HWASA of established K-pop girl group MAMAMOO is poised to delight her fans, “Twits”, in Singapore for her solo fan concert tour. CK Star Entertainment is proud to present the Singapore stop of “HWASA the 1st FANCON TOUR [Twits] ”, at The Star Theatre on 22 June 2024 (Saturday), 7PM. 

K-pop Super Festival Brings More Opportunities Than Ever for Intimate Fan-Artist Connections

CJ ENM has just announced the highly anticipated lineup for KCON LA 2024, the world’s largest K-pop fan and artist festival, set to take place from July 26 to 28. This three-day extravaganza will be held at the Crypto.com Arena, LA Convention Center, and GILBERT LINDSAY PLAZA in Los Angeles.

This year’s KCON LA 2024, presented by Samsung Galaxy, promises to be more exciting than ever, transforming into a full-fledged 'K-POP Fan & Artist Festival.' The theme, ‘MUSEUM OF POPPIA,’ will set the stage for a celebration of music and culture that transcends borders and generations.

The festival will feature an electrifying lineup of global K-pop sensations including ENHYPEN, ZEROBASEONE, BOYNEXTDOOR, TWS, and NMIXX, among others. Attendees can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere with expanded multi-stages and a variety of K-pop content and programming across four major stages: ‘M COUNTDOWN,’ ‘KCON STAGE,’ ‘MEET & GREET,’ and ‘SHOWCASE.’ These stages will offer fans unique opportunities to engage with their favorite artists, from large-scale performances to intimate meet-and-greets.

The full KCON LA 2024 lineup includes (in alphabetical order):

• A.C.E
• APOKI
• BIBI
• BOYNEXTDOOR
• CRAXY
• DRIPPIN
• DXMON
• ENHYPEN
• god
• HYOLYN
• I-LAND 2
• INI
• isaac hong
• JEON SOMI
• JO YURI
• Kep1er
• ME:I
• NMIXX
• P1Harmony
• POW
• STAYC
• TAEMIN
• TWS
• ZEROBASEONE
• ZICO

More artists will be announced in the coming weeks.

“Last year’s KCON LA marked a turning point, expanding both the size and scope of the event with a major media partner for the first time. We are excited to build on this momentum,” said Harry H.K. Shin, Head of Music Entertainment at CJ ENM. “As a flagship K-pop Super Festival, we are committed to providing more opportunities than ever for intimate connections between fans and artists.”

Since its inception in 2012, CJ ENM’s KCON has played a pivotal role in fostering a global K-pop community and showcasing the immense power of K-pop fandoms. With around 1.83 million attendees over the past 12 years, KCON has become a premier platform for launching K-pop artists’ international careers, boasting iconic moments like BTS’s performance in 2014 and G-Dragon’s groundbreaking collaboration with Missy Elliott.

Mark your calendars for July 26-28 and join us at KCON LA 2024 for an unforgettable celebration of K-pop music, culture, and community.

Several Well-Known Korean Celebrities Shake Off The Spotlight And Live Someone Else’s Life For 72 Hours 

After years of fame and success, several well-known Korean celebrities trade in their stardom for 72-hours of normality in My Name Is Gabriel - a fun new Korean reality show coming June 21 to Disney+ Hotstar.

With starring roles, cover shoots, and regular headlines keeping them front and center in the public’s mind, Korean celebrities often struggle to live normal lives. In My Name Is Gabriel, several of Korea’s most well-known entertainers are transported to another part of the world to live someone else’s life for 72-hours. Separated from their friends, family and publicists, for a life assigned by an AI algorithm, the celebrities will be sent as far afield as Chiang Mai, Chongqing, Guadalajara and Dublin and challenged to fit-in to their new homes, live with a new family, and work someone else’s job. 

Starring actor Park Bogum (Reply 1988), actor Ji Changwook (The Worst of Evil), comedian Park Myungsoo (Infinite Challenge), actress Yeom Hyeran (The Glory), and TV host Gabee, My Name Is Gabriel is produced by legendary South Korean producer Kim Taeho (Infinite Challenge).

Fans of Korean variety shows can sign-up to Disney+ Hotstar today to enjoy immediate access to other unmissable series including season one and two of The Zone Survival Mission starring Yu Jaeseok, Lee Kwangsoo, and Kwon Yuri, as well as other award-winning series including Moving, about South Korean special agents working to protect their super-powered children from harm and exploitation, The Worst Of Evil, Big Bet, and countless other thrilling Korean and international titles.

Stream My Name is Gabriel from June 21 on Disney+ Hotstar.

Sappe PCL or SAPPE has officially named the world’s leading K-Pop boy band SEVENTEEN, top of the list of K-Pop boy group brand value ranking, as its First Global Brand Ambassador for flagship fruit drink Mogu Mogu. As part of the role, the 13 members of SEVENTEEN will be the representatives of 'Fun' and 'Lively' for SAPPE’s fruit juice with coconut jelly Mogu Mogu, the favorite drink in several countries, with its “Sip Chew Feel Mogu Mogu” campaign. This reflects the strong global success of SAPPE, which currently exports beverages to around 100 countries worldwide.SAPPE made another important stride toward becoming a 'Global Brand' when it was able to achieve continuous growth in the foreign market, receiving wide acceptance among customers with its innovative strategies like the 'France First' model in Europe and the 'Korea First' in Asia through its Global Influencer Marketing strategy and the product tie-in in K-Dramas on Netflix. These initiatives have created viral trends at the regional and global levels, positioning South Korea and France as the "Main Influencers" in their respective regions. 

The HYBE exhibition is finally making its way to Malaysia ! Promoted by YES TRAVEL & HOLIDAYS and SAT ENTERTAINMENT, the HYBE INSIGHT: "The Daydream Believers : 꿈, 마침내 in Malaysia Exhibition" will take place from 1st July to 1st September, from 10AM to 10PM, at LaLaport BBCC in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur.Having previously toured Seoul and Japan, with its last stop in Taipei, this exhibition's focal point is showcasing the portraits of 54 artists from 7 groups, along with their journey towards realizing their dreams. Fans will have the opportunity to delve into the backstage stories of BTS, SEVENTEEN, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ENHYPEN, LE SSERAFIM, fromis_9, and &TEAM. The meticulously curated exhibition will feature artistic photographs, authentic costumes worn by the artists, and narrations of behind-the-scenes tales, offering fans a comprehensive experience. Additionally, the exhibition area will include a large photo zone for memorable snapshots and exclusive merchandise available for purchase, providing Malaysian K-Pop enthusiasts with endless surprises.Notably, the thoughtful promoter at YES TRAVEL & HOLIDAYS have curated a special 3 days 2 nights & 5 days 4 nights "The Daydream Believers Travel Package" for international and out-of-state fans. Collaborating with select hotels, fans purchasing this package can stay in themed rooms meticulously designed by the local promoter, immersing themselves in this delightful surprise.