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Mon, December 11, 2023 | 08:06

BTS' RM, Jimin, V, Jungkook to enlist in military this week

BTS' RM, Jimin, V, Jungkook to enlist in military this week

BTS' RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook are set to begin their mandatory military service this week, following in the footsteps of their three bandmates who are already serving their duties.

2023-12-10 21:53

[INTERVIEW] How AmazeVR revolutionizes aespa's LYNK-POP concert

INTERVIEWHow AmazeVR revolutionizes aespa's LYNK-POP concert

For those who were itching to get an up-close look at K-pop girl group aespa and its spellbinding performances, the quartet's first-ever virtual reality (VR) concert, dubbed LYNK-POP, made their wish come true at a reasonable price. It was screened at Megabox COEX in southern Seoul's Gangnam District from Oct. 25 to Nov. 21, attracting some 8,000 moviegoers.

2023-12-09 12:23

K-pop's appeal reflected in global accolades

K-pop's appeal reflected in global accolades

K-pop's global influence in 2023 has been further cemented with international platforms and media outlets acknowledging their achievements.

2023-12-08 17:10

BTS' V and BLACKPINK's Jennie break up: sources

BTS' V and BLACKPINK's Jennie break up: sources

BTS' V and BLACKPINK's Jennie, who were rumored to have been dating, recently broke up, music industry sources said Wednesday.

2023-12-06 20:32

Uncertainty lingers despite BLACKPINK's contract renewal

Uncertainty lingers despite BLACKPINK's contract renewal

K-pop girl band BLACKPINK has renewed its contract for group activities with YG Entertainment, which has been representing the quartet since its debut in 2016. This development comes amid ongoing uncertainty regarding the individual contract extensions of all four members — Jisoo, Jennie, Rose and Lisa.

2023-12-06 17:42

YG Entertainment's stock price soars over renewed contract with BLACKPINK

Late K-pop star Moonbin's memorial space shut down after fans complain

Late K-pop star Moonbin's memorial space shut down after fans complain

Fantagio, the agency representing the late ASTRO member Moonbin, announced the closure of a memorial space dedicated to the late K-pop star, following a controversy.

2023-12-06 09:24

Young K-pop couple Choi Min-hwan, Yulhee announce divorce

Young K-pop couple Choi Min-hwan, Yulhee announce divorce

Drummer Choi Min-hwan of the K-pop band FTISLAND and former LABOUM member Yulhee have decided to part ways after five years of marriage, as confirmed by Choi's agency, FNC Entertainment.

2023-12-05 14:44

BTS agency asks fans to refrain from visiting scenes of members' military enlistment

BTS agency asks fans to refrain from visiting scenes of members' military enlistment

The agency of K-pop megastar BTS on Tuesday asked fans to refrain from visiting boot camps to see off their favorite stars as the last four members of the group are set to join the Army as active-duty soldiers early next week.

2023-12-05 11:25

JYP to host annual audition in January

JYP to host annual audition in January

JYP Entertainment, a leading K-pop agency, is set to embark on its 18th official annual audition across five cities in Korea next January. The agency, home to global sensations like TWICE, Stray Kids, ITZY and NMIXX, is on the lookout for the next wave of raw talent poised to make their mark in the K-pop industry.

2023-12-03 12:56

NewJeans wins 2 grand prizes at Melon Music Awards 2023

NewJeans wins 2 grand prizes at Melon Music Awards 2023

Rookie K-pop girl group NewJeans won five prizes at this year's Melon Music Awards, including Artist of the Year and Best Song of the Year, on Saturday.

2023-12-02 22:46

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