Concert2026
JENNIE Headlines Lollapalooza Festival
JENNIE headlines the Lollapalooza festival in Chicago, USA, becoming the first K-pop solo artist to headline the event.
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TIMELINE 1996 —2026
K-pop Highlights of the Last 30 Years
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2026
Awarded2026
JENNIE wins Grand Prize for Artist of the Year at the Golden Disc Awards
JENNIE wins the Artist of the Year award at the Golden Disc Awards.
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Awarded2026
Hyun Bin wins Baeksang TV Award for "Made in Korea"
Hyun Bin won the TV Department's Best Actor Award at the Baeksang Arts Awards for "Made in Korea," marking his first win in this category.
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Awarded2026
Park Bo-young wins Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actress in a Series for "Unknown Seoul"
Park Bo-young won the Grand Bell Award for Best Actress in a TV Drama for "Unknown Seoul," marking her first time receiving this honor.
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Awarded2026
"Thieves of the Writ" wins 4 awards at the Baeksang Arts Awards
The film "The King's Affair" won 4 awards at the Baeksang Arts Awards, leading all films in the number of wins for that ceremony.
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Awarded2026
"Golden" Wins Grammy Award for Best Original Song Written for Visual Media
The song "Golden" from the Netflix anime K-POP: The Huntress Gang won the Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media, marking the first time a K-POP composer and producer has received a Grammy.
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Awarded2026
ATEEZ wins Grand Prize at the Seoul Music Awards
ATEEZ won the prestigious Daesang at the Seoul Music Awards.
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Social Activities2026
18 JYP artists selected as Recording Academy voting members
JYP Entertainment's Park Jin-young, along with members of TWICE and Stray Kids totaling 18, have been elected as voting members of the Recording Academy, organizers of the Grammys. This marks a deeper K-POP presence in the global music industry.
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Album/Comeback2026-03-01
BTS releases 5th full album "Arirang"
In 2026, month 3, BTS released their highly anticipated fifth full album "Arirang," sparking global attention after a long hiatus.
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Album/Comeback2026-02-01
BLACKPINK releases mini-album "DEADLINE"
In 2026, the month of 2, BLACKPINK released their mini-album "DEADLINE" after a break of 3 years and 5 months. The title track is "GO."
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Album/Comeback2026-02-01
IVE releases second full-length album "REVIVE+"
In 2026 2, IVE released their second full-length album, REVIVE+.
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2025
Other2025
Season 2 of Black and White Chef Confirmed
Netflix confirms production of "MasterChef: The Game" Season 2, continuing the culinary competition frenzy.
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Concert2025-07-05
BLACKPINK Launches World Tour
BLACKPINK launched their "New World" tour in 2025, with the group's contract with YG extended for collective activities while individual activities are managed independently by each member.
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Movies & TV Shows2025-06-27
Squid Game Season 3 (Final Season) is now live
Netflix's Squid Game Season 3 (the final season) will be released globally on 6/27/2025, concluding the series.
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Other2025-06-21
BTS members complete military service one by one
With Suga completing his alternative military service in 2025 year, 6 month, all seven BTS members have fulfilled their military obligations. The group plans to return with full activities in 2026.
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Concert2025-05-26
SEVENTEEN 10th Anniversary Event
SEVENTEEN celebrated their 10th debut anniversary in 2025 with a commemorative album and live events.
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Album/Comeback2025-02-24
ZEROBASEONE continues activities
ZEROBASEONE released a new album and conducted group activities, including tours, in 2025.
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Movies & TV Shows2025-01-24
The Black Nuns is now in theaters.
The Black Nun, starring Song Hye-kyo, was released in 2025, month 1.
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2024
Movies & TV Shows2024
"Lovely Runner" airs
tvN's time-travel romance "Lovely Runner," starring Kim Hye-yoon and Byeon Woo-seok, has garnered widespread popularity.
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Movies & TV Shows2024
"Queen of Tears" Sets New Viewership Record for tvN
tvN's "Queen of Tears," starring Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won, has set a new all-time viewership record for the network.
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Movies & TV Shows2024
Squid Game 2 is now on Netflix
Squid Game Season 2 is now streaming on Netflix. Lee Jung-jae returns. Season 3 will be the final season.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-12-26
Squid Game Season 2 is now available
Netflix's "Squid Game" Season 2 premieres globally on 2024/12/26, with Lee Jung-jae returning.
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Other2024-11-29
"University of War and Crime Scene Returns" airs
In 2024, Coupang Play launched the intellectual survival show "University War" and the mystery series "Crime Scene Returns."
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Company Changes2024-11-28
NewJeans vs. ADOR Contract Dispute
NewJeans members hold emergency press conference, announcing termination of exclusive contract with ADOR due to broken trust. ADOR maintains the contract remains valid; both parties have entered legal proceedings.
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Other2024-09-17
Culinary Class Wars is now a global hit.
Netflix's cooking competition series "Black, White & the Chef: The Class War" has sparked global attention upon its release.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-09-13
Veteran 2 selected for Cannes Midnight Screenings
Director Ro Yong-won's "Veteran 2" opens to over 750K admissions and screens at the Cannes Midnight Screenings.
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Other2024-07-04
I-LAND2 Select izna
Mnet girl group survival show "I-LAND2" concludes, forming the new girl group izna.
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Other2024-06-21
My Name is Gabriel aired at Apartment 404.
In 2024, JTBC's variety show "My Name is Gabriel" and tvN's mystery variety show "Apartment 404" were released in succession.
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Album/Comeback2024-06-17
RIIZE continues to stay active and wins multiple awards
SM Entertainment's boy group RIIZE released hits like "Boom Boom Bass" and embarked on a tour in 2024, driving their rising popularity.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-04-24
The Outlaws 4 is now in theaters
"The Outlaws 4, starring Ma Dong-seok, is now in theaters with over 1150K viewers."
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Company Changes2024-04-22
NewJeans in Exclusive Contract Dispute with ADOR
Starting in 4 of 2024, HYBE and ADOR have been embroiled in a dispute over management rights, with the exclusive contract controversy involving NewJeans and its label ADOR continuing to draw significant attention.
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debut2024-04-01
BABYMONSTER makes their official debut
YG Entertainment girl group BABYMONSTER officially debuted with a seven-member lineup in 2024, releasing their mini album "BABYMONS7ER" in 4.
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Concert2024-03-30
SEVENTEEN and TXT launch world tour
SEVENTEEN kicked off their FOLLOW AGAIN tour from Incheon in 2024 3; TXT launched their ACT: PROMISE world tour that same year.
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debut2024-03-25
ILLIT debut
Debuting as a five-member girl group formed through "R U Next?" with their debut single "Magnetic".
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debut2024-03-25
ILLIT debuted and gained popularity with "Magnetic".
ILLIT, formed through "R U Next?", debuted with "Magnetic," which has achieved strong performance on domestic and international charts.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-03-09
"Queen of Tears" and "Lovely Runner" are both trending hits.
In 2024, tvN's "Queen of Tears" (starring Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won) achieved the highest viewership in the network's history. "Lovely Runner" (starring Kim Hye-yoon and Byeon Woo-suk) also generated significant buzz upon its release.
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Social Activities2024-02-27
Karina and Jae-wook go public with their relationship
aespa's Karina and actor Lee Jae-wook publicly announced their relationship, confirming their breakup later that same year.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-02-22
The number of viewers for "Grave Robbers" surpasses 1100 million.
"Exhuma," starring Choi Min-sik, Kim Go-eun, and Ryu Jun-yeol, has surpassed 1190 million viewers.
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Concert2024-01-27
(G)I-DLE embarks on world tour
(G)I-DLE kicked off their third world tour, iDOL, in Seoul in 2024/1 and released multiple albums that same year.
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debut2024-01-22
TWS debuted and gained attention with a plot twist.
Pledis Entertainment's six-member boy group TWS debuted with their mini album "Sparkling Blue," featuring the hit title track "plot twist," which has received widespread acclaim.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-01-10
Alien: Romulus Part 2 releases
Director Woo-pyung Choi's "Alien + Human 2" is now in theaters.
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Movies & TV Shows2024-01-01
Watch "Marry My Husband" trending now
Park Min-young's tvN drama "Please Marry My Husband" garnered significant attention during its broadcast.
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2023
Movies & TV Shows2023
The movie "12.12: The Day" surpasses 10 million admissions.
"12.12: The Day of the Coup" hits theaters, starring Hwang Jung-min and Jung Woo-sung, with over 1300K admissions.
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Movies & TV Shows2023
"Moving" gains international attention upon release
Disney+ series "Moving" starring Cho In-sung, Han Hyo-joo and others has premiered and received international streaming platform recognition.
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debut2023-11-27
BABYMONSTER debuts
YG Entertainment girl group BABYMONSTER officially debuts with the digital single "BATTER UP".
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debut2023-11-27
BABYMONSTER Debut
YG launches seven-member girl group BABYMONSTER with debut track "BATTER UP".
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Movies & TV Shows2023-11-22
"Spring in Seoul" surpasses 1300 million viewers.
"Seoul Spring," starring Hwang Jung-min and Jung Woo-sung, premiered to over 1300 thousand viewers, becoming the year's box office champion.
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debut2023-09-04
RIIZE officially debuts
SM Entertainment's boy group RIIZE debuted with the single "Get A Guitar."
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debut2023-09-04
RIIZE debut
SM Entertainment launches boy group RIIZE with debut single "Get A Guitar".
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Other2023-09-01
R U Next? Select ILLIT
HYBE and JTBC conclude girl group survival show "R U Next?", selecting ILLIT.
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Movies & TV Shows2023-08-09
The Metaverse has received widespread acclaim.
Disney+ series "The Uncanny Counter" is now streaming, starring Ryu Seung-ryong, Han Hyo-joo, and Zo In-sung, and has received widespread acclaim.
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Movies & TV Shows2023-08-09
"Concrete Utopia" to represent South Korea for the Oscars
"Concrete Utopia," starring Lee Byung-hun and Park Seo-joon, has been released and will represent South Korea in the race for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film.
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debut2023-07-10
ZEROBASEONE debuted through Boys Planet.
ZEROBASEONE, formed through the Mnet audition "Boys Planet," debuted with their first mini-album "YOUTH IN THE SHADE." Zhang Hao became the center after ranking 1.
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debut2023-07-10
ZEROBASEONE Debut
Debuted as the nine-member limited group ZEROBASEONE through "Boys Planet".
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debut2023-07-05
KISS OF LIFE Debut
S2 Entertainment debuts four-member girl group KISS OF LIFE.
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debut2023-07-05
KISS OF LIFE makes their official debut
S2 Entertainment girl group KISS OF LIFE debuted with their mini album "KISS OF LIFE".
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debut2023-05-30
BOYNEXTDOOR officially debuts
KOZ Entertainment's six-member boy band BOYNEXTDOOR debuted with the single album "WHO!".
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Other2023-04-20
BOYS PLANET selects ZEROBASEONE
Mnet's male survival show "BOYS PLANET" concluded, with Zhang Hao ranking 1th to debut in the nine-member group ZEROBASEONE alongside Han Bin.
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Social Activities2023-04-19
ASTRO member Moonbin passes away
ASTRO member Moonbin passed away on 2023/4/19, prompting widespread mourning from the K-pop industry and fans.
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Album/Comeback2023-04-12
Lee Chae-yeon launches solo activities under KNOCK
Lee Chae-yeon, a former member of IZ*ONE, released her second mini-album "Over The Moon," with the title track "KNOCK" gaining attention.
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debut2023-03-30
xikers officially debut
KQ Entertainment's 10-member boy group xikers debuted with "House of Tricky: Doorbell Ringing".
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Other2023-02-15
Peak Time airs
JTBC's male group competition variety show "Peak Time" is now airing.
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2022
Awarded2022
"The Decision to Leave" wins Best Director at Cannes.
Park Chan-wook won the Best Director award at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival for "Decision to Leave".
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Awarded2022
Lee Jung-jae wins Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
Lee Jung-jae won the 2022 Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for "Squid Game," becoming the first Asian actor to receive this honor.
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Movies & TV Shows2022
"All of Us Are Dead" Now on Netflix
Netflix Original series "All of Us Are Dead" premieres, bringing global attention to the school-based zombie genre.
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Movies & TV Shows2022
The Glory premieres
Netflix series "The Glory," starring Song Hye-kyo, has launched. The revenge drama sparks conversation.
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Movies & TV Shows2022
"Extraordinary Attorney Woo" becomes a phenomenon
ENA's "Extraordinary Attorney Woo," starring Park Eun-bin, premiered to soaring ratings and became a major cultural phenomenon of the year.
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Movies & TV Shows2022
"My Liberation Diary" premieres
JTBC's "My Liberation Diary" airs, earning acclaim for its nuanced storytelling.
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Social Activities2022-12-31
IU and Lee Jong-suk publicly confirm their relationship
IU and actor Lee Jong-suk have publicly announced their relationship. The couple first met while co-hosting a music show.
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Album/Comeback2022-12-19
NewJeans Releases "Ditto"
NewJeans released the single "Ditto," which topped major music charts for an extended period.
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Movies & TV Shows2022-09-07
Assistance 2 now showing
The movie "Secret Assignment 2: International," starring Hyun Bin and Ryu Hae-jin, has been released with over 690 million viewers.
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Other2022-08-16
Street Man Fighter airs
Mnet's male dance competition "Street Man Fighter" is now airing.
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Movies & TV Shows2022-07-27
Xianshan: The Dragon Appears
The second installment of Lee Hoon-min's Admiral Yi trilogy, "Hansan: Rising Dragon," has been released, with over 720 million viewers.
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debut2022-07-22
NewJeans Debut
ADOR launches five-member girl group NewJeans with debut single "Attention".
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Awarded2022-05-28
"Separation" Wins Best Director at Cannes
Park Chan-wook won the Best Director award at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival for "Decision to Leave."
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debut2022-05-02
LE SSERAFIM officially debuts
Source Music's girl group LE SSERAFIM debuted with "FEARLESS," with Kim Chaewon as the leader.
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debut2022-05-02
LE SSERAFIM Debut
Source Music (under HYBE) debuts the girl group LE SSERAFIM with their debut single "FEARLESS".
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Company Changes2022-04-08
Lay and SM contract ends
EXO member Lay's contract with SM has expired, and he will continue his activities as a solo artist.
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Social Activities2022-03-31
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin get married
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin held their wedding and welcomed a son in 11 of the same year.
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debut2022-02-22
NMIXX is officially debuting
Seven-member girl group NMIXX under JYP Entertainment debuted with the single album "AD MARE".
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Social Activities2022-01-22
Shin Hye-sun marries Choi Tae-joon
Shin Hye-sun married actor Choi Tae-joon, and they welcomed their first child in 5 of the same year.
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2021
Movies & TV Shows2021
"Squid Game" becomes a global hit
Netflix original series "Squid Game" becomes a global viewing phenomenon; Lee Jung-jae wins Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.
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Other2021-12-18
Single's Inferno premieres
Netflix's dating survival reality show "Single's Inferno" is now streaming and has become a hit among Netflix Korea variety programs, with multiple seasons released.
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debut2021-12-01
IVE debuted
Starship launches six-member girl group IVE with debut single "ELEVEN".
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Other2021-10-22
Girls Planet 999 Select Kep1er
Mnet's multinational girl group survival show "Girls Planet 999" concludes, forming the limited-time girl group Kep1er.
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Other2021-10-01
Love Switch Season 1 is now airing.
TVING's dating variety show "Reunited Dates" premieres, sparking conversation with its premise of ex-lovers living under the same roof.
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Movies & TV Shows2021-09-17
"Squid Game" becomes a global hit
Netflix's "Squid Game" sparked a global viewing frenzy upon launch, breaking multiple platform viewership records.
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Other2021-08-24
Street Dance Girls' premiere sparks dance craze
Mnet's girl dance survival show "Street Woman Fighter" aired, sparking a surge in popularity for Korean dance variety shows.
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Movies & TV Shows2021-07-28
Mogadishu was the box office champion that year.
Directed by Ryoo Seung-wan, "Mogadishu" attracted over 360 thousand viewers and became the highest-grossing Korean film of the year.
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Awarded2021-05-23
BTS wins Billboard Music Award in Group Category
BTS won the Top Duo/Group award at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards and has been nominated for and received awards in multiple years.
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Member Changes2021-05-22
GFRIEND disbands
Source Music announces GFRIEND's disbandment upon contract expiration.
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Album/Comeback2021-05-21
BTS Releases "Butter"
BTS releases English single "Butter," topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart once again.
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Album/Comeback2021-05-17
aespa releases "Next Level"
aespa released the single "Next Level," which became one of their signature hits.
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Album/Comeback2021-05-10
OH MY GIRL Reaches Career Peak with "Dun Dun Dance"
OH MY GIRL released their 8th mini album, *Dear OHMYGIRL*. The title track "Dun Dun Dance" became a hit.
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Member Changes2021-04-29
IZ*ONE disbands
IZ*ONE's exclusive contract expires and the group disbands; members return to their original agencies to continue activities.
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Other2021-04-01
ATEEZ participates in the Kingdom competition.
ATEEZ gained widespread attention for their performances on Mnet's male group competition show "Kingdom: Legendary War."
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Other2021-03-23
Steel Division Live
Channel A's military survival reality show "Steel Army" premieres.
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Movies & TV Shows2021-02-05
Victory on Netflix
Sci-fi film "Space Sweepers," starring Song Joong-ki and Kim Tae-ri, has launched on Netflix and topped charts in multiple countries.
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Social Activities2021-01-01
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin confirm their relationship
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin publicly announced their relationship. They met while filming "Crash Landing on You" and got married in 2022 3.
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2020
Awarded2020
"Parasite" wins Best Picture and other Oscars
"Parasite" won Best Picture, Best Director, Best International Feature Film, and Best Original Screenplay at the 92 Academy Awards, becoming the first non-English language film to win Best Picture.
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Movies & TV Shows2020
"it's a love story"
JTBC's "Itaewon Class," a manhwa adaptation starring Park Seo-joon and Kim Da-mi, is now airing.
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debut2020-11-30
ENHYPEN debuted through I-LAND
ENHYPEN debuted with their first mini-album "BORDER: DAY ONE" after forming through the Mnet survival show "I-LAND."
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debut2020-11-30
ENHYPEN Debut
Debut as a seven-member boy group ENHYPEN formed through I-LAND.
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debut2020-11-17
aespa debut
SM Entertainment debuts four-member girl group aespa with the debut single "Black Mamba".
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debut2020-11-12
STAYC officially debuts
High Up Entertainment's girl group STAYC debuted with "SO BAD".
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debut2020-11-12
STAYC Debut
High Up Entertainment debuts six-member girl group STAYC.
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Other2020-10-26
Sing Again premieres
JTBC's survival singing show "Sing Again: Unheard Singers" premieres.
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Album/Comeback2020-10-02
BLACKPINK's "THE ALBUM" is released
BLACKPINK releases their first full-length album, "THE ALBUM".
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Other2020-09-18
I-LAND selects ENHYPEN
Big Hit and CJ ENM conclude the joint audition "I-LAND," selecting boy group ENHYPEN.
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Album/Comeback2020-08-21
BTS "Dynamite" Released
BTS released their first full English single, "Dynamite," which topped the Billboard Hot 100.
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Movies & TV Shows2020-08-05
Release Date for "Deliver Us from Evil"
Hwang Jung-min and Lee Jung-jae star in "Save Me from Evil," which has attracted over 430K viewers.
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Other2020-03-12
"Mr. Trot" Sets Ratings Record
TV Chosun's male trot singing competition "Mr. Trot" drew over 35% in its finale, becoming a phenomenon on general entertainment channels.
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Other2020-02-09
"Parasite" Wins Highest Oscar Honor for Best Picture
Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" won the Academy Award for Best Picture, becoming the first non-English film to achieve this honor and further expanding the global influence of Korean film and television content.
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Awarded2020-02-09
Parasite Wins Best Picture at the Oscars
"Parasite" won four Oscars at the 92 Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best International Feature Film—becoming the first non-English-language film to win Best Picture.
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Movies & TV Shows2020-01-22
Ministers of Namsan is now in theaters.
"The Minister," directed by Woo Min-ho and starring Lee Byung-hun, has surpassed 470 million viewers.
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Social Activities2020-01-02
Kim Hee-chul and Momo confirm their relationship
Super Junior's Heechul and TWICE's Momo publicly revealed their relationship, only to confirm their breakup in 7 of the same year.
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2019
Awarded2019
"Parasite" Wins Palme d'Or at Cannes
Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" won the Palme d'Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, marking the first time a Korean film has received this honor.
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Movies & TV Shows2019
The movie "Extreme Job" was a box office hit.
The comedy film "Extreme Job" has surpassed 1620 thousand viewers and ranks among the highest-grossing films in Korean history.
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Movies & TV Shows2019
"Crash Landing on You" airs.
tvN drama "Crash Landing on You" stars Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, who later got married.
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Movies & TV Shows2019-12-19
Baekdu Mountain
Disaster film "Hansan," starring Lee Byung-hun and Ha Jung-woo, has surpassed 820 million admissions.
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Movies & TV Shows2019-10-23
Gyeongmi, born in 82, premieres
The film "82年生金智英," starring Jung Yu-mi and Gong Yoo, has been released, attracting over 360 million viewers and sparking social debate.
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Social Activities2019-08-05
Kang Daniel and Jihyo reveal their relationship
Kang Daniel and TWICE's Jihyo announced their relationship, confirming their breakup in 2020.
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Other2019-07-27
What should I play to start the stream?
MBC variety show "What Do I Do?" launches, with Yoo Jae-suk tackling various segments as multiple personas.
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Other2019-07-19
Produce 101 Select X1
Mnet boy group audition "Produce X 101" concludes with the formation of limited male group X1.
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Awarded2019-05-30
Parasite Wins Palme d'Or at Cannes
Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" won the Palme d'Or at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, marking the first time a Korean film has received this honor.
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Concert2019-04-12
BLACKPINK takes the stage at Coachella
BLACKPINK became the first K-pop girl group to perform at Coachella.
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debut2019-03-04
TXT Debut
Big Hit launches five-member boy group TXT.
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debut2019-03-04
TXT debuts officially
Big Hit Entertainment boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER debuted with "CROWN".
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Other2019-02-28
Miss Trot sparks a trot revival
TV Chosun's female Trot talent show "Miss Trot" launches, sparking a revival of Korean Trot music.
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debut2019-02-12
ITZY Debut
JYP launches five-member girl group ITZY with debut single "DALLA DALLA".
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debut2019-02-12
ITZY debuts and wins multiple rookie awards
JYP Entertainment's five-member girl group ITZY debuted with "DALLA DALLA" and swept multiple rookie awards that year.
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Member Changes2019-01-27
Wanna One disbands
Wanna One's limited contract expires; the group will disband following their farewell concert.
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Movies & TV Shows2019-01-23
"Extreme Job" surpasses 1600 million admissions.
"Extreme Job" released, surpassing 1620 million viewers and ranking among the highest-grossing films in Korean history.
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2018
Movies & TV Shows2018
Film "Burning" Sets Cannes Film Festival Program Record
Lee Chang-dong's Burning, starring Yoo Ah-in and Jeon Jong-seo, has been selected for the Cannes Film Festival's Main Competition, achieving the highest score in the industry trade journal.
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Other2018
"Infinite Challenge" concludes its run.
After 13 years on air, MBC's "Infinite Challenge" concludes as host Yoo Jae-suk and the cast bid farewell to viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2018-10-29
IZ*ONE Debut
Debut as the limited girl group IZ*ONE formed through Produce 48.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2018-10-24
ATEEZ officially debuts
KQ Entertainment's eight-member boy group ATEEZ debuts with their first mini-album, "TREASURE EP.1".
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2018-09-24
BTS UN General Assembly Speech
BTS delivered a speech at the UN General Assembly Youth Agenda event, with RM representing the group and delivering the "Speak Yourself" message.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2018-08-31
Produce 48 Select IZ*ONE
Mnet's South Korea-Japan joint audition show "Produce 48" concludes with the formation of the limited girl group IZ*ONE.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2018-08-29
You Quiz on the Block premieres
tvN's street quiz talk show "You Quiz on the Block" premieres, hosted by Yoo Jae-suk.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2018-08-02
HyunA and DAWN confirm their relationship
HyunA and DAWN went public with their relationship, then left CUBE Entertainment. They confirmed their breakup in 2023.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2018-07-01
Escape the Room premieres
tvN's escape variety show "Great Escape" premieres, with challenges from Kang Ho-dong, Kim Jong-min, Shin Dong-yup, and others in massive escape rooms.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2018-06-15
BLACKPINK "DDU-DU DDU-DU" Released
BLACKPINK released their debut mini-album "SQUARE UP" with the lead single "DDU-DU DDU-DU."
Source:Public News Compilation
Awarded2018-05-18
BTS's "Love Yourself: Tear" Tops Billboard 200
BTS became the first Korean act to top Billboard 200 with "Love Yourself: Tear".
Source:Public News Compilation
Awarded2018-05-16
Burn achieves highest score in Cannes Official Selection.
Lee Chang-dong's "Burning" selected for the Cannes Film Festival Main Competition, achieving the highest score in the trade publication.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2018-05-11
Selected for Midnight Screenings at Cannes
Directed by Yoon Jong-bin and starring Hwang Jung-min, "Work" was selected for the Midnight Screenings at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2018-05-02
(G)I-DLE debut
Cube Entertainment launches girl group (G)I-DLE; debut single "LATATA" produced by member Jeon So-yeon.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2018-03-25
Stray Kids Debut
JYP Entertainment launched the eight-member boy band Stray Kids through a namesake survival show.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2018-03-09
Suzy and Lee Dong-wook confirm their relationship
Suzy and actor Lee Dong-wook publicly announced their relationship, but confirmed their breakup in 7 of the same year.
Source:Public News Compilation
2017
Movies & TV Shows2017
The movie "Along with the Gods" has attracted over 1400 million viewers.
"The Divine Move" hits theaters, starring Ha Jung-woo and Cha Tae-hyun. Over 1440K viewers have watched the film.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2017
Movie "Gunsan Island" is now in theaters.
"Warriors of the Dawn," directed by Yoo Seung-won, starring Hwang Jung-min, So Ji-sub, and Song Joong-ki.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2017
"In the Samui House" premieres
Rodong Shin's variety show "Youn's Kitchen" premieres, starring Yoon Jeong-eun and Lee Seo-jin.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2017
"Violent City" is now in theaters.
The film "The Outlaws," starring Ma Dong-seok, was released and has since become a franchise.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2017-12-27
1987 release
Zhang Junhuan's film "1987: The Day Dawn Arrives," set against the backdrop of the June Democratic Movement, is released.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2017-12-20
In Theaters
Directed by Kim Yong-hwa, "Along with the Gods" attracted over 1440 million viewers, with the sequel released in 2018.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2017-12-05
The Seasoning Kitchen premieres
The spin-off management variety show "Kang's Restaurant" from "New Journey to the West" has premiered, with Kang Ho-dong as the head chef.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2017-10-31
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo get married
Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo, who met through "Descendants of the Sun," got married. They divorced in 2019.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2017-08-07
Wanna One Debut
Debut as the limited group Wanna One formed through Produce 101 Season 2, with their debut single "Energetic".
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2017-08-02
Taxi drivers surpassed 1200 million viewers.
"Taxi Driver," directed by Jang Hoon and starring Song Kang-ho, has drawn over 1200 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2017-07-26
Now showing at Diving Island
Director Ryoo Seung-wan's "The Battleship Island" has been released, drawing over 650 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2017-07-10
The premiere of "Same Bed, Different Dreams" has begun.
SBS couples' reality show "Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny" premieres.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2017-07-01
Eric marries Rosy
Shinhwa's Eric and actress Roh Hee-mi held their wedding, and they welcomed a son in 2023.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2017-06-25
Hyeon-lee's Homestay premieres
JTBC's observational variety show "Youth Over Flowers" launches, featuring Lee Hyo-lee and her husband Lee Sang-soon running a homestay on Jeju Island, with IU serving as staff. The series sets a new viewership record for JTBC variety programming.
Source:Public News Compilation
Member Changes2017-05-31
SISTAR disbands
SISTAR disbanded after their contract expired.
Source:Public News Compilation
Awarded2017-05-21
BTS Takes the Stage at Billboard
BTS wins the Billboard Music Award for Top Social Artist, becoming the first Korean group to receive this honor.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2017-03-24
Yin's Kitchen is now live
tvN's business reality show "Youn's Kitchen," produced by PD Na Young-seok, has premiered. Yoon Yeo-jung, Lee Seo-jin, Jung Yu-mi, and others run a Korean restaurant abroad.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2017-01-23
IU and Jang Ki-ha break up
IU and Jang Ki-ha have confirmed their breakup; the couple went public with their relationship in 2013.
Source:Public News Compilation
2016
Movies & TV Shows2016
"Signal" becomes a classic in the suspense drama genre.
tvN drama "Signal" starring Lee Je-hoon, Kim Hye-soo, and Cho Jin-woong.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016
"Descendants of the Sun" Sparks Synchronized Broadcast Trend Between China and South Korea
KBS drama "Descendants of the Sun" aired simultaneously in Korea and China, starring Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo, sparking widespread enthusiasm.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016
Goblin: The Lonely and Great God airs
tvN's "Goblin," starring Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun, aired and set a new viewership record for the channel at the time.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016
Movie "Train to Busan" is now in theaters.
Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, "Train to Busan" attracted over 1150 million viewers and launched the film onto the international stage.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016
The film "The Handmaiden" is in competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
Park Chan-wook's "The Handmaiden," starring Kim Min-hee and Kim Tae-ri, has been selected for the Main Competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016
The movie "The Wailing" is now in theaters.
Ha-jun Roh's "The Wailing" screens, selected for the Cannes Film Festival's Out of Competition section.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2016
Produce 101 premieres
Mnet's survival show "Produce 101" launches, forming a limited-time group through viewer voting.
Source:Public News Compilation
Member Changes2016-11-25
2NE1 disbands
YG announces 2NE1's disbandment; members CL and Dara to remain under contract, while Park Bom and Minzy depart.
Source:Public News Compilation
Member Changes2016-10-31
Kang Ji-hoon leaves Running Man
Kang Hee-joon (Gary) left "Running Man" in 2016, focusing on his music career, which brought an end to the "Monday Couple" storyline.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2016-10-24
TWICE "TT" Release
TWICE released "TWICEcoaster: LANE 1", with the title track "TT" sparking widespread dance imitation.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016-09-07
Spy represents South Korea in Olympic qualification
Kim Jee-woon's "The Spy: Undercover Operation" has been released, drawing over 750 million viewers and representing South Korea in the race for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2016-08-26
My wild kid is live!
SBS's observational variety show "My Little Old Boy" premieres with hosts Shin Dong-yup and others.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2016-08-08
BLACKPINK Debut
YG launches four-member girl group BLACKPINK with debut tracks "BOOMBAYAH" and "WHISTLE".
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016-07-20
Train to Busan released and gains international reach
Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, "Train to Busan" drew over 1150 million viewers, was selected for the Midnight Screenings at Cannes, and launched the film onto the international stage.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2016-05-21
Jae-hyun Ahn and Hyesun Koo get married
Actors Jae-hyun Ahn and Hyesun Koo got married, but divorced in 2020.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2016-05-11
Cries selected for Non-Competitive Screening at Cannes
Hong-jin Na's "The Wailing" premiered and was selected for the Cannes Film Festival's Non-Competitive section.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2016-04-09
NCT Debut
SM Entertainment launches NCT, a multi-unit boy group.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2016-04-08
Slam Dunk premieres for the big sisters.
KBS's variety show "I Can See Your Voice: Sisters' Slam Dunk," where female celebrities pursue their dreams, has launched and spawned the girl group Unnies.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2016-04-01
Kai and Krystal publicly confirm their relationship
EXO's Kai and f(x)'s Krystal have confirmed their relationship; SM Entertainment verified the news. In 2017, both agencies confirmed the couple had broken up.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2016-01-22
Go live with 101
Mnet's major survival show "Produce 101" launches, forming the limited girl group I.O.I and igniting a wave of survival competition programs.
Source:Public News Compilation
Member Changes2016-01-15
KARA disbands
KARA will disband after the members' contract expires.
Source:Public News Compilation
2015
Other2015
The Masked Singer premieres
MBC music mystery variety show "King of Masked Singer" kicks off, hosted by Jin Shengzhu.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2015
"Recognized Brothers" Premieres
JTBC's variety show "Knowing Bros" premieres with hosts Kang Ho-dong, Lee Su-geun, and others.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2015
"New Journey to the West" Premieres
Ro Yoo-seok PD's web variety show "New Journey to the West" premieres, featuring Kang Ho-dong and Lee Soo-geun.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2015
"Reply 1988" becomes a national hit
tvN's "Reply 1988" airs, starring Hye-ri, Park Bo-gum, and Ryu Jun-yeol, setting a new viewership record for the network.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2015
Movie "Sadae" Released
Directed by Lee Joon-ik and starring Song Kang-ho and Yoo Ah-in, "The Throne" premiered to acclaim, winning multiple awards.
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Other2015-12-05
Your brother you know has gone live.
JTBC's in-studio variety show "Knowing Bros" premieres with fixed cast members Kang Ho-dong, Lee Su-geun, Kim Young-chul, and Kim Hee-chul.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2015-11-19
Insiders Extended Edition Breaks Records
Yoo Min-ho's "Inside Men" releases; extended version breaks box office record for teen-restricted films.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2015-10-20
TWICE Debut
JYP Entertainment debuted the nine-member girl group TWICE through "SIXTEEN," with their debut single "Like OOH-AHH."
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2015-09-16
Sadae Release
Directed by Lee Joon-ik and starring Song Kang-ho and Yoo Ah-in, "The Throne" premiered to acclaim, winning multiple awards.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2015-09-15
iKON Debut
YG Entertainment debuts seven-member boy group iKON through "MIX & MATCH."
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2015-09-04
New Journey to the West premieres
Produced by PD Na Young-seok, "New Journey to the West" premiered as a web exclusive series starring Kang Ho-dong, Lee Su-geun, and Yoon Ji-on.
Source:Public News Compilation
Company Changes2015-08-24
Tao's lawsuit against SM for contract termination
EXO member Tao filed a lawsuit to terminate his contract and left the group.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2015-08-05
Premiere
"Veteran," directed by Yoo Seung-won and starring Hwang Jung-min and Yoo Ah-in, has drawn over 1340 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2015-07-22
Assassination released
Director Choi Dong-hoon's "Assassination" grossed over 1270 million viewers and won Best Film at the Blue Dragon Awards.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2015-07-22
Kim Woo-bin and Shin Min-a Confirm Their Relationship
Actors Kim Woo-bin and Shin Min-a have publicly confirmed their relationship. They met while filming a commercial and remain in a stable relationship today.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2015-05-26
SEVENTEEN Debut
Pledis debuts 13-member boy group SEVENTEEN.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2015-04-29
BTS "The Most Beautiful Moment in Life" Series Release
BTS releases "The Most Beautiful Moment in Life, Pt. 1" with the title track "I NEED U," launching the The Most Beautiful Moment in Life series.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2015-04-05
The Masked Singer premieres
MBC's music推理 variety show "King of Masked Singer" kicks off, hosted by Jin Shengzhu.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2015-03-23
Lee Min-ho and Bae Suzy publicly announce their relationship
Actors Lee Min-ho and miss A's Bae Su-ji publicly announced their relationship; they confirmed their breakup in 2017 11.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2015-01-16
GFRIEND Debut
Source Music debuts six-member girl group GFRIEND.
Source:Public News Compilation
2014
Other2014
"Three Meals a Day" premieres
Roh Young-sik's variety show "Three Meals a Day" premieres, featuring Lee Se-jun and others.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2014-12-17
International Release
Hwang Jung-min's "The International Market" opens with over 1420K admissions.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2014-10-17
Three Meals a Day premieres
tvN's culinary variety show "Three Meals a Day," produced by PD Roh Young-sik, has premiered with Lee Seo-jin among the cast.
Source:Public News Compilation
Company Changes2014-10-10
Lu Han's lawsuit against SM Entertainment for contract termination
EXO member Lu Han filed a lawsuit against SM to terminate his contract and left the group, subsequently pursuing his career in China.
Source:Public News Compilation
Member Changes2014-09-30
Jessica leaves Girls' Generation
SM announces Jessica's departure from Girls' Generation; the group will continue as an eight-member unit.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2014-08-12
WINNER's debut
YG debuted the boy group WINNER through the show "WIN."
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2014-08-01
Red Velvet Debut
SM Entertainment debuts the girl group Red Velvet.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2014-07-30
"The Battle of Myeongnyang" sets a new box office record in film history.
Directed by Kim Han-min, "The Admiral: Roaring Currents" drew over 1760 million viewers and has long held the record for the highest-grossing film in South Korean history.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2014-06-19
Taeyeon and Baekhyun publicly confirm their relationship
Girls' Generation's Taeyeon and EXO's Baekhyun have confirmed their relationship. SM Entertainment verified the news, and both companies confirmed their breakup in 2015 9.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2014-06-18
MAMAMOO Debut
WA Entertainment (now RBW) debuts the four-member girl group MAMAMOO.
Source:Public News Compilation
Company Changes2014-05-15
Kris's lawsuit to terminate contract with SM
EXO member Kris filed a lawsuit against SM to terminate his contract and left the group.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2014-01-16
GOT7 Debut
JYP launches seven-member boy group GOT7.
Source:Public News Compilation
2013
Movies & TV Shows2013
Movie "The Attorney" surpasses 10 million admissions
Song Kang-ho's "The Attorney" is now in theaters, with over 1130 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013
"The Heirs" airs.
SBS youth drama "The Heirs" airs, starring Lee Min-ho, Park Shin-hye, and Kim Woo-bin.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013
The broadcast of "My Love from the Star" sparked a craze across Asia.
SBS drama "My Love from the Star," starring Jun Ji-hyun and Kim Soo-hyun, sparked a viewing frenzy across Asia.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2013
"I Am Alone" premieres
MBC's observational variety show "My Solo Living" premieres, becoming the definitive program for solo living themes.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013
The movie "Snowpiercer" is now in theaters.
Bong Joon-ho's "Snowpiercer" hits theaters, starring Song Kang-ho, Bae Doona, and international cast members.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013-12-18
The Defense Counsel is now showing.
Song Kang-ho's "The Attorney" is now in theaters, with over 1130 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2013-11-03
Superman Returns premieres
KBS parenting reality show "Superman Returns" premieres.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013-09-11
Guanxiang is now showing.
"Masquerade," starring Song Kang-ho and Lee Jung-jae, has surpassed 910K admissions.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2013-09-01
Lee Hyo-lee marries Lee Sang-soon
Lee Hyo-lee and musician Lee Sang-shun held their wedding in Jeju Island and settled there after marriage.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013-08-01
Snowpiercer releases
Bong Joon-ho's English-language film "Snowpiercer" premiered, drawing over 930 million viewers and achieving international success.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2013-06-13
BTS debut
Big Hit launches the seven-member boy band BTS with their debut single album, "2 COOL 4 SKOOL".
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2013-06-03
EXO releases "XOXO"
EXO released their first full album "XOXO" with the title track "Wolf," selling over one million copies.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2013-03-22
My Solo Life premieres
MBC's observational variety show "I Live Alone" premieres, documenting the daily lives of celebrities living alone.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2013-01-23
Gift screenings for Room 7 exceeded 1200K viewers
The gift of the 7th room, starring Ryoo Seung-ryong, has been released and has attracted over {10,000} viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2013-01-01
Rain and Kim Tae-hee go public with their relationship
Rain and actress Kim Tae-hee went public with their relationship. They married in 2017 1 and have three children together.
Source:Public News Compilation
2012
Other2012
Show Me The Money premieres
Mnet's rap survival show "Show Me The Money" launches, driving the mainstreaming of Korean hip-hop culture.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2012
"The Moon Embracing the Sun" ratings exceed 42%
MBC historical drama "The Moon Embracing the Sun" achieved a peak rating of over 42%, boosting the popularity of stars Kim Soo-hyun and Yeo Jin-goo.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2012-10-31
Wolf Boy is now in theaters.
"Wolf Children," starring Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-young, has surpassed 660K viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2012-07-25
The number of viewers for the heist movie "All About My Wife" has surpassed 1200 million.
The Heist, directed by Choi Dong-hoon, has surpassed 1290 million admissions.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2012-07-15
PSY's "Gangnam Style" goes global
PSY released "Gangnam Style," the first YouTube video to surpass 10 billion views, sparking a global phenomenon.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2012-06-22
Show Me The Money premiere
Mnet's rap survival show "Show Me The Money" launches, driving mainstream adoption of Korean hip-hop culture.
Source:Public News Compilation
2011
Other2011
"In Mortal Melodies" Premieres
KBS music competition show "Immortal Songs" launches, with Shin Dong-yep as long-time host.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2011
"Healing Camp" premieres
SBS healing talk show "Healing Camp" launches, hosted by Lee Kyung-koo and Kim Je-dong.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2011
K-pop Star premieres
SBS's K-pop Star audition show launches, with SM, YG, and JYP serving as judges.
Source:Public News Compilation
Social Activities2011-09-22
The Furnace drives legislation
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk's film "Silenced," starring Gong Yoo, sparked public attention and prompted amendments to South Korean law.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2011-08-10
The Last Stand: The Bow
Kim Han-min's "The Last Ride" opens, with over 740 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2011-07-18
Healing Camp launches
SBS healing talk show "Healing Camp" launches, hosted by Lee Kyung-koo and Kim Je-dong.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2011-06-04
Immortal Songs: Singing the Legend airs
KBS music competition show "Immortal Songs" premieres, featuring singers reinterpreting classic hits.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2011-05-04
Sunshine Sisters is now in theaters.
The Sun's Sisters, directed by Kang Hyung-jin, has surpassed 730 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2011-04-19
Apink Debut
A Cube (now IST) launches girl group Apink.
Source:Public News Compilation
2010
Movies & TV Shows2010
"The Secret Garden" premieres.
SBS drama "Secret Garden" airs, starring Hyun Bin and Ha Ji-won. The soul-swapping premise sparks a frenzy.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2010
The movie "The Unforgiven" is now in theaters.
The film "The Man from Nowhere," starring Won Bin, has attracted over 620 thousand viewers and stands as his representative work.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2010
Running Man premieres
SBS variety show "Running Man" premiered with Yoo Jae-suk as host, gradually gaining widespread popularity across Asia.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2010-12-16
Released on the Yellow Sea
Ro Hong-jin's "The Yellow Sea," starring Kim Yoon-seok and Ha Jung-woo, premiered and was selected for the Cannes Film Festival's Un Certain Regard section.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2010-12-09
IU's "Good Day" becomes a huge hit
IU released her album "Real," featuring the hit single "Good Day." The song's three high notes became iconic highlights of her live performances.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2010-07-11
Running Man premieres
SBS game variety show "Running Man" premiered with original members Yoo Jae-suk, Ji Suk-jin, Kim Jong-kook, Haha, Lee Kwang-soo, Song Ji-hyo, and Gary. The show has gained widespread popularity across Asia.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2010-06-09
INFINITE debut
Woollim Entertainment launches seven-member boy group INFINITE.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2010-06-04
SISTAR Debut
Starship launches four-member girl group SISTAR.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2010-02-04
The Righteous Brothers are showing.
"The Righteous Deed," directed by Jang Hun and starring Song Kang-ho and Kang Dong-won, has surpassed 550 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2010-01-14
CNBLUE Debut
FNC launches CNBLUE with debut single "Lonely Man."
Source:Public News Compilation
2009
Movies & TV Shows2009
Hana Yori Dango airs
KBS's "Boys Over Flowers," adapted from a popular manga, launched the careers of stars Lee Min-ho and Kim Hyun-joong across Asia.
Source:Public News Compilation
Company Changes2009-12-21
Han Geng terminates contract with SM
Super Junior member Han Geng filed a lawsuit over his exclusive contract and terminated his agreement with SM, subsequently pursuing his career in China.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2009-10-23
Youth Unbeaten premieres
KBS launches "Gag Concert: Rural Experience" variety show featuring female idols.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2009-10-14
BEAST debuts
Cube launches six-member male group BEAST.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2009-10-06
Strong Heart premieres
SBS talk show variety "Strong Heart" premieres, hosted by Kang Ho-dong.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2009-09-05
f(x) debut
SM Entertainment launches five-member girl group f(x).
Source:Public News Compilation
Company Changes2009-07-31
Three members of TVXQ file lawsuit to terminate their contracts
Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment regarding their exclusive contracts, leading to the suspension of the group's activities.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2009-07-22
Haemundae Theater Surpasses 10 Million Visitors
The disaster film "Haeundae" is now in theaters, with over 1130K admissions.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2009-05-16
"Mother" shortlisted for Cannes' Un Certain Regard
Directed by Bong Joon-ho, "Mother" was selected for the Un Certain Regard section at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2009-05-06
2NE1 Debut
YG launches four-member girl group 2NE1 with debut single "Fire".
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2009-03-12
Super Junior releases "Sorry, Sorry"
"Sorry, Sorry" became Super Junior's signature hit and achieved widespread popularity across Asia.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2009-01-05
Girls' Generation releases "Gee"
"Gee" became a phenomenon, establishing Girls' Generation as the definitive girl group.
Source:Public News Compilation
2008
Other2008
"We Got Married" Premieres
MBC's hypothetical marriage variety show "We Got Married" launches, sparking buzz with multiple celebrity fake couples.
Source:Public News Compilation
Movies & TV Shows2008-12-03
The Superstar
Director Kang Hyung-cheol's "Scandal Makers" drew over 820 million viewers.
Source:Public News Compilation
Album/Comeback2008-09-22
Wonder Girls release "Nobody"
"Nobody" became the Wonder Girls' signature hit, charting on the US Billboard Hot 100 the following year.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2008-09-04
2PM's debut
JYP Entertainment launched the boy group 2PM, known for their "beast idol" image.
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2008-06-15
Family Debut Premiere
SBS rural variety show "Family Outing" premieres with fixed cast members including Yoo Jae-suk and Lee Hyo-ri.
Source:Public News Compilation
debut2008-05-25
SHINee debut
SM Entertainment debuts five-member boy group SHINee with their debut single "Replay".
Source:Public News Compilation
Other2008-05-24
The Good, the Bad, and the Weird make it to Cannes
Directed by Kim Jee-woon, "Good Man, Bad Man, Weird Man" was selected for the Non-Competitive section at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival.
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Other2008-03-16
We Got Married is now airing.
MBC's hypothetical marriage reality show "We Got Married" premieres, featuring multiple celebrity couples pretending to be married.
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Movies & TV Shows2008-02-14
The Pursuer is now showing.
Ro Hong-jin's directorial debut, "The Chaser," starring Kim Yun-seok and Ha Jung-woo, is now in theaters.
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2007
Other2007
Radio Star premieres
MBC's talk show variety program "Radio Star" premiered and has become a flagship long-running talk show.
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Awarded2007
Jeon Do-yeon Wins Best Actress at Cannes for Film "Secret Sunshine"
Directed by Lee Chang-dong, "Secret Sunshine" was selected for the main competition at Cannes, where Jeon Do-yeon won Best Actress, becoming the first Korean woman to receive this honor.
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Other2007
"2 Days & 1 Night" Premieres
KBS variety show "2 Days & 1 Night" launches, with original members Kang Ho-dong and Lee Su-geun winning widespread acclaim.
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Album/Comeback2007-09-13
Wonder Girls' "Tell Me" sparks a trend
"Tell Me" sparked a nationwide dance challenge, earning Wonder Girls the title of Korea's top girl group.
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Other2007-08-05
Two Days One Night Live Stream
KBS travel game variety show "2 Days & 1 Night" launches with Kang Ho-dong, Lee Su-geun, and Kim Jong-min as the original cast members.
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debut2007-08-05
Girls' Generation debut
SM Entertainment debuts the nine-member girl group Girls' Generation with their debut single, "Into the New World."
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Awarded2007-05-27
Jeon Do-yeon wins Best Actress at Cannes for "Secret Sunshine"
Jeon Do-yeon won the Best Actress award at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival for her role in "Secret Sunshine," directed by Lee Chang-dong.
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debut2007-03-29
KARA Debut
DSP introduces the girl group KARA, which later gained high popularity in Japan.
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debut2007-02-10
Wonder Girls debut
JYP launches the girl group Wonder Girls.
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2006
Movies & TV Shows2006
The movie "The Host" is now in theaters.
Bong Joon-ho's "The Host" was released, drawing over 1300 million viewers and setting a new box office record for Korean cinema at the time.
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debut2006-08-19
BIGBANG Debut
YG Entertainment debuts the five-member boy group BIGBANG through a reality show.
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Movies & TV Shows2006-07-27
The Host is now showing.
Bong Joon-ho's "The Host" was released, drawing over 1300 million viewers and setting a new record at the time.
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2005
Movies & TV Shows2005
"My Love, My Bride" viewership exceeded 50%.
MBC's "I'm Sam Soon" concluded with a rating above 50%, cementing Kim Sun-young as the face of romantic comedy.
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Other2005
"Infinite Challenge" premieres
MBC's variety show "Infinite Challenge" premiered and, after 13 years on air, is known as the "National Variety Show."
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Movies & TV Shows2005-12-29
The King's Man surpassed 1200 million viewers.
Directed by Lee Jun-ik, "The King and the Clown" drew over 1230 million viewers, launching Lee Joon-ki to stardom.
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debut2005-11-06
Super Junior Debut
SM Entertainment launches large-scale male group Super Junior.
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Other2005-04-23
Infinite Challenge airs now
MBC's "Infinite Challenge," later dubbed the "National Variety Show," has been on air for 13 years.
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2004
Awarded2004
"Old Boy" wins the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival
Park Chan-wook's "Oldboy" won the Grand Prix at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival, boosting South Korean cinema's international reputation.
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Other2004-10-30
Love Letter is now airing.
SBS's dating-themed game variety show "Love Letter" kicks off, hosted by Kang Ho-dong.
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Awarded2004-05-01
Oldboy Wins Grand Jury Prize at Cannes
Park Chan-wook's "Oldboy" won the Grand Prix at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival.
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Movies & TV Shows2004-02-05
The Taegeukgi soars, breaking box office records.
Director Kang Je-gyu's "Taegukgi: The Brotherhood of War" was released, drawing over 1170 million viewers and setting a new record for Korean cinema at the time.
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2003
Movies & TV Shows2003
The movie "Memories of Murder" is now in theaters.
Directed by Bong Joon-ho and starring Song Kang-ho, "Memories of Murder" became a classic of Korean cinema.
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Movies & TV Shows2003
"Jumong" becomes a sensation across Asia
MBC's historical drama "Dae Jang Geum," starring Lee Young-ae, achieved record-breaking ratings across multiple Asian countries and became a flagship representative of the Korean Wave.
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debut2003-12-26
TVXQ debut
SM Entertainment launches TVXQ, a five-member boy group and one of the key acts that launched the second generation of K-pop idols.
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Movies & TV Shows2003-12-24
"Real Heroes" Becomes the First Korean Film to Reach 10 Million Viewers
"Real Devils" surpassed 1100 million admissions, becoming the first domestic Korean film to reach 10 million viewers in box office history.
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Other2003-11-08
X-Man launches
SBS studio game variety show "X-Man" premiered, hosted by Yoo Jae-suk and Kang Ho-dong, becoming a representative variety program of the 2000s.
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Movies & TV Shows2003-05-02
Memories of Murder in theaters
Directed by Bong Joon-ho and starring Song Kang-ho, *Memories of Murder*—adapted from the Hwaseong serial murders—is hailed as a classic of Korean cinema.
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2002
Movies & TV Shows2002
The broadcast of "Winter Sonata" sparked a Korean wave in Japan.
KBS drama "Winter Sonata," starring Bae Yong-joon and Choi Ji-woo, sparked the first wave of the Korean Wave across Asia, including Japan.
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debut2002-05-13
Rain debuts
Rain debuted with his first album, "Bad Guy," and subsequently gained widespread recognition across Asia.
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2001
Movies & TV Shows2001-07-27
My Sassy Girl sparks a wave of popularity across Asia
The film "My Sassy Girl," starring Cha Tae-hyun and Jun Ji-hyun, grossed over 480 million viewers and sparked a craze across multiple Asian countries.
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Album/Comeback2001-05-30
BoA's Japanese Debut
BoA launched her Japanese single "ID; Peace B" to enter the Japanese market, subsequently becoming a representative Korean artist to achieve success in Japan.
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Member Changes2001-05-13
H.O.T. disbands
H.O.T. announced their disbandment following contract disputes with members, marking the end of the first generation of K-pop idols.
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2000
debut2000-08-25
BoA's debut
BoA debuted at age 13 with her first album, "ID; Peace B."
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1999
debut1999-01-13
g.o.d debut
Boy group g.o.d debuts; their hit song "To Mother" becomes widely popular.
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1998
debut1998-05-12
Fin.K.L debuts
DSP launches the four-member girl group Fin.K.L., one of the first-generation representative girl groups alongside S.E.S.
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debut1998-03-24
Myth Debut
The six-member male group Shinhwa debuted, and the lineup has remained unchanged since.
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1997
debut1997-11-01
S.E.S. debut
SM Entertainment debuts the three-member girl group S.E.S., establishing itself as the pioneering representative female group.
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1996
debut1996-09-07
H.O.T. officially debuts
SM Entertainment launched the five-member boy group H.O.T. with their debut album "We Hate All Kinds of Violence," marking one of the beginnings of the first generation of idols.
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