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  This International ARMY Is Being Praised By K-Netz For Her Unique Way of Promoting BTS "Dynamite"

  International fans really find the most creative ways to promote their favorites! International fans really find the most creative ways to promote their favorites! On August 7, 2020, Alana Sitara posted a video of her in her car promoting BTS to Tik Tok.

  August 19, 2020 09:08 PM EDT

• Filipino Brand Hygienix's Latest Ad Has BLACKPINK As Germs

  Filipino brand Hygienix posted their new advertisement for their Germ-Kill Alcohol. It didn't take long for BLINKs to realize that the female germs looked just like the BLACKPINK members. They're even doing the iconic ending pose from the choreography of "How You Like That"!

  August 19, 2020 09:08 PM EDT

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  These 10 K-Pop Idols Have More Than One Citizenship

  With K-pop becoming more global, it is no surprise that idols from varying backgrounds end up making their debuts as idols. These K-Pop idols are lucky to have experienced two (or more!) cultures, as they are citizens of more than one country!

  August 19, 2020 07:08 PM EDT

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  BTS J-Hope Donates 100 Million Won to Children in Need

  The Green Umbrella Child Fund Korea confirmed J-Hope's donation. They said he had donated 100 million won to help vulnerable children who are currently suffering due to COVID-19 and the ongoing pandemic.

  August 19, 2020 12:08 AM EDT

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  Red Velvet's Wendy is Back And Fans Can't Hide Their Excitement

  On midnight of August 19, Wednesday, SM Entertainment unveiled the teaser photos of Red Velvet as they prepare to release their rendition of BoA's "Milky Way", in collaboration for a special project to celebrate the soloist's twentieth anniversary.

  August 18, 2020 11:08 PM EDT

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  ITZY Ryujin Talks About Being Scouted at a GOT7 Fan Meeting

  On August 18, Tuesday, ITZY appeared as guests on MBC's Idol Radio to promote their latest title track "NOT SHY" and took the time to answer questions sent in by fans.

  August 18, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  These Are K-Pop's 9 Biggest CF Queens

  Earning yourself a solo endorsement and CF deal is one way an idol knows they've made it. Most brands go for the most popular faces in the industry and pay them a hefty amount to be the face of their brand, as they look for people who are influential enough to help boost sales. Here are K-Pop's current CF queens who can cause anything they touch to sell out with their amazing selling power.

  August 18, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  Here Are Some of The Most Expensive Gifts Idols Have Received From Fans

  Whether it's because of fan signs or because it is their birthday, idols have received numerous gifts from their fans. While most people give idols modest gifts, like plushies or headbands, these idols went the extra mile and splurged a bunch of cash to give something to their favorite idols.

  August 18, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  ARMYs Are Hoping For a Collaboration Between BTS and Gordon Ramsay

  While BTS has worked with a handful of other artists in the past, fans are now hoping for a collaboration with a non-artist; they want the boys to collaborate with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay.

  August 18, 2020 12:08 AM EDT

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  f(x) Krystal Will Be Leaving SM Entertainment

  On August 18, Tuesday, it has been announced that f(x) member Krystal will be leaving SM Entertainment.

  August 18, 2020 12:08 AM EDT

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  BTS V Breaks 3 World Records With One Simple Tweet

  On August 16, Sunday, BTS's V shared a mirror selfie of him as he was getting his hair styled. The idol was showing off his new hairstyle while wearing an expensive-looking gray jacket embroidered with black roses, and holding the Samsung Galaxy S20.

  August 17, 2020 11:08 PM EDT

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  These K-Pop Demos Are Just As Good As The Official Versions

  Have you ever wondered where your favorite K-Pop song came from? Most are produced by either in-house producers or are bought from producers outside of the label. Some of the demos of hit songs have been released, and they are all surprisingly just as good as the official released version!

  August 17, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  ITZY Ryujin Calls Out The Double Standards In K-Pop

  On August 17, Monday, ITZY revealed a video called "Letters to MIDZY" at the end of their comeback showcase for "NO SHY." There, each member spoke about the difficulties they face as idols.

  August 17, 2020 09:08 PM EDT

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  These 3 Idols Have The Most Amazing Physiques, According to MONSTA X Shownu

  Back in 2017, MONSTA X member Shownu guested on the show "Video Star." As the idol is known for his incredible frame, muscular body, and drive for working out, the panel decided to ask to name three people who had the best physiques in the K-Pop industry. Curious to hear his choices? Check it out here!

  August 17, 2020 08:08 PM EDT

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  Here Are Times Fans Went Too Far and Hurt K-Pop Idols

  It's important to remember that idols are humans with feelings. Though they do their best to entertain their fans, they too get hurt by mean and unnecessary comments made about them or towards them. Here are some times "fans" crossed the line and ended up hurting idols' feelings.

  August 17, 2020 12:08 AM EDT

• Rookie Girl Group Idol Reveals She Attempted to Take Her Own Life Due to Being Bullied by Her Members

  [Trigger Warning/Content Warning: Bullying, Suicide] Haena, a rookie girl group idol who is part of ANS, revealed in a series of now-deleted Instagram posts that she is being bullied by her members. This has led her to develop a panic disorder and has even caused her to try to end her own life.

  August 16, 2020 11:08 PM EDT

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  SEVENTEEN Accused of Plagiarizing Cupid's "Cupid Shuffle"

  On August 14, Friday, Cupid took to Twitter, accusing SEVENTEEN of plagiarizing his most famous song, "Cupid Shuffle". He tweeted that he believed SEVENTEEN used parts of the 2007 hit song for their latest title track, "Left & Right".

  August 16, 2020 11:08 PM EDT

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  Nigerian Singer Lyta Under Fire for Plagiarizing GOT7's "Just Right" Music Video

  Nigerian singer Lyta is under fire with K-Pop fans around the world following the release of his newly released music video for "Hold Me Down". After watching the music video, it appears the majority of the scenes are nearly identical to GOT7's "Just Right" music video, which was released in 2016.

  August 16, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  These are The 25 Most Popular Girl Group Idols for August

  The Korean Business Research Institute released its brand reputation rankings for K-Pop girl group members for the month of August. To determine which idols make the list, they analyzed trends such as consumer participation, community awareness, and news coverage.

  August 16, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  YOU Can Be Part of H1GHR Music's New Music Video!

  On August 15, Saturday, H1GHR Music Records announced a special invitation for K-Hip-hop fans: You can score a chance of being a part of an audiovisual production for one of the songs of the "BLUE TAPE", the second album to celebrate H1GHR Music Records' third anniversary.

  August 16, 2020 08:08 PM EDT

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  These Idols Were Forcibly Removed From Their Groups

  While most idols who leave their groups tend to do so due to scandals, health concerns, and personal reasons, these idols were forced out of their company and their groups, some of which were for no justifiable reason.

  August 16, 2020 08:08 PM EDT

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  Korean Netizens Select Their Favorite K-Pop Debut Songs

  Netizens took a look back to their favorite K-Pop debuts and selected their favorite debut tracks. Did your favorite make it to the list?

  August 14, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  Fans Are In Tears Watching Former MONSTA X Wonho's MV "Losing You"

  Fans are in tears watching former MONSTA X member Wonho's solo music video for his pre-release song "Losing You." The music video marks Wonho's return to the music industry.

  August 14, 2020 10:08 PM EDT

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  Here Are Some of The Most Dangerous Dance Moves in K-Pop

  K-Pop idols put their all to put on a performance their fans will love, and sometimes, that means executing potentially harmful dance moves for the sake of their choreography. Here are some of the most dangerous K-Pop dance moves.

  August 14, 2020 08:08 PM EDT

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  These Are The Most Well-Known Fights Between Group Members in K-Pop

  When you live and work with someone for the majority of your career, fights are likely to ensue once in awhile. Most idols tend to keep it under wraps, but these fights within members are well-known amongst fans.

  August 14, 2020 02:08 AM EDT

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  These Idols Were Originally Not Part of Their Group's Lineup

  When you're a fan of a K-Pop group, it's hard to imagine having one or two members not being part. However, many K-Pop trainees end up being kicked out of the debut line-up or never get included at all. These K-Pop idols were originally not meant to debut with their group but ended up taking the stage.

  August 13, 2020 11:08 PM EDT

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  V's Name Was Not Included in The Cast of "Break the Silence" + Fans Trend "BTS is 7"

  BTS's V has been left out again, and fans are sick and tired of it. On August 13, Thursday, Big Hit Entertainment released the first trailer for BTS's fourth documentary, "Break the Silence: The Movie", set to be released in theaters on September 10.

  August 13, 2020 11:08 PM EDT

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  Former PRISTIN Kyla Responds to SEVENTEEN Dating Rumors, Why She Left The Group, and More on Twitter

  After a short silence on Twitter, former PRISTIN member Kyla has spoken up on the recent allegations made about her. She references the screenshots fans had shared of their private conversations with her and claims that they are fabricated or people impersonating her. She hopes people will not believe everything they see on the internet.

  August 13, 2020 09:08 PM EDT

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  Kwon Mina's Agency Reveals Why She Rejected a Police Investigation for The AOA Bullying Incident

  Former AOA member Kwon Mina revealed in early July that she was bullied by then-leader Shin Jimin for ten years while promoting with the group. Since then, numerous allegations have been made and Kwon Mina had even shared posts of self-harm.

  August 13, 2020 08:08 PM EDT

• Chinese Youths Are Rushing to The Salon to Get Bangs Like BLACKPINK Lisa

  BLACKPINK's Lisa is easily recognizable for one distinguishable feature: her bangs! Whether she dyes her hair dark or light or keeps it long or short, Lisa ha rocked the bangs since her debut. In 2019, during BLACKPINK's performance in Coachella, Lisa went viral with people who aren't K-Pop fans as the "girl with the bangs", with people loving her charisma and stage presence.

  August 13, 2020 07:08 PM EDT