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BTS Declines 2027 Grammy Submission for 'Arirang' Track
BTS has officially chosen not to submit their track 'Arirang' for the 2027 Grammy Awards, specifically declining consideration for the newly established Best Asian Music Category.

LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT Record RIAJ Platinum Streaming Certifications
LE SSERAFIM and ILLIT recently secured RIAJ Platinum streaming certifications in Japan, recognizing their substantial digital success in the region.

IVE's Ahn Yujin Shares US Tourist Photos on Instagram
IVE's Ahn Yujin posted multiple photos on Instagram on July 29, 2026, showcasing her 'tourist mode' activities in the United States, including a notable picture with a large pizza.

BTS FIFA World Cup Worn Items Record Massive Charity Sales
Worn items from BTS's landmark 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime performance were auctioned for charity, raising significant funds for FIFA's initiatives.

BTS Forgoes 69th Grammy Submissions, Confirms Collective Decision
On July 29, all seven members of BTS confirmed their collective decision to not submit any music for the 69th Grammy Awards, drawing significant online attention.

BTS Records Seventh Music Video Milestone With “Butter”
BTS’s “Butter” music video achieved a remarkable 1.1 billion views on YouTube, joining six other videos in the milestone club.

BTS Records Billboard 200 Return After World Cup Performance
BTS's “ARIRANG” album climbed back into the Billboard 200’s Top 10 on July 26, directly spurred by their FIFA World Cup halftime show appearance.

SEVENTEEN Announces DK and Vernon’s Military Enlistment Dates
DK and Vernon from SEVENTEEN will be enlisting for military service in August and September, impacting upcoming schedules.

Super Junior’s Yesung Announces 2026 Anniversary Tour Dates
Yesung, of Super Junior, will embark on a 10th anniversary tour across Asia, beginning October 17, 2026, in Seoul.

ATEEZ’s Seonghwa Discusses Reinvention, Identity in Recent Interview
Seonghwa of ATEEZ expressed immense satisfaction from participating in photo shoots, citing them as crucial for his self-development as an idol.

iKON’s Junhoe Confirms Military Enlistment Date in August 2026
iKON’s Junhoe will enlist in the military on August 14, 2026, after an announcement from his agency, 143 Entertainment.

IVE’s Jang Wonyoung Records Viral Moment with First Pitch Photos
Jang Wonyoung’s Instagram post on July 28th, featuring photos from a ceremonial first pitch, sparked a viral moment and significant fan reaction.

BTS’s “NORMAL” Records Billboard Hot 100 Return, Claims Digital Sales Crown
BTS's “NORMAL” has surged back onto the Billboard Hot 100, reaching a new peak and securing the #1 spot on the Digital Song Sales chart.

DAY6's Young K Records Personal Sales Milestone With 'YOUNGEST'
Young K's 'YOUNGEST' album more than doubled his personal first-week sales record within 48 hours of release, demonstrating exceptional commercial performance.

BLACKPINK’s Jennie Records New Billboard Radio Chart Peak With Tame Impala
Jennie's collaboration with Tame Impala, "Dracula," has reached number two on Billboard's Radio Songs chart, a career-defining achievement.

TXT’s Yeonjun, Super Junior, ILLIT Dominate Circle Weekly Charts This Week
idntt’s “itsnotover” debuted at number one on Circle’s physical album chart for the week of July 12 to 18.

BLACKPINK’s Jennie Records Global Chart Dominance With 'Less than a Lover'
Jennie's 'Less than a Lover' achieved unprecedented global chart success within hours of its release, demonstrating her continued solo power.

fromis_9 Performs on 'Music Core' Alongside RESCENE's Historic Win
RESCENE achieved their first music show victory on 'Music Core' with 'Pretty Girl,' earning 6,772 points.

TXT Records Five KM Chart Awards, Secures Artist of the Year Daesang
TXT celebrated a major win at the KM Chart Awards, taking home five awards including the Artist of the Year Daesang.

SHINee’s Taemin Announces 2026-2027 World Tour ‘LiMiNaL’ Dates
Taemin will launch his 'LiMiNaL' world tour in September, including North American arena dates with AEG.

NCT’s WayV Announces 2026 “BORN THIS Way” Tour with Seoul Shows
WayV is launching its “BORN THIS Way” tour in 2026, beginning with concerts at Seoul’s KBS Arena on September 12 and 13.

fromis_9, idntt Record Milestone with ‘Music Bank’ Victory
idntt achieved their second consecutive “Music Bank” victory for “Kids Return” on July 24, showcasing continued chart success.

WayV's Yangyang Responds to Debate Over 'Born This Way' Tour Lineup
WayV's Yangyang responded after fans debated the four-member lineup announced for the group's Born This Way tour.

BLACKPINK Records YouTube Milestone With 'DDU-DU DDU-DU'
BLACKPINK's 'DDU-DU DDU-DU' music video became the first K-pop group video to surpass 2.4 billion views on YouTube, marking a significant milestone.

BTS Records Highest Singer Brand Reputation Score for July 2026
BTS secured the number one spot in the July 2026 singer brand reputation rankings with a score of 837.67, showcasing their enduring popularity.

ENHYPEN Inspires 1,500 Blood Donations Through Singapore Red Cross Partnership
ENHYPEN’s partnership with the Singapore Red Cross generated 1,500 blood donations, highlighting the power of fandom engagement for social good.

TXT’s Yeonjun Records Second Billboard 200 Entry With 'NO LABELS'
Yeonjun's 'NO LABELS: PART 02' landed at number 16 on the Billboard 200, solidifying his growing solo career.

BOYNEXTDOOR Announces December 26 Kuala Lumpur Tour Date
BOYNEXTDOOR will perform in Kuala Lumpur on December 26, 2026, as part of their global “KNOCK ON Vol. 2” tour.

THE BOYZ's Q and Hwang Ji Ah Share Sweet Moment in 'My Idol, My Debut'
New stills from 'My Idol, My Debut' reveal a heartwarming hand-holding scene between THE BOYZ's Q and Hwang Ji Ah, fueling fan speculation.

ATEEZ Records 4th “BAD” Music Show Win on ‘M Countdown’
ATEEZ achieved their fourth music show win for “BAD” on ‘M Countdown’ with 6,754 points, beating TXT’s Yeonjun.