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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
Celeb
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
The Roundup: Punishment: Character Preview
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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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 Jungkook Continues to Soar in Popularity on Spotify
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5/29/24
Music
Apink's Yoon Bomi and Rado Confirm 8-Year Relationship
Yoon Bomi of the girl group Apink and Rado a composer and music producer of Black Eyed Pilseung, have acknowledged their romantic relationship.
4/23/24
Celeb
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
RM's "Persona" Music Video Surpasses 100 Million Views After 5 Years
RM of BTS has achieved a remarkable feat with a 5-year-old video.
3/22/24
Music
The group ILLIT has achieved great results on global charts.
The title track 'Magnetic' from ILLIT's mini-album 'SUPER REAL ME' ranked 8th on the 'Global 200' and 2nd on the 'Global (Excl. U.S.)' charts.
4/11/24
Music
Rookie Girl Group ILLIT Wins 'Best New Female Artist' at MAMA 2024, Ushering in a New Era for K-pop
‘2024 MAMA Awards’ Held in Dual Venues in LA and Osaka, Hosted by Park Bo-gum, Proves K-pop’s Global Influence
11/22/24
Music
Queen of Tears ranks 1st in its time slot
Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won moved the viewers with their affectionate pure love story.
ILLIT Captures Teenage Emotions with Second Mini-Album 'I'LL LIKE YOU'
School Uniform Concept and Trendy Slang in Tracklist Build Strong Connection... Excitement Rises Ahead of Comeback on the 21st
10/10/24
Music
LE SSERAFIM's Kim Chaewon Unveils First Featured Song since Debut
American singer-songwriter Tori Kelly released the track 'Spruce' from her new album 'Tori' on the 5th.
4/5/24
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
LE SSERAFIM Becomes First K-Pop Girl Group to Perform Solo at MTV Europe Music Awards
Perfect Performance Noted by Local Host... BBC Praises "Sophisticated and Meticulous Stage"
11/11/24
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
NewJeans Fans Demand Contract Security for Min Hee-jin... Send Open Letter to HYBE and ADOR
1,445 Fans Protest Against Min’s Dismissal: "Key Figure Behind NewJeans’ Success"
9/4/24
Music
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
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?
SEVENTEEN Expands Global Influence... From UNESCO Youth Goodwill Ambassadors to Glastonbury
First K-pop Artist to Perform on Glastonbury's Main Stage... Headlining 'Lollapalooza Berlin' in September
7/11/24
Music
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
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
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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NCT’s Yuta Receives Praise on Grammy.com for First Solo Album Depth… “A Journey of Personal Growth”
A Rock-Inspired Album Reflecting 10 Years of Effort… Revealing Artistic Maturity
11/5/24
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BTS Suga's DUI Incident: Allegations of Downplaying Arise... Agency's Explanation Sparks Controversy
'Kick-board' Term and Travel Distance Error Pointed Out... Big Hit Music "Apologizes for Hasty Announcement"
8/9/24
Music
BTS V’s Solo Album 'Layover' Tops iTunes Charts in 109 Countries on Its First Anniversary
Fifth Asian Solo Artist to Achieve No. 1 in Over 100 Countries, Blending Artistry and Popularity
9/10/24
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
BTS’s Jin Marks Return as ‘King of K-pop’ with 2024 FESTA Event
On the afternoon of June 13, BTS’s Jin celebrated his return by meeting with 4,000 ARMYs (BTS fandom) at the ‘2024 Jin Day: Clear Skies’ fan event held at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul.
6/13/24
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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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From Idols to Icons: The New Paths of Former K-Pop Stars
Many former idol celebrities continue to bring joy to their fans through various activities in different fields.
Stray Kids' New Single ‘Lose My Breath’ Featuring Charlie Puth Enters Billboard ‘Hot 100’
Stray Kids have once again entered the US Billboard 'Hot 100' with their new single ‘Lose My Breath’ featuring Charlie Puth, solidifying their position as a leading global K-pop group.
IVE Departs for Paris to Continue World Tour
Starship Entertainment announced on the 3rd, "IVE has departed for Paris this morning to continue their world tour, 'Show What I Have.'"
6/3/24
Music
(G)I-DLE Successfully Renews Contracts as a Team: From Soyeon’s “Contract Termination” Performance to Winning a Grand Prize
Defying Disbandment Rumors and Winning a Grand Prize, the K-pop Powerhouse Embarks on a New Journey with Cube Entertainment
12/3/24
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NewJeans Members Danielle and Minji Address the Internal Conflict at HYBE
Danielle and Minji, members of the group NewJeans, have shared their feelings amid the internal conflict at HYBE, showing a strengthened attitude and focusing on protecting their fans.
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"
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NewJeans adds another 100 million streaming song.
'ASAP' has accumulated 136.33 million streams (as of April 3rd).
4/5/24
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Lee Jung-eun and Jung Eun-ji shine in dual role in 'Miss Night and Day'
Winning hearts with roles as a job seeker and a senior intern... Enters Netflix global chart
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5/3/24
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BLACKPINK's Lisa Returns to the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Stage After 6 Years
Performing as the Final Act on the 15th in New York... Promoting Her New Single 'Moonlit Floor'
10/9/24
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FT Island Releases 7th Full Album 'Serious' After 17 Years Since Debut... "Showcasing Musical Tenacity"
Includes 10 Tracks Including Title Tracks 'Serious' and 'BURN IT'... All Members Participated in Writing and Composing
7/10/24
Music
'Love in the Big City' Captivates Global Viewers
Enters Top 5 in Americas, Europe, and Oceania via Rakuten Viki... Original Author Park Sang-young: "Differentiated as a Realistic Queer Work"
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
Jung So-min Portrays the Growth of a 'K-Firstborn' in 'Love Next Door'... "Found Comfort Through Seok Ryu"
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10/9/24
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ILLIT’s ‘Magnetic’ Surpasses 200 Million Streams on Spotify
ILLIT's track 'Magnetic' from their mini-album 'Super Real Me' has surpassed 200 million streams on Spotify, the world's largest music streaming platform.
5/23/24
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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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
NewJeans’ Hanni Faces Allegations of Illegal Stay: "Effect of E-6 Visa After Contract Termination"
Amid Contract Dispute with ADOR, New Risks Arise... Ministry of Justice States, "Difficult to Comment on Individual Cases"
1/11/25
Celeb
LE SSERAFIM Achieves Another 'Hundred Million Streams' Milestone on Spotify
LE SSERAFIM has added another 'hundred million streams' song to their Spotify achievements.
6/18/24
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
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
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
SHINee's Key Releases Sensational Music Video for Japanese Single ‘Tongue Tied’
SHINee’s Key has stirred excitement with the release of his music video for the Japanese single ‘Tongue Tied’.
7/3/24
Music
JYP's New Boy Group KickFlip to Debut on the 20th: "A Bold Challenge to Break the Mold"
Pre-release Track Umm Great Showcases Playful Charms... Seven Members: KYEHOON, AMARU, DONGHWA, JUWANG, MINJE, KEIJU, and DONGHYEON
1/6/25
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HyunA and Yong Jun-hyung to Marry on October 11... "Great Comfort to Each Other"
Public Relationship Blossoms in 9 Months... Ceremony to Take Place at Samcheonggak, Seoul
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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
BOYNEXTDOOR’s Mini 3rd Album '19.99' Comeback Showcase a Huge Success... 40,000 Viewers Watch Online
Engaging with Fans from 150 Countries... Proving Musical Talent with Self-Composed Tracks, "We Want to Deliver Comfort and Empathy"
9/10/24
Music
BTS RM Reveals the Production of His New Album
Bighit Music released a live video of BTS RM's second solo album track 'Nuts' on the BTS official YouTube channel on the 30th.
5/30/24
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
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BTS's Jimin to Open 'MUSE' Pop-Up Store... "Creating Special Memories with Fans"
'MUSE Smeraldo Garden' to Operate at 'SikmulgwanPH' in Gangnam-gu, Seoul from the 22nd to the 28th
7/9/24
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BTS J-Hope has captivated Japan.
J-Hope topped the weekly digital album ranking with his special album "Hope on the Street Volume 1."
4/3/24
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
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
Jo Kwon's Shocking Revelation: The Hidden Struggles Behind K-pop's Glittering Facade
Jo Kwon, a member of the group 2AM, made a shocking revelation that he received only 210,000 won (approximately $175) as his first settlement after debuting, following three years of hard work.
7/5/24
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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
Kim Soo-hyun Receives Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Award at the 6th Newsis Hallyu Expo
Recognized for His Contribution to the Spread of Hallyu Through 'Queen of Tears'... "I'm Happy to Receive Such Great Love"
8/22/24
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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
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Girl Group STAYC Embarks on a New Musical Journey with Their First Full-Length Album
Girl group STAYC has launched a new musical journey with their debut full-length album.
7/1/24
Music
TOMORROW X TOGETHER to Hold Japan's Four Major Dome Tour in the Shortest Time Since Debut
Concerts in Tokyo Dome starting on the 10th with a total of 8 shows... "We'll Bring Happiness Beyond Expectations"
7/10/24
Music
'Queen Woo' Part 2 to Be Released on the 12th... Trailer and Poster Tease Intense Power Struggle
Jeon Jong-seo, Lee Soo-hyuk, Kim Mu-yeol in a Fierce Survival Game... Who Will Claim the Throne of Goguryeo?
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"
Actress Seo Ye-ji Signs Exclusive Contract with Song Kang-ho's Agency Sublime
Actress Seo Ye-ji has signed an exclusive contract with Sublime, the agency representing actor Song Kang-ho, marking a fresh start in her career. Seo Ye-ji, who has been surrounded by various controversies and allegations, including gaslighting, has captured attention with her potential comeback.
6/26/24
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BTS's RM Updates Fans on His Military Service on His 30th Birthday
"Halfway through military life"... Shares sincere thoughts via Weverse, continuing to communicate with fans
9/12/24
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Byeon Woo-seok Rises as a Global Star with 'Lovely Runner'... Joins the Ranks of "Asia Prince"
Proven Global Popularity through the Success of tvN Drama 'Lovely Runner' and OST Charting on Billboard... Solidifies Position as a Hallyu Star through Overseas Fan Meeting Tour and Participation in Global Fashion Brand Events
8/23/24
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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
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
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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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'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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Jung Hae-in Succeeds in His First Romantic Comedy with Love Next Door... Proves His Versatile Acting Range
From Youth Rom-Com to Action Films, Jung Hae-in Shines in Various Genres... Anticipation Grows for His Role in Veteran 2
9/5/24
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NewJeans to Release Double Single 'How Sweet' Tomorrow
The release of NewJeans’ new double single 'How Sweet' is just one day away.
5/23/24
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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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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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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Belift Lab Denies Bullying Allegations Against NewJeans' Hani: "Groundless Claims"... Hints at Legal Action
Denies Eyelight Manager's "Ignore" Comment... Refutes Claims of CCTV Footage Deletion
10/7/24
Music
Investigation into BTS Chart Manipulation Allegations Underway
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) is verifying facts before launching a full-scale investigation into allegations of chart manipulation involving BTS.
5/23/24
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
TREASURE Solidifies Popularity in Japan with Theme Song for Primetime Drama
Successful Start to Second Fan Meeting Tour... Pre-release of 'REVERSE' Heightens Fan Anticipation
7/9/24
Music
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
BLACKPINK’s Lisa Returns with a Powerful Concept
BLACKPINK’s Lisa is making a powerful comeback with her new concept.
6/26/24
Music
Actor Yoo Ah-in Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Drug Charges in First Trial... Taken into Custody
Guilty of Habitual Propofol Use and Illegal Purchases... Acquitted of Cannabis Charges... Additional Investigation into Sexual Assault Allegations
9/3/24
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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.
Lawyer Arrested for Blackmailing YouTuber Tzuyang... "Serious Allegations Confirmed"
Accused of Providing Personal Information to Cyber Extortion Group... Prosecutors Charge with Blackmail and Breach of Confidentiality
8/20/24
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Aespa Tops Worldwide Album Chart with 'Armageddon'
According to the latest iTunes update (as of the 27th), aespa has claimed the top spot on the Worldwide Album Chart with their first full-length album, 'Armageddon'.
BTS's Jimin Sweeps iTunes Charts Worldwide with Pre-Release Track from Solo 2nd Album
BTS's Jimin has swept the iTunes charts worldwide with the pre-release track from his second solo album.
6/29/24
Music
LE SSERAFIM Releases Documentary 'Make It Look Easy'... "Capturing the Struggles and Growth"
Intense Journey Over a Year Revealed... Honest Moments and Deepening Bonds Among Members Highlighted
7/30/24
Music
BTS’s Jimin Proves Unrivaled Popularity in Japan... 'MUSE' Album Achieves Gold Certification
Achieves two consecutive certifications from Japan’s Record Association, remains #1 in popularity polls for 17 consecutive months, demonstrating a solid fanbase through solo activities
9/10/24
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Enjoy a High-Quality Seoul Trip at a Luxurious Korean Restaurant
Let's meet premium Korean restaurants with the quality suitable for business meetings or dining with business partners
4/12/24
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
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