Netflix’s When Life Gives You Tangerines has been voted “Best Drama of 2025” in a Joy News 24 survey celebrating the outlet’s 21st anniversary.
Chosen by 110 industry professionals, the IU and Park Bo Gum-led series dominated the poll with 48 votes (43.6%), praised for both its popularity and artistic value.
Set in 1950s Jeju Island, the drama follows Ae Soon and Kwan Sik’s touching coming-of-age story — a tale of love, resilience, and hope through the seasons.
BABYMONSTER is gearing up for an exciting comeback with a brand-new project ! 💥
On November 4 at midnight KST, the group dropped a mysterious teaser poster titled “Spoiler for Next”, hinting at their upcoming mini-album.
The black-and-white poster shows striking portraits of the members alongside the intriguing line:
“EVER DREAM THIS GIRL?” adding to the mystery with a message asking fans to “contact us” if they’ve seen the girl in their dreams 👀✨
Stay tuned BABYMONSTER’s new era is coming soon.
T1 has punched their ticket to the 2025 League of Legends World Championship final after sweeping TES.
On November 2 at Shanghai’s Mercedes-Benz Arena, T1 dominated the semifinal series 3-0. Despite TES putting up strong resistance, T1’s precise teamwork and control over key objectives sealed the victory.
After the match, legendary mid-laner Faker remained modest: “My personal condition wasn’t the best, so I’m not fully satisfied with my performance. But we won because the team adapted well to TES’s strategies.”
The win extends T1’s historic dominance, keeping them undefeated in best-of-five series against LPL (China) teams at Worlds. Asked about their 13-0 record, Faker shrugged off the milestone: “It’s an amazing record, but I’ve always focused on winning. Building up victories naturally led to something like this.”
T1 will now face fellow Korean team KT Rolster in the grand final on November 9 in Chengdu, China.
BTS’s Jimin and V have just provided an important update on the group’s activities.
On November 1, Jimin held a surprise WeVerse livestream to chat with fans.
V also made a special guest appearance, as the two updated fans on their lives. In an unexpected moment, Jimin took the opportunity to discuss BTS’s long-awaited comeback.
The group is set to come back with a full album in spring of 2026, and Jimin has now confirmed that the recording process for the album has been completed.
On November 1 KST, Taecyeon shared a handwritten letter on Instagram, personally delivering the news to fans.
He wrote, “I’ve promised to spend the rest of my life with someone who has understood and trusted me for a long time. We will walk together through life, side by side.” He also expressed gratitude to fans for their unwavering support throughout his 19-year career, vowing to continue giving his best as both a singer and actor.
Taecyeon first revealed his relationship with a non-celebrity in 2020. After six years of dating, reports say the couple will tie the knot next spring following viral photos of his romantic Eiffel Tower proposal earlier this year.
On October 30 KST, the 41st Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court issued its initial ruling in the lawsuit challenging the exclusive contracts between ADOR and girl group NewJeans.
The court ruled, “The exclusive contracts signed on April 21 between ADOR and the members of NewJeans remain valid.” Additionally, the defendants were ordered to cover all related legal costs.
The court noted, “ADOR’s dismissal of Min Hee Jin as CEO does not justify terminating NewJeans’ contracts. There is insufficient evidence that her dismissal disrupted the group’s activities or prevented ADOR from managing the group’s interests.”
Both parties have until November 14 KST to file an appeal. If no appeal is made, NewJeans will remain contractually bound to ADOR until 2029.
Following the ruling, NewJeans’ legal team confirmed they plan to appeal. Their statement read, “While we respect the court’s decision, our clients feel it is difficult to return to ADOR and continue activities due to the complete breakdown of trust. We hope the appellate court carefully reviews the evidence and laws regarding exclusive contracts to reach a fair decision.”
BTS’s RM Delivers Inspiring Keynote at APEC CEO Summit, Linking K-pop’s Global Power to Cultural Inclusion
On October 29, BTS leader RM took the stage at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, marking a historic moment as the first K-pop artist to deliver a keynote at the prestigious global forum.
Speaking during the session titled “Creative Industries in the APEC Region and the Soft Power of K-Culture,” RM shared his insights on the global success of K-pop and emphasized the importance of supporting creators around the world.
Reflecting on his journey, RM expressed pride in the recognition of culture as a key agenda within APEC, stating, “As a creator, I feel deep pride and great expectations that this year, culture has been recognized as a core agenda item.” He credited BTS’s success to teamwork, producer Bang Si Hyuk’s trust, and the unwavering support of ARMY the group’s international fanbase who helped bridge cultural and linguistic barriers.
RM recalled how, a decade ago, BTS faced questions about their identity as “Korean artists” rather than their music. “We had to explain our country before we could share our songs,” he said. “But today, those barriers have been broken thanks to ARMY, who use our music to communicate across borders.”
Drawing a vivid parallel, RM likened K-pop to Korea’s beloved dish, bibimbap: “Just like bibimbap blends diverse ingredients, K-pop fuses global genres with Korean aesthetics and emotions.”
He concluded with a message to global leaders: “Arts and culture are powerful forces that unite people. I urge you to invest not only in economies but also in creativity. I will continue spreading courage, hope, and inclusion through music.”
Spooky season, Korean style
Here are 5 must-watch Korean horror films now streaming on Netflix
From chilling monsters to twisted timelines which one are you watching first ?
here the list :
Where to watch : Netflix
A mind-bending thriller involving a mysterious phone call bridging two timelines.
Where to watch : Netflix
A suspense-filled zombie survival story set in a lockdown apartment in Seoul.
Where to watch : Netflix
A supernatural horror-thriller rooted in Korean mythology, now streaming globally.
Where to watch : Netflix
A cult-mystery horror film exploring secret religious sects and chilling rituals.
Where to watch : Netflix
A monster film classic by Bong Joon-ho that blends horror, drama and social commentary.
Min Hee-jin has officially launched her new entertainment label, OOAK (One Of A Kind).
According to reports, the company’s registration covers artist management, music production and distribution, and concert/event planning.
With ADOR currently in a legal battle over the termination of NewJeans’ contracts, industry insiders speculate that if the court rules in favor of the members later this month, they may join Min Hee-jin’s new label, OOAK.
Former SF9 member Rowoon is officially set to begin his mandatory military service in the Republic of Korea Army on October 27, 2025 KST, following a reexamination that confirmed his eligibility for active duty.
On October 25, Rowoon shared a short message “I feel refreshed. I’ll be back.” along with a photo of his new buzz cut, impressing fans with his sharp visuals even with the military haircut.
Originally scheduled to enlist in July 2025, his service was delayed due to updated medical recheck procedures. After filing an appeal and undergoing review, Rowoon received final clearance for active-duty service.
Most recently, Rowoon starred in the Disney+ historical drama “The Murky Stream” and will appear in the upcoming Japanese film “Last Man — First Love”, premiering December 24, 2025 JST.
