KARINA, Ryujin, and Han Sua share their Okinawa trip on Instagram, showcasing their fun moments and cute outfits together.

In 10 days, ITZY will release their new mini-album 'Motto' along with the title track. The group has shared relaxed individual videos, highlighting their authenticity. Since their debut with 'DALLA DALLA', ITZY has promoted self-respect and love, and they are set to return with a strong message, raising fan expectations.

A new video featuring Faker and aespa's KARINA has gone viral, showcasing Faker's heartfelt confession to her. The video, titled 'Who did Faker confess to?' shows him walking alone and dramatically taking her hand as he admits his feelings. Fans are buzzing about this unexpected pairing, expressing their surprise and excitement over the romantic vibe of the video.

On the afternoon of the 8th, ITZY departed for Japan via Gimpo International Airport for their 'ITZY 3RD WORLD TOUR in JAPAN'. They will perform at KEIO ARENA TOKYO on May 9 and 10. Yeji has been diagnosed with a lumbar disc herniation, and JYP stated she will participate as much as possible. Additionally, ITZY will make a comeback with a new mini-album 'Motto' on May 18, with teaser content released.

G-DRAGON is featured in aespa's new song 'WDA (Whole Different Animal)', part of their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE', set to release on May 29. The digital single will be available on May 11. This collaboration marks their second, following G-DRAGON's previous work with aespa's KARINA in 2022.

At Met Gala 2026, BLACKPINK members, including Karina and Ningning from aespa, and actor Ahn Hyo-seop, dazzled in designer outfits. The event, themed 'Costume Art,' featured the group in glamorous dresses from brands like PRADA and GUCCI. This was the first time all BLACKPINK members attended together, creating a buzz with their group photo. Other attendees included model Bhavitha Mandava and actress Jung Ho-yeon.

On 'Radio Star', actor Ryu Jin updates viewers about his sons, who are both tall and entering adolescence. He humorously reflects on his changing popularity due to the rise of ITZY's Ryujin. Ryu Jin reveals his eldest son is studying music industry leadership at Berklee and showcases his son's budding talent in composition.

Yeji from ITZY has been diagnosed with a herniated disc, which will restrict her performance during the Japan concerts on May 9-10. JYP Entertainment announced that despite the limitations, Yeji is eager to participate as much as possible and meet fans. The agency prioritizes her health and recovery.

aespa is set to make a comeback with their 2nd full album "LEMONADE" on the 29th, showcasing a unique world filled with tension. They will release a pre-release track, "WDA (Whole Different Animal)," on the 11th. The album promises to highlight aespa's musical growth and introduce a new chapter in their story.

On the morning of the 3rd, aespa's KARINA and NINGNING departed from Incheon International Airport to attend the Met Gala 2026 in New York. NINGNING was appointed as GUCCI's global ambassador, a brand she has admired since childhood. Additionally, KARINA received praise for her Japanese skills during a golf challenge, delighting the audience with her innocent smile.

On the afternoon of the 29th, a MONCLER fashion event was held in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, featuring stars like SEVENTEEN's Mingyu, ITZY's Ryujin, Lee Jae-wook, Kim Yong-kyung, and influencers Tan Suan and Jenny Tsang. SEVENTEEN also revealed their fan meeting poster and ITZY announced their comeback with a new mini-album on May 18.