K-pop

K-pop powerhouse Hybe announced Friday it has created a new label named ABD to produce girl groups, with its first act scheduled to debut later this year.

May 06, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

BTS fans denounced chaos, reselling and threats during the official merchandise sale that began on May 6 outside Estadio GNP Seguros. Resellers bought large quantities and confronted ARMY members who complained about the situation. The official sale continues until May 10 with restrictions.

Prosecutors in Seoul have rejected a police request for an arrest warrant against Hybe chairman Bang Si-hyuk, citing insufficient evidence for detention. Bang faces accusations of deceiving investors into selling shares before the company's 2019 IPO. Police plan to review reapplying after further investigation.

April 23, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

K-pop girl group Le Sserafim will prerelease its lead single "Celebration" on Friday ahead of its second studio album "Pureflow pt. 1," due May 22. Source Music described the track, blending melodic techno with hardstyle, as celebrating the moment one acknowledges fear and finds inner strength.

Felix of Stray Kids drew attention with an all-black outfit at a beauty brand event held on April 17 at Amorepacific's headquarters in Seoul's Yongsan District. His look, featuring a semi-cropped double-breasted jacket and wide slacks, quickly spread across social media. Fans praised his styling, reinforcing his status as a K-pop fashion standout.

April 17, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

BTS member j-hope revealed during a concert at Tokyo Dome on April 17 that his maternal grandmother, who raised him since childhood, has passed away. He shared his feelings of shock with fans and credited his bandmates for helping him cope. j-hope expressed belief that his grandmother would have loved the performance.