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Time of India
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Rapper to Hitmaker: Teddy Park's EPIC journey that's shaking up the K-Pop world post 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' success
Tuning an animated film like " K-Pop Demon Hunters" into a hit with music that echoes Blackpink 's energy, that's Teddy Park for you. The elusive producer has a distinct style that permeates tracks without him ever stepping out into the limelight. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans quickly noted his influence in the film's tracks like "Golden" and "How It's Done," crafted with his The Black Label team. His blend of hip-hop, EDM, and catchy hooks mirrors iconic hits such as Blackpink's "Kill This Love" (2019), 2NE1's "I Am The Best" (2011), and BigBang's "Fantastic Baby" (2012) - all his creations. Often likened to pop maestro Max Martin, Teddy has subtly transformed K-pop over a decade into a worldwide sensation. With Blackpink's "Jump" topping charts and his co-ed group Allday Project rising, it's time to decode this puzzle. Who'd guess a former rapper would architect K-pop's bold edge? Teddy's tracks are cultural shifts, like Blackpink's 2022 "Pink Venom," which mixed traditional Korean sounds with hip-hop, echoing his early 1TYM experiment in "Kwaejina Ching Ching" (2000). His trend-spotting, such as adding trap to "Ddu-Du Ddu-Du" (2018) during its US boom, marks him as a pioneer. Music critic Shim Jae-geol of JX United says: "He's able to notice the trendiest elements in global pop and interpret them through his own distinctive lens." From Seoul's Streets to LA Auditions Born Park Hong-jun in Seoul, Teddy's path resembles an inspiring underdog story. He relocated to New York in middle school, absorbing urban influences, and in 1997, auditioned for YG Entertainment founder Yang Hyun-suk in Los Angeles - a pivotal encounter shaping his career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Debuting in 1998 as 1TYM's leader, he introduced raw hip-hop to Korea amid pop dominance. Chart-toppers like "One Love" (2000) and "Hot" (2003), both by him, pioneered the genre until the group's 2006 pause. His fusion of traditional elements with rap laid the groundwork for his producer phase. In a 2009 Starnews Korea interview, he shared being content as a rapper but "even happier as a producer," fitting his behind-the-scenes nature. Beyond YG, he produced hits like Sunmi's "Gashina" (2017), Uhm Jeong-hwa's "D.I.S.C.O" (2008), and featured in Lee Hyo-ri's "Anyclub" (2005). Personally private, he dated actor Han Ye-seul from 2013 to 2016, with 2017 rumours involving Blackpink's Jennie swiftly denied by YG. His stage-to-studio shift underscores that true impact often happens offstage. Becoming Blackpink's Secret Weapon Teddy's producing started with 1TYM's "2nd Round" (2000) and YG tracks, but exploded with 2NE1's 2009 debut. Yang credited him for hits like "Fire" (2009) and "I Am The Best" (2011), plus their fierce image. He boosted BigBang and became integral to Blackpink, with calling him the "fifth member" in a 2020 press event for their documentary, as he knows them deeply. From "How You Like That" (2020) to "Jump," his work forms their core. His edge? Spotting trends, like Brazilian funk in Allday Project's "Famous" or trap in Blackpink's early hits. In 2017, the Korea Music Copyright Association named him top-earning songwriter, with reports indicating high royalties (per Statista data on global songwriters). Yang dubbed him successor in 2015, but Teddy founded The Black Label in 2016 as a YG subsidiary, gaining independence by 2025 with YG's stake at 14.55%. This shows he's not just creating music but building legacies. Going Independent At The Black Label, Teddy nurtures artists like Jeon Somi (2018 signee), BigBang's Taeyang, Blackpink's Rose, and dancer Leejung. He debuted girl group Meovv in September 2024, initially mysterious but succeeding with 2025 EP "My Eyes Open Vvide" and "Hands Up" win via increased media. June 2025 brought mixed-gender Allday Project, using his producer fame for a strong launch with cohesive sound and visuals. Shim notes the mixed setup is novel, but Teddy's aesthetics drive success. As an independent leader, he must establish two rookies. Analyst Lee Hwa-jeong's July 22, 2025 report states time is needed to rival K-pop giants, yet such innovations advance the industry. Teddy's journey inspires creators to innovate beyond boundaries.
Indian Express
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ahead of Ahaan Panday's Saiyaara release, fans recall Ahaan Panday's dance on Shah Rukh Khan song
On Friday, YRF unveiled the teaser of Saiyaara, marking the debut of Ananya Panday's cousin, Ahaan Panday. The teaser instantly reminded many of the time Ahaan wowed the internet with his dance moves at sister Alanna Panday's wedding. Directed by Mohit Suri, the director behind films like Aashiqui 2 and Malang, the 1-minute 15-second teaser showcases Ahaan Panday portraying a brooding rockstar, with scenes highlighting his intense chemistry with Big Girls Don't Cry fame Aneet Padda. While the teaser hints at a passionate love story followed by a heartbreak and redemption, a poetic voiceover by Aneet can be heard explaining the meaning of the word Saiyaara. Also Read | Sikandar: Anurag Kashyap's right; Bollywood is doomed if stars like Salman Khan enable the Snapchat-ification of cinema She says, 'Mujhe tasalli dede jo, who shabd udhaaran dhund raha hai, ek sitara dhund raha hai, dil se yaara dhund raha hai. Saiyaara matlab, taaro mein ek tanha taara. Khud jalke jo roshan karde jag yeh sara. Woh awara dhund raha hai. Dil se yaara dhund raha hai. (A wandering star, symbolising a guiding yet unattainable presence).' Watch teaser here: The teaser drew a flurry of responses, with many recalling the time Ahaan Panday went viral for dancing to Shah Rukh Khan's 'I Am The Best'. A user wrote, 'I first saw him dancing in his sister's wedding and he owns that dancing battle like he knows everything about Bollywood.' Another user commented, 'Confident debut of Ahaan Pandey…His screen presence is so strong…And The Combo Of Mohit Suri & YRF looking Awesome ….BOLLYWOOD WILL SCORE BIG IN 2ND HALF OF 2025.' Ahaan Panday & Karan Mehta perform on the song 'I'm the best' infront of the Man himself ♥️🔥#ShahRukhKhan — Shah Rukh Khan Warriors FAN Club (@TeamSRKWarriors) March 16, 2023 Also Read | Criminal Justice A Family Matter review: Surveen Chawla stands out as Pankaj Tripathi's show goes flat Saiyaara is slated for a theatrical release on July 18.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Ahaan Panday impressed Shah Rukh Khan with his dance to 'I am the Best' at sister Alanna Panday's wedding
Ahaan Panday is making waves after the teaser of his debut film Saiyaara, backed by , dropped online. Fans and celebs alike are praising his striking screen presence. While the internet buzzes with excitement, it brings back memories of his standout moment at sister Alanna Panday's 2023 wedding—where he boldly danced to SRK's hit I Am The Best right in front of the superstar himself, and managed to leave him impressed. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Ahaan's Bold Performance in Front of SRK Joined by actor Karan Mehta, Ahaan Panday brought style and swagger to sister Alanna Panday's wedding in a crisp white shirt and black pants. Stealing the spotlight, he danced to I Am The Best while and watched on, exchanging knowing smiles that said it all. Going Viral with an SRK Monologue Around the same time, Ahaan Panday also grabbed attention for a viral video where he recreated Shah Rukh Khan's iconic 'Ek tarfa pyaar' monologue from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil. In the original scene, SRK delivers a powerful line about unrequited love to , saying, 'Ek tarfa pyaar ki taqat hi kuch aur hoti hai... Sirf mera haq hai iss pe.' Ahaan's heartfelt take on the scene only added to the buzz surrounding his screen presence. Saiyaara Teaser Drops, Ahaan's Big Debut Meanwhile, YRF has dropped the teaser of Saiyaara, an intense love story marking Ahaan Panday's big-screen debut. Starring opposite him is Aneet Padda, who impressed audiences in the series Big Girls Don't Cry. Produced by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani, the film is set to hit theatres on July 18, 2025.
