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Daegu's 2025 Chimac Festival: Your Ultimate Guide to the MUST-ATTEND K-Chicken & K-Pop Event!
Chicken lovers, get ready! Daegu's 2025 Chimac Festival is just around the corner. YOU WON'T believe what's coming this year!

lewishooper1
Jul 22 min read


"Kpop Demon Hunters"—Characters Inspired by These Real Idols? The Visuals Say It All!
Director Maggie Kang revealed that the film's girl group, Huntrix, was inspired by popular acts like TWICE, BLACKPINK, and ITZY, while the Saja Boys were influenced by male groups such as BTS, TXT, ATEEZ, MONSTA X, and BIGBANG. Let’s take a closer look at each character and explore the K-pop references that fans believe shaped them.
Disha Paul
Jun 253 min read


Former NCT Member Moon Taeil Faces Seven Years in Prison Following Rape Conviction
Moon Taeil, the former NCT Member, receives a seven year prison sentence after admitting to rape charges! We explain in detail the former K-pop star's case and how fans have been expressing their disappointment.

lewishooper1
Jun 253 min read


Cebu Gears Up for the 2025 Changwon K-POP World Festival Preliminary
Organized by the Korean Consulate in Cebu, the Korean Association in Cebu, SM Seaside City Cebu, HALLYU IL, and Y101, this prestigious event brings together 6 vocalists and 34 of the most talented and admired K-pop dance cover groups in the city.
citywph
Jun 232 min read


BTS, TXT, SEVENTEEN, ENHYPEN—All in One Theater? HYBE Cine Fest 2025 Is Real!
K-pop lovers across Asia, your moment has arrived! HYBE is bringing a festival like no other to your nearest theatres this July. The HYBE Cine Fest 2025 promises unforgettable concert screenings, karaoke sing-alongs, and fan-powered hype, all on the big screen.
Whether you're an ARMY, CARAT, MOA, or ENGENE, this is your time to shine in full fandom spirit!
Disha Paul
Jun 202 min read


BLACKPINK's Hitmaker Drops SHOCKING News: A Co-Ed Group Just Dropped Their New Single!
From BLACKPINK to co-ed K-pop group founder, THEBLACKLABEL's Chief Creative Officer, Teddy Park, announces new group to "start their own trend". We have all the details on the group's new members and debut single!

lewishooper1
Jun 173 min read


Wave to Earth "0.03 Tour" Review From Orlando, Florida! We've Got The Exclusive Photos! [Sold Out Show!]
South Korean indie rock band, Wave to Earth, brought the 0.03 Tour to Orlando, FL, with back-to-back sold-out shows at the House of Blues on June 11 and 12, 2025. Originally scheduled for October 10th, 2024, the rescheduled performance only heightened anticipations, and they did not disappoint! Read on for more exclusive concert photos and more!
Maria Vanderbilt
Jun 152 min read


KATSEYE's Megan Comes Out: "My Bisexuality Isn't a K-Pop Trend". How Will The K-pop Industry React?
Will K-pop's strict image rules bend, or will fans turn their backs? KATSEYE Megan's sexuality is on the hot seat. We dive deeper into how the singer has handled the response!

lewishooper1
Jun 142 min read


Drop your moves and feel 'special’: Experience your ultimate K-POP dream stage at "Everyone’s KPOP Manila 2025"
K-pop lovers, the next-level comeback stage you’ve been waiting for is finally here! The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) and Seoul Shinmun, in partnership with the Korea Copyright Protection Agency - Manila Office (KCOPA), Philippine K-pop Convention Inc. (PKCI), and Robinsons Galleria Ortigas, proudly present ‘2025 EVERYONE’S KPOP MANILA’, happening on June 21, 2025, at the Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas.
citywph
Jun 112 min read


IU Is Back! Remake Album "Kkot Galpi 3" Ends 8-Year Wait [Hidden Gems!]
IU is FINALLY back with her brand new album called Kkot Galpi 3, which recently dropped on May 27, 2025! We take an in-depth look at her new album and uncover some hidden gems!

lewishooper1
Jun 102 min read


BTS Founder, Bang Si Hyuk, Going To Jail For Fraud?
Life imprisonment looms for BTS mastermind Bang Si Hyuk amid $290 million fraud allegations, causing a significant decline in HYBE shares. We take a closer look at what happened and what sentence he is facing!

lewishooper1
Jun 73 min read


NewJeans Face 1 Billion Won Bill for Unauthorized Moves by ADOR
Costly ruling: NewJeans (NJZ) faces a 1 billion won (USD 724,000) penalty for unauthorized activity! What happened, how did fans react, and what does the future of NewJeans look like?

lewishooper1
Jun 22 min read


"KPop Demon Hunters": Get Ready for Animated K-Pop Mayhem! Featuring Powerful Ahjummas!
Get ready to slay with a Korean twist! Watch the electrifying trailer for KPop Demon Hunters, featuring kickass ahjummas (middle-aged ladies) and rich Korean culture! We explain why this animated film isn't your average one!

lewishooper1
May 293 min read


K-pop Idols Under Attack from AI Deepfake Technology
The growing issue of AI deepfake apps targeting K-pop celebrities has been the latest concern for many Korean netizens. Read on to find out more about this pressing issue.

lewishooper1
May 282 min read


ASTRO's Cha Eun Woo Set to Begin Military Service in July
It's official. Cha Eun Woo will enlist in the military this July. We look at all the unfinished projects he has scheduled before his mandatory duty!

lewishooper1
May 222 min read


"Second Shot at Love" First Impressions: Netizens React to Choi Soo Young and Gong Myung’s Comeback!
Second Shot at Love" stars Choi Soo-young and Gong Myung in a heartfelt rom-com exploring sobriety and second chances. Streaming now on tvN and Viki.
Disha Paul
May 202 min read


Korea's Biggest Hip Hop Festival Is Back! Here's What You NEED TO KNOW!
Feel the beat drop! Here's your exclusive pass to Daegu's unforgettable hip hop heat! Let's dive in and take a look at WHY you should attend, and WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW! Ahead of an unforgettable line-up!

lewishooper1
May 203 min read


IU's "Flower Bookmark" Returns: The Beloved Remake Series Blooms Again After 8 Years!
A testament to timeless music: IU's Flower Bookmark series returns with its third installment. Read on for more details on what to expect from this highly anticipated remake!

lewishooper1
May 192 min read


BTS's Jin Finds Love Amidst Art in Singapore National Gallery Teaser
A brush with destiny: Jin's Singapore teaser sparks romance at the National Gallery. Let's take a look at what happened!

lewishooper1
May 162 min read


We Dissect "Happy Burstday": SEVENTEEN's Eagerly Awaited Fifth Album! [Title meaning, Concept Photos, & More!]
K-pop sensations SEVENTEEN are about to release their fifth studio album. We highlight the details behind the new album's title, concept photos, and more!

lewishooper1
May 143 min read
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