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BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s Agency Announces Legal Action Against Malicious Posts
BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s agency has warned of strong legal action against malicious posts targeting the artist. On March 9, Jennie’s agency OA Entertainment released an official statement announcing that it is currently reviewing various legal measures and plans to take firm action against acts that infringe on Jennie’s reputation, rights, portrait rights, and other intellectual property rights. The agency also revealed that it has been closely monitoring online communities and social media platforms following the continued spread of false information, defamatory content, malicious slander, and baseless speculation about the artist.
Seo In Guk Dishes On His New Drama “Boyfriend On Demand,” Chemistry With BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, And More
Seo In Guk recently sat down with Singles Korea magazine to discuss his new Netflix series “Boyfriend on Demand.” Helmed by director Kim Jung Sik of “Work Later, Drink Now” and “Not Others,” “Boyfriend on Demand” is a romantic comedy that follows Seo Mi Rae (BLACKPINK’s Jisoo), an overworked webtoon producer who subscribes to a virtual dating simulation service to experience the dates of her dreams. On why he chose to star in the drama, Seo In Guk shared, “I think what first drew me in was the world-building. The concept was fascinating because it goes beyond a simple romance—experiencing a virtual dating simulation, and the way the story unfolds felt unique.” He continued, “The character Seo Mi Rae experiences various romantic situations in a virtual reality setting, so the show’s backgrounds are visually striking, which adds to the fun. Following Seo Mi Rae’s emotional journey and also tracking the emotional arc of my character Kyeong Nam lets you enjoy the drama even more. Before you know it, you’ll find yourself fully immersed in the drama. It gradually draws you in.” Talking about his character Kyeong Nam, Seo In Guk remarked, “He’s a character who often gets misunderstood. On the surface, he seems very cold and highly competitive, but when it comes to work, he’s a pro who handles tasks flawlessly. In some ways, he’s a bit clumsy too. He’s not a one-dimensional character—he has many sides, so I hope viewers can see him as a character with these various points.” Seo In Guk also talked about his co-star BLACKPINK’s Jisoo. He commended Jisoo, saying she is naturally so lovely and perfectly matched with the character Seo Mi Rae. He went on to reveal that she was the mood maker on set, and that as filming progressed, he sometimes felt like Jisoo and Mi Rae were the same person. On the similarities between him and his character, the actor commented, “I don’t think I’m as serious as Kyeong Nam. People who don’t know me might see me as serious, but I have a playful side. Kyeong Nam, however, is a calm person. He’s a little awkward at expressing himself, which is different from me. I tend to be more honest with my emotions than Kyeong Nam.” When asked if there were any memorable moments while filming the drama, he shared, “There was an important emotional scene, and that day, the wind was unusually strong during filming. It was supposed to snow in the scene, so we had to do multiple takes. It was quite late, and the owner of a nearby clothing store must have felt sorry for us because we were struggling so much. I remember they willingly offered us their shop to rest in during the setup time. It made me feel that the world is a warm place.” Regarding his expectations for 2026, Seo In Guk, who described 2026 as a “Year of Blooming” in a past interview, commented, “I don’t have big wishes. I just hope that the things I’ve carefully prepared go well. These are works created with effort from many people, not just the result of my individual effort. Even today’s photoshoot was like that. I hope the final result, born from all these efforts from many people, achieves satisfying success.” On his future plans, the actor remarked, “I’m working on a new album. I’m putting in a lot of effort since fans are waiting for it. Working with new composers is exciting for me as well. I’m preparing things step by step, so I hope everyone looks forward to it. Also, the drama I’m currently filming, “Back to Work!” (literal title), already has great chemistry, so I’m excited to see how it turns out. This year, I plan to show many different sides of myself, so please wait just a little longer.” Seo In Guk’s full interview is available in the March issue of Singles Magazine.
I.O.I Launches Official Social Media Accounts For 10th Anniversary Comeback
I.O.I has opened new social media channels for their upcoming 10th anniversary celebrations! On March 9, I.O.I posted on their new social media channels including X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and a fan community. [📢] 아이오아이 (I.O.I) 10주년 기념 Official Channel OpenX : @ioi_10thFan Community : https://t.co/JmhZWc8ho1Instagram : https://t.co/5h01aeKDvKTikTok : https://t.co/TZk3KDRZZp#아이오아이 #IOI pic.twitter.com/7oEXTW2sKm— 아이오아이 (I.O.I) (@ioi_10th) March 9, 2026 Along with the new channel links, I.O.I also announced that they will be accepting suggestions for the group’s official fan club name. Earlier in February, it was confirmed that nine members of I.O.I—Jeon Somi, Kim Se Jeong, Choi Yoojung, Chungha, Kim So Hye, Jung Chaeyeon, Kim Doyeon, Lim Nayoung, and Yeonjung—will be reuniting to make their long-awaited comeback in celebration of their 10th anniversary. Kang Mina and Zhou Jie Qiong will be unable to participate due to unavoidable circumstances arising from pre-scheduled commitments. Are you excited for I.O.I’s comeback? Stay tuned for updates! While you wait, check out Jung Chaeyeon in “Family by Choice”:
FIFTY FIFTY's Hana To Temporarily Halt Activities Due To Health
FIFTY FIFTY’s Hana will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities. On March 9, FIFTY FIFTY’s agency ATTRAKT shared the following official statement: Hello, This is ATTRAKT. We would like to sincerely thank TWENY for your continued love and support for FIFTY FIFTY. We would like to inform you regarding member Hana’s activities. Hana has recently visited the hospital due to ongoing health concerns and, following medical examination, has been advised by a healthcare professional that she requires sufficient rest and stability for the time being. After careful discussion with Hana and the members, it has been decided that she will temporarily suspend her activities in order to focus on treatment and recovery. Starting today, FIFTY FIFTY will continue activities as a four-member group. We sincerely apologize for causing concern with this sudden news and kindly ask for your understanding. Our company will prioritize the artist’s health and do our utmost to support her full recovery. Thank you. Get well soon, Hana!
ATEEZ, ENHYPEN, IVE, Stray Kids, BTS, CORTIS, NewJeans, And ILLIT Sweep Top Spots On Billboard World Albums Chart
Billboard has published its World Albums chart for the week ending on March 7! ATEEZ’s new mini album “GOLDEN HOUR : Part.4” topped the World Albums chart for the third week in a row, in addition to spending a third week on the Billboard 200 at No. 45. ENHYPEN once again landed a total of three entries on the World Albums chart this week. Their latest mini album “THE SIN : VANISH” maintained its position at No. 2, while their previous albums “ROMANCE : UNTOLD” and “DESIRE : UNLEASH” remained unmoving on the World Albums chart at No. 23 and No. 25 respectively. Stray Kids also charted a total six of albums this week: their latest album “DO IT” held steady at No. 3, followed by “KARMA” at No. 7, “合 (HOP)” at No. 11, “ATE” at No. 12, “★★★★★ (5-STAR)” at No. 18, and “ROCK-STAR” at No. 24. BTS’s 2022 anthology album “Proof” held onto its spot at No. 4 on the World Albums chart this week, while their 2020 Japanese album “Map of the Soul: 7 ~The Journey~” re-entered the chart at No. 10. Meanwhile, CORTIS’s debut EP “COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES” rounded out its 25th week on the chart at No. 5. NewJeans’ “Get Up” climbed back up to No. 14 in its 129th week on the chart, followed by ILLIT’s “bomb” at No. 15 in its 36th week. Despite not having yet been released physically in the United States during this week’s tracking period, IVE’s new album “REVIVE+” debuted at No. 19 on the World Albums chart based solely on digital performance, without any physical sales. Finally, BTS’s Jimin’s solo album “MUSE” spent its 84th week on the World Albums chart at No. 21. Congratulations to all of the artists!
GIRLSET Announces Official Fandom Name And Logo Designed By Kendall
GIRLSET has given their fandom an official name and logo! On March 6 local time, the JYP Entertainment and Republic Records girl group announced that their official fandom name would be “LOCKETS.” The following day, GIRLSET went on to reveal LOCKETS’ official logo, which was personally designed by Kendall. Fandom name unlocked! The OFFICIAL fandom name is…. LOCKETS 🔒🔑 Can’t wait to continue this journey together, we love you! 🩷Logo designed by our very own Kendall #GIRLSET #LOCKETS pic.twitter.com/JQ3Q6ZZnC4— GIRLSET (@GIRLSETofficial) March 7, 2026 What do you think of GIRLSET’s new fandom name?