TXT to turn Lotte World into 'Magic Land' for 1,000 fansK-pop group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) is taking over Seoul’s Lotte World Adventure later this month, shutting down the theme park to host an exclusive comeback celebration for 1,000 fans. The five-member group announced Monday that it will host “TOMORROW X TOGETHER in MAGIC LAND” on Nov. 30 to celebrate the release of its ninth mini album, “PERFECT STORM.” The event will welcome members of MOA, the group's official fandom, to Lotte World Adventure in Jamsil, southeastern Seoul, for a two-part program combining live music and theme park attractions. Part one will feature a performance by TXT, while part two will give participants access to the indoor amusement park facilities. Adding to the occasion, all five members will take on roles as theme park cast members, allowing them to interact more closely with fans and share the experience. Fans unable to attend in person will also be able to watch the first-part performance through livestreams on the group's official YouTube channel and Weverse, its global fan community platform. The event announcement was released at 5:53 p.m. MondaNov 10, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
ILLIT's 'Break Even' debuts at 6th on Billboard 200K-pop girl group ILLIT has landed in the top 10 of the U.S. Billboard's main albums chart for the first time. Billboard said in a chart preview released Monday (U.S. time) that ILLIT's latest EP, "Break Even," debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard 200 for this week. It marks the group's fifth entry on the chart and its first in the top 10. The Billboard 200 ranks the most popular albums of the week in the United States, measured by equivalent album units comprising physical and digital sales, as well as streaming and digital track downloads. "Break Even" earned 37,000 equivalent album units during the latest charting period, with 32,500 coming from album sales.Nov 10, 2026By Yonhap
Taeyeon to release 4th studio album 'Unspecial' on Nov. 30Taeyeon of veteran girl group Girls’ Generation will release her fourth studio album, “Unspecial,” on Nov. 30, her first full-length record in nearly five years, SM Entertainment said Monday. The album contains 12 tracks, including a title song of the same name and pre-orders opened the same day. The agency said the album captures "the depth of emotion Taeyeon carries at this point in her career," delivered through more delicate vocal expression. Taeyeon teased the release with a short video posted on her social media at midnight on Monday, in which props such as thread, needles and fallen leaves come together to spell out the album’s title. “Unspecial” is the singer's first studio album since “INVU,” released in February 2022, which topped iTunes album charts in 21 regions shortly after its release. In between, she put out two EPs, “To. X” in 2023 and “Letter to Myself” in 2024. The new album also arrives about a year after “Panorama: The Best of Taeyeon,” her first compilation album, released last December to mark the 10th anniversary of her solo debut. It fNov 9, 2026By Pyo Kyung-min
BLACKPINK's Jisoo signs with Hollywood agency WMEJisoo of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK has signed with WME, one of Hollywood's biggest talent agencies, for global representation as she widens her solo career beyond Korea. The deal was reported by U.S. music industry media, which noted that WME officially signed the singer and actor following an "extraordinary year" for her across music, television, fashion and culture. Headquartered in Beverly Hills, WME represents artists, actors and athletes across music, film, television and other fields. Its music clients include Bruno Mars and Rihanna. The agreement does not change Jisoo's existing partnerships. She runs her solo activities through Blissoo, the label she launched in February 2024, and signed a global solo record deal with Warner Records in January 2025. Her BLACKPINK activities remain under YG Entertainment. She is the third BLACKPINK member to sign with WME. Bandmate Lisa signed with the agency in September 2025, but only for her film and television work, while Rosé signed that December for representation in all areas of her music career. Jisoo debuted as a member of BLACKPINK in 2Nov 9, 2026By Pyo Kyung-min
CORTIS rules Spotify charts as 'REDRED' nears 300 mil. streamsK-pop boy band CORTIS has claimed the top three spots among songs by boy groups that debuted in the past five years on Spotify, with its hit “REDRED” approaching 300 million streams, underscoring the group's growing global popularity. According to Spotify figures as of Saturday, “REDRED,” the lead track of CORTIS' second EP, had surpassed 274 million streams, the highest total among songs by boy bands that debuted during that period. The track continues to draw more than 800,000 daily streams, putting it on course to surpass 300 million plays before the end of the year, according to Big Hit Music. The group's other two songs, “GO!” and “FaSHioN,” from its debut album, ranked second and third, respectively, with approximately 266 million and 247 million streams. “REDRED” reached 100 million streams in just 57 days and 200 million in 128 days, more than twice as quickly as the other two tracks, according to the agency. The song has also topped Spotify's Daily Top Songs Korea chart 121 times, setting a record for a K-pop group track, according to Big Hit Music. On Apple MuNov 9, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
Doh Kyung-soo surprises fans with new single 'Darling' during global tourSinger-actor Doh Kyung-soo is set to release a new single, “Darling,” on Wednesday, offering fans fresh music while continuing his ongoing international concert tour. The singer, a member of K-pop group EXO, will release his new digital single through major music streaming platforms at 6 p.m., Blitzway Music said. “Darling” marks his first new release in about two months, following his fourth EP, “DOPAMINE,” which came out in September. The announcement comes as Doh continues meeting fans across multiple countries through his 2026-2027 concert tour, “DAY OFF.” Doh revealed the upcoming release through an announcement poster posted on his official social media channels at midnight Monday, followed by concept teaser images 30 minutes later. The announcement poster features a photograph of a dandelion against faded paper, accompanied by a fabric label that gives the image a vintage aesthetic. It also displays the English phrase “Darling I'm dreamin' 'bout you and your starry eyes,” alongside his name and the release date. The accompanying concept images resemble pages fromNov 9, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
JYP's new K-pop boy band oftheblue to debut next yearK-pop powerhouse JYP Entertainment said Monday it will launch a new boy band, named oftheblue, under its label Squ4d, next year. It is the first boy band to be introduced by the JYP label, which also oversaw the launch of K-pop girl group Nmixx, according to JYP. The act's name comes from the English idiom "out of the blue," with the color blue also symbolizing endless possibilities, freedom and youth, it said. The K-pop group is the first boy band to debut from JYP in two years since KickFlip made its debut in 2025.Nov 9, 2026By Yonhap
From K-pop idols to office workers and business owners: Why former girl group stars are starting overThey once performed on stage as members of some of K-pop's best-known girl groups. Now, some are clocking in at offices, collecting regular paychecks or running their own businesses. Former members of Jewelry, 4Minute and EXID have recently opened up about choosing new careers after years in entertainment, shedding light on the less glamorous reality of K-pop: Even membership in a successful group does not guarantee steady work or income once the spotlight fades. For them, the career changes are not stories of failure but attempts to find stability and discover what else they can do beyond performing. Former Jewelry member Ha Joo-yeon revealed on the YouTube channel "35-year-old Noh Sa-yeon" on Oct. 22 that she now works as a manager at a kitchenware showroom. The video showed Ha preparing the store before opening and choosing colorful work outfits to match its brightly colored products — a routine far removed from her years on the K-pop stage. Ha spoke candidly about the uncertainty she experienced after her contract with her entertainment agency ended and she stepped away from show buNov 7, 2026By Hankookilbo
Jennie sings soundtrack for new Netflix animation 'Steps'Jennie, a member of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, has taken part in the soundtrack for the upcoming Netflix animated film "Steps," her agency said Friday. "Someone to Hold," the song she recorded for the Netflix release, marks the first time the singer-rapper has participated in a soundtrack for an animation, according to OA Entertainment. The singer was quoted as saying she thoroughly enjoyed the experience and felt happy to become part of a world of warm-hearted and interesting characters. The song has been nominated for the Song — Animated Film category of the Hollywood Music in Media Awards — even before its official release. "Steps" is set for release Nov. 20.Nov 6, 2026By Yonhap
ITZY's Chaeryeong previews solo debut album 'Lovesick' ahead of Monday releaseChaeryeong, a member of K-pop girl group ITZY, has released short previews of every song on her first solo album, “Lovesick,” three days before her solo debut, according to her agency JYP Entertainment. Chaeryeong will release the mini album and its title track of the same name Monday. A mini album, also called an EP, is a shorter release than a full-length studio album. “Lovesick” has four tracks. At midnight Friday, JYP posted an “album spoiler” video with brief clips from all four songs: “Lovesick,” “Moonlit Club,” “Scent” and “Favorite Reason.” In K-pop, these previews are part of the promotional rollout before a release. The video shows Chaeryeong in a range of looks, from bright and fresh to chic and mysterious. Before the spoiler video, the agency had posted two music video teasers for the title track on its official social media channels. The title track centers on the excitement of falling for someone, the agency said. Chaeryeong co-wrote the lyrics for the fourth track, “Favorite Reason.” She also started a blog where she writes about getting theNov 6, 2026By Jhoo Dong-chan
