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 February 19 to March 19. Wanna One’s Park Ji Hoon topped this month’s list… Continue reading March Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
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National Pension Service Makes Official Statement On Calls About Heeseung’s Departure From ENHYPEN
The chairman and CEO of South Korea’s National Pension Service has issued an official statement on an incident involving calls about Heeseung’s departure from ENHYPEN. Last week, following the announcement that Heeseung would be leaving ENHYPEN and debuting as a solo artist, posts began spreading on social media urging fans to call and lodge complaints… Continue reading National Pension Service Makes Official Statement On Calls About Heeseung’s Departure From ENHYPEN
P1Harmony Breaks 500,000 1st-Week Sales For 1st Time With “UNIQUE”
P1Harmony is soaring to new heights with their latest comeback! Last week, P1Harmony made their return with their new mini album “UNIQUE” and its title track of the same name on March 12. According to Hanteo Chart, “UNIQUE” has now achieved the highest first-week sales of the group’s career to date. In the first week… Continue reading P1Harmony Breaks 500,000 1st-Week Sales For 1st Time With “UNIQUE”
Watch: ITZY’s Lia Launches Personal YouTube Channel + Reveals Her Home
ITZY’s Lia is now on YouTube! On March 18, Lia launched a new YouTube channel of her very own under the name “LIA CHOI.” For her first video, Lia gave viewers a peek inside her home—along with an introduction to her adorable dog Bella. When asked to share her thoughts on starting her own YouTube… Continue reading Watch: ITZY’s Lia Launches Personal YouTube Channel + Reveals Her Home
Watch: BTS To Return To “The Tonight Show” For 2 Separate Episodes
BTS is returning to “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”! On March 18, the famous U.S. late-night talk show announced that BTS would be appearing on back-to-back episodes next week. In what marks their first U.S. late-night show appearance as a full group since 2021, BTS will be joining host Jimmy Fallon for an in-studio… Continue reading Watch: BTS To Return To “The Tonight Show” For 2 Separate Episodes
NouerA Announces Dates And Cities For 2026 World Tour “CATCH THE WAVE”
NouerA is embarking on a world tour! On March 18, the “MAKE MATE 1” group officially announced their plans for their upcoming world tour “CATCH THE WAVE.” First, NouerA will kick off the European leg of their tour in Amsterdam on May 23 before performing in Berlin on May 27, Warsaw on May 30, Milan… Continue reading NouerA Announces Dates And Cities For 2026 World Tour “CATCH THE WAVE”
Watch: 2PM Reveals New Version Of Official Light Stick
Get ready for a brand-new version of 2PM’s official light stick! On March 18, 2PM released a teaser for the upcoming third version of their light stick. The video reveals the design for the new and improved light stick, which will go on sale online on March 19 at 2 p.m. KST. Check out the… Continue reading Watch: 2PM Reveals New Version Of Official Light Stick
2026 Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) Announces Dates And New Venue
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA)! On March 18, the organizers of the Korea Grand Music Awards announced that this year’s ceremony would be held over two days on November 7 and 8 at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. Notably, the upcoming ceremony will mark the first time that… Continue reading 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) Announces Dates And New Venue
“Climax” Ratings Rise For 2nd Episode
ENA’s “Climax” is on the rise! On March 17, the new drama starring Ju Ji Hoon enjoyed an increase in viewership for its second episode. According to Nielsen Korea, “Climax” scored an average nationwide rating of 3.8 percent, marking a jump of nearly a full percentage point from its premiere the night before. Meanwhile, tvN’s… Continue reading “Climax” Ratings Rise For 2nd Episode
March 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 February 17 to March 17. “Undercover Miss Hong” held onto its spot at… Continue reading March Drama Brand Reputation Rankings Announced