KATSEYE, formed through the HYBE x GEFFEN survival show The Debut: Dream Academy, recently began their South Korean promotions. Previously, they made their Korean music show debut on Mnet‘s M!Countdown, performing their hits “Debut” and “Touch.” Now, KATSEYE have performed on KBS Music Bank. They are continually impressing netizens with their live vocals and stage […]
NewJeans’ MV Director Reopens Iconic Ban Hee Soo Channel, Flames HYBE For Their Lies
In September 2024, a feud between Dolphiners Films and HYBE took place. Dolphiners Films and their CEO, director Shin Woo Seok, have been in charge of NewJeans‘ iconic MVs including “Ditto,” “ETA,” and more. As an extension of “Ditto,” Dolphiners Films have been operating the Ban Hee Soo YouTube channel, where they upload content for […]
KISS OF LIFE Accused Of “Leeching Off” BLACKPINK — Netizens Rush To Their Defense
Recently, KISS OF LIFE was hit with accusations of copying BLACKPINK, but netizens aren’t quite convinced. KISS OF LIFE BLACKPINK The original post compiled moments when KISS OF LIFE covered BLACKPINK songs, including their solo releases. There were multiple covers of “Whistle,” Rosé‘s “Gone,” and Lisa‘s “Money.” They also have had a focus on covering […]
The Time Controversy Erupted After Jessi And Mijoo Openly Discussed Their Periods
In an episode of Sixth Sense, one conversation went off on the wildest tangent and it has since sparked a heated debate online among Koreans. The conversation began when Yoo Jae Suk pointed out Jessi‘s backpack. “Sixth Sense” members on set. | @6_s_e_n_s_e/Instagram Asking if she’s “going to school,” Yoo Jae Suk took interest in Jessi’s […]
11 Unedited Pictures Of Female Idols That Showcase Their True Beauty
Check out these stunning idols who somehow look even more gorgeous in person than they do on the big screen! 1. Lisa (BLACKPINK) Despite the low quality photo, Lisa always has high quality visuals! 2. Irene (Red Velvet) Irene’s super cute fanservice would make anyone shy! Your browser does not support video. 3. IVE IVE’s body proportions […]
LE SSERAFIM To Get Their First Vacation Ever, A Whole Two Years After Debut
LE SSERAFIM made their debut on May 2, 2022. The girls have been working hard since then, releasing a total of seven title tracks since then. They also held their Flame Rises tour around Asia in 2023. As they pass their second anniversary in 2024, the girls will finally be getting a much-deserved break. Chaewon […]
“Slave Contract?” Controversial Girl Group Reveals The Shocking Amount Of Their Only Paycheck
The members of QWER revealed the surprising amount they got on their first paycheck. In a recent video, QWER’s shockingly luxurious living arrangements were revealed as it was shown that each member had their own apartment in a building owned by the company, each with multiple rooms for the members. [Video could not be displayed] […]
5th Gen Girl Group Gains Attention For Their Insane Face Cards
French jewelry brand Chaumet recently held an event at COEX in Seoul where high profile celebrities like Nana and SEVENTEEN‘s Joshua attended. Nana | iMBC SEVENTEEN’s Joshua | iMBC However, it was BABYMONSTER who gained traction on social media for their gorgeous looks! BABYMONSTER | iMBC The members sported classic black and white outfits that […]
GOT7’s Jackson Wang And Zac Efron Send The Internet Into Meltdown With Their Interaction
GOT7‘s Jackson Wang is again proving he’s a social butterfly! Jackson Wang Recently, Jackson Wang attended Armani Beauty Passione Party as part of the 81st Venice International Film Festival at Arsenale in Venice, Italy. He looked handsome in all-black. Also in attendance was High School Musical teen heartthrob and Hollywood actor Zac Efron. The Venice […]
KATSEYE’s Manon And Lara Hit Back At Their Viral Feud Rumors
On August 21, Netflix premiered the anticipated docuseries Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE. It follows the formation of the K-Pop-trained HYBE and Geffen Records international girl group, KATSEYE, formed through survival show The Debut: Dream Academy. KATSEYE However, the docuseries was met with mixed reactions after the introduction of Manon. Many fans jumped to her defense, claiming […]
12 Actors And Actresses Who Dramatically Upgraded Their Visuals After Shedding Weight
Korean actors usually have to have a slim figure, as the Korean entertainment industry is quite strict about weight. Some Korean actors have even gone through some drastic weight losses. Here are 12 actors whose visuals changed dramatically after losing weight. 1. Kang So Ra Before After 2. Seo In Guk Before After 3. Yoon […]
5 K-Pop Groups Who Didn’t Let The Infamous “Black Ocean” Affect Their Success
Lightsticks are an integral part of a K-Pop performance, creating pretty “oceans” of light and letting fans cheer for their idols. manifesting to the person reading this rn will be part of the purple ocean, vibe with bts and scream as loud as they can on the concert soonpic.twitter.com/utM8KxIG6A — nochu⁷ (@koomolypy) April 9, 2022 […]
Koreans Show Their Support For NMIXX After Accusations Of “Anti-Japanese Sentiments”
NMIXX recently came under fire when Japanese netizens began accusing them of anti-Japanese sentiments due to a song they sang. あんまり言及されてないの許せないので言うけどNMIXXのこの替え歌独島(竹島)ソングやばくない？歌わされてるとはいえメンバーもノリノリなの複雑すぎるだろ反日じゃないよね？まさかね… pic.twitter.com/MVbKxvKlNL — Novvy (@idg_fc_spna) August 30, 2024 I can’t stand that it’s not being mentioned much, so I’ll say it: Isn’t NMIXX’s parody song about Dokdo (Takeshima) problematic? Even though they’re being made to […]
5th-Gen K-Pop Group Unexpectedly Includes Job Applications In Their New Album
BOYNEXTDOOR are preparing for their September 9 comeback with 3rd EP 19.99. BOYNEXTDOOR 3rd EP [19.99] Preview (Nice ver. & Dangerous ver. & Twenty ver.) 🔗 https://t.co/pNGcowN2QJ 2024. 9. 9 6PM (KST)#BOYNEXTDOOR #보이넥스트도어 #BND#BOYNEXTDOOR_19_99 pic.twitter.com/RiMdKZzjF4 — BOYNEXTDOOR (@BOYNEXTDOOR_KOZ) August 29, 2024 A preview of the physical album, including its inclusions, was revealed recently. There are […]
KATSEYE Address Their Controversial Netflix Docuseries
On August 21, Netflix premiered the anticipated docuseries Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE. It follows the formation of the K-Pop-trained HYBE and Geffen Records international girl group KATSEYE. KATSEYE However, the docuseries has been met with mixed reactions after Manon was introduced. Many fans jumped to her defense, claiming she was mistreated. it’s not in this clip […]
5 Korean Celebrities Who Risked It All With Their Controversial Marriages
What are you willing to risk for love? For these five Korean celebrities, it was their careers in the entertainment business. These five faced fierce backlash when they announced their plans to tie the knot with their “controversial” partners. HyunA In July 2024, an exclusive report from YTN announced that HyunA and former HIGHLIGHT member Yong […]
Why Even S-Tier K-Pop Idols Still Live In Their Group Dorms After Reaching The Top
With the global success of K-Pop, some may find themselves scratching their heads over why groups continue to live together in dorms. Part of ASTRO’s old dorm For example, despite their huge success, Red Velvet was revealed to have moved into a different dorm five years after debuting. Seulgi had taken the smallest room, a […]
Students From Yet Another Middle School Caught Creating And Spreading Explicit Photos Of Their Classmates
Another case of middle school students using AI and deepfake technology to create and distribute inappropriate images of their peers has come to light. This time, the incident occurred in Hadong County, Gyeongnam, following a similar situation in Busan. The case involves five students from a local middle school who allegedly used deepfake technology to […]
NCT 127 Wastes No Time Passing The Mic To Their “Designated” Speaker
On August 22, the 2024 K-World Dream Awards (formerly the Soribada Best K-Music Awards) honored K-Pop artists for their achievements. Many artists gathered to celebrate and recognize K-Pop and create special memories with fans. During the blue carpet portion, idols and artists made an appearance and held a small interview with the MCs. ZEROBASEONE 2024 […]
Group’s Lightstick Banned Before Their Malaysia Concert
Last year, Korean hip-hop group Epik High shocked and amused fans with the release of their first lightstick, titled “Park Kyu Bong,” a playful pun that sounds like “F*ck You Bong” in Korean. It perfectly embodies the rebellious spirit that resonates with the group’s music and ethos. It’s even shaped like a hand giving the middle […]
Top Male Idols Go Viral For Talking About Their “Positions” In Fanfiction
While it has constantly been debated, fan fiction has remained a permanent part of fandoms. Having existed only in physical form during the time of Star Trek, fan fiction is now readily available online for those looking. Fanfiction is also easily found by those not looking for it, including those it is written about. Some […]
NMIXX Gain Attention For Their Unexpected Comments About Lip-Syncing
NMIXX has gained attention for their comments about lip-syncing. The members of NMIXX | @nmixx_official/X In a surprising new content from 1theK, NMIXX had to pick the member who was lip-syncing. [Video could not be displayed] It meant that the members had eyes on each other the whole time to see if they could see […]
10 K-Pop Idols And Celebrities That Did Not Have To Do Their Mandatory Military Service
Mandatory military service is something that fans usually fear, as it means that their favorite celebrities will be away for quite some time. EXO’s Xiumin There are a few celebrities who got exempted from military service, here are 10 of them. 1. Seo In Guk Seo In Guk originally enlisted into the military in March […]
Popular Korean Actors Who Lost Weight To Transform For Their Roles
Actors undergo physical transformations for their roles, and sometimes those transformations involve weight changes. These Korean stars went the extra mile–or ten–to lose weight for their characters. 1. Rowoon (SF9) At a press conference for the K-Drama Destined With You, Rowoon revealed how he changed his body to suit his role. Rowoon | Netflix Rowoon, […]
The Not-So-Secret Formula K-Pop Agencies Use To Determine Their Girl Group Member Ideal Weights
In Korea, there is no denying that there are strict and sometimes unrealistic expectations for beauty. In particular, the lengths and measures K-Pop agencies will go to ensure that idols have this specific look can be extreme. However, aside from a small face, pale skin, and larger eyes, one vital criterion that is expected in […]
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