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K-pop sensation  ENHYPEN  has made history by winning their fifth consecutive Worldwide Fans' Choice Top 10 Bonsang at the 2025 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) in Hong Kong on Friday, November 28, 2025. The ceremony is proceeding as planned, with a moment of silence observed and donations committed to victims of a recent local fire tragedy, while maintaining a restrained production out of respect. The award, which is determined by fan votes, holds significant meaning for the group and their dedicated fanbase, known as ENGENE . In their acceptance speech at the Kai Tak Stadium, the members expressed their joy and gratitude for the continuous support. This win solidifies their position as a global fan favorite in the competitive K-pop landscape. In addition to the Fans' Choice Bonsang, ENHYPEN also received the Telasa Favorite Global Artist award. The group was also reported to have won other awards this year at the event, includi...

The 40th Golden Disc Awards (GDA)  organizing committee  officially announced the nominees  for its major categories on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. This landmark ceremony, celebrating 40 years of honoring achievements in  Korean popular music , is set to take place at the Taipei Dome in Taiwan on  January 10, 2026 . The list of nominees for the highly anticipated Rookie Artist of the Year award features twelve promising new acts vying for the prestigious honor. The official nominees are: • AHOF • ALLDAY PROJECTS • CLOSE YOUR EYES • CORTIS • IDID • Hearts2Hearts • idntt • izna • KickFlip • KiiiKiii • Neour A • ZO ZAZZ A key highlight noted by fans and the committee is the dual nomination for the act Hearts2Hearts , who also received a nod in one of the digital song categories. Winners for the rookie category are determined by a combination of verified digital music performance (downloads and streaming) and physical album sales data spanni...

ENHYPEN  member  Lee   Heesueng  has been officially appointed as the first male K-pop artist to serve as a  solo brand ambassador  for the Korean colored contact lens brand  Qrsessed .  The appointment, announced on November 17, 2025, marks a significant step for the brand in promoting gender-neutral beauty standards. The partnership coincides with the launch of three new shades, designed to embrace all genders and suitable for both daily and dramatic wear.  Qrsessed  praised  Heeseung's  unique sensibility and gaze as the very reason for his selection. " It's all about confidence, conviction, pride, individuality, curiosity... and of course, that unmistakable touch of cuteness that only Heeseung carries so naturally ," an update from the brand read The news has already prompted global fan pre-orders and promotions across Asia, highlighting Hee...

In a thrilling display of fan passion and engagement,  Steven , the leader of the popular K-pop group  AHOF , has triumphed over  SHINee's   Taemin  in the semi-finals of the  Heart Stealer category  at the  2025 Kooky Winter Leader Awards . Garnering an impressive  2,334,162 votes, Steven’s  victory not only showcases his growing popularity but also highlights the fervor of his dedicated fanbase, which includes supporters from groups such as STEJAY and Fireflies Universe. The culmination of this intense competition will be celebrated with advertising campaigns at Seoul’s Hapjeong Subway station, coinciding with  Steven’s  upcoming birthday on January 17. With the final voting round set to commence on November 28 and conclude on December 5, excitement is building as fans gear up for what promises to be a nail-biting showdown. The stakes are high, as bigger prizes, including prominent Gangnam banners and further prom...

WASHINGTON, D.C. —  In a significant legal development regarding online anonymity and international defamation law, a U.S. District Court has granted a petition by K-pop entertainment giant HYBE   and its affiliated group SEVENTEEN , compelling social media platform X (formerly Twitter ) and Google to disclose the identity of an anonymous user who allegedly spread harmful rumors. This ruling facilitates the filing of a major defamation lawsuit in South Korea, expected to proceed by early 2026. The court order marks a crucial step in the ongoing efforts by Korean entertainment companies to hold anonymous online individuals accountable for malicious posts and the dissemination of unverified information. The order was issued by a U.S. District Court after legal representatives for HYBE and SEVENTEEN successfully argued that they had a legitimate claim for defamation under South Korean law and demonstrated that the anonymous user's posts likely constitute actionab...

BTS members  Jimin  and  Jungkook  are featured in a special photoshoot for  Elle Japan , serving as promotional visuals for the highly anticipated second season of their travel reality show,  Are You Sure?! . The new season is set to premiere globally on  Disney+ on December 3 , with two new episodes released every Wednesday through December 24. Filmed immediately following their military discharge on June 11, the eight-episode series captures the duo's spontaneous, 12-day journey across stunning international landscapes. Breaking from traditional reality formats, the season reportedly features a " minimalist travel " approach, where the two stars travel with limited resources and an old guidebook, completing challenges to cover their expenses. Video from X Posted The adventure takes them from the majestic, snow-capped  mountains of Switzerland , including the iconic Matterhorn, to the vibrant, sun-...

K-pop sensation BLACKPINK  recently concluded two successful shows at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan on November 22 and 23. The concerts featured high-energy performances that created a " stunning pink wave " with fans' light sticks, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. In a move that further solidified the group's bond with their Filipino fans , known as BLINKs, member Jisoo later posted photos from the events on social media. Her accompanying message, notably written in Tagalog, expressed profound gratitude and joy. Jisoo's message reportedly conveyed that she felt she had " returned to her youth amid endless laughter and joy " during the shows. She vowed never to forget the experience and personally thanked fans for the wonderful memories created. The intimate connection was highlighted when one fan even spotted their own photo within Jisoo's post. Philippine fans greatly cherished the message as a ...