Doja Cat's Ma Vie stop in Seoul took place on December 13, 2025, at KINTEX. The concert ran about 1 hour 40 minutes and included 27 songs. Roughly 14,000 people attended, and the show was rated 19+ (under-19s prohibited in South Korea). The even…
Netflix's animated feature 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' sparked international controversy after its 2025 release. The film pairs K‑POP performance with ritual (ceremonial) elements to form a new kind of narrative. Director Maggie Kang was repor…
Public opinion turned sharply negative after Joseho became linked to alleged organized-crime figures. The show's producers and cast quickly said they felt pressure and that they respected his decision to step down. Joseho denied the allegations …
Maeng Ki-yong, Chef Controversy and a Fresh Start In 2015, Maeng Ki-yong made his television debut on JTBC's cooking show Please Take Care of My Refrigerator —a program where professional chefs whip up meals using everyday ingredients…
Shinji and Moonwon’s Wedding: Celebration or Concern? The recent engagement announcement from K-pop legend Shinji (of Koyote) and singer Moonwon has sparked intense interest among fans and the public. The couple’s love story seems like so…
EXID's Hani and Dr. Yang Jae-woong: Postponing Marriage Amid Public Scrutiny EXID member Hani and psychiatrist Dr. Yang Jae-woong captivated headlines recently when they postponed their wedding. Originally planned for September, the c…
Chae Eun-jung's Wedding and the Reality Show Debate Chae Eun-jung, a former member of the K-pop girl group CLEO, recently announced her upcoming marriage in August. While fans initially celebrated the news, it quickly stirred controve…
'The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun' Between Praise and Backlash MBC's newest daily drama, The Woman Who Swallowed the Sun , recently held its press event, setting social media abuzz. The show follows a working-class woman who wa…
TripleS: Rising K-pop Stars or Just Hype? TripleS, a rookie idol group that debuted in the mid-2020s, is one of the most talked-about names in the K-pop industry right now. Winning first place on the popular South Korean music show ‘Show!…
Choi Junhee: Riding Her Parents' Fame or Building Her Own Path? Choi Junhee, daughter of the late actress Choi Jin-sil and former professional baseball player Cho Sung-min, has emerged as a social media influencer in South Korea. Her …
KBS2’s 'Bollunteer': Promise Meets Pitfall in Soccer-based Variety Show KBS2’s new variety show 'Bollunteer' takes an ambitious swing at blending soccer with entertainment — and, to many viewers’ surprise, it most…
Kevin of THE BOYZ, Baseball Controversy Divides Fandom Kevin, a member of the K-pop group THE BOYZ, is at the center of a growing controversy stemming from a seemingly simple act at a baseball game. While serving as a ceremonial batter at…
The Cultural Message Behind Koo Hye-sun’s “Hat Controversy” Korean actress Koo Hye-sun found herself at the center of public scrutiny after wearing a hat on a popular variety show. What seemed like a simple fashion choice turned into a heated deb…
Lim Young Woong's DM Controversy and His Fans' Reactions Recently, the DM (Direct Message) controversy surrounding South Korean singer Lim Young Woong shocked his fans and the public. This incident began when his…
Paris Hilton's Christmas Photoshoot Sparks Conversation About Self-Expression Paris Hilton has once again captured global attention, this time with a bold photoshoot in front of a Christmas tree. The images, which show her pos…
Legal Battle Between NewJeans and ADOR Sparks Industry Debate A recent legal dispute between NewJeans, a rising K-pop group, and their agency ADOR has garnered widespread attention. This case is more than just a contractual disagreement; …
The Debate Over Co-ed Transition at Dongduk Women's University: Gender and Identity at a Crossroads In Korea, the debate surrounding Dongduk Women's University’s potential transition to a co-educational system has become a major talking po…
The Kang Ji-hwan Case: The Dark Side of the Entertainment Industry The sexual assault case involving actor Kang Ji-hwan sheds light not only on individual misconduct but also highlights the prevalent structural issues within the entertainment indu…