ADOR announced its first standalone Korea-only audition on July 24, with Seoul opening the seven-city search on August 1. Male applicants born in 2007 or later can pre-register across singing, dance, rap, or acting.
BTS’ Jungkook leads the latest K-Brand Index after 423,183,352 online records were analyzed for June. The ranking also places G-Dragon, Karina, Jennie, and V in the top 10.
Cha Eun-woo’s rare military update shows him in a white hanbok after a Ministry of National Defense music event. The July photos have drawn attention to his broader-looking frame and service timeline.
ARTMS released “Born Stunner” on July 24 as the pre-release title track for Hyper-Ego, arriving with a hyper-real MV and tougher sonic direction. The album follows August 7, with U.S. promotions and a Seoul tour next.
NewJeans marked its fourth anniversary with a 59-second film featuring Minji, Hanni, Haerin, and Hyein. Danielle’s same-day message adds emotion as ADOR says future activities remain undecided.
LE SSERAFIM’s Chaewon reportedly paused before speaking on Weverse Live, giving viewers watching an ad time to join. The fan-circulated claim remains unverified.
PSY’s “Gangnam Style” has reached 6 billion YouTube views, nearly 14 years after its release. The record highlights the video’s lasting role in K-pop’s global rise.
SEVENTEEN’s Dino has revealed seven tracks for Picheolin’s first mini album, Gilboard, due August 3. Hitchhiker, BUMZU, and a Dino feature deepen the alter ego’s playful setup.
HYBE’s new girl group TUIDE will debut under ABD in fall 2026, after unveiling their name, lineup and wave themed logo on July 20. Fans are already discussing the multinational members, Jihyo’s sister Seoyeon and the private Instagram strategy shaping their rookie era.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie just unveiled her self directed Less Than A Lover teaser at midnight KST, turning a live favorite into her next solo focus. With festival buzz, full creative credits, and no release date yet, BLINKs are calling it a real reset.
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