KISS OF LIFE‘s empty seats are going viral. KISS OF LIFE | Pinterest On September 22, a post titled “KISS OF LIFE’s Concert Is Empty” went viral. The post has since been viewed over 100k times. In the post, the author uploaded an alleged seating chart for KISS OF LIFE’s Korean concert. According to the […]
Fact Check: Are 200+ Male K-Pop Idols About To Be Exposed For Participating In “Nth Room” Sex Crimes?
Following the news of former NCT Taeil‘s removal from the group after being charged with sex crimes, information alleged to be related to the case circulated — both confirmed and unconfirmed. Taeil | SM Entertainment Some connected Taeil to the “Nth Room,” as one of an alleged 200 idols that would supposedly be exposed for […]
Veteran K-Pop Idol Gives Brutal Reality Check To Impolite Juniors
Veteran K-Pop idol Rain recently talked about encountering impolite juniors with scathing remarks. Rain | @rain_oppa/Instagram On August 22, KST, Rain’s YouTube show, Season B Season, hosted SHINee’s Taemin as a special guest. During the episode, Rain expressed his genuine appreciation for Taemin as a junior, praising him as an all-rounder. Taeming and Rain | […]
Fact Check: Was IVE’s Audio Malfunction Staged To Go Viral?
During IVE‘s recent concert in Sydney, an unexpected technical mishap occurred on stage. IVE | @IVEstarship/Twitter | @IVEstarship/Twitter At the end of the song “I AM,” an audio malfunction occurred, resulting in Liz continuing to sing the last few seconds of the song without music. IVE performs ‘I AM’ during audio malfunction at recent concert. […]
Fact Check: Did The Korean Government Pay For BTS’s Jin To Be A Torch Bearer At The “2024 Summer Olympics”?
BTS‘s Jin recently participated in the torch relay at the 2024 Summer Olympics. His appearance was a huge source of pride for many ARMY and Koreans. After all, it was a huge honor to represent South Korea at such a big event. Jin carries the Olympic torch in Parispic.twitter.com/0nOBNQSYNj — kim | SUPERSONIC AUG 12 […]
Fact Check: Has fromis_9 Really Not Been Paid In 7 Years?
According to fans, during a live stream on May 17, 2024, the members of fromis_9 made some shocking revelations. Tweets that contained information about what the members said have since been deleted out of fear that the company would retaliate against the girls. Caches still remain on search engines and secondary sites. One such tweet […]
Fact Check: Did HYBE Stage ILLIT’s Wonhee Reporting Hate Comments?
This article is part of our coverage of HYBE vs. ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin. You can read more and view the entire timeline here. Recently, a controversial moment during ILLIT‘s Weverse livestream has gone viral. | @ILLIT_official/Twitter Previously, the group faced accusations of copying NewJeans‘ music, choreography, and concept which has all lead to […]
Fact Check: Can aespa’s Karina Speak Cat Language?
Aespa‘s Karina is known for looking like a cat. However, now she’s taken it to next level — Can she speak cat language? aespa’s Karina | @katarinabluu/Instagram In her latest vlog, Karina visited the National Zoo in Santiago, Chile. [Video could not be displayed] She encountered all kids of exotic animals and documented her experiences. […]
Fact Check: Are ATEEZ Endorsing Menstrual Pads?
K-Pop groups promote everything from fashion brands to makeup and skincare to food and drinks. The range of what idols advertise continues to broaden with K-Pop’s popularity. In January of this year, ENHYPEN became the first K-Pop boy group to endorse a lingerie brand. The Japanese brand Peach John is known for both women’s lingerie and […]
Fact Check: Did ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin Mention BLACKPINK As One Of HYBE’s Targets?
On April 25, ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin held a press conference to discuss her ongoing feud with HYBE. Min Hee Jin During the press conference, she mentioned many topics but one of the most inflammatory was her exposing text messages between her and HYBE CEO Bang Si Hyuk where the latter allegedly said he […]
Fact Check: GOT7’s Jackson Wang “Scolds” NCT’s Ten
GOT7‘s Jackson Wang is currently serving as both a producer and lead mentor on Thai survival show CHUANG ASIA Thailand, a spin-off of Produce Camp. The label that he co-founded, RYCE Entertainment, will debut the winning team. GOT7‘s Jackson Wang NCT‘s Ten is also a co-judge on CHUANG ASIA Thailand. NCT’s Ten One clip of Ten has garnered attention […]
Fact Check: Is HYBE Really Doing “Payola” For ILLIT On Spotify?
Recently, rumblings within the K-Pop spaces have raised eyebrows regarding HYBE Labels‘ promotional strategies for ILLIT‘s debut track “Magnetic” on Spotify. The accusations have risen following ILLIT’s unprecedented success on the streaming platform. | BE:LIFT LAB A faction of K-Pop fans allege that HYBE has resorted to “payola,” a practice where payment is made to […]
Fact Check: Was NCT’s Taeil At A Night Club Right After His Injury?
In August 2023, NCT‘s Taeil was involved in an accident that left his leg broken. NCT’s Taeil | SM Entertainment Since then, the idol has been on hiatus as he healed but was able to participate in NCT 127‘s most recent comeback, Be There For Me. NCT 127 | SM Entertainment However, outside of official content, […]
Fact Check: Did Stylists Try To “Whitewash” aespa’s Winter With Makeup On Her Arms?
aespa recently gained attention for their appearance at the MLB Seoul Series. The girls put up a stunning performance medley of their hit songs. | @aespa_official/ The girls gained attention for their suddenly pale skin tone. While they look nothing out of the ordinary in the photo above, their performance video had them looking almost […]
Fact Check: IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Is From Atlanta, Georgia
IVE are currently on their THE 1ST WORLD TOUR ‘SHOW WHAT I HAVE.’ They performed at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA, on March 24, 2024 IVE | @IVEstarship/X The night before, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Yujin attended the Atlanta Hawks vs Charlotte Hornets NBA game at the same venue. wonyoung at a basketball […]
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 […]
Fact Check: Is Former NCT Lucas’ Solo Debut Cancelled?
Talks of former NCT member Lucas‘ solo debut being cancelled spread like wildfire. Lucas 1st single “Renegade” image teaser | @lucas_official/Twitter Back in 2021, Lucas went on a hiatus after getting caught up in a gaslighting scandal. He eventually withdrew from NCT and WayV in 2023. SM Entertainment Announces Lucas Will Be Leaving NCT Earlier this […]
Fact Check: Is Actress Kim Tae Ri Dating A Male Non-Celebrity?
Since the beginning of 2024, there have been many surprising celebrity couple reveals, like aespa‘s Karina and actor Lee Jae Wook and the recent, yet dramatic revelation that actors Han So Hee and Ryu Jun Yeol are dating. Lee Jae Wook and aespa’s Karina With so many new couples springing up, fans are more hopeful […]
Fact Check — Did IU Date Korean Olympian Fencer’s Ex-Boyfriend?
Korean Olympic Fencer Nam Hyun Hee was recently pulled into the spotlight when her now ex-fiancé was revealed to be a scammer. Jeon Chang Jo, approached Nam Hyun Hee as a woman before later expressing that he has transitioned. Nam loved him wholeheartedly and moved into his luxury apartment. Later, it was found out that […]
Fact Check: Did Two Male “Single’s Inferno” Stars Stay At A Love Hotel Together?
Korean singles join Netflix‘s Single’s Inferno to find love, but what happens after the show ends? “Single’s Inferno 3” poster Instead of meeting their soulmate, some cast members have made new friends instead. Kim Jin Young (left) and Kim Se Jun (right) | @dex101/YouTube After Single’s Inferno 2 ended, besties Kim Jin Young (also known as DEX) and Kim […]
“Single’s Inferno 3” Contestant Hye Seon Gives Gwan Hee A Much-Needed Reality Check In The Show’s Finale
Single’s Inferno 3 contestant Hye Seon has been praised for giving Gwan Hee a much-needed and harsh “reality check” in the season finale. “Single’s Inferno” contestant Hye Seon | Netflix As soon as Hye Seon entered the island, netizens noticed chemistry with Lee Gwan Hee. Yet, he angered fans and the contestants with his indecisiveness […]
Fact Check: Are “My Demon” Co-Stars Song Kang And Kim Yoo Jung Dating?
As SBS TV‘s new K-Drama My Demon is currently ongoing, its lead actors Song Kang and Kim Yoo Jung (also romanized as Kim You Jung) have been praised for their chemistry both on and off-screen. A pitiless demon becomes powerless after getting entangled with an icy heiress, who may hold the key to his lost […]
Fact Check: Did Ice Spice Make Her K-Pop Music Show Debut?
Ice Spice‘s rap career began in 2021 but with the release of her 2022 hit song “Munch (Feelin’ U),” which went viral on TikTok, the American rapper’s career skyrocketed. She’s since collaborated with massive stars, including Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, and fellow rising star and English singer-songwriter PinkPantheress, who is known for her love of […]
Fact Check: Is SEVENTEEN Joshua’s Rumored Girlfriend Pregnant?
An Instagram post uploaded by SEVENTEEN Joshua‘s rumored girlfriend, has sparked pregnancy rumors. Joshua | Pinterest Cho Mi Young | @mi0___0/Instagram Recently, an Instagram story uploaded by model Cho Mi Young, who is rumored to be the girlfriend of Joshua, has sparked pregnancy rumors. Korean Netizens Defend SEVENTEEN Joshua’s Rumored Girlfriend Amid Alleged Pregnancy Post […]
Fact Check: Did Former ASTRO Member Rocky Shade Fantagio In His New Song?
In February of this year, Fantagio released a statement, announcing Rocky’s departure from both their company and ASTRO. Hello, this is Fantagio. First of all, we would like to thank the fans who love and support ASTRO. After holding a series of lengthy conversations with Rocky, who has been a part of ASTRO for the […]