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Global K-Wave
BTS paints London purple as SOOM sales jump 1.5 times
BTS's THE CITY project brings ARMY to London's SOOM Korean Restaurant, lifting sales 1.5 times during its Tottenham Hotspur Stadium concerts.
K-Pop
Jae-jun takes the mic as KITZ lines up three K-pop shows
In A Minute's Jae-jun hosts KITZ short-form series Deokjilantis, K-pop Focus and Balance K-pop, released weekly from the 7th to 21st.
K-Pop
I-dle turn up Latin heat on We Made before Lollapalooza main stage
I-dle unveil ninth mini album We Made and Latin pop single Gimme dat luv before their July 31 Chicago Lollapalooza main-stage set.
K-Pop
Lee Chan Won turns Good Star winnings into hope for young cancer patients
Lee Chan Won donates 700,000 won from Good Star's June prize to the Korea Pediatric Cancer Foundation, bringing his total giving to 79.41 million won.
Celebrity & Issues
Kim Namgil turns finance into a 1.4 million-view office drama
KB Kookmin Bank’s corporate finance drama starring Kim Namgil tops 1.4 million views, with Episode 2 already past 500,000.
K-Pop
Stray Kids open a surreal THIS & THAT world with Kim Seung Min's LP
Stray Kids reveal the THIS & THAT trailer, linking Kim Seung Min's LP, Yoo Byung Jae's pre-trailer cameo and their August 7 comeback.
Global K-Wave
So Ji-sub’s Agent Kim Reactivated storms back to Netflix No. 1
So Ji-sub’s SBS action drama Agent Kim Reactivated tops Netflix’s non-English TV chart with 10.5 million views and hits 21.6% in Korea.
Global K-Wave
ENHYPEN lights up Sao Paulo as 41,000 fans launch 'BLOOD SAGA'
ENHYPEN opened their first Latin American tour at Sao Paulo's Allianz Parque on July 4, marking their 100th solo concert.
Variety & TV
Kim Da Ye tackles five-language subtitles for her 5% overseas fans
Kim Da Ye shared her subtitle work for Park Soo-hong Haengbok-hae-dahong, adding five languages as Jae-yi’s YouTube audience grows abroad.
Global K-Wave
ITZY turns Bangkok into a high-voltage MIDZY reunion
ITZY bring TUNNEL VISION to Impact Arena, Bangkok on July 4 with solo stages, hits from WANNABE to LOCO, and a fan video event.
Celebrity & Issues
Han Ka-ram flips from soft white knit to all-black in new profiles
KeyEast unveiled Han Ka-ram's new SNS profile photos on July 7, showing the Vigilante and Queen Woo actress in contrasting looks.
K-Pop
RESCENE Remakes KARA's Pretty Girl Ahead of July 8 Comeback
RESCENE will release its remake single Pretty Girl at 6 PM on the 8th, following strong teaser interest and renewed attention after LOVE ATTACK. The comeback continues as member Woni's dialect controversy draws debate online.
K-Drama
Lee Jae-wook and Shin Ye-eun’s Doctor Seomboy Releases 24-Track OST, Physical Album Out July 28
ENA drama Doctor Seomboy has released its full 24-track OST, featuring six vocal songs and 18 score tracks. The physical album, including a CD, photobook and drama-themed goods, arrives on July 28.
Celebrity & Issues
Lee Jun-young Says “Not Yet” to Enlistment Billboard Ahead of July 21 Training Center Entry
Lee Jun-young responded wittily to a fan billboard calling him “Private Lee Jun-young” before his July 21 enlistment. The actor, who recently wrapped JTBC’s New Recruit Chairman Kang, will also appear on You Quiz on the Block before beginning service.
Celebrity & Issues
Park Sung-yeon Signs Exclusive Contract with Lead Entertainment
Actor Park Sung-yeon has signed an exclusive contract with Lead Entertainment. She joins a roster that includes Han Jae-yi, Lee Sang-woon, Kim Cheol-yoon and other actors.
Celebrity & Issues
IVE's Gaeul Shares Comfort Through Books: 'Don't Stay in Difficult Times'
IVE member Gaeul is connecting with fans through reading content on her YouTube channel, Gaeul's Temperature. She was also selected as a partner for the 2026 Reading Korea campaign as IVE continues its world tour.
K-Drama
Song Kang Plays Genius Pianist Kang Bio in tvN Drama Four Hands
Song Kang returns in tvN's new weekend drama Four Hands as Kang Bio, a 17-year-old piano prodigy driven by relentless practice and a hunger for his grandfather's approval. The 12-episode series premieres August 29 at 9:10 p.m.
K-Drama
Park Jin-hee and Nam Sang-ji’s Pearl in Red returns to five-night schedule July 6
KBS2 daily drama Pearl in Red resumes its Monday-Friday 7:50 p.m. slot from July 6 after Friday preemptions. Episode 78 brings the truth from 30 years ago to the surface, shaking Park Min-jun, Kim Dan-hee and Chloe’s relationships.
K-Pop
Sunmi Sets July 15 Comeback With New Album Forever July
Sunmi will release her new album Forever July on July 15 at 6 PM, about eight months after HEART MAID. Abyss Company unveiled a title poster showing the singer’s summer-toned comeback concept.
K-Pop
i-dle Returns With 'Gimme Dat Love' Ahead of Lollapalooza Chicago Stage
i-dle releases its ninth mini album 'We made' about six months after 'Mono (Feat. skaiwater).' The group will continue its world tour momentum with a Lollapalooza performance in Chicago on the 31st.
K-Pop
XLOV Reveals BAZAAR China Photoshoot Ahead of July Seoul Shows
Genderless, gender-free idol group XLOV has unveiled a BAZAAR China photoshoot. The group will meet fans in Seoul on July 18 and 19 as part of its 2026 Asia Tour.
Global K-Wave
(G)I-DLE Tops YouTube Music Video Trending Worldwide With 'Gimme Dat Love,' Enters Charts in 34 Countries
(G)I-DLE’s 9th mini album 'We made' is performing across Korean and global charts, led by the title track 'Gimme Dat Love.' The release also topped Bugs and Melon charts while entering iTunes charts in 21 countries and regions.
Global K-Wave
Jennie Headlines Roskilde and Open’er Festivals, Leads ‘like JENNIE’ Sing-Along
Jennie became the first K-pop artist to headline two major European festivals in succession, performing at Roskilde Festival in Denmark and Open’er Festival in Poland. Her Ray-Ban pop-up in Seongsu runs through the 16th.
K-Pop
Park Jae-jung Sets First Post-Military Concert With 120-Minute Small-Theater Show
Park Jae-jung will return to the stage with the mini concert 'Dialogue' at XSCALA in Seoul on the 26th. The 120-minute show will focus on piano, vocals and fan-requested songs.
BTS paints London purple as SOOM sales jump 1.5 times
BTS's THE CITY project brings ARMY to London's SOOM Korean Restaurant, lifting sales 1.5 times during its Tottenham Hotspur Stadium concerts.
Jae-jun takes the mic as KITZ lines up three K-pop shows
In A Minute's Jae-jun hosts KITZ short-form series Deokjilantis, K-pop Focus and Balance K-pop, released weekly from the 7th to 21st.
I-dle turn up Latin heat on We Made before Lollapalooza main stage
I-dle unveil ninth mini album We Made and Latin pop single Gimme dat luv before their July 31 Chicago Lollapalooza main-stage set.
Lee Chan Won turns Good Star winnings into hope for young cancer patients
Lee Chan Won donates 700,000 won from Good Star's June prize to the Korea Pediatric Cancer Foundation, bringing his total giving to 79.41 million won.
Kim Namgil turns finance into a 1.4 million-view office drama
KB Kookmin Bank’s corporate finance drama starring Kim Namgil tops 1.4 million views, with Episode 2 already past 500,000.
Stray Kids open a surreal THIS & THAT world with Kim Seung Min's LP
Stray Kids reveal the THIS & THAT trailer, linking Kim Seung Min's LP, Yoo Byung Jae's pre-trailer cameo and their August 7 comeback.
So Ji-sub’s Agent Kim Reactivated storms back to Netflix No. 1
So Ji-sub’s SBS action drama Agent Kim Reactivated tops Netflix’s non-English TV chart with 10.5 million views and hits 21.6% in Korea.
ENHYPEN lights up Sao Paulo as 41,000 fans launch 'BLOOD SAGA'
ENHYPEN opened their first Latin American tour at Sao Paulo's Allianz Parque on July 4, marking their 100th solo concert.
Kim Da Ye tackles five-language subtitles for her 5% overseas fans
Kim Da Ye shared her subtitle work for Park Soo-hong Haengbok-hae-dahong, adding five languages as Jae-yi’s YouTube audience grows abroad.
ITZY turns Bangkok into a high-voltage MIDZY reunion
ITZY bring TUNNEL VISION to Impact Arena, Bangkok on July 4 with solo stages, hits from WANNABE to LOCO, and a fan video event.
Han Ka-ram flips from soft white knit to all-black in new profiles
KeyEast unveiled Han Ka-ram's new SNS profile photos on July 7, showing the Vigilante and Queen Woo actress in contrasting looks.
RESCENE Remakes KARA's Pretty Girl Ahead of July 8 Comeback
RESCENE will release its remake single Pretty Girl at 6 PM on the 8th, following strong teaser interest and renewed attention after LOVE ATTACK. The comeback continues as member Woni's dialect controversy draws debate online.
Lee Jae-wook and Shin Ye-eun’s Doctor Seomboy Releases 24-Track OST, Physical Album Out July 28
ENA drama Doctor Seomboy has released its full 24-track OST, featuring six vocal songs and 18 score tracks. The physical album, including a CD, photobook and drama-themed goods, arrives on July 28.
Lee Jun-young Says “Not Yet” to Enlistment Billboard Ahead of July 21 Training Center Entry
Lee Jun-young responded wittily to a fan billboard calling him “Private Lee Jun-young” before his July 21 enlistment. The actor, who recently wrapped JTBC’s New Recruit Chairman Kang, will also appear on You Quiz on the Block before beginning service.
Park Sung-yeon Signs Exclusive Contract with Lead Entertainment
Actor Park Sung-yeon has signed an exclusive contract with Lead Entertainment. She joins a roster that includes Han Jae-yi, Lee Sang-woon, Kim Cheol-yoon and other actors.
IVE's Gaeul Shares Comfort Through Books: 'Don't Stay in Difficult Times'
IVE member Gaeul is connecting with fans through reading content on her YouTube channel, Gaeul's Temperature. She was also selected as a partner for the 2026 Reading Korea campaign as IVE continues its world tour.
Song Kang Plays Genius Pianist Kang Bio in tvN Drama Four Hands
Song Kang returns in tvN's new weekend drama Four Hands as Kang Bio, a 17-year-old piano prodigy driven by relentless practice and a hunger for his grandfather's approval. The 12-episode series premieres August 29 at 9:10 p.m.
Park Jin-hee and Nam Sang-ji’s Pearl in Red returns to five-night schedule July 6
KBS2 daily drama Pearl in Red resumes its Monday-Friday 7:50 p.m. slot from July 6 after Friday preemptions. Episode 78 brings the truth from 30 years ago to the surface, shaking Park Min-jun, Kim Dan-hee and Chloe’s relationships.
Sunmi Sets July 15 Comeback With New Album Forever July
Sunmi will release her new album Forever July on July 15 at 6 PM, about eight months after HEART MAID. Abyss Company unveiled a title poster showing the singer’s summer-toned comeback concept.
i-dle Returns With 'Gimme Dat Love' Ahead of Lollapalooza Chicago Stage
i-dle releases its ninth mini album 'We made' about six months after 'Mono (Feat. skaiwater).' The group will continue its world tour momentum with a Lollapalooza performance in Chicago on the 31st.
XLOV Reveals BAZAAR China Photoshoot Ahead of July Seoul Shows
Genderless, gender-free idol group XLOV has unveiled a BAZAAR China photoshoot. The group will meet fans in Seoul on July 18 and 19 as part of its 2026 Asia Tour.
(G)I-DLE Tops YouTube Music Video Trending Worldwide With 'Gimme Dat Love,' Enters Charts in 34 Countries
(G)I-DLE’s 9th mini album 'We made' is performing across Korean and global charts, led by the title track 'Gimme Dat Love.' The release also topped Bugs and Melon charts while entering iTunes charts in 21 countries and regions.
Jennie Headlines Roskilde and Open’er Festivals, Leads ‘like JENNIE’ Sing-Along
Jennie became the first K-pop artist to headline two major European festivals in succession, performing at Roskilde Festival in Denmark and Open’er Festival in Poland. Her Ray-Ban pop-up in Seongsu runs through the 16th.
Park Jae-jung Sets First Post-Military Concert With 120-Minute Small-Theater Show
Park Jae-jung will return to the stage with the mini concert 'Dialogue' at XSCALA in Seoul on the 26th. The 120-minute show will focus on piano, vocals and fan-requested songs.