The Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), which is under the South Korean government’s Minsitry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, announced its list of Hallyu representatives that have led it for its 20 years in various areas of Korean content, such as music, television, stage productions, games, and webtoons. It surveyed 10 experts and 1000 members of… Continue reading Hallyu Representatives for 20 Years of K-Pop, K-Drama, and More Selected by Experts and the Public
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JYJ May Perform as a Whole at the 2015 Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards
Can we hope? C-JeS Entertainment has confirmed that JYJ‘s XIA Junsu will definitely be performing at the 2015 Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards, but the appearance of the other group members, Kim Jaejoong and Park Yoochun, is still under negotiation as they are currently in the military. Earlier in the day, a local news media reported… Continue reading JYJ May Perform as a Whole at the 2015 Korean Popular Culture and Arts Awards
GOT7, GFRIEND, SEVENTEEN, N.Flying and More Appearing on “100 Guests” Special for “Running Man”
That is going to be one crazy episode. It was officially revealed today that “Running Man” filmed their “100 Guests” episode yesterday, October 19 KST. For the episode, the seven regular cast members of the show had to invite 100 guests in a relay format, with the filming lasting 10 hours. The numerous guests were… Continue reading GOT7, GFRIEND, SEVENTEEN, N.Flying and More Appearing on “100 Guests” Special for “Running Man”
MBC Chooses to Air “She Was Pretty” Instead of Baseball Playoffs
Did MBC hear the voice of the viewers? The network announced today that instead of airing the baseball playoff game as originally scheduled on October 21 KST, it is planning to air episode 10 of “She Was Pretty.” Last week, MBC earned the ire of viewers when it didn’t air episode nine of “She Was Pretty”… Continue reading MBC Chooses to Air “She Was Pretty” Instead of Baseball Playoffs
Winner Reportedly Making a Comeback in November
According to an industry insider, Winner will be returning with a new album in November. They already filmed their music video in Stockholm, Sweden last week. Winner will be promoting two title tracks, with accompanying music videos. They are titled “Sen-chi-hae (Sentimental)” and “Baby Baby Baby.” YG Entertainment is reportedly preparing for major promotions for… Continue reading Winner Reportedly Making a Comeback in November
Taeyeon Takes 4th Win for “I” on “Inkigayo,” Performances From BTOB, Kyuhyun, iKON, Park Boram, and More
Congratulations to Taeyeon on her win on SBS’s “Inkigayo”! On October 18, Taeyeon ranked number one on the “Inkigayo” chart with her official solo debut track, “I.” In second and third place, respectively, were Lim Chang Jung‘s “Love Again” and iKON with “Rhythm Ta.” Taeyeon thank Lee Soo Man, SONE, the Girls’ Generation members, staff, and Kanto who was the featured… Continue reading Taeyeon Takes 4th Win for “I” on “Inkigayo,” Performances From BTOB, Kyuhyun, iKON, Park Boram, and More
Taeyeon Grabs Second Win for “I” on “M!Countdown,” Performances by Kyuhyun, GOT7, Ailee, and More
Girl’s Generation‘s Taeyeon achieves her second win for her official solo debut track, “I,” on the October 15 episode of “M!Countdown.” Congrats! She was up against Lim Chang Jung‘s “Love Again.” Accepting her award, Taeyeon says, “I’d like to thank the Girls’ Generation members, my family, and our staff. There are so many people I’m thankful for. I also… Continue reading Taeyeon Grabs Second Win for “I” on “M!Countdown,” Performances by Kyuhyun, GOT7, Ailee, and More
B.A.P Has Messages For Fans in “Mato Puzzle” Teaser
B.A.P has released a fun teaser for their comeback! Titled “Mato Puzzle,” the teaser is a word search puzzle. According to TS Entertainment, the Mato Puzzle has messages the members want to deliver to their fans, as well as information about their new album. The passwords inside the puzzle will be revealed at intervals until the… Continue reading B.A.P Has Messages For Fans in “Mato Puzzle” Teaser
iKON Takes 1st Win For “Rhythm Ta” Through “M!Countdown,” Performances from Taeyeon, Ailee, Oh My Girl, and More
iKON, YG Entertainment’s hot new rookie boy group, achieves their first win for their latest track, “Rhythm Ta,” on the October 8 episode of “M!Countdown.” Congrats! They were against GOT7‘s “If You Do.” Last Week, “M!Countdown” found itself under fire for iKON’s exclusion from its chart, to which it explained, “Our chart is a music show… Continue reading iKON Takes 1st Win For “Rhythm Ta” Through “M!Countdown,” Performances from Taeyeon, Ailee, Oh My Girl, and More
IU Speaks Up Personally About Relationship With Boyfriend Jang Ki Ha
After her agency confirmed that the singer and Jang Ki Ha are dating, IU herself reached out to her fans. IU wrote on her fancafe website (Uaena): “It’s been almost two years since we’ve dated. I fell for him immediately after meeting him for the first time through a radio show. He is a boyfriend… Continue reading IU Speaks Up Personally About Relationship With Boyfriend Jang Ki Ha