KPop Demon Hunters Sequel Targeted for 2029 Release; Short Film Production Also Under Consideration
Production of a sequel to Netflix’s animated series *KPop Demon Hunters* has been officially confirmed. According to U.S.…
K-POP Idol Labor Union Set to Launch Soon This Year, With Around 10 Artists Including Ailee Joining
The “Idol Labor Union,” aimed at protecting the rights of K-POP idols and other popular culture artists, is expected to be established within the current year.…
IVE’s “XOXZ” Named Billboard’s “Best K-Pop Song of 2025,” Further Solidifying Their Status as Global Superstars
The K-pop powerhouse group IVE — consisting of Yujin, Gaeul, Lay, Wonyoung, Hyunji, Hana, Mijoo, Fei, Nine, Jinhwa, and Liz — continues to strengthen its dominance in the global music market.…
From British Royal Knighthood Ceremonies to the London Film Festival... The Global K-Pop Boom Powered by “Golden”
K-Pop’s global influence is being visibly recognized by the British royal family and across Europe. When Britain’s legendary footballer David Beckham received his knighthood in front of King Charles III, the royal orches…
Tencent Music’s Stock Surges by 200%, Strengthening K-pop Partnerships to Dominate Chinese Market
Tencent Music, China’s largest music streaming platform, has drawn significant market attention as its stock price rose by more than 200% this year.…
NewJeans Decides to Return to ADOR Despite Losing Lawsuit...Set to Restart Amid Concerns Over “Destroyed Trust”
NewJeans has chosen to return to their agency even after losing the legal dispute against ADOR. This decision comes one year after they announced the termination of their exclusive contract in November last year, drawing…
Netflix and Sony Sign Deal to Produce Sequel to “K-pop Demon Hunters,” Targeting Release in 2029
Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have entered into a production agreement for a sequel to the highly successful animated film “K-pop Demon Hunters.” from U.S.…
First K-pop Idol Union Set to Launch by End of Year to Eliminate Overwork and Online Abuse
The South Korean entertainment industry is undergoing a major transformation. K-pop idols are pushing for the establishment of the country’s first idol labor union, taking concrete action to protect themselves from overw…
Netflix and Sony Pictures to Release Sequel to “KPop Demon Hunters” in 2029
Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have entered into a contract with the original production team to develop a sequel to the popular animated series “KPop Demon Hunters.” The sequel is scheduled for release in 2029.…
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Hanam City Announces Winners of ‘K-POP Dance Challenge,’ with Elementary School Team ‘Twinkle’ Claiming Top Prize
The winners of Hanam City’s ‘K-POP Dance Challenge’ have been revealed. This challenge was organized to promote K-POP culture and encourage public participation, receiving strong support from the local community.…
K-POP Draws Global Attention in 2025 Search Trends with Film “HotKPOP Demon Hunters”
According to Google’s 2025 annual search statistics, K-POP-related content ranked among the top search terms in the United States.…
Netflix’s Most Popular Series Ever, “KPop Demon Hunters,” Exceeds 300 Million Views and Reshapes the K-Pop Industry
Netflix’s animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” has become the platform’s most popular title in history. Released in June, the film has now surpassed 300 million views and set a new record for the highest number of views on…
Netflix’s “KPop Demon Hunters” to Hold First Official Pop-Up in Seoul in December, with Asia Tour to Follow
The first official pop-up for Netflix’s animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” will take place in Seoul in December.…
Netflix and Sony Pictures Confirm Release of “KPop Demon Hunters” Sequel in 2029
Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation have officially confirmed the production of a sequel to the animated film “KPop Demon Hunters.” The sequel is scheduled for release in 2029, though this date may change depending on th…
K-Pop Planet Calls Out Inadequate Low-Carbon Concert Practices in Korea’s K-POP Industry... “Environmental Responsibility Must Match Global Influence”
K-Pop fan climate action platform “K-Pop Planet” released a report titled “Low-Carbon Concerts: A New Stage to Save K-Pop,” urging greater environmental responsibility within the K-POP industry.…
BLACKPINK’s Jennie Returns to Variety Shows After 6 Months as Special Guest on Tving’s “Hwansung Yeonae 4”
BLACKPINK’s Jennie is making a surprise return to variety shows after approximately 6 months by appearing as a special guest on Tving’s original variety program “Hwansung Yeonae 4.” On the 26th, Tving officially confirme…
JYP’s NEXZ Logo Wins Main Prize at One of the World’s Top Three Design Awards, Red Dot
JYP Entertainment’s boy group NEXZ has received recognition at a globally renowned design award. On the 13th, JYP announced that NEXZ’s official logo won the main prize in the Brand Design & Identity category at the Red…
Netflix Anime “KPop Demon Hunters” Expands Its IP Through Themed Zones, Fashion, and Lightstick Events
Even after becoming Netflix’s most-watched series, “KPop Demon Hunters” continues to set new records and pursue extensive IP expansion.…
IVE Takes First Place on Hanteo Chart’s November 2nd Week World Chart
The group IVE ranked first in the World Chart section of Hanteo Chart’s weekly chart for the November 2nd week. According to results released by Hanteo Chart, the world’s only real-time music chart, on the 10th, IVE secu…
K-pop’s Global Influence Grows Further as Lee Soo-man Enters Asian Hall of Fame and Blue Elephant Expands into the U.S.
K-pop’s global influence is continuing to strengthen significantly. Lee Soo-man, the founder of SM Entertainment and regarded as the architect of the K-pop industry, will be inducted into the Asian Hall of Fame.…
'KPop Demon Hunters' Sets Netflix Record for Highest Viewership Ever, Dominates Music Charts
넷플릭스 애니메이션 '케이팝 데몬 헌터스'가 누적 3억 조회수를 돌파하고 영국 오피셜 싱글 1위, 빌보드 OST 4주 연속 2위 등 글로벌 차트에서 돌풍을 일으키고 있다.
HYBE Records Highest Quarterly Revenue Ever at 727.2 Billion Won in Q3, Despite 42.2 Billion Won Operating Loss
HYBE reported the highest quarterly revenue in its history at 727.2 billion won for the third quarter of 2025, though it also announced an operating loss of 42.2 billion won.…
K-POP’s Global Expansion Accelerates as BLUE ELEPHANT Plans U.S. Entry and Returns to Chinese Market
K-POP culture’s global influence is expanding across various sectors of the industry. BLUE ELEPHANT, a fashion brand that has benefited from the popularity of K-POP idols, has announced its plans to enter the U.S.…
aespa Intensifies Legal Action Against Malicious Comments; SM Enters Action to Protect Winter, Confirms Dome Tour in Japan Next Year
SM Entertainment has taken firm legal action against malicious posts targeting aespa’s Winter. On the 10th, the company issued a statement through the “KWANGYA 119” channel designed for reporting such posts.…
Korea-China Content Exchange Agreement Boosts K-pop’s Return to Chinese Market
Korea and China have signed an official content exchange agreement, significantly increasing the likelihood of K-pop making a comeback in the Chinese market.…