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Global dominance
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 30/12/2025
» This year was another in which K-pop continued global expansion. Let's start with Netflix's animation, KPop Demon Hunters, which features the popular soundtrack Golden, sung by Huntr/x, a trio girl group. Written by Ejae, a Korean American singer-songwriter and Mark Sonnenblick, Golden ranked number one on the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks. Golden was not only a popular animation soundtrack, but also received four Grammy nominations: Song of the Year, Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, Best Song Written for Visual Media and Best Remixed Record.
Jackson Wang's latest tour kicks off in Bangkok
Life, Published on 25/09/2025
» Although Jackson Wang is known as a member of K-pop sensation GOT7, his solo career has also been a significant success.
Two big K-shows come to Bangkok
Life, Published on 05/08/2025
» Here is a round-up of the latest upcoming events for K-entertainment fans. The first will see Le Sserafim stop in Bangkok to perform as part of their first world tour titled "Easy Crazy Hot". Second, soulful singers including Lyn, K.Will and SoYou will perform heartfelt soundtracks from popular K-dramas.
Bangkok takes the spotlight on BBC show
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 04/06/2025
» Bangkok is set to host a spectacular cultural extravaganza as BBC World Service presents "The Arts Hour On Tour", with esteemed presenter Nikki Bedi. Scheduled for June 12 at the Aksra Theatre, King Power RangNam, this event promises to delve deep into Thailand's rich cultural tapestry.
K-drama spin-off takes Thailand by storm
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 05/05/2025
» Here are the latest updates from the world of South Korean showbiz. Resident Playbook, a spin-off of the medical drama series Hospital Playlist, is currently one of top five most watched TV series on Netflix Thailand. Meanwhile, BiBi, a popular performer, will hold her first concert in Thailand.
The sounds of Kinshasa
Life, John Clewley, Published on 18/02/2025
» Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is one of Africa's centres for music. With a population estimated at 17 million, the city is a melting pot of ethnicities and cultures.
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.
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.
Blackpink shop and exhibition open at ICONSIAM
Life, Vanniya Sriangura, Published on 31/01/2023
» Calling all Blinks in Bangkok and beyond -- a Blackpink concert exhibition with pop-up shop is now on display at ICONSIAM.
Can't wait for the encore
Life, Tatat Bunnag, Published on 20/12/2022
» In 2022 the entertainment industries inched closer to pre-pandemic levels. It has also been quite an eventful year for live music, especially in Thailand, where concerts, festivals and parades of amazing international acts were marching back to the country. As the New Year is here, let's take a look back at some of the highs and lows of music happenings in the world this year, and see what are some of the interesting shows we should look forward to in 2023.