ENHYPEN’s Ni-ki is currently under fire for his comment about South Korea’s Liberation Day. Also known as the March 1st Independence Movement Day, it is a historically important day in South Korea. On January 29, 2024, Ni-ki originally uploaded an encouraging message for fans. As it was a Friday the next day, he told fans […]
KBS’s Music Bank Gets Called Out For Allegedly Rigging Scores To Favor IU Over (G)I-DLE
Fans are demanding answers from KBS’ Music Bank over alleged rigging to favor IU. IU | The Korea Times On February 9, IU’s “Love Wins All” and (G)I-DLE’s most recent comeback, “Super Lady,” competed for first place on an unaired episode of the music music program. (G)I-DLE | @G_I_DLE/X | @IU_official/XM/i> When the scores for each category were […]
LE SSERAFIM’s Huh Yunjin And Chaewon Scrutinized Over Outfits In “Good Bones”
LE SSERAFIM Huh Yunjin and Chaewon‘s outfits in their most recent comeback trailer, “Good Bones,” are receiving mixed reactions. LE SSERAFIM | HYBE On January 26, HYBE released a trailer for their upcoming mini-album Easy titled “Good Bones.” LE SSERAFIM 3rd Mini Album ‘EASY’TRAILER <Good Bones>https://t.co/9t5zMRA5XQ2024.02.19 6PM (KST)#LE_SSERAFIM #르세라핌#LE_SSERAFIM_EASY #MakeItLookEasy — SOURCEMUSIC (@SOURCEMUSIC) January 25, […]
Yang Hyuk Suk Purchases 20 Billion KRW Worth Of YG Entertainment Stock — Raising His Stake To Over 19%
Yang Hyuk Suk has purchased ₩20.0 billion KRW (about $ 14.9 million USD) worth of YG Entertainment stock, raising his stake in the company from 16.8% to 19.3%. According to a press release from YG Entertainment to media outlet MBC, Yang Hyuk Suk purchased a total of 461,940 shares of YG Entertainment stock at an […]
KBS Staff Sentenced Over Horse’s Death After Cruel Stunt During K-Drama Shooting
Earlier today, the Seoul Southern District Court imposed fines totaling ₩30.0 million KRW (about $ 22,400 USD) on a KBS TV producer, two staff members, and the broadcaster itself for animal abuse leading to the death of a horse during the filming of a drama series in 2021. | KBS The tragic incident occurred on November […]
K-Netizens Are Over The Moon About IVE Jang Wonyoung’s Win Against YouTuber Sojang
Group IVE’s Jang Wonyoung and her agency Starship Entertainment won the lawsuit against YouTuber Sojang for damages. Last month, the 210th Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court (Chief Judge Park Jiwon) ruled in favor of some of the plaintiffs in the 100 million won damages lawsuit filed by Jang Wonyoung and Starship Entertainment against Mr. Park (Sojang). In this […]
BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Loves One Disney Movie So Much, She’s Watched It Over 50 Times
In case you did not know, BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo loves movies! Your browser does not support video. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo She sat down for a short interview with Disney Plus where she talked about how much she adores their films, theme parks, and overall pop culture. It’s like Disney has always been present around me. Even when […]
ENHYPEN’s Fans Call Out HYBE Over New Boy Group’s Slogan
When it comes to K-Pop groups, branding is a big thing. This can include lightsticks, official colors, hand symbols, and even nicknames given to fans. GOT7’s Jackson holding GOT7’s lightstick. ITZY’s Lia doing their hand pose. SEVENTEEN’s official color announcement. | Pledis Entertainment Another big part of a K-Pop group’s branding is the phrases they […]
The 20 Most-Searched K-Pop Artists On Google Over The Last 20 Years
Over the last two decades, the K-Pop music industry has expanded tremendously, going from a fairly unknown genre to most international music listeners to being a worldwide-renowned phenomenon. Throughout those 20 years, different K-Pop artists have come and gone, with different performers peaking at different times and one generation leading into the next. Recently, a […]
“Your Delulu Is Trulu” — Acting “Delusional” Over K-Pop Idols Actually Improves Life, According To Science
As with any form of fandom, the ideas of “celebrity worship” have often been looked at negatively. K-Pop fandoms, set up to foster the bond between idols and fans, often have been subjected to talk of parasocial relationships. Parasocial relationships are relationships where a person feels much closer to another than they are. Usually, these […]
5 Times WAKEONE Has Earned Criticism From Fans Over Its Treatment Of ZEROBASEONE
Since their debut earlier this, ZEROBASEONE have only grown in popularity and influence as that proclaimed the start of K-Pop’s fifth generation. Unfortunately, fans have felt that the group’s company, WAKEONE, has failed them in many different ways since debuting. Here are some instances where fans have demanded better treatment for the group over. On […]
Choi Hyun Wook’s Handwritten Apology Is Met With Ridicule Amid Controversy Over Viral Video
Actor Choi Hyun Wook‘s handwritten letter has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. Choi Hyun Wook On October 5, Choi Hyun Wook wrote a handwritten letter to apologize for smoking illegally in the street. theqoo Previously, a video of the actor smoking while holding a woman’s hand went viral. Video Clip Of Star Actor […]
IU’s Next-Level Gift Giving — Over 100 People Received Chuseok Presents From The Singer
K-Pop’s dearest soloist, IU, is winning the internet once again with stories of her kindness and warm gestures toward her peers. Iu | @dlwlrma/Instagram On September 30, MC and comedian Park Myung Soo talked about the singer on his radio show, revealing that for this year’s Chuseok, she sent him pork ribs as a gift. It […]
TXT’s Yeonjun Calls Out The Trend Of Unnecessary Comparisons Over Dance Challenge Videos
During a recent livestream, TXT member Yeonjun expressed his “dilemma” over doing dance challenges, owing to the changed perception of the trend. Yeonjun of TXT | @yawnzzn/Instagram On September 25 (KST), Yeonjun appeared on a live broadcast on Weverse, where he received a horde of comments requesting him to do the popular “Smoke” dance challenge. But the […]
“Hot Daddy?” — Even Straight Men Are Simping Over A Netizen’s ’80s Heartthrob Father
As K-Pop fans, we are used to seeing attractive faces every time we check in on our faves. Unsurprisingly, fans often thirst over the source of an idol’s good looks — their parents! In the past, fans have fawned over past photos of BTS V‘s father… BTS V’s Father …as well as Somi‘s father, Matthew […]
Netizens Go Crazy Over aespa NingNing And Jay Park’s Live Performance Together
Jay Park is currently a mentor on the Chinese debut survival reality show, The Next 2023. Aespa’s NingNing was a recent guest judge on the show! The two linked up for the duet of a life time, surprising fans with a new song, “WYA.” NingNing slayed, delivering flawless vocals. She also perfected the light dance […]
BLACKPINK Fans Terrorize DIOR BEAUTY’s Instagram Over The Latest #MissDior Exhibition Post
In celebration of the #MissDior Exhibition happening in Korea, DIOR BEAUTY shared a series of photos via Instagram… #MissDior Exhibition in Seoul, Korea. | @diorbeauty/Instagram …highlighting the K-Celebs who attended the exhibition as the brand’s ambassadors. From the South Korean figure skating legend Kim Yuna to BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo, as well as 2PM‘s Junho, NewJeans‘ Haerin, and actor Jung Hae […]
Netizens Can’t Stop Raving Over BTS Jin’s Godly Side Profile — 15 Moments Proving He’s Flawless
Known for his handsome face, BTS‘s Jin is the definition of a visual! Recently, netizens shared some of his best moments showcasing his stunning side profile. Check out some of the moments below that prove his face is a work of art! 1. The ending of “Fake Love” is the perfect example of Jin’s flawless […]
Netizens Defend Super Junior’s Heechul Over “Inappropriate” Comment Towards LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha
The Korean variety show Knowing Bros (also known as Men on a Mission) is known for pushing the boundaries and its comedic skits with idols and Korean celebrities. Recently, netizens have come to the defense of Super Junior‘s Heechul after a comment towards LE SSERAFIM‘s Kazuha was taken out of context and criticized. Super Junior’s Heechul has been a […]
The Top Five Most-Watched K-Pop Groups In 9 Different Countries Over The Past Year
Certain K-Pop artists are more popular and well-known than others on a worldwide scale, but when you look at individual countries, there is quite a bit of variety! Similar artists do tend to take up the top positions for most places, but the order is often fairly different, and some artists show up in the […]
Lee Chae Yeon Drops New Set Of Concept Photos For “Over The Moon”
Singer Lee Chae Yeon recently dropped additional concept photos for her upcoming second mini album, Over The Moon. In the photos, she shows off her visuals and elegant outfits. 이채연 (LEE CHAE YEON)2nd Mini Album [Over The Moon] Concept photo 📸🌑Night #32023.04.12 6PM (KST) #이채연 #LEECHAEYEON #OverTheMoon pic.twitter.com/5Y0AB635hu — 이채연(LEE CHAE YEON) Official (@official_LCY) March […]
Asian Celebs Top The 15 Most Beautiful Women In The World 2022, According To Over 600,000 Votes
Popular polling website KingChoice recently held a month-long poll for fans to vote for who they think are the most beautiful women in the world of 2022 out of 100 nominees. Female celebrities from numerous countries were among those nominated, including several K-Pop idols and Korean actors. With over 600,000 votes tallied, the results are in. Here […]
Korean Woman Gets Her Snowman Smashed By A Total Stranger: The Internet Gets Heated Over The Interaction Caught On Cam
On December 20, streamer Chochocobee shared a YouTube short capturing her unpleasant interaction with a stranger she met while making a snowman outside. Streamer Chochocobee | @chochocobee/YouTube The stranger, assumed to be a Korean man, approaches a smaller snowman in the background and asks the streamer, “Excuse me, did you make this?” The streamer answers, “No.” The stranger then […]
NMIXX Sullyoon’s Alleged Private Twitter Account Leaked, Netizens Argue Over Its Legitimacy
A post uploaded on Nate’s popular blogging forum Pann has gone viral after claiming to reveal the private Twitter account of NMIXX member Sullyoon. | @nmixx_official/Instagram According to the post, the account below belongs to Sullyoon. | Nate Pann The username refers to YOUNITE‘s Kyungmun, and the OP claimed it was recently changed into something else. This has […]
Actor Lee Beom Soo Is Hit With Allegations That He Abused His Influence Over Students — His Agency Responds
Actor Lee Beom Soo, who is currently teaching acting at Shinhan University, has been hit with allegations that he abused his influence over students. Lee Beom Soo | MBC The allegations stem from a post written by an alleged student of the actor who alleged they were discriminated against. The student alleged that Lee Beom Soo […]
