In the second week of May 2025, Rosé (BLACKPINK), NCT WISH, and Jennie each claimed the top spot on Hanteo’s Country-Specific Charts, showing their strong global influence across the U.S., Japan, and China. The Hanteo Chart, known for real-time tracking of global K-pop data, released its weekly rankings on May 16, reflecting data collected between […]
The heat is rising — and so is the excitement for K-pop’s biggest summer celebration. ‘SBS Gayo Daejeon Summer’ will return on July 26–27, 2025, at KINTEX in Ilsan, transforming the venue into a two-day festival filled with music, energy, and unforgettable fan experiences. First Lineup Revealed The initial artist lineup features eight top-tier acts
Doyoung of NCT is set to release his second solo album, ‘Soar’, on June 9, 2025, marking a return that reflects deeper maturity and personal growth. According to SM Entertainment, this album will deliver a message of courage and emotional resonance to those striving to “take flight” from their own place in life. About the
BTS’s Jin is receiving widespread acclaim from international media outlets for his second solo mini-album, “Echo”, which showcases his evolution as both a vocalist and solo artist. The album, which embraces a bold rock-based sound, has cemented his musical identity and captured the attention of major publications like NME, Rolling Stone, USA Today, and Billboard.
Choi Yena (YENA) has officially teamed up with BTS’s Jin for the playful and heart-fluttering duet “Loser,” released on May 16, 2025 via major music platforms. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Yena, as it’s her first-ever official feature on another artist’s track. A Song About Flawed Yet Charming Love “Loser” is a bright,
Rising girl group MEOVV (미야오) is gaining unstoppable momentum, scoring their second consecutive win on a Korean music show with their track “HANDS UP.” The group claimed first place on Mnet’s ‘M Countdown’ broadcast on May 15, following a wave of acclaim for their debut EP. Music Show Domination With this win, MEOVV now holds
In the latest brand reputation index report for individual boy group members, BIGBANG’s G-Dragon has claimed the top spot for May 2025, surpassing popular idols like BTS’s Jin and ASTRO’s Cha Eun-woo. The monthly report, compiled by the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute, reflects fan engagement, media coverage, community buzz, and consumer behavior data across
NCT DREAM Unveils Stadium Tour Across Asia for ‘The Dream Show 4’ NCT DREAM is returning to the global stage in spectacular fashion with their fourth world tour, “The Dream Show 4: Dream( )scape”, kicking off this July. The group has confirmed large-scale stadium performances across key Asian cities, thrilling fans with news of their
On May 13, 2025, NCT’s Jaehyun released “Look at Me” (바라봐줘요), the final OST for KBS Joy’s campus romance drama Dear.M. Portraying the character Cha Min Ho, Jaehyun delivers a heartfelt rendition of George’s original song, encapsulating the emotions of unspoken love and longing. About Dear.M Dear.M is a youth romance drama set in Seoyeon
KCON LA 2025 just got bigger. According to CJ ENM, aespa, NCT 127, and MONSTA X are confirmed as part of the second lineup for the upcoming KCON LA 2025, taking place August 1–3 at Crypto.com Arena and LA Convention Center. As a global festival celebrating Korean pop culture with music at its heart, this
