The Korean Business Research Institute has published its brand reputation rankings for all stars during the month of April!

The rankings were determined through an analysis of various stars’ media co

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ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Geonwoo will be halting activities for the time being.

Previously, Geonwoo was swept up in controversy due to industry representatives’ accounts of improper remarks and poor attitud

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Stars throughout the industry have gathered for BTS’s much-anticipated return!

On April 9, 11, and 12, BTS kicked off their “ARIRANG” world tour with concerts at Goyang Stadium. Various idols, actors

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n.SSign’s Laurence has shared a formal apology for recent remarks that he made on Weverse.

On April 28, Laurence came under fire for comments that he posted on the fan communication platform. The Tai

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Mystic Story has announced that it will be taking legal action to protect the members of Billlie.

On April 23, Mystic Story released an official statement announcing its plans to take legal action ag

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ITZY’s Yeji will be unable to fully participate in the group’s concerts this weekend due to health concerns.

On May 5, JYP Entertainment announced that Yeji had been diagnosed with a herniated disc a

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<html><head></head><body>SM Entertainment has released a statement regarding RIIZE’s Shotaro’s injury. 

On May 7, SM Entertainment shared that Shotaro will be attending but limiting participation in upcoming events following an ankle injury and released the following statement:

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Hello, this is SM Entertainment.

We would like to inform you regarding RIIZE member Shotaro’s injury and his upcoming scheduled activities.

Shotaro recently injured his ankle during a performance at an overseas event. Following a detailed medical examination at the hospital, he was diagnosed with a torn ankle ligament. He is currently recovering while wearing a semi-cast and receiving regular outpatient treatment.

As a result, it has been decided that Shotaro will participate in the scheduled events (the May 8 Incheon National University festival, the May 10 Japan Kstyle Party, and the May 14 Sogang University and Soongsil University festivals), but he will not perform choreography on stage.

This decision was made after discussions with Shotaro and in accordance with medical advice stating that while daily activities are possible, he should refrain from intense dancing and prioritize rest and recovery. We kindly ask for fans’ generous understanding, and we will do our utmost to support the artist’s speedy recovery.

Thank you.
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Wishing Shotaro a speedy and full recovery! 



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Less than a year after their debut, USPEER’s agency has announced Yeowon’s departure from the group.

On May 6, MW Entertainment announced that Yeowon, who had been on hiatus since last September due 

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LE SSERAFIM has revealed what fans can look forward to in the weeks leading up to their comeback!

On May 6 at midnight KST, LE SSERAFIM released a detailed promotion schedule outlining the teasers th

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NCT’s Jaehyun is going on a fan-con tour following his discharge from the military!

On May 4, Jaehyun unveiled the dates and locations for his 2026 fan-con tour “Mono.” After starting the tour in Seo

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Get ready for MAMAMOO’s long-awaited return as a full group!

On May 7 at midnight KST, MAMAMOO unveiled the first teaser for their upcoming four-member comeback.

RBW previously confirmed last year t

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Ahn Hyo Seop and Khalid have joined forces for a new single!

On May 5, it was announced that the two stars will be releasing the single “Something Special” on May 22.

The upcoming collaboration is t

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The weather is warming up along with the lineup of new K-dramas! 

Here are the new K-dramas premiering in May 2026:

“My Royal Nemesis”



Korean Title: “멋진 신세계”

Cast:&nbsp;Lim Ji Yeon, Heo Nam Jun,

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BTS’s “ARIRANG” continues to hold steady in the top five of the Billboard 200!

On May 3 local time, Billboard announced that BTS’s latest album “ARIRANG” was now spending its sixth consecutive week o

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“The Scarecrow” follows a detective investigating a series of murders who is forced into an unlikely partnership with a man he d

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tvN’s “The Legend of Kitchen Soldier” has shared character stills of Jung Woong In, Ahn Gil Kang, and Jung Jae Sung in character!

Based on a popular web novel and webtoon, “The Legend of Kitchen Sold

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park ji-hoon really said let me be perfect at everything and we're all just watching in awe 😍

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Not ADOR being cryptic again but also... the timing feels promising?

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the airport fashion hits different, can't wait to see what they do overseas! 🌍

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can't believe how naturally charming he is even doing simple everyday things like cooking!

The way I screamed when I saw this title 😩 Please let it be real

Can't believe we're getting updates on this, my heart can't take it

The way he just walked past everyone looking like a whole model... i can't recover from this

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Minji coming back would literally save 2024 for me honestly 🙌

literally obsessed with how coordinated they look as a group, the visuals are unreal

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The Wind’s Kim Heesoo will be temporarily halting activities due to his health.

On May 6, Pangstar Entertainment revealed that Kim Heesoo had recently been undergoing treatment for symptoms of anxiet

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A number of stars celebrated Children’s Day—a national holiday observed in Korea on May 5—with meaningful donations!

IU donated a total of 100 million won (approximately $68,145) under the name “IUAE

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NewJeans’ agency has commented regarding rumors of Minji’s return.

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