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Nmixx drops new single

Nmixx published a new single on Thursday, “Tic Tic Feat. Pabllo Vittar,” JYP Entertainment has announced. The six-member group brought the song to the stage for the first time at Carnival in Sao Paulo earlier this month. The fast-paced Latin pop number is its second collaboration with Brazilian drag queen and musical artist Pabllo Vittar. The group's Lily also participated in writing the lyrics that champion living life to the fullest. On Wednesday, Nmixx took to the stage in Chile at Festival d

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BLACKPINK's Jisoo eyes queen of rom-com crown with 'Boyfriend on Demand'

SEOUL, Feb. 26 (Yonhap) -- "Boyfriend on Demand" may not be so far-fetched after...

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo explores virtual dating in Netflix rom-com

Undeterred by criticism of her previous acting, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo now has her eyes set on rom-com queen status in the upcoming Netflix series “Boyfriend on Demand.” The singer-actress will portray Mi-rae, an exhausted webtoon producer who finds escape in a mysterious app that delivers a custom-fit heartthrob boyfriend each month to tend to her emotional needs. “Virtual reality didn’t feel like a distant future, and my character, Mi-rae, is about my age too. I chose this project because I could really relate myself to the way Mi-rae wrestles with her worries and works through them,” the actor shared during a press conference for the show at JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul on Thursday. The virtual dating subscription in the show delivers 900 themed dates at the slip of a simple device, letting anyone dive into risk-free romance, hitting home for today’s burned-out people, where even dating feels like just another grind. “As a total homebody, when I saw the device, I immediately thought, ‘You could travel through all kinds of worlds without ever leaving your house,’

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'REVERXE' becomes EXO's 8th million-seller

K-pop boy group EXO has sold more than 1 million copies of its eighth studio album, "REVERXE," the group's agency SM Entertainment said Thursday. It became the band's eighth album to hit the 1 million mark since its 2013 first studio album, "XOXO." The new album reached No. 1 on iTunes' Top Albums chart in 48 countries and regions around the world upon its release Jan. 19. EXO will launch its sixth concert tour at KSPO Dome in southern Seoul from April 10 to 12, performing tracks from the album for local fans before heading overseas.

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'REVERXE' becomes EXO's 8th million-seller

SEOUL, Feb. 26 (Yonhap) -- K-pop boy group EXO has sold more than 1 million copi...

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BTS' Jung Kook’s candid livestream reveals pressures behind idol life

BTS member Jung Kook has sparked online debate after hosting a late-night drinking livestream in which he spoke candidly about quitting smoking and vented frustration about agency constraints — a rare unscripted moment from one of K-pop’s most tightly managed global stars. The singer went live at around 3:30 a.m. on Thursday and chatted with fans for roughly 90 minutes. He said he had been drinking with a close friend he currently lives with and his older brother, appearing more relaxed and outspoken than in typical idol broadcasts. During the stream, Jung Kook revealed he quit smoking. “I used to smoke a lot. But I really worked hard and quit,” he said. He added, “The moment I say this, the company will make a fuss again,” referring to his agency BigHit Music, part of HYBE — the entertainment company behind BTS. At one point, he openly vented about restrictions he feels as a celebrity. “I don’t even know what I’m talking about. It’s frustrating. I’m annoyed. I’ll live the way I want,” he said. He continued, “I just want to be happy. I know I can’t. How ma

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Cortis goes retro in new teaser

Cortis announced Thursday that it will share lyrics of a side track from its upcoming album through a typing practice program. The group is set to bring out a new album in April, including “YoungCreatorCrew,” which the group unveiled when it headlined the NBA Crosscover Concert Series earlier in February in Los Angeles. The rookie boy band also joined the lineup for the halftime show at the NBA All Star Celebrity Game. The US gigs, boosted by the group's participation on the soundtrack for Holly

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What Jung Kook's intensive training signals for March BTS concert

Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. BTS member Jung Kook has sparked buzz after sharing proof of intense treadmill training roughly a month before a planned concert in Gwanghwamun on March 21. Jung Kook recently posted a treadmill workout record on social media with the short caption “A-ja-ja.” The data showed he ran 8.02 kilometers over 1 hour and 19 minutes, highlighting notable endurance. His average pace of 9 minutes 50 seconds per kilometer suggested sustained aerobic effort, underscoring how seriously the “performance-type artist” is managing his fitness ahead of the March concert. Average heart rate 168 BPM indicates high-intensity training Born in 1997, Jung Kook is 28 years old. The estimated maximum heart rate for men in their late 20s is about 190-195 beats per minute. His average heart rate of 168 BPM corresponds to roughly 85-90 percent of that maximum, indicating he was exercising not at a light jogging level but within a high-intensity aerobic zone (Zone 4). High-intensity aerobic exercise rapidly improves cardiorespiratory endurance. In practical terms, it

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Seo In Guk And Jisoo Spark The Beginning Of Heart-Fluttering Romance In New Drama “Boyfriend On Demand” Poster

Netflix’s upcoming drama “Boyfriend on Demand” has unveiled a new poster! Helmed by director Kim Jung Sik of “Work Later, Drink Now” and “Not Others,” “Boyfriend on Demand” is a romantic comedy that follows Seo Mi Rae (BLACKPINK’s Jisoo), an overworked webtoon producer who subscribes to a virtual dating simulation service to experience the dates… The post appeared first on .

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AKMU's Lee Chan-hyuk, Jennie sweep major prizes at Korean Music Awards

SEOUL, Feb. 27 (Yonhap) -- Lee Chan-hyuk, the brother of the sibling duo AKMU, c...

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[Graphic News] 9 in 10 BTS fans motivated to study Korean

More than 9 in 10 overseas BTS fans have studied Korean, with their love for the group cited as the main motivation, a recent survey shows. The Multicultural Convergence Research Institute surveyed fans from 69 countries and found that 93.4 percent had learned Korean, mostly at the beginner level. Only 7.8 percent attended in-person classes, with most using apps and online videos. Over half had studied for less than a year, with 54 percent aiming for TOPIK 4 level proficiency, which is high inte

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Fans get first listen to BLACKPINK's new album at National Museum of Korea

SEOUL — The lights inside the National Museum of Korea in central Seoul had already gone out for the night Thursday, but the marble-floored lobby still buzzed with quiet excitement. Dozens of BLACKPINK fans, phones raised and faces lit by a soft pink light, walked toward the end of the main corridor where an exclusive prelistening of the girl group's new album was about to begin. The event, co-hosted by the K-pop quartet and the museum in partnership with Spotify, offered about 300 selected fans a rare preview of "Deadline," a day before the album's release. It marks the quartet's first album involving all members in four years since "Born Pink." In the corridor known as the "path of history," a giant carpet reading "BLACKPINK WILL MAKE YOU" led visitors to a seating zone surrounding the digitally restored Gwanggaeto the Great Stele. The memorial stele for the tomb of Gwanggaeto the Great, the 19th monarch of the ancient Korean kingdom of Goguryeo (37 B.C.-A.D. 668), is an iconic national heritage of ancient Korean history. As the opening beats of last year's prerelease track "Jump" rev

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Fans get first listen to BLACKPINK's new album at National Museum of Korea

SEOUL, Feb. 26 (Yonhap) -- The lights inside the National Museum of Korea in cen...

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The man beside Min Hee-jin: NewJeans choreographer Black Q draws attention

The identity of the man who stood beside former Ador CEO Min Hee-jin at her recent press conference has sparked online interest — and fans quickly identified him as Black Q, the choreographer widely known as a key creative force behind K-pop group NewJeans. Min, now head of the newly launched label Ooak Records, held a press conference in Seoul on Wednesday to announce her legal victory in a stock payment lawsuit and outline future plans. During the brief appearance, she read a prepared statement proposing that she would forgo the 25.6 billion won ($19.2 million) awarded in the ruling if HYBE agreed to halt all ongoing legal disputes with her. She entered, read the statement in under 10 minutes without taking questions and exited — but attention shifted to the man who escorted and assisted her offstage. He was later identified as choreographer Black Q (Kim Young-hoo). ‘Father of NewJeans’ choreography Black Q gained public recognition in 2022 through Mnet’s dance competition show “Street Man Fighter” as part of the crew Eoddae. He later worked as a performance director at Ad

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Exo achieves 8th million-seller with “Reverxe”

Exo has added another milestone to its career with its eighth million-selling album. The group’s eighth LP, “Reverxe,” released on Jan. 19, surpassed 1 million cumulative copies sold as of the morning of Jan. 26, making it the group's eighth album to do so. Since first reaching the milestone with its 2013 first LP “XOXO (Kiss & Hug),” the group has consistently delivered strong album sales, solidifying its status as one of K-pop’s leading acts. The main track “Crown” drew attention for its signa

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2PM’s Ok Taec-yeon to keep wedding private to protect fiancée, agency says

2PM member and actor Taec-yeon will keep details of his upcoming wedding private out of consideration for his fiancée, who is not a celebrity, his agency confirmed. On Wednesday, a representative for 51K addressed reports that the singer-actor is set to marry in April, saying the ceremony “will be held privately, including the schedule and all related details, in consideration of his fiancée, who is not a public figure.” “We ask for your understanding that it is difficult to share specific information regarding the wedding,” the agency added. “Please send your warm blessings and support as Taec-yeon begins this new chapter of his life.” Earlier in the day, local media reported that Taec-yeon would hold his wedding on April 24 at a location in Seoul, drawing attention from fans both in Korea and abroad. News of his engagement was first revealed in November. At the time, his agency said Taec-yeon and his fiancée had “promised to spend their lives together” after a long-term relationship. The wedding, they added, would take place in the spring in Seoul with only family me

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Ive ‘graduates’ with 2nd LP release

The six members of Ive invited fans to a “graduation party,” shared via its YouTube channel Wednesday. The girl group has been releasing a series of graduation-themed content in celebration of both Leeseo turning 20 and the group dropping its second full album. “We are having a graduation ceremony signifying that we will be reborn as new ‘Ive,’” Gaeul explained, with the six of them dressed in school uniforms. The group released second LP “Revive+” on Monday and will perform main track “Blackhol

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Enhypen drops live clip for 'No Way Back'

Enhypen uploaded a music video for “No Way Back (Feat. So!YoON!)” on Wednesday. It is a live clip for the B-side track from the group's seventh EP “The Sin: Vanish,” giving fans another look and listen to the alternative R&B tune that portrays mixed feelings at the start of running away. The video for the collaboration with indie rock band Se So Neon’s vocalist Hwang Soyoon was unveiled earlier this month. The EP, released last month, entered the Billboard 200 at No. 2 and is now in its fifth co

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LE SSERAFIM, TWICE, BABYMONSTER, And HUNTR/X Earn RIAJ Platinum Certifications For Streaming In Japan

The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2020, the RIAJ implemented a new certification system for online streaming of songs, as an addition to its pre-existing certification systems for physical album shipments and digital download sales. According to the new system, songs are certified silver once… The post appeared first on .

Watch: IVE Takes 1st Win For “BANG BANG” On “M Countdown”; Performances By NCT JNJM, Hearts2Hearts, And More

IVE has won their first music show trophy for their pre-release track “BANG BANG”! On the February 26 episode of M Countdown, the candidates for first place were IVE’s “BANG BANG” and KiiiKiii’s “404 (New Era).” IVE ultimately took the prize with a total of 7,985 points. Congratulations to IVE! Watch the winner announcement and encore below!… The post appeared first on .

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Golden Child’s Joochan Parts Ways With Woollim Entertainment

Golden Child’s Joochan will be leaving Woollim Entertainment. On February 26, Woollim Entertainment released the following statement: Hello, this is Woollim Entertainment. We would like to inform you that the exclusive contract of HONG JOOCHAN, a member of Golden Child, will come to an end. Following a long period of sincere and extensive discussions, both… The post appeared first on .

Kian84, Kim Yeon Koung, Lee Junho, And LE SSERAFIM’s Kazuha Confirmed For “Kian’s Bizarre B&B” Season 2

“Kian’s Bizarre B&B” Season 2 has officially unveiled its cast lineup! “Kian’s Bizarre B&B” is a Netflix variety show in which Kian84 and his castmates run a one-of-a-kind guesthouse. Season 1 featured Kian84, BTS’s Jin, and Ji Ye Eun operating a unique lodging on the scenic island of Ulleungdo, offering guests an unforgettable hospitality experience. The newly… The post appeared first on .

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