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Johnny Somali Asks for Forgiveness at Seoul Appeal Trial, Cites Bipolar Disorder
The streamer's legal counsel apologized on his behalf and asked for leniency as prosecutors pushed for a significantly harsher sentence.
FIFA World Cup: How Far Has an Asian Team Advanced in the Tournament's History?
Tracing South Korea’s 2002 semifinal run, Japan’s steady Round of 16 showings, and other AFC nations that have pushed Asia’s World Cup ceiling.
Anderson .Paak Reunites With South Korean Artist Dean for His Slinky “Aftertaste” Single and Video
The longtime collaborators reconnect more than a decade later with a sleek new R&B track and video.
NewJeans’ Record Label Says K-Pop Group Is Preparing a 'New Musical Narrative'
Formerly a quintet, the K-pop girl group is gearing up for a return after a long hiatus.
HYBE, JYP, SM, and YG Join Forces to Launch Global K-Pop Festival
The four companies are considered K-pop’s Big Four.
Johnny Somali's South Korea Sentencing: Streamer Gets 6 Months in Prison
The streamer had been widely criticized for a series of rage bait-related incidents in the country circa 2024.
Complex Expands to Seoul With Launch of Complex Korea: What to Know
Launching in Seoul, Complex Korea will connect local creators with international audiences through original storytelling, global features, and cross-market collaborations.
Founder of Los Angeles’ BCD Tofu House, Frequented by K-Pop Stars, Dies at 89
Lee Tae-ro co-founded the Koreatown staple, whose signature sundubu-jjigae made it a favorite of K-pop stars and their fans.
BTS' V Gets Serious About Learning English: ‘I’m Locking in for Real This Time No Excuses'
The Korean superstar gave fans a glimpse of his English studying routine.
SHINee Announces New Korean Concerts, Key to Rejoin Group Following Hiatus
Following their solo activities, the iconic K-pop boy group will reunite for a series of concerts in Korea in May.
Playboi Carti and Nicki Minaj Among I-dle's Favorite U.S. Rappers
In an interview with Complex, the K-pop superstars also named their American celebrity crushes and discussed their latest single, "Mono."
K-Pop Group KARA Hint at Reunion Plans for 2026: ‘We Have a Lot of Activities Planned’
The iconic girl group, known for hits "Mister" and "STEP," is gearing up for a major return in 2026.
BTS’ J-Hope Says Performing at the Super Bowl Is His ‘Dream’
BTS recently returned with 'ARIRANG,' their first new album in nearly four years following their mandatory Korean military service.
BTS Draws 18.4 Million Viewers to Their Netflix Comeback Livestream
The K-pop sensations recently released 'ARIRANG,' their first album in six years since completing mandatory military service.
Johnny Somali's Mother Reportedly Asks for Leniency Ahead of Streamer's South Korea Sentencing
Somali, real name Ramsey Khalid Ismael, is said to be facing serious jail time in the country following his controversial and offensive streams.
BTS Drops Video for "SWIM" From New Album 'ARIRANG’
BTS releases the video for “SWIM” as part of their 'ARIRANG' comeback rollout.
BTS Will Return to Jimmy Fallon's 'The Tonight Show' for Two-Night Event Ahead of Album Release
The global superstars will reunite for their first U.S. late night appearance in years with an interview and performance from their new album, 'ARIRANG.'
'KPop Demon Hunters' Singer Says She Surprised Her Parents By Paying Off Their Mortgage: 'A Dream'
'KPop Demon Hunters' singer Rei Ami called the moment "a dream come true."