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Detective ARMYs are pros at spotting spoilers and analyzing "evidence", but BTS is always one step ahead!

On May 7, BTS announced the name, release date, tracklist, and other details for their 4th Japanese album, MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 ~ THE JOURNEY.

#BTS 日本4thアルバム『MAP OF THE SOUL : 7 ~ THE JOURNEY ~』2020年7月15日発売決定＆予約受付のご案内 詳しくは→ https://t.co/BrE0iyLQq9

- BTS JAPAN OFFICIAL (@BTS_jp_official) May 7, 2020

The 13-track album includes four new songs: "INTRO: Calling", "Stay Gold", "OUTRO: The Journey", and "Your eyes tell". Hmm. Does that ring any bells?

After seeing the album's name and tracklist, fans realized that BTS dropped major hints during the 2019 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA).

In their VCR, BTS included this text that appears to hint at their Japanese album's name, as well as its intro and outro tracks.

Just when you think you've figured it all out, BTS drops another bomb like this!

THE HINTS FROM BTS MAMA 2019 TEASER TO THEIR UPCOMING JAPANESE ALBUM pic.twitter.com/SQbMvhVvxP

- dj⁷ ⟭⟬ (@sugasanaeh) May 7, 2020

If you haven't seen it yet, check out BTS's MAMA VCR. Maybe you'll find more missed hints!

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BTS Hinted At Their Japanese Album Last Year, But Nobody Noticed

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Detective ARMYs are pros at spotting spoilers and analyzing "evidence", but BTS is always one step ahead! On May 7, BTS announced the name, release date, tracklist, and other details for their 4th Japanese album, MAP OF THE SOUL: 7 ~ THE JOURNEY.

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Both born in 1993, singer IU and BTS's Suga have finally dropped the official release of their collaboration track "Eight." As soon as the song hit the charts at 6 PM KST, it soared up to the number one spot on all major music streaming platforms, showing the power of Suga and IU.

This is how the Melon charts looked five minutes after the release of the song.

This pop rock genre track as written and produced by both artists and features a refreshing band sound that is different from IU's usual vocal style. Suga not only produced but also featured in the track as well.

This is also a part of IU's 'age series' tracks following her song "23" from 2015, "Palette" from 2017. This song is about her as well as Suga being 28 years old (Korean age).

In the song description, IU explains that the "you" in the song is portrayed through different virtual characters as a way to express her at 28 years old. She talks about how her life at 28 was a series of helplessness. IU's agency revealed, "The two share their opinions based on the consensus as a musician of the same age."

Suga also revealed during a recent live stream that the production process for this track went very smoothly.

Fans who heard the song also interpreted it as a song dedicated to Sulli and Jonghyun as well.

I rmb in an ep of 7.7 bil In Love, Dong Yeob shared that he remember asking sulli:
DY: "when did u feel the happiest?"
Sulli answered: "i have never been happy"

Now i felt like IU is asking her: "So are u HAPPY now"?? 😭#EIGHTTODAY #IUxSUGA #아이유_6시_안들으면_에잇 pic.twitter.com/QOCwoG25yQ

- moonfloweriu ∞ (@moonfloweriu) May 6, 2020

Some fans of IU interprets the song with IU's deceased friends, Sulli and Jonghyun. They said that the girl in white was Sulli and she's now soaring high with the dragon which is Jonghyun (since he loves charmander).
©️#IUxSUGA #EIGHTTODAY pic.twitter.com/iUQZE0dSgX

- 김태형 💜 (@kimchylee951) May 6, 2020

Watch the official music video below:

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IU's New Track "Eight" Featuring BTS's Suga Soars High On Charts Right After Release

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Both born in 1993, singer IU and BTS's Suga have finally dropped the official release of their collaboration track "Eight." As soon as the song hit the charts at 6 PM KST, it soared up to the number one spot on all major music streaming platforms, showing the power of Suga and IU.

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Mixtape #3 is not restricted

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In 2017, JYP Entertainment provided the biggest bandaid for everybody's personal wounds: Stray Kids.

After participating in a reality survival show of the same name, Stray Kids made their official debut on March 25, 2018, with their EP ' I Am Not.' While originally a nine-member group, member Woojin left the group in October 2019. The group is currently composed of Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N.

What makes Stray Kids stand out is the fact that they are entirely self-made: from the formation of the group to the producing of the songs, Stray Kids does everything on its own, making their music all the more authentic.

Stray Kids' songs are full of meaningful lyrics - check some songs to listen to when you're feeling down.
GLOW Don't know any other way, I'mma get it For a long time, gotta go Only looked at one place for a long time So where do you want me to go? Yeah, this is my last time, I won't give up Look at the night sky, Imma show it Look at the bright stars, gotta glow It's like us, shining brighter in the darkness Grow Up You're doing enough You're doing just fine I know you and you're trying your best right now That's all you need Just keep your pace Don't be nervous, trust yourself My Pace No need to rush, my pace Don't compare It's alright to go slowly Go on your own path, my lane Put down your impatience Just keep looking forward You ready, let's go Voices Put away all other thoughts, do whatever you want Don't be deceived, you know that's not true Please just do whatever you want Just stop it now, please I wanna think simple thoughts No need to care about everything There's so many voices Mixtape #2 Don't close your eyes again There's a shadow where the light shines When you turn around A bright light will be waiting for you My Side I hope you'll hear the lyrics of this song The lyrics for you won't flow away And will be there for you, stay Mixtape #3 The real-time spirit and mind It's only natural that you're confused It's a process to make good results You've took so many tests This is not different, "It determines your life" That is an exaggeration, so don't worry, you're doing fine We're still young I don't think it's the last one We suffered in the past But we cheered ourselves up again You endured the hardships and adversity Keep believing in yourself Mixtape #4 Even if I'm swept by the endless current Don't stop, go forward on my path Even if I can be swayed, I'll never be broken Levanter I wanna be myself (I don't care) Yeah, I gotta be myself (Just don't care) And now that your weight's come off my shoulders I realize that I can fly I needed to find me (Now I know) The key was inside of me all along I'm listening to my heart, let it guide me I feel the light, I feel the light Story That Won't End Even if you get lost and get lonely for a moment Listen to my small breath, my voice If you call me, I'll find you, wherever you are I promised I wouldn't cry, even in stormy days I promised to hold you even more warmly And protect you

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Stray Kids songs to listen to for encouragement

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In 2017, JYP Entertainment provided the biggest bandaid for everybody's personal wounds: Stray Kids. After participating in a reality survival show of the same name, Stray Kids made their official debut on March 25, 2018, with their EP ' I Am Not.' While originally a nine-member group, member Woojin left the group in October 2019.

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Woojin has officially opened a new social media account!

The former Stray Kids member opened his new personal Instagram account @ woooojin0408 on January 17 KST. The profile is captioned with the phrase "new departure" in Korean, alluding to his new personal and professional journeys.

Meanwhile, JYP Entertainment announced Woojin's departure from Stray Kids back in October of last year, citing 'personal reasons' for the cancellation of his contract.

Check out Woojin's very first Instagram post below!

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Former Stray Kids member Woojin opens personal Instagram account

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Woojin has officially opened a new social media account! The former Stray Kids member opened his new personal Instagram account @ woooojin0408 on January 17 KST. The profile is captioned with the phrase "new departure" in Korean, alluding to his new personal and professional journeys.

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Netizens are congratulating ATEEZ's Wooyoung on his successful weight loss, after his latest broadcast appearance on the April 17 airing of ' Music Bank'!

One fan who decided to share Wooyoung's weight loss journey on an online community pointed out that even when Wooyoung first debuted, he wasn't considered 'chubby'. He had a bit of baby fat on his cheeks and was known for his wide thighs.

(Wooyoung before his weight loss)

(Wooyoung telling fans that he's going on a diet)

"Everyone, these days I've cut out flour from my diet!! It was hard at first but now I'm used to it hehe. And if you don't eat flour, it's good for your health too!! Your skin gets healthier and you can wake up more comfortably in the morning..."

(But despite going on a diet, fans noticed that Wooyoung gave himself a few cheating days here and there)

"Atiny~ It's time to carry some extra cash in your wallets... Oh, this isn't flour you know this is fish..."

(Then going back to drinking diet beverages during dance practice)

(Wooyoung after successfully losing ~6 kg)

(After losing ~6 kg, fans noticed Wooyoung becoming a workout nut)

(Wooyoung explains he did 60 burpees at night after going out to eat sashimi with the member.)

정우영다이어트 방법 아무거나먹고(밀가루안됨) 버피테스트로 먹은거 뺐다고 퉁치기 참고로 회는 살안찜 pic.twitter.com/xyeviwMvDr
- tsu (@kimotakuim) April 1, 2020

(Wooyoung talks about his diet meal plan after initially losing ~6 kg)

"But I only eat one meal a day? I can't even eat all that much for that one meal, because my stomach got smaller."

(Meanwhile his fellow member Seonghwa's 'meal plan...')

"I'm watching my meals too~ I'm trying to only eat 3 meals a day! I used to eat like 5 meals."

And finally!! This is Wooyoung captured on April 17 for the group's 'Music Bank' recording, after losing a total of 10 kg!

Of course, what stood out the most to fans after Wooyoung's 10 kg weight loss was the noticeably slimmer fit of his jeans:

ㅜㅜ우리우영이살빼면서 말벅지도빠졌나봐... 11자다리가됐네 pic.twitter.com/B5XkR0IQ7n
- 용배 (@eeengtzu) April 17, 2020

Netizens congratulated the idol for his success by commenting, "Wow, look how much his jawline came alive!", "Woah he looks really handsome after losing weight, but he was pretty handsome before too", "He looks a lot sharper and he seems like he feels lighter after losing weight", "He looks good now, good job", "I mean he looked fine before losing weight too but he looked pretty today on 'Music Bank'", "When idols say they're going on a diet you're always just like, 'there's nothing to lose' but then you can see just what a difference it makes here... I'm motivated now", "10 kg... daebak", and more!

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Netizens congratulate ATEEZ's Wooyoung for successfully losing 10 kg since debut

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Netizens are congratulating ATEEZ's Wooyoung on his successful weight loss, after his latest broadcast appearance on the April 17 airing of ' Music Bank'! One fan who decided to share Wooyoung's weight loss journey on an online community pointed out that even when Wooyoung first debuted, he wasn't considered 'chubby'.

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On April 18, CIX did and shared their #boredinthehousechallenge via TikTok and they nominated ATEEZ to do so.

Thank you @.curtisroach for nominating us. We also challenge @.ateez_official_ to help continue this meaningful campaign https://t.co/WFGhJdo91y#boredinthehouse #cix

🎵 BORED IN THE HOUSE pic.twitter.com/B6AadNhnKe
- CIX_TikTok (@cix_tiktok) April 18, 2020

On April 20, ATEEZ accepted CIX's #boredinthehousechallenge and ATEEZ's Yunho & San shared their video doing the challenge via TikTok. Thanks to CIX, ATEEZ used their TikTok account after a long time!

[UPDATE]

ATEEZ has been nominated by @cix_official to do the #boredinthehouse
Challenge on TikTok. ATEEZ nominated @ericnamofficial!!#ATEEZ #에이티즈 @ateez_official pic.twitter.com/DzW0O95hb4
- ATEEZ Updates 🦋 (@ateez_updates) April 20, 2020

This interaction made mutual fans heart flutter.

remember when cix nominated ateez to do the bored in the house challenge? well ateez really did it 😭😭 and they nominated eric nam omg pic.twitter.com/LCSNYNHBt6
- rin 🦋 (@yunhoni) April 20, 2020

WAIT CIX NOMINATED ATEEZ TO DO THE BORED IN A HOUSE CHALLENGE
fixtiny rise! pic.twitter.com/jM1ClJqN6Q
- ary (@byoungonism) April 18, 2020

ateez hadn't used tiktok since last year until cix tagged them in that challenge maybe cixteez are best friends
- adi 🧼👏 (@goosemi) April 20, 2020

oh woah cix really tagged ateez 😳 pic.twitter.com/6sIqMHrt4c
- ✿ 𝕒𝕞𝕪 ☔ | 📌 mingi edit (@etherealyun) April 18, 2020

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ATEEZ Accepting CIX's #BoredInTheHouseChallenge Made Fans Hearts Flutter

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On April 18, CIX did and shared their #boredinthehousechallenge via TikTok and they nominated ATEEZ to do so. On April 20, ATEEZ accepted CIX's #boredinthehousechallenge and ATEEZ's Yunho & San shared their video doing the challenge via TikTok. Thanks to CIX, ATEEZ used their TikTok account after a long time!

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Rookie boy group TOO (Ten Oriented Orchestra) has revealed the full tracklist for their upcoming debut mini album, ' Reason for Being: 仁'.

According to the tracklist, TOO's 1st mini album contains a total of 5 songs including title track " Magnolia" as well as " Take It Slow", " Don't Fear Now", " Remember", and " You Can't Hurry Love". TOO's "Magnolia" was previously featured in the group's debut prologue film, indicating a connection between the group's upcoming title track to their story universe.

Meanwhile, TOO also recently announced their 5 official colors including primary blue, white, primary yellow, primary red, and black. The rookie group will be making their full debut this coming April 1 at 6 PM KST.

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Rookie boy group TOO unveils tracklist for debut mini album 'Reason for Being: 仁'

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Rookie boy group TOO (Ten Oriented Orchestra) has revealed the full tracklist for their upcoming debut mini album, ' Reason for Being: 仁'. According to the tracklist, TOO's 1st mini album contains a total of 5 songs including title track " Magnolia" as well as " Take It Slow", " Don't Fear Now", " Remember", and " You Can't Hurry Love".

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Rookie boy group TOO has a special treat for their fans as they pre-released their MV for debut song "Magnolia."

The group surprisingly pre-released their MV for the song on V Live, giving fans an extra treat by allowing them to see the MV early! The cinematic and visually pleasing visuals match with the charismatic dance-pop song bound to get your grooving along.

Check it out below!

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Rookie boy group TOO has a special treat for their fans as they pre-released their MV for debut song "Magnolia." The group surprisingly pre-released their MV for the song on V Live, giving fans an extra treat by allowing them to see the MV early!

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Thread/source: Isn't CRAVITY's choreo is too similar to NCT's? /PANN

NCT 127's Cherry Bomb choreography

CRAVITY's Break All The Rules choreography

It's an important part of Cherry Bomb. You can't just go without mentioning it.

Starship Entertainment and choreographers, explain this please.

Starship, really this is not a coincidenceㅋㅋㅋI feel uncomfortable everytime I watch CRAVITY because of this

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They must have felt uncomfortable while learning this choreoㅠㅠ

3. [+230, -4]
The similar part is not something common.

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Wow, I'm another group's fan but I know the choreoㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋThere was no other than NCT who did that. Why did they stretch their arms a little different than Cherry Bomb's choreo?

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Plagiarised EXO's MV. Plagiarised NCT's choraographyㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋI guess the director and the choreographer are jealous of SM?ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

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Thread/source: Isn't CRAVITY's choreo is too similar to NCT's? /PANN NCT 127's Cherry Bomb choreography CRAVITY's Break All The Rules choreography It's an important part of Cherry Bomb. You can't just go without mentioning it. Starship Entertainment and choreographers, explain this please.

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Netizens reckon that CRAVITY had plagiarized EXO.

On April 15, on a popular online community, netizens started talking about the suspiciously similar concepts between the two groups. In the above image, screenshots from the latest M/V of CRAVITY are on the left side while those from EXO's M/V are on the right side.

The original poster wrote, "I don't want to blame the group. I just want their label to clarify so don't send hate to the group." He continued, "I guarantee somebody who isn't stanning either group would not be able to distinguish which one is which group in this image." and posted the image below.

He also noted how similar the logo moves in their music videos, and added that CRAVITY even used the same parallel universe theory as the group's concept.

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Netizens suspect CRAVITY plagiarized EXO

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Netizens reckon that CRAVITY had plagiarized EXO. On April 15, on a popular online community, netizens started talking about the suspiciously similar concepts between the two groups. In the above image, screenshots from the latest M/V of CRAVITY are on the left side while those from EXO's M/V are on the right side.

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NCT 127 are ready to " Punch" in their 'Warm Up' teaser images!

After an intense '1st Player' teaser video, NCT 127 are continuing their sporty concept in tracksuits. The NCT subunit's second repackage album ' NCT #127 Neo Zone: The Final Round' is set to drop on May 19 KST, but before then, fans can expect 'Warm Up' teasers.

Take a look at NCT 127's teaser images below, and let us know what you think in the comments below.

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NCT 127 are ready to 'Punch' in 'Warm Up' teaser images

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NCT 127 are ready to " Punch" in their 'Warm Up' teaser images! After an intense '1st Player' teaser video, NCT 127 are continuing their sporty concept in tracksuits. The NCT subunit's second repackage album ' NCT #127 Neo Zone: The Final Round' is set to drop on May 19 KST, but before then, fans can expect 'Warm Up' teasers.

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NCT Dream revealed which SM Entertainment seniors they're closest to.

The NCT subunit featured as guests on the May 5th episode of ' Cultwo Show', and they discussed their SM Entertainment labelmates. On which sunbaes they're closest to, Renjun expressed, "TVXQ's Yunho is always so nice whenever we see each other," and Haechan added, "They're all seniors we've looked up to since we were trainees. Even if we had the chance to become friends, I think I would prefer to keep them in my mind as idols I look up to from a distance."

However, Jisung said NCT Dream were closest to NCT 127, which everyone agreed with.

In other news, NCT Dream recently made their comeback with "". They're also the next up on the ' Beyond Live' online concert series.

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NCT Dream talk about which SM Entertainment seniors they're closest to

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NCT Dream revealed which SM Entertainment seniors they're closest to. The NCT subunit featured as guests on the May 5th episode of ' Cultwo Show', and they discussed their SM Entertainment labelmates. On which sunbaes they're closest to, Renjun expressed, "TVXQ's Yunho is always so nice whenever we see each other," and Haechan added, "They're all seniors we've looked up to since we were trainees.

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MONSTA X will be delaying their comeback.

Starship Entertainment revealed that during practice for their comeback, Shownu had pains in his back and was taken to the hospital right away. There, it was recommended that he stay away from exercise or straining his back, and that he had to have physical therapy and injections. Shownu is currently undergoing treatment and has gotten better, but Starship Entertainment decided that for his health and for MONSTA X, they would be delaying their comeback.

MONSTA X will now be coming back with ' FANTASIA X' on May 26th instead, 15 days after their originally scheduled date of May 11th.

Get better soon, Shownu!

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MONSTA X to delay 'FANTASIA X' comeback due to Shownu's back pain

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MONSTA X will be delaying their comeback. Starship Entertainment revealed that during practice for their comeback, Shownu had pains in his back and was taken to the hospital right away. There, it was recommended that he stay away from exercise or straining his back, and that he had to have physical therapy and injections.

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Wonho has left a letter for fans after his official exit from MONSTA X.

As previously reported, Starship Entertainment announced Wonho would be leaving MONSTA X, and the group is continuing on with 6 members. According to their statement, Wonho wanted to avoid negatively impacting MONSTA X following his recent controversies involving his alleged debt to Jung Da Eun and alleged run-in with the law in his youth.

Wonho's letter reads as follows:

"This is Wonho.

Firstly, I want to apologize for not being able to keep the promise that I would only give good memories to our fans and for causing them pain. Furthermore, I apologize for causing so many people concern due to my personal issues.

I've received undeserving blessings and love while promoting as a MONSTA X member. I sincerely thank you for making precious memories with me. To the members who worked hard and stayed by my side, I'd like to tell them that I'm thankful, I love them, and show my apologetic heart.

There was a time when I was immature, and I've made big and small mistakes. After becoming a trainee and debuting, I stayed on track and worked hard to avoid being ashamed of myself.

I'm announcing I'm leaving MONSTA X today.

I'm apologetic for causing harm to the members due to the unfortunate issues related to me. More than anything, I'm sorry for disappointing my fans who believed in me. I've reached this decision after seeing people having a hard time because of me.

In addition to our members, I once again sincerely bow my head in apology to fans who've believed in me and supported me.

Please give MONSTA X strength.
The members have nothing nothing to do with the issues with me.
I carefully ask that you give support and encourage the members.
They are people who are too good to stop and get hurt like this because of someone like me.
I'm so thankful and apologetic to the staff, members, and our fans who let me enjoy such happiness until this point."

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Wonho leaves letter for fans after exit from MONSTA X

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Wonho has left a letter for fans after his official exit from MONSTA X. As previously reported, Starship Entertainment announced Wonho would be leaving MONSTA X, and the group is continuing on with 6 members.

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BLACKPINK Lisa's legs have started a viral meme that has taken over worldwide.

The popular idol starred in a sultry LILI's FILM dance video that garnered a lot of attention, and it seems like Lisa's legs have now become the subject of trending memes. Many memes show Lisa's legs collaged into humorous situations along with the caption "Did it work?". Popular celebrities and Western media have been jumping on the bandwagon as well, making Lisa's legs a worldwide phenomenon.

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BLACKPINK Lisa's dance performance video becomes a viral internet meme

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BLACKPINK Lisa's legs have started a viral meme that has taken over worldwide. The popular idol starred in a sultry LILI's FILM dance video that garnered a lot of attention, and it seems like Lisa's legs have now become the subject of trending memes.

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Lady Gaga has officially announced that will be released on 29th of May!

With one of the tracks "SOUR CANDAY" a collaboration of Lady Gaga and BLACKPINK!

Chromatica comes out seven weeks later than planned. Due to the corona crisis, Gaga postponed the release. "This is a hectic and anxious time for us," she wrote in late March. "While I believe art is one of the strongest things that can help us in times like this and bring us pleasure and strength, it doesn't feel right to release a new record as the world struggles with a pandemic."

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Lady Gaga has officially announced the new date for the release of Chromatica and her collaboration with BLACKPINK

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Lady Gaga has officially announced that will be released on 29th of May! With one of the tracks "SOUR CANDAY" a collaboration of Lady Gaga and BLACKPINK! Chromatica comes out seven weeks later than planned. Due to the corona crisis, Gaga postponed the release.

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With their last song having released 7 months ago, everyone knows it's now time for CLC to have a comeback. Due to COVID-19, many comeback schedules were pushed to later dates to keep all staff, artists, and fans, and people in general, safe. Two CUBE Entertainment artists have had comebacks, with one of CUBE's groups still completing their comeback schedule now. After these promotions end, many of CLC's fans are expecting the group to make a return with a full album and even more.

For a while, CLC members have been teasing their pictures with only two emojis: the butterfly and a four-leaf clover. Many fans were skeptical at first of what it meant, but as more and more members began using the same emoji across their posts, things were starting to make sense.

Due to this, fans have been tweeting about a CLC May comeback and putting their heads together to figure out what the concept might be. Will it be retro like last year's 'Devil' release? Will it be girl crush again like 'ME'? Will it push boundaries like 'No' and 'Pepe'? Either way, CLC must be working on something great.

Or so we thought. Member, Sorn, took to her social media in a live video to discuss that CLC is, in fact, waiting to hear from their company about a comeback. She also understands that the fans are ready for CLC to release new music. However, she did not sound very pleased when she had to break the news that CLC is not yet working on anything.

Despite this, she and other members have been posting pictures from within the label's practice room, hallways, with their stylist's pets, etc. Elkie has appeared with lighter hair and wispy bangs, Seungyeon's hair has gotten longer, and Seunghee got her short hair cut even shorter. Seungyeon has even been hinting at butterflies with the jewelry she creates!

So, fans are still hopeful that the much-beloved girl group will be releasing something soon. Even if it takes until the summer or end of 2020, we will be all be waiting for CLC!

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With their last song having released 7 months ago, everyone knows it's now time for CLC to have a comeback. Due to COVID-19, many comeback schedules were pushed to later dates to keep all staff, artists, and fans, and people in general, safe.

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All 7 CLC Members Open Up Instagram Accounts!

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On March 6, Brand New Music announced via AB6IX's official fan cafe that the rookie boy group's upcoming 1st world tour ' 6IXENSE' has been cancelled across all 7 U.S. cities.

Originally, AB6IX were scheduled to performing in 7-cities across the U.S. including Newark, Atlanta, Chicago, Minneapolis, Dallas, San Francisco, and Los Angeles from April 15-30. However, the rapidly spreading threat of the Coronavirus (COVID19) has ultimately led to the inevitable postponement of the upcoming U.S. concerts, until further notice.

Fans will be receiving full refunds for their tickets, soon. Read Brand New Music's statement below.

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AB6IX announce postponement of their 1st U.S. tour '6IXENSE'

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On March 6, Brand New Music announced via AB6IX's official fan cafe that the rookie boy group's upcoming 1st world tour ' 6IXENSE' has been cancelled across all 7 U.S. cities. Originally, AB6IX were scheduled to performing in 7-cities across the U.S. including Newark, Atlanta, Chicago, Minneapolis, Dallas, San Francisco, and Los Angeles from April 15-30.

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AB6IX have revealed the full tracklist for their upcoming special digital EP ' 5NALLY', containing a solo track by each of the five members.

First, the team's oldest hyung Jeon Woong kicks the album off with an R&B style " Moondance", followed by Kim Dong Hyun's pop R&B genre " More". The group's composing-dol Lee Dae Hwi joins hands with FRANTS for " Rose, Scent, Kiss", and leader Lim Young Min showcases his talents in writing lyrics through the sentimental " Break Up". Finally, Park Woo Jin partners up with none other than his fellow group member Lee Dae Hwi as the composer to his powerful hip-hop solo track, " Color Eye".

You can see in the tracklist below that all 5 of the AB6IX members took part in composing and/or writing their solo tracks. '5NALLY' is set for release via various music sites this February 13 at 6 PM KST.

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AB6IX drop full tracklist for their special album '5NALLY'

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AB6IX have revealed the full tracklist for their upcoming special digital EP ' 5NALLY', containing a solo track by each of the five members. First, the team's oldest hyung Jeon Woong kicks the album off with an R&B style " Moondance", followed by Kim Dong Hyun's pop R&B genre " More".

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Fans are split over CIX's Bae Jin Young saying he is on his way to see his girlfriend during the group's V Live.

During the V Live aired on December 14, Yoon Hyun Suk and BX asked Bae Jin Young where he was going. In the clip, you can hear him saying "I'm going to see my girlfriend" and closes the door. Then BX goes "Oh that friend" while Yoon Hyun Suk goes "Oh NU'EST's Minhyun" and both end up laughing.

Some fans are saying it was just a joke and he actually met NU'EST's Minhyun and enjoyed fried chicken together. On the other hand, others are saying two members' reactions seemed too real for it to be a joke. They say whether or not he actually has a girlfriend, it was unprofessional of him to say that on camera while live streaming with their fans before the fan meeting.

What are your thoughts on this?

배진영: 여자친구 만나러 (스텝에게) pic.twitter.com/puPHEJrrph
- CIX 배진영 여자친구 (@CIX71837344) December 14, 2019

아까~ 민현이형 만나가지구 같이 치킨 먹고 얘기했다는 아강이 🥰🥰 맛나게 먹었어?! #배진영 #BAEJINYOUNG

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- 배기 (@BAEBAEGI) December 14, 2019

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Fans are split over CIX's Bae Jin Young saying "I'm going to see my girlfriend" during the group's V Live

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Fans are split over CIX's Bae Jin Young saying he is on his way to see his girlfriend during the group's V Live. During the V Live aired on December 14, Yoon Hyun Suk and BX asked Bae Jin Young where he was going.

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Rookie boy group VANNER signals first comeback since debut with grungy group photo

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Rookie boy group VANNER is making their first ever comeback since debut! Having debuted earlier this year in February with their 1st full album ' V', VANNER consist of members Taehwan, Gon, Hyesung, Ahxian, and Youngkwang.

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Upcoming boy group VANNER started teasing their impending debut on the 11th of January, with the release of the first spoiler videos. The videos each show about ten seconds of their debut choreography, unaccompanied by the song.

VANNER is a five member boy group, consisting of leader and main vocalist Taehwan, rapper, vocalist and dancer Gon, vocalist and dancer Hyeseong, rapper and dancer Axhian, and vocalist and maknae Youngkwang. The group started promoting in Japan last year and will finally make their debut soon under VT Entertainment.

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VANNER tease debut through choreo spoilers

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Upcoming boy group VANNER started teasing their impending debut on the 11th of January, with the release of the first spoiler videos. The videos each show about ten seconds of their debut choreography, unaccompanied by the song.

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Rookie group CIX has officially announced their fandom name!

On October 30th, CIX announced that FIX (Faith in X) will be their fandom name. They debuted back in July with ' Movie Star' and in September it was reported that the group will be coming back sometime in November.

Stay tuned for more updates!

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Rookie group CIX announce their fandom name!

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Rookie group CIX has officially announced their fandom name! On October 30th, CIX announced that FIX (Faith in X) will be their fandom name. They debuted back in July with ' Movie Star' and in September it was reported that the group will be coming back sometime in November.

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(G)I-DLE has officially announced the name of their fanclub!

On October 29, the group took to their official social media accounts to tell fans that (G)I-DLE fans will now be referred to as ' Neverland.'

In the announcement image, the girls explain why 'Neverland' was chosen, stating: "Neverland, the imaginary land from 'Peter Pan.' People who live in Neverland never change and stay young forever. Just like an artist lives inside their fan, it means that (G)I-DLE will forever live in 'Neverland' as (G)I-DLE and will never change and always be with their fans."

What do you think about (G)I-DLE's official fancub name?

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(G)I-DLE announces official fanclub name!

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(G)I-DLE has officially announced the name of their fanclub! On October 29, the group took to their official social media accounts to tell fans that (G)I-DLE fans will now be referred to as ' Neverland.' In the announcement image, the girls explain why 'Neverland' was chosen, stating: "Neverland, the imaginary land from 'Peter Pan.'

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(G)I-DLE have opened their official Twitch for the upcoming ' Stream Aid 2020' coronavirus relief event.

On March 28, the girl group announced their official Twitch live stream page as well as their schedule for 'Stream Aid 2020', which is taking place on March 28 from 9AM-9PM PDT. (G)I-DLE will be starting up their stream at 12:30PM.

As previously reported, the event is described as "The worlds of gaming, music, and sports are coming together to benefit COVID-19 relief." The 'Stream Aid 2020' lineup also includes K-pop groups MONSTA X and Stray Kids as well as big names in music like John Legend, Diplo, Lauv, and Charlie Puth.

Check out (G)I-DLE's official post below and Twitch's 'Stream Aid 2020' page here.

[📢] Twitch Stream Aid 2020 : (G)I-DLE

세계보건기구(WHO)의 COVID-19연대 대응 기금 모금을 위한 트위치 스트리밍 이벤트에 (여자)아이들이 동참합니다.

✔ 시간 : 2020.03.29 12:30pm ~ 12:45pm
✔ 계정 링크 : https://t.co/AFpi6gf1jv#여자아이들 #GIDLE #TwitchStreamAid pic.twitter.com/UHTM1zC0Xi
- (G)I-DLE·(여자)아이들 (@G_I_DLE) March 28, 2020

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(G)I-DLE open Twitch stream & reveal schedule for 'Stream Aid 2020' coronavirus relief event

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(G)I-DLE have opened their official Twitch for the upcoming ' Stream Aid 2020' coronavirus relief event. On March 28, the girl group announced their official Twitch live stream page as well as their schedule for 'Stream Aid 2020', which is taking place on March 28 from 9AM-9PM PDT.

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A Blue House petition has been revealed to be in place asking to ban X1 and IZ*ONE after the show became wrapped up in a voting fraud controversy.

The petition was submitted on November 7 and is titled ' ban IZ*ONE and X1 from all terrestrial broadcasts'.

Part of the petition states: "The debuted X1 is currently blocked from performing, but IZ*ONE is acting as if nothing happened and are preparing for a comeback. This entire situation is the program's way of mocking us. Ban these groups from appearing on terrestrial broadcasts."

It seems like the anger is growing as recent reports revealed that the top 20 contestants of both 'Produce 48' and 'Produce X 101' were chosen even before the public voting started. What do you think of this situation?

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Blue House petition started to ban X1 and IZ*ONE

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A Blue House petition has been revealed to be in place asking to ban X1 and IZ*ONE after the show became wrapped up in a voting fraud controversy. The petition was submitted on November 7 and is titled ' ban IZ*ONE and X1 from all terrestrial broadcasts'.

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IZ*ONE's Honda Hitomi is making netizens' jaws drop with her totally toned abs and figure!

Back on April 17, Hitomi shared some updates with fans via IZ*ONE's official Instagram account. The idol revealed graceful, lithe photos of her at a pilates studio, showing off her slim body line.

Netizens commented, "Wow, I bet she's 0% body fat and 100% muscle", "Her abs are daebak TT", "OMG I didn't know Hitomi's legs were that long", "Hitomi's body line is so graceful... but you're eating properly right Hitomi TT", "Wow those muscles... she's not just bone skinny, she's way healthier than I'll ever be", "Daebak, I wonder how much work it took to get those abs", "That's some serious self-care", and more.

Check out Hitomi's recent post below!

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IZ*ONE's Hitomi makes jaws drop with her toned abs and figure

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IZ*ONE's Honda Hitomi is making netizens' jaws drop with her totally toned abs and figure! Back on April 17, Hitomi shared some updates with fans via IZ*ONE's official Instagram account. The idol revealed graceful, lithe photos of her at a pilates studio, showing off her slim body line.

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INTERNATIONAL

As fans #FightForX1 both online and on the ground in Seoul, K-pop artists are getting a fighting chance instead of being silenced.

The day the 11 members of X1 were confirmed should have been the official start of an exciting and fruitful career in the K-pop scene. Instead, the K-pop boy band has found their group and names mired in controversy since they were confirmed for debut last summer over questions about the legitimacy of the singing competition show that created them. But even if the disbandment news seems final, fans haven't stopped fighting. That's important and it speaks to a larger message about the power of fandom and securing a safe future in the unstable, sometimes unfair pop music industry.

X1's K-pop history has been followed with an excruciating amount of details continuing to come out about the business behind the boy band. With the conclusion of the fourth season of the sensational singing competition show Produce 101, the latest season titled Produce X 101 that was set to create a new-but-temporary boy band in X1 following two seasons of girl groups and one other boy band, the show was under scrutiny for the final lineup. Viewers noticed there were repeating numerical patterns between the final vote totals becoming all the more problematic considering fans were paying to vote for their favorites. A lengthy investigation into Produce X 101's TV channel Mnet led to producers of the show being arrested in November before admitting to manipulating the rankings for the show.

Two groups from the Produce show (I.O.I and Wanna One) had already fulfilled their promotional period together and girl group IZ*ONE was considered more established after more than a year together, but X1 wound up on the chopping block with the record labels that represented the agencies of the 11 respective X1 members ultimately split on whether to continue or end. They opted to disband the act.

Despite remarkable achievements like showing early Billboard chart success (including high ranks on the Artist 100, Social 50, World Albums and World Digital Song Sales chart) and earning one of Korea's highest-selling albums of the year (their debut LP Quantum Leap was the fourth-best-selling album in Korea behind established acts like BTS, Seventeen and EXO), the decision to disband likely came after worries over comments, harsh press and that generally negative perception would be forever attached to the group during their planned, five-year contract.

Even with rumors that the guys actually wanted to stay together, the group ended things with the 11 members heading back to their respective record labels for future plans.

Fans of X1 -- affectionately known as One It -- have been fighting for the band, even taking a note from BLACKPINK fans who elicited a response from their record label, by renting truck with messages supporting the group and demanding action take place. The trucks have gone outside the different record labels of the X1 members, even getting noticed and receiving a public shoutout from X1's youngest member Nam Dohyon.

DOHYON'S LETTER ABOUT THE LED TRUCK:
"I went to the company today and i was really touched. The truck that OneIts sent, while watching the video, i could feel the amount of love that we received. Thank you so much to OneIts that X1 loves I will definitely not forget it. + https://t.co/ybbNxv6kOe pic.twitter.com/rboOMou0Yw

- nik | ------------------? (@oneitgyul) January 9, 2020

While K-pop fans previously needed to deal with the harsh industry reality that shuddered and cut its artists away from even the slightest bit of controversy -- and mostly still tries to -- the support for the X1 members is speaking to a larger message of supporting young artists, some of them kids, who are innocent among actual crimes of powerful and high-ranking businesspeople. If the X1 members are guilty of anything, it's being talented enough to be part of such a promising boy band.

From the on-the-street trucks to more than two dozen hashtags that One Its have trended worldwide on Twitter, fans have the power and literal loud speakers to call out these injustices on larger than ever platforms.

A fan account Wings for X1 that was created in October to support X1 "to protect and support the 11 members of X1 during this time of uncertainty" has amassed nearly 20,000 followers on Twitter, has successfully campaigned throughout Seoul and is pushing forward with projects to show the international reach of X1.

As we plan to further extend our LED trucks for #ProjectFlyHigh with a new set of video campaigns aimed to convince many entities to reunite and rebrand X1, we would like to open donations again. Every amount is welcome.

Thank you for the support.

LINK https://t.co/T4GU93Jrri pic.twitter.com/bqBGFu1Rln

- WingsForX1 (@WingsForX1) January 14, 2020

Fans are continuing to push for anything from letting X1 reunite under a different name and label to even a splintered version of the group coming together. Even if the #FightForX1 proves unfruitful and fans aren't able to see the 11 come together again, there's a larger statement being said here that fans aren't sitting idly anymore.

These 11 stars won't be abandoned by their fans with reparations of sorts needed to be made by the industry and their respective labels to counteract the unfair treatment. Otherwise, what hopes can the fans have in their future support when even the most obvious of injustices were ignored?

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X1 Fans Are Still Fighting For the K-Pop Group After Disbanding | Billboard

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INTERNATIONAL The day the 11 members of X1 were confirmed should have been the official start of an exciting and fruitful career in the K-pop scene. Instead, the K-pop boy band has found their group and names mired in controversy since they were confirmed for debut last summer over questions about the legitimacy of the singing competition show that created them.

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X1 fans refuse to stay silent over disbanded K-pop boy band

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Ever since X1 split up after producers of South Korean reality show Produce X 101 were accused of manipulating final results that chose the band members, their passionate fans have been campaigning for them to be reunited.

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GOT7's Youngjae recently shared praise for TOO's cover of " Hard Carry "!

On the July 16 broadcast of MBC's "Idol Radio," hosts GOT7's Youngjae and DAY6's Young K were joined by TOO.

While on Mnet's competition show "Road to Kingdom," TOO was tasked with performing GOT7's "Hard Carry" and they visited GOT7 backstage at "M Countdown" to get some advice. J.You commented on the radio show, "When you asked us to rap for you I thought my heart was going to explode." Youngjae hilariously clarified, "I didn't tell you to do it."

J.You continued, "However, since we received such good advice, it was a good experience. Although I was a little flustered when we were told to just stop if it got too hard, we believed in ourselves and were able to work hard to create a good performance. I believe it's our most legendary performance. I was so thankful."

Young K asked the group, "What advice was the most helpful?" Woonggi made everyone laugh by answering, "To not let your emotions build up but to talk it out and argue right away." Youngjae explained, "It's not good if members hold grudges against one another so it's our team's style to talk it out."

Young K also asked Youngjae if he had seen TOO's cover of "Hard Carry," which he confirmed he did.

Youngjae shared, "They used a lot of camera angles and movement. The choreography was completely different. While I was watching, I thought, 'Where is the dance that I know?' They used the camera angles really well so that each member was shown a lot and I thought that they reinterpreted it well."

Check out their performance here!

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TOO Talks About Covering GOT7's "Hard Carry" And Youngjae Praises Their Performance

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GOT7's Youngjae recently shared praise for TOO's cover of "Hard Carry"! On the July 16 broadcast of MBC's "Idol Radio," hosts GOT7's Youngjae and DAY6's Young K were joined by TOO.

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Park Jin Young shared a big surprise he received from TWICE's Jeongyeon!

On July 16, the JYP Entertainment founder posted on Instagram with a collage that includes similar photos of himself, Momo, and Chaeyoung. He wrote in English in the caption, "Received a message from Jeongyeon and it was this picture. You guys should definitely stop making my memes so the girls won't do this...TT."

The meme earned plenty of hilarious replies from fans as well as current and former JYP artists.

Dahyun wrote, "Which cutie took those photos? They did such a good job~^^." Another reply from TWICE's official account reads, "I'm hitting 'like' and going~" with a heart.

2PM's Junho wrote, "Is this a 'challenge'?"

GOT7 's Youngjae replied, "Is this something we all have to do..?"

Former JYP artist Jamie (Park Jimin) commented, "You are the MEME!!!!!!!!!!!" And former JYP artist Yubin wrote, "Hahaha if you do this then everyone will want to copy it."

TWICE most recently made a comeback in June with " MORE & MORE " and they'll share their new Japanese best-of album "#TWICE3" on September 16.

Top Left Photo Credit: Xportsnews

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Park Jin Young Posts A Meme Sent By Jeongyeon Featuring Himself And TWICE; Current And Former JYP Artists React Hilariously

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Park Jin Young shared a big surprise he received from TWICE's Jeongyeon! On July 16, the JYP Entertainment founder posted on Instagram with a collage that includes similar photos of himself, Momo, and Chaeyoung. He wrote in English in the caption, "Received a message from Jeongyeon and it was this picture.

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The charming K-POP Idol group VAV is hosting on online concert only for the Europe fans on 25th October.

This concert is based on an online space, made to create a special communication

moment with the Europe fans who has been waiting for so long, and various fan service

events you can't see from the performance such as Selfies with the member, 1:1 video

call and so on.

Also, the recently released 6 th mini album 'MAKE FOR TWO' based on the harmony of

the shuffle rhythm and Scandinavia Pop creating Northern European sensitivity and

plentiful melody line expects to show a song that holds the honest heart of the VAV

members that remembers the memorable and happy past and expect the day to meet

that day again.

VAV coming back as 6 members as a member BaRon joins the military is hoping the day

to meet the Europe fans quickly at this concert where new charms of the VAV is expected.

We hope many Europe VAMPZ's support and participation.

[VAV MEET & LIVE CONCERT]
Concert Date
Sun, 25 Oct 2020

EUROPE TIME : 2 PM (UTC+1) / KOREAN TIME : 10 PM

Ticket Purchase Period
18 Sep 2020 20:00 (EUROPE TIME 12:00 PM) Open

Detail Link Page http://www.bbangyatvlive.com/info/vav-europe-1
Available to watch with PC, Mobile (Recommend using Chrome, Safari)

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The charming K-POP Idol group VAV is hosting on online concert only for the Europe fans on 25th October. This concert is based on an online space, made to create a special communication moment with the Europe fans who has been waiting for so long, and various fan service events you can't see from the performance such as Selfies with the member, 1:1 video call and so on.