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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo skips glam airport look amid family controversy

Jisoo of BLACKPINK appeared at the airport in an understated look Wednesday, as an ongoing controversy involving a family member continues to swirl online. Jisoo departed for Paris via Incheon International Airport on Wednesday morning to attend a scheduled overseas engagement. Known for turning departures into headline-making airport fashion moments, the K-pop star instead opted for a near-incognito appearance, wearing a hat and mask and keeping styling to a minimum. The shift in tone from polished, sponsor-heavy looks to a subdued, almost anonymous outfit has fueled speculation online, with some interpreting it as a response to the ongoing controversy, while others say it reflects a desire to avoid further attention. Despite the situation, Jisoo proceeded with her planned schedule without visible disruption. An official airport photo call with the press was canceled due to what officials described as “internal circumstances.” The controversy surrounding Jisoo’s family has yet to subside. The issue resurfaced after a name matching the family member currently under scrutiny was rec

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How IU's 'Perfect Crown' breaks royal romance clichés

In a fictional Korea where a constitutional monarchy still reigns, an ambitious heiress to a conglomerate does not wait for a prince to save her — she proposes a marriage of convenience to use him as political cover. This setup drives MBC’s new Friday-Saturday drama, “Perfect Crown.” The series surpassed double-digit ratings by its fourth episode after premiering on April 10 and became the most-watched Korean series worldwide on Disney+. The show stands out from earlier royal dramas by twisting the Cinderella story to reflect modern demands for women’s independence. The most striking departure from genre convention is the female protagonist’s strategic view of marriage. Unlike the 2006 hit “Princess Hours,” where an ordinary high school girl becomes a crown princess through an arranged marriage pact, successful second-generation businesswoman Sung Hee-joo (IU) uses the royal family’s symbolism as a tool. She uses marriage to defeat her legitimate half-brother — who secured his corporate position by marrying into a noble family — in a succession battle. Hee-joo boldl

BTS tops Billboard global charts for fourth week, extends Hot 100 run

BTS remains atop major Billboard global charts for a fourth consecutive week, continuing its strong performance with its latest album "Arirang." Billboard's latest charts, dated April 25, show that the main track from the album, "Swim," ranked No. 1 on both the Global 200 and Global Excl. US charts for a fourth week in a row. Thirteen tracks from the album — excluding "No. 29," the instrumental interlude featuring the Bell of King Seongdeok — were listed among the Global 200, while all 13 were a

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AKMU, KickFlip, BTS, And Hearts2Hearts Top Circle Weekly Charts

Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has revealed its chart rankings for the week of April 5 to 11! Album Chart KickFlip swept the top two spots on this week’s physical album chart with their new mini album “My First Kick.” The regular version of the mini album debuted at No. 1, while the… The post appeared first on .

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LUCY Cancels Official Light Stick Release After Fan Backlash

Mystic Story has canceled the release of LUCY’s official light stick due to backlash from fans. On April 22, LUCY announced that they would be releasing their first official light stick and unveiled a glimpse of the design. As the band’s fandom name is “Walwal” (a Korean onomatopoeia for the sound of a dog barking),… The post appeared first on .

AHOF Announces Stops For First-Ever Tour “THE FIRST SPARK”

Get pumped—AHOF is going on tour! On April 22, AHOF announced their first tour “THE FIRST SPARK.” After starting the tour in Seoul on May 30 and 31, AHOF will visit Osaka, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Taipei, Bangkok, and Hong Kong. Check out the stops below! Is AHOF coming to a location near you? Stay… The post appeared first on .

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Ong Seong Wu Confirmed To Join Park Eun Bin And Yang Se Jong In New Occult Romance Drama

Ong Seong Wu will be joining Park Eun Bin and Yang Se Jong in the upcoming occult romance drama “Spellbound” (working title)! “Spellbound” is a drama remake of the 2011 film “Spellbound” starring Son Ye Jin, Lee Min Ki, Park Chul Min, Kim Hyun Sook, Lee Mi Do, and more. The drama is an investigative occult romance drama about… The post appeared first on .

BTS’ citywide project draws global visitors, boosts tourism in Seoul

BTS’ citywide project “BTS The City: Arirang Seoul” wrapped up its monthlong run with a strong turnout from international visitors, highlighting the group’s impact on tourism in the capital, said Big Hit Music. Launched to mark the release of BTS’ fifth LP “Arirang” and the start of its world tour of the same name, the project transformed major landmarks across the city into immersive fan experiences inspired by the group’s music and message. A notable feature of the event was the high proportio

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Katseye hits career-high No. 28 on Hot 100 with ‘Pinky Up’

Katseye, the multinational girl group formed in partnership between Hybe and Geffen Records, has achieved its highest placement yet on the Billboard Hot 100 with its latest single “Pinky Up.” According to the latest chart released by Billboard on Tuesday, “Pinky Up” debuted at No. 28 on the Hot 100, marking the group’s best performance on the chart to date. “Pinky Up” is Katseye’s fourth consecutive entry on the main songs chart, following “Gnarly,” “Gabriela” and “Internet Girl.” “Internet Girl

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Le Sserafim floats teaser video for prerelease

Le Sserafim uploaded a teaser trailer for “Celebration” on Wednesday via Source Music. A snippet of the song includes lyrics being played in the background of a rave scene while the five bandmates give a glimpse of the choreography, banging their heads. The video at the end zooms in on Sakura’s face slowly as the skin of her cheek disintegrates, turning to black just before revealing what is underneath. “Celebration” will be part of the group's second full album, “Pureflow Pt. 1,” which is due o

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Itzy bring out 12th EP 'Motto' in May

Itzy announced through its label JYP Entertainment on Wednesday that it will make a comeback on May 18 with 12th EP, “Motto.” The release comes about six months since the group's previous EP “Tunnel Vision.” The eight-track EP will be released during the group's international tour. The five-member girl groupo began the tour in February and performed in Melbourne and Sydney last week. Next month, it will go live in Tokyo, and from mid-June, will perform in Hong Kong, Kaohsiung in Taiwan, Bangkok

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MODYSSEY’s Hengyu Sits Out Schedule Due To Health

MODYSSEY’s Hengyu was unable to join his bandmates for today’s live broadcast of “Show Champion.” On April 22, ONECEAD announced that after the pre-recording for “Show Champion” earlier that day, Hengyu had visited the hospital “due to a sudden decline in his condition.” There, he was “advised by medical staff that he requires sufficient rest.”… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: Wanna One Is Still As Chaotic As Ever In Hilarious And Emotional Teaser For “WANNA ONE GO : Back To Base”

Get ready to experience all the fun and chaos again with Wanna One! On April 22, Mnet Plus unveiled a new teaser for “WANNA ONE GO : Back to Base.” The teaser begins with a clip from Wanna One’s live fan meeting where the members are met with a familiar van from when they promoted… The post appeared first on .

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Galaxy Corporation Denies Reports Of Recruiting Baekhyun

Galaxy Corporation has denied rumors regarding the recruitment of singer Baekhyun. On April 22, a media outlet reported that Baekhyun is in talks to sign an exclusive contract with Galaxy Corporation, the agency that currently represents G-Dragon. In response to the report, a representative from Galaxy Corporation stated, “The reports regarding discussions of signing an… The post appeared first on .

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SEVENTEEN’s Seungkwan In Talks To Make Acting Debut In New Drama Reportedly Starring Shin Min Ah And Lee Jin Uk

SEVENTEEN member Seungkwan may be making his acting debut in an upcoming drama! On April 22, MyDaily reported that Seungkwan is set to make his acting debut through the upcoming drama “Wed Thurs Fri” (literal title) and that he recently participated in the script reading. On the same day, his agency PLEDIS Entertainment clarified, “Seungkwan… The post appeared first on .

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KATSEYE To Promote “PINKY UP” On Korean Music Shows

KATSEYE is making their return to the Korean music show stage! On April 21, KATSEYE officially announced that they would be appearing on Korean music shows next week to promote their new single “PINKY UP.” The girl group will be performing on Korean music shows from April 30 to May 3, ahead of which they… The post appeared first on .

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The Boyz denies receiving payments, disputes agency claim

The Boyz has denied claims by its agency One Hundred Label that all payments to the members have been settled, saying no payments have been received. “None of the members have received any payments to date, including outstanding settlement amounts for the third and fourth quarters of 2025,” the group’s legal representative, Yulchon, said in a statement on Wednesday. “The agency repeatedly postponed and reversed payment deadlines, and no proper payment has ever been made.” The legal team added th

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Ive’s Gaeul as reading ambassador

Gaeul of K-pop group Ive has been selected as a partner for this year's Reading Korea campaign, her agency Starship Entertainment said. The nationwide initiative, led by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, aims to promote reading in daily life by encouraging people to discover the value and joy of reading and to build practical reading habits. Gaeul will attend the campaign’s launch ceremony on Thursday at the Starfield Library in Coex, where she will share her reading list and take par

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&Team’s 3rd Japan EP sells 1m copies

The third Japanese EP from &Team has sold more than 1 million copies in a single day, agency YX Labels said Wednesday citing a local data provider. “We on Fire” is its third consecutive million-seller, at 1.09 million units, after its third single in Japan, “Go in Blind,” and first EP in Korea, “Back to Life.” The group released the physical album Tuesday and held a showcase in Seoul. B-side “Sakura-iro Yell” was released in March and the remaining five songs were unveiled on April 13. On May 13

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Super Junior’s Yesung to mark 10th year as soloist with album, tour in Japan

Yesung of Super Junior will celebrate his 10th year as a solo singer with an album and a tour of Japan, SM Entertainment said Wednesday. He will put out his second studio album, “Sakihokoru Tokio Matsunowa,” on May 27. It will be his first physical release in Japan in almost 2 1/2 years, after his third single “Not Nightmare Christmas.” Ahead of the release of the physical album, he will unveil the new music on music platforms worldwide on Friday. The veteran idol helped write the lyrics for all

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo And Zayn Malik’s “EYES CLOSED” MV Soars Past 100 Million Views

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has hit the 100 million mark with yet another music video! On April 22 at around 8:59 p.m. KST, the music video for Jisoo and Zayn Malik’s duet “EYES CLOSED” surpassed 100 million views on YouTube. The music video for “EYES CLOSED” was originally released on October 10, 2025 at 1 p.m. KST, meaning that it took… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: TXT Takes 1st Win For “Stick With You” On “Show Champion”; Performances By B1A4, Risabae, And More

TXT has won their first music show trophy for “Stick With You”! On the April 22 episode of “Show Champion,” the candidates for first place were AKMU’s “Joy, Sorrow, A Beautiful Heart,” KISS OF LIFE’s “Who is she,” MODYSSEY’s “HOOK,” PLAVE’s “Born Savage,” and TXT’s “Stick With You.” The trophy ultimately went to TXT! Congratulations… The post appeared first on .

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Venerable Pomnyun Sunim, ALLDAY PROJECT’s Woochan, Lee Joo Bin, And More Confirmed For New Road Variety Show

SBS has announced a new road variety show featuring Venerable Pomnyun Sunim, ALLDAY PROJECT’s Woochan, Lee Joo Bin, Lee Ki Taek, and more! On April 22, SBS confirmed that its new program “Sunim Sonim Soul Trip in India”—“sunim” meaning a Buddhist monk and “sonim” meaning a guest—is set to premiere in May. The show will… The post appeared first on .

Watch: Kim Jae Hwan Promises “I’ll Be There” In Sentimental Comeback MV

Kim Jae Hwan is here with new music! On April 22 at 6 p.m. KST, Kim Jae Hwan unveiled his new digital single “I’ll Be There” along with the music video for the track. Composed and written by Kim Jae Hwan, “I’ll Be There” is a rock ballad song conveying a message of love and… The post appeared first on .

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Watch: Jang Yoon Joo, Yeonjun, Lee Jong Won, And More Search For Next K-Fashion Icons In New Survival Show

“Kill It: Style Creator War” has unveiled a new teaser! tvN’s new variety show “Kill It: Style Creator War” is a fashion creator survival program aimed at discovering the next generation of figures who will lead K-fashion trends. The latest teaser highlights the 100 contestants stepping into the spotlight, along with the seven “label leaders”… The post appeared first on .

8 Japanese K-Pop Idols That Can Really Rock A J-Pop Look Too

Satin, frills, bows, lace—J-pop fashion is a girly girl’s dream! It’s a standout genre completely separate from the standards of Korean fashion. The ultra-cute and feminine style might seem intimidating for some, but these stars make it look natural. These Japanese idols may be K-pop stars, but they rock J-pop inspired dresses too! IVE’s Rei… The post appeared first on .

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Kwon Eun Bi Signs With New Agency

Kwon Eun Bi has signed an exclusive contract with RBW! On April 22, a source from RBW shared, “We have signed an exclusive contract with Kwon Eun Bi.” RBW stated, “Kwon Eun Bi is a solo artist who has proven her unmatched stage presence through her outstanding vocal and performance skills. RBW is delighted to… The post appeared first on .

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Park Ji Hoon Talks About His Recent Box Office Hit “The King’s Warden,” Upcoming Projects, And More

Actor and singer Park Ji Hoon has graced the cover of the May issue of the fashion magazines Singles Korea and Singles Japan! Much like the name of his fan club MAY, Park Ji Hoon has become the dazzling protagonist of May, adorning a total of five covers—four for Singles Korea and one for Singles… The post appeared first on .

Legal Representative Of 9 THE BOYZ Members Refutes ONE HUNDRED’s Claims Of Payment

The legal representative of nine THE BOYZ members has released an official statement regarding the members’ ongoing legal battle with their agency ONE HUNDRED. Following the group’s demand for contract termination from ONE HUNDRED, it was further reported on April 21 that Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric—nine members of THE… The post appeared first on .