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After a hiatus of over a year, VCHA’s Kaylee has officially left the group and JYP Entertainment. On July 11 local time, both Kaylee and JYP Entertainment announced that they had “mutually agreed to part ways as she concludes her journey with VCHA.” JYP Entertainment previously announced in March 2024 that Kaylee would be going on a hiatus from VCHA activities, stating, “We will continue to place the highest priority on our artist’s health and ask for your support in Kaylee’s full recovery.” The agency’s English announcement regarding Kaylee’s departure is as follows: JYP America and Kaylee have mutually agreed…
The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for male idol groups! The rankings were determined through an analysis of the consumer participation, media coverage, interaction, and community indexes of various boy groups, using big data collected from June 12 to July 12. BTS topped this month’s list with a brand reputation index of 10,128,031, marking a 47.99 percent increase in their score since June. High-ranking phrases in the group’s keyword analysis included “ARMY Day,” “Forever We Are Young,” and “full group,” while their highest-ranking related terms included “congratulate,” “release,” and “surpass.” BTS’s positivity-negativity analysis also…
Justice has been served, with Mun Ka Young and Lee Jong Suk ready to devour with their new drama “Law and The City.” Set in modern-day South Korea, we meet a group of five attorneys who live in a ruthless and indifferent world, striving to make the most of each day in their office, all while enjoying an occasional meal together. Although the premise of the plot isn’t particularly exhilarating at first glance, we soon discover that life doesn’t have to be like an over-the-top soap opera to be interesting. Warning: spoilers from episodes 1-2 ahead! After nine years as…
Lee Chanhyuk’s second solo album is only days away and promises to mine many classic sounds of the 80’s. Prior to its release, he’s shared new track Out Of My Mind (돌아버렸어). From what I can gauge from the highlight medley, its synth-heavy sound is emblematic of what we’ll be getting on the full project. It’s been fascinating to see which direction Chanhyuk takes for his solo work. There are tinges of the 80’s in a couple AKMU songs, but that’s never been a driving force in their music. Out Of My Mind feels like an extension of the textures…
JTBC’s upcoming “Beyond the Bar” has unveiled a glimpse into the intriguing dynamic between Lee Jin Uk and Jung Chaeyeon! “Beyond the Bar” is an office drama that follows Kang Hyo Min (Jung Chaeyeon), an upstanding and confident yet socially awkward rookie attorney at the law firm Yullim. Under the mentorship of Yoon Seok Hoon (Lee Jin Uk), a cold but exceptionally skilled partner attorney, Hyo Min gradually grows into a true lawyer as she navigates the challenges of the legal world. At Yullim, Yoon Seok Hoon and Kang Hyo Min work together as supervisor and subordinate, but their personalities…
Dex has shared his thoughts on his upcoming acting debut in “The Defects”! Based on a popular webtoon, “The Defects” is an action thriller about children who have been abandoned by their adoptive parents—and their fight for survival and revenge. Dex plays Jung Hyun, a human weapon raised in the shadows by Kim Se Hee (Yum Jung Ah), the head of SH Medical Foundation. Jung Hyun is also the de facto operator of an illegal child trafficking and adoption ring. Completely obedient to Se Hee’s commands, he is a ruthless figure who relentlessly hunts down children like Kim Ah Hyun (Won…
AHOF has won their third music show trophy for their new title track “Rendezvous”! On the July 11 episode of KBS 2TV’s “Music Bank,” the candidates for first place were aespa’s “Dirty Work” and AHOF’s “Rendezvous.” AHOF ultimately took the prize with a total of 7,941 points, marking the first public broadcast network music show win of their career. Congratulations to AHOF! Watch the winner announcement and encore below: Performers on today’s show included AHOF, aespa, TWICE, SUPER JUNIOR, VIVIZ, CLOSE YOUR EYES, ILLIT, ONEUS, H1-KEY, Han Seung Woo, Pengsoo, n.SSign, NOWZ, Baby DONT Cry, RESCENE, HITGS, NouerA, POW, DayChild,…
“Kian’s Bizarre B&B” is officially returning for a second season! On July 11, Netflix Korea announced via its official account, “Kian’s imagination is becoming reality once again. ‘Kian’s Bizarre B&B’ Season 2 has been confirmed.” However, it has not yet been revealed whether BTS’s Jin and Ji Ye Eun, who were part of Season 1, will be returning for the upcoming season. 기안의 상상이 다시 한번 현실이 됩니다. 넷플릭스 민박 예능 시즌2, 제작 확정.#대환장기안장2 #KiansBizarreBnB2 pic.twitter.com/gvgDGaf6RS — Netflix Korea｜넷플릭스 코리아 (@NetflixKR) July 11, 2025 “Kian’s Bizarre B&B” is Netflix’s variety show where Kian84, BTS’s Jin, and Ji Ye Eun run a one-of-a-kind guesthouse on the…
Song Kang Ho has stepped down from the upcoming drama adaptation of “Inside Men.” On July 11, MyDaily reported that although filming for the drama was supposed to have started, the production team recently decided to postpone the schedule. According to the report, the cast was informed that there would be a two to three-month adjustment period. As a result of the delay and scheduling conflicts with his other projects, Song Kang Ho has ultimately decided to withdraw from the drama. The production company confirmed the news, stating, “Due to scheduling changes for ‘Inside Men,’ filming has been delayed, and…
Song Ji Hyo will be returning to the small screen for a special appearance! On July 11, MyDaily reported that Song Ji Hyo will be making a special appearance in the upcoming Amazon original drama “The Confidence Man KR” (working title). In response to the report, a representative from “The Confidence Man KR” confirmed, “It is true that Song Ji Hyo will be making a special appearance.” A Korean adaptation of the 2018 Japanese comedy drama “The Confidence Man JP,” “The Confidence Man KR” will tell the story of three con artists with extraordinary talents as they pull off elaborate…