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Global K-Wave
Wanna One to Return to KCON LA 2026 After 9 Years Without Kang Daniel and Lai Kuan-lin
Wanna One will appear as special performers on the first day of KCON LA 2026, with nine members joining the stage. The festival will run from August 14 to 16 at the LA Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena.
K-Pop
NouerA Sets July 27 Comeback With Fourth Mini Album '.exe' After Douyin Chart Win
NouerA will release its fourth mini album '.exe' on July 27, about four months after 'POP IT LIKE.' The group is building momentum after topping Douyin's challenge chart and continuing its first world tour, 'CATCH THE WAVE.'
K-Pop
Lim Young-woong's First OST 'Love Always Runs Away' Tops 1 Billion Streams on Melon
Lim Young-woong's first OST, 'Love Always Runs Away,' has surpassed 1 billion streams on Melon. The song, used in KBS 2TV's 'Young Lady and Gentleman,' reached the milestone about four years and nine months after release.
Celebrity & Issues
Bada, 46, Declares a 'Hot Girl' Summer and Answers Filter Rumors With 'Real Me'
S.E.S. singer Bada shared her summer 'Hot Girl' concept on SNS and addressed recent speculation about filters and cosmetic procedures with a direct 'Real Me' message.
Celebrity & Issues
BTS' Suga Completes 12km San Francisco Marathon During World Tour
BTS member Suga finished a 12km run at the San Francisco Marathon during his world tour schedule. His BANGTANTV vlog also showed the uphill challenge and recent photos from Brussels.
Variety & TV
xikers' Minjae Named Permanent MC of SBS Life's The Show
Minjae of xikers will join SBS Life's The Show as a permanent MC after previous special MC appearances on major music programs. The group is also set for its second fan meeting at Zepp Haneda in Tokyo on July 31.
K-Pop
HYNN Sets August Solo Concert at Yonsei University Main Auditorium
HYNN (Park Hye-won) will hold the 2026 HYNN Summer Concert Midnight Blue : Luna-rium on August 15 and 16 at Yonsei University Main Auditorium in Seoul. Tickets open exclusively through Ticketlink at 8 p.m. on the 6th.
K-Pop
Park Se-mi and Kim So-yu Release Duet Single 'Is There Anything I Can’t Do?' Following Lookalike Connection
Comedian Park Se-mi and singer Kim So-yu reunite with their first official duet single 'Is There Anything I Can’t Do?' after their viral performance on MBN's Korea-Japan Top Ten Show.
K-Pop
&TEAM Reignites Wolf-Boy Identity With 'Mark on Fire' After Sold-Out INSPIRE Arena Show
&TEAM brings its wolf-boy image back to the forefront with 'Mark on Fire.' The song follows a sold-out 2026 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR BLAZE THE WAY stop at Incheon's INSPIRE Arena.
K-Pop
Koo Bon-wook's 'Mother's Song' Uses AI Voice and Targets 10-Minute Repeat Playback
Composer Koo Bon-wook combines traditional trot with AI voice synthesis in his new song 'Mother's Song,' designed for long-duration playback by older listeners.
Celebrity & Issues
BTS’s Jimin Draws Dior and MTV Buzz With ‘Soft Punk’ Look at Paris Show
BTS member Jimin attended the Dior Men's Summer 2027 Collection Show on June 24, drawing attention for a ‘Soft Punk’ look. GQ and MTV highlighted how his styling connected Dior’s 18th-century inspiration with a modern edge.
K-Pop
Kim Jung-yeon Releases First Mini Album 'Urijeong,' to Debut New Songs at Samsung Hall
Kim Jung-yeon has released his first mini album, 'Urijeong,' and will hold his 'PERFORMER VOL.3 Variety' solo concert at Ewha Womans University Samsung Hall on July 25 and 26.
Celebrity & Issues
Um Hyun-kyung Shares Relaxed Life with Flower Path Walk Following MBC Drama Awards Win
Actress Um Hyun-kyung shares a peaceful update with photos of a flower path walk following her Best Actress win at the 2024 MBC Drama Awards.
K-Drama
Kim Go-eun, Park Ji-hyun and Shin Hae-sun Vie for Best Actress at Blue Dragon Series Awards
The 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards announced its final nominees ahead of the July 31 ceremony in Incheon. Kim Go-eun and Park Ji-hyun are both nominated for the same Netflix series, while “Strawman” leads with six nominations.
Celebrity & Issues
BTS V Becomes Global Ambassador for HiteJinro’s JINRO After 2.6 Billion Bottles Sold
HiteJinro named BTS member V as the global ambassador for JINRO, its soju export brand. The company plans to expand global campaigns as JINRO’s cumulative sales exceed 2.6 billion bottles.
Global K-Wave
50 Researchers from 10 Countries to Gather at Jeonbuk National University for BTS Conference
The 5th BTS: A Global Interdisciplinary Conference will be held at Jeonbuk National University in July 2026, coinciding with BTS's return.
Global K-Wave
EVAN's 'Ride or Die' Tops 10 Million Views in 44 Hours, Hits No. 1 in 9 Regions
EVAN's solo debut single 'Ride or Die' topped Bugs, reached No. 5 on Melon Hot 100 and crossed 10 million YouTube views in about 44 hours. The former ENHYPEN member also discussed his solo debut on KBS2's music program.
K-Pop
Ryu Ji-soo and Marchio Bossa to Release ‘Golden Dream’ Worldwide on July 3
Vocalist Ryu Ji-soo teams with Italian bossa nova project Marchio Bossa for ‘Golden Dream,’ a cross-border collaboration built over five years between Seoul and Bari. The track was recorded with live instruments and will be released worldwide on July 3, 2026.
Global K-Wave
Yoajung draws TXT fans in China as it targets 100 stores
Korean yogurt ice cream brand Yoajung is expanding quickly in China after naming Tomorrow X Together as global models, with 18 stores open and a goal of 100 by year-end.
Celebrity & Issues
Byeon Woo-seok to Present Trophy at KMA 2026 Amid Filming and Fan Meeting Schedule
Byeon Woo-seok will appear as a presenter at KMA 2026 on July 25 at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. Kang Tae-oh and Won Ji-an will host the ceremony, with TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ZEROBASEONE and more in the lineup.
K-Pop
H2O's Junwon returns solo after 10 years with Jeju-inspired 'Paradise for sale'
H2O vocalist Junwon has resumed solo activities after a decade with the new self-written song 'Paradise for sale.' The track reflects the realities he faced while living on Jeju Island and leads into the Junwon Project and an October live show.
Global K-Wave
ATEEZ Headlines British Summer Time Hyde Park in London, Debuts 'BAD' Live
ATEEZ headlined British Summer Time Hyde Park in London with a 90-minute set and premiered 'BAD' from their 14th mini album. The group will meet Korean fans at a Seoul fan meeting in July.
Global K-Wave
K-Wave Spending Hits 1.413 Trillion Won in May Without Major BTS Concerts
Foreign visitors' K-Wave-related spending in Korea reached a record 1.413 trillion won in May 2026, led by shopping and beauty. The total rose even without a major BTS mega-event.
Celebrity & Issues
T.O.P and Lee Hyori's Kiss Performance Explained, With Taemin and Kim Hee-chul Updates
SBS E!'s K-STAR news revisited memorable idol kiss scenes and confessions, from BIGBANG's T.O.P and Lee Hyori to SHINee's Taemin. Super Junior's Kim Hee-chul also shared reflections on his 20th debut anniversary.
Wanna One to Return to KCON LA 2026 After 9 Years Without Kang Daniel and Lai Kuan-lin
Wanna One will appear as special performers on the first day of KCON LA 2026, with nine members joining the stage. The festival will run from August 14 to 16 at the LA Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena.
NouerA Sets July 27 Comeback With Fourth Mini Album '.exe' After Douyin Chart Win
NouerA will release its fourth mini album '.exe' on July 27, about four months after 'POP IT LIKE.' The group is building momentum after topping Douyin's challenge chart and continuing its first world tour, 'CATCH THE WAVE.'
Lim Young-woong's First OST 'Love Always Runs Away' Tops 1 Billion Streams on Melon
Lim Young-woong's first OST, 'Love Always Runs Away,' has surpassed 1 billion streams on Melon. The song, used in KBS 2TV's 'Young Lady and Gentleman,' reached the milestone about four years and nine months after release.
Bada, 46, Declares a 'Hot Girl' Summer and Answers Filter Rumors With 'Real Me'
S.E.S. singer Bada shared her summer 'Hot Girl' concept on SNS and addressed recent speculation about filters and cosmetic procedures with a direct 'Real Me' message.
BTS' Suga Completes 12km San Francisco Marathon During World Tour
BTS member Suga finished a 12km run at the San Francisco Marathon during his world tour schedule. His BANGTANTV vlog also showed the uphill challenge and recent photos from Brussels.
xikers' Minjae Named Permanent MC of SBS Life's The Show
Minjae of xikers will join SBS Life's The Show as a permanent MC after previous special MC appearances on major music programs. The group is also set for its second fan meeting at Zepp Haneda in Tokyo on July 31.
HYNN Sets August Solo Concert at Yonsei University Main Auditorium
HYNN (Park Hye-won) will hold the 2026 HYNN Summer Concert Midnight Blue : Luna-rium on August 15 and 16 at Yonsei University Main Auditorium in Seoul. Tickets open exclusively through Ticketlink at 8 p.m. on the 6th.
Park Se-mi and Kim So-yu Release Duet Single 'Is There Anything I Can’t Do?' Following Lookalike Connection
Comedian Park Se-mi and singer Kim So-yu reunite with their first official duet single 'Is There Anything I Can’t Do?' after their viral performance on MBN's Korea-Japan Top Ten Show.
&TEAM Reignites Wolf-Boy Identity With 'Mark on Fire' After Sold-Out INSPIRE Arena Show
&TEAM brings its wolf-boy image back to the forefront with 'Mark on Fire.' The song follows a sold-out 2026 &TEAM CONCERT TOUR BLAZE THE WAY stop at Incheon's INSPIRE Arena.
Koo Bon-wook's 'Mother's Song' Uses AI Voice and Targets 10-Minute Repeat Playback
Composer Koo Bon-wook combines traditional trot with AI voice synthesis in his new song 'Mother's Song,' designed for long-duration playback by older listeners.
BTS’s Jimin Draws Dior and MTV Buzz With ‘Soft Punk’ Look at Paris Show
BTS member Jimin attended the Dior Men's Summer 2027 Collection Show on June 24, drawing attention for a ‘Soft Punk’ look. GQ and MTV highlighted how his styling connected Dior’s 18th-century inspiration with a modern edge.
Kim Jung-yeon Releases First Mini Album 'Urijeong,' to Debut New Songs at Samsung Hall
Kim Jung-yeon has released his first mini album, 'Urijeong,' and will hold his 'PERFORMER VOL.3 Variety' solo concert at Ewha Womans University Samsung Hall on July 25 and 26.
Um Hyun-kyung Shares Relaxed Life with Flower Path Walk Following MBC Drama Awards Win
Actress Um Hyun-kyung shares a peaceful update with photos of a flower path walk following her Best Actress win at the 2024 MBC Drama Awards.
Kim Go-eun, Park Ji-hyun and Shin Hae-sun Vie for Best Actress at Blue Dragon Series Awards
The 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards announced its final nominees ahead of the July 31 ceremony in Incheon. Kim Go-eun and Park Ji-hyun are both nominated for the same Netflix series, while “Strawman” leads with six nominations.
BTS V Becomes Global Ambassador for HiteJinro’s JINRO After 2.6 Billion Bottles Sold
HiteJinro named BTS member V as the global ambassador for JINRO, its soju export brand. The company plans to expand global campaigns as JINRO’s cumulative sales exceed 2.6 billion bottles.
50 Researchers from 10 Countries to Gather at Jeonbuk National University for BTS Conference
The 5th BTS: A Global Interdisciplinary Conference will be held at Jeonbuk National University in July 2026, coinciding with BTS's return.
EVAN's 'Ride or Die' Tops 10 Million Views in 44 Hours, Hits No. 1 in 9 Regions
EVAN's solo debut single 'Ride or Die' topped Bugs, reached No. 5 on Melon Hot 100 and crossed 10 million YouTube views in about 44 hours. The former ENHYPEN member also discussed his solo debut on KBS2's music program.
Ryu Ji-soo and Marchio Bossa to Release ‘Golden Dream’ Worldwide on July 3
Vocalist Ryu Ji-soo teams with Italian bossa nova project Marchio Bossa for ‘Golden Dream,’ a cross-border collaboration built over five years between Seoul and Bari. The track was recorded with live instruments and will be released worldwide on July 3, 2026.
Yoajung draws TXT fans in China as it targets 100 stores
Korean yogurt ice cream brand Yoajung is expanding quickly in China after naming Tomorrow X Together as global models, with 18 stores open and a goal of 100 by year-end.
Byeon Woo-seok to Present Trophy at KMA 2026 Amid Filming and Fan Meeting Schedule
Byeon Woo-seok will appear as a presenter at KMA 2026 on July 25 at Korea University Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. Kang Tae-oh and Won Ji-an will host the ceremony, with TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ZEROBASEONE and more in the lineup.
H2O's Junwon returns solo after 10 years with Jeju-inspired 'Paradise for sale'
H2O vocalist Junwon has resumed solo activities after a decade with the new self-written song 'Paradise for sale.' The track reflects the realities he faced while living on Jeju Island and leads into the Junwon Project and an October live show.
ATEEZ Headlines British Summer Time Hyde Park in London, Debuts 'BAD' Live
ATEEZ headlined British Summer Time Hyde Park in London with a 90-minute set and premiered 'BAD' from their 14th mini album. The group will meet Korean fans at a Seoul fan meeting in July.
K-Wave Spending Hits 1.413 Trillion Won in May Without Major BTS Concerts
Foreign visitors' K-Wave-related spending in Korea reached a record 1.413 trillion won in May 2026, led by shopping and beauty. The total rose even without a major BTS mega-event.
T.O.P and Lee Hyori's Kiss Performance Explained, With Taemin and Kim Hee-chul Updates
SBS E!'s K-STAR news revisited memorable idol kiss scenes and confessions, from BIGBANG's T.O.P and Lee Hyori to SHINee's Taemin. Super Junior's Kim Hee-chul also shared reflections on his 20th debut anniversary.