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.
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, Punjabi’s passing was suicide by hanging. On Thursday December 26, 2019, Punjabi’s... Read More
29Dec
Song Seung-Hyun Departs FTisland, Shifts Focus to Acting
FTisland has lost another member. Song Seung-Hyun, the group’s guitarist, opted to not renew his contract with FNC Entertainment. The entertainment company announced Song’s departure via a statement. Hello, this is FNC... Read More
29Dec
Lee Jae-Jin to Enlist in January
FTisland’s 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 Velvet’s Wendy Seriously Injured Following Fall
Red Velvet’s Wendy has a long road to recovery ahead after sustaining severe injuries following a fall at the SBS Gayo Daejeon rehearsals. “During 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 Mirae’s 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 “The Movie Star Tour”
If you’re a fan of BewhY, then you’re 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 2019 Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games)! During the surfing competition December 6, 2019, the men’s longboard surfing semifinals took place at Monaliza Point, La Union in northern Philippines.... Read More
9Dec
Pentagon’s Yan An Ready to Return; Cube Entertainment Showing Reluctance?
Is there trouble brewing between Pentagon’s Chinese member Yan An and Cube Entertainment? Some Universe (Pentagon’s 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
Kang Daniel Suspends Activities to Take Care of Mental Health
Fans of Kang Daniel expressed concern after the rookie star posted alarming messages on social media recently. Since then, Kang’s independent label, Konnect Entertainment, announced that the 22-year-old will be taking a break from... Read More
7Dec
Stray Kids Announce Dates, Locations for U.S Portion of World Tour
In 2020, the JYP Entertainment male group will embark on their first-ever world tour! Opportunities to see Stray Kids in concert are coming to U.S. cities near you! The “District 9: Unlock” tour’s U.S. leg will kick off in January... Read More
7Dec
[UPDATE] Jung Joon-Young, Choi Jonghun Appeal Their Jail Sentences
On December 2, 2019, former singers Jung Joon-Young and Choi Jonghun (FTIsland) received their sentences for gang rape and the distribution of molka. Since the announcement, both Jung and Choi, through their legal representatives, filed to... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
2Dec
