Aoora wins 'Iconic Spiritual Song of the Year' at Indian music awards

Aoora has won the Iconic Spiritual Song of the Year award at the Mid-Day Showbiz Icons Awards, held in Mumbai, India, Saturday, marking a milestone in India's mainstream music industry. The honor was awarded for the K-pop singer's February single "Shiva Shivam." Reinterpreting Hindu mythology through a contemporary lens, the music video has surpassed 14.35 million views on YouTube as of Wednesday. The song combines modern K-pop production with spiritual themes rooted in Indian culture, earning w

2026-07-01 13:41:38:00

Yoo Ah-in, Ryu Jun-yeol in talks with Galaxy Corp.: report

Actors Yoo Ah-in and Ryu Jun-yeol are reportedly in discussions with Galaxy Corp., the entertainment company best known as the agency of G-Dragon, over potential exclusive contracts. According to local media reports Tuesday, both actors recently met with Galaxy Corp. to discuss possible representation. Coincidentally, the two actors previously belonged to the same management agency, United Artist Agency. Neither side directly denied the claims. Responding to speculation over Ryu's possible depar

2026-06-30 17:13:30:00

Are Hybe’s artist controversies really a company problem?

Hybe has found itself at the center of a string of artist-related controversies in recent months, prompting renewed questions over whether the company's multilabel structure is beginning to show cracks or whether the world's largest K-pop agency is simply experiencing industry-wide issues on a more visible scale. Katseye member Manon has remained on hiatus since announcing an indefinite break in February, fueling speculation over her future with the group. Former Enhypen member Heeseung's sudden

2026-06-29 17:22:38:00

K-pop stars, actors join fan backlash after South Korea's shock loss to South Africa

When South Korea suffered a 1-0 defeat to South Africa in its final Group A match — a game in which a draw would have been enough to secure automatic qualification for the Round of 32 — criticism poured in not only from soccer fans but also from K-pop stars and actors known for their passion for the sport. For celebrities, particularly K-pop idols whose words and actions are closely scrutinized, publicly expressing opinions on current events is relatively rare. When they do, it is often because

2026-06-26 17:18:40:00

Ateez continues 'Golden Hour' series with 14th EP

Ateez has released its 14th EP, "Golden Hour: Part. 5," continuing the group's ongoing "Golden Hour" series centered on its brightest moments. The new album, released Friday, captures the group's signature high-energy sound while exploring moments driven by instinct and emotion, agency KQ Entertainment said the same day. Members Hongjoong and Mingi participated in writing the lyrics for all tracks. The lead single, "Bad," is a Brazilian funk-inspired dance track featuring an addictive chorus and

2026-06-26 11:39:32:00

G.Na returns to music 10 years after sex-for-money scandal

Korean Canadian singer and actress G.Na is set to return to music with her first official release since 2016, nearly a decade after a prostitution scandal brought her career to a halt. The singer revealed Tuesday through a social media post that the song she will remake for her comeback, her 2010 debut hit "I'll Back Off So You Can Live Better," was selected by fans. "It's been a long time since I've revisited this chapter of my life, but somehow this feels like the right song to start with," sh

2026-06-25 17:39:26:00

Kim Gun-mo returns with first new single in 10 years

Legendary singer-songwriter Kim Gun-mo will release a new digital single, "How Far Are You?," on July 1, his first new song in a decade, his agency Guneum Company announced Thursday. The release is Kim's first since his 2016 EP "50," which commemorated the 25th anniversary of his debut. "How Far Are You?" is a remake of the title track from Korean folk singer Jeon Young's 1977 debut album. For the first time in his career, Kim performs while playing the guitar himself, setting aside the piano pe

2026-06-25 14:10:01:00

Twice's Jeongyeon in talks with Byeon Woo-seok's agency

Twice member Jeongyeon is reportedly in talks with Varo Entertainment, the management agency behind breakout actor Byeon Woo-seok and actress Gong Seung-yeon, her older sister, as the K-pop singer prepares for her big-screen debut. According to local media reports Wednesday, Jeongyeon recently held a private meeting with Varo Entertainment to discuss potential acting activities. A company official confirmed the meeting but said no decision has been made regarding an exclusive contract. "It is tr

2026-06-24 17:12:26:00

Can't Be Blue rejects indie label

Asked to name the hottest rookie band in South Korea's indie scene today, many music fans point to Can't Be Blue. But the five-member group does not necessarily see itself as an indie band. "We don't really think of ourselves as indie," lead singer Lee Do-hun told The Korea Herald in an interview Monday. "Whether it's our sound or the way we work, we've always had the mindset of a pop band." That philosophy has helped fuel the band's rapid rise. Just over two years after debuting in June 2024, C

2026-06-24 15:34:32:00

Hearts2Hearts returns with summer-themed 'Lemon Tang'

Hearts2Hearts returned Monday with its second EP "Lemon Tang," marking the group's first album in eight months and its first-ever summer-themed release. The six-track EP includes the title track and "Rude!," released in February. "Lemon Tang" is a dance-pop song built around bright summer energy and lively sounds. Its title combines "lemon" with "tang," referring to a sharp, fizzy flavor. The song compares the members' chemistry to lemons, conveying the message that they shine even brighter when

2026-06-23 15:36:36:00