#K-Pop

An unedited photo of Red Velvet's Irene sparks debate, revealing K-pop's deep-seated age anxiety and its collision with hyper-realistic technology.

SHINee's Minho reveals the flaw in K-Pop's old 'mystique' strategy, signaling a permanent industry shift from manufactured perfection to the authenticity economy.

A dating rumor around KATSEYE's Manon is a critical stress test for HYBE's global K-Pop business model. Here's why it's a bellwether for the industry.

BLACKPINK's 13th MV hitting 300M views isn't just a record. It's a signal for investors on the rising value of music IP as a long-term, high-yield asset.

An FSS raid on HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk's home isn't just a scandal; it's a critical stress test for K-Pop's corporate governance and global ambitions.

SHINee Key's tribute to Jonghyun sparked backlash, revealing a dangerous new era of parasocial policing and the weaponization of celebrity grief.

An ex-SNH48 member's exposé of China's idol industry reveals a broken business model. This is a critical warning for global entertainment.

The backlash against LE SSERAFIM's Sakura isn't just fan drama. It's a critical stress test for HYBE and the entire K-Pop industry's global strategy.

Beyond a viral photo, BLACKPINK Jennie's Instagram strategy signals a major power shift in the K-Pop industry, redefining brand-building and talent leverage.

An attack on a K-Pop idol's smile lines backfired, signaling a major shift in beauty standards and fan power. PRISM analyzes the industry implications.

Min Hee Jin's court testimony is more than a legal battle; it's a stress test on HYBE's multi-label model, questioning the future of K-Pop IP creation.

The controversy over BTS Jungkook's tattoos isn't just fan drama. It's a critical signal of a shift in K-Pop's global strategy and idol-fan dynamics.