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Rising Group Andable just hit a new career high with their second mini album, Sequence 2 Attraction, selling more than 800,000 copies in its first week from October 27th to November 2nd. According to Hunteo Chart, the exact total was 800,000, which tops the 731,000 copies their debut mini album, Sequence 1, Curiosity sold. More than 520,000 of those copies were sold on day one alone, and the album also took first place on Hunteo's daily and weekly album charts, as well as Circle Charts' daily retail album chart. The excitement is global too, with the album landing in the top 10 of iTunes' top albums charts in 15 regions, while every track, including the title song French Kissing, made it onto Melon's Hot 100. The new release follows a feeling that grows from curiosity to interest and then to attraction, and Andible is continuing their comeback activities across the board.

The Eastern District of Virginia court rejected the case on October 22nd, even after giving her a chance to fix her complaint, because she had not completed her copyright registration, offered no proof BTS ever heard her music, and could not show that the recording she said a sheriff made in 2023 even exists. The court also found her claim of a verbal contract too vague, since she could not say who she made the deal with, when, or for how much. Judgment went in favour of all the defendants, and Mace has 30 days to appeal if she chooses. Some serious news for Enhypen fans. The group's agency, Beelft Lab, announced on November 3rd that it has filed a criminal complaint over stalking and privacy violations targeting member Jay. According to industry reports, starting in June, the person repeatedly called Jay's personal number, first claiming to be an internet and TV installation service worker, mentioning his family, and pretending to offer products in order to get more information. After Jay confirmed with his family that the claims were false, the individual kept trying to contact him, then secretly recorded the calls and spread them across several platforms, including KacaoTalk, Instagram, and X. The agency says it has also asked all three major telecom companies to help identify the person, and it thanked fans whose tips helped with the case. Beelft Labs stressed that it will take a zero-tolerance approach, with no settlement and no leniency, for anyone who threatens its artist's safety and privacy.

News sources report that Tagawan, chairwoman of 100, denied fraud charges in her second court hearing at the Seoul Central District Court on November 3rd. She faces accusations of taking about 110 billion won from the company Nomus over promised Timming concert and merchandise deals, along with about 121 billion one tied to an EXO CBX merchandise contract, 11 billion, one linked to a FIO Promise 9 platform project, and a 54 billion, one lease deposit from an acquaintance. Her newly appointed lawyer admitted that the money was received, but argued there was no deception or intent, saying the contracts followed normal procedures and no firm start dates were ever promised. The defense also rejected more than 20 prosecution witness statements, which means the court will call those witnesses in person, including the NOMU CEO and the acquaintance involved in the lease. The next hearings are set for December, so this case is far from over.

Reseen is back, just four months after their surprise hit, and this time they're aiming for a steady climb instead of a lucky break. The group held a media showcase in Seoul on November 3rd for their fourth mini album, Purse, following the sleeper success of their song Love Attack, which hit number one on Mellon's Top 100 chart in July, two years after its release. The title track, With, was performed on stage for the first time, with all five members showing off sharp, synchronized choreography, including a signature fox-shaped hand move, while Minami's powerful high notes lifted the chorus. One standout track, Pekwayoran, was co-written with Je from Netflix's K-pop Demon Hunters, and it was inspired by a calligraphy phrase Minimi had written as her goal for the year. Members said they care more about leaving a lasting musical impression than chasing chart numbers, and Perse arrives on major music platforms at 6 pm on November 3rd.

The Kaohjong Show will land on about 3,300 screens worldwide, and the Chakarta show on about 2800, with Korean fans able to watch at CGV, Lotte Cinema, and Mega Box, either live or on a 1-2-day delay depending on time zones. Tickets go on sale November 5th, with domestic booking opening at 10 in the morning Korea time and global booking at 10 that night. This follows the group's wrap-up of their Latin America leg, where 14 sold out shows in five cities drew a reported 853,000 fans before they head to Southeast Asia for 15 shows across 5 cities.

Blackpink's Jisoo is taking over global charts with her new single Addicted, the second pre-release track from her first full-length album, which dropped on October 30th. According to industry reports, the song hit number one on iTunes in 28 regions and claimed a top spot on the iTunes Worldwide Song Chart. It also entered Apple Music's Top Songs chart in 15 regions and landed on Spotify's Daily Top Songs Global Chart, while in China it ranked first on QQ Music sales, trending, and sharing charts. The music video matched that momentum by reaching number one on YouTube's worldwide trending list and the global daily popular music video chart. Addicted captures the sweet, dizzying pull of love, with a rap section in the second half and lyrics that Jisoo helped write herself, and fans can catch her performing it on Korean music shows this week, her first domestic music show appearance in about one year and nine months.

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Even filming at real castles in Germany and the Czech Republic. Shin Mina stars as the flawless Empress Navier, who responds to her Emperor's divorce demand by asking to remarry a prince, with Juji Hun as the Emperor, Li Jong Suk as the prince who also plays a bird-shaped character named Queen, and Li Seyong as the ambitious runaway slave Rasta. Director Cho Su Won said he aimed for a tone between the serious novel and the lighter, playful webtoon, while Sheen explained she had to show Navier's humanity without letting her composure crack. The 10-episode series was moved up a day to November 3rd, with the first four episodes dropping together and two new episodes arriving every Wednesday after that.

A third look features head-to-toe denim, with her long hair flowing loose and her sleeves rolled up for a confident, charismatic energy. Industry reports say the photos give off a calmer, more mature mood than her usual bright and lovable image, which has fans excited for what's next. She signed with a new agency, Ringcoms, back in September, and she has also expanded into acting through the film Project Why, so all eyes are on how she'll move between music and acting from here.

Virtual stars are about to get their own red carpet moment, as the Korea Virtual Human Industry Association announced the first ever virtual icon awards, set for February 27th and 28th, 2027, at Kintex in Guiang, Kyongi Province. This is the first award ceremony dedicated solely to virtual beings, honoring acts like the boy band Plave and the content creator group Stell Live, under the theme May Your Talent Transcend the World's Stereotypes. Twenty recipients will take home awards, including four grand prizes across the categories of Virtual Idol, Virtual Streamer, Virtual Character, and Virtual Producer, and one of those four will be crowned with the top honor, the inaugural Virtual Icon Award. Winners will be chosen entirely by fan votes, with the first round already open, the second round starting on December 15th, and the final round beginning on January 20th. Association Chief Sogo Khan said the group hopes the ceremony becomes a starting point where virtual personalities are recognized for their talent and potential by overcoming boundaries and stereotypes.

As of 7 p.m. on November 3rd, the title track With and four other songs from the album, including Finest Thing, Peka Yoran, Mimi, and Dragon, filled the top six spots on the Melon Hot 100. Even more impressive, With climbed to number one, beating out Neon by rookie girl group A2O Light, a song that has been sparking a huge challenge craze on social media. The music video also drew strong attention, reaching about 170,000 views and 53,000 likes within just one hour of its release. Reseen will keep the momentum going on November 7th at the 2026 Korea Grand Music Awards at Kutok Skydome in Seur, where member Wani will also serve as co-host on the first night alongside actress Namjian.

The story follows three struggling comedians in a trio called Asura, played by Kang Hun, Chu Hyunto, and Kim Jong Jin, who have endured 10 years without a breakthrough and meet a mysterious woman who helps them find their own tomorrows. Director Chong Ji Hun, known for Mai Hedi, The House with a Yard, and 2521, says the show mixes laughter with sparkling tears, and he even met comedian Chang Dong Min to get the comedy world right. Chu Yun To said the cast had so much fun pranking each other that it shows on screen, and he joked that his romance acting instincts woke up too. Hot Goodbye premieres on November 11th and airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 10.50pm, with Kang Hun calling it a perfect fit for the winter season.

Rookie boy group Cortice is about to win over Japanese fans before even making their official Japan debut, as they are set to perform live on the first night of Fuji TV's 2026 FNS Music Festival on December 2nd. That festival is one of Japan's biggest year-end music specials, right up there with NHK's Kohaku Dagasen, and it features the artists who were loved throughout the year. The group has already built an impressive track record there, with their second mini album Green Green, topping Oricon's daily album chart on its first day of release in May, reaching number four on Billboard Japan's Hot Albums and earning a gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan for passing 100,000 shipments. They also sold out all three shows of their first Japan tour at Pia Arena MMM in Kanagawa this September, and they were invited to Rock in Japan Festival 2026 as the only K-pop act. Next up, they will perform at the Melon Music Awards in Seoul on the 15th, then at the Mama Awards at Kyosera Dorm Osaka on the 20th and 21st.

17's Dino is surprising fans with a brand new solo single called Automatic, arriving today at 6 in the evening career time. This time he's trading Trot for Romance, as the track is a love song that captures the thrill of falling for someone with a fresh, refreshing sound. Dino took part in writing and composing the song, and he got extra help from producer Jinte Ko, who has worked on a Grammy-winning project. Fans may remember a first taste of it because Dino previewed the stage back in August at the Kirbucho, wowing the crowd with silky falsetto and singing rap. He's been building his solo catalogue since the 2021 mixtape Wait, and just a few months ago he tried his hand at trot under his alter ego Pitolin, so this return to a love song is a fun shift.

Actor Pyonusok is making waves beyond the screen, as three short films backed by his production support project have been chosen to open this year's Seoul Independent Film Festival. The 52nd edition of the festival announced its opening films on November 2nd, all selected from Pyon's initiative called Self by Pyonus Hok, shorts on 2025. The three titles are She Is Always, directed by Pak Dongbin, D.E.D. Ymbe, directed by Ho Ziyun, and Nowhere, directed by Yi Juyong, and each will have its world premiere at the festival. All three begin with the theme of love, but they look at the lives of young people today from very different angles, from an airport guide facing job loss to a girl who can stop time, and a delivery rider and toll booth worker spending New Year's Eve together. The festival runs for 10 days starting November 25th at CGV Apgudong and CGV Tongdam CineCity with an official press conference set for November 4th.

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