MBN’s “First Lady” came to an end last night. On October 30, the drama wrapped up its relatively stable run with a thrilling series finale. According to Nielsen Korea, the final episode of “First Lady” scored an average nationwide rating of 1.6 percent. “First Lady” tells the shocking story of a president-elect who suddenly demands… Continue reading “First Lady” Ends On Quiet Ratings
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aespa, BLACKPINK, SEVENTEEN, BABYMONSTER, NewJeans, BTS, And TWS Earn RIAJ Platinum And Gold Certifications For Streaming In Japan
The Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2020, the RIAJ implemented a new certification system for online streaming of songs, as an addition to its pre-existing certification systems for physical album shipments and digital download sales. According to the new system, songs are certified silver once… Continue reading aespa, BLACKPINK, SEVENTEEN, BABYMONSTER, NewJeans, BTS, And TWS Earn RIAJ Platinum And Gold Certifications For Streaming In Japan
October Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual idols! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 1,730 idols, using big data collected from September 23 to October 23. BTS’s Jimin topped this month’s list with a brand… Continue reading October Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
NEXZ Smashes Their 1st-Week Sales Record In Less Than 3 Days With “Beat-Boxer”
NEXZ’s latest comeback is off to a promising start! On October 27, the rookie boy group from JYP Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment Japan returned with their new mini album “Beat-Boxer” and its title track of the same name. According to Hanteo Chart, by the end of October 29, “Beat-Boxer” had already sold an impressive… Continue reading NEXZ Smashes Their 1st-Week Sales Record In Less Than 3 Days With “Beat-Boxer”
TWICE’s “THIS IS FOR” Becomes 1st K-Pop Album Of 2025 To Spend 15 Weeks On Billboard 200
TWICE continues to prove their stability on the U.S. charts! On October 28 local time, Billboard revealed that TWICE’s full-length album “THIS IS FOR” was now spending its 15th consecutive week on the Top 200 Albums chart, which ranks the most popular albums in the United States. For the week ending on November 1, “THIS… Continue reading TWICE’s “THIS IS FOR” Becomes 1st K-Pop Album Of 2025 To Spend 15 Weeks On Billboard 200
Watch: BOYNEXTDOOR Takes 1st Win For “Hollywood Action” On “Show Champion”; Performances By Hearts2Hearts And More
BOYNEXTDOOR has won their first music show trophy for “Hollywood Action”! On the October 29 episode of “Show Champion,” the candidates for first place were BOYNEXTDOOR’s “Hollywood Action,” Hearts2Hearts’ “FOCUS,” NMIXX’s “Blue Valentine,” Xdinary Heroes’ “ICU,” and MAMAMOO’s Hwasa’s “Good Goodbye.” The trophy ultimately went to BOYNEXTDOOR! Watch a clip of the winner announcement below:… Continue reading Watch: BOYNEXTDOOR Takes 1st Win For “Hollywood Action” On “Show Champion”; Performances By Hearts2Hearts And More
SM Responds To CBX’s Agency’s Statement Regarding EXO Activities
SM Entertainment has countered the statement made by INB100 regarding Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin’s participation in EXO’s group activities. Earlier this week, SM Entertainment announced that EXO would hold a fan meeting in December and release a new full-length album in early 2026. However, the agency stated that only six members of the group—Suho, Chanyeol,… Continue reading SM Responds To CBX’s Agency’s Statement Regarding EXO Activities
October Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has published its brand reputation rankings for all stars during the month of October! The rankings were determined through an analysis of various stars’ media coverage, consumer participation, interaction, and community awareness indexes, using big data collected from September 28 to October 28. BTS rose to the top of this… Continue reading October Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
Watch: Kim Hee Sun Kick-Starts The 2nd Chapter Of Her Life In Teaser For New Drama
TV Chosun’s upcoming drama “Because There Is No Next Life” (literal translation) has released a new teaser! “Because There Is No Next Life” is a comedy starring Kim Hee Sun, Han Hye Jin, and Jin Seo Yeon as three 41-year-old women who are worn out from the daily grind of parenting and work. As the… Continue reading Watch: Kim Hee Sun Kick-Starts The 2nd Chapter Of Her Life In Teaser For New Drama
Red Velvet’s Wendy Cancels Atlanta Stop Of “W:EALIVE” World Tour
Red Velvet’s Wendy’s “W:EALIVE” concert in Atlanta has been canceled. On October 28 KST, Wendy’s agency ASND announced that the Atlanta stop of her ongoing first solo world tour “W:EALIVE” would not be taking place as scheduled due to “unforeseen circumstances.” Their full English announcement is as follows: Meanwhile, the U.S. leg of Wendy’s “W:EALIVE”… Continue reading Red Velvet’s Wendy Cancels Atlanta Stop Of “W:EALIVE” World Tour