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LOONA’s HeeJin Announces Solo Album Release With First “K” Teaser

LOONA’s HeeJin is gearing up for her highly-anticipated official solo album release, and fans couldn’t be more excited.

HeeJin Drops First Teaser for Solo Album Release

On October 6, the official ARTMS Twitter account shared the first image from HeeJin’s solo debut. In a captivating teaser reveal, HeeJin unveiled the title of her upcoming solo album release, which is simply titled ‘K.’ The teaser image exudes a strong and elegant traditional Korean ambiance, captivating viewers with its captivating visuals.

The choice in aesthetics perfectly aligns with HeeJin’s unique allure and charisma, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the seamless fusion of music and visuals that her upcoming album is poised to deliver.

The announcement of HeeJin’s official solo debut has ignited excitement and anticipation among fans, who are eagerly awaiting the release of her new music. With a confirmed debut date set for October 31, fans can mark their calendars and prepare for what is sure to be a remarkable and memorable solo debut from the talented LOONA member. Stay tuned for further updates and information on HeeJin’s highly-anticipated solo debut as the countdown to October 31 continues.

Explaining The LOONA Legal Drama

In related news, LOONA’s former agency Blockberry Creative is still determined to pursue legal action against the members. The company is actively pursuing an appeal and has initiated a secondary lawsuit currently pending at the Seoul Northern District Court. Off the record, officials from the agency also continue to assert their position, indicating that they are far from ready to admit defeat.

The LOONA legal battle began with Chuu’s decision to initiate legal proceedings, which triggered a chain reaction within the group. Subsequently, HeeJin, Kim Lip, Jinsoul, Choerry, HyunJin, Vivi, and others also followed suit, ultimately leading to the effective disbandment of the group.

Following these legal battles, some members have already signed contracts with new agencies and are making preparations to resume their entertainment careers. Furthermore, the remaining members – HaSeul, YeoJin, Yves, Olivia Hye, and Go Won – have also won an appeal at the Seoul High Court, liberating them from the constraints on their entertainment activities.

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ITZY Confirms First Drama OST for tvN’s ‘Strong Girl Nam Soon’

ITZY is set to make a significant contribution to the upcoming South Korean drama “Strong Girl Nam Soon” with their first-ever drama OST as a group, titled “Superpowers.”

ITZY Joins “Strong Girl Nam Soon” OST Lineup

Scheduled for release on October 8 at 6 PM KST, “Superpowers” serves as part of the OST for tvN’s new Sat-Sun drama, “Strong Girl Nam Soon.” The track promises to be an upbeat and energetic dance number that perfectly encapsulates the impressive strength and spirited personality of the main character, Kang Nam Soon.

“Strong Girl Nam Soon” is an eagerly anticipated television series featuring a star-studded cast, including Lee Yoo-mi in the title role. The drama is a spin-off of the popular 2017 series “Strong Girl Bong-soon.” This time, the story follows Gang Nam-soon, who is revealed to be the cousin of Do Bong-soon (Park Bo-young) from the original series.

Nam-soon, like her cousin, is gifted with extraordinary superhuman strength, which she inherited from her mother and grandmother. The series explores her journey as she navigates her life with this unique ability, promising an entertaining and action-packed storyline.

ITZY’s “Superpowers” is set to enhance the drama’s narrative by providing a captivating and fitting theme song for Kang Nam Soon, who possesses exceptional abilities similar to those of Do Bong-soon. The collaboration between ITZY and “Strong Girl Nam Soon” is eagerly awaited by fans, as it marks the group’s first venture into drama OSTs, adding to their ever-expanding musical portfolio. With their empowering music and catchy tunes, ITZY is sure to amplify the excitement and energy of the drama’s storyline and characters, making “Superpowers” a highly anticipated release.

In related news, ITZY was scheduled to perform the highly anticipated Superpop 2023. However, the event was cancelled after a portion of the stage collapsed just a few days before the concert. Nine out of the thirteen workers present were injured during the accident.

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LOCO Confirms 2nd Full Album ‘WEAK’

Renowned artist LOCO is making a triumphant return with his highly-anticipated 2nd full album, “WEAK,” marking a significant milestone in his musical journey. This would be the rapper’s first full-length effort in almost six years.

LOCO Confirms 2nd Full Album For October Release

“WEAK” is a remarkable achievement as it marks LOCO’s first full-length album in six years since his debut full-length album, “BLEACHED,” which was released in 2017. The 2nd full album is set for release on October 17, 2023.

To build anticipation for this momentous comeback, AOMG, the label representing LOCO, has unveiled captivating image teasers across its official social media platforms. In these teasers, LOCO dons a striking appearance with his red-dyed hair, piercings, and an intriguing “WEAK” inscription engraved on his head. These unconventional visuals have piqued curiosity and excitement among fans, also hinting at the unique direction of his upcoming album.

Having solidified his position as a leading figure in the domestic hip-hop scene, LOCO has consistently delivered trendsetting music that resonates with fans. This summer, he also released his first single in over a year, titled “INEEEDYOURLOVE,” showcasing his distinct musical style through both the title track and the b-side “VOLVO.”

With LOCO’s return to the music scene this season, expectations are running high as fans eagerly await the unveiling of the tracks featured in his long-awaited full-length album, “WEAK.” As a talented and influential artist, LOCO’s music also continues to captivate audiences and shape the landscape of contemporary hip-hop in South Korea and beyond.

In related news, LOCO recently opened up about his married life. The rapper dropped the surprise news last year confirming he is tying the knot with a civilian woman. Although he has kept silent since getting hitched, LOCO has opened up about his marriage and also discussed how he met his lovely wife.

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TVXQ Announces December Comeback for 20th Anniversary

TVXQ is getting ready for a December comeback! The legendary idol group is set to commemorate their remarkable 20th debut anniversary with a highly anticipated new album, concert, and exhibition later this year!

TVXQ Confirms December Comeback and Massive Year-End Showcase

SM Entertainment announced on October 5th that TVXQ will be launching a new album, hosting a concert, and organizing an exhibition to celebrate their 20th debut anniversary. The agency also confirmed that the group is set for a December comeback this year.

TVXQ, who made their debut in December 2003 with the chart-topping single “Hug,” will reach their momentous 20th debut anniversary on December 26th. To honor this significant occasion, TVXQ has decided to express their gratitude to the devoted fans who have showered them with love and support over the years by presenting a full-length ninth album.

The theme of their upcoming anniversary celebration is aptly named “20&2 (20th Anniversary & 2 Members).” Through their musical activities, TVXQ also intends to reflect on the meaningful two decades they have spent together and offer fans a glimpse of the exciting journey ahead, led by the duo consisting of Yunho and Changmin.

This forthcoming full-length ninth album marks their first new Korean release in approximately five years, following the launch of “New Chapter #1: The Chance of Love.”

In anticipation of their highly awaited comeback, TVXQ also unveiled a teaser image adorned with the Cassiopeia constellation, which also symbolizes their dedicated fan club. This teaser image has only heightened the excitement surrounding their return to the music scene.

As the K-pop industry anticipates this momentous comeback, TVXQ’s 20th debut anniversary is also bound to be a spectacular celebration that fans around the world will eagerly embrace.

TVXQ began as a five-member boy band composed of members U-Know Yunho, Max Changmin, Hero Jaejoong, Micky Yoochun, and Xiah Junsu. After Hero, Micky, and Junsu left the group, Yunho and Changmin continued to promote as a duo.

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Cute! BTS’ Jungkook Shows off Close Friendship With Seventeen’s Mingyu, Seungkwan

SEVENTEEN's Mingyu celebrates his birthday with BTS' Jungkook. Credit: Instagram/Mingyu

How are we feeling, ArmyCarats? BTS’ Jungkook delighted fans anew when he recently showcased his tight friendship with SEVENTEEN members Mingyu and Seungkwan.

On Wednesday, October 4, the BTS member posted a video clip of doing the “3D” dance challenge with Mingyu. “3D” is Jungkook’s latest digital single, which featured American rapper Jack Harlow. 

In the TikTok challenge, the two sported matching denim outfits and caps. 

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#fyp #dance #gcf #jungkook_3d #seventeen #mingyu

♬ 3D (feat. Jack Harlow) – Jung Kook & Jack Harlow

Notably, this is now the third challenge the long-time friends have taken. In August, Jungkook and Mingyu also appeared in matching black and white attire to dance along to Jungkook‘s single “Seven,” which featured American singer Latto.

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아 몰라 걍 올려 #jungkook #mingyu #bts #seventeen #seven #sevendayaweek

♬ 오리지널 사운드 – JK – AbjkMRstY

Before that, the 97-liners first surprised the K-pop world when they danced to SEVENTEEN’s “Super.” Prior to the release of the said TikTok challenge, the BTS member also talked about learning the choreography for “Super” on his Weverse Live in several accounts. 

https://twitter.com/_RapperJK/status/1709615064825872698

Although Jungkook has done challenges with other K-pop idols to promote his track, Mingyu remains as the only artist featured in his personal TikTok account.

For fans, the dance challenges just proved the adorable friendships between two K-pop idols. And while fans are already well aware of Jungkook’s friendship with Mingyu, the BTS member has also apparently developed a close bond with the other SEVENTEEN members as well.

Jungkook and SVT members’ interaction

During the“3D” challenge of Jungkook and Mingyu was posted, Seungkwan was peacefully taking his time to talk to CARATs, SEVENTEEN’s fandom, in a Weverse live. Then, Mingyu suddenly appeared in the comment section and informed Seungkwan about the challenge.

Shortly after, Jungkook also left remarks in the live through Mingyu’s account. The BTS member warmly greeted CARATs and stated that he will do a SEVENTEEN challenge next time. “CARATs, please support us,” Jungkook said.

Furthermore, Jungkook also confessed how much he misses the younger idol. 

The whole situation even became more chaotic when Wonwoo also made a sudden appearance in the comment section. There, the rapper revealed that he was the one who took Jungkook and Mingyu’s “3D” challenge.

Moreover, Seungkwan’s live was suddenly cut short since he was receiving a call from Jungkook. Following the brief exchange, he had to explain to the viewers that Jungkook, Wonwoo and Mingyu were hanging out with ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo, who’s also part of the 97-line friend group. 

Because of this, Seungkwan was prompted to share how close he is with Jungkook and Eun Woo, even though they’re from a different group. Additionally, the SEVENTEEN vocalist shared that the 97-line friend group often contact him when they need a mood maker while they’re hanging out. 

With all these interactions in just a single day, fans of both BTS and SEVENTEEN can’t help but gush over the sweet friendship between the two groups. And they also remain hopeful for more interactions given that both acts will make a comeback around the same time. 

SEVENTEEN is set to drop their 11th Mini Album Seventeenth Heaven on October 23. Meanwhile, Jungkook will also release his first solo album Golden on November 3.

Featured image: SEVENTEEN’s Mingyu celebrates his birthday with BTS’ Jungkook. Credit: Instagram/Mingyu

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Wonder Girls’ Yubin and Tennis Player Kwon Soon Woo Confirm Breakup

Yubin and Kwon Soon Woo have officially parted ways, marking the end of their relationship. The Wonder Girls member confirmed the news after removing the national tennis player’s photos from her social media account.

Kim Yubin’s Agency Confirms Wonder Girls Member’s Breakup With National Tennis Player Kwon Soon Woo

On October 5, rrr Entertainment, Yubin’s agency, confirmed the news, stating, “It is true that Yubin [and Kwon Soon Woo] recently broke up. They have mutually decided to maintain a supportive friendship.”

The former Wonder Girls member and professional tennis player Kwon Soon Woo had initially confirmed their romantic relationship in May, which had garnered attention and support from their respective fanbases. However, the breakup had been a subject of speculation as observant fans noticed that the couple had deleted their shared photos and unfollowed each other on Instagram.

Kim Yubin, the founder and CEO of RRR Entertainment, first gained prominence as a member of the South Korean girl group Wonder Girls. The group was formed in 2007 under JYP Entertainment and remained active until its disbandment in 2017. Yubin embarked on her solo career in 2018, making her debut with the single “Lady.” Since then, she has continued to release music and expand her presence in the entertainment industry.

Kwon Soon Woo has represented South Korea in the 2017 Davis Cup. He also represented South Korea at the 2022 Davis Cup Finals and recorded his first victory over a top-20 player by defeating world No. 13, Félix Auger-Aliassime. After a six-month hiatus, he returned to the 2023 US Open. Although he was eliminated in the first round out, Kwon had protected ranking.

While the couple’s decision to go their separate ways may come as a disappointment to some fans, it is reassuring to know that they have chosen to remain friends and offer encouragement to each other in their respective endeavors.

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U-KISS’ Hoon, Ex-Girl’s Day’s Hwang Ji Seon Expecting 1st Child

U-KISS' Hoon tied the knot with Hwang Ji Seon. Credit: Website/Soompi

Feeling old yet, 2nd generation K-pop fans? Celebrity couple Hoon and Ji Seon are set to embark on their journey to parenthood as they’re now soon-to-be parents. 

On Thursday, October 4, Hoon of the boy group U-KISS announced that his wife, former Girl’s Day member Hwang Ji Seon, is pregnant with their first child. Alongside the ultrasound photo of the baby, Hoon also wrote an affectionate caption to celebrate the good news.

“An incredibly precious and cherished new life, for which we had been desperately hoping and waiting, has found its way to us,” the 32-year old singer warmly said.

Moreover, Hoon also articulated his promise to be a good father so that their child would grow up healthy and full of love and blessings. “I will do my best as a father for the sake of my wife who has worked hard, and our baby who is growing healthily,” he stated.

According to Hoon, the baby has now reached 27 weeks. 

More about Hoon and Ji Seon

For those who don’t know, Hoon is the youngest member of the boy group U-KISS. Said act made its debut in 2008. However, Hoon was not part of the initial lineup as he was only added to the group in 2011 alongside three more members.

After the group’s contract with NH Media expired in 2021, U-KISS promoted as a three-member group after Hoon, Soohyun, and Seop signed with Tango Music. In June 2023, it was announced that former members Alexander, Eli, and AJ rejoined the group. Moreover, U-KISS recently celebrated their 15th debut anniversary, as well.

On the other hand, Hwang Ji Seon, is known as a former member of the girl group Girl’s Day. After her departure from Girl’s Day, the singer made her comeback with new groups New.FO, and ShaFLA. But both groups only disbanded after some time. Since then, Ji Seon has remained out of the spotlight. 

In May 2022, the U-KISS member shared a handwritten letter announcing his marriage to Hwang Ji Seon. Shortly after, the couple held a private wedding ceremony.

With the couple’s pregnancy announcement, Hoon now joins the “dad line” in U-KISS. In 2016, members Eli and Dongho both became fathers to baby boys. In 2019, former U-KISS member Kibum also revealed that he and his wife welcomed their first son. 

Featured image: U-KISS’ Hoon tied the knot with Hwang Ji Seon. Credit: Website/Soompi

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aespa’s Winter Claps Back at Fan Complaining About Dear U. Bubble Absence

Being a K-pop idol is a great job but it also has a lot of demands. For instance, idols are expected to interact with their fans whenever they can. In the case of Winter, one particular fan tried to get the aespa member to interact with them on Dear U. Bubble. Interestingly, the idol had a classy clapback at the demanding fan.

Several SM Entertainment artists have recently expanded their presence on the Weverse platform, allowing for increased interaction with fans through the fan forum community, free of charge. However, despite this expansion, aespa continue to use the Dear. U Bubble service to communicate with their fans.

Dear. U Bubble is a subscription-based service where fans pay a monthly fee to receive exclusive messages from their favorite idols, as well as the opportunity to send replies. Given the paid nature of this service, fans often have expectations regarding the frequency of messages and interactions.

aespa Fan Tries To Get Winter To Return To Bubble

One fan, in particular, expressed their discontent on Weverse, sharing a screenshot of Winter’s last message on Bubble and urging her to send a new one. They persistently requested messages from a specific time frame between 5:32 pm and 5:54 pm. Despite the fan’s somewhat demanding tone, Winter responded to one of their posts at 6:15 pm, displaying remarkable professionalism and courtesy in her reply.

Winter‘s graceful handling of the situation deserves commendation. Despite the fan’s initial rudeness and insistence, Winter remained composed and responded in a polite manner. Her ability to handle such interactions with grace and professionalism reflects well on her as a star and demonstrates her dedication to maintaining a positive connection with her fans. Kudos to Winter for her exemplary response!

In related news, aespa and American footwear brand Crocs recently teamed up to launch its limited edition “Stomp Clogs”.

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Former UNI.T’s Lee Suji, Actor Ko Hyoung Woo Stun in Wedding Photos

Ko Hyoung Woo shares wedding photos with fiancé Lee Suji. Credit: Instagram/Ko Hyoung Woo

Wedding bells are soon to ring for celebrity couple Lee Suji and Ko Hyoung Woo. And in celebration of their upcoming big day, the former UNI.T member shared stunning wedding photos from their wedding pictorial. 

On Wednesday, October 4, actor Ko Hyoung Woo also shared the beautiful photos on his Instagram alongside a heartwarming caption. 

“I got to marry a loving, warm, pretty, young bride,” he said in the translated post. “Let’s be happy together for a long time. Thank you so much for coming into my life,” the actor added.

In early September, the idol announced her plans of tying the knot. There, Suji expressed how much she’s looking forward to starting a new chapter in her life. 

“More than anything else, I’m so happy to know that the power of love is bigger than anything else,” she said then. Moreover, she also asked for the fans’ continued support. 

At the time, she didn’t disclose her partner, only saying that her groom-to-be is someone friendly and has a warm heart. Hence, the release of her wedding photo with Hyoung Woo left their fans pleasantly surprised. 

For those unfamiliar, Hyoung Woo starred in the series The Battle of Jangsari. 

98z congratulate Suji, Hyoung Woo

Upon seeing the lovely photos, the 98-line, Suji’s age friend group, immediately sent their congratulatory messages for the couple.

In one of her posts, SinB of girl group Viviz gave a flattering remark to the bride-to-be. “Princess like no other,” the idol commented.

Prior to the release of the wedding pictorial, the 98z including Viviz’ Sinbi and Umji, SEVENTEEN’s Seungkwan, and soloist Hello Gloom already celebrated Suji’s milestone with her.

In the photos Suji shared on her personal Instagram account, the friend group gifted her a cake, a bouquet of flowers, and some other presents.

“Thanks to many of you who pray with my friends and congratulate me 100 times, I got great comfort and joy,” the singer wrote in her caption.

Aside from the 98-liners, the couple was also congratulated by other celebrities including model Um Yejin and singer-actress Kim So Ri. 

The couple’s wedding ceremony will be held sometime this October. Congratulations to the couple!

Featured image: Ko Hyoung Woo shares wedding photos with fiancé Lee Suji. Credit: Instagram/Ko Hyoung Woo

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Crazy Horse Paris Shares Official Photos of BLACKPINK’s Lisa

Crazy Horse Paris finally offered a glimpse at the BLACKPINK member's 'Crisis? What Crisis?' solo stage at the cabaret

BLACKPINK’s Lisa has successfully concluded her captivating performances at the renowned Crazy Horse Paris cabaret from September 28 to September 30, leaving an indelible mark on the audience.

Crazy Horse Paris Shares Official Photos of BLACKPINK Lisa From Cabaret Show

The news of Lisa’s participation in the cabaret generated significant anticipation and intrigue, particularly regarding the nature of her performances. Fans who were fortunate to witness her shows in Paris promptly shared their experiences across various social media platforms.

To satiate the growing curiosity surrounding Lisa’s performances, Crazy Horse Paris has released official photos of the BLACKPINK member in action.

During her five special shows at Crazy Horse Paris, Lisa showcased her talents through a combination of solo acts and collaborative group performances with the cast.

Due to the cabaret’s strict no-recording policy, only those in attendance had the privilege of witnessing Lisa’s mesmerizing performances firsthand. However, Lisa has generously offered glimpses of her sultry acts at the cabaret on her Instagram, giving fans around the world a taste of her remarkable talents and the electrifying atmosphere of Crazy Horse Paris.

“Such an amazing experience at Crazy Horse Paris. Thank you everyone for making this happen. Call me whenever you need someone to fill a spot,” Lisa wrote.

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Lisa clearly enjoyed performing at the cabaret and it might have a lot to do with the support she received. BLACKPINK members Jisoo, Jennie, and Rosé reportedly attended her performances along with Lisa’s family and friends. With that in mind, it’s clear that the Thai idol has all the support she needs in all her endeavors.

In related news, fellow BLACKPINK member Jennie may have confirmed that she is currently preparing for a solo album. Interestingly, the star of “The Idol” may have revealed her solo effort during a conversation with legendary R&B artist Usher.

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