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News18
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BLACKPINK To Release New Music In July? Here's What We Know
The band's agency, YG Entertainment, also confirmed the report, giving hope to the fans. BLACKPINK is all set to make a comeback! Yes, you heard it right; the popular K-pop girl band is preparing to be back again with full-group activities within the next month. The K-pop quartet consisting of Jennie, Jisoo, Rose and Lisa are reportedly in the process of creating new music, which is to drop within the next month. According to a report by K-media outlet JTBC Entertainment, BLACKPINK are gearing up to come together as a group to release new music in early July. The band's agency, YG Entertainment, also confirmed the report, giving hope to the fans, aka BLINKs. According to the report, the upcoming song will have a new feel while retaining the group's existing charm. The track is in talks to be released right before or after the announcement of the Seoul leg of the group's upcoming Deadline World Tour. BLACKPINK will make their comeback with a new song in early new song is said to have a new feel while retaining BLACKPINK's existing charm. — Viral Takes (@viraltakes) June 19, 2025 As soon as the reports surfaced, fans took over social media to share their excitement. One fan wrote, 'Other K-pop groups had their fun. It's time for the queens to come back for the crown." Another fan commented, 'Borderline going insane." Someone else wrote, 'We want a full album!!" After their second studio album, Born Pink, this comeback will mark the group's new release in over 1000 days as well as their first release with YG Entertainment following the renewal of their contract. In recent days, the members have been busy releasing new singles, individual projects, and campaigns. However, BLACKPINK's Lisa recently revealed that she, along with the other band members of the group, had been in the studio to record something new, heightening the anticipation among the fans. The group are set to reunite for their Deadline World Tour in July, which will feature 31 performances in over 16 cities around the world. First Published: June 20, 2025, 14:34 IST
Pink Villa
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Ju Haknyeon row: Ex-THE BOYZ member's meeting with Kirara Asuka facilitated by overseas brokers? Police complaint reveals
Ju Haknyeon's recent meet-up with former Japanese AV actress Kirara Asuka sparked intense scrutiny. He was also accused of being paying for indulging in pr*stitution with her. As the act is unlawful in South Korea, a police complaint was filed against him. Recently, on June 20, an article by K-media outlet TV Report revealed that the complaint alleged that the artist's case was a part of a major broker-led ring. Ex-THE BOYZ's Ju Haknyeon accused of pr*stitution in police report Ju Haknyeon came under fire after photos of his secret meet-up with former Japanese p*rnstar Kirara Asuka got exposed by Japanese tabloid Shūkan Bunshun. The photos were taken at a private bar in Tokyo's Roppongi district on May 29, and showed him engaging in intimate gestures with her. The report also alleged that THE BOYZ member was involved in pr*stitution with her. Following that, a police complaint was filed against Ju Haknyeon. Contents of police complaint against Ju Haknyeon revealed The complaint highlighted that the issue went beyond a personal scandal. It indicated a broader systemic problem involving a celebrity prostitution ring that potentially operated with the involvement of agencies and the industry. 'This should not be brushed off as an isolated incident. It raises serious concerns about organized coordination possibly involving staff, producers, and overseas brokers,' the complaint read. The unexpected allegation sent shockwaves in the industry and among fans. If the police investigation results find him guilty of the offence, it might lead to a chain of similar cases coming to light. Consequences Ju Haknyeon faced for alleged involvement in pr*stitution Paying money for physical intimacy is illegal in the artist' home country. Following allegations of Ju Haknyeon's involvement in the offence, THE BOYZ's agency ONE HUNDRED investigated in the matter. As per reports, they found evidence against him and thus, kicked him out of the group, by terminating his contract. From a legal standpoint, any individuals found guilty of the same might face a fine of up to 3 million KRW or a year in prison. The law also applies for foreign individuals and can be levied against Kirara Asuka as well.
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Ju Haknyeon controversy: Japanese AV actress Kirara Asuka accused of cheating on disabled BF with THE BOYZ member
Kirara Asuka (36), a former Japanese p*rnstar, has been going viral lately, due to the controversy surrounding her link-up with Ju Haknyeon, an ex-member of the South Korean boy band THE BOYZ. The duo secretly met in Tokyo last month, which, once exposed, earned the K-pop artist immense backlash. Meanwhile, as per Japan's L Magazine, she is publicly dating a YouTuber, which has led to accusations of her cheating with Ju Haknyeon. Who is Kirara Asuka's boyfriend? Kirara Asuka is reportedly in a relationship with Hirok (Hirokawa Ryu), an intellectually disabled individual, as per Japan's L Magazine. Hirok is 12 years younger than her and is a YouTuber by profession. The two initially connected through a collaborative video project and went on to publicly reveal their relationship in 2021. They made a notable appearance together as a couple on the runway at the Kansai Collection fashion show held at Osaka's Kyocera Dome last year. They dressed as characters from the anime Fairy Musketeers Little Red Riding Hood, fulfilling Hirok's dream of walking the runway. The public showed support for the unusual union of two people from different backgrounds until the Ju Haknyeon scandal surfaced. Why is Kirara Asuka being accused of cheating on her BF with Ju Haknyeon? Ju Haknyeon and his acquaintances allegedly met with Kirara Asuka at a private bar in Tokyo's Roppongi district on late May 29, as reported by K-media outlet News1 Korea. They had drinks and allegedly got cozy with each other. Photos obtained by Japan's Shukan Bunshun show Ju Haknyeon and Kirara Asuka in close contact, including hugging and her resting her chin on his shoulder. Additionally, THE BOYZ's agency ONE HUNDRED allegedly found circumstantial evidence of Ju Haknyeon engaging in pr*stitution with Asuka Kirara, as reported by Tenasia. This led to speculation that she was cheating on her boyfriend with the K-pop idol. Kirara Asuka's other romantic link-ups A decade ago, Kirara Asuka was linked to Hey! Say! JUMP's Inoo Kei, as per a report by Japanese media outlet Shukan Josei, which has now resurfaced. At the time, the pair was reportedly spotted together in close proximity at the Marina Bay Sands hotel in Singapore.
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Ju Haknyeon controversy: Did MC Mong facilitate THE BOYZ member's meeting with Kirara Asuka? Company exit fuels rumors
Ju Haknyeon's recent meet-up with former Japanese AV actress Kirara Asuka sparked intense scrutiny. Following that, he left THE BOYZ after his agency terminated his contract. K-media reports mentioned the severity of the agency's decision being based on prostitution allegations against the artist. The agency's co-founder also stepped down days earlier, fueling rumors of involvement in the same scandal. THE BOYZ' Ju Haknyeon accused of prostitution Ju Haknyeon faced intense scrutiny after the surfacing of photos of his recent meet-up with Kirara Asuka, a former pornstar based in Japan. The images featured the artist displaying skinship with her at a private bar in Tokyo's Roppongi district on May 29. The pictures showcased them hugging and Kirara Asuka resting her chin on the former THE BOYZ member's shoulder. Media reports indicated that Ju Haknyeon 's contract termination was due to allegations of him paying for prostitution, rather than just meeting with Kirara Asuka. The artist denied the allegation, but fan theories did not end there. As prostitution is a punishable offence in South Korea, the former THE BOYZ member's alleged involvement in it generated great buzz among netizens. Notably, 5 days before his departure from the group, i.e., on June 13, THE BOYZ's agency, ONE HUNDRED announced MC Mong's exit. MC Mong was the agency's co-founder and chief producer, and as per the official notice, he had been removed from all company operations due to 'personal reasons.' This led to netizens taking to discussion portal theqoo, to allege that he was involved in prostitution as well and even facilitating Ju Haknyeon's meet-up with Kirara Asuka, due to his contacts. A lot of individuals heavily criticized him for allegedly ruining an artist's image and career and sarcastically called it "legendary." The ones who believe in the paid sex allegations, stated, "Seems like there's a reason he got cut of" and raised questions like "Why does he live like that?" Thus, the controversy seems far from over, even after Ju Haknyeon's handwritten apology. With new allegations emerging, it potentially further reduced his chances of a comeback in the industry.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
This ‘Weak Hero Class 1' actor is exempted from military service! Find out why he does not have to serve—deets inside
Military service in South Korea is mandatory for all able-bodied men in the country. This particular actor, however, has been exempted from doing his mandatory service. In recent reports, it was shared that fans of Shin Seung Ho , well-known for his appearance in 'Alchemy of Souls,' do not have to worry about the actor going on military hiatus anytime soon! Find out why he has officially been exempted from military service. 'Love Alarm' actor Shin Seung Ho exempted from military service Shin Seung Ho has officially been exempted from military service, as reported by K-media news outlet Tenasia. On June 18, the reports were shared stating that the actor is not considered an able-bodied man due to a major injury. Due to this, the actor has been officially exempted from serving in the military. His agency also stated in response to the reports and confirmed that since the actor suffers from ACL (anterior cruciate ligament), he will be unable to complete his military enlistment. On the other hand, Sports Chosun also reported on the matter, stating that 'Shin Seung Ho underwent surgery for a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, while performing personal schedules in 2021 and was subsequently exempted from military service.' The actor underwent a physical exam to define fitness level The reports also shared that the 'Omniscient Reader: The Prophet' actor underwent an official physical exam to determine whether he should be serving in the military or not. According to the test, it was found that he is not of full health and cannot serve properly in the military, thus exempting him from mandatory service. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Поза во сне может многое рассказать о вашем характере! Удивительные Новости Undo More about Shin Seung Ho Shin Seung Ho began his career on the soccer fields and then slowly shifted towards modeling for all kinds of brands. The actor then finally went out of his comfort zone and entered the realm of the Korean entertainment industry through his 2018 debut in the popular online web series 'A-Teen.' Seung Ho has since then starred in a lot of films and dramas, such as 'Homemade Love Story,' 'The Good Bad Mother,' and ' Double Patty ,' and has continued to rise through the ranks in terms of popularity.
