KpopStarz

Established in 2011 in the heart of downtown New York City, KpopStarz has rapidly emerged as the leading platform for Korean pop music news in the United States. Each month, more than 20 million visitors turn to the site for its fair, comprehensive reporting and knowledgeable reviews.

International

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#448506

Singapore

#18735

Arts and Entertainment/Arts and Entertainment

#213

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

BABYMONSTER's Ahyeon, Asa Set To Appear on 'Running Man' Ahead of Group's July Comeback

3 days ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

BABYMONSTER members Ahyeon and Asa will make their debut appearance on the popular SBS variety show "Running Man" as the group prepares for their highly anticipated July comeback. The episode featuring the two members is scheduled to air on July 6, just a few days before the girl group releases their pre-release single "HOT SAUCE" on July 1. Ahyeon and Asa reportedly completed filming for the show alongside actress Joo Hyun-young, who will join them as a fellow guest.
Jessi Announces Comeback Less Than a Year After Fan Assault Controversy

3 days ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

Korean-American rapper Jessi has announced her return to music with a new single scheduled for release on Friday, marking her first domestic comeback in eight months following a controversial fan assault incident.
Aespa's Limited-Edition 'Dirty Work' Album Sparks Outrage Over Pricing

6 days ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

K-pop girl group Aespa's upcoming limited-edition album has ignited fierce controversy among fans after SM Entertainment announced the Dirty Crew Ring Version would cost 202,000 won (approximately $147 USD) at full price, currently discounted to 163,000 won ($119 USD). The special edition of the Dirty Work single album, set for release on July 4, includes a silver ring, surgical steel necklace chain, package box, QR card, and five photo cards.
Lee Hyori Faces Criticism After Making Comments on IVF Pregnancy

6 days ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

South Korean singer Lee Hyori has become the center of online backlash after her past comments about in vitro fertilization (IVF) pregnancy resurfaced on social media platforms. The controversy erupted when netizens began widely sharing remarks the 47-year-old entertainer made during a 2022 appearance on MBC Every1's variety show "Brother of the Tteokbokki House."During the program, Lee Hyori talked about her plans to have a second child and expressed her stance on fertility treatments.
BLACKPINK Jisoo's Casting in 'Omniscient Reader' Film Draws Backlash Following Director's Comments

1 week ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

Director Kim Byung-woo's recent explanation for casting BLACKPINK's Jisoo in the upcoming film "Omniscient Reader: The Prophet" has sparked fierce criticism from Korean netizens and fans of the original webtoon. During a production briefing session on Tuesday, Kim cited Jisoo's "passion" and work ethic as primary reasons for her selection, saying it was the correct decision to work with the BLACKPINK member as she was someone who would give their all.
JDB Entertainment CEO Lee Kang Hee Resigns After Rumored Affair With Girl Group Member

1 week ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

Lee Kang Hee, CEO of JDB Entertainment, has officially resigned following allegations of an extramarital affair with a member of a K-pop girl group. The company confirmed his resignation in a statement released Tuesday, saying they are still verifying the facts surrounding the recent issue but noted the CEO has submitted his resignation. It also expressed its sincere apologies for the concern the affair has caused.
Big Ocean Breaks Barriers by Becoming K-Pop's First Deaf Group

1 week ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

Big Ocean made history as the first K-pop group composed entirely of deaf and hard-of-hearing artists when they debuted on April 20, 2024, representing a groundbreaking moment for accessibility and inclusion in the competitive industry. The group consists of members Park Hyunjin (stage name PJ), Lee Chanyeon, and Kim Jiseok, all of whom have varying degrees of hearing loss.
ENHYPEN's New Mini Album 'DESIRE: UNLEASH' Debuts at No. 3 on Billboard 200

1 week ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

K-pop group ENHYPEN achieved another milestone with their sixth mini album DESIRE: UNLEASH debuting at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart dated June 21. The achievement marks the group's fifth consecutive album to land in the Billboard 200's top 10, continuing their impressive streak of chart success. The latest album sold roughly 95,000 equivalent album units in the United States during its first week, with strong physical sales contributing to its Billboard performance.
10 K-Pop Idols and Actresses Involved in THE BOYZ's Dating and Partying Scandal

2 weeks ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

Multiple K-pop groups and actresses have been swept into controversy following allegations against THE BOYZ members that began surfacing on Tuesday. The scandal initially centered around dating rumors involving THE BOYZ's Juyeon and two actresses but quickly expanded to include smoking allegations and claims of private parties with young female influencers.
TWICE Announces Stops for 2025 'This Is For' World Tour, Will Add More Dates Soon

2 weeks ago | kpopstarz.com | Danielle Ong

TWICE has revealed the first wave of dates for their sixth world tour, announcing 23 concerts across 13 cities in Asia and Australia from July through December 2025. The K-pop girl group made the announcement on Monday through their official social media channels and JYP Entertainment. The tour, titled "THIS IS FOR," will kick off with two nights at Inspire Arena in Incheon, South Korea on July 19 and 20.