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The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for rookie idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community awareness indexes of various rookie idol groups, using big data collected from September 1 to October 1. Only idols who debuted in 2023 or later were considered for the rankings. MEOVV made their debut on the list at first place, scoring a brand reputation index of 1,729,187 for October. High-ranking phrases in the rookie girl group’s keyword analysis included “Teddy’s girl group,” “THE BLACK,” and “monster rookie,” while…
Circle Chart (formerly known as Gaon Chart) has announced its latest batch of official certifications! In 2018, the Korea Music Content Industry Association implemented a new certification system for album sales, song downloads, and online streaming. Starting with music released on or after January 1, 2018, Circle Chart now certifies albums platinum once they reach 250,000 sales, while albums that have sold a million copies or more receive a “million” certification. This month, ZEROBASEONE earned an official million certification for their latest mini album “CINEMA PARADISE,” which has sold over a million copies since its release this past August. Meanwhile,…
TXT’s comeback is off to a strong start! On November 4 at 6 p.m. KST, TXT made their highly-anticipated return with their new mini album “The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY” and its dreamy title track “Over The Moon.” Immediately upon its release, both the mini album and its title track shot to the top of iTunes charts in numerous countries across the globe. By 8 a.m. KST on November 5, “The Star Chapter: SANCTUARY” had already hit No. 1 on iTunes Top Albums charts in at least 25 different regions, including Japan, Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, Malaysia, and more. Meanwhile,…
UNIS showed off their talents on the latest episode of “Weekly Idol”! The new girl group, which was formed on the recent SBS survival show “Universe Ticket,” appeared as guests on the April 10 episode of “Weekly Idol.” In addition to performing their own debut song “SUPERWOMAN,” UNIS also took on the program’s legendary random play dance challenge. However, in between their own songs, the show randomly ambushed them with hit songs by other idols, including STAYC’s “Teddy Bear” and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo’s “FLOWER.” At another point in the show, UNIS played a game in which they had to sing sped-up…
Netflix has unveiled the star-studded casting lineup for its new series “The WONDERfools”! On November 1, Netflix confirmed the production of its new series “The WONDERfools” and announced the casting lineup including Park Eun Bin, Cha Eun Woo, Kim Hae Sook, Choi Dae Hoon, Im Sung Jae, and Son Hyun Joo. “The WONDERfools” is a superpower comic action set in 1999, a time when apocalyptic beliefs were rampant. It follows a group of neighborhood misfits who unexpectedly gain superpowers and fight against villains threatening the peace of Haeseong city. Park Eun Bin will take on the role of Eun Chae…
In an exciting collaboration that bridges the worlds of K-pop and Disney, Lee Suhyun of the popular duo AKMU has lent her enchanting voice to a Korean rendition of “When Will My Life Begin?” from the beloved animated film Tangled. The song, originally performed by Mandy Moore, is now part of the highly anticipated “Mickey and Friends: Seoul Tour” event. A Dream Come True for Fans Lee Suhyun, known for her angelic vocals and charming personality, has long been compared to a Disney princess by her adoring fans. This collaboration seems like a natural fit, with one fan commenting, “She…
Credit: Netflix Netflix’s highly anticipated series Gyeongseong Creature returns for Season 2 with the release of its main poster and trailer, teasing an intense time-slip story with romance, mystery, and action. Set in 2024 Seoul, Gyeongseong Creature Season 2 follows Ho Jae (Park Seo Jun), who closely resembles Tae Sang from 1945, and Chae Ok (Han So Hee), who survived the harsh realities of Gyeongseong. Their paths cross once again as they unravel the unresolved connections, fates, and grudges of their past lives. The teaser opens in 1945 with Tae Sang and transitions to Chae Ok in 2024, who ominously…
RaNia Members Profile and Facts RaNia (라니아; shortened from “Regeneration Idol of Asia“), formerly known as BP (Black Pearl) RANIA consisted of 5 members: Hyeme, Namfon, Youngheun, Seunghyun and Larissa. The group debuted on 6 April 2011, under DR Music with the song ‘Dr Feel Good’ and they disbanded sometime in 2020. RaNia Fandom Name: A1st (A First) RaNia Fandom Color: Grapefruit PinkRaNia Official Accounts: Twitter: @DRMUSIC_RANIA Instagram: @drmusic_official Facebook: drmusicrania Youtube: Rania Fan Cafe: Daum CafeRaNia Members Profile: Hyeme Stage Name: Hyeme (혜미) Birth Name: Kim Hye Mi (김혜미) Position: Main Vocalist Birthday: December 22, 1995 Zodiac Sign: Capricorn Height: 170 cm…
K-pop sensation OMEGAX is gearing up to take Japan by storm with their highly anticipated 2024 ‘To.’ Tour. This exciting announcement comes as a pleasant surprise to fans, especially considering the group’s recent period of relative quiet. Tour Announcement and Expectations The revelation of OMEGAX’s Japanese tour has sent ripples of excitement through the K-pop community. Despite a lack of new music releases in 2024, breaking their usual pattern of two to three annual song drops, the group is ready to reconnect with their audience through live performances. Concert Details While specific information is still emerging, here’s what we know so…
Chae Won Bin has been confirmed to star in the drama adaptation of “Miss Granny” alongside Kim Hae Sook, Jung Ji So, and Jung Jinyoung! On November 5, KBS2’s upcoming drama “Miss Granny” announced that Chae Won Bin, who is currently starring in the on-air drama “Doubt,” will star as Kim Hae Sook’s granddaughter Choi Ha Na. A remake of the film of the same name, which has spawned multiple remakes in other countries, “Miss Granny” is a music romance drama about a grandmother in her 70s named Oh Mal Soon who suddenly transforms into a 20-year-old Oh Doo Ri…