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BTS comeback sparks global buzz as fans push 'Run BTS' back up the charts

Ahead of their much-anticipated group comeback this March, BTS are already making waves globally, driven not by new material, but by a renewed surge of fan interest in an older track. The song "Run BTS," first released on the group’s 2022 anthology album "Proof," returned to No. 1 on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 61 countries, including Brazil, Finland, Mexico and Greece, as of the morning of Jan. 2 local time. Fans around the world, collectively known as ARMY, launched a coordinated streaming drive to celebrate the start of 2026 and the group’s upcoming return, turning a nostalgic fandom gesture into a fresh chart milestone. Fans say the song’s message — a vow to keep running forward together — resonates especially strongly as all seven members prepare to resume full-group activities. The track is widely regarded among ARMY as one of the clearest expressions of BTS’ teamwork and identity, and its renewed success reflects a shared anticipation for the group’s new album, scheduled for release on March 20. International media outlets are also paying close attention. The New

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T.O.P of Big Bang teases return with new solo album after 13-year hiatus

T.O.P, a former member of boy group Big Bang, is getting ready to return with a solo album for the first time in over a decade. The artist took to Instagram on Thursday to post a short teaser video along with the caption, “A new album is on the way.” He also referenced the phrase “Another Dimension,” strongly suggesting it as the title or the overall concept of the upcoming release. He simultaneously launched a new Instagram account under the handle @topspot_pictures, where a teaser of his album

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie stuns fans with bold hair transformation ahead of 30th birthday

BLACKPINK member Jennie has unveiled a dramatic new look, revealing a bold new hairstyle in a recent U.S. magazine photoshoot — a style shift that fans say highlights a more confident and mature side of the global K-pop star. On Wednesday (local time), U.S. fashion magazine “V Magazine” released Jennie’s photos and an accompanying interview. In the shoot, she appears with her long straight hair cut into a strikingly short style, creating a stronger and more sophisticated aura. In one of the featured images, Jennie pairs a black-and-white halter-neck top with oversized hoop earrings, presenting a hip and trend-forward visual that contrasts with her previous image. Speaking to the magazine, Jennie said she remains focused on her core work as an artist, noting that she will be performing in Tokyo around her birthday week. “I can’t believe I’m still saying this. Because it’s something I said a year ago before my first album 'Ruby,' but I feel like a baby stepping into the world,” she said, sharing candid thoughts about her current mindset. When asked about approaching her 3

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BTS' 'Run BTS' reclaims top spot on iTunes in 61 countries

K-pop supergroup BTS' 2022 track "Run BTS" has climbed back to the top of iTunes' charts in 61 countries and regions amid anticipation for the band's upcoming March comeback, the group's label BigHit Music said Friday. The track off the septet's anthology album "Proof" hit No. 1 on the music service's Top Songs charts in countries including Brazil, Finland, Mexico and Greece as of 6 a.m., the agency said. BigHit Music credited the song's resurgence to members of the group's global fandom known as ARMY, who began streaming the track en masse to mark the start of the new year and celebrate the group's announced return. Released in June 2022, "Run BTS" highlights the group's signature energy and team spirit, expressing its resolve to continue running together while encouraging one another. BigHit said ARMY's renewed streaming push reflects their wish to "run alongside" all seven members as the group prepares to release a new album on March 20 and launch a major world tour.

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K-pop star Jang Won-young faces backlash in China over Hong Kong remark, boycott calls grow

Controversy is growing in China over comments made by Jang Won-young of the K-pop group IVE after she referred to Hong Kong as one of the “countries” she likes during a recent behind-the-scenes video. The remark appeared in a video on IVE’s official YouTube channel. While the members were shown visiting Hong Kong to attend an awards ceremony, Jang said, “We should eat a delicious dinner,” adding, “I like Hong Kong. There is a lot of good food. Hong Kong is one of the countries I like.” After the video was released, some Chinese social media users protested the fact that she referred to Hong Kong as a “country.” China maintains the One China principle, under which Hong Kong is defined as a special administrative region of China. Jang’s phrasing, interpreted as contradicting that stance, quickly fueled online criticism. On Chinese social media platforms, related hashtags such as “#JangWonyoungHongKongCountry,” “#IVEGetOutofChina” and “#KoreanIdolsHistoryEducation” are spreading, with some users even calling for a boycott of IVE-related content. Local media a

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Powerful, feel-good K-pop songs to kick off the new year

As the world rang in 2026, songs filled with messages of hope and new beginnings once again found their way back into the spotlight, propelled by music fans curating the perfect soundtrack to start the year. In K-pop, feel-good anthems have long played the role of offering comfort and reassurance in the new year. Beyond exciting beats and viral choreography, certain songs stand out for their ability to lift spirits by acknowledging life’s hardships through lyrics that emphasize resilience and se

OneUs to leave agency after 7 years

OneUs decided not to renew its exclusive contract with agency RBW Entertainment which expires next month, the group's management company announced Friday. Although the five bandmates are parting ways with the agency, they will carry on as a team and will keep the name of the band. The fivesome brought to a close its international tour “H_Our, Us” in Warsaw last month, having performed in seven cities in Europe and 10 in the US, as well Yokohama, Japan, and Seoul. OneUs is planning to bring out a

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Itzy announces world tour dates

Itzy listed the datesfor its third international tour Friday via label JYP Entertainment. As announced earlier, the group will kick off the concert trip with a three-night run in Seoul, with last day’s performance to be livestreamed. In April, the quintet will visit fans in Australia and New Zealand, performing in Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland. It will then head back to Asia and go live in five cities — Tokyo, Hong Kong, Kaohsiung, Bangkok and Manila — until mid-July. The nine-city tour is titl

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Wanna One to reunite after 7 years: report

All 11 members of Wanna One are expected to reunite for a reality show, media reported Tuesday. The show will premiere in the first half of this year, although details are yet to be finalized, reports said, citing a source from Mnet, a music cable network. The network set fans abuzz with a teaser video on the New Year’s Day. The clip showed a cassette tape bearing the group's logo, which starts playing part of “Spring Breeze,” followed by a message: “we GO again.” Wanna One was borne out of Mnet

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Zerobaseone to drop special album

Zerobaseone will roll out a special album on Feb. 2, agency WakeOne Entertainment announced Thursday. The limited edition release, dubbed “Re-flow,” will convey the candid emotions and memories the nine members have accumulated over the 2 1/2 years they have spent together, the company said. The project group formed through audition show Boys Planet and was slated to disband in January but decided to extend their activities by two months. The upcoming album comes about five months after the grou

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Wanna One to reunite on new reality TV show

K-pop project boy group Wanna One will reunite with fans for the first time in a while through a new reality TV program set to air in the first half of this year. "The Wanna One members have been considering ways to meet Wannables, and agreed to produce a new reality show, a format most beloved by their fans," an official with the cable music channel Mnet said Friday. Wannable is the name of the group's fandom. The official added that the channel is preparing the show with the aim of releasing it within the first half of the year and details of the show will be announced once fixed. Formed through Mnet's 2017 audition program "Produce 101" Season 2, Wanna One debuted as an 11-member project group and gained huge popularity with hit songs, like "Energetic" and "Beautiful." The group stood at the forefront of K-pop's third generation alongside two other boy groups, EXO and BTS. With EXO's new album due out this month and BTS' album release planned for March, fans will be able to greet all three of these top-tier acts of the third-generation K-pop in various ways during the first half of th

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Wanna One to reunite on new reality TV show

SEOUL, Jan. 2 (Yonhap) -- K-pop project boy group Wanna One will reunite with fa...

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BTS' 'Run BTS' reclaims top spot on iTunes in 61 countries

SEOUL, Jan. 2 (Yonhap) -- K-pop supergroup BTS' 2022 track "Run BTS" has climbed...

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NMIXX Takes 10th Win For “Blue Valentine” On “Music Bank”

NMIXX has won their tenth music show trophy for “Blue Valentine”! KBS 2TV’s “Music Bank” did not air a new episode on January 2, but the music show still announced this week’s winner on its official website. NMIXX took the win with a total of 3,918 points on the Music Bank K-Chart from December 22… The post appeared first on .

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Nana’s Agency Releases Statement Regarding Countersuit By Home Robber

Nana, who suffered a home-invasion robbery, was countersued by the robber. Previously on November 15, 2025, the Guri Police Station revealed that they had arrested a man in his thirties for breaking into Nana’s home, threatening her and her mother with a weapon and demanding money. Although Nana and her mother reportedly managed to subdue the armed… The post appeared first on .

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NCT’s Jeno And Jaemin’s New Short-Form Drama “WIND UP” Confirms Premiere Date With First Poster

NCT’s Jeno and Jaemin’s upcoming short-form drama is gearing up for its release! On January 2, new short-form platform KITZ unveiled the first poster for “WIND UP.” “WIND UP” is a coming-of-age drama that tells the story of a high school baseball pitcher who can no longer throw a strike and a transfer student who… The post appeared first on .

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Wanna One To Return With New Variety Show In First Half Of 2026

It’s official: Wanna One is reuniting for a new variety program! On January 2, Mnet announced that the “Produce 101 Season 2” project group would be returning with a new reality show in the first half of 2026. A representative of the network explained, “While the Wanna One members were debating how to meet with… The post appeared first on .

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ONEUS Parts Ways With Agency After 7 Years

ONEUS, a five-member boy group that debuted in 2019, is leaving their agency RBW. On January 2, RBW released an official statement announcing that the agency and the members of ONEUS have mutually agreed to end their exclusive contracts at the end of February 2026. With this announcement, the new album that ONEUS is releasing… The post appeared first on .

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KiiiKiii Unveils 1st Teasers For January Comeback With “Delulu World”

KiiiKiii is gearing up for a January comeback! On January 1, STARSHIP Entertainment officially announced, “KiiiKiii is currently kicking up the pace of their preparations with the goal of a comeback at the end of January. We ask for lots of anticipation and support for KiiiKiii, who will write a new story in the new… The post appeared first on .

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