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Former Girl Group Member To Return To K-Pop After Prison Sentence

Will she be able to get her career back on track? Will former DIA member Somyi be able to get her career back on track in K-Pop and the Korean entertainment business—after all that she has been through? Her new management, Moden Berry Korea (MBK), seems to think so. On April 26, 2025 (KST), MBK shared Somyi’s new profile pictures via the management’s...

Rookie Idol-Turned-Actress Hints She Won’t Be Going Back To Idol-ing

Her 2025 K-Drama debut was hugely successful! Former OH MY GIRL member Jiho, now Gong Ji Ho, made her grand debut in 2015 as a K-Pop idol. Alongside her teammates, Jiho served as a visual member with pristine vocal skills. But on May 9, 2022, when her contract with WM Entertainment came to an end, Jiho chose not to renew and withdrew from the...

SEVENTEEN’s Professionalism Shines After Sudden Audio Malfunction During Japan Concert

Many praised their quick judgment skills. SEVENTEEN, who recently experienced a huge audio malfunction during their concert in Japan, proved their exceptional professionalism. The technical problems started during the “24H” performance as the members began to remove their in-ear monitors, with the leader S.Coups examining the situation.   S.Coups then motioned for the members to return to the main stage.   Turns out,...

SHINee’s Key Sends A “Warning” To Rookie Boy Group During Viral Radio Broadcast

He had something to say to them. Recently, rookie group NCT WISH’s appearance on a radio show garnered much attention online because of their “difficult personalities.” Many news outlets reported on their appearance on the show, stating that they were unenthusiastic despite the DJ’s efforts to get them to react and respond. This topic became viral online as many netizens...

G-Dragon’s Now-Deleted Post Mentioning TWICE’s Sana Sparks Heated Debate About State Of K-Pop

The male idol’s actions were hit with criticism. G-Dragon‘s now-deleted post mentioning TWICE‘s Sana has sparked a heated debate about the state of K-Pop. G-Dragon | @xxxibgdrgn/Instagram TWICE’s Sana | @m.by__sana/Instagram Coldplay recently performed in Korea with TWICE as a special guest. G-Dragon attended and shared a clip on Instagram in which he tagged TWICE’s Sana with a shocked emoji, sparking mixed reactions from fans. G-Dragon’s...

Famous Mukbang YouTuber Tzuyang Looks Unrecognizable In Recent Photos

Even fans could not recognize her. Mukbang YouTuber Tzuyang surprised fans by showing up looking completely different from her usual self. This is how she normally looks. In a video posted on April 22nd on her YouTube channel “Tzuyang’s Outside Garden,” Tzuyang was seen applying heavy smoky makeup and even using a nose prosthetic, to make the nose appear...

Beloved Korean Celebrity Moves To Japan Without Work, Downsizes House And Lifestyle Bigtime

She made sacrifices. Comedienne Lee Guk Joo is one of South Korea’s most famous comedienes. She has been active in the industry for 20 years. She is known for her body positivity and has appeared on many variety shows with K-Pop idols. Lee Guk Joo with GOT7’s Jackson. Lee Guk Joo recently  revealed that she decided to move to Tokyo,...

“UNDER FIFTEEN” Pushes Forward With Filming Despite Controversy

The show has reportedly finished recording. MBN‘s controversial audition show, UNDER FIFTEEN, has reportedly finished its final recording. UNDER FIFTEEN, produced by CReA Studio, faced intense backlash since it was introduced to audiences for the extremely young age of its participants. Many netizens and even civic groups pointe criticized the show for its objectification of children, leading to an uncertainty regarding the show’s broadcast. Despite...

Somi’s Recent Announcements Regarding Her Career Spark Confusion And Scepticism

It comes amid criticism about her management. An unexpected stream of announcements regarding Somi has sparked confusion and skepticism from netizens. K-Pop idol Somi | @somisomi0309/Instagram There has been an ongoing debate about Somi and releasing music, with many angry that her company, THE BLACK LABEL, isn’t giving her constant comebacks like many other idols. Amid the criticisms, the idol responded to...

Korean Actor Denies Involvement In High-Profile Infidelity Scandal

He got embroiled in a controversy with his co-star. Actor Kim Mu Jun, who has been active in Japan lately, has gotten embroiled in a major infidelity controversy involving actress Mei Nagano and married actor Kei Tanaka. Kim Mu Jun | Namu Wiki Mei was already embroiled in an infidelity scandal with Kei Tanak, the 40-year-old actor. The weekly magazine Shūkan Bunshun previously published pictures...