The 2026 Grammy nominations just dropped ... and as it turns out, "Golden" is still going "up, up, up" -- 'cause the smash "KPop Demon Hunters" hit is a finalist for "Song of the Year!!"
The tune, written by EJAE (who voices Rumi in the song) and Mark Sonnenblick, has been sitting comfortably at the top of the Billboard charts for months ... so it's no surprise it's getting even more recognition.
"Golden" is joined by Bruno Mars' "APT." as the first two songs in K-pop to ever be considered for "Song of the Year" at the Grammys ... or any of the big four categories for that matter.
George Kittle was looking to get the win AND seal the Honmoon on Sunday ... dancing his face off to a "KPop Demon Hunters" song right on the field during the 49ers' victory over the Giants!!
The star tight end was spotted waving his arm and bobbing his head as the Billboard chart-topping hit, "Golden," blared over the MetLife Stadium speakers at one point in the matchup ... and fans in attendance were quick to plaster the funny highlight all over social media.
The All-Pro talent was asked about his jam session during his postgame availability following the 34-24 W ... and he explained the massively popular Netflix project is worth a watch.
The B in BTS stands for "buff" ... 'cause three members of the massive K-pop boy group proved they've got muscles to go along with their pipes -- putting their fit figures on display during a recent workout with a bodybuilder!!
The swole sesh was documented on "Physical: 100" star Ma Sun-ho's YouTube page this week ... when V, Jung Kook and RM met up with him at John Reed Fitness in L.A.
Sun-ho put the musicians through the gauntlet during their workouts ... with shoulders, arms and core being the focus.
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It's your moment and you're gonna be golden -- especially if you're repping "KPop Demon Hunters" merch straight from the record-breaking Netflix film.
Whether you're a HUNTR/X stan or can't help but love the Saja Boys, we've rounded up some of the best tees featuring everyone's favorite demon-slaying trio, their underworld adversaries -- and, of course, Derpy and Sussie.
Rep your bias proud with these cute tees ... because after all, happy fans, happy Honmoon.
Derpy won over everyone's hearts (and maybe even some souls) in "KPop Demon Hunters" -- and now you can show your love for this otherworldly feline with a Derpy Graphic T-Shirt.
Aug. 13 is an unofficial holiday for all the K-pop stans out there ... so in honor of Worldwide K-pop Day, here's a slew of snapshots even the ARMY and BLINKs can put their differences aside to enjoy together!!
2025 was huge for names like BLACKPINK, Stray Kids, ATEEZ and Twice ... with all four groups among those hitting the road for world tours.
It was also super special for the diehard BTS supporters ... as their beloved group finally reunited after fulfilling their military duties.
BLACKPINK is back in your area ... and the massive K-pop group is making sure the Blinks are properly dressed for their world tour dates in the U.S. -- joining forces with Fanatics to create some MLB and NBA merch!!
The collab was announced Tuesday ... with Rosé linking up with the sports clothing giant and Complex to release exclusive items featuring pro teams in Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City -- the three American stops on the group's slate of "Deadline" shows this month.
The collection includes hats, t-shirts, hoodies and Mitchell & Ness jerseys ... meshing the BLACKPINK branding with the iconic looks of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Lakers, Chicago Bulls, White Sox and Cubs, and New York Knicks and Mets.
There's a new K-pop boy band on the block ... and AHOF tells TMZthey dream of starring on one of the biggest stages in America -- Coachella!!
We caught up with the F&F Entertainment rookie group -- formed via the SBS competition show, "Universe League" -- ahead of their debut ... and they shed some light on the whole process and what they learned about each other along the way.
All nine members (Steven, Jeongwoo, Woongki, Shuaibo, Han, JL, Juwon, Chih En and Daisuke) peeled back the curtain on topics like their influences, dream collabs (hi, Sabrina Carpenter), and what makes them so unique ... which fittingly ties into the title of their mini album, "WHO WE ARE."
BLACKPINK is finally providing proof they're together ahead of their world tour ... with Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé sharing a group pic for the first time in months.
The four Pinks posted the same shot to their individual Instagram pages on Tuesday ... which shows them making a four-leaf clover with their hands.
Unclear where exactly they were, but it's fair to assume it was a recent rehearsal.
Get ready to fangirl ... 'cause two more BTS members have wrapped up their mandatory military service, meaning the long-awaited boyband reunion is just around the corner!
BTS members RM and V are officially out of the South Korean military ... and their discharge was a total spectacle with swarms of fans, AIA the BTS Army, swarming Chuncheon City to welcome the duo back.
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V thanked the fans for sticking around and teased them to hang tight a bit longer for a "really cool" comeback performance.
HYBE -- the company that manages BTS and other major K-Pop acts -- has been raided as part of an insider trading investigation ... according to reports out of South Korea.
The Korea Times reported early Thursday the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors' Office searched the company's office in central Seoul.
A HYBE executive's reportedly been accused of gaining profits of 240 million won -- South Korean currency worth about $175K -- by using insider information to profit on the stock market.
11:20 AM PT -- Patrick Schwarzenegger shared his view from Lisa's killer set last night ... posting on his Instagram that his wild moved in the pit had a lot to do with the cocktail he drank.
BTW, we're gonna assume the cocktail didn't have any poisonous fruit in it. 👀
It's highly unlikely the next season of "The White Lotus" will take place at Coachella ... but we kinda got a glimpse of what they could look like Friday night at the music fest!
Patrick Schwarzenegger and his fiancé, Lisa's set ... and it was clear he was having a blast.
PS and Lisa -- who, in addition to being an actress, is a member of the K-pop group Blackpink -- were in this season of HBO series ... which just had its shocking conclusion last weekend!
South Korean K-Pop star Wheesung was reportedly found dead inside his home on Monday — and police are investigating whether his death was drug-related.
The body of the singer-songwriter was discovered inside his apartment last evening by Fire Department officials after he went into cardiac arrest, according to the New York Times.
The newspaper said Wheesung — whose real name was Choi Whee-sung — had a history of drug abuse — and investigators with the Seoul Gwangjin Police Station were looking into the possibility he overdosed.
Jennie's solo debut album, "Ruby," is here ... and the BLACKPINK star celebrated the release by giving her fans an inside look at creating the project!!!
The 29-year-old singer and rapper is the fourth and final member of the super popular K-pop group to release a solo project amid their hiatus ... and it's clear she pulled out all the stops for her time in the spotlight.
Jennie's 15-track album includes some A-List features -- Dua Lipa, Dominic Fike, Childish Gambino and Doechii to name a few -- and she showed off some snaps with Albanian pop star Dua from what appears to be a music video set for their song, "Handlebars."
Blackpink'sLisa could melt "Ice Cream" with her latest hot look ... an itty-bitty string bikini by Louis Vuitton.
Check it out ... the Thai performer, who is a longtime member of the K-Pop girl group, dons a teeny tiny red-and-white bikini covered in Louis Vuitton's signature monogram in a series of new photos posted to Instagram.
Her bathing suit selection is perfect for her lavish tropical getaway, and it's also on brand ... she's famously an ambassador for the iconic French fashion house.
Christmastime is here ... and the biggest names in K-pop are already proudly displaying just how jolly they can be this holiday season!!
"Killin' Me Good" singer Jihyo clearly knows Santa's making a list and checking it TWICE -- 'cause she proudly struck a pose with her decked-out tree ... just like NCT leader Taeyong, RIIZE's Anton and ITZY frontwoman Yeji.
The Super Ladies of (G)I-DLE -- Minnie, Miyeon, Soyeon, Yuqi and Shuhua -- channeled their inner Mrs. Claus together ... with matching red and white outfits to boot.
Sad news from the K-Pop world -- BTS member V’s beloved pet dog has died.
V shared the heartbreaking news Monday via an Instagram Story, telling fans in Korean his pet dog Yeontan had "gone on a long journey," posting a compilation of pics and videos of his furry friend on his feed to honor their time together.
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The singer explained it felt right to share the sad news with the BTS ARMY -- a nickname for the boyband's fans -- since they've shown so much love to Yeontan over the years.
