South Korea: News
16 May 2024
K-dramaJo Bo-ah considering starring opposite Kim Soo-hyun in 'Knock Off'
South Korean actor Jo Bo-ah is reportedly considering a lead role in the upcoming black comedy-drama series, Knock Off.
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
K-PopKep1er 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.
15 May 2024
YouTuberYoo Ah-in drug trial: Actor was depressed, suicidal, testifies psychiatrist
South Korean actor Yoo Ah-in, known for his performances in productions such as Burning, Six Flying Dragons, and Hellbound, is currently under investigation over allegations of illegal narcotics use.
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.
15 May 2024
Music IndustryTrot singer Kim Ho-joong to continue performances amid hit-and-run investigation
Korean trot singer Kim Ho-joong, facing investigation for a hit-and-run, reportedly delayed responding to police summons despite multiple requests.
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
K-PopStray Kids booked for 'Good Morning America' post-Met Gala controversy
Stray Kids fans, gather!
14 May 2024
K-dramaLee Sun-bin, Kang Tae-oh confirmed for 'Potato Research Institute'
South Korean actors Lee Sun-bin and Kang Tae-oh have been officially confirmed as the leads in the upcoming romantic comedy K-drama Potato Research Institute.
14 May 2024
InstagramSouth Korean singer Ailee confirms dating 'Single's Inferno' star
South Korean singer Ailee is officially in a relationship with actor Choi Si-hun, who gained fame from the popular Netflix show Single's Inferno.
14 May 2024
AppleApple's Vision Pro headset gears up for global debut
Apple is reportedly on the verge of launching its $3,499 Vision Pro mixed-reality headset outside the United States for the first time.
13 May 2024
Upcoming MoviesGong Yoo to star as AI character in Suzy-Bo-gum's 'Wonderland'
Renowned South Korean actor Gong Yoo is set to make a special appearance in the highly-anticipated film Wonderland.
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
K-drama'The Outlaws': First Korean film series to hit 40M moviegoers
The Outlaws, a popular Korean film series featuring Ma Dong-seok, has set a new record by becoming the first Korean film series to surpass 40M viewers.
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
K-dramaK-drama 'Midnight Romance in Hagwon' claims top spot in ratings
tvN's latest K-drama, The Midnight Romance in Hagwon, made a strong debut on Saturday.
12 May 2024
K-drama'Dare to Love Me' new poster in sync with webtoon
KBS 2TV's forthcoming romantic comedy K-drama, Dare to Love Me, has unveiled a special poster in anticipation of its premiere on Monday (May 13).
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.
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.
11 May 2024
ChinaChinese streaming giant iQIYI faces legal action over 'Oldboy'
Chinese streaming service iQIYI, with over 100M subscribers, is facing legal action for allegedly streaming the Korean film Oldboy without a valid license for at least six years.
09 May 2024
Kim Jong-unNorth Korea shifts propaganda tactics to engage youth
North Korea is reportedly altering its propaganda approach, moving away from themes of authoritarian grandeur and military might.
08 May 2024
K-dramaHyeri leaves Creative ING; was ex-beau Ryu Jun-yeol the reason
Lee Hyeri, the 30-year-old actor known for her role in the K-drama Reply 1988, has officially ended her professional relationship with talent management firm Creative ING.
08 May 2024
K-PopK-pop: SHINee's Taemin launches official fan club 'TAEMate'; drops logo
SHINee's youngest member, Taemin, has announced his official fan club name!
08 May 2024
Upcoming Movies'Wonderland' unveils new images of stars Suzy and Park Bo-gum
The highly anticipated Korean film Wonderland has released new images featuring its stars, Bae Suzy (simply Suzy) and Park Bo-gum.
08 May 2024
Kim Jong-unNorth Korean leader orders demolition of Winter Palace structures
In a surprising development, Kim Jong-Un, North Korea's leader, has ordered the demolition of several structures within his winter residence, Ryokpo Palace.
08 May 2024
K-drama'She's Different Day and Night': Rom-com K-drama gets first stills
JTBC has released the first stills from its upcoming romantic comedy-drama, She's Different Day and Night.
08 May 2024
K-PopMicrofracture injury to keep NewJeans's Hyein away from comeback activities
Hyein, a popular member of the K-pop group NewJeans, will not participate in the promotional activities for their upcoming double single, How Sweet.
08 May 2024
K-dramaYoo Yeon-seok-Chae Soo-bin to lead 'The Number You Have Dialed'
A captivating new K-drama featuring Yoo Yeon-seok and Chae Soo-bin is coming your way!
07 May 2024
HYBESeoul Police accelerate investigation into ADOR CEO's alleged misconduct
The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency has reportedly pledged to expedite the investigation into allegations against Min Hee-jin, CEO of music label ADOR.
07 May 2024
Met GalaStray Kids scripts history: First K-pop group at Met Gala
The Met Gala 2024 was marked by a historic moment as K-pop sensation, Stray Kids, attended the event as a complete group.
06 May 2024
K-PopATBO: Member Seok Rakwon departs due to health concerns
IST Entertainment, the management company of K-pop sensation ATBO, confirmed on Monday that band member Seok Rakwon has left the team due to health concerns.
06 May 2024
K-PopK-pop group VIVIZ announces first global concert: Check tour dates
K-pop girl group, VIVIZ, has announced their first-ever world tour, V.hind: Love and Tears, set to commence on June 1.
06 May 2024
Cannes Film FestivalUncertainty surrounds release of late 'Parasite' actor Lee Sun-kyun's films
The sudden demise of actor Lee Sun-kyun has left film distributors in a predicament regarding the release of his two unreleased films.
05 May 2024
ChinaChina's semiconductor industry continues to thrive amid US regulations
Despite the United States' persistent efforts to curb China's technological expansion, recent data from South Korea reveals a concerning trend.
05 May 2024
BTSBTS's label HYBE faces investigation over chart-rigging scandal: Report
The South Korean government has initiated an investigation into the allegations of chart manipulation aka sajaegi against HYBE—the agency representing renowned K-pop group BTS.
05 May 2024
HYBEHYBE levels data breach accusations against Ador CEO Min Hee-jin
South Korean entertainment powerhouse, HYBE, has reportedly found evidence of a significant data breach by ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin.
05 May 2024
NetflixAlliances and betrayals galore: All about Netflix's 'The 8 Show'
Netflix has released the main poster and trailer for its upcoming original series, The 8 Show, set to premiere on May 17.
03 May 2024
K-PopYe-dam apologizes for actor-friend uploading controversial video from his studio
K-pop star Bang Ye-dam apologized on Friday for actor-friend Lee Seo-han's actions and the agony caused to his fans for the entire ordeal.
03 May 2024
Box Office'The Roundup: Punishment' sets new record in Korean cinema
Ma Dong-seok's latest film, The Roundup: Punishment, part of the popular The Outlaws series, has made a significant impact at the South Korean box office.
