Enrollment in Korean language classes is surging as fans of K-pop and the Grammy-winning film K-Pop Demon Hunters turn cultural interest into formal study.
The comedy film “K-POPS!” explores family, identity and cultural connection through music, featuring Anderson .Paak and cameos by top K-pop stars ahead of its nationwide release.
Allday Project’s Annie will return to Columbia University for the spring semester, balancing her studies with music activities in the United States as she nears graduation.
BTS will reveal its long-awaited world tour schedule on Jan. 14 alongside a new 14-track full-length album, marking the group’s first major comeback since completing military service.
Blackpink’s Rosé ranked No. 1 on TC Candler’s “The 100 Most Beautiful Faces of 2025,” topping a global list shaped by fan votes and recommendations. Several other K-pop stars also placed high across both the female and male rankings.
Jimin, V and Jungkook of BTS were named among Korea’s top 100 richest shareholders under 30, each holding HYBE shares valued at about 21.4 billion won. The ranking highlights the growing financial clout of K-pop stars alongside Korea’s leading business figures.
BTS leader RM publicly expressed frustration and disappointment with HYBE, citing a lack of support and delays as the group prepares for its postponed comeback.
Park Chan-wook’s film “No Other Choice” and the song “Golden” from Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” were nominated on the Academy Awards shortlist, highlighting Korean creators at the Oscars.
G-Dragon closed his “Übermensch” world tour in Seoul with a four-hour finale blending philosophy, art and K-pop, signaling both a personal reinvention and BigBang’s upcoming 20th anniversary chapter.
