K-pop Industry
BTS Performs Dynamite at First Ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show
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BTS made history on July 19 as the first K-pop group to headline the inaugural FIFA World Cup halftime show at MetLife Stadium. The group delivered a high-energy take on their 2020 hit Dynamite during the final match between Argentina and Spain. Fan reactions to the live vocals have been mixed with some praising the synchronization and others critiquing pitch issues.
IVE member Jang Wonyoung shared new Instagram photos from a ceremonial first pitch at a Major League Baseball game on July 28.
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ITZY's Chaeryeong threw the ceremonial first pitch at a professional baseball game in Gwangju on July 23. She wore a cropped KIA uniform that highlighted her slender build.
Billboard released its World Albums chart for the week ending June 20. CORTIS reclaimed the top spot with its EP “GREENGREEN” while several other K-pop acts held strong positions.
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ENHYPEN member Sunghoon faced an invasive encounter with a stalker fan in a Milan hotel hallway while the group attended Milan Fashion Week. The incident, captured in video and photos, has sparked outrage among fans demanding stronger security from Belift Lab. The group had attended the Prada show on June 21.