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CNBLUE Announces '3LOGY': Their First Full Studio Album in 11 Years
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CNBLUE Announces '3LOGY': Their First Full Studio Album in 11 Years

K-pop band CNBLUE confirms their comeback with '3LOGY,' their 3rd studio album and first full-length release in 11 years, set to drop on January 7, 2026.

SHINee's Onew Unveils Official Solo Light Stick with Playful Animated Teaser
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SHINee's Onew Unveils Official Solo Light Stick with Playful Animated Teaser

SHINee's Onew has revealed the design for his first official solo light stick. The item is set to be released on December 23 at 12 p.m. KST.

Generations Collide at MMA 2025: G-Dragon, aespa, RIIZE and More Light Up the Stage
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Generations Collide at MMA 2025: G-Dragon, aespa, RIIZE and More Light Up the Stage

The Melon Music Awards 2025 on Dec 20 featured an epic lineup of performances from K-pop's past, present, and future, including G-Dragon, EXO, aespa, IVE, RIIZE, and more.

Pung Ja's Wegovy Rejection: How One K-Celeb's Diet Signals a Tipping Point for the $100B Wellness Industry
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Pung Ja's Wegovy Rejection: How One K-Celeb's Diet Signals a Tipping Point for the $100B Wellness Industry

Korean star Pung Ja's recent weight loss is more than a glow-up. Her rejection of Wegovy for lifestyle changes signals a major shift in the wellness market.

Pro Bono's 'Impossible Case': Why K-Drama's New Anti-Hero Formula is a Multi-Billion Dollar Bet
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Pro Bono's 'Impossible Case': Why K-Drama's New Anti-Hero Formula is a Multi-Billion Dollar Bet

Beyond the courtroom drama, 'Pro Bono' and Jung Kyung Ho signal a strategic shift in K-content. Our analysis on the data-driven evolution of the Korean anti-hero.

Beyond the Ratings: How 'Moon River' Exposes the New K-Drama IP Gold Rush
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Beyond the Ratings: How 'Moon River' Exposes the New K-Drama IP Gold Rush

An analysis of 'Moon River's' success, revealing how traditional K-Drama broadcasters are leveraging actor IP and hit shows to compete in the streaming wars.

Beyond the Photoshoot: Why Choo Young Woo & Shin Sia Signal a New K-Entertainment Playbook
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Beyond the Photoshoot: Why Choo Young Woo & Shin Sia Signal a New K-Entertainment Playbook

A celebrity photoshoot reveals Korea's strategic investment in next-gen talent and cross-cultural IP. We analyze the K-content machine's new playbook.

Hyun Bin’s Fatherhood Play: Deconstructing the Brand Strategy of a K-Drama Icon
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Hyun Bin’s Fatherhood Play: Deconstructing the Brand Strategy of a K-Drama Icon

Beyond a cute interview, Hyun Bin's comments on fatherhood signal a strategic brand pivot. PRISM analyzes the impact on K-culture and the creator economy.

Beyond the Script: Why the Hyun Bin-Son Ye Jin Romance is a Masterclass in IP Management
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Beyond the Script: Why the Hyun Bin-Son Ye Jin Romance is a Masterclass in IP Management

Hyun Bin's comments on Son Ye Jin aren't just gossip. It's a strategic masterclass in celebrity branding, IP lifecycle extension, and narrative control.

DAY6's 'You Were Beautiful' Hits 100M: A Masterclass in K-Pop's Evergreen Content Strategy
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DAY6's 'You Were Beautiful' Hits 100M: A Masterclass in K-Pop's Evergreen Content Strategy

DAY6's 'You Were Beautiful' hitting 100M views reveals K-Pop's untapped evergreen content value & organic discovery. A masterclass in sustained digital growth.

Beyond the Tears: Why K-Drama's Deep Dive into Family Trauma Remains a Global Powerhouse
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Beyond the Tears: Why K-Drama's Deep Dive into Family Trauma Remains a Global Powerhouse

Explore why K-dramas like 'Love Me,' focusing on family trauma and healing, dominate global streaming, offering deep insights for media executives.

Virtual K-Pop Takes Over UK Charts: HUNTR/X's 'Golden' Goes Double Platinum
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Virtual K-Pop Takes Over UK Charts: HUNTR/X's 'Golden' Goes Double Platinum

A fictional K-Pop group from 'KPop Demon Hunters' hits double platinum in the UK. PRISM analyzes how virtual artists and animated IP are reshaping global entertainment and K-culture's future.