The world of K-pop has been a whirlwind of news recently. BLACKPINK celebrate Lisa for her The White Lotus role, AESPA’s Karina set to star in My Arti Film, BTS’ RM deletes a controversial Instagram post, and more. Find out what other K-pop happenings made the headlines on August 8, 2024.
BLACKPINK celebrates Lisa’s White Lotus debut
BLACKPINK’s powerhouse foursome reunited for a special livestream on their 8th anniversary. Fans were thrilled to see the girls back together. The highlight of the live session was the show of support Jisoo, Jennie, and Rosé showered upon member Lisa for her upcoming acting debut.
Lisa will star in the critically acclaimed HBO series The White Lotus in its third season. During the livestream, the members playfully teased Lisa about her foray into acting. Jennie confessed to already being a big fan of the show, hinting at her excitement to see Lisa on screen.
Jisoo and Rosé joined the fun, teasing their “maknae” for embarking on a new adventure. The playful banter showcased the close bond between the BLACKPINK members, leaving fans heartwarmingly touched.
AESPA’s Karina to feature in action-packed My Arti Film
Get ready for a whole new side of AESPA’s charismatic leader, Karina. She will make her ‘acting’ debut in the upcoming performance variety show My Arti Film, taking on a role based on the noir action genre.
The show features celebrities taking on roles in a variety of genres, testing their acting, dancing and singing skills. Reports reveal that Karina will be playing a character that embodies the ‘girl crush’ concept, known for its confident and powerful aura.
Karina has long captivated fans with her fierce stage presence and undeniable charisma. Fans can’t wait to see her translate those qualities onto her performance in this action-packed role.
BTS’ RM deletes controversial Instagram post
In a move that has sparked a debate, BTS member RM deleted a recent Instagram post celebrating his solo album’s achievements. Fans accused him of trying to downplay fellow member Suga’s recent DUI incident.
RM’s original post highlighted the #7 ranking of his album Right Place, Wrong Person on a music critic’s list. However, many felt the post was insensitive given the timing.
Some fans expressed their appreciation for RM’s sensitivity and respect for the seriousness of Suga’s actions. Others have defended RM’s initial post, pointing out that RM, currently serving in the military, may not have been aware of the full details surrounding his fellow member’s actions.
Han Ji-Min is dating Jannabi’s Choi Jung-Hoon
Actress Han Ji-Min and Jannabi vocalist Choi Jung-Hoon have confirmed they’re a couple. The news has sent ripples of excitement through the Korean entertainment scene.
According to reports, the couple first met while filming for a music talk show last year. Han Ji-Min appeared as a guest, where they performed a duet of Jannabi’s hit song A Thought on an Autumn Night. This encounter eventually blossomed into romance.
Many fans have expressed their joy on social media, sending messages of congratulations and well wishes to the new couple. Han Ji-Min is known for performances in popular K-dramas like Jewel In The Palace, Our Blues and Behind Your Touch, while Choi Jung-Hoon has garnered acclaim for both his vocals and his songwriting skills.
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