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Look: Here Are the K-pop Acts Nominated for the 2023 MTV EMAs

BTS' Jungkook during filming of his digital single 'Seven.' Credit: Facebook/BTS

K-pop has once again proved its global influence in the music industry. After numerous recognitions at the recently held 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), K-pop acts are now set to bag a new set of awards at the 2023 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs).

On Tuesday, October 3, Billboard Brazil unveiled the list of nominations for the upcoming EMAs. 

According to MTV, the EMAs will be an event to celebrate the work of global artists with awards and legendary performances from international music icons. Notably, several K-pop acts made it to the record.

Who are nominated for 2023 MTV EMAs?

Topping the list are BTS’ Jungkook and TOMORROW X TOGETHER. Both HYBE artists garnered a total of three nominations each.

Jungkook, the youngest member of the sensational group BTS, has been nominated for the Best K-pop and Biggest fans categories. He will also compete for the Song of the Year category for his digital single “Seven” featuring Latto. Furthermore, this is Jungkook’s first EMA nomination as a solo artist. 

Just last month, Jungkook took home the MTV VMAs Song of the Summer award for the said track.

Meanwhile, boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER also earned nominations for the following categories: Best K-pop, Best Push Artist, and Best Group. At the MTV VMAs, the “Sugar Rush Ride” singers bagged the Push Performance of the Year award.

Meanwhile, “Super” hitmakers SEVENTEEN and monster rookies NewJeans took two nods each, both for the Best K-pop and Best Group categories.

In addition, “Next Level” singers aespa also earned a nod for Best Group, while BLACKPINK is nominated for Biggest Fans category. Moreover, groups FIFTY FIFTY and Stray Kids will also compete for the Best K-Pop category.

Meanwhile, boy group TREASURE has been nominated in the Best Asia Act category as South Korea’s sole representative.

The 2023 MTV EMAs will take place in Paris, France on November 5. Fans can vote for their favorite acts on the MTV EMAs official website until October 31, 11:59 pm. Who are you rooting for among these nominees? 

Featured image: BTS’ Jungkook during filming of his digital single ‘Seven.’ Credit: Facebook/BTS

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Look: TXT’s Soobin Reunites With Bebe Rexha in MTV VMAs 2023

Soobin and Bebe Rexha met each other in person for the first time. Credit: Instagram/Bebe Rexha

With the recently concluded MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), TOMORROW X TOGETHER bagged the Push Performance of the Year award for their track “Sugar Rush Ride.” Aside from that recognition though, the group’s leader Soobin had one more thing to celebrate!

Soobin, known to be an avid fan of Bebe Rexha, got to reunite with his idol at the awards show. The American singer-songwriter even took to Instagram the selfies they took at the event.

In one of Bebe’s backstage interviews at the VMAs, she even congratulated TXT and mentioned Soobin. “I’m excited to see them, say hi and just hang out with them. I’m happy for them,” she stated.

Fanboy Soobin

In Soobin’s Weverse live on September 16, the idol talked about his recent VMAs experience. There, Soobin shared his encounter with Bebe Rexha and reminisced how her music helped him get over tough times.

 “I gained a lot of  strength through her music when I was a trainee and I felt like a lot of those lyrics were talking about me… I still feel the same”, he told MOAs. Upon knowing they were both attending the VMAs, Soobin restlessly sent Bebe a text message, in the hopes that they would meet. 

Additionally, the leader excitedly shared about how their seats were close to each other during the show. And how Bebe looked out for him and his group throughout the night. Also he made sure to let Bebe know he missed her too.

Heartwarmingly, Soobin mentioned how he was really nervous during the awards show but Bebe made him feel relaxed. “Since our seats were close to each other, whenever we’d make eye contact, she’d smile at me and it really made me feel very calm,” he said. “I was really grateful to her,” he added.

Moreover, that’s not the end for Soobin’s fanboy moments during the VMAs!! When he was asked which artist he would want to work on a record with, he naturally said Bebe Rexha without a second thought.

 

Bebe Rexha and Soobin’s friendship 

In 2019, the two had a cute interaction on social media. At the time, Soobin told Bebe Rexha that he is her biggest fan.

A year later, in 2020, TXT and Bebe Rexha also held a joint Instagram live. After that virtual chat, the American singer was all praises for the K-pop group, describing them as sweet and awesome. 

Unsurprisingly, Soobin talked about how nervous he was talking to his idol. He even shared some of his favorite unreleased tracks of Bebe and asked her if she’ll release them in the future. 

 

However, the duo only met each other in-person in March 2023. To commemorate their first encounter, Bebe took to social media to share some adorable photos and clips of them together. “Sweet sweet angel,” she said in the caption.

With several interactions now, fans of both groups couldn’t help but wish for a Soobin-Bebe Rexha collaboration next!

Feautred image: Soobin and Bebe Rexha met each other in person for the first time. Credit: Instagram/Bebe Rexha

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TXT’s Yeonjun Spills On Special Treatment From Jungkook During Post VMAs 2023 Interaction

The TXT member received special treatment from 'Jungkook-hyung' after their VMA 2023 performance

The strong camaraderie among HYBE artists is well-known. Not surprisingly, TXT’s Yeonjun gave fans a glimpse into the close-knit bond. The idol shared his experience of grabbing a meal with BTS’s Jungkook after a recent awards ceremony. Interestingly, Yeonjun confirmed he received some special treatment from the “Seven” singer.

On September 12 (local time), TXT and the talented singer Anitta delivered a phenomenal performance at the 2023 VMAs, capturing the attention of viewers worldwide. Following the event, HYBE’s founder, Bang Si Hyuk, shared videos revealing that members of TXT and BTS’s Jungkook celebrated their outstanding performance and also commemorated Yeonjun’s birthday.

Despite the excitement of the VMAs, Yeonjun found time to connect with MOAs and mark his birthday with a special live broadcast on September 14 (KST), even though it was late in America. This heartfelt gesture exemplifies the strong bond within the HYBE family and their dedication to fans, further endearing them to their global audience.

TXT Member Yeonjun Shares BTS’ Jungkook’s Special Treatment on Birthday Celebration

During the broadcast, Yeonjun discussed the celebratory meal after the 2023 VMAs. He admitted being touched by the party which included his fellow TXT members and their staff. Yeonjun also revealed that Jungkook, who attended along with Bang Si Hyuk, gave him some special treatment.

“Jungkook hyung also gave me more meat because it was my birthday,” he said. “He’s a really sweet hyung…thank you.”

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This isn’t a huge surprise considering that TXT and BTS have always been close. Still, it is touching to know that Jungkook made sure Yeonjun felt truly special on his birthday. In addition to that, the BTS maknae showed he cared by making sure the younger idol is well fed on his special day.

TXT is currently gearing up for their third full-length studio album. The group will release ‘The Name Chapter: Freefall’ on October 13, 2023.

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BTS’ Jungkook, Tomorrow X Together Celebrate VMAs Win With Bang PD

Bang PD hangs out with BTS' Jungkook and TOMORROW X Together. Credit: Instagram/Bang PD

It’s the time to have fun, ARMYs and MOAs as BTS’ Jungkook and TOMORROW X TOGETHER celebrated their first VMAs wins, as well as Yeonjun’s birthday with Bang PD! 

In a series of Instagram Stories uploaded by BIGHIT and HYBE Founder Bang Si Hyuk, the artists are seen having dinner together after the awards show with “Hitman Bang” himself.  

“They tore up the stage tonight,” Bang PD wrote, referring to TXT’s debut performance at the MTV VMAs. 

Aside from the awards, the BIGHIT family also celebrated Yeonjun’s 24th birthday. In another video, the singer is seen blowing out candles on his cake. In the caption, Bang PD wrote: “Happy Birthday, Yeonjun.” 

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Moreover, Bang PD also shared videos of him with BTS’ Jungkook. As seen in his Instagram story, the two were throwing up random hand signs. Interestingly, Bang PD hinted that “There’s a spoiler! A big one,” in the said video. Which left fans guessing what it possibly meant, with many thinking that it’s for another solo release. 

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Prior to this video with Bang PD, Jungkook has already expressed his plans to release his first mini album in November. Additionally, in the Suchwita episode where Jungkook appeared as a guest, he also revealed that he is gearing up to drop new music later this year.

TXT and Jungkook’s VMA wins

With the recently concluded MTV VMAs, TXT made history as they became the first fourth generation group to win at the awards show. There, the group took home the Push Performance of the Year award for their track “Sugar Rush Ride.”

Moreover, TXT also wowed the crowd with the premiere performance of their pre-release single “Back for More”, featuring Brazilian singer Anitta. With this team up, TXT became the first K-Pop group to showcase a genre-fusing collaboration at the VMAs.

On the other hand, their fellow BIGHIT artist, BTS’ Jungkook also bagged his first VMAs win. Though he did not attend the event, the all-rounder singer took home the Song of the Summer title with his viral hit “Seven”, featuring Latto. With this, Jungkook became the first Korean solo artist to win in the category. 

Featured image: Bang PD hangs out with BTS’ Jungkook and TOMORROW X Together. Credit: Instagram/Bang PD

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Blackpink Now With 6 Nominations in MTV VMAs 2023

BLACKPINK in a photo from their "Shut Down" release. Credit: Facebook/BLACKPINK

The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) has revealed more K-pop nominees for this year’s award show and the competition just got fiercer! 

On Friday, September 1, MTV announced the nominees for four VMA categories. They are Group of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Summer, and Show of the Summer, in which numerous K-Pop groups have earned nominations for.

With this, BLACKPINK now tops the K-pop acts with the most nominations with their six nods. The four-member girl group under YG Entertainment scored additional nods for: Show of the Summer and Group of the Year categories. 

Previously, the 2023 MTV VMAs announced that the group was nominated for Best K-Pop, Best Choreography, Best Art Direction, and Best Editing. And all nominations are for their hit track “Pink Venom.” Remarkably, BLACKPINK also became the first K-pop girl group to perform at the VMAs with “Pink Venom” last year.

Meanwhile,TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) scored a total of four nominations- the most of any male K-Pop group this year. Apart from the previously announced nominations for Push Performance and Best K-Pop, TXT are now competing for the Group of the Year and Song of the Summer categories, too.

Among the recently announced nominees are BTS’ Jungkook and FIFTY FIFTY. They both have secured Song of the Summer nominations for their viral hits “Seven” (feat. Latto) and “Cupid,” respectively.

Additionally, BLACKPINK and TXT are joined by SEVENTEEN, NewJeans, and FIFTY FIFTY for the Group of the Year category.

Note that MTV also has a Best K-pop category, which they only added in 2019. For this year, the acts competing are BLACKPINK, TXT, aespa, FIFTY FIFTY, SEVENTEEN, Stray Kids.

What To Expect in 2023 MTV VMAs

With the 2023 MTV VMAs just around the corner, here’s a brief list of what we know so far:

It will be aired live on September 12, although the emcees and the recipient of the Global Icon Award are yet to be announced.

Interestingly, this year’s edition will mark the first time for two K-pop acts to perform for the awards show. TXT and Stray Kids will take the stage and it will be both group’s first time to perform at VMAs. They will now be joining BTS and BLACKPINK as the only K-Pop groups to achieve this feat.

 

Aside from K-Pop boy groups TXT and Stray Kids, international artists will be bringing their music to the show as well. The roster includes Demi Lovato, Karol G, Maneskin, Doja Cat, Lil Wayne, Anitta, and Kelsea Ballerini.

Meanwhile, fans can now vote for their favorite group via MTV’s official website. 

Featured image: BLACKPINK in a photo from their “Shut Down” release. Credit: Facebook/BLACKPINK

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Look: TXT Is Dior’s Newest Global Ambassadors

TXT poses with their customized Dior fits for Lollapalooza festival. Credit: Twitter/DIOR

Another good news for MOAs: fashion luxury brand Dior tapped K-pop boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT)  to be their newest global ambassador! 

The brand announced the news on Thursday, August 10. It revealed that Dior’s artistic director Kim Jones designed the group’s customized outfits for the Lollapalooza music festival. 

 

Over the weekend of August 5, TXT history as the first K-pop group to headline the major US festival. Aside from their 20-song performance, MOAs were also in awe of the members’ styling for the show. 

In an exclusive by Women’s Wear Daily, Jones shared that TXT’s outfits drew inspiration from his utilitarian and sci-fi-inspired pre-fall 2023 collection. 

“Tomorrow X Together are the perfect ambassadors for Dior,” he was quoted as saying. “They have a great attitude and style and they look great in their custom stage outfits.” 

Meanwhile, Leader Soobin said that it’s an “honor” for the group to wear Dior in Lollapalooza, which he described as “one of the most significant performances of [their] career.” 

Additionally, all TXT members also expressed their own eagerness and excitement in more collaboration with the brand. 

“I’m thrilled to become an ambassador of Dior and represent a brand that I am personally fond of,” Yeonjun said. 

Taehyun added: “Collaborating with a major fashion house like Dior for a music festival as big as Lollapalooza was truly amazing.

K-pop stars making waves in fashion industry 

With this announcement, TXT has officially become the first K-pop group that Dior tapped to be their global ambassador. 

They joined a number of other K-pop stars signed to the fashion house. BTS’ Jimin, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, EXO’s Sehun, ASTRO’s Cha Eun Woo, and NewJeans’ Haerin are also Dior ambassadors.

Aside from these K-pop acts, there’s also several international stars under Dior. Robert Pattinson, Anya Taylor-Joy, Caleb McLaughlin, and Elizabeth Debicki are among the faces of the brand. 

Recently, numerous K-pop idols have been tapped as global ambassadors for luxurious fashion brands. We have BTS’ V for Cartier, SEVENTEEN’s Vernon for Kenzo, and TWICE’s Dahyun for Michael Kors. Additionally, STRAY KIDS’ Hyunjin signed with Versace and (G)I-DLE’s Miyeon for Jimmy Choo. 

Meanwhile,  TXT is currently embarking on their ACT: SWEET MIRAGE world tour. They also recently collaborated with American band Jonas Brothers for the track “Do It Like That” and released their Disney+ documentary Our Lost Summer. 

Composed of Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai, TXT is known for songs “Good Boy Gone Bad,” “Crown,” “Blue Hour,” and “Anti-Romantic.” 

Featured image: TXT poses with their customized Dior fits for Lollapalooza festival. Credit: Twitter/DIOR

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Here Are the K-Pop Acts Nominated for the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards

BLACKPINK in a behind-the-scenes photo from their Coachella 2023 set. Credit: Facebook/BLACKPINK

There’s no denying how huge K-pop has become in the international music scene. And the growing amount of K-pop act nominees in 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) is proof of that. 

MTV unveiled on Wednesday, August 8, the nominees for this year’s awarding, and six K-pop acts made it to the list. 

BLACKPINK is the most nominated K-pop act this year, garnering a total of four nods. 

The girl group’s hit single “Pink Venom” is nominated for Best Choreography, Best Art Direction, Best Editing, and Best K-pop. 

 

Meanwhile, TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) scored a total of two nominations with their recent title track “Sugar Rush Side.”

It is nominated in the Push Performance of the Year and Best K-pop categories. 

 

In addition to BLACKPINK and TXT, four other acts are also nominated in the K-pop category.

The nominees includes aespa’s “Girls,” FIFTY FIFTY’s “Cupid,” SEVENTEEN’s “Super,”  and Stray Kids’ “S-Class.” 

MTV only added the Best K-pop category in 2019. 

 

Overall, pop star Taylor Swift and singer SZA lead the 2023 MTV VMAs nominees with eight and six nods, respectively. 

Moreover, fans can vote for their favorite acts through the MTV website. 

Additionally, the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards ceremony will take place on September 12 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. 

Featured image: BLACKPINK in a behind-the-scenes photo from their Coachella 2023 set. Credit: Facebook/BLACKPINK

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Inkigayo Announces Txt’s Yeonjun, Boynextdoor’s Woonhak, and Park Ji HU as Hosts

A new combination of hosts will welcome viewers of SBS’ Inkigayo on its Sunday, July 23 episode! 

SBS announced that Yeonjun of TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) would be returning as MC, three months after he temporarily vacated the post in April to focus on TXT’s Act Sweet Mirage world tour. Prior to his absence, Yeonjun started hosting Inkigayo in April 2022, together with actors Noh Jeong Eui and Seo Bum Joon.

 

This tme, Yeonjun will be joined by BOYNEXTDOOR member Woonhak and actress Park Ji Hu. Ji Hu is known for her roles in South Korean series Little Women, All of Us Are Dead, and House of Hummingbird. 

“The three people with similar positive energy will present a new, vibrant Inkigayo soon,” SBS said about the new hosts.

Meanwhile, MONSTA X’s Hyungwon and actress Kim Ji Eun are confirmed to leave their position as Inkigayo MCs. The pair, which started hosting in April, had the July 16 show as their last episode. 

 

“Because it was my first time hosting a music show, I must have been lacking in some ways, but thanks to the love and support I received from you all, I think I’ll be able to wrap up with only happy memories,” Hyungwon said about his departure. 

Although Hyungwon will no longer be an MC, he is currently gearing up for his sub-unit debut with fellow MONSTA X member Shownu. Their unit album The Unseen will be released on July 25. 

Featured images from: TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s Facebook; BOYNEXTDOOR’s Facebook, and Park Ji Hu’s Instagram

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Txt and Jonas Brothers’ Collaboration ‘Do It Like That’ Sweeps Itunes Charts

“Do It Like That,” the much-anticipated collaboration between K-pop boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) and American band Jonas Brothers, is off to a good start. 

Following its release on Friday, July 7, the track has dominated the iTunes charts across the world, placing no. 1 on iTunes Top Songs charts in at least 57 different regions, including the United States, France, Mexico, and Indonesia. 

Meanwhile, it landed on the second spot in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. 

Describing the single as “the summer song of 2023,” Soobin said that “Do It Like That” is an “exciting song that helps [fans] beat the heat.”

Yeonjun also told Korean entertainment website Soompi that he’s in disbelief that their group has collaborated with Jonas Brothers, especially that he grew up listening to the American band’s music. 

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Taehyun shared that he’s hoping that they’d have another opportunity to collaborate with Jonas Brothers again. 

“Jonas Brothers were just as cool off-screen as they are on-screen. We would love to perform on stage with them in the future,” he said. 

“Do It Like That,” the first collaboration between Jonas Brothers and TXT, was produced by American singer-songwriter, OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder. 

Prior to the release of the single, Joe Jonas also expressed his excitement in working with the K-pop act. “So pumped to be working with TXT! When [Ryan Tedder] brought us together for ‘Do It Like That,’ we immediately said yes,” he tweeted. 

Joe, together with his brothers Kevin and Nick, also went on full K-pop mode as they promoted the track, and even released idol-inspired concept photos. 

Meanwhile, TXT will also be releasing their documentary Our Lost Summer on Disney+ on July 28. 

Composed of Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai, TXT is known for songs “Good Boy Gone Bad,” “Crown,” “Blue Hour,” and “Anti-Romantic.” 

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Watch: Txt Drops Trailer for ‘Our Lost Summer’ Documentary

Be still, our MOA hearts! K-pop boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) released on Thursday, July 6, the official trailer for their first documentary titled Our Lost Summer, which will premiere on Disney+ on July 28.

The one-and-a-half minute clip gives fans a sneak peek into the group’s unforgettable experiences at their ACT: LOVE SICK world tour and headlining the 2023 Lollapalooza music festival. 

“Touring has always been our dream,” the group said in the video. “It feels like the beginning of our team. We’re currently evolving.” 

 

The members – Yeonjun, Soobin, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai – were seen talking about their preparation for the activities, excitement for their performances, and their resolve to provide the best show for their fans – the MOAs.

“Despite the challenges, and even if we were to collapse on stage, we have the determination to perform until our last bit of energy,” they said in the video. 

In the poster released by Disney+, the featured concert stops on the documentary include shows in Seoul, Chicago, New York, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. ACT: LOVE SICK was TXT’s first international concert tour since their debut in 2019. 

The five-piece act is currently embarking on their second world tour, ACT: SWEET MIRAGE, which will have stops in Asia in July to August. They also recently released their new digital single “DO IT LIKE THAT,” which is in collaboration with American band Jonas Brothers. 

Aside from TOMORROW X TOGETHER: Our Lost Summer, Disney+ has also released other documentaries featuring K-pop stars, such as BTS members Suga and j-hope and group Super Junior. 

TXT is known for songs “Good Boy Gone Bad,” “Crown,” “Blue Hour,”and“Anti-Romantic.” 

Featured image from TXT’s Twitter

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