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aespa Winter’s Latest Fancam Draws Snow White Comparisons

There is little doubt that Winter is truly stunning and the aespa member regularly has netizens enchanted with her gorgeous visuals. So it’s no surprise that the idol’s latest fancam is drawing comparisons to Snow White.

aespa’s Winter Draws Snow White Comparisons in Gorgeous Fancam

Shortly following aespa’s electrifying stage performance on MBC’s “Music Core”, a fancam featuring Winter took the internet by storm. Winter’s striking presence left netizens utterly captivated, and her flawless skin and mesmerizing beauty were nothing short of awe-inspiring.

With her vibrant, voluminous red hair and an immaculate complexion, Winter showcased an irresistible combination of stage charisma and natural allure. Her performance not only wowed with its talent but also garnered immense attention due to her enchanting beauty. Netizens and fans alike were left utterly speechless, basking in Winter’s radiant presence and undeniable star quality.

In related news, Winter has been revealed as aespa’s representative in the highly-anticipated collaborative project with (G)I-DLE and IVE. The ambitious joint venture will also unite talents from three prominent 4th generation girl groups: Soyeon from (G)I-DLE, Winter from aespa, and Liz from IVE. They will perform a new single “Nobody”.

The collaborative single, titled “Nobody,” is set for release on November 16 at 6 PM KST. This special project is part of a broader initiative to support Busan’s bid to host the ‘2030 World Expo’, emphasizing South Korea’s commitment to securing this prestigious global event. The combination of these three powerhouse talents also promises an exciting and memorable musical experience for fans of all three girl groups.

The forthcoming collaboration, titled “Nobody,” will be produced by El Capitxn and feature heartfelt lyrics crafted by the esteemed songwriter Seo Ji Eum. Fans are also highly anticipating this release, eager to witness the distinctive styles of these representatives converge on the track. The collaborative single is finally set to drop next week.

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STAYC’s Seeun and Yoon to Halt Activities Due to Health Issues

Two members of STAYC will be taking a break due to health issues. Seeun and Yoon will be unable to participate in the group’s upcoming activities and will both focus on resting until further notice.

Seeun and Yoon to Sit Out STAYC’s Upcoming Schedules

On November 12, High Up Entertainment issued a statement regarding STAYC’s upcoming activities. The agency also confirmed that Seeun and Yoon will be unable to participate in the new schedules.

“STAYC members Seeun and Yoon visited a local hospital in Japan for examination due to poor health conditions, and received the advice from medical workers that they need rest and stability,” the statement read. “Thus, they will be unable to attend the ‘TGC Teen 2023 Winter supported by SIW2023’ schedule. Currently, Seeun and Yoon need time to rest and recover.”

“We ask all SWITH fan members for your understanding, and will support Seeun and Yoon in hopes of their quick recovery,” the statement concluded.

STAYC, a dynamic South Korean girl group under the banner of High Up Entertainment, is capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. This six-member ensemble, featuring Sumin, Sieun, Isa, Seeun, Yoon, and J, made their impressive debut on November 12, 2020, with their first single album, “Star to a Young Culture.”

Excitement continues to build around STAYC as they gear up for their highly anticipated third extended play ‘Teenfresh’, scheduled for release on August 16. The group’s infectious melodies and captivating performances have solidified their place in the K-pop scene.

Adding to the excitement, on July 27, STAYC delighted fans with the announcement of their first world tour, aptly named ‘Teenfresh’. The world tour promises to bring the group’s energetic music and stage presence to an international audience, expanding their reach and leaving a mark on the global music landscape. STAYC’s journey is one marked by talent, ambition, and a commitment to connecting with fans around the world, making them an act to watch in the K-pop industry.

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GreatGuys ‘Record of Youth’ World Tour Cancelled Due To Visa Issues

GreatGuys’ highly anticipated “Record of Youth” world tour faced an abrupt cancellation due to unforeseen visa issues, which came as a major disappointment to fans and the group itself. The tour, organized by Florida-based event planner ONK Entertainment, was set to kick off on November 12, but this exciting journey was abruptly halted.

ONK Entertainment Issues Statement Regarding GreatGuys’ ‘Record of Youth’ World Tour Cancellation

As the members of GreatGuys arrived in the United States in preparation for their performance in Denver on November 12, they were confronted with the unfortunate revelation that ONK Entertainment had not processed the necessary visas for both the group and their staff. These essential documents were vital for them to legally perform in the United States, and the absence of these visas meant they were unable to enter U.S. territory.

Since then, ONK Entertainment issued a statement regarding the situation.

“Through this statement, we want to inform you that the GreatGuys ‘Record of Youth’ World Tour that was scheduled to happen from November 12th to November 19th of this year will be cancelled. Unfortunately, ONK Entertainment didn’t process and get the members and staff the right visas to perform, and for those reasons, they couldn’t enter the U.S. territory,” the statement read.

“We want to clarify that this is our full responsibility,” it continues. “Neither DNA Entertainment, GreatGuys, or K-Pop Kastle has nothing [sic] to do with this, and we will work directly with U.S. Customs Borders [sic] to resolve this problem.”

The statement further adds that, “the ONK staff is working right now on the full refunds for all the GRACE that bought tickets for this tour.”

The last-minute visa issues not only disrupted the plans for the “Record of Youth” world tour but also left fans disappointed. Moreover, it left the members of GreatGuys in a difficult situation. The unexpected turn of events serves as a reminder of the complexities and challenges that can arise when organizing international tours for K-pop groups, underscoring the importance of thorough preparation and documentation.

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B.I.G’s Agency Denies Rumors Of Blocking Heedo From Using Instagram

GH Entertainment has issued a statement addressing the recent controversy involving Heedo. The agency clarified rumors alleging they had restricted the idol’s new Instagram account. The B.I.G member had launched the account shortly after announcing that his contract with the company had expired.

GH Entertainment Clarifies Restriction of Heedo’s New Instagram Account

On November 9, GH Entertainment issued a statement addressing speculations that they had restricted Heedo’s new Instagram account.

“It is completely untrue that we blocked Heedo from his personal social media account,” GH Entertainment said.

On October 31, Heedo announced on his Instagram account that his contract with the agency has ended. By the following week, the B.I.G. member launched a new account which was immediately made private.

GH Entertainment also clarified that Heedo’s contract is under negotiations.

“We are currently reviewing the legal possibility of extending Heedo’s contract period for the time during which Heedo’s group activities with B.I.G were halted due to his activities outside of the group. We will make another announcement when everything has been finalized,” the agency said in the statement.

B.I.G, also known as Boys In Groove, is a South Korean boy band that was formed by GH Entertainment in Seoul, South Korea. Their debut took place on July 9, 2014, marked by the release of their first digital single titled “Hello.”

Over the years, the group has undergone changes in its lineup. On September 30, 2019, Benji’s contract with GH Entertainment came to an end, and it was subsequently announced that he had departed from the group. Similarly, on March 31, 2021, Minpyo’s contract with GH Entertainment reached its conclusion, and he also decided not to renew, leading to his departure from the group.

The current composition of B.I.G features four members: J-Hoon, Gunmin, Heedo, and Jinseok. Despite the changes in their lineup over the years, the group continues to engage with their fans and create music, marking their presence in the K-pop industry.

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G-Dragon Will Take Legal Action Against Alleged Evidence Tampering Reports

G-Dragon is taking legal action against reports suggesting evidence tampering by removing his body hair in connection to alleged drug use.

Earlier, there were reports raising suspicion about G-Dragon concealing evidence related to potential drug use. He had been booked by the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency last month on charges of illegal drug use, which his lawyers subsequently denied. Recently, G-Dragon voluntarily cooperated with investigations at the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency’s Narcotics Unit and provided samples to the National Forensic Service for analysis.

G-Dragon Reacts to Alleged Evidence Tampering Reports

On November 10, media outlets reported that G-Dragon had shaved off all his body hair before visiting the police station. This raised suspicions that he may have done so to tamper with evidence, preventing his body hair from being tested for drugs. In response to these claims, G-Dragon’s lawyer, Kim Soo Hyun, released a statement refuting the allegations of evidence tampering and announced their intention to take legal action against false reports.

“There were reports today claiming G-Dragon shaved his body hair except the hair on his head before the police investigation and that police have raised suspicions of him attempting to tamper with evidence,” the statement read.

“The reports of him shaving his entire body is completely untrue,” it continued. “Furthermore, the court rejected this case due to a lack of evidence, and consequently, no search and seizure warrant related to hair has been issued. Despite this, Kwon Ji Yong believed that by swiftly revealing the truth he can eliminate speculation, and he voluntarily underwent police questioning and cooperated with the investigation by submitting not only urine and hair samples but also nails and toenails. Additionally, he even expressed his willingness to provide additional samples, including leg hair, beyond the head hair samples initially requested by the police.”

“In the future, we will take strong legal action against speculative reporting,” the statement added. “We request that the media engage in responsible and cautious reporting based on facts to prevent irreparable harm to G-Dragon, who is a prominent public figure.”

The legal action aims to address and clarify the situation regarding the allegations and to protect G-Dragon’s reputation amid the ongoing investigation.

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BTS’ Jungkook Has Sweet Interaction With Young ARMY

A heartwarming moment unfolded when a young ARMY had the incredible opportunity to meet Jungkook in person, bringing tears of joy and pure delight. The BTS member also took the time to congratulate the little fan on her 10th birthday!

BTS Jungkook Meets Young ARMY in Sweet Interaction on the ‘Today Show’

On November 8, Jungkook, the youngest member of BTS, graced New York City with a live performance on the ‘Today Show.’ Fans gathered outside the show’s studio in the early morning, eager to witness the spectacular performance by the beloved K-pop idol.

In the midst of the crowd, a young girl stood out, holding a sign that read “I’m 10 with JK!” This sign joyfully marked her tenth birthday, which coincided with this special day.

A host of the show added to the excitement by making her way through the crowd to introduce the young fan to Jungkook personally. When asked, “What do you want to say to JK?” the overwhelmed girl managed to reply amid tears, “I love you!” To the crowd’s delight, Jungkook responded with a heartfelt, “I love you too!”

The sweet interaction was captured on camera, and the sight of the young fan shedding tears of joy filled the atmosphere with an overwhelming sense of warmth and happiness. Jungkook, noticing her emotional state, tried to comfort her and extended his congratulations once more on her birthday.

In related news, Jungkook shared his love for anime. In a recent audio stream promoting his album ‘GOLDEN’ with fans, Jungkook openly discussed his ongoing projects and personal interests. He also revealed that his current favorite anime is Jujutsu Kaisen, instantly piquing the interest of fans of the series. Amazingly, the BTS maknae also did a spot-on impression of the character Satoru Gojo, admitting that that sorcerer is his favorite in the anme.

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ZEROBASEONE’s Zhang Hao Reveals BTS Song That Made Him Cry

Zhang Hao recently expressed his admiration for BTS. The ZEROBASEONE member revealed that there is even one BTS song that moved him to tears when he was just a trainee.

Zhao Hao Admits Being Moved to Tears By Emotional BTS Song

During a YouTube appearance on the popular music talk show “Leemujin Service,” hosted by singer Lee Mujin, Zhang Hao shared the music that has inspired him in his career. During the episode, the ZEROBASEONE member treated the audience to live renditions of his favorite songs, showcasing his impressive vocal talents. His performances included a range of K-Pop tracks, such as “Always” by ZEROBASEONE, “Rain” by Taeyeon, “I Love You” by Position, and “So Bad” by STAYC.

The live singing session also took an unexpected turn when Zhang Hao’s love for playing instruments was mentioned by the host, Lee Mujin. In response, Zhang Hao agreed to play the violin and chose BTS’s “Dynamite” as his song of choice. He spontaneously played the chorus of the song on his violin, with Lee Mujin accompanying him on the guitar.

Zhang Hao concluded his performance with another BTS song “Epiphany,” a solo piece by Jin from BTS’s 2018 album ‘Love Yourself: Answer’. He shared that this song had a special significance to him as it had moved him to tears when he watched a video of Jin performing it at a concert while playing the piano during his trainee days.

The melody left a lasting impression on him, and he had always wanted to perform the song. Luckily, Zhang Hao finally got his chance to do so in the episode.

ZEROBASEONE, the boy group formed through Mnet’s survival show “Boys Planet,” made their debut in July with the EP “Youth In The Shade.” They recently released their second EP, “Melting Point,” on November 6, continuing their journey in the K-Pop scene.

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Bae Suzy’s Thoughtful and Expensive Gifts to ‘Doona!’ Staff Revealed

Bae Suzy might be a huge star but she’s more than just a pretty face. Suzy’s “Doona!” co-star Yang Se Jong revealed that the former Miss A member also has a generous heart. Yang just revealed that Suzy provided thoughtful and expensive gifts for the staff of the Netflix series when they filmed during a difficult period!

Suzy Gave ‘Doona!’ Staff Expensive Gifts During Filming

Bae Suzy and Yang Se Jong recently made a guest appearance in an episode of “Salon Drip” where they discussed working on their hit show. At one point, the host asked Jang Do Yeon about Suzy’s generosity when they were filming for “Doona!” Not surprisingly, Yang had a delightful story to share.

He revealed that despite the show’s summer setting, the production faced the harshness of winter during filming. The dedicated staff endured challenging conditions, working tirelessly outdoors in the cold.

Suzy, who is known for her caring nature, decided to warm the hearts of the staff. She gifted each team member expensive gifts to combat the cold. Yang Se Jong revealed that Suzy “gave super expensive scarves to every one of the staff members.” Suzy went the extra mile, not only purchasing a collection of Acne Studio scarves, some priced as high as $420 USD each but also personally wrapping them.

Surprisingly, the substantial cost of these Christmas gifts didn’t faze Suzy in the least. What truly touched her was the staff’s happiness upon receiving the thoughtful tokens of appreciation. Suzy’s gesture warmed not only their bodies but their spirits as well.

“Doona!” is a romantic drama series based on a beloved webtoon. The story centers around the experiences of Lee Doona, a former idol as she encounters Lee Wonjun, a regular college student, in a shared living arrangement. The new series premiered on Netflix on October 20, 2023

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(G)I-DLE Singlehandedly Propelled CUBE Entertainment’s Q3 2023 Financial Performance

CUBE Entertainment has officially revealed its financial performance for the third quarter of 2023. Interestingly, despite recent losses with its current artists, the company confirmed that their flagship artist (G)I-DLE effectively propelled the agency through the third quarter of 2023.

CUBE Confirms (G)I-DLE Boosting Company’s Financial Performance

On November 9, CUBE shared an official statement regarding its financial performance from July to September 2023. In the third quarter, the company reported robust financial performance, with separate basis sales revenue at 22 billion KRW (approximately 16.8 million USD) and an operating profit of 3 billion KRW (approximately 2.3 million USD). These figures represent substantial growth, with a 90% increase in sales revenue and a profitable operating margin compared to the previous year.

By the end of the third quarter, cumulative separate basis sales revenue had reached 65 billion KRW (approximately 49.5 million USD), surpassing the prior year’s annual revenue in just nine months. The company achieved a cumulative operating profit of 10.1 billion KRW (approximately 7.7 million USD), marking the first time it has exceeded the 10 billion KRW milestone since its inception.

Considering subsidiary firms, consolidated basis sales revenue for the third quarter reached 39.1 billion KRW (approximately 29.8 million USD), with an operating profit of 3.4 billion KRW (approximately 2.6 million USD). These figures signify a 50% increase in sales revenue and a remarkable 430% growth in operating profit compared to the previous year. The cumulative consolidated basis sales revenue for the third quarter surpassed 100 billion KRW, reaching 105.8 billion KRW, and the cumulative consolidated operating profit for this quarter was 9.98 billion KRW.

Cube Entertainment’s flagship artist, (G)I-DLE, played a pivotal role in these achievements. Their three consecutive chart-topping hits in 2023, “TOMBOY,” “Nxde,” and “Queencard,” significantly boosted key performance indicators across various domains, such as album sales, digital music, and advertising, culminating in record-breaking cumulative sales for the third quarter.

“(G)I-DLE’s three-fold success and their million-seller status have boosted the intellectual property (IP) value,” a CUBE representative said. “The expanding global fandom has led to a 170% increase in advertising revenue compared to the same period last year, which includes numerous advertising contracts, such as luxury brand ambassadors.”

CUBE Entertainment previously dealt with the departure of six members of PENTAGON. In addition to that, all members of BTOB chose not to renew their contracts with the agency.

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Netflix Drops New ‘Sweet Home 2’ Poster Ahead of December Premiere

“Sweet Home 2” is officially coming this December and Netflix is hyping up the show’s return. A new poster offers a glimpse at Song Kang’s returning character Cha Hyunsoo as he undergoes a terrifying transformation!

‘Sweet Home 2’ Reveals New Poster

The new “Sweet Home 2” poster was shared during the Netflix Geeked Week event. In the poster, lead character Cha Hyunsoo is shown standing amidst the ruins of a building with helicopters shining their lights over him. What’s even more disturbing about the poster is the fact that Hyunsoo is sprouting a wing from his right shoulder instead of an arm. The wing is similar to the appendage he grew in the first season of the series.

The renewal of “Sweet Home” was confirmed back in June 2022, and Netflix also ensured that the series will get a third season. Last week, the first teaser for “Sweet Home 2” was released, announcing that the second season will premiere on the streaming service in December.

In the highly anticipated “Sweet Home” Season 2, the resilient survivors of Green Home, along with the enigmatic Hyun-soo portrayed by Song Kang, find themselves thrust into new, perilous environments. The gripping narrative unfolds as each character also faces the relentless struggle for survival against emerging beings and unexplained phenomena. The date announcement trailer features Song Kang’s Hyun-su, confined in a cage and transported to an unknown location, setting the stage for a mysterious and ominous journey.

Confronted by a compelling voice that claims to have been eagerly awaiting his arrival, Hyun-soo remains resolute, seeking guidance on the path ahead. As the survivors grapple with the ominous threat of monsterization and encounter marauding groups of monsters, the central question also looms: Can Hyun-soo emerge as the long-awaited savior capable of liberating everyone from the clutches of this haunting nightmare?

“Sweet Home” Season 2 promises a riveting continuation of the saga, weaving together suspense, survival, and the ever-growing mysteries that engulf the characters in the dark and enthralling world.

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