On May 16, EXO member Baekhyun’s agency, INB100, was acquired by ONE HUNDRED, sparking controversy among fans and netizens. The timing of this acquisition is particularly contentious due to Baekhyun, along with fellow EXO members…
Author: Charlotte Lane
Charlotte Lane covers K‑pop culture, comeback schedules, and fan trends. When not writing, Charlotte is digging through stage cams and chart updates.
Jang Won Young of IVE Secures Victory in 100 Million Won Lawsuit against YouTuber Sojang
IVE’s Jang Won Young has emerged victorious once again in her legal battle against YouTuber Sojang. Reports on May 14 disclosed that Sojang has been prosecuted without detention for defamation and slander against Jang Won…
HYBE Enters Conglomerate Ranks, Spearheading K-Pop Expansion
The Fair Trade Commission (FTC) officially announced on May 15th that HYBE has been designated as a conglomerate with total assets exceeding 5 trillion won. Chairman Bang Si-hyuk, founder of HYBE and its largest shareholder,…
Kwon Eun Bi Is Set To Make Her Comeback In June
Kwon Eun Bi is gearing up for an anticipated summer comeback! According to a May 10 report from STARNEWS, she is in the final phases of preparing for the release of her upcoming album, scheduled…
TWICE Member’s Comical ‘Protect Kazuha’ Incident Sparks Netizen Amusement
Netizens were treated to a comical spectacle after a Japanese journalist’s eyebrow-raising tweet on May 7 stirred up a whirlwind of speculation involving a TWICE member, LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha, and a Japanese baseball player. The…
ITZY’s Ryujin Sparks Controversy with Alleged Vaping Photos in Amsterdam
ITZY’s Ryujin recently found herself at the center of online debate following her update on Bubble showcasing moments from her trip to Amsterdam, Netherlands. The focus quickly shifted from her cheerful demeanour to an object…
IVE’s Ahn Yujin’s Enchanting ‘Music Bank’ Look Sets Social Media Abuzz
The latest episode of KBS’s ‘Music Bank’ became a hot topic on social media, all thanks to IVE’s Ahn Yujin, who not only delivered a stellar performance but also left viewers mesmerized by her enchanting…
(G)I-DLE Fans Express Frustration Over Lack of Paid Communication on 6th Debut Anniversary
On May 2nd, members of (G)I-DLE marked their 6th debut anniversary by sharing personal messages and photos on their individual social media accounts. However, their actions have sparked frustration among fans due to perceived neglect…
Zico and BTS: Agency Allegations Separate from Artists’ Activities
Recent events involving Zico and BTS have brought agency-related controversies to the forefront, sparking discussions on the separation of agency actions from artists’ activities. Under HYBE’s subsidiary KOZ Entertainment, Zico’s collaboration track “SPOT!” featuring BLACKPINK’s…