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Trial opens for Ador's damage suit against former NewJeans member, ex-CEO

A trial for the damage suit filed by Ador, a subsidiary of K-pop giant HYBE Labels, against former NewJeans member Danielle and former Ador CEO Min Hee-jin opened on Thursday, showing no end in sight for the dispute that began in 2024. In December last year, Ador filed the damage suit against the idol, her mother and the label's former CEO, claiming 43.1 billion won ($28.6 mil.) in compensation for causing delay to the resumption of NewJeans' activities. At the preliminary hearing held at the Seoul Central District Court on Thursday, legal representatives of the label and the idol clashed over the pace of the proceedings. "Danielle is an idol, and this is the most brilliant period of her career," her legal representatives said accusing Ador of dragging out the case, also pointing to the inclusion of Danielle's mother in the suit. "If this lawsuit is drawn out, she (Danielle) will inevitably suffer harm. Ador, as an entertainment agency, knows this well." Ador's legal team rejected the characterization, arguing that the lawsuit concerned damages and penalties only and had no bearing on Da

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BTS is back with Jimmy Fallon, performs 'SWIM' at Guggenheim Museum

BTS appeared on NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on Wednesday night to talk about its new album and its recent live performance at the heart of Seoul. As frequent visitors to the show, the seven members were visibly at home, chatting with Fallon with ease and warmth. Reflecting on the recent performance at the historic Gwanghwamun Square, which was livestreamed globally on Netflix, J-hope said, "We did everything we could to prepare and show it to you. We have even more to show you going forward." On their fifth studio album "ARIRANG," RM explained the title is a folk song that every Korean grows up listening and knowing. "I think it is the song that represents Korea the most. There are lots of emotions in it, from joy and longing to sorrow and resistance," he said. "We hope that our new songs can carry that same universal appeal (to global fans)." Jin spoke about the joy of being back together as a team, saying, "With the members back by my side, even the same moves felt more powerful and confident. I realized how much they mean to me." The septet also performed "SWIM," the

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BTS is back with Jimmy Fallon, performs 'Swim' at Guggenheim Museum

SEOUL, March 26 (Yonhap) -- BTS appeared on NBC's "The Tonight Show Starring Jim...

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San E Welcomes His First Child

Rapper San E has officially become a father! On March 25, San E shared the joyful news on his personal Instagram account, posting a heartwarming photo featuring himself, his wife, and their newborn child. He wrote, “I’ve become a father. Thank you, God. Thank you to everyone who congratulated us.” San E tied the knot… The post appeared first on .

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BIGHIT MUSIC Provides Updates On Legal Proceedings Against Violation Of BTS’s Rights

BTS’s agency has provided updates on legal measures taken to protect their artists. On March 26, BIGHIT MUSIC released the following official statement: Hello.This is BIGHIT MUSIC. We would like to provide an update on legal proceedings against violations of BTS’s rights as of the first quarter of 2026. 1. Legal Action Regarding Organized and… The post appeared first on .

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Producer El Capitxn debuts as an artist with single ‘Breaking Through’

K-pop producer El Capitxn made his official debut as an artist with the release of his first single, “Breaking Through” on Thursday. El Capitxn was part of boy band History in 2013, but is best known for producing hits, including BTS’ “Take Two,” Agust D’s “Daechwita,” IU’s “Eight,” Jungkook’s “Stay Alive” and Tomorrow X Together’s “Farewell, Neverland.” With “Breaking Through,” El Capitxn steps into the spotlight as a solo artist, marking a new chapter in his career. The track explores the mome

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BTS dominates Oricon charts with 5th LP

BTS claimed the top spots of Oricon’s weekly, weekly combined and weekly digital album rankings in Japan with its fifth studio album, “Arirang,” according to charts published Wednesday. The album generated 11,851 downloads, as tallied by Oricon -- the most ever for an international act and tenth most overall in chart history. Focus track “Swim” also stayed atop Spotify’s global songs chart for a third day, after holding all top 14 spots with tracks from the LP, which hailed the septet’s full-gro

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BOYNEXTDOOR Confirms Plans For May Return

It’s official: BOYNEXTDOOR is gearing up to return in May! On March 26, JoyNews24 reported that according to multiple industry insiders, BOYNEXTDOOR was preparing to make a comeback with a new song in May. Later that day, BOYNEXTDOOR leader Jaehyun confirmed the rumors by changing his Weverse bio to read, “New song in May.” The… The post appeared first on .

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‘It’s more Korean than Korean’: Dumbfoundead on ‘KPop Demon Hunters’

As Korean culture gains global momentum, questions of identity and authenticity are increasingly moving to the forefront — particularly for Korean American artists navigating both worlds. For Jonnie Park, also known by the stage name Dumbfoundead, the premise itself is flawed. “Being Korean American means you’re 100 percent Korean and 100 percent American. It’s not 50-50,” he said. Rejecting the long-standing narrative that Korean Americans exist between two worlds, Park instead frames identity

TWICE’s Chaeyoung To Modify Upcoming Scheduled Activities Due To Health

JYP Entertainment has shared updates in schedule changes for TWICE’s Chaeyoung due to her health. On March 26, JYP Entertainment released the following statement: Hi, this is JYP Entertainment. We would like to provide an update regarding TWICE member Chaeyoung’s departure schedule. While preparing to depart today, Chaeyoung suddenly experienced discomfort in her lower back… The post appeared first on .

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BTS turns cities into stage with ‘ARIRANG’ comeback spectacle

The global return of BTS did not begin with a song alone. It lit up skylines, bridged continents and turned some of the world’s most recognizable landmarks into a synchronized stage. The seven-member group unveiled a sweeping multimedia project, “BTS THE CITY ARIRANG,” late Wednesday, releasing a compilation video on its official YouTube channel that stitched together celebrations in Seoul, London and New York into a single, immersive spectacle. The campaign, designed to mark the group’s comeback, transformed urban centers into what the band described as a shared global festival, blending digital art, drone choreography and large-scale media facades. In London, the South Bank became a focal point of the celebration. The London Eye glowed in vivid red, while nearby buildings displayed towering media facades featuring the group’s members holding traditional Korean lanterns alongside the logo of BTS' new album. Across the Atlantic, New York’s Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan skyline served as a backdrop for a coordinated drone show. Hundreds of drones moved in formation to spel

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‘North or South?’ joke sparks backlash as comedian apologizes ahead of BTS’ US appearance

A joke made on a major U.S. talk show has triggered backlash just as BTS prepares for a high-profile American TV return — prompting a swift apology from a comedian caught at the center of the controversy. Seth Herzog, a resident comedian on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” came under fire after making an improvised remark during a Wednesday (local time) taping. While warming up the audience, Herzog asked, “Anyone here from the North?” — a line reportedly intended as a general question about audience origins. However, some attendees interpreted the comment as referencing North Korea in relation to BTS, sparking accusations of insensitivity and racial undertones. Audience members took to social media to share their discomfort, with several posts describing the remark as “offensive” and “inappropriate.” The backlash quickly gained traction online, amplified by BTS’ global fan base and the group’s ongoing promotional activities. According to U.S. outlet TMZ, Herzog later apologized directly to BTS as criticism mounted. The broadcaster is also said to have dis

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BTS’ YouTube takeover has fans hooked

BTS is back as a full group after nearly four years — and instead of sticking to traditional promotions, the global K-pop phenomenon is flooding YouTube with unexpected, personality-driven appearances that are rapidly going viral. The group released its fifth full-length album “ARIRANG” on March 20, marking its first full-group comeback in three years and nine months. Rather than relying solely on music shows and interviews, BTS members have been delighting fans with a wide range of digital content, tapping into the platform-driven viewing habits of younger global audiences. From military stories to viral variety — Jin leads the charge Eldest member Jin appeared on webtoon artist and entertainer Kian84’s YouTube channel “Life84” on March 22, showcasing their off-screen friendship. The two previously worked together on a Netflix variety show, building a rapport that has resonated with viewers both in Korea and overseas. Jin shared an anecdote that quickly gained traction online, saying, “I recently went to reserve forces training, and during breaks, people came up to me sa

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TWS among most promising 25 rookies in global music: Rolling Stone

TWS made Rolling Stone magazine’s annual Future 25 list, which “runs through the artists who have us excited for what’s next around the world and across all genres.” The boy group is “making waves with their ‘boyhood pop’ music and their inventive choreography,” it wrote, touting TWS as “one of the most exciting and energetic young K-pop groups today. “We consider Boyhood Pop as a genre, a story, and a spectrum that is ever widening and broadening,” said Jihoon in an interview with the US magazi

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Ive announces tour expansion

Ive will expand its second international tour, “Show What I Am,” to North America and add two more cities in Asia, Starship Entertainment said Thursday. The group will launch the North American leg in Toronto on July 21 and visit Montreal followed by five cities across US, before wrapping it up in Vancouver, British Columbia, the following month. In September, the girl group will perform twice each in Hong Kong and Taipei, Taiwan. The tour began in Seoul in November last year and will resume nex

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Twice’s Dahyun to miss tour shows over ankle injury

Dahyun of Twice will have to miss more shows on the group’s tour due to an ankle fracture, announced label JYP Entertainment Wednesday. She suffered an injury in January during the North American leg of 43-city tour “This Is For,” but tried to keep up with the schedule, performing on a chair. Since mid-February, however, she was absent from the shows, as per doctor’s orders. The idol is suspending all activities for the time being to focus on recovery while Twice resumes touring the US from Frid

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KCON LA 2026 Announces Lineup

KCON LA 2026 has revealed its lineup of performing artists! KCON is a major convention and music festival that celebrates Korean pop culture and entertainment, and it includes concerts featuring performances by popular K-pop artists. On March 26 local time, KCON announced that NCT 127, TXT, and ZEROBASEONE would be headlining KCON LA 2026, which… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: IU And Byeon Woo Seok Get Ready For Their Marriage Against The Odds In “Perfect Crown” Teaser

MBC’s upcoming drama “Perfect Crown” has released an intriguing new teaser! Set in an alternate universe where modern-day Korea is a constitutional monarchy, “Perfect Crown” tells the love story of Seong Hui Ju (IU), a chaebol heiress who has everything but is only a commoner in status, and Grand Prince Ian (Byeon Woo Seok), a… The post appeared first on .

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