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YOUNG POSSE Drops “ROTY” Music Video: A Peek into Their World

YOUNG POSSE, the girl group, has revealed a music video for “ROTY,” a track from their second EP ‘XXL,’ dropped on March 20th this year. The video showcases candid behind-the-scenes footage of the group and intimate moments into the members’ lives. Experience their passion and journey portrayed through dreamy visuals and old-school hip hop vibes! More About YOUNG POSSE The group comprises Sunhye, Yeonjung, Jiana, Doeun, and Jieun. They debuted on October 18, 2023, with the EP “Macaroni Cheese.” The…

G-Dragon’s Delayed Album: The Reason Behind the Postponed Comeback Plans

Recent discussions among netizens in China have brought to light intriguing details about G-Dragon’s anticipated album release, originally slated for November 2023. According to a post shared by a student close to KB Lee, a friend of G-Dragon, the BIGBANG leader had been diligently working on his album at The Black Label studio. Despite departing YG Entertainment at the end of the previous year, G-Dragon maintained ties with renowned producer Teddy, who operates under The Black Label. The completion of…

ASTRO’s Heartfelt Family Reunion with Moonbin’s Sister Moon Sua

On May 5th, ASTRO’s Yoon Sanha posted heartwarming photos on his social media account on the occasion of Parents’ Day, captioned with gratitude for their upbringing, saying, “Thank you for giving birth to us.” The photos captured Yoon Sanha, MJ, Jinjin, and Cha Eunwoo standing together, visibly affectionate, with Moon Sua, the younger sister of the late ASTRO member Moonbin, standing among them. Moon Sua’s presence was particularly touching, filling a special place in the ASTRO family after Moonbin’s sudden…

Outrage Over BTS Fans’ Extreme Defense Sparks Backlash Among Korean Netizens

Amid the turmoil surrounding HYBE and its affiliated groups due to the HYBE-ADOR feud, BTS found themselves entangled in controversy, facing accusations ranging from association with a cult to chart manipulation and concept plagiarism. On May 2, BTS’s name received some vindication when the leaders of the cult “Dahn World” clarified rumours, asserting no association with HYBE or BTS. Big Hit Music also issued a statement denying allegations and announced plans to gather evidence and pursue legal action against defamatory…

LE SSERAFIM Faces Backlash for Neglecting Hanbok, Igniting Cultural Controversy

A recent topic titled “LE SSERAFIM has never worn Hanbok” surfaced on the Korean forum Pann Nate, drawing nearly 80,000 views and numerous comments, highlighting a contentious issue surrounding the girl group’s cultural representation. The author of the topic pointed out that, unlike other HYBE idols such as NewJeans, ILLIT, BTS, and TXT, LE SSERAFIM has never been seen wearing hanbok (Korean traditional clothing). This absence of cultural homage extends to special Korean holidays like Chuseok, where LE SSERAFIM opted…

NewJeans’ Tokyo Dome Fanmeeting Tickets Hit Record Resale Prices, Signaling Soaring Japanese Popularity

On May 6, a discussion titled “Resale Ticket Price of NewJeans’ Tokyo Dome Fanmeeting” emerged on the Korean forum Instiz, drawing significant attention to the skyrocketing demand for tickets to NewJeans’ highly anticipated fan event. According to reports, tickets originally priced at 22,000 Japanese yen (approximately $143 USD) for the fan meeting have seen a staggering increase in resale value, reaching peak prices of 100,000 Japanese yen (around $650 USD). The highest recorded resale price for the same ticket bracket…