Leesung Kim is the Journalist of Radarkpop, covering K-pop and Korean entertainment news. His work focuses on artist updates, music releases, comeback announcements, industry developments, and trending stories from the world of Korean entertainment.
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BABYMONSTER, has achieved a significant milestone by winning their first major award at the 2025 MAMA Awards held in Hong Kong. The seven-member group was honored with the fan-voted Fans' Choice Female Top 10 award on Chapter 1 (Day 1) of the event. The group joins other
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HONG KONG — In a historic night for global music collaboration, Blackpink's Rosé and American singer Bruno Mars have been awarded the prestigious Song of the Year (Daesang) for their viral hit "APT." at the 2025 MAMA Awards Chapter 1 in Hong Kong. Watch here The ceremony,
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K-pop sensation ENHYPEN has made history by winning their fifth consecutive Worldwide Fans' Choice Top 10 Bonsang at the 2025 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) in Hong Kong on Friday, November 28, 2025. The ceremony is proceeding as planned, with a moment of silence observed and donations committed
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The 40th Golden Disc Awards (GDA) organizing committee officially announced the nominees for its major categories on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. This landmark ceremony, celebrating 40 years of honoring achievements in Korean popular music, is set to take place at the Taipei Dome in Taiwan on January 10, 2026. The
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ENHYPEN member Lee Heesueng has been officially appointed as the first male K-pop artist to serve as a solo brand ambassador for the Korean colored contact lens brand Qrsessed. The appointment, announced on November 17, 2025, marks a significant step for the brand in promoting gender-neutral beauty standards.
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In a thrilling display of fan passion and engagement, Steven, the leader of the popular K-pop group AHOF, has triumphed over SHINee's Taemin in the semi-finals of the Heart Stealer category at the 2025 Kooky Winter Leader Awards. Garnering an impressive 2,334,162 votes, Steven’
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant legal development regarding online anonymity and international defamation law, a U.S. District Court has granted a petition by K-pop entertainment giant HYBE and its affiliated group SEVENTEEN, compelling social media platform X (formerly Twitter) and Google to disclose the identity of an
Buzz news
BTS members Jimin and Jungkook are featured in a special photoshoot for Elle Japan, serving as promotional visuals for the highly anticipated second season of their travel reality show, Are You Sure?!. The new season is set to premiere globally on Disney+ on December 3, with two new episodes released
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K-pop sensation BLACKPINK recently concluded two successful shows at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan on November 22 and 23. The concerts featured high-energy performances that created a "stunning pink wave" with fans' light sticks, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. In a move that
Viral Moments
Jungkook, the world-renowned member of the K-Pop sensation BTS, while attempting to capture the essence of urban life. This spontaneous meeting not only highlights the ever-evolving dynamics of celebrity culture but also serves as a reminder of the serendipitous moments that can occur in the bustling streets
Entertainment
In a bid to further solidify K-pop's global dominance, major South Korean entertainment agencies are significantly expanding their international audition programs. This move comes in response to the increasing number of talented international trainees vying for a spot in the next generation of K-pop groups, reflecting
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Stray Kids’ Hyunjin and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo captivated attendees at an exclusive event held at Maison Cheongdam. The two stars, alongside actor Byeon Woo-seok, showcased their impeccable style in elegant black ensembles, perfectly complementing the luxurious atmosphere of the soirée on Tuesday night. The chic venue buzzed with excitement,