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10cm stepped into horror for the first time – and did it on his own terms

10cm on Scoring Horror for Junji Ito, and Finding Comfort in the Dark

82Major (stylized in all caps) is a South Korean boy band formed by Great M Entertainment. The group consists of six members: Cho Seong-il, Yoon Ye-chan, Nam Seong-mo, Hwang Seong-bin, Park Seok-joon and Kim Do-gyun. The group&#x27;s name is a combination of South Korea&#x27;s calling code (+82) and the word ‘major’, expressing their desire to become a group that represents Korea. They debuted on October 11, 2023, with the single album On.

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82MAJOR have their first music show win — and SEONG MO, who spent over a year presenting trophies on Show Champion as an MC, finally got to receive one

82MAJOR on HEAT, Their First Win, and What Comes Next

SEVENTEEN is a thirteen-member boy group formed by Pledis Entertainment, debuting in May 2015. The group is organized into three internal teams: hip-hop, vocal, and performance. That structure is more than branding; it explains how SEVENTEEN functions, with members contributing to songwriting, choreography, staging, and the division of energy across a very large lineup. The members are S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino. Their nickname as &quot;self-producing idols&quot; comes especially from Woozi&#x27;s central role in music and Hoshi&#x27;s role in performance direction, but the larger appeal is how the group makes thirteen people feel coordinated rather than crowded. SEVENTEEN&#x27;s early music leaned bright, youthful, and rhythmically nimble, with songs like &quot;Adore U,&quot; &quot;Mansae,&quot; and &quot;Very Nice&quot; presenting them as a group with unusual stage chemistry. Later releases such as &quot;Don&#x27;t Wanna Cry,&quot; &quot;Home,&quot; &quot;Left &amp; Right,&quot; &quot;Rock with you,&quot; and &quot;Super&quot; widened the scale while keeping the choreography and vocal distribution clear. Their best songs often turn teamwork itself into the hook: repeated gestures, fast transitions, and formations that reward watching the whole stage. The group&#x27;s growth into one of K-pop&#x27;s top album sellers came from consistency as much as spectacle. SEVENTEEN built trust through steady comebacks, strong variety content, and concerts that emphasized the members&#x27; humor as well as precision. Their fandom, CARAT, became part of that identity, following a group that could be technically impressive without losing warmth. SEVENTEEN&#x27;s legacy is tied to durability. Few large idol groups have kept such a clear group image while allowing so many individual personalities to stand out. As their scale expanded under the wider HYBE era, they remained recognizably Pledis-born: performance-first, member-driven, and unusually good at turning the mechanics of a big team into something emotionally easy to understand.

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JEONGHAN and JOSHUA of SEVENTEEN have announced that they will return as a new sub-unit on October 19, under the name JxJ

SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN and JOSHUA Form New Sub-unit JxJ

ZEROBASEONE, commonly known as ZB1, is a five-member boy group formed through the Mnet survival show &quot;Boys Planet&quot; in 2023. They originally debuted as a nine-member group — along with AND2BLE&#x27;s members Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin and Han Yujin — under WAKEONE Entertainment, with &quot;In Bloom&quot; setting first-week sales records that demonstrated the massive anticipation built through the survival show. As a project group with a limited contract period, ZB1 operates with an urgency to make every comeback count, and they have delivered with consistent chart-topping releases and sold-out concerts. The group&#x27;s strength lies in their strong individual star power combined with impressive group synergy, cultivated through the intense bonding of their competition experience. Their fandom, ZEROSE, mobilized quickly into one of the most organized fan bases in fourth-generation K-pop. ZB1 represents the continued power of the survival show format to create commercially dominant groups with built-in passionate audiences. On March 15, 2026, they held their last concert as a nine-member boy group, sparking sadness among fans, who had grown fond of the relationship that had developed between the nine boys. As YH Entertainment did not renew the contracts of Zhang Hao, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, and Han Yujin with WAKEONE, ZB1 are now promoting their career as a five-member boy group, with Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, and Park Gunwook.

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Seok Matthew and Park Gunwook, members of WakeOne’s ZEROBASEONE, have announced the September 21 release of their long awaited sub-unit project under the duo name ‘EMP’

ZEROBASEONE’s Seok Matthew and Park Gunwook Announce Mixtape Under Sub-unit ‘EMP’

Rookie groups have taken over this week’s latest K-pop releases with songs that are intense, dramatic, soft, and lighthearted

Comeback Corner: IU, YOUNGTAK, NAZE & MORE

A fan meeting organized by BTS member Jimin's father, Mr. Park, has sparked ongoing debate within the BTS fan community and online forums.&nbsp;

Debate Surrounds Canceled Fan Meeting Organized by BTS Jimin's Father

BLACKPINK's Lisa is making waves in the music industry with her latest release, "New Woman," a powerful collaboration with Spanish singer Rosalía.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Rosalía Achieve Major Milestone with New Collaboration “New Woman”

Stray Kids’ Felix has issued a public apology after receiving criticism for mentioning a Japanese song on Korea’s National Liberation Day, a significant holiday commemorating the country’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule

Stray Kids' Felix Issues Apology for Mentioning Japanese Song on Korea’s National Liberation Day

K-pop has taken the world by storm, but there's a lot more to it than just catchy tunes and flashy performances.

14 Facts You Might Not Have Known about K-Pop

Ravi, born Kim Won-sik, is a South Korean rapper, singer, and songwriter who rose to prominence as a member of the boy group VIXX, known for their dark, conceptual music and performances.&nbsp;

Ravi: Pushing Through Obstacles

BTS member SUGA is set to be summoned for questioning by the police after an incident involving him driving an electric scooter while intoxicated.&nbsp;

BTS’s SUGA to Be Summoned for Questioning After Incident Involving Electric Scooter

TXT’s Yeonjun has issued a public apology after facing criticism for posting a picture of his trip to Japan on Korea’s National Liberation Day, a significant holiday that commemorates Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule.&nbsp;

TXT's Yeonjun Issues Public Apology for Posting Japan Trip Photo on Korea’s National Liberation Day

FIFTY FIFTY continues to build anticipation for their upcoming re-debut by introducing a new member, Yewon.&nbsp;

FIFTY FIFTY Introduces New Member Yewon Before Group's Re-Debut

Born as Dong Young-bae on May 18, 1988, in Uijeongbu, South Korea, Taeyang first gained fame as a member of the legendary K-pop group BIGBANG under YG Entertainment.

Taeyang: The BIGBANG Star Making a Big Splash on K-pop

Kim Jae-joong is a multifaceted South Korean entertainer, best known for his influential roles in both music and acting. Jae-joong's early life was marked by challenges, including his adoption and the complex legal battle surrounding his biological parents.&nbsp;

Kim Jae-joong: Living the Dream

NARS, the renowned modern makeup artist brand, has launched a stunning new campaign celebrating its 30th anniversary, featuring SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups and Hoshi as brand ambassadors.

NARS Unveils Striking Campaign Featuring Seventeen's S.Coups and Hoshi as Brand Ambassadors

On August 14 KST, Pledis Entertainment announced that Fromis_9 showcased an exhilarating performance of their latest title track, "Supersonic," on the popular Mnet Digital Studio's YouTube channel, "STUDIO CHOOM." The performance, which premiered the previous day, highlighted the group's impressive stage presence and dynamic energy.Dressed in striking white and blue outfits with bold red accents, the members of Fromis_9 captivated viewers with their cool charisma and synchronized choreography. The performance was a vibrant display of the group's talent, as they flawlessly executed a powerful routine that perfectly complemented the fast-paced rhythm of "Supersonic."One of the standout moments of the performance was the signature move, where the members swing their arms up and down, symbolizing the concept of "running to you." This choreography, combined with the energetic beats of the song, created an engaging and memorable experience for fans and viewers alike.Fromis_9's performance on STUDIO CHOOM has quickly become a talking point among fans, further solidifying the group's reputation for delivering high-energy and visually stunning performances. "Supersonic" is already making waves, and this latest showcase has only added to the excitement surrounding their comeback.https://open.spotify.com/track/6oNLSQX8bcAdbCElZYju3v?si=f16a5f3e34134f78&nbsp;

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