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When Mark Lee confirmed his departure from NCT after a decade, the response was unlike anything K-pop has seen before. Within 24 hours, his handwritten letter had accumulated millions of likes, shares, and comments – but what stood out wasn't the numbers

Mark Lee Has Left NCT – And The Response is Unlike Any Other

This week's K-pop releases have something for everyone

Comeback Corner: HYO, TWS, YUNA & More

Just under a month after his departure from ENHYPEN, Lee Hee-seung has a new identity

HEESEUNG Is Now EVAN – BELIFT LAB Officially Launches His Solo Career

In February, ITZY performed an updated version of their 2020 B-side "THAT'S A NO NO" on tour – and within weeks, a six-year-old deep cut had become a TikTok challenge, climbed the Korean charts, and landed the group a special MCountdown stage

ITZY’s “THAT’S A NO NO” And The Power of Virality 

ENHYPEN have announced BLOOD SAGA, a world tour spanning 21 cities across five continents — one of the most ambitious routings of their career

ENHYPEN Announce BLOOD SAGA 2026-27 World Tour

On September 29, BLACKPINK’s Jennie officially launched her own "X" account, formerly known as Twitter, to engage with fans more personally and share updates about her upcoming solo projects.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK's Jennie Launches Official "X" Account, Crashes Platform

BTS member SUGA has been fined for driving an electric scooter while intoxicated. The Seoul Western District Court issued a summary order on September 30, penalizing the artist with a 15 million KRW fine, equivalent to around 11,392 USD, for violating the Road Traffic Act. A summary order is a legal procedure that imposes fines without requiring a formal trial, typically used for minor offenses. If SUGA does not contest the ruling within a week, the fine will be finalized.The incident in question took place on the night of August 6, when SUGA was caught driving his electric scooter under the influence of alcohol. According to reports, the incident occurred at around 11:15 PM, when SUGA fell off the scooter. Police officers arrived at the scene and confirmed that he was intoxicated.SUGA’s blood alcohol content (BAC) was measured at 0.227%, significantly exceeding the legal limit for license revocation in South Korea, which is set at 0.08%. His level of intoxication not only violated the law but also placed him at high risk for accidents.As a prominent figure in the K-pop world, this incident has sparked media attention and concern among fans. SUGA has not yet publicly commented on the case, but if no objection is made to the court’s ruling, the fine will stand.

BTS's SUGA Fined for Driving Electric Scooter Under the Influence

The Wind Releases First Video for Upcoming Comeback with “Hello, My First Love”

This song is like if pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo covered the California surf-rock band almost monday.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “crazy” by yooji

If BTS’ Jung Kook’s “SEVEN” had a female counterpart, it would undoubtedly be “Retro Romance”! Last month, Girls’ Generation’s Hyoyeon released her first English digital single, “Retro Romance.”

Hyoyeon unveils a quirky music video for "Retro Romance"

Featured MV of the Day: “Pink Venom” by BLACKPINK

There is a new girl group in town! 143 Entertainment debuted its latest rookie girl group, MADEIN, in September 2024.

MADEIN’s rises to fans’ liking with debut EP ‘Rise’

Recently, BTS leader RM performed the group's iconic song "Spring Day" at the 2024 Family Love Concert with his military band.

Watch the moment when a group of fans delivered a touching performance of BTS' "Spring Day"

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Gohyeon from 14U.

Is your birthday October 1? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

If you have been a fan of K-pop then you will be familiar with Monsta X, a group whose music is synonymous with being strong, sultry and embedded in layers of romance and slice-of-life tales.

Wonho: ‘Right For Me’ and Right for You

BLACKPINK’s Jennie has dropped a new teaser clip for her highly anticipated solo comeback, Calling All Pretty Girls. In the teaser, Jennie is seen taking a tag from an ad seeking "pretty girls," building on the intrigue sparked by her previous payphone-themed teaser.

BLACKPINK's Jennie Teases Solo Comeback with Calling All Pretty Girls Clip

Pentagon’s Hui is set to release a new digital single titled Weeds, this time partnering with veteran vocalist Jang Hye Jin.

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