Following the Instagram updates that kept K-Pop fans guessing, former BEAST/Highlight member Yong Jun Hyung (also known as Junhyung) addressed his relationship with HyunA. Yong Jun Hyung (left) and HyunA (right) | OSEN In a message to his fans on the messaging platform fromm, Yong echoed HyunA’s initial message that asked her fans to “Please view [them] favorably” (a phrase commonly used to […]
Red Velvet’s Joy Updates Fans On Her Health And Addresses Recent Comments About Her Appearance
In April, SM Entertainment announced that Red Velvet‘s Joy would be taking a short break from activities due to poor health, sharing they would be supporting her recovery before she returned to her activities. Red Velvet’s Joy | @_imyour_joy/Instagram After a short break, Joy re-joined her fellow Red Velvet members and fully resumed her activities […]
Legendary First-Generation Idol Addresses Her Uncanny Resemblance To BLACKPINK’s Jisoo
A legendary first-generation idol has gained attention for addressing her resemblance to BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo | @sooyaaa__/Instagram Since debuting, Jisoo has always gained attention for her unreal visuals. Whether she is performing on stage or at an event, Jisoo exudes “Princess Vibes.” | @sooyaaa__/Instagram | @sooyaaa__/Instagram | @sooyaaa__/Instagram One legendary first-generation idol (and actress) […]
“Are You Taekook Shipper?”: HOLLAND Addresses Fans Who Attempt To Out Gay K-Pop Idols
Openly gay K-Pop idol HOLLAND addressed a comment regarding shipping. HOLLAND “Shipping” is a term popularized in fandom culture. It’s a verb to describe when one wants two persons to be in a romantic relationship. Fans ship fictional characters and even real people, especially if they’re members of the same music group. | Urban Dictionary […]
Eric Nam Addresses Backlash Stemming From Israel-Palestine Post
Eric Nam released a statement amid controversy over liking a post related to the Israel-Palestine crisis. Eric Nam | @ericnam/Instagram On October 30, Eric Nam took to his Twitter account to address recent backlash he received due to liking a tweet fans found to be insensitive. Hi everyone – following the horrific events of October […]
RM Addresses BTS’s Feelings About Their Solo Projects And Anticipated 2025 Reunion
BTS‘s RM recently greeted ARMYs through a Weverse livestream, where he chatted about his upcoming album, gave life advice, sang along to ARMYs’ fanmade song “Love Letters,” and opened up about BTS’s future plans and the highly anticipated reunion in 2025. BTS’s RM during his Weverse live | @boraboravie/Twitter In June 2022, BTS announced they […]
THE BLACK LABEL Addresses Jeon Somi’s Alleged Plagiarism Controversy
K-Pop soloist Jeon Somi made her comeback with EP GAME PLAN and title track, certified club banger, “Fast Forward,” but it has been called out for alleged plagiarism. Somi A digital cover and scene from “Fast Forward” features a manga-style animated character meant to represent Somi. Yet, some have accused the design of ripping off […]
Fatou Addresses BLACKSWAN’s “Final Line-Up,” Seemingly Confirming Leia’s Departure From The Group
BLACKSWAN‘s leader Fatou recently addressed fans’ concerns regarding whether the group’s line-up may change in the future after undergoing multiple line-up changes since their debut. (From left:) BLACKSWAN’s Gabi, NVee, Fatou, and Sriya | @blackswan__official/Instagram On October 16, 2020, BP RaNia rebranded as BLACKSWAN, a multi-national girl group that debuted with members Hyeme, Youngheun, Fatou, Judy, and Leia. Hyeme […]
Bang Si Hyuk Addresses The Double Standards Between K-Pop and Western Pop
Bang Si Hyuk, the founder, and chairman of HYBE, recently sat down for an interview with CNN and had in-depth discussions about HYBE’s future plans and the K-Pop industry at large. Bang Si Hyuk | CNN During the conversation, the interviewer asked Bang how he feels about the criticism HYBE, or the industry in general […]
ATEEZ’s Choreographer Anze Skrube Directly Addresses Allegations Of Dancer Vata Plagiarizing “Say My Name” Choreography
ATEEZ‘s Wooyoung has been at the center of a debate over plagiarism recently and has been praised for showcasing a strong stance in the most iconic way. ATEEZ’s Wooyoung | @ateez_official_/Instagram The topic gained attention began when dancer Vata from the WDBZ dance crew on Street Man Fighter was alleged to have plagiarized the famous “driving” move […]
LOONA’s Chuu Addresses Fans’ Concerns That She May Have An Eating Disorder
LOONA‘s Chuu reassured fans and their concerns for the idol after her latest appearance on a variety show program where she confessed she didn’t have the healthiest relationship with food. Chuu | @chuuo3o/Instagram On October 6, the idol posted on her Instagram, stating that she didn’t have an eating disorder. Chuu reassured her fans | […]
NCT 127’s Johnny Hilariously Addresses A “Love On The Floor” Stage “Incident” With Jungwoo, And Fans Can’t Stop Laughing
NCT 127‘s Johnny was asked about an “incident” with Jungwoo on their “Love On The Floor” stage, and his response has NCTzens laughing at his classic “Johnny humor.” Johnny | @johnnyjsuh/Instagram Jungwoo Off NCT 127’s repackage album Favorite, “Love On The Floor” quickly became one of the group’s most iconic stages. This was partly due […]
Feel Ghood Music’s Tiger JK Personally Addresses Fans’ Concerns For BIBI After Alarming Instagram Live
Rapper and Feel Ghood Music founder and CEO Tiger JK has responded to fans’ concerns for BIBI. BIBI (left) and Tiger JK (right). Solo singer-songwriter BIBI recently held a couple of live broadcasts, one of which caused concern for her fans. BIBI | @nakedbibi/Instagram BIBI is beloved, especially due to her no-filter personality. Yet, she recently […]
“My Name” Co-Star Addresses Dating Rumor Between Song Kang And Han So Hee After A Photo Surfaces
On June 18, 2022 (KST), an alleged photo of actors Song Kang and Han So Hee “on a date” began circulating on social media platforms—as well as on YouTube, in a speculative video uploaded by a gossip channel SOJANG. Your browser does not support video.YouTube channel “SOJANG” sharing a screenshot of the speculative Instagram post on the […]
BTS’s Jungkook Personally Addresses Disbandment Rumors
To celebrate their 9th anniversary, BTS hosted their annual FESTA Dinner Party. They also made a shocking announcement during that time. From left: BTS’s RM, Jimin, J-Hope, V, Jungkook, Jin, and Suga. | BANGTANTV/YouTube The members revealed that they would be taking a group hiatus. During this period, each will focus on releasing solo albums. […]
Jae Addresses His Recent Controversial Remarks
Recently, Jae (also known as eaJ) has been in a couple of controversies since the announcement of his DAY6 hiatus and departure from JYP Entertainment. pic.twitter.com/uxKqf3cG5b — eaJ (@eaJPark) December 31, 2021 Hello My Day. I am sincerely grateful for everyone who has been with DAY6 and me. For the past six years, I have […]
“Single’s Inferno” Shin Ji Yeon Addresses Speculations Of Having Used Hip Pads On The Show
Contestant Shin Ji Yeon made headlines when she stepped out in a long-sleeved swimming costume during a beach game on Single’s Inferno. While she was always known for her girly outfits and conservative dresses… | @jiiiyeonie___/Instagram …she made a name as the new body hottie of the show. | Netflix Fans were stunned at her […]