REVIEW: Under the Oak Tree: The Novel Volume 2 Expands Maxi’s World—and Her Resolve
Under the Oak Tree: The Novel Volume 2 highlights Maxi’s personal growth, new characters like Princess Agnes, and ongoing relationship tension.
Category: K-Pop Culture
HYBE AMERICA Appoints Ethiopia Habtemariam as President of Music
HYBE AMERICA has named former Motown CEO Ethiopia Habtemariam as President of Music, tasking the industry veteran with leading A&R, artist development, and global growth initiatives.
KPop Demon Hunters Cast Has No Other Choice But to Recommend Heated Rivalry
Ji-young Yoo, the voice of KPop Demon Hunters’ Zoey, loves Heated Rivalry, calling it “a wonderfully inclusive story that’s told with a lot of heart.”
Hello Kitty and BLACKPINK’s JISOO Tease January 6 Collaboration
Hello Kitty and BLACKPINK’s JISOO have teased a new collaboration set for January 6, sparking fan excitement as details about the Sanrio and K-Pop crossover remain under wraps.
HYBE Expands Into African Music With New Global Management Partnership, Taps Tyla as First Artist
HYBE expands into African music with a new global management partnership alongside Brandon Hixon and Colin Gayle, naming Grammy-winning artist Tyla as the first artist under the initiative.
ADOR Terminates Danielle’s Contract, Files Lawsuit Amid NewJeans Dispute
ADOR has officially terminated NewJeans member Danielle’s exclusive contract and confirmed plans to file a lawsuit seeking penalties and damages, marking a major escalation in the agency’s ongoing legal dispute with the group.
Cookie Run: Kingdom Teases CRAVITY’s “Lemonade Fever” Again in New Video
Cookie Run: Kingdom shared another playful nod to CRAVITY, featuring in-game characters jamming to “Lemonade Fever” and fueling collaboration speculation among fans.
HUNTR/X Perform at NFL Christmas Halftime Show During Lions vs. Vikings Game
HUNTR/X performed during the Lions vs. Vikings Christmas Day game as part of Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party, sparking mixed fan reactions and praise.
XG Launch U.S. Pre-Orders for First Full-Length Album THE CORE – 核
XG have officially launched pre-orders for their first full-length album THE CORE – 核.
EJAE Reflects on KPop Demon Hunters: “Not Perfect Is Absolutely Beautiful”
Singer-songwriter EJAE reflects on KPop Demon Hunters’ message of self-acceptance after the film earns TIME’s 2025 Breakthrough of the Year honor.