Writer: Srija Kakileti (West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) It all started when ENHYPEN announced their comeback at the Coachella stage with Can’t Touch You, But I’m Gonna Make You Mine on the screen. This announcement led to the release of their 6th mini album, Desire: Unleash. ENHYPEN is a…
Category: K-Pop
HYBE Expands Global Footprint With New Subsidiary Office in India
Writer & Editor: Pooja Vishwanathan (Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, India) HYBE enters India: A Cultural Remix Beyond K-pop What happens when one of Korea’s biggest entertainment empires sets its sights on India? The worldwide sound of K-pop is about to take a desi turn in an unexpected plot twist. In a bold and unprecedented move signaling…
K-Event Review: “Gems of Gemini” Birthday Cupsleeve for A.C.E’s Junhee and NCT’s Haechan in San Jose, California
Writers: Jes (California, USA) and Shruti Jha (Delhi, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (Delhi, India) On June 14, K-pop fans in San Jose were treated to a vibrant and heartfelt celebration at Bobaholics, as organizers Jes and Kei hosted Gems of Gemini for A.C.E.’s Park Junhee and NCT’s Lee Haechan. Park Junhee, born June 2, 1994,…
K-Song Review: “Lalalala” by Stray Kids
Writer: Bagmita Gogoi (Tinsukia, Assam, India) Editor: Prachi Vaid (New Delhi, India) Traversing through the Megaverse, the fourth-generation Rock-Stars of K-pop, Stray Kids, brought forth yet another jaw-dropping, mind-boggling, soul-crushing, and visually enticing album to end the year 2023 on a high note (literally). The lead single “Lalalala”, from their album Rock-Star, is indeed one…
K-Event Review: BTS J-HOPE’s “HOPE ON THE STAGE LIVE SCREENING REVIEW”
Writer: Neital Sharma (Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India) Editor: Divya Sonawane (Pune, Maharashtra, India) Experience the power of hope through J-Hope’s vibrant artistry and heartfelt storytelling on the big screen. GLOBAL EVENT HIGHLIGHT On May 31, 2025, BTS’s J-Hope captivated audiences worldwide with his “Hope on the Stage” concert broadcast live to cinemas across the globe, including…
All India K-Pop Contest 2025: Delhi Regionals
Writer: Bharti Ratra (Delhi, India) Editor: Ankita Panda (Kolkata, West Bengal, India) The Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI) — the cultural arm of the South Korean embassy in India— has been at the head of promoting K-pop and South Korean traditional culture, language, and art across India through various events, workshops, and film screenings. On…
K-Event Review: 2025 TRENDZ [GLOW] Tour in Paris, Europe
Writers: Riya Choudhary (Delhi, India) and Sabrina Soogrim (Paris, France) Editor: Tahoora Charfare (Fahaheel, Kuwait) The vibrant Paris treated to an unforgettable night as TRENDZ, the K-pop sensation, brought their much‑anticipated [GLOW] Europe Tour to Café de la Danse, in the heart of Paris’s 11th arrondissement, a boutique venue with an intimate vibe on June…
K-Event Review: SHINee WORLD Ⅶ [E.S.S.A.Y] Concert in KSPO DOME, Seoul
Writers: Amy (Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India) and Riya Choudhary (Delhi, India) Editor: Tahoora Charfare (Fahaheel, Kuwait) K-pop group SHINee, which shines brighter than diamonds, is celebrating its 17th debut anniversary. The group consists of five extremely talented members, Onew, Jonghyun, Key, Minho, and Taemin, who made their debut on 25th May 2008 under SM Entertainment….
5 Best Songs of The Rose You Must Know
Writer: Aanchal Tekriwal (Godda, Jharkhand, India) Editor: Arpita Jena (Baripada, Odisha, India) The Rose is a South Korean Indie Rock band of four proficiently talented members. Starting with the leader, Woosung is the lead vocalist and electric guitarist; Dojoon is the main vocalist and multi-instrumentalist; Hajoon is the drummer; lastly, the maknae Jaehyeong is the…
Economic Contributions of the Korean Entertainment and Media Industry
Writer: Diya Jain (Delhi, India) Editor: Jayati Bhardwaj (Delhi, India) The South Korean entertainment and media industry has made significant economic contributions over the years. As it has grown, it has had a strong impact on the country’s GDP, trade, and tourism. Today, South Korea has successfully broken down barriers that only a few countries…