KBS2’s “The First Night with the Duke” enjoyed a rise in viewership last night! On June 19, “The First Night with the Duke” saw a jump in its viewership ratings for its fourth episode. According to Nielsen Korea, the drama climbed to an average nationwide rating of 3.3 percent, nearly matching its all-time high of… Continue reading “The First Night With The Duke” Sees Ratings Jump For 4th Episode
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June Movie Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for film actors! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of 50 popular movie stars, using big data collected from May 17 to June 17. Lee Je Hoon topped this month’s list… Continue reading June Movie Star Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
Ju Haknyeon Denies Prostitution Rumors In Handwritten Apology After Leaving THE BOYZ
Ju Haknyeon has shared a handwritten apology in which he firmly denied the reports of his engaging in prostitution. On June 18, THE BOYZ’s agency ONE HUNDRED announced that Ju Haknyeon would be leaving both the group and the company due to “issues involving Ju Haknyeon’s personal life” that made it “no longer possible for… Continue reading Ju Haknyeon Denies Prostitution Rumors In Handwritten Apology After Leaving THE BOYZ
BTS Reported To Be Making Full-Group Comeback In March 2026 + BIGHIT MUSIC Briefly Responds
BTS may be making their long-awaited return next spring! On June 18, the Korea Herald reported that “according to multiple industry insiders, including a source at HYBE,” BTS is preparing to make a full-group comeback in March 2026. Another source based overseas was quoted as saying, “While the exact date hasn’t been set, it is… Continue reading BTS Reported To Be Making Full-Group Comeback In March 2026 + BIGHIT MUSIC Briefly Responds
Watch: NCT’s Doyoung Takes 1st Win For “Memory” On “Show Champion”; Performances By KISS OF LIFE, ARTMS, And More
NCT’s Doyoung has won his first music show trophy for his new title track “Memory”! On the June 18 episode of “Show Champion,” the candidates for first place were ITZY’s “Girls Will Be Girls,” KISS OF LIFE’s “Lips Hip Kiss,” QWER’s “Dear,” Doyoung’s “Memory,” and SEVENTEEN’s “THUNDER.” The trophy ultimately went to Doyoung! Watch a… Continue reading Watch: NCT’s Doyoung Takes 1st Win For “Memory” On “Show Champion”; Performances By KISS OF LIFE, ARTMS, And More
June Drama Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for dramas! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, community awareness, and viewership indexes of 20 popular dramas, using big data collected from May 10 to June 10. “The Haunted Palace” topped this month’s list with… Continue reading June Drama Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
TWICE, aespa, And LE SSERAFIM 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 TWICE, aespa, And LE SSERAFIM Earn RIAJ Platinum And Gold Certifications For Streaming In Japan
KATSEYE Re-Enters Billboard Hot 100 At New Peak With “Gnarly”
Over a month after its release, KATSYE’s “Gnarly” is back on Billboard’s Hot 100! On June 17 local time, Billboard revealed that KATSEYE’s recent single “Gnarly” had returned to the Hot 100, its weekly ranking of the most popular songs in the United States. In its second non-consecutive week on the chart, “Gnarly” re-entered the… Continue reading KATSEYE Re-Enters Billboard Hot 100 At New Peak With “Gnarly”
C9ROOKIES Launches Official Social Media Accounts + Teases Something “Coming Soon”
C9 Entertainment is gearing up to debut a new group! On June 18 at midnight KST, C9 Entertainment teased that “C9ROOKIES” would be releasing something on June 19. In addition to a mysterious “coming soon” teaser, C9 Entertainment also launched several official social media accounts for C9ROOKIES, which you can check out below: [📢] C9ROOKIES… Continue reading C9ROOKIES Launches Official Social Media Accounts + Teases Something “Coming Soon”
Watch: Cube Boy Group NOWZ Announces 1st Comeback Since Rebranding + Drops Pre-Release MV Featuring Yuqi
Mark your calendars for NOWZ (formerly NOWADAYS)’s first comeback with their new group name! Earlier this month, Cube Entertainment announced that its rookie boy group NOWADAYS, which debuted last year, would be officially changing their name to NOWZ. On June 18 at midnight KST, NOWZ announced the date and details of their first comeback since… Continue reading Watch: Cube Boy Group NOWZ Announces 1st Comeback Since Rebranding + Drops Pre-Release MV Featuring Yuqi