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Where Are They Now? – PLAYBACK

August 25, 2025 | 11279 Visits

25Aug

Where Are They Now? – PLAYBACK

PLAYBACK (플레이백) debuted in 2015 with the single “Playback”.  Despite strong talent and fan support, the group went inactive by 2018 and unofficially disbanded soon after. Since then, the members have branched into acting, solo music,... Read More
18Aug

Beyond K-Pop – Korea’s Growing Partnership with Africa

Beyond K-Pop and KDramas, Korea is shaping global development by building strong ties with Africa. Over the years, Korea has worked alongside several African countries to offer a lending hand is various sectors including health. Below are some of... Read More
4Aug

5 Kdramas to Watch this August 2025

Looking for the perfect k-dramas to binge on this August? Whether you are craving heart-fluttering moments, rime-travel, riveting fantasy, or a unique twist of royalty, these 5 k-dramas will keep you hooked. 1. My Lovely Journey Launching in... Read More
28Jul

Gone But Not Forgotten: Honoring K-Pop & K-Drama Stars Lost In Early 2025

The year 2025 has been marked by an overwhelming sense of grief in the Korean entertainment world. The sorrow began early with the heartbreaking deaths of veteran actor Lee Yoon Hee, beloved singer Song Dae Kwan, and actress Kim Sae Ron, whose... Read More
18Jul

[BREAKING] We Need to Talk…

Trigger Warning: Article discusses suicide and depression. Please scroll to the bottom of the article for links and numbers to helpful sources. You are not alone. On December 18, 2017, many heard the news that SHINee’s Kim Jonghyun... Read More
13Jun

22 Best 4th Generation K-Dramas

Kdramas have continued to evolve, and the 4th generation – spanning from around 2018 to 2023- brought its fresh storytelling, standout acting, and unforgettable soundtracks. The era introduced bold themes and global stars. Here are 22 of the best... Read More
10Jun

Making Space for Blerds: Dream Con Creates a Place for Blerds to Heal

Dream Con logo, DreamCon.com Dream Con 2025 came to my hometown, Houston, Texas, from May 30th to June 1st. It is the largest and fastest growing Black-owned anime and gaming convention in the United States where Blerds can celebrate and indulge in... Read More
9Jun

Where Are They Now? – PUNCH

PUNCH was once at the forefront of the entertainment industry, making waves with their powerful performances and unique sound. Known for their emotionally charged ballads and dynamic collaborations, PUNCH built a reputation for producing hit after... Read More
21Mar

Mind Map: Hyper Knife

‘Hyper Knife’ K-drama is a gripping 2025 South Korean medical crime thriller that follows the intense rivalry between two highly skilled neurosurgeons. Once mentor and protégé, their relationship turns into a fierce battle fueled by... Read More
19Mar

5 Netflix K-dramas to watch in April 2025

Netflix has an exciting lineup of Korean dramas scheduled for release in April 2025. Here’s a curated list of the upcoming K-dramas. 1. Resident Playbook ‘Resident Playbook’ K-drama is a medical drama that follows a group of OB-GYN... Read More
17Mar

Mind Map: The Potato Lab

‘The Potato Lab’ K-drama is a 2025 South Korean sci-fi comedy-drama that follows a team of scientists working in an underground lab experimenting on potatoes. What starts as an innocent agricultural project builds into a chaotic blend of... Read More
6Mar

5 K-Dramas to Watch in March 2025

March will be an exciting month for K-drama lovers! From heartwarming slice-of-life stories to thrilling action-packed series delivered by A-list actors including IU, Lee Dong Wook, Park Bo Geum, Park Bo Gum, Lee Je Hoon, and Lee Kwang Soo. Here are... Read More
3Mar

Actor Kim Seon Ho Signs with New Agency

In a major industry move, renowned Korean actor Kim Seon Ho has officially signed an exclusive contract with Fantagio. On March 1, Kim Seon Ho was confirmed to be the newest member of Fantagio entertainment agency. The ‘Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha’... Read More
11Jan

“Not Dating” – ‘When the Phone Rings’ Actor Clarifies

‘When the Phone Rings’ actor Yoo Yeon Seok has clarified about the fueling rumors of his chemistry with co-actress Chae Soo Bin. The recently concluded ‘When the Phone Rings’ series has had global fans going crazy with the chemistry buildup... Read More
11Jan

“Squid Game 2” – Faces Boycott in Vietnam

Despite its rising global popularity, “Squid Game 2” is facing criticism in Vietnam over a controversial Vietnam War dialogue. “Squid Game 2” is facing criticism for alleged history distortion after a dialogue referencing the Vietnam War. In... Read More
21Dec

Actor Na In Woo – Exempted from Military Service

Actor Na In Woo has been exempted from military service after 3 years of not being summoned by MMA. On December 17, Hanada Company confirmed that their client Na In Woo had been exempted from military service. They explained that Na In Woo had... Read More
14Dec

Wedding – “Little Women” Actor Um Ki Joon

Actor Um Ki Joon will be walking down the aisle with his partner this December. On December 12, Um Ki Joon’s agency clarified that their client would marry on December 22. The actor is set to marry his non-celebrity wife at a private event in... Read More
16Nov

5 K-dramas to Watch this November 2024

Here are some K-dramas to binge on this November 2024. TRAILER (link) 1. Marry You “Marry You” is a romantic comedy about an island bachelor, Bong Cheol Hui (Lee Yi Kyung), who has failed to be ineligible for marriage. To ensure the bachelor... Read More
1Nov

“Gyeongseong Creature 2” Actress Han So Hee – Why My Profile Reads 1 Year Younger

Actress Han So Hee confirmed that her debut profile reads 1 year younger than her actual age. On October 31, Han So Hee explained through her agency the reason why her profile reads born in 1994 and not 1993.  In the explanation, the agency... Read More
31Oct

Junsu & Kim Jae Joong’s Concert Sold Out – Additional Seating

Junsu and Kim Jae Joong’s November concert sold out soon upon release. Kim Jae Joong, “Bad Memory Eraser” K-drama actor, and Junsu are scheduled to hold the ‘JX Identity in Seoul’ tour in November. The tour, running from 8th to 10th... Read More
29Oct

Unstoppable radiance: SooYoung releases long-awaited Japanese solo debut single ‘Untsoppable’, out now worldwide!

Korean star SooYoung has released her long-awaited debut Japanese solo single, ‘Unstoppable’, on Wednesday, October 23 – available worldwide. A physical CD edition with additional songs will be released on Wednesday, October 30. Since... Read More

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