This soloist just beat BTS to South Korea’s highest grossing concert film

Lim Young-woong, a singer specializing in trot — a genre of Korean music known for its distinctive rhythm and melodic structure — has made h...

BTS’s J-Hope completes mandatory military service

J-Hope has completed his mandatory military service, now entering what he describes as the “third chapter” of his life. Discharged after 18 ...

K-pop soars over 300% in popularity in 5 years, Spotify reveals

K-pop saw a massive popularity surge in five years on Spotify, with the U.S. making the biggest contribution among all countries. Spotify sh...

Jungkook almost performed at the Super Bowl

Jungkook was reportedly invited by Usher to perform with him at this year’s Super Bowl. The belated news comes from a New Yorker article pub...

BTS’s Jin makes a huge splash at Milan Fashion Week 2024

Jin ignited a media frenzy at the recent Milan Fashion Week, emerging as the most talked-about figure during the Gucci runway show. Drawing ...

BTS’ Army opposes return of Ador CEO after NewJeans’ demand

Some members of BTS’ Army — the group’s fanbase — are publicly opposing the return of Min Hee-jin as CEO of Ador, the Hybe subsidiary label ...

BTS ranks 19th on ‘Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st century’ list

BTS ranked 19th on Billboard’s list of the “Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century,” released Tuesday, recognized for breaking barriers in K...

BTS’ Suga fined for e-scooter DUI

BTS member Suga, whose real name is Min Yoon-gi, was fined without a trial after being summarily indicted for driving an electric scooter un...

Most beloved K-pop groups of the 21st century crowned in Korea poll

Girls’ Generation, Blackpink and BTS were named the most beloved K-pop groups of the 21st century, according to a Gallup Korea poll conducte...

Bruce Lee’s nunchucks, swords hit Hong Kong auction

Iconic items from martial arts legend Bruce Lee are set to be auctioned by Julien’s Auctions in Hong Kong on Sept. 28. Titled “L...

Trailer for Jungkook’s upcoming documentary reveals BTS star’s worries

The trailer for Jungkook’s documentary, “Jung Kook: I Am Still,” has been released, revealing some of the concerns the BTS star had before h...

BTS’ Suga apologizes for DUI incident

BTS member Suga has been charged under South Korea’s Road Traffic Act for allegedly driving his electric scooter under the influence, police...

Video: BTS’s Jimin delivers electrifying performance on ‘The Tonight Show’

BTS star Jimin recently performed his latest solo single “Who” on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” The captivating number was...

BTS’s Jin carries Olympic torch in Paris amid massive fan support

BTS member Jin carried the Olympic torch for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics on Sunday — which was also Bastille Day, a French national holid...

Grammy Museum to exhibit K-pop memorabilia

The Grammy Museum, located in Los Angeles, will run “HYBE: We Believe in Music,” an immersive exhibit featuring articles from Hybe acts — in...

BTS’ Jimin, Jungkook to star in Disney travel series

BTS members Jimin and Jungkook will star in Disney Plus’ “Are You Sure?!,” premiering Aug. 8. Filmed before their military service, the eigh...

BTS’ Jin to represent South Korea as torchbearer in Paris 2024

BTS member Jin, who recently completed South Korea’s mandatory military service, will represent his country as a torchbearer in the Paris Ol...

BTS’ RM opens up about the pressures of leadership in emotional video

RM has opened up about the pressures he faces as the leader of BTS, admitting that there had been times when he felt he “would want to...

RM unveiling ‘Come Back to Me’ music video helmed by ‘Beef’ director Lee Sung-jin

BTS’ RM is dropping the music video for “Come Back to Me,” a track from his new solo album slated for release later this m...

BTS fans protest Korean government probe into alleged chart manipulation

BTS’s fanbase is protesting against the South Korean government’s investigation into alleged chart manipulation by the boy band&...

BTS, NewJeans, Olivia Rodrigo among winners at 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards

BTS, NewJeans and Olivia Rodrigo are among the winners at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. Key points: ...

South Korea’s ramen exports on track to reach $1 billion in 2024

South Korea is anticipating breaking the $1 billion milestone for its ramen exports in 2024 after witnessing another record-breaking shipmen...

Watch: BTS’ V, Jackie Chan team up in surprise Indonesian ad

BTS’ V and Jackie Chan have teamed up to be “best friends” in a surprise ad for an Indonesian investment platform. What we...

BTS’s Jin starts countdown for his return from mandatory military service

Many BTS fans, affectionately known as ARMYs, are celebrating in anticipation of Jin’s return to the spotlight after the singer initiated a ...

BTS becomes first group, Asian act to cross historic milestone on Spotify

BTS has surpassed the 38 billion stream mark on Spotify, reportedly marking a first for any group or Asian act. Making history: BTS crossed ...

Birmingham City FC draws BTS ARMY’s anger over logo use

A professional soccer club based in England drew the ire of BTS fans over its use of a logo resembling that of the superstar boy band. Going...

Watch: IU, BTS’ V share behind-the-scenes of ‘Love Wins All’ MV

K-pop singer IU has released a video showing moments of her shoot with BTS member V for the music video of her latest single “Love Wins All....

BTS’s V begins training for counterterrorism unit

Kim Taehyung, popularly known as V of BTS, is now set to join the South Korean military’s Special Duty Team (SDT) of the Capital Defense Com...

BTS’ RM, V complete basic military training

BTS members RM and V achieved a milestone this week as they successfully completed the basic training of South Korea’s mandatory military se...

Watch: TikToker plays BTS, Ive and anime songs with traditional Korean instrument

Meet Yageum Yageum, a Korean content creator bridging the gap between traditional and modern music. About the artist: Yageum Yageum, whose r...

Hybe cracks down on unauthorized use of BTS name and images

Powerhouse talent agency Hybe has intensified efforts to protect the intellectual property of K-pop supergroup BTS from unauthorized use. Wa...

Pledis Entertainment launches new boyband TWS

Pledis Entertainment, now part of HYBE Labels, has launched a new K-pop group called TWS, with a new album releasing this month. Who are TWS...

Group photos featuring BTS’ RM, V released by military training center

The Nonsan Korea Army Training Center on Thursday posted new group photos of its recruits, including BTS members RM and V. What they show: R...

BTS’ Jin shares update as he nears completion of military service

BTS member Jin has teased his return to music as he approaches the end of his military service. What he said: Jin, the oldest member of the ...

South Korea to introduce ‘Hallyu visa’ for K-pop and K-drama fans

South Korea has unveiled plans to introduce a new visa catering specifically to fans of South Korean culture. About the Hallyu visa: South K...

NewJeans, Ive lead South Korea’s Melon year-end chart

Melon, South Korea’s top music platform, has released its 2023 year-end chart with NewJeans and Ive leading the top 10 spots. A win for girl...