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• ‘Love In The Moonlight’ Under Controversy Because of Kim Yoo Jung and Park Bo Gum’s Kiss Scene

  ‘Love In The Moonlight’ has ended with 18 episodes last Oct 18. Before that, Korean Broadcast Commission has called out the drama for unnecessary exposure of minor child actress Kim Yoo Jung's skin and her kissing scene with Park Bo Gum.

  10.20.16 | 12:17AM EDT

• BTS Fans Asked To Observe Proper Etiquette Following 'Unpleasant Incidents' During Asian Tour

  The entertainment agency issued a notice to BTS fans to please be more mindful of their actions that could hurt the idols.

  06.12.16 | 11:40PM EDT

• South Korean Government Cracks Down On Bulk Music Sales To Prevent Chart Manipulation

  The law should dissuade bulk purchasing as a means of chart manipulation but might also hurt international fans that engage in group purchases.

  03.08.16 | 11:46AM EST

• Tablo Clarifies Relationship Between HIGHGRND And YG Entertainment

  The Epik High frontman talks with Sports Illgan to discuss the affiliation between the two record labels.

  03.07.16 | 8:46AM EST

• Big Bang Vague On Plans Regarding Mandatory Military Enlistment: 'We Try Not To Talk About Our Future' G-Dragon Claims

  The five members of Big Bang might be willing to discuss the group's upcoming hiatus presumably planned for when they show up to serve in the South Korean army, but it clearly isn't their favorite topic.

  03.01.16 | 7:55PM EST

• K-Pop Celebrity Photographer Under Fire For 'Lolita Concept' Idol Imagery

  Said to be highly influenced by Japanese mangas and animation, Choi Won Suk has been accused of portraying pedophilia in his photos.

  03.01.16 | 11:51AM EST

• Sixbomb Blocked From Broadcast Performances For 'Raunchy' Stage Costumes

  K-pop girl group Sixbomb have fallen into a pot of trouble by dressing in skintight pink body suits.

  02.28.16 | 12:29PM EST

• MyMusicTaste Counters Discrimination Charges At EXO's North American Tour Stops

  The concert organizers issued a statement following allegations circulated by Korean K-pop fans. Event organizer MyMusicTaste issued a statement on Sunday following claims by Korean K-pop fans of discrimination at EXO’s latest concert tour.

  02.25.16 | 7:44AM EST

• EXO Vocalist D.O. On His 'Unforgettable' Castmates: 'The Actors From The Movie Became So Close That We Took A Shower Together'

  The 23-year-old EXO-band-member-turned-actor Do "D.O." Kyung Soo may have initially felt awkward onset during his time shooting "Unforgettable," but it seems to safe to assume that he made friends with the cast.

  02.16.16 | 7:12PM EST

• Koreans React To TWICE's Tzuyu

  It is pretty safe to say that TWICE member Chou Tzuyu has had one heck of a roller coaster ride these past few months.

  02.16.16 | 12:24PM EST

• Instagram Accounts Of International Female Stars Fall Victim To Fans Of K-Pop Boy Band EXO

  The fanbase of the Korean idol group continues to harass women connected to one member in particular.

  11.28.17 | 5:04PM EST

• WINNER Struggle To Maintain Artistic Freedom: 'After Creating A Mold...You Can't Create Anything' Band Member Nam Taehyun Says

  Retaining the ability to take your music in whatever direction you want it to go isn't easy, whether you're a so-called pop "idol" or any artist, according to Nam Taehyun of the K-pop boy band WINNER.

  02.12.16 | 5:42PM EST