Luxury brand Prada just name aespa‘s Karina as the newest global ambassador. Karina (aespa) | Prada With her chic and classy aura, she joins a list of Korean celebrity global ambassadors who also embody the designer brand’s image. | Prada There are various actors and actresses, including Song Kang… | ELLE …and Kim Tae Ri. […]
Popular Global Singer’s Personally Signed TWICE Album Found Sold On eBay
Netizens were shocked after a global singer’s personally signed TWICE album was found sold online. The members of TWICE | @JYPETWICE_JAPAN/Twitter In 2019, TWICE released their track “GIRLS LIKE US” from the album FANCY YOU, and it’s definitely an underrated bop. Yet, many netizens don’t realize that Charlie XCX actually helped to write the song. Charlie […]
Global Cyber University Takes Legal Action Regarding Cult Association, Netizens React
Recently, HYBE and BTS faced claims of being associated with a cult known as Dahn World. Online posts suggest that HYBE artists are indirectly promoting this cult through their music. Dahn World’s official Naver Cafe | Naver Cafe The founder of Dahn World, Ilchi Lee, also founded Global Cyber University (GCU), which six of the […]
4th Gen K-Pop Idol Praised Amidst Global Starbucks Boycott
A 4th Gen K-Pop idol is being praised for boycotting Starbucks. Since October, the death toll in the Gaza Strip has reportedly surpassed 33,400 due to Israeli attacks. The surviving Palestinians in Gaza are struggling to survive as over 75K are injured, starving, displaced, and lost homes, family, and friends. Around 1 in every 25 […]
K-Pop Fan Goes Viral After Setting Up A Job For Her Idols With A Global Brand
A K-Pop fan went viral after sharing that she worked hard for two years to set up a job opportunity for her idols. She even personally provided them with updates throughout the process! Post by @wolimlife View on Threads The fan, who works at an advertising agency, first explained what was happening in the video. […]
ILLIT Becomes First K-Pop Girl Group To Have A Debut Song Enter Global Spotify Chart On Day One
Though ILLIT debuted just yesterday with the album SUPER REAL ME and title track “Magnetic”, they’re already off to a promising start in the K-Pop industry! ILLIT | HYBE Labels There was a lot of anticipation for the group’s debut after the members were chosen from survival show R U Next?, and previews for “Magnetic” started to spread […]
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 […]
Netizens Spot Something Different About aespa Ningning’s Sexy Dress At “2023 Music Bank Global Festival”
On December 15, K-Pop’s hottest stars attended the 2023 Music Bank Global Festival in style. | KBS Among them was aespa, dressed in elegant black dresses of varying styles and lengths. aespa Ningning‘s Versace x Dua Lipa Medusa Cut-Out Gown was especially eye-catching, going beyond the traditional design of most formal dresses. From the front, Ningning’s dress […]
RIIZE And aespa’s Collaboration At The “2023 Music Bank Global Festival” Is Disappointing For Some
End-of-year music festivals are an anticipated time for K-Pop fans. In addition to grand and elaborate performances of their own songs, groups will collaborate for special stages. 10+ Epic Idol Collaboration Stages That Will Make Your Jaw Drop This year, broadcast station KBS changed the format of their end-of-year festival. Usually known as KBS Gayo Daechukje, the […]
Androgynous 21-Year-Old Korean Model Debuts And Sweeps The 4 Biggest Global Fashion Weeks
Korean model Yu Ha Min is making waves globally at only 21 years old! Yu Ha Min | @yuhamln/Instagram Starting in June as a Prada model during fashion week, he’s become one of the most seen Asian model in the most recent fashion week. Netizens are falling for his unique and androgynous charm in his Instagram […]
Korean Future Assets Firm Ranks The Global Power Of Each Of HYBE Labels’ Groups
A capital asset company in South Korea, Mirae Asset Securities, recently released a market report based on the global performance of the artists under the Big 4 companies. This covered SM Entertainment, JYP Entertainment, HYBE, and YG Entertainment. Here’s a look at the power ranking of the artists in HYBE. This covers all the artists […]
What Is K-Pop’s Next Step In The Global Market? Crossroad Between Expansion And Stagnation
The news of K-pop artists’ successive awards at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) brought domestic fans and the public joy. Now, BTS‘s youngest member, Jungkook, who is becoming a global solo pop star, is at the forefront, with Stray Kids and NewJeans standing next to him, and the presence of BLACKPINK and the achievements of […]
Collabs Are Rapidly Emerging As The Winning Strategy For Global K-Pop Success
It will not be long before K-pop takes over the collaboration category at global pop music award ceremonies. Collaborations with overseas artists are rapidly emerging as the new trend for a winning strategy for K-Pop Global 2.0. This win-win-based collaboration system is expected to accelerate further as it is a cross-section of K-Pop’s global status […]
Netizens Praise South African Actress Nomzamo Mbatha For Her Actions Toward BTS’s Jungkook At The “2023 Global Citizen Festival”
The 2023 Global Citizen Festival took place in New York City’s Central Park last night, with captivating performances from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ms. Lauryn Hill, BTS‘s Jungkook, Anitta, Conan Gray, D-Nice, Sofia Carson, and Stray Kids‘ 3RACHA. | @glblctzn/Instagram BTS’s Jungkook was confirmed as a co-headliner for the festival earlier this month and turned the […]
B.I Unveils Official Track List For Global EP “Love or Loved Part.2”
Solo artist B.I recently dropped the song title poster and track list for his upcoming global EP, Love or Loved Part.2. According to the track list, the EP contains five songs, including the title song, “Loved.” B.I GLOBAL EP<Love or Loved Part.2> TRACKLIST POSTER ?PRE-RELEASE SINGLE9.29 1PM (KST) / 9.29 0AM (ET) / 9.28 9PM […]
Netflix Commits To $2.5 Billion Investment In Korea, Reinforcing Global Trust In K-Content
Netflix co-CEO, Ted Sarandos, has unveiled an ambitious investment plan for South Korea, set to unfold over the next four years. This groundbreaking announcement was made during a recent press conference in Seoul, highlighting the streaming giant’s commitment to nurturing and leveraging the immense creative talent in Korea. “Squid Game” | Netflix “It’s been an […]
BTS’s V Breaks The Internet After The Reveal Of His “ELLE Korea” Covers And New Status As CELINE’s Global Ambassador
BTS‘s V broke the internet on March 10 when ELLE Korea announced that the BTS member would be the next cover model for their April 2023 issue. BTS’s V | BIGHIT MUSIC ELLE Korea posted a cryptic tweet, teasing fans by asking, “who will be the cover model of the April issue of ELLE Korea?” […]
BTS’s V Proves His Global Influence By Making The Most Unexpected Item Sell Out — From A Single Instagram Post
When it comes to idols with global influence, none can compare to the members of BTS. Over the years, they have showcased their popularity with fans worldwide. In particular, they have the nickname “Sold Out Kings” for their ability to make products sell out by just using them. One member who recently gained attention for […]
8 Luxury Brands Sent BLACKPINK Congratulatory Gifts For Their Comeback, Proving Their Global Impact
BLACKPINK continues to prove why Time Magazine named them “the biggest girl group in the world.” (From left to right) BLACKPINK’s Lisa, Jisoo, Jennie, and Rosé | @Jeff__Benjamin/Twitter Their new single, “Pink Venom,” was just released, and fans love the gorgeous music video, designer fashion, and outstanding performances by the group members. Your browser does […]