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Shin Ha-kyun leads an all-star cast in MBC's gritty black comedy 'Fifty Percent,' playing a former intelligence agent teaming up with a North Korean operative and a gangster for an unlikely second chance at life. The production boasts exceptional chemistry between veterans Oh Jung-se and Heo Sung-tae in this unique blend of action and human drama. Meanwhile, BTS makes their first American Music Awards appearance in five years competing for Artist of the Year, while CORTIS breaks streaming records with over 100 million Spotify plays. Plus, virtual idol group SKINZ launches their first official fan club, and girl group MEOVV teases their comeback with a mysterious classical-themed poster.

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Aespa's second full album brings together an incredible lineup of global talent, with BigBang's G-Dragon, Ty Dolla Sign, and Becky G contributing to various tracks that showcase the group's versatility. The album includes eleven tracks blending international influences with Aespa's signature style. Meanwhile, IVE surprises fans with an early release of their dreamy Japanese title track ahead of their Tokyo Dome performance, and Director Yeon Sang-ho reimagines the zombie genre with his new film featuring Jeon Ji-hyun and Ji Chang-wook. Plus, BTS breaks Taylor Swift's Billboard record while rising group Cortis makes history on multiple charts.

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ATEEZ has been invited as a headliner for the prestigious British Summer Time Hyde Park festival in London, joining the ranks of global superstars like Taylor Swift, Adele, Justin Bieber, and Olivia Rodrigo. The group continues to prove their international influence after becoming the first K-pop boy group to perform at Coachella and headlining festivals across Morocco, Japan, and completing a massive world tour. Meanwhile, Le Sserafim's Kim Chae Won takes a hiatus due to neck pain just before their comeback, NCT's Taeyong tops charts with his self-produced album WYLD, and Director Na Hong Jin premieres his sci-fi film Hope at Cannes featuring Michael Fassbender and Jung Ho Yeon.

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K-pop veteran Taeyang makes his long-awaited solo comeback with 'Quintessence,' his first studio album in nine years, featuring ten tracks that explore his artistic essence after two decades in the industry. Director Park Chan-wook becomes the first Korean filmmaker honored with France's highest cultural rank, receiving the Commandeur of the Order of Arts and Letters at Cannes where he serves as jury president. Meanwhile, director Yeon Sang-ho's zombie thriller 'Swarm' starring Jeon Ji-hyun and Ji Chang-wook tops pre-release ticket sales following enthusiastic standing ovations at Cannes, while Na Hong-jin's sci-fi epic 'Hope' featuring Hwang Jung-min and Michael Fassbender electrifies international audiences with seven minutes of thunderous applause.

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Band LUCY achieved a major milestone with their ninth solo concert at Seoul's prestigious KSPO DOME, captivating over twenty thousand fans with a three-hour live performance featuring twenty-seven songs. The historic event marked the return of drummer Shin Gwang-il from military service, reuniting the four-member group for the first time in nearly two years. Meanwhile, at the Asia Star Entertainer Awards, Stray Kids won Best Group Male while actresses Lim Yoon-ah and Lee Chae-min took home the Fan Choice Couple Award. Plus, director Yeon Sang-ho premiered his zombie thriller at Cannes featuring Jun Ji-hyun and Ji Chang-wook, and singer Woo's self-composed track continues its seventy-week chart domination on Melon.

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ENHYPEN took home the coveted Artist of the Year award at the third Asia Star Entertainer Awards held at Saitama's Belluna Dome in Japan, with the group revealing they're currently recording a new album produced by Bang Si Hyuk. The ceremony also saw impressive wins from actress Go Yoon Jung who swept both Best Character and Best OTT Artist categories, and actor Lee Jun Ho who earned double recognition for his roles in 'Typhoon Company' and 'Cashero.' Other highlights include IU's generous three hundred million won birthday donation supporting children's education and elderly care, director Yeon Sang Ho's zombie thriller 'Swarm' receiving a seven-minute standing ovation at Cannes Film Festival with stars Jeon Ji Hyun and Ji Chang Wook, and Apink's Yoon Bomi marrying producer Rado after nine years of dating.

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IU and Byeon Woo Seok have achieved remarkable success with their Disney Plus drama Twenty-First Century Grand Prince's Wife, topping charts in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Brazil while accumulating forty-three million hours of global viewing time. The romantic series set in a constitutional monarchy version of South Korea has become the platform's most internationally successful Korean content release. Meanwhile, BTS prepares for an unprecedented Las Vegas takeover featuring the iconic Sphere venue, while SEVENTEEN's vocal unit DK and Seungkwan expand their sold-out tour across Greater China. Plus, rising group CORTIS celebrates their first Music Bank win with Red Red, and NEXZ marks their second anniversary with an innovative pop-up cafe experience in Seoul.

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The legal battle between ADOR and former NewJeans member Danielle has officially begun, with the entertainment company seeking 43 billion won in damages for breach of exclusive contract. Danielle's legal team accused ADOR of malicious tactics by replacing their entire legal team just before the hearing to delay proceedings during her prime years as an idol. Meanwhile, aespa returns with their powerful pre-release single 'WDA (Whole Different Animal)' ahead of their full album 'LEMONADE', while BTS makes history as the first K-pop group to perform at a FIFA World Cup final halftime show alongside Madonna and Shakira. Plus, Billlie achieves unprecedented success topping iTunes charts in twelve countries, and BOYNEXTDOOR announces their first world tour spanning thirty-four shows across twenty-four cities.

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Apink's Yoon Bomi is set to marry music producer Rado in a star-studded ceremony featuring performances by her fellow Apink members, girl group StayC, and Unchild, celebrating their eight-year relationship. In other exciting K-pop news, BTS reclaims the top spot on Billboard's Global chart with their track 'Swim' while Blackpink's Jennie reaches the Hot 100 top ten with her collaboration 'Dracula,' showcasing K-pop's enduring global dominance. Plus, actor Park Ji-hoon leads Tving's hit series 'The Legend of the Military Caterer' as a bumbling yet endearing military cook, while screenwriter Kim Eun-sook and producer Yoon Ha-rim donate to support children in care facilities.

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Girl group CrazAngel has officially launched their comeback with their first mini-album 'Picasso,' drawing inspiration from Pablo Picasso's free-spirited vision as all members participated in writing the title track. The group kicks off promotions on MBC M's Show Champion as they break free from conventional frameworks. In other exciting news, BTS wrapped up three sold-out Mexico City shows drawing 150,000 fans with an economic impact exceeding $100 million, while member Jimin created a heartwarming moment by gifting his cap to a crying young fan. Plus, Taeyang reveals his fourth full album 'QUINTESSENCE' featuring collaborations with The Kid LAROI, and Bibi prepares her summer comeback with the bold beach-themed track 'BUMPA.'

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