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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

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

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’

Less than a month after its release, BABYMONSTER has achieved a significant milestone with their latest music video. On July 28, shortly before midnight KST, the group's music video for their recent single “FOREVER” surpassed 100 million views on YouTube. This accomplishment marks their fourth official music video to reach this impressive milestone, following “BATTER UP,” “Stuck In The Middle,” and “SHEESH.”BABYMONSTER originally released the music video for “FOREVER” on July 1 at midnight KST. It took just under 28 days for the video to hit the 100 million mark. The rapid success of “FOREVER” underscores BABYMONSTER's rising influence in the music industry. Each of their releases has consistently garnered significant attention and viewership, cementing their status as a formidable presence in the K-pop scene.Congratulations to BABYMONSTER on this remarkable achievement! Fans are eagerly anticipating what the group will accomplish next, as their swift rise shows no signs of slowing down.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJCHKjt0MPw&nbsp;

BABYMONSTER's "FOREVER" Music Video Hits 100 Million Views in Under a Month

OH MY GIRL is set to make a significant impact this summer with their eagerly awaited return. On July 31, reports emerged that the beloved girl group would be making a comeback in August, sparking excitement and anticipation among fans worldwide.

OH MY GIRL Gears Up for Highly Anticipated Summer Comeback

Lee Jin-hyuk, born Lee Sung-joon on June 8, 1996, initially rose to prominence as a member of the boy band UP10TION, debuting in 2015. His stage name "Wei" symbolized his ambition and stature.

Lee Jin-hyuk: All-Around Success

Yubin, born Kim Yu-bin on October 4, 1988, in Gwangju, South Korea, is a multifaceted artist known for her roles as a singer-songwriter, rapper, and actress.&nbsp;

Yubin: A True Icon

BTS's V has achieved a significant milestone with his solo debut. His music video for "Love Me Again," the first single from his solo album Layover, has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube.

BTS's V Hits 100 Million Views with "Love Me Again" Music Video

NCT 127 has clinched their first music show trophy for their latest title track, "Walk.” Despite KBS 2TV’s Music Bank not airing a new episode on August 2 due to coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the show still announced this week’s winner on its official website.

NCT 127 Wins First Music Show Trophy 

BIGHIT MUSIC has thrilled fans with the announcement of the English version of Jimin’s hit song "Be Mine."

BIGHIT MUSIC Announces Release of Jimin's "Be Mine" in English

Teen Top, a boy band formed by TOP Media in 2010, has experienced various transformations since its inception. Originally a six-member group, it now consists of Chunji, Niel, Ricky, and Changjo.&nbsp;

Teen Top: Staying on Top

Kim Hyung-seo, known professionally as BIBI, has carved a distinctive niche in the South Korean music and entertainment industry through her multifaceted career.&nbsp;

BIBI: From Bedroom to Stardom

RIIZE’s upcoming finale fan concert will be available in theaters across the globe which is great new for fans who can’t attend it in person!&nbsp;

RIIZE's "RIIZING DAY" Finale Fan Concert to Be Broadcast Live in Cinemas Globally

Coupang Play has announced that Jisoo from BLACKPINK will be taking a leading role in its highly anticipated zombie drama Newtopia.

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo to Lead Upcoming Zombie Drama Newtopia on Coupang Play

On August 1 at midnight KST, TXT delighted fans with the release of two adorable videos introducing their official “PPULBATU” characters.

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