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Idol brand rankings: Blackpink and BTS lead again in November
The Korean Business Research Institute has released the November brand reputation rankings for idol groups, with Blackpink and BTS emerging as top fan favourites. The rankings were based on data gathered between October 21 and November 21 and factored in consumer engagement, media presence, interaction, and community recognition.
Grammys 2025 under fire for ignoring K-pop, including BTS
On Friday, November 8, the Recording Academy revealed the list of nominees for the 2025 Grammy Awards, sparking discontent among K-pop fans, particularly the Armys who support BTS. The announcement came as a disappointment, as no K-pop artistes received nominations for the upcoming event.
Armys may have to wait until 2026 for BTS reunion
BTS member J-Hope more recently marked a significant milestone as the second BTS member to fulfil his mandatory military service, bringing fans of the renowned seven-member South Korean boy band a step nearer to the group’s anticipated reunion.
BTS’ Suga sets record as first solo K-pop artiste with 15 million YouTube likes
BTS member Min Yoongi, known more widely as Suga, has achieved a milestone as the first solo K-pop artiste to surpass 15 million likes on a YouTube music video, joining the ranks of rappers like Eminem, Drake, PSY, and XXXTentacion.
BTS member J-hope discharged from South Korean military
J-hope, the main dancer of the group, emerged from the gates of his army base in South Korea's central Wonju city, and hugged fellow band member Jin -- who finished his service in June -- before saluting waiting reporters and fans.
BTS one of the ‘greatest pop stars in the 21st century’: Billboard
The K-pop group has added yet another accolade to their impressive list of achievements, being recognised by Billboard magazine as one of the "greatest pop stars of the 21st century."
BTS’ RM debuts on Spotify global top 10
BTS’s RM has made waves with his latest collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion on their new single “Neva Play”, which is dominating global charts with its upbeat energy.
BTS breaks record with 33 songs topping worldwide iTunes
On August 26, 2024, BTS, the internationally acclaimed boy group, set a remarkable record by becoming the first and only group to have 33 songs reach the No. 1 spot on the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart. As reported by Forbes, their track "We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal" climbed to the top, overtaking "Polar Night", a solo song by BTS member Suga, which had previously held the position.
Korean official criticised for seeking 'next BTS' during group's military hiatus
The South Korean government is reportedly planning to create a 'K Content Cultural Complex' backed by a 5 trillion won (over USD 3 billion) policy finance initiative. This effort aims to uncover the “new BTS” and a “second Parasite.” According to a recent Seoul Newspaper report, the vice minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism faced significant backlash for mentioning the popular K-pop group currently serving in the military. The complex is expected to become a landmark for K Content by 2035.
Jimin becomes first South Korean soloist to top US songs chart
BTS' Jimin has made history by becoming the first South Korean solo artist to reach the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 yesterday.
Jimin strips off all filters to reveal his true self in debut solo album "Face"
For a debut album, Jimin doesn’t struggle at all to establish the escape he aims for.
Calvin Klein website crashes after BTS Jungkook campaign begins
Calvin Klein’s (CK) website crashed after the popular brand revealed BTS Jungkook’s steamy pictures on social media. Jungkook is now the newest global ambassador for CK, which has resulted in BTS Army flocking to the CK website to buy his clothes.
BTS, Jungkook reign Spotify Global Top 5 chart
On March 14, the youngest member of the group, Jungkook conducted a live session on the fandom site Weverse. During the interaction, he entertained his fans by appearing in different costumes and also told his fans about the good news.
BTS’ J-hope begins military enlistment process
J-Hope was the first BTS member to release a solo album last year. Titled “Jack in the Box”, the album was a major success.
Jimin's 'Face' teaser tantalises
BigHit Music announced BTS' Jimin's first solo album, "Face" on Tuesday. The entertainment company also shared a teaser and the album's release date on Weverse. "Face" will be available for streaming on March 24.
BTS return empty-handed from Grammys
BTS, a K-pop sensation, once again returned with empty hands from the Grammy Awards, that too for the third consecutive year.
BTS' Jin updates fans with military photos
BTS’s Jin had officially completed his 5 weeks of basic military training under 5th Infantry Division on January 18.
BTS’s concert film to hit theatres in February
Following the massive success of BTS’s free of charge show in Busan last year, the group has more in store for the fans. After seeing an upwards of 50,000 attendees, the fans who had missed out will now have the chance the enjoy the full performance from all angles as a movie, called “BTS: Yet to Come in Cinemas”.
Missing girls in Pakistan ran away to meet BTS, say police
K-pop sensation BTS has captured the hearts of teenagers all around the globe.