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Persona: Sulli Confirmed to Premiere on Netflix Next Month!

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The production company Mystic Story announced that Choi Jin Ri’s (Sulli) “Persona: Sulli” will officially premiere to the global audience through Netflix this November.  On October 26, it was officially confirmed that the dual piece “Persona: Sulli” consisting of the short drama film “4: Clean Island” and the full-length documentary “Dear Jinri” will officially premiere on November 13. It will exclusively be available on Netflix. The first piece “4: Clean Island” is led by Sulli (Choi Jinri), Hwang Miyoung, and Park Gabi. It narrates the story of a character named…

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5 Most Unique K-Pop Album Packagings

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K-Pop is an industry packed with many creative minds. Its music videos and fashion styles up to its album packaging are undeniably helmed by amazing creatives. We compiled below some of the best and most artistic album packaging we saw in K-Pop history! G-Dragon‘s EP Kwon Ji Yong In 2017, the BIGBANG member released his self-entitled album, “Kwon Ji Yong.” Aside from the gem-like songs, his album caught the attention of many music lovers for its release format; USB drive. The singer opted for a USB drive instead of the…

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5 Best Girl Group Concepts in K-Pop

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K-Pop groups’ frequent releases provide us with a plethora of concepts and themes that resonate with their music, fashion, and image. K-Pop girl groups, in particular, are known for having quirky or dark concepts that aim to amuse the general public. Concepts and themes for each album are carefully considered by the creative and art directors, producers, and artists. This is one of the main reasons why fans fell in love with Korean Pop groups; it’s more than just a music album; it’s an art form. f(x) – Red Light…

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Iconic Collaborations on Year-End Shows

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Year-end shows are probably the best way to end the year with your favorite K-Pop groups! Year-end shows such as MBC Gayo Daejejeon, SBS Gayo Daejeon, and KBS Gayo Daechukje are some of the most awaited shows that present stages that we don’t often see. Group collaborations that we never knew we needed! Here are some of the most iconic collaborations in K-Pop history! GOT7 X SEVENTEEN X TWICE X GFRIEND Today’s biggest names in K-Pop once collaborated for a JYP tribute on 2016 SBS’ Gayo Daejeon.  GOT7 Jinyoung X…

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Trends Started By K-Pop Idols

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K-Pop Idols are great trendsetters. Once they wear something in shows or during rehearsals, there’s no way it won’t be viral and be the start of a fashion trend. Here are some of the best fashion trends led by your favorite K-pop idols.   1) Bubble Tea by EXO’s Sehun Sehun from EXO made famous bubble tea and the shop, Cofioca in Apgujeong, Gangnam. This specific drink brand is also a favorite of members of groups like GOT7, KARA, NCT, APINK, and many more. 2) BLACKPINK Jennie’s Two-Toned Hair Jennie…

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SM Entertainment Shaped Today’s K-Pop Culture

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SM Entertainment has undoubtedly shaped K-pop culture as we know it today. CEO Lee Soo Man founded the first K-pop idol group and created the unique idol system that has become the industry standard. Other entertainment companies have followed SM’s lead, resulting in the vast and vibrant K-pop idol scene that we enjoy today. Their first-ever idol group H.O.T became phenomenal right after their debut. Followed by BoA and TVXQ which not only dominated South Korea but also opened the doors to the International market specifically, Japan and the US.…

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