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Time Out Abu Dhabi
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out Abu Dhabi
The UAE's first K-pop academy is coming to Abu Dhabi (and it's completely free)
K-Pop stans, you're going to want to drop everything and start practising your best idol impression. For the first time ever, a proper K-Pop training workshop is landing in Abu Dhabi – and it's giving serious idol bootcamp energy. From August 20 to 22, Dee Studio will transform into a K-Pop academy thanks to a collab between the Korean Cultural Center and South Korea's Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA) – the same powerhouse that helped train stars from SEVENTEEN, ZEROBASEONE and Kwon Eunbi. Yeah. So casual. The free workshop – dubbed Kpop Academy X DIMA Dream School – isn't just about copying choreography in front of a mirror. You'll get the full K-Pop trainee treatment, with sessions in dance, vocals and even video production, led by actual professors and student artists from DIMA. What's on the setlist? Expect to learn routines from absolute bangers like BTS' I Need You, BLACKPINK's Jump and NewJeans' Super Shy. There will also be songs from the Netflix animation K-Pop Demon Hunters – because why not throw in a fantasy twist while we're at it? Each day of the workshop is tailored to different age groups – so whether you're a kid, teen, or adult who's always wanted to master a hair flick and hit those high notes, it's time to live that idol fantasy. Full schedule (mark your calendars) Wednesday, August 20 (Youth) Dance: 1pm-3pm – HUNTR/X and BTS Vocal: 3pm-4.30pm – HUNTR/X and BTS Thursday, August 21 (Adults) Dance: 1pm-3pm – BLACKPINK Vocal: 3pm-4.30pm – BTS Friday, August 22 (Kids) Sessions will focus on performance and video production – perfect for mini-idols-in-training who want to get behind the camera too. Apart from being an absolute dream come true for UAE's K-Pop fanbase, this marks DIMA's first official visit to the UAE capital. And honestly? It's about time. With K-Pop's growing grip on the region, this workshop is a major moment for the Hallyu wave in the Middle East. So, if you've got dreams of joining your bias on stage (or just want to dance like no one's watching), this is your sign to sign up. Free event. Aug 20-22, 1-4.30pm. More things to do in Abu Dhabi Everything happening in Abu Dhabi in 2025 From new openings to big events, this is shaping up to be quite a year A dazzling meteor shower will be visible in the UAE tonight These are the best places to watch it Abu Dhabi's best restaurants: Everywhere you should eat at least once Your dinner inspo is sorted
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taeyang's Solo Fan Bash: Seoul feels, laughter, and surprise dance battles!
Big Bang Taeyang's first solo fan meeting When The Sun Rises-Fans Shine Brighter What happens when a K-pop legend steps onto the stage alone for the first time in 19 years? Magic, mayhem, and memories, that's what. On July 26, 2025, Taeyang turned Seoul's Blue Square into his personal playground-no filter, no script, just pure connection. The title "01" stood for eternity, but by the end of the night, even eternity felt too short for the fun everyone had. The Legendary "Random Play Dance" Mishap Here comes your scoop-worthy, laugh-out-loud moment: In the middle of heartfelt talking, Taeyang and host Mimiminu suddenly announced a "Random Play Dance" challenge. The catch? Fans would pick any of Taeyang's (or even OTHER idols') songs, and he had to instantly bust the choreo. Easy for a pro? Not quite. When the fanbase shouted for Taeyang to do NewJeans' "Super Shy" (yep, the viral one!), Taeyang straight up froze-and after a moment's panic, did his best wobbly cover. He threw in signature "winking" moves, shook his shoulders, and ended up giggling so hard he had to sit down, gasping, "Aisa dance toh maine kabhi nahi kiya!" (Translation: "Never danced like this, yaar!") The crowd lost it. There were roars, people practically rolling in their seats, and even Taeyang broke character: "Next time, I'll practice NewJeans at home for you." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo It was the kind of adorable chaos that only happens when an artist lets loose and fans become true co-performers. From meme edits to endless fangirl Tweets, this silly moment became everyone's highlight. The King Of Fans (And Heart!) But it wasn't just about the laughs. Taeyang leapt into the balconies, did a selfie session with the crowd, and hugged a lucky fan plucked right from the audience (who almost fainted but bravely survived). If there's one thing desi fans adore, it's artists who make you feel seen, not just screamed at. By the end, the chants of "saranghae!" and "I love you!" were coming from every seat-no translation needed. Why Seoul's Night Feels So Familiar For young people from Mumbai to Seoul, music is about friendship, drama, and coming-of-age vibes. That night, Taeyang mixed nostalgia with pure goofy energy, showing you're never too old (or too famous) to make a fool of yourself-and have a blast doing it. Fan meetings like this aren't just events; they're invitations to join in, laugh together, and create new stories you'll never forget.
Korea Herald
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
NewJeans hits 400m Spotify streams with ‘New Jeans'
NewJeans recorded a new milestone for 'New Jeans,' which surpassed 400 million streams on Spotify on Sunday, said Ador on Tuesday. It is the group's sixth single to achieve the feat, following 'OMG,' 'Ditto,' 'Super Shy,' 'Hype Boy' and 'Attention.' 'New Jeans,' from the group's second EP 'Get Up,' was dropped in July 2023 ahead of full album release, along with 'Super Shy," one of the three focus tracks. The namesake single hit Spotify's Daily Top Songs Global chart at No. 20 and rose to No. 25 on Billboard's Global 200, while the EP debuted atop Billboard 200. Each member turns into characters inspired by 'The Powerpuff Girls' in the track's music video, which landed atop YouTube's trending video list upon release. The video has amassed over 37 million views over the last two years.
Korea Herald
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
NewJeans log 700m Spotify streams with ‘Super Shy'
'Super Shy' from NewJeans hit the 700 million listens mark on Spotify as of last week, Ador said Monday, citing the platform. This is the third time the group has done so, following 'OMG' and 'Ditto.' 'Super Shy' was unveiled in 2023 as one of the three main tracks from NewJeans' second EP, 'Get Up.' It spent eight weeks on Billboard's Hot 100, peaking at No. 48 and nine on the UK Official Singles Top 100, rising to No. 52. The liquid drum 'n' bass tune was picked as one of the best 25 K-pop songs in 2023 by Billboard magazine. The quintet suspended all activities last week after a South Korean court upheld an injunction request by Ador to prohibit any independent activities. NewJeans have been seeking to leave the agency, citing mistreatment, which led Ador to file a motion for contract verification in December 2024.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
K-pop act NewJeans unveils new identity — and a new name
One of the biggest-selling K-pop acts, NewJeans, has changed its name amid a long-running legal dispute that has gripped South Korea. Speaking exclusively to CNN ahead of Friday's announcement, the five-member group unveiled it will now be known as NJZ. Band member Pham Ngoc Han, who goes by Hanni, said the rebrand was a way of 'turning this rough period of time into something more exciting,' as the group confirmed it will perform under its new name for the first time at the ComplexCon Hong Kong festival in March. The band will also debut a new song at the three-day event. 'We are working a lot to resolve everything so that we can go… back to normal,' Pham said, speaking to CNN in a phone interview. The 20-year-old singer added that the band does not want its legal dispute with record label Ador 'to be the focus of our careers.' NewJeans emerged as one of South Korea's most successful pop acts after storming to the top of the country's charts with debut single 'Attention' in 2022. The band achieved international success less than a year later with EP 'Get Up' (featuring the crossover hit 'Super Shy'), which reached number 1 on the US Billboard 200. In addition to Pham, the group's other members — who go by their given names and are all currently aged under 21 — are Haerin (Kang Haerin), Minji (Kim Minji), Hyein (Lee Hye-in) and Danielle (Danielle Marsh). Thursday's announcement marks the latest twist in an ongoing battle with record label Ador, a subsidiary of Hybe, the K-pop management giant behind acts including BTS. In November, NewJeans staged an emotional press conference in which the group's members announced they were terminating their contract with Ador. They have accused the label of 'manipulation,' 'mistreatment,' 'deliberate miscommunications,' and workplace harassment. Ador has disputed the allegations, as widely reported by local media, and asserted that the band remains under contract. The label has filed a lawsuit against the group and applied for a court injunction that would prevent NJZ from signing advertising deals. In a statement to CNN, Ador said, 'we regret the escalation of this matter to court and believe that most claims advanced by NewJeans members thus far have arisen from misunderstandings.' 'We worry that announcing an unauthorized new group name or engaging in entertainment activities before a legal judgement is reached… could constitute a material breach of the exclusive agency contract,' it added. The group has since begun posting content from a new Instagram account, jeanzforfree, where they recently appealed to fans to suggest a new name. Marsh told CNN the band had 'completely lost all trust at the moment' in Ador and added: 'We believe we will win this battle against Hybe and Ador.' A preliminary court hearing for the injunction has been scheduled for March, with the lawsuit set to be heard in April. In the meantime, NJZ said it is focused on making and performing new music, which Kang described as having a 'very unique and different sound.' 'There's nothing holding us back anymore,' added Pham. The group has previously said its name was a play on words (a double entendre of 'new genes') that also referenced the timeless qualities of a pair of jeans. Marsh said the band spent 'a lot of time' considering fans' suggestions, which included the use of initials, before picking a name that Pham said retained the 'essence' of its original moniker. 'Even though we have to leave our previous name behind us for a bit, we're not fully moving on from it,' Pham said. 'And we don't want to either, because (being NewJeans) was still a very special period of time to us, and it's something that our fans also probably hold really dear.' Friday's announcement may also signify something of a creative rebrand for the group, whose fashion credentials have resulted in an American Vogue shoot and an ambassadorial role at Seoul Fashion Week. Individually, the women are also global ambassadors for some of the world's biggest luxury brands, from Chanel to Louis Vuitton. 'It's definitely going to be very different to what people are familiar (with) … and the image that we debuted with,' said Pham, explaining that the band also wants to 'experiment with different types of performances.' 'Beforehand, we were very focused on being the kind of 'girl next door'… So, we're going for a (look that's) a lot more sharp, a lot more bold,' she added. 'And fashion wise: We love wearing streetwear and non-gendered kind of clothing. I think that concept and aspect is going to play a really strong role in our (new) fashion as well.' CNN's Stephy Chung and Yoonjung Seo contributed to this report. This article has been updated with a statement from Ador.
