Author: Kio Lysander-West
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Jisoo’s 31st birthday in 2026: this lavish hotpot night for 100 BLINKs turned into something no one saw coming
On January 3, 2026, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo turned 31 with emotional posts from Rosé, Lisa and Jennie sparking global #OurBestGiftJISOODay buzz. By night, a Haidilao hotpot party with 103 fans showed how far she’d go to share her birthday.
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NewJeans and Y2K K-pop: how this glittery comeback hides tech fears and a fight over stolen style
From Seoul stages to TikTok feeds, Gen Z idols are reviving Y2K K-pop with low-rise looks and soft R&B hooks. But behind the glitter sits a deeper story about technology, nostalgia and Black creativity.
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If you stan BTS or NewJeans, this guide to the 5 K-pop generations shows where your faves belong
From Seo Taiji’s 1990s rap-dance revolution to today’s TikTok idols, K-pop generations keep reshaping sound, style and fandom worldwide. What really separates the five eras?
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BLACKPINK’s first album in 4 years now expected for February 2026 – fueling debate
After nearly four years without a group album, BLACKPINK’s comeback is now penciled in for January 2026. But after so many delays, can fans trust this new timeline?