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BLACKPINK Becomes 1st Artist In YouTube History To Surpass 100 Million Subscribers
BLACKPINK has achieved a historic first on YouTube! On February 20 local time, YouTube officially announced that BLACKPINK had become the first artist in YouTube history to hit 100 million subscribers on their official artist channel. In celebration of this exciting milestone, YouTube presented BLACKPINK with a custom Red Diamond Creator Award. BLACKPINK’s official YouTube channel currently boasts nine videos in the “1 Billion Views Club,” including their music videos for “DDU-DU DDU-DU,” “Kill This Love,” “BOOMBAYAH,” “AS IF IT’S YOUR LAST,” “How You Like That,” and “Pink Venom.” Other videos on the channel to have surpassed 1 billion views each include the group’s “How You Like That” dance performance video, as well as Lisa’s performance video for “MONEY” and Jennie’s music video for “SOLO.” Over the past 12 months alone, BLACKPINK has earned an incredible total of 3.3 billion views across YouTube. Congratulations to BLACKPINK on their historic achievement!
KATSEYE's Manon To Take Temporary Hiatus From Group Activities
KATSEYE’s Manon will be temporarily halting all group activities in order to focus on her health. On February 20 local time, HYBE x Geffen announced that Manon would be “taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing.” The official announcement went on, “The group will continue scheduled activities during this time, and we look forward to being together again when the time is right.” HYBE x Geffen’s full statement is as follows: Hello.After open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing.We fully support this decision. KATSEYE remains committed to showing up for one another and for the fans who mean everything to us. The group will continue scheduled activities during this time, and we look forward to being together again when the time is right.Thank you to our EYEKONS for your continued love, patience, and understanding.HxG
Jo Bo Ah Gives Birth To Her First Child
Jo Bo Ah has welcomed her first child! On February 20, Jo Bo Ah’s agency announced that Jo Bo Ah had given birth to a baby boy today and that both she and the child are in good health. Below is the full official statement from her agency BILLIONS Entertainment: Hello, this is BILLIONS. We are pleased to share the joyful news that actress Jo Bo Ah gave birth to a baby boy today (February 20). Both Jo Bo Ah and her child are currently in good health and are resting while surrounded by the love and congratulations of their family. We sincerely thank everyone who has always shown warm interest and congratulations, and we ask for your continued support and well wishes for Jo Bo Ah as she welcomes this precious new life. Please continue to show your unwavering interest and love for Jo Bo Ah’s future activities. Thank you. Jo Bo Ah married her non-celebrity husband in October 2024. About a year after her marriage, she shared the news of her pregnancy. Congratulations to Jo Bo Ah and family!
Go Ah Sung, Byun Yo Han, And Moon Sang Min’s New Film “Pavane” Reveals Key Reasons To Tune In
Netflix’s new film “Pavane” has unveiled key points to watch ahead of its release today! Based on the best-selling novel “Pavane for a Dead Princess,” “Pavane” tells the story of three young adults struggling to love themselves. As these emotionally closed-off individuals find solace in each other’s company and slowly become a ray of light for one another, they ultimately learn to face life and love again. Here are three key highlights of the film! 1. The quiet yet heartfelt comfort and relatability conveyed through the trio’s coming-of-age journey Mi Jung (Go Ah Sung), Yo Han (Byun Yo Han), and Gyeong Rok (Moon Sang Min)—each carrying emotional wounds that prevent them from loving even themselves—the film paints a poignant portrait of youth navigating a harsh reality. As the three naturally grow closer and slowly rediscover light in their lives together, the story promises a tender depiction of youth and healing. Director Lee Jong Pil shared, “I hoped the film would hold the feelings people have about love and youth,” adding that “Pavane” delivers a story that is both sweet and bittersweet, offering empathy and gentle consolation to young people forced to give up dreams and love in the face of reality. 2. Chemistry between Go Ah Sung, Byun Yo Han, and Moon Sang Min Go Ah Sung, known for her stable and delicate acting, plays Mi Jung, a woman who hides herself from others’ gaze. After meeting Gyeong Rok, the first person to treat her without prejudice, Mi Jung gradually begins to change. Byun Yo Han takes on the role of Yo Han, a free-spirited and unpredictable character—at times lighthearted yet serious, warm yet distant—whose layered personality comes alive through the actor’s signature depth. Moon Sang Min plays Gyeong Rok, a young man who gave up his dream of becoming a temporary dancer and now faces harsh reality. Drawn to Mi Jung after their chance encounter, Gyeong Rok begins moving toward his stalled dreams and future once again, portraying the clumsy yet sincere emotions of youth. 3. Director Lee Jong Pil’s delicate direction Previously known for capturing the struggles and hopes of youth in films such as “Samjin Company English Class” and “Escape,” the director has shared that he had long dreamed of creating a romance film since his teenage years. Unlike the original novel, which unfolds in a first-person perspective, the film reconstructs the story through the viewpoints of Mi Jung, Yo Han, and Gyeong Rok, presenting a more layered portrayal of love, friendship, and growth. A diverse soundtrack spanning classical, rock, jazz, and Korean pop—along with visual motifs of light such as auroras, sunsets, and rainbows—enhances the film’s distinctive melodramatic atmosphere. “Pavane” will be released on Netflix on February 20 at 5 p.m. KST.
BTS’s V Responds To Messages With Min Hee Jin Being Used As Court Evidence
BTS member V has spoken out regarding his KakaoTalk messages being submitted as evidence in the legal dispute between HYBE and former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin. Previously, on the morning of February 12, the Seoul Central District Court ruled in favor of Min Hee Jin in her legal battle with HYBE concerning the exercise of a put option (stock purchase claim right) valued at approximately 25.5 billion won (approximately $17.7 million). On February 20, Sports Kyunghyang reported that, according to the first-trial judgment document from the shareholder agreement lawsuit between HYBE and Min Hee Jin, the court determined that Min Hee Jin’s suspicions alleging that ILLIT had copied NewJeans constituted a legitimate expression of opinion. During the proceedings, KakaoTalk conversations exchanged between V and Min Hee Jin were revealed to have been included as part of the evidence. According to the report, V had sent Min Hee Jin a message that read, “(About how plagiarism accusations always come up and are never absent) Yeah… I know, right. I also looked at it and thought, ‘Ah, this is similar…’” Following the report, V personally addressed the matter via Instagram. Sharing a screenshot of the article on his Instagram Story, he stated: This was part of a private, everyday conversation I shared out of empathy because she was an acquaintance of mine. I had absolutely no intention of taking either side. However, I feel very taken aback that this conversation was submitted as evidence without my consent.
ZEROBASEONE And ALPHA DRIVE ONE's Agency To Take Strong Legal Action Against Malicious Posts
WAKEONE, the agency of ZEROBASEONE and ALPHA DRIVE ONE, has warned strong legal action against malicious posts. On February 20, WAKEONE released an official statement announcing that they are currently pursuing legal procedures regarding acts that infringe upon the personal rights and reputations of their artists. Hello, this is WAKEONE. First, we would like to bow our heads and express our deep gratitude to all fans who continue to send unwavering support and affection to our artists. With a heavy heart, we have been monitoring the situation in which indiscriminate malicious slander and the spread of false, unfounded rumors about our artists have been taking place across domestic and international online communities and social media. Our artists are currently doing their utmost every moment in pursuit of new growth. However, as personal attacks, including those against their appearance, along with insults, defamation, and baseless falsehoods continue to spread, deep wounds are being left not only on the artists themselves but also on the hearts of fans who cherish them. We are fully aware that protecting our artists’ (ZEROBASEONE, ALPHA DRIVE ONE) personal rights and reputations is our foremost responsibility as their agency. Accordingly, we would like to inform you that we have appointed Shin & Kim LLC and are currently proceeding with legal action against acts that infringe upon those rights. Sharing unverified information or speculative content to make speculations about or criticize specific individuals can cause serious harm to someone. In particular, we earnestly ask that you refrain from crossing the line with actions such as groundless slander, personal attacks, and the exposure of personal information. WAKEONE will continue to respond consistently and responsibly to protect our artists’ rights and interests. Thank you.