Belift Lab reaffirms Heeseung will not return to Enhypen
Heeseung of Enhypen will not be returning to the boy band, its agency Belift Lab reaffirmed Sunday, less than a week after Hybe’s sub-label announced the main vocalist’s solo path outside the group. “Heeseung will not be returning to Enhypen,” Belift Lab told The Korea Herald. “He has a clear artistic direction he wants to pursue, and we decided to respect that.” The confirmation comes as fans — particularly international supporters — continue to organize large-scale campaigns urging the agency
SONAMOO’s Nahyun Announces Pregnancy And Plans To Get Married Next Year
Former SONAMOO member Nahyun is expecting! On March 14, the idol-turned-actress took to Instagram to announce that she was pregnant. Nahyun also revealed that she expected to hold her wedding “about a year from now.” Along with the news of her pregnancy, Nahyun shared photos of her positive pregnancy test and sonogram. Her full announcement…
Authorities in Seoul are preparing extensive security and traffic measures ahead of the BTS comeback concert set for March 21 at Gwanghwamun Square. Here’s what visitors should know. Entry Access to the viewing area will be limited to 31 designated gates around the square and nearby Sejong-daero. Security Metal detectors will be installed at all gates and bag checks will begin at 7 a.m. Authorities are asking visitors to bring minimal belongings. Police will also deploy CCTV monitoring teams and
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ eyes Oscars following Golden Globe, Grammy wins
“KPop Demon Hunters,” the Netflix animated feature that sparked a massive cultural phenomenon and has seen record-breaking viewers numbers since its release last year, is now at the center of international attention as fans wait to see if it can continue its historic winning streak at the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday evening (local time). The film has been nominated in two major categories at this year's Oscars — the Best Animated Feature and the Best Original Song. In the animated feature race, the film is in competition with "Arthro," "Elio," "Little Amélie or the Character of Rain" and "Zootopia 2." Meanwhile, the film’s hit track "Golden" is vying for the award for original song trophy against tunes from "Dianne Warren: Relentless," "Sinners," "Viva Verdi!" and "Train Dreams." Directed by Korean-Canadian filmmaker Maggie Kang, the action-fantasy film follows three K-pop superstars — Rumi, Mira and Zoey — who also secretly protect the world from evil spirits. The animated feature has achieved worldwide success, becoming the most-watched title in Netflix history with over
2PM’s Nichkhun To Press Charges Against Stalker Who Physically Assaulted Him
2PM’s Nichkhun has opened up about an alarming incident involving a stalker. On March 14, Nichkhun took to Instagram Stories to issue a stern warning to someone who “stalked and followed” him while “walking almost right beside me aggressively yelling and cursing at me in Chinese” for nearly 30 minutes. Nichkhun, who was eventually escorted…
[Photo news] Six days left: Visitors gather at Gyeongbokgung ahead of BTS comeback concert
Tourists walked around the main palace Gyeongbokgung to watch the changing of the royal guards ceremony at the Woldae platform in Seoul. K-pop supergroup BTS is set to hold an outdoor concert at the same site on March 21 for its long-awaited comeback, corresponding with its first new album in nearly four years, “Arirang.” According to organizers, the group is expected to appear with Gyeongbokgung as a backdrop, proceed past the gate Gwanghwamun and the Woldae platform before taking to the stage
ILLIT has joined the April comeback rush! On March 15, ILLIT held the second night of their “PRESS START♥︎” concert in Seoul. At the end of the show, ILLIT surprised fans by announcing their plans to make a comeback with “It’s Me” on April 30 at 6 p.m. KST. Stay tuned for more information on…
NEWBEAT’s Jeon Yeoyeojeong Ruptures Ligament During Performance
NEWBEAT’s Jeon Yeoyeojeong has sustained a ligament rupture. On March 15, Beat Interactive announced that Jeon Yeoyeojeong had injured his ankle during NEWBEAT’s “NEURO 1000 PROJECT” encore concert in Seoul on March 14. According to the agency, Jeon Yeoyeojeong was taken to the hospital after the show, and his MRI results showed a ruptured ligament…
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Buildings near Gwanghwamun Square under tight control ahead of BTS comeback show
With less than a week left before BTS’ comeback performance at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square, authorities plan to tighten security around 31 buildings surrounding the plaza, according to news reports Sunday. Police and the Seoul Metropolitan Government recently held talks with the operators of the buildings and reached an agreement for six of the buildings to close their front entrances and allow access only through rear entrances, while urging the remaining 25 buildings to restrict access to rooft
Watch: BLACKPINK Takes 3rd Win For “GO” On “Inkigayo”; Performances By Yena, KickFlip, And More
BLACKPINK has snagged a third music show trophy for “GO”! On the March 15 episode of SBS’s “Inkigayo,” the candidates for first place were BLACKPINK’s “GO,” IVE’s “BANG BANG,” and Hearts2Hearts’ “RUDE!” BLACKPINK ultimately took the win with a total of 5,935 points. Congratulations to BLACKPINK! Watch a clip of the winner announcement below: Performers…
March Girl Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual girl group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 730 girl group members, using big data collected from February 15 to March 15. IVE’s Jang Won Young topped…
Watch: ITZY’s “THAT’S A NO NO” Dance Practice Is YouTube’s No. 1 Trending Video In South Korea
ITZY’s viral hit “THAT’S A NO NO” continues to gain steam! On March 14, ITZY released a dance practice video for their viral performance of their song “THAT’S A NO NO.” Although the song was originally released six years ago as a B-side on the group’s 2020 mini album “IT’z ME,” “THAT’S A NO NO”…
Watch: Hearts2Hearts Takes 1st-Ever Public Broadcast Network Music Show Win On “Music Core” With “RUDE!”; Performances By Yena And More
Hearts2Hearts has won a second music show trophy for their hit single “RUDE!” On the March 14 episode of MBC’s “Music Core,” the candidates for first place were IVE’s “BANG BANG,” KiiiKiii’s “404 (New Era),” and Hearts2Hearts’ “RUDE!” Hearts2Hearts ultimately took the win with a total of 7,514 points, marking the first public broadcast network…
