Jisoo, Jennie of Blackpink ready for new solo chapters
Jisoo's first dive into the world of cinema will be in “Omniscient Reader.” The film is based on a Korean web novel of the same title that has recorded 200 million views so…
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Fans upset with decision to push ahead with K-pop concert in Japan
The concert was held at the Vantelin Dome Nagoya in Nagoya, Japan, which is around 250 kilometers away from Ishikawa prefecture where the earthquake occurred Monday.
‘Excessive’ police questioning over celebrities’ alleged drug use comes under fire
Lee’s attorney had said last week that any further questioning should be conducted privately, as the actor felt "pressured" by having to show up in front of cameras for police…
Easy listening, new trending genre in K-pop
Releasing a single of this genre was one of the key factors in girl group Fifty Fifty's record-breaking feats on the biggest music charts in the West, the US-based Billboard and…
Return of K-pop veterans stirs up nostalgia
That includes the so-called "second-generation" boy groups, those who debuted between 2003 and 2011, such as legends SHINee, Ukiss, Infinite, Teen Top and TVXQ.
Jennie of Blackpink starts solo journey with own label, OA
Jennie debuted in 2016 as K-pop sensation Blackpink under YG Entertainment, with singles “Whistle” and “Boombayah.”
Debut acts set bar high for future rookies
Even in the overpopulated industry, the debut acts managed to set the bar high for those following their footsteps by setting new records.
G-Dragon names anti-drug foundation ‘JusPeace,’ donates 300 million won
The 35-year-old artist is donating 300 million won in the name of his now defunct group Big Bang’s fan community, VIP, to the JusPeace Foundation.
Blackpink survives 7-year curse, renews exclusive contract with YG
However, it still remains unclear whether individual members will be renewing their exclusive contracts with YG.
NewJeans, Seventeen, BTS win top honors at 2023 MAMA Awards
The MAMA Awards, the world’s biggest K-pop festival organized by CJ ENM, took place at the Tokyo Dome, Japan’s top concert venue, Nov. 28-29.