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Min Hee Jin Offers 25.6 Billion Won to HYBE in Exchange for Peace
On February 25, 2026, Min Hee Jin, the former CEO of ADOR and current CEO of ooak records, held a pivotal press conference to address her recent legal victories and present a bold proposal to HYBE. Following a favorable ruling in a high-stakes lawsuit regarding her put option, which ordered HYBE to pay her roughly 25.6 billion won (approximately $17.8 million), Min Hee Jin surprised the industry by offering to relinquish this entire sum in exchange for a complete cessation…
TWICE’s Mina Sits Out Philadelphia World Tour Stop
In a sudden and unfortunate update for K-pop fans in North America, JYP Entertainment officially announced that TWICE member Mina would be unable to perform at the group’s Philadelphia concert. The performance, which was part of the highly anticipated “THIS IS FOR” world tour, took place on February 24, 2024 (local time). The news came as a disappointment to many fans- known collectively as ONCE- who had traveled to see the full nine-member lineup. However, the agency emphasized that the…
Former 4Minute Star Gayoon Opens Up About Her 7-Year Battle with Binge Eating
In a deeply moving and courageous revelation, Heo Gayoon, the former main vocalist of the legendary K-pop girl group 4Minute, has shared the hidden struggles she faced behind the glamour of the spotlight. During a recent appearance on the popular talk show You Quiz on the Block, which aired in late February 2026, Gayoon candidly discussed her seven-year battle with a severe binge eating disorder. Her story offers a raw look at the immense psychological pressure placed on idols to…
Shin Ye Eun to Lead the Gritty Webtoon Adaptation High School Queen
The “Nation’s First Love” is preparing to trade her signature charm for a legendary blade. On February 26, 2026, industry insiders confirmed that actress Shin Ye Eun has been cast as the lead in the upcoming drama “High School Queen,” a high-stakes action-revenge series based on the popular Naver webtoon of the same name. Produced by Studio Dragon, the project is already generating significant buzz for its unique blend of historical fantasy, body-swapping, and modern-day social justice. A Queen’s Soul…
NMIXX Makes History at Viña del Mar 2026
In a historic milestone for the global expansion of K-pop, JYP Entertainment’s powerhouse girl group NMIXX became the first-ever K-pop act to perform at the iconic Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile. On the night of February 24, 2026, the six-member group- Lily, Haewon, Sullyoon, BAE, Jiwoo, and Kyujin- took the stage at the Quinta Vergara Outdoor Theater, marking a definitive moment in their career and for the South American K-pop fandom. Known as one of the oldest…
IVE’s Liz Revealed as the Global Ambassador for TONYMOLY
In a move that highlights the intersecting worlds of K-pop and K-beauty, popular skincare and cosmetics brand TONYMOLY officially announced Liz, a member of the powerhouse girl group IVE, as its new global brand ambassador on February 26, 2026. The announcement was accompanied by a stunning visual campaign titled “The Sparkle of Liz,” which quickly took social media by storm. Liz, known for her doll-like visuals, signature dimples, and powerhouse vocals, is the latest IVE member to land a major…