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India is rapidly emerging as a new hub for K-pop , with 2024 shaping up to be an exciting year for Indian K-pop fans. With several K-pop idols confirmed for concerts and fan sign events, the fanbase is buzzing with anticipation! The growing popularity of K-pop in India has reached new heights, and fans are thrilled to finally see their favorite idols perform live on Indian soil. Are you excited too? Let’s take a closer look at the highly anticipated K-pop events happening in India this year, featuring some of the biggest stars from the K-pop world! EXO's SUHO EXO's leader Suho has confirmed his visit to India for the K-Wave Festival , one of the biggest K-pop events featuring Korean cuisine, culture, music, and K-drama discussions. Fans are eagerly awaiting his appearance. This marks Suho's second visit to India after nearly a decade. The festival will take place on October 18 in Mumbai and October 20 in Bangalore , with tickets available on the Skillbox website ! Hyolyn Hyolyn is gearing up for her 2024 U.S. Tour, but first, she's set to deliver a powerful performance at the K-Wave Festival in India . She will perform alongside EXO’s Suho on October 18 in Mumbai and October 20 in Bangalore , thrilling Indian K-pop fans! As a former member of the iconic K-pop group SISTAR, Hyolyn is celebrated for her incredible vocals and stage presence. This will be her second visit to India, following her 2022 appearance at the K-pop India Contest, deepening her bond with Indian fans. NTX NTX will be the main performer at Rage De Korea 2024 , one of the biggest K-pop events organized in India to celebrate the strong relationship between Korea and India. The event welcomes K-pop fans and K-entertainment enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy performances, exhibitions, K-cuisine, and more. The boy group will also make an appearance during the semi-final round of the All India K-pop Contest 2024 , scheduled for October 19th ! Lucas SuperM's Lucas is confirmed to perform at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong , India, on November 15th . The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the year’s biggest celebrations, combining music, fashion, literature, and culture. This festival attracts numerous tourists from around the world. BamBam GOT7 member BamBam has officially confirmed his first-ever fan sign event in India, surprising Desi K-pop fans! The fan sign will be part of BamBam's solo tour, "Showcase TOUR BAMESIS" . The event is scheduled for December 15, 2024 , at Mumbai's Yashwantrao Chavan Centre . This marks BamBam's first visit to India, adding to the excitement. Further details about the fan sign and showcase are yet to be disclosed. EXO's Chen and Xiumin The K-Town Festival 2.0 is scheduled for 14th December 2024 , though the official lineup has yet to be revealed. Organizers have already started teasing fans with spoilers, and hints so far suggest that EXO's Chen and Xiumin may take center stage at the event. More details are expected to be announced soon! With several K-pop idols confirmed for concerts and fan sign events, the excitement is building, and Indian fans are gearing up for an unforgettable year of live performances. Are you ready for this wave of K-pop magic in India? Which idols are you most excited to see? #KWaveIndia #Chen #Xiumin #EXO #SUHO #Hyolyn #BAMBAM #GOT7 #NTX #KWAVEFESTIVAL

Younha just dropped her comeback 7th full album, Growth Theory, and we have the full album breakdown and more! With amazing concept photos to go with the visuals and epic sound, we can't wait to share this masterpiece with you! As this year marks Younha's 20th anniversary since her debut, the singer plans on holding a special celebration with the release of her 7th full album! Previously, Younha dominated domestic music charts with the title track "Event Horizon" from her 6th repackaged album, End Theory: Final Edition , sweeping major broadcasting station music program trophies and even claiming "Song of the Year" at various year-end award ceremonies. As a result, her fans have been waiting for her 7th album to be released. "Growth Theory" concept photos (courtesy of C9 Entertainment) Most recently, the singer-songwriter and record producer successfully wrapped up her small concert series, "潤夏: Shining Summer" which gained a lot of positive reviews after sold-out shows of around 15,000 people. Impressive! Now, what I really love about Younha, is that all of her efforts appear to be effortless, which leads on to give her a flawless stage presence. I think September is a good time for the singer to release her new 7th album as well, as the summer hit season has neared an end, and the colorful fall season is about to take off, I believe that with her relaxed feel. Let's check out the behind-the-scenes "Making of"! Growth Theory was released on September 1, 2024, at 18:00 KST . Let us know your favorite track! Let us know in the comments below, your thoughts on her new album. #윤하   #YOUNHA   #혜성은_지지않는다 🌠 #윤하_홀릭스 💓 #GROWTHTHEORY   #정규7집   #태양물고기   #Sunfish

Based upon the true history of the Japanese invasion of Korea during the late 1500s, Park Jeong Min and Gang Dong Won reunite as enemies on the battlefield, but were once master and slave, to fight for the freedom of Korea from Japan. We preview this epic new film and why it's a must-watch! Synopsis An adaptation of the life of a slave relieved of his duties due to his outstanding martial arts skill during the Imjin War (1592 — 1598), Uprising tells the tale of Cheon Young ( Gang Dong Won Dr. Cheon and The Lost Talisman 2023), a slave serving the only son of the most powerful military family in Joseon, Jong Ryeo ( Park Jeong Min Hellbound 2021). The two grew up together and became close friends, but destiny would have it another way. As the two grow up in a chaotic Korea, the Joseon King Seonjo ( Cha Seung Won Our Blues 2022), abandons his people and flees north amid Japan's invasion of the Korean peninsula. The people of Joseon form the Righteous Army to fight against the invaders causing friends to become enemies in the process. King Seonjo claims the people supporting the Righteous Army as traitors and should be executed. Cheon Young becomes a great swordsman and joins the Righteous Army while Jong Ryeo is on the King's side. Sounds interesting right? Let's see the trailer! Why we're watching "EPIC" is the only word we can think of after watching this trailer! The action, set design, costumes, and attention to detail are second to none as we can only wait in anticipation for Uprising 's October 11th release date on Netflix . The storyline, although not new, is still intriguing and interesting to watch since during this time, the core of the Japanese army was the samurai. So watching an army of farmers and peasants (the Righteous Army) fight back against an elite military regime in the samurai will be very entertaining to watch! Elite actors With a veteran cast, including Jung Il Sung from The Glory 1 & 2 , there will be no shortage of talent. Uprising promises to be an adrenaline-rushing historical ride that will keep us glued to the screen and craving more! Uprising premiered on October 2, 2024, at the Busan International Film Festival as the opening film. Screenwriter, Park Chan Wook, served as the director of award-winning films Oldboy (2003) and The Handmaiden (2016). Let us know if we got you excited about this new film! Comment below with your thoughts! #Uprising #UprisingNetflix #ParkChanWook #Oldboy #TheHandmaiden #ParkJeongMin #GangDongWon #historicaldrama #Joseon

The K-drama Love Next Door  has been one of the most anticipated series of 2024, winning over fans with its charming romantic-comedy narrative. However, the latest development in Episode 8 has left viewers disappointed and frustrated. What began as a lighthearted and fun show has now taken a heavy and dramatic turn, leading to widespread discussion and debate among fans. In Episode 8, fans were shocked to learn that the main character, Bae Seok Ryu, portrayed by Jung So-min ( Mu Deok, Alchemy of Souls , 2022) had secretly been dealing with Stage 3 stomach cancer during her time in the U.S. The revelation occurs after Seok Ryu suffers severe abdominal pain and is rushed to the hospital. There, she discloses to the doctor that she underwent surgery to remove 70% of her stomach, followed by chemotherapy. Although the surgery was successful, the cancer might relapse, leaving fans heartbroken over this dramatic shift. Fans quickly took to social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram to express their disappointment with the terminal illness twist, which they feel has become a cliché in recent K-dramas. Many have compared Love Next Door  to Queen of Tears , another 2024 drama that also featured a female lead suffering from a terminal illness, challenging the dynamics of the lead couple's relationship. This similarity has left viewers hoping Love Next Door  won’t follow the same sad-happy ending. The introduction of this terminal illness plotline has sparked criticism from fans who believe that many 2024 K-dramas are recycling the same emotional twists. Viewers have voiced their frustration, noting that this type of plot has been overused in shows like Lovely Runner , where death and illness also played a central role despite the drama’s positive conclusion. Many are longing for the days of simpler yet emotionally powerful stories, like those seen in iconic dramas from the mid-2010s, such as Goblin  and Descendants of the Sun . Fans can catch the next episodes of Love Next Door  on tvN and Netflix at 9:20 PM KST for an international audience. Let’s see if the show will surprise us with an unexpected, refreshing twist or continue down its current melancholic path. What do you think about this shocking twist in the K-dramas? Let us know in the comments! #LoveNextDoor #JungHaeIn   #JungSoMin   #KimJiEun   #YunJiOn #terminalillness #plot #QueenOfTears #LovelyRunner

Seoul authorities have found toxic substances in fast fashion online retailers Shein and Temu products, and have set out on a crackdown of importations. Here are the details and our thoughts. With many people moving to fast fashion as a cheaper and more convenient way to shop and show off the latest trends, this has caused big market players such as SHIEN and TEMU to throw out thousands of new designs for both men and women to buy. These latest fashion items are sold very cheaply, making them great for one-time wear. This, however, has caused many environmental concerns from protesters and even the consumers. Recently, it came to light that some of the w omen's accessories sold contained toxic substances, some of which included hundreds of times above acceptable levels, authorities in Seoul announced. To dive into more detail, shoes from Shein were found to contain significantly high levels of phthalates -- chemicals used to make plastics more flexible -- with one pair 229 times above the legal limit. "Phthalate-based plasticizers affect reproductive functions such as sperm count reduction, and can cause infertility and even premature birth," an official from Seoul's environmental health team announced in an interview. One such chemical "is classified as a human carcinogen by the International Cancer Institute, so special care should be taken to avoid long-term contact with the human body", they added. Formaldehyde, a chemical commonly used in home building products, was detected. For me when I heard this news, I have to say that I was not surprised at all. Pushing out fast fashion, and with some of (if not all of the clothing lines) produced in terrible working conditions in third world countries where there are little to no 'health and safety' standards of course there will be an issue with leaked chemicals. Do I think this will put their consumers off of buying their products? No! I sadly do not think it will make a difference to them what so ever, which then leads to SHIEN and TEMU getting away with having no final standards or checks on their products. My family members and I, have purchased items from SHEIN before, and have been really impressed with the quality of the item, since the price was so low and the item arrived in a matter of days, unlike some of SHEINS competitors. For the Seoul authorities, I believe that destroying and removing these harmful items is the right thing to do, however, I really do not think it will be enough, and merely a dent in the ocean floor on this occasion. What do you think about toxic chemicals found in these retailer's products? Let us know in the comments below. #shien #TEMU #toxic #fastfashion

Welcome back, Korean learners! Today, we're spicing things up with a real-life restaurant conversation between two people! Ready? Let's start dining! Whether you're dreaming of your next Korean meal or just eager to practice your Korean in a fun way, this is the perfect opportunity. And if you missed our last lesson on common Korean dinner table items like : (tables, chairs, and spoons.. etc) be sure to check it out for some extra practice! In today's article, we're focusing on a lively exchange between Emma and her dining companion. Whether you're planning a trip to Korea or just want to get more comfortable with everyday conversations, this lesson is perfect for you! We’ll break down the dialogue, highlight useful phrases, and give you some sentences to practice on your own. Ready to speak Korean like a pro? Let’s get started! The Dialogue : Part 1: The boy: 안녕하세요, Emma. (annyeonghaseyo Emma. ) Hi, Emma! Emma: 안녕하세요, Liam. (annyeonghaseyo Liam.) Hi, Liam! Boy: 메뉴가 좋아 보이네요. (menyuga joh-a boineyo.) The menu looks good. Emma: 예. 저는 여기에서 자주 먹어요. (ye. jeoneun yeogieseo jaju meog-eoyo.) Yes. I eat here often. Emm: 주문할 준비됐나요? (jumunhal junbidwaessnayo?) Are you ready to order? The Boy: 전 준비됐어요. (jeon junbidwaess-eoyo.) I'm ready. Emma: 쌀과 콩이 있는 치킨 타코를 먹겠어요. (ssalgwa kong-i issneun chikin takoleul meoggess-eoyo.) I'll have the chicken tacos with rice and beans. Boy: 좋은 것 같아요. (joh-eun geos gat-ayo.) That sounds good. Boy: 하지만 저는 채식 타코로 하겠어요. (hajiman jeoneun chaesig takolo hagess-eoyo.) But I'll have the vegetarian tacos. Waiter: 마실 것 드릴까요? (masil geos deulilkkayo?) Would you like anything to drink? Emma: 아뇨. 물이면 좋아요. (anyo. mul-imyeon joh-ayo.) No. Water is fine. Boy: 저도 물이 좋아요. (jeodo mul-i joh-ayo.) I like water too. Part 2: Boy: 음식이 좋아 보여요. (eumsig-i joh-a boyeoyo.) The food looks good. Emma: 예. 먹죠. (ye. meogjyo.) Yes. Let's eat. Boy: 오, 아녜요. (o, anyeyo.) Oh no... Boy: 잊었어요! (ij-eoss-eoyo!) I forgot! Boy: 콩은 먹지 말아야겠어요. (kong-eun meogji mal-ayagess-eoyo.) No beans! Key Vocabulary & Phrases: Comprehension Questions: Make sure to leave your answers in the comments section below! 📝 In our next article, we’ll go over the correct answers and discuss any questions or common mistakes. Stay tuned and keep up the great work! #LearnKorean #Korean #Languages #Korea #SouthKorea #LearnKoreanWithConversations

BREAKING news, with the recent NewJeans plea for former HYBE CEO to be reinstated, the new HYBE CEO breaks silence. Let's get into the details! On the morning of September 12 KST, it was a bleak morning for HYBE members and stakeholders. Actually, this was the first extraordinary meeting of HYBE Labels shareholders in recent months following the outed former CEO Min . (See my previous article). On this day, Lee Jae Sang , previously Chief Strategy Officer, was officially appointed CEO of HYBE, taking over after Park Ji Won .  After the HYBE signed band made an unannounced YouTube public plea, the newly appointment CEO, Lee Jae Sang, commented on the latest request made by the members of NewJeans, asking to have Min Hee Jin restored to her position as CEO of ADOR. Lee told reporters, "It will take some time, but we will stick to regulations and respond calmly. HYBE is a company which follows the rules and pursues precision management. Looking back, those who follow the rules always end up as the winners." We at Dojeon Media agree with this statement. It was not so long ago that NewJeans and other public figures were trying to get the CEO replaced. Their public pleas seemed very unprofessional and inexperienced. Some industry insiders understood Lee Jae Sang's comment to mean that HYBE Labels will not abide by the request of the NewJeans members, and will continue to separate management from creative production in the era of HYBE 2.0, which we believe will be a fresh era for the label. Although this statement was short and sweet, we hope that it has an impact and stops all of the drama that has erupted over what should have been a simple replacement of the CEO. Let us know your thoughts on this in the comments below. #HYBE #newjeans #ADOR #minheejin #controversy

Lee Young Ji becomes the new MC of The Seasons  after Zico , continuing KBS's 30-year legacy of iconic late-night music talk shows. The musical night show, which became a cultural staple among Korea's locals in the 90s, is still enjoyed by the generation of the 21st century. For over 30 years, KBS has entertained all age groups with late-night musical shows after the day's hustle. The program began as a festival special show, but with continued love from the people, KBS has maintained this musical ritual for three decades. Let's look at the evolution of late-night music shows in Korea. KBS's History of Late-Night Music Shows KBS took the initiative of starting a midnight show that all age groups could enjoy. The only common subject here was music. In the 90s, Korea saw the rise of K-pop with idols like Uhm Jung Hwa and Seo Taiji & the Boys. The music was something enjoyed by everyone. This is how the KBS late-night music show was born! KBS first premiered the show in 1992 with Roh Young Sim as the host. The show's main theme was kept like a talk show, where musical artists would come to discuss their new releases or experiences and then answer some audience questions or musical requests. This late-night show soon became every Korean family’s favorite weekend show, which explains how KBS has been running the show for 30 years now! The Seasons  seeks to continue the broadcaster's history of late-night music talk shows, following “Roh Young Sim’s Small Concert” (1992-94), “ Lee So-ra’s Propose ” (1996-2002), “Yoon Do Hyun’s Love Letter” (2002-08), “Lee Hana’s Peppermint” (2008-09), and “You Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook” (2009-22). Rapidly, this late-night music show also gained popularity among worldwide fans with the global rise of K-pop. Fans loved watching their favorite idols come on stage, sharing stories and performances that helped them forget the worries of the entire week. How did KBS come up with The Seasons ? In July, renowned singer-songwriter You Hee Yeol stepped down from You Hee Yeol’s Sketchbook , a Friday night fixture for more than a decade, after issuing multiple apologies over plagiarism claims regarding his 2021 track "A Very Private Night." This is when KBS introduced a fresh late-night musical show. The name of the show was decided to follow the MC's name as a new tradition. Just like the four seasons of the year, the show's theme is to bring a new MC every season. The first season was hosted by Jay Park , followed by Choi Jung Hoon, AKMU , Lee Hyori, and Zico, and finally, with the arrival of autumn, this season’s MC will be Lee Young Ji. Since 2022 The Seasons has enjoyed a wide number of viewership that proves KBS's right choice to continue the legacy of late-night music shows. Impact of Late-Night Musical Shows on Audiences Those who have watched the popular K-drama Reply 1988  probably know how, in the 1980s and 90s, there was usually one TV per family, and during weekends, the whole family would sit together for dinner, enjoying particular shows. These musical shows played an important role. They not only entertained families but kept them united too. Each episode would welcome musical artists from various generations, ensuring no age group was disappointed. Another interesting fact is that many couples or admirers used to send secret messages to these late-night shows, and the MC would play a song upon request, acting as a cupid or mentor. Lee Young Ji’s first episode of The Seasons  will air on September 27 at 10 p.m. KST , marking the start of a brand-new season! As KBS's The Seasons continues to bring families and fans together through unforgettable musical moments. Do you have any fond memories of watching late-night musical shows with your loved ones? Share your stories with us—we’d love to hear from you! #LeeYoungJi #TheSeasons #KBS #talkshow #JayPark

Kang Tae Oh's popularity is currently on the rise! Just discharged from his military duties, the star is back on our screens in a new romantic comedy with Lee Sun Bin! We tackle what he's been up to recently and more about his upcoming project! As I am sure you are already aware, Kim Yoon Hwan known professionally as Kang Tae Oh is a South Korean actor and singer. He was a member of the actor group 5urprise . He rose to international popularity for his starring role in the television series Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022). On August 31, 2022, Kang announced at a fan meeting that he would enlist for his mandatory military service on September 20, 2022. He conducted basic military training at the 37th Infantry Division Jeungpyeong-gun , North Chungcheong Province [10] , and then served as an assistant training instructor with the same division. Kang was discharged on March 19, 2024, after serving as an active duty soldier for 18 months, and now he is ready to return to our screens with some interesting new content. The star has also described his current mood as "Emerald," he expressed his determination, saying, "I will hold the solid light that has been well trimmed over the past year and six months and show it to everyone." Let's take a closer look at some of the star's best moments! 2024 has been the year of return for the star, and as Kang Tae Oh steps back into the limelight, Potato Research Institute was born. This new K-drama is a rom-com drama set in the backdrop of the rural potato research institute. The drama will show how the lead characters’ lives collide with each other. While Tae Oh will play So Baek Ho, Lee Sun Bin will portray Kim Mi Kyeong. The characters’ backstory already adds a lot of curiosity to the audience’s expectations. I believe that with the stars' dedication, sex appeal, and all-round acting this new drama will be a success. After all most K-dramas have that romantic feel and happy ending that audiences love to see. Let's take a look at the trailer:! Let us know in the comments below, why you think Kang Tae Oh has become popular recently. #LeeSunBin #KangTaeOh #PotatoResearchInstitute

NewJeans members call for the return of the ex-ADOR CEO, Min Hee Jin , creating a rift in the K-pop and HYBE community as fans were shocked to hear one of their favorite girl groups fighting against the biggest K-pop entertainment label! Let's take a look at the details! NewJeans members on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, demanded that record label HYBE reinstate Min Hee Jin as CEO of the girl group's management agency ADOR . "What we want is the original ADOR headed by Min Hee Jin, where management and production moved in unison" , all five members said through a YouTube livestream, openly calling for Min's reinstatement for the first time. Let's see what they actually said! The live stream came about two weeks after ADOR removed Min from the CEO position following a months-long dispute between Min and HYBE, which owns an 80 percent stake in the label. This ongoing public battle to get Min removed from the label took months and she made it known that she would not go down without a fight. HYBE has accused Min of plotting to seize control of ADOR to break away from its parent company and take NewJeans with her since April. Min has denied the allegations, hitting back at HYBE for allegedly discriminating against NewJeans in favor of other artists under HYBE. Not to mention that this live stream was against YouTube's policies, which meant that the now-deleted video (of course people recorded it) was recorded at the time under a newly-created account named "nwjns". Sounds like a risky career move to us. In our opinion, the time spent to get the former CEO removed took months, and the amount of media attention that it gained and again will gain now since they are asking for reinstatement seems like a cry for help and a way to get NewJeans into the mainstream media. They should focus on keeping their own reputations in tact, and creating new music and move on with a new CEO who in time will settle into the role. Will this cry for reinstatement go anywhere? We think not, but it is a crazy world that we live in right now, so truly anything could happen. Let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below. #newjeans #ADOR #HYBE #livestream

This year’s The Fact Music Awards (TMA) have ended! We have all the details on who won and thoughts! The 2024 The Fact Music Award s, was held between September 7th and 8th in Osaka Japan. The awards were for exceptional artists, and the fact’s 10th anniversary’ to move beyond Korea to Japan to become a truly global K-POP festival, which meant it was more exciting for fans! This event is also considered as one of K-pop's most loved award shows, the TMA honors the best K-pop songs, albums, and artists of the year. Aespa won this year’s Daesang Grand Prize, making them the first female artist to win this award. They took home a total of three awards this year, and in addition to the Daesang award, they also took home the Listeners Choice Award and the Artist of the Year award. Winners Of 2024 The Fact Music Awards Day 1 Fan N Star Choice Award (Group): PLAVE Fan N Star Choice Award (Solo): Lim Young Woong Angel N Star Award: Lim Young Woong Hot Potential: woo!ah! and YOUNG POSSE Next Leader Award: TWS Four Star Award: FStray Kids Hottest Award: NEXZ Today's Choice Award: TWS Global Generation Award: Kep1er Global Hot Trend Award: EVNNE and n.SSign Hot Stage of the Year: Kim Jae Joong Best Music (Summer): Lim Young Woong Best Music (Spring): BTS' V Best Music (Winter): Lim Young Woong Winners Of 2024 The Fact Music Awards Day 2 Worldwide Icon Award: NewJeans Next Leader Award: NCT WISH Listeners' Choice Award: aespa Hottest Award: UNIS Global Hot Trend: KISS OF LIFE and xikers Global Generation Award: &TEAM TMA Popularity Award: NewJeans Today's Choice Award: UNIS World Best Performer Award: ITZY and NewJeans Musinsa Popularity Award: NewJeans DAESANG - Grand Prize: aespa Let's take a look at the winners from Day 1 & 2! For more information on the awards, check out their website below: http://www.tfmusicawards.com/ Let us know if you have been keeping up with the 2024 TMA awards, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below! #TMA #TheFactMusicAwards #Aespa #NewJeans

BTS ' global fan group, ARMY , has taken to social media to express their unwavering support for Suga amid recent controversies surrounding an alleged DUI incident . The fan group, which spans 127 countries, united on September 8  to address the spread of false news and misperceptions about the situation. We look at how powerful K-pop fandoms have become and their effects on their idols in these two situations! Fan culture has always been a powerful force in K-pop, and the BTS ARMY is no exception. Amid the chaos surrounding Suga’s alleged scooter accident , ARMY has voiced its concerns about misinformation and has called for fair treatment of the idol. On the other hand, the shocking news of NCT's Taeil has brought misery to NCTzens ( NCT fandom name). While most fans usually support the artist in such situations, the quick response from the label made fans believe the news to be true, leading some to withdraw their support. We dive into the detailed news of both incidents along with the fans’ reactions and demands in detail! Is BTS's Army demanding Suga's departure from the group? The controversy began when it was reported that Suga was involved in a minor scooter accident while under the influence of alcohol. Although the idol issued a public apology for his actions, the case has since attracted additional scrutiny, leading to demands for the member's departure from the group. Despite the seriousness of the incident, BTS’ ARMY has stood firmly behind Suga, defending his character and calling for a transparent investigation. A statement posted on social media from BTS' largest fan club reads, “As stated above, global ARMY fan bases, both domestic and international, have gathered to affirm with one voice that we continue to support all seven members of BTS. Additionally, we strongly urge media not to give credibility to individuals with unconfirmed representation.” ARMY has refuted all claims of demanding Suga's departure and continues to support the idol. The Global ARMY Alliance confirms that it supports all seven members and will continue to stand by them. This statement highlights how antis are spreading misinformation about the ARMY supposedly demanding Suga's departure. The Global ARMY Alliance demands that their fandom name "ARMY" not be tarnished by the spread of misleading opinions on the case. The idol has already apologized, and they complied with the decisions from the legal authorities. NCTzens still support NCT? NCT's Taeil was recently removed from the group due to his involvement in sexual crimes. The news was shocking for the entire K-pop industry. Fans who saw Taeil as the quiet, timid member were in disbelief. SM Entertainment swiftly acknowledged Taeil's crime and immediately announced his departure from the group. The quick response from SM made fans believe the shocking news. Some have even linked Taeil to the Burning Sun scandal and questioned his involvement in the controversial group chat scandal as well. Naturally, NCTzens are the most affected by the news. Many fans have posted videos of themselves destroying Taeil's photocards and posters, expressing their anger over his heinous crime. While Taeil faces deserved backlash, NCTzens have shown unwavering support for the remaining NCT members. In recent news, NCT's Doyoung has personally asked fans to take some time off from supporting the group amid the ongoing controversy. Global fan clubs like BTS' ARMY and NCTzens demonstrate the immense power and influence of K-pop fandoms, shaping public perception and rallying around their idols during controversies. Their collective voice plays a pivotal role in defending or holding idols accountable, proving how deeply interconnected K-pop artists and their fans are. How do you think the role of global fan clubs will continue to shape the future of K-pop during such controversies? #Suga #Taeil #BTS #NCT #controversy #fandom #BTSARMY #NCTzens #NCT127