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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’

In a remarkable achievement, rookie boy group 82MAJOR has clinched the number one spot on a U.S. radio chart, showcasing their impressive rise in the music industry.

82MAJOR Makes History as Rookie Group Tops U.S. Radio Chart

In a groundbreaking collaboration, CJ ENM and The CW Network will air KCON LA 2024 live on Sunday, July 28, at 8 pm ET. This significant event will mark the first live primetime broadcast of a K-pop festival on national U.S. television, featuring top K-pop artists.

KCON LA 2024 to Make Historic Live Broadcast on The CW Network

DAY6 is experiencing a remarkable resurgence in popularity as their debut track, "Congratulations," climbs the charts once more

DAY6’s “Congratulations” Climbs the Charts Again Amidst Resurgence in Popularity

CLC, short for CrystaL Clear, emerged as a dynamic force in K-pop under Cube Entertainment. Debuting in 2015 with members Seunghee, Yujin, Seungyeon, Sorn, and Yeeun, they quickly garnered attention through street performances and their debut EP "First Love," featuring the infectious track "Pepe."

CLC - Concept Changeup Queens of Kpop

APRIL, a girl group formed by DSP Media, debuted in 2015, with their EP Dreaming and its title track "Dream Candy." The original lineup featured Somin, Chaewon, Hyunjoo, Naeun, Yena, and Jinsol.&nbsp;

APRIL: A Complicated Legacy

On July 8, (G)I-DLE made a triumphant return with their latest album I SWAY, quickly climbing to the top of iTunes charts worldwide. This impressive achievement underscores the group's global popularity and the anticipation surrounding their new release.

(G)I-DLE Dominates Global iTunes Charts with Latest Comeback Album

On July 10 KST, Cube Entertainment's rookie boy group NOWADAYS made a special announcement during a Weverse Live broadcast celebrating their 100th day since debut.

Cube Entertainment's NOWADAYS Unveils Fan Club Name "D-DAY"

ATEEZ continues to ascend the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant climb and sustaining their chart presence for an impressive five consecutive weeks.

ATEEZ's GOLDEN HOUR: Part.1 Climbs the Billboard 200, Proves Staying Power

ILLIT's popularity shows no signs of waning as they maintain a strong presence on the U.S. Billboard global charts.

ILLIT Continues Dominance on Global Charts

RIIZE’s Wonbin, known for his iconic long hair since his debut, took fans by surprise earlier this year with a dramatic hair transformation, opting for a shorter style.

RIIZE’s Wonbin Sparks Excitement with Hair Transformation

The boy group MIRAE, under DSP Media, is disbanding after three years in the music industry. On July 9 KST, DSP Media revealed that the members have decided to end their group activities following extensive discussions and mutual agreement.

MIRAE Announces Disbandment After Three-Year Journey

Rookie group TWS has hit a major milestone with their debut single, "Plot Twist," amassing over 100 million streams on YouTube Music just six months post-release.

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