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[Photo &] 33,000 Join a Chant to Break Through the Heat Wave…PSY Opens “Hsmpp 쇼” in Uijeongbu

[Photo &] 33,000 Join a Chant to Break Through the Heat Wave…PSY Opens “Hsmpp 쇼” in Uijeongbu

A scorching 32-degree heat wave gave way to a massive water cannon and a stadium-wide chant, with Seong Si-kyung and Hwasa stepping in to back PSY’s dazzling “Hsmpp 쇼” kickoff.
A sea of blue that swallowed the heat wave, 'Heumppuk Show 2026' beginsEven a deadly heat wave that topped 32 degrees Celsius proved powerless in front of the massive, sea-like swell of roughly 33,000 people. Korea’s summer emblem, 'PSY Heumppuk Show Sum-weg Su Show 2026', opened its grand curtain...
Kwon Soonpyo Anchor Steps Down From “News High Kick”…Will He Try to Become MBC’s Next CEO?

Kwon Soonpyo Anchor Steps Down From “News High Kick”…Will He Try to Become MBC’s Next CEO?

After leaving the show when its run ends on the 26th, Kwon Soonpyo is being discussed as a leading candidate for MBC’s next CEO, drawing attention to his next move.
MBC’s flagship anchor, the top power in South Korea’s radio news-and-current-affairs programming, is putting the microphone down without warning. Behind the decision, a massive political shake-up is being flagged—one expected to rock the Sangam-dong area.
Dominican Music Maestro Alex Bueno Dies at 62, Leaving an Era’s Legacy of Merengue and Bachata

Dominican Music Maestro Alex Bueno Dies at 62, Leaving an Era’s Legacy of Merengue and Bachata

He passed away at a New York hospital on the morning of the 18th after a long battle with cancer. After a tumor was found in his brain in 2025 and he underwent surgery, his condition deteriorated rapidly in recent days, leading to an ICU stay. A towering figure who left generation-defining anthems such as “Que Vuelva”… all of Latin America mourns deeply
View this post on Instagram Alex Bueno (@alexbuenomundial)’s shared post Legendary vocalist Alex Bueno, who helped revive Dominican Republic music and whose sound was considered the heart of Latin American music, has died after a battle with cancer.
Yoo Seon-ho Wraps Up a 3 Years and 6 Months Long Journey on “2 Days & 1 Night”… “It Was Everything of My 20s”

Yoo Seon-ho Wraps Up a 3 Years and 6 Months Long Journey on “2 Days & 1 Night”… “It Was Everything of My 20s”

With the broadcast ending on the 31st, he “graduates”… As the youngest cast member, he showcased his comedic instincts and played a key role as a source of energy for the show After a dazzling awards track record, including the 2023 KBS Entertainment Awards Team Grand Prize and the 2025 Excellence Award, he moves on to focus on his main job Plans for an aggressive acting run are on the horizon, including the film “Student Teaching Practice” and the musical “Those Days”
As the youngest member of KBS 2TV’s flagship variety show “2 Days & 1 Night Season 4” (hereafter referred to as “2 Days & 1 Night”), actor Yoo Seon-ho is leaving the program he grew to love. As the first fixed cast member born in the 2000s, he brought fresh energy, and viewers’ disappointment at...
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.
Just Before Debut, a 60 Million Won “Scam”… Departure Ban for a Japanese K-Pop Trainee Caught in a Double Contract

Just Before Debut, a 60 Million Won “Scam”… Departure Ban for a Japanese K-Pop Trainee Caught in a Double Contract

Filming a music video, then suddenly vanishing… Police launch a probe into repeated double contracting aimed at smaller agencies
A Japanese trainee in the K-pop debut lineup sparks backlash after a sudden disappearance over a “scam” worth tens of millions of wonA meticulously planned “double contract” and a sudden disappearanceA Japanese member, poised to debut as a K-pop idol group, suddenly vanished, prompting police to...
Kim Shin-young Joins “Knowing Brothers” as the Show’s First Female Permanent Member… Kim Hee-chul Takes a Break for the Time Being

Kim Shin-young Joins “Knowing Brothers” as the Show’s First Female Permanent Member… Kim Hee-chul Takes a Break for the Time Being

The “Opening-Day Contributor” Kim Hee-chul Pauses Temporarily to Manage His Condition and Tour Schedule… “It’s Not a Departure—Just a Rest” Kim Shin-young Selected as the First Female Member in 9 Years… Her Stellar Impact as a Guest on Five Different Occasions Proved Decisive JTBC’s Flagship Variety Show “Knowing Brothers” Promises Major Body-Format Overhaul and Fresh Changes
JTBC’s long-running flagship variety show “Knowing Brothers” is set to undergo a major reformat with a bold lineup shuffle. While comedian Kim Shin-young (43) joins as the program’s first-ever female permanent member, original member Kim Hee-chul (43) will put down the mic—at least for now.
ADOR, Dan iel’s Mother and Min Hee-jin’s Real Estate Asset Freeze Upheld in Court… Court Affirms Request Worth 7 Billion Won

ADOR, Dan iel’s Mother and Min Hee-jin’s Real Estate Asset Freeze Upheld in Court… Court Affirms Request Worth 7 Billion Won

Seoul Central District Court orders freeze of Daniel’s mother (2 billion won) and Min Hee-jin (5 billion won) real estate Asset preservation measures ahead of a 43 billion won-plus damages lawsuit… “Will hold responsible for delays in leaving and returning” ADOR’s legal team suddenly resigns… as legal battle intensifies ahead of the first arguments on the 15th of next month
It has been confirmed that ADOR, the agency of the K-pop group NewJeans, had its application to freeze real estate assets upheld by the court in a case filed against Daniel, a member who left the group, as well as against Min Hee-jin, the former ADOR CEO (currently the CEO of OK Records).
‘Three-Person System’ NewJeans — Starting Work on New Music in Copenhagen, Denmark?

‘Three-Person System’ NewJeans — Starting Work on New Music in Copenhagen, Denmark?

Hani · Haerin · Hyein seen at local recording studios as sightings spread ADOR issues an official confirmation: “Part of the pre-production process… We’ll reveal our moves at the most appropriate time” With the first official steps after member departures, all eyes are on the K-pop industry
The group NewJeans has kicked off preparations for its next release in Northern Europe, Denmark, signaling that it will resume full-scale activities. All eyes in the industry are on this as the first official move captured after the group’s lineup was reshuffled following a legal dispute with its...
NCT Ten Leaves SM After 10 Years Since Debut…“Coordination to Continue NCT and WayV Activities”

NCT Ten Leaves SM After 10 Years Since Debut…“Coordination to Continue NCT and WayV Activities”

NCT’s and WayV’s member Ten, after extensive discussions, ends his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment effective April 8 SM side “We’re grateful to Ten for showing outstanding abilities as a solo artist and in groups…We sincerely support his new beginning” A turning point for NCT following Mark’s departure and marking the 10th anniversary of the group’s debut…Ten’s future participation in group activities is being positively coordinated
Ten, the Thai member of the K-pop group NCT and WayV , is leaving his agency SM Entertainment after 10 years since his debut.Exclusive contract to be wrapped up effective April 8 On the 6th, SM Entertainment made an urgent announcement through its official statement that it will end Ten’s exclusive...