BTS’s J-Hope recently sent fans into a frenzy when a screenshot of his text messages with singer Miguel started circulating online. In the messages, J-Hope asks for relationship advice, saying he’s been “talking to this…
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Lucas Bryant follows the daily pulse of Hallyu—from teaser timelines to award‑night highlights. Lucas drinks too much iced coffee while live‑blogging.
BLACKPINK’s Lisa Tops iTunes Charts Worldwide with ‘Alter Ego’
BLACKPINK’s Lisa has achieved massive success with her highly anticipated first full-length solo album, ‘Alter Ego’, dominating iTunes charts across the globe upon its release. The album quickly soared to the No. 1 spot on…
dearALICE Makes a Bold Entrance: SM Entertainment’s First UK Boy Group Reveals Amazing Debut MV for “Ariana”
After much anticipation, SM Entertainment’s first-ever UK-based boy group, dearALICE, has officially stepped into the spotlight with the release of their debut single “Ariana” and its mesmerizing music video. Released on February 21, the MV…
K-Pop Stars Xiumin and Exy Shine in Heo’s Diner: A Time-Traveling Romance Bringing History and Cuisine to Life
K-Drama lovers have an exciting treat coming their way as EXO’s Xiumin and Cosmic Girls’ Exy take center stage in the highly anticipated romantic comedy Heo’s Diner. Set to premiere on Netflix on March 24,…
Are K-Pop Contracts Too Restrictive? – Discussing why idols like BTS and BLACKPINK have faced contract challenges
The global success of K-Pop groups such as BTS and BLACKPINK has brought attention to the stringent contracts that govern their careers. These agreements often impose rigorous demands, leading to debates about their fairness and…
The Dark Side of K-pop Survival Shows That Fans Refuse to Acknowledge
K-pop survival shows have transformed the idol-making process, millions of fans worldwide. Produced by entertainment giants like Mnet, these competition programs pit trainees from various companies against each other, with viewers voting to decide the…
G-Dragon’s ‘Good Day’ Variety Show Accused of Nepotism in Casting Decisions
BIGBANG’s G-Dragon is making waves in the entertainment scene with the launch of his new variety program, Good Day. This innovative project features an all-star lineup, including famous celebrities like Jung Hae In, Kim Soo…
Big Planet Made Denies Rumors of Signing 5 fromis_9 Members
Big Planet Made (BPM) Entertainment has officially addressed and denied rumors regarding several members of fromis_9 joining their agency. On January 17, 2025, Korean news outlet Maeil Business reported that five of the eight members…
Cha Eun Woo Faces Backlash for Social Media Post Amid Political Unrest in South Korea
Cha Eun Woo, a popular member of the K-pop group ASTRO, has come under fire for an Instagram post that was shared amid intense political unrest in South Korea. The post, likely intended to update…