A video of ENHYPEN Jungwon‘s interaction with a fan is going viral, but for all the wrong reasons. ENHYPEN’s Jungwon | @enhypen/Instagram A video from a recent fansign has gained attention when a fan turned up wearing a blue dress and veil, seemingly resembling a wedding outfit. [Video could not be displayed] [Video could not […]
ASTRO Cha Eunwoo’s Baseball Pitch Goes Viral For All The Right Reasons
ASTRO‘s Cha Eunwoo has once again captured the hearts of fans and netizens — this time, on a baseball field. On August 11, during the 2024 Shinhan SOL Bank KBO League, Cha Eunwoo made a special appearance at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul. The event marked the final game in a three-match series between LG […]
Aespa’s Karina Skips Concert Due To Health Reasons
Due to health concerns, Karina will be sitting out aespa‘s concert in Japan on July 28. aespa’s concert dates | @aespa_official/X On the afternoon of July 28, SM Entertainment officially announced Karin’s condition on aespa’s social media accounts. 항상 에스파를 응원해주셔서 진심으로 감사드립니다. 7월 28일(일)에 Asue 아레나 오사카에서 개최되는 「2024 aespa LIVE TOUR -SYNK : […]
5 Reasons Why Bang Si Hyuk Is Enemy #1 Right Now
Recently, HYBE founder and current chairman Bang Si Hyuk‘s public image has taken a nosedive. However, there are several reasons for this occurring, some going back further than any current issues. Bang Si Hyuk | HYBE 1. “Crush aespa” Comment While public opinion on the feud has continually shifted, many have been left with negative […]
SEVENTEEN’s Woozi Reveals The Reasons Behind Doing Tours In The Same Places — Despite Desires To See All CARATs
Since debuting, SEVENTEEN have performed to millions of fans across the world. SEVENTEEN | @pledis_17/Twitter Yet, while SEVENTEEN has traveled and toured in many countries, netizens have pointed out the numerous places the group hasn’t performed in, such as Europe and places in South Asia and South America. Even within Korea, SEVENTEEN tend to perform […]
Third-Generation Idol’s Reasons For Not Promoting On Music Shows Reveals The Huge Costs For The Performances
Music shows are a staple part of K-Pop. When a group or artist makes a comeback, they will most likely perform it on one or more of the weekly shows. BTS’s music promotions for “M Countdown” in 2022 | Mnet BLACKPINK’s “Shut Down” promotions on “Inkigayo” | @sbskpop/Twitter SEVENTEEN’s “Inkigayo” performance photo for “MAESTRO” | […]
5 Reasons Why HYBE Is Public Enemy #1 Right Now
HYBE Labels, the K-Pop powerhouse that began as the humble agency BIGHIT Entertainment, is coming under fire in 2024 for more reasons than one. 1. HYBE’s Feud with ADOR HYBE is locked in a very public power struggle with its independent label, ADOR. ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin has been accused of trying to usurp management […]
One Part Of IVE’s “HEYA” Choreography Is Going Viral… For All The Wrong Reasons
IVE‘s latest comeback with I’ve Switch and its title track “HEYA” has been getting some mixed reactions for different reasons. While their vocals, like always, aren’t failing to impress, the choreography for the song has been getting more mixed opinions. IVE | Starship Entertainment Recently, the group performed “HEYA” on Studio Choom. Their styling in the video, […]
6 Reasons K-Pop Fans Take A Step Back From The Fandom
Recently, K-Pop fans shared the top reasons they take a break from being a fan of the genre. Check out some of the different answers that people involved in the fandom shared below. [Video could not be displayed] BTS 1. There are too many releases and too much content to keep up with. Sometimes, there’s […]
LE SSERAFIM’s Eunchae Cancels Schedule For Health Reasons
On April 5, LE SSERAFIM‘s agency, Source Music, announced that Eunchae will not be able to participate in her upcoming schedule due to her health condition. LE SSERAFIM’s Eunchae hosting “Music Bank” | @le_sserafim/Twitter “Hello. This is SOURCE MUSIC. We would like to update you on the health and upcoming schedule of HONG EUNCHAE of […]
4th Gen Idol’s Baseball Pitch Goes Viral For All The Wrong Reasons
One of baseball’s biggest traditions is having a special guest throw the game’s first pitch. This is always symbolic and done almost everywhere the sport is played, with guests sometimes going viral for their appearances. Recently, CIX member BX attended a baseball game, where he threw the first pitch. CIX’s BX | C9 Entertainment BX […]
Stray Kids Merchandise Gets Pulled For “Political Reasons”
A company deleted a post relating to the release of Stray Kids merchandise, citing “political reasons.” The company in question is Photoism, a self-photo service well-known among K-Pop fans for its official collaborations with idols. On March 6, Photoism posted a teaser for a new collaboration on its official Korean social media accounts. pic.twitter.com/WuGvU4AYkh — […]
Netizens Think NewJeans’s Latest Brand Deal Is “Inappropriate” For Vastly Different Reasons
As one of the most popular fourth-generation groups, NewJeans are in high demand and have many brand deals under their belts. NewJeans | Coca-Cola | Levi’s | Apple Recently, NewJeans were announced to be appearing in the upcoming edition of Marie Claire Korea in a special collaboration with Canadian outdoor brand Moose Knuckle. Each of […]
5 Reasons Why ENGENE Are So Protective Of ENHYPEN
Since their debut, ENHYPEN have dominated the music world with their talents. Between now and then, many moments have shown how important ENGENE are to the group, and vice versa, making fans very protective of them. Here are five of those moments. 1. Survival Show Beginnings ENHYPEN debuted in 2020 following the survival competition show I-LAND. […]
5 K-Pop Groups Who Disbanded For The Strangest Reasons
When K-Pop groups disband, most of the time it’s due to the members’ contract ending. However, some K-Pop groups end up disbanding due to some bizarre reasons. Here’s a list of some K-Pop groups who disbanded for strange reasons. 1. Triple H Triple H was a group comprised of members HyunA, former PENTAGON member Dawn, […]
Alleged Hacker Releases Statement On The Reasons Behind Their Actions After Hacking IVE Jang Wonyoung’s Instagram Account
Recently, the internet was rocked after famous Korean stars had their Instagram accounts hacked. Earlier in the week, netizens noticed that it had happened to actor Lee Do Hyun. Actor Lee Do Hyun | @ldh_sky/Instagram On Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at 1 AM (KST), Lee Do Hyun’s Instagram appeared to have been hacked as his original uploads […]
Netizens Praise K-Drama “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” Kiss Scene For Many Reasons
Our ship has officially set sail! Since Episode 1 of ENA‘s K-Drama Extraordinary Attorney Woo, we have been shipping attorney Woo Young Woo (Park Eun Bin) and her coworker Lee Jun Ho (Kang Tae Oh). ‘What if you think of it as dancing the waltz? It’s easy to go through it if you get into […]
K-Drama “Sh**ting Stars” Just Premiered But Is Already Facing Criticism For Two Major Reasons
TvN’s new K-Drama Sh**ting Stars just premiered over the weekend. Yet, it is already facing major criticism from viewers. Lee Sung Kyung (left) and Kim Young Dae (right) in Sh**ting Stars poster. Sh**ting Stars (also known as Shooting Stars) has been one of the most anticipated K-Dramas for April. Everyone was excited to see the all-star cast, […]