Drama heats up in Between Steps! Im Yoo Jin’s talkative brother, Yoo Sung, just crashed the research lab, leaving Park Min Jae visibly confused. With a suspicious couple ring in play, will Yoo Sung expose their secret romance? As Yoo Jin pursues Min Jae, the emotional tug-of-war intensifies. Can Min Jae finally lower his guard, or will this surprise visit ruin everything?

The October idol rankings are here! RESCENE’s Woni holds the top spot with a massive 95.03% positivity score. BTS’s Jimin follows closely, while Zena secures third place. The biggest shock? IVE’s Jang Won Young surged 47.49%, eyeing the crown for next month. With four RESCENE members in the top ten, the K-pop landscape is shifting fast. Who will lead in November?

The latest Circle Chart certifications are in, and K-pop is absolutely crushing it! Stray Kids lead the charge, securing a massive triple million certification for “THIS & THAT.” Meanwhile, ENHYPEN and ATEEZ have officially crossed the million-copy mark. With rising stars like NEXZ and CORTIS also hitting platinum, the industry’s physical sales momentum proves that fan dedication is stronger than ever.

Get ready! The 2026 Music Bank Global Festival lands at Tokyo’s Japan National Stadium on December 12-13. With 25 massive acts, including TWICE, Stray Kids, and IVE, this two-night spectacle is unmissable. Sana and Jang Won Young will host, blending legendary icons with rising stars. Whether you crave ATEEZ or LE SSERAFIM, this year-end bash is the ultimate K-pop dream destination.

SEVENTEEN’s new unit, JxJ, has officially made history! Their debut mini-album DREAMSCAPE sold a staggering 656,011 copies on day one, setting a new Hanteo record for any unit album.

• Global Domination: Topped iTunes charts in six regions.
• Chart-Topping Hit: Title track 12 o’clock is sweeping international charts.

Jeonghan and Joshua are proving that their individual star power is absolutely unmatched!

Song Kang remains the king of the October brand reputation rankings, but his lead is razor-thin! Koo Kyo Hwan has surged into second place, trailing by just 42,000 points. With Seo Kang Jun and Lee Jun Young also locked in a tight battle, the top four could easily shift next month. Who will take the crown in November?

The latest actor brand rankings are in! Song Kang holds the crown, but the gap is razor-thin. Koo Kyo Hwan has surged into second, trailing by only 42,000 points. With Seo Kang Jun and Lee Jun Young also locked in a tight battle, the leaderboard is ready for a massive shake-up. Who will dominate the charts next month? Stay tuned!

K-pop sensations ALPHA DRIVE ONE are back! Their new digital single, “Talk to me,” drops October 22 at 6 PM KST. Ditching standard photos, the group is serving cinematic vibes with movie-style posters and “Cinema Cuts.” Born from the hit show BOYS II PLANET, the group is ready to dominate. Set your alarms for this high-stakes, film-inspired comeback!

Struggling to pick your next binge-watch? Soompi’s new interactive quiz is here to save your night! Answer a few quick questions to discover which LE SSERAFIM member shares your exact drama taste. It’s a fun, one-minute challenge that connects you with the group’s personal watchlist. Take the quiz, compare results with friends, and finally end that endless scrolling loop today!

The Ramayana fever has officially begun! On Dussehra, advance bookings opened, and fans went into a frenzy. Within just six hours, 12,000 tickets vanished across major chains like PVR Inox and Cinepolis. With the global release set for November 5, 2026, this massive start proves that the Ranbir Kapoor and Yash starrer is already shattering expectations and building historic hype.

iQOO is set to redefine mobile gaming on 28 October! The Neo 12 packs a massive 9,000mAh battery and the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip.

• Display: Stunning 2K, 185Hz screen.
• Cooling: Built-in active fan system.
• Performance: Dedicated Q3 gaming chip.

With 100W charging and pro-level touch response, this powerhouse is built for elite performance.