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K-POP

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ proves pop culture juggernaut with streaming, music chart accolades

Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters is redefining pop culture success, with its soundtrack dominating Billboard charts and drawing Oscar buzz for its lead single “Golden.”

Music video for Blackpink’s ‘Jump’ to be released on July 11

Blackpink’s music video for “Jump” will premiere on July 11, with direction by Dave Meyers. The track was first performed during the group’s Deadline Tour in Korea.

Shim Jae-hyeon, member of boy band F.able, dies of leukemia aged 23

Shim Jae-hyeon, former member of K-pop group F.able, has died at 23 after a private battle with leukemia, according to South Korean media.

BTS to release first live album ‘Permission to Dance on State – Live’

BTS will release its first live album, Permission to Dance on Stage – Live, on July 18, featuring 22 tracks from its global tour.

P1Harmony unveils dates and locations for North American leg of world tour

P1Harmony revealed dates and cities for its North American tour, with eight stops set before continuing on to Latin America later this year.

Reality check: How K-pop evolved in the absence of BTS

K-pop saw falling album sales but rising concert revenues and rookie group growth during BTS’s hiatus. The industry now faces a new phase.

Suga becomes final BTS member to end military service

Suga has completed his military service, making him the final BTS member to be discharged and paving the way for the group’s return in 2026.

Prosecution seeks 7-year sentence for ex-NCT member Taeil for rape

Prosecutors have requested a seven-year sentence for ex-NCT member Taeil and two others for raping a tourist who was too intoxicated to resist.

Army antics: What did the BTS members get up to during military service?

As BTS members complete their military service, they reflect on physical transformations, emotional growth, and their future together.

Making BTS great again? Jungkook’s political fashion faux pas triggers public apology

BTS’s Jungkook apologized for wearing a politically charged cap at a concert rehearsal, acknowledging its historical implications and vowing greater awareness.