Taiwan singer Rainie Yang apologises for joke deemed offensive to Henan people
Yang’s comment sparked a backlash after videos of her making the comment went viral online.
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BTS’ RM, Jimin, V, Jungkook to enlist in military this week
In South Korea, all able-bodied men are required to serve in the military for at least 18 months. The four members are expected to be discharged from the service in June 2025.
Singaporean singers Jasmine Sokko and Rriley to open for Coldplay
Sokko, 28, made her debut in 2016 with self-released single 1057. She is the first Singaporean to win Best South-east Asia Act award, at the 2019 MTV Europe Music Awards held in…
After roller-coaster year for K-pop stocks, what to expect next year?
The K-pop industry is going through a transitional period, in which it strives to go beyond its achievements to truly enter the mainstream and become a sustainably growing market.
Dancing beyond boundaries
Sohu's Dancing Festival in Beijing brings together K-pop enthusiasts, cover dancers, and idols, creating a vibrant celebration of music, friendship, and self-expression in the…
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.
Chinese stars help Disney’s Wish come to life
The movie's Mandarin version features Yu Shi, who recently gained popularity for his role in the Golden Rooster best film winner, Creation of the Gods I: Kingdom of Storms.
Scalpers take bigger cut of Korean music industry
One of the biggest headaches for the Korean music industry, the problem has grown in size and ticket scalping has turned into a lucrative business.
Blackpink hits 1.9 billion views with ‘Kill This Love’ music video
This follows the video of “Ddu-du Ddu-du” and makes the foursome the first K-pop artist ever to have two hits to achieve the feat.
Universities offer courses on Taylor Swift’s influence on music and culture
The curriculum aims to analyse Swift's artistic contributions and their intersection with contemporary culture.