BTS’ RM injures ankle ahead of comeback show

RM of BTS injured his ankle Thursday, just two days before the group’s comeback show, Big Hit Music said Friday. According to the agency, the injury occurred during a rehearsal Thursday. RM was taken to a hospital for a detailed examination and was diagnosed with a sprain of the accessory navicular, a partial ligament tear and a talus contusion. Medical staff advised him to wear a cast and minimize movement for at least two weeks to focus on recovery. Despite the injury, RM expressed a strong de

2026-03-20 14:59:50:00

Hyoyeon announces new party single, brand showcase

Hyoyeon of Girls' Generation is set to return with the new single “Moveurbody” on Monday at 6 p.m., SM Entertainment announced Thursday. The track fuses Brazilian phonk and hard techno into a high-energy hybrid sound, powered by Hyoyeon’s dynamic vocals and a pulsating rave atmosphere. She participated in the song’s writing, composition and arrangement, delivering lyrics with a commanding message that urges listeners to dance. Since debuting as a DJ with “Sober” in 2018, Hyoyeon has established

2026-03-19 10:25:46:00

Enhypen logs 8th consecutive week on Billboard

Enhypen is showing strong staying power on Billboard charts in the US, continuing upward momentum weeks after the last release. According to the latest chart dated March 21, the group’s seventh EP, “The Sin : Vanish,” jumped 74 spots to No. 61 on the Billboard 200. Since debuting at No. 2 on the Jan. 17 chart, the album has remained on the ranking for eight consecutive weeks. The release also performed well across other album charts. It reclaimed the top spot on Billboard's world albums chart, a

2026-03-18 10:56:48:00

BTS’ Suga co-authors music-based autism therapy manual

Suga of BTS has co-authored “MIND Program,” a newly published manual introducing a music-based approach to social skills development, released on Tuesday. According to Severance Hospital in Seoul, the MIND program (Music, Interaction, Network and Diversity) is designed to support children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder through structured musical engagement. Unlike traditional social training models that depend on language comprehension and cognitive ability, the program encourages

2026-03-17 14:20:25:00

13 years on: The milestones that shaped BTS

June 2013 — BTS debuts under Big Hit Entertainment with the single album “2 Cool 4 Skool.” May 2015 — The group gains international momentum with “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1,” beginning the influential “HYYH” series. Nov. 2017 — BTS becomes the first K-pop group to perform at the American Music Awards, performing “DNA.” May 2018 — BTS releases its third LP “Love Yourself: Tear,” becoming the first K-pop act to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Feb. 2019 — BTS presents at the Gra

2026-03-17 13:54:50:00

Hearts2Hearts to drop first Japanese song

Hearts2Hearts will release a Japanese-language version of its hit single “RUDE!” at midnight, SM Entertainment said Tuesday. The new version reinterprets the original song’s lyrics — which portray mischievous girls pushing back against rigid rules — in Japanese, offering a fresh charm for listeners. The track is also drawing attention as the group’s first official Japanese-language release. “RUDE!” previously performed strongly on major music platforms, peaking at No. 2 on Melon’s Top 100 and No

2026-03-17 13:06:00:00

NCT Wish to return in April: report

NCT Wish is set to release its first full-length album on April 20, according to a local media report Tuesday. The group’s last album was its third EP, “Color,” from last year. The album surpassed 1.39 million copies in first-week sales, setting a personal best for the act. Its previous EP “Poppop” also hit 1.08 million copies in initial sales, becoming the group’s first million-seller. Meanwhile, the group is preparing to hold its first tour encore concerts for three days starting April 17 at t

2026-03-17 10:51:13:00

Seoul to host citywide festival for BTS' ‘Arirang’ comeback

Seoul will be marking BTS’ comeback and new album “Arirang” with a monthlong citywide celebration, featuring large-scale public events and fan programs across major landmarks in the capital. Detailed plans for “BTS The City Arirang Seoul” were unveiled Monday through the group’s global fan platform Weverse. The festival will run from March 20, the day the new album drops, through April 19. Several landmark events are scheduled for the album’s release day. Media facade displays will illuminate hi

2026-03-16 13:32:02:00

Red Velvet’s Irene teases first solo LP

Irene of Red Velvet will return with her first full-length solo album, marking her first solo release in about 16 months since her debut EP “Like A Flower.” “Biggest Fan” is set for release on March 30 at 6 p.m., kicking off a new round of solo promotions. The upcoming album will feature 10 tracks spanning a variety of styles, including the title track. According to SM Entertainment, “Biggest Fan” is a pop dance track built on a lively bass groove, combining narration-style rap with an addictive

2026-03-16 11:41:54:00

Seoul becomes citywide stage for BTS comeback

As K-pop supergroup BTS prepares for its long-awaited comeback, Seoul is turning purple as hotels, landmarks and shops gear up for the group’s return. Across the capital, businesses are rolling out themed experiences tied to “BTS The City Arirang Seoul,” a citywide initiative developed with the group's entertainment company Hybe that invites fans to experience the comeback beyond the concert venue. Public institutions and city landmarks are also joining the celebration, turning large parts of Se

2026-03-15 14:09:04:00