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K-pop

K-pop girl group Fifty Fifty to hold first performance in Singapore on May 9

Fifty Fifty reintroduced themselves in 2024 with original member Keena, alongside new members Chanelle Moon, Yewon, Hana and Athena.
Fifty Fifty reintroduced themselves in 2024 with original member Keena, alongside new members Chanelle Moon, Yewon, Hana and Athena.

After sending one audition video, Singaporean Nicole Bacon is now in rookie K-pop girl group NWH:I

Singaporean Nicole Bacon, 22, is one of seven members of rookie global K-pop girl group NWH:I.
Singaporean Nicole Bacon, 22, is one of seven members of rookie global K-pop girl group NWH:I.

What BTS’ return means to the K-pop industry – and why it comes with a full-length album in March

A screengrab from concert film BTS: Yet To Come In Cinemas. The South Korean boy band are making a comeback on March 20.
A screengrab from concert film BTS: Yet To Come In Cinemas. The South Korean boy band are making a comeback on March 20.

K-pop rapper T.O.P to release new solo album after 13-year hiatus

T.O.P simultaneously launched a new Instagram account under the handle @topspot_pictures, where a teaser of his album was also posted.
T.O.P simultaneously launched a new Instagram account under the handle @topspot_pictures, where a teaser of his album was also posted.

Concert review

Super Junior’s 20th anniversary tour blends nostalgia with what’s next

Nine members of K-pop boy band Super Junior - (from left) Shindong, Ryeowook, Kyuhyun, Donghae, Siwon, Yesung, Heechul, Eunhyuk and Leeteuk before one of their Singapore Indoor Stadium shows in January 2026.
Nine members of K-pop boy band Super Junior - (from left) Shindong, Ryeowook, Kyuhyun, Donghae, Siwon, Yesung, Heechul, Eunhyuk and Leeteuk before one of their Singapore Indoor Stadium shows in January 2026.

Life List: 10 trends to look forward to in 2026

K-pop Goliath BTS to light up 2026 like a dynamite

K-pop titans BTS comprise (from left) Jungkook, Suga, RM, V, J-Hope, Jimin and Jin.
K-pop titans BTS comprise (from left) Jungkook, Suga, RM, V, J-Hope, Jimin and Jin.

K-pop star and actress Nana faces countersuit from home invasion suspect

The suspect recently filed a complaint against Nana on charges of attempted murder and aggravated bodily injury.
The suspect recently filed a complaint against Nana on charges of attempted murder and aggravated bodily injury.

More money, more power: Singer Lee Jun-ho stars in superhero series Cashero

Singer-actor Lee Jun-ho in the Netflix series Cashero.
Singer-actor Lee Jun-ho in the Netflix series Cashero.

K-pop sensation BTS to return with new album on March 20

The album will be the first released by BTS in more than three years.
The album will be the first released by BTS in more than three years.

AI is no longer optional in K-pop – it’s becoming the new normal

Major entertainment agencies are incorporating AI into music production, artiste development and fan engagement.
Major entertainment agencies are incorporating AI into music production, artiste development and fan engagement.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.