Controversy Surrounds 'RIIZE is Seven' Chant at Fancon — Korean Netizens React
An unexpected controversy has unfolded in the RIIZE fandom, as Mexican fans' actions at a recent Fancon event have triggered contrasting reactions…
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Backlash Against Fan After IVE's Jang Wonyoung Utters Inappropriate Phrase
A Chinese fan of IVE's Jang Wonyoung is facing severe criticism after sharing a video where the idol unwittingly repeated a derogatory…
Fans Crossing the Line: K-pop Star Recounts Tour Harassment
3rd Generation K-pop boy group OnlyOneOf recently faced troubling incidents during their 2024 world tour, particularly in South America, where certain fans…
Nayeon of TWICE Reveals Star-studded Line-up for Solo Comeback
As the clock struck midnight on May 16 (KST), JYP Entertainment made a splash by releasing the tracklist and promotional schedule for…
ILLIT's Wonhee Faces Backlash for Reporting Hate Comments
Fans express concern for ILLIT member Wonhee after she silently reports hate comments during a livestream on May 14, 2024. Throughout the…
Man Jailed for Posing as BTS Members in Music Scam
In a recent ruling, the Seoul Central District Court’s Criminal Appeal Division upheld a one-year prison sentence for a 29-year-old man, identified…
Investigation Urged by HYBE Amid Allegations of ADOR Stock Manipulation
On May 14th, HYBE announced plans to petition the Financial Supervisory Service for an investigation into ADOR executives, focusing on allegations of…
Dance Plagiarism Controversy: NewJeans vs. ILLIT and a Hint of BLACKPINK's Influence
The ongoing feud between NewJeans’ choreographers and ILLIT over plagiarism accusations has taken an intriguing turn, with fresh allegations now linking NewJeans’…
BIBI's Kiss to a Fan at 'Head In The Clouds' Festival Sparks Fan Frenzy
BIBI, the dynamic soloist, stole the show at 88rising's "Head In The Clouds" festival with not just her electrifying performance but also…
NewJeans To Provide Official Audio Guide Narration in Korean for Esteemed British Museum
In a delightful fusion of cultural exchange and artistic collaboration, NewJeans, the renowned K-Pop girl group under the management of ADOR, has…