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.

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!

Unmasking the Korean market as the foremost contributor to grueling Labubu labor conditions. What is happening, and how can this issue be resolved? We uncover this story!

Proof exposed? Jin and Jisoo caught in a shocking dating Scandal! We dispel the rumors!

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.

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"!

A historic first! BTS' Suga joins legendary Korean baseball icon, Chan Ho Park, as an Oakland Athletics shareholder! This marks K-pop's entry into Major League Baseball ownership. Here are all the exciting details!

Join the Dojeon Media team, the Filipino ARMY, and the Philippine Red Cross, as we continue our annual life-saving tradition in the name of BTS!

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.

From his Emmy-nominated work at Fox News to taking the K-pop interviewer's stage, get ready as we flip the script and uncover the stories he's never told. We interview the interviewer, Clint Edwards!

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.

STRAY KIDS Official Merch Sale Draws Hundreds of K-Pop Fans in the US. Here is what the Dojeon team knows!

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!

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.

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!

Kpop Demon Hunters blends K-pop, mythology, demon lore, high-energy choreography, catchy music, and heartfelt romance to create a cinematic experience fans are loving. Its original soundtrack is already charting high on South Korea’s Melon charts and the U.S. Billboard charts, going head-to-head with real-life K-pop groups in popularity. Dark, fierce, and fantastical: We’ve curated 7 K-pop songs inspired by the Kpop Demon Hunters soundtrack that deserve a spot on your playlis

Whether you were there in person or catching clips online, here are the 9 moments that had everyone talking and why Waterbomb 2025 won’t be forgotten anytime soon!

Prepare for your eyes to pop! Summer is here, and it is scorching hot here in South Korea (both figuratively and literally). Here are some of the hottest K-pop idols in the industry!

Untold stories—the depth of Suga's generosity uncovered by a hospital professor. Here is the heart-warming story, so get your tissues ready!

Chicken lovers, get ready! Daegu's 2025 Chimac Festival is just around the corner. YOU WON'T believe what's coming this year!