South Korea: News

22 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTOB's Yook Sungjae signs with new agency: Check out statement

Yook Sungjae, a member of the K-pop group BTOB, has inked an exclusive deal with IWill Media, a renowned media content production company.

21 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BigBang's G-Dragon joins Galaxy Corporation; teases 2024 comeback

K-pop singer G-Dragon of BigBang has officially left YG Entertainment and inked an exclusive deal with Galaxy Corporation.

20 Dec 2023

K-drama

Best of 2023: 10 Korean films that stole the spotlight

The global allure of K-drama and K-pop is undeniable, and 2023 was no exception as the K-wave continued to deliver outstanding content, especially in the realm of cinema.

20 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Kyuhyun's agency issues statement against impersonators, warns fans

The case of impersonation and phishing scams have been quite prevalent, especially when posing as known celebrities.

19 Dec 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: ATTRAKT sues former FIFTY FIFTY members for 130B KRW

K-pop agency ATTRAKT is suing three former members of girl group FIFTY FIFTY, Saena, Sio, and Aran, for unauthorized contract termination.

19 Dec 2023

K-drama

'Doctor Slump' poster exudes enigmatic chemistry and rivalry

Get ready for a delightful treat as Park Shin-hye and Park Hyung-sik are set to reunite on the small screen in the upcoming romantic comedy, Doctor Slump.

18 Dec 2023

K-Pop

SHINee's Jonghyun remembered on sixth death anniversary

On Monday, fans and fellow musicians commemorated the sixth anniversary of K-pop group SHINee member Kim Jong-hyun aka Jonghyun's passing.

18 Dec 2023

K-Pop

SEVENTEEN's 'NANA TOUR' teaser and poster revealed; premiere date inside

K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN is gearing up for their exciting new travel variety show, NANA TOUR with SEVENTEEN, set to premiere on January 5 at 8:40pm KST on tvN and 10:00pm KST on Weverse.

18 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTOB's Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, Peniel sign with new agency

Four members of the popular K-pop group BTOB, Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, and Peniel, have recently inked exclusive contracts with a brand-new agency.

17 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Explainer: Why Korean celebrities so secretive about their marriages, children

Ever wondered why South Korean celebrities guard their personal lives—relationships, marriages, and parenthood—like precious treasures?

15 Dec 2023

K-drama

'Marry My Husband' new glimpses out; release date revealed

The upcoming tvN drama Marry My Husband has unveiled new stills, highlighting the captivating chemistry between stars Park Min-young and Na In-woo.

13 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Is (G)I-DLE's Minnie alright now? Agency issues statement

(G)I-DLE is one of the most followed K-pop artists globally and ever since Minnie exited the recently concluded Jingle Ball Concert in Philadelphia, fans are worried and curious.

12 Dec 2023

BTS

BTS: Jimin, Jungkook enlist, receive heartfelt send-off from J-Hope, Suga

The emotional rollercoaster continued for BTS's ARMY as Jimin and Jungkook became the final two members to enlist for mandatory military service on Tuesday.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Korean rapper-singer G-Dragon breaks silence post drug test

G-Dragon, the beloved K-pop star, who recently faced drug abuse allegations has come out strong with negative results on multiple drug tests.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

PENTAGON's Hui set for solo debut in January 

PENTAGON fans, assemble!

11 Dec 2023

K-drama

K-drama alert: Ji Sung, Jeon Mi-do to headline mystery-thriller 'Connection'

South Korean stars Ji Sung and Jeon Mi-do are set to appear in the upcoming SBS crime investigation thriller drama Connection.

11 Dec 2023

K-Pop

BTS V shares buzz cut photos with Jungkook; pens note

BTS stars RM, V, Jungkook, and Jimin are preparing to enlist in the military on Monday and Tuesday, marking a significant milestone for the group.

09 Dec 2023

K-drama

'Hellbound,' 'Seven First Kisses': Must-watch short K-dramas 

Are you tired of enduring lengthy K-dramas and drawn-out narratives?

07 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Jessi, Jay Park quash rumors of tiff; share posts

The Jessi and Jay Park's MORE VISION saga seems to have come to an end after the duo slammed the media reports alleging a feud between them.

06 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Jessi and Jay Park's MORE VISION to part ways: Report

K-pop sensation Jessi and Jay Park's music label, MORE VISION, are reportedly in the midst of discussions about possibly ending their exclusive contract.

06 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Confirmed! K-pop sensation RIIZE to drop new single; date inside

Get ready, K-pop fans! SM Entertainment's rising boy group, RIIZE, is gearing up for an electrifying comeback with a brand new single set to drop on January 5.

05 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Confirmed! BTS's V to star in IU's upcoming music video

BTS's V is set to join forces with K-pop sensation IU for her forthcoming music video. After media reports emerged stating the same, the agencies of both the artists confirmed it on Tuesday.

04 Dec 2023

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday, Jin: Lesser-known facts about BTS's eldest member

Meet Kim Seok-jin, aka Jin, the charismatic and talented member of the K-pop group BTS.

03 Dec 2023

K-Pop

Explainer: Decoding K-pop universe of fandom jargon and culture

Step into the mesmerizing world of K-pop, where the beats are as electrifying as the fandom culture.

02 Dec 2023

BTS

Explainer: How BTS's military service could impact South Korea's economy

BTS fans were heartbroken as BigHit announced the enlistment of RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook last month.

30 Nov 2023

OTT releases

'Sweet Home 2's Song Kang spills beans on military enlistment

Song Kang, the star of Netflix's action-packed thriller Sweet Home 2, recently opened up about his personal and professional growth since the first season.

29 Nov 2023

K-Pop

BTS's Jimin, RM, V, Jungkook military enlistment date out: Report

BTS's ardent fans are quite emotional as the remaining members, namely RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are set to enlist in the military for their mandatory service soon.

28 Nov 2023

Kim Jong-un

North Korea claims spy satellite photographed White House, Pentagon

North Korea on Tuesday claimed its new Malligyong-1 spy satellite has captured images of several United States (US) sites like the White House, the Pentagon, and nuclear aircraft carriers, KCNA reported.

28 Nov 2023

Weddings

Weird wedding rituals around the world

Wedding rituals, seemingly steeped in tradition and romance, often harbor surprising histories.

27 Nov 2023

Box Office

'12.12: The Day' shatters box-office records: Explore plot, cast, crew

Historical drama film 12.12: The Day has revitalized South Korean movie theaters with a robust $11M opening weekend, reported Variety.

27 Nov 2023

K-drama

Did Ahn Eun-jin confirm 'All Your Wishes Come True' role

Reports are rife that actor Ahn Eun-jin might soon join the star-studded cast of Kim Eun-sook's upcoming fantasy romantic K-drama, All Your Wishes Come True.

27 Nov 2023

Netflix

Netflix's 'Single's Inferno' S03: Premiere date, trailer, cast, twists

Netflix recently unveiled an exciting trailer for the much-awaited third season of its hit Korean reality dating series, Single's Inferno.

23 Nov 2023

K-drama

When is Park Min-young's 'Marry My Husband' premiering? First-look unveiled

Get ready for a thrilling K-drama, as Park Min-young takes on the lead role in tvN's upcoming series Marry My Husband.

23 Nov 2023

K-Pop

ATEEZ drops 'World Z' preview ahead of album release

Get ready, ATEEZ fans! The group has just dropped a sneak peek of the World Z tracks from their much-awaited second full album, The World EP.FIN: Will.

22 Nov 2023

BTS

'I feel heavy': BTS's Jungkook confirms December enlistment, shares note

On Wednesday, BTS's vocalist Jungkook announced on Weverse that he will be enlisting in the military in December.

22 Nov 2023

K-Pop

K-pop: Potential lineup of Pledis Entertainment's next boy group revealed

Pledis Entertainment—the force behind K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN—is set to unveil a new boy group in January 2024.

22 Nov 2023

BTS

RM, Jimin, Jungkook, V to enlist—when will BTS members return

Three members of the phenomenal K-pop group BTS, namely Jin, J-Hope, and Suga, are currently serving in the military.

21 Nov 2023

K-Pop

VIXX makes comeback with mini album 'Continuum'; 'Amnesia' MV out

The K-pop group VIXX has been in a sense of turmoil in the recent past. From Hongbin and Ravi's exit to some artists changing their agency, the group went through it all.