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Elena Novak

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Elena Novak is a Prague-based journalist writing about Korean dramas and their growing influence on European pop culture. She covers fan tourism, filming locations, and cross-cultural storytelling trends.

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ITZY’s Ryujin makes her film debut in Night on Earth. The award-winning project shows her new side as an actress. Fans celebrate as Yeji praises her hard work and passion. ITZY’s Ryujin is opening a brand-new chapter in her career as she takes on her first leading role in the indie film “Night on Earth.” The news sent fans into a frenzy, with many expressing disbelief and joy that they were finally getting to see her acting talent, something they had only glimpsed before in music videos and variety shows.

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VICTON reunited for their 9th anniversary. Do Hanse shared heartfelt moments with the members. Their bond shows true friendship beyond K-pop fame. Nine years after their debut, boy group VICTON warmed fans’ hearts once again with a reunion full of sincerity and nostalgia. Although the group officially disbanded in April 2023, the six members proved that their friendship and bond are far from over.

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Miyeon’s MY, Lover tops global charts with elegance and emotion. Say My Name continues to rise on Genie and Bugs. Her heartfelt showcase proves why fans adore her (G)I-DLE’s Miyeon has officially entered a new golden era. With her second mini album MY, Lover, released on November 3, the idol-turned-soloist has not only topped major domestic charts but also cemented her global influence with record-breaking numbers. The album’s title track Say My Name soared straight to No.

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Go Min Si returns to Instagram after two months of silence. Her quiet post of flowers stirs emotional reactions online. It’s her first update since denying school violence claims. Actress Go Min Si has finally broken her two-month silence following allegations of school violence that once shook her career. Her quiet return came through a simple post, a photo of flowers in a glass bottle without any caption, yet it immediately drew public attention as her first update since the controversy erupted.

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Five women who redefined strength in 2025 K-dramas. Smart, fearless, and unapologetically bold. Meet the heroines who changed the game. Throughout the first ten months of 2025, the Korean drama industry has been filled with bold, female centered stories that push past outdated stereotypes.

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Court sides with Adore in New Jeans dispute. The group plans to appeal the verdict. Public debate over trust and Min Hee-jin intensifies. The legal battle between girl group New Jeans and their agency Adore has reached a critical turning point. On October 30, 2025, the 41st Civil Agreement Division of the Seoul Central District Court, presided over by Judge Jeong Hoe-il, ruled that the group’s exclusive contract remains valid and legally binding, decisively siding with Adore against the five members Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein.

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CBX loses its lawsuit against SM Entertainment. Fans protest their exclusion from “EXO’verse.” EXO-Ls unite under #EXOisNine for justice and unity. EXO Ls around the world are processing shocking news at the end of October 2025. In the midst of excitement over SM Entertainment’s announcement of the “EXO’verse” fan meeting and preparations for EXO’s upcoming eighth album, a Korean court delivered a disappointing verdict for the sub unit ChenBaekXi (CBX).

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Jungkook brings a life-sized Cha Eun Woo doll to the First Ride gala. His playful act goes viral, melting hearts online. A pure reminder of friendship beyond distance. BTS once again made headlines in Korea, this time through Jungkook’s adorable gesture. On October 27, 2025, he attended the VIP premiere of the comedy film First Ride at Lotte Cinema World Tower in Seoul’s Songpa District, carrying a life sized doll dressed exactly like his close friend Cha Eun Woo.

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RM of BTS to deliver a keynote at APEC CEO Summit 2025. The first K-pop artist to join global leaders on stage. He will highlight K-culture’s creative and economic power. As the leader of one of the most influential music groups in the world, Kim Namjoon, known as RM, has made history once again. He will deliver a keynote speech at the APEC CEO Summit at the Gyeongju Arts Center on October 29, 2025.

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Min Hee jin launches new agency Ooak Co., Ltd. The move coincides with NewJeans’ contract trial against ADOR. Fans await the court’s verdict and possible reunion. The Korean entertainment industry is once again stirred by Min Hee jin’s unexpected move. The former ADOR CEO, best known as the creative mind behind NewJeans, has officially founded a new entertainment agency named Ooak Co., Ltd. (pronounced “One of a Kind”).

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Blending unveils the Moon River OST lineup with Solar and top vocalists. Park Se Jun leads seven emotional, genre-blending tracks. Fans praise the music but debate Kim Si Hwan’s inclusion. Moon River has quickly become one of the most anticipated projects of the year’s end, not only for reuniting Kang Tae Oh and Kim Se Jeong in a fantasy tale about body swapping during the Joseon era, but also for its promise of emotionally captivating music.

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Annie Moon replaces Yoona as MBC Gayo Daejejeon MC. Her rookie status sparks debate over privilege and talent. Fans await her live debut performance on December 31. A surprising move has stirred the K-pop world as Annie Moon, a rookie member of the mixed group All Day Project and granddaughter of Shinsegae Group Chairwoman Lee Myung-hee, was officially announced as the new MC for MBC Gayo Daejejeon 2025, taking over from Girls’ Generation’s Yoona, who had hosted the show for a decade.

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Jun Ji Hyun and Ji Chang Wook may reunite in Human X Gumiho. Filming starts March 2026 with JTBC and Amazon Prime. Fans are eagerly awaiting the drama. Good news is coming from the world of Korean drama. Top stars Jun Ji Hyun and Ji Chang Wook are reportedly set to star together in a new fantasy romance series titled Human X Gumiho. Although filming is scheduled to begin in March next year, the news has already sparked excitement among fans.

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W Korea’s apology fails to calm outrage over Love Your W 2025. Celebrities still face backlash despite being guests. Public split over insensitivity or normal fundraising. Four days after a storm of criticism hit Love Your W 2025, W Korea finally broke its silence with an official apology. What was supposed to be a symbol of breast cancer awareness turned into a public controversy after many accused the event of losing its meaning and turning into nothing more than a glamorous celebrity party.

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Park Eun Bin, Rei, and Wonhee spoke up for breast cancer awareness. They reminded audiences of the campaign’s true purpose. Their voices brought meaning back to “Love Your W.” The 20th annual “Love Your W” event hosted by fashion magazine W Korea on October 15 was originally intended to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. However, this year’s event drew attention for shifting toward glamour and party vibes, overshadowing its health-focused mission.

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Lee Min Ho stars in Hur Jin Ho’s political thriller Assassins. The 2026 film retells a real 1974 assassination attempt. Fans worldwide await his powerful new transformation. Veteran director Hur Jin Ho is gearing up for one of the most ambitious Korean films of 2026, Assassins, a historical thriller that dramatizes the shocking attempted assassination of President Park Chung Hee on August 15, 1974.

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tvN’s Nice To Not Meet You brings a chaotic love-hate story. Starring Lee Jung Jae and Lim Jiyeon amid heated debate. Premieres November 3, 2025. tvN’s latest romantic comedy Nice To Not Meet You (Korean title: “얄미운 사랑”) is already capturing public attention even before its premiere. The promotional poster shows A-list actor Im Hyun Joon (played by Lee Jung Jae) sitting helplessly on the floor with a bewildered look, while reporter Wi Jung Shin (played by Lim Jiyeon) steps on his shoulder.

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IU reveals she’s used the same in-ear monitors for 10 years. Her honesty shows dedication and simplicity beyond fame. From stage gear to charity, IU proves she’s a true artist. In the midst of her busy career as a top singer and actress, IU once again showed her most candid side in a new video on her official YouTube channel.

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Lee Jae shines with her soulful voice in K-Pop Demon Hunters. Golden tops Billboard as fans embrace her unique sound. From composer to performer, she’s redefining K-pop. Lee Jae’s journey (known as Ejae) in the K-pop industry has been anything but ordinary. After spending more than a decade training under SM Entertainment and years quietly shaping the sound of top idol groups from behind the scenes, the singer-composer is now stepping into the spotlight with a voice and vision that fans around the world can’t stop talking about.

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TWICE marks 10 years with a nostalgic MV and new milestones. THIS IS FOR World Tour Part 2 expands globally with new dates. Tickets are now available worldwide. Few groups in K-pop have defined an era quite like TWICE. As they approach their 10th debut anniversary on October 20, the nine-member powerhouse (Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu) stands as a true global phenomenon.

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