Mark Lee’s Label Announces Legal Action Against Malicious Posts

Mark Lee’s label UPPER ROOM has announced plans to take legal action against malicious posts and comments targeting the singer.

On September 2, Summer, UPPER ROOM’s in-house lawyer, announced that the label would take firm legal action against malicious content targeting Mark Lee, including posts and comments that constitute cyberbullying.

The label’s full statement is as follows:

Hello, this is Summer, in-house lawyer at UPPER ROOM.

First and foremost, we would like to sincerely thank all the fans for your continued anticipation and love for our artist Mark Lee’s new single “My Friend.”
Like the cool breeze that arrives at the end of a hot summer, we hope this song brings a refreshing and pleasant feeling to your everyday lives.

Since our establishment in the first half of this year, we have been continuously monitoring malicious posts targeting our artist across various online platforms and social media, including malicious slander, the spread of baseless false information, and violations of his personal rights.

At present, the artist is more concerned about the emotional pain and stress that these malicious posts may cause his fans than he is about himself. Accordingly, for the sake of both the artist and his fans, we intend to take firm legal action against malicious posts and comments that constitute cyberbullying.

Moving forward, we promise to continue doing our utmost to ensure that the relationship between the artist and his fans remains centered on the beautiful connection they share through music.

Thank you.

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Update: Chaeyoung And Zion.T Deny Breakup Rumors + Chaeyoung Announces Independent Label “LIL FANTASY”

Updated August 14 KST:

Earlier today, it was reported that TWICE’s Chaeyoung and Zion.T were no longer dating. However, both agencies released a joint official statement and confirmed that “the breakup rumors are completely groundless.” The statement additionally confirms the establishment of Chaeyoung’s independent label “LIL FANTASY.”

Read the full statement below:

Hello.

We would like to deliver the official position of both sides regarding the breakup rumors concerning Zion.T and Chaeyoung that were reported today.

1. The breakup rumors are completely groundless.

After confirming with the artists themselves, we have verified that the two are still continuing their beautiful relationship with positive feelings toward each other.

2. Notice regarding strong response to the spread of false information

Both agencies will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that the artists’ reputations are not damaged by groundless, speculative articles, the spread of false information that differs from the truth, or malicious posts. We state clearly that we will take strong legal action against the reporting and spreading of sensational content based on unverified facts.

Furthermore, we ask for your support for Chaeyoung, who recently announced a fresh start by establishing her independent label “LIL FANTASY.” We also ask for your continued interest and warm support for Zion.T’s diverse and active musical endeavors.

Thank you.

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Both Chaeyoung’s and Zion.T’s sides have briefly responded to recent breakup rumors.

On August 14, a media outlet reported, citing an industry insider, that Chaeyoung and Zion.T had recently broken up.

In response to the report, representatives of Chaeyoung and Zion.T briefly commented, “It is difficult to confirm as it is the artist’s private life.”

Chaeyoung and Zion.T previously acknowledged their romantic relationship in April 2024. Chaeyoung recently announced her departure from JYP Entertainment after 14 years with the company.

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THE BOYZ To Continue As 9 Members Under New Label

The idol group THE BOYZ will continue their group activities as a nine-member group.

On August 6, THE BOYZ members Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric announced, “We have all reached an agreement to continue our group activities as nine, and we have finalized the group contract to do so,” adding, “We are currently preparing for our activities under a new label system.”

While each member will sign separate contracts with agencies that can maximize their individual capabilities for solo projects, they plan to continue their group activities without disruption through full cooperation.

The members stated, “Our hearts have never changed from the very beginning—we all felt that the nine of us must stay together. Above all, we wanted to convey our intentions first to fans who have been waiting for and worrying about THE BOYZ’s group activities.” They added, “We will do our best in our respective positions while also giving our all to continue the precious time we have built with our fans as THE BOYZ.”

They concluded by saying, “We sincerely thank our fans—THE B—for your unwavering love and support. We are working hard to repay you with great performances, so we ask for your continued support.”

Earlier this year, THE BOYZ members Sangyeon, Jacob, Younghoon, Hyunjae, Juyeon, Kevin, Q, Sunwoo, and Eric—excluding New—notified ONE HUNDRED, their previous agency, of their intent to terminate their contracts due to breach of trust and filed for an injunction to suspend their validity. In April, the court granted an injunction suspending the exclusive contracts of the nine THE BOYZ members with ONE HUNDRED.

Specific plans regarding THE BOYZ’s future group activities will be released sequentially at a later date. Stay tuned!

Watch THE BOYZ’s Younghoon in “Love Revolution”:

Watch Now

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JYP Label Girl Group OURBIRTHDAY Reveals First 3 Members

JYP Entertainment subsidiary INNIT ENTERTAINMENT is gearing up to debut a new girl group!

OURBIRTHDAY is a seven-member girl group, and the first three members were revealed with a teaser clip titled “ERROR 502: Bad Gateway”:

Cho Hyejin, who won the audition program “THE DDANDDARA” last year, as well as Baby and Achiraya have been announced as the first three members. They will be releasing the digital single “HUNGRY (Side A)” on July 22 at 6 p.m. KST.

Check out concept photos of the three members below:

Cho Hyejin

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Achiraya

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Stay tuned for more updates!

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Mark’s New Label Apologizes For His Confederate Flag T-Shirt

Former NCT member Mark’s new label has apologized after posting photos of the singer wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the Confederate flag.

On June 23, Mark came under fire when his newly established label Upper Room posted photos of him wearing a T-shirt with the Confederate flag on it.

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Shortly afterwards, Upper Room took to Instagram Stories to share the following apology in English:

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After leaving both NCT and SM Entertainment in April, Mark announced that he was establishing his own label, Upper Room, earlier this month.

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Sandara Park Establishes New Label ARADNAS + Shares New Profile Photos And Future Plans

Sandara Park, formerly of the group 2NE1, is gearing up for her comeback!

On June 8, Sandara Park’s new agency ARADNAS announced, “Sandara Park is making a new beginning with her own label ARADNAS. She will release a new single album titled ‘rePRISM’ on June 20. Starting with this, she plans to continue various activities, including festivals, fan concerts, and an Asia fan concert tour.”

This project marks the first official endeavor Sandara Park is presenting with ARADNAS. Check out Sandara Park’s new profile photos below!

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Sandara Park’s 2026 fan-con Asia tour “REPRISM” will kick off on July 4 at YES24 Live Hall in Seoul. Additional stops and dates are expected to be revealed in the future. Stay tuned!

Also check out our full 2026 K-pop Tour Masterlist here!

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Mark Establishes New Label + Launches Official Social Media Channels

Former NCT member Mark has announced a new beginning with the launch of his own label!

On June 4, Upper Room announced, “Mark has officially launched the creative company Upper Room, which will serve as the starting point for his music, creative vision, and the various projects he will pursue in the future.”

Founded by Mark alongside longtime colleagues with whom he has built trust over the years, Upper Room is a creative company centered on music with plans to organically connect various content fields—including video, visual art, and performance—to further expand Mark’s creative world in a multidimensional way.

The name “Upper Room” represents more than just a physical space—it symbolizes a place where people with shared goals and ideas can come together, exchange inspiration, and explore new possibilities.

To mark the launch, Upper Room unveiled a series of announcement films through its official social media accounts.

According to the company, the announcement film was inspired by the era of 15th-century movable-type printing. Designed to highlight the value of human creativity and craftsmanship in an age of rapidly advancing technology, the film was created entirely without the use of AI-generated imagery, with every visual produced by hand to reflect the message and vision behind Upper Room.

Check out the label’s announcement film below!

You can also follow Upper Room’s Instagram account here and X (formerly Twitter) account here!

Wishing Mark and his new label all the best!

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Watch: HYBE’s New Label ABD Reveals First Glimpse Of Upcoming Girl Group Members

HYBE’s new label ABD has unveiled the first glimpse of its upcoming girl group!

On May 26, the newly launched HYBE label opened its official website and social media channels, releasing six short films that introduce ABD’s creative identity. The videos also offered a first look at some members of the label’s upcoming girl group, which is set to debut later this year.

The short films highlight ABD’s motto, “the pure joy of music,” through playful and stylish visuals. In the videos, three girls wearing shoes marked with the letters “A,” “B,” and “D” dance freely and energetically, while the “ABD” logo appears like footprints with every step, sparking curiosity about the new group.

ABD’s official website further reflects the label’s creative philosophy of “imagining D instead of C after A and B,” emphasizing a free-spirited and unconventional approach. Featuring animated illustrated cursors, brightly colored interactive backgrounds, and mini-games such as balloon-popping activities, the site delivers an immersive experience for visitors.

You can check out the label’s official website here and social media channels here!

Established earlier this month as part of HYBE’s multi-label strategy, ABD is a specialized label focused on producing and developing girl groups. The label’s name comes from its slogan, “A Bold Dream.”

ABD’s first girl group will be produced by Han Sung Soo, who is known for producing groups like SEVENTEEN, After School, IZ*ONE, and TWS.

Stay tuned for more information about ABD’s new girl group!

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HYBE Launches New Label ABD For Girl Group That Will Debut This Year

HYBE has established a brand-new label and is planning to debut a new girl group this year!

On May 8, HYBE announced that it was launching a new label called “ABD” specializing in the production of girl groups.

“ABD,” which stands for “A Bold Dream,” represents the “pursuit of a creative approach characterized by a flexible and lighthearted way of thinking that imagines ‘D,’ rather than ‘C,’ coming after ‘A’ and ‘B.’”

The label will be headed by CEO No Ji Won, who previously served as the Head of Artist Planning at PLEDIS Entertainment.

“ABD was established as part of HYBE’s multi-label strategy, which strengthens each label’s expertise and autonomy,” stated HYBE. “With an organization and creative team tailored for girl group production at its center, [ABD] will position itself as a label specializing in girl groups with unique and distinctive intellectual property (IP). Our goal is to expand into a new territory for K-pop by pursuing the inherent joy of music while also building upon a deep understanding of fans and artists.”

ABD will debut its first girl group in the second half of 2026. Han Sung Soo, who is known for producing groups like SEVENTEEN, After School, IZ*ONE, and TWS, will serve as the group’s executive producer and oversee their music, concept, and performances.

“The establishment of ABD is a strategic move to secure IP diversity and upgrade our K-pop production capabilities,” sad HYBE. “Through this new girl group, we will introduce new musical experiments and concepts, and we will bring a refreshing change to the global music market.”

Stay tuned for more information about ABD and its upcoming girl group!

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