K-POP
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Ma Dong-seok to hold belated wedding ceremony next month
SEOUL, April 09 (AJU PRESS) - Actor Ma Dong-seok (53) will have his belated wedding ceremony in Seoul next month after three years of marriage. Their management agency announced Wednesday that Ma and his wife and model Ye Jung-hwa (36) will hold their private wedding ceremony in May with only close friends and relatives in attendance. The two became a public item after their relationship was revealed in 2016 and later confirmed that they registered their marriage without a big cel
April 9, 2024 -
Le Sserafim will promote NBA events in Asia-Pacific region
SEOUL, April 05 (AJU PRESS) - Girl band Le Sserafim will work with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to promote various NBA events in the Asia-Pacific region. The five-member band will attend NBA games and share related content on social media. NBA said on Friday that the band has been selected as the "Friends of the NBA." "We are thrilled to work with Le Sserafim, a group that embodies youth, dynamism and a genuine passion for the NBA," said NBA'
April 5, 2024 -
Virtual artist 'iaaa' to release debut song 'Our Season'
SEOUL, April 05 (AJU PRESS) - iaaa, a virtual artist created by South Korean content startup Studio Meta-K, will drop her debut song "Our Season." Through the digital single, the 21-year-old virtual human will portray the innocence of first love, along with the nostalgic memories of spring between two people. The 173-centimeter (68-inch)-tall digital human is a member of Studio Meta-K's virtual artist group "Season." iaaa made her debut in February 2024 as
April 5, 2024 -
Korea's iconic percussion show 'Nanta' to take place in Africa's largest cultural event
SEOUL, April 04 (AJU PRESS) - The state-run Korea Foundation will hold the iconic Korean percussion show "Nanta" in Côte d'Ivoire. The performance will be featured at the Marche des Arts du Spectacle d'Abidjan (MASA), the largest cultural event in Africa, where South Korea will be showcased as this year's special guest nation. Nanta is a non-verbal theatrical performance combining percussion and comedic elements. It features lively performances and a un
April 4, 2024 -
Koreans bid farewell to Fu Bao, symbol of friendship with China
SEOUL, April 03 (AJU PRESS) - Despite rains on Wednesday, about 6,000 people gathered at South Korea's iconic theme park, Everland, to bid farewell to the celebrity Chinese panda, Fu Bao. Although she was cherished in South Korea, Fu Bao must return to China to find a male partner. The three-year-old panda was sent to South Korea by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2016 as a gesture of friendship and has spent 1,354 days at Everland. Thanks to the popularity of videos showcasing h
April 3, 2024 -
BTS Jungkook's 'Golden' named on Billboard's top 200 albums chart for 21 consecutive weeks
SEOUL, April 03 (AJU PRESS) - BTS member Jungkook's very first album, "Golden," has been listed on Billboard's top 200 popular albums chart for 21 consecutive weeks. The album was released in November 2023, before the 26-year-old artist began his compulsory military service. Billboard's chart released on April 2 showed that Golden ranked 131st on the Billboard 200 chart. The album, comprised of 11 English songs, depicts the story of Jungkook's journey to
April 3, 2024 -
NewJeans wins best K-pop rookie award in US
SEOUL, April 02 (AJU PRESS) - Girl band NewJeans received an award from a U.S. radio streaming network on Monday for their recognition in the U.S. The awards event, run by New York-based radio streaming platform "iHeartRadio," is designed to celebrate artists and songs that dominate its airwaves and apps each year. According to the group's agency, NewJeans received the "Best New Artist (K-Pop)" award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards held in Los Angeles. &quo
April 2, 2024 -
Le Sserafim's "Easy" named on Billboard's top 200 popular albums chart for four consecutive weeks
SEOUL, March 27 (AJU PRESS) -- Le Sserafim's "Easy" has been named on Billboard's top 200 popular albums chart for four consecutive weeks. The album, containing five songs, depicts the story of the five-member band's concerns and fears that hide behind its confident demeanor. Billboard's chart released on March 30 showed that Easy ranked 112th on the Billboard 200 chart. The music video of its title track, "Easy," currently has garnered over 70
March 27, 2024 -
Occult thriller film 'Exhuma' attracts more than 10 mln moviegoers in 35 days of release
SEOUL, March 25 (AJU PRESS) -- "Exhuma," director Jang Jae-hyun's latest occult thriller film, has mesmerized audiences nationwide, crossing the 10 million viewer milestone in just 35 days since its release on February 22. The story follows the tale of shamans and geomancers entangled in a terrifying situation after disturbing an ancient grave. Since its silver screen debut, "Exhuma" has garnered widespread attention, captivating audiences with its chilling
March 25, 2024 -
Britain's deputy prime minister explores K-pop scene at SM Entertainment headquarters
SEOUL, Mar. 20 (AJU PRESS) -- Britain's deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden has visited the headquarters of South Korea's entertainment giant, SM Entertainment, and delved into learning about the country's music industry. During his tour, Dowden expressed his excitement towards SM's collaboration with Moon & Back, a London-based entertainment company, to create a new boy band. In November 2023, SM agreed to provide its know-how in music production to form the b
March 20, 2024
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PHOTOS: Korean activists rally for LGBTQ rights on key commemoration day
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Imported electric vehicle registrations surge 150% this year
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Protecting wetlands crucial for migratory birds: New Zealand envoy
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Seafood meal kits gain limelight at industry fair as Korean food makers target ready-to-eat market
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PHOTOS: Seoul Int'l Garden Show underway at Han River park
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Korean Air Force embraces memes, defying military stereotypes
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Korean spicy sauces gain global popularity
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Culture minister advocates for Hangeul signboard at Seoul's iconic gate of royal palace
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HYBE chairman ranks sixth among Korean business leaders in stock assets
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More people fall victim to dating violence in Korea