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Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
K-pop takes over June 2025: From BTS' J-Hope to ENHYPEN and ILLIT, check out unmissable summer releases
As summer heats up, so does the K-pop scene! June 2025 is shaping up to be a month packed with star-studded comebacks, exciting solo projects, and albums that fans have been eagerly waiting for. From powerhouse groups to rising rookies and soloists showcasing a new side of their artistry, the month is filled with fresh sounds and bold visuals. Whether you're ready to vibe to ENHYPEN 's mini-album, or check out new music from ITZY and ATEEZ, June has something for you. Solo projects from idols like Moonbyul and Yugyeom also promise to add variety, making this month's calendar stacked with diverse releases across genres and generations. Adding to the excitement, BTS' J-Hope is set to return with a high-profile collaboration just as the group celebrates their 12th debut anniversary. Meanwhile, rookie group USPEER is ready to officially step into the spotlight with their debut album. June 4 SPEED ZONE – USPEER (1st single album) June 5 June 9 Soar – NCT's Doyoung (2nd album) Girls Will Be Girls – ITZY (10th mini album) BEEP – Izna (1st single album) 224 – KISS OF LIFE (4th mini album) In a million noises, I'll be your harmony – QWER (3rd mini album) June 11 Floating Free - MAMAMOO's Solar (Single) June 13 GOLDEN HOUR : Part.3 – ATEEZ (12th mini album) Killin' It Girl (feat. GloRilla) – BTS' J-Hope (Single) June 16 bomb – ILLIT (3rd mini album) Glow To Haze – Kang Daniel (6th mini album) June 17 Interlunar – GOT7's Yugyeom (Album) ICY BBY – MAMAMOO's Moonbyul (Pre-release single) June 27 BEAUTIFUL CHAOS – KATSEYE (2nd EP) From emotional ballads to fierce dance anthems, June 2025's releases promise to light up playlists and dominate charts around the world. Whether you're a seasoned stan or a casual listener, there's something to look forward to every week. Stay tuned for more updates, teasers, and MV drops as these artists roll out their comebacks. And get ready to hit replay all month long.
Korea Herald
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Itzy to return with 'Girls Will Be Girls' next month
Itzy is poised to release new music on June 9 with an album titled 'Girls Will Be Girls,' label JYP Entertainment announced Monday. A trailer for the upcoming album follows the bandmates struggling to save Ryujin, whose heart has stopped. Park Jin-young, head producer of the label, appears in the teaser as well. The quintet will be releasing a new set about eight months since ninth EP 'Gold,' which made the Billboard 200 at No. 60. One of the two main tracks, 'Imaginary Friend,' was chosen as one of 'The 25 Best K-Pop Songs of 2024,' as listed by Billboard magazine. Separately, leader Yeji dropped her first solo effort, EP 'Air,' in March. She is the first from the group to put out a solo album.
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
OTTplay Awards 2025: Manoj Bajpayee, Imtiaz Ali, Kajol and Jyotika win big at a night of pan-Indian OTT excellence
The OTTplay Awards 2025 honoured the crème de la crème of India's booming digital entertainment industry, bringing together the finest talents from the OTT space. Held at JW Marriott, Mumbai, on March 22, the event truly embodied its tagline, 'One Nation, One OTT Award,' as stars from across the country came together to celebrate storytelling in the digital era in an unforgettable night, hosted by Aparshakti Khurana and Kubbra Sait. The night was a spectacle of talent and glamour, with over 80 celebrities, including Manoj Bajpayee, Jaideep Ahlawat, Rajkummar Rao, Jyotika, Nimisha Sajayan, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Sriimurali, Kajol, Hina Khan, Kani Kusruti, Avinash Tiwary, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwary, Vedhika, Raghav Juyal, Imtiaz Ali, Kunal Kohli, Anu Malik, and Aditi Rao Hydari, gracing the event with their presence. The third edition of the OTTplay Awards celebrated outstanding achievements across OTT films and series, felicitating critically acclaimed projects such as Panchayat, Girls Will Be Girls, Freedom at Midnight, Paatal Lok, Poacher, IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack and Black Warrant. Manoj Bajpayee and Anupam Kher were awarded Best Actor (Male) – Popular and Critics', respectively, for their performances in Despatch and Vijay 69 and Signature, while Kajol (Do Patti) and Parvathy Thiruvothu (Manorathangal) took home the trophies for Best Actor (Female) in the two categories for OTT movies. Girls Will Be Girls won Best Movie, and Imtiaz Ali was named Best Director (Film) for Amar Singh Chamkila. Kajol's award for Do Patti carried special significance, as her Fanaa director Kunal Kohli noted that she joined an elite list of global actors who have won Best Actor awards across four decades. In the web series segment, Jaideep Ahlawat and Raghav Juyal were adjudged Best Actor (Male) – Critics and Popular, respectively, while Aditi Rao Hydari won the Best Actor (Female) - Popular for Heeramandi. Sunny Kaushal's chilling act in Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba earned him the Best Actor in a Negative Role award. Southern stars made their mark as well. Kani Kusruti, celebrated for her work in multiple projects, was named Versatile Performer of the Year. One of the highlights was when Jyotika, who won Best Supporting Actor (Female) for Dabba Cartel, presented her co-star Nimisha Sajayan the award for Best Actor (Female) – Critics for Poacher – and that too in fluent Marathi, winning cheers from the audience. Kannada star Sriimurali took home the Trailblazer of the Year award for Bagheera, and Priya Mani won Best Actor (Female) in a Comedy for Bhamakaalapam 2. Pradeep Maddali shared the Best Director (Series) for Vikkatakavi with Freedom at Midnight maker Nikkhil Advani, while Neeraj Madhav and Abishek Kumar earned accolades for their performances in Love Under Construction and Thalaivettiyaan Paalayam, respectively. Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar was also honoured for her contributions to Kannada cinema. The evening was filled with nostalgia and camaraderie. The Family Man team of Manoj Bajpayee, Priya Mani, Neeraj Madhav and Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a key role in the show's upcoming season, met up at the event. Manoj also reconnected with filmmaker Sanjay Gupta and surprised Nimisha Sajayan with words of admiration for her work. While Rana Daggubati couldn't make it due to an injury on the sets of Rana Naidu Season 2, wife Miheeka Daggubati accepted the Best Talk Show Host award on his behalf for The Rana Daggubati Show. The night was filled with unforgettable moments, from Anupam Kher mesmerising the audience with a live masterclass, performing a scene from his 1984 film Saaransh, to Raghav Juyal setting the stage on fire with his signature slow-motion dance. Aditi Rao Hydari captivated everyone with a soulful rendition of Lag Jaa Gale, while Abishek Kumar had the crowd in splits with his hilarious roast of the hosts. The OTTplay Awards 2025 is co-presented by Real Juice and Kuhl, powered by StockGro, and held in association with HT City, with Zoom as the TV broadcast partner. Flipkart Spoyl is the exclusive style partner, D Pauls the travel partner, Amante the premium lingerie partner, and Propshop the real estate partner. Aussie Lamb and Krishiinet Fiber join as special partners, UDigital as the ISP and IPTV partner, and Hyperlink as the event partner.
NDTV
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ali Fazal To Play Paparazzo In Upcoming Dark Dramedy
New Delhi: Not only has Ali Fazal carved a niche in the Hindi film industry, but he has been achieving milestones in the West as well. He has also been playing an inspiring role as a producer by backing women-led narratives. The recent one is Suchi Talati's Girls Will Be Girls which premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. Now, the latest developments suggest that Ali Fazal is all set to embrace the Paparazzi culture, as he essays the role of a photographer in an upcoming black dramedy. It will be a deep dive into the current trend of celebrity photographers who have become the talk of the town. The sources further revealed that the writing for the film is now in its final stages. The final draft will be ready soon and Ali will also begin with his prep. It will be in the dark dramedy genre, set against the backdrop of the entertainment industry in Mumbai. A source close to the development shared, "Ali has always chosen unconventional roles, and this one is no different. The film is a very unique and is a different take to shed light on the behind-the-scenes reality of paparazzi culture. The script is nearly final and the pre-production is expected to start in a few months with the project expected to go on floors end of 2025". On the work front, Ali Fazal has Thug Life and Lahore 1947 to look forward to this year. Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha were also blessed with a baby girl on July 16, 2024. They named her Zuneyra Ida Fazal.
