K-PEOPLE - Nov 26, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Kim Sae-ron's mother released evidence claiming the late actress dated Kim Soo-hyun from age 15, including pre-military messages, 2018 exchanges during his service, and a 2024 letter referencing their "5-6 year" relationship.
K-WAVE - Nov 26, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
BLACKPINK's Jennie confirmed to guest on TVING's Transit Love 4 in December during the group's tour break, marking her first variety appearance since May 2025's You Quiz on the Block.
K-WAVE - Nov 26, 2025 AM EST - Hannah
BABYMONSTER, RIIZE's Wonbin, TWS's Shinyu, BOYNEXTDOOR's Leehan, and ZEROBASEONE members will bring Netflix's hit animated film "K-pop Demon Hunters" to life at the 2025 MAMA Awards on November 28-29 in Hong Kong. The Wonder Stage collaboration recreates the film's HUNTR/X vs Saja Boys battle, featuring performances of Grammy-nominated hit "Golden" and "I'll Be You Idol" at Kai Tak Stadium.
K-WAVE - Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
CNBLUE completed their four-show Japan autumn tour in November 2025 celebrating their chart-topping single "Shintouya." The band performed a special Japanese version of "A Sleepless Night" and announced their 2026 world tour "3LOGY" spanning 13 cities across Asia and Oceania starting January 2026 in Seoul.
K-WAVE - Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Taemin's Las Vegas concert on January 16, 2026 sold out in 10 minutes with 200,000 concurrent users attempting to buy tickets. The Dolby Live show follows his Kelly Clarkson Show appearance and precedes his historic Coachella 2026 performance as the only male K-pop solo artist on the lineup.
K-PEOPLE - Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Legendary South Korean actor Lee Soon-jae, known as the "national TV dad," died at age 91 on November 25, 2025, from pneumonia after a seven-decade career spanning over 140 dramas including "High Kick!" and "What Is Love?". The veteran performer became the oldest actor to win the KBS Drama Awards Grand Prize in January 2025 for "Dog Knows Everything," cementing his legacy as one of Korea's most beloved entertainment icons.
K-WAVE - Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
N.Flying drummer Kim Jaehyun returns to acting with a lead role in the upcoming youth romantic comedy "Romance's Absolute Value," directed by Lee Tae-gon, marking his first project since completing military service in February 2025. The drama features Jaehyun as an English teacher alongside actress Kim Hyang-gi, continuing his dual career in both music and acting as N.Flying celebrates their 10th anniversary.
K-WAVE - Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
CRAVITY won Best Stage and Best Artist 10 awards at the 2025 Korea Grand Music Awards on November 14, just days after releasing their epilogue album "Dare to Crave: Epilogue" with title track "Lemonade Fever," adding to their impressive collection of performance awards throughout 2024-2025.
K-WAVE - Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
K-pop girl group ILLIT released their first single album "NOT CUTE ANYMORE" on November 24, marking a dramatic shift from their bright debut concept to a mature reggae-pop sound with subdued performances, just eight months after their viral debut hit "Magnetic" became the first K-pop debut song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100.
K-WAVE - Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Korean sibling duo AKMU will leave YG Entertainment in December 2025 after 12 years, with executive producer Yang Hyun Suk personally encouraging them to pursue independence and establish their own label.
K-WAVE - Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
RIIZE released their second single album "Fame" on November 24, 2025, marking their first venture into rage-style hip-hop while delivering a message that authentic human connection matters more than celebrity status. The three-track release follows their triple million-seller album "Odyssey" and showcases a darker, more aggressive sound than the SM Entertainment group's typical emotional pop style.
K-WAVE - Nov 23, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
IVE's 2022 hit "After LIKE" has surpassed 200 million streams on Billboard Japan, becoming the group's third song to reach this milestone alongside "ELEVEN" and "LOVE DIVE." The Starship Entertainment group continues their momentum in Japan following sold-out Tokyo Dome performances and the recent launch of their second world tour "SHOW WHAT I AM."
K-WAVE - Nov 23, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
The 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards takes place December 6-7 at Kaohsiung National Stadium in Taiwan with global broadcast coverage through MTN, Weverse, and regional platforms across Asia, featuring 23 K-pop acts and top Korean actors. The sold-out two-day event includes a 300-minute awards ceremony hosted by Lee Junho and Jang Wonyoung, followed by the ACON 2025 festival with performances from 13 acts.
K-WAVE - Nov 23, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Xdinary Heroes concluded their "Beautiful Mind" world tour with three sold-out concerts at Jamsil Indoor Stadium from November 21-23, marking a major career milestone just under four years after their December 2021 debut. The JYP Entertainment rock band's emotional performances featured new material from their seventh mini-album "LXVE to DEATH," theatrical production elements, and powerful instrumental solos that showcased their rapid ascent in Korea's rock scene.
K-WAVE - Nov 23, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
NewJeans members are returning to ADOR after losing a year-long legal battle, with the Seoul court ruling their contract remains valid through 2029, while ADOR intensifies legal action against deepfake creators who exploited the members' images. A 21-year-old man was fined $10,200 for creating and distributing deepfake pornography of members Haerin, Hanni, and Minji, as the agency pursues a zero-tolerance policy against online harassment.
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