Top Korean News Of The Week: Suga Questioned By Police, Jisoo Makes Spotify Record, 2024 K World Dream Awards
It was quite a happening week for the Korean entertainment industry. From BTS members Suga, Jungkook and V hogging headlines for different reasons, to the announcement of the winners of two awards – 2024 K World Dream Awards and 2024 NEWSIS K-EXPO, the K-pop and K-drama universe had something for everyone!
Incase you missed the buzz, here’s the top headlines over the past seven days.
2024 K-World Dream Awards winners announced
The glittering ceremony of the 2024 K-World Dream Awards (formerly known as Soribada Best K-Music Awards and K Global Heart Dream Award) was held at Jamsil Indoor Arena, Seoul, and hosted by Jang Do Yeon and Jun Hyun Moo. The mega event declared the winners in the K-pop industry, including SEVENTEEN and BIBI. Other groups that won big were KISS OF LIFE, ZEROBASEONE, and P1Harmony.
2024 NEWSIS K-EXPO honoured the best of K-drama and K-pop
Also known as the 6th Newsis Hallyu Expo, the event recognises individuals who participate in the development of Korean culture throughout the year. Kim Soo Hyun (Queen of Tears), Kim Hye Yoon (Lovely Runner), Go Min Si (Sweet Home) and Chae Jong Hyeop (Serendipity’s Embrace) were among the winners. K-pop groups like H1-KEY, PLAVE and Big Ocean were also honoured in different categories.
The annual ceremony is sponsored by Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Seoul Metropolitan Council, Korea Creative Content Agency, and Seoul Tourism Organisation.
BTS’ Suga summoned for first round of questioning by police
Suga appeared at Yongsan Police Station for questioning and even apologised with regard to his ongoing drunk-driving case. According to Dispatch, the BTS rapper bowed his head in apology to his fans after he arrived for the proceedure. Suga is facing charges for a DUI case for an incident on August 6.
Jungkook: I Am Still trailer launched
BTS member Jungkook’s first-ever solo documentary film is up for a theatrical release on September 18 worldwide. It has been directed by Junsoo Park and produced by Jiwon Yoon. But before that, the makers launched its trailer, giving fans a sneak-peek into his solo journey to stardom and the importance of ARMY in his life.
The trailer is full of on and off stage candid moments that prove what makes Jungkook, one of the most loved K-pop idol.
Blackpink’s Jisoo sets record as Fastest K-Pop Female Soloist to hit 600 million Spotify streams
Jisoo’s solo album ME has emerged as the Fastest Album by a Korean Female Solo Artist to reach 600 million streams on Spotify. The 29-year-old launched her two-track album ME in March 2023. It surpassed previous record held by fellow band member Rosé in just 506 days. Rosé did that in 932 days.
YouTuber Sojang has denied allegations in BTS V And Jungkook’s defamation lawsuit
Taldeok Camp (Sojang) appeared for the first trial in the case involving the two BTS members. The YouTuber denied all the accusations, claiming that the videos about the K-pop idols were created in the “public interest”.
BIGHIT MUSIC along with BTS’ V and Jungkook filed a defamation case against Sojang (Park Joo Ah) for producing false facts about the two and spreading them online. This helped her earn massive profits too. BIGHIT MUSIC sued the content creator, revealing that the music label had also in 2002 and 2023 filed a case against her claiming damages for defamation, business obstruction and unlawful actions for V and Jungkook.
BTS said in a statement, “We are filing a lawsuit for damages for false information and infringement of personal rights.” Currently, BIGHIT MUSIC is seeking reparations for damages worth 90 million won ($66,100).
During the hearing, Sojang’s team rejected all allegations stating, “While we acknowledge the video production itself, considering the method and content, it is only just opinion and is not defamation by revealing false information.”