K-pop

Netflix animation 'KPop Demon Hunters' and BLACKPINK's Rose claimed multiple awards at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. K-pop artists swept various categories at the ceremony on Thursday night U.S. time.

March 27, 2026 Reported by AI

Netflix has released BTS: The Return, a feature-length documentary capturing the K-pop group's reunion after mandatory military service and their comeback show. Directed by Bao Nguyen, the film follows the creation of their tenth studio album Arirang and behind-the-scenes of the March 21 concert at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square. The documentary premiered on March 27, 2026.

As preparations ramp up for BTS's long-awaited full-group concert at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square on March 21—detailed in earlier coverage—the group has revealed details of its fifth studio album 'ARIRANG', releasing March 20. The free Netflix-streamed event is expected to draw 260,000 fans, with enhanced security and cybersecurity measures in place.

March 18, 2026 Reported by AI

Hybe has dismissed speculation that Seoul's plan to illuminate landmarks in red for BTS' comeback is politically motivated. The company said the color reflects the visual identity of the upcoming album 'Arirang'.

Former LE SSERAFIM member Kim Ga-ram launched a personal YouTube channel named 'garamonly' on March 13, 2026, and uploaded her first video. In the video, she explained recording her acting practice and daily life, drawing attention from fans. The channel quickly gained subscribers and views shortly after launch.

March 13, 2026 Reported by AI

K-pop boy band BTOB is set to make a full-group return in March 2026, marking its 14th anniversary. This will be the group's first complete lineup release since 2023, after nearly three years. The announcement comes from the band's agency.