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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

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’

BIGHIT MUSIC just opened its 2026 Global Audition, and the door is wide open. Any male born in 2008 or later can apply, from anywhere, with zero restrictions on category – singing, dancing, producing, whatever shows your talent best

BIGHIT MUSIC Opens 2026 Global Audition for Male Talent

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

TOMORROW X TOGETHER, often shortened to TXT, is a five-member boy group under BIGHIT MUSIC. The group consists of Soobin, Yeonjun, Beomgyu, Taehyun, and Huening Kai. They debuted in March 2019 with The Dream Chapter: Star, becoming BigHit&#x27;s first boy group after BTS and immediately attracting heavy attention. TXT&#x27;s early identity centered on youth, friendship, imagination, and the strange emotional weather of growing up. Instead of debuting with a hard-edged performance image, they leaned into brightness, fantasy, and vulnerability on songs such as &quot;Crown,&quot; &quot;Run Away,&quot; and &quot;Blue Hour.&quot; That made the group feel distinct within fourth-generation boy-group trends, especially because their storytelling often treated adolescence as magical, confusing, and a little unstable. As their catalog developed, TXT added sharper pop-rock, emo, and dance influences through songs like &quot;0X1=LOVESONG,&quot; &quot;LO$ER=LOVER,&quot; &quot;Sugar Rush Ride,&quot; and &quot;Chasing That Feeling.&quot; The members&#x27; strengths map cleanly onto that evolution: Soobin&#x27;s calm leadership, Yeonjun&#x27;s performance charisma, Beomgyu&#x27;s color, Taehyun&#x27;s vocal focus, and Huening Kai&#x27;s bright tone all help the group move between softness and intensity. TXT&#x27;s fandom is known as MOA, short for Moments of Alwaysness. The group&#x27;s significance is tied to how carefully they built a coming-of-age identity across albums, videos, and performances. Rather than defining themselves through a single sound, TXT became a group about transition itself: childhood into adulthood, fantasy into reality, and polished idol pop into something more emotionally restless.

TOMORROW X TOGETHER

When Dolce &amp; Gabbana named SOOBIN its newest ambassador, they led with skincare. Alongside the expected fashion portraits, his debut imagery puts glass skin and product front and center. It's not a random choice

SOOBIN, Dolce & Gabbana and the Growing Power of Male K-Beauty

On August 6, NMIXX's Haewon showcased her versatility by stepping into the role of a special weathercaster for JTBC News, filling in for meteorologist Mo Se Won.

NMIXX's Haewon Shines as Special Weathercaster on JTBC News

Cube Entertainment has addressed recent controversy surrounding Soyeon's solo performance of the song "Is this bad b***** number?"

Cube Entertainment Addresses Controversy Over Soyeon's Concert Lyrics

Lee Seung Gi is an all-rounder in the Korean entertainment industry, famously known as the "Ballad Prince." Born on January 13, 1987, in Seoul, South Korea, he debuted as a singer at the age of 17 with the album The Dream of a Moth in 2004.

Lee Seung Gi, the K-pop and Kdrama Heartthrob 

Dean, born Kwon Hyuk, has made a significant impact on both the South Korean and international music scenes as an alternative R&amp;B singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer.

Dean: "R&B prince of Asia”

Seoul Yongsan Police Station is currently investigating BTS's SUGA on charges of violating the Road Traffic Act due to an alleged drunk driving incident, according to a report by Yonhap News on August 7 KST.&nbsp;

BTS's SUGA Under Investigation for Alleged Drunk Driving Incident

Hwasa is set to release a new solo album in September, according to multiple reports on South Korea's NAVER platform. Initially, there were hints of a potential release in late August, but the date has been pushed back to ensure top-notch quality.&nbsp;

Hwasa to Release New Solo Album in September

The continued discussion among fans online has raised serious concerns about LE SSERAFIM's future, especially following their lackluster performance at Coachella.

Fans Online Question LE SSERAFIM's Future Amid Criticism Over Coachella Performance

IU, whose real name is Lee Ji-eun, is a South Korean solo singer and actress who has become an absolute staple in the K-pop industry.&nbsp;

IU: Best of the Best

Jessica Ho, known by her stage name Jessi, is an American rapper and singer who has carved a distinctive niche in the South Korean music industry.&nbsp;

Jessi: Carving Her Own Path

ILLIT continues to captivate audiences, proving their talents extend far beyond music. On August 5 KST, the group released episode 6 of their self-produced series, SUPER ILLIT, on their official YouTube channel and Weverse, showcasing their sharp observation and impressive acting skills.

ILLIT Showcases Versatility Beyond Music in New Detective Show

Stray Kids captivated the audience as headliners at the renowned Lollapalooza Chicago music festival in the United States. On August 2, the group performed on the Bud Light Stage in Grant Park, Chicago, Illinois, as part of the festival, which attracts 110,000 attendees each day.

Stray Kids Headline Lollapalooza Chicago, Continuing Global Festival Domination

Big Planet Made Entertainment has issued a statement regarding a data omission in the first-week sales of Ha Sung Woon’s eighth mini album

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