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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.

7Dec

MYNAME Members’ Contracts Expire, Provide Hope for Future

On December 4, 2019, news circulated that MYNAME disbanded after eight years together. “We would like to sincerely thank the fans for showing their love and support for such a long time. We have ended activities as the group MYNAME, but we...
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5Dec

Call to action! It is time to join ATEEZ’s fellowship in the US

Seoul, South Korea (December 4, 2019) – South Korea’s sensational boy band ATEEZ is ready to take the US by storm and meet their fans through their ATEEZ WORLD TOUR <The Fellowship>: Map The Treasure in the USA starting in...
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5Dec

Autopsy Won’t Be Conducted on Cha In-Ha

Seoul’s Suseo Police are concluding their investigation into Cha In-Ha’s death. The 27-year-old rookie actor and Surprise U member was found dead in his home on December 3, 2019. His manager found Cha unresponsive. Fantagio confirmed the...
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4Dec

Fantagio Releases Statement Regarding Cha In-Ha’s Death

Following the news of Cha In-Ha’s (Lee Jae-Ho) passing, Fantagio released a statement confirming the actor and Surprise U member’s passing. Hello, This is Fantagio. We feel devastated to deliver such heartbreaking and unfortunate...
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3Dec

Rookie Actor, Surprise U Member Cha In Ha Found Dead

On December 3, 2019, rookie actor Cha In Ha, who is also a member of the actor-idol group Surprise U, was found dead. His label, Fantagio, confirmed the police reports via a brief statement, but they did not offer much insight. “We were...
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2Dec

CL to Make First Comeback After Leaving YG Entertainment

On November 8, 2019, former 2NE1 member and leader CL departed YG Entertainment following the end of her exclusive contract with the company. Many praised the move as CL has been kept in the basement for too long with only sporadic rumblings...
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2Dec

Jung Joon-Young, Choi Jong-Hoon Receive Sentences

Trigger Warning: Article discusses sexual assault and rape. Former singers Jung Joon-Young and Choi Jong-Hoon (FTISLAND) received their sentences for gang-rape and taking and distributing videos (molka) involving rape and other sexual acts....
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2Dec

NCT-127 Become First K-Pop Act to Perform During Macy’s Parade

If the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is an annual tradition in your home and you happen to be a K-Pop fan, you may have been surprised to see NCT-127 performing on the LEGO’s Brick-Changer float during the November 28, 2019 installment of...
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2Dec

Jiyoung (KARA) Signs with Key East Entertainment

Former KARA member Kang Jiyoung will be making her return to the Korean acting scene soon! On December 2, 2019, Jiyoung signed with Key East Entertainment to resume activities in South Korea. Since 2014, Jiyoung has been active as an actress...
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1Dec

Taeha and Yeonwoo Leave Momoland; Daisy’s Status Still in Discussion

Coming off their magnificent 2018 breakout year, Momoland have had a relatively quiet 2019, which has been a shock to fans given the group’s mega-popular hits “Bboom Bboom” and “Baam.” This year, they’ve only released “I’m So...
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28Nov

Godfrey Gao Passes Away After Suffering Cardiac Arrest

Fans of the Asian celebrity community suffered another loss November 27, 2019. Taiwanese-Canadian actor and model Godfrey Gao (Gao Yixiang), 35, died Wednesday after collapsing during the filming of Chase Me, a popular Chinese reality TV show...
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25Nov

Police: No Foul Play in Goo Hara’s Passing

On November 25, 2019, police concluded their investigation into singer and actress Goo Hara’s passing. During the press conference, police provided some more details regarding the 28-year-old’s passing and concluded there was no foul...
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25Nov

Family, Agency Set Up Fan Space for Hara’s Farewell; Police Find Possible Note

Following the shocking news that singer and actress Goo Hara, 28, passed away November 24, 2019, her Japanese agency*, Production Ogi, and her family have opted to hold a private funeral and memorial service. Both parties have also decided...
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25Nov

Goo Hara Passes Away

The K-Pop and J-Pop world lost another star as Goo Hara (KARA) was found dead this evening in her home. Hara was found unconscious at her private residence at 6pm KST Sunday November 24, 2019 according to the Gangnam Police Department. Production...
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23Nov

Jongup Signs with a New Agency

Another B.A.P member has found a new home! Jongup, B.A.P’s dancer and vocalist, has signed an exclusive contract with The Groove Company. Jongup and The Groove Company announced the relationship November 21, 2019. “Jongup has...
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