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Monday, November 4, 2024

GOT7’s Jay B Responds To Criticism Regarding Live Broadcast Post-Discharge

GOT7‘s Jay B was discharged from his mandatory service duties on November 1, KST. His first activities since discharge received mixed reactions, though. While Ahgases were happy to have Jay B back, they were disappointed that not everyone could participate in his first live broadcast. firstly, thank you so much for waiting. as much as…

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NCT Emotionally Sends Jaehyun Off To The Military

NCT‘s Jaehyun left for the military on November 4, 2024. He will be serving the nation as per every male citizen’s duty. The star broke many hearts with the news that he would be enlisting. He set off for the training camp on Monday, November 4, 2024. He covered up in a cap and a…

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Sunday, November 3, 2024

Drama Series Staring K-Pop Idols Earns Low Ratings Immediately After Its Premiere

Across the entertainment industry, new series are released monthly, with some earning better reactions than others. Recently, the C-Drama series Fangs Of Fortune debuted to unexpected ratings. | iQIYI Fangs Of Fortune tells the story of a realm facing being overrun by demons following the death of the governing goddess and a team of demon hunters…

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Lee Seung Gi Takes Heat Over His Treatment Of Trainees

Lee Seung Gi is currently facing criticism over his treatment of survival show trainees. Lee Seung Gi Starlight Boys, an ongoing South Korean and Chinese boy group survival show, recently premiered via iQIYI and SBS on October 26, 2024. Sixty-nine male contestants worldwide are currently competing for a spot in the final top 9. While Lee Sung Kyoung is…

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Saturday, November 2, 2024

“Squid Game 2” Sparks Controversy For Featuring Actor Who Is A Convicted Sex Offender

Netflix’s Quid Game 2 has stirred up some controversy with its cast. On November 1, the show released a new teaser for its upcoming season, unveiling some old and some new characters. The last season’s winner, Gi Hun (played by Lee Jung Jae), is seen trying to navigate the rest of the participants through the chaotic…

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Friday, November 1, 2024

HYBE’s “Dismissive” Comments About The Israel-Palestine Conflict, Restriction Of Fans’ Posts On Weverse Spark Harsh Criticism

HYBE has come under fire for comments made in newly released internal documents. On Nov     In these documents, the company discussed Pro-Palestine protests, specifically reference an instance with ENHYPEN’s Jake. The comments suggest HYBE decided to “wait for the issue to pass” as Korea is not involved in the conflict. HYBE’s Thoughts On…

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Iconic Location From BTS’s “Spring Day” MV Is Demolished

As many fans and non-fans know, BTS‘s “Spring Day” is one of the group’s most popular songs. BTS | BIGHIT Music Released on their 2017 album You Never Walk Alone, the song has remained on the charts since then. Earlier this year, “Spring Day” became the most successful song in MelOn‘s history, with over 8.4…

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Thursday, October 31, 2024

ARMYs Think Peso Pluma Confirmed BTS Collab

Netizens believe Mexican singer, musician, and rapper Peso Pluma and BTS are collaborating. Peso Pluma BTS | BIGHIT MUSIC Peso Pluma shared a “behind-the-scenes” photo via Bubble, using the acronym “BTS.” A fan responded with “BTS COLLAB,” to which Peso Pluma reposted with a ninja emoji in response.  This sparked fan theories that he “confirmed”…

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Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Transgender Icon Slapped With An Official Performance Ban

A famous transgender icon and television host is reportedly facing a ban. If enforced, the ban will block her from performing in the city of Guangzhou, China later this year. Jin Xing before and after her gender re-assignment surgery | SCMP Jin Xing, known as China’s first publicly recognized transgender woman, underwent sex reassignment surgeries in…

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Hawk-Eyed ARMYs Spot Rare, Expensive BTS Merch In Viral Twitter Video

A video has gone viral among locals on Twitter, but BTS ARMYs quickly noticed an iconic merch item making a cameo. [Video could not be displayed] In the video, a boyfriend teaches his girlfriend to treat his car nicely… [Video could not be displayed] …by terrorizing her Mute Boston Bag! [Video could not be displayed]…

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Girl Group Charged Ahead Of Their Official Debut, Investigated By Police

A girl group has found themselves in hot water ahead of their official debut. Although police did not release the group’s name to the public, the group has now confirmed media reports. CiON | Avex CiON is a Japanese girl group that currently consists of five idol-musicians: Shion (vocals), Kinui Aika (vocals), Ishihara Kako (alto…

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Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Stray Kids Bang Chan’s Response To Hate Comments Targeting Other Groups 

Stray Kids‘ Bang Chan‘s candid conversation with STAYs earned attention for its important message for all K-Pop fans. He addressed hate comments aimed not at Stray Kids but at other groups.  Stray Kids’ Bang Chan | NYLON Japan In addition to his weekly Chan’s Room broadcasts,  Bang Chan hosts TikTok lives, where he answers fan questions…

TWICE MiSaMo’s “Sexual” Choreography Sparks Polarized Opinions

TWICE‘s MiSaMo subunit, consisting of Mina, Sana, and Momo, recently released their new single, “Identity.” However, one part of the song’s choreography is causing mixed reactions. | @TBSCDTV/Twitter The members crawl on the floor through male dancers’ legs and pose. is this chore was necessary? pic.twitter.com/ArahN0wjPN — 2 (@ichisane) October 28, 2024 Fans who oppose…

First Hearing-Impaired K-Pop Group Big Ocean’s Instagram Hacked

Previously, Big Ocean, the first-ever hearing-impaired K-Pop group, under PARASTAR Entertainment, went viral. They stole many fans’ hearts. Big Ocean | PARASTAR Entertainment Unfortunately, fans recently noticed some suspicious updates to the group’s Instagram account. It appeared Big Ocean was hacked. IMPORTANT: Big Ocean's official Instagram account has been hacked. This has been announced on…

Monday, October 28, 2024

5 “Disappointing” K-Drama Series That Viewers Stopped Watching In October

When an exciting, new show is announced, K-Drama fans eagerly add it to their watch lists. Unfortunately, some highly anticipated new series, along with popular older series, fell flat for viewers in October. 1. Dear Hyeri Dear Hyeri follows an announcer who develops a new personality due to her past. The series kept viewers engaged —…

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Popular Idol Accidentally Gets Done Dirty By “VOGUE Philippines” Magazine

A popular girl group member is now on her way to becoming a new meme, thanks to a shoot with VOGUE Philippines — and her fandom’s sense of humor! BINI BINI is a beloved P-Pop group composed of eight members: Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena. Since their debut in 2019, BINI has risen to…

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Sunday, October 27, 2024

BABYMONSTER’s Title Track Demo Featured Legendary YG Entertainment Artist

BABYMONSTER is gearing up to release their first full-length album, DRIP, on November 1, worldwide. BABYMONSTER | @babymonster_ygofficial/Instagram As the release date is fast approaching, the group’s promotional appearances have kicked off in full gear. On October 22, they appeared as special guests on The K-Star Next Door, a popular YouTube show hosted by Jonathan…

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Saturday, October 26, 2024

What Finally Convinced Leader CL To Bring 2NE1 Back Together?

In the latest episode of You Quiz On The Block, OG K-Pop queens 2NE1 members guested after successfully kicking off their Seoul leg of the “Welcome Back World Tour” in early October. 2NE1 | @youquizontheblock/Instagram While discussing 2NE1’s career as one of South Korea’s most sensational K-Pop idols of their era, host Yoo Jae Suk then brought…

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FTISLAND’s Lee Hongki Defends Choi Minhwan Again Amid Ongoing Prostitution Scandal

From former LABOUM member and ex-wife Yulhee‘s damning exposé, including recorded phone calls, FTISLAND member and ex-husband Choi Minhwan‘s prostitution problem has become publicized. Yulhee (left) and Choi Minhwan (right) | OSEN Amid the scandal, FNC Entertainment released an official statement claiming that Minhwan felt “responsible” for what had happened and that he wished to halt all activities. FTISLAND’s Minhwan…

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Friday, October 25, 2024

12-Year-Old Princess Rejects Agency’s Offer To Become K-Pop’s First Royal Idol

Will a princess be debuting as a K-Pop idol? According to the latest update, the answer is an emphatic no — but not because an agency hasn’t offered to sign her. Jenna Norodom | Jenna Norodom/Facebook Jenna Norodom is the second daughter of Princess Norodom Bupphary and the granddaughter of the King of Cambodia, Norodom Sihamoni.…

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