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ILLIT’s MINJU Radiates Star Power on Marie Claire Korea January 2026 Covers: A Breakthrough Moment in Style and Identity
Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea Belift Lab ILLIT MINJU — A Defining Moment in the Spotlight When Marie Claire Korea…
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Highway Reverie: Inside CLASS:y’s ‘Hitchhiking’ Concept Shoot—A High-Fashion Tale of Freedom, Cinematic Narrative, and Visual Rebellion
Photo Credits: K-Tigers CLASS:y, the genre-blurring K-pop ensemble celebrated for their aesthetic audacity, have delivered a cinematic visual feast in…
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I think there’s an even more annoying type of K-pop stan than the parasocial ones
this might end up being a long post, or maybe not, we’ll see how the cookie crumbles. for a bit…
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Original Song Titles vs. Used Song Titles
While looking through the credits of Key’s new album, HUNTER, I noticed that every track has an “original title” credited.…
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Quick stats about groups debut albums sales
Hi everyone, it’s been a while since I last published. I decided to do those stats following the discussions around…
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“Old” Kpop fans, can anyone explain to me the change from 1thek to company channels for MV ?
When I started listening to kpop in 2017 every MV was on the 1thek channel on youtube, except for the…
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Can riize’s international presence ever bounce back from the Seunghan situation?
I was on ticketmaster and saw that riize were going on tour and out of curiosity checked what the ticket…
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Cosmosy Radiates Romantic Flair in “Princess=Kiss” with Dream like Charm
Photo Credits: NTT Docomo Studio & Live. Sony Music Japan Cosmosy’s launch into the music scene with “Princess=Kiss” has sparked…
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MEOVV Anna Brings Urban Elegance to Vogue Korea x Golden Goose September 2025 Pictorial
Photo Credits: Vogue Korea. Golden Goose. The Black Label. Under the crisp transition of September, MEOVV’s Anna emerges as the…
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Taemin’s “Veil” Performance Blends High Fashion, Artistry, and Emotion as Fans Declare it a Global Masterpiece [Music Video]
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Photo/Video Credits: BPM Entertainment Taemin’s unveiling of “Veil” feels less like a simple comeback stage and more like the opening…
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ARTMS unveils HaSeul’s striking Love Poison teaser ahead of 3rd digital single release [Mood Video]
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Photo Credits: MODHAUS ARTMS steps into a new realm of allure with the unveiling of HaSeul’s first teaser image for…
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March 1945: Taxis in Seoul nearly vanish, rickshaws exploit passengers, yet Japanese and Korean collaborator elite still get chauffeured drunk to bars and brothels
In the last months of World War II before Imperial Japan’s surrender, the public transportation infrastructure in Seoul was in…
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Yves Redefines Grace and Artistic Poise in Girl Houyhnhnm’s September 2025 Pictorial
Photo Credits: Paix Per Mil GOLDEN MOON Girl Houyhnhnm In the world of contemporary music and fashion, few figures embody…
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XG’s Cocona Stuns in Striking ‘GALA’ Teaser Images Ahead of Highly Anticipated First Full Album Release
Photo Credits: XGALX AVEX Japan XG has once again set the stage for anticipation with the release of teaser images…
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Youngbin Unveils Bold Concept for Solo Debut ‘Freak Show’ Ahead of September Release
Photo Credits: INNIT Entertainment (이닛 엔터테인먼트) Youngbin is stepping into the spotlight with her upcoming solo debut, marking an exciting new…
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K-pop mogul J.Y. Park appointed to minister-level cultural role; JYP shares surge
Park Jin-young, or J.Y. Park, performs on a K-pop stage South Korea has elevated one of its most recognizable music…
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CIX Unveils Emotional ‘WONDER YOU’ Music Video with Stunning Storytelling and Performance
Photo Credits: C9 Entertainment CIX has returned with their latest music video for “니가 궁금해 (WONDER YOU),” offering fans a…
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Has a dream ever affected the way you see an idol irl?
Dreams are weird in general but when real people start appearing in them it feels so strange. I know some…
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SOOJIN Unveils Bold Vision with First Solo Single Album “BADITUDE” + Concept Photos
Photo Credits: BDR Communications The anticipation surrounding SOOJIN’s solo debut has reached a new level of excitement as her agency…
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Unlocking Inspiration: Jun. K Returns with ‘Dear my muse’ and Stunning Concept Photos
Photo Credits: JPY Entertainment Jun. K, the renowned member of 2PM, finds himself at a pivotal juncture with the unveiling…
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An Yujin Makes History: Defining Summer Elegance for L’OFFICIEL Hommes China August 2025
Photo Credits: L’OFFICIEL Hommes China. Starship Entertainment Effortlessly merging youth and confidence, An Yujin of IVE graces the cover of…
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Unlocking IVE SECRET: Inside the Anticipated Comeback EP and the Mystery Behind K-pop’s Star Group
Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment IVE’s much-anticipated fourth EP, “IVE SECRET,” will drop globally on August 25, 2025, and the excitement…
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ONEUS Delivers Unforgettable Show at New York’s Historic Town Hall and Calling All Chicago To Moons: Don’t Miss ONEUS Live This Sunday!
Photo Credits: RBW Entertainment PROMOTER Credits: SEAN HEALY PRESENTS If you’re in Chicago, get ready—ONEUS is bringing their acclaimed tour…
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From Church Choirs to Global Runways: How Rosé Became a Mega Star and a Modern Icon In August 2025 cover of Vogue Korea
Photo Credits: Vogue Korea The Black label For anyone who’s ever been captivated by the irresistible rhythms of K-pop or…
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IDID’s “Dear U” Pictorial for DAZED Korea August 2025: K-pop’s Rising Stars in the Ultimate Fan-Favorite Magazine
Photo Credits: DAZED Korea. Starship Entertainment As anticipation mounted for the debut of IDID, the latest seven-member boy group from…
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