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  BTS's J-Hope to enlist in the army as an active-duty soldier On April 1, Big Hit Music announced, "J-Hope will enlist as an active-duty soldier in the army to fulfill his military service duty. There will be no separate official event on the day of his entrance to the new recruit training center." The agency continued, "The entrance ceremony for the new recruit training center is an event where many soldiers and their families gather. To prevent any safety accidents due to on-site congestion, we ask fans to refrain from visiting the location. Please send your warm support and encouragement to J-Hope in spirit only." The statement also warned, "Please be cautious not to fall victim to any unauthorized tours or package products using the artist's IP. We will take appropriate measures against any commercial activities that exploit the artist's IP without permission." Finally, the agency added, "We ask for your support and unwavering love un...

BTS member Jimin's live appearance on 'Inkigayo' has been cancelled. On April 1, Star News exclusively reported that Jimin's live appearance on SBS 'Inkigayo' scheduled for April 2 has been cancelled. Instead, a pre-recorded performance of his solo title track 'Like Crazy' will be aired on that day. Jimin released his first solo album 'FACE' on March 24 and has been promoting the title track 'Like Crazy' on music shows. Jimin had announced his schedule to appear on various shows, starting with Mnet's 'M! Countdown' on March 30, KBS 2TV's 'Music Bank' on March 31, and 'Inkigayo' on April 2, showcasing his new song 'Like Crazy'. Previously, he appeared on live broadcasts of 'M! Countdown' and 'Music Bank', where he won first place and shared his joy with his fans (ARMY) by expressing his gratitude. There is a high expectation for Jimin's candidacy and winning on the April 2nd '...

  BTS's Jungkook captivated the hearts of women worldwide with his unrivaled sexy vibe. Recently, the American fashion brand Calvin Klein revealed the campaign video titled 'What makes an icon? Introducing Jung Kook | Calvin Klein Spring 2023' for their Spring 2023 collection through their official YouTube and SNS accounts. In the video, Jungkook showed off the look of a '90s high-teen star with his long permed hair and denim outfit. He radiated irresistible charm, switching between refreshing boyish beauty and fatal masculinity, making women's hearts flutter. Jungkook boasted his sensual physique, including luxury eight-pack abs, in a shirtless underwear look, showcasing the ultimate sexy king's persona. The campaign video has surpassed 15 million views on Calvin Klein's official Instagram within just two days since its release on the 30th, recording the second-highest view count of all time. Jungkook's teaser video for the photoshoot holds the highest ...

BTS's Jimin showed a humble side. On the 31st, BTS's Jimin appeared as a guest on SBS POWER FM's "Choi Hwa-jung's Power Time" (hereinafter referred to as "Choi Power Time"). Although he doesn't exercise now, he used to run on an empty stomach mainly along the Han River. Jimin said, "I think I can't exercise during my active period. I get lazy when dieting and lie down on the sofa." When Choi Hwa-jung asked, "Morning run or evening run?" Jimin cleverly answered, "It's dawn." In response to a listener's question about choosing between dance and singing for a lifetime, Jimin said, "I would like to choose singing, even though I'm lacking. I want to try my best and improve." Regarding his improved English skills shown on a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimin humbly said, "Actually, I memorized it a lot." He added, "Even if I work hard, it doesn't ...

On the 30th, Taeyeon uploaded a video titled "The Most Perfect Way to Celebrate TY Day" on her YouTube channel 'TAEYEON Official.' On this day, Taeyeon visited a cafe that had held an event for her birthday on the 9th. Taeyeon proudly showed off a cup holder with her picture on it, saying, "I came late to feel your love even though the event has ended," and was touched by her fans' love. Next, Taeyeon visited a subway station where her birthday advertisement was displayed. She took a must-have proof shot and expressed her gratitude to her fans, saying, "Thank you, everyone." In search of another birthday advertisement, Taeyeon visited a subway station and laughed, saying, "It's been so long since I've taken the subway." After finding the birthday advertisement, she said, "March 9th has passed, but I am sincerely grateful for celebrating my birthday. Fortunately, there was an advertisement near SM, so I came to see it in n...

BLACKPINK's Jisoo is set to release her first solo album today (31st) at 1 PM. As the finale of the team's solo projects, it has garnered explosive interest from music fans worldwide. The album title [ME] reflects Jisoo's bold ambitions and confidence. It holds a double meaning, representing her unique colors as a reborn solo artist (ME) and her inherent beauty. With both music and visual elements maximizing Jisoo's charm, expectations are higher than ever. Jisoo's solo artist identity comes to life with the title track '꽃(FLOWER).' The song features a unique bass sound with minimal arrangements. Her lyrical lyrics and melody lines harmonize perfectly with her distinctive vocals. The track's dreamy atmosphere is expected to create an addictive quality. The B-side 'All Eyes On Me' showcases Jisoo's vocal prowess. With a lively drum sound, real guitars, and bass, the song features a standout lead line. Producers TEDDY, VINCE, KUSH, VVN, 24, and...

Girl group Red Velvet is set to capture the hearts of global fans. Red Velvet's fourth solo concert, 'Red Velvet 4th Concert: R to V,' will be held on April 1st and 2nd at the KSPO DOME in Seoul Olympic Park. The final day's performance on April 2nd will be streamed live online through the global platform Beyond LIVE, attracting much attention. In line with the 'R to V' title, Red Velvet plans to present a colorful stage featuring both the bright and cheerful 'Red' concept and the sophisticated mood of the 'Velvet' concept. As they meet fans up close and breathe together after a long time, the concert is expected to receive enthusiastic responses, with the setlist consisting of not only new performances but also songs fans have been eager to see. Red Velvet also shared their thoughts ahead of the concert, saying, "We're so excited to be standing in front of our fans (fandom nickname: ReVeluv) with a solo concert after such a long time. P...

BTS's Jimin has risen to the top as the iTunes King, sweeping the world. Jimin's 'Like Crazy' has reached the number one spot on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 115 countries/regions, including the world's eight major music markets: the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Canada, Australia, Italy, Germany, and France. In 2023, the songs that have reached number one in more than 100 countries are 'Like Crazy', 'Set Me Free Pt. 2' (111 countries), and 'Vibe' (101 countries), a collaboration between Jimin and Taeyang. All three are solo or collaborative works by Jimin. 'Like Crazy' conquered the number one spot in 100 countries/regions just 7 hours and 10 minutes after its release, setting the record for the most number ones in 24 hours with 112 countries. 'Set Me Free Pt. 2' is in second place with 111 countries, and the OST 'With You' (107 countries) is in third place, showcasing Jimin's dominance. Furthermore, ...

"Trust and Listen Mamamoo+" Mamamoo+ (Mamamoo Plus) has staged a successful comeback worthy of an 'A+'. Mamamoo+ (Solar, Moonbyul) premiered their comeback stage for the title track 'GGBB' from their first single album 'ACT 1, SCENE 1' on Mnet's 'M Countdown' broadcast on the 30th. On this day, Mamamoo+ appeared in camouflage-patterned outfits, presenting a dramatic charm like a play on stage. Solar and Moonbyul's perfect harmony stood out in their pair dance, and the intense dance break kept viewers' eyes glued to the screen. In particular, Mamamoo+ added a playful charm with their unique freewheeling energy. They formed a '+' with their ending pose, conveying their cheerful charm until the end. Mamamoo+'s first single album 'ACT 1, SCENE 1' contains Solar and Moonbyul's 'polar opposite' charms within a variety of themes, as the album title 'Act 1, Scene 1' suggests, receiving rave reviews fr...

Group IVE sweeps music charts, taking the number 1 spot. IVE has claimed the top spot on six major domestic and international music sites (as of 4 pm on the 30th) with "Kitsch," the pre-release track from their first full-length album 'I've IVE,' set to be released on the 10th. They have conquered the Melon Top 100, real-time, and daily charts, Genie real-time and daily charts, Flo 24-hour chart, Bugs real-time chart, Naver VIBE domestic rapid rise chart, and Spotify Top 50 (South Korea) chart. Notably, they secured the top spot on Melon, Genie, and Bugs just 5 hours after release and have been holding their position firmly ever since. The signs from overseas are also impressive. "Kitsch" has reached 9th place on the 'Billboard Hot Trending Songs (April 1st)' weekly chart. IVE has previously maintained long-term dominance on charts such as 'Billboard Global 200,' 'Billboard Global Excl. U.S.,' and 'HITS OF THE WORLD' with ...

Singer and actress Hani (Ahn Hee-yeon) has shared a sweet couple photo with psychiatrist Yang Jae-woong. Recently, Hani posted several photos on her personal channel along with the caption "Tele-tobis". The pictures show Hani and Yang Jae-woong wearing cute "Tele-tobis" props and posing affectionately as a couple. Their heartwarming visuals have caught the attention of many. Hani and Yang Jae-woong have been in a public relationship for three years since admitting their relationship last year. This is the first time they have shared a couple shot, causing much interest among fans. Hani debuted in 2012 with the digital single "HOLLA" as a member of the group EXID and achieved a reverse-hit with her song "Up&Down". She later transitioned into acting, appearing in dramas such as "Still 30" and "Ugly Alert", as well as films such as "Adults Don't Know" and "Idol". Yang Jae-woong graduated from Jeonbuk N...

NewJeans is set to surprise fans with a new song next month. Their agency ADOR announced on March 31 that the collaboration track "Zero" between NewJeans (Minji, Hani, Daniel, Haerin, Hyeeun) and Coca-Cola will be released on various music sites on April 3. The new song is a Coca-Cola commercial song that expresses the thrilling taste of Coca-Cola Zero with NewJeans' unique charm. In addition to the release of the commercial song, NewJeans will also unveil the music video, which was filmed with Coca-Cola's global music platform, Coke Studio. As NewJeans has been breaking away from the conventional K-pop mold and setting a new paradigm, fans are anticipating a different kind of enjoyment with this commercial song as well. Previously, NewJeans was appointed as a global ambassador for Coca-Cola's brand and participated in the new Coca-Cola Zero campaign as their first step. They are planning to carry out various global projects in the future. NewJeans' "Zero...

Girl groups IVE (An Yujin, Gaeul, Jang Wonyoung, Lee Chae Young, Rees, Lee Seo) and NewJeans (Minji, Hani, Daniel, Haerin, Hyerin) are facing off at the top of the music charts. The two representative 4th generation idol groups are battling for the No.1 spot, and it remains to be seen whether they will continue to fiercely compete for the top spot. In the first quarter of the year, the music market was dominated by NewJeans. The group's song 'Ditto', released on December 19th last year, continued to top the Melon daily chart for over three months, showing a phenomenal popularity. 'Ditto' is a warm Baltimore club dance genre song that expresses the emotions of NewJeans members as they celebrate their first winter with fans. The song was highly praised as a thirst-quencher for easy-listening idol music, and it went on to become the Melon daily chart's No.1 song with an unstoppable march to the top, even surpassing BTS's 'Dynamite' (75th week). Interest...

BLACKPINK's Jisoo invites fans to a special space filled with the scent of flowers to celebrate her solo debut. YG Entertainment announced on the 30th that 'JISOO'S FLOWER HOUSE' will be held from 1 PM to 9 PM on March 31st at 'Platz S' in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, to commemorate Jisoo's first solo album [ME]. The event space visually represents Jisoo's new album concept, with her portrait adorning the walls alongside the main floral object from [ME], creating an elegant mood that is expected to captivate fans who have been eagerly waiting for her solo debut. All visitors will receive custom-wrapped flowers as gifts, and various benefits, such as on-site album reservation purchases, SNS verification events, and photo zones, will also be available. Anyone can visit without advance reservation, and to ensure a pleasant and safe viewing experience, visitors must register on-site and enter sequentially. YG said, "We prepared this event with Jisoo's since...

A vehicle previously owned by Jungkook, a member of the K-pop group BTS, has been listed for sale as a used car. On the 29th, a sales post for a Mercedes-Benz G-Class AMG G63 Edition, known as 'G-bagen', was posted on the Cyber Mart board of the used car trading site Bobaedream. The vehicle was originally sold for 239.6 million won when it was released in Korea. This car gained attention last December when it was auctioned off on an online auction site, starting at 150 million won and eventually being sold for 1.2 billion won. Now, just over three and a half months later, it has been put up for sale again. Jungkook is known to have purchased the car in September 2019 and owned it for more than two years before transferring ownership. The seller explained that the vehicle is being sold in the same condition as when it was driven by Jungkook, with evidence of actual use such as custom-made Brabus exhaust. Additionally, the seller attached a photocopy of the vehicle registration c...

BTS member V has expressed his determination to continue promoting as a full group. On the 29th, fashion magazine Elle Korea uploaded a video titled "Where is V going, and... an emoji interview with not V, but Kim Taehyung (or Kim Intern)" on its official YouTube channel. In the video, V was asked about his thoughts on CEO Seo Jinnie. He replied, "It's about the work that Seo Jinnie CEO assigned me after listening to his speeches and the emotions I felt. It was tough, but once it was over, it wasn't as difficult as I thought. Suddenly, I became a character in a play and it was fun." When asked about the music genres he's been into lately, V said, "When I have a lot on my mind and I'm tired from the day, I listen to a lot of old pop music. Recently, I've been listening to Prince's 'Teacher, Teacher' and I'm a big fan of Etta James, so I listen to those songs to find peace of mind when I'm exhausted at the end of the day....

  BTS member Jimin has shown his outstanding popularity by sweeping the daily and weekly album rankings of Japan's Oricon with his first solo album, "FACE." According to the latest chart (as of April 3, based on the period of March 20-26) released by Oricon on March 29, "FACE," which was released on the 24th, entered the weekly digital album ranking with 5,264 downloads and immediately took the top spot. Jimin had already reached the top spot in the weekly album ranking and set a record for the highest sales by a solo artist this year, also becoming the first solo artist of the year to achieve this feat. "FACE" is an album that Jimin actively participated in throughout the entire production process, from the planning stage to working on the songs and music videos. He expressed his sincere emotions felt during the two-year-long COVID-19 pandemic. The album includes the title track "Like Crazy," as well as "Set Me Free Pt.2," which sh...

https://ibighit.com A KORAIL employee who accessed BTS member RM's personal information has been dismissed from the company. According to News1 on the 29th, KORAIL held a disciplinary committee on the 8th and decided to dismiss IT development manager A for violating the obligation to maintain dignity. A accessed RM's membership information and ticket information, including his home address and phone number, 18 times over three years from 2019. This was revealed by a report from another employee. A explained that he accessed the personal information out of mere curiosity. KORAIL subsequently detected and punished A for the unauthorized access of personal information. Earlier, RM expressed his displeasure with an emoji on social media after learning that his personal information had been accessed without permission.

Big Hit Music BTS's agency, Big Hit Music, announced the progress of their legal action against malicious commenters on March 29th. Through Weverse, they stated, "Based on evidence collected through reports from fans and our own monitoring, we have submitted numerous criminal complaints to the relevant authorities regarding defamation, slander, sexual harassment, spreading false information, and malicious insults." They also expressed concern about the increasing severity of personal attacks on artists through the spread of clearly false information on certain websites, and emphasized their strict response by applying legal provisions to each type of malicious post, even if they are craftily disguised to evade legal consequences. For those who continue to post malicious content despite ongoing investigations and without showing any remorse, Big Hit Music notified that they have collected and reported all of their new posts to the authorities. The agency assured that they ...

  The K-pop group FIFTY FIFTY has become the fastest K-pop group to enter the Billboard Hot 100 chart. On the 27th (local time), Billboard announced that "FIFTY FIFTY has entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart with the title track 'Cupid' from their first single album 'The Beginning: Cupid'." This is a remarkable achievement considering that even the popular girl group NewJeans struggled to enter the Hot 100 chart for six months after their debut, and FIFTY FIFTY achieved this feat faster than their senior K-pop groups Wonder Girls, BTS, BLACKPINK, and TWICE. With this achievement, FIFTY FIFTY has become the sixth K-pop group to enter the Hot 100 chart after Wonder Girls, BTS, BLACKPINK, TWICE, and NewJean As a K-pop group under a small agency, FIFTY FIFTY has shown the endless potential of K-pop by entering the Hot 100 chart for the first time, and their new record-breaking achievement is garnering attention for their future potential in making K-pop history.

Park Seo-joon will appear on IU's YouTube channel "IU Palette." According to an exclusive report by Star News on the 29th, it has been confirmed that Park Seo-joon will be filming for IU's YouTube channel "IU Palette" in April. As Park Seo-joon and IU became acquaintances through the movie "Dream," they plan to discuss various topics such as behind-the-scenes stories of the filming and other works and music. "Dream," the movie that Park Seo-joon and IU appeared in, is the latest work by director Lee Byung-hun, who directed JTBC's "Melting Me Softly," the movies "Twenty" and "Extreme Job." It tells the story of Hong Dae, a former soccer player with no direction, and So Min, a PD with no passion, who challenge an impossible dream together with homeless national team players. In particular, Park Seo-joon and IU are currently promoting "Dream" by appearing on YouTube's "Business Trip Shenan...

BTS member Jimin has set a new record on the Billboard main chart. According to the latest chart released by Billboard on April 1 (local time), Jimin's first solo album "FACE" track "Set Me Free Pt. 2," which was released on March 17, entered the Hot 100 main single chart at No. 30. With this achievement, Jimin not only enters the Hot 100 for the second time with his solo work, but also sets his personal best ranking. "Set Me Free Pt. 2" ranked high on various charts including Digital Song Sales, World Digital Song Sales (No. 1 for both), Global (excluding the US) (No. 5), and Global 200 (No. 8). In addition to "Set Me Free Pt. 2," Jimin's other solo songs such as "Promise" (No. 3), "Filter" (No. 5), and "Christmas Love" (No. 11) also topped the World Digital Song Sales chart. In addition, "Set Me Free Pt. 2" debuted at No. 30 on the UK Official Chart, which is considered one of the world's two ...

BTS's Jin has shown his powerful music prowess by charting on Hungary's chart for 16 weeks with his solo single "The Astronaut." The single reached 7th place on Hungary's Single Top 40 Chart for the 11th week of March 2023. With this achievement, Jin has set a new record as the longest-charting solo artist from Asia, breaking his own previous record. "The Astronaut" was released on October 28th last year and reached number 1 on Hungary's chart for four consecutive weeks, from the 49th week of 2022 to the 52nd week. In total, the song has reached number 1 for 5 weeks. Jin has become the first and only Asian solo artist to set records for the longest consecutive and overall number 1 on Hungary's chart. This is the second-longest number 1 record in Asia after BTS's "Butter." Jin has now achieved the top spot on Hungary's chart both as a solo artist and as a member of BTS, making him the only Asian artist to have achieved the longes...

Mamamoo+ (Mamamoo Plus) is opening a new "Act 1, Scene 1" through their latest album release. Mamamoo+ is releasing their first single album "ACT 1, SCENE 1" on various music sites at 6 PM today (29th). As the album title "Act 1, Scene 1" suggests, Mamamoo+ will showcase an expanded musical spectrum, incorporating their unique charm of extreme opposites into various themes. The title track "GGBB" expresses a state of being completely captivated by someone, to the point where it's sweet, spicy, and even bitter, leaving one unable to focus. Mamamoo+'s energetic appeal is maximized by the ever-changing sound based on groovy bass and vintage drums, creating a lively atmosphere. The music video, released alongside the audio, features a dramatic composition that resembles watching a play, utilizing the one-take shooting technique. Mamamoo+ transforms into glamorous artists and performs freely with dancers on and off stage. The combination of So...

 "Aga Dongsa" is a newly emerging religion that appears in the Netflix documentary "I am a god" in collaboration with the Christian Evangelical Mission Church (JMS). However, when Shin Nara Record, the agency of the group IVE, was singled out as a "money-making  scheme" and identified as the leader of "Aga Dongsa," it began to face rejection from the music industry. Starship Entertainment, the agency of the group IVE, excluded Shin Nara Record from the list of sales outlets while promoting the reservation sales of IVE's first full-length album through fan cafes. The reservation sales list includes Starship Square, Hot Tracks, Aladdin, YES24, and others, but Shin Nara Record is not included. Starship's decision appears to be due to the negative public opinion surrounding Shin Nara Record. However, the agency has not completely stopped selling albums through Shin Nara Record. The IVE's first full-length album can still be purchased on t...

  BTS member Jimin shed tears after being moved by the sincerity of his fans. On the 26th, a video featuring Jimin as a guest was uploaded on the YouTube channel "Pixid." On this day, Jimin participated in a group chat room for K-pop fans living in rural areas, pretending to be a rural fan himself. While posing as a rural fan, he carefully read the honest responses of fans to various questions, such as the most challenging aspects of being a rural fan and plans for the upcoming concert next week. As fans continued to express their realistic concerns about reserving tickets for the Seoul concert and arranging accommodations and transportation, Jimin was surprised and left speechless in the chat room, saying in an interview with the production team, "I was at a loss for words. I don't think I've ever been this caught off guard before." When fans were asked in the chat room, "What do you think being a fan means?" they shared their thoughts, saying, ...

BTS member Jungkook has caused a hot topic by appearing in Calvin Klein's official video. On the evening of the 27th, the global brand Calvin Klein posted a teaser photo on its official social media account with the caption "same time tomorrow?" along with an expected video. In the video, a man who has taken off his shirt is seen wearing a denim jacket and standing with his hands in his pockets. Despite being a black and white photo, his toned muscles that are visible through the jacket caught attention. In particular, the tattoo on the back of his hand reminded people of BTS's Jungkook, although his face was partially hidden. Within 30 minutes of its release, the post recorded 2.09 million views, and within two hours, 6.26 million, gaining a lot of popularity. Netizens left comments such as "Calvin Klein is doing well, my heart is pounding," "Jungkook's Calvin Klein photo shoot is already causing a sensation," "I wish to see Jungkook'...

  ▲ 'Today Chicken', a traditional chicken expert with 38 years of history Today Chicken is known for its excellent juiciness, which means that the texture is superb. It is said that even after being fried or left for a while after frying, the juiciness remains and the texture does not deteriorate. Kim Jae-mok, the representative of Today Chicken, said, "It's the taste of the old days when we used to fry in a cauldron at the traditional market." And Lee Young-soo, the representative, said, "I like it because the juiciness is alive, and the meat is not tough." Today Chicken is aged for a day with domestic refrigerated chicken soaked in a special saltwater made of domestic vegetables and Cheonil salt. This is to season the chicken well without the use of artificial seasonings. When frying the chicken, instead of coating it with batter, they use powder and fry it twice to make it crispy. In this process, the natural juiciness of the chicken remains inside t...

BTS has achieved a double win at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in the United States, succeeding in winning the award for the sixth consecutive year. At the awards ceremony held in Los Angeles on the 27th (local time), BTS won the "Best Music Video" and "Best Fan Army" awards for their title track "Butter" from the anthology album "Proof," which was released in June of last year. With this achievement, BTS has set a record of winning the "Best Fan Army" category for six consecutive years since 2018. The iHeartRadio Music Awards, organized by the American online radio broadcaster iHeartRadio, were first held in 2014. Since winning the "Best Boy Band" and "Best Fan Army" awards at the event in 2018, BTS has been receiving awards every year.

Blackpink's Jisoo has signaled the first "million-seller" achievement for a K-pop female solo artist. According to YG Entertainment on the 28th, Jisoo's solo album 'My' surpassed 1.24 million pre-orders just three weeks after starting pre-sales on March 6th. This is the highest number ever achieved by a K-pop female solo artist for a single album. 'My' had already set a new record in this category by exceeding 510,000 copies in just two days after starting pre-sales, and more than 950,000 copies in two weeks as of March 20th. Prior to Jisoo, solo artists Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa all set new records in album sales, YouTube views, global charts, and more, establishing significant milestones for K-pop. Attention is now focused on Jisoo's new history with her million-seller achievement. Meanwhile, Jisoo will release her first solo album 'My' on March 31st at 1 pm KST. The album features the title track 'Kkot' and the song 'All Eyes On...

French luxury brand Chanel has selected Blackpink's Jennie as the model for its Chanel 22 bag. Jennie has been an ambassador for Chanel since 2017 and is known as the "Human Chanel". On the 22nd, Chanel announced, "Jennie is an iconic K-pop artist with worldwide popularity, and for this campaign, she led Inez and Vinoodh through the streets of Seoul to bring to life the mini version of the latest Chanel bag." Inez and Vinoodh are a famous Dutch photography duo who were in charge of the campaign photoshoot. As Lily-Rose Depp, Margaret Qualley, and Whitney Peak brought the tote and backpack versions of the Chanel 22 bag to life, Inez and Vinoodh created a unique story based on Jennie's personality and preferences for the fourth episode. Following Los Angeles, Palm Springs, and New York, the background of this campaign is Seoul, the capital of Korea. Jennie said, "Inez and Vinoodh call me 'My Girl'. They make me feel comfortable by seeing me not as...

  BTS member Jimin, who recently released his solo album, will appear on SBS Power FM's "Choi Hwa-jung's Power Time." On the 27th, the "Choi Hwa-jung's Power Time" team announced that they will hold an open studio with Jimin on the live broadcast on March 31. The broadcast will be aired live, and real-time streaming on YouTube and watching radio will also be provided. In addition, they will recruit 50 audience members to spend special time with Jimin. Jimin's appearance on "Choi Hwa-jung's Power Time" will be titled "Like Jimin, Like Crazy." They will discuss Jimin's first solo album "Face" and behind-the-scenes stories. They also prepared a special segment to spend time with the 50 audience members. The broadcast will be filled with Jimin's stories about his new album "Face" and direct communication with fans. Especially, the open studio broadcast of "Choi Hwa-jung's Power Time" is a ...

 The tracklist for Blackpink's Jisoo's debut solo album has been revealed, causing excitement to reach its peak. YG Entertainment announced on the 28th that Jisoo's first solo album, "ME," will contain two new songs, the title track "Flower" and the track "All Eyes On Me," to showcase her diverse musical world. The producers who collaborated with Jisoo to create her unique musical world are impressive, including YG's Double Black Label CEO producer Teddy, as well as Vince, Kush, VVN, 24, and R.TEE, who have all contributed as lyricists, composers, and arrangers. As Jisoo takes her first step as a "solo artist," expectations are high for the synergy she will create with these producers, who have produced multiple mega hits since Blackpink's debut. YG Entertainment stated, "Jisoo has been working with producers for a long time, carefully selecting tracks that showcase her own musical colors," and added, "As the na...

SM Entertainment, the management agency of EXO member Sehun, has strongly denied the rumors of his alleged premarital pregnancy. On the 27th, SM Entertainment stated, "The rumors related to Sehun that are circulating online are completely groundless and false. The spread of malicious and baseless information is a clear act of criminal behavior. We are currently monitoring the situation and will take strong legal action against the original posters and those who spread the rumors." The rumors began spreading online through community posts claiming to show pictures posted by Sehun's non-celebrity girlfriend indicating a possible pregnancy. Some netizens also claimed to have witnessed Sehun at a maternity clinic, which further fueled the rumors. However, the original posts have since been deleted. Sehun is a member of the popular K-pop group EXO, which debuted in 2012. He has contributed to several hit songs including "Mama," "Wolf," "Growl," ...

Actor Yoo Ah-in (real name: Uhm Hong-sik), who is under suspicion of drug use, spoke out for the first time after completing a police investigation. Yoo Ah-in appeared at the Mapo Police Station (Narcotics Crime Investigation Division) in Seoul as a suspect at around 9:20 am on the 27th. After being questioned by the police for about 12 hours, Yoo Ah-in spoke directly to the reporters waiting at the station. "I told the truth about what I could reveal during the police investigation. I deeply reflect on the fact that I have disappointed many people who have loved and supported me. I'm sorry," he apologized. Regarding the details and questions during the police investigation, he said, "I received many questions about the circumstances of the case that were already known through the media. I expressed my position truthfully to the extent that I could reveal. The investigation is still ongoing, so it's cautious to mention the details." Yoo Ah-in admitted, ...

Cherry blossoms in Korea typically bloom from late March to early April. Since the Korean peninsula stretches from north to south, the blooming time varies slightly by region. It usually starts in Seogwipo, Jeju Island and progresses to Busan, Changwon, Seoul, Incheon, Chuncheon, and other regions. It takes about a week from blooming to full bloom, which is known as the "peak cherry blossom season". Furthermore, there is good news that cherry blossom festivals, which were halted during the COVID-19 pandemic, are returning this year. The Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, which is resuming after a four-year hiatus due to COVID-19, is a representative example. Large festivals such as the Samnak Cherry Blossom Festival in Busan and Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival in Seoul will also be held as planned. The anticipation for the blossoming flowers signals that spring has already arrived. Seoul Blooming time: March 28th Cherry blossom spots: Yeouido Yunjung-ro, Seokchon Lake, Namsan Park, S...

Welcome, fellow adventurers and libation enthusiasts! Today, we're exploring the fascinating world of Korean soju, the versatile and ubiquitous spirit that has captured the hearts of both locals and foreigners alike. Soju is an integral part of Korean culture, playing a starring role in social gatherings, celebrations, and even the occasional moment of solace. Join us as we dive into the history, production, and diverse ways of enjoying this delightful beverage. A Brief History of Soju: Soju, with a history dating back to the Goryeo Dynasty (918–1392), has been a fixture in Korean culture for centuries. Originally introduced by the Mongols, soju quickly gained popularity, with local distilleries popping up all over the peninsula. Over the years, the production of soju has evolved, but its role as a symbol of camaraderie and celebration has remained steadfast. The Art of Soju Production: Soju is primarily made from rice, but other grains like wheat, barley, or tapioca can also be us...