K-Pop

Global pop sensation Dua Lipa made her long-awaited return to South Korea after six years. Performing at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on the 4th, she delivered a memorable concert as part of her world tour, Radical Optimism. Her show drew a crowd of 20,000 fans who were treated to an evening of electrifying […]

The Boyz, a popular K-pop group, is at the center of a heated dispute between their current agency, IST Entertainment, and their soon-to-be agency, One Hundred Label. The conflict revolves around trademark rights to “The Boyz” name and brand. Both agencies have publicly disagreed on the details, creating uncertainty about the group’s future activities. According

2024 marks a year of farewells in the K-pop world. Four girl groups have decided to disband, citing the end of their exclusive contracts or challenges in maintaining team activities. This recurring trend, often called the “7-year jinx,” refers to idol groups struggling to renew contracts or sustain activities as they approach their seventh anniversary.

Stray Kids continues to cement their position as a global powerhouse. Their mini-album ATE, released in July 2024, has earned a gold certification from the French National Phonographic Society (SNEP). This achievement marks their third gold certification in France, showcasing their growing international popularity. ATE Hits Gold in France SNEP confirmed on November 28 that

Gracie Abrams, a rising star of Generation Z, is set to hold her first concert in Korea. This performance will take place on April 6, 2025, at the Seoul Myeonghwa Live Hall as part of her The Secret of Us Tour. Since her debut in 2019 with the single Mean It, Abrams has captured attention

KBS recently announced that G-Dragon‘s song “Home Sweet Home” failed to meet their broadcasting standards. The decision was based on a review conducted on November 4, as shared on the network’s official homepage. The issue lies in the song’s lyrics. According to KBS, the content violates Article 46 of the Broadcast Review Regulations, restricting advertising

A woman in her 30s has been fined 3 million won by the Seoul Central District Court for posting insulting comments about K-pop singer IU. The case was heard by the 16th Criminal Division under Judge Lee Kyung-sun. The court ruled that the comments amounted to personal attacks and were derogatory in nature. Court’s Decision

The Korea Management Association (HMAE) has publicly criticized NewJeans’ recent announcement to terminate their exclusive contract with Adore, a subsidiary of HYBE. The controversy has drawn attention to the broader implications for the entertainment industry in South Korea. Conflict Between NewJeans and Adore On December 3, HMAE issued a formal statement addressing the ongoing conflict.

Pledis Entertainment officially announced that the exclusive contracts of fromis_9 will end on December 31, 2024. The group, consisting of Lee Sae-rom, Song Ha-young, Park Ji-won, Noh Ji-sun, Lee Seo-yeon, Lee Chae-young, Lee Na-kyung, and Baek Ji-heon, will be leaving the company after three years under its management. In the announcement, Pledis shared that they

On October 29, Shoo took to social media to celebrate SES’s 27th anniversary, delighting fans with a heartfelt message. In a short video, he expressed his gratitude and love for the legendary group, showing his deep appreciation for their long-standing support. “I’m currently in Japan. I’ll be staying here for some time due to work,”