South Korea: News

24 Aug 2023

K-Pop

BLACKPINK to perform at Gocheok Sky Dome; creates record

BLACKPINK is poised to make history as the first K-pop female group to perform at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul.

24 Aug 2023

K-drama

'Single's Inferno' to 'Busted!': 10 best binge-worthy Korean reality shows

K-dramas have become a beloved comfort zone for viewers globally.

22 Aug 2023

K-Pop

SM Entertainment calls out NCT Jaehyun's privacy breach

NCT member Jaehyun's hotel room was recently invaded by an unnamed individual who recorded a video that has since gone viral on social media.

22 Aug 2023

Jungkook

Plagiarism claims shake Jungkook's 'SEVEN'

The maknae of BTS, Jungkook, took the world by storm with his debut solo single SEVEN—released on July 14.

22 Aug 2023

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday, Somin: Tracing KARD vocalist's journey within K-pop universe

K-pop craze is undeniably at an all-time high, as is the cutthroat competition within the industry.

18 Aug 2023

Academy Awards

Oscars 2024: Estonia, others submit entry for Best International Feature

Estonia has submitted the documentary Smoke Sauna Sisterhood as its entry for the Best International Feature Film at the Academy Awards 2024.

18 Aug 2023

K-Pop

TWICE's Jihyo's debut single 'Killin' Me Good' MV is out

TWICE's Jihyo made an impressive solo debut with the release of her single Killin' Me Good on Friday.

17 Aug 2023

K-Pop

LOONA's former member Chuu wins legal case against BlockBerry Creative

Former LOONA member Chuu emerged victorious in her lawsuit against BlockBerry Creative on Thursday.

17 Aug 2023

K-Pop

SEVENTEEN's S.Coups to undergo surgery after sustaining knee injury

K-pop is one of the most known genres in the world and ardent fans monitor every minute update about their favorite stars. In a recent development, SEVENTEEN's S.Coups will halt all group-related activities as the pop star will undergo a knee surgery.

16 Aug 2023

K-Pop

FIFTY FIFTY turns down negotiations with Attrakt post first mediation

K-pop girl group FIFTY FIFTY—renowned for the song Cupid—has decided not to participate in a second mediation session with their agency, Attrakt, after failing to reach an agreement during the first session held on August 9.

14 Aug 2023

K-drama

'Kingdom' to 'Mr. Sunshine': K-dramas set in enchanting Joseon Dynasty

K-dramas have imparted numerous lessons—teaching us how to love, care, and enjoy ramen!

13 Aug 2023

K-Pop

Stray Kids' '5-STAR' album scripts history; achieves penta million-seller status

Undeniably, the popularity of the K-pop music scene has spread like wildfire worldwide!

11 Aug 2023

K-Pop

Why Korean rapper Ravi has been sentenced to two-year-long probation

On Thursday (August 10), the seventh Seoul Southern District Court sentenced South Korean rapper-singer Kim Won-sik, also known as Ravi, to two years of probation.

11 Aug 2023

K-Pop

BTS's V releases 'Rainy Days' MV from debut album 'Layover'

K-pop is one of the most-known genres in the world and BTS is one of the most followed groups.

10 Aug 2023

Kim Jong-un

Kim Jong-un fires top general, calls for 'offensive' war preparations

North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong-un has reportedly dismissed his military's top general and called for "offensive" war preparations, including conducting more drills and boosting the production of weapons.

10 Aug 2023

K-drama

#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding South Korea's passionate love affair with zombie films

From Walking Dead to Twilight, Hollywood has an undeniable love affair with flesh-eating, undead creatures.

09 Aug 2023

K-Pop

SM Entertainment denies knowing about Baekhyun's new company

The K-pop group EXO enjoys a huge fan following and after the EXO-CBX legal dispute, there has been a skirmish between member Baekhyun and the agency SM Entertainment. In a recent live stream, the pop star claimed that the agency was aware of him opening his own label.

09 Aug 2023

K-Pop

Jellyfish Entertainment's BLIT renamed to EVNNE; debut details out

Ever since reports of Boys Planet alumni forming a new group have been makings rounds, fans are minutely following every update regarding the upcoming K-pop group. Now, Jellyfish Entertainment has announced that the new group will be renamed EVNNE (EVENing's Newest Etoiles).

07 Aug 2023

BTS

BTS's SUGA files for military enlistment; BIGHIT Music shares statement

K-pop as a genre is in a global domination mode and the boy band BTS is kind of a big factor behind this rise. The band enjoys a huge fan following and currently, they are on a break, as the members are completing their mandatory military enlistment.

05 Aug 2023

Film Festival

'Pather Panchali' to 'The Cathedral': First-ever G20 Film Festival's lineup

Keeping in mind the approaching G20 Summit, the government is organizing a film festival that is set to unite the world of cinema.

04 Aug 2023

K-drama

Confirmed! Lee Min-jung and Lee Byung-hun expecting their second child

It is official! Actors Lee Min-jung and Lee Byung-hun are set to welcome their second child. Recently, a Korean media outlet speculated the same and now Min-jung's agency MSteam Entertainment has confirmed the news.

03 Aug 2023

K-Pop

7 'Boys Planet' contestants form Jellyfish Entertainment's next group, BLIT

Boys Planet was a popular reality show which saw the birth of ZEROBASEONE. Now, reports are rife that seven former contestants of the show will be forming a new group named BLIT and it will be managed by Jellyfish Entertainment.

03 Aug 2023

K-Pop

When is LE SSERAFIM-Demi Lovato's collaboration song releasing? Details inside

K-pop as a genre is getting bigger day by day and over time Korean stars have been collaborating with many global artists.

02 Aug 2023

K-Pop

aespa's 'Spicy' surpasses 100M views on YouTube

K-pop as a genre is becoming bigger day by day!

29 Jul 2023

K-Pop

Death threats against K-pop artists: ZEROBASEONE's agency pursues legal action

The K-pop fandom is undeniably fascinating!

28 Jul 2023

K-Pop

BTS Jungkook's 'Seven' crosses 200M streams on Spotify; creates record

BTS's Jungkook made his solo debut with Seven and it was nothing short of a bang!

28 Jul 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: NCT announces full-group concert; ticketing details are out

K-pop as a genre is in a global domination mode and they are doing it just right!

28 Jul 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: TREASURE is back with a bang! 'REBOOT' is out

TREASURE's much-anticipated comeback with their new album REBOOT has been in the cards for a long time!

27 Jul 2023

K-Pop

Confirmed! Kim Sejeong to release mini-album in September

Kim Sejeong is set for a comeback!

25 Jul 2023

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday, Zhang Hao: Lesser-known facts about ZEROBASEONE's center

The rising talent in the K-pop scene, Zhang Hao—a Chinese singer signed under Yuehua Entertainment—has become a global phenomenon.

25 Jul 2023

K-Pop

Jeon Somi announces August comeback: Lineup of upcoming K-pop releases

The K-pop scene is brimming with newer acts like xikers and BABYMONSTER and iconic groups like MAMAMOO.

21 Jul 2023

K-drama

'Uncanny Counter' actor Jo Byeong-kyu bullying case: A closer look

Korean actor Jo Byeong-kyu is making a comeback after two years with the second installment of K-drama The Uncanny Counter.

21 Jul 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: NewJeans releases new music video titled 'ETA'

It's a sorted weekend for K-pop stans!

What we know about US soldier 'defecting' to North Korea

A United States soldier, Private Second Class Travis King (23) has been detained in North Korea after he crossed over to the country from neighboring South Korea without authorization, the US military said.

18 Jul 2023

BTS

Man posing as BTS member lands in jail: Report

A 28-year-old man was sent behind bars for impersonating a member of the world-renowned K-pop group, BTS, reportedly.

18 Jul 2023

K-drama

Agency quashes claims of Jin Goo's involvement in $47M scam

South Korean actor Jin Goo is one of the most known faces and is known for works like Descendants of the Sun. Recently, there have been speculations and media reports of the actor's involvement in a 60B KRW (around $47M) scam.

17 Jul 2023

Seoul

South Korea: Flood brings devastation, death toll rises to 40

The death toll from days of heavy rainfall in South Korea has risen to 40 as the downpour triggered flash floods and landslides, reported Reuters.

17 Jul 2023

K-Pop

MAMAMOO's Hwasa reacts to alleged indecency complaint, with style

K-pop stars enjoy a huge fan following globally and the fans monitor every activity of their favorite stars.

17 Jul 2023

K-Pop

SM Entertainment responds amid NCT contract expiry speculations

Ever since the speculations regarding BLACKPINK's future with their agency YG Entertainment started brewing, there are several reports emerging regarding other bands' future.

16 Jul 2023

Seoul

South Korea: 33 killed, over 6,000 evacuated amid heavy rains 

At least 33 people died and 22 others sustained injuries in South Korea amid incessant rainfall that has triggered flash floods and landslides across the country, reported Associated Press.