It’s official: HYBE has inked a deal with SM Entertainment founder Lee Soo Man that will make it the largest shareholder of the company. On February 10, HYBE was officially confirmed to be acquiring a 14.8 percent stake of SM Entertainment from Lee Soo Man for 422.8 billion won (approximately $334.3 million). Before the deal,… Continue reading Breaking: HYBE Becomes Top Shareholder Of SM Ent. After Acquiring 422.8 Billion Won Stake From Lee Soo Man
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5 Addictive Short K-Dramas To Binge-Watch During The Weekend
Weekends are often made even better when you’re planning for a K-drama marathon. There are a number of short shows that you can binge-watch in a day or two, and individual episodes range from a few minutes to just under an hour. “Miracle,” “User Not Found,” and more offer all the K-drama fun without taking… Continue reading 5 Addictive Short K-Dramas To Binge-Watch During The Weekend
14 K-Pop Songs That Will Forever Be In Vogue
The K-pop scene is an industry that never sleeps. With every generation comes a generous amount of singles and albums that fuel our K-pop playlists as well as a set of hits that are simply timeless. Whether it’s the chorus, the melody, the choreography, or the entire song, these jams make way for their longevity… Continue reading 14 K-Pop Songs That Will Forever Be In Vogue
6 Up-And-Coming Actors Whose Stars Are Rising In 2023
With the slew of new platforms on which to watch dramas and more dramas being produced now than ever, there are a ton of capable young actors getting their chance to shine. There are several actors who have been steadily building their resume over the past few years and are ready to fully explode on… Continue reading 6 Up-And-Coming Actors Whose Stars Are Rising In 2023
Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2023, February Week 1
NewJeans’s “OMG” is the No. 1 song for the third straight week, remaining dominant on all chart sources. Congratulations to NewJeans! Rising up one spot to No. 2 is LE SSERAFIM’s former chart-topping hit “ANTIFRAGILE.” Two songs newly entered the top 10. Moving up 29 spots to No. 3 is “VIBE,” a major collaboration between… Continue reading Soompi’s K-Pop Music Chart 2023, February Week 1
Love Like That: 7 K-Dramas With Enviable Love Stories
Love is indeed a splendid thing, especially when it comes to K-dramas. From slow burn romances to laugh out loud rom-coms, fantastical tales of love and longing to bittersweet slice of life love stories, there is something in it for everyone. From an eternal being’s search for his human bride, to love beyond enemy lines,… Continue reading Love Like That: 7 K-Dramas With Enviable Love Stories
7 Times K-Pop Stars Paid Homage To Their Seniors With Incredible Song Covers
For decades, K-pop has been adored because of its unforgettable tunes and lyrics. Veteran and rookie idols alike have basked in love from around the world. Sometimes, generations collide when a current generation idol pays homage to their favorite seniors, and the result is magic! Enjoy some incredible covers of catchy K-pop songs and fall… Continue reading 7 Times K-Pop Stars Paid Homage To Their Seniors With Incredible Song Covers
7 Glorious Innings: Song Hye Kyo K-Dramas To Check Out
She’s played the ambitious drama producer making her way in the chauvinistic world of showbiz, the doctor in love with a soldier, or the heiress who escapes a loveless marriage. With every role she has played, Song Hye Kyo’s two decades in the industry can be best described as glorious. In her latest revenge thriller… Continue reading 7 Glorious Innings: Song Hye Kyo K-Dramas To Check Out
4 Currently Airing K-Dramas That Are Worth Watching
With the winter months in full force, it seems to be the perfect time to snuggle in to watch some very much needed K-dramas. There are a lot of very diverse K-dramas airing right now, from romantic comedies to mystery and crime—there is something out there for everyone! Here are four K-dramas that you might… Continue reading 4 Currently Airing K-Dramas That Are Worth Watching
4 Reasons To Start Watching The Phenomenal Sci-Fi Mystery “Three-Body”
Based on the famous sci-fi novel “The Three-Body Problem” written by Liu Ci Xin, “Three-Body” is a Tencent’s new drama adaptation featuring the star-studded cast of Zhang Lu Yi, Yu He Wei, Chen Jin, Wang Zi Wen, Lin Yong Jian, Li Xiao Ran, and more. Warning: mentions of suicide, minor spoilers ahead “Three-Body” follows the… Continue reading 4 Reasons To Start Watching The Phenomenal Sci-Fi Mystery “Three-Body”