• Blackpink received the Order of the British Empire... World Class girl group that raises national prestige

  Blackpink was honored with the Order of the British Empire. According to foreign media outlets such as the American entertainment media Page Six on the 23rd (Korean time), girl group Blackpink was honored with the Order of the British Empire (MBE) after attending the state banquet held at Buckingham Palace in England on Tuesday to congratulate President Yoon Seok-yeol and First Lady Kim Kun-hee. Selected as a member. Blackpink, who was appointed as a public relations ambassador by the British government in January 2021, has encouraged millions of young people to take interest in the global UN Climate Change Conference and take climate action. "I applaud Jenny, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rosé, better known by their name Black Pink, for their contributions to delivering a message of environmental sustainability to people around the world as ambassadors for the U.K. presidency of COP 26 and as advocates for the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals," King Charles III said in a dinner speech, referring to Black Pink. Charles III also said with a smile, "I want to see BLACKPINK's actual performance." In particular, at the changing ceremony of the Guard outside Buckingham, the military band was seen playing Black Pink's hit song "Ddu-Ddu-Ddu-Ddu-Du" on its official account, drawing attention. Black Pink's fashion has also become a hot topic. "At a fancy banquet attended by King Charles III, Queen Camilla, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Edinburgh and the Duchess of Gloucester, K-pop singers each showed their own style," the foreign media said. "Rose chose a classic strapless black velvet dress by Korean designer Ping Kong, and Jisoo coordinated it with a designer's wallet, such as a puff-sleeve black Dior dress." "Jenny wore an off-shoulder white Tony Matichevsky-style dress reminiscent of the Louis Vuitton dress Meghan Markle wore to the Ripple of Hope gala in 2022. Lisa performed her most imposing look in a Kate Middleton-style George Hoveika dress with aqua beads decorations and tulle capes," she added. In addition, Black Pink was the first K-pop singer to appear as a headliner (signboard performer) at the Hyde Park British Summer Time Festival, a famous British music festival, this summer. Meanwhile, BLACKPINK is in talks with YG Entertainment to renew its contract.

• Jungkook's [GOLDEN] album sales increase by 2.5 million copies, first as a solo singer in 13 years

  BTS Jungkook has added another new record in the domestic music market. Jungkook's solo album ‘GOLDEN’ sold a total of 2,501,158 copies as of the 17th, according to Hanteo Chart. Since Hanteo Chart reformed its counting method in 2010, a solo album has sold more than 2.5 million copies for the first time in 13 years. ‘GOLDEN’ sold 1 million copies in about 3 hours after its release, becoming a ‘Million Seller’, and became a ‘Double Million Seller’ by selling over 2 million copies in 5 hours. In particular, this album sold 2,147,389 copies on the day of its release, setting a new record for the highest first-day sales among Korean solo albums, and later became the first K-pop solo singer with 2,438,483 copies sold in the first week of release (album sales in the first week after release). Jungkook’s ‘GOLDEN’ not only hit the domestic but also overseas music markets. According to Billboard's statistics, 'GOLDEN' is the first K-pop solo artist album to sell more than 200,000 copies in the first week of release in the United States, and thanks to this, it ranked 2nd on Billboard's main album chart 'Billboard 200' (as of November 18). It rose to the top, tying the record for the highest ranking of a K-pop solo singer's album of all time. This album also entered the 3rd place on the UK Official Chart released on the 11th, recording the highest ranking ever for a K-pop solo artist's album. Meanwhile, Jung Kook will hold a fan showcase ‘Jung Kook ‘GOLDEN’ Live On Stage’ at Jangchung Gymnasium in Jung-gu, Seoul at 8 pm on the 20th.

• Red dress IU, dazzling Snow White

  IU showed off a fairytale-like holiday jewelry look. Jewelry & watch brand J.ESTINA unveiled its 2023 holiday season advertising campaign with brand muse ‘IU’ on the 16th. This campaign proposes a jewelry collection that will brighten the year-end atmosphere with the concept of ‘THE DREAMY HOLIDAY: Merry Pinkmas in Wonderland’, which expresses the sweet imagination of a fairytale world. In the commercial cut, IU showed off a gorgeous yet captivating holiday look in a long red dress. The jewelry worn together is J.ESTINA’s ‘ETER’ collection, which has an infinity motif symbolizing infinity and J.ESTINA’s J as the point. The ether heart jewelry chosen by IU contains the romantic meaning of ‘eternal love’ by combining the ether motif and the heart, a symbol of love. IU completed a luxurious holiday look by layering a romantic 14K diamond necklace with dazzling diamonds set inside the heart and a lovely design ether heart silver jewelry set. Above all, the jewelry and dress match perfectly with IU's dazzling beauty and white skin, which could not be prettier any more. Meanwhile, IU sent warm support to the students taking the 2024 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) held on this day. IU said in a video posted on the YouTube channel 'Ijejam' on the 15th, "I say this every year, but if it goes well, it's great, but I really want to say that I hope you don't blame yourself too much or break down too much if you don't show off your skills to your fullest." She added, "There is always an opportunity. “It will be given to you again, so I hope you don’t feel nervous and show everything you have prepared,” he said.

• New Jeans Daniel “We want to share our music all over the world”

  Daniel from the group NewJeans showed off his luxurious visuals. Fashion magazine ‘Allure Korea’ released Daniel’s December issue cover pictorial on the 16th. In the pictorial, Daniel exudes a dazzling aura with an atmosphere that allows one to feel various charms. While wearing jewelry, he showed off his unique presence by perfectly switching between a natural look and a chic atmosphere. Daniel is said to have created a warm atmosphere at the photo shoot by making eye contact with all the staff and greeting them. In the interview that followed, Daniel said, “If we exchange warm greetings when we meet, we exchange good energy and gain strength.” He added, “You can share your feelings through eye contact, and a greeting when you part ways has the power to make you remember that person as a good memory for a long time.” “I think there is,” he said. Regarding his future dream, Daniel said, “As a member of New Genes, I want to sing and dance all over the world and share our music with many people.” He added, “If I have the ability in the future, I also want to share the songs I wrote and composed myself.” Daniel’s full pictorial and interview can be found in the December issue of ‘Allure Korea’, which will be released later.

• The group New Jeans has achieved a long-term chart presence on the U.S. Billboard charts.

  According to the latest U.S. Billboard chart released on October 31st (local time), the group New Jeans (Minji, Hani, Daniel, Haerin, Hyein) placed 98th on the main album chart, the 'Billboard 200,' with their 2nd mini-album 'Get Up.' With this, 'Get Up' has continued its impressive streak on the charts, maintaining its presence for 14 consecutive weeks since it debuted at number 1 on the 'Billboard 200' on August 5th. This achievement establishes a new record for chart longevity among 4th generation K-pop girl groups. The title tracks from 'Get Up,' namely 'Super Shy' and 'ETA,' are enjoying dual popularity on global charts. 'Super Shy' has risen to 38th place on the 'Global (excluding the U.S.)' chart this week, marking a 6-step improvement from the previous week. It has also climbed to 56th place on the 'Global 200' chart, showing a significant rise of 14 positions from the previous week. Both tracks have maintained their positions in the charts for 16 consecutive weeks. 'ETA' is currently charting at 88th and 156th positions on the respective charts, marking its 14th week on the charts. New Jeans' recent release, 'GODS,' unveiled on November 4th, has been charting on the Billboard 'Global (excluding the U.S.)' chart for three consecutive weeks. The song, which serves as the theme for the '2023 League of Legends (LoL) World Championship,' has made a remarkable entry into the Billboard charts as a game theme song, highlighting New Jeans' significant influence. Furthermore, New Jeans has received multiple nominations in four categories (including one category with multiple nominations, totaling five nominations) at the '2023 Billboard Music Awards (BBMA),' making them the K-pop artist with the highest number of nominations. Their remarkable performance on various Billboard charts, including reaching the number 1 spot on the 'Billboard 200' this year and placing five songs ('OMG,' 'Ditto,' 'Super Shy,' 'ETA,' 'Cool With You') on the main song chart 'Hot 100,' has raised expectations for their first BBMA win.

• "Astro's Cha Eunwoo revealed a deep gaze."

  "The November issue of W Magazine has released Cha Eunwoo's digital photoshoot. Cha Eunwoo showcased his unique charm with unreal visuals and a deep gaze, complemented by stylish outfits and various jewelry pieces. He presented a powerful yet gentle male jewelry styling using minimal fashion items alongside the 'Bee My Love' and 'Liens' collections from the French high jewelry brand Chaumet, which has a history of 242 years. The 'Bee My Love' collection symbolizes perfect symmetry and enduring love with honeycomb motifs, representing royalty, power, and loyalty. The 'Liens' collection signifies the connection of two destinies that grow stronger over time."

• BTS Jungkook selects 'Seven' U.S. Billboard's 'Best Song of 2023' → K-pop solo artist 'Only'

  Jungkook of BTS (BTS) is showing his potential as an artist by listing him as the "only" among K-pop solo artists on this year's best song by the U.S. "Billboard." The list of "The 100 Best Songs of 2023" (The 100 Best Songs of 2023: Staff Picks) was released on the official website of Billboard, a prominent American music media.Among them, Jungkook ranked 55th with his solo single "Seven" released in July. In particular, Jungkook was selected as the only K-pop solo artist to confirm the status of a pop star who shook the global music market with "Jungkook Syndrome," and "Seven" boasted the power of a mega hit song. Billboard said "Seven" was a mega hit on the main single chart "Hot 100," adding, "It even captured the hearts of the most resistant pop fans. We've all been listening to the song 24 hours a day since the release of the lead single for "Golden."In addition to Billboard, "Seven" was also ranked 99th in the "The 100 Best Songs of 2023" released by the American music media "Rolling Stone." Earlier, "Seven" debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's main single chart "Hot 100" and succeeded in entering the market for 15 weeks, topped the two major global charts "Global (excluding the United States)" for nine consecutive weeks, and ranked No. 1 on "Global 200" for seven consecutive weeks, followed by a long-run chart cut in the top 10 of the two charts for 20 weeks.Jungkook also topped Billboard's 2023 Global Song of the Summer for 2023 with "Seven" and was honored with the "Top Global K-Pop Song" category at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs). In addition, he was named Billboard's 2023 Greatest Pop Stars of 2023: Introduction & Honorable Mentions (Staff List). "Seven" set an overwhelming new record as the fastest K-pop solo artist to sell more than 1 million units in the U.S. in 2023, and also won platinum certification given to sound sources sold more than 1 million units by the American Recording Industry Association (RIAA).In addition, "Seven" showed off its super-strong sound source power and popularity by ranking fourth in the "Top Track of 2023" category, where "Spotify" settled the world's most streamed sound source in 2023. It also surpassed 100 million streams (before filtering) in six days, the fastest period in Spotify's history, and was officially listed on Guinness World Records in the U.K., setting a new world record of 1 billion streams (before filtering) in the shortest period ever. In addition, it has been on the U.K.'s official single chart "Top 100" for 11 weeks.

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  2023-12-15

• Black-haired BTS V and RM enlist together today (11th), "Goodbye for a while"

  RM and V of the group BTS (BTS) will join the active military today (11th). RM and V will enter the Nonsan Army Training Center in Chungcheongnam-do on the 11th to undergo basic military training and fulfill their military duties. The day before he joined the military, RM said on the fan communication platform Weverse, "I believe this will be a strange and new time for inspiration and learning for all of us." "Seok-jin (Jin) and Hoseok (J-Hope) must have been much harder than us," he said, recalling the members who joined the military first. RM said, "Hello for a while," and said, "Anytime, anywhere, we will be us! Let's meet in the future." V posted a short haircut on his SNS account. "I was Romang. Shaving my hair and sunglasses. I wanted to try it someday, but that's great," V said. After receiving basic military training, V joined the special commission stage of the Army Capital Defense Command. The two also asked the members and the agency to refrain from visiting the training center on the day of enlistment. Jimin and Jungkook will also join the Army on the 12th. The two will reportedly enter the 5th Division boot camp, where Jin is an assistant. As a result, the four members are scheduled to be discharged from the military in June 2025. Jin first joined the military in December last year, and J-Hope also joined the military in April this year. Suga has been diagnosed as a social service worker since September due to a dislocated shoulder humerus and has been serving alternatively.

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  2023-12-11

• I'm looking forward to 2025's "Military Stone" BTS...Jungkook joins the army in December → RM, Jimin, and V are going too

  BTS will begin preparing for the whole body in 2025. While Jin, J-Hope, and Suga are currently serving in the military, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook have entered the military process. It is highly likely that he will join the military as early as this year or early next year On the 22nd, his agency Big Hit Music announced, "RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are preparing to fulfill their military service obligations by starting the process of fulfilling their military service obligations." Starting with the enlistment of the eldest brother Jin in December last year, J-Hope in April and Suga in September are also fulfilling their military service obligations. Since then, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook have been doing individual activities. However, as the four of them also began to prepare for the military service, BTS predicted a military white flag. Since then, the complete appearance of BTS is expected to be seen in the second half of 2025. In the midst of this, Jungkook said through Weverse, "We will start a new journey in December. I'm leaving you for a while to serve in the military," he said, announcing the news of his enlistment in the military. "As I deliver this news, I feel heavy on one side of my heart, and on the other hand, my heart warms up as I recall precious memories with ARMY," Jungkook said, expressing his affection for his fans, "Every moment I've spent with you so far has been the brightest time of my life." "It is prudent to tell you to wait recklessly while serving in the military," he said. "A year and a half is a long time." So I can't say anything selfish, but after I come back, I will stand on stage with more growth where I always am," he promised his fans. In the meantime, the members of the BTS have expressed their longing and expectation for full activities. In an interview with Apple Music on the 10th, Jungkook said, "There were times when I missed my solo album while preparing and working on it. Whenever I was in the waiting room, standing on stage alone, or eating with the staff, I felt the empty seats of the members who were with me." In the meantime, he said, "I think BTS' synergy in 2025 will be enormous. I'm really looking forward to it," he said. Suga said on YouTube channel "BANGTANTV"'s "Schuta" on the 30th of last month, "I'm waiting for the whole body." The last performance as a team was in October last year. I can't wait to do it again. I really want to get together and do it together in 2025," he said. Jimin responded, "I'm waiting for you." We can't wait to get together," he said. Unfortunately, BTS left the fans for a while. However, as he returns to the fans' side starting with Jin in June next year, expectations and support poured out for BTS, which will unite again in 2025 and show great synergy.

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  2023-11-23

• Seventeen, Earthshaking Speech at UNESCO Headquarters "Too Young to Give Up... Will Keep Moving Forward"

  The group Seventeen made history as the first K-pop artists to take the stage at the UNESCO headquarters. On the 14th in Paris, France, at the main hall of the UNESCO headquarters, Seventeen delivered a speech and performance at the 13th UNESCO Youth Forum. Seventeen became the first K-pop artist to be allocated an entire session during the UNESCO General Assembly, conducting a session for approximately one hour. On this day, Seventeen spoke on the theme of "Youth Solidarity and Education Changing the Future of Youth and the Earth." The member who began the speech first, Seungkwan, mentioned his hometown, Jeju Island, stating, "I grew up with my own dreams on this beautiful island, although it's a faraway island from the capital, Seoul. Dreaming of a bigger world and the dream of becoming a K-pop star, performing in front of countless fans someday." He expressed his overwhelming emotions by saying, "The little boy who dreamed of the future on the island designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site is now standing at the UNESCO headquarters today." Continuing, member Jun delivered his speech in Chinese, mentioning the other members, "We are each other's teachers. We practice together, create together, and have become better individuals gradually. Today, Seventeen is standing here because we faced difficult situations and didn't give up. The 13 of us have helped each other, step by step, to come this far, and we will continue to move forward," expressing their determination. Woozi reflected on the journey to this day, saying, "There were people who thought Seventeen would fail in the early days, but today, I think we are here because we didn't give up. We were too young to be discouraged. Success didn't come quickly, but the time spent burning with passion with the members was always enjoyable. The members were always cheerful, never losing their laughter in any situation. Our practice room was always filled with positive words like 'fighting' and 'a little more.' Believing that focusing on the cheerful voices of the members rather than the negative external words, I became more convinced that things would go well with these friends," mentioning each member's name with confidence. In the fall of 2016, Mingyu revealed an episode where, after receiving his first settlement, he donated 13 goats to children in Tanzania, Africa. Mingyu received a letter from the children, and he shared, "The message said, 'I will raise the goats well for my dreams.' This message stayed with us for a long time. It reminded us of the journey we've been on for our dreams. Sharing dreams is, in essence, sharing positivity and hope." Joshua promised to actively participate as a UNESCO ambassador to raise awareness about the importance of education in the current era. Vernon continued by reading the lyrics of Seventeen's songs. In the subsequent performance, Seventeen selected a total of five songs, including "World," "Darling," "Headliner," "Music's God," and "Let's Go Together," eliciting a passionate response from the audience.

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  2023-11-15

• Behind-the-scenes photos from BLACKPINK's Jisoo's "The Crude Psychic: The Secret of Seolkyung" set have been revealed.

  YG Entertainment, the agency of the K-pop group BLACKPINK, announced on the 28th, "The angelic arrival of 'Jisoo' on the set of the movie 'The Crude Psychic: The Secret of Seolkyung." They added, "Please check out Jisoo's movie shooting journey, where she completely lit up the set with her beautiful appearance." The photos released this time capture Jisoo on the set of the movie 'The Crude Psychic: The Secret of Seolkyung.' Above all, Jisoo's graceful presence, like that of an angel, has captivated the viewers. As for 'The Crude Psychic: The Secret of Seolkyung,' in which Jisoo makes a special appearance, it is a story that begins with the fake exorcist 'Cheonbaksai' (played by Kang Dong-won), who does not believe in ghosts but possesses a ghostly insight, taking on a powerful case like never before. The film is currently in high demand and showing in theaters.

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  2023-10-24

• "3 days until comeback, AIVE reveals 'Bady' concept photos."

  On the 10th, Starship Entertainment, the agency of AIVE, officially released the second concept photos for AIVE's new album 'I'VE MINE,' featuring the third title track 'Bady,' on their official social media channels. In contrast to the somewhat darker concept photos they previously revealed, the members showcased a more carefree and hip image this time. Ahn Yujin presented an unbalanced look with a rider jacket and long boots style. With black hair in a ponytail and makeup that emphasized her eyes, she exuded a lively and chic vibe. Lee Ray emitted subtle charisma through a sporty look and a contrasting haughty expression. Jang Wonyoung created a mysterious atmosphere by wearing a black cap and a veil covering her face. Liz also drew attention with a face veil. Finally, Lee Seo exhibited a neutral style with sporty outfits and knee-high boots. Overall, the black concept image was accentuated with red lips and accessories, adding a seductive charm to their appearance.

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  2023-10-12

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• "BLACKPINK's Jennie, indeed the human Chanel."

  Jennie from BLACKPINK, who is currently active as a Chanel ambassador, showcased a provocative beauty while gracing the cover of a magazine. The photoshoot featuring Jennie for the December issue of W Korea magazine was released on the 24th. In the photos, Jennie wore Chanel's 2023/24 Cruise Collection, presenting a variety of fashion. She sported a crop top and exuded a sophisticated retro-style atmosphere. In the following photos, Jennie matched sporty outfits and emitted a unique aura with her sexy and provocative poses, capturing everyone's attention. Notably, just like the concept of this collection centered around powerful energy, Jennie created a vibrant atmosphere in the photoshoot. On another note, Jennie released a special single, "You & Me," on the 6th.

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  2023-10-24

• "BLACKPINK's Jennie 'You & Me' Tops YouTube Charts... Popular Song and MV at No. 1."

  On October 15th, BLACKPINK's Jennie took the YouTube charts by storm with her special single 'You & Me'. According to the latest YouTube charts (accumulated from October 6th, 2023 to October 12th, 2023), Jennie's 'You & Me' reached the top of the global YouTube Song category. The performance video also secured the first place in the Global Top Music Video category. Upon its release, the song achieved the number one spot on the iTunes Top Songs chart in 61 countries and reached the 13th position on the daily Top Songs chart on the world's largest music streaming platform, Spotify. In the UK, 'You & Me' made its way to the 39th position on the Official Chart Singles Top 100 and claimed the number one spot on both the Single Sales Chart and Single Download Chart. It also entered the Single Trending Chart at an impressive 8th place, showcasing its overwhelming presence in the mainstream pop market. The response on domestic music charts in South Korea has been equally enthusiastic. 'You & Me' not only topped Naver Vibe and Bugs immediately upon its release but also climbed to the top tier of Melon, the largest music streaming platform in the country, with a sharp upward trajectory. BLACKPINK, to which Jennie belongs, recently wrapped up the largest-scale world tour for a K-pop girl group, 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK],' which drew in over 1.8 million attendees. They also made history as the first Asian artists to headline at the U.S. Coachella Festival (with a total of 250,000 attendees over two days) and the UK's Hyde Park (65,000 attendees), connecting with a staggering 2.115 million fans worldwide.

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  2023-10-16

• "Blackpink's Jennie, a star you can't take your eyes off of."

  On the 14th, Jennie posted several photos on her SNS with the caption "Hera." In the photos, Jennie displayed an innocent and alluring look, with her hair flowing and her green-like features. Her elegant and captivating appearance drew everyone's attention. Both domestic and international netizens showered her with praise, using heart emojis abundantly. In other news, according to the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100 released on the 13th (local time), Jennie's special single "You & Me" reached the 39th spot, successfully entering the Top 40. This achievement makes Blackpink the only K-pop girl group to have all its members release solo songs and make their mark on this chart, which is considered one of the world's top charts alongside the US Billboard.

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  2023-10-16

• "Blackpink's Jennie, Overflowing with Groove... 'You & Me' Jazz Version Released."

  Jennie has unveiled a unique charm in her rendition of 'You & Me'. On the 11th, YG Entertainment posted 'You & Me (Jazz ver.) LIVE CLIP' on Blackpink's official social media accounts. This live video showcases the jazz arrangement version of 'You & Me,' which Jennie performed at the Chanel 2022/23 Métiers d'art Show in June. Jennie's emotional vocals shine above the tranquil piano melody. With delicate control and detailed expression, the atmosphere gradually intensifies, and her groovy movements make it impossible to look away, as if she's completely immersed in the music. In the highlight segments, her impressive vocal technique effortlessly transitions between falsetto and chest voice, earning admiration. The video benefits from a mysterious backdrop with a shining full moon, subtle lighting, Jennie's captivating gaze, and her rich emotional range, creating an immersive experience. Above all, the response to Jennie's diverse music spectrum, which doesn't confine itself to a single genre, has been fervent. From the dreamy original version to the powerful remix for the U.S. Coachella Festival, and now the warm and cozy jazz version, she has flawlessly mastered them all. Meanwhile, her special single 'You & Me' achieved global success, topping iTunes charts in 60 countries without any special prior promotion. It has also been steadily climbing domestic music charts. The performance video for this song achieved a remarkable feat, becoming the top trending video on YouTube worldwide immediately after its release, and it even claimed the title of 'Most-Watched Video in the First 24 Hours.'

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  2023-10-12

• (G)I-DLE's Minnie, Surprising Bridal Transformation.

  On the 11th, Minnie shared several photos on her social media, accompanied by a bride emoji. In the photos, Minnie is dressed in a pure white wedding gown, holding a bouquet of white flowers while striking various poses. With her innocent yet daring appearance, Minnie captivated onlookers with her unique charm. Meanwhile, (G)I-DLE, the group to which Minnie belongs, is currently touring Asia, North America, and Europe as part of their second world tour, '2023 (G)I-DLE WORLD TOUR [I am FREE-TY],' where they are meeting global fans. On the 6th, at 9 AM (Korean time), they released their first EP album in the United States, 'HEAT,' showcasing a more diverse musical transformation.

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  2023-10-12

• Han So-hee's 'Bike Core Look' is also perfect "Girl Crush."

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  2023-10-12

• "3 days until comeback, AIVE reveals 'Bady' concept photos."

  On the 10th, Starship Entertainment, the agency of AIVE, officially released the second concept photos for AIVE's new album 'I'VE MINE,' featuring the third title track 'Bady,' on their official social media channels. In contrast to the somewhat darker concept photos they previously revealed, the members showcased a more carefree and hip image this time. Ahn Yujin presented an unbalanced look with a rider jacket and long boots style. With black hair in a ponytail and makeup that emphasized her eyes, she exuded a lively and chic vibe. Lee Ray emitted subtle charisma through a sporty look and a contrasting haughty expression. Jang Wonyoung created a mysterious atmosphere by wearing a black cap and a veil covering her face. Liz also drew attention with a face veil. Finally, Lee Seo exhibited a neutral style with sporty outfits and knee-high boots. Overall, the black concept image was accentuated with red lips and accessories, adding a seductive charm to their appearance.

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  2023-10-12

• "Activity Suspension+Dive+First World Tour'... IVE Shares Sincerity with Tears"

  On the evening of the 8th, IVE (Ahnyujin, Gaeul, Ray, Jangwonyoung, Liz, and Lee Seo) held their second day of the first world tour, "SHOW WHAT I HAVE," at Jamsil Indoor Gymnasium in Seoul. IVE is set to kick off their first world tour, "SHOW WHAT I HAVE," in approximately 19 countries and 27 cities, including Korea, Japan, Asia, the Americas, Europe, and South America. As the performance began, a large rectangular curtain descended onto the protruding stage, and IVE members, dressed in white glittering costumes, made their entrance. They opened with "I AM" in a spectacular manner and continued with performances of "ROYAL (Rock Ver.)" and "Blue Blood." Moreover, the central stage rose upward, creating the sensation of walking above a crimson sea during "Heroine." "Cherish" incorporated visuals that resembled actual social media screens, and "ELEVEN" featured a unique closing scene with traditional Korean music influences and closing window blinds. Following this, the stage for the fan song "Shine With Me" began with an opening reminiscent of a forest garden, featuring members sitting on a large swing hanging dangerously from the central stage ceiling, stunning the audience. Members then descended from the swing, donning dresses with a bluish hue, and presented their triple-title track "Either Way," which had been pre-released, from their upcoming EP album 'I'VE MINE.' After delivering two performances with a more lyrical atmosphere, Liz shed tears, and Gaeul remarked, "It felt even more overwhelming being up on the swing and seeing all the dives at once." Each member shared heartfelt words amidst tears, concluding the performance with "궁금해 (Next Page)" after approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. Meanwhile, IVE, who pre-released two of their triple title tracks, "Off The Record" and "Either Way," is set to make their comeback on the 13th with their first EP album, 'I'VE MINE.'

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  2023-10-10

• Actress Lee Bo-young, the Pure White Gaze of Four Colors

  Lee Bo-young's beauty has been captured. Earlier, actress Lee Bo-young garnered hot attention and became a hot topic for her couple photoshoot with actor Ji Sung to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary. Now, she is drawing attention once again with behind-the-scenes photos that showcase her goddess-like purity. In the released photos, Lee Bo-young effortlessly exudes charm as she flawlessly pulls off white-toned dresses with her natural and tied-up hair styles. Her styling, which mixes and matches a bold cap, along with her sophisticated attitude, showcases her professional demeanor and makes onlookers want to emulate her. With her unique aura and captivating visuals, Lee Bo-young fills the frame perfectly, demonstrating her prowess as a master of photoshoots. The shoot, conducted with a meaningful concept, was filled with laughter and a lovely atmosphere, adding to the cheerful mood. Thanks to this, the staff who worked alongside her not only received a generous dose of happiness but also couldn't stop admiring the results.

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  2023-10-10

• "Billy's new song 'BYOB' MV surpasses 11 million views."

  Billlie, the K-pop group, has captured the hearts of Generation Z K-pop fans. Billlie's first single, "BYOB (bring your own best friend)," released on September 27th, achieved 11 million views on the music video as of September 30th. Upon its release, the song quickly climbed the iTunes K-POP Top Songs charts in various regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, Canada, Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, demonstrating Billlie's hot global popularity. "BYOB (bring your own best friend)" is an addictive melodic disco-pop song that falls into the easy-listening genre, following hits like "snowy night" and "patbingsu." It encapsulates the emotions of the protagonist who is unsure whether their feelings are love or simple curiosity but wants to have fun with their closest friends. Billlie infused the song with their unique sensibilities. Billlie is garnering attention not only for the music release but also for content that resonates with the tastes of Generation Z. The music video for "BYOB (bring your own best friend)" was filmed in various locations in Seoul, including Hongdae and Yeonnam-dong, featuring arcades and the Han River night scenery. It vividly portrayed the daily lives of Generation Z, enjoying activities like taking life snapshots, strolling by the Han River, and fireworks with friends, enhancing the song's immersion. Billlie has also uploaded side-B films optimized for various short-form platforms and dance challenge videos shot in familiar places like Han River Park, receiving positive responses from Generation Z. The content using the hashtag "byob_challenge" on TikTok accumulated over 6.2 million views.

  • K-Star

  2023-10-03