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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16Jul
[UPDATE] Actor Kang Ji-Hwan Admits to All Charges; Victim Tried to Call Police 13 Times
On July 9, 2019, actor Kang Ji-Hwan (Joseon Survival, Be Strong, Geum-Soon!, 90 Days, Time to Love), 42, was apprehended at his Gwanju home for âindecent assault.â According to reports, Kang and two outsourced female staffers went out for... Read More
15Jul
BTS Named to Forbesâ Highest Paid Entertainers List
Forbes recently released their âCelebrity 100â list that details the worldâs highest paid entertainers. This yearâs list calculated pre-tax earnings between June 2018-June 2019 and counts income before fees for managers, lawyers, and... Read More
15Jul
BTS to Become Second K-Pop Act to Perform Solo Concert in Saudi Arabia
Fresh off the heels of Super Juniorâs groundbreaking tour stop in Saudi Arabia, Big Hit Entertainment announced that BTS will perform in the kingdom this coming October! BTS will bring the Speak Yourself stadium tour to Saudi Arabia, making... Read More
15Jul
BTS to Receive Star on Dubaiâs Walk of Fame
Earlier in July 2019, Dubai Stars announced that BTS will have a star on the Dubai Walk of Fame. BTS were selected to have a star following a Dubai Stars project fan vote. Starting in March, fans had an opportunity to vote for the group using... Read More
15Jul
Super Junior Successfully Wrap Saudi Arabian Concert
Super Junior made history July 12, 2019 when they became the first K-Pop act to perform in Saudi Arabia. Super Junior ‘s welcoming video display from Arab ELF. SJ are shinning in the sky of Jeddah ?â¨... Read More
15Jul
T.O.P First BIGBANG Member Discharged from the Military
On July 6, 2019, BIGBANGâs T.O.P was discharged from his mandatory military service. When T.O.P enlisted as a conscripted police officer February 9, 2017, he was set to be discharged November 8, 2018. However, the actor/rapper was wrapped... Read More
12Jul
J-Pop Music Mogul Johnny Kitagawa dies at 87
Hiromu Kitagawa was born and raised in Los Angeles, and served in the U.S military during the Korean War. Kitagawa later worked at the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo, where he was inspired to promote boy bands after seeing the movie West Side Story.... Read More
12Jul
Kangin Leaves Super Junior
In news that isnât surprising, Kangin announced his departure from Super Junior. Kangin has been plagued with a bevy of scandals involving alcohol including drinking and driving and an alleged bar brawl. E.L.F have started petitions and... Read More
11Jul
Actor Kang Ji-Hwan Accused of Sexual Assault, âIndecent Assaultâ
South Korean actor Kang Ji-Hwan (Jo Tae-Gyu) was arrested July 9, 2019 on suspicions of sexual assault according to reports. The 42-year-old actor, who is known for his roles in Be Strong, Geum-Soon!, Monster, Coffee House, and Incarnation... Read More
5Jul
Shinhwaâs Minwoo Accused of Sexual Harassment; Complaint to be Withdrawn
Shinhwaâs Lee Minwoo has been accused of sexual harassment following a June 29, 2019 bar incident. Lee was at a Gangnam-bar with other celebrity friends according to reports. While there, Lee and his party approached two women in their... Read More
5Jul
Park Yoochun Receives Sentence
Former TVXQ and JYJ member Park Yoochun received his sentence for buying and taking drugs. On July 2, 2019, Park received a sentence of two years of probation and fined 1.4 million KRW (around $1200 USD) at the conclusion of his trial for... Read More
30Jun
[UPDATE] Police Confirm Jeon Mi-Seonâs Cause of Death; Agency Releases Statement
Following their investigation, Jeonbuk Police confirmed that Jeon Mi-Seon, 48, committed suicide in her hotel room June 29, 2019. The police provided a statement regarding their findings following initial reports that the award-winning... Read More
28Jun
Korean Quintet W24, Scheduled to make comeback with new song âSolfamiredoâ on July 1st
We are happy to announce that fans of Korean band W24 can expect to cool off the heat this season with their addictive new single âSolfamiredoâ â and a Latin America tour is also on the horizon for the band this September. W24 is due to... Read More
27Jun
Song-Song Couple Head Toward Divorce
Some tales donât always end in happily ever after⌠The celebrated and much-loved âSong-Song Couple,â Song Hye-Kyo and Song Joong-Ki, are headed toward divorce after two years of marriage. The pair, who held leading roles in the... Read More
27Jun
[UPDATE] Himchan Officially Charged with Sexual Assault; Trial Set for July
On June 24, 2019, Yonhap News reported that the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office indicted B.A.Pâs Kim Himchan on sexual assault charges that stemmed from a July 24, 2018 incident. The news of the incident initially broke in... Read More
24Jun
Tiffany Young Announces âMagnetic Moonâ North American Tour
Starting in October 2019, Tiffany Young (SNSD) will embark on her multi-city North American tour! Youngâs Magnetic Moon tour will bring her to 18 cities across the United States and Canada. Concert goers that register on the Tunespeak... Read More
16Jun
Yang Hyun-Suk and His Brother Resign from YG Entertainment
Following yet another scandal involving YG Entertainment artists, Yang Hyun-Suk resigned from the company June 14, 2019. Yang Hyun-Suk announced his resignation through a statement. This is Yang Hyun-Suk. I am so sorry to the fans who... Read More
16Jun
B.I Departs iKON; YG Contract Terminated Following Drug Scandal
On June 12, 2019, Dispatch reported that iKONâs leader, B.I, allegedly attempted to purchase drugs back in 2016. The report showed text messages and information that purportedly show B.I. tried to purchase LSD and that the police didnât... Read More
16Jun
[UPDATE] Chansung Begins Military Service
On June 11, 2019, 2PMâs Chansung entered the recruit base camp for the 5th Infantry Division at Yeoncheon of Gyeonggi Province. He is the last member to enlist; Junho enlisted in May. In late May, JYP and Chansung both confirmed his... Read More
11Jun
Singer, Actor Hyungsik Enlists
Former ZE:A member and award-winning actor Hyungsik (High Society, Strong Girl Bong-Soon, Suits) has reported to boot camp for his mandatory military service. Hyungsik reported to his command post for four weeks of basic training June 10,... Read More
11Jun
