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5 K-Pop Bands Prove Longevity In A Tough Music Market (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The K-pop industry is quite popular among people across the globe. Nowadays, the competition among K-pop bands is too high, so much so that groups form and disband due to issues that are out of their control. Many bands have disbanded or become inactive after their debut, not because they lack talent but because they fell behind in the competition to woo the audience.

Can you imagine that in 2014, 40 K-pop bands had debuted in the same timeline? Yes, that’s right. But, do you know how many of them are still active? Only 5. So, here are the 5 K-pop bands from Btob to Exo that are still ruling the Korean music industry with their magic and popularity. Scroll ahead.

B.A.P

For those who don’t know, B.A.P debuted in the year 2012 on January 26 with their track ‘Warrior.

Jun Ji-Hyun Comments On Co-Star(Photo Credit –Instagram)

During the press conference for the film, The Thieves, Jun Ji-Hyun had said something shocking regarding her co-star Kim Hye-Soo’s bust size that caused a lot of fuss back then. Now, a YouTube shorts video titled ‘Jun Ji-Hyun: Between Cuteness and Rudeness’ has been surfacing online, bringing back that clip where what seemed like a light-hearted joke between the two actresses can be seen.

The clip was from the press conference of their movie, The Thieves. It released in 2012 and is still considered as one of the biggest box-office hits with more than 10 million views. It even got a lot of appreciation and the Legend of the Blue Sea actress rose to fame because of this film. Scroll ahead to read more about the banter between the two actresses from press preview.

During the conference, one of the reporters present there...

G-Dragon Telepathy Remake Cast Lineup(Photo Credit –Instagram)

It is not unknown to anyone who follows Korean entertainment that Kim Soo-Hyun has gotten involved in a messy relationship scandal for dating the late actress Kim Sae-Ron. He was one of the guests in G-Dragon’s variety show Good Day, but because of the controversy, he was edited out of that episode. Now, recently, it was revealed which song was done for Good Day. Apparently, G-Dragon chose the 80s hit song, Telepathy by Dosi Brothers.

And ahead of the release of the 7th episode, on April 6, a glimpse of the remake version of the song was shared. Even though it featured many Korean celebrities, including actors and K-pop idols, Kim Soo-Hyun was nowhere to be seen in the preview. Probably, G-Dragon deliberately removed the Queen of Tears actor because of the scandalous situation.

From Jo Se-Ho, Jung Hyung-Don, Defconn, Code Kunst,...

Heo’s Diner is a South Korean time-slip fantasy romantic comedy series that premiered on March 24, 2025. Based on the web novel by Jeon Seon-yeong, the drama follows Heo Gyun, a Joseon Dynasty figure who unexpectedly finds himself in modern-day Korea. As he navigates this unfamiliar era, Heo Gyun’s passion for food leads him to open a unique restaurant, blending traditional flavors with contemporary cuisine. The series stars Xiumin as Heo Gyun and Chu So-jung as Bong Eun-sil, the daughter of a small restaurant owner. With its intriguing plot and charming cast, Heo’s Diner has captured the attention of viewers both domestically and internationally.

Heo’s Diner Plot Overview:

Heo Gyun, portrayed by Xiumin, is recognized as the first food columnist of the Joseon Dynasty. Known for his genius and keen eye for aesthetics, Heo Gyun’s life takes an unexpected turn when he is transported 400 years into the future. In modern-day Korea,...

Here’s What Blackpink’s Jennie Revealed About Her Future Plans ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

One of the Blackpink members, Jennie, is gearing up for her first solo studio album, Ruby. In an interview, she talked about her career so far, dropped some spoilers for her fans about her upcoming projects, and shared whether she has any further plans regarding acting in the near future.

The K-pop idol who began her musical career with the girl band Blackpink, consisting of Jisoo, Lisa, and Rose, also tried acting. She was seen in the series The Idol featuring Lily Rose-Depp and The Weeknd. Many appreciated her efforts to put herself out there and debut in an American drama series. In contrast, others criticized her for wearing bold outfits and speaking raunchy dialogues in the show.

In the preview of the upcoming episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show shared on March 2, 2025, featuring Jennie, the...

Did Blackpink Jennie Plagiarize A Bollywood Song Featuring Alia Bhatt? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Jennie, who debuted her musical career with the South Korean girl band Blackpink, has enjoyed her solo venture since leaving their label, Yg Entertainment. As she is garnering a lot of attention globally with her vocal range and dance skills, she is also getting embroiled in controversy. On one hand, the K-pop singer is gearing up for her upcoming solo studio album, Ruby; on the other, one of her tracks has sparked debate online.

The singer is set to release her album Ruby with the title track, Like Jennie. When the teaser was dropped, people quickly pointed out the similarities between her music track and a Bollywood song. Netizens have brought in allegations against her name and accused her of plagiarism. Scroll ahead to find out more about it.

The controversy began after a snippet of Jennie’s new track,...

Xiumin Music Bank Controversy (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Exo’s member Xiumin’s agency INB100 claimed that the K-pop singer, who is releasing his first solo album, Interview X, on March 10, 2025, has been stopped from performing on Kbs’ Music Bank. The agency made several attempts to contact Kbs to solve the issue and secure the schedule. But their requests got overlooked. As per INB100, Kbs unofficially informed them that it wouldn’t be possible to feature Xiumin on their show because Sm Entertainment artists would appear.

The situation allegedly arose to this extent because of a conflict of interest between Sm Entertainment and the Exo member, making it difficult for him to appear on the same stage with Sm artists. However, Kbs has now denied all the allegations in a recent report. Scroll ahead to find out the truth.

Explaining how Xiumin got blocked from appearing on Music Bank, his record...

9 must-watch K-Dramas coming in March 2025(Photo Credit – YouTube)

Spring season is here. This means more romance in the air, and to celebrate that love, a lineup of new K-dramas awaits you all. Get ready for a tub of ice cream or popcorn as you like, take a box full of tissues if you need them, and enjoy these 9 K-dramas that are getting aired in March of 2025. From a rom-com like The Potato Lab to a heartwarming series like When Life Gives You Tangerines, the fresh new batch of dramas will definitely help elevate your mood or might leave you agitated with a thrilling experience.

So, without any further ado, let’s jump straight into the list of K-dramas.

The Potato Lab

Lee Sun-Bin and Kang Tae-Oh starrer The Potato Lab has already premiered on tvN and Netflix. It was scheduled to air on March 1, 2025, and within two episodes, the series...

Aespa Wins Big ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The 22nd Annual Korean Music Awards in 2025 has officially declared the winners across the various music categories. The award ceremony took place on February 27, 2025, at 8 p.m. Kst. From Aespa to Bibi to G-Dragon, many other Korean artists were nominated for this event. Unlike many other Korean music award shows, they typically use sales figures as a major criteria to choose their winners. However, the Korean Music Awards focuses on musical achievements more than anything.

This award ceremony also puts greater importance on albums and songs in and of themselves. For the unversed, Aespa took the maximum number of trophies among their five nominations. The girl gang won three titles.

On the other hand, Lee Seung-Yoon also snagged three trophies and even got named as the Artist of the Year. Danpyunsun and the Moments Ensemble, the most nominated indie group, earned the title of Album of the Year.

Park Bo-Young Smoking Scene (Photo Credit – Instagram)

South Korean actress Park Bo-Young’s recent drama Melo Movie has some scenes that sparked controversies among the viewers. Read on to know more.

In the newly released Netflix series Melo Movie, Park Bo-Young plays Kim Moo-Bi, an aspiring assistant director who transitioned into a director’s role. While the actress has returned to the rom-com era after a long time, she has shown a different side of herself while portraying Moo-Bi. One of the most talked-about scenes that has garnered much attention from the audience is where she can be seen smoking cigarettes.

Before this drama, Bo-Young has always played a good girl’s character, portraying her pure image. However, this time, her character’s arc has made her fans go crazy as they have seen her smoking on-screen. Recently, she opened up about her smoking scenes. Scroll ahead to read about...

Won Ji An Confirms Lead Role With Park Seo Joon (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Get ready, fans, because your favorite Se-mi from Squid Game 2 is returning. Well, as a different character this time. Won Ji An garnered widespread recognition after her role as Player 380 in the smash-hit survival series. Now, she has confirmed her next big role in Waiting for Gyeongdo (literal title). In this rom-com drama, she will be co-starring Park Seo Joon, showcasing a new charm and chemistry.

On February 18, Jtbc confirmed that Won Ji An will lead the upcoming drama Waiting for Gyeongdo. Previously, it was announced that Park Seo Joon would be taking on the male lead role. This drama is a romantic comedy revolving around two former lovers, Lee Gyeong Do and Seo Ji Woo. When they were 20, they fell in love and then again rekindled their romance at 28 before breaking up once again.

Many years later,...

Lee Dong-Wook K-Drama Update (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Lee Dong-Wook is making his return to the world of romantic comedies with The Divorce Insurance, and here’s what we know so far. Read on for more details about when and where to watch.

tvN’s upcoming K-drama The Divorce Insurance featuring Lee Dong-Wook has shared new updates, and fans have gone gaga over it. The popular South Korean actor is known for his on-screen charm and presence, and after starring in a revenge thriller drama, A Shop for Killers, Dong-Wook is returning to the world of rom-com dramas with the upcoming new series.

Alongside the Goblin actor, Lee Joo-Bin, Lee Kwang-Soo and Lee Da-Hee also star in the drama. The storyline is set in an office romance backdrop that revolves around a man working at an innovative product development team of an insurance company that prepares insurance plans for divorce. Written...

Heo’s Diner starring Xiumin and Exy Announces Premiere Date ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Exo’s Xiumin is making his big acting comeback, holding Wjsn’s Exy’s hands. The two K-pop idols will channel their actor mode in the upcoming drama Heo’s Diner. The production team has announced the premiere date for this highly-anticipated rom-com, and it will arrive sooner than you think.

On February 19, Korean media outlet The Fact reported that the final casting lineup for Heo’s Diner had been unveiled along with the long-awaited premiere date. “The first episode will air on March 24,” the team revealed to the outlet, adding, “Exo’s Xiumin, Exy, Lee Se On, and Lee Soo Min will appear and show off their unique chemistry.”

Fans are excited to witness Xiumin’s return to acting and his chemistry with Wjsn’s Exy.

Heo’s Diner is an upcoming fantasy rom-com set in...