Squid Game Filipino actor Christian Lagahit, also known as Player 276, sat down for an interview with Asian Boss. He opened up about the discrimination he faced as a foreigner in South Korea, including a particularly horrifying incident that occurred on a bus. Christian Lagahit | @chrisyan8/Instagram Calling the form of discrimination he experiences in […]
Japanese Adult Movie Actress Wins Award At “Korea Culture Entertainment Awards,” Sparking Anger
Japanese adult movie actress Ogura Yuna gained many fans for her cutesy face and glamorous body. She recently moved to South Korea to promote as a celebrity personality in the country. Ogura Yuna. | Enuri She first gained the attention of Korean fans through a viral YouTube feature on Tak Jae Hoon’s interview show. Viewers […]
The “Best Singer-Songwriter In Korea,” According To Bang Yedam And Lee Mujin
Bang Yedam recently made his debut as a solo artist, releasing Only One on November 23. To celebrate his solo debut and showcase his incredible vocal talents, he joined soloist Lee Mujin on his popular musical variety show, Leemujin Service. Bang Yedam | @mujin_plz/Twitter During his Leemujin Service episode, Bang Yedam opened up about the creation process […]
The TOP 25 Most-Googled Female K-Pop Idols In Korea For 2023
Based on data collected by Google Trends, it’s easy to see which K-Pop idols are getting the most interest online in Korea based on how many searches are done on them over a period of time in the country. Recently, the idols that have been searched the most in Korea for 2023 were announced, and there are […]
The TOP 25 Most-Googled Male K-Pop Idols In Korea For 2023
Based on data collected by Google Trends, it’s easy to see which K-Pop idols are getting the most interest online in Korea based on how many searches are done on them over a period of time in the country. Recently, the idols that have been searched the most in Korea for 2023 were announced, and there are […]
4th Generation Idol Goes Viral For His Appearance At “W Korea” Event
At a recent W Korea event dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness, one idol from the fourth generation of K-Pop made a lasting impression with his distinctive style and charismatic presence. Held at the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, the charity event was a gathering of influential figures from various industries, but it was the appearance of […]
Another Passenger Attempts To Open Plane Door Mid-Air During Flight To South Korea
In a startling incident, a 26-year-old woman was detained by police after she attempted to open the emergency door of a Korean Air flight en route from New York to Incheon. The arrest occurred at Incheon International Airport early Thursday morning after the flight landed. Authorities reported that the woman, who had been in New […]
BLACKPINK’s Return To Korea Sparks Concerns Amongst Netizens
BLACKPINK recently made history with a trip to London. Along with attending a special banquet at Buckingham Palace, the members received honorary MBEs and were the first K-Pop acts to do so. Your browser does not support video. Your browser does not support video. | @royalfamily/Twitter The members of BLACKPINK at Buckingham Palace | @royalfamily/Twitter […]
Korea Football Association Makes Official Statement Regarding Their Stance On Controversial Player Who Was Involved In A Sex Scandal
National player Hwang Ui Jo was embroiled in controversy earlier in 2023. In May 2023, an online source that named themselves as his ex-girlfriend posted sex tapes of Hwang and another ex-girlfriend, claiming that Hwang cheated on them. Later on, Hwang sued the source for blackmail, claiming that they were not related to him romantically. […]
The Top Three “Hottest Guys” In Korea, According To TXT’s Soobin
TXT‘s Soobin, Hueningkai, and Beomgyu were the most recent guests on the popular variety program The K-Star Next Door. During their hilariously chaotic episode, the members discussed their relationship with HYBE founder Bang Si Hyuk, the inner workings of their group dynamic, and their reputations as “hot guys.” (From left:) Jonathan Thona and TXT’s Soobin, Beomgyu, and […]
Meet The Most Badass Female Bodyguards In South Korea
Like most countries, being a bodyguard is still a very male-dominated field in South Korea. But with time, the number of women in the industry is slowly growing. However, some prominent female bodyguards in the country have gained the public’s interest and encouraged more inclusivity in the field. Here are some of the most badass […]
Tipping Culture Is Coming To Korea And People Aren’t Happy About It
A well-known custom in Korea is the way they handle tipping culture. Servers are able to earn a living wage and tipping can seem as if they don’t earn enough and must rely on charity. Korean Won | iStock London Bagel Museum is a popular cafe in Seoul that recently received backlash online for incorporating […]
ARMYs Believe They Know The Real Reason BTS’s V Didn’t Attend Suga’s “D-Day” Concerts In Korea
In August, BTS‘s Suga captured the hearts of fans when he performed his final D-DAY Encore shows in Korea. BTS’s Suga | @agustd/Instagram Throughout the shows, there were plenty of cameos from the members, including BTS’s Jin and J-Hope in the audience and performances from RM, Jungkook, and Jimin. BTS’s Suga with Jin and J-Hope | […]
Where Is She Now? The MAXIM Korea Model Called “Ugly” And “Fat” No Matter How She Looked
MAXIM is a magazine brand known for featuring beautiful and sexy women on its pages. While the brand began in the United Kingdom, it has expanded to over 20 other countries worldwide, including Korea. | MAXIM Korea During 2018 and 2019, a model received much attention for her visuals in her photo shoots, even placing second […]
For The First Time In History, A Female Idol Is Gracing The Cover Of Esquire Korea
K-Pop stars are no strangers to breaking boundaries and setting new standards, and the latest breakthrough is one for the fashion history books. For the very first time in the storied legacy of Esquire Korea, a female idol is gracing its cover. And it’s not just any idol. Esquire Korea’s August cover was BTS’s J-Hope. The […]
Aespa Winter’s “11” Abs And Slender Waist Are The Envy Of Women Across Korea
Aespa‘s Winter‘s slim physique has not gone unnoticed, and many are claiming that it’s just another reason she’s “born to be an idol!” Your browser does not support video. Netizens have noticed her slim body line is apparent even during dance practices… Winter, Giselle, and Karina | aespa/YouTube …as well as performances on stage. Your browser […]
Rapper Latto’s Racist Tweets Are Quickly Going Viral In Korea — Netizens React
Korean netizens reacted in anger to American rapper Latto‘s racist tweets. Latto | Billboard On July 26, an online post titled “Billboard Rookie Latto Is Deleting Past Racist Tweets” went viral. In the post, a netizen uploaded past tweets in which Latto used offensive and explicitly racist rhetoric against Asians. The tweets had previously gone […]
South Korea Tunnel Flood: Truck Driver Becomes A Hero After Saving 3 Lives
Even as his own life hung in the balance, one brave soul reached out to aid others during the devastating flash flooding of an underpass in Cheongju, South Korea. A truck driver — who happened to be crossing the tunnel during the unfortunate mishap — was able to save not only his own life but […]
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 […]
DRIPPIN To Hold First Official Fan Meeting In Korea
K-Pop idol group DRIPPIN announced they would hold their first fan meeting in Korea. According to the poster, the meeting will be held on July 2 at the YES24 LIVE HALL. [?] DRIPPIN 1st FANMEETING <여름날의 꿈> 선예매 인증 안내 지금부터 팬클럽 선예매 인증이 시작됩니다❗위버스를 통해 선예매 신청에 동의하신 드리밍은예스24를 통해 꼭 선예매 인증을 거쳐주세요? […]
BTS’s Jungkook Keeps His Promise After Arriving Back In Korea Ahead Of J-Hope’s Enlistment
BTS‘s Jungkook recently became a hot topic after arriving back in Korea after his overseas schedule in America. BTS’s Jungkook | @jungkook.97/Instagram During his time in America, Jungkook was definitely making the most of his opportunities, whether it was working with producers and artists for his possible album or attending Coachella. Jungkook in LA with Bang Si […]
TXT’s Taehyun Is Spotted At A Nightclub In Korea… But All Anyone Can Talk About Is The “Club”
TXT‘s Taehyun recently became a hot topic after videos of the idol at a club started circulating online. TXT’s Taehyun | @TXT_members/Twitter On March 12 (KST), a video was shared on social media that caught the attention of fans worldwide. In the video, an OP had posted a video that was allegedly Taehyun in a club dancing […]
BLACKPINK’s Rosé And Jennie Are Spotted Attending “Bestie” Harry Styles’ Concert In Korea
Although BLACKPINK might be the biggest girl group in the world, it doesn’t stop the members from being fans of their own favorite musicians. Recently, Rosé and Jennie gained attention after attending a concert by a famous singer. BLACKPINK’s Rosé | @roses_are_rosie/Instagram BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @Jennierubyjane/Instagram While more Western artists have been coming to Korea, one star […]
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?” […]
The 2022 Annual MelOn Chart Is Out — Here Are The Top 50 Songs Of The Past Year In South Korea
The MelOn music chart is one of the best ways to see which songs are trending among the South Korean population at any given time. Recently, the chart released the country’s biggest songs for all of 2022! While there are some K-Pop songs on the list, there are a lot of non-“mainstream” songs as well, and […]