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ILLIT Thanks HYBE and BELIFT LAB Amid ‘ADOR Conflict’: Expresses Gratitude on Radio Show
During a recent appearance on the “Cultwo Show” on April 24th, members of ILLIT—Yunah, Minju, Moka, and Wonhee—expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming response to their debut song “Magnetic,” which topped major domestic music streaming sites. Moka shared her surprise and happiness, noting, “I’m amazed and happy that people like ‘Magnetic’ despite our recent debut less than a month ago.” Similarly, Minju expressed her astonishment, calling the experience “like a dream” and expressing gratitude for charting success, saying, “We’re living…
“The Boyz Hyunjae Spotted Dating”: Agency’s Bizarre Marketing Move Raises Eyebrows
A peculiar self-published article by The Boyz’s agency has left fans and netizens scratching their heads after mimicking the style of Dispatch’s romance reports to promote upcoming content. On April 22, The Boyz’s official SNS shared two photos with the title “[Exclusive] The Boyz currently on a date at Hangang Park… Who are they? (Comprehensive)”, accompanied by a detailed narrative about member Hyunjae’s supposed romantic outing. The article, styled like a typical Dispatch report, described Hyunjae and fellow member Younghoon’s…
Kep1er Addresses Disbandment Speculations, Hints at Extended Activities and New Album
In response to swirling rumours of disbandment, Kep1er has addressed the speculation, shedding light on their plans. A representative from the agency Wake One · Swing Entertainment revealed to Ilgan Sports that discussions are underway with each member and their respective agencies regarding the extension of Kep1er’s project activities. Additionally, the group is actively preparing for the release of a new album. Earlier reports had suggested that Kep1er might disband by the end of July if contracts were not renewed.…
RIIZE’s Wonbin Faces Alleged Harassment Incident by Fan site Member
A troubling incident involving RIIZE’s Wonbin has surfaced, shedding light on the invasive behaviour of a fansite member during a music event. In April, a woman was apprehended by the Kanagawa police after being found trespassing in the changing room at The Performance, a music event. Initially claiming to search for a lost admission ticket, her peculiar actions drew suspicion from the event staff. It was revealed that she had been fixating on Wonbin, making repeated attempts to engage with…
Zico, SEVENTEEN & NewJeans Set for Grand Comebacks Amid HYBE & Min Hee-jin Dispute
Amidst the internal conflict at HYBE, several artists are gearing up for highly anticipated comebacks and debuts, showcasing their resilience and commitment to their music careers. Zico, under HYBE’s label KOZ Entertainment, is making his return as a singer with the digital single “SPOT!” featuring BLACKPINK’s Jennie. This collaboration promises a unique blend of Zico’s rhythmic rap style and Jennie’s mesmerising vocals. The teaser for “SPOT!” already gained traction on YouTube, topping the Korean Trending Chart. SEVENTEEN is set to…
BABYMONSTER to Unleash “Monster-like Skills” with Newly Arranged “SHEESH” on Music Shows
YG Entertainment announced that BABYMONSTER will showcase their “monster-like skills” with a special performance of “SHEESH” on upcoming music shows. The group is set to appear on Mnet’s “M Countdown” and SBS’s “Inkigayo” on April 25th and 28th, presenting more intense live performances with newly arranged band sound. It’s uncommon for groups to perform with arranged music on music shows during their promotions, but YG Entertainment explained that these special stages are a token of gratitude for the overwhelming support…