K-Pop: News
28 May 2024
SeoulSEVENTEEN's Hoshi treats himself to luxurious apartment: Check price tag
Hoshi, a member of the popular K-pop boy band SEVENTEEN, has reportedly purchased a luxury apartment in Gangnam, Seoul.
28 May 2024
Akshay KumarAfter RM's music video, Taz Singh to star in 'Ulajh'
Taz Singh, a Sikh actor of Punjabi descent born in Glasgow, Scotland, recently gained recognition for his role in the K-pop music video LOST!. The hit song was crooned by and featured RM, the leader of the South Korean boy band BTS.
28 May 2024
SeoulA comedian, a rapper linked to Kim Ho-joong's hit-and-run case
Comedian Jeong Chan-woo and rapper Gil have been revealed as the companions of South Korean singer Kim Ho-joong during his hit-and-run accident.
27 May 2024
TikTokaespa's 'Armageddon' album surpasses 1M pre-orders
SM Entertainment announced on Monday that the highly anticipated first full-length album Armageddon by popular K-pop group aespa has surpassed 1M stock pre-orders.
27 May 2024
BTSLeaked ADOR texts validate HYBE's claims, exposing internal discord
South Korean record label ADOR is once again under scrutiny following the leak of alleged text messages between its officials.
27 May 2024
South KoreaZico's link to Jung Joon-young resurfaces following 'Burning Sun' documentary
South Korean singer Zico is currently facing public backlash following the release of a BBC documentary titled Burning Sun: The Women Who Exposed the K-Pop Stars's Secret Chatrooms on May 19.
27 May 2024
WeddingsSuper Junior's unforgettable reunion at Ryeowook-Ari's fairy-tale wedding; see pictures
Super Junior's Ryeowook and former TAHITI member Ari celebrated their union in a beautiful ceremony over the weekend.
26 May 2024
Cannes Film FestivalCannes: Guard accused of harassing Kelly Rowland, Massiel Taveras, YoonA
Amid the celebratory atmosphere of the 77th Cannes Film Festival's conclusion on Saturday, the event faced a somber cloud of racism allegations involving a security guard.
26 May 2024
BLACKPINKZico pulls out of Akaraka Festival due to health concerns
Zico, the leader of the K-pop boy band Block B and a key figure in the Korean hip-hop scene, will not be participating in Yonsei University's Akaraka Festival.
24 May 2024
BTSRM's 'LOST!' MV gives insight 'inside Namjoon's brain'
Kim Namjoon, popularly known as RM and the leader of the globally acclaimed band BTS, unveiled his new title track LOST! on Friday.
24 May 2024
Music IndustryHyeri signs exclusive contract with Sublime Artist Agency
Sublime Artist Agency announced on Friday that Hyeri, a member of the popular K-pop group Girl's Day, has officially signed an exclusive contract with them.
23 May 2024
BTSHYBE's leadership reshuffle: Min Hee-jin's replacement to be announced soon
HYBE Labels, in a significant corporate reshuffle, has identified potential successors to replace Min Hee-jin and the current executive board of ADOR.
23 May 2024
BBC'Burning Sun' documentary: BBC rectifies error following KBS's legal threat
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has issued an apology to the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) for inaccuracies in its now-viral documentary Burning Sun: Exposing the Secret K-pop Chat Groups.
22 May 2024
K-drama'Lovely Runner' Episode 16 script moved Byeon Woo-seok to tears
Byeon Woo-seok, captivating audiences with his role as Ryu Sun-jae in the ongoing K-drama Lovely Runner, is set to make a special guest appearance on the show You Quiz on the Block.
22 May 2024
BBCBurning Sun convict Jung Joon-young eyes comeback after prison release
Jung Joon-young, a former singer-songwriter who served a prison sentence for gang rape charges, is reportedly planning to resume his music career.
22 May 2024
AccidentsManager swallows crucial evidence in Korean singer's hit-and-run case
The manager of popular Korean trot singer Kim Ho-joong has admitted to swallowing a memory card containing key evidence in an ongoing hit-and-run investigation.
22 May 2024
HYBEBELIFT LAB files defamation lawsuit against ADOR's CEO Min Hee-jin
The ongoing dispute between HYBE and ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin, has escalated with BELIFT LAB, the management company of the group ILLIT, filing a defamation lawsuit against Min.
22 May 2024
YouTubeK-pop artist Chuu gears up for comeback with new album
ATRP, the agency representing K-pop sensation Chuu, announced on Wednesday that the artist is preparing for a comeback next month.
22 May 2024
BBCBurning Sun scandal: KBS threatens legal action against BBC documentary
The Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) has declared its intention to sue BBC News following the release of a documentary on the Burning Sun scandal.
21 May 2024
South KoreaWill Kang Daniel's KONNECT shut down soon amid legal dispute
KONNECT Entertainment, the agency founded by K-pop idol Kang Daniel in 2019, is currently embroiled in a significant upheaval.
20 May 2024
LawsuitsKang Daniel files lawsuit against KONNECT investor for alleged fraud
Kang Daniel, the founder of KONNECT Entertainment, has initiated legal proceedings against a significant shareholder of the agency.
20 May 2024
Music IndustryYG announces BABYMONSTER's single in July, TREASURE's new album
K-pop fans, gather!
18 May 2024
HYBENewJeans band members stand with ADOR CEO in HYBE dispute
In the ongoing dispute between South Korean giant HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin, all five members of the K-pop girl group NewJeans have reportedly filed a court petition supporting Min.
17 May 2024
TV NewsStray Kids to perform on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'
South Korean boy band, Stray Kids, is set to make their debut on the popular US talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show.
17 May 2024
South KoreaIconic K-pop group 2NE1 celebrates 15th anniversary with reunion photoshoot
The renowned South Korean girl group, 2NE1, marked their 15th anniversary with a special reunion photoshoot.
16 May 2024
HYBEHYBE 'writing novels' to ostracize Min Hee-jin, ADOR issues statement
ADOR has publicly refuted allegations made by HYBE against its CEO, Min Hee-jin, and Vice President 'S.'
16 May 2024
South KoreaKep1er members extend contracts, two reportedly leaving
Seven members of the popular girl group Kep1er are reportedly extending their contracts, according to a report by STARNEWS.
16 May 2024
WinterMinor fire incident disrupts aespa's 'M Countdown' pre-recording
On Thursday morning, a minor fire occurred during K-pop group aespa's pre-recording for the weekly music show M Countdown.
16 May 2024
Music IndustryKim Hongjoong: Why K-pop group ATEEZ's leader is called Captain
Kim Hongjoong aka simply Hongjoong, the charismatic leader of the rising fourth-generation K-pop boy group ATEEZ, is fondly referred to as the 'Captain' by his bandmates and fans.
15 May 2024
SEVENTEENK-pop: SEVENTEEN and ILLIT secure triple crowns on Circle charts
Renowned K-pop groups SEVENTEEN and ILLIT have achieved triple crowns on the Circle Weekly and Monthly Charts, previously known as the Gaon Chart.
14 May 2024
SeoulKorean trot singer Kim Ho-joong under investigation for hit-and-run accident
On the evening of May 9 (last Thursday), around 11:40pm, trot singer Kim Ho-joong reportedly collided with a taxi in Sinsa-dong, Seoul.
14 May 2024
HYBEHYBE seeks investigation into alleged stock trading 'misconduct' by ADOR
The power struggle between HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin has now resulted in shareholders facing the consequences.
14 May 2024
Met GalaStray Kids booked for 'Good Morning America' post-Met Gala controversy
Stray Kids fans, gather!
13 May 2024
SEVENTEEN'17 IS RIGHT HERE' scripts Billboard record for SEVENTEEN
The renowned music group, SEVENTEEN, has made a significant entry on the Billboard 200 with their latest Best Album, 17 IS RIGHT HERE.
13 May 2024
HYBEK-pop: HYBE responds to alleged email from NewJeans members' parents
South Korean entertainment giant, HYBE, addressed allegations stemming from an email allegedly sent by the parents of K-pop group NewJeans.
13 May 2024
HYBENewJeans members' parents accuse HYBE of 'mistreating,' 'exploiting' K-pop group
The ongoing conflict between entertainment companies HYBE and ADOR has taken a new turn.
12 May 2024
HYBEHYBE reshuffles ADOR leadership: Min Hee-jin out, new CEO in
South Korean entertainment giant, HYBE, known for managing renowned K-pop groups like BTS and SEVENTEEN, has reportedly appointed a new CEO and management team for its subsidiary, ADOR.
12 May 2024
BLACKPINKBTS, BLACKPINK face 'block out' call by award-winning Palestinian journalist
BTS and BLACKPINK—two internationally acclaimed K-pop bands—are currently facing a social media boycott as part of the "block out" movement.
11 May 2024
BTSBTS's RM dominates iTunes chart with 'Come Back to Me'
BTS's RM aka Kim Namjoon has achieved international acclaim with his latest solo track Come Back to Me, which has reached the number one spot on iTunes charts in 82 regions worldwide.
10 May 2024
HYBEHYBE and ADOR CEO in dispute over employee audit
Min Hee-jin, the CEO of ADOR, has publicly criticized an audit conducted by HYBE on one of her employees.
