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The highly anticipated return of K-pop sensation RIIZE is officially on the horizon, as the group has unveiled the first wave of details for their upcoming second mini-album, titled "II." On May 22, the seven-member boy band, known for their distinct "emotional pop" genre and captivating performances, released a striking cover image and a comprehensive ... Read more

The K-pop world finds itself once again at the nexus of cultural sensitivity and fan responsibility following a recent incident involving Eunseok, a member of the popular boy group RIIZE. What began as a seemingly innocuous Children’s Day post featuring childhood photos quickly escalated into a significant controversy after Eunseok used a derogatory term in ... Read more

Eunseok, a prominent member of the South Korean boy group RIIZE, has issued a direct and formal apology following a social media controversy involving the use of a derogatory term. The incident, which unfolded during the celebration of Children’s Day in South Korea, saw the idol utilize a word historically associated with racial insensitivity, prompting ... Read more

The burgeoning K-pop sensation RIIZE is poised to ignite the music scene once again, with their agency SM Entertainment officially confirming the release of their second mini-album on June 15. This announcement arrives approximately seven months after the group’s impactful debut with their single album "RIIZE ‘Get A Guitar’" in September 2023, and their subsequent ... Read more

The controversy began during the group’s introductory segment at the event. As the camera performed individual close-ups of the six members—Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee, and Anton—the high-definition broadcast highlighted styling choices that many viewers deemed unflattering and unprofessional. Fans quickly took to social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter) and the Korean community forum ... Read more