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Jennie's 10 Seconds of Silence at MMA Sparks Fierce Fan Debate
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Jennie's 10 Seconds of Silence at MMA Sparks Fierce Fan Debate

A clip of BLACKPINK's Jennie with a neutral expression while watching BTS at the Melon Music Awards has sparked a massive online debate. Is it a sign of bitterness, or a symptom of the intense scrutiny female K-pop idols face?

aespa Under Fire After Laughing at Their Own Throwback Video at MMA 2025
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aespa Under Fire After Laughing at Their Own Throwback Video at MMA 2025

K-Pop group aespa is facing criticism from Korean netizens for laughing at a 2021 video of themselves during the 2025 Melon Music Awards, fueling plastic surgery accusations.

K-Pop's Streaming Power in Japan: NewJeans, aespa, BTS & Rosé Earn Major RIAJ Certifications
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K-Pop's Streaming Power in Japan: NewJeans, aespa, BTS & Rosé Earn Major RIAJ Certifications

NewJeans, aespa, BTS, and BLACKPINK’s Rosé have secured new Triple Platinum and Gold certifications for streaming from the RIAJ, cementing K-Pop's dominance in Japan's digital music scene.

Stray Kids Lead K-Pop Dominance on Billboard, Securing 3rd Straight Week at No. 1
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Stray Kids Lead K-Pop Dominance on Billboard, Securing 3rd Straight Week at No. 1

Stray Kids' album 'DO IT' has topped the Billboard World Albums chart for a third consecutive week. They are joined by BTS, ENHYPEN, ILLIT, and more, highlighting K-Pop's continued global dominance.

An Se-young Fights Through Injury to Clinch Record-Tying 11th Title at BWF World Tour Finals
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An Se-young Fights Through Injury to Clinch Record-Tying 11th Title at BWF World Tour Finals

South Korea's An Se-young won the BWF World Tour Finals, her 11th title of the season, despite a knee injury. The win ties Kento Momota's all-time record for most titles in a single year.

Park Chan-wook's New Film 'No Other Choice' Stars Lee Byung-hun as a Job-Hunting Serial Killer
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Park Chan-wook's New Film 'No Other Choice' Stars Lee Byung-hun as a Job-Hunting Serial Killer

Director Park Chan-wook's upcoming film 'No Other Choice' stars Lee Byung-hun as a man who hunts down his job rivals. Based on Donald Westlake's novel 'The Ax,' the film blends dark comedy with sharp social critique.

The Watchlist Dilemma: K-Drama Fans Share 'The One That Got Away' in 2025
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The Watchlist Dilemma: K-Drama Fans Share 'The One That Got Away' in 2025

K-drama fan site Dramabeans sparks a year-end conversation about the 2025 dramas viewers missed, highlighting the 'watchlist anxiety' phenomenon in the age of streaming abundance.

Park Ki-woong and Jin Se-yeon to Lead KBS's New Weekend Drama 'Recipe for Love' Amidst a Three-Generation Family Feud
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Park Ki-woong and Jin Se-yeon to Lead KBS's New Weekend Drama 'Recipe for Love' Amidst a Three-Generation Family Feud

Park Ki-woong and Jin Se-yeon will star in the new KBS weekend family drama, 'Recipe for Love,' which centers on a feud spanning three generations. A trailer teases a brewing war between the two families.

Beyond Campus Romance: Rakuten TV’s Top 10 BL Series for 2025 Signals a Genre Evolution
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Beyond Campus Romance: Rakuten TV’s Top 10 BL Series for 2025 Signals a Genre Evolution

Get your 2025 watchlist ready. Rakuten TV has announced its top 10 most popular BL series, dominated by Thai dramas and a surge of fantasy genres. See the full list and our analysis.

Jennie's MMA Performance Sparks Debate: Why Fellow Idols' Reactions Are Under Scrutiny
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Jennie's MMA Performance Sparks Debate: Why Fellow Idols' Reactions Are Under Scrutiny

A video of idols from aespa, IVE, and RIIZE showing little reaction to BLACKPINK Jennie's MMA performance has sparked backlash from Korean netizens, raising questions about celebrity scrutiny.

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.