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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 conquistam sua primeira vitória em um programa musical — e SEONG MO, que passou mais de um ano entregando troféus no Show Champion como MC, finalmente pôde receber um

82MAJOR sobre HEAT, a primeira vitória e o que vem depois

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 e Park Gunwook, membros do ZEROBASEONE da WakeOne, anunciaram o lançamento, em 21 de setembro, de seu tão aguardado projeto de sub-unit sob o nome de dupla ‘EMP’

Seok Matthew e Park Gunwook, do ZEROBASEONE, Anunciam Mixtape sob a Sub-unit ‘EMP’

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 e JOSHUA, do SEVENTEEN, anunciaram que retornarão como uma nova subunit em 19 de outubro, sob o nome JxJ

JEONGHAN e JOSHUA, do SEVENTEEN, formam a nova subunit JxJ

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.

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Quando a Dolce &amp; Gabbana nomeou SOOBIN como seu mais novo embaixador, começou pela skincare. Ao lado dos retratos de moda esperados, suas imagens de estreia colocam pele de vidro e produtos em primeiro plano. Não foi uma escolha aleatória

SOOBIN, Dolce & Gabbana e o poder crescente da K-beauty masculina

JUN, do SEVENTEEN, anunciou o lançamento de seu primeiro EP solo em chinês, 9, com estreia marcada para 28 de setembro

JUN, do SEVENTEEN, Anuncia o Primeiro EP em Chinês ‘9’

BB GIRLS is a South Korean girl group currently consisting of three members under BBGIRLS Company and GLG. The group was originally formed by Brave Entertainment as Brave Girls, debuting on April 8, 2011, with the single album &quot;The Difference&quot;. Following years of lineup changes and steady releases, the group experienced a major resurgence in 2021 when their song &quot;Rollin’&quot; went viral, propelling them to the top of Korean music charts and earning them their first music show win years after its initial release. This unexpected breakthrough revitalized their career and led to further promotions, including releases like &quot;Chi Mat Ba Ram&quot; and continued group activities. On February 16, 2023, all members departed from Brave Entertainment, marking the end of their activities under the agency. On the same day, they released the digital single &quot;Goodbye&quot; as a farewell to their time with the company. Shortly after, the members signed with Warner Music Korea to continue as a group, later rebranding as BB GIRLS on May 3 due to trademark restrictions on their former name. In 2024, the group transitioned once again following the end of their contract with Warner Music Korea, continuing as a trio under their own agency, BBGIRLS Company, in partnership with GLG. Despite lineup changes, BB GIRLS have remained active, releasing new music such as &quot;Love 2&quot; and the special single &quot;Wish List&quot;, while continuing to build on their legacy in the industry.

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10 anos na indústria, três hiatos e muitas mudanças na formação depois, BBGIRLS — antes conhecidas como Brave Girls — teve uma das trajetórias de redenção mais fascinantes do K-pop. De alguns sucessos discretos a favoritas de culto e quase um disband

A jornada de 10 anos de BB GIRLS: De um começo humilde ao sucesso viral

PRISTIN was a ten-member girl group formed by Pledis Entertainment, debuting in March 2017 with Hi! PRISTIN and the title track &quot;Wee Woo.&quot; The lineup included Lim Nayoung, Zhou Jie Qiong, Minkyeung, Gyeongwon, Eunwoo, Yaebin, Park Xiyeon, Shannon Bae, Yehana, and Kyla. The group arrived with unusually high anticipation because several members were already known from Produce 101 and I.O.I-related activity, while others had been introduced through the pre-debut PLEDIS Girlz project. PRISTIN&#x27;s early image mixed bright pop, self-introduction, and strong trainee reputation, positioning them as a group with both performance polish and member familiarity. PRISTIN&#x27;s active period was short, ending with disbandment in 2019, which made the group a frequent example of unrealized potential in late-2010s K-pop. Their subunit PRISTIN V showed a sharper concept, and many members continued in entertainment after the group ended. The fandom name was HIgh.

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De estrear com um começo tão forte e um title track popular em 2017 a desaparecer aos poucos do olhar do público e se dissolver apenas dois anos depois, a ascensão e queda de PRISTIN estiveram entre as trajetórias mais lamentáveis e frustrantes da última década

Como PRISTIN Passou de um dos atos mais promissores do K-pop para uma lembrança

XLOV is a South Korean boy group formed by 257 Entertainment and currently managed by [WM Entertainment]. The group consists of four members: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. They debuted on January 7, 2025, with the single album I&#x27;mma Be. XLOV gained attention for promoting a genderless concept, incorporating androgynous styling and performances that challenge traditional gender norms in Kpop. The group&#x27;s name combines &quot;X,&quot; representing the unknown and negation, with &quot;LOV,&quot; symbolizing incomplete love, while their fandom name, EVOL, represents the completion of that concept. Several members were previously known through survival programs before debut. Wumuti, Rui, and Haru participated in Boys Planet, while Wumuti was also active in the project group WATERFIRE before helping form XLOV. The group is particularly noted for Wumuti&#x27;s involvement in songwriting and production, including contributions to their debut release. Since debuting, XLOV has released music including I&#x27;mma Be and I ONE, earning recognition for their distinctive concept, performance style, and growing international fanbase. In 2026, the group&#x27;s management structure changed following the acquisition of 257 Entertainment by WM Entertainment through RBW. Their music primarily incorporates elements of hip-hop, R&amp;B, and pop, while their visual identity and performances have distinguished them as one of the more unconventional rookie acts of the fifth generation of Kpop.

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O K-pop sempre brincou com gênero — no styling, no conceito, na performance. Mas o líder do XLOV, Wumuti, chamou atenção recentemente para um ponto importante: o genderlessness corre o risco de virar apenas uma palavra da moda, uma estética superficial usada para gerar engajamento, em vez de algo vivido com intenção.

O “genderlessness” no K-pop sinaliza progresso ou continua sendo um conceito?

Três disputas diferentes envolvendo três acts separados estão levantando preocupações sobre como as empresas e labels estão lidando com seus grupos e atividades em grupo. Batalhas jurídicas exaustivas entre a integrante de #NewJeans Danielle e a #ADOR continuam, com novas alegações surgindo

Na Semana Passada no K-pop, Interpretado (29 de junho - 3 de julho de 2026)

ARrC is a boy group under Mystic Story. The group debuted on August 19, 2024 with the EP AR^C and the title track &quot;S&amp;S (sour and sweet).&quot; Its lineup includes Hyunmin, Andy, Choi Han, Doha, Kien, Rioto, and Jibeen. Former member Ziwoo left in January 2025. The group&#x27;s name stands for &quot;Always Remember the real Connection,&quot; pointing to a concept built around communication and connection with listeners. ARrC&#x27;s releases include Dummy, nu kidz: out the box, HOPE, and Ctrl+Alt+Skiid, with a sound that moves through youthful pop, hip-hop textures, and performance-focused tracks. On June 23, 2026. Mystic Story announced that ARrC’s activities officially ends and that all members will embark on a new journey to pursue their own paths moving forward.

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Dois anos após o debut, o ARrC foi oficialmente encerrado. O grupo de sete membros nunca chegou a conquistar plenamente o público mais amplo que sua música merecia — mas o que deixaram para trás conta uma história mais interessante do que os números sugerem

A Ascensão Lenta e o Fim Repentino de ARrC

Entre o reencontro recente do BIGBANG no Coachella, os shows de Stray Kids e JENNIE como headliners do Governor’s Ball NYC e a apresentação recente do ATEEZ em Hyde Park, em Londres, 2026 viu artistas de K-pop ocuparem a linha de frente dos principais festivais musicais internacionais pelo mundo

Onde o K-pop se Encaixa nos Festivais Musicais Internacionais?

Dez anos depois de se afastar dos holofotes, a veterana do K-pop da segunda geração G.NA está retornando à música. Seu hiato veio após uma condenação em 2016 por acusações relacionadas à prostituição — um capítulo sobre o qual ela disse ter levado anos até conseguir falar publicamente.

Dez Anos Depois, G.NA Está Contando a Própria História

Três histórias, uma pergunta: o que a indústria do K-pop deve às suas pessoas? Esta semana, Chase Infiniti, de superfã a estrela, se junta a ATEEZ, Lisa critica a cultura de stalking sasaeng, e o ex-membro do NCT Mark Lee enfrenta críticas por uma foto com a bandeira confederada.&nbsp;

Semana passada no K-pop, interpretada (22 a 26 de junho de 2026)

fromis_9 is a South Korean girl group originally formed through the survival show Idol School, known for their bright pop sound and steady growth across multiple generations of K-pop. The group currently consists of Song Ha-young, Park Ji-won, Lee Chae-young, Lee Na-gyung, and Baek Ji-heon, following several lineup changes that reshaped the group over time. Their name combines “From Idol School” with the idea of a promise to fans, reflecting their origins and commitment as a fan-driven group. Since debuting under Stone Music Entertainment with creative direction from Pledis Entertainment, they have navigated multiple agency transitions while maintaining a consistent musical identity. Fromis_9 They officially debuted in 2018 with “To Heart,” quickly gaining attention for their youthful concept and polished performances. Releases like “Love Bomb,” “Fun!,” and “Feel Good (Secret Code)” helped define their signature sound, blending energetic pop with catchy hooks and vibrant visuals. Over time, the group steadily built a loyal fanbase, achieving chart success and eventually earning their first music show win with “Talk &amp; Talk,” marking a major milestone in their career. Their continued releases, including “DM” and “Stay This Way,” further solidified their place as a dependable and evolving girl group within the industry. Fromis_9 As their career progressed, fromis_9 experienced significant changes, including member departures and shifts in management, ultimately reorganizing as a five-member group under a new agency. Despite these transitions, they continued to release music and expand their activities, including their first world tour and later projects like From Our 20’s. With their ability to adapt while maintaining their core identity, fromis_9 remains recognized for their resilience, consistent growth, and enduring connection with fans in an ever-changing K-pop landscape.

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Ao completar oito anos de carreira, Jiwon, do fromis_9, ainda não havia recebido um único won de renda. Sua revelação em um programa do YouTube nesta semana é mais um lembrete de que, por trás da aparência reluzente do K-pop, existe um modelo financeiro pensado para adiar indefinidamente os ganhos dos artistas.

Oito Anos, Nenhuma Renda: A Realidade Financeira por Trás do Estrelato do K-pop

O trio de peso da HYBE faz história com uma estreia em #1 nos EUA no YouTube para "ICONIC BY MISTAKE", enquanto HUNTR/X mantém sua longevidade global nas paradas e os rookies da BIGHIT, CORTIS, comprovam o domínio da quinta geração com uma turnê esgotada nos EUA&nbsp;

LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT e KATSEYE estreiam em #1 nos EUA no YouTube, enquanto "Golden" se aproxima do seu primeiro ano nas paradas

Hearts2Hearts, stylized as H2H, is a South Korean girl group formed by SM Entertainment. The octet consists of Carmen, Jiwoo, Yuha, Stella, Juun, A-na, Ian, and Ye-on. They debuted on February 24, 2025, with the single album &quot;The Chase&quot; and its title track of the same name. The group’s name is intended to reflect their mission to connect with global fans through music filled with emotion and heartfelt messages. Their debut release &quot;The Chase&quot; achieved strong commercial performance, with first-week sales topping domestic charts and earning the group their first music show win shortly after debut. In June 2025, Hearts2Hearts released the digital single “Style”, followed by their first EP “Focus” in October 2025, which included the pre-released track “Pretty Please”, They also released the digital single “Rude!” in February 2026. Hearts2Hearts has performed at major events including SMTOWN Live 2025, international showcases, and festivals across Asia, building a growing global presence.

Hearts2Hearts

Hearts2Hearts, da M Entertainment, lançou seu segundo mini-álbum Lemon Tang, o próximo capítulo da icônica série de sucessos com temática de verão da empresa. Após a viralização do single pré-lançamento “RUDE!”, o álbum alcançou o primeiro lugar tanto nas paradas da Hanteo quanto da Circle

Hearts2Hearts Dão Continuidade ao Sucesso da Série de Verão da SM com ‘Lemon Tang’

Na última semana do K-pop, Kwon Eunbin, do CLC, se aposentou aos 26 anos, Shinyu, do TWS, apoiou uma campanha por crianças desaparecidas, e o Grammys apresentou uma nova categoria Asian Pop que gerou reações mistas. Histórias diferentes, o mesmo tema: uma indústria que dá com uma mão e tira com a outra

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