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Korea Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Ive drops prerelease from Japan album
Ive has unveiled the focus single from its upcoming album in Japan with a music video, agency Starship Entertainment said Friday. The group of six uploaded the video for 'Be Alright,' which fronts its third EP of the same title. Opening with Rei asleep at her desk, the other members appear one by one to pick out clothes for, and support her at an interview before dancing together at her house, savoring freedom. The single encourages listeners to keep on going instead of being afraid of changes telling them they are not alone. The new Japan mini album will be released on July 30, almost a year after Ive's second EP 'Alive,' which debuted atop Oricon's Daily Album Ranking. In April, the group dropped another track from the third EP, 'Dare Me,' as the opening theme song for a Japanese TV show.
Hype Malaysia
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
MONSTA X Is Returning After 4 Years With Comeback Album In September
The time has finally arrived for MONBEBEs (MONSTA X fans) to see their group reunited as one and begin creating music that everyone knows and loves. With MONSTA X's (몬스타엑스) upcoming 10th anniversary '2025 MONSTA X CONNECT X' concert taking place from 18th July (Friday) to 20th July (Sunday), fans are already bursting with excitement for a new release. Now, with the promise of their first album since December 2021, anticipation for the group's return has grown stronger than ever. This concert not only marks their first full-group performance in 3 years, but also opens the door to a thrilling new chapter in their 10-year run. Fans are eagerly awaiting both the live experience and the fresh music set to follow. Since all members returned from their mandatory military service in May 2025, they have quickly been rebuilding momentum, beginning with the release of 'Now Project Vol. 1', a day after member Hyungwon (형원) was discharged from his service. The album offered fan-favourite songs with a refreshing new take that shows their growth over the years. The group also hosted a live stream reunion, bringing all six members together online. In an interview ahead of the concert, when asked about updates on their comeback album, main vocalist Kihyun (기현) confirmed that they had already finished recording the album and have been waiting for the right moment to release it. 'We're already preparing for our comeback. We already finished recording a long time ago. I can't tell you the exact time frame, but within the company, the date has already been set. A significant portion [of the comeback] has already been prepared.' Eager to keep fans on their toes, Joohoney (주헌) cheerfully revealed that MONSTA X's new album will drop in September 2025. 'I'll just tell you the month when our new album will be released,' he stated. 'It's coming out in September. It'll be released as quickly as possible.' His hint immediately sparked excitement among MONBEBEs eager for new music. Soon after the revelation, Starship Entertainment shared the album's first concept photos on the group's official social media. The images feature a colour scheme that matches the concert posters, creating a bold and unified look. With sharp visuals and an intense atmosphere, the concept captures MONSTA X's signature energy. The countdown to September is officially on. Source: Soompi Zaima Humaira contributed to this article.
Khaleej Times
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
BTS' J-Hope to perform at Lollapalooza Berlin: Here's how UAE fans can watch live
BTS member J-Hope is back on stage, and this time, he's making history in Berlin. After wrapping up his first-ever solo world tour and dropping the chart-topping single Killin' It Girl, the rapper, dancer, and performer is set to headline Lollapalooza Berlin today, July 13, marking another major milestone in his solo career. The performance is J-Hope's first solo headline appearance at a European music festival, and fans — both online and in Germany — are here for it. Ahead of his set, J-Hope gave ARMY a glimpse into his Lollapalooza experience. Taking to Instagram, he posted a carousel of pictures from day one of the festival, showing him enjoying performances by artists including Gracie Abrams, IVE (the popular South Korean girl group from Starship Entertainment), and Justin Timberlake, who closed the night. 'Beautiful night,' he captioned the post, and fans couldn't agree more. The BTS star was also spotted blending in with the crowd, though, naturally, fans picked him out almost instantly. Sporting a black denim jacket, baggy jeans, and black sunglasses, J-Hope turned heads with his effortless off-duty look. One viral moment had him casually gesturing a sun. From his outfit to his energy, it was peak Hobi. Watch the videos below: #HOBIPALOOZA2025 #jhopeAtLollapaloozaBerlin #LollapaloozaBerlin #jhope — ð��±ð��¸ð��¹ð��® | ð��¦ð��¾ð���ð���ð��¾ð���' ð��¾ð��� ð���ð��¾ð���ð��� ð��¯ (@MapOfTheHoseok) July 12, 2025 There was a part in the IVE's song choreography where they made a sun (â��ï¸�) shape, so j-hope just followed along, but Fans thought he was making a heart and freaked out so he was flustered #jhope #HOBIPALOOZA2025 #jhopeAtLollapaloozaBerlin — ð���-ð���ð��¢ð��£ð��� ð��§ð��¥ð���ð��¡ð���ð��¦ (@jhopetrends__) July 13, 2025 As the hype for his Lollapalooza Berlin performance builds, J-Hope made sure to send a note of love to his fans. On the morning of the show, he posted a photo of water droplets on a window with a simple but heartfelt message: 'Be Safe', a reminder to ARMY attending the concert to take care amidst the excitement. When and where to watch J-Hope's Lollapalooza Berlin set in the UAE Fans who couldn't make it to Berlin need not worry — J-Hope's performance is being live-streamed globally. The set will be available on: Tune in at 10.15pm (local UAE time) to catch the full performance.
New Straits Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: CRAVITY aspire to be K-pop masters
RISING K-pop sensations CRAVITY recently made their Malaysian debut at the K-pop Masterz concert series. The show was held at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre (MIECC), Seri Kembangan, Selangor. CRAVITY, a nine-member group, debuted in 2020 and were quickly dubbed "Monster Rookies" by the South Korean media. Known for their energetic performances, captivating stage presence and unique musical style, the group consists of Serim, Allen, Jungmo, Woobin, Wonjin, Minhee, Hyeongjun, Taeyoung and Seongmin. They shot to fame with tracks such as 'Break All The Rules' and 'Cloud 9', earning several Rookie Of The Year awards at South Korean music shows. BILLBOARD Formed by Starship Entertainment, they debuted on April 14, 2020, with their extended play 'Season 1. Hideout: Remember Who We Are'. CRAVITY subsequently became the first 2020 rookie artiste to debut on the Billboard K-pop Hot 100 and earned "New Artiste of the Year" at the 12th Melon Music Awards, "Best of Next" at the 2020 Mnet Asian Music Awards, and "Rookie Award" in the 4th Soribada Awards. UNIVERSE In a recent interview to mark their debut performance in Kuala Lumpur, Woobin said that Jungmo, Wonjin, Minhee and Hyeongjun participated in the show Produce X 101 in 2019, representing Starship Entertainment. "We officially became CRAVITY in March 2020. CRAVITY's name is an amalgamation of the words 'Creativity' and 'Gravity' that implies bringing you into our universe with our unique charm," he said. UPBEAT When asked to describe their music, Woobin said: "It's infectious, upbeat and inventive, a blend of K-pop, hip-hop, EDM and pop, with catchy melodies and powerful vocal and rap performances." Wonjin said: "Our music showcases a range of themes, reflecting the experiences of youth, personal growth, empowerment and self-confidence." Allen described their major musical influences as boybands Shinee, BTS, Monsta X and NCT, as well as international solo artiste Lauv. CRAVITY's recent concert might be their first in the country, but Jungmo said that they had visited KL in the past. "A few years ago, we visited Malaysia for the first time — the weather was amazing, the atmosphere was so nice, and the people's reactions were incredible. "We made so many happy memories, and personally, it's a place I'd love to visit again." All of the band's members had dreamed of becoming successful artistes. FIRST Wonjin said: "Music is the first thing that perks me up every morning, likewise my bandmates." "It's like food for my soul," added Allen. Wonjin added that while all of them are into dance music and pop, he personally prefers R&B music. "I love the chill vibes when I listen to this genre of music," he said. ROCK Allen said: "For me, rock and hip-hop any day. They are cool and fast." Have the boys dabbled in acting? "Not yet, but we would love to try acting in future. For me, starring in an action movie is great," said Serim. What was their best experience in a concert to date? Seongmin said: "That was during our recent concert 'Beyond Your Memories' in Seoul. Everyone sang and danced, and it was a truly nostalgic moment." TOUR Whenever they go on a world tour, the boys feel very excited. According to Jungmo, the most exciting thing about a world tour is visiting different countries, learning different languages and getting to know different ways of life. "We love discovering new things," he said. All members of the group now write music, and they are proud of "standing on their own feet". Woobin said: "At first, only the founding members could write music. Now all of us do. For our second album, all of us wrote at least a song." PILOT What would they have been if they had not become singers? "If I were not a singer, I would have been a basketball player," said Wonjin. "I'd be a pilot as I love flying," said Allen. TRACKS When asked about their new album 'Dare To Crave', Hyeongjun said that it has 12 songs. "Besides the first single 'Set Net Go?!' about determination and the will to succeed, the other songs include three unit tracks," he said. Allen said: "It symbolises the audacity of embracing one's desires and instincts." As for the unit tracks, they explore personal aspects of their shared identity. BLURRED Woobin said: "I produced 'Rendez-vous' about encounters that awaken blurred emotions. Serim said: "I composed 'Marionette' about complex feelings and intense relationships." Wonjin said: "And I came up with 'Wish Upon A Star', a soft and reflective song about promises kept after a long wait. "As for 'Set Net Go?!' it encapsulates youthful energy and invites fans to surge forward through life's challenges." FOOD Who is the greatest musician or singer they have worked with? "Singer and music producer Brother Su is a great person I have worked with. He bought me lots of delicious food, helped me sing better and guided me in my career"" said Wonjin. "Joohoney of Monsta X helped us a lot, he is full of brilliant musical ideas and brings such great energy to us," said Allen.
Pink Villa
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
IVE's Jang Wonyoung Defamation Case: Court allows Sojang to suspend compulsory execution of 50 million KRW penalty, know what it means
In a surprising development, the Seoul Central District Court has granted the operator of the YouTube channel Sojang a suspension of compulsory execution. This decision puts a temporary stop to the enforcement of a damages judgment. The ruling had previously ordered Sojang to compensate Starship Entertainment and IVE's Jang Wonyoung. The suspension will remain in effect until the appeal process is complete. On June 24, Maeil Business Newspaper reported that lawyer Jung Kyung Seok of law firm LIWU, representing both Jang Wonyoung and Starship, confirmed the decision. According to Jung, the court approved Sojang 's request on June 23. This decision came just weeks after the YouTuber was ordered to pay tens of millions of KRW in a defamation ruling. What does this mean legally? 'Compulsory execution' refers to a legal procedure that allows a court ruling to be forcibly implemented when the losing party does not comply voluntarily. This includes asset seizures or demands for content removal. With this latest court decision, Sojang will not be required to pay the 50 million KRW (approx. 36,814 USD) awarded to Starship, for now. This suspension doesn't cancel the ruling itself but delays its enforcement until Sojang's appeal is reviewed and resolved. A pattern of defamation Sojang, known for publishing speculative and often damaging videos about Korean celebrities, has long been in the spotlight for defamation-related issues. Between October 2021 and June 2023, the channel uploaded numerous videos targeting prominent idols. They include IVE's Jang Wonyoung, BTS members V and Jungkook, EXO, and Kang Daniel. Following an investigation, South Korean prosecutors found that the operator had earned around 250 million KRW through the monetization of these videos. This was despite the content being controversial and allegedly harmful. Court rulings stack up against the YouTuber On June 4, the Seoul Central District Court's 50th Civil Division, under Judge Choi Mi Young, ruled in favor of Starship Entertainment. It ordered Sojang to pay 50 million KRW in damages. This followed a civil complaint in which the agency originally demanded double that amount: 100 million KRW. The compensation was sought for the reputational harm done to Jang Wonyoung and the company. Unwilling to accept the judgment, Sojang filed an appeal on June 18, requesting the ruling be reviewed by a higher court. The recently approved suspension of compulsory execution is directly tied to this pending appeal. But this case is only one of many. Earlier this year in January, Jang Wonyoung also pursued a personal civil lawsuit against Sojang's operator. The court had ruled in her favor, ordering the YouTuber to pay another 50 million KRW in compensation. In February, BTS members V and Jungkook were awarded a total of 76 million KRW in a separate civil ruling. The court found that Sojang's content involving the duo crossed the line into defamation. Kang Daniel, too, took legal action. In 2023, Sojang was fined 10 million KRW in a criminal case involving defamation against the singer. Additionally, Kang Daniel won a separate civil suit in which the court ordered Sojang to pay 30 million KRW.
