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Culture
South Korea Abolishes Celebrity Recruit Unit Following Misconduct Scandal Involving Se7en and Sangchu
The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has officially announced the dissolution of the "celebrity recruit" system, a specialized unit within the Defense Media Agency, following a high-profile scandal involving prominent K-pop stars Choi Dong-wook (known as Se7en) and Lee Sang-chul (known as Sangchu of the duo Mighty Mouth). The decision follows an intense investigation ... Read more
June 7, 2026
Music Reviews
SEVENTEEN’s Vernon and The8 Announce Debut of New Unit V8 with Album Release and Concerts
The highly anticipated debut of SEVENTEEN members Vernon and The8 as a new unit, V8, has been officially confirmed by PLEDIS Entertainment. The powerhouse agency revealed on May 28 that V8 will be launching their musical journey with their first album on June 29, marking a significant new chapter for the dynamic duo and the ... Read more
May 28, 2026
Music Reviews
HYBE Launches New Girl Group Label "ABD" to Debut New Unit in Late 2026
Global entertainment powerhouse HYBE Corporation has officially announced the establishment of a brand-new label, "ABD," dedicated to the specialized production of girl groups. This strategic move signals HYBE’s intent to further diversify its expansive multi-label portfolio and tap into new creative territories within the K-pop landscape. The company confirmed that ABD is actively preparing to ... Read more
May 8, 2026
Culture
OnlyOneOf Sub-Unit QQQ Sparks Debate Over Gender-Fluid Styling During Japan Fansign Event
The South Korean music industry is once again navigating the complex intersection of artistic expression and fan expectations following a recent event involving the project group QQQ. The three-member unit, which operates as a sub-group of the established boy band OnlyOneOf, has become the focal point of a heated online discourse after photos from a ... Read more
April 26, 2026
Music Reviews
Leeteuk and Heechul Confirmed to Debut in New Unit SUPER JUNIOR-83z, Announce Stops for 2026 Fan-Con Tour "1983"
Seoul, South Korea – April 13, 2026 – The veteran K-pop group SUPER JUNIOR is set to expand its diverse discography and performance portfolio with the official debut of a new unit, SUPER JUNIOR-83z. Comprising two of its most prominent members, Leeteuk and Heechul, the unit announced its formation and an ambitious 2026 fan-convention tour ... Read more
April 13, 2026