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Some people love the trend. Others REALLY hate it… Koreaboo 20 minutes ago When it comes to K-Pop stars who are always following and even are ahead of the best fashion trends, BLACKPINK‘s Jennie is always someone who gains attention for her amazing looks. BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @jennierubyjane/Instagram Whether she is on stage, on a…

“Empathy doesn’t exist…” Koreaboo 6 minutes ago Former DAY6 member Jae, now known as eaJ, has recently caught fans’ attention with a tweet that many believe indirectly addresses the intense wave of criticism that has recently been aimed at LE SSERAFIM. Jae’s message reflects his concern over the lack of empathy in online spaces, and…

He is under investigation for two separate accusations. 5 minutes ago The controversial streamer Johnny Somali, who recently got assaulted by a civilian in Korea after desecrating a comfort woman memorial, is facing graver consequences for his actions. Johnny Somalia | @johnnysomalia/Instagram Somali, whose real name is Ramsey Khalid Ismael, is notorious for committing outrageous…

Even though he’s insanely popular… Koreaboo 24 minutes ago Actor Park Sung Hoon has become a trending topic on Korean forums lately, not for his exciting new project but for the unique phenomenon surrounding his popularity. Rather than referring to Park Sung Hoon by his actual name, fans consistently address him by his characters’ names,…

One of K-Pop’s top girl groups, TWICE, came back with their new single, “Talk That Talk,” back in August 2022. The music video features the girls in arguably their most mature and daring outfits ever (at the time… at least). TWICE members Dahyun, Sana, Chaeyoung, Tzuyu, Momo, Jeongyeon, Nayeon, Jihyo, and Mina (from left to right)…

Netizens accuse HYBE of using one tactic… Koreaboo 4 minutes ago As LE SSERAFIM faces their own set of plagiarism accusations, another group under HYBE has found itself under scrutiny. SEVENTEEN has also been hit with recent allegations that one of their comeback concepts was copied from a previous comeback of SM Entertainment‘s NCT Dream. | Pledis Entertainment…

It already has gained 60% of the required signatures. Koreaboo 6 minutes ago A recent petition demanding the cancellation of HYBE‘s “Top Enterprise” status has taken off, amassing over 30,000 signatures and surpassing 60% of its goal. The petition targets the Ministry of Employment and Labor, asking for HYBE’s prestigious designation to be revoked due…

Aespa recently captured viewers’ attention on Lee Young Ji’s popular show, The Seasons, where they took on the challenge of performing their song “Whiplash” live with handheld microphones. Known for its strong beat and intricate choreography, “Whiplash” isn’t an easy track to pull off live, but Aespa delivered with vocal precision and undeniable stage presence.…

Fans have called out many similarities… Koreaboo 34 minutes ago LE SSERAFIM‘s recently shared teaser images and trailer for their upcoming Japanese comeback have been met with backlash from both international and Korean fans. The group was hit with fresh accusations of stealing the photoshoot concept from Red Velvet — the allegations started on X…

The couple got married in May 2024. 5 minutes ago In a recent episode of comedian Shin Dong Yup‘s YouTube series, “Zzanbro,” actress Han Ye Seul graced the set and revealed all about her married life. Actress Han Ye Seul | @han_ye_seul_/Instagram Back in May 2024, Han wowed her fans with a surprise marriage announcement shared via her…

He looks younger than he did in his first major acting role 19 years ago. Koreaboo 19 minutes ago Lee Joon Gi has cemented himself as one of K-Dramas most beloved actors, having appeared in various series and films for over 20 years. With visuals like these, he’s also become one of the most memorable…

Coincidence or planned? 28 minutes ago HYBE debuted the multi-national girl group KATSEYE in 2024. As they prepared for the group’s debut, many names were in the mix for the group’s name. Amongst the options, the two highly considered names were “NEWCRAZY” and “KATSEYE.” This was revealed in the group’s documentary, Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE.…

They disbanded in August 2024. 21 minutes ago Kim Doyeon recently spoke up in an interview with Chosun about her new chapter in life. Kim Doyeon was a part of Weki Meki, a group active from 2017 to 2024. They announced their disbandment in August 2024. Doyeon has been active as an actress since. She…

An iPhone would just completely cover her face! Koreaboo 4 minutes ago IVE‘s Jang Wonyoung has always been known for her perfect proportions. She made a buzz when an unedited, journalist photo of her on stage was published. Everyone wowed at how tiny her face looked in comparison to her body. While a tiny face…

Can you see the similarities? 26 minutes ago Lee Soo Man recently began directing a new group under a2o Entertainment. The trainees have been revealed one by one. On November 2, 2024, a new trainee, Qu Chang, was revealed. | @quchang_a20/Instagram Qu Chang instantly went viral as many gushed over her visuals. A short clip…

“This is the worst.” 22 minutes ago All sections of HYBE‘s internal documents have been upsetting for K-Pop fans, more so if their favorite idol groups were named and discussed in them. But one section, in particular, has since been dubbed the most “psychopathic” of them all. Hard copies of the leaked documents. | Sports…

Their live broadcasts were compared. 5 minutes ago This article is part of our coverage of HYBE Internal Documents Scandal. You can read more and view the entire timeline here. Among the wild claims made in the leaked internal document, HYBE also made a direct comparison between EXO‘s Baekhyun and their own BTS‘s Jungkook. EXO’s Baekhyun |…

“The idea is to emphasize his role as a game-changer…” 23 minutes ago This article is part of our coverage of HYBE Internal Documents Scandal. You can read more and view the entire timeline here. In another round of the shocking “reports” being leaked, one section in particular revealed HYBE’s elaborate plan to make its…

A reunion is not easy. 4 minutes ago Wanna One was a boy group active from 2017 to 2019. They were the trending boy group of the nation back then, following their success with Produce 101. They disbanded when the group’s promotional contract was up in 2019. Many fans were heartbroken, but their faith was…

Korean netizens reacted to the news. 41 minutes ago It was recently reported that actress Han So Hee was a year older than her profile age. Han So Hee Reveals The Heartbreaking Reason Her Real Age Is A Year Older Than Her Public Age While her profile age stated that she was born in 1994,…

This comes after months of protesting HYBE’s Zionist connections. Koreaboo 20 minutes ago HYBE has come under fire for comments made in newly released internal documents. On Nov     In these documents, the company discussed Pro-Palestine protests, specifically reference an instance with ENHYPEN’s Jake. The comments suggest HYBE decided to “wait for the issue…

HYBE has been protested on multiple occasions by pro-Palestine fans. Koreaboo Just now As more of HYBE‘s internal documents are released, more information about the company’s internal procedures and thoughts on various subjects are revealed. | YNA On November 1, KST, an employee seemingly shared a new set of documents online, sparking new controversy. Inside…