K-Pop: News

06 Feb 2024

South Korea

Kim Garam to make first public appearance post bullying scandal

Kim Garam—former member of the K-pop group LE SSERAFIM—is set to make her first public appearance since leaving the group amid a school bullying scandal.

04 Feb 2024

South Korea

Explainer: Recent rise of superhero genre in South Korea

South Korea's film library has everything from eat-the-rich to fantasy romances, heist thrillers, crime dramas, and even zombie flicks.

04 Feb 2024

Music Industry

Girls' Generation's Kwon Yuri takes lead in 'Dolphin'—Everything to know

Kwon Yuri, a member of the K-pop group Girls' Generation, is set to make her solo lead debut in the upcoming film Dolphin, premiering in March.

04 Feb 2024

Music Industry

K-pop: TWICE unveils surprise collaboration with US pop singer Lauv

K-pop sensation TWICE unveiled its English pre-release single, I Got You, on Friday. It is part of the group's 13th mini-album, With YOU-th, scheduled for a February 23 release.

28 Jan 2024

South Korea

Explainer: Understanding North Korea's brutal ban on South Korean content

South Korean entertainment has captivated audiences globally, but its influence has met a stark barrier in North Korea due to the country's strict authoritarian government.

28 Jan 2024

South Korea

K-pop: IU's 'Love Wins All' clinches first All-Kill of 2024

Korean soloist Lee Ji-eun, aka IU, has made a triumphant return with her latest hit, Love Wins All, featuring BTS member V.

28 Jan 2024

Hollywood

ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo dating actor India Eisley? What we know

K-pop group ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo—known for his role in True Beauty (2020-21)—is set to release his first solo album on February 15, the group's label Fantagio confirmed on Saturday.

25 Jan 2024

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday, Lee Jun-ho: Revisiting Korean singer-actor's must-watch K-dramas

We've got a crush on Lee Jun-ho, and we won't lie about it!

23 Jan 2024

HYBE

Meet new K-pop group TWS, who debuted with 'Sparkling Blue'

TWS—HYBE, and PLEDIS Entertainment's new K-pop boy band—has stormed the music scene with their debut mini-album Sparkling Blue.

23 Jan 2024

Music Concert

EXO's Baekyun's Lonsdaleite Asia Tour announced; concert dates inside

Get ready, K-pop fans!

22 Jan 2024

BTS

K-pop: TXT unveils 'FANLIVE PRESENT X TOGETHER' for fifth-anniversary bash

On March 4, K-pop group TXT will mark its fifth anniversary since debuting with The Dream Chapter: Star in 2019.

22 Jan 2024

Music Industry

Record-breaking! NewJeans's 'Get Up' marks 25 weeks on Billboard 200

K-pop girl band NewJeans has achieved an incredible milestone with their mini album Get Up, which has now charted for 25 consecutive weeks on the US Billboard 200.

21 Jan 2024

Taylor Swift

Explainer: Why physical albums are still popular among K-pop fans

It's 2024, but K-pop fans continue to purchase CDs!

19 Jan 2024

Music Industry

Are HyunA and Yong Jun-hyung dating? Agencies respond to rumors

HyunA and former BEAST/Highlight member Yong Jun-hyung recently sparked dating rumors after posting identical photos of them holding hands on their respective Instagram accounts.

17 Jan 2024

YouTube

IVE's Jang Won-young wins 100M KRW lawsuit against YouTuber Sojang

K-pop group IVE's Jang Won-young has emerged victorious in a lawsuit against YouTuber Sojang, her agency Starship Entertainment confirmed on Wednesday.

17 Jan 2024

Music Concert

AP Dhillon to join headliner Doja Cat at Coachella 2024

Music sensation AP Dhillon is set to take the stage at North America's biggest music festival, Coachella, this year!

16 Jan 2024

K-drama

'Imitation,' 'Dream High': K-dramas where K-pop world took precendence

K-pop represents a rich industry known for its striking visuals, impeccably synchronized choreographies, and soul-stirring music.

16 Jan 2024

Music Industry

INFINITE's Sungjong seeks contract termination with SPK Entertainment

INFINITE's Sungjong has officially requested to end his contract with SPK Entertainment, citing insufficient support and payment issues, according to a Tuesday report by The Fact.

16 Jan 2024

BTS

BTS's RM and V look dapper in military uniform

BTS fans, rejoice! RM recently shared a glimpse of his and V's military life on Instagram, posting photos of the duo in uniform.

15 Jan 2024

Music Industry

Red Velvet's Wendy to make a solo comeback; agency confirms

Get ready, K-pop fans! Red Velvet's Wendy is gearing up for an exciting solo comeback with her second album.

11 Jan 2024

Music Industry

NCT Haechan's indoor smoking controversy: SM Entertainment issues apology

NCT's Haechan has come under fire for a recent incident in which he was caught smoking indoors, an act that is punishable by a fine in South Korea.

09 Jan 2024

Music Industry

K-pop: ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo set to release first solo album

The wait is finally over!

04 Jan 2024

Music Industry

NCT's Ten announces fan-con '1001'; dates and location details inside

Get ready, NCT fans! Ten is gearing up for his first-ever solo fan-con, titled 1001 set to take place in four major cities across Asia.

03 Jan 2024

Music Industry

K-pop: TXT's Beomgyu joins Instagram; shares first post

TXT is one of the most followed K-pop groups in the world and fans monitor every minute activity of their favorite idols.

02 Jan 2024

Music Industry

BLACKPINK's Jennie to open Lee Hyori's music talk show: Report

Get ready, K-pop fans! BLACKPINK's Jennie is set to be the first guest on Lee Hyori's highly anticipated music talk show, Lee Hyori's Red Carpet.

02 Jan 2024

BLACKPINK

BLACKPINK's Jisoo to join brother's agency Blissoo for solo career

BLACKPINK's eternal saga of contract renewal ended after YG Entertainment revealed that the members are not renewing solo career contracts with the agency.

30 Dec 2023

South Korea

Explainer: What is South Korean celebrity death curse

The tragic death of acclaimed South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun, who garnered global fame with the Oscar-winning film Parasite, has left everyone in shock.

30 Dec 2023

Music Industry

Bram Inscore (41), renowned songwriter and producer, dies by suicide

Bram Inscore, a gifted songwriter, producer, and musician who collaborated with stars like Beck, Troye Sivan, and BTS, tragically died at the age of 41.

29 Dec 2023

Music Industry

B.A.P's Daehyun joins Moon Jong-up at MA Entertainment; shares statement

Daehyun, a member of the popular K-pop group B.A.P, has inked an exclusive deal with MA Entertainment, the same agency that represents his fellow bandmate Moon Jong-up.

29 Dec 2023

Music Industry

Teen Top's Niel unveils new album 'PARTING EMOTION'; details inside

Get ready, Teen Top fans! Niel is gearing up for a solo comeback with his third single album, PARTING EMOTION, set to release on January 11, 2204.

29 Dec 2023

BLACKPINK

BLACKPINK members not renewing solo contracts with YG Entertainment

BLACKPINK is one of the most known K-pop groups in the world.

28 Dec 2023

Travel And Tourism

South Korea to introduce visas for K-pop fans, digital nomads

The popularity of Korean culture has grown exponentially in recent years.

26 Dec 2023

South Korea

K-pop: Mnet's 'Build Up' sets premiere date, judges' lineup out

Singer-songwriter Kim Jae-hwan is set to participate in Mnet's upcoming idol survival show, Build Up: Vocal Boy Group Survivor.

26 Dec 2023

Music Industry

SHINee's Minho, Hwang Minhyun to perform at MBC Music Festival

Get ready for a thrilling collaboration as K-pop group SHINee's Minho and singer-actor Hwang Minhyun gear up to host the 2023 MBC Music Festival!

26 Dec 2023

Music Industry

Big Bang's Daesung eyes March 2024 comeback: Report

Here's some exciting news for K-pop fans!

25 Dec 2023

Music Industry

ATEEZ teases 4 music videos; release dates inside

Get ready, ATEEZ fans! The K-pop group has officially announced it will release four new music videos in January 2024, sparking excitement among its global fanbase.

24 Dec 2023

BLACKPINK