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Hype Malaysia
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
aespa Set To Make Comeback With New Album This September
Just 3 weeks after their last release with their 2nd single album, 'Dirty Work' in June, aespa (에스파) is gearing up for another release very soon. With their chart-topping title track 'Dirty Work' hitting 41 million views on YouTube in just two weeks, SM Entertainment's powerhouse girl group is just getting started. News outlet Dispatch reported on 14th July 2025 (Monday) that aespa is prepping for an album release this September, with the girl group aiming to film their music video next week. Wrapping up their 'Dirty Work' promotions on the SBS music program 'Inkigayo' on 13th July 2025 (Sunday), vocalist Winter (김민정) hints at the comeback with, 'We will make a comeback soon, so please show lots of love for our next comeback song'. The report also states that renowned dancer Lee Jung (이이정), who is currently filming on Mnet's female dancer survival show, 'World of Street Woman Fighter', will be participating in the choreography for aespa's new track release. This new release marks the group's 2nd comeback of the year with only a 3-month gap in between. Netizens show positive reactions towards the news, with netizens agreeing that a new side to the group would be a welcome change for their next release. Twitter user @/NewsHanguk comments, 'We can't wait to see the new side they'll show us this time. Their music always inspires and energises us'. However, some netizens have brought up their latest track 'Dirty Work' as not being on par with the group's reputation. Twitter user @/TrelleLove comments, 'Dirty Work's choreography and how SM promoted was..I don't know. We heard pretty much the whole chorus weeks before the song came out'. Are you excited for aespa's September comeback? Sources: Naver, Soompi, Twitter Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
Pink Villa
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' J-Hope shares same food preference with SUGA, reveals RM, V and Jimin have 'taste bud like baby'
The BTS members are known for their strong camaraderie, forged over nearly seven years of living together. This prolonged period of shared experiences has transformed them from mere colleagues to a family. Recently, J-Hope shared insights into the diverse food preferences of his fellow BTS members, showcasing how well they know each other. It also indicated the unity in diversity existent among the BTS members. Do BTS members like Korean food or other types of cuisine? J-Hope recently appeared in SBS' Inkigayo program, which aired on July 11. The episode was hosted by GenZ K-pop stars ZEROBASEONE's Yujin and IVE's Leeseo. The host duo had a lot of personal and professional questions for the Killin' It Girl singer. Among them were inquisitions regarding what kind of food the BTS members like. As per J-Hope, "There are members who only like Korean food, they have a taste bud like baby, like donkatsu, kimchi fried rice." Revealing who all he was talking about, J-Hope mentioned Jimin, Taehyung (aka V), and leader Namjoon (aka RM). As for the other members, he mentioned they mostly like local foods. "I'm on that side. SUGA hyung (older brother) is also on that side," he said. The oldest member Jin's taste in food is notably different from his fellow members, characterized by preferences that "keep changing." Yujin then asked J-Hope what kinda food Jin liked. With no specific dish coming to J-Hope's mind, he replied, "Ah he likes Korean Food too." J-Hope's detailed account of BTS members' food preference sparked sweet fans reactions The K-pop rapper-shared information gave a glimpse into the BTS members' diverse tastes and highlighted how well they knew one another, and appreciated each other's individuality. An X-user wrote, "HOBI KNOWS EVERYTHING." Another stated, "Hobi is such a mother figure to all of them . He knows everything about them. He is really sweet. The mom of the group." Their keen observation of minute details regarding each other and their remarkable level of understanding have resulted into such a close bond.
Pink Villa
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BTS' J-Hope brags about hanging out with IVE's Leeseo to military juniors, reveals how beloved girl group is among soldiers
BTS' J-Hope was popular during his military service and boasted a wide range of military juniors who turned into his friends while serving for 18 months. Moreover, he rose in the ranks, becoming a private and then a sergeant while juggling his life as an army instructor. Previously, the singer shared how he chose to go for the drill instructor role because the food that was provided there was good and to his liking. During a shoot with IVE member Leeseo, the rapper revealed how he checked out a lot of their songs, much to the surprise of the younger star. J-Hope reveals stories from his military days when they used to tune into IVE He appeared on the snack store program run by SBS' Inkigayo, a Korean music show's YouTube promotion, which is hosted by ZEROBASEONE's Yujin and IVE's Leeseo. While chatting about how much he knew about the two juniors' music, J-Hope shared how IVE was one of his base's top-listened-to acts. After much thought, he revealed that their Off The Record was his favorite track. He addressed his friendship with IVE to his military juniors, "I listened to so much of IVE in the military. My juniors right now are going to go crazy. The ones who were privates when I was discharged, if they were next to me right now, it would be absolutely chaotic. Are you watching me right now [guys?] Hyung was this kind of person, did you know? This is what I used to do.' His appearance was a part of the Killin' It Girl promotions, for which he appeared on all four Korean music shows, including Music Bank, Music Core, MCountdown, and Inkigayo. While speaking with Yujin on the show, the BTS member explored the younger star's ARMY side. The ZB1 member revealed he liked the rap line's Ddaeng and the group's Dimple songs, proving his purple-blooded status.
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is HyunA pregnant? Baby shoe post sparks speculation among fans
The K-pop soloist HyunA has set the internet into fire with speculation about a possible pregnancy after sharing a post on her social media on July 2, 2025. The post featured casual snapshots, among them a baby shoe-shaped waffle that fans believe may be a pregnancy hint. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now What sparked the rumours? The buzz began after HyunA posted a carousel of images including the now-viral baby shoe-shaped waffle, as per Pinkvilla. One of the photos also shows her gently resting her hand on her stomach, fueling the rumour mill. Netizens quickly filled various social media platforms to express their curiosity, with comments such as 'Are you trying to tell us something?' and 'Is this a baby announcement?' The singer's fans noticed that her appearance started glowing than earlier and her frame got fuller than before, which were evident, invited earlier talks from May 2025, when she performed the song 'Mrs. Nail' on SBS' Inkigayo and faced similar conjecture about her physical transformation. At that time, HyunA clarified that she had gained weight due to health reasons, as per Koreaboo. A history of speculation This is not the first time pregnancy rumours have followed HyunA. Ahead of her wedding in October 2024, she faced similar reports, which her agency, AT AREA, promptly dismissed, labelling them 'unfounded,' as per Times Now. The speculation picked up again this week, with entertainment news outlet 'TenAsia' publishing an analysis of the symbolism behind her Instagram post, noting how celebrities often use subtle imagery to hint at life milestones. A spotlighted relationship As per the reports by Pinkvilla, HyunA's relationship with Yong Jun Hyung has remained a high-profile case since their public confirmation in January 2024. Their wedding in October 2024 was a private event, but it attracted public attention, particularly due to Yong Jun Hyung's history filled with controversies as the connection to a scandal. Despite the challenges, the couple has maintained a united look, regularly sharing glimpses of their life on social media. No official confirmation yet As of now, neither HyunA nor her agency has addressed the speculation regarding the baby shoe post. Fans continue to dissect every photo and caption, eagerly awaiting any statement that might confirm or refute the pregnancy rumours.
Pink Villa
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Is HyunA pregnant with her and husband Yong Jun Hyung's first child? Baby shoes spark speculations
K-pop soloist HyunA is once again making headlines for speculations regarding her pregnancy. This time around, the buzz was created due to her social media update. On June 2, she shared a series of photos showcasing her life beyond K-pop stardom, including one image that sparked curiosity among fans– a pair of edible baby shoes. The photo led many to wonder if HyunA was potentially announcing the good news. Why do fans think HyunA is pregnant with Yong Jun Hyung's child? HyunA, who got married to the controversial former Highlight member Yong Jun Hyung, might be expecting her first. Fans have spotted several hints in her latest Instagram post, making them form the theory. HyunA posted a carousel featuring her in an all-black fit, including crop top and comfortable trousers. However, the way she placed her hands on the pants, made fans wonder if it was intended to bring focus on her belly, much like common pregnancy announcement posts. Additionally, a picture of a waffle, shaped like baby crocs added fuel to the rumors. She also looked healthier than before and her skin seemed to glow as well. Many fans took to the comments to ask her if she was indeed pregnant. They couldn't bear the suspense and wanted her to clarify the situation. Notably, this was not the first time discussions regarding her potential conception were made. Previous instance which sparked HyunA's pregnancy rumour HyunA made a highly anticipated comeback on May 11 with her new song Mrs. Nail on SBS' Inkigayo, marking her first major performance in months. While fans praised her stage presence, netizens couldn't help but notice a difference in her appearance, specifically pointing out that she seemed to have gained some weight. Many linked her changed look to a potential pregnancy. However, HyunA later clarified that she was advised to gain weight due to health issues and is actually working on losing weight to feel more comfortable while dancing. She was also rumored to be pregnant before her marriage with Yong Jun Hyung, which she denied as well. With the recent buzz around the same thing, fans doesn't seem to have been convinced with her reasoning back then.
