Author: Samar Khouri

BLITZERS is set to hold a concert in India, next month, marking their first performance debut in the country. The concert, in collaboration between ACE Business Group, BR Studios, and Pink Box Entertainment, will take place on April 12, in Aizawl, Mizoram. BLITZERS debuted in May 2021 with EP ‘Check-In’ under Wuzo Entertainment. The group name represents “with music and dance moves charging towards the world in a blitz.” The members first appeared as part of the 12-man pre-debut group WUZO CIRCLE in November 2020 before reforming into a seven-piece act. Member Go_U departed from the band due to personal health…

Lucas, a former member of boy hands NCT and WayV, is preparing to debut as a soloist on April 1 with single ‘Renegade’ after more than a two-year hiatus. Solo debut His first single contains three songs entirely written in English, including the titular track. ‘Renegade’ is described as a rock-based hip-hop title about the ambition to pursue one’s own path. Personal life controversy In August 2021, the Hong Kong-born artist was embroiled in a scandal after being accused of financial exploitation, gaslighting and cheating on multiple women. He released a letter of apology admitting to the allegations. At the…

Last month actors Kim Woo-bin and Bae Suzy were reportedly spotted filming a scene for the romantic comedy series, titled ‘Everything Shall Come True’ in Dubai. The actor might have clarified reports posting on Instagram several images against the backdrop of Al Seef’s traditional architecture, with the caption “Dubai 1”. Bae plays Ga-young, an indifferent woman who becomes entangled in a series of events and she receives three wishes from hot-headed genie, played by Kim. The 12-episode fantasy rom-com marks the reunion of the two actors after working together in the KBS drama ‘Uncontrollably Fond’ seven years ago. Screenwriter Kim…

The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) revealed it was a “record year” for K-pop stars as six acts made it in the top 20 of its latest biggest-selling recording artists tally. The recorded music industry representative body ranked the world’s top musical acts of 2023 based on an artist’s or group’s worldwide physical sales, downloads, and streaming. “As the global recorded music landscape shifts and new opportunities emerge, record companies continue their work to build global, long-term careers for their artists,” Lewis Morrison, Director of Charts and Certifications at IFPI, said in a statement. In honor of International…

Karina, a member of the girl group aespa, has apologized to fans for surprising them with news of her relationship with actor Lee Jae-wook. New relationship The K-pop star posted a handwritten apology to her 12.7 million Instagram followers, acknowledging the surprise and expressing remorse for any potential hurt her actions may have caused to her fans. “I know many of MY must be disappointed,” she wrote. “I wanted to apologize sincerely to the fans who have given me the warmest support since my debut.” Dispatch, an online entertainment news outlet, reported last Tuesday the couple’s romantic relationship. Both Lee…

SEVENTEEN’s 10th mini-album ‘FML’ was the biggest-selling global album of 2023, according to the recorded music industry representative body International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). Album dominance The winner of the IFPI Global Album Award for 2023 surpassed the likes of Morgan Wallen’s ‘One Thing At A Time,’ SZA’s ‘SOS,’ and Travis Scott’s ‘UTOPIA.’ The trade body ranked the best-selling albums of 2023 based on an artist’s or group’s global physical sales, downloads, and streaming. Following its release in April 2023, ‘FML’ became the best-selling K-pop album ever with over 6.2 million albums sold within two months of release. It…

Jisoo, a member of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, has established a label for solo activities. Solo venture “I’m excited to share my new start with BLISSOO. Stay tuned for what’s to come, as I’m dedicated to bringing joy and happiness to each and every one of you,” Jisoo said on social media. Jisoo is the third BLACKPINK member to set up her own agency after Jennie and Lisa. Rosé is still yet to announce any potential solo ventures. The quartet decided not to renew their contract with YG Entertainment for individual endeavors but will remain signed as an entity. Jisoo’s…

Ten, a member of K-pop supergroup NCT, has made his solo debut with the launch of his first solo album, eight years after his debut. Inaugural album Led by the title track ‘Nightwalker,’ it features six multi-genre English tracks of diverse genres, including pop, Latin pop, hip-hop, and pop punk. “The process of preparing group and solo albums is different. During group activities, I usually think about how to interpret the songs that I receive and make it suit me, but this time, I thought a lot about what to do,” Ten said during a press conference in Seoul, citing…

Lisa, known as one-fourth of the world’s biggest girl group BLACKPINK, launched her own artist management company, called LLOUD Co. Management company The K-pop star announced on Instagram that her new venture is a platform through which she will be able to showcase her vision for music and entertainment, asking fans to join her journey “to push through new boundaries together.” “At LLOUD, our passion as an artist management company is to create experiences that transcend genres and connect generations. Our core lies in relentless innovation and a commitment to authenticity. We’re not just pushing boundaries; we’re redefining them, crafting…

K-pop boy group P1Harmony dropped its first full-length album ‘Killin’ It,’ three years after its debut. Studio album “The 1ST Album, ‘때깔 (Killin’ It),’ marks P1Harmony who finally completed their harmonious world, proving themselves as hidden HEROES (NEW KIDS) and protagonists facing the world. It talks about the story of P1Harmony, ‘fused’ as one in the REAL WORLD,” said FNC Entertainment in a statement. All members of the band took part in writing the lyrics for the album. The 10-track album is led by the titular track ‘Killin’ It.’ What to watch out for P1Harmony is scheduled to perform at…