Recently, the total sales and net profits for each of HYBE Labels‘ subsidiaries was shared online, and the results have many fans surprised. While the companies under HYBE that manage K-Pop artists are the most well-known — such as BIGHIT MUSIC, Pledis Entertainment, ADOR, and SOURCE MUSIC — they actually have many other subsidiaries that focus on other areas such […]
A Breakdown Of The Financial Statements Of HYBE Labels’ Subsidiaries In 2023
With the new and tumultuous feud happening between ADOR‘s CEO, Min Hee Jin, and HYBE Labels, discussions about the latter K-Pop label and its subsidiaries have spiked online. At this time, reports of various allegations against Min Hee Jin have been shared, which include: ADOR’s internal management (Min Hee Jin, deputy CEOs A and B) receiving external consulting […]
The Best-Selling K-Pop Albums That Outsold Taylor Swift In 2023
Many artists have become household names and are wildly successful worldwide. One of them, undoubtedly, is Taylor Swift, whose concert tickets were so in demand that she not only broke the record for most concert tickets sold in a single day but triggered a federal investigation into Ticketmaster and Live Nation. Because of her massively […]
Six K-Pop Groups Made It Into The Top 20 Global Artists Of 2023 By The IFPI
This year, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) revealed its top 20 picks for the 2023 Global Artist Chart for the 11th year. This list is calculated according to a musical artist’s worldwide sales including streaming, downloads, and physical music formats during the calendar year, covering their entire body of work. This is how […]
The Best-Selling Concerts Of 2023 In South Korea, According To Yes24
As the world slowly recovers from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the concert industry in South Korea has witnessed a remarkable revival. With international borders opening and social distancing measures relaxing, the demand for live music performances has soared, culminating in a significant increase in concert ticket sales last year. NCT Dream concert in […]
The 13 K-Pop Concerts That Made It Onto Pollstar’s Top 300 Concert Grosses Of 2023
Just recently, Pollstar released their year-end list of the top 300 highest-grossing concerts of 2023. The list includes worldwide artists such as Beyoncé, Coldplay, Harry Styles, and U2, but there were several K-Pop artists that made it onto the ranking as well! Here are all 13 K-Pop concerts that made enough revenue to reach the top 300 highest-grossing concerts worldwide […]
The 23 Most-Watched K-Dramas On Netflix In 2023
K-Dramas have become quite popular in recent years on the streaming platform Netflix, which has allowed wider audiences to experience the genre. Since it’s so much easier to stream K-Dramas now than in years past, some of the most popular series are getting tons of views that they otherwise might not have had. Recently, it was […]
The 10 Best-Selling K-Pop Artists By Pure Album Sales In The U.S. In 2023
Even though the K-Pop music genre has started reaching a larger audience internationally, it’s usually only the biggest artists from the most well-known labels that tend to get popular overseas. Album sales have been increasing in the U.S. over the last couple of years, though, and some of the most popular groups and soloists are […]
7 K-Pop Idols Whose Edited Vs. Unedited Photos Became Hot Topics In 2023
While idols always look their best in photos that have been edited during post-production, many gain attention for their visuals during the moments when they appear unedited. Here are seven idols whose unedited visuals became hot topics in 2023! 1. aespa’s Karina AI-visual idol Karina is no stranger to getting attention for her stunning appearance. […]
Top 10 Most Searched 5th Gen Male Idols On Naver In 2023
Popularity is one of the best measures of an idol’s impact and presence in an industry as competitive as K-Pop. Though there are different ways to measure an idol’s popularity, Naver, the most used South Korean search engine, has remained a reliable and accurate method. Fan calculations on Instiz have revealed the top 10 5th […]
Exclusive Photos of HyunA And Yong Jun Hyung Hint They’ve Been Dating Since November 2023
In an exclusive report, Korean media SPOTV revealed photos of idol HyunA and her boyfriend, former BEAST/Highlight member Yong Jun Hyung, taken at South Korea’s Incheon International Airport. HyunA (left) and Yong Jun Hyung (right) | SPOTV The photos, credited to the SPOTV reporter Park Sung Ki, captured the couple interacting inside the cabin and at the baggage claim area… […]
First-Week Sales Numbers Of The Most Popular K-Pop Boy Groups That Debuted In 2023
With girl groups overwhelmingly owning the K-Pop industry right now with the success of fourth generation artists like IVE, NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, and (G)I-DLE, some fans have been waiting for boy groups to have a resurgence in their popularity too. 2023 saw the debut of boy groups from some major labels as well as highly anticipated ones from smaller […]
Circle Chart’s Official 25 Best-Selling K-Pop Albums Of 2023
Hanteo recently announced the best-selling K-Pop albums in 2023 according to their charts, and now, Circle Chart has shared theirs as well! Though both companies use similar data to determine their rankings, Hanteo keeps track of actual sales just in certain stores, while Circle Chart bases their data on album shipments, so in reality, the actual number of […]
A Look At The Full List Of Winners From The “Circle Chart Music Awards 2023”
On January 10, the Circle Chart Music Awards 2023 brought together some of the biggest artists to celebrate all their achievements of the previous year. Here is a look at all the winners. New Artist of the Next Generation KISSOFLIFE NiziU Rookie of the Year – Global Streaming BABYMONSTER Rookie of the Year – Unique Listener Part […]
The Only K-Pop Song That Made It On Official UK Charts’ “Best Songs of 2023” List
The UK music charts have historically been a tough nut to crack for international artists, including those from the K-Pop industry. However, in a remarkable turn of events, 2023 saw a K-Pop song not only break into these charts but also secure a spot among the year’s best songs. | Official UK Charts The song […]
“Welcome to Samdal-Ri” Actor Gives The Most Realistic Acceptance Speech At The “2023 KBS Drama Awards”
Actor Lee Jae Won, best known for his current role in the Netflix K-Drama Welcome To Samdal-Ri, won the “Drama Special TV Cinema Award” for No Path Back at the 2023 KBS Drama Awards. Actor Lee Jae Won | Sports Chosun Named a winner for the first time since his debut in 2008, Lee looked overwhelmed as […]
Top 10 Male K-Pop Artists With The Most Music Show Wins In 2023
2023 has been yet another eventful year for the global success of K-Pop, with artists achieving new heights with every release. But who dominated the industry domestically? Music shows are an integral part of the idol music scene in South Korea and a reliable parameter of the popularity of an artist’s music. Here are the […]
(G)I-DLE’s Miyeon Apologizes For Her “2023 MBC Drama Awards” Performance
At the “2023 MBC Drama Awards,” (G)I-DLE‘s Miyeon performed her original soundtrack, “Painted On The Moonlight,” for the network’s hottest K-Drama, My Dearest. (G)I-DLE’s Miyeon | @G_I_DLE/Twitter While the idol gave the live performance her best shot, some viewers found it “underwhelming.” And, so, Miyeon received a spike in malicious and hateful comments, belittling her vocal skills and […]
The “Worst” Outfits K-Pop Idols Wore In 2023, According To Netizens
Fashion is subjective, and even the most beautiful people can have misses with their looks. The same can be said for K-Pop idols, as netizens will openly discuss looks that they believe fell short or even took away from their faves’ looks. These some of the “worst” and most debated looks of 2023, according to […]
Ahn Hyo Seop Is A True Gentleman For Taking Care Of Lee Sung Kyung At The “2023 SBS Drama Awards”
Actor Ahn Hyo Seop gained attention for his gentlemanly actions toward his Dr. Romantic 3 co-star Lee Sung Kyung at the 2023 SBS Drama Awards. Ahn Hyo Seop | @ahnhyoseop_archive/Instagram Wearing a backless cream dress with a bit of a plunging neckline, Lee Sung Kyung turned heads with her elegant yet sexy outfit. But she […]
Popular Actress’s “No Bra” Fashion At The “2023 MBC Drama Awards” Is The Perfect Redemption For Past Wardrobe Malfunction
Actress Ahn Eun Jin recently participated in the “no bra” fashion trend on the red carpet! Ahn Eun Jin | DAZED Korea Ahn Eun Jin has had a successful year, appearing in her first film, The Night Owl, and earned “Best New Actress” nominations at several awards programs, including the Blue Dragon Film Awards. | C-JeS Entertainment While […]
A Look At All The Winners Of The “2023 MBC Drama Awards”
On December 30, the 2023 MBC Drama Awards took place, honoring the actors’ performances throughout the year. Here are all the winners from the night! Best Character Award Kim Jong Tae — My Dearest Best Couple Award Nam Goong Min and Ahn Eun Jin — My Dearest Best New Actor Kim Mu Jun — My Dearest Kim Yoon Woo — My Dearest Best New […]
The Full List Of Winners From The “2023 APAN Star Awards”
The 2023 APAN Star Awards have once again celebrated the best in television and web drama performances. Here’s the complete list of winners who dazzled with their exceptional skills and captivating performances. | APAN Star Awards Global Star Award 2PM‘s Lee Junho was honored for his role in King the Land, signifying his international appeal […]
Red Velvet’s Yeri Looks Like A Real Life Fairy At The “2023 APAN Star Awards”
Yeri, a member of the popular K-Pop group Red Velvet, has quickly become a name to remember in the acting world despite only making her debut two years ago. Her experience as an idol has evidently equipped her with the savvy to make a lasting impression, and at the 2023 APAN Star Awards, she did […]
Girls’ Generation’s Yoona Goes Viral For Her Red Carpet Look At The “2023 APAN Star Awards”
Girls’ Generation‘s Yoona has always been a standout figure in the Korean entertainment industry. With years of experience gracing the red carpet as both a celebrated idol and a respected actress, she has mastered the art of making a lasting impression. At the 2023 APAN Star Awards, the Girls’ Generation star did just that, turning heads […]
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