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The Heart of K-Pop, “Psy”: Opens Up in a CNN Documentary, “’Gangnam Style’ Is a Dream and a Nightmare”

The Heart of K-Pop, “Psy”: Opens Up in a CNN Documentary, “’Gangnam Style’ Is a Dream and a Nightmare”

In CNN’s new documentary “K-Everything,” a conversation with Daniel Dae Kim. It sheds light on the hidden side of K-pop—the global phenomenon—and the creative struggles behind it.
The Heart of K-Pop, Spotlighted by CNN—Telling the Story Behind ItSinger “Psy” makes a special appearance in the newly planned documentary series “K-Everything” from the globally respected news channel “CNN International,” focusing on the impact of “K-pop”—an essential force in the worldwide music...
[Photo&] BTS Receives a Royal Welcome in Mexico…50,000 Fans Pack in Front of the Presidential Palace, Streets Overflowing

[Photo&] BTS Receives a Royal Welcome in Mexico…50,000 Fans Pack in Front of the Presidential Palace, Streets Overflowing

A Meeting with President Sheinbaum and Receiving a Government Commemorative Plaque…Expecting ₩150 Billion in Economic Impact from Three Days of Concerts
'BTS' ('BTS') reaffirmed their 'global stature' as they received a state-level welcome from the Mexican government. BigHit Music announced on June 6 that 'BTS' visited the presidential office in Mexico City, held a conversation with President 'Claudia Sheinbaum' ('Claudia Sheinbaum'), and received...
NewJeans Minji Sends a Return Signal?… ADOR: “Positive Discussions Ongoing on the Matter of Her Whereabouts”

NewJeans Minji Sends a Return Signal?… ADOR: “Positive Discussions Ongoing on the Matter of Her Whereabouts”

On Minji’s birthday, she posts an official SNS birthday message… Communication resumes, including a surprise visit to a fan cafe ADOR: “Discussions on specific details are continuing… Overall, talks are moving in a positive direction” Minji’s return to a four-member setup appears imminent following Hani, Haerin, and Hyein… Daniel continues the legal dispute
Reports say that Minji (22), a member of the K-pop group NewJeans, is continuing positive discussions with her agency, ADOR, ahead of her return to the team. On the 7th, ADOR shared an encouraging position regarding Minji’s whereabouts, raising fans’ expectations for a full-group comeback.
“BTS Stood on the Balcony of Mexico’s Presidential Palace”… The Heart of Mexico Turned Violet Purple”

“BTS Stood on the Balcony of Mexico’s Presidential Palace”… The Heart of Mexico Turned Violet Purple”

At the invitation of President Sheinbaum, visited the presidential palace… greeted citizens from the balcony President Sheinbaum lauds BTS: “BTS music carries messages of friendship and peace” Economic impact from the Mexico City performance alone is about 155.7 billion won… Proving its global stature after dominating Billboard with “Arirang”
As the group BTS is currently on its world tour, “ARIRANG,” it has once again proved the overwhelming global status of K-pop by receiving head-of-state-level, official guest treatment in the heart of Mexico.■ BTS on the presidential palace balcony… Cheers that paralyzed Mexico City According to...
When Fiction Becomes Reality: How 〈Girigo〉 and 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Help Audiences Immerse Themselves Deeply

When Fiction Becomes Reality: How 〈Girigo〉 and 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Help Audiences Immerse Themselves Deeply

We are truly in the era of "over-immersion." In 2026, the content industry’s theme might well be "over-immersion." While some viewers, after watching 〈The Man Who Lives with the King〉, head to Cheongnyeongpo in Yeongwol to feel the sorrow of Danjong, others, after watching 〈Salmokji〉, rush to the...
Remembering Cinematographer Yoo Young-gil, Why You Should Watch “December 12.3” Again

Remembering Cinematographer Yoo Young-gil, Why You Should Watch “December 12.3” Again

On May 4, it reached 200,000 cumulative admissions and hit the break-even point about two weeks after its release.
There’s still a long way to go. Director Lee Myeong-se’s documentary 〈The December 12. 3〉 surpassed 200,000 cumulative viewers and reached the break-even point about two weeks after its release on May 4. With that, 〈The December 12.
Sam Smith Announces Engagement to Designer Christian Cowan… A ‘Yellow Diamond’ That Decorated the Met Gala

Sam Smith Announces Engagement to Designer Christian Cowan… A ‘Yellow Diamond’ That Decorated the Met Gala

Page Six reports… Clues of an engagement spotted via a source before attending the Met Gala Cowan-designed outfit made with 250,000 crystals… ring spotted on left ring finger “A love letter to my beloved Sam”… After two years of dating, it becomes a reality
Pop star Sam Smith (33) has gotten engaged to his partner, fashion designer Christian Cowan (32), signaling the arrival of a new “power couple” in Hollywood. ■ Engagement news behind the Met Gala red carpet… “A promise of a yellow diamond” On the 5th , U. S.
Movie “Michael” Sets Off a Sensation… Michael Jackson Rebounds on Billboard Charts

Movie “Michael” Sets Off a Sensation… Michael Jackson Rebounds on Billboard Charts

“Billie Jean” re-enters at No. 38 and many tracks make a comeback on Billboard… BTS “SWIM” also stays in the top ranks for six straight weeks
Electric film release boost… “Michael Jackson” and “Billboard” chart comeback mythologyFueled by the North American release of the biopic “Michael”, past hit songs by the “King of Pop” “Michael Jackson” are sweeping the main U. S. “Billboard” charts, recording an unprecedented comeback run.
‘2026 Busan Wonasia Festival (BOF)’ Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary With an All-Time Best Lineup… AKMU, Haechan, and Evan Join

‘2026 Busan Wonasia Festival (BOF)’ Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary With an All-Time Best Lineup… AKMU, Haechan, and Evan Join

The event will be held at Busan Asiad Main Stadium on the 27th–28th next month… aiming to diversify genres Focusing on “premium performances” with expanded standing seating and immersive stage direction Ticket sales begin at 8:00 PM on the 12th on NOL and NOL ticket… fan enthusiasm is heating up
“2026 Busan Wonasia Festival with NOL,” the largest Hallyu festival in Asia hosted by Busan Metropolitan City, is drawing global K-pop fans’ attention as it marks its 10th anniversary by unveiling a powerful lineup of additional acts.
Hollywood Star John Malkovich Receives Croatian Citizenship

Hollywood Star John Malkovich Receives Croatian Citizenship

John Malkovich, the lead actor in “Being John Malkovich,” becomes an official citizen of Croatia—proving a special connection to his great-grandfather’s homeland
Hollywood Legend “John Malkovich” Officially Receives Croatian CitizenshipRenowned actor and director “John Malkovich” (72), a leading figure in American Hollywood, has become an official citizen of “Croatia.” According to an AFP report, the Croatian government held a special ceremony in the...