Stray Kids’ Changbin celebrated his birthday by giving back in a meaningful way! In honor of his birthday, Changbin donated 100 million won (approximately $71,970) to Samsung Medical Center in Seoul. The donation will help cover surgery and treatment costs as well as programs that support the psychological well-being of vulnerable children and adolescents who… Continue reading Stray Kids’ Changbin Makes Heartfelt Donation On His Birthday
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ZEROBASEONE In Talks To Extend Contracts + Agency Briefly Comments
ZEROBASEONE is in talks to continue together as a group. On August 12, industry representatives reported that some ZEROBASEONE members and agencies have officially begun discussions to extend their contracts. A project group created through the survival show “BOYS PLANET,” ZEROBASEONE was originally scheduled to disband in January 2026. In response to the reports, the… Continue reading ZEROBASEONE In Talks To Extend Contracts + Agency Briefly Comments
August Girl Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for girl groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community indexes of various girl groups, using big data collected from July 10 to August 10. BLACKPINK held onto their spot at the top of… Continue reading August Girl Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
August Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for male idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community indexes of various boy groups, using big data collected from July 9 to August 9. BTS continued their reign at the top of… Continue reading August Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
CRAVITY’s Jungmo Sustains Ankle Injury + To Perform Seated Temporarily
CRAVITY’s Jungmo will be temporarily performing seated due to an ankle injury. On August 8, Starship Entertainment announced that Jungmo sustained an ankle injury during a recent schedule and has been advised by medical professionals to avoid strenuous movement for the time being. As a result, Jungmo will perform seated during the group’s upcoming activities… Continue reading CRAVITY’s Jungmo Sustains Ankle Injury + To Perform Seated Temporarily
IU Announces First Offline Fan Meet In 2 Years “Bye, Summer”
IU is set to meet fans in person at a special fan meet-up! On August 8, her agency EDAM Entertainment announced through IU’s official social media channels that the 2025 IU Fan Meet-Up “Bye, Summer” will be held on September 13 and 14 at the KSPO DOME, and unveiled the official event poster alongside the news. “Bye,… Continue reading IU Announces First Offline Fan Meet In 2 Years “Bye, Summer”
Ku Hye Sun Releases Statement Urging An End To Secondary Harm Regarding Her Divorce
Actress and entrepreneur Ku Hye Sun has expressed her discomfort over the ongoing public discussion regarding her divorce with ex-husband Ahn Jae Hyun. On August 8, Ku Hye Sun posted a lengthy message on her social media as below: I do not believe it is in line with proper journalistic ethics to repeatedly highlight and stigmatize… Continue reading Ku Hye Sun Releases Statement Urging An End To Secondary Harm Regarding Her Divorce
SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Makes Heartfelt Donation On His Birthday
SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups celebrated his birthday by giving back the love he has received in a meaningful way! On August 8, the Community Chest of Korea announced that S.Coups has donated 50 million won (approximately $36,160) to support children from low-income families in celebration of his birthday. With this donation, S.Coups became the 3710th member of… Continue reading SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Makes Heartfelt Donation On His Birthday
JYP And Former VCHA Member KG Mutually Agree To Part Ways Following Contract Dispute
Former VCHA member KG has announced that she and JYP Entertainment have mutually agreed to part ways. In December of last year, KG filed a lawsuit to leave VCHA and terminate her contract with JYP Entertainment. On August 8 KST, KG took to Instagram Stories to reveal that her contract dispute with JYP Entertainment had… Continue reading JYP And Former VCHA Member KG Mutually Agree To Part Ways Following Contract Dispute
G-Dragon’s Agency Briefly Responds To Reports Of Song Kang Ho Signing With Them
G-Dragon’s agency Galaxy Corporation has briefly addressed the reports that actor Song Kang Ho is joining the company. On August 8, Korean news outlet Ilgan Sports reported that the award-winning actor was preparing to sign with Galaxy Corporation and was currently in the process of fine-tuning the final details of his contract. Later that morning,… Continue reading G-Dragon’s Agency Briefly Responds To Reports Of Song Kang Ho Signing With Them