Shrishti Kalwar, Mumbai, Maharashtra With the smashing English single, a ubiquitous megahit “Butter”, BTS has achieved an unprecedented feat for a K-pop act. Since its release on 21st May 2021, the single has been one of the hottest summer songs. Picture Credits: Wikimedia Before starting, I suggest you have some cold water beside you because…
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K-Song Review: Kiss and Make Up by BLACKPINK and Dua Lipa
Riya Rawat, Noida, Uttar Pradesh Kiss and Make Up is a song by English singer Dua Lipa and South Korean girl group BLACKPINK. Written by Dua Lipa, it was released on 19 October 2018 through Warner Bros. Records. It was included on the set list of Blackpink’s In Your Area World Tour (2018–2020). The Korean group received worldwide appreciation for their…
Iconic K-Pop Fashion Concepts
Diya Nair, Kochi, Kerala Every time our favorite group makes a comeback; along with great music, fancy music videos and dope choreography we also get a new concept and a plethora of new outfits and new fashion trends that impact whole of industry—whether it be SHINee’s coloured wide leg jeans with puddle hems or even…
K-Album Review: Season Songs by ATEEZ and Kim Jong-kook
Ankita Panda, Kolkata, West Bengal ATEEZ (에이티즈) is a South Korean boy group formed by KQ Entertainment and debuted on October 24, 2018. The group consists of eight members, namely, Hongjoong, Seonghwa, Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung and Jongho, and are famously known as “Global Performance Idols” by the Korean media. After releasing various successful…
K-Song Review: My Universe by Coldplay and BTS
Aanchal Yadav, Delhi Reminiscing the most startling highlights when Coldplay and BTS decided to drop a song they had collaborated on by the name ‘My Universe’. The Official Lyric Video was released on September 24, 2021, and the Official Music Video premiered on September 30, 2021. The song is produced by the Swedish record producer…
K-Song Review: IU’s “Celebrity”
Biti Sophia Soren, New Delhi “Celebrity” is a digital single by South Korean singer-songwriter Lee Ji-eun, more famously known as IU. It was released on 27 January 2021 as a pre-release single for her fifth full-length album called ‘Lilac’. It’s a cheerful pop sound with an energetic vibe. It’s a genre of music that IU…
My Concert Experience: BLACKPINK Born Pink World Tour in Abu Dhabi
Jasmine Khan, Dubai My long-time wish to attend a BLACKPINK concert and witness Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa perform live on stage came true with their Born Pink World Tour announcement post their long-awaited album release titled, “Born Pink.” As soon as I got to know, Abu Dhabi, is one of the venue destinations, I…
WE ARE ONE EXO!!!
Preeti Patil, Mumbai, Maharashtra Debuted under SM Entertainment in 2012, a major turning point in the K-pop industry; EXO influenced and succoured fans all over the world. It was the first-ever group to introduce Chinese members in it. The group was initially of 12 members (SUHO, BAEKHYUN, Chanyeol, D.O., KAI, SEHUN, Kris Wu, LAY, Lu…
Korean Entertainment Company Cafeterias and Cafés
Abhilasha Rawat, Pune, Maharashtra Ever wondered what idols and trainees eat while signed by an entertainment company? Do they eat instant food, Korean food or continental food? In recent years many entertainment companies have opened their cafeteria and café! While many are exclusive to artists, trainees and staff, some are open to the public to…
SUPER JUNIOR: THE LAST MAN STANDING Documentary Review
Ashley Kumar, New Delhi Injuries. Accidents. Contract. Leaving Members. Hiatus. Do these terms sound familiar? Yep, anyone who loves K-pop would definitely know what they mean. And if we were to talk about these terms specifically, one group, in particular, comes to mind that endured it all. They are none other than the Hallyu Kings,…