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Enhypen claims first Billboard Artist 100 No. 1

Enhypen has claimed its first-ever No. 1 spot on Billboard's Artist 100 chart, marking the group as the most influential artist in the US for the week following the release of its latest album. According to Billboard's latest charts dated Jan. 31, Enhypen stands alone atop the Artist 100 ranking, which measures overall artist activity based on album and song sales, streaming, radio airplay and social media engagement. It is the first time the group has led the chart, which is often seen as a bar

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Watch: EXO Takes 1st Win For “Crown” On “Show Champion”; Performances By ALPHA DRIVE ONE, ONEUS, And More

EXO has won their first music show trophy for their new title track “Crown”! On the January 28 episode of “Show Champion,” the candidates for first place were ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s “FREAK ALARM,” Apink’s “Love Me More,” ENHYPEN‘s “Knife,” EXO’s “Crown,” and ONEUS’s “Grenade.” The trophy ultimately went to EXO. Congratulations to EXO! Watch the… The post appeared first on .

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Kiss of Life to meet with fans across Asia

Kiss of Life announced a fan meeting tour that will take the girl group across Asia, via S2 Entertainment on Tuesday. The group of four will visit Bangkok, Taiwan capital Taipei and Tokyo in June, after kicking off "Deja Vu" in Seoul on March 28. As the tour poster shows, it will be themed after private eyes looking for clues to solve a case. The upcoming trip will coincide with the release of the group's new album, which is expected to roll out in April. Earlier this week, the first teaser vide

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‘Show! Music Core in Macau’ canceled 10 days ahead of event

MBC’s upcoming overseas concert event, “Show! Music Core in Macau,” has been officially canceled, the broadcaster announced Wednesday. The event was originally scheduled to take place over two days on Feb. 7 and 8 at Galaxy Arena in Macao. MBC had previously announced that the artist lineup would include K-pop groups such as BoyNextDoor, Enhypen, Le Sserafim, Mark, WayV, Zerobaseone, Alpha Drive One, Hearts2Hearts, Izna, KickFlip and StayC. However, several Japanese members of the participating

K-pop idol’s ‘no ice’ post sparks buzz among U.S. fans for potential political meaning

A casual fan message from Moon Chanelle of K-pop group FIFTY FIFTY has unexpectedly sparked debate among U.S. fans, after one English word set off a wave of speculation online. Moon recently posted a short message on the fan communication platform Bubble, writing, “I’m beginning to like hot coffee,” followed by, “No ice. You know what I’m saying?” The post, seemingly lighthearted, quickly gained attention among American K-pop fans, who began debating whether the word “ice” carried a hidden meaning. Some U.S. fans speculated that Moon’s reference could be interpreted as an allusion to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, commonly known as ICE. The agency has faced heavy criticism in the United States following two fatal shooting incidents that drew widespread public backlash. Because Moon added the phrase “You know what I’m saying?” to her message, speculation intensified in online spaces, with some fans suggesting she may have been indirectly commenting on the controversy surrounding ICE — and by extension, criticizing U.S. politics under President Donald

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Korean military pulls Cha Eun-woo content after tax evasion allegations

Singer actor Cha Eun-woo, recently embroiled in tax evasion allegations totaling 20 billion won ($14 million), is facing fallout in the public sector, as the military has begun removing videos featuring him from its platforms. The move by the Ministry of National Defense, which extensively used Cha in public relations campaigns in the past, is seen as an attempt to distance itself from the star amid growing public backlash over the allegations. On Wednesday, the Defense Media Agency deleted all videos featuring Cha from its official YouTube channel, KFN. He had previously appeared in four videos in a series called "The Day’s Military Story." After enlisting last July, Cha Eun-woo joined "The Day’s Military Story" as a "storyteller" last month, introducing episodes focused on military-related history. The latest video highlighted the story of U.S. Army Col. Dean Hess, who helped evacuate more than 1,000 war orphans to Jeju Island during the Korean War. As of wednesday, the videos are inaccessible. The Defense Media Agency did not provide an explanation for the decision. The development

TWS to release Korean-language version of Japanese debut

The Japanese debut single of TWS has made the jump to Korean and is set to drop as a digital single on Feb. 9, Pledis Entertainment announced Wednesday. The six-member act officially entered Japan in July 2025 with the single "Nice to See You Again," which debuted atop Oricon's Daily Single Ranking chart. It logged 250,000 shipments in the country and was certified platinum by the Recording Industry of Japan in September. The Japan leg of TWS' tour drew some 50,000 fans across 13 shows. The grou

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EXO Announces Stops For 2026 Tour EXO PLANET #6 “EXhOrizon”

Get ready—EXO is going on their sixth tour! On January 28, EXO announced stops for their new 2026 tour EXO PLANET #6 – “EXhOrizon,” which will kick off in Seoul from April 10 to 12 at the KSPO Dome. Following the Seoul stops, EXO will visit Ho Chi Minh City, Nagoya, Bangkok, Macau, Osaka, Jakarta,… The post appeared first on .

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Min Hee-jin denies tampering, blames NewJeans' family, third party

The legal team representative of former CEO of Ador Min Hee-jin denied allegations that she attempted to poach or “tamper with” members of NewJeans, claiming the accusations stem from a “national fraud” orchestrated by a member’s family and an outside business figure, during a press conference held Wednesday in Seoul. Min did not attend the event. Instead, her legal representative, lawyer Kim Sun-woong of Law Firm Ji-Am, spoke on her behalf. According to Kim, the press conference was held to add

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Park Ji-hoon breathes new life into tragic Joseon monarch in 'King's Warden'

Singer and actor Park Ji-hoon is taking a major step in his acting career with his big-screen debut, portraying one of Korea’s most tragic monarchs in the historical film "The King’s Warden.” Taking on the role of deposed King Danjong (1441–57) of the 1392-1910 Joseon Dynasty, the 26-year-old actor felt a deep respect for the character and the weight of portraying a historical figure who led a lonely and difficult life. "I was honestly scared when I first received the offer. I wondered if I could truly understand the heart of King Danjong, who lost his family and felt such emptiness," Park told The Korea Times, Tuesday. "I questioned whether I could express that depth of emotion in my first movie." “The King’s Warden” tells the story of the dethroned king during his exile as he forms unexpected bonds with villagers and Eom Heung-do, the village's head played by veteran actor Yoo Hae-jin. Through these relationships, the film explores how a fallen monarch finds the will to live once more. While history remembers him as a boy king who was deposed by his uncle and met a sorrow

Park Ji-hoon impresses critics in debut role as exiled monarch in “The King’s Warden”

Singer and actor Park Ji-hoon is taking a major step in his acting career with his big-screen debut, portraying one of Korea’s most tragic monarchs in the upcoming historical film "The King’s Warden.” Taking on the role of deposed King Danjong (1441–57) of the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910), the 26-year-old actor said he felt a deep respect for the character and the weight of portraying a historical figure who led a lonely and difficult life. "I was honestly scared when I first received the offer. I wondered if I could truly understand the heart of King Danjong, who lost his family and felt such emptiness," Park told The Korea Times, Tuesday. "I questioned whether I could express that depth of emotion in my first movie." “The King’s Warden” tells the story of the deposed king as he interacts with the villagers and Eom Heung-do, a village head played by veteran actor Yoo Hae-jin. Through these relationships, the film explores how a fallen monarch finds the will to live once more. While history remembers him as a boy king who was deposed by his uncle and met a sorrowful end, th

Min Hee-jin denies poaching allegations, says NewJeans tampering claim was stock scheme by outsiders

Former Ador CEO Min Hee-jin’s legal team on Wednesday denied allegations that she was involved in efforts to lure NewJeans away from their agency, arguing that the so-called “tampering” claims stem from actions taken by a family member of one of the members and an outside businessperson. Speaking at a press conference in Seoul’s Jongno District, attorney Kim Sun-woong of law firm Ji-Am addressed the media on Min’s behalf. He said Min was not able to attend due to psychological stress caused by the ongoing dispute. Kim emphasized that the purpose of the event was to clarify what he called the “truth and essence” of the poaching allegations, which are tied to lawsuits filed by Ador against Min. According to Kim, the allegations do not involve Min, but instead center on “a public scheme” carried out by the uncle of one NewJeans member and a businessperson. He claimed the two sought to use NewJeans and Min in an attempt to manipulate stock prices. The tampering allegations first surfaced in April 2024, when HYBE Labels launched an internal audit of Min. HYBE accused Min of

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Why Gwanghwamun? The symbolism behind BTS’ historic comeback stage

BTS' conditional approval to perform at Gwanghwamun Square in March is garnering huge hype, as it will be the group’s first stage as a complete unit since 2022. With BTS set to be the first K-pop group to host an exclusive live performance at the historic landmark, curiosity is mounting. While the square sees countless performances and cultural events, it has never been reserved in this manner. This exclusive arrangement underscores the group's massive influence, while also prompting curiosity a

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Cha Eun-woo’s fans stand firm amid tax evasion allegations

Cha Eun-woo, one of Korea’s most popular singer-actors, is facing allegations of large-scale tax evasion — yet public attention is now turning to the wave of emotional support filling his social media accounts. The ASTRO member and actor recently became embroiled in allegations involving roughly 20 billion won ($14.6 million) in unpaid taxes, an amount that would mark the largest tax penalty ever imposed on a South Korean celebrity if confirmed. On Monday, Cha posted a lengthy apology on his personal social media account, directly addressing the controversy. In the statement, he said he had taken time to reflect on whether he had fulfilled his duty as a taxpayer with sufficient responsibility and seriousness. He also said that if he were not currently serving as a soldier, he would have personally visited those affected to offer an apology in person. Cha added that he would fully cooperate with all ongoing tax-related procedures and accept the final judgment of authorities with humility, taking responsibility accordingly. The allegations came as a shock to many fans, given Cha’s de

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Pentagon to reunite for award show: report

Pentagon will perform at a music award ceremony next month featuring all members, according to a local media report on Wednesday. The group will reportedly put together a special performance to celebrate 10 years together at the Hanteo Music Awards taking place Feb. 15. The group debuted in 2016 as a 10-member team and continued with nine members after Dawn left in 2018. Six members parted ways with Cube Entertainment in 2023 when their contracts expired, and Jinho did so last year. Leader and s

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“Music Bank” Confirms ILLIT’s Minju And Moon Sang Min Are Leaving

ILLIT’s Minju and Moon Sang Min will be stepping down from KBS 2TV’s “Music Bank.” On January 28, a representative of KBS confirmed that the two “Music Bank” MCs would be leaving the weekly music show. Minju and Moon Sang Min’s final episode of “Music Bank” will air this week on January 30, after which… The post appeared first on .

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RIIZE’s Shotaro Personally Denies Dating Rumors With aespa’s Giselle

RIIZE’s Shotaro has personally spoken up to deny rumors that he is romantically involved with aespa’s Giselle. Recently, dating rumors between Shotaro and Giselle began spreading online after some claimed that the two had been spotted on a video call. On January 29 KST, Shotaro held a Weverse live broadcast during which some viewers spammed… The post appeared first on .

IVE’s Liz And Rei Officially Named Brand Ambassadors For Valentino

It’s official: IVE’s Liz and Rei are the new faces of Valentino! On January 28, Maison Valentino officially announced that Liz and Rei would be attending its Haute Couture fashion show in Paris later that day as new brand ambassadors for the luxury fashion house. As they prepared to jet off to Paris for the… The post appeared first on .

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MBC Announces Cancellation Of “Music Core In Macau”

MBC’s “Music Core in Macau” has officially been canceled. On January 28, MBC released an official statement announcing the decision, citing local circumstances and overall conditions. MBC also shared that it will consider moving forward with the concert again in the future if a more stable environment is established. “Music Core in Macau” was originally… The post appeared first on .

Jang Won Young’s Agency Clarifies Rumors About Her Personal Project FOREVER:CHERRY

STARSHIP Entertainment has clarified rumors about Jang Won Young’s personal project FOREVER:CHERRY. Previously, IVE’s Jang Won Young hinted at her project titled FOREVER:CHERRY through its official Instagram account, and recent trademark applications filed under her name led to speculations that the IVE member is starting her own business. Regarding these rumors, STARSHIP Entertainment released the… The post appeared first on .

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“IDOL I” Comes To A Close + “Spring Fever” Sees Slight Rise In Ratings

ENA’s “IDOL I” came to an end last night! According to Nielsen Korea, the final episode of “IDOL I” starring Sooyoung and Kim Jae Yeong garnered an average nationwide viewership rating of 2.8 percent. This is a 0.6 percent decrease from its previous episode’s rating of 3.4 percent. Meanwhile, episode 8 of tvN’s “Spring Fever” earned an… The post appeared first on .

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Taecyeon And Isomura Hayato’s New Japanese Romance Drama “Soul Mate” Confirms Premiere Date

Upcoming drama “Soul Mate” is gearing up for premiere! On January 27, Netflix unveiled the 2026 content lineup for Netflix Japan including 2PM’s Taecyeon and Isomura Hayato’s drama “Soul Mate.” Written and directed by Hashizume Shunki, “Soul Mate” will tell a love story between two men that spans 10 years and traverses the cities of… The post appeared first on .

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