JENNIE introduced Banana Kick on a U.S. talk show, instantly sparking strong global interest in unique Korean snacks. Nongshim quickly responded with playful marketing on social media, and its stock price surged after her mention.
SEVENTEEN Fan Meeting Brings All Together with Special Shows
SEVENTEEN held a fan meeting called ‘SEVENTEEN in CARAT LAND’ at Incheon Munhak Stadium, drawing 58,000 fans and viewers from 110 countries with creative concepts, performances, and heartfelt messages.
LE SSERAFIM HOT Wins on Music Bank & Tops Global Charts
LE SSERAFIM won first place on Music Bank with HOT, impressing fans with a powerful yet graceful performance. HOT gained strong global traction, entering Spotify’s Weekly Top Songs chart and ranking high in multiple countries.
Court Rejects NewJeans Injunction as ADOR Retains Sole Rights
NewJeans injunction request was denied as the court ruled ADOR maintains valid exclusive rights over the group. The judge found no clear evidence of contract violations or a breakdown in trust between the parties.
KiiiKiii Unveils UNCUT GEM Highlight Medley Showcasing Diversity
KiiiKiii released a highlight medley for UNCUT GEM, showing diverse music styles and creativity. The medley has six tracks, including the pre-released title track “I DO ME,” sharing KiiiKiii’s message of following their path.
LE SSERAFIM, HOT Dominate Circle Chart and Earn Big Success
LE SSERAFIM, HOT topped the Circle Chart’s weekly album rankings and recorded over 620,000 sales in just two days. The title track gained global recognition, climbing digital charts like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.
aespa Wins Big at VMAJ 2025, Setting a New Historic Record
aespa achieved a historic milestone at VMAJ 2025 by winning four major awards, including Artist of the Year. Their remarkable success highlights their growing influence, particularly in Japan, where they continue to break records.
The Debut of Hearts2Hearts: A Promising Start in K-Pop
The debut of Hearts2Hearts with “The Chase” impressed listeners with its mysterious charm. Hearts2Hearts quickly gained attention, winning first place on a music show and topping China’s QQ Music K-pop chart.
Stray Kids Wins Major Honor at iHeartRadio Music Awards
Stray Kids won ‘K-Pop Album of the Year’ at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards with ATE, marking their second consecutive win. Their title track Chk Chk Boom was also nominated for ‘K-Pop Song of the Year.’
First Official MC Role of IVE Rei at ASEA 2025 in Japan
MC role of IVE Rei at ASEA 2025 in Tokyo marks her first time hosting an awards show. Known for her trendsetting influence, she gained popularity through unique poses, viral challenges, and variety show appearances.