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8 K-pop boy band EVNNE is gearing up for their first world tour, set to kick off in August 2024. The group, which debuted in September 2023, has quickly gained a dedicated fanbase known as ENNVE. EVNNE’s new mini-album “RIDE or DIE” features six tracks that continue their story of overcoming obstacles and pursuing their dreams recklessly.In an interview with Hindustan Times, the members of EVNNE shared their excitement and anticipation for the upcoming tour. “There’s still some time left until the tour, so we can’t truly realize it coming but we are so excited and looking forward…
BTS’s Jungkook has set a new record on the Billboard Hot 100! On June 17 local time, Billboard announced that Jungkook’s new fan song “Never Let Go” had debuted at No. 97 on its Hot 100 chart, which ranks the most popular albums in the United States. Jungkook is now the first K-pop soloist in history to chart seven different songs on the Hot 100. Before “Never Let Go,” he entered the chart with his “7 Fates: CHAKHO” OST track “Stay Alive” (produced by Suga), his Charlie Puth collab “Left and Right,” “Seven,” “3D,” his Kid LAROI and Central Cee…
2 According to recent reports, BLACKPINK’s Lisa has likely stepped down from her role as CELINE’s global ambassador after a three-year tenure. This development comes following Lisa’s recent fashion appearances and activities, including her attendance at a Louis Vuitton show in March 2024, which sparked initial rumors about her departure from CELINE.Key points regarding Lisa’s reported departure from CELINE: Lisa had been CELINE’s global ambassador since September 2020. A K-media report from Korea JoongAng Daily on June 29, 2024, revealed that Lisa has ended her association with the French luxury brand. Sources close to the commercial contract have…
The ratings battle for Monday-Tuesday dramas is heating up! As “Lovely Runner” went out last week with its highest viewership ratings, tvN’s new drama picked up the baton and premiered to a promising start. According to Nielsen Korea, the premiere episode of tvN’s new Monday-Tuesday drama “The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” garnered an average nationwide viewership rating of 4.2 percent. The sequel to OCN’s hit 2018 series “The Player,” “The Player 2: Master of Swindlers” is a heist drama about a squad of talented swindlers who target the wealthy and corrupt by stealing dirty money that has been obtained…
tvN’s “Jinny’s Kitchen 2” has unveiled a poster and new teaser ahead of its premiere! “Jinny’s Kitchen 2” is a show that will explore the inner workings of a Korean restaurant led by a dedicated boss and passionate employees. This time around, the second branch of the restaurant will open its doors in Iceland to greet guests. Boss Lee Seo Jin, along with Jung Yu Mi, Park Seo Joon, Choi Woo Shik, and new staff member Go Min Si, will be on hand to serve up steaming hot gomtang, a traditional Korean beef bone soup, amidst the chilly winds of Iceland.…
tvN’s upcoming drama “The Auditors” has released a poster featuring Shin Ha Kyun and Lee Jung Ha! “The Auditors” is a new drama starring Shin Ha Kyun as Shin Cha Il, a tough and level-headed audit team leader who values rational thinking over emotion. Lee Jung Ha will star as Gu Han Soo, an emotional new hire who is Shin Cha Il’s polar opposite in many ways. In the newly released poster, Shin Cha Il and Gu Han Soo are walking toward the company, each reflecting their distinctive style. Shin Cha Il’s sharp suit, shiny shoes, and briefcase highlight his…
Upcoming movie “Wonderland” shared new photos of Suzy and Park Bo Gum!“Wonderland” tells the story of people who use the Wonderland service, which allows users to reunite with their deceased loved ones via video call by reconstructing them using artificial intelligence. The cast is made up of several stars, including Tang Wei, Suzy, Park Bo Gum, Jung Yu Mi and Choi Woo Shik.The newly released photos feature couple Jung In (Suzy) and Tae Joo (Park Bo Gum), and capture the sweet chemistry between Jung In and Tae Joo, who are shown as a couple dressed in matching flight attendant uniforms.…
Get ready for the first-ever KCON Germany! KCON is a major convention and music festival that celebrates Korean pop culture and entertainment in various cities across the globe, and it includes concerts featuring performances by popular K-pop artists. This year, KCON is heading to Germany for the very first time: KCON Germany 2024 will be held at Messe Frankfurt for two days on September 28 and 29. Shin Hyung Kwan, the head of CJ ENM’s Music Content division, commented, “We will bring [attendees] even greater joy through expanded performances and a variety of programs. We will do our utmost to…
Credit: Netflix On May 23rd, during an interview with Sports Kyunghyang, The 8 Show star Ryu Jun Yeol candidly addressed the greenwashing controversy surrounding him. “The efforts to cultivate a good image grew larger, and I got too greedy trying to fit that image,” he admitted. Reflecting on recent scandals that engulfed him, he shared, “Honestly, I’ve learned a lot through these experiences. My thoughts changed after debuting, and I developed new ambitions. Perhaps I was too focused on the image that people who supported me had of me. I was trapped within it.” Ryu continued, “Going forward, I want…
In television and film, it is common for other countries to adapt or remake popular media. The United States has had many successful adaptations, ranging from horror films like “The Grudge (Ju-On)” and “The Ring (Ringu)” to dramas like “Jane the Virgin (Juana la Virgen)” and The “G”ood Doctor (The Good Doctor)”. However, many American original shows that have been popularized have been adapted to fit other cultural mediums.Some countries such as South Korea, known for its writing style in K-dramas, have adapted some television shows and films from the United States, incorporating their own political values and commentary that…