K-WAVE - Jul 09, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
BTS's Jimin has made Billboard history by becoming the longest-charting K-pop soloist on the Hot 100, with his song "Who" spending 32 consecutive weeks on the chart and surpassing PSY's "Gangnam Style" record. This achievement occurred while Jimin was completing his mandatory military service, from which he was discharged in June 2025.
Tech - Jul 09, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
Dream Age has released a teaser page for "Architect: Land of Exile," an Unreal Engine 5-powered MMORPG developed by Aquatree that features seamless open-world exploration and unlimited movement mechanics, set for release in 2025.
US - Jul 08, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
Netflix's animated film "KPop Demon Hunters" has become a cultural phenomenon with a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score and record-breaking chart success, positioning it as a serious 2026 Oscar contender while its fictional K-pop groups outperform real artists on music charts.
K-WAVE - Jul 08, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
SEVENTEEN members Hoshi and Woozi will enlist for mandatory military service on September 15-16, 2025, making them the third and fourth members to serve after completing their final activities including the "HOSHI X WOOZI FAN CONCERT [WARNING]" tour.
K-WAVE - Jul 08, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
Korean supernatural comedy "The Devil Moved In" starring Im Yoona and Ahn Bo-hyun will be released on August 13, 2025, reuniting the successful creative team behind the 2019 hit "Exit" for a story about a young man who takes a bizarre job monitoring his neighbor's demonic transformations.
K-WAVE - Jul 08, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
RIIZE's first solo concert tour "RIIZING LOUD" kicked off with three sold-out nights at Seoul's KSPO Dome, drawing over 31,000 fans and featuring an elaborate ship-themed stage design that transformed the venue into a maritime odyssey. The performances showcased the six-member group's growth from rookies to K-pop's next generation leaders, with standout moments including fan sing-alongs during "Love 119" and covers of EXO's "Monster" and TVXQ's "HUG."
Tech - Jul 07, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
ASUS's four-day "Zensation" popup in Seoul's trendy Seongsu district drew over 4,000 visitors who experienced hands-on demos of the ultra-lightweight Zenbook A14 laptop through interactive activities like weight-balancing games and AI-powered t-shirt design workshops. The successful experiential marketing event showcased the 978-gram laptop's portability and AI features across three floors of the popular Stage35 venue.
Tech - Jul 07, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
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K-PEOPLE - Jul 07, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
BTS member V has achieved the #3 position globally on HypeAuditor's most influential Instagram users ranking, placing him ahead of celebrities like Selena Gomez and behind only football superstars Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. With 68.07 million followers and a remarkable 20.6% engagement rate, he gained 1.22 million new followers in just 25 days following his military discharge in June 2025.
K-WAVE - Jul 07, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
BLACKPINK launched their Deadline World Tour on July 5-6, 2025 at Goyang Stadium, becoming the first K-pop girl group to headline the venue while debuting their new song "Jump" for 80,000 fans. The concerts marked their first group performance in nearly three years and kicked off a 31-show global stadium tour running through January 2026.
K-PEOPLE - Jul 03, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
Kim Hye-im transformed from a corporate engineer to one of K-pop's most successful female CEOs, building Beat Interactive from a basement office into a major entertainment company managing artists like Forestella and NEWBEAT. Her content-first philosophy and authentic leadership style have made her a standout figure in the male-dominated K-pop industry.
K-WAVE - Jul 03, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
2NE1 leader CL has been holding private meetings with YG Entertainment's Yang Hyun-suk since their successful reunion tour, sparking fan speculation about a potential 2025 comeback as evidence mounts including trademark renewals, cryptic studio posts, and hints about new music being "in consideration."
K-WAVE - Jul 03, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
Jeon Somi is making a dramatic comeback on July 7th with her new single "EXTRA," showcasing a bold transformation from her previous colorful "high teen" image to a mature, edgy aesthetic with armor-inspired visuals. The release marks her first music in 11 months and will be followed by her "CHAOS" fan meeting tour across Asia.
K-PEOPLE - Jul 03, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk donated ₩5 billion ($3.6 million) to Seoul National University for rebuilding its cultural center, with the groundbreaking ceremony held July 3, 2025. This contribution is part of his broader philanthropic efforts totaling over ₩10 billion since 2020, focusing on education and youth support.
K-WAVE - Jul 01, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah
The hit Korean webtoon "Eleceed" with 1.42 billion global views is getting an anime adaptation in 2026, produced by Academy Award-nominated DandeLion Animation Studio with top-tier creators including director Hiroshi Nishikiori and My Hero Academia's Yousuke Kuroda.
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