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YG Entertainment Announces Comeback Plans for BABYMONSTER and TREASURE
In a midnight revelation, YG Entertainment’s founder, Yang Hyun Suk, announced the highly anticipated comeback plans for two of the agency’s prized acts, BABYMONSTER and TREASURE. The excitement began with the announcement of BABYMONSTER’s upcoming performance video for their latest B-side track, “LIKE THAT,” crafted by none other than Charlie Puth. Fans can expect this visual delight to drop within the month, setting the stage for BABYMONSTER’s grand return. Yang Hyun Suk then dropped the bombshell news that BABYMONSTER is…
Chart-Topping Hits, SEVENTEEN Leads Physical Albums, Lim Young Woong Sweeps Digital
Circle Chart, previously known as Gaon Chart, has disclosed its rankings for the week spanning May 5 to 11, showcasing the latest trends in the K-pop industry. SEVENTEEN maintains its stronghold atop the physical album chart with their compilation album “17 IS RIGHT HERE,” securing the No. 1 position for the second consecutive week. EXO’s D.O. makes a strong debut at No. 2 with his mini album “Blossom,” while tripleS enters the fray at No. 3 with their new full-group…
Red Velvet Joy’s Heartfelt Declaration of Affection for Junior Idol Rei
In the latest installment of the web series “Follow REI,” the atmosphere swells with warmth as Red Velvet‘s Joy takes center stage. Uploaded on May 16 to the channel “따라해볼레이 by섭씨쉽도 (@followrei_shipdo),” this episode brings a special guest appearance from Joy, a moment that stirs deep emotions within MC IVE Rei. Their bond, seemingly forged from the ethereal realm of dreams, transcends the boundaries of generations in the K-pop universe. Joy’s radiant presence is a beacon of inspiration for Rei,…
Inside SM Entertainment, Staff Share Idol Visual Surprises
Giant Peng TV put out a YouTube video featuring a mascot’s visit to SM Entertainment. Inquisitive about staff experiences, they posed a question: “Which celebrity surprised you the most visually?” Hwang Tae Min, one staff member, singled out Ningning from aespa, noting her stunning appearance and vocal prowess. Another staffer, Kim Dae Bin, chose Wonbin from RIIZE, confessing to being taken over by his charm despite sharing the same gender. This revelation sparked discussions across social media platforms. Fans expressed…
BoA’s Viral Confusion, The “Mother” of K-pop Moment
In a recently resurfaced video on X, a year-old snippet of K-pop icon BoA went viral, showcasing her puzzled reaction to being called “Mother” by fans. The clip, brought back by About Music on May 16, captures BoA during a live broadcast with her fans, known as Jumping BoAs. The term “Mother,” widely adopted in the K-pop scene, is a queer term used to show profound respect and admiration for influential female artists. However, BoA, unfamiliar with this context, appeared…
Jay Chang to Sit Out of ONE PACT’s Comeback, Agency Statement
On May 16, ARMADA ENT, the agency for the popular K-pop group ONE PACT, issued a statement addressing fans about the upcoming promotional activities and the unexpected absence of member Jay Chang. The agency expressed gratitude to the fans who eagerly anticipate ONE PACT’s new music but revealed that Jay would not be participating in the group’s forthcoming comeback promotions. The reason for Jay’s absence stems from his recent success on Mnet’s survival show “Build Up,” where he secured first place.…