K-pop exhibitions turn fandom into immersive experience

Immersive media exhibitions are becoming increasingly common in K-pop promotions, as artists and agencies look for new ways to turn music, visuals and artist narratives into offline fan experiences. Big Bang’s recent exhibition “Cosmos” is one example. Inside an underground room in Jung-gu, central Seoul, visitors put on a virtual reality headset to begin their experience. Big Bang members G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung begin performing a few steps away and move closer as they sing and rap, creat

2026-09-30 14:59:30:00

BTS sweeps MTV awards with Lisa taking best pop

K-pop artists walked away with several major trophies at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in the US on Sunday, led by BTS’ three-award sweep and Blackpink member Lisa’s win in the best pop category. BTS won all three categories in which it was nominated — song of the year, best K-pop and best group — despite not attending the ceremony at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The septet’s biggest win came in song of the year for “Swim,” the lead track from its fifth LP “Arirang.” The victory made BT

2026-09-28 15:22:20:00

BTS sweeps all 3 nominated categories at 2026 MTV VMAs

BTS swept all three categories in which it was nominated at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, taking home song of the year, best K-pop and best group despite not attending the ceremony in Los Angeles. The septet’s biggest win of the night came in song of the year for “Swim,” the lead track from its fifth LP, “Arirang.” The category, one of the VMAs’ major honors, also included nominees such as Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Bring Your Love,” PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson’s “Statesid

2026-09-28 12:47:11:00

Lisa wins best pop award at MTV Video Music Awards

Blackpink’s Lisa became the first K-pop artist to win at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, taking away the best pop award for her solo track, “Dream,” a track from her solo LP, “Alter Ego.” The singer appeared visibly emotional after presenter Teyana Taylor announced her name at the ceremony held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. “Sawatdee kha, everyone, thank you MTV for this amazing award,” said Lisa, greeting the audience in Thai, followed by thanking her collaborators on the tr

2026-09-28 09:59:09:00

Fly to the Sky teases comeback after 8 years

R&B duo Fly to the Sky is preparing to return as a group for the first time in about eight years. Member Brian confirmed the news through his Instagram account on Sunday, sharing photos of himself with fellow member Hwanhee along with images of himself at a recording studio. “I know y’all heard the news, we’re coming back!” wrote Brian. “If you wait just a little longer, we may be back very soon.” The announcement followed Hwanhee’s appearance on KBS2 variety show “Mr. House Husband” on Saturday

2026-09-27 16:34:26:00

K-pop moments to watch for at 2026 MTV VMAs

K-pop will have several storylines to watch at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, from Lisa debuting a new song onstage to BTS competing for one of the ceremony’s major honors and rookie act Cortis seeking to extend their early momentum. Blackpink’s Lisa heads into this year’s ceremony with four nominations, the most among K-pop artists. She is nominated in the best pop and best K-pop categories for “Dream,” a track from her first solo LP “Alter Ego.” Lisa is also expected to give the fi

2026-09-27 13:54:20:00

NCT 127 proves its strength as five while awaiting full-group return

NCT 127 spent much of its 10th anniversary concert demonstrating just how strong the group’s identity is. At “The Redline,” held Friday through Sunday at KSPO Dome in southern Seoul, the group did not attempt to disguise the absence of Doyoung and Jungwoo, who are serving their mandatory military service. Instead, it reshaped familiar songs, redistributed parts and leaned on a decade of chemistry to prove that the group’s performance remains no less engaging despite its current five-member confi

2026-09-22 11:23:16:00

Fin.K.L to reunite for full-group activities after 21 years

First-generation girl group Fin.K.L is preparing to return as a full group for the first time in 21 years, agency Gemstone E&M said Monday. The company said it is working with members Lee Hyori, Ock Joohyun, Lee Jin and Sung Yuri on new activities under the Fin.K.L name. For the comeback, Gemstone E&M will oversee the planning and management of the group’s activities in cooperation with the members and their respective representatives. The comeback would mark the group’s first full-group activit

2026-09-21 11:23:26:00

Unchild comeback still in limbo weeks after sudden postponement

Rookie girl group Unchild has yet to announce a new comeback date weeks after abruptly postponing the release of its second single, raising concern among fans over the group’s next steps. Unchild had been scheduled to release “Ting Ting” on Sept. 2 and had already begun a full promotional rollout. The plans changed suddenly on Aug. 24, when agency High Up Entertainment announced through the group’s official channels that the single’s release would be postponed due to “internal circumstances at t

2026-09-20 16:20:47:00

BTS returns to iHeartRadio Music Festival after 6 years; Le Sserafim follows on day 2

BTS and Le Sserafim took the stage on consecutive nights at the iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas, with BTS returning to the event after six years and Le Sserafim becoming the first K-pop girl group to perform there. BTS closed the festival’s first night Friday at T-Mobile Arena, leaning heavily on large visuals and special effects for a cinematic feel. The group framed the performance around what it called “BTS 2.0,” a concept tied to its latest album and the group’s current phase. BTS op

2026-09-20 14:07:23:00