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Lee Hangyul makes sixth debut with first solo mini-album NOISE

Lee Hangyul has released his first solo mini-album, NOISE, nine years after debuting with IM and following appearances on four survival shows. He said a lingering longing for the stage brought him back after a break.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN and JOSHUA count down to DREAMSCAPE as reservations and concert tickets sell out

SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN and JOSHUA are three days away from releasing their first mini album, DREAMSCAPE, according to their agency. All pop-up store reservation slots filled immediately after booking opened, while tickets for their Seoul performances sold out during fan club presales.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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NEXZ to open first Asia tour in Seoul on the 17th and 18th

NEXZ will launch its first Asia tour at Olympic Hall in Seoul on the 17th and 18th. JYP Entertainment said the concerts will feature newly arranged songs and performances highlighting each member’s individuality.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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ATEEZ to release 15th mini album GOLDEN HOUR : Part.6 on Nov. 13

ATEEZ will release GOLDEN HOUR : Part.6 on Nov. 13, following a rollout of a pre-release music video and teasers. The group’s agency also says its ZERO TO ALL world tour will begin with a concert in Incheon in January next year.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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Jang Wonyoung Shares Photos of Hannam-dong Home Featuring Dune Sofa

IVE member Jang Wonyoung shared photos of her home on Instagram, showing a Dune Sofa whose price can reach 200 million won depending on its configuration. The images also feature a Radiofonografo audio system and decorative objects.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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JENNIE Shares Bikini and Workout Photos, Appears as Guest at The Weeknd Concert

JENNIE posted several photos on social media with the caption “things that make me smile.” She was also reported to have made a surprise guest appearance with The Weeknd for a duet performance of “One Of The Girls” at his concert in Korea.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.16

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MBLAQ’s Seung-ho and Mir Share Photo Marking 17th Debut Anniversary

Seung-ho posted a photo with Mir to mark MBLAQ’s 17th debut anniversary and said he would share an update on G.O soon. The group debuted in 2009 and was loved for songs including “Y” and “This Is War.”

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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FLO’s “Cheer On” streams top 1 million in a month; PLAVE, TAEMIN and BIGBANG to get subway ads

FLO’s “Cheer On” feature passed 1 million cheer-related plays and 250,000 cumulative participants within a month of launch, according to Dreamus Company. The top three acts in September’s rankings—PLAVE, TAEMIN and BIGBANG—will appear in subway advertising from the 12th for about a month.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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Epik High Releases Second Parody Poster for 2027 Concert

Epik High released a second parody poster for the 2027 Epik High Concert, featuring its members recreating the cover of PINK LOVE. The concert will take place Jan. 22–24, 2027, at KSPO DOME in Seoul’s Olympic Park.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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A2O LITE’s ‘NEON’ hits No. 1 on Melon real-time chart just 26 hours after release

A2O LITE's debut song 'NEON' reached the top of the Melon real-time chart within 26 hours of its release. The multinational 9-member group, with an average age of approximately 15, is drawing attention alongside Lee Soo-man's resumption of domestic music activities.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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BIG Naughty has already completed marriage registration... in a legal marriage status

Rapper BIG Naughty has revealed that he is already in a legal marriage status after having completed his marriage registration. He announced his marriage to his long-time partner, who inspired many of his songs, through a fan communication group chat.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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Oh My Girl's HYOJUNG to Release First Mini Album Featuring Self-Composed Songs on the 15th

Oh My Girl's HYOJUNG is set to release her first solo mini album, 'Lost&Found', on the 15th. The album features songs she participated in writing and composing, reflecting on her journey and moving toward an unfinished tomorrow.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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Addnine Project releases new single 'Suddenly, I Thought of You' after 8 years

Addnine Project is releasing a new acoustic pop ballad titled 'Suddenly, I Thought of You' on the 15th. This marks their first new song since 'Us Back Then' was released in 2018.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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Swings reveals birthday party featuring 5.77 million won bag from brand L

Singer and actor Swings shared photos of his luxurious birthday celebration on social media, featuring a luxury brand L bag worth approximately 5.77 million won.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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YUHZ reveals tracklist for first EP 'B'... to be released on the 21st

Rookie boy group YUHZ released the tracklist for their first EP 'B' via official social media on the 15th. The album features five tracks, including the title song 'B.B.B'.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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Nam Woo-hyun, 10th Solo Anniversary 2nd Full Album ‘2X8’ with 16 Songs... Three-Day Concert in November

Infinite member and solo singer Nam Woo-hyun is releasing his second full-length album, ‘2X8’, to celebrate his 10th anniversary since his solo debut. Following the album release, he will hold a three-day anniversary concert titled ‘Arbor DayVI - EVER GREEN’ at the KBS Arena in Seoul from November 6 to 8.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.15

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BIG Naughty announces marriage while serving as a social service agent... "Decided to be together for life"

Singer BIG Naughty (Seo Dong-hyun) announced his marriage through a post on a fan communication platform while currently serving as a social service agent. He shared that he has decided to spend his life with the person featured in his songs such as 'Vancouver' and 'Vancouver 2'.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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BTS ‘Hooligan’ MV Surpasses 100 Million Views… Third Record for ‘ARIRANG’

BIGHIT MUSIC announced that the music video for "Hooligan," a track from BTS's 5th full album ‘ARIRANG’, surpassed 100 million views on YouTube on the 14th. This marks the third music video from the album to reach this milestone, following "SWIM" and "2.0".

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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IVE Releases Concept Photos of Jang Won-young and An Yu-jin for ‘Looks Can Kill’

IVE has released "Hero Comics" version concept photos for their new mini-album ‘Looks Can Kill’, featuring members An Yu-jin and Jang Won-young. The title track is set to be pre-released on the 19th before the full album launch on the 26th.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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Seo Yun-kyung tags ‘INFJ Boyfriend’ account... hinting at public relationship via SNS

Former Rocket Punch member Seo Yun-kyung has hinted at a public relationship by tagging an account presumed to be her boyfriend in her social media posts. The account's profile suggests it is an account observed by her "INFJ boyfriend."

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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Alpha Drive One enters three Billboard charts... 5th on 'World Albums'

Alpha Drive One has entered three US Billboard charts in their first year since debut. Their second mini-album, 'Unbreakable: Boy Beast', reached 5th on the 'World Albums' chart.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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LIBELANTE to Hold Solo Concert on November 14 and 15

Crossover group LIBELANTE will hold a solo concert titled 'XSCALA SERIES – LIBELANTE : RECORD' at the XSCALA venue in Seoul on November 14 and 15. The performance will reflect on the members' musical journeys and their time together as a team.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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And2ble to hold fan-cons in Seoul and Yokohama in December... 2nd mini album to be released on the 27th

The group And2ble will meet fans in Seoul and Yokohama, Japan, this winter through their '2026 AND2BLE FAN-CON'. Ahead of the fan-cons, they are set to release their 2nd mini album, 'Sequence 02: Attraction', on the 27th.

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.14

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I-dle's MIYEON Reveals New Profile... Showcasing Charm Through Various Concepts

I-dle member MIYEON released new profile photos showcasing diverse moods, ranging from sophisticated to lovely. She is also set to star as the lead character Cha Se-mi in the upcoming drama "Cheongdam International High School: Royal Camp."

Jeong Si-hwan · 2026.10.13