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  Indian News Channel Under Fire After Showing Racist Behavior Towards EXO's Chanyeol

  An Indian TV network which is the most-viewed Hindi station featured a Chinese segment on May 9th. They tackled the irresponsible behavior of the Chinese government during the initial COVID-19 outbreak.

  May 10, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

• EXO Kai Accepts Super Junior Siwon's Challenge To Honor Medical Frontliners

  EXO Kai joined the many celebrities in South Korea in honoring the frontliners amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Kai shared a photo of him while doing the "respect" hand sign on his Instagram account. This is his acceptance to Super Junior's Siwon's challenge to express gratefulness to the heroes who are battling against COVID-19.

  May 09, 2020 12:05 AM EDT

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  Here Are The K-pop Idols Who Will Enlist This May + Enlistment Dates

  This month of May, K-pop enthusiasts have been welcomed by several comeback dates and groups who are set to debut. So far, this is the most jam-packed month for the K-pop industry, following the lockdown due to the pandemic. As South Korea has flattened its coronavirus curve, multiple groups are pushing through their schedules and activities that were held back.

  May 08, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

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  Suran Criticized After Alleged Referral to BTS Suga in Her Post + Fans Demand Explanation

  On the Korean online community platform, Pann, one of the enormous topics is Suran was heavily critized for a post involving BTS Suga. It can be remembered that the two collaborated almost two years ago and was entangled in a dating rumor.

  May 08, 2020 10:05 PM EDT

• Thai Embassy Confirms BLACKPINK Lisa Received Death Threats + YG Entertainment's Response

  Following the alarming news in regards to BLACKPINK's Lisa death threats that were raised through various SNS outlets, the Seoul-based Thai Embassy posted on its official social media account, confirming the threats hurled against the idol.

  May 08, 2020 09:05 PM EDT

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  Achieve The K-pop Idol Look You've Always Wanted with These Korean Products!

  Popular for its delicate formulations, stylish packaging, and high-quality ingredients, consumers love Korean skincare products for producing remarkable results. On top of everything else, several of them come at low sale prices, so it's no surprise most of the popular K-beauty items have an online following cult, particularly on Amazon.

  May 08, 2020 09:05 AM EDT

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  The Dark Truth Behind K-pop Idols Harming Themselves and Ending Their Lives

  South Korean music artists have huge support and following from all over the world, but the stress and anxiety of the K-pop industry and the excessive bashing they receive on different social networking sites are taking a serious impact on these stars.

  May 08, 2020 08:05 AM EDT

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  Court Favors Big Hit Over Legal Battle Against Unauthorized "Fake" Photo Goods

  On May 8, South Korea's Supreme Court revealed the results of their most recent court ruling, which involves Big Hit Entertainment's legal battle against different organizations that sell unapproved and "fake" photograph merchandise of BTS, by means of the court's legitimate website.

  May 08, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  VIXX's N Shares How Life In The Military Is Easier Than Being A Trainee

  VIXX's N made a short remark earlier this month about a "hard time." Although what he had been thinking about was vague, much has been said in the short speech. N addressed several subjects in a newly-published open letter to his fans, including how he decided to provide their army haircuts to his bandmates once it was time for them all to join the army.

  May 08, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

• UPDATE: P&G Confirms BLACKPINK Lisa as Newest Downy Spokesperson

  Finally, Procter & Gamble revealed their newest Downy brand spokesperson! On May 7, Downy China's official Weibo page hinted about their new endorser. And now, fans might be hoarding the product as one of the leading international brands P&G finally divulged the mystery girl who will represent their product, Downy.

  May 08, 2020 03:05 AM EDT

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  IU and Park Seo Joon Talk About Their New Movie "Dream" + Filming Already Started

  IU and Park Seo Joon, along with other celebrities, were recently confirmed to star in a new movie, "Dream," and filming is now in progress. Under Lee Byung Hun's directorship, IU, Park Seo Joon, Lee Hyun Woo, Kim Jong Soo, and Go Chang Suk are all set to join forces to excite fans as the upcoming movie has began filming on May 7.

  May 08, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  "King of K-pop" G-Dragon Crowned As No. 1 in Four Categories on Weibo Due to One Post

  On May 8, a social network index gave fans and netizens a glimpse of G-Dragon's influence and impact in China, wherein currently, he is reigning on the Chinese social media platform Weibo with four titles due to a single post.

  May 08, 2020 02:05 AM EDT

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  Apink's First Female Junior Group in 10 Years Set to Debut in June + Members' Profiles

  On May 8, PlayM Entertainment, the agency of K-pop groups Apink and VICTON, announced the debut date of their new female idol group. According to the official statement of the company, they are planning to launch a seven-member girl group called PlayM Girls, which was introduced last December in 2019. Today, the agency confirmed that the group will finally debut in June.

  May 08, 2020 01:05 AM EDT

• Former YG Staff Revealed That YG Entertainment Mistreated 2NE1 and Gave Their Songs To BLACKPINK!

  Previously, an article published on DC Inside about an individual claiming to be a former YG employee is gaining tons of attention.

  May 08, 2020 12:05 AM EDT

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  Effective Korean Eye Creams Under $30 To Soothe Your Budget

  The eyes are the window to one's soul. Thus, everyone should take care of them properly. Korean eye creams are on market shelves everywhere. However, this particular beauty product is not as affordable as other regimens, such as facial mask sheets or lip balms.

  May 07, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

• Rumor Has It That YG Entertainment Will Reveal BLACKPINK's Leader On Their Comeback

  The BLACKPINK members are equally talented and superb when it comes to stage performances. Therefore, defining who would be its official leader remains uncertain.

  May 07, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

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  Jongup Shares Experience In Making His Solo Album and Transferring To A New Company

  Jongup arranged a presentation on May 7 to commemorate the successful launching of his first solo debut album, "Headache." At the showcase, Jongup stated, "I would share the pressure and fear of presenting and appearing on the various stages with everyone else in the band when I promoted as a member of a group, but now I will have to do all of the promotional activities by myself."

  May 07, 2020 11:05 PM EDT

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  WATCH: The First Round of "Road to Kingdom" Shows Epic H.O.T and TVXQ Performances

  Mnet's "Road to Kingdom," which first aired on Thursday afternoon, May 7, features THE BOYZ against Pentagon, VERIVERY, ONEUS, TOO, Golden Child, and ONF ahead of the much-awaited first round of the competition.

  May 07, 2020 10:05 PM EDT

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  WATCH: EXO Baekhyun and IU's "Fighting" Scene Trends After Their Respective Comebacks

  In light of EXO's Baekhyun x Bol4 and IU x Suga's collaboration songs, fans and netizens who anticipated the major releases of these artists have a special and hilarious way to celebrate.

  May 07, 2020 10:05 PM EDT

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  Cosmetic Products You Can Use To Recreate IU’s Look in "Hotel Del Luna"

  Since IU just released her new digital single "Eight," let's celebrate her musical comeback by looking back at her role in the hit drama, "Hotel Del Luna," where she played the main character as Hotel Del Luna's owner and CEO, Jang Manwol.

  May 07, 2020 09:05 PM EDT

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  The Real-Life Chaebol in Hong Kong

  The hottest thing in Asian pop culture these days is South Korea. The so-called Korean wave covers the craze for South Korean TV dramas, movies and pop singers—but increasingly also for fashion, cosmetics and electronics. Specifically, many recent Korean dramas clocked up record television ratings in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan this past year. This is propelled by the fact that some of these celebrities have had fan meet events throughout Asia, and the idea of seeing them in person just fans the flames of fandom.

  May 07, 2020 03:05 PM EDT

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  Check These Best Korean Hair Care Products To Revive Damaged Hair and Bring Back Its Shine

  Get on the street confidently without having to worry about getting your hair damaged of frizzy with these 17 best Korean hair items for a fresh and smooth mane. These hair care products should pull your boring bolts from the hair colour to the conditioners and also get it set to pose in the main stage.

  May 07, 2020 12:05 PM EDT

• Here's What You Need To Know About BLACKPINK's Collab With Lady Gaga!

  It was confirmed last month that the reports about BLACKPINK working with Lady Gaga were real. Yet after Gaga delayed her album date, BLINKs were desperately trying to figure out just when we would all get the new song collaboration to hear.

  May 07, 2020 11:05 AM EDT

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  AI and VR Trends To Follow In 2020

  Artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) saw its biggest growth revenue in 2019. (Photo : pixabay) 2020 already feels like we are living in a virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) with the unprecedented arrival of COVID19.

  May 07, 2020 11:05 AM EDT

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  The Not-so-well-known Side of the Entertainment Industry: K-pop Stars Dish Everything

  K-pop stars are known globally, and they attend the greatest festivals in the world. Everything they do inspires the young generation that worships them like gods. And they have every reason to do it because they are perfect.

  May 07, 2020 10:05 AM EDT

• Downy's Mystery Endorser is Possibly a BLACKPINK Member

  BLINKS are currently speculating that a BLACKPINK member is the mystery endorser that is soon to be revealed. On the 7th of May, the official SNS of Downy China on Weibo gives hints to the mystery Downy girl that will soon be revealed.

  May 07, 2020 10:05 AM EDT

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  Find Out Why BTS V Admires and Look Up to Jungkook the Most

  V didn't mince words when he said his truthful thoughts on Jungkook. The intimate bond between V and Jungkook of BTS is indeed a pleasant sight to witness from afar. ARMYs love the friendship between these two maknae band members because this is such a beautiful thing that they were so good friends, although their personality types are distinctive from one another.

  May 07, 2020 09:05 AM EDT

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  Sparks Edition Reveals The Meanings Behind Every "Map of The Soul: 7" Edition Cover

  If you think that various colors on the "Map of The Soul: 7" album covers were selected just to look good, think twice. The couple duo who crafted and produced the albums, Sparks Edition, disclosed that every one of the four designs and styles has a particular significance to BTS and their journey throughout their career.

  May 07, 2020 04:05 AM EDT

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  Goo Hara's Mother to MBC's "True Story:" "Why Are You Here?"

  Goo Hara's passing shocked the online world and K-pop realm, yet her mother's alleged persistence to claim her wealth baffled the mob - and "MBC True Story" took the leap to take her side of the story.

  May 07, 2020 03:05 AM EDT

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  2020's Top 50 Songs on MelOn With The Highest Cumulative Listeners

  2020 is only five months in. However, the competition is pretty rough in terms of making an impression on South Korea's music charts. MelOn, being one of the most successful music streaming services in the country, has released multiple chart rankings based on time.

  May 07, 2020 03:05 AM EDT