• 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, mesmerizing Paris once again... Successfully concluded encore concert, captivating 55,000 fans.

  BLACKPINK proved their immense global popularity by igniting the largest concert venue in France. On the 15th of last month, BLACKPINK held their 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK]' encore concert at Stade De France in Paris, France. They became the first K-pop girl group to enter a European stadium, reuniting with local fans. This concert was planned on a scale more than twice as large as their previous concert held at Accor Arena in Paris in December of last year. With just one show, BLACKPINK attracted an audience of 55,000, showcasing their exceptional presence and influence in the global music market. © Provided by TenAsia. BLACKPINK kicked off the concert with 'Pink Venom,' instantly bringing a surge of energy. From mega-hit songs like 'How You Like That,' 'Pretty Savage,' and 'Whistle' to solo stages that highlighted each member's charm, they delivered a diverse setlist, tirelessly captivating the audience. Fueled by the explosive support of the local fans, the atmosphere at the encore concert remained electric throughout. The lavish stage production befitting a large stadium, rich band sound, and the overwhelming performances of the members created the perfect synergy, delivering thrilling excitement at every moment. BLACKPINK is currently in the midst of their largest-scale K-pop girl group world tour, 'BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK],' which mobilizes around 1.5 million fans. Starting from August, they will continue their tour in various locations in the United States, including New Jersey, Las Vegas, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

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  2023-07-18

• Cha Eun-woo, a Real-Life Prince from a Fairy Tale? His Perfect Visuals Evoke Admiration.

  On the 12th, Cha Eun-woo shared several photos on his personal social media accounts along with the caption "Chaumet." In the revealed photos, Cha Eun-woo can be seen striking various poses while being photographed. His distinct facial features and slim physique particularly captivated viewers, evoking their admiration.

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  2023-07-14

• Blackpink's Lisa, the Majesty of a Global Pop Star.

  Lisa effortlessly captivates viewers with her ability to perfectly pull off challenging fashion items such as leather pants and fedoras. Alongside her stunning beauty and enviable physique, Lisa has garnered the admiration of women everywhere. W Korea stated, "This month's cover features Blackpink's Lisa, who is creating a syndrome-like craze with her massive world tour that mobilizes around 1.5 million global fans. In addition to a pictorial that showcases her artistic mood, an interview awaits you, where you can catch a glimpse of Lisa's current self." In recent news, Lisa has been surrounded by rumors of a romantic relationship with Frédéric Arnault, the CEO of luxury watch brand TAG Heuer, which is under the umbrella of LVMH, the world's leading luxury goods group. Frédéric Arnault is also the son of Bernard Arnault, the chairman of LVMH and the second richest person in the world according to Forbes. Regarding this matter, Lisa's agency, YG Entertainment, has not made any specific statement.

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  2023-07-14

• BTS's Jungkook Unveils His First Solo Music Video, Collaborating with Han So-hee.

  BTS member Jungkook has released his first solo album music video. On the 14th, at 1 p.m. (Korean time), Jungkook simultaneously released the audio and music video for his first solo single, "Seven (feat. Latto)," worldwide. "Seven" is a song that combines addictive melodies, acoustic guitar, and the rhythm of the "UK garage" genre (an electronic music genre that originated in the early 1990s in the UK). The lyrics of "Seven" express a passionate serenade about wanting to spend the whole week with a loved one, and it features a collaboration with American rapper Latto. The music video for "Seven" was filmed in the United States and directed by Bradley Bell and Pablo Jones-Soler, who have worked with artists such as Harry Styles and Cardi B. Actress Han So-hee and featured artist Latto also participated in the music video, completing the visual representation. Despite ongoing arguments with his partner (played by Han So-hee), Jungkook constantly strives to prove his love for them in every moment. Even in intense debates, when faced with being submerged in water or caught in a storm, Jungkook continues to sing and dance, constantly appealing his love to the other person. It seems that Jungkook's sincere feelings, conveyed with confidence and dignity, resonate with the recipient. Finally, Han So-hee reaches out her hand to Jungkook, and the music video concludes with the two lovers holding hands and walking towards an unknown destination. The "Seven" music video is also being displayed on the Paramount billboard in Times Square, New York. The debut performance of "Seven" is scheduled to take place on the 14th (local time) in the United States.

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  2023-07-14

• Apink appointed as ambassadors for 'Character Licensing Fair.'

  Girl group Apink visited the booth of the 'Character Licensing Fair 2023' (hereinafter referred to as the Character Fair), which opened on the 13th in Samseong-dong, Seoul, and announced that they had a spinning top battle using the new intellectual property toy, "Charging Top Spinner." As the ambassadors for this year's Character Fair, Apink moved to the Chorak booth right in front of the entrance and had a meeting with popular YouTuber Berry. During the talk, led by Berry, Apink greeted their fans and demonstrated spinning the Charging Top Spinner. The Charging Top Spinner is a product that combines the functions of a fidget spinner and a spinning top, and it is currently being aired as an animation of the same name on MBC TV. Apink members Park Chorong, Yoon Bomi, Kim Namjoo, and Oh Hayoung divided themselves into teams and held a spinning top battle with the new spinner, Charging Top Spinner.

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  2023-07-14

• "Do not touch, it's dazzling" ... Missamo, pre-releases debut song in Japan.

  Twice's first unit, Missamo, has finally unveiled their debut song in Japan. On the 14th, at midnight, Missamo pre-released the title track "Do not touch" along with its music video from their Japanese mini-album "Masterpiece." "Do not touch" is an R&B genre song that highlights the natural charm, individuality, and maturity of Mina, Sana, and Momo. Park Jin-young participated in the lyrics and provided support. The message conveyed is about treating everyone as noble beings and handling them preciously. It is expressed with the concept of warning against touching artworks in a museum. The music video is also garnering attention. The three members exude dazzling visuals and an elegant aura. It felt like witnessing a highly polished piece of art. Missamo will officially release "Masterpiece" on the 26th. It is their first album released as a unit, raising fans' expectations. They are planning to present high-quality music. The album includes a total of seven diverse songs, including "Do not touch" and the pre-released track "Marshmallow," as well as "Funny Valentine," "It's not easy for you," "Rewind You," and "Bouquet." Ahead of the album release, Missamo will hold the "Missamo Japan Showcase 2023." They will meet with fans at Osaka Intex Osaka Hall 5 Exhibition Center in Japan from the 22nd to the 23rd.

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  2023-07-14

• Blackpink's Jisoo sent a fierce gaze.

  On the 11th, fashion magazine Elle unveiled the August issue cover featuring Blackpink's Jisoo. On this day, Jisoo was dressed in an outfit from the 2023 F/W Dior show in Paris. In an interview conducted after the photoshoot, Jisoo shared her thoughts on the world tour "BORN PINK." She expressed, "At the beginning, I wondered if we would be able to handle all the stages. However, as we met fans from different cultural backgrounds with joy, it feels like we've come to the point where only encore concerts remain. The sense of achievement has actually energized me." She revealed her passion for performing. Continuing on, she said, "When I see the pink cheering sticks filling the audience, I get emotional. It's a moment when I can truly feel the love from many people. It's a precious experience that brings various emotions." She expressed gratitude to the fans. In particular, Jisoo showed a professional side, saying, "Since the stage is always a space where unexpected things can happen, I feel more focused and alert than usual. If it seems like time might be delayed, I quickly find alternatives." On the other hand, in her daily life, she mentioned, "I feel happiest when I lie on the couch after finishing my day's work, just before going to bed. That time is really enjoyable," sharing a small relatable sentiment.

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  2023-07-12

• "I've, Pepsi Collaborative Song 'I Want' MV Teaser Released."

  Group IVE has released a music video teaser for their new song in collaboration with global beverage brand Pepsi. On the 11th of last month, Pepsi and their agency, Starship Entertainment, unveiled the music video teaser for IVE's new song "I Want" through their official YouTube channel as part of the "2023 Pepsi Campaign." The released video starts with a scene featuring Ahn Yujin running through passengers with a bright smile in a subway car decorated with Pepsi imagery. Close-up shots of the members' smiles then appear in succession. Through this teaser, a part of the new song "I Want" and its choreography were unveiled for the first time, further exciting global fans. IVE showcased their choreography to the song, dancing with the passengers. The video concludes with a scene of vibrant fireworks bursting in the dark night sky. The collaboration song "I Want" by Pepsi and IVE is a pop number that reinterprets Pepsi's brand identity of "Fun," "Food," and "Festa" through IVE's group image of "confidence," delivering a message of hope and courage to "postpone worries and enjoy each day like a festival." "I Want" will be released through various music platforms on the 13th at 6 p.m.

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  2023-07-12

• Sandara Park, Looks Like She's in Her 20s... Showcases Striking Blonde Transformation in Early Stages.

  On the 5th, Sandara Park shared several photos on her personal social media account with the caption "CONCEPT PHOTO." In the revealed photos, Sandara Park can be seen striking various poses. Her distinct facial features and slim figure harmonize beautifully, eliciting admiration from viewers. Netizens responded with various comments such as "I love you, unnie," "You're so pretty," "Wow, you're stunning from your hair to your makeup to your outfit. Every aspect exudes a different charm." Meanwhile, Sandara Park is set to make a solo comeback on the 12th with her album titled 'Sandara Park.' Fans are eagerly anticipating her new release.

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  2023-07-06

• Blackpink, Hyde Park... BBC Praises as "Making New History."

  Blackpink has dazzled the stage at Hyde Park. On July 2nd, Blackpink successfully performed at the Hyde Park British Summer Time Festival in London, UK. Following their appearance at the Coachella festival in the United States in April, they made another significant mark as the first K-pop artist to headline the renowned music festival in the pop music capital. Hyde Park is a festival where fans and pop stars from various genres such as rock, hip-hop, electronic, and R&B gather to enjoy music together. Despite being their first appearance, Blackpink attracted an audience of 65,000 people (according to BBC's tally), selling out the venue and showcasing their wide popularity and strong ticket power. Entering the stage amid the fiery excitement that filled the venue, Blackpink opened with "Pink Venom," "How You Like That," and "Pretty Savage." They continued with a powerful band sound, overwhelming live performances, and solo stages that maximized the individual charms of each member, from a hit song medley to captivating the audience with their energy. Without a moment of rest, Blackpink ran tirelessly for about 90 minutes, expressing their gratitude to the cheering fans who made the concert unforgettable. They stated, "It is truly an honor to stand on the stage of Hyde Park in the UK. Our dream has come true," conveying their overwhelmed emotions. After the festival, prominent international media outlets highlighted Blackpink's performance. BBC stated, "Blackpink has made history. They are now one of the biggest groups in the world, surpassing K-pop." NME commented, "Although K-pop is not yet the mainstream at British music festivals, everything could change starting with Blackpink's performance." Meanwhile, Blackpink is currently conducting their largest-scale world tour, "BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK]," which is expected to attract around 1.5 million people. After their encore performance in Paris, France on the 15th (local time), they will continue to Vietnam (Hanoi) and the United States (New Jersey, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles).

  • K-Star

  2023-07-06