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K-pop stars NewJeans lose legal battle to sever ties with Hybe
Published on 21/03/2025
» Hybe has won a legal battle to control K-pop group NewJeans, reinforcing the status quo for a Korean entertainment group that managed every aspect of its stars’ activities.
K-pop's rollercoaster year
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 24/12/2024
» The biggest news in the K-pop industry in 2024 was the conflict between Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of Ador, and Hybe executives. Min was credited for creating visual branding for SM Entertainment's renowned groups such as Exo, Shinee and Girls' Generation. She is also renowned as a former executive producer behind the success of NewJeans, who stood out for their girl next door image and retro sound.
Korean stars to gather in Bangkok for Asia Artist Awards
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 06/12/2024
» The South Korean entertainment awards ceremony 2024 Asia Artist Award will be held for the first time in Bangkok.
K-pop stars NewJeans quit Hybe in shock revolt that slams studio’s stock
Published on 29/11/2024
» K-pop superstars NewJeans pulled the plug on their partnership with Hybe, escalating an unprecedented uprising that’s transfixed South Korea, wiping out as much as 7% of the studio’s value on Friday.
K-pop superstars NewJeans quit agency
Published on 28/11/2024
» The K-pop superstars NewJeans have officially declared they plan to part ways with Hybe, in a dramatic step that could spark legal battles with South Korea’s most powerful music company.
A year of K-pop
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 26/12/2023
» One of the biggest K-pop stories in December has been the enlistment of the remaining four members of BTS for mandatory military service. On Dec 11, RM, the leader of BTS, and V, the vocalist, began their enlistment. The following day, two other vocalists, Jimin and Jungkook, entered training camps in Yeoncheon together. As the world's biggest boy band goes on hiatus, it will be interesting to see which rival claims the top spot in the absence of BTS.
K-pop to the rescue? S. Korea all-in for scout jamboree closing concert
AFP, Published on 11/08/2023
» SEOUL - Tens of thousands of scouts are set to gather for a massive K-pop festival in Seoul on Friday, as South Korea seeks to salvage a problem-plagued jamboree with "the power of Korean culture".
Apple x NewJeans reveal music video shot on iPhone 14 Pro
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 24/07/2023
» Apple today released the “Shot On iPhone" campaign, which originated in Korea, with the release of the music video for “ETA”, a new track by NewJeans, the highest trending K-pop girl group.
LG unveils new range of laptops
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 27/04/2023
» LG Electronics (Thailand) Co has introduced its line-up of flagship laptop products, dubbed "LG Gram", for the first time in Thailand.
K-pop stars NewJeans court controversy with racy lyrics
Published on 15/09/2022
» The all-girl group NewJeans, the latest teenage addition to South Korea’s K-pop scene, has triggered an outpouring of indignation over lyrics that are heavy with sexual innuendo.