Author: Samar Khouri

SEVENTEEN‘s subunit BSS — which consists of members Seungkwan, DK and Hoshi — returned to the music scene with single album ‘Second Wind’ fronted by lead track ‘Fighting.’ SEVENTEEN BSS debut Consisting of 13 multinational members signed under Pledis Entertainment, SEVENTEEN is divided into three sub-units that focus on hip hop (Mingyu, S.coups, Wonwoo, and Vernon), vocal (Jeonghan, Woozi, Joshua, DK, and Seungkwan) and performance (Jun, Hoshi, The 8 and Dino). BSS — an acronym for BooSeokSoon, the three letters of the members’ names — was formed in March 2018. The trio released its first digital single ‘Just Do It.’…

Jackson Wang has covered Shakira’s ‘Out of Your League’ song. New cover The multifaceted artist revealed in a video posted on social media that he recorded the song while on tour because it’s “so amazing and stuck in my head and I’ve listen to 10000 x now.” The one-minute video clip has racked up 135,300 views on Twitter. Also known as ‘BZRP Music Session #53,’ it’s the Lebanese Columbian’s first single of the year and first collaboration with Argentine hitmaker Bizarrap. The dance-pop track spits diss verses to her ex-boyfriend and soccer star Gerard Piqué and his new girlfriend, Clara…

K-pop trio VIVIZ returned to the music scene with the third mini-album, ‘VarioUS,’ and it was popular in Bahrain. Musical return The EP, which features a more mature, dark color compared to the other bright vibe, debuted atop the iTunes Albums charts. Composed by acclaimed songwriters Dave Villa and Maddy Simmen, the confidence-filled lead track ‘PULL UP’ is filled with addictive melodies and brass sounds. It’s about speaking freely and not paying attention to people who judge others. ‘VarioUS’ features five other musically-diverse songs including ‘Blue Clue,’ ‘Love or Die,’ ‘Overdive,’ and ‘Vanilla Sugar Killer.’ Their return to the spotlight…

Park Bo-gum has signed an exclusive contract with The Black Label, an affiliate of Korean conglomerate YG Entertainment. New start “We have signed a management deal with Park Bo-gum,” the agency said, according to Korea Joongang Daily. “We promise to support him to the fullest so that he may fulfill his talents as a versatile and attractive actor.” He joins a roster of artists such as BIGBANG’s Taeyang, Jeon Somi, and Zion.T under the label established in 2016 by renowned music producer Teddy Park. The versatile South Korean actor was previously signed with Blossom Entertainment in 2012 when the company…

Song Joong-ki has announced that he has married British actress Katy Louise Saunders and they are expecting their first child. Wedding plans, fatherhood The South Korean actor shared the surprising news in a letter to his fan club, revealing the couple wed today. “I have pledged to spend the rest of my life with Katy Louise Saunders as we have cherished each other and spent precious time together,” he wrote according to Yonhap News Agency. “A precious life has come to us as well.” The 37-year-old was previously married to actor Song Hye-kyo, his co-star in the popular drama ‘Descendants…

All six members of MOMOLAND have decided to part ways with agency MLD Entertainment after their contract expiration. Contract expiration The Korean agency thanked the girl group for its time at the company and asked fans to support Hyebin, Yeonwoo, Jane, Nayoon, JooE, Ahin, and Nancy on their new journey. It is unclear if the members will promote as a group following their departure from MLD Entertainment. MOMOLAND debut MOMOLAND was formed through the 2016 survival show ‘Finding MOMOLAND’. Momoland was originally imagined as a seven-member group before adding Taeha and Daisy to the group’s nine-member line-up in early 2017. But…

Louis Vuitton has named Jackson Wang its latest brand ambassador. LV ambassador The luxury fashion house teased the appointment with a 30-second video in ahead of the Men’s Fall-Winter 2023 fashion show, where the GOT7 member showed up in an all-black ensemble. Other stars in attendance include Usher, Tyga, JJ Lin, J-Hope, and Jasper Liu. Wang was the face of Armani Perfume in APAC and Hennessy before signing with Louis Vuitton. The Hong Kong-born star holds various roles to his name, including director of the luxury streetwear and lifestyle clothing brand Team Wang Design, ambassador of Fendi China. He is currently…

Romantic thriller ‘Decision to Leave’ has grabbed two nominations at this year’s British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards. BAFTA nods Park Chan-wook is set to compete for best film director, against the likes of Edward Berger, Martin McDonagh, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, Todd Field, and Gina Prince-Bythewood. The South Korean previously took home the best non-English language film award at BAFTA in 2018 for his work in the erotic psychological thriller ‘The Handmaiden.’ ‘Decision to Leave’ has also been nominated in the best non-English language film category. ‘All Quiet on the Western Front,’ ‘The Banshees of…

Dior has signed BTS member Jimin as a global ambassador. Newest ambassador The French fashion house dropped images of Jimin modeling a sportswear-inspired look by Dior’s newest creation from the Summer 23 collection. “In his role as new global ambassador, Jimin exemplifies the timeless spirit and singularity of Dior as he continues a bond created in 2019 with Kim Jones, who designed BTS’ stage looks, and solidifies his friendship with the House,” Dior tweeted. The LVMH-owned label’s relationship with BTS dates back to when menswear designer Kim Jones made custom-made designs — inspired by the utilitarian sportswear aesthetic of his…