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SEVENTEEN Achieves Record-Breaking First-Week Sales with ’17 IS RIGHT HERE’

SEVENTEEN has made history once again with their latest album “17 IS RIGHT HERE,” achieving unprecedented success in first-week album sales in 2024. Released on April 29, “17 IS RIGHT HERE” marks SEVENTEEN’s first-ever best album, featuring a collection of their greatest hits such as “Adore U,” “Hot,” “Super,” and “Don’t Wanna Cry.” Within its first day of release, the album sold an impressive 2,260,061 copies, according to Hanteo Chart. By the end of its first week, “17 IS RIGHT…

Sakura Played Role in NewJeans’ Debut Delay? Clarifying the Allegations Imposed by Min Hee Jin Amid HYBE and ADOR Conflict

The clash between HYBE and ADOR, fueled by accusations and counterclaims, has brought attention to the delayed debut of girl groups NewJeans and LE SSERAFIM, with K-media delving into the role of Sakura in this intricate issue. According to recent reports, ADOR’s CEO Min Hee Jin revealed that HYBE initially promised to debut NewJeans under her label as “HYBE’s first girl group.” However, delays ensued due to disagreements over debut logistics, including the decision to launch NewJeans under ADOR instead…

Former Idol Kim Hyun Joong Faces Ridicule as He Begins His New Liffe as Corn Farmer

Kim Hyun Joong, known for his idol days with SS501 and acting roles in popular dramas like “Boys Over Flowers” and “Mischievous Kiss,” has recently taken a surprising career turn by becoming a corn farmer, sparking varied reactions among netizens. In a recent social media post, Kim Hyun Joong shared photos of himself in typical farming attire, sporting a hat to shield himself from the sun, and expressed his new venture into rural life. While some fans cheered him on…

BTS Faces Unfair Scrutiny Amidst HYBE and Min Hee-jin Conflict, Says French Media

French media outlet Paris Match recently highlighted BTS’s unfortunate entanglement in rumors and criticism stemming from HYBE’s internal legal dispute, painting a picture of the group as collateral damage in an unrelated corporate conflict. In an article titled “BTS became the biggest victim in the company’s internal war unrelated to themselves,” Paris Match discussed how HYBE’s issues became intertwined with BTS’s reputation due to the company’s origins from Big Hit Music, the label that discovered and manages BTS. As a…

BTS V Tops Poll for Boy Group Member Who Grew Up Just Like in Childhood

BTS V, renowned for his striking visuals and undeniable charm, recently topped the charts in a poll conducted by ‘Favorite Idol’ for “Boy Group Members Who Grew Up Just Like in Childhood.” From April 28th to May 4th, V secured the first-place position, capturing fans’ hearts with his timeless appeal. Often hailed as the epitome of the perfect visual in K-pop, V’s golden ratio features and cute smile have earned him global recognition as one of the most handsome men…

BLACKPINK’s Rosé and Jennie Spark Excitement in New York City, Fans Express Mixed Emotions

BLACKPINK’s Rosé created a buzz on May 6 (KST) when she was spotted in New York City alongside fellow member Jennie, igniting excitement in the BLACKPINK fan community. The rare sighting of Rosé and Jennie together, coupled with candid photos, delighted fans who haven’t had the opportunity to witness the group members hanging out in quite some time. Adding to the thrill, Rosé shared her affection for Jennie via a social media post captioned “You know you love us, xoxo,” accompanied…