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ROSÉ Crowned As Most Popular Girl Group Member For January 2025, Outshining Karina And Wonyoung
Here are the 10 most popular K-pop girl group members for January 2025!
January 20, 2025 04:01 AM EST
CNBLUE's Jung Yong Hwa To Undergo Surgery After Receiving Knee Cartilage Tear Diagnosis
The CNBLUE leader was diagnosed with a meniscus tear in his right knee.
January 20, 2025 03:01 AM EST
GFRIEND Members Emotional at Concert, Fans Direct Anger at HYBE and SOURCE MUSIC
Buddies reacted to GFRIEND's tearful performance at their concert and vented their frustration against HYBE and SOURCE MUSIC for the group's "disbandment."
January 20, 2025 03:01 AM EST
'XO, Kitty' OST: Jungkook's 'Seven,' aespa's 'Drama,' More K-pop Songs Featured In The New Season
As we bask in the "XO, Kitty 2" buzz, you might wanna hit the replay of these 17 K-pop bops that set the new season's vibe.
January 17, 2025 05:01 AM EST
Former T-ARA's Areum Receives Eight-Month Prison Sentence for Disturbing Child Abuse Charges
Areum, formerly of T-ARA, has received a prison sentence over charges of child abuse.
January 17, 2025 02:01 AM EST
GFRIEND's Yuju Cuts Back On Singing In Concerts Amid Struggles With Vocal Cord Inflammation
Yuju will be limiting her vocal usage in GFRIEND's tenth anniversary concerts.
January 17, 2025 01:01 AM EST
YG Entertainment Officially Shuts Down Actor Management, Shifts Major Focus to Music
YG Entertainment has closed its actor management branch to focus entirely on music.
January 17, 2025 12:01 AM EST
BLACKPINK's Jennie Celebrates Birthday With Exciting New Music Tease: 'Coming Soon For You All'
In a celebratory post for her birthday, Jennie hinted at her new music release by sharing some photos from the studio.
January 16, 2025 04:01 AM EST
ATEEZ's Hongjoong Allegedly Takes A Shot At HYBE Labels And Bang Si Hyuk In Fiery New Diss Track
KQ Entertainment has responded to the claims that Hongjoong's new diss track is aimed at HYBE Labels and founder, Bang Si Hyuk.
January 16, 2025 04:01 AM EST
STAYC's Sumin To Showcase Her Acting Skills In Horror Movie By 'Goedam' Director
The director of her upcoming horror movie also helmed some of K-pop's most iconic music videos like Girls' Generation's "The Boys" and SHINee's "Lucifer."
January 16, 2025 03:01 AM EST
K-pop Songs Turning 15 Years Old in 2025: SNSD's 'Run Devil Run,' Super Junior's 'Bonamana,' More
From "Run Devil Run" by SNSD to "Bonamana" by Super Junior, let's take a trip down memory lane to these iconic K-pop songs that will turn 15 years old in 2025!
January 15, 2025 04:01 AM EST
'2024 MBC Gayo Daejejeon' Rescheduled For January Following December Postponement
The new dates for the highly-anticipated "2024 MBC Gayo Daejejeon: WANNABE" have been revealed, following its cancelation last December.
January 15, 2025 04:01 AM EST
Controversial YouTuber Sojang Imprisoned for Two Years, Fined $136K for Defamation
Controversial YouTuber Sojang has received a two-year prison sentence and ordered to pay a penalty fine due to defamation charges.
January 15, 2025 02:01 AM EST
NewJeans' Dorm Inspected by HYBE Employee with Body Camera Following Group's Departure From ADOR
Fans were enraged by a report claiming that NewJeans' dormitory room was inspected by a HYBE employee, who was also equipped with a body-cam.
January 14, 2025 04:01 AM EST
Internal HYBE Document Exposes Unflattering Opinions on SM's New Girl Group Hearts2Hearts
A resurfaced controversial HYBE document revealed the company's thoughts on the members of SM Entertainment's upcoming girl group Hearts2Hearts.
January 14, 2025 03:01 AM EST
Red Velvet's Joy Renews Contract With SM: 'I Wanted To Move Forward In a Good Direction'
Joy has officially renewed her exclusive contract with SM Entertainment.
January 14, 2025 12:01 AM EST
K-pop Female Idols Turning 30 in 2025: TWICE's Nayeon, Kwon Eunbi, WJSN's Exy, More
Here are several K-pop female idols who will turn 30 years old in 2025.
January 13, 2025 04:01 AM EST
Seline's Cryptic Post Sparks Rumors of cignature's Comeback Following Disbandment in 2024
Seline's post on Instagram regarding her former group has raised speculations about a possible reunion.
January 13, 2025 03:01 AM EST
SM Entertainment to Debut Eight-Member Girl Group Hearts2Hearts in February
SM Entertainment's fans, Pink Bloods, have pieced out the members of SMNGG 2025, the label's first group since aespa.
January 13, 2025 02:01 AM EST
EXO-Ls Outraged As Lay Gets Labeled As 'Former EXO Member': 'Do Your Research'
A post referring to Lay as a former EXO member is drawing flak from EXO-Ls.
January 11, 2025 12:01 AM EST
BLACKPINK's Jisoo Reportedly Making Solo Comeback, BLISSOO Responds
Jisoo's agency BLISSOO has responded to reports claiming the idol's solo comeback plans.
January 10, 2025 10:01 PM EST
ROSÉ and Bruno Mars' 'APT' Achieves Platinum Certification From RIAA
Rosé and Bruno Mars' collaboration hit "APT." has officially received a platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America.
January 10, 2025 10:01 PM EST
Top 25 Most-Streamed K-pop Songs on MelOn in 2024: 'Plot Twist,' 'Fate,' 'Supernova,' More
Here are the top 25 most-streamed K-pop songs on MelOn in 2024.
January 10, 2025 08:01 AM EST
SM Entertainment's 30th Anniversary Video Hints At New Trainee: 'She Reminds Me Of Karina'
SM Entertainment may have hinted at a possible SMNGG Global trainee in its 30th anniversary video and netizens have noticed her appearance to aespa's Karina.
January 10, 2025 08:01 AM EST
Former RIIZE Seunghan's Real Personality Revealed by Ex-SM Trainee: 'Seunghan Was So Nice to Me'
A former SM Entertainment trainee's anecdote regarding ex-RIIZE member Seunghan drew reactions from fans.
January 09, 2025 11:01 PM EST
BTS' J-Hope Brings 'HOPE ON THE STAGE' World Tour in Manila, Jakarta, Los Angeles, More
J-Hope is about to bring his upcoming concert tour "HOPE ON THE STAGE" in these cities and dates.
January 09, 2025 10:01 PM EST
BTS' Jungkook Has ARMYs Worried After Unfollowing Everyone On Instagram Account For Dog Bam
ARMYs were worried after Jungkook had unfollowed everyone on his Instagram account for his dog Bam.
January 09, 2025 04:01 AM EST
Jisoo's Outfit At 'Newtopia' Press Conference Receives Mixed Reactions: 'Her Face Is Doing Everything'
The idol received criticism for what fans felt was a lacking choice.
January 09, 2025 02:01 AM EST
LE SSERAFIM's Sakura to Officially Launch Crochet Merch Line 'KKUROCHET'
FEARNOTs will be able to purchase Sakura's handmade crochet items in an upcoming drop.
January 09, 2025 02:01 AM EST
TWICE's Mina Confirmed as New Brand Ambassador for Fendi, ONCEs Captivated by Idol's Allure
Mina has been selected as the newest brand ambassador for the luxury brand.
January 09, 2025 01:01 AM EST

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