Author: Rahul M

They explained the intent behind the controversial details. P NATION has officially addressed the growing controversy surrounding the debut teaser of their new girl group, Baby DONT Cry. On June 20, KST, the group released the first teaser for their debut single “F Girl.” In the clip, one of the members is seen walking up to a store counter, placing a small packet down, and popping what appears to be candy into her mouth. However, viewers quickly pointed out that the packaging strongly resembled a condom wrapper, sparking immediate backlash.  Combined with the provocative title “F Girl” and the…

She is still active as a model. MAXIM is a magazine brand known for featuring beautiful women on its pages. While the brand began in the United Kingdom, it has expanded to over 20 other countries, including Korea. Lady Jane on the cover of MAXIM Korea. | Maxim Korea One unique aspect of the magazine is that it will give non-celebrities a chance to appear on a cover by competing in a contest, often bringing gorgeous model-level women to light. In 2021, MAXIM Korea introduced a competition for plus-size women, then called natural size. A host of beautiful women…

As time has gone on, any enthusiasm I mustered around ENHYPEN’s recent title track Bad Desire (With or Without You) has fizzled. The music just feels so undeveloped, trussed up with overly dramatic visuals that only serve to highlight how threadbare the actual sound is. This extends to their newest album, which is getting a second shot of promotion with follow-up track Outside. I like this even less than Bad Desire, though it feels like the more intentional track of the two. I see what they’re going for here, even if it’s not for me at all. This style of…

BTS‘s members can sing, dance, rap, and put on unforgettable performances, but they have also shown off their modeling skills over the years. From photoshoots to photo ops, who, in your opinion, is the group’s Top Model? Votes can be cast once every 2 hours until the voting period ends. Why does your BTS pick… Continue reading on seouluniverse

The dress definitely turned heads. Beloved actress Choi Ye Jin tied the knot with her husband, Kim Jae Wook, and the wedding has gone viral, garnering plenty of attention. While usually the reason behind viral weddings is grandiose ceremonies and over-the-top celebrations, Choi’s unexpected style has caught the most attention in this instance. While she previously shared beautiful shots of herself in a classic long white gown, it was a new set of wedding photos that truly surprised fans. In the newly released photos, Choi Yeo Jin is seen in a daring short strapless wedding dress paired with high-top…

Recently, actor Yoon Shi-yoon, known for his discipline and meticulous lifestyle, stunned both viewers and cast members of SBS’s “My Little Old Boy” by revealing his drastic method of weight loss: a 24-hour dehydration diet. In particular, to prepare for his upcoming role in the K-drama “Taxi Driver 3”, Yoon Shi-yoon aimed to refine his physique by eliminating all sources of water, including even those found in food, for a full day. The actor revealed he would attempt this diet just 3 days before his first filming, shocking many people. This “24-hour dehydration die” is an extreme approach commonly used…

The subtle change has gone viral. Popular IVE star Jang Wonyoung has become the center of attention thanks to a subtle but impactful change in makeup that is now creating quite a stir among netizens. | @for_everyoung10/Instagram A post on the popular Korean forum Pann recently went viral after highlighting her new look, which many netizens say has taken her visuals to the next level. Having surpassed 140,000 views and garnered hundreds of upvotes, the post points out how a change in makeup has dramatically enhanced her overall appearance. In the featured photo, Wonyoung sports a softer, more natural…

Each week, I’ll be taking a listen to the newest K-pop releases and giving my thoughts. Check back frequently for new reviews and commentary on everything K-Pop! Where to Buy K-Pop Albums Online Top 3 K-Pop Songs of May 2025 BEST OF 2024 MASTERPOST

In connection with my desire to fully keep up with the J-pop industry, I’m planning to do a weekly round-up of any new releases that have caught my ear. Some of these may have been covered on the blog already, but my hope is that this will become a one-stop shop for anyone interested in what’s new in J-pop. With that in mind, here’s where you come in: I’m one person with one set of musical preferences, so please embed any other new J-pop tracks you’ve enjoyed in the comments so we can get a fuller spectrum each week. *And…

As One Piece” sails toward its final saga and continues the Elbaf arc, fans are combing through years of clues to unravel one of the story’s most enduring mysteries: Who is Luffy’s mother? While Luffy’s father, the revolutionary Monkey D. Dragon, was revealed after the events in Enies Lobby, his mother has remained in the shadows. When asked about the mother in question, creator Eiichiro Oda mentioned that he was still thinking about this character, before adding that should she ever appear, she would be portrayed as a strong, strict woman, though not conventionally beautiful. Luffy’s mother would also have…