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Get ready for a new album from RIIZE! On September 2 at midnight KST, RIIZE officially announced their plans to return with new music and a repackaged version of their first mini album “RIIZING,” all within this month. First, RIIZE will release their new song “COMBO” online on September 4 at midnight KST, and they will also release a special video for the song that same day. The rookie group will then release a new Orchestra version of their hit song “Boom Boom Bass,” the title track of “RIIZING,” on September 13. Finally, two weeks after its digital release, the…

Credit: Dispatch The notorious YouTuber behind the channel “Sojang,” known for her defamatory videos about celebrities, found herself in a humiliating chase with reporters. On May 27th, Seoul Central District Court held a trial for A, the operator of Sojang, who was charged with violating the Act on Promotion of Information and Communications Network Utilization and Information Protection (Defamation). A faced charges for damaging Kang Daniel’s reputation with a video titled “The Promiscuous Private Life of the Nation’s Boyfriend Actor-Idol,” released in 2022. Sojang’s defense argued, “She believed the content of the video to be true.” After the court session,…

Review: Han So-hee Shines in “Gyeongseong Creature” with Emotional Performance

Credit: Lawon Munhwa, Company On, Team Hope Lee Je Hoon has claimed the top spot in actor brand reputation rankings for August, surpassing fellow actors Jang Na Ra and Um Tae Goo. According to the Korean Business Research Institute on August 20th, Lee Je Hoon ranked first, Jang Na Ra came in second, and Um Tae Goo secured third place in the brand reputation rankings based on big data analysis. The Institute measured the brand reputation index of 100 actors who appeared in dramas, films, and OTT content from July 20th to August 20th. The index was calculated using a…

FIFTY FIFTY has officially released their much-anticipated pre-release single, “Starry Night,” as part of their upcoming 2nd mini album. The track debuted on August 30, 2024, at 1 PM KST, generating excitement among fans worldwide. The group, known for their captivating performances and unique sound, has teased the release with stunning concept photos that showcase their artistic direction for this album. The aesthetic of “Starry Night” leans towards an academia retro vibe, which has been well-received by fans who appreciate the group’s evolving style. Many have taken to social media to express their admiration for the members’ outfits and the…

SBS’s upcoming drama “The Judge from Hell” has released new character posters and a teaser video! “The Judge from Hell” is a new fantasy romance drama starring Park Shin Hye as Kang Bit Na, a demon from hell who has entered the body of a judge. After meeting the compassionate detective Han Da On (Kim Jae Young), who works hard at his job in a reality harsher than hell, Kang Bit Na embarks on a journey to becoming a true judge. The newly released character posters feature the two main protagonists Kang Bit Na and Han Da On, capturing viewers’…

Get ready, K-pop fans! A brand new boy band called Dear Alice is making waves with their exciting journey on the BBC’s reality series, Made in Korea: The K-Pop Experience. Premiering on August 17, this six-part series follows five talented British lads as they dive into the rigorous world of K-pop training in South Korea. Who is Dear Alice? The group consists of five members: Blaise Noon (19) from London, who has a background in musical theatre and dance. He’s excited about the high standards of K-pop training and is ready to showcase his skills. Dexter Greenwood (22), also from…

Mnet’s newest dance competition show “Stage Fighter” has unveiled its exciting main teaser! “Stage Fighter” is a survival program where 64 top male dancers from ballet, contemporary dance, and Korean traditional dance compete against each other in a high-stakes class battle. The newly released poster introduces Kang Daniel as the show’s host, showcasing him in various poses inspired by the three dance genres, highlighting his deep expertise in Korean contemporary dance, a field he majored in high school. The main trailer spotlights the “physical” prowess of the dancers, beginning with a striking sequence where they display their impressive physiques. The…

The upcoming film “Audrey” (also known as “Beautiful Audrey”) has released new stills ahead of its premiere! “Audrey” tells the story of Kang Ki Hoon (Park Ji Hoon), who lives a simple, happy life with his mother Mi Yeon (Kim Jung Nan) as they run a noodle restaurant together. However, their world is upended when Mi Yeon falls ill, prompting Ki Hoon to reconnect with his estranged sister Kang Ji Eun (Kim Bo Young). The newly released stills offer a glimpse into the bittersweet family dynamic, featuring Mi Yeon, Ki Hoon, and Ji Eun, who has been living independently away…

Stray Kids has set another personal record on Billboard charts! On July 29 (local time), Billboard announced that Stray Kids’ “Chk Chk Boom” debuted at No. 49 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100, marking the group’s highest-charting song yet. The group previously entered the chart for the first time with their 2023 title track “LALALALA” at No. 90 followed by “Lose My Breath” featuring Charlie Puth, which also entered the chart at No. 90 earlier this year. In addition to the Hot 100, “Chk Chk Boom” also entered Billboard’s Global Excl. U.S. chart at No. 4 and the Global 200…