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Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
ALLDAY PROJECT all set to make their debut—Can they revive the co-ed K-pop trend?
It's time for a new wave for K-pop! ALLDAY PROJECT, the newest co-ed group under THEBLACKLABEL, will be officially debuting with their single FAMOUS on June 23. Featuring Annie, Tarzzan, Bailey, Woochan, and Youngseo, the group blends music, dance, fashion, and elite backgrounds to form a unique lineup. This mixed group aims to challenge industry norms and push creative boundaries. As one of the few co-ed acts in K-pop today, their launch raises hopes for a return to the mixed-gender group structure. Let's take a peek at some coed K-pop groups. KARD Members: BM, Somin, and Jiwoo [📷]KARD 2025 TOUR in Latin America VCR Shooting Behind🔗 #카드#WhereToNow #LatinAmericaTour2025 The four-member co-ed K-pop group, debuted on July 19, 2017, with their first mini album Hola Hola. Their name symbolizes a deck of playing cards, with each member representing a unique suit: King, Ace, jokeR, and hiDden. Now, nearly five years since their last domestic solo concert, KARD is set to perform in Korea again on July 19 at Yes24 Wanderloch Hall in Seoul, DSP Media announced on Tuesday. S#ARP Members: Lee Ji-hye, Seo Ji-young, Jang Seok-hyun, John Kim, and Oh Hee-jong From 1998 until 2002, the South Korean co-ed group earned a lot of popularity for its distinctive mixed-gender lineup. Throughout their career, they released numerous albums and achieved success on music shows. Following various lineup changes, the band split in 2002, allegedly due to internal issues. Re:Hearts Members: Lyle, Myu, Mizi, and Yuho Re:Hearts The 1st single 'Reborn'2025.06.07 6PM (KST)#Rehearts #리하츠 The South Korean co-ed group made their official debut on June 7, 2025, with the single REBORN. The group's name reflects their mission—to restart hearts that have stopped, both figuratively and emotionally. Known for their dreamy, modern sound, they aims to connect with listeners by offering comfort and empathy for the loneliness and emotional struggles many people face in today's world. Members: Park Jaehyun, Go Yunseol, Hwang Jun, Lee Jooyoung, and Park Chaewon This is a five-member co-ed K-pop project group formed by students from Howon University under Howon Entertainment. They debuted on March 4, 2024, with Shoot&More. The "Z" in their name stands for Generation Z, while "Peline" is inspired by the Zeppelin—the pioneering airship created by Ferdinand von Zeppelin. Together, the name symbolizes their ambition to launch a new journey toward uncharted horizons. AKMU Members: Lee Chan-hyuk and Lee Su-hyun #HELLOAKKADEMY 🎓AKMU와 AKKA의10년이 담긴 [10VE] 콘서트 종료 💚AKMU의 10년을 함께 걸어와 주신AKKA 여러분 모두 감사드립니다 🎂10년 전 시작된 AKMU의 PLAY는앞으로도 멈추지 않고 계속될테니AKKA 여러분들이 꼭! 함께해 주세요 🎶#AKMU #악뮤 #LEECHANHYUK #이찬혁 #LEESUHYUN… This sibling duo, known as Akdong Musician (AKMU), debuted under YG Entertainment on April 7, 2014, with their album PLAY. Celebrated for their musical talent and charm, they've earned widespread acclaim and are affectionately dubbed "The Nation's Siblings" in South Korea. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Madhu Rangayya is new President of AKKA
Bengaluru: Madhu Rangayya has been elected as the new President of the Association of Kannada Kootas of America (AKKA) and will serve a two-year term. He will spearhead the organization's upcoming initiatives, including the prestigious AKKA Conference, alongside various cultural and community-driven programs across the U.S. The newly formed executive team comprises a dynamic mix of leaders President Madhu Rangayya, Secretary Dr. Naveen Krishna, Treasurer ChandruAradhya, Vice Presidents RoopashreeMelukote, Raghu Shivaram, Vinod Kumar, Joint Secretaries: Manu Goruru, Dr. Lavanya, Assistant Secretaries Vatsa Ramanathan, Dr. Mohan Kumar. The committee also includes honorary members such as longtime AKKA leader Amarnath Gowda, along with 20 representatives from Kannada organizations spanning different U.S. states. Hailing from Mandya, Rangayya is an engineering graduate who moved to the United States nearly 30 years ago. Currently employed in the private sector, he has remained deeply committed to promoting Kannada culture, language, and heritage within the diaspora. His consistent efforts have earned him the trust and respect of the community, culminating in his election as AKKA President. Expressing his gratitude, Rangayya said, 'It's a great honour to take on this role during AKKA's silver jubilee year. My focus will be on uniting Kannadigas across America and encouraging the younger generation to embrace and celebrate our rich cultural legacy. Even from afar, we will ensure Kannada continues to thrive and inspire.'
