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ITZY’s ‘GOLD’: The Sparkling Journey of Self-Confidence and Ambition!
K-pop powerhouse ITZY is gearing up for their highly anticipated comeback with their 9th mini-album “GOLD,” scheduled to drop on…
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K-Pop Sensation Reborn: Introducing ABLUME, the New Girl Group Taking the Industry by Storm
In an exciting development for K-pop enthusiasts, a new girl group called ABLUME has emerged under MASSIVE E&C, a subsidiary…
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K-pop Sensation aespa Set to Release “Whiplash” – Their Most Ambitious Mini Album Yet
South Korean girl group aespa is gearing up to release their highly anticipated 5th mini album, “Whiplash,” sending waves of…
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I don’t believe k-pop fans actually care about bullying idols face.
in CommunityWith the recent situation, it’s so good to see atleast international fans banding together and agreeing that what happened to…
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How likely is it do you think Riize members may leave riize after what just happened?
in CommunityDo you think this may be something like a tvxq situation? I think the possibility isn’t too high because it’s…
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The problem with the kpop industry isn’t the fans, but the companies
in CommunityFollowing the recent news, I am once again shocked but not surprised at the level people would go to ruin…
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Are there any kpop fans that follow the groups INI & JO1?
in CommunityI recently fell down the INI & JO1 rabbit holes & wondered if fellow kpop fans know of them, like…
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Wakeone has made a huge mistake by pushing IZNA’s debut out this long.
in CommunityI’m a naya myself and I’ve been waiting on the girls to debut since the show ended, but now I…
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K-Pop Fans, Get Ready for an Electrifying Simply K-Pop CON-TOUR today!
Today, October 14, 2024, is the day you’ve been waiting for. Arirang TV’s Simply K-Pop CON-TOUR is back with a…
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Seunghan coming back and being forced to leave within 48 hours is so…
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When will the kpop industry move on from the idols having to pretend they’re in a romantic relationship with their…
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Fans that hate on male idols for not doing girly kpop dances are weird
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I’m inspired to write this post after seeing what a ruckus people were having online about Enhypen not swaying their…
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Can anyone enlighten me on how K Pop artists sell physical stuff in this day and age?
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I find it very commendable from a business perspective. I have been told by K Pop fans that the artists…
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Why other Kpop groups struggle to breakthrough the western market
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In the west, individuality, defined as having a unique character or quality that makes a person distinguishable, is really important.…
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Funeral wreath culture in kpop is getting out of hand and companies need to start taking action against it
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Ive been noticing this past year the increasing number of times funeral wreaths are being sent by “fans” or antis…
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Whatever happened to fan death?
As was discussed heavily in the post about Korean superstitions, fan death used to be rife in Korea. Literally everyone…
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Embracing Change: Inside PURPLE KISS’s Exciting ‘HEADWAY’ Album
K-pop sensation PURPLE KISS is gearing up to captivate fans once again with their highly anticipated 7th mini album, “HEADWAY.”…
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Shingu University Festival 2024: Experience the Ultimate K-Pop Celebration!
Excitement is building among K-pop enthusiasts as Shingu University gears up for its highly anticipated 17th October festival. This year’s…
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Elegance Redefined: Jennie of BLACKPINK Graces W Korea’s November Issue
In a stunning display of elegance and style, BLACKPINK’s Jennie has once again graced the cover of W Korea for…
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OMEGAX Takes Center Stage: 2024 ‘To.’ Tour Promises Unforgettable Concerts in Japan!
K-pop sensation OMEGAX is gearing up to take Japan by storm with their highly anticipated 2024 ‘To.’ Tour. This exciting announcement…
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NewJeans’ Haerin Graces Marie Claire Korea’s November 2024 Cover in Dior Collaboration
K-pop sensation Haerin, a member of the popular girl group NewJeans, has once again captured the spotlight with her latest…
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Cheers to Two Years: Celebrating Lee Chaeyeon’s Solo Journey in K-Pop!
Today marks a significant milestone for K-pop fans as Lee Chaeyeon celebrates the second anniversary of her solo debut. Known…
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XG’s ‘IYKYK’: A Cosmic Journey of Sound and Vision in K-Pop – The Video
K-pop sensation XG has once again captivated their audience with the release of their latest single “IYKYK” (If You Know…
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tripleS Shines Bright: Hyerin, Jiwoo, Yooyeon, and Kotone Take Center Stage on topclass Magazine Cover!
In a dazzling display of talent and charisma, four members of the groundbreaking K-pop group tripleS have taken center stage…
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Korea’s Everland to lure horror fans with Netflix series
(Courtesy of Everland) Everland, South Korea’s largest theme park, is set to lure horror movie fans at home and abroad…
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Korean IT giants drop fandom platforms, help HYBE dominate
BTS concert in Busan, South Korea, on Oct. 15, 2022 (File photo by Big Hit Music, HYBE’s wholly-owned subsidiary) South…
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7-Eleven ratchets up sports marketing to take on GS25, CU
A long line forms outside 7-Eleven’s pop-up store within Lotte World Tower 7-Eleven, the third-largest convenience store chain in South…
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SM Entertainment, S.Korean startup Jienem to build K-Pop hotel
South Korea’s residence operator startup Jienem announced on Monday that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Kreation Music…
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Women in 20s become mainstream Korean baseball audience
LG Twins’ fans are cheering for the pro baseball team in Jamsil Baseball Stadium on July 9, 2024 South Korea…
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Netmarble’s new RPG Solo Leveling logs $70 mn sales for 1st month
Solo Leveling: Arise, an action role-playing game launched on May 8, 2024 (Courtesy of Netmarble) South Korean game developer Netmarble…
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North Korea Sent Excrement Balloons. South Korea’s Response: Blasting BTS Hits.
A military vehicle stood near the border in Paju, South Korea, a day after the country blared out a local…
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HYBE accelerates transition into platform company
(Courtesy of Yonhap) HYBE Co. is accelerating its push to transform into a platform company as it is set to…
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S.Korean IT companies partner with K-pop girl groups
South Korean game companies like Krafton Inc. and Nexon Korea Corp., and telecom firms such as SK Telecom Co., are…
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Naver beleaguered by weak Korean businesses amid Line woes
Naver headquarters in South Korea (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Kora’s online giant Naver Corp. is struggling with sluggish core domestic…
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CJ CheilJedang profit beats forecast on overseas business
Golf fans enjoy K-food at a Bibigo booth at the CJ Cup, a professional golf tournament on the PGA Tour,…
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Korean food fans pick soju, bibimbap as their favorites
Jinro Chamisul Soju, the top soju by sales in South Korea (Courtesy of Hitejinro) South Korea’s soju and bibimbap are…
