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Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin Are Married: Agency Releases Official Photos from Intimate Seoul Ceremony
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Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin Are Married: Agency Releases Official Photos from Intimate Seoul Ceremony

South Korean star couple Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin have officially married after 14 years together. Their agency released official photos from the private ceremony held on December 20 in Seoul.

Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung Face Off in Disney+'s New Period Thriller
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Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung Face Off in Disney+'s New Period Thriller

Get your first look at Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung in a new Disney+ period thriller. New character posters and a teaser reveal a tense, high-stakes Korean drama.

Moon River Finale: A Bittersweet Victory and the Weight of a Villain's Past
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Moon River Finale: A Bittersweet Victory and the Weight of a Villain's Past

A review of the 'Moon River' finale (episodes 13-14). We analyze the complex narrative of a sympathetic villain whose tragic past clashes with the heroes' deserved happy ending.

The Unwritten Rule: Viral Date Story Reignites K-Pop's 'Dating Ban' Debate
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The Unwritten Rule: Viral Date Story Reignites K-Pop's 'Dating Ban' Debate

A viral date story has fans debating K-pop's unspoken 'dating ban.' We break down the controversy, exploring the clash between fan expectations and an idol's right to a private life.

Jennie Makes Surprise Appearance at 2025 Melon Music Awards, Wins 'Record Of The Year'
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Jennie Makes Surprise Appearance at 2025 Melon Music Awards, Wins 'Record Of The Year'

On December 20, 2025, BLACKPINK's Jennie made a surprise appearance at the Melon Music Awards (MMA), winning the 'Record Of The Year' grand prize. A look at the impact of her rare attendance.

TWS’s Dohoon Shots to #1 in December Rookie Idol Brand Reputation Rankings
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TWS’s Dohoon Shots to #1 in December Rookie Idol Brand Reputation Rankings

TWS's Dohoon has topped the December brand reputation rankings for individual rookie idols, as revealed by the Korean Business Research Institute. See what the data means for K-Pop's 5th generation.

Park Ji Hwan Discovers Kwon Sang Woo’s “Unspeakable Secret” in New Rom-Com Film ‘HEARTMAN’
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Park Ji Hwan Discovers Kwon Sang Woo’s “Unspeakable Secret” in New Rom-Com Film ‘HEARTMAN’

Upcoming K-film 'HEARTMAN' shares a new look at Park Ji Hwan's character, who discovers a major secret about the protagonist, played by Kwon Sang Woo, in his quest to win back his first love, Moon Chae Won.

Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin Marry in Star-Studded 'Wedding of the Century'
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Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin Marry in Star-Studded 'Wedding of the Century'

Actors Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin were married in a private Seoul ceremony on Dec 20. The 'Wedding of the Century' was attended by stars like BTS's V, EXO's D.O., and more.

Netflix's 'The Price of Confession' Dominates Buzz Rankings for a Second Straight Week
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Netflix's 'The Price of Confession' Dominates Buzz Rankings for a Second Straight Week

For the second week in a row, Netflix's 'The Price of Confession' has ranked No. 1 on Good Data Corporation's list of most buzzworthy dramas and actors, signaling a major trend in viewership engagement.

Choi Jin-hyuk & Oh Yeon-seo's One-Night Stand Sparks Romance in 'Positively Yours' Teaser
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Choi Jin-hyuk & Oh Yeon-seo's One-Night Stand Sparks Romance in 'Positively Yours' Teaser

Channel A has released the first teaser for 'Positively Yours,' a new K-drama starring Choi Jin-hyuk and Oh Yeon-seo. An impulsive hookup leads to an unexpected pregnancy, kicking off a whirlwind romance.

KATSEYE's 'Gabriela' Breaks Top 10 on Billboard's Pop Airplay Chart, Signaling Mainstream US Radio Breakthrough
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KATSEYE's 'Gabriela' Breaks Top 10 on Billboard's Pop Airplay Chart, Signaling Mainstream US Radio Breakthrough

KATSEYE's hit single "Gabriela" has climbed to No. 9 on Billboard's Pop Airplay chart, marking a new career high and a significant milestone for the group on U.S. mainstream radio.

Jay Park's New Group LNGSHOT Appears at 2025 MMAs Before Official Debut
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Jay Park's New Group LNGSHOT Appears at 2025 MMAs Before Official Debut

Jay Park's new boy group LNGSHOT made a surprise appearance at the 2025 Melon Music Awards before their official debut. PRISM analyzes what this bold pre-debut strategy means for the future of K-Pop.