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Lee Min-ho Discusses Raw Performance and Historical Responsibility in ‘Assassins’
In an interview about the upcoming Korean film “Assassins,” Lee Min-ho described portraying a rookie journalist investigating a politically charged historical event. He said working with veteran actor Yoo Hae-jin influenced his…
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‘Flex x Cop 2’ Puts Its Hero Behind Bars as a Murder Mystery Deepens
The 11th episode of SBS drama “Flex x Cop 2” placed detective Jin Yi-soo, played by Ahn Bo-hyun, under arrest after he was accused of killing a friend. The episode showed the…
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MONSTA X Unit, ITZY and RESCENE Added to 2026 KGMA Lineup
Organizers announced a third wave of performers for the 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards, including MONSTA X members Shownu and Hyungwon, ITZY and RESCENE. The expanded lineup also includes tripleS, NouerA, Billlie…
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T.O.P Cancels Jakarta Concert Nine Days Before Scheduled Performance
Singer T.O.P, formerly of BIGBANG, canceled his September 19 concert in Jakarta, according to a notice posted by his representatives on September 10. The announcement cited local circumstances but did not provide…
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LE SSERAFIM Unveils ‘Made My Night’ Video in New Overwatch Collaboration
LE SSERAFIM released the music video for “Made My Night,” the title track of its second single, through HYBE Labels’ official YouTube channel on September 11. The video is built around a…
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NCT WISH Earns Double Platinum as Korean Acts Rack Up Japan Certifications
The Recording Industry Association of Japan awarded NCT WISH a double-platinum certification for its Japanese single after shipments exceeded 500,000. TXT, RIIZE, TWS, ENHYPEN, LE SSERAFIM, ZEROBASEONE and ALPHA DRIVE ONE also…
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QWER’s Unreleased-Song Voting Event Draws More Than 10,000 Fans
Girl band QWER’s Seoul listening pop-up is previewing two unreleased songs and letting visitors vote for their favorite. Online and in-person voting surpassed 10,000 participants within two days, ahead of the band’s…
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BTS Sets New Attendance and Revenue Marks at Major U.S. NFL Stadiums
BTS’s ARIRANG world tour led Billboard’s ranking of major NFL-stadium concerts. Four Las Vegas shows generated about $49.5 million and drew 246,000 people, while the group also topped additional venue revenue records…
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IU’s New Singles Debut Near the Top of Domestic and Overseas Charts
IU’s latest digital single, released ahead of her sixth full album, topped several Korean real-time and daily charts. One title track also entered charts in 16 countries and regions, while the companion…
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Culture Ministry Positions BCWW 2026 as a Gateway for K-Content Expansion
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism says BCWW 2026 will expand overseas opportunities for Korean content through buyer meetings, a K-format showcase with Fox Entertainment, AI and short-form programming sessions, and…
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‘Gyeongju Trip’ Releases New Family Photos as Box-Office Run Continues
The Korean film ‘Gyeongju Trip’ has released new stills styled as family travel photographs. Led by Lee Jung-eun, Gong Hyo-jin, Park So-dam, and Lee Yeon, the film remains the top-performing Korean movie…
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Hong Sang-soo’s Locarno-Winning Film Sets October 21 Korean Release
Hong Sang-soo’s latest film, which won three awards at the Locarno Film Festival, including Best Director and Best Actress for Kim Min-hee, will open in South Korea on October 21. The story…
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