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  SEVENTEEN Releases Promotion Schedule for Special Album "Semicolon"

  SEVENTEEN is amping up the excitement for their upcoming special album comeback by releasing the much-awaited promotion schedule for "Semicolon"! The album is due on the 19th of October at 6:00 p.m. KST.

  October 06, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  You Never Would Have Guessed The Meaning Behind These Idols’ Stage Names

  Stage names are an essential part of K-Pop performances or any performances for that matter. For as long back as one can remember, artists have used stage names to express their artistic persona better. While some stage names and the story behind them are quite popular, some are not so much.

  October 06, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  GFRIEND to Hold Their First Live Concert on Halloween

  On the 6th of October 2020, GFRIEND announced the "2020 GFRIEND ONLINE CONCERT GFRIEND C:ON" through their community platform Weverse as well as their official SNS along with releasing a group poster.

  October 06, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  Trot Singer Kwon Do Woon Comes Out As Homosexual on His 10th Debut Anniversary

  On October 6, 2020, on the occasion of his 10th debut anniversary, popular trot singer Kwon Do Woon came out as homosexual by relaying a statement via his label Trust Entertainment.

  October 06, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  BTS Surpasses 1.1 Billion Views on YouTube With "DNA" Music Video

  Having already broken that many records with “DNA” alone, BTS has done it again as the music video of “DNA” has surpassed 1.1 billion views on Youtube as of October 5, 2020.

  October 05, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  BLACKPINK Confirmed to Appear on "Knowing Bros"

  On October 5, OSEN reported that BLACKPINK was scheduled to make a much awaited full-group appearance on JTBC's "Knowing Brothers". The group last appeared on the show in 2017, spiking the program's ratings as the girls charmed viewers and the cast alike.

  October 05, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  Lee Hyori Releases Wedding Video With Lee Sang-soon in "Face ID"

  Hyori's wedding with her husband was extremely personal and exclusive. Very few people were invited, and only a small number of photos were revealed from the scene, raising curiosity about the event. Now, in an episode of Kakao Entertainment's 'Face ID', Lee Hyori will be revealing a never seen before video of the wedding.

  October 05, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

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  These Male Idols Dropped Out of School to Pursue Their Dreams

  While idol life is still hard after being immensely successful, it is even harder for trainees who oftentimes have to make life-altering decisions to get started on their dream journey. As such, many idols who are incredibly successful today had to make the sometimes difficult and sometimes obvious decision of having to drop out of school to pursue their dreams.

  October 05, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

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  SuperM Takes 2nd Place in The Billboard 200 Album Chart With "Super One"

  As of today, Super M have reached Number 2 on the Billboard 200 album chart! According to the Nielsen Music data quoted by Billboard, this album sold 104,000 copies, of which 101,000 were found to be real albums.

  October 05, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

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  Hyukoh Releases Collaboration With AOMG Artist Sogumm

  On the 5th, according to Salt's agency AOMG and Hyukoh's agency DooRooDooRoo Artist Company, the two will release the collaboration song "Outing" at 6:00 p.m. KST today.

  October 05, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

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  OST King Sung Si Kyung Celebrates His 20th Debut Anniversary

  Sung Si Kyung is still the reigning king of writing the most touching OSTs that will always remain our favourites. The singer who has captured that many hearts and lent his voice to a whole range of emotions has now celebrated his 20th debut anniversary.

  October 03, 2020 10:10 AM EDT

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  YG Monster Rookies TREASURE Moves Up to No. 1 on Japanese Rakuten Music Monthly Chart

  On October 3rd, YG Entertainment posted a special performance video of 'I LOVE YOU' on their official channel. This song topped the monthly chart of Rakuten Music, one of Japan's major music sites, in September.

  October 03, 2020 09:10 AM EDT

• BLACKPINK Charts No. 1 on iTunes in 57 Countries + Sees 700k Increase in Subscribers

  The music video for "Lovesick Girls" reached 60 million views in 24 hours after the release, and the number of subscribers to BLACKPINK's YouTube channel has also increased by about 700,000 in a day after the release of the first regular album, and is currently reaching 50 million.

  October 03, 2020 09:10 AM EDT

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  Know All The Popular K-Pop Idols Born With The Zodiac Sign Leo

  Here are all the K-Pop idols with the zodiac sign Leo. (Photo : MikHope 9405 Youtube) Ever wondered what zodiac sign your favourite idol is and maybe even, whether they'd be compatible with you? The zodiac is an area of the sky that extends approximately 8° north or south (as measured in celestial latitude) of the ecliptic, the apparent path of the Sun across the celestial sphere over the course of the year.

  October 03, 2020 08:10 AM EDT

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  Bumkey’s Labelmate Rookie NONE Releases Groovy New Single

  NONE’s new single ‘doremifa’ was released today, October 2, 2020 at 6 PM KST video all music streaming sites.

  October 02, 2020 09:10 AM EDT

• Jessica Jung Celebrates Release of Her Novel ‘Shine’

  On October 1, Jessica posted various celebratory photos of herself as she wrote in the captions "Shine is finally out!"

  October 02, 2020 08:10 AM EDT

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  JYP Japanese Girl Group NiziU to Debut in Japan in Early December

  JYP Entertainment announced on the 2nd that NiziU would release their debut single 'Step and a Step' in Japan on December 2nd through the official social media channels of JYPE and NiziU. The album contains a total of 4 songs, including the title song 'Step & A Step' of the same name as the album.

  October 02, 2020 08:10 AM EDT

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  EXO Sends Warm Chuseok Greetings to Fans Via Lysn

  Members of EXO sent in their best wishes for Chuseok to fans, much to their joy, especially when members that are currently in the military wished fans as well.

  October 02, 2020 07:10 AM EDT

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  Wonho Opens New Youtube Channel

  Wonho, who recently made his successful solo debut this September with the EP “Love Synonym Pt.1: Right for Me,” has officially launched a Youtube channel!

  October 02, 2020 07:10 AM EDT

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  Can You Guess Who These Idols Are From Their Baby Photos?

  While some of these idols still show great resemblance, others have outgrown their features. Can you guess these idols just from their baby photos?

  October 02, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  Golden Child Release Exclusive Photos Donning Modernized Hanboks for Chuseok

  Ahead of their comeback, Golden Child has released exclusive photos wearing beautiful traditional but modernised hanboks through their official SNS on the precious occasion of Chuseok. The members brought a modern twist to the traditional hanbok, showing their charm and depth all at once through their photos.

  October 01, 2020 06:10 AM EDT

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  7 K-Pop Idols Who Wowed Fans With Their Physique on Men’s Health Korea

  Considering Men's Health Korea magazine's popularity, it is no surprise that your favourite idols too, probably have appeared on its cover. In case you didn't already know about it, here are 7 K-Pop idols that have appeared on the cover of Men's Health Korea.

  October 01, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

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  SF9 Releases Nostalgic M/V Teaser For "Shine Together"

  On October 1, 2020, FNC Entertainment, home to SF9 officially released a M/V Teaser for their lead single ‘Shine Together’ from their upcoming special album, ‘SPECIAL HISTORY BOOK’.

  October 01, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

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  JYP Entertainment Reveals TWICE Comeback Release Date

  On October 1, JYP Entertainment revealed to the world that TWICE is going to make a comeback with the full length album, scheduled on the 26th of October!

  October 01, 2020 05:10 AM EDT

• BLACKPINK ‘Ice Cream’ Music Video Exceeds 300 Million Views Showing Global Presence

  It has just been confirmed that BLACKPINK has broken yet another personal record as the music video for their collaboration with Selena Gomez has exceeded 300 million views on Youtube as of October 1, 2020 at 4:46 p.m. KST.

  October 01, 2020 04:10 AM EDT

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  Here’s How Your Favourite Idols Stay Protected From The Sun During Long Shoots

  There are tens of thousands of sunscreen variants and brands out there. However, with so many options out there, which one should you choose? Well, your favourite idols opt for coconut oil.

  September 30, 2020 11:09 AM EDT

• T-ARA Shares Precious Group Reunion Photo Before Chuseok Special

  On September 30, Qri shared on her personal Instagram account, beautiful photos she had taken with Jiyeon, Hyomin, and Ham Eun Jung ahead of their appearance in a Chuseok Special Program.

  September 30, 2020 10:09 AM EDT

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  ENHYPEN Reveals Upcoming Promotion Schedule for October

  On the 30th of September, BELIF+ released another pre-debut promotion schedule for October, lining out the events that fans could look forward to in October. On October 9, 2020, the fan club name will be announced, and October 12 would mark the date for the official fan club membership opening.

  September 30, 2020 09:09 AM EDT

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  Know All The Popular K-Pop Idols Born With The Zodiac Sign Cancer

  Here are all the K-Pop idols born with the zodiac sign Cancer. (Photo : MikHope 9405 Youtube) Ever wondered what zodiac sign your favourite idol is and maybe even, whether they'd be compatible with you? The zodiac is an area of the sky that extends approximately 8° north or south (as measured in celestial latitude) of the ecliptic, the apparent path of the Sun across the celestial sphere over the course of the year.

  September 30, 2020 08:09 AM EDT

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  These 6 Idols Are Total Social Butterflies and Loved by All

  With how vast the K-Pop and the K-Entertainment industry are in general, there is a huge flux of interaction between hundreds of artists, either using work or friendship or simply award show gatherings and variety shows. While some are not extroverted to talk with everyone, some others are total social butterflies, talking with whoever crosses their way and forging new friendships with ease.

  September 30, 2020 07:09 AM EDT