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A video circulating rapidly on social media sparked criticism toward THE BOYZ member Sunwoo, with comments stating he was “impolite” and “didn’t pick up the item he dropped himself.” In Korean culture, it is considered respectful to receive items with both hands, so Sunwoo’s behavior was perceived by many as disrespectful. Nana, a former member of the girl group After School and now an actress, publicly criticized Sunwoo by commenting on the video, saying, “He needs to be scolded,” and “You can tell a lot from one small thing.” Her remarks sparked a heated exchange between her and Sunwoo’s … 더 보기

The controversy involving BoA and Jun Hyun-moo began on April 5, 2025, during an impromptu live broadcast on Jun Hyun-moo’s personal social media account. During the stream, BoA appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, with a flushed face and somewhat blunt and rough behavior. She was seen leaning on Jun Hyun-moo’s shoulder and touching his cheek, which was considered overly familiar physical contact. When a viewer asked about past dating rumors between Jun Hyun-moo and comedian Park Na-rae, BoA responded, “They would never date,” adding, “Jun Hyun-moo is too good for Park Na-rae.” This comment was interpreted as … 더 보기

In South Korea, critics of NewJeans (NJZ) argue that the group only succeeded because of HYBE’s financial backing (21 billion KRW), its status as a major corporation, and the image of being BTS’s “younger sister group.” They claim that NewJeans is ungrateful and betraying the company that made them. But these critics seem unable to distinguish between investment and charity. HYBE is not a charity organization that generously bestowed kindness upon Min Hee-jin and the NewJeans members—it is a company that invests in idols to generate profit. Isn’t it only natural for a company to make investments to ensure future … 더 보기

Singer Younha (Go Younha, 37) is married to the famous YouTuber Science Cookie (Lee Hyo-jong, 36). Science Cookie is a science YouTuber and former physics teacher. He is well-loved by viewers for his engaging and easy-to-understand videos on various scientific theories, such as quantum mechanics and relativity. The couple tied the knot in a small wedding attended by around 80 guests, including family, relatives, and close friends. Singer Paul Kim performed the hit song “Every Day, Every Moment” as the congratulatory song, blessing the couple’s new beginning together. Younha has long been known for her deep interest in space and … 더 보기

BTS’s Jungkook and SEVENTEEN each donated 1 billion KRW, drawing attention, while IU (200 million KRW), G-Dragon (300 million KRW), IVE (200 million KRW), and many other artists also contributed. In particular, K-pop idols, who have strong connections with their fandoms, are demonstrating a meaningful ripple effect, exerting a “positive influence.” On social media, posts such as “I donated after seeing Jungkook’s contribution” and “I participated in donations thanks to SEVENTEEN” have surfaced, with some artists even donating in the name of their fan clubs. The Community Chest of Korea stated, “The donations from celebrities are encouraging more participation from … 더 보기

NJZ (NewJeans) made a statement in a BBC News interview, expressing that there are problems within the K-pop industry. They said, “The agencies tend to view artists more as products than as actual human beings.” These are issues that the members of NJZ (NewJeans) have consistently raised in the past. A quick search reveals many comments such as “Aren’t idols just like products that are launched?” This kind of mindset is not only prevalent among some Koreans but even among the general public. Moreover, Minji’s mother claimed that Source Music advised Minji to quit school and drop out of high … 더 보기

The audition survival program Under Fifteen, which targeted girls aged 8 to 15 for a girl group debut, has been canceled following controversy. The program was set to feature 59 young contestants of various nationalities between the ages of 8 and 15. A promotional video showed young participants wearing heavy makeup and crop tops while posing, which sparked criticism. Many voiced concerns over the ethics of having minors under 15 compete in front of cameras for a girl group debut. As the backlash grew, the production company, Crea Studio, held an emergency press conference but ultimately decided to cancel the … 더 보기

According to NewJeans’ parents, whenever the members encountered Bang Si-hyuk at the company, he ignored their greetings and looked away. The members reportedly felt awkward and stood still in the elevator after being ignored, sensed that he was pretending not to see them, or even felt that he was deliberately avoiding them—this wasn’t just a one-time occurrence. When the parents raised concerns about this, HYBE reportedly explained that Bang Si-hyuk might have ‘face blindness’ (prosopagnosia). Looking back on this now, something seems very strange. When someone greets you, isn’t it more natural to respond, especially if you don’t recognize them? … 더 보기

NewJeans members declared that they would terminate their contracts, citing mistreatment, discrimination, and breaches of contract by HYBE and ADOR, and have since begun independent activities. ADOR, on the other hand, insists that they have done everything they were supposed to and expressed their hope that the NewJeans members would return to ADOR. However, looking at the situation, something seems very strange. ADOR has never properly addressed or resolved the issues that NewJeans has raised or claimed to have suffered from. They have never even shown any real effort to do so. Instead, they have merely shifted responsibility and made … 더 보기

Korea’s music streaming platform, Melon, has released an analysis of user playlists accumulated over the past 20 years. The most beloved domestic artist was IU. She was included in 16.97 million playlists and featured 91.85 million times, making her the most frequently saved artist. The group BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) ranked second, appearing in 9.5 million playlists and included 68.1 million times. Most Frequently Saved Songs in Playlists 1st place – Paul Kim’s “Every Day, Every Moment” (the 3rd OST of the SBS drama Shall We Kiss First?) 2nd place – IU’s “Through the Night” 3rd place – BTS’s “Spring … 더 보기

NJZ (NewJeans) Announces Temporary Hiatus During Hong Kong Performance On the night of the 23rd, after finishing their final stage at ComplexCon Hong Kong, held at AsiaWorld-Expo in Lantau, Hong Kong, the members of NewJeans each held a note and read a message. Hyein expressed her heavy heart, saying, “It really pains me to deliver this news. Today’s performance might be our last for a while. We have decided to temporarily halt all activities out of respect for the court’s ruling. It was not an easy decision, but we believe it is a necessary one at this moment.” Minji added, … 더 보기

The late Sulli’s older brother recently posted a cryptic message on his Instagram account, which appears to be aimed at Kim Soo-hyun, who has been embroiled in several controversies. “Mr. Kim, I have a lot to say, but I can’t. You’ll fall from a high place, so hold on tight.” As many critical comments flooded his post, he added another message: “How come the so-called fans are making things worse? I didn’t even mention the name ‘Soo-hyun,’ yet you all rushed in. You must be frustrated because you can’t check the facts, right? I’ve been living for years with the … 더 보기

On the 21st, the 50th Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court ruled in favor of ADOR, granting the agency’s request for an injunction to preserve its status as the exclusive management company and to prohibit NJZ members from signing independent advertising contracts. Previously, in November of last year, the five NJZ (NewJeans) members claimed that ADOR had violated their exclusive contract, leading them to terminate it and begin independent activities. In response, ADOR filed for an injunction to prevent this. The basis of NJZ’s claim that ADOR breached their contract is the breakdown of trust, citing the following … 더 보기