Watch: SHINee’s Onew Reveals New Solo Light Stick

SHINee’s Onew has shared a sneak peek of his new solo light stick! On December 22 at midnight KST, Onew revealed the first glimpse of the design for his official light stick through a playful animated teaser. Onew also teased that his upcoming light stick will be released on December 23 at 12 p.m. KST.… Continue reading Watch: SHINee’s Onew Reveals New Solo Light Stick

Watch: NCT’s Doyoung Takes 1st Win For “Promise” On “Music Core”; Performances By SHINee’s Minho, WayV, And More

Less than two weeks after his military enlistment, NCT’s Doyoung has won his first music show trophy for his new solo single “Promise”! On the December 20 episode of MBC’s “Music Core,” the candidates for first place were Doyoung’s “Promise,” LE SSERAFIM’s “SPAGHETTI” (featuring BTS’s j-hope), and ALLDAY PROJECT’s “ONE MORE TIME.” Doyoung ultimately took… Continue reading Watch: NCT’s Doyoung Takes 1st Win For “Promise” On “Music Core”; Performances By SHINee’s Minho, WayV, And More

December Boy Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for individual boy group members! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, communication, and community awareness indexes of 755 boy group members, using big data collected from November 20 to December 20. BTS’s Jimin held onto his… Continue reading December Boy Group Member Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, “Home Alone,” “Amazing Saturday,” And More Confirm Key’s Departure

Following SHINee’s Key’s official statement, the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards as well as other programs he was involved in have issued brief statements regarding his departure. On December 17, the organizing committee of the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards stated, “As Key, who was scheduled to serve as MC for the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, has… Continue reading 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, “Home Alone,” “Amazing Saturday,” And More Confirm Key’s Departure

SHINee’s Key And SM Release Statements Regarding Recent Allegations + Key Steps Down From Programs

SHINee’s Key has released a statement in response to recent allegations and will be stepping down from all programs. Previously, comedian Park Na Rae was swept up in allegations of receiving illegal medical services such as proxy prescriptions and an IV drip categorized as prescription drugs from an “injection auntie” (hereafter referred to Ms. Lee).… Continue reading SHINee’s Key And SM Release Statements Regarding Recent Allegations + Key Steps Down From Programs

December 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 November 13 to December 13. BTS continued their reign at the top of… Continue reading December Boy Group Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

Onew’s Agency Clarifies Relation With Controversial Figure Tied To Allegations Involving Park Na Rae

SHINee’s Onew has addressed the controversy over his alleged ties with the so-called “injection auntie,” who surfaced in connection with Park Na Rae’s recent issue. Previously on December 6, Dispatch reported that Park Na Rae received illegal medical services such as an IV drip categorized as prescription drugs from an individual called “injection auntie.” After… Continue reading Onew’s Agency Clarifies Relation With Controversial Figure Tied To Allegations Involving Park Na Rae

Watch: SHINee’s Minho Is Determined To Follow Your “TEMPO” In Alluring MV For Solo Comeback

Updated December 15 KST: SHINee’s Minho has dropped his new single! On December 15 at 6 p.m. KST, Minho released his new single “TEMPO” along with the music video for the title track of the same name. “TEMPO” is a dance song that blends groovy 808 bass sounds with a variety of rhythmic instruments to… Continue reading Watch: SHINee’s Minho Is Determined To Follow Your “TEMPO” In Alluring MV For Solo Comeback

November Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

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 October 27 to November 27. BTS’s Jimin continued his reign at the top of… Continue reading November Individual Idol Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

Jun Hyun Moo, Jang Do Yeon, And SHINee’s Key Announced As MCs For 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards

Jun Hyun Moo, Jang Do Yeon, and SHINee’s Key have officially been announced as the MC lineup for the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards! On November 20, MBC confirmed, “Jun Hyun Moo, Jang Do Yeon, and SHINee’s Key will serve as MCs for the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, which will take place on December 29.” The… Continue reading Jun Hyun Moo, Jang Do Yeon, And SHINee’s Key Announced As MCs For 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards