Our latest and most important updates and developments in the K-Pop industry articles. These updates may include new releases and performances by K-Pop artists, announcements of new tours and projects, and updates on the personal lives of K-Pop artists.
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14Jan
EXOâs Chen Announces Engagement, Baby News
EXO-L received some shocking but happy news on January 13, 2020 when EXOâs Chen announced he and his non-celebrity girlfriend will be getting married soon. This news was layered with news that he will soon be a father! âIt is true that... Read More
7Jan
Parasite Becomes First Korean Film to Win a Golden Globe
Following Awkwafinaâs historic win for âBest Actress in a Motion Picture, Comedy, or Musicalâ category, another historical win occurred! Bong Joon Hoâs global hit film, Parasite, became the first Korean film to win the âBest Foreign... Read More
6Jan
Awkwafina Makes History at Golden Globes
If you watch award shows, you may have caught the 2020 Golden Globes January 5, 2020. If you did, history was made in the âBest Actress in a Motion Picture Comedy or Musicalâ category! Actress and rapper Awkwafina (Nora Lum) won the... Read More
3Jan
TWICEâs Nayeon Allegedly Being Stalked; Stalker Subdued on the Groupâs Flight
2019 hasnât been a kind year for JYP Entertainmentâs super girl-group TWICE. With Momo being wrapped up in dating rumors and Mina halting activities to deal with an anxiety disorder, the girls have not had it easy. In addition to Momo and... Read More
3Jan
Shinhwaâs Minwoo Cleared of Sexual Harassment Charges
In July 2019, Shinhwaâs Minwoo was accused of sexual harassment following an incident at a bar June 29, 2019. According to the initial report, Minwoo went up to two women and forcibly kissed them. “I went too overboard with jokes... Read More
3Jan
Sungah (9Muses) Announces Pregnancy
If you were a fan of 9Muses, you have some exciting news to celebrate as former member Sungah (2013-2017) announced she is expecting a baby this coming March! Sungah made the announcement made the announcement on Instagram by sharing an... Read More
3Jan
TWICEâs Momo, Super Juniorâs Heechul Dating
Following months of speculation, JYP Entertainment and Label SJ finally confirmed what many fans suspected: TWICEâs Momo and Super Juniorâs Heechul are dating! Rumors surrounding the pairing started in August 2019 when Netizens started... Read More
3Jan
Former Super Junior Member, Hangeng, Weds
Congratulations are in order to start off the New Year! On December 31, 2019, former Super Junior member, Hangeng (2005-2009), married Hong Kong-American actress Celina Jade in New Zealand. The pair met back in 2017 at the Golden Rooster and... Read More
1Jan
Lee Hi Leaves YG Entertainment
After eight years with the agency, Lee Hi will be parting ways with YG Entertainment. “With the end of Lee Hi’s contract coming and after considerable discussions with Lee Hi, we’ve decided to cheer on our different... Read More
29Dec
Raina Departs Pledis Entertainment
On December 27, 2019, singer-songwriter Raina (Oh Hye-Rin) opted to leave Pledis Entertainment following the expiration of her exclusive contract with the company. Pledis Entertainment confirmed the news via a statement. Raina’s... Read More
29Dec
Bollywood Actor Kushal Punjabi Found Dead; Suicide Suspected
Sadness has descended upon Bollywood this holiday season as actor Kushal Punjabi, 37*, passed away in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. According to sources, Punjabiâs passing was suicide by hanging. On Thursday December 26, 2019, Punjabiâs... Read More
29Dec
Song Seung-Hyun Departs FTisland, Shifts Focus to Acting
FTisland has lost another member. Song Seung-Hyun, the groupâs guitarist, opted to not renew his contract with FNC Entertainment. The entertainment company announced Songâs departure via a statement. Hello, this is FNC... Read More
29Dec
Lee Jae-Jin to Enlist in January
FTislandâs Lee Jae-Jin will be enlisting in the New Year! FNC Entertainment confirmed that Lee will enlist January 21, 2020. After completing basic training, Lee will serve as an active-duty soldier. Lee will be the second FTisland member... Read More
27Dec
Red Velvetâs Wendy Seriously Injured Following Fall
Red Velvetâs Wendy has a long road to recovery ahead after sustaining severe injuries following a fall at the SBS Gayo Daejeon rehearsals. âDuring rehearsals for her individual performance for 2019 SBS Gayo Daejeon, Wendy fell from the... Read More
25Dec
Ab6ix World Tour Dates, Cities Announced
In October 2019, rookie group Ab6ix announced they would embark on their first world tour. On December 20, the dates and locations were finally revealed. The 6ixense world tour kicked off November 9 in Seoul, South Korea. The European leg... Read More
15Dec
FNC Announce LinLin, Kokoro, and Miraeâs Cherry Bullet Departure
On December 13, 2019, FNC Entertainment announced that rookie girl group Cherry Bullet will now promote as a seven-member group as Kokoro, LinLin, and Mirae have departed the group and company. FNC Entertainment released a statement with the news.... Read More
13Dec
BewhY Headed to North America for 2020 âThe Movie Star Tourâ
If youâre a fan of BewhY, then youâre in for a treat starting January 2020! The rising rap star will embark on his second North American tour following the release of his The Movie Star album. He previously toured the U.S in 2017 during... Read More
9Dec
Veteran Singer Accused of Sexual Assault
Popular veteran singer, Kim Gun-Mo, 51, has been accused of sexual assault. As shared on the YouTube channel Garo Sero Institute, lawyer Kang Yong Suk and former reporter Kim Yong Ho stated that an anonymous woman came forward with... Read More
9Dec
Filipino Surfer Strikes Double Gold After Helping Competitor
Sportsmanship was on full display during the 2019Â Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games)! During the surfing competition December 6, 2019, the menâs longboard surfing semifinals took place at Monaliza Point, La Union in northern Philippines.... Read More
9Dec
Pentagonâs Yan An Ready to Return; Cube Entertainment Showing Reluctance?
Is there trouble brewing between Pentagonâs Chinese member Yan An and Cube Entertainment? Some Universe (Pentagonâs fandom name) seem worried. Yan An, who is currently taking a break from activities due to unspecified health reasons, took to his... Read More
9Dec
