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 Girl group Red Velvet's Joy will temporarily suspend her activities and will not participate in the recording of SBS 'TV Animal Farm' on the 26th. According to Donga.com's investigation, Joy will not participate in the recording of 'TV Animal Farm' starting today. She has expressed her intention to the production team to consider stepping down. As a result, the 'TV Animal Farm' production team is discussing whether it will be a temporary or permanent departure. Joy's complete departure is also a possibility depending on her health status, as it cannot be guaranteed when she will return. In the meantime, Joy's absence from 'TV Animal Farm' will be filled by a temporary arrangement. SM Entertainment, Joy's agency, previously announced her hiatus through an official statement. SM Entertainment said, "Joy recently visited the hospital due to poor condition, and after consultation and examination, she received the medical opinion tha...

The latest news about Haerin from the group NewJins has been revealed. On the 26th, several photos were posted on NewJins' official SNS. The released photos feature Haerin. Haerin, who is wearing heavy makeup, captivates the viewers with her mysterious cat-like charm that matches her nickname, "Baby Cat." Meanwhile, Haerin made her debut as a member of the group NewJins in July last year with the release of their first mini-album, "New Jeans." Since then, NewJins has received much love from the public, winning rookie awards and continuing their popularity streak.

  Singer Taeyang is making a comeback. On the 25th at 6 pm, Taeyang will release a new EP album 'Down to Earth' through major music sites. This is about three months after the digital single 'VIBE (Feat. Jimin of BTS)' released in January, and it is expected to be a big gift for fans who have been waiting for an EP album for a long time. In the new EP album 'Down to Earth', Taeyang participated in writing lyrics for all songs, adding depth to his identity. In addition, global producers from the agency The Black Label participated in the album, further solidifying its musical completeness. The album includes a total of 6 songs, such as the title song 'In My Heart (Seed)', pre-released song 'VIBE (Feat. Jimin of BTS)', 'Shoong! (feat. LISA of BLACKPINK)', 'I am', 'Inspiration (feat. Beenzino)', and 'Nightfall (feat. Bryan Chase)'. In particular, BTS' Jimin, BLACKPINK's Lisa, Beenzino, and Bryan Chase particip...

In the wake of Moonbin's passing, ASTRO members Cha Eunwoo and Sanha paid tribute to him by leaving handwritten letters at a memorial space set up at Fantagio's office. According to online community posts on the 25th, Cha Eunwoo and Sanha visited the memorial space for Moonbin at Fantagio's office and left handwritten letters. Cha Eunwoo wrote, "Bin, I miss you on this night. You naughty guy. Sanha and I came here for a walk because we couldn't sleep. Are you resting well? I wonder why I miss and regret even the smallest things we did together… Be much happier in the moon world. I'll take responsibility for what you left behind, so don't worry too much. You worked hard. I love you and I'm sorry, my friend." Previously, Cha Eunwoo returned to Korea urgently after learning about Moonbin's passing while staying in the United States for a schedule. In the midst of his sorrow, he decided to continue with his planned event in Thailand, receiving supp...

SEVENTEEN signals a record-breaking 'career high' with their 10th mini-album 'FML' featuring double title tracks for the first time. According to Pledis Entertainment, SEVENTEEN's 10th mini-album 'FML', set to be released on the 24th, has surpassed 4.64 million pre-orders, setting a new record. 'FML' had already broken the group's own record by exceeding 2.18 million pre-orders within just three days of pre-sale. This number surpasses the first-week sales of their 4th full album 'Face the Sun' released last year, which was 2,067,769 copies. The pre-order volume is an indicator of the size of a group's fandom, as it represents the number of albums ordered by the distributor in anticipation of consumer demand. This is the highest pre-order volume in K-pop history, surpassing the previous record of 4.02 million copies set by BTS' 4th full-length album 'MAP OF THE SOUL: 7' in 2020. Expectations are high for the new records SEV...

Singer and actress IU revealed that she sends out an SOS to her boyfriend, actor Lee Jong-suk, when her acting doesn't go as planned. In an interview ahead of the release of the movie 'Dream' (directed by Lee Byung-hun), IU was asked if she shares her acting concerns with her boyfriend. She responded, "Since we both have the same job, we naturally discuss our acting. When I have a scene that I really don't know how to approach, I send an SOS to my boyfriend." IU and Lee Jong-suk, who are seniors and juniors in the entertainment industry, attracted a lot of attention when they went public with their relationship on January 1, 2023. This interview was the first time IU met with reporters since the start of their public relationship. Although questions about her partner could have been burdensome, IU naturally referred to Lee Jong-suk as her 'boyfriend.' IU revealed that she invited Lee Jong-suk to the VIP screening on the 24th. Regarding this, she said, ...

 BTS Jimin's childhood photo collection 

The final debut lineup has been determined on 'Boys Planet.' On the 20th, Mnet's 'Boys Planet (BOYS PLANET)' broadcast confirmed Zhang Hao, Sung Hanbin, Seok Matthew, Ricky, Park Gunwook, Kim Taerae, Kim Gyubin, Kim Jiwoong, and Han Yujin as debut members. About 9.4 million votes were collected from 184 countries and regions worldwide, giving birth to the 5th generation rookie K-POP boy group. The final episode of 'Boys Planet' recorded its highest ratings, with an average of 1.7% and a peak of 2.0%. In addition to steady support from women aged 20-40, the show proved its nationwide popularity by ranking first among male teenagers on all channels (AGB Nielsen, metropolitan area paid households). The 5th generation K-POP boy group 'ZEROBASEONE' was born in front of global star creators. In the final vote determining the debut lineup, a total of 9,398,916 votes were collected from 184 countries and regions. Despite the change to the 'one-pick' ...

TWICE's Tzuyu demonstrates the perfect example of "natural beauty." On the 18th, Tzuyu shared a childhood photo on her social media account with the caption, "When we were kids.." In the revealed photo, Tzuyu boasts unchanged beauty that is identical to her current appearance. She showcases the example of a natural beauty who has grown up perfectly. Meanwhile, TWICE has been holding their world tour 'READY TO BE' which started this month. They kicked off their world tour with performances at the KSPO Dome on April 15th and 16th and will continue with shows in Japan, Australia, the United States, Canada, and more. Additionally, they will release their single 'Hare Hare' in Japan in May

K-pop idol group ASTRO member Moonbin (25) has passed away. According to the police, on the 19th at around 8:10 pm, Moonbin was found dead in his residence in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. His manager discovered him and reported it to the police. The exact cause of death has not been disclosed, but the police are investigating it as a possible extreme choice. Moonbin's sudden passing has left his agency and fellow members in shock. ASTRO member Cha Eun-woo, who is currently in the United States, is preparing to return to Korea. Fantagio, Moonbin's agency, said in a statement, "We are deeply saddened and heartbroken to deliver this devastating news. ASTRO member Moonbin has suddenly left our side and become a star in the sky." Moonbin debuted in 2016 as a member of the male idol group ASTRO. Recently, he was also active as a unit 'Moonbin & Sanha' and was scheduled to appear in events such as the Dream Concert.

K-pop group ASTRO's member Moonbin has passed away suddenly at the age of 25. On April 19th, Moonbin was found dead at his residence in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. His manager reported the incident to the police, who are currently investigating the exact cause of his death, suspecting that he made an extreme choice. The mortuary was set up at the Seoul Asan Hospital. Fantagio, Moonbin's agency, announced, "ASTRO's member Moonbin has suddenly left us and become a star in the sky on April 19th." The company expressed their condolences to Moonbin's family, fellow ASTRO members, and everyone at Fantagio, all of whom are in great shock and sorrow. They also apologized to fans for delivering such sudden news. The agency stated that the funeral will be held privately, attended only by family members, relatives, and company colleagues. Moonbin, born in 1998, started as a child fashion model and made his acting debut in the 2009 KBS 2TV drama "Boys Over Flowers" as a ...

K-pop group FIFTY FIFTY (Sena, Aran, Kina, Sio) has shined globally as their song "Cupid" enters the Billboard Hot 100 chart for the fourth consecutive week. According to the main single chart, Hot 100 (as of April 22nd) announced by the American music magazine Billboard, FIFTY FIFTY's "Cupid" rose 25 spots from 85th place last week to 60th place. Compared to the initial entry at 100th place, the song climbed an impressive 40 spots in just three weeks. This marks the fourth week that "Cupid" has entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart. FIFTY FIFTY is the first K-pop group to enter the Hot 100 chart for four consecutive weeks since their debut. They have achieved the fastest time in K-pop history to reach the Hot 100 chart for four consecutive weeks. So far, only two K-pop girl groups have entered the Hot 100 chart for four consecutive weeks, but now FIFTY FIFTY has become the third group to achieve this. Additionally, FIFTY FIFTY recorded the second-highes...

BTS's Jimin bid farewell to J-Hope as he enlisted in the military. On April 17th, Jimin posted a photo with a purple heart emoticon on the BTS fan community Weverse. In the photo, Jimin is taking a selfie with J-Hope, with their arms around each other's shoulders. J-Hope, who had cut his hair very short just before enlisting in the military, raised his thumb, revealing his determination for military life. Jimin embraced J-Hope and showed his support. On the same day, J-Hope also shared a photo of himself saluting with the caption "I love you, ARMY! I'll be back safely!" as his last greeting to the fans before enlisting. Following Jin, J-Hope, who is the second to enlist, will enter the A-division new recruit training center in Gangwon-do on April 18th, receive five weeks of basic military training, and then be assigned to a unit. Regarding this, Big Hit Music told Star News, "It is difficult to confirm J-Hope's enlistment date and location. We do not plan...

Group BTS's J-Hope (real name Jung Ho-seok, 29) is enlisting in the army as an active-duty soldier. On the 18th, J-Hope will enter the army's A-division new recruit training center in Gangwon-do and receive five weeks of basic military training before being assigned to a unit at the end of next month. J-Hope plans to fulfill his military duty as an active-duty soldier in the army. Born in 1994, J-Hope was eligible for enlistment postponement until the end of 2024 when he turns 30, due to an amendment to the Military Service Act in 2020 which allowed the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism to recommend postponement. However, in February, his agency Big Hit Music announced that J-Hope had completed the application to cancel his enlistment postponement, stating, "We would like to inform you that J-Hope has started the process to fulfill his military duty." On the same day, J-Hope comforted his fans through a Weverse Live broadcast, saying, "As you may have hear...

 BTS's Jimin's 'FACE' is heating up the Japanese archipelago. According to the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ), Jimin's solo album 'FACE' has accumulated over 250,000 shipments as of March 2023, earning platinum certification. This is the only record for a Korean solo artist in 2023, and notably, it was the first time ever for a K-pop solo singer with a Korean album, not a Japanese album. The Japanese Recording Industry Association awards certifications such as gold (over 100,000 units), platinum (over 250,000 units), double platinum (over 500,000 units), triple platinum (over 750,000 units), and million (over 1 million units) based on cumulative shipments of singles and albums. Jimin's 'FACE' previously topped the Oricon 'Weekly Combined Album Ranking', 'Weekly Digital Album Ranking', and 'Weekly Album Ranking', winning three crowns in the weekly music rankings. This too is an exceptional record set by a so...

Actor Kang Dong-won and BLACKPINK member Rosé are embroiled in dating rumors originating from China. Regarding the dating rumors between Kang Dong-won and Rosé, their agency, YG Entertainment, cautiously stated that it is related to the "artists' private lives." The dating rumors seem to have stemmed from a photo of a gathering of fashion industry workers recently published by a Chinese media outlet. In the photo, Rosé and Kang Dong-won are seen sitting together, and some claimed that they wore matching couple outfits. The photo is known to have been shared by Riccardo Tisci, former creative director of luxury brand Burberry. In the picture, taken from above, two individuals who appear to be Rosé and Kang Dong-won are smiling and looking at the camera, attracting the attention of domestic fans. In fact, Riccardo Tisci had also shared a video on his Instagram story, proving his attendance at BLACKPINK's world tour concert, showcasing his special connection with the gro...

 Girl group BLACKPINK's agency, YG Entertainment, has announced a strong response to the fake news about member Rosé's involvement with drugs that originated in China. On the 13th, YG Entertainment officially stated to OSEN, "The rumor related to BLACKPINK's Rosé, which is spreading on some online communities and SNS, is a clear false fact." In particular, YG Entertainment said, "We are taking legal action against acts that infringe on the human rights of our artists and damage their reputation," and emphasized, "We are currently monitoring the creators and distributors of the rumors and will take a strong stance without any leniency or agreement in the future." On the 12th (local time), some Chinese entertainment media, including Sina Entertainment, reported that Rosé had taken drugs at a party with friends. The creative director of a brand posted a photo of a party with Rosé and friends on SNS, raising suspicions among Chinese netizens that t...

 Recently, IVE's Lay, who declared a temporary suspension of activities due to health reasons along with the group's comeback, conveyed his feelings through a handwritten letter. On April 12th, Lay posted a letter he wrote himself on IVE's official fan cafe, starting with the greeting "To my precious DIVE (fan name)." Lay expressed his affection for the fans and the group, saying, "Since I became a member of IVE, I have been running hard together with the five best members, and the existence that has always been with me during happy and sad times was the members and DIVE." He added, "I am now slowly trying to make sure that this time, when I pause for a moment to take care of myself, is not meaningless." Lay also cheered on his fellow members, saying, "We all prepared really hard for our first full-length album. Our IVE members are really cool, and I hope they receive a lot of love from people all over the world." At the same time, he...

 Rookie group Fifty Fifty expressed their thoughts on entering the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. At a press conference held at Ilji Art Hall in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, at 2 p.m. on the 13th, the members of Fifty Fifty said, "We still can't believe we've entered the Billboard chart. Our priority was to create a positive synergy with our music, and we think that this resonated with the listeners." Fifty Fifty is a group produced by a small agency called Attract and made their debut last November with 'The Fifty'. They released their second album 'The Beginning: Cupid' on February 24th this year. 'Cupid' was released in both English and Korean versions, and recently climbed to the 80th spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Member Xio said, "We never expected to make it onto such a famous chart. When producer Sean told us the news, Aran and I were speechless. It's an honor to be here in front of the reporters on the chart." Aran also said, ...

BTS members Suga and Jimin opened up about their group activities. On the 11th, a video titled "Excuses with Comfortable Younger Siblings" was posted on the YouTube channel 'Ddun Ddun'. BTS members Jimin and Suga appeared as guests, sharing various stories with Yoo Jae-suk, Ji Seok-jin, and Jo Se-ho. On that day, Yoo Jae-suk asked, "Are your family's reactions different before and after becoming a star?" Jimin replied, "My father has become more cautious with me. He used to nag, but now he holds it in. My mother hardly ever gets angry at me. We have similar personalities." On the other hand, Suga said, "I think my father and I fight about once a month. Both of us have strong personalities, so we fight and then make up in the evening. My father thinks that meals are very important, but I don't eat breakfast or lunch. From my father's perspective, I shouldn't work without eating. He says it's bad for my health." BTS also...

  Big Bang's G-Dragon shares photos with celebrity friends at an event. G-Dragon posted several photos on his SNS on the 11th, saying, "Thank you to everyone who came." The released photos were taken at an event venue of a fashion brand that G-Dragon collaborated with, and many celebrities, known as G-Dragon's 'close friends', attended the event. G-Dragon was seen taking pictures with Big Bang members Taeyang and Daesung, model and actor Lee Soo-hyuk, and TV personality Jo Se-ho. In addition, G-Dragon was spotted with Hu Yunjin and Kazuha from the rookie girl group Leseraphim, and comedian Kim Gyeong-wook, who is active under the pseudonym 'Tanaka', was also seen. Meanwhile, in a recent interview with a magazine, G-Dragon hinted at a comeback as a singer, raising expectations by saying, "I wanted to talk about preparing for various exciting projects. I can't tell you the exact progress, but there are several works in preparation. I'm worki...

 Group BTS' Suga has unveiled the tracklist for his solo album 'D-DAY.' On the 10th, Suga revealed the tracklist for his solo album 'D-DAY,' which will be released as Agust D, through BTS' official SNS. The tracklist features a dark overall atmosphere with sensuous lines of orange and blue colors crossing each other against the background. According to the tracklist, 'D-DAY' includes a total of 10 songs: '사람 Pt.2,' which was pre-released on the 7th, the title track '해금,' 'D-Day,' 'HUH?!,' 'AMYGDALA,' 'SDL,' '극야,' 'Interlude: Dawn,' 'Snooze,' and a reinterpretation of BTS' 'Life Goes On' with Agust D's emotions. The title track '해금' utilizes the sound of the traditional instrument haegeum, which appears in the title and lyrics. Suga also used the haegeum sound in '대취타,' the title track of his second mixtape 'D-2' released under the name Agust D....

BLACKPINK (Rosé, Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa)'s 'How You Like That' music video has surpassed 1.2 billion views on YouTube. YG Entertainment announced on the 11th that BLACKPINK's 'How You Like That' music video surpassed 1.2 billion views on YouTube at 4:41 AM that day. It took about 2 years and 9 months since its release on June 26, 2020, and this achievement is due to the consistent interest of global fans in BLACKPINK's music. 'How You Like That' contains a message of soaring high without succumbing to any situation. It won Song of The Summer at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards and topped YouTube's Global Top Summer Song that year. The song also achieved good results in terms of music chart performance. At the time of its release, it achieved a 'perfect all-kill' on domestic music charts, ranked 2nd on Spotify's Global Top 50 Chart, 20th on the UK Official Singles Top 100, and 33rd on the Billboard Hot 100, dominating the mainstream pop ma...

Group BLACKPINK's Jisoo has made it to the upper ranks of the US Billboard Global Chart. According to Billboard's Twitter on the 10th (local time), Jisoo's solo single 'ME' and its title track 'FLOWER' ranked 2nd on both the Billboard 'Global 200' and 'Billboard Global Excl. U.S' latest charts dated the 15th. 'FLOWER' has recorded approximately 187 million streams and 21,000 sales (downloads) worldwide. Billboard explained that it is the "third-highest first-week streaming record since the launch of the global chart." 1st place goes to BLACKPINK's Lisa with 'LALISA' (152.6 million), and 2nd place goes to global pop star Olivia Rodrigo's 'Drivers License' (130.1 million). Billboard continued, "Jisoo has become the third member to enter the top 10 of both charts, following Rosé and Lisa," highlighting the success of past BLACKPINK solo projects. Meanwhile, Jisoo's 'ME' ranked 38th ...

Group IVE's Lea temporarily halts activities due to health reasons. Starship Entertainment, Lea's agency, announced on the 11th that she had recently experienced symptoms such as heart palpitations and discomfort, prompting her to visit a hospital for consultation and examination. Medical professionals advised that she needed treatment and rest. The agency added, "Based on the opinions of specialized medical institutions, we had extensive discussions with Lea and decided to temporarily halt her activities for her health recovery. We ask for your understanding regarding our decision to prioritize the artist's health. We will update you on any changes in the future." They continued, "We apologize for causing concern with this sudden news. Our company will do its best to ensure that Lea focuses on treatment and gets adequate rest." Lea had previously not participated in the press conference for IVE's comeback on the 10th, only attending the photo time, ...

Blackpink has ranked first in the girl group brand reputation index, according to big data analysis conducted by the Korean Corporate Reputation Research Institute in April 2023. The institute analyzed 55,611,462 pieces of brand-related big data from March 9th to April 9th, 2023, and measured the brand reputation index of girl groups based on participation, media, communication, and community indices. Compared to last March's big data of 57,871,378, there was a 3.91% decrease in the amount of data analyzed. Brand reputation index is a metric created through big data analysis of consumer online habits that have a significant impact on brand consumption. The index can measure the positivity and negativity evaluation of girl groups, media interest, consumer interest, and communication volume, including channel analysis of brand reputation monitors. The ranking of girl group brand reputation index in April 2023 was as follows: Blackpink, New Jeonseu, IVE, Twice, (G)I-DLE, Red Velvet, G...

Armed with unique confidence, self-assurance, and self-love, IVE makes a comeback with her first full-length album, "I've IVE," which will be released today at 6 p.m. through major music streaming sites. After topping all major music charts with "Kitsch," the pre-release single released on March 27, IVE achieved two crowns without appearing on MBC's "Show! Music Core" on April 8 and SBS's "Inkigayo" on April 9. As a result, she has been dubbed the "mega-hit queen" for achieving a "perfect all-kill" even before her official comeback. Through this full-length album, IVE plans to showcase a new variety of colors that continue from "Kitsch." First, the title track "I AM" is a song that expresses a self-reliant attitude towards life, encouraging people to have confidence in their own path and to discover a different version of themselves. Collaborating with renowned songwriter Kim Eena, who has writt...

BTS Member Suga Named NBA Ambassador BTS member Suga has been appointed as the promotional ambassador for the National Basketball Association (NBA). On April 6, NBA's office and Big Hit Music, BTS's agency, announced the news through a press release. Suga will serve as the ambassador for the remainder of the 2022-23 season and beyond, connecting with NBA fans worldwide. A passionate NBA fan himself, Suga has showcased his love for basketball in various projects, including BTS's hit song "Dynamite" music video. In September 2022, he attended a preseason game between the Golden State Warriors and the Washington Wizards in Japan, where he met NBA players and legends. Additionally, he watched a game between the Dallas Mavericks and the LA Lakers in Los Angeles, California, in January. Suga will participate in various activities using the NBA and his social media channels, attending NBA games and events in the United States and Asia. The NBA will also collaborate with ...

BTS's Jimin has swept the music and album charts in various European countries, showcasing his unparalleled global popularity. Jimin's album 'FACE' debuted at No. 7 on the official German music chart (Offizielle Deutsche Charts), making him the first Asian solo artist to enter the top 10. He also reached No. 5 on the official chart compiled by the French Recording Association (SNEP), establishing a record as the first and only K-pop solo artist, and achieved the highest debut for a K-pop solo artist in 2023 by reaching No. 3 on the Lithuanian Official Top Album Chart (AGATA). In addition, he recorded No. 7 on Belgium's Flanders Ultratop Chart 'Top 200' and No. 3 on Wallonia Album Chart, becoming the first and only Asian to enter both charts. He also reached the highest ranking for a Korean solo singer in Finland at No. 18, Denmark and Spain at No. 22, and Italy's FIMI Album Chart at No. 28. In Switzerland, he reached No. 6 on the 'Top 100' Album ...

Girl group IVE's Jang Won-young's older sister, Jang Da-a, makes her debut as an actress following her selection as an advertising model. On the 7th, according to an exclusive report by Star News, it was confirmed that Jang Da-a recently filmed an advertisement as a model for a brand. In addition, Jang Da-a will officially debut as an actress after signing an exclusive contract with King Kong by Starship, the acting label of Starship Entertainment, where her younger sister, IVE's Jang Won-young, is affiliated. Jang Da-a was already known as a beautiful sister among IVE fans. In fact, Jang Da-a is a versatile entertainer with not only an outstanding visual but also various charms. Jang Da-a, born in 2001, is 23 years old this year. Upon hearing the news, global K-pop fans expressed their anticipation for the chemistry between Jang Won-young and Jang Da-a, calling them "blessed genes." In particular, the possibility of collaboration between Jang Won-young and Jang D...

NMIXX's Seulyoon joins MBC's 'Show! Music Core' as a new MC. According to MBC on April 6th, NMIXX's Seulyoon will join existing MCs NCT's Jungwoo and Stray Kids' Lee Know for their first broadcast on April 15th. Seulyoon will showcase her bubbly charm as the youngest of the three MCs. Seulyoon debuted with the group NMIXX in 2022 and is establishing herself as an all-rounder idol with her doll-like visuals, clear vocals, and outstanding dance skills. In particular, her cover of Sunmi's 'Full Moon' before her debut attracted a lot of attention, creating high expectations among K-POP fans. She has also participated in various activities, including performing in the dance sports category at the '2022 Chuseok Special Idol Star Athletics Championships,' where she garnered popularity for her glamorous and lovely performance, solidifying her position as a representative 4th generation idol. With her first broadcast approaching, Seulyoon said, ...

BTS' Jimin captivated fans around the world with his daring and unique charm. BTS released behind-the-scenes footage and photos from Jimin's 'FACE' album jacket shoot, conducted in both Hardware and Software versions, through their official YouTube channel and fan community Weverse. In the Software version shoot, Jimin expressed his inner wounds through facial makeup while exuding a dreamy boyish charm. He blended in with the surroundings, showing off his ultimate charm against a backdrop of a white-covered sofa and sunlit window. Next, he appeared in a white fishnet sleeveless outfit, revealing his slim and muscular body, which he achieved through strict diet and exercise management. The various moon-shaped tattoos on Jimin's back were revealed for the first time, shaking the hearts of fans. In the Hardware concept shoot, he emitted a chic and intense charisma with an all-black fashion, deep V-neck jacket without innerwear, bold silver necklace, and rings on each f...

BTS's Suga to collaborate with IU in his solo album. Suga will release his solo album 'D-DAY' on the 21st. It is his first solo album released under the name Agust D, another artistic identity. 'D-DAY' is the final installment in the Agust D trilogy, following the mixtapes 'Agust D' (2016) and 'D-2' (2020). Suga has taken on the role of lyricist, composer, and producer for the album, leading the planning, concept, and overall work, filling the album with his genuine stories. On the 4th, Suga posted the track poster for '사람 Pt.2 (feat. IU)', the pre-release song of 'D-DAY', on BTS's official SNS. The poster shows Suga playing the keyboard in a comfortable atmosphere in his studio alone. In this album, Suga has teamed up with singer IU to complete '사람 Pt.2 (feat. IU)'. This song, which will be pre-released on the 7th, is a continuation of '사람', a track from Agust D's second mixtape 'D-2', which was releas...

Recent photos of actor Nam Joo-hyuk after his enlistment have been revealed. On the 5th, a photo titled 'Nam Joo-hyuk's Training Center Update' was posted on an online community. The photo shows Nam Joo-hyuk taking a group picture with his fellow trainees at the training center. In the photo, Nam Joo-hyuk, with short hair, poses with his fellow trainees. His tall stature and distinct facial features still capture attention. Nam Joo-hyuk enlisted in the army training center on the 20th of last month. After passing the military police mobile unit, he will undergo five weeks of basic military training, complete the latter half of the education at the Army General Administration School, and be assigned to a unit. Nam Joo-hyuk, who started his career as a model, gained recognition after appearing in the music videos for group Akdong Musician's songs '200%' and 'Give Love.' He made his acting debut by playing the role of Big in the tvN drama 'Surplus Princ...

EXO's Xiumin and VIVIZ's Eunha to Present a Sweet Collaboration Track On the 4th, at 4 p.m., the teaser video for EXO's Xiumin and VIVIZ's Eunha's duet song '후우 (Who?)' was released through Stone Music Entertainment's official YouTube channel. The teaser video, which features Xiumin and Eunha exchanging messages via a mobile messenger, captures the relationship between a man and a woman who seem to be friends but not quite, walking the line between friendship and love in the springtime. In particular, the news that Eunha's duet partner is Xiumin has already led to an explosive response from many fans. The duet song '후우 (Who?)' featuring Xiumin and Eunha is a lovely medium-tempo track that captures the two as they welcome a new spring as lovers rather than friends. The song, composed by Full8loom (Jang Junho, Jinri), is made for Xiumin and Eunha, who resemble the colors of spring, and contains sweet emotions that enhance the excitement of a ne...