South Korea: News
13 Jun 2023
K-dramaHan Hyo-joo's agency slams tax evasion allegations
Popular Korean actor Han Hyo-joo was reported to be evading taxes after the Seoul Regional Tax Office launched an irregular audit regarding the same. In a report by a local media outlet, an additional fee of 60-70 million won was imposed on the actor for underreporting taxes.
13 Jun 2023
K-dramaActor Jin Ye-sol booked for drunk driving; shares apology letter
Korean actor Jin Ye-sol was booked for a drunk driving case and violation of the Road Traffic Act by the Seoul Gangdong Police Station on Tuesday. Now, the actor has shared a handwritten apology note on Instagram for her act.
12 Jun 2023
K-PopK-pop: LOONA's HyunJin and ViVi join ex-BlockBerry Creative employee's agency
K-pop group LOONA's members and their fallout with their former agency BlockBerry Creative have been in the news for quite some time. Now, LOONA's HyunJin and ViVi have joined a new agency, called CTDENM, which has been established by a former employee of BlockBerry Creative.
12 Jun 2023
K-dramaKorean actor Park Soo-ryun (29) dies after falling from stairs
A tragic news shook the Korean entertainment industry as it was reported that Park Soo-ryun, a beloved musical actor, had a fatal accident and passed away at 29.
11 Jun 2023
K-dramaHappy birthday, Go Kyung-pyo: Celebrating Korean actor's remarkable performances
From his humble beginnings to his emergence as a prominent figure in the Korean entertainment industry, actor-comedian Go Kyung-pyo has captivated audiences with his remarkable performances.
07 Jun 2023
BollywoodRajshri Deshpande's 'Privacy' to premiere at BiFan festival; teaser released
Rajshri Deshpande is an adept actor known for her out-of-the-box choices of characters. Over the years, she has worked on some great projects like Sacred Games, Sexy Durga, and Trial by Fire, among others.
07 Jun 2023
OTT releasesPark Chan-wook of 'Oldboy' fame collaborates with Netflix
Ever since the advent of OTT, we have seen a surge in Asian content and one of the top markets has been South Korea. As per reports, veteran South Korean director Park Chan-wook is now set to collaborate with OTT giant Netflix in an upcoming film titled War and Revolt.
07 Jun 2023
SamsungSamsung will introduce Flip5 and Fold5 folding phones in July
Good news for tech enthusiasts! Samsung has confirmed that its upcoming 'Galaxy Unpacked' event will be held in the last week of July. It will take place in Seoul, South Korea.
07 Jun 2023
K-PopK-pop: MelOn to be considered for Billboard's global music charts
South Korea's largest streaming platform MelOn is set to be considered for Billboard's global charts. The South Korean platform made an announcement and mentioned the same. This seems to be a good boost to the K-pop industry which enjoys a massive fan following all over the world.
05 Jun 2023
K-PopEXO-CBX file complaint to Fair Trade Commission; SM Entertainment responds
Ever since EXO members Baekhyun, Xiumin, and Chen released a statement on terminating their contracts with agency SM Entertainment, fans have been monitoring every update.
05 Jun 2023
Music IndustryWhen is Halsey and BTS Suga's 'Lilith' releasing
Halsey and BTS fans assemble!
05 Jun 2023
K-PopJihyo getting solo debut? TWICE unveils 'Killin' Me Good' teaser
K-pop is currently the hotcake in global music. From stellar music to a crazy fan following, it's getting it all!
05 Jun 2023
K-dramaHappy birthday, Yoo In-na: Binge-watch these shows featuring 'Goblin' star
If you're a die-hard K-drama fan, Yoo In-na is likely to be your favorite actor!
01 Jun 2023
K-PopSM Entertainment releases detailed new statement on EXO-CBX's contract termination
The K-pop world is taken by storm after EXO members Baekhyun, Xiumin, and Chen released a statement about terminating their contracts with their agency, SM Entertainment. Initially, the agency shared a statement responding to the trio's statement and called it "outside forces approaching their artists."
01 Jun 2023
K-PopEXO Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin to terminate 'slave contracts' with SM
K-pop is one of the most followed genres in the world and the group EXO enjoys a huge fan following. The group members Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin formed a sub-unit named EXO-CBX.
31 May 2023
K-PopK-pop: SHINee to perform live in Seoul after 6 years
SHINee stans, it's time to assemble and welcome the OG stars on stage!
30 May 2023
K-PopStray Kids '5 Star' breaks pre-album K-pop sales record
K-pop has taken the world by storm and the genre enjoys a massive fan following all over the globe. The boy band Stray Kids is gearing up for the release of their third full album, titled 5 Star, and now even before its release, it's shattering records left and right.
29 May 2023
SEVENTEENSEVENTEEN, Stray Kids: K-pop groups on Billboard's World Albums chart
The much-anticipated Billboard's World Albums chart for the week ending Saturday (May 27) arrived on Sunday.
25 May 2023
CelebrityYoo Ah-in admits drug use; gets attacked by a civilian
South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in has been in a soup after being charged with illegal drug usage. In a recent development, Yoo was summoned to the Seoul Central District Court for interrogation regarding the police's request for an arrest warrant.
24 May 2023
K-PopBTS J-Hope completes military enlistment training; shares selfie in uniform
BTS fans, it's time to rise as J-Hope has shared new photos.
22 May 2023
K-PopENHYPHEN releases 'Bite Me' music video from 'DARK BLOOD' album
ENHYPHEN stans, it's time for you all to assemble!
22 May 2023
K-PopHappy birthday, Suho: Reflecting greatest moments of EXO's esteemed leader
On Monday, the EXO-L fandom gathers to celebrate the 32nd birthday of one of K-pop's most cherished leaders, Kim Jun-myeon, affectionately known as Suho.
18 May 2023
BTSAre Taehyung and Jennie dating? Times they were linked together
Social media is once again rife with dating rumors of BTS's V aka Taehyung and BLACKPINK's Jennie.
14 May 2023
K-Pop'End of era': 5 K-pop groups disbanded in 2023
K-pop girl group Everglow has been a hot topic on Twitter due to concerns about their future.
12 May 2023
CelebrityJaeJae resigns from SBS but will keep hosting 'MMTG'
JaeJae is one of the most prominent faces in the Korean YouTube circuit. She is known for hosting the popular SBS show MMTG. As per a new development, she has tendered her resignation as a producing director at SBS after a long tenure of eight years.
12 May 2023
K-PopIU's agency releases statement amid plagiarism accusation; condemning malicious intent
K-pop stars are always under scrutiny for their actions. With huge stardom comes huge responsibility and now IU has faced plagiarism accusations.
11 May 2023
K-PopEXO Kai enlists for his mandatory service
K-pop stars are ruling the world and mesmerizing people with their music. Fans are absolute nerds about their favorite stars and monitor each update about them.
11 May 2023
K-dramaPark Seo-joon and IU's 'Dream' surpasses 1M footfall mark
Park Seo-joon and IU's film Dream is having an amazing run at the theaters. It is smashing records left and right. Now, it has achieved another stellar milestone.
10 May 2023
YouTubeSong Ji-a is back from hiatus; signs with new agency
Song Ji-a is one of the most famous influencers in South Korea who rose to fame with Netflix's dating reality show Single's Inferno and is making it to the headlines again.
10 May 2023
K-PopLucas leaves NCT and WayV; to focus on solo career
K-pop stars are enjoying huge fan following all over the world and now we have a heartbreaking update for the fans.
10 May 2023
K-dramaK-drama alert: 'See You in My 19th Life' teaser out
The world is exploring the Korean culture and K-dramas are definitely one of the hotcakes.
08 May 2023
K-PopK-pop: OMEGA X terminates contract with SPIRE Entertainment
K-pop boy band OMEGA X has announced that it has terminated its exclusive contract with the SPIRE Entertainment agency.
08 May 2023
K-PopK-pop: GOT7's Jinyoung starts mandatory military service; agency shares photo
K-pop boy band GOT7's member Jinyoung has reportedly begun his mandatory military service as per South Korean laws.
04 May 2023
K-PopK-pop: NCT Taeyong to make solo album debut in June
K-pop as a genre is getting exciting with each passing day. From new collaborations to new albums, the artists are truly enthralling listeners around the globe.
04 May 2023
K-PopK-pop: GOT7's Jinyoung set for military enlistment; agency shares statement
Korean culture has become a major influence globally and the stars enjoy a huge fan following. South Korea has a mandatory military enlistment policy and several Korean celebrities are also going through the same.
03 May 2023
K-PopHyungwon and Shownu to debut as MONSTA X's first sub-unit
K-pop stans monitor every minute update of their favorite stars and now we have got a massive announcement.
03 May 2023
K-dramaKorean stars Yoon Bak and Kim Su-bin to get married
Love and marriage are in the air!
03 May 2023
HollywoodNewJeans Danielle to voice Korean-dubbed version of 'The Little Mermaid'
K-pop stars have huge fan following as they have taken the world by storm. Reports are rife that NewJeans's Danielle is set to star as the voice artist in the Korean dubbed version of Disney's The Little Mermaid.
02 May 2023
K-PopBTOB Peniel pulls out from 'WIND AND WISH' promotional events
K-pop is one of the most followed genres in global music and now BTOB has released its 12th mini album, titled WIND AND WISH. This anticipated album marks the comeback of the boy band.
01 May 2023
K-PopLE SSERAFIM releases much-anticipated album 'UNFORGIVEN,' streaming now
K-pop artists are hotcakes globally and fans are in love with the genre. LE SSERAFIM is one of the most followed groups and their much-anticipated album UNFORGIVEN is here!
