focused Only on the Future, Ignoring the Past"
Absence of Girls’ Generation and SHINee as Full Groups... Disappointing Setlist and Overuse of Trainee Performances
1/14/25
Music
SM’s New Girl Group ‘Hearts2Hearts’ Confirmed to Debut in February: "First Newcomer in 5 Years Since aespa"
Unveiled at ‘SMTOWN LIVE 2025’... “First Girl Group Without Lee Soo-man’s Input” Raises Expectations
1/13/25
Music
ADOR Files Injunction Against NewJeans to Prohibit Advertising Contracts: "A Threat to the Foundation of the K-pop Industry"
"Continued Attempts to Independently Sign Advertising Deals"... Request to Restrict Commercial Activities Until Exclusive Contract Dispute Is Resolved
1/13/25
Music
Park Gyu-young: "Feeling the Global Phenomenon of Squid Game 2... Bringing a Twist with a New Character"
10 Days at No. 1 on Netflix in 93 Countries Simultaneously... "Put a Lot of Effort Into the Pink Guard Kang Noeul Role"
1/11/25
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ADOR Files Injunction Against NewJeans to Prohibit Advertising Contracts: "A Threat to the Foundation of the K-pop Industry"
"Continued Attempts to Independently Sign Advertising Deals"... Request to Restrict Commercial Activities Until Exclusive Contract Dispute Is Resolved
1/13/25
Music
Park Gyu-young: "Feeling the Global Phenomenon of Squid Game 2... Bringing a Twist with a New Character"
10 Days at No. 1 on Netflix in 93 Countries Simultaneously... "Put a Lot of Effort Into the Pink Guard Kang Noeul Role"
1/11/25
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Rosé’s Self-Composed Song Apartment Climbs Billboard and UK Official Charts: "2024, the Most Challenging Yet Rewarding Year"
Billboard Hot 100 No. 5 and UK Official Singles Chart No. 2: "An Unforgettable Year with Amazing Friends"
1/7/25
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HYBE’s Eventful 2024: “From NewJeans Contract Termination to Bang Si-hyuk’s Controversies”
From Min Hee-jin-HYBE disputes to BTS Suga’s DUI incident… A tough year for K-pop’s largest corporation
12/30/24
Music
7 Reasons to Watch ‘Squid Game Season 2’… "A Wild Ride Surpassing the Original"
From Lee Byung-hun to Park Sung-hoon, a Masterclass in Acting… Twists and Symbolic Clues Galore
12/26/24
Movie/Drama
Unreleased Squid Game 2 Nominated for Golden Globe Best TV Drama… “An Unprecedented Move”
Rare Nomination for an Unreleased TV Series… Netflix’s “Christmas Release” Strategy Gains Attention
12/10/24
Movie/Drama
K-pop’s “7-Year Curse” Becomes the “3-Year Danger Zone”: Rookie Girl Groups Announce Contract Terminations
Contract Disputes Emerge for Newly Debuted Groups Like NewJeans and VCHA... A Shift in Girl Group Management Paradigm
12/9/24
Music
Fiery Priest 2 Ratings and OTT Rankings Surge Together: Praised for "Black Comedy Critique of Society"
Ranked #1 Among Domestic Miniseries and #2 on Disney+ Worldwide... Sharp Social Satire Combined with Humor Garners Attention
NewJeans Announces Termination of Exclusive Contract with ADOR: "We Can No Longer Work with a Company That Fails to Protect Its Artists"
A Shocking Decision by a Global K-pop Leader... Experts Predict a Turning Point for Industry Contract Practices
11/29/24
Music
K-Pop Idol Rosé’s Honest Confession: “I Want to Show the Real Me Behind the Perfect Image”
From BLACKPINK Member to Solo Artist, Rosé Shares Her Journey of Self-Discovery Shaped by YG’s Rigorous Training System
11/27/24
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BTS’s Jimin Wins Grand Prize ‘Fans’ Choice of the Year’ at MAMA Awards, First Solo Winner in a Decade
Achieves 4 Billion Streams as the First K-pop Soloist During Military Service, Extending BTS’s Award Dominance
11/26/24
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Rosé Releases New Single ‘Number One Girl’ with Bruno Mars as Producer
Track from Upcoming First Full-Length Album Rosie Pre-Released; First Performance of ‘APT.’ with Bruno Mars Confirmed for MAMA AWARDS
11/22/24
Music
BTS’ Jin Premieres ‘Running Wild’ on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Appears on NBC’s Iconic Talk Show to Introduce New Album; Special Fan Event ‘Merry Run Around’ Scheduled in Seoul on the 24th
11/21/24
Music
Tensions Escalate Between NewJeans and ADOR
ADOR Affirms Commitment to Supporting NewJeans Without Min Hee-jin as Attention Turns to Their Next Moves Amid Notice Deadline
11/20/24
Music
Actor Song Jae-Rim Passes Away... Allegations of Persistent Harassment by Japanese Sasaeng Fan
Months of Relentless Stalking Including Online Defamation and Distribution of Photos of Acquaintances... Police Confirm Discovery of a Suicide Note
11/14/24
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Director Hwang Dong-hyuk on Casting Choi Seung-hyun: "Perhaps My Judgment Was Short"
Explains, "Thorough Verification Through Auditions and Readings... An Actor Who Needed Great Courage for the Role"
11/12/24
Movie/Drama
'T-ara Bullying Scandal' Reignited After 12 Years
Where Did the Lessons of the Past Go? The Storm Caused by MBK Entertainment's CEO's Comments on Variety Show
11/11/24
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Rosé Achieves Success with 'APT.', Faces Malicious Rumors
Despite Record-Breaking Achievements like 100 Million Spotify Streams and No. 8 on Billboard, Plagiarism Allegations and Malicious Rumors Spread
11/11/24
Music
GOT7's Jinyoung Completes 18-Month Military Service
Surprise Visit from Yugyeom and BamBam to Celebrate... Hints at New GOT7 Album in the Works
11/7/24
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Singer BIBI Returns as Actress Kim Hyung-seo
Conquering the Screen with Innate Acting Talent Proven on Stage... "An Actress with Instinctive Acting Ability"
11/6/24
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Disney+'s 'Gangnam B-Side' Unveils Three Distinct Characters of Jo Woo-jin, Ji Chang-wook, and Ha Yoon-kyung
Keyword stills released ahead of November 6 premiere... "From humanistic sexiness to daring transformations"
G-Dragon Releases New Song 'POWER' After 7 Years
Addresses Drug Allegations and 2nd-Generation Idol Pride... Scheduled for MAMA Awards Performance in November
10/31/24
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'MAMA Awards' Celebrates 25th Anniversary with First U.S. Event
Relay Broadcasts Planned from LA and Osaka... Special Performances Including G-Dragon's Comeback Stage
10/29/24
Music
BLACKPINK’s Rosé: MBE Honor Resurfaces Amidst 'APT.' Chart Success
Fastest K-Pop Female Solo Artist to Reach 100 Million Spotify Streams... Potential Knighthood in the UK Royal Honors
10/28/24
Music
Belift Lab CEO Kim Tae-ho: "ILLIT's Alleged Plagiarism of NewJeans Is Completely Unfounded"
Civil lawsuit and charges filed against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin... Awaiting judicial decision
10/24/24
Music
aespa Unveils Music Video Teaser for New Mini Album Whiplash
Album Set to Drop on the 21st at 6 PM... "Highlighting Empowered and Futuristic Characters"
10/20/24
Music
Kim Sejeong Returns as the Rom-Com Queen After Two Years with Brewing Love
New Monday-Tuesday Drama Brewing Love Premieres November 4... Set to Showcase Her Charming Energy as a Top Salesperson at a Liquor Company
10/15/24
Movie/Drama
UNIS Named One of ‘12 Rising Girl Groups to Watch’ by GRAMMY.com
Proves Global Influence Just 8 Months After Debut... Following Successful Japan Fan Meeting, First Philippine Fan Concert Set
10/11/24
Music
NewJeans' Hanni Decides to Appear Solo at Parliamentary Audit... "For Bunnies and the Members"
Scheduled to Attend as a Witness Regarding Workplace Harassment Allegations... Highlights the Importance of the Parliamentary Audit
10/10/24
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Jung So-min Portrays the Growth of a 'K-Firstborn' in 'Love Next Door'... "Found Comfort Through Seok Ryu"
Gains Empathy Through Journey of Self-Discovery... Adds Depth to the Character Based on Personal Experience
10/9/24
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Jennie Embarks on a New Journey as a Solo Artist… Releases New Single 'Mantra' on the 11th
Second BLACKPINK Member to Go Solo… Global and Domestic Music Markets in Focus
10/7/24
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FIFTY FIFTY Unveils 'Gravity' for the First Time on 'Show! Champion'… "Overwhelmed with Emotions"
Showcases B-Side Track Alongside Title Track 'SOS'… Keena: "We Will Show a More Impressive and Powerful Performance"
10/3/24
Music
"Dear Hyeri": The Contrast of Sorrow and Happiness Through Shin Haesun's Dual Role
The Duality of a Sister Longing for Her Missing Sibling and a Sister Living a New Life... Exploring Identity Confusion and the Meaning of Happiness
ADOR Responds to NewJeans' Deadline... Min Hee-jin Reappointed as Director, CEO Return 'Not an Option'
Five-Year Producing Proposal for NewJeans... Detailed Response Delivered to Members
9/25/24
Music
FIFTY FIFTY Overcomes Legal Disputes and Makes a Comeback as a 5-Member Group
Keena and new members release mini-album 'Love Tune'... Eyes on whether global success will continue
9/20/24
Music
Former APRIL Member Lee Na-eun Faces Career Setback Due to Kwaktube’s 'Proxy Forgiveness' Controversy
Bullying Allegations Against Lee Hyun-joo Resurface... Public Opinion Deteriorates, Jeopardizing Her Comeback
9/18/24
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FIFTY FIFTY’s Agency ATTRAKT Accuses Former Members and Warner Music Korea of Tampering
Evidence Including Audio Recordings Secured"... Accusation Against Warner Music Korea: "Attempt to Steal Artists with Money and Power
9/17/24
Music
NewJeans Music Video Production Company Dolphiners Films and ADOR Face Deepening Copyright Dispute
ADOR Claims “Breach of Contract” vs. Director Shin Woo-seok’s “Stop Lying”... Conflict Expands Over Ban Hee-soo Channel OwnershipADOR Claims “Breach of Contract” vs. Director Shin Woo-seok’s “Stop Lying”... Conflict Expands Over Ban Hee-soo Channel Ownership
9/11/24
Music
Veteran 2' Returns After 9 Years... Hwang Jung-min and Jung Hae-in Lead in an Action-Packed Crime Thriller
Director Ryoo Seung-wan Balances Realism with Action... Will It Surpass the 13 Million Viewers of the First Film?
Ador reignites copyright dispute with Dolphiners Films: “Stop holding the channel hostage to create anxiety”
NewJeans’ agency Ador reiterates contract terms with music video production company, emphasizing, "Protecting the artist's works is the basic duty of a label."
9/9/24
Music
Jung So-min’s Character in Love Next Door Battles Stomach Cancer, Dividing Viewer Opinions
Rising Ratings at Risk Due to "Heavy Secret" Reveal... Viewers Disappointed: "Expected a Healing Rom-com"
BLACKPINK Celebrates 8th Anniversary with Fans, Creating Special Memories... "Thank You for Being with Us"
Showcasing Love for Fans Through Fan Sign Event and Pink Carpet Premiere... Full Group Comeback Teased for 2025
9/7/24
Music
Teddy's New Girl Group MEOVV: "We Will Become the Leading 5th-Generation Girl Group"
The Black Label's First Girl Group Shares Their Goals and Thoughts at Global Online Debut Showcase
9/6/24
Music
Everything About Byeon Woo-Seok
Byeon Woo-Seok is a Korean actor who started his career as a model.
8/25/24
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Mukbang YouTuber Tzuyang Reveals Past Assault and Sexual Abuse... Accusations of Blackmail by "Rekka YouTubers" Emerge
Shocking Past of a YouTuber with 10.1 Million Subscribers... Evidence of Blackmail and Monetary Demands by Certain YouTubers
7/16/24
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'2024 K World Dream Awards' First Lineup Announced... 5th Generation Idols Join in Large Numbers
QWER, Young Posse, NCT WISH, and more to participate... Aiming to attract 10 million K-pop tourists
7/12/24
Music
FIFTY FIFTY Faces $1 Billion Compensation Lawsuit... New Chapter with Five-Member Reorganization
ATTRAKT vs. The Givers Legal Battle Begins... Tied with New Member Lineup and Comeback Preparations
7/11/24
Music
Kiss of Life Aims for 'Summer Queen' Title with Refreshing New Single 'Sticky'
Kiss of Life, known for their powerful vocals, confident stage presence, and hip, free-spirited concepts, has returned after three months with a refreshing and lively summer look.
7/1/24
Music
Person Mistaken as Mistress by Actress Hwang Jung-eum Pleads for End to Secondary Harm, Explains Settlement Failure
A person identified as A, who was mistakenly accused of being a mistress by actress Hwang Jung-eum, has appealed for an end to secondary harm and clarified the reasons for the settlement failure, stating it was not about money.
6/26/24
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Why Fans Can't Help But Love aespa
Idols put a lot of thought into their concepts every time they make a comeback. Whether to go with a girl crush vibe, a refreshing image, or a cute girl style. Despite all these choices, if we were to pick the girl group with the most consistent and beloved concept, it would undoubtedly be aespa.
6/3/24
Music
CEO Min Hee-jin Offers Reconciliation to HYBE
Min Hee-jin retained her position as CEO of ADOR following the interim shareholders' meeting held on the 31st.
6/1/24
Music
Min Hee-jin, CEO of ADOR, Extends Olive Branch to HYBE, Proposing Constructive Direction for All
Min Hee-jin, CEO of ADOR, extended an olive branch to HYBE during a press conference held at the Press Center in Jung-gu, Seoul, on the 31st, proposing a constructive direction for everyone involved.
6/1/24
Music
SHINee Celebrates 16th Anniversary with Spectacular Encore Concert
SHINee shone brighter and more brilliantly than ever as they celebrated their 16th anniversary.
5/29/24
Music
How to Become a K-Pop Idol: A Journey from Aspiring Trainee to Star
Let's explore what it takes to become a K-Pop idol, from the initial audition to the rigorous training process.
5/20/24
Min Hee-jin vs HYBE: Legal Battle Over Management Rights Intensifies
The management rights dispute between HYBE and Min Hee-jin, CEO of Ador, has escalated into a legal battle.
5/8/24
Music
IVE's New Music Video 'HEYA' Sparks Controversy Among Chinese Netizens Over Cultural Claims
The music video for IVE's new song 'HEYA' is unexpectedly suffering from malicious comments from Chinese netizens.
4/30/24
Music
Rise of the 5th Generation: Shaping a New Era in K-pop
K-pop is divided into "generations," and idols belonging to each generation share a sense of solidarity and form a common ground.
4/24/24
Music
The Irony and Paradox of 'The Sympathizer'... Director Park Chan-wook's Meticulous Design Method (Press Conference)
"It's a story that never truly ends. It's not just someone else's tale. It will deeply resonate with us as well." (Director Park Chan-wook)
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4/12/24
Twice's Chaeyoung in a Relationship with Zion.T
Chaeyoung has been in a relationship with Zion.T for six months.
4/5/24
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A Spring Date to Daehakro, the Street of Culture and Arts
Let me introduce you to a Daehakro course where you can encounter various attractions
3/29/24
Foreigners' Awkward Korean: How Do Koreans think It?
In recent years, Koreans have been showing positive reactions to foreigners who are learning and trying to use Korean.
3/29/24
NewJeans Announces Comeback and Debut in Japan
The announcement stated that NewJeans will be releasing double singles in Korea and Japan on May 24th and June 21st, respectively.
3/27/24
Music
The Roundup: Punishment: Character Preview
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We want to be a category called ONEWE"... 'Complete' ONEWE joins the K-band craze
The talented boy band ONEWE has returned after 1 year and 3 months with their 3rd mini-album.
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BTS Dominates Circle Chart's 2024 H1 Global K-Pop Chart
35 Songs Charted Through Group and Solo Activities... Jungkook's Solo Achievements Stand Out with 13 Entries
7/12/24
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4/12/24
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4/24/24
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Rosé Reveals Her Journey Preparing for First Solo Album rosie in Paper Magazine Interview
Expressing the Turbulence of My Twenties… I Want to Show the Real Me
11/5/24
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Forbes Recognizes K-pop Sensation IVE in 30 Under 30 Asia List
The American economic magazine 'Forbes' has praised IVE. On the 15th, IVE was named to the 'Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2024 list.'
5/17/24
Music
BTS Jin Appointed as Seoul Tourism Ambassador, Becomes Global Sensation
Leads the 'Feel Soul Good' Campaign... Gaining Attention from International Media
8/22/24
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Min Hee-jin's Petition for Reappointment as CEO Dismissed
Court States "Shareholders Cannot Legally Compel Directors"... HYBE Pledges to "Prioritize ADOR’s Stabilization"
10/29/24
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SEVENTEEN’s Fandom 'CARAT' Launches Boycott Against HYBE
HYBE’s Internal Document Controversy and Seungkwan’s Social Media Remarks... Strong Responses Including Album Cancellations and Streaming Bans
10/29/24
Music
aespa to Bring Hip-Hop Dance Vibes with New Album 'Whiplash'... Set for Release on October 21st
6 Tracks Including EDM Title Song... Solo Tracks from Each Member Pre-Released
10/9/24
Music
SEVENTEEN Corrects BBC's "AI Lyrics" Error... "All Music Created by Humans"
Misunderstanding from Woozi's Comments Leads to Error... Agency and Members Issue Clarifications
7/15/24
Music
GOT7's Jay B Unveils Teaser for First Full-Length Album 'Archive One'
Ahead of the November 27 Release, Promises Mature Charm... Concerts in Seoul in December and Bangkok in January
11/7/24
Music
Rosé’s Self-Composed Song Apartment Climbs Billboard and UK Official Charts: "2024, the Most Challenging Yet Rewarding Year"
Billboard Hot 100 No. 5 and UK Official Singles Chart No. 2: "An Unforgettable Year with Amazing Friends"
1/7/25
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Byeon Woo-seok's Security Company Apologizes for "Excessive Security" Controversy... "Plans to Implement Preventive Education"
Controversy over Unauthorized Control of Airport Gates, Inspection of Passenger Tickets... Revealed to Be the Security Company's Own Decision, Not at the Request of the Agency
7/15/24
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Netflix Series Sequels in Crisis... Continuous Underperformance from 'Gyeongseong Creature' to 'Hellbound'
Actor Risks and Story Issues Overlap... Attention Focused on 'Squid Game 2' Success
NewJeans Achieves Five Consecutive Million-Seller Status with Japanese Debut Single
'Sales of 'Supernatural' Reach 1.02 Million... Total Sales Since Debut Reach 7.55 Million
7/11/24
Music
BTS Jin Releases 'Run Jin' EP.2... A Triumphant Return to His Alma Mater
'Worldwide Handsome' Jin in School Uniform Creates Memories with Juniors During a Joyful Day
8/21/24
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SEVENTEEN Shines as Maestros on MTV's 'Fresh Out Live' with Dynamic Performance
SEVENTEEN captivated the audience on MTV's 'Fresh Out Live' on the 10th, showcasing their title track 'Maestro' from their best album.
Kim Sung-cheol Takes Over Yoo Ah-in's Role in 'Hellbound 2'
Lost 10kg in 5 Months for the Role of Jeong Jin-soo... "Pushed Myself to the Limit for a Choice Without Regrets"
CEO Min Hee-jin Offers Reconciliation to HYBE
Min Hee-jin retained her position as CEO of ADOR following the interim shareholders' meeting held on the 31st.
6/1/24
Music
HYBE Files Complaint Against ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin for Alleged Attempt to Seize Management Rights, Sparking Intense Public Dispute.
The conflict between HYBE andADOR has exploded, with HYBE accusing Min Hee-jin of attempting to "seize management rights," while Min Hee-jin denies the allegations.
4/25/24
Music
ILLIT: The Rising Stars of HYBE's Global Kpop
ILLIT is HYBE's new girl group, formed through the global audition program 'Are You Next' as a multinational quintet.
4/19/24
Music
BTS’s Jimin Wins Grand Prize ‘Fans’ Choice of the Year’ at MAMA Awards, First Solo Winner in a Decade
Achieves 4 Billion Streams as the First K-pop Soloist During Military Service, Extending BTS’s Award Dominance
11/26/24
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Apple TV+ 'Pachinko' Returns with a New Season
Apple TV+'s 'Pachinko' is returning with a new season, set to premiere on August 23rd.
IVE’s Jang Wonyoung’s Agency Faces Controversy with ' 탈덕수용소' YouTube Channel in Ongoing Legal Battle
IVE’s Jang Wonyoung's agency, Starship Entertainment, is in the midst of a legal battle with the YouTube channel '탈덕수용소' (Talduk Sooyongso)
6/19/24
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Kang Fulls Universum trifft auf Disney: Die Bedeutung von „märchenhafter Hoffnung“ in Light Shop
Dystopien mit der universellen Kraft der „Liebe“ überwinden: Die Weiterentwicklung von Kang Fulls Erzählkunst
12/30/24
Movie/Drama
NewJeans adds another 100 million streaming song.
'ASAP' has accumulated 136.33 million streams (as of April 3rd).
4/5/24
Music
Rapper San E Arrested on Aggravated Assault Charges... Public Fatigue Grows Amid Unending Controversies
From Past Scandals to the Latest Assault Case... Questions Arise Over the Sincerity of a Belated Apology from a Once-Popular Rapper
8/20/24
Music
BTS’s Suga Drunk Driving Incident Sparks ‘Suga Challenge’ Controversy... Claims of “Anti-Fan Impersonation” Emerge
Drunk Driving Posts Spread on Social Media... Fans Claim "Mockery by Overseas Anti-Fans"
8/12/24
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RM of BTS is set to embark on his second solo venture.
On the 24th at 1 PM (Korean time), RM will release his second solo album 'Right Place, Wrong Person' on various music platforms.
5/24/24
Music
BTS’ Jin Premieres ‘Running Wild’ on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Appears on NBC’s Iconic Talk Show to Introduce New Album; Special Fan Event ‘Merry Run Around’ Scheduled in Seoul on the 24th
11/21/24
Music
BTS's Jungkook Sets All-Time Weverse Record with Surprise Holiday Live – Surpasses 20.2 Million Views
Performs Over 30 Songs, Receives 2.92 Billion Hearts – Proves Global Power with Billboard Awards and Year-End Chart Success
12/19/24
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SEVENTEEN Captivates Disney's Year-End Special Show: 'Santa Claus' Performance in Front of the Millennium Falcon Goes Viral
First K-pop Group to Appear on a Disney Special... Sharing the Spotlight with Elton John and John Legend, Proving Global Influence
12/2/24
Music
NewJeans Set for Monumental Japanese Debut with Hiroshi Fujiwara Collaboration
Girl group NewJeans has announced an unprecedented debut in Japan, collaborating with cultural icons
NewJeans to Release New Double Single 'How Sweet' After 10 Months
NewJeans is making a comeback with new music after 10 months
5/24/24
Music
BTS Jungkook's Solo Album 'GOLDEN' Shines on iTunes and Apple Music
BTS member Jungkook's solo album 'GOLDEN,' released last November, continues its impressive performance on iTunes and Apple Music.
6/1/24
Music
HYBE Artists' Stage Costumes to be Displayed at LA's Grammy Museum in Large-Scale Exhibition
'We Believe in Music' Exhibition to Run from August 2 to September 15
7/10/24
Music
DO KYUNG SOO and Byun Woo Seok in Fierce Competition for 1st Place in 'Hot Character Awards'... Voting Ends on the 26th
Hosted on Global Fandom Platform 'UPICK'... Winning Actor to Receive Lotte World Mall Billboard Advertisement
8/20/24
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Review of SM’s 30th Anniversary Concert: "A Five-Hour Showcase Focused Only on the Future, Ignoring the Past"
Absence of Girls’ Generation and SHINee as Full Groups... Disappointing Setlist and Overuse of Trainee Performances
1/14/25
Music
Stray Kids Achieve Sixth Billboard 200 No. 1 – "First in 69-Year Chart History to Debut at No. 1 Six Times in a Row"
'GNX' Beats Taylor Swift to Claim Top Spot – "A New Chapter in K-pop History"
12/23/24
Music
Daesung Launches Web Entertainment Talk Show
Singer Daesung is set to engage in special communication with his fans through a new content.
4/8/24
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HYBE’s Eventful 2024: “From NewJeans Contract Termination to Bang Si-hyuk’s Controversies”
From Min Hee-jin-HYBE disputes to BTS Suga’s DUI incident… A tough year for K-pop’s largest corporation
12/30/24
Music
K-pop’s “7-Year Curse” Becomes the “3-Year Danger Zone”: Rookie Girl Groups Announce Contract Terminations
Contract Disputes Emerge for Newly Debuted Groups Like NewJeans and VCHA... A Shift in Girl Group Management Paradigm
12/9/24
Music
QWER Achieves First Music Show Win in 358 Days Since Debut... Tops 'Show Champion' with 'My Name is Clear'
A Rare Win Without a Broadcast Appearance... Dominates Top Charts, Including 2nd Place on Melon TOP100
10/10/24
Music
Jung So-min Shares Her Thoughts on the End of 'Love Next Door'… "Meeting Seok Ryu Was a Blessing"
Rom-Com Queen's Power Reconfirmed… Subtle Emotional Acting Captivates Viewers' Hearts
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin Faces ₩500 Million Legal Battle with Source Music
Simultaneous lawsuits with Belift Lab and Source Music to commence in January, escalating into one of K-pop's largest legal disputes
11/21/24
Music
BTS’s Jin to Meet Fans at '2024 FESTA' Post-Military Discharge
Jin from BTS is set to reconnect with ARMY (BTS fandom) in his first official activity after his military discharge.
6/13/24
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aespa's Supernova Named "Best Song of 2024" by Billboard and NME... “A Defining K-pop Anthem of the Year”
Praised by Leading US and UK Media for Its Innovative Production… A Global Hitmaker Setting New Records Domestically and Internationally
12/9/24
Music
Overseas BTS ARMY Releases Statement Opposing the Return of Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin
#MinHeeJinOut' Hashtag Dominates Global Trends... Claims She "Harmed BTS
9/17/24
Music
Taeyang Holds Successful Solo Concert After 7 Years
BIGBANG's Daesung and Jeon Somi Make Surprise Appearances, Adding to the Excitement... Asia Tour Set to Continue
8/31/24
Music
IVE Graces Front Pages of Japanese Newspapers After Tokyo Dome Concert, Emerging as Icon for the MZ Generation
Proves Popularity in Japan with Encore Concert Drawing 95,000 Fans... Recognized as a New Leader of the Hallyu Wave
9/5/24
Music
Jennie Embarks on a New Journey as a Solo Artist… Releases New Single 'Mantra' on the 11th
Second BLACKPINK Member to Go Solo… Global and Domestic Music Markets in Focus
10/7/24
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BTS to Reunite for Jin’s Military Discharge on June 12
On June 12, BTS will gather to welcome Jin as he completes his military service.
6/10/24
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ATEEZ Celebrates 6th Debut Anniversary with Special Content... "Commemorating with ATINY"
Dominated Global Festivals This Year Including Coachella and Mawazine... Achieved Four Consecutive Million-Seller Albums, Proving Growth
10/24/24
Music
aespa Tops Music Charts for 7 Consecutive Weeks with 'Supernova'... Achieves No.1 in Girl Group Brand Reputation
Overcoming Pre-comeback Controversies, Proving Popularity with Unique 'Steel Flavor' Music... Expanding Global Presence with Japan Arena Tour
7/15/24
Music
MONSTA X’s Minhyuk Discharges From Military… "A Valuable and Precious Time"
Live Broadcast and Fan Event Planned to Celebrate His Discharge… "I Will Return With Better News and Diverse Appearances"
10/3/24
Celeb
BTS’s Suga Faces Negligence Allegations Following Drunk Driving Incident... Controversy Grows
Claims of Inadequate Participation During Social Service Agent Training Surface... Calls for Military Manpower Administration Investigation Intensify
8/16/24
Celeb
Kara to Release Full Group Track 'Hello' Featuring Late Goo Hara's Voice
Unreleased track from 2013 to be pre-released in Korean version on the 16th... Complete lineup with six members
7/16/24
Music
Starship Artists Release Reactions to K.will's New Music Video... "It's like a well-made movie"
Members of Monsta X, WJSN, IVE and more participate... "K.will is K.will" praised
7/11/24
Music
LE SSERAFIM Shows Impressive Growth in the U.S. and U.K. Music Markets... Sets New Records on Spotify and Official Charts
Breaks Personal Best on Spotify U.S. and Global Charts with "Crazy"... First Entry on the U.K. Official Singles Chart
9/7/24
Music
Foreigners' Awkward Korean: How Do Koreans think It?
In recent years, Koreans have been showing positive reactions to foreigners who are learning and trying to use Korean.
3/29/24
Lee Seung-yoon Shares Musical Concerns and Reflections at Showcase for New Album 'Yeokseong'
Singer Lee Seung-yoon delved into his thoughts and reflections on his music.
7/3/24
Music
Female BJ Arrested and Indicted for Extorting 800 Million Won from Kim Junsu through Blackmail: "Threatened to Spread on Social Media"
Persistent Blackmail and Extortion Over 101 Incidents... Defendant Also on Trial for Drug-Related Charges
12/2/24
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LE SSERAFIM Silences Skill Controversy at Fall University Festivals… “Clearly Improved Live Performance”
First University Festival Since Coachella… Members Receive Praise for Enhanced Vocal Skills and Stage Presence
10/2/24
Music
BTS Jungkook's Documentary Jung Kook: I Am Still Premieres in Korea on the 18th, Overseas Release Dates in Discussion
Behind-the-Scenes of Solo Activities and Personal Reflections Revealed... Global Fans' Excitement Soars
Rosé Releases New Single ‘Number One Girl’ with Bruno Mars as Producer
Track from Upcoming First Full-Length Album Rosie Pre-Released; First Performance of ‘APT.’ with Bruno Mars Confirmed for MAMA AWARDS
11/22/24
Music
BTS Jin Tops Japan's 'Most Charming K-Pop Star with Short Hair' Poll, Proving Global Popularity
Secures 1st Place with an Overwhelming 63.77% Vote... Increased Attention as Seoul Tourism Ambassador
8/23/24
Celeb
Belift Lab CEO Kim Tae-ho: "ILLIT's Alleged Plagiarism of NewJeans Is Completely Unfounded"
Civil lawsuit and charges filed against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin... Awaiting judicial decision
10/24/24
Music
Song Joong-ki's "Loh Kiwan" Continues to Captivate Global Audiences
Loh Kiwan, a Netflix film starring Song Joong-ki and Choi Sung-eun, has topped the Netflix global TOP 10 non-English films list for the second week of its release
Jungkook Treats Fans with New Song ‘Never Let Go’
Jungkook of BTS has gifted his fans with new music. On June 7 at 1 PM, he released the digital single “Never Let Go.”
6/7/24
Music
Jang Won-young Wins Second Trial Against ‘Taldeok Camp’ YouTuber... Court Awards $38,000 in Damages
YouTuber Park Sentenced to Two Years in Prison with a Three-Year Probation... "Repeated Defamation, Serious Guilt"
1/22/25
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ILLIT Nominated for MTV EMA ‘Best Asia Act’ Just 7 Months After Debut
The Only K-pop Artist in the Category... Boosted by Global Popularity of 'Magnetic'
10/11/24
Music
ZeroBaseOne Tops Japanese Charts with New Album
ZeroBaseOne is experiencing a surge in popularity in Japan, topping major charts with their new release.
BTS’s Jungkook Announces Dog’s YouTube Channel, Global Fans Go Wild: Silver Play Button Achieved in Just 2 Hours
200,000 Subscribers in 5 Hours Without Any Content… Another Record After “Fastest 1 Million Followers” on Instagram for a Pet
12/9/24
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NewJeans Demand the Return of Former CEO Min Hee-jin... "HYBE Must Restore ADOR by the 25th"
Urgent YouTube Live Broadcast Expresses Their Stance... Criticizes HYBE for Unilateral Decisions and Lack of Communication
9/11/24
Music
NewJeans Pushes for Direct Contracts with Global Brands, Bypassing ADOR – “Exclusive Contract Violation Controversy Intensifies”
Attempts to Negotiate Independent Contracts via Agency Managers Stir Confusion in the Advertising Industry Amid Legal Risks
12/19/24
Music
The Irony and Paradox of 'The Sympathizer'... Director Park Chan-wook's Meticulous Design Method (Press Conference)
"It's a story that never truly ends. It's not just someone else's tale. It will deeply resonate with us as well." (Director Park Chan-wook)
LE SSERAFIM to Perform Solo Stage at Coachella
LE SSERAFIM will perform a 40-minute solo stage at the Sahara Stage starting on the 13th.
4/11/24
Music
Son Hyun-joo Showcases His Acting Brilliance in Your Honor, Captivating Viewers with His Stellar Performance
A Judge Turned Murder Concealer: Son's Complex Portrayal of Fatherly Love and Guilt Receives High Praise
RIIZE Holds On and Offline Premier for First Mini Album 'RIIZING'
The group under SM Entertainment, celebrated the release of their first mini album by hosting an on-and-offline premiere event for their fans.
6/18/24
Music
Person Mistaken as Mistress by Actress Hwang Jung-eum Pleads for End to Secondary Harm, Explains Settlement Failure
A person identified as A, who was mistakenly accused of being a mistress by actress Hwang Jung-eum, has appealed for an end to secondary harm and clarified the reasons for the settlement failure, stating it was not about money.
6/26/24
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SM Entertainment’s Response to INB100's Press Conference Allegations
SM Entertainment has expressed regret over the manner and content of the urgent press conference held today by INB100, which claimed unfair treatment of Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin (collectively known as CBX).
6/11/24
Music
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk on Casting Choi Seung-hyun: "Perhaps My Judgment Was Short"
Explains, "Thorough Verification Through Auditions and Readings... An Actor Who Needed Great Courage for the Role"
11/12/24
Movie/Drama
NCT’s Taeil Leaves Group Amid Sexual Crime Allegations… SM: "Case Is Severe, Further Activities Impossible"
SM Entertainment Releases Official Statement… Taeil Under Police Investigation
8/28/24
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Apology from YouTuber Psik University for Regional Disparagement and Elderly Discrimination Backlash
YouTuber Psik University recently issued an apology following controversy over regional disparagement and elderly discrimination
5/21/24
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DAY6 continues their unlimited reverse run
DAY6 is continuing their phenomenal reverse run on the charts.
4/18/24
Music
Jung So-min Portrays the Growth of a 'K-Firstborn' in 'Love Next Door'... "Found Comfort Through Seok Ryu"
Gains Empathy Through Journey of Self-Discovery... Adds Depth to the Character Based on Personal Experience
10/9/24
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Jimin Dominates Billboard Charts with Solo 2nd Album 'Muse'... Reaffirming as K-pop's 'Muse'
'Who' Ranks 14th on Hot 100, Album Secures 2nd on Billboard 200...Demonstrates Global Influence Even During Military Service
7/30/24
Music
FIFTY FIFTY Unveils 'Gravity' for the First Time on 'Show! Champion'… "Overwhelmed with Emotions"
Showcases B-Side Track Alongside Title Track 'SOS'… Keena: "We Will Show a More Impressive and Powerful Performance"
10/3/24
Music
BabyMonster’s Unstoppable March Towards ‘Global Top Tier’ with New Song ‘Forever’
Rookie sensation BabyMonster continues their unstoppable march towards ‘Global Top Tier’ status.
7/2/24
Music
STAYC to Make Comeback in Early July: "Refreshing Teen Fresh"
STAYC will join the summer music competition with a comeback confirmed for early July.
Taemin Kicks Off First Solo World Tour 'Ephemeral Gaze' Since Debut
A Special Concert Celebrating 10 Years as a Solo Artist... First Show at Incheon Inspire Arena
8/31/24
Music
IVE Successfully Concludes 'IVE SWITCH'Promotions
IVE Successfully Concludes 'IVE SWITCH'Promotions
5/23/24
Music
BTS Dominates Billboard Charts with Solo Releases, Showcasing Continued Global Influence
BTS continues to display their remarkable global influence with solo releases dominating the Billboard charts.
6/19/24
Music