In celebration of their recent comeback with “SEVEN SINS,” DRIPPIN took time to play a round of “This or That” with Soompi. Check out the members’ decisions to some tough questions below: Also watch DRIPPIN’s message for Soompi readers:
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Stray Kids is gearing up for their return! On April 24, SPOTV NEWS reported that the group is set to release a new album in early June. In response to the report, JYP Entertainment confirmed, “Stray Kids is preparing to make a comeback in early June. The exact date will be revealed later on.” Earlier… Continue reading Stray Kids Confirmed To Make June Comeback
Park Bo Gum And IVE’s Jang Won Young Pose Together On Set Of New Advertisement
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Soompi Mobile App To Discontinue, Access Remains on Mobile Browser
Hello Soompi readers! As of May 31, the Soompi mobile application for Android and iOS will be discontinued. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! You can still stay updated on all the latest news in the Korean entertainment industry by accessing Soompi.com on your browser on PC and mobile. We would like to take… Continue reading Soompi Mobile App To Discontinue, Access Remains on Mobile Browser
SEVENTEEN’s Seungkwan To Not Participate In “M Countdown” Pre-Recording Today
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Update: “Boys Planet” Announces Top 9 Trainees To Debut As New Boy Group ZEROBASEONE
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VICTON’s Byungchan, Subin, And Hanse Leave IST Entertainment
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Update: BIGBANG’s Taeyang Counts Down To Comeback With D-1 Poster For “Down To Earth”
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“Boys Planet,” “Peak Time,” And “Fantasy Boys”: A Guide To 2023 Male Idol Competition Shows
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