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• "ConverSeulgi": Red Velvet Seulgi Customizes "Trolls" Converse Sneakers

  Red Velvet's Seulgi's "Trolls" promotion elated Converse enthusiasts after she updated her Instagram May 19, customizing Converse sneakers with the animated characters! Currently, her post is liked by over 800k Instagram subscribers. Her fellow Red Velvet girls, Yeri and Joy, left their comments of excitement, too!

  May 19, 2020 10:05 PM EDT

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  Netizens React to Dating Rumor Between T-ARA Jiyeon and Song Jae Rim + Their Common Interest

  A dating rumor recently took the web by storm and the K-pop community after Sports Kyunghang claimed that Jiyeon and Song Jae Rim are dating. According to the news outlet on May 17, the two went on a drive to Chungju of North Chungcheong Province, as per the confirmation of a local. This became a strong basis that the K-pop idol and the actor have a special relationship.

  May 19, 2020 09:05 PM EDT

• BLACKPINK Announces First YouTube Reality Series + Calls on Fans to Name The Show

  BLACKPINK's first reality show on YouTube is coming in your area! On May 19, BLACKPINK's official Instagram account announced the girl group's upcoming first reality show that will be broadcasted through their official YouTube channel, in preparation for their major comeback.

  May 19, 2020 09:05 PM EDT

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  Detox Your Skin With These Korean Serums Rich in Vitamin C

  Vitamin C is known for skin-enhancing as its main work is to repair body tissues to promulgate new and healthy ones. It's no wonder that aside from being one of the essential nutrients needed for overall immunity, Vitamin C is one of the best foods for the skin. True enough, Koreans are aware of its value to beauty and wellness.

  May 19, 2020 08:05 PM EDT

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  Girls Generation Taeyeon Featured on 1st Look magazine + Read Snippets of Her Exclusive Interview

  The Girls' Generation member Taeyeon was selected as the cover model for the June edition of 1st Look Magazine. During the interview, she poured her emotions about her supporters, and shared her tips to keep up with the fast-changing style.

  May 19, 2020 06:05 AM EDT

• BLACKPINK Lisa Shares The Importance of Self-Love Amidst COVID-19

  BLACKPINK's Lisa graced the cover of Allure Korea's June 2020 issue, where she opened up about embracing and loving herself, as well as the current state of the world exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic.

  May 19, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  T-ARA Jiyeon and Song Jae Rim's Agencies Debunk Dating Rumors

  Korean actor Song Jae Rim and T-ARA member Jiyeon were rumored as a romantic couple, as per the reports on May 19. This was because a witness reportedly observed the two stars on May 17, traveling together and pulling off at a gas station near Chungju.

  May 19, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  EXO Suho Leads a Squad in The Military According to Source

  EXO-Ls, especially Bunny Citizens, would feel proud after a confirmation that EXO's Suho is currently leading a squad in the military! On May 14, Suho enlisted in the military, which he confirmed himself through a self-written message for his beloved fans. And while it was heartbreaking for fans, just days later, wonderful news came out as confirmed by a source.

  May 19, 2020 03:05 AM EDT

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  Find Out What’s the Ideal Type of Some of Your Favorite K-pop Idols

  Being a K-pop idol is not easy. They tend to live their lives by how people want them to be, and by the image netizens see and link to them. However, just like normal people, they also fall in love. As for some fans, it is not inevitable to hope that you can be with your favorite idol, though chances to be liked by your idol in a swarm of fans is too little to none.

  May 19, 2020 03:05 AM EDT

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  Big Hit Entertainment Releases Statement on BTS Jungkook's Reported Visit to Itaewon

  Four K-pop idols were reported to have done club-hopping in Itaewon despite reminders of social distancing due to coronavirus - one of which is BTS's Jungkook. Dispatch revealed on May 18 that male idols' Jungkook, NCT 127's Jaehyun, SEVENTEEN's Mingyu, and ASTRO's Eunwoo went to Itaewon on the night of April 25 'til the early morning of April 26.

  May 19, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  K-Netz Discuss The "Double Standard" Between Male and Female Idol Controversies

  On May 18, there's a hot topic in an online Korean community site that fueled a heated discussion among K-netizens and K-pop fans about involving idols. Several idols, whether male or female, were involved in various scandals and controversies, such as the most recent "Itaewon Club" controversy.

  May 19, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  WATCH! Taeyang Shares Goal For Each Album + Staff, Bandmates Talk About Working With Him

  On May 18, the very first chapter of Taeyang's "White Night" docuseries was released via the official YouTube channels of BIGBANG and Taeyang. The story features Taeyang's video clips from before his third studio album "WHITE NIGHT" was released in 2017.

  May 19, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  Astro's Eunwoo Called A "Hypocrite" For Doing the "Thank You" Challenge After Itaewon Controversy

  Despite ASTRO's Eunwoo and his agency's apology statement, K-netizens are still extremely upset with BTS Jungkook, NCT's Jaehyun, and SEVENTEEN's Mingyu for going out in Itaewon despite the coronavirus pandemic. The three singers also gave their apology letter following the report from Dispatch.

  May 19, 2020 12:05 AM EDT

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  Korean Skin Care Products To Get Blemish-Free Skin Like EXO Baekhyun

  Baekhyun once revealed his secret to having clear, blemish-free skin, and it was during their Green Nature 2017 EXO Fan Festival, which was held at Hanyang University gymnasium. The EXO member emphasized the importance of soothing and moisturizing one's skin after removing makeup, adding that he never forgets to do these steps no matter how busy his schedule gets.

  May 18, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

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  Swedish Pop Star Zara Larsson is Excited To Participate in TWICE's Upcoming Single "More and More"

  The Swedish Pop star Zara Larsson is excited to participate in TWICE's upcoming single "More and More." The singer has also participated in the songwriting process. The group's upcoming mini-album features several collaborations with various European artists. MNEK and Zara Larsson are just two of the big names included on the list.

  May 18, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

• BLACKPINK Members Solo Debut Possibly Not Happening + BLINKs React

  On May 18, YG Entertainment made a huge announcement regarding their plans for BLACKPINK's upcoming major return, which created various reactions from the fans. However, most BLINKs are extremely upset for not revealing any follow-up plans regarding the members' solo debut and comeback.

  May 18, 2020 10:05 PM EDT

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  Here's Why It's Hard For K-pop Idols to Be Gay in South Korea

  Two K-pop male idols, with amazingly radiant skin and beautifully brushed-up 'do, are munching the same candy stick on a lit stage. As they nibble, they move closer, and the stick becomes smaller - and finally, the two sealed a smooch. Such sorts of scenarios are not unusual in South Korea's flashy, heavily industrialized entertainment industry. That is, as long as it is for display only.

  May 18, 2020 09:05 PM EDT

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  SM Entertainment Releases Official Statement on Jaehyun's Bar Hopping Issue

  In one of the most recent news of Dispatch, the news agency allegedly revealed how they were able to spot some K-pop idols bar hopping on the night of April 25 until the dawn of the following day, despite the intensified reminder of South Korea about Social distancing.

  May 18, 2020 09:05 AM EDT

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  Big Hit Entertainment Rumored to Buy Pledis Entertainment + Both Companies Address The Issue

  The news network The Fact authored on May 18 an article about the media industry's source that is presumed to be intimately acquainted with Big Hit Entertainment's internal affairs and Pledis Entertainment.

  May 18, 2020 07:05 AM EDT

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  Check Out These Skin Care Products to Achieve Korean Glass Skin!

  South Koreans' glass-looking skin is something every beauty enthusiast would love to achieve. While K-pop idols are lauded for their amazing talent as performers, they are also the standard of beauty because of their amazing glow. Glass-looking skin appearance can be achieved, according to some beauty experts, by using the products below!

  May 18, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  OH MY GIRL Faces Backlash For Allegedly Fat-Shaming SuJu Shindong and Making Racist Gestures

  On May 17, fans got furious after OH MY GIRL allegedly fat-shamed their senior idol, Super Junior's Shindong, and at the same time, for showing racist gestures. The controversy started during the broadcast of the SBS KPOP's YouTube show, "Shindong Gayo," wherein the Super Junior member is the MC.

  May 18, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  Dispatch Says Jungkook, Eunwoo, Jaehyun, and Mingyu Went to Itaewon Amid Social Distancing Rules

  Dispatch disclosed that the speculated "Itaewon Idols" were the 97-liners BTS's Jungkook, ASTRO's Eunwoo, NCT 127's Jaehyun, SEVENTEEN's Mingyu. The media outlet stated that the four idols went to a restaurant and a couple of entertainment facilities in Itaewon

  May 18, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  K-pop Idols Who Began Their Careers as Child Actors and Models

  Many K-pop stars, before debuting, had various ways to take the path of becoming an idol. Some were scouted and had to train for months to years before they can finally be introduced to the public. For instance, these K-pop idols, even before debut, already marked their identity to the fans and viewers through their appearance to the national television or music programs with other artists.

  May 18, 2020 03:05 AM EDT

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  Tao Greets IU on Her Birthday + See Fans' Reactions

  Former EXO member Tao, who is currently making a huge buzz after claiming a seat as one of the mentors of the Chinese Show "Produce Camp 2020," is alleged to have something for IU. It was in April that Tao followed IU on Instagram. Then, netizens recently noticed that Tao is frequently liking her posts, and even commented on IU's SNS!

  May 18, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  K-pop Idols Who Encountered Emergencies While On Stage

  K-pop idols always give their best shot while on stage, but in some instances, unforeseen emergency events happen among artists while performing. K-pop idols are highly applauded for their awesome stage performances, which is why their fans always anticipate seeing them sing and dance live.

  May 18, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  Check Out The Most Heartbreaking Disbandments in The History of K-pop

  Majority of these groups deserved fair treatment. Some K-pop bands receive unequal treatment from their firms, as an agency can make choices that can potentially harm certain groups. Several other K-pop groups also eventually wind up disbanding because of certain unwise company decisions that break the fans' hearts.

  May 18, 2020 01:05 AM EDT

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  K-Netz Discuss if These Groups Approaching The “7-Year Curse” Will Disband or Renew Contracts

  On May 17, a hot topic in an online Korean community site created discussion between fans, talking about the K-pop groups which are approaching a contract expiration months or a few years from now.

  May 18, 2020 12:05 AM EDT

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  Fans Were Thrilled at Lee Joon Gi's Comment on IU's Birthday Post

  Fans of IU and Lee Joon Gi are screaming for a second season of their love team after the famous South Korean actor greeted the K-pop star and actress on her birthday. IU celebrated her 28th birthday on the 16th and as expected a lot of her fans, as well as celebrities, greeted her on social media.

  May 18, 2020 12:05 AM EDT

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  5 Korean Products to Achieve Silky Long Hair and Glass Skin Like Red Velvet's Joy!

  Korea's "It Girl" is back at it again! Red Velvet's Joy proves to be a top tier celebrity with her back-to-back cosmetic brand CVs, namely Aveda Korea and ESPOIR, to name a few. Joy's flexible and adaptive capabilities are what make cosmetic brands love her!

  May 17, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

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  EXO Lay and Former Members Spotted Wearing BLACKPINK Jennie's Eyewear + Kai Rumored To Own One

  BLACKPINK's Jennie's Jentle Home is a huge success that even celebrities such as the EXO's current and former Chinese members were spotted wearing her collection! Recently, Jennie collaborated with Gentle Monster Eyewear in launching her own collection called, "Jentle Home," which she designed herself.

  May 17, 2020 11:05 PM EDT