PLAVE has joined Soompi for an exclusive interview! Having recently made a successful comeback with their fourth mini album ‘Caligo Pt.2,’ PLAVE sat down with Soompi to share insight into the new music, their creative process, the path they are taking as a virtual group, and more. Read the full interview below: Why was “HMPH!… Continue reading Exclusive: PLAVE Gets Candid About Their Success As A Virtual Group, Member Strengths, ‘Caligo’ Series, And More
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Exclusive Video: VERIVERY’s Kangmin Shares Insight Into His Favorites, Daily Life, And More With Soompi’s 50 Questions
Soompi’s 50 Questions is back with Kangmin! Back in March, the VERIVERY member released his first solo single album “Free Falling.” Following his successful solo debut, Kangmin took time with Soompi to reveal plenty of fun facts about himself such as the dish he’s most confident in cooking, his favorite fancam, language he wants to… Continue reading Exclusive Video: VERIVERY’s Kangmin Shares Insight Into His Favorites, Daily Life, And More With Soompi’s 50 Questions
DKZ Announces Disbandment
DKZ’s activities as a group will be coming to an end. On April 15, DKZ’s agency DONGYO ENTERTAINMENT released an official statement announcing that the members will halt group activities on May 31. Hello, this is DONGYO ENTERTAINMENT. First, we sincerely thank all fans who have been sending DKZ unwavering love and support. After sufficient… Continue reading DKZ Announces Disbandment
ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Geonwoo To Temporarily Halt Activities + Writes Letter Of Apology
ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Geonwoo will be halting activities for the time being. Previously, Geonwoo was swept up in controversy due to industry representatives’ accounts of improper remarks and poor attitude allegedly displayed behind-the-scenes. On April 8, the group’s agency released the following statement: Hello. This is WAKEONE. First, we sincerely apologize for the delay in… Continue reading ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Geonwoo To Temporarily Halt Activities + Writes Letter Of Apology
Breaking: Mark Leaves NCT And SM Entertainment + Writes Letter To Fans
Mark is parting ways with NCT and SM Entertainment. On April 3, SM Entertainment released the following statement: Hello, this is SM Entertainment. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to fans who always send NCT their unwavering support. After a long period of in-depth discussions with Mark regarding the direction of his future… Continue reading Breaking: Mark Leaves NCT And SM Entertainment + Writes Letter To Fans
Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: What Is Your Favorite K-Drama With Both Action And Romance?
In this edition of Soompi & Viki Staff Talk, our staff members discuss our favorite K-dramas that mesh elements of both action and romance. Here are the selections of some of our staff: Sala: “Undercover High School” With plenty of exhilarating action, heart-fluttering romance, and even laugh-out-loud comedy, “Undercover High School” is the perfect drama… Continue reading Soompi & Viki Staff Talk: What Is Your Favorite K-Drama With Both Action And Romance?
10 Action K-Dramas Available On Viki In Southeast Asia
Are you a K-drama fan living in Southeast Asia and looking for a drama with some intense action? Global streaming platform Rakuten Viki, a leading destination for Asian entertainment, offers a wide variety of Korean dramas for viewers across the region including Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and more. For fans… Continue reading 10 Action K-Dramas Available On Viki In Southeast Asia
9 THE BOYZ Members Reportedly Notify ONE HUNDRED Of Contract Termination
Nine members of THE BOYZ have reportedly notified their agency ONE HUNDRED of contract termination. On March 19, THE FACT reported that Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric—nine members of THE BOYZ excluding New—sent a certificate of contents to ONE HUNDRED CEO Cha Ga Won back in February, notifying her of… Continue reading 9 THE BOYZ Members Reportedly Notify ONE HUNDRED Of Contract Termination
20 Romance K-Dramas Available On Viki In Southeast Asia
Calling all romance K-drama fans! Following the launch of Rakuten Viki’s drama streaming service in Southeast Asian regions including Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and more, K-drama fans can now experience all the best K-drama romances on Viki through these 20 titles, now available in Southeast Asia! (Availability may differ by… Continue reading 20 Romance K-Dramas Available On Viki In Southeast Asia
Daftar Master Tur K-Pop di Indonesia Tahun 2026: Konser, Fan Meetings, dan Lainnya
Fans K-pop Indonesia, ayo siap-siap! 2026 akan jadi tahun seru untuk K-pop di Indonesia. Ada banyak acara termasuk konser, fan meeting, dan fan-con. Daftar master yang lengkap ini akan jadi panduan utama kamu untuk semua tur K-pop yang ada di Indonesia selama tahun 2026. Jadi, kamu nggak akan kelewatan nonton bintang kesayanganmu. Berikut adalah acara… Continue reading Daftar Master Tur K-Pop di Indonesia Tahun 2026: Konser, Fan Meetings, dan Lainnya