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Twice is making headlines as multiple members navigate their contract renewal period with JYP Entertainment. Leader Jiyo recently revealed in an interview with Forbes that the group plans to take a much-needed break until the end of the year after 11 years of nearly non-stop activities, emphasizing that this rest period is essential for their future endeavors. Meanwhile, industry reports suggest that members Zhonggyun, Zhuyu, and Chaeyung are exploring various contract options, including individual agency moves, while maintaining twice group activities through JYP, similar to the Blackpink model. Zhuyu is reportedly considering joining her family's newly established entertainment company, Wei Hai Entertainment, which her mother, Huang Yan Ling, leads and handles diverse businesses from artist management to fashion and cosmetics. JAYP Entertainment confirmed that contract discussions are ongoing with all members, with official announcements to follow once decisions are finalized.

BTS transformed London into a vibrant celebration of their music through the BTS The City. The iconic London Eye illuminated in bold red lighting during peak evening hours, while a large floating boat carrying the Erorang logo sailed along the Thames River, creating a stunning visual against the city's historic skyline. The centerpiece, Army Madang, broke from traditional reservation systems to welcome the general public, offering immersive dance experiences and interactive programs where visitors could create their own love songs infused with BTS music and personal memories. The British Museum participated with a special Korea Gallery Trail featuring Scylla Dynasty artifacts connected to the album's track, Number 29, while Samsung Electronics showcased Galaxy AI Message Walls and the Korean Tourism Organization provided K-pop dance experiences. The agency described this as a groundbreaking urban festival model that demonstrates BTS's global influence in pop music's birthplace, with the group continuing their Arrow Rang world tour in Paris on July 17th and 18th.

Singer Sue In Young is set to perform at Waterbalm Socho 2026 on August 22nd at Hanwar Resort Siraxorano after successfully completing an intense diet transformation. The appearance holds special significance as Sue F in Young previously faced criticism from production staff who jokingly called the event Belly Fat Bomb instead of Waterbalm, prompting her to declare, I will definitely lose the weight, just watch me on her YouTube channel. The original Summer Queen has been documenting her weight management journey and self-care efforts leading up to the performance, demonstrating her dedication to delivering the best stage possible. Joining a star-studded lineup that includes Rain, Lee Young Ji, Simon Dominic, and Haon, Sue in Young's appearance comes shortly after her recent remarriage announcement, with fans already expressing excitement about her anticipated legendary performance.

Our featured song today is Mr. 2026 by Young Posse, a fresh reimagining of Kara's legendary hit, Mr. This track blends chipmunk style hip hop with catchy synth rifts and rap verses, creating a kitschy yet hip vibe that pays homage to their senior label mates, while showcasing Young Posse's unique musical identity. Here's a preview. Such a creative reinvention with vintage camcorder aesthetics and youthful energy throughout. Now back to more news.

Yon Jim from Tomorrow by Together has been tapped to host the major US radio event, Z100 Summerbash, presented by Wells Fargo, on August 6th at Hudson Yards in New York, becoming the first Korean artist to perform at this prestigious outdoor concert. The iHeart Media owned Z 100 Radio Station's annual summer event will also feature global pop stars including Charlie Puth and Bella Kaye. This follows Yaound's recent confirmation for ABC's Good Morning America Summer concert series, further cementing his growing presence in the American entertainment landscape. His latest mini album, No Labels Part 2, and title track Ice Cream have been performing exceptionally well, selling over 660,000 copies on the first day to set the highest first day sales record for a Korean solo artist this year, while the track climbed to number three on Spotify's viral hits career chart and entered the top ten on Bug's weekly chart within three days.

The highly anticipated film, Hope, directed by Na Hongjin, has surpassed 500,000 pre-sale tickets as of July 14th afternoon, achieving a remarkable 65.7% advance booking rate. This milestone positions the film alongside previous box office juggernauts, the Roundup 3 and The Roundup Four, both of which exceeded 500,000 pre-sales before opening, and went on to attract 10 million viewers each. The Sci-Fi Thriller marks Na Hongjin's fourth feature film and his first release in 10 years since The Wailing, telling the story of villagers battling an unknown entity with bold action and suspense layered over his signature genre style. Starring Huang Jung Min as Police Station Chief Biom Sook, Zhou Insung as Village Youth Song Ye, and Jung Hoyun as Justice-driven Officer Song Air. The film premiered at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival competition section and opens in theaters on July 15th.

The upcoming TV and drama Spooky Romance held its production presentation on July 14th, revealing how the series boldly reimagined the original 2011 film starring Park Unbin, Yang Seijong, and Ong Song Wu. While keeping the core premise of the female lead seeing ghosts, the production team transformed nearly everything else, changing the protagonist from a magician to a prosecutor and expanding the Hotel Heiress character with a unique twist where anyone she touches can also see spirits. Park Unbin explained that the two-hour film has been expanded into a 12-episode series with six times more content, creating a richer and more entertaining story that blends occult elements with romance and investigative action. Yang Zhe Jong admitted he's actually terrified of ghosts in real life, but found the experience of meeting various spirits on set intriguing. While he worked extensively with the director through countless rehearsals to build his character's puppy-like charm that differs from his previous romance roles, the series premieres on July 18th as TVN's new Saturday-Sunday drama.

Kim He Su and Jo-Yo Juang star in the upcoming Kupang play series Infidelity Is Not the Problem Right Now, which released its intriguing teaser trailer on July 14th. The approximately 1 minute-two-second video opens with influencer Kyung-hee, played by Kim Hei-su, moving into an upscale neighborhood with her family, appearing to have everything in life, as she relaxes with her actor husband Jee Hong and daughter Ye Ji in their sunlit living room. The atmosphere shifts dramatically when dermatologist Su Ju Hung, portrayed by Zhou Yo Juang, invites her to her home and makes cryptic remarks, leading Kyuang Hee to discover shocking rumors about her husband's infidelity and eventually witness a devastating scene at an abandoned house in a demolition village. The black comedy thriller follows two seemingly perfect families spiralling into an uncontrollable incident, with director Lee Chang-hee of Hellbound and Strangers from Hell bringing his stylish sensibilities to the project, produced by Squid Game, director Huang Dong Hiuk's First Man Studio, premiering July 31st at 8 pm on Kupang Play.

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