HYBE is claiming they had nothing to do with Min Hee Jin‘s firing. Min Hee Jin | Hankook Kyungjae On September 13, HYBE responded to Min Hee Jin’s injunction. The founder of ADOR filed a lawsuit against the company, citing court orders instructing HYBE to guarantee Min Hee Jin a 5-year term as per their […]
BLACKPINK Lisa’s “2024 VMAs” Performance Dubbed “Worst” In Vicious Media Reviews
BLACKPINK Lisa‘s recent 2024 VMAs performance hit with vicious reviews by media outlets. BLACKPINK’s Lisa | @lalalalisa_m/Instagram On September 11 (local time), Lisa attended the VMAs. | @lalalalisa_m/Instagram | @lalalalisa_m/Instagram The idol performed a mashup of her tracks “New Woman” and “Rockstar.” [Video could not be displayed] [Video could not be displayed] [Video could not be displayed] […]
Actor’s Social Media Updates Spark Dating Rumors With 8-Years Younger Woman
Actor Jung Gun Joo is suspected of being in a relationship after multiple Instagram updates. Jung Gun Joo Jung Gun Joo began his career in 2017, signing with JYP Entertainment and appearing in Day6’s music video for “I Like You.” Since then, the 95-liner actor has appeared in multiple web and TV dramas, including Extraordinary […]
Alarming Trend Of Fake “Nth Room” Lists Featuring K-Pop Idols Takes Over Social Media
Currently, in Korea, there is a new ongoing case of alleged sex crimes that has been collectively called “The New Nth Room,” consisting of different Telegram-based chatrooms with two different purposes. Massive chatrooms with the intention of humiliating women, sometimes even family members, were first brought to attention, with school chatrooms used for sending sexual […]
Actor Jung Hae In Gains Attention For His Social Media Activity Relating To Co-Star Jung So Min
Jung Hae In‘s social media activity related to Love Next Door co-star Jung So Min has caught the attention of netizens. Jung So Min and Jung Hae In | tvN Since the show started airing, netizens have been obsessed with the chemistry between the duo. god-tier chemistry on and off screen brought to you by jung haein […]
3+ Korean Stars That Have Been Dubbed As “Little Jennie” By Korean Media
BLACKPINK‘s Jennie has undoubtedly made a lasting impact on the K-pop industry, with her distinctive style, charisma, and talent influencing a new generation of idols. Proof of her influence is evident in the number of rising stars who have been dubbed “Little Jennie” by Korean media outlets. These young talents have captured the public’s attention […]
ARMYs Question Korean Media And Police’s Possible Regulation Flouting In BTS Suga’s DUI Investigation
This article is part of our coverage of BTS Suga’s DUI Case. You can read more and view the entire timeline here. On August 23, KST, BTS member Suga appeared at the Yongsan Police Station for questioning in relation to his recent drunk-driving incident. The rapper was previously caught driving an electric scooter while drunk […]
BTS’s Suga Speaks To Media At Police Station About His Drunk Driving Incident
This article is part of our coverage of BTS Suga’s DUI Case. You can read more and view the entire timeline here. BTS‘s Suga was previously caught drunk driving an electric scooter on August 6, 2024. He was reported to have been found by the police after falling in front of Nine One Hannam, a […]
Idol-Turned-Actress Publicly “Disrespected” By Netflix Korea’s Social Media
In celebration of JTBC‘s K-Drama My Sweet Mobster premiering on Netflix, Netflix Korea’s social media @netflixkr shared a short clip capturing the leads, Um Tae Goo and SECRET member-turned-actress Han Sunhwa (or Han Seon Hwa). “My Sweet Mobster” | IMDb In the clip, the female lead character, Eun Ha, bombards the male lead character, Ji Hwan, with aegyo. While the post, […]
LE SSERAFIM Reopens Social Media Comment Sections
Previously, LE SSERAFIM turned off the comment section on all their social media accounts. This appeared to be a response to the increased hate the members were facing. LE SSERAFIM | Source Music Now, after several weeks, the comment sections have returned for their newest posts. LE SSERAFIM just announced their comeback after six months […]
3 Times Western Media Blatantly Disrespected Girls’ Generation
As one of the first K-Pop girl groups to achieve worldwide fame, Girls’ Generation is respected by fans, fellow artists, and music critics all around the world. Girls’ Generation | Billboard However, as one of the first girl groups to become a household name worldwide, Girls’ Generation was also subjected to having their message misunderstood, […]
Team USA Kassidy Cook Unexpectedly Goes Viral On Chinese Social Media
Currently, The Olympic Games Paris 2024 is ongoing. Team USA diver Kassidy Cook is not only winning medals but going viral internationally. The dive that made Sarah Bacon and Kassidy Cook #ParisOlympics silver medalists! 🥈 pic.twitter.com/wmLmT2fX9d — NBC Olympics & Paralympics (@NBCOlympics) July 27, 2024 While she and her teammate, Sarah Bacon, won silver, Team […]
Shakatak’s Social Media Gets Flooded With Hate Over NewJeans’ Plagiarism Accusation
The latest development in the Shakatak vs. NewJeans plagiarism accusation is not sitting well with the K-Pop girl group’s fans, it seems. UK Band Responds To ADOR’s Denial Of Plagiarism Accusations In response to the UK-based band’s recent tweet revealing that a musicologist has been hired to investigate the usage of “Easier Said Than Done” […]
TWICE Sana’s Goddess-Like Visuals Are Going Viral On Social Media
On July 17, TWICE dropped their fifth full-length Japanese album, DIVE. With a title track of the same name, the album includes ten songs in total, and has already been well-received by fans. In the lead-up to the album’s release, JYP Entertainment released tons of gorgeous teaser images of the members. TWICE JAPAN 5th ALBUM『DIVE』2024.07.17 Release 🫧 SANAhttps://t.co/7toUdZIBY3#TWICE […]
Actor Jung Hae In’s Recent Social Media Activity Related To BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Is Criticized
Actor Jung Hae In has received mixed reactions after his recent social media activity linked to BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo. Jung Hae In and Jisoo for “Snowdrop” | JTBC When they both starred in Snowdrop, netizens loved the friendship and chemistry between Jisoo and Jung Hae In, whether it was for press conferences or interviews, and after […]
Actress Seo Ye Ji Makes Rare Social Media Update, Interacting With Fans
Actress Seo Ye Ji (also romanized as Seo Yea Ji) made a rare update via her fan cafe. Seo Ye Ji Seo Ye Ji made her acting comeback with tvN‘s 2022 K-Drama Eve following her multiple scandals after being accused of school bullying, gaslighting fellow actor and former partner Kim Jung Hyun, and allegedly abusing […]
Japan’s Most Notorious Murder Case Resurfaces Amid “Man Vs Bear” Debate On Social Media
Recently, a question on social media has sparked numerous debates despite its initial ridiculous first impression — man vs bear. The question is directed towards women, questioning if they would rather be alone in a forest with a man or a bear. Women and non-men have overwhelmingly chosen bear and, when met with opposition, used […]
Controversial Former T-ARA’s Areum Reactivates Her Social Media Following Temporary Hiatus
Throughout March this year, former T-ARA member Areum found herself in the headlines after she shared accusations of abuse by her ex-husband against herself and her children. She shared in detail the ways in which he abused her, even sharing pictures of the injuries she said that he gave her. Then, on March 26, Areum was hospitalized […]
“Black Propaganda” — Min Hee Jin Claims That HYBE Is “Trying To Destroy Her” Using Media Play
On April 26, 2024, ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin recently gave an interview as a follow-up to her press conference the day before. In the interview, she delves deeper into why she believes HYBE is hosting a media play war against her. Min Hee Jin claims that HYBE is trying to set up a ”black […]
THE BOYZ’ “Dating” Reveal Is Going Viral On Social Media — Giving Dispatch A Run For Their Money
When it comes to dating in the Korean entertainment industry, Dispatch is known for its bold reveals through photos of the hottest stars connecting them together. Lee Do Hyun and Lim Ji Yeon dating photos Lee Jong Suk and IU “couple items” for the reveal Ahn Bo Hyun and BLACKPINK Jisoo pictures for dating reveal […]
Netizens Accuse LE SSERAFIM And HYBE Of Media Play After Second Weekend For “Coachella 2024”
LE SSERAFIM just finished their second weekend at Coachella 2024. Although they showcased a more stable performance, many were quick to hit the group with various criticism. 코첼라 … pic.twitter.com/5JnYoluobO — 공책 (@boktanzra) April 21, 2024 Some accused them of lipsyncing, turning up their AR backtrack too high. “Turned Coachella Into Music Bank” — Korean […]
LE SSERAFIM’s “Coachella” Controversy Has An Unforeseen Effect On Their Social Media Accounts
On April 13, LE SSERAFIM made their Coachella debut, performing on the festival’s second night. LE SSERAFIM | @le_sserafim/X Since then, the group has received massive criticism regarding their performance and live vocal skills. The criticism only seemed to increase and widen its target range as time passed, as netizens had less than favorable reactions to […]
Korean Media Reports On Upcoming Trainee Lineup For FIFTY FIFTY’s Relaunch
It was previously reported that FIFTY FIFTY would be relaunched after a search for new members. “FIFTY FIFTY 2.0” was to be formed around the last existing member of the original lineup, Keena. Auditions were held globally, with no expense spared to look for the perfect group of trainees to succeed FIFTY FIFTY’s previous success. […]
HYBE’s Intense Security Protocols Are Revealed By Social Media Influencer Who Reunites With LE SSERAFIM
When it comes to K-Pop company security, none is more well-known than HYBE. SEVENTEEN‘s Jeonghan, Jessi, and many more have shared the strict security system the building has in place. [Video could not be displayed] [Video could not be displayed] Recently, well-known influencers HJ Evelyn and her sister Erica created some content with HYBE’s LE […]
5 Times Japanese Media Exposed K-Pop Idols’ Private Lives
“K-Pop” and the South Korean news outlet Dispatch go hand in hand when it comes to breaking news and dating announcements. Japanese media, however, has also been known to spill the tea on what is (supposedly) happening in K-Pop stars’ private lives. 1. LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha and &TEAM K’s Alleged Relationship At the beginning of April 2024, […]