aespa Fails To Enter “Billboard Hot 100” Despite Initial Projection, Triggering Scathing Reactions ​

 Earlier last week, aespa was projected to make their long-awaited debut on the prestigious “Billboard Hot 100” chart with their latest single, “Dirty Work.” However, when the official rankings were released, the group was notably absent, leading to a massive backlash and heated debate among international fans. | SM Entertainment For MYs, aespa’s dedicated fanbase,…

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Korean Media Links BLACKPINK Lisa’s Rumored Boyfriend’s Whereabouts To The Idol’s Recent Activities​

 BLACKPINK Lisa‘s rumored boyfriend’s recent sightings have been linked to the idol amid the group’s recent shows. BLACKPINK’s Lisa | @lalalalisa_m/Instagram Lisa is rumored to be dating Frédéric Arnault and while it hasn’t been confirmed, the duo has been spotted together multiple times overseas. BLACKPINK’s Lisa Spotted Being Cozy With Alleged Boyfriend During Recent Trip…

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Father Of Popular K-Pop Idol Faces Travel Ban For 290 Billion Won Fraud​

 A man, identified as the father of a popular K-Pop idol, was reportedly prohibited by the Korean authorities from leaving the country over allegations of large-scale fraud. Image used for illustrative purposes | Freepik According to reports, the accused, referred to as Mr. A, was restricted by the Ministry of Justice from traveling overseas. He…

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie And Red Velvet’s Irene Latest Sighting Goes Viral​

 Over the years, BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Red Velvet’s Irene have quietly built one of the most admired friendships in K-Pop. Known for their visuals and talents, the two idols have often been linked through behind-the-scenes stories, past livestream interactions, and surprise concert appearances. | @jennierubyjane/Instagram Most recently, their friendship is once again the center of…

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Yoo Jung Hoo Roars In Shock After Transforming Overnight In “My Girlfriend Is The Man!”​

 

KBS 2TV’s upcoming drama “My Girlfriend Is the Man!” has unveiled the first glimpse of Yoo Jung Hoo in character! Based on the popular webtoon of the same name, “My Girlfriend Is the Man!” is a romantic comedy about a college student whose girlfriend unexpectedly transforms into a man. ASTRO’s Yoon San Ha stars as Park Yoon… Continue reading Yoo Jung Hoo Roars In Shock After Transforming Overnight In “My Girlfriend Is The Man!”

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Lee Jin Ah And Husband Welcome Their First Child​

 

Singer-songwriter Lee Jin Ah has given birth to her first child! On July 8, Lee Jin Ah took to Instagram to share the joyful news, posting a photo of herself in hospital attire pulling an IV stand along with photos of her baby, and writing, “Hello, my baby is born! Like a little droplet! I… Continue reading Lee Jin Ah And Husband Welcome Their First Child

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Producer Of BLACKPINK Jennie’s “Like JENNIE” Sparks Controversy With Shady Tweet About TWICE​

 A producer of one of BLACKPINK Jennie‘s songs has gotten into controversy with a tweet about the girl group TWICE. BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @jennierubyjane/Instagram There was some controversy regarding “plagiarism” regarding TWICE and Jennie, including outfits and samples. TWICE Slammed With Accusations Of “Copying” BLACKPINK’s Jennie One of the producers of Jennie’s track “Like JENNIE”…

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Lee Si Young Freezes In Shock As Jung Young Joo Gets Caught In Perilous Situation In “Salon De Holmes”​

 

Lee Si Young, Jung Young Joo, and Nam Ki Ae will launch a daring rescue mission in tonight’s episode of “Salon de Holmes”! “Salon de Holmes” is a comedy-action drama about four women—sharp-witted sleuth Gong Mi Ri (Lee Si Young), former ace detective Chu Kyung Ja (Jung Young Joo), insurance queen Jeon Ji Hyun (Nam… Continue reading Lee Si Young Freezes In Shock As Jung Young Joo Gets Caught In Perilous Situation In “Salon De Holmes”

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“Misogyny!” Kwon Eunbi’s Sexy “WATERBOMB” Performance Outfit Sparks Heavily Divided Reactions​

 Kwon Eunbi‘s “sexy” WATERBOMB performance and outfit have sparked mixed reactions following clips going viral. Kwon Eunbi | @official_kwon.eunbi/Instagram Eunbi once again went viral for her performance and visuals at WATERBOMB. “WATERBOMB Goddess” Kwon Eunbi’s Unexpected Sexy AF Performance Triggers Explosive Reactions Yet, a viral clip amassing over 144,000 likes has sparked a heated debate among netizens.…

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Popular K-Drama’s Extremely Violent Plot Triggers Massive Backlash And Viewership To Hit All Time Low​

 Popular action comedy K-Drama Good Boy, starring Park Bo Gum, is currently under fire from viewers for its increasingly violent and exhausting plot. Park Bo Gum in “Good Boy.” | JTBC The series, which follows a group of former elite athletes who become special police officers, initially received praise for its fresh concept and strong…

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BLACKPINK’s Rosé Looks Completely “Different” In Viral Clip From Recent Concert​

 Netizens believe BLACKPINK‘s Rosé looked different in a viral clip. BLACKPINK’s Rosé | @roses_are_rosie/Instagram BLACKPINK recently started their DEADLINE tour in Goyang. #BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR <DEADLINE> IN GOYANG SEE YOU SOON #블랙핑크 #WORLDTOUR #DEADLINE #DEADLINE_IN_GOYANG #YG pic.twitter.com/WPDZEeniBD — BLACKPINKOFFICIAL (@BLACKPINK) July 5, 2025 A clip of Rosé and Jisoo has gone viral with the group’s oldest member wiping…

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Teenager Falls From 13th Floor And Lands On Pedestrians, Causing One Death And Injuring Two Others ​

 A tragic incident happened earlier today in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province, when a teenage girl fell from the rooftop of a 13-story commercial building and landed on pedestrians below. The fall resulted in one death and left two others seriously injured. Photo for illustrative purposes only. | iStock According to officials from the Gwangju Police Station…

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie Is Shockingly Shy Taking Photos With Handsome Korean Star​

 BLACKPINK‘s Jennie has gained attention for her shy reaction when taking photos with a handsome Korean star. BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @jennierubyjane/Instagram BLACKPINK recently had their first DEADLINE shows in Goyang, and a long list of celebrities attended. BTS, SEVENTEEN & More — The Shocking Number Of Korean Stars Spotted At BLACKPINK’s Concert in Seoul One of the…

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Watch: SHINee’s Minho Reveals His Home And Grueling Everyday Routine In “Home Alone” Preview​

 

SHINee’s Minho will be sharing a peek inside his home and everyday life on MBC’s “Home Alone” (“I Live Alone”)! In a newly released preview for next week’s episode of “Home Alone,” Minho introduces himself and shares that he has been living on his own for the past five years. He then shows off his… Continue reading Watch: SHINee’s Minho Reveals His Home And Grueling Everyday Routine In “Home Alone” Preview

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SHINee Taemin’s Visual Change Leads To Plastic Surgery Allegations​

 Recently, SHINee Taemin‘s change in appearance has become a talking point. SHINee’s Taemin | BPM Entertainment On July 6, MusicCore in Japan took place, with many artists attending, including Taemin. | MBC The idol took the stage and performed with no issue, however, after his appearance spread on social media it became a hot topic. Some accused…

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aespa’s Winter Reveals SM Was Originally More Interested In Casting Her Brother When She Auditioned​

 

aespa’s Winter has shared the story of how she wound up joining SM Entertainment! On the latest episode of the web variety show “Salon Drip 2,” Winter appeared as a guest to promote aespa’s new single “Dirty Work.” During the show, Winter spoke about her time as a trainee, saying, “I signed a contract [with… Continue reading aespa’s Winter Reveals SM Was Originally More Interested In Casting Her Brother When She Auditioned

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4th-Generation Idols Whose Parents Were Famed Celebrities​

 There are always multiple speculations about children of popular Korean celebrities entering the world of K-Pop. Before BOYNEXTDOOR’s debut, there were widespread speculations that senior actor Jung Tae Woo’s son Jung Ha Jun was a part of the final lineup. However, it turned out to be untrue. Jung Ha Jun | @in_bee_/Instagram Though the “Nepo babies” issue became a flaming topic overseas,…

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“Law And The City” Ratings Rise For 2nd Episode​

 

tvN’s new drama “Law and The City” is on the rise! On July 6, the new series starring Lee Jong Suk and Mun Ka Young enjoyed an increase in viewership for its second episode. According to Nielsen Korea, the latest broadcast of “Law and The City” took first place in its time slot across all… Continue reading “Law And The City” Ratings Rise For 2nd Episode

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