The conflict between HYBE and CEO Min Hee-jin of NewJeans has reached a critical juncture, raising fears over the potential loss of NewJeans’ unique identity in K-pop. The dispute erupted following HYBE’s audit against CEO…
Category: Groups
Minor Fire on Set of aespa’s “M Countdown” Pre-Recording Causes Brief Evacuation
During the pre-recording for “M Countdown” on May 16, a small fire erupted on aespa’s set. Mnet confirmed that the fire, sparked by an incident on the set, was swiftly noticed and put out. There…
Choreographers from NewJeans Speak Out Against Accusations of Plagiarism
Choreographers from NewJeans, under ADOR Entertainment, have publicly expressed frustration over allegations that ILLIT, a girl group, has been copying their choreographies. Kim Eun-joo, responsible for choreographing “Attention” and “Hype Boy”, took to her social…
Uncredited Moves: ILLIT Under Fire for Choreography Borrowings, Past and Present
On May 14, a resurfaced controversy surfaced previous accusations of choreography plagiarism directed towards ILLIT, shedding light on a pattern of alleged artistic appropriation. The topic emerged with choreographer Kelly Sweeney’s Instagram post from three…
BLACKPINK Releases Augmented Reality Digital Collectibles on VeVe Platform
BLACKPINK fans around the world have a thrilling new way to connect with their favorite K-pop group through groundbreaking digital collectibles on VeVe, announced by YG Entertainment on May 14. Starting May 22, BLACKPINK’s first-ever…
ZEROBASEONE’s “You had me at HELLO” Makes Global Impact
ZEROBASEONE’s comeback with its mini-album “You Had Me at HELLO” and its title track “Feel the POP” has garnered immense success. Released on May 13 at 6 p.m. KST, the album quickly made waves, topping…
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 lent their voices to the Korean Gallery housed within the prestigious British Museum.…
BLACKPINK’s Rosé Reflects on Cherished Coachella Performances
BLACKPINK’s Rosé recently opened up about her profound attachment to her Coachella performances, highlighting them as unforgettable milestones in her career. In a recent interview alongside F1 racer Lewis Hamilton, Rosé expressed her admiration for…
The Dilemma of K-Pop Audition Programs, High Investments, Low Returns
K-pop audition programs backed by broadcasting giants face skepticism as they struggle to generate substantial viewership despite significant investments. These ventures, costing billions of won, aim to produce new K-pop groups, but their outcomes often…