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K-Pop's Military Service Update! Massive Returns & Emotional Goodbyes!
K-pop's military shake-up: who's going and who's coming home? Let's take a look at some of the hottest names in the Korean entertainment industry and when they'll be back for more epic performances!

lewishooper1
Aug 14, 20253 min read


ITZY, ATEEZ, STAYC Reimagine Hit Songs With Legendary Artists Like the Spice Girls, J Balvin, Patti Labelle & More in New Bold Reality Series “KPOPPED”!
The new music competition series brings together K-pop groups and Western pop icons to reimagine each other's hit songs. The recently released trailer confirms that ITZY will be teaming up with Mel B and Emma Bunton from the Spice Girls. They're expected to perform a mashup of iconic hits like "Wannabe" and "Say You'll Be There"! Read on for more details!

lewishooper1
Aug 13, 20253 min read


Scenes on Screen: 2025 Korean Film Festival Launches with Bigger, Bolder Celebration of Cinema
Lights, camera, K-film! The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) proudly presents the 2025 Korean Film Festival: Scenes on Screen, a multi-layered celebration of Korean cinema unfolding across screenings, exhibits, talks, and competitions.
This year marks KCC’s most extravagant edition yet—bridging cultures, igniting imaginations, and spotlighting the creative forces behind Korea’s cinematic masterpieces.
citywph
Aug 12, 20253 min read


SEVENTEEN & NCT’s Military Enlistment Sparks a Revolution! K-Pop’s New Dawn!
Which groups will dominate as SEVENTEEN and NCT head to the military? We break down the current K-pop landscape and see which of the newest contenders are poised to steer the next generation of K-pop!

lewishooper1
Aug 11, 20252 min read


K-Pop’s Latest ‘Scandal’: Ex-Boys24 Trainee Cherry Dares To Be Trans – but Is This ‘Right’ for the Industry?
For a long time, the K-pop machine, as we know it, has been heavily criticized for the harsh and rigid control it exerts on artists to maintain the manufactured perfection image. However, K-pop's latest controversy is Cherry. Cherry is a former contestant from
Mnet's Boys24, and they have declared themselves a trans woman. This isn't just a personal revelation; it's a defiant middle finger to an industry that thrives on strict gender roles and marketable fantasies.

lewishooper1
Aug 9, 20253 min read


CORTIS: BigHit Music’s Secretive New Boy Band Debut Date, Members, and Everything You Need To Know!
From their creative identity to their self-produced music and choreography, CORTIS is already making waves online. The excitement around this group is real, especially since it marks BigHit’s first boy group since TXT.
If you're curious about who they are, what makes them different, and why fans are already obsessed, here’s everything you need to know!
Disha Paul
Aug 7, 20253 min read


BTS Jin and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo’s Dating Rumors Explode! The Shirt That Broke the Internet!
Proof exposed? Jin and Jisoo caught in a shocking dating Scandal! We dispel the rumors!

lewishooper1
Aug 6, 20252 min read


From SM Trainee to Rumi’s Voice: How Andrea “Ejae” Cho Sparked the K‑Pop Voice Acting Trend
Did you know that the voice behind Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters breakout character, Rumi, is a former SM Entertainment trainee?
Andrea “Ejae” Cho didn’t debut in a K-pop girl group—but she still became a star.
Instead of performing on stage, she helped create the music we love. Now, she’s gone viral again, this time as Rumi’s singing voice and co-writer of the hit soundtrack.
Yes, that emotional high note in “Golden”? That’s Ejae.
Disha Paul
Aug 4, 20253 min read


BLACKPINK's "Jump" Marks a Striking Departure from Their Signature Style
BLACKPINK's style in their music videos is famous for their consistent and fun formula of high-end sets, vibrant costumes, and glamorous camera-angled shots, which all play a part in the high-energy and hype experience when it comes to their music, as it creatively tells the story. Let's deep dive into their latest single, "Jump"!

lewishooper1
Aug 4, 20253 min read


Is K-Pop Survival Going Too Far? 7 Reasons "Boys II Planet" Has Fans Worried!
The debut of Boys II Planet has sparked more than just excitement—it has triggered serious concern among fans. Episode 1 revealed a survival show that feels more punishing than uplifting, raising questions about whether this format has gone too far.
Audiences expected talent and growth but instead encountered forced drama, gruelling tasks, and heavy-handed editing. Here is a breakdown of the most pressing issues.
Disha Paul
Jul 30, 20253 min read


Park Chan-wook Brings Son Ye-jin and Lee Byung-hun Together in His New Film “No Other Choice”
Korean cinema fans are celebrating as Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, 2003)is all set to return with his 12th film No Other Choice. The film will be released in theaters this autumn, and fans are calling it the return of “REAL CINEMA.” Why?
Because the legendary director has brought Son Ye-jin and Lee Byung-hun together in the same film, something fans never imagined would happen.
Disha Paul
Jul 29, 20253 min read


What’s Happening to NewJeans? All Their Brand Deals Have Quietly Ended
Fans have started to notice that many of NewJeans’ high-profile brand deals have ended. Some were not renewed, and others saw the group replaced without a formal statement. This includes major partnerships with Nike, Levi’s, LG Gram, Musinsa, McDonald’s Korea, OLENS, and Coca-Cola.
Disha Paul
Jul 26, 20252 min read


STRAY KIDS' RIAA Success Fuels Massive Merch Hype Across the US!
STRAY KIDS Official Merch Sale Draws Hundreds of K-Pop Fans in the US. Here is what the Dojeon team knows!

lewishooper1
Jul 26, 20252 min read


BLACKPINK Blunder: YG Apologizes for "Zero Visibility" Nightmare at Concert!
BLACKPINK concert chaos! YG apologizes for the "Zero Visibility" seating debacle! What did fans say, and this is what we think should have happened!

lewishooper1
Jul 23, 20252 min read


We Go Behind the Scenes Of WayV's New Music Video: "Tune the Band" Featuring XIAOJUN!
Our writer, Lewis Hooper, shares his on-set experience with WayV's XIAOJUN! Let's go for an exciting adventure behind the scenes of a K-pop music video filming experience!

lewishooper1
Jul 21, 20252 min read


Netflix Changes Their Bio Because Jungkook Watched One Show — the Power of BTS Fans!
On July 14, Jungkook surprised ARMYs with a spontaneous Instagram live. While casually scrolling through music and chatting with fans, he ended up watching Kpop Demon Hunters, an animated movie that left him completely emotional and fans completely obsessed.
Disha Paul
Jul 19, 20252 min read


Moon Tae-il, K-Pop Idol, Receives Three-Year Jail Term for Sexual Assault
A three-year jail sentence for K-pop's Moon Tae-il in a sexual assault case. Is it enough or simply a slap on the wrist? We dissect this case that shook the K-pop community and give our thoughts.

lewishooper1
Jul 19, 20253 min read


“S Line’s” Cannes Win: How a Webtoon-Turned-K-Drama Shocked Global Audiences
S Line just made history at the Cannes International Series Festival 2025 (Canneseries) by winning the Best Music award, making it the first Korean series to do so! Fans and critics alike are now calling it one of the most daring and unique K-Dramas of the year. Here's why this drama is a must-watch and how it's impressing audiences!
Disha Paul
Jul 18, 20253 min read


Bigger Than BTS?! Their Empire Crumbled, but This K-Pop Group Fought To Survive!
They ruled K-pop, broke all the rules...then everything exploded. We take a look at a legendary K-pop group that lost it all but never disbanded. We cover their rise and fall from grace, and what they're doing to continue their legacy today!

lewishooper1
Jul 18, 20253 min read


Jun Ji-hyun’s New Political Thriller, “Tempest” on Disney+, Will Change Everything You Thought You Knew! We Have the Insider Scoop!
STOP EVERYTHING! Jun Ji-hyun's new political thriller, Tempest, just dropped on Disney+, and it's insane! We have the behind-the-scenes details on this highly anticipated new drama!

lewishooper1
Jul 17, 20252 min read
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