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BTS to hold sold-out concert in New York

Tickets for K-pop boy band BTS' first concert in a U.S. stadium sold out as soon as sales began, the group's management agency said Saturday. The seven-member K-pop sensation will perform at New York City's Citi Field Stadium on Oct. 6 as part of its world tour of 16 countries, including Canada, Britain, Germany and France. The band will begin the tour with local concerts in ...

Hallyu | 2018-08-19 09:43

Masks steal the show in US version of Korean contest

When American broadcaster FOX announced last year that it had purchased the concept for “King of Mask Singer” from South Korean broadcaster MBC, many doubted such a show would succeed in the U.S.

Hallyu | 2018-08-17 14:49

Korean actress Lee Ha-nee bound for Hollywood

Korean actress Lee Ha-nee, also known as Lee Honey, will make Hollywood her next stage after recently inking a contract with a veteran agency and a management company in the U.S.

Hallyu | 2018-08-16 15:42

Sulli's comfort women post raises ire of Japanese fans

Japanese fans of singer-turned-actress Sulli are angry after she uploaded a poster that celebrates Comfort Women's Day on her Instagram Tuesday. The Korean government poster supports “comfort women,” sex slaves who were forced to serve Japanese soldiers in the lead-up to and during World War II.

Hallyu | 2018-08-15 16:15

'BTS a product of plastic surgery,' says director

Korean American music video and film director Joseph Kahn has slammed K-pop titan BTS for being a product of plastic surgery. Kahn, 45, uploaded a photo of BTS on Twitter on Thursday and wrote: “They all have plastic surgery. They are all wearing lipstick. This is what Crazy Rich Asians actually look like.”

Hallyu | 2018-08-13 14:11

Ex-BEASTs under fire over college entrance

Four members of K-pop act BEAST are in hot water for allegedly receiving preferential treatment at Dongshin University in Naju, South Jeolla Province.

Hallyu | 2018-08-13 13:59

Seventeen vies to be next king of K-pop [VIDEO]

Myriad groups are aiming to be crowned, but Seventeen seems to have advantages with its musical abilities and growing number of fans.

Hallyu | 2018-08-10 14:06

A singing success: K-idol goods market annual sales close to $90 million

There is one Korean industry that economic depression hardly affects and steadily records estimated annual sales of nearly 100 billion won ($90 million) - the K-pop idol goods market. Nowadays, fans of K-pop collect the “G-dragon Action Figure,” eat “Super Junior Habanero Ramen,” and pull the “Wanna One Carrier,” just to mention a few. Bluetooth speakers, portable fans and co...

Hallyu | 2018-08-10 09:35

EXO attracts 50,000 fans at Thailand signing event [PHOTOS]

South Korean cosmetics brand Nature Republic hosted the signing to promote its three new products - California Aloe Fresh Powdery Sun Stick, Aloe Vera Ice Soothing Gel and Aloe Vera 92% Soothing Gel Mask Sheet.

Hallyu | 2018-08-09 15:19

Comedian Yoo donates $45,000 for peace memorial in Japan

Korean comedian Yoo Jae-suk has donated 50 million won ($45,000) toward establishing a peace memorial hall in Utoro, Kyoto.The comedian took part in the Beautiful Foundation's “Save Utoro Fundraising Campaign.” He has been doing charitable work since 2005.

Hallyu | 2018-08-08 17:07

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