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Was Korea’s first ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ sing-along successful? Hint: even the director sang.

The first KPop Demon Hunters sing-along in Korea sold out at BIFF, where fans sang, cheered, and even director Maggie Kang joined in.

BigHit holding global auditions for next-gen boy band talent

BigHit Music has launched its 2025 global audition for males born in 2007 or later, with events in 13 cities and AI-powered experiences.

SM founder says AI is key, not threat, to next stage of K-pop’s global dominance

SM founder Lee Soo-man says AI in K-pop will fuel the next stage of global dominance, positioning Korea as a hub for cultural producers.

JYP founder presents Stray Kids with gold plaques to celebrate Billboard success

Stray Kids received gold plaques from JYP founder Park Jin-young to celebrate their historic Billboard success as Karma continues to chart in the top 10.

Super Junior member faces fan controversy over Charlie Kirk tribute

Super Junior’s Choi Si-won faces backlash after posting a tribute to Charlie Kirk, sparking controversy among fans and calls for his removal.

Lotteria Still Faces Long Lines and Service Complaints

One Month After Opening of 1st Shop in Fullerton Opening Rush Persists and Calls Grow for Service Improvements Over 70 customers line up 30 minutes before...

Will ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ get a sequel? Everyone hopes so — including the cast and directors.

Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters became its most watched title ever, and now fans, cast, and directors are pushing for a sequel that could expand the story.

Galaxy Corporation vows to take legal action against G-Dragon defamation

Galaxy Corporation announced it will take firm legal action against defamation and false rumors targeting G-Dragon, stressing there will be no leniency or settlements.

Court to decide future of NewJeans, ADOR case after second mediation session fails

The Seoul Central District Court will decide the NewJeans ADOR dispute on Oct. 30 after mediation failed, a ruling that could reshape the group’s future and the agency’s management.

HYBE’s Latin American label S1ENTO Records signs first three acts

HYBE’s new Latin label S1ENTO Records has signed its first three acts — Musza, Grupo Destino, and Low Clika — as part of its regional expansion.