Julia Kim
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BTS Jimin Tops iTunes 'Top Song' in 106 Regions: Global Popularity Expands
BTS Jimin's solo single "Closer Than This" has continued to dominate global major charts for two consecutive days, outpacing even the seasonal mega-hits and proving its formidable influence by increasing its cumulative number of top-ranking countries/regions. 
BTS Jimin's solo single "Closer Than This" has continued to dominate global major charts for two consecutive days, outpacing even the seasonal mega-hits and proving its formidable influence by increasing its cumulative number of top-ranking countries/regions. -
K-pop 'Big 4's Report Card: HYBE Soars High, YG Takes a Sigh of Relief in 2023
The leading forces behind this K-pop momentum were the 'Big 4' of the Korean music industry: HYBE, SM, YG, and JYP. These companies enjoyed satisfying results thanks to the performances of their flagship artists. 
The leading forces behind this K-pop momentum were the 'Big 4' of the Korean music industry: HYBE, SM, YG, and JYP. These companies enjoyed satisfying results thanks to the performances of their flagship artists. -
BLACKPINK Jennie Reportedly Launches Her Own Label: 'ODD ATELIER'
According to the K-pop industry on December 23, Jennie set up her label, 'ODD ATELIER,' last month. 
According to the K-pop industry on December 23, Jennie set up her label, 'ODD ATELIER,' last month. -
4th Generation K-pop Idols: Regulars at No. 1 on the US Billboard Charts
In 2023, the 4th generation K-pop groups have successively conquered the peaks of the U.S. Billboard charts. 
In 2023, the 4th generation K-pop groups have successively conquered the peaks of the U.S. Billboard charts. -
BTS Officially Becomes Their Own Army, Anticipating a Blossoming Return in 2025
Last December marked the beginning of BTS's military hiatus with Jin's enlistment. As of December this year, with the enlistment of RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook, all members are now serving their national duty. Throughout 2023, each member shone in their respective fields, heightening anticipation for their full-group activities in 2025. 
Last December marked the beginning of BTS's military hiatus with Jin's enlistment. As of December this year, with the enlistment of RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook, all members are now serving their national duty. Throughout 2023, each member shone in their respective fields, heightening anticipation for their full-group activities in 2025. -
BTS Jin's 'Yours' Surpasses 160 Million Streams on Spotify, Proving Global Popularity
BTS Jin's 'Yours' has soared past 160 million streams on Spotify, showcasing its immense popularity. 
BTS Jin's 'Yours' has soared past 160 million streams on Spotify, showcasing its immense popularity. -
BTS's V 'Layover' Hits Highest Ranking for K-Pop Soloist in Japan's Oricon Annual Ranking
BTS's V has shone brightly in popularity, achieving the highest ranking for a K-pop solo artist in Japan's Oricon Annual Ranking. 
BTS's V has shone brightly in popularity, achieving the highest ranking for a K-pop solo artist in Japan's Oricon Annual Ranking. -
BTS Jungkook Triumphs Again Over Taylor Swift: Clinches 1st Place as '2023 Bop Of The Year' on America's Largest Radio Audacy
BTS's Jungkook has ascended to the top spot on America's largest radio, being named '2023 Bop Of The Year'. One of the leading radio networks in the United States, 'Audacy', announced the '2023 Bop Of The Year' through its official account. 
BTS's Jungkook has ascended to the top spot on America's largest radio, being named '2023 Bop Of The Year'. One of the leading radio networks in the United States, 'Audacy', announced the '2023 Bop Of The Year' through its official account. -
YG's Recovery with BLACKPINK and JYP's Thriving Localization: K-Pop Agencies Set for Stellar 2024
What might 2024 look like for the leading companies spearheading the K-pop wave? 
What might 2024 look like for the leading companies spearheading the K-pop wave? -
In Memoriam: K-pop Celebrities Who Passed Away in 2023
This year, the K-pop entertainment industry mourned as many stars left us, with their departures bringing an overwhelming sense of loss to colleagues and fans alike. 
This year, the K-pop entertainment industry mourned as many stars left us, with their departures bringing an overwhelming sense of loss to colleagues and fans alike.
