Stray Kids‘ Felix and Bang Chan appeared on Eric Nam‘s Daebak Show and caused laughter when Felix learned the true meaning of his iconic line from “Gods’ Menu”. Felix | @Flash_Felix0915/Twitter To play on “God’s Menu”, Eric Nam introduced a segment called Daebak Restuarant and jokingly said it had nineteen Michelin stars. While Bang Chan […]
Can NewJeans Actually Avoid Paying Penalty Fees To ADOR And HYBE?
On November 28, NewJeans held an emergency press conference to address their early contract termination. They will be leaving ADOR and continuing as a group elsewhere, but at what cost? NewJeans It was previously reported that NewJeans would need to pay HYBE at least ₩300 billion KRW (about $ 225 million USD) if they terminate their contract with ADOR early. […]
HYBE Actually Had Zero Knowledge Of NewJeans’ Debut Plans
NewJeans had one of the most successful debuts in K-Pop history. Just a few weeks after they debuted, they already topped digital charts, sold hundreds of thousands of albums in their first week, won first place on music shows even after the end of their promotions, and more. NewJeans There is one main company that […]
Scandal Erupts After Bombshell Exposé Alleges “Bullied” Idol Was Actually The Bully
Former April member Naeun‘s bullying allegations are being re-examined. Naeun | Pinterest On September 25, Sports Kyunghyang released a shocking exposé in which the news outlet revealed April’s staff members’ testimonies regarding allegations claiming Naeun and other April’s members bullied former member Lee Hyunjoo. Lee Hyunjoo In the article, the news outlet asked five staff […]
Korean Shooter Kim Ye Ji To Actually Debut As An Actress With A Killer Role
It looks like Elon Musk manifested Kim Ye Ji‘s actress debut! Shooter Kim Ye Ji | @k_yeji92/Instagram After going mega-viral for her “main character energy” and becoming the most viral star from the 2024 Paris Olympics, South Korean shooter Kim Ye Ji has landed multiple photoshoots, TV appearances, and now, even a chance to debut as an actress. “Brought […]
The K-Drama That Actually Traumatized And Haunted Its Lead Actor Jung Hae In
In the latest episode of “Donor Hyeong,” a YouTube series on comedian Shin Dong Yup‘s Zzanbro channel, actor Jung Hae In appeared to promote his new K-Movie, I, the Executioner. Actor Jung Hae In | @holyhaein/Instagram While talking about the movie and how difficult it must have been to shoot, Shin brought up D.P.—Jung Hae In’s beloved Netflix […]
Song Ji Hyo’s Ideal Type — Actually Revealed
Although many people have different ideal types or dream crushes, prototypes exist. Your browser does not support video. The phrase ideal type alludes to somebody who best embodies traits one looks for in a partner. Your browser does not support video. People all over the world fawn over BTS Jin‘s worldwide-handsome looks. Your browser does not […]
TWICE Nayeon’s Luxurious Outfit That Was Actually Made From A Beach Towel
TWICE’s Nayeon made TWICE history when she became the first member of the group to debut as a soloist. She released her album IM NAYEON with the title track “POP,” and it wasn’t surprising to know that netizens worldwide were obsessed with the song (and still are!). TWICE’s Nayeon with her new album | @JYPETWICE/Twitter […]
18 Viral First Place Encores We Can’t Believe Actually Happened
After a K-Pop group or idol wins first place on a music show, they then perform the winning song again as an encore. Sometimes, idols simply enjoy the moment with fans, but other times, they seize the opportunity to do something hilarious, chaotic, or just plain weird! Check out some of the best viral encores […]
13 BTS Songs That Are Actually Banned From Being Played On Television
Although BTS has achieved worldwide success, their songs are not exempt from being banned from Korean broadcast should they not be deemed appropriate. These 13 BTS songs have been banned from public broadcasts for various reasons, with one additional track added that was banned from gyms in Seoul. 1. “Can You Turn Off Your Cell Phone?” Released […]
Aespa’s Karina Shocks Netizens With How Tiny Her Face Actually Is
aespa‘s Karina is known for having a small face, one of Korea’s standards of beauty. aespa’s Karina | @katarinabluu/Instagram | @katarinabluu/Instagram Her tiny face earned her the nickname “Quail’s Egg” which are known for being small with a slightly tapered bottom, much like Karina’s face shape. | @katarinabluu/Instagram | @katarinabluu/Instagram She even went viral because […]
11 K-Pop Songs With English Versions That Are “Actually Good”, According To Fans
There are a number of K-Pop songs that have English versions, but some of them are much more well-received than others. Sometimes the lyrics are too cringy or awkward to enjoy the song, and other times we’re just so used to listening to the original that any other version sounds odd. But there are some […]
How Much Money Do Idols Actually Make From Fan Communication Apps Like Bubble?
A pie chart outlining the distribution of the membership fees charged on fan communication apps, like Bubble, has circulated online—sparking heated discussion among K-Pop fans in Korea. Dear U’s “Bubble” app promotion. | Dear U According to the chart, sourced from SM Entertainment‘s IT affiliate Dear U and Hanwha Investment & Securities, a single subscribing user’s […]
10+ Messiest Moments On Philippine Live Television That We Can’t Believe Actually Happened
Philippine live television is home to some of the outrageous clips! From contest mishaps to celebrity call-outs, the most random things have gone viral. Filipino X (Twitter) user @Bb_menita03 compiled a list of these “messiest” moments, with many more netizens chiming in with their own takes. Check them out below! 1. Pia Wurtzbach First up, […]
Red Velvet Joy’s Secret Flirting Technique Actually Makes A Lot Of Sense
Red Velvet‘s Joy revealed her secret flirting technique, and we’ll definitely be using it from now on! Red Velvet’s Joy | @_imyour_joy/Instagram Joy participated in a TMI interview for Elle Korea with actresses Ahn Eun Jin and Kang Ye Won, her costars from the K-Drama The One and Only. Your browser does not support video. […]
SHINee’s Iconic Dance Practice Video Was Actually Leaked, According To Key
SHINee‘s Key recently appeared on DdeunDdeun‘s YouTube channel where he visited the dorm of BOYNEXTDOOR, a fifth generation boy group under KOZ Entertainment. He walked down a rack of their clothes, trying to guess which boy group they belonged to. He took a trip down memory lane when he looked at certain articles of clothing. […]
20 K-Pop Moments Fans Can’t Believe Actually Happened
These moments are outrageous, epic, or just plain funny — and nobody can believe they actually happened! In a new viral Twitter thread, K-Pop fans chose their most unbelievable moments from their favorite artists. Check out 20 of their wildest choices below. 1. When EXO’s Baelhyun said this about Sehun Nobody could believe their ears. this […]
Viral “Queen Of Tears” Scene Was Actually Improvised By Kim Soo Hyun
New tvN K-Drama Queen of Tears, starring lead actors Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, has received high ratings so far, thanks to its all-star cast and clever writing. The queen of department stores and the prince of supermarkets weather a marital crisis —until love miraculously begins to bloom again. — Netflix Kim Soo Hyun (left) […]
Fact Check: Did Han So Hee Actually Lie About Her First Meeting With Ryu Jun Yeol?
Amidst the ongoing drama of Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol’s recently revealed romance, speculations are brewing all around about a suspected infidelity on Ryu’s part toward his former girlfriend, Girls’ Day member and actress Hyeri. Han So Hee | @xeesoxee/Instagram Ryu Jun Yeol | @ryusdb/Instagram Hyeri | @hyeri_0609/Instagram A quick recap of the […]
Young, Beautiful Princess Doll Is Actually An Elderly Woman
What if you could turn back the clock not five, not ten, but fifty years? This beautiful, doll-like “princess” might look like she’s in her twenties, but she’s actually in her early seventies. Grandma Tian after her transformation | Xiaohongshu via SCMP Grandma Tian, a popular Chinese social media star, achieved her drastic makeover not with […]
3 Idols Who Have Such A Tiny Waists, They Actually Pin Their Jeans To Make Them Fit
These K-pop idols are known for their snatched figures. Whether they’re rocking crop tops or body-con dresses, their tiny waists leave netizens jealous. Plus, their waists are so small that they have to alter the waist of their jeans to make them fit! Check out the 3 idols who have been seen doing this below. […]
Two of Korea’s Favorite Veteran Actors Are Actually Brothers, But No One Knows
One of South Korea’s most respected actors is Choi Min Sik, now trending even more thanks to the K-Movie Exhuma breaking box office records. Most Korean movie-goers, and even international K-Movie fans, know Choi Min Sik to be a veteran—trusted with all kinds of roles across all genres. But, according to a viral online forum post, […]
K-Pop Fans Discuss 10 “Flop” Eras That Were Actually Ahead Of Their Time
Sometimes, even popular K-Pop artists release songs that end up not being well-received by fans, and oftentimes these songs are just sort of forgotten and not talked about much. However, these “flops” can sometimes just be ahead of their time, and old songs that weren’t well-received at the time they came out might be more […]
Actress Kim Tae Ri’s First Sapphic Role Actually Inspired Her Latest
Popular actress Kim Tae Ri has been active in the industry for many years, appearing in recent works like Twenty-Five Twenty-One and Revenant. Actress Kim Tae Ri | tvN | SBS The actress’s star power has been proven repeatedly, as she recently gained attention for her transformations, first by cutting her usually long hair into […]
Imagine BTS’s V In Front Of Your House — It Actually Happened To An ARMY
Have you ever dreamed of finding BTS on your doorstep? For one lucky ARMY, that dream came true! V Back in 2016, BTS traveled to Europe for Season 1 of their travel show, Bon Voyage. While in Sweden, RM lost his passport and V lost…himself. BTS V was the last member to arrive in Sweden. He ended up boarding the […]