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Indian K-pop girlies get ready! HYBE to form new girlgroup
HYBE India has announced plans to form a new girl group.
BTS's agency HYBE to conduct talent auditions in India
HYBE, the entertainment powerhouse behind K-pop sensation BTS, is on the lookout for fresh talent from India.
Did BTS's free comeback concert flop?
The much-anticipated comeback concert of K-pop sensation BTS at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul last weekend witnessed a disappointing turnout.
RM sustains ankle injury ahead of BTS's comeback concert
BTS leader RM has sustained an unfortunate ankle injury during rehearsals for the group's much-anticipated comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul.
'We are finally back': Netflix releases 'BTS: The Return' trailer
BTS has dropped the trailer for their upcoming documentary, BTS: The Return.
Min Hee-jin will forgo $18M if HYBE agrees to this
Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of ADOR and current head of Ooak Records, has proposed a truce with K-pop powerhouse HYBE in exchange for dropping a 25.6 billion Korean won (approximately $17.89 million) put option from the company.
Why is KATSEYE Manon's temporary hiatus turning messy?
The K-pop-inspired international girl group KATSEYE is currently in a state of turmoil following the announcement of member Manon Bannerman's hiatus to focus on her health.
V furious over Min Hee-jin leaking private texts in court
BTS member V has expressed his discontent over his private conversations with former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin being used as court evidence in the ongoing legal battle between HYBE and Min.
HYBE ordered to pay ex-ADOR CEO $17.7M after legal loss
The Seoul Central District Court has ruled in favor of Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of ADOR, over the label's parent company HYBE.
K-pop controversy: Why was NewJeans member sued for $30M?
In a shocking turn of events, South Korean music label Ador has filed a lawsuit against NewJeans member Danielle Marsh, a family member, and former CEO Min Hee-jin.
Ador wins legal battle; NewJeans must stay until 2029
The Seoul Central District Court has ruled that K-pop sensation NewJeans must stay with their agency Ador (subsidiary of HYBE) until 2029, rejecting the group's request to terminate their contract.
Is BTS coming to India in 2026?
Multiple reports suggest that the globally popular K-pop boy band BTS is planning a 20-city world tour in 2026, with Mumbai as a possible stop.
BTS's label HYBE launches Indian subsidiary in Mumbai
HYBE, the company behind K-pop's biggest phenomenon, BTS, has officially launched its Indian subsidiary, HYBE India.
HYBE, creator of BTS, opens India office for music expansion
HYBE, the global entertainment giant behind K-pop sensation BTS, has officially launched its Indian subsidiary.
Justin Bieber settles millions worth of debt to Scooter Braun
Pop sensation Justin Bieber (31) has reportedly settled a financial dispute with his former manager, Scooter Braun.
Want to be K-pop stars? HYBE's global auditions start July
HYBE, the agency behind global K-pop sensations BTS, SEVENTEEN, and TXT (Tomorrow X Together), has announced its first integrated global audition.
HYBE to launch Indian subsidiary by 2025: All we know
HYBE, the South Korean entertainment company behind global K-pop sensations like BTS and SEVENTEEN, is all set to establish a subsidiary in India by 2025.
BTS's agency set to debut another boyband: Everything to know
BigHit Music, the agency that built the global K-pop sensations BTS and TXT, has finally confirmed that they are about to debut a new boy band soon.
HYBE's building lights up ahead of BTS's reunion
As the military discharges of BTS members RM, SUGA, V, Jimin, and Jungkook approach, their agency HYBE has welcomed them with a grand "WE ARE BACK" projection at its headquarters.
Court rules against NJZ in contract dispute with ADOR
In a shocking turn of events, a South Korean court has ruled against popular K-pop group NewJeans, now rebranded as NJZ.
NewJeans rebrands as NJZ amid legal battle with HYBE
Popular K-pop girl group NewJeans has announced a rebranding initiative, adopting the new name NJZ.
K-pop group NewJeans slams ADOR, HYBE for 'ending careers'
Popular K-pop group, NewJeans, has officially refused to return to either ADOR or its parent company HYBE.
ADOR stops NewJeans from taking independent projects; seeks legal action
ADOR, the entertainment agency representing the K-pop girl group NewJeans, has filed a legal injunction at the Seoul Central District Court against the group members.
HYBE retains 'top company' status despite bullying allegations; netizens react
Despite serious allegations of workplace bullying and industrial accident cover-ups, South Korean entertainment conglomerate HYBE has been able to retain its "Top Company" certification.
K-pop: ADOR files lawsuit against NewJeans
Popular K-pop girl group, NewJeans, recently announced the termination of their contract with ADOR, a sub-label of HYBE.
How K-pop will fare if martial law is declared again
The recent imposition of Emergency Martial Law in South Korea resulted in K-pop stars being advised against attending events and public appearances.
NewJeans leaves ADOR; accuses agency of mistreatment, manipulation
In a shocking turn of events, the popular K-pop girl group NewJeans has terminated its contract with ADOR (a subsidiary of HYBE).
K-pop idols aren't workers, pronounces South Korea
The Seoul Regional Office of Employment and Labor recently wrapped up its investigation into the alleged harassment against NewJeans member, Hanni.
Min Hee-jin quits ADOR; alleges 'moral decay,' 'dirty media play'
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin has resigned as ADOR's internal director. Along with resigning from her position, she has also ended her shareholder agreement with HYBE (formerly BigHit Entertainment), Soompi reported.
SEVENTEEN's Seungkwan calls K-pop industry toxic
Seungkwan of the popular K-pop group SEVENTEEN has openly called out toxic standards and company politics in the K-pop industry.
ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin resigns amid bullying, sexual harassment allegations
Min Hee-jin, the CEO of ADOR Entertainment, has resigned from her position following accusations of bullying and sexual harassment.
Big shake-up at HYBE: Park Ji-won resigns; new CEO revealed!
South Korean entertainment company HYBE is set to experience a change in leadership after its current CEO, Park Ji-won confirmed his decision to step down.
BTS's V announces 'ARTSPACE: TYPE 1' exhibition celebrating photobook release
Kim Taehyung—popularly known by his stage name V—from the globally acclaimed K-pop group BTS, is set to mark the launch of his TYPE 1 photobook with a worldwide exhibition named ARTSPACE: TYPE 1.
TXT's Taehyun expresses concern over altered in-flight meals, deletes post
TXT's band member, Taehyun, recently raised concerns about an incident involving the alteration of the band's in-flight meals.
Illustrator alleges HYBE used artwork without permission for new group
An illustrator has publicly accused entertainment company HYBE of using her artwork without permission for their new virtual idol group, SYNDI8.
Ex-HYBE employees charged with insider trading before BTS's hiatus announcement
Three ex-employees of HYBE subsidiaries, identified as Mr. A (32), Mr. B (35), and Mr. C (39), are on trial for alleged insider trading linked to K-pop group BTS's military enlistment announcement in 2022.
BTS goes all out to welcome Jin, organizes 'Jin-is-Back' bash
BTS's oldest member, Kim Seok-jin, aka Jin, was officially discharged from his mandatory military service on Wednesday.
South Korea prepares for BTS Jin's homecoming from military
As the countdown to BTS member Jin's military discharge on Wednesday (June 12) nears its end, anticipation among fans is palpable.
BTS's Jungkook drops new single 'Never Let Go'
BTS sensation Jungkook unveiled his latest single, Never Let Go, on Friday.
NewJeans's album sales dip amidst ADOR-HYBE showdown
NewJeans, a popular girl group, has experienced a significant drop in album sales with their latest single How Sweet selling 46.3% less than their previous mini album Get Up.