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Son Ye Jin, Hyun Bin to Take Legal Action Over Divorce Rumors
Following rumors the pair was headed toward divorce, actress Son Ye Jin and actor Hyun Bin opted to take legal action against those spreading the false information. Earlier in March, the YouTube channel 1 Minute Issue (1분이슈) posted a... Read More
TXT Named Lollapalooza Headliner; NEWJEANS, NIKI, The Rose Among Asian Representation
Lollapalooza organizers released the artist lineup for this year’s festival held in Chicago’s Grant Park. The annual event often brings a wide-range of artists to the Chicago-area. From Pop to Hip-Hop, Rock to Punk, Lollapalooza... Read More
Baron Departs VAV
A-Team’s male idol group VAV is down another member as Baron opted to depart the group and the company. On March 10, A-Team released a statement confirming Baron’s departure. Hello. This is A-Team Entertainment. We inform you that VAV... Read More
Rumor: Nine Muses, Nine Muses-A 2023 Comeback Plans in Motion
Another second-generation girl group may be making a comeback! On March 21, JBTC announced Nine Muses (often stylized as 9Muses) and their sub-unit Nine Muses-A are supposedly in talks to make comebacks in the coming months, with Nine Muses-A... Read More
Se7en, Lee Da-hae Announce Upcoming Nuptials
Singer Se7en (Choi Dong Wook) and his long-time girlfriend, actress Lee Da-hae announced they will be getting married in May! Se7en and Lee both shared the news on Instagram. Se7ven said: Hello, this is SE7EN. 2023 marks 20 years since my... Read More
Time Traveller KIM WOO SEOK returns on April 3rd…New album [Blank Page] Comeback Scheduler Revealed
– KIM WOO SEOK reveals 4th Mini Album comeback scheduler in clock form – The 4th album in time succeeded in making people curious about the time traveler concept. Singer KIM WOO SEOK unveiled the comeback scheduler on his... Read More
From Capcom’s latest game ‘Exoprimal’, Japanese group Da-iCE release theme song ‘Funky Jumping’! Dance performance video also out now!
Press images Download & streaming links Dance performance video ‘Exoprimal’ game trailer ‘Funky Jumping’, the latest track from Japanese boyband Da-iCE, has been used as the theme tune to ‘Exoprimal’, the new team-based multiplayer... Read More
Japan’s AmPm team up with BBC-approved up-and-comer RAENE on new single, out today! Check out the fast-paced drum & bass tone of ‘Sweet Escape feat. RAENE’
Download & streaming links Performance video Having made their debut in 2017 with the hit single ‘Best Part of Us’, Japanese masked production unit AmPm have won fans all around the world. Today, March 17, AmPm have released ‘Sweet... Read More
The general of a Shut- In Vampire Princess–Born explosively!? It will be on air in October 2023!
“The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess” is a very popular Japanese light novel series which was written by Kotei Kobayashi originally and illustrated by Riichu. This work won the award of excellence at the GA Bunko Grand Prix. The... Read MoreFeatured Interviews

KCrush Interview With Huiii
Huiii는 한국의 여성 R&B 보컬로 몽환적인 분위기로 자신만의 세상을 만들어가고 있다. 현재 개인 발매곡은 5곡 정도며 다수 곡에 피처링으로 참여했다. Huiii is a Korean female R&B... Read More
KCrush Interview With Dahlia Kim
Dahlia Kim is a talented singer-songwriter who made her debut in December 2020 with the single album “Ocean Wave.” Her music is rooted in R&B, and she has released follow-up singles such as “Don’t Know,”... Read More
KCRUSH Interview with JUNNY
From writing and composing songs to becoming a sensational figure and label in the K-Pop industry, JUNNY has made such an unmatchable impression as an artist. The Korean-Canadian singer and songwriter is not only making a buzz in the South... Read More
KCrush Interview With Soseo
Singer-songwriter Soseo freely expresses emotions that many people can relate to through music. In the past, while working as a model under the name of ‘SHUUU’, she prepared an album and released her debut song ‘Candy’... Read More
KCrush Interview with Atsushi Okada
途方もない夢がかなうと不思議な気持ちになる。岡田敦は写真探求の末、野生の馬が生息する幻の島「ユルリ島」に導かれた。KCrush America... Read More
KCrush Interview With Luli Lee
Luli Lee started her music career as a bassist for the band “Bye Bye Badman” in 2011, debuting impressively in the scene. As an active solo singer-songwriter, her music, which is composed of rhythmic yet delicate bass lines and... Read More
KCrush Interview with CORBYN
Corbyn, under 28 LABORATORY label, is soaring high in his music career. In an in-depth interview, we get to understand Corbyn’s music composition and production, meaning behind his lyrical pieces including “Burn”, and interaction with... Read More
KCrush Interview with Queenz Eye
Queenz Eye is the newest band in town rocking the K-pop entertainment arena. The 6-member girl group debuted with their electric “Queenz Table” mini-album on 24th October, 2022. It’s barely been 2 months since these queens entered the... Read More
KCrush Interview with Travis Yee
Travis Yee Haw is breaking barriers with his country music vibe. The reputable “Asian country singer” Tiktoker and “The Cowboy” from Fox TV’s “I Can See Your Voice – Season 1” is making quite a statement in the... Read More
Best 3rd Generation K-Dramas
After the 2nd K-drama generation gained a solid footing in the international entertainment industry, Korean writers started gaining an audience for their twisted and heart-wrenching plots. The ensuing 3rd K-drama generation between 2000 and 2009... Read More
Best K-indie Artists
Just like K-Pop, K-Indie is making such a buzz not only in Korea but on the international music industry. The Korean indie industry has over the years gained massive fans, especially since most k-Indie artists have their musical pieces in English... Read More
Best 2nd Generation K-Dramas
After the 1980s K-drama triumphant entry in the international scene, the 2nd generation of K-dramas stormed the entertainment industry with more complex, captivating, and out of this world storyline and acting skills. With the world becoming... Read More
Five Girl Groups to Watch in 2023
It’s hard to believe it’s February already, but here we are! With a month behind us already, it’s time to consider who we should keep our eyes on throughout the year. While 2022 was the year of NEWJEANS and Le Sserafim, 2023 may provide us... Read More
Best 1st Generation K-Dramas
Although Korean dramas started airing in the 1950s, the K-drama wave began within the early 1980s, especially with the introduction of color television and a surge in Korean broadcasting companies. The steadily enhancements in industrialization and... Read More
South Korean Artists Who’ve Performed in North Korea
Relations between North and South Korea have been frosty for decades. The two Koreas are still technically at war, engaging in more of a frozen conflict currently. While the countries do not get along and tempers have flared over the years,... Read More
Best 2nd Generation K-Pop Groups
K-Pop idols have been a core aspect in the spread of the Korean wave, ALSOfamously known as Hallyu wave. The 2nd generation of K-Pop groups, ranging from around 2003 to 2011, was amongst the most contributors to the global spread of Hallyu... Read More
4 Underrated Co-ed K-Pop groups
The facet of co-ed group is a rare phenomenon in the K-Pop world. However, the existing co-ed groups have showcased their diversity and earned respect in the K-Pop entertainment industry. Some of the legendary groups that laid a solid... Read More
4th Generation K-Pop Groups
The 4th generation of K-Pop groups is made up of bands that debuted from 2017 to date. With the successful globalization of the 3rd generation groups, the ensuing 4th generation are taking the world by storm. Not only are these newbies... Read More
Say Yes – Where Are They Now?
Say Yes was a 5-member boy band debuted in July 2013 under Music Factory Entertainment agency with the hit single “Feel Good”. The band lived up to its “optimistic ambiance” meaning behind its title by sweeping fans of their feet with... Read More
Where Are They Now?
Growing, dominating and existing for the longest time possible in the entertainment industry is every celebrity’s dream. The K-Pop industry is known for its robust debut of K-Pop artists through hit songs characterized by top notch vocals,... Read More
Where Are They Now? – K-Pop Idols Who Left Their Groups or Had Their Groups Resolved
K-Pop icons stars have the pleasure of enjoying the benefits that come with their stardom including a massive following for being in the spotlight, privacy, and countless endorsement opportunities among others. The pleasures and fame are... Read More
Where Are They Now – Male K-Pop Groups Edition
When K-Pop idols debut, there are a wide range of variables that can affect the future of their careers. Some K-Pop groups might last a decade or more, while others seem to fizzle within a year or two of their debut. And, with that being... Read More
Heartfelt Harmony For Honey Lee 2020
Photo from her instagram @honey_lee32 The raising of a star Being as her mother is a Doctor of Korean Music History at a prestigious university and her father a senior officer in the National Intelligence Service, Lee Ha Nui, also known as... Read More
GUSHING FOR GIRLS GENERATION 2019
Everybody who loves K-Pop knows who Girls’ Generation are – they are called the Nation’s Girlgroup for a reason. Legendary hit singles such as, “Into The New World”, “Gee” – according to Melon, it’s considered as the “Song... Read More
Raving For Ravi 2019
If you’ve by any chance clicked on this article without knowing who Ravi is, fear not and let me introduce you to this Kpop star! Best known by his stage name Ravi, Kim Won-sik is the main rapper, lead dancer, lyrics writer and composer for... Read More
Soaring with Psy in 2019
A photo of Psy from his Instagram account @42psy42. Crazy about music, dancing & performing Park Jae-sang, better known under his stage name Psy, stormed into the international music charts in 2012 with his worldwide hit single ‘Gangnam... Read More
No More Tears with Kwon Sang Woo In 2019
A still of Kwon Sang Woo from the 2018 Kdrama ‘Queen of Mystery 2’. Riding the Hallyu wave Best known across Asia for his lead role in the Kdrama ‘Stairway to Heaven’, South Korean actor Kwon Sang Woo first started out as a... Read More
Read yourself into the K-pop Trainee World with Help from Jessica Jung
Have you ever wanted to explore the world of k-pop trainees? But more than just research, you wanted to walk a day in the kicks of an idol in training? Now you have your chance thanks to Jessica Jung, an inside source in the industry. Jessica Jung... Read More
Tell Her She’s Lovely – An Anthology By Dhara Singh
Dhara Singh is a New Jersey based South Asian author and financial journalist. She holds a Master’s degree from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. Tell Her She’s Lovely, an Anthology is her first book. When... Read More
The Power of Nunchi: The Korean Secret to Happiness and Success
The Power of Nunchi: The Korean Secret to Happiness and Success is out. Translation rights have been sold in 17 regions, and this US release comes on the heels of a triumphant debut in the UK and France. What is nunchi? To find out, read... Read More
While you were sleeping
While You Were Sleeping is about a woman who sees through her dreams of terrible things that will happen to people in the future and a prosecutor who tries to prevent them from happening. Nam Hong Joo Has the ability to dream about... Read More
Boys Over Flowers
Boys Over Flowers is a 2009 Korean drama based on Japanese shōjo manga Hana Yori Dango, created by Yoko Kamio. It is also... Read More
Why Twenty Five Twenty One Was So Special
Twenty Five Twenty One was one of the biggest dramas of 2022. I had it on my list for some time, and finally got around to it. It started slow for me, and then around episode 5 it became a binge. This drama was addictive because it had a good... Read More
Rating 2022’s Debuts: Girl Group Edition
2022 has ended, so it’s that time of the year where we (and everyone else) do their “year-in-review” segments. Kcrush kicks off our year-in-review segments by rating the debuts from 2022. It should be prefaced that many K-Pop songs in recent... Read More
Indigo: A Review of RM’s First Full-Length Solo Album
I cannot fully describe the level of excitement I had for this album. I am a huge fan of RM’s Mono, a mixtape that has stood the test of time and four years later is still one of my favorites. How does Indigo fair? Here’s my review.... Read More
Ambitious Sound of Magic a Conversation Starter with Some Holes
Spoiler Warning: Review talks about key moments in the drama Trigger Warning: Review mentions self-harm, suicide, and abuse As one 2022’s most buzzworthy dramas, The Sound of Magic has plenty of promise. Based on the webtoon The Sound of... Read More
Relatable ‘Turning Red’ Fun, Nostalgia-Filled Imperfection
Post contains spoilers Turning Red, a film about a 13-year-old Chinese-Canadian girl Meilin Lee (Rosalie Chiang), is a groundbreaking film on many levels. It’s the first time a woman solo-directed a film in Pixar’s history woman (Domee... Read More
There And Back Again: A Review of Eric Nam’s Reflective Album
Eric Nam just keeps getting better and better! His latest album, There And Back Again, is a lovely culmination of Eric’s sheer talent and musical expertise. He is no stranger to the pop world but is especially making waves as he is... Read More
Woosung’s Incredible First Full-Length Album “Genre”
As one of the lead singers for The Rose, Woosung is an incredible vocalist. With a unique and recognizable sound, he has made waves with his first solo full-length album. I first encountered him on the Itaewon Class OST for his track, “You... Read More
The Silent Sea is Worth The Hype
Following the huge popularity of Squid Game, I thought this might be the next big thing. Though Single’s Inferno (a reality dating show) seemed to take the cake, The Silent Sea was still a great watch and here’s why (spoilers ahead).... Read More