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NCT Dream to stream final tour shows worldwide in theaters and online

Boy band NCT Dream will livestream the last few shows of its 2026 tour, which will take place later this month, SM Entertainment said on Tuesday.

2026-03-03

Dream Concert in Hong Kong postponed indefinitely by Chinese organizer

The Dream Concert in Hong Kong 2026 has been postponed indefinitely, less than a week out from the scheduled performance date.

2026-01-31

NCT's Jeno and Jaemin to form new unit with debut album release on Feb. 23

Boy band NCT’s Jeno and Jaemin will make their debut as a new unit, NCT JNJM, with an album on Feb. 23. The unit’s first EP “Both Sides,” features six tracks, according to agency SM Entertainment.

2026-01-26

New year, new opportunity for K-pop in China in 2026?

In the fall of 2025, it seemed only a matter of time before K-pop found its way back to mainland China — until it became clear that hopes had risen too soon. Now, optimism is resurfacing, albeit cautiously.

2026-01-01

Dream Concert 2026 drops first lineup

“Dream Concert 2026” has announced its first lineup, featuring major K-pop acts including EXO members Chen, Baekhyun and Xiumin, Hwasa, Taemin and The Boyz.

2025-12-30

'Dream Concert' to air on China's Hunan TV in February next year

The upcoming "Dream Concert," set to take place in February next year, will air via delayed taping through Chinese broadcaster Hunan TV, the organizing committee said Monday, though a specific broadcast date has not been revealed.

2025-12-22

한때는 꿈이었지만… MZ세대에겐 매력 잃어가는 '아메리칸 드림'

Rooted deeply in Korea’s postwar aspirations, the notion of the “American dream” used to hold powerful sway for Koreans, reflected in an enduring obsession with pursuing English education, attending Ivy League universities and securing jobs at Big...

2025-12-17

Korea’s retirees exit work in their early 50s, face a precarious second chapter

A recently concluded television drama, “The Dream Life of Mr. Kim,” explores the economic reality faced by many Koreans who leave their primary careers in their early 50s.

2025-12-04

Boy band NCT Dream hits 10th straight million-seller with 'Beat It Up'

Boy group NCT Dream has scored its 10th consecutive million-selling album with its latest EP “Beat It Up,” its agency SM Entertainment said on Monday.

2025-11-25

Author draws on former corporate life for hit JTBC drama, 'The Dream Life of Mr. Kim'

JTBC's recent hit drama series “The Dream Life of Mr. Kim” follows the life of Mr. Kim, who seems to have it all before he becomes embroiled in office politics and faces the danger of losing everything.

2025-11-17