EXO’s Xiumin’s “X Times ( )” fan concert in Hong Kong will no longer be taking place. On May 14, Xiumin’s agency INB100 announced that the Hong Kong stop of his ongoing solo fan concert tour “X Times ( )” had been canceled. The agency’s full statement is as follows: Hello. We are making an… Continue reading EXO’s Xiumin’s Fan Concert In Hong Kong Canceled
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TREASURE, Jennie, LE SSERAFIM, NMIXX, THE BOYZ, Yeji, TWS, Hoshi x Woozi, And More Earn Circle Platinum Certifications
Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2018, the Korea Music Content Industry Association implemented a new certification system for album sales, song downloads, and online streaming. Starting with music released on or after January 1, 2018, Circle Chart now certifies albums platinum once they reach… Continue reading TREASURE, Jennie, LE SSERAFIM, NMIXX, THE BOYZ, Yeji, TWS, Hoshi x Woozi, And More Earn Circle Platinum Certifications
Jennie Hits New Peak On Billboard’s Pop Radio Airplay Chart With “like JENNIE”
BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s latest hit is gaining steam on U.S. radio! On May 13 local time, Billboard revealed that Jennie’s solo title track “like JENNIE” had risen to a new peak of No. 32 in its fourth week on the Pop Airplay chart, which measures weekly plays on mainstream Top 40 radio stations across the United… Continue reading Jennie Hits New Peak On Billboard’s Pop Radio Airplay Chart With “like JENNIE”
Rosé Becomes 1st K-Pop Artist In Billboard History To Chart A Song For 25 Weeks On Radio Songs Chart
BLACKPINK’s Rosé has just set an impressive new record on U.S. radio! On May 13 local time, Billboard revealed that Rosé and Bruno Mars’ smash hit “APT.” was still going strong at No. 18 on its Radio Songs chart (formerly Hot 100 Airplay), which ranks each week’s most popular songs by airplay on U.S. radio… Continue reading Rosé Becomes 1st K-Pop Artist In Billboard History To Chart A Song For 25 Weeks On Radio Songs Chart
Watch: KickFlip Covers Stray Kids’ “CASE 143” In New Dance Practice Video
KickFlip has dropped a new dance practice video for their cover of Stray Kids’ “CASE 143”! This past weekend, the rookie boy group from JYP Entertainment performed Stray Kids’ 2022 hit “CASE 143” at KCON JAPAN 2025. On May 13, KickFlip released a dance practice video for their cover performance that offers a full view… Continue reading Watch: KickFlip Covers Stray Kids’ “CASE 143” In New Dance Practice Video
KATSEYE Enters Billboard Hot 100 For 1st Time With “Gnarly”
Less than a year after their debut, KATSEYE has already scored their first entry on Billboard’s Hot 100! On May 13 local time, Billboard announced that KATSEYE’s new single “Gnarly” had debuted at No. 92 on the Hot 100 (its weekly ranking of the most popular songs in the United States), making it the group’s… Continue reading KATSEYE Enters Billboard Hot 100 For 1st Time With “Gnarly”
Son Naeun Signs With New Agency After Leaving YG
Son Naeun has found a new agency to call home! On May 12, J,WIDE-COMPANY confirmed reports that Son Naeun had signed an exclusive contract with the agency, which is currently home to her “Agency” co-star Lee Bo Young. Son Naeun, who first debuted as a member of Apink in 2011 before venturing into acting, recently… Continue reading Son Naeun Signs With New Agency After Leaving YG
Stray Kids Named Global Ambassadors For Pepero
Stray Kids is officially the new face of Pepero! On May 12, Lotte Wellfood announced that Stray Kids had been chosen as new global ambassadors for the immensely popular Korean snack Pepero. In its official announcement declaring Stray Kids the 2025 global ambassadors for Pepero, the brand wrote, “This year’s Pepero Day will be even… Continue reading Stray Kids Named Global Ambassadors For Pepero
“Resident Playbook” And “Heavenly Ever After” Both Climb To Their Highest Ratings Yet
Both tvN’s “Resident Playbook” and JTBC’s “Heavenly Ever After” show no signs of slowing down! On May 11, the two dramas once again achieved the highest ratings of their respective runs thus far. According to Nielsen Korea, “Resident Playbook” rose to an average nationwide rating of 7.5 percent ahead of its final week, marking an… Continue reading “Resident Playbook” And “Heavenly Ever After” Both Climb To Their Highest Ratings Yet
IU Confirmed To Make May Comeback With MV Featuring Cha Eun Woo
Updated May 12 KST: It’s official: IU is aiming for a May comeback! On May 12, IU’s agency EDAM Entertainment confirmed reports that the singer was gearing up to release a new album this month. “IU is currently preparing a new album, with the goal of a release in May,” stated the company. EDAM Entertainment… Continue reading IU Confirmed To Make May Comeback With MV Featuring Cha Eun Woo