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Kakao Entertainment to Target Global Market with Spectacular Well-Made Lineup by 2025
20Feb By No Comments
Artists, K-pop

Kakao Entertainment to Target Global Market with Spectacular Well-Made Lineup by 2025

Photo provided by Netflix, by POM Studio, NEW. Kakao Entertainment has announced its plan to target the global market with a dazzling well-made lineup by 2025. This lineup includes various works utilizing super IP originals and global star actors, along with an IP crossover project producing webtoons into dramas. Scheduled works such as "Bani and the Boys," "Fateful Love," and "Between Secrets" are generating high expectations with the participation of popular actors like IU, Lee Byung-hun, and Park Bo-gum. Furthermore, movies like "The Black Nuns," "Broken," and "Showdown" are attracting significant attention and revitalizing the theaters. Kakao Entertainment's variety shows "Try Try" and "Single But Ready to Mingle" are also garnering anticipation from many viewers. Through these divers...
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Netmarble’s MMORPG ‘Raven 2’ to hold ‘Spec Up Event’ in celebration of 100 days since global launch
20Feb By No Comments
Events, K-pop

Netmarble’s MMORPG ‘Raven 2’ to hold ‘Spec Up Event’ in celebration of 100 days since global launch

Netmarble Netmarble is holding a "Spec Up Event" to celebrate the 100th day of the global launch of the MMORPG "Raven 2." The event consists of a "Season Pass" and a "Global 100-Day Special Attendance" to assist in character growth. In addition, additional content updates and coupon events are scheduled, expected to receive high user engagement. "Raven 2" offers various content based on the "Raven" universe and has garnered significant interest from users both domestically and internationally.
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BTS’s Jimin’s ‘Who’ Rises Again on the Official UK Singles Chart!
19Feb By No Comments
Artists, K-pop

BTS’s Jimin’s ‘Who’ Rises Again on the Official UK Singles Chart!

Big Hit Music BTS member Jimin's solo 2nd album 'MUSE' title track 'Who' is experiencing a resurgence on the UK Official Singles Chart. This marks the 7th resurgence since the song entered the chart. Furthermore, BTS members' solo activities are gaining recognition, with high rankings on global music streaming charts. This success not only impacts BTS's group activities but also positively influences the members' solo endeavors, garnering steady love from fans. Big Hit Music Big Hit Music
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BTS’s Jimin’s ‘Who’ climbs back up the UK Official Singles Chart!
19Feb By adminNo Comments
K-pop, Music

BTS’s Jimin’s ‘Who’ climbs back up the UK Official Singles Chart!

BTS member Jimin's solo 2nd album 'MUSE' title track 'Who' has made a resurgence on the UK Official Singles Chart. This marks the 7th resurgence for 'Who' since last July, gaining attention by climbing the ranks in both audio streaming and single streaming categories. Additionally, solo albums and duets by BTS members are also performing well on global music charts. Their anthology albums and repackaged albums are consistently entering the charts as well.
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“‘Funny Boy Next Door 3’ Wraps Up, Capturing Laughter and Healing in One”
19Feb By No Comments
Artists, K-pop

“‘Funny Boy Next Door 3’ Wraps Up, Capturing Laughter and Healing in One”

Photo source: KOZ Entertainment Boy Next Door successfully wrapped up their reality content 'Fun Boy Next 3,' which combines laughter and healing. The members provided joy through various missions and games during their 1 night 2 days trip to Chuncheon, gaining new energy through the journey. Additionally, they are gaining popularity with their recent digital single 'Today Only I LOVE YOU' and are engaging with fans through their first solo tour. Interest in Boy Next Door's positive activities and popularity is expected to continue.
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ENHYPEN’s second full-length album ranks highest among K-pop albums on the IFPI 2024 Album Chart.
19Feb By No Comments
Artists, K-pop

ENHYPEN’s second full-length album ranks highest among K-pop albums on the IFPI 2024 Album Chart.

International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) ENHYPEN has achieved the highest ranking for K-pop on IFPI's 2024 album chart. Their second full-length album, 'ROMANCE: UNTOLD,' secured the 2nd and 4th positions on the Global Album Sales Chart and the Global Album Chart, respectively, marking the highest achievement among K-pop artists. Following closely behind American pop star Taylor Swift in sales figures, ENHYPEN's growth trajectory is evident. IFPI, a leading organization in the global music industry, annually releases rankings of global artists, albums, singles, and more. ENHYPEN has claimed the 14th spot in this latest ranking. International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI)
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ENHYPEN’s second full-length album reaches the highest ranking on the K-pop chart of the IFPI 2024 album chart.
19Feb By adminNo Comments
K-pop, Music

ENHYPEN’s second full-length album reaches the highest ranking on the K-pop chart of the IFPI 2024 album chart.

According to the Global Music Industry Association (IFPI)'s 2024 Album Chart, ENHYPEN's second full-length album 'ROMANCE : UNTOLD' achieved the highest ranking among K-pop artists. This album secured the 2nd place on the 'Global Album Sales Chart 2024' and the 4th place on the 'Global Album Chart 2024', demonstrating remarkable success. ENHYPEN thus recorded the second highest sales volume following American pop star Taylor Swift, and also rose to the 14th place on the IFPI '2024 Global Artist Chart'. These achievements are based on the combined results of physical album sales, digital music downloads, audio and video streaming figures worldwide, with IFPI having over 8,000 member record companies annually.
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Fantasy Boys, Japanese Concert Tickets to Go on Sale on the 18th
19Feb By No Comments
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Fantasy Boys, Japanese Concert Tickets to Go on Sale on the 18th

Pocketdol Studio K-pop group Fantasy Boys has announced their upcoming Japan schedule for March. The Japan tour will take place on March 7 in Osaka and March 9 in Tokyo, with pre-sale tickets for fan club members successfully concluded. Due to high interest in the Japan concerts, general ticket sales will open on the 18th. It is anticipated that the concert will be successfully carried out through communication with Fantasy Boys' Japanese fans.
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Fantasy Boys, tickets for Japan concert on the 18th are now available. Note: Please use the commonly used spelling in the target language for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.
19Feb By adminNo Comments
K-pop, Music

Fantasy Boys, tickets for Japan concert on the 18th are now available. Note: Please use the commonly used spelling in the target language for K-POP artist names, group names, album titles, etc.

The group Fantasy Boys will hold their Japan tour in Osaka and Tokyo in March. This concert will take place twice in Osaka at Zepp Osaka Bayside on March 7th and twice in Tokyo at Zepp DiverCity Tokyo on March 9th. The pre-sale for fan club members has successfully concluded, and general ticket sales will open on the 18th.
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“Boy Next Door” becomes the first recipient of this year’s Melon Weekly Popularity Award!
19Feb By No Comments
Artists, K-pop

“Boy Next Door” becomes the first recipient of this year’s Melon Weekly Popularity Award!

Photo provided by Kakao Entertainment. Boy Next Door has achieved an honorary graduation by winning the 'Melon Weekly Popularity Award' for four consecutive weeks. Their latest song, 'Today Only I LOVE YOU,' is gaining high popularity and has set a record as a million-seller, receiving recognition in the global market not only in South Korea but also in Japan. Boy Next Door is solidifying their position as a leading figure in the next generation of K-pop, receiving fervent love and support from fans. Expectations for the future are on the rise.
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