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Global K-Pop’s New Standard: RIIZE Announces Surprise Comeback With Mini Album No. 2

Global K-Pop’s New Standard: RIIZE Announces Surprise Comeback With Mini Album No. 2

A return after 7 months. Attention is on the group’s global moves, from the release of the title track “Do your dance” to a ceremonial first pitch at a Taichung Dome event and praise from a major U.K. outlet
Global K-Pop’s New Standard: RIIZE Makes a Surprise Comeback With Mini Album No. 2RIIZE, the group RIIZE, will make a surprise comeback to the global music market next month with the release of mini album No. 2 “II” on the 15th.
K-POP, Now Beyond 'Korea' to 'Global Standard'... Implemented in Various Forms Around the World

K-POP, Now Beyond 'Korea' to 'Global Standard'... Implemented in Various Forms Around the World

Artists from the U.S., Philippines, and Switzerland Succeed in 'K-POP Style'... Completing the Internationalization of the Genre
K-POP has established itself as a global standard shared by the world, no longer just a possession of Korea. Artists of various nationalities are achieving success through K-POP style and training systems, showcasing the complete internationalization of the genre.
NCT’s Mark Apologizes Officially for Outrage Over Outfit Featuring Confederate Emblem

NCT’s Mark Apologizes Officially for Outrage Over Outfit Featuring Confederate Emblem

Agency says it recognizes the need for greater sensitivity and tightens its review process
Wearing a Symbol of Taboo… Mark, Who Set Out on His Own, Faces a Painful Global MisstepMark, a former member of NCT, hit a deadly obstacle right after launching his solo activities. The 'Confederate flag' pattern in the outfit he wore sparked a furious backlash from global fandom.
Mexico vs. 4.78 Million Watchers Draws In… Naver Chzzk Hails a Streak of World Cup Broadcast Hits

Mexico vs. 4.78 Million Watchers Draws In… Naver Chzzk Hails a Streak of World Cup Broadcast Hits

After the Czech Republic match, it sets a second-highest-ever mark for concurrent viewers… 953 people, including Lee Kyung-kyu and PoongWolRyang, spark a ‘watch together’ craze
Naver’s technical prowess that holds up even under a traffic surge, reshaping the playbook for sports broadcastingNaver’s game streaming platform, Chzzk, is absorbing massive daily traffic with its North and Central American World Cup coverage, setting off a shift in South Korea’s media platform...
TXT’s Yeonjun Makes a Solo Comeback After 8 Months—‘Ice Cream’ to Beat the Hot Summer

TXT’s Yeonjun Makes a Solo Comeback After 8 Months—‘Ice Cream’ to Beat the Hot Summer

He returns with the mini 2nd album ‘No Labels: Part 02’—aiming for global fans with a crisp summer song
Yeonjun, the core pillar of Tomorrow X Together , is redefining K-pop’s global standards, and he again proves his unrivaled position as a solo artist. His return after 8 months of silence goes beyond a simple comeback—it’s a powerful variable poised to shake up the music scene this summer.
ATEEZ Pop-Up Set to Open … Hyundai Department Store’s The Hyundai Seoul Hosts a Record-Setting “K-Content Fair” KPOP, Kfood, KBeauty

ATEEZ Pop-Up Set to Open … Hyundai Department Store’s The Hyundai Seoul Hosts a Record-Setting “K-Content Fair” KPOP, Kfood, KBeauty

From the 20th, a major K-pop pop-up and a full lineup of K-food and beauty goods are all under one roof, with generous perks.
The Hyundai Seoul, Evolving Into the Heart of K-Culture, Brings in a Mega Pop-Up With Unmatched ScaleThe Hyundai Seoul is poised to move beyond being just a shopping destination and emerge as a global K-culture landmark.
BTS Raises Grammy Expectations With New “Asian Pop” Category, First Win Looks Promising

BTS Raises Grammy Expectations With New “Asian Pop” Category, First Win Looks Promising

Next year’s Grammy Awards will add an “Asian Pop” category, fueling hopes that BTS and other South Korean acts will win for the first time
For years, "the Grammy Awards" has sat atop Western cultural dominance as the most firmly fortified stronghold. It marked a historic turning point as Asian melodies, once dismissed as a fringe of the mainstream music market, moved into the heart of global cultural power.
K-pop ‘The Small-Agency Miracle’ Is Taking Shape… Ministry Confirms Annual Support of 300 Million Won for 10 Teams, Including Récenner

K-pop ‘The Small-Agency Miracle’ Is Taking Shape… Ministry Confirms Annual Support of 300 Million Won for 10 Teams, Including Récenner

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and KOCCA launch a new ‘Global Leap Support’ program—providing up to 3 years of autonomous backing such as overseas marketing.
The cultural power race of the 21st century is no longer the exclusive domain of giant capital. The ‘K-pop’ phenomenon that mega agencies have led has now reached a structural paradigm shift. The government’s newly launched ‘Global Leap Support for Small Agencies’ is not just a financial handout—it...
Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Co-hosted by Cineplay and the Korean Film Archive, the inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards carry a total prize pool of 20 million won. The five-member jury is chaired by Min Kyu-dong and also includes Korean Film Archive Director Mo Eun-young; Han Jung-soo, director and CEO of Yeondu Company; Kim Won-jin, director of MCA AI Creative Studio's Creative Headquarters; and actor Lee Yeon. The Archive has pledged archiving support for winners, and organizers say the awards aim to discover new creators and help the short-drama industry take a step forward.
The inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards, which carry a total prize pool of 20 million won, have named a five-member jury. Cineplay (CEO Choi Tae-hyung) and the Korean Film Archive (Director Mo Eun-young) are co-hosting the first Korea Short Drama Awards.
[Photo Story] BTS Celebrates 13th Anniversary in Busan With 110,000 ARMY Members — Korean Fans Chant “Arirang” in a Roaring Singalong at the Concert

[Photo Story] BTS Celebrates 13th Anniversary in Busan With 110,000 ARMY Members — Korean Fans Chant “Arirang” in a Roaring Singalong at the Concert

In Busan, the hometown of Jimin and Jung Kook, the world tour was held. With 110,000 ARMY members chanting “Arirang” in unison, BTS marked the group’s 13th debut anniversary with a blazing performance.
[Photo Story] After 13 Years of Storytelling, BTS Returns to the Night in Busan With 'Arirang'In Busan’s Asiad Main Stadium, wrapped in deep darkness, 55,000 lights flared up at once, as if giving birth to a vast universe.