RIIZE is set for a packed summer season with major releases on the horizon. At midnight KST on May 20, RIIZE excitedly revealed their ambitious plans for an upcoming comeback and a much-anticipated Japanese debut.…
Category: Debuts
Chart-Topping Hits, SEVENTEEN Leads Physical Albums, Lim Young Woong Sweeps Digital
Circle Chart, previously known as Gaon Chart, has disclosed its rankings for the week spanning May 5 to 11, showcasing the latest trends in the K-pop industry. SEVENTEEN maintains its stronghold atop the physical album…
Controversy Erupts as Luxury Brand Deal Sparks Rift Between K-Pop Labels
In a known industry controversy, Min Hee Jin has publicly accused LE SSERAFIM of unfairly acquiring a luxury brand deal initially intended for NewJeans, a rising group under her agency, ADOR. On March 17, 2024,…
LE SSERAFIM Plagiarism: Min Hee-jin Claims HYBE Paid to Settle
In a statement on May 17, ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin accused HYBE of addressing plagiarism issues involving LE SSERAFIM by paying off foreign producers. Min stated, “Not only ILLIT but also LE SSERAFIM have faced…
‘Super Shy’ Director Calls Out HYBE Over Min Hee-jin Feud
On May 18th, Director Shin, the mastermind behind NewJeans’ ‘Super Shy’ music video, voiced his concerns on Instagram regarding the ongoing conflict between HYBE and CEO Min Hee-jin. Shin criticized HYBE’s approach, saying, “Should I…
Min Hee-jin Gains NewJeans’ Support in Legal Battle
NewJeans members Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein have taken a significant step by submitting a petition to the court on May 17th. This move came during the hearing for the injunction request filed by…
Ningning’s Visuals Shine in aespa’s “Supernova” Stage
aespa’s member Ningning has become the talk of the town following the group’s performance of “Supernova” on “M! Countdown.” Korean netizens are raving about her stunning visuals, with many claiming she has entered her “legendary…
HYBE Controversy, Allegations of Manipulation in ILLIT Livestream
In a dramatic turn of events, the narrative surrounding ILLIT’s Wonhee has shifted from sympathy to suspicion among Korean netizens. What began as a wave of support in response to hate comments has now transformed…
Tiffany’s Near Miss, How She Almost Didn’t Debut with Girls’ Generation
Tiffany, a member of Girls’ Generation, recently disclosed that she nearly missed out on debuting with the renowned girl group, but her path was altered unexpectedly with the intervention of a prominent figure in the…