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Mar 3, 20269:52 AM
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World's 1st deaf K-pop act Big Ocean turns prejudice into power in 'The Greatest Battle'
The world’s first deaf idol group, Big Ocean, returned Tuesday with its third mini album, “THE GREATEST BATTLE,” a release that channels the group’s experience of perseverance into its most intense statement yet. While earlier Big Ocean releases leaned into brightness and hope, “THE GREATEST BATTLE” sharpens its tone. The group embraces a more restrained, powerful atmosphere that reflects the realities they have faced as a K-pop group with hearing impairments. At a media showcase at the Showking K-pop Center in Seoul's Mapo District Tuesday, members PJ, Chanyeon and Jiseok unveiled the new performances and shared the meaning behind the new project. “The theme of this album is a great battle won after a difficult fight,” Jiseok said. “We have lived fiercely while fighting prejudice against our disability. But it’s not just us. Everyone is fighting their own battles. We wanted to send support to all of them.” The album features a total of eight tracks, including double title songs “One Man Army” and “Cold Moon,” B-sides “Alive” and “Back,” and instrume
Mar 3, 20269:45 PM
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ENHYPEN, IVE, KiiiKiii, TWICE, And More Top Circle Weekly Charts
Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has revealed its chart rankings for the week of February 15 to 21! Album Chart ENHYPEN topped the physical album chart with their latest mini album “THE SIN : VANISH,” which returned to No. 1 this week. ZEROBASEONE’s special limited album “RE-FLOW” re-entered the chart at No. 2,… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 202611:39 AM
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Park Bom alleges she was scapegoated in bandmate’s drug case
Park Bom of K-pop group 2NE1 said Tuesday that she had been used as a scapegoat to cover up a fellow bandmate’s alleged drug scandal, sharing a handwritten letter on social media that quickly sparked controversy. However, a close associate told local media that the post appeared to stem from the singer’s unstable condition. In the note, Park said she suffers from attention deficit disorder, stressing her lack of illegal drug use. She then alleged that she had been falsely labeled a “drug addict”
Mar 3, 202610:02 AM
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BABYMONSTER under pressure as YG seeks BLACKPINK successor
Approaching its second anniversary, K-pop girl band BABYMONSTER is struggling to establish itself as YG Entertainment's definitive flagship act. The group's momentum has been hindered by inconsistent recent releases and the agency's launch of a massive new audition project. The seven-member multinational group debuted amid high expectations in 2024. As YG's first new girl group since BLACKPINK, the highly promoted trainees initially stumbled with the 2023 pre-debut track "Batter Up." Released without member Ahyeon, the track underperformed and faced criticism for a dated concept. YG pivoted by bringing Ahyeon back for the group's official debut in early 2024. The strategy paid off immediately. The group's first mini-album, "BABYMONSTER," sold more than 400,000 copies in its first week. This set a record for the highest first-week sales of a K-pop girl group debut album at the time. The group gained traction with the title track "Sheesh" and the subsequent full-length album lead "Drip." Both releases shed the criticized elements of "Batter Up." They earned praise for showcasing YG's signa
Mar 3, 20263:42 PM
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BTS Unveils Track List For New Album “ARIRANG”
ARMY, prepare to feast: the wait for new BTS music is nearly over! On March 4 at midnight KST, BIGHIT MUSIC released the track list for BTS’s upcoming fifth full-length album “ARIRANG.” The album, which is due out on March 20 at 1 p.m. KST, will feature a total of 14 songs, including the title… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20263:29 PM
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Watch: YG Announces 2026 Plans, Including BIGBANG Tour And New Boy Group Debut
YG Entertainment has big plans for 2026! On March 4 at midnight KST, YG Entertainment released an announcement video in which founder Yang Hyun Suk shared the agency’s plans for the year ahead. BIGBANG According to Yang Hyun Suk, BIGBANG will be kicking off a global tour this year in celebration of the 20th anniversary… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20269:07 AM
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Rookie group Tunexx launches ‘Set By Us Only’ with message of self-identity
Rookie boy group Tunexx has officially stepped into the spotlight with its debut mini album "Set By Us Only," breaking away from fixed standards and moving with its own frequency. “Like our slogan ‘Tune in to our frequency,’ we want to grow by matching our wavelength with fans,” member Donggyu said during a media showcase held at Yes24 Live Hall in Seoul on Tuesday. Fronting the mini album with a hip-hop-based sound, the main track "Evidence I'm Alive" delivers a bold message of self-definition
Mar 3, 20266:37 AM
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How Blackpink weaves Korean heritage in 'Go'
With the release of Blackpink's long-awaited EP "Deadline," attention has shifted not only to the group's new music, but also to traditional Korean cultural elements woven into the music video for lead track "Go." Viewers quickly began dissecting the video's visual motifs, noting that several aspects appeared to draw heavily from traditional Korean aesthetics. The music video for "Go" includes ornamental patterns such as the "sujamun" — a stylized rendering of the hanja character for "su" — that
Mar 3, 20266:37 AM
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From 'Produce 101' viral wink to '10 million actor' — Park Ji-hoon’s stunning rise
Once known for a viral wink and the catchphrase “Save you in my heart,” Park Ji-hoon is now on the verge of joining Korea’s elite “10 million actor” club. The historical drama film “The King’s Warden” has surpassed 9 million moviegoers as of March 2, putting it within striking distance of the coveted 10 million mark — a benchmark in the Korean film industry that signals blockbuster status. The film surpassed 8 million admissions on March 1 and added another 1 million in just one day, signaling strong word-of-mouth momentum and what local observers describe as an unstoppable “Wangsanam” syndrome — a shorthand nickname for the film’s Korean title. With the surge, lead actors including Yoo Hae-jin, Park Ji-hoon and Yoo Ji-tae are poised to add a “10 million film” credit to their filmographies. Park, who plays King Danjong in the film, has drawn particular attention. Riding the movie’s success, his earlier starring drama “Weak Hero” has seen renewed popularity on Netflix, climbing streaming rankings in a so-called reverse run — a term used in Korea when
Mar 3, 20265:32 AM
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BoA founds own agency after 25 years with SM
K-pop singer BoA has established her own management agency after departing SM Entertainment late last year, ending her 25 years with the label. The 39-year-old launched BApal Entertainment seeking a new system to clarify her musical direction, the newly formed agency said in a statement Tuesday. The company's name combines her stage name with the word "pal," signifying the artist and her friends, the statement added. "Precious memories and valuable experiences built over a long career are the most important assets that shaped the solid artist BoA is today," an aide to the singer said. "Based on what she has learned so far, she will further strengthen the depth of her music."
Mar 3, 20263:05 AM
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BTS concert prompts closure of Gyeongbokgung, museums and theaters
Less than three weeks before BTS takes the stage at Gwanghwamun Square on March 21, the city is preparing for large crowds, with authorities announcing safety measures and temporary closures of nearby historic sites and cultural venues. The Korea Heritage Service said Gyeongbokgung, the main royal palace of Joseon (1392-1910) in Gwanghwamun, will be closed, with its parking lot shuttered and public access restricted. Officials said an emergency task force for palaces would be activated to conduc
Mar 3, 20262:49 AM
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Unis to host fan meetup in Japan
Girl group Unis will meet and greet fans in Japan later this month at a fan meeting in Tokyo, agency F&F Entertainment announced Tuesday. The multinational group of eight will be returning to the Japanese capital about nine months after its Asian fan concert tour. Under the title “Moshi Moshi This is Unis!” the octet will take the stage twice on March 29. The event is named after the digital single it dropped in the country last year between the releases of “Shaking My Head” and “Mwah….” The Tok
Mar 3, 20262:20 AM
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BoA sets up own agency
BoA established her own management company, BApal Entertainment, the agency said Tuesday. “BoA went for a new structure to better realize her musical direction,” added the newly established company. BoA parted ways with SM Entertainment in December after 25 years. She debuted in 2000 at the age of 14 and led the first wave of Korean culture across Asia, paving the way for K-pop artists abroad. She was a breakout hit in Japan in particular and has two million-selling albums tallied by the Oricon
Mar 3, 202611:22 PM
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March Individual Rookie Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual rookie idols! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various rookie idols, using big data collected from February 4 to March 4. ILLIT’s Wonhee continued her reign at the… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20264:32 PM
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“M Countdown X Mega Concert” Announces 1st Lineup
“M Countdown X Mega Concert” has revealed its first lineup of performing artists! Mnet’s “M Countdown” and Mega MGC Coffee are teaming up to hold a large-scale music festival at Incheon’s INSPIRE Arena on May 30. On March 3, it was announced that EXO, NCT WISH, and Hearts2Hearts would be performing at the upcoming show.… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20262:58 PM
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tripleS’s OT24 Hong Kong Concert Canceled
tripleS’s OT24 “My Secret New Zone” concert in Hong Kong has been canceled. On March 3, MODHAUS officially announced that tripleS’s concert in Hong Kong, which was originally scheduled to be held on March 14, would no longer be taking place. The agency explained that the concert had been “unavoidably canceled due to the organizer’s… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 202611:53 AM
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Kim Min Ju Reflects On Playing A Pure-Hearted Character Who Grows Through Life’s Challenges In “Still Shining”
Kim Min Ju has shared her thoughts on her upcoming drama “Still Shining”! “Still Shining” is a drama about young people who once shared a world of their own and gradually become each other’s source of trust and the light that guides their lives. Kim Min Ju plays Mo Eun Ah, a former hotelier who… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 202610:55 AM
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Krystal Shares Why She Joined “Mad Concrete Dreams” And Hints At Her Character’s Intense Journey
Krystal has hinted at her character’s major transformation in the upcoming drama “Mad Concrete Dreams.” “Mad Concrete Dreams” is a thriller drama that follows Ki Soo Jong (Ha Jung Woo), a struggling landlord who becomes entangled in crime to protect his family and property. While he achieves the coveted status of a landlord, mounting debts… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20265:54 AM
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BoA Establishes Her Own Agency + Shares Stunning New Profile Photos
BoA is embarking on a new journey with her newly established agency BApal Entertainment! On March 3, BoA posted on social media, tagging the official account of BApal Entertainment, to announce that she launched her own one-person agency. Previously, she had ended her 25-year partnership with SM Entertainment at the end of last year. The… The post appeared first on .
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Mar 3, 20266:10 AM
[Exclusive] Big Bang’s T.O.P to make solo comeback through wine label T’Spot
T.O.P, formerly the rapper of boy band Big Bang, is preparing for his long-awaited solo comeback, with plans to release an album under his own wine company, Topspot Pictures, also known as T’Spot, industry sources said Tuesday. While the music will be issued through T’Spot, his acting agency, Hiin Entertainment, is expected to oversee promotional activities. “After discussions with several companies, including Sony Music, he decided to release the new album under his own label, Topspot,” a sourc
Mar 3, 20265:13 AM
Lotte Cinema to screen NCT Dream's world tour finale live
Lotte Cinema will exclusively screen two performances from NCT Dream's ongoing world tour, the multiplex chain said Tuesday. Available at 18 Lotte Cinema locations nationwide, the screenings will cover the March 21 and 28 gigs of "The Dream Show 4: Future the Dream Finale," the closing leg of the group's fourth concert tour. Both take place at the KSPO Dome in Seoul's Olympic Park, as part of a six-show run spread across two weekends, March 20-22 and March 27-29. Tickets go on sale Wednesday at
Mar 3, 20265:02 AM
How BLACKPINK’s Rosé maintains her signature blonde might surprise you
Flying 12 hours to Los Angeles — only to stay less than 12 hours — sounds brutal enough. Doing it repeatedly while battling physical pain makes it worse. But what caught fans’ attention was not the grueling schedule — it was BLACKPINK’s Rosé quietly upgrading her stylist to business class for a one-day trip. Rosé has become the subject of online praise after her longtime hairstylist shared a behind-the-scenes story about the singer’s generosity. The anecdote surfaced in a recent video on the YouTube channel Workers’s High, titled “BP Rosé’s 7-Year Blonde Secret & LA Day Trips | ChaCha.” In the video, celebrity hair artist Cha Jong-hyun — known professionally as ChaCha — spoke about working with global K-pop stars including BLACKPINK, Sunmi and i-dle. He said Rosé has maintained her signature platinum blonde hair since debut, even at the cost of scalp damage, requiring root touch-ups every two weeks. That two-week schedule continues even when Rosé is overseas. “When it has been two weeks since bleaching and Rosé is in the U.S. or Paris, I go,” Cha said.
Mar 3, 20264:06 AM
Ive’s prerelease sits atop all K-charts despite lagging album sales
Ive has dominated all music charts at home for two weeks in a row with “Bang Bang,” its agency Starship Entertainment said Tuesday. The single, dropped last month ahead of the release of Ive's second LP “Revive+,” swept all charts in Korea, a first for a song released this year, and is maintaining the top spot for another week. The electronic dance tune has earned the six-member group four trophies from music chart shows. The 12-track set, however, did not meet sales expectations. It sold less t
Mar 3, 20261:35 AM
Itzy’s Yuna to roll out 1st solo album
Yuna of Itzy will release her first solo EP “Ice Cream” on March 23, her label JYP Entertainment announced Monday. In the teaser video for the upcoming endeavor, Yuna showed her range, transforming from pure and innocent to hip and chic, before taking over the screen in a white dress. Yuna is the youngest member of Itzy and will be the second to release a solo album. The physical album in the US will hit the stores on March 27, along with a remix version of the main track. Separately, Itzy will
Mar 3, 20267:25 PM
Yena Announces Dates And Cities For 2026 Live Tour
Yena is heading abroad on tour! On March 3, Yena officially announced her plans for her upcoming “So Near, Yet So Far, Another Wo2ld” live tour of Asia. After kicking things off with two nights of shows in Seoul on April 4 and 5, Yena will be performing in Macau on April 25, Taipei on… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20262:20 PM
Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual idols! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 1,730 idols, using big data collected from January 24 to February 24. BTS’s Jimin held onto his spot at the top… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 202610:21 AM
Park Jinyoung And Kim Min Ju Rate Their Chemistry 100 Points And Reflect On Their Characters’ Bond In “Still Shining”
Park Jinyoung and Kim Min Ju have shared more insights into their upcoming drama “Still Shining”! “Still Shining” is a drama about young people who once shared a world of their own and gradually become each other’s source of trust and the light that guides their lives. Park Jinyoung stars as Yeon Tae Seo, while… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20269:11 AM
Watch: Baby DONT Cry Announces Comeback With Trailer For 1st Mini Album “AFTER CRY”
Baby DONT Cry is gearing up for their return! On March 3, a trailer titled “The Story Begins Here” was released for the P NATION girl group’s upcoming mini album “AFTER CRY.” This will mark Baby DONT Cry’s first comeback in four months since their previous single “I DONT CARE” and also their first ever… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20268:11 AM
Lee Soo Hyuk, Yoo In Na, Gong Min Jung, And More Spark Life Into Jisoo’s Virtual and Real Worlds In New Drama “Boyfriend On Demand”
Netflix’s upcoming drama “Boyfriend on Demand” has unveiled new stills! 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 of… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20263:20 AM
Nana Transforms Into An Informant Who Shakes The Political And Entertainment World In New Drama “Climax”
ENA’s upcoming drama “Climax” has unveiled the first stills of Nana in character! “Climax” follows the fierce survival story of prosecutor Bang Tae Seob (Ju Ji Hoon), who dives into a power-driven cartel in order to rise to the top of South Korea’s power ladder. Nana plays Hwang Jung Won, an informant who moves between… The post appeared first on .
Mar 3, 20261:52 AM
Park Ji Hoon Is A Lonely Dethroned King In Special Poster For “The King’s Warden” Celebrating 9 Million Moviegoers
“The King’s Warden” is celebrating 9 million moviegoers with a special poster! “The King’s Warden” is the first Korean film to center on the hidden story of King Danjong (Park Ji Hoon). The sixth king of Joseon, Danjong ascended the throne at age 12 but was dethroned by his uncle Grand Prince Suyang and exiled… The post appeared first on .