Hyolyn hospitalized in emergency situation, pulls out of Taiwan music festivalHyolyn has been hospitalized following a sudden health issue, forcing the former Sistar member to withdraw from an upcoming performance in Taiwan. On May 27, her agency ReH Entertainment said through official social media channels that Hyolyn would no longer appear at the Fubon Guardians G! POP Music Festival in Taipei due to unavoidable circumstances. The agency said the singer was taken to the hospital following an emergency situation and is currently receiving inpatient treatment. “The artist was transferred to the hospital due to an emergency situation, and according to medical staff, she requires hospitalization and rest,” the agency said. “After comprehensively considering her health condition and safety, she is unable to participate in the event.” The company also apologized to fans and organizers in Taiwan over the sudden cancellation. “We feel a heavy sense of responsibility for delivering this sudden news,” the agency said. “We sincerely apologize to fans in Taiwan, as well as the Fubon Guardians club and related officials who worked hard to prepare for the event.May 28, 2026By Hankookilbo
Day6’s Dowoon breaks silence after marriage rumors — but backlash continuesDowoon of Day6 has finally addressed the dating and marriage rumors surrounding him — but his emotional message appears to have done little to calm the growing backlash among fans. Early on Thursday, Dowoon posted a message through his personal channel. “Our team will never disappear. I’m not going anywhere. Don’t look at negative comments, and even if you see posts about me for the time being, just ignore them. I’m sorry for hurting you guys.” He added, “Just wait a little longer,” in what many fans interpreted as an indirect response to the controversy. The message came two days after Dowoon became embroiled in dating and marriage rumors involving Yoo Ji-yu, a YouTuber known as the younger sister of popular creator Yoo Hye-joo. Online speculation rapidly spread after some users claimed the two appeared to own matching couple items, including keyrings and interior decorations shown on social media and in videos. Rumors intensified further after alleged eyewitness accounts claimed the pair had met with a wedding planner. As the rumors spread across Korean online communitieMay 28, 2026By Xportsnews
BLACKPINK star steals spotlight with 'unmatched aura'Jennie once again proved why fans say no one does fashion quite like her. The BLACKPINK star dominated the spotlight Tuesday at a photo wall event for French luxury brand Chanel’s 2026 Metiers d’Art collection show held at the Centre Pompidou Hanwha in Yeouido, Seoul. Jennie drew attention with a bold styling combination that balanced a daring top with masculine-inspired classic tailoring, creating a look that felt both sensual and effortlessly confident. She wore a deeply plunging V-neck bodysuit featuring straps on the back that highlighted her slim silhouette. White trim details along the chest line and gold accents added a luxurious feel to the striking outfit. For contrast, Jennie paired the bodysuit with wide-leg trousers that elongated her proportions while giving the look a polished structure. Symmetrical gold buttons along the waistband reflected a subtle marine-inspired aesthetic, while a side stripe detail added a formal yet fashion-forward edge. The singer completed the styling with layered crystal and pearl bracelets on her left wrist and carried a black jacket and patterMay 27, 2026By Xportsnews
BTS criticizes alleged Busan hotel price gouging ahead of concertsBTS members have publicly criticized alleged price gouging by Busan accommodations, issuing a direct warning to business owners who are hiking room rates ahead of the group's concerts in the city next month. During a livestream on fan platform Weverse on Tuesday, BTS leader RM expressed his frustration over accommodation price hikes surrounding the event. "There is so much news regarding accommodations. It does not feel good," RM said. While acknowledging that room rates naturally fluctuate between peak and off-peak seasons, he urged business owners to exercise restraint, saying in the regional Busan dialect, "Let's not overdo it." Bandmates Suga and Busan-native Jimin agreed with his concerns. They said even their own relatives were struggling to find rooms and questioned whether charging several times the usual rate was too extreme. The remarks follow a growing online backlash against alleged price gouging in Busan. Fans criticized cases where some accommodations hiked rates to hundreds of thousands or even millions of won per night during the concert week. With BTS set to hold concertsMay 27, 2026By Hankookilbo
SEVENTEEN donates to UNESCO to support education in LaosK-pop boy band SEVENTEEN has marked its 11th debut anniversary with a donation to support underprivileged students in Laos. The Korean National Commission for UNESCO (KNCU) announced Tuesday that the boy band made the donation for its Bridge Programme, which will help Laotian students with primary school diplomas to attend secondary school. Although secondary education is free of charge, few kids enroll because of miscelleneous fees, which they can't afford. The donation amount was not disclosed. "We are deeply grateful for SEVENTEEN's continued support since 2022," KNCU Secretary-General Hong Hyun-ik said in a statement. "This contribution will help marginalized learners in Laos access public secondary education and build a better future." The donation is part of an initiative that dates back to August 2022, when Pledis Entertainment, SEVENTEEN's management label, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the KNCU to launch the #GoingTogether campaign, aimed at closing educational gaps in underserved communities. The partnership has since grown considerably in scope. In November 2May 27, 2026By Pyo Kyung-min
Gov’t applauds K-pop acts after historic 11-award haul at AMAsK-pop artists won major categories at the 52nd American Music Awards this week, prompting Culture Minister Chae Hwi-young to send congratulatory messages Wednesday to BTS, KATSEYE and the singing voices of Huntrix from the animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" for their victories at one of the biggest music award shows in the United States. The haul underscored the genre’s evolution from a regional subculture into a dominant force in the global music industry, marked by both the triumphant return of established icons and the arrival of highly successful cross-cultural experiments. Leading the charge was BTS, the powerhouse boy group that claimed the night’s highest honor, Artist of the Year. The win marks the group's second time taking home the top prize, having made history in 2021 as the first Asian act to do so. Returning to full activities as a complete group this year, BTS also took home trophies for Best Male K-Pop Artist and Song of the Summer for their track "Swim," securing a hat trick. The ceremony also vaulted newer acts into the global spotlight. The multinational girl groupMay 27, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
BTS' 'Swim' hits 500 mil. Spotify streams milestone"Swim," the latest hit from K-pop supergroup BTS, has surpassed 500 million streams on Spotify, becoming the first song released this year to reach the milestone globally, the group's agency BigHit Music said Wednesday. The track from the septet's fifth studio album, "Arirang," is an upbeat alternative popsong about navigating life's challenges, with lyrics co-written by BTS front man RM. Released in March, "Arirang" made history as the first K-pop album to spend three consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200. "Swim" also topped the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the band's seventh chart-topping single. All tracks from the album have exceeded 100 million streams on Spotify, including "No. 29," an experimental piece composed solely of the sound of the Sacred Bell of Great King Seongdeok. Songs, such as "Body to Body" and "Hooligan," have each surpassed 200 million streams as of this month. BTS won three awards at the American Music Awards in Las Vegas on Monday (U.S. time), including Artist of the Year. In an acceptance speech, the members said they hoped their music would encouraMay 27, 2026By Yonhap
K-pop wins big at 2026 AMAs in historic nightK-pop made history at the 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs) on Monday (local time), with acts tied to the genre taking some of the night's biggest prizes at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. K-pop juggernaut BTS took home Artist of the Year, beating out a star-studded field that included Bad Bunny, Bruno Mars, Harry Styles, Justin Bieber, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Morgan Wallen and Sabrina Carpenter. It marked the group's second Artist of the Year win at the AMAs, having previously claimed the honor in 2021, and its first in-person appearance at the ceremony in five years. The group kicked off the night with a pre-taped performance of "Hooligan" from its latest album "ARIRANG," which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with 641,000 equivalent album units sold in March. The seven-member group also claimed Song of the Summer award for "SWIM" and Best Male K-Pop Artist. RM delivered the acceptance speech for Song of the Summer, saying, "When we made this album, we had a lot of pressure and we tried to figure out what kind of music felt the most like us right now. We have to keep cMay 26, 2026By Pyo Kyung-min
K-pop rookie And2ble makes official debutK-pop boy group And2ble will make its official debut Tuesday with the release of its first EP, its agency said. YH Entertainment announced that the album, titled "Sequence 01: Curiosity," is scheduled for release at 6 p.m. And2ble brings together four former members of project boy group Zerobaseone — Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyu-vin and Han Yu-jin — alongside Yoo Seung-eon, formerly of boy group Evnne. All five members are re-debuting together as the new act. The agency introduced the record as the opening chapter of the musical journey of And2ble, exploring curiosity as a fundamental human emotion. The lead track, "Curious," reflects the band's ambition to embrace change without fear, according to YH. Members Zhang Hao and Ricky contributed to the lyrics for the song. The EP will feature a total of five tracks, including "Curious," "Aura" and "Sugar Rush."May 26, 2026By Yonhap
SHINee announces new mini album ‘Atmos’ featuring moody, nostalgic tracksSHINee is returning just in time for the start of summer, leaning into romance, memory and emotional aftershocks with a new album suffused with rain-drenched imagery and sleek pop production. The veteran K-pop group said Tuesday that its sixth mini album, “Atmos,” will be released June 1 at 6 p.m. across major music streaming platforms. The six-track album includes the title song “Atmos,” along with B-side tracks that explore different shades of love, longing and fleeting connection. Among the new songs is “HOURS,” a funk-pop track layered with disco influences, groovy bass lines and half-time rhythms that give the song a polished but nostalgic feel. The lyrics center on a desire to gather not only shared memories and romance from the past, but also the moments yet to come with a loved one. Another track, “Still Raining,” blends pluck synth with laid-back rhythmic instrumentals to create what the agency described as a dreamy R&B pop atmosphere. The song captures the emotional jolt of feelings that arrive unexpectedly “like a sudden shower,” while reflecting on memoriesMay 26, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
