Writer Paulo Coelho shared his love for Korean entertainment! The famous Brazilian author best-known for his world-famous novel “The Alchemist” recently participated in an email interview with Yonhap News on November 8. During the interview, Paulo Coelho described how his interest in Korean entertainment such as K-pop and K-dramas began. Paulo Coelho shared, “It was… Continue reading “The Alchemist” Author Paulo Coelho Talks About His Interest In Korean Entertainment
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BTS And Stray Kids Win Awards At 2020 MTV EMAs Including Best Song And Best Group
BTS and Stray Kids both took home awards at the 2020 MTV EMAs! On November 8 local time, MTV held its annual Europe Music Awards, which was broadcast from multiple cities this year instead of the usual physical ceremony in one city. BTS emerged the big winner of the night, snagging a total of four… Continue reading BTS And Stray Kids Win Awards At 2020 MTV EMAs Including Best Song And Best Group
TXT Talks About 1st Impressions Of BTS, Wearing Crop Tops For “Blue Hour,” Being Cast By Big Hit, And More
TXT dished on their latest comeback and more during a special radio appearance! On November 8, all five members of TXT appeared as guests on the SBS Power FM radio show “2 O’Clock Escape Cultwo Show.” After performing their new title track “Blue Hour,” they explained that the song’s Korean title specifically mentions “5:53” because… Continue reading TXT Talks About 1st Impressions Of BTS, Wearing Crop Tops For “Blue Hour,” Being Cast By Big Hit, And More
Im Chang Jung Cracks Fans Up With His Hilarious Response To Charting Alongside BTS On Melon
Im Chang Jung sent BTS a playful message after charting alongside the group on Melon! On November 8, the veteran singer and actor took to Instagram to point out that his hit ballad “Love Should Not Be Harsh on You” was charting at No. 2 on Melon’s 24Hits chart, right behind BTS’s “Dynamite” at No.… Continue reading Im Chang Jung Cracks Fans Up With His Hilarious Response To Charting Alongside BTS On Melon
Watch: BTS Talks About Their Relationship With Producer Pdogg In Preview For Next Week’s “Immortal Songs”
BTS will be appearing via video interview in next week’s episode of “Immortal Songs”! On November 7, KBS shared a preview of next week’s episode of “Immortal Songs,” which will feature the hit songs of producer Pdogg. “Immortal Songs” is a show in which talented singers and musicians reinterpret classics and beloved songs from the past. Pdogg… Continue reading Watch: BTS Talks About Their Relationship With Producer Pdogg In Preview For Next Week’s “Immortal Songs”
Watch: BTS Takes 21st Win For “Dynamite” On “Music Core”; Performances By MONSTA X, TWICE, MAMAMOO, And More
In the November 7 episode of “Music Core,” BTS‘s “Dynamite,” TWICE’s “I CAN’T STOP ME,” and Refund Sisters’ “Don’t Touch Me” were candidates for first place. BTS took home the win with 9,740 votes, making this their 21st win for “Dynamite” overall. This week’s performers include the MCs (SF9’s Chani, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin, and IZ*ONE’s Kim Min Ju),… Continue reading Watch: BTS Takes 21st Win For “Dynamite” On “Music Core”; Performances By MONSTA X, TWICE, MAMAMOO, And More
November 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 October 6 to November 6. BTS topped the list for the 30th consecutive… Continue reading November Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced
BTS’s “MIC Drop” Goes Silver In The UK
BTS’s “MIC Drop” has received silver certification in the United Kingdom! The British Phonographic Industry shared on November 6 that “MIC Drop” has now gone silver. Singles are certified as silver in the United Kingdom when they achieve 200,000 units. 🎤 Taken from the album 'Love Yourself: Answer', 'MIC Drop' from @bts_bighit is now #BRITcertified Silver!… Continue reading BTS’s “MIC Drop” Goes Silver In The UK
Update: BTS’ Suga Undergoes Surgery For His Shoulder + To Take Break From Most Activities
Updated November 6 KST: BTS’ Suga wrote to the group’s fans ARMY on Weverse about his shoulder surgery and current condition. Read his message below: Hello, this is Suga. After the announcement, many people were worried and so I’m sorry and really grateful..! Thankfully, the surgery went well. My current state is that I do feel some pain but I’m very relieved. Since… Continue reading Update: BTS’ Suga Undergoes Surgery For His Shoulder + To Take Break From Most Activities
Update: 2020 APAN Awards Announces New Dates After Postponement
Updated December 21 KST: The 2020 APAN Awards has announced that its ceremonies will now be held on January 23 and 24, after previously postponing the event. Source (1) Updated November 19 KST: The 2020 APAN Star Awards and 2020 APAN Music Awards will be postponed. The organizing committee stated, “On November 19, the social distancing level… Continue reading Update: 2020 APAN Awards Announces New Dates After Postponement