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Editorial visualization of a large outdoor music festival stage and professional broadcast audio equipment

August 17, 2026 (55 minutes ago)

LE SSERAFIM Summer Sonic Livestream Clip Sparks Debate Over Vocal Mix

A Summer Sonic livestream clip prompted conflicting claims about LE SSERAFIM’s vocals, while attendee recordings suggested the broadcast mix did not match the sound heard at the venue.

Editorial visualization of Korean television ratings rising across several Sunday drama broadcasts

August 17, 2026 (2 hours ago)

The Apartment Job Ends at Series-High 7.7% as Sunday Dramas Post Strong Ratings

By UNiKPOP • K-Drama & Film

The Apartment Job concluded with a series-best 7.7 percent nationwide rating, while Spooky in Love reached 7.3 percent and Love on the Menu led Sunday at 14.8 percent.

Editorial visualization of a colorful Korean television variety studio prepared for an idol group appearance

August 17, 2026 (2 hours ago)

ALPHA DRIVE ONE to Preview August Comeback on Amazing Saturday With Taeyeon Reunion

By UNiKPOP • K-Pop

ALPHA DRIVE ONE members Leo, Xinlong and Sangwon will bring their upcoming comeback choreography and playful cast interactions to Amazing Saturday on August 22.

Shadowed apartment doorway representing the Korean BL thriller The Lie We Lived In

August 15, 2026 (2 days ago)

Korean BL Thriller The Lie We Lived In Builds Romance Around a Hitman’s False Identity

By UNiKPOP • K-Drama & Film

The Lie We Lived In combines a contract-killer mission, a hidden phone and an improvised family identity with a dangerous emerging romance.

K-pop concert stage representing P1Harmony's adjusted KCON LA appearance

August 15, 2026 (2 days ago)

P1Harmony’s Jiung Withdraws From KCON LA Beauty Stage Due to Health

By UNiKPOP • K-Pop

Jiung will miss P1Harmony’s August 15 KCON LA beauty-stage appearance after his health worsened, with the other five members proceeding as scheduled.

Affectionate couple portrait representing Maeng Seung Ji's relationship announcement

August 15, 2026 (2 days ago)

Comedian Maeng Seung Ji Publicly Reveals Her Relationship in Instagram Post

By UNiKPOP • Entertainment

Maeng Seung Ji has shared affectionate photos with her boyfriend, publicly confirming a relationship she had previously kept private.

Elegant stage prepared for a Korean trot gala in Los Angeles

August 15, 2026 (2 days ago)

Jang Min Ho, Cheon Rok Dam, Kim Yong Pil and Na Tae Joo Set September K-Trot Shows in Los Angeles

By UNiKPOP • K-Pop

Four leading trot singers will bring the NOM.NOM.NOM SHOW to downtown Los Angeles for two performances in September.

Television interview studio representing Song Kang's You Quiz on the Block appearance

August 14, 2026 (3 days ago)

Song Kang Confirmed for First Post-Military Variety Appearance on You Quiz on the Block

By UNiKPOP • K-Pop

Song Kang will make his first variety-show appearance since military service on You Quiz on the Block, although the episode date remains undecided.

Modern awards stage representing the 2026 SPOTV K-Pop Awards

August 14, 2026 (3 days ago)

2026 SPOTV K-Pop Awards Names Hosts and Presenter Lineup

By UNiKPOP • K-Pop

The September 6 ceremony will be hosted by Jang Sung Kyu, Billlie’s Tsuki, and AND2BLE’s Han Yujin, with actors and a former baseball player presenting awards.

Editorial visualization of the new Sixth Sense Bside variety show cast

August 14, 2026 (3 days ago)

“Sixth Sense: Bside” Sets September Premiere With BIBI Joining New Cast

By UNiKPOP • K-Drama & Film

tvN’s “Sixth Sense” returns as “Sixth Sense: Bside” on September 13 with Yu Jae Seok, Song Eun Yi, Ko Kyung Pyo, and first-time cast member BIBI.

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The Apartment Job Ends at Series-High 7.7% as Sunday Dramas Post Strong Ratings

ALPHA DRIVE ONE to Preview August Comeback on Amazing Saturday With Taeyeon Reunion

BTS Returns to Billboard 200 Top 10 With “ARIRANG” After World Cup Stage

Super Junior’s Leeteuk and Heechul Open Up About Opposite Personalities Behind 83z Unit

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LE SSERAFIM Summer Sonic Livestream Clip Sparks Debate Over Vocal Mix

Korean BL Thriller The Lie We Lived In Builds Romance Around a Hitman’s False Identity

LE SSERAFIM Summer Sonic Livestream Clip Sparks Debate Over Vocal Mix

The Apartment Job Ends at Series-High 7.7% as Sunday Dramas Post Strong Ratings

ALPHA DRIVE ONE to Preview August Comeback on Amazing Saturday With Taeyeon Reunion

Korean BL Thriller The Lie We Lived In Builds Romance Around a Hitman’s False Identity

P1Harmony’s Jiung Withdraws From KCON LA Beauty Stage Due to Health

Comedian Maeng Seung Ji Publicly Reveals Her Relationship in Instagram Post

Jang Min Ho, Cheon Rok Dam, Kim Yong Pil and Na Tae Joo Set September K-Trot Shows in Los Angeles

Song Kang Confirmed for First Post-Military Variety Appearance on You Quiz on the Block

2026 SPOTV K-Pop Awards Names Hosts and Presenter Lineup

“Sixth Sense: Bside” Sets September Premiere With BIBI Joining New Cast

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