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• Lee Chaeyeon Says Sorry For Rude Behavior At EXO Concert, Fans Unimpressed With Apology

  After being bombarded with negative comments about her behavior at the recently concluded EXO concert at the Jamsil Stadium, Lee Chayeon has apologized to netizens through a post on social media.

  05.31.17 | 12:26PM EDT

• We Won't See UEE In After School Any Longer, Contract With Pledis Entertainment Ends

  UEE has decided not to renew her exclusive contract with Pledis Entertainment and announced that she will be graduating from "After School" with the end of her contract. In a handwritten letter, she expressed her deepest feelings about her upcoming departure with her fans.

  05.31.17 | 12:14PM EDT

• T-ARA Teases Return In 'What's My Name' Poster

  They may be two members short but it doesn't mean that the remaining T-ARA members are going to deliver anything less than a stellar comeback. T-ARA members Qri, Hyomin, Eunjung, and Jiyeon have recently released the first teasers of their comeback album which bears the question "What's My Name?"

  05.31.17 | 11:03AM EDT

• U-KISS Eli Will Sue Netizens Spreading Hate Against His Family, Agency Confirms

  U-KISS' Eli is taking a firm stance against netizens who are spreading hate and false rumors against his wife and child on social media sites. According to his management NH EMG, K-pop idol is willing to take legal action against online bashers if they step over the line.

  05.31.17 | 7:31AM EDT

• Suzy Bae Reeling From Break Up With Lee Min Ho Or Simply Missing 'Legend Of The Blue Sea' Actor?

  Was Suzy Bae's recent night out with her friends a sign that she's reeling from her reported split from her boyfriend Lee Min Ho or was it just a normal outing to take a break from her busy schedule? Fans were recently alarmed upon learning that the actress drank bottles of soju with her friends, fueling rumors of a split with the "Legend of the Blue Sea" actor.

  05.31.17 | 7:31AM EDT

• PSY Reaches 10 Million Subscribers On Youtube!

  After being the first K-pop artist to reach 1 billion views on youtube for his smash hit "Gangnam Style" PSY has reached another milestone on the landmark. The YG artist has become the first Asian artist to reach 10 million subscribers on youtube.

  05.30.17 | 9:20AM EDT

• BTS Not Keen On Shifting To US Market, Says Korean Language Is How They Communicate Best

  While the door has blasted wide open for BTS to enter the US market with their Billboard Music Awards win for Top Social Artist, it seems that the Bangtan Boys are not keen on shifting their focus from their fans in Korea.

  05.30.17 | 9:18AM EDT

• BTS Success Compared To 'The Beatles' Superstardom

  Billboard was one of the chief witnesses to BTS' rise to superstardom and it came as no surprise that experts from the prestigious music chart would air their take on the K-pop group's popularity. Pundits have compared BTS' appeal to the charisma of music legends The Beatles.

  05.30.17 | 9:14AM EDT

• Here's Everything We Know About EXO's Comeback Album! Baekhyun Dishes On Release Date, Themes And More

  One of the hottest news to come out pf the K-pop scene these days is the confirmation that EXO will be making a comeback. EXO, who recently concluded their successful two-night "EXO PLANET #3 - The EXOrDIUM" at the Jamsil Stadium is raring to go back to the studio to produce their new album.

  05.30.17 | 9:14AM EDT

• SEVENTEEN Dubbed 'Most Innovatve K-pop Group' By Billboard; Will They Follow BTS' Footsteps?

  After BTS' win in the Billboard Music Awards for the Top Social Artist category, it seems that Billboard has developed a growing love for K-pop. SEVENTEEN recently reaped heaping praise from the chart's review of its comeback album "AI1" which Billboard dubbed as the most "innovative" K-pop group.

  05.30.17 | 9:14AM EDT

• YG Boss Yang Hyun Suk Approves Of Nam Tae Hyun's Single 'Hug Me,' Promotes Former WINNER Vocalist's Song On Instagram

  Contrary to speculations that former WINNER main vocalist Nam Tae Hyun and YG Entertainment parted ways on a sour note last year, it seems that the label and its former artist really did part amicably. YG Entertainment boss Yang Hyun Suk recently showed his support by endorsing Nam Tae Hyun's latest single "Hug Me" on his Instagram account.

  05.29.17 | 6:00AM EDT

• Nam Tae Hyun Reveals Real Reason For Leaving WINNER, Drops MV For Latest Single 'Hug Me'

  Former WINNER main vocalist Nam Tae Hyun recently reveals the real reason for his departure from the YG Entertainment-managed group. He also responded to haters posting negative comments about his comeback with his new band South Club.

  05.26.17 | 12:33PM EDT

• SEVENTEEN Dominates Sales, Viewing Records On Domestic, International Charts

  SEVENTEEN is making a killing in domestic and international charts with their latest comeback "Al1" as it breaks its own sales records and enters the charts of multiple countries worldwide.

  05.26.17 | 3:11AM EDT

• BTS Jin Owns Up To Being 'Worldwide Handsome' As He Addresses 'Third Member From The Left' Moment

  BTS member Jin recently caused an internet buzz when he went viral as "the third member of the left," when the K-pop group attended magenta carpet of the Billboard Music Awards.

  05.25.17 | 8:38AM EDT

• BIG BANG's G-Dragon To Release Solo Comeback In June Before 19-City World Tour, YG Confirms

  G-Dragon will be releasing his solo album before kicking off his "G-Dragon 2017 Concert: Act III, M.O.T.T.E," world tour this June 10. This was confirmed by YG Entertainment through a source.

  05.25.17 | 7:59AM EDT

• Sandara Park, AKMU's Suhyun, Lee Hi To Host New Variety Show 'Relationship Appeal'

  2NE1's Sandara Park, AKMU's Suhyun and Lee Hi will be headlining a new show on the OnStyle Network entitled "Relationship Appeal." The three YG artists are expected to launch the show in July.

  05.24.17 | 9:46AM EDT

• Nude Photos Of Park Joon Hyung's Daughter Leaked Online

  Nude photos of g.o.d member Park Joon Hyung have been leaked on the internet but unlike many celebrity scandals, there is no need to worry. Park Joon Hyung himself posted the image of his daughter and granted her permission to appear nude, but just once.

  05.24.17 | 9:43AM EDT

• Kim Tae Hee Confirmed To Be 15 Weeks Pregnant! See How Her Baby With Husband Rain Will Look Like

  Kim Tae Hee's agency confirmed that the actress is 15 weeks pregnant. The "Yong Pal" actress and husband Rain are expecting their first child soon.

  05.24.17 | 6:32AM EDT

• TWICE's JYP Entertainment to Buy New Building Along with Group's Success

  JYP Entertainment is getting a new building. And the label is mainly reaping the rewards of their artist TWICE's global earnings.

  05.24.17 | 6:28AM EDT

• BTS Wants To Have Stadium Tour Like Michael Jackson, Work With HIGHLIGHT

  Following BTS' momentous win at Top Social Artist at the Billboard Music Awards, BTS is thinking up of reaching bigger goals for the future of their music. Among those goals is having a stadium tour similar to Michael Jackson's world tour.

  05.23.17 | 8:32AM EDT