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India Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Blackpink headlines YG's 2025 Blueprint featuring Treasure, BabyMonster, new rookies
YG Entertainment released its first 2025 interview video, featuring producer Yang Hyun-suk outlining plans to boost Blackpink, Baby Monster, and Treasure's activities, while accelerating new artist debuts following the release of Blackpink's world tour May 26, YG Entertainment shared its first interview video of the year, titled on its official blog. In the video, executive producer Yang Hyun-suk shared the new master plan that aimed at expanding the activities of major artists and the debut of new talent to shape the second half of his first appearance in seven months, Yang Hyun-suk thrilled global music fans by hinting, 'After a long time, Blackpink will be meeting with fans. Although we don't have a confirmed date yet, news about Blackpink's new song will also be announced soon.' Earlier on Friday, a 30-second promo for the upcoming world tour was shared on Blackpink's official YouTube channel. The video featured a bold metallic synth drone that set the tone as 3D letters emerged from a pool of pink glitter with a single striking drumbeat, glitter vanishes as it reveals the word 'DEADLINE.' Baby Monster is also set to launch into a packed promotional schedule. Kicking off with the pre-release single 'Hot Sauce' on July 1, the group will follow up with a second single in September and a mini album on October 1, marking a non-stop comeback streak. 'Hot Sauce' will be their first new track in about eight months after the release of their full-length album 'DIRP' in November Yang Hyun-suk described the track as 'a hip-hop song inspired by the mid to late 1980s.' He shared, 'It's incredibly catchy, and I am releasing it as a summer gift with hopes that fans will have a great time. I was curious to see what it would be like for Baby Monster, who are just teenagers, to perform a retro hip-hop track from 40 years ago, and the result exceeded expectations.'Treasure is also gearing up to release a new mini album on September 1. Director Yang expressed his commitment to the group, saying, 'I'll do my best to support Treasure in releasing more than two albums a year and maintaining consistent interactions with their fans.' After their comeback, the group will kick off a new world tour beginning in October. Additionally, director Yang revealed that YG currently has two new boy groups and two girl groups in preparation, with plans to debut a new boy group next year. One girl group, already finalised as a four-member team, is expected to debut later as focus remains on Baby Monster through videos of the upcoming girl group will begin to release on May 28, following Baby Monster's pre-debut model. 'I hope you'll judge their skills as they are, through what you see and hear,' said director Blackpink's new song and world tour kicking off July 5, Baby Monster's July single and October mini-album, and Treasure's September comeback and October tour, YG is gearing up for a packed second half of
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Korea Herald
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
[Exclusive Interview] TikTok becomes K-pop's launchpad: BTS, Blackpink lead the way
The platform's 'Stecu' challenge shows how Southeast Asian trends are shaping K-pop content strategies SINGAPORE — TikTok, the short-form video platform owned by ByteDance, is expanding its influence in the music industry — evolving from a space for streaming songs to an active driver of discovery and promotion. In K-pop especially, the platform partners with idols and creators to fuel fan-driven engagement and cross-cultural momentum that goes beyond traditional chart metrics. The Korea Herald recently spoke with Christo Putra, Southeast Asia music and artist partnership lead at TikTok APAC, about how the platform is deploying its strategy in the region and the results so far. 'Top-tier artists like BTS' Jin and J-Hope have (recently) used TikTok to prerelease music and engage global fans,' said Putra during a video interview in Singapore on May 12. 'Prerelease strategies on TikTok aim to generate early buzz through fan-created content, increase anticipation and drive prestream momentum.' J-Hope first unveiled his digital single 'Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)' during his solo world tour 'Hope on the Stage' in Seoul on Feb. 28. While fans eagerly awaited the official release on March 7, the track was already available exclusively on TikTok for seven days starting from the date of the Seoul concert. As of May 10, TikTok videos using 'Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)' had surpassed 144,000. With a portion of the track released on TikTok at 11 p.m. on Feb. 28, users uploaded an average of about 14,000 videos per day using the track's audio. Blackpink's Rose also partnered with TikTok for a multimedia campaign titled '#rosie' to mark the release of her first solo album "rosie" in December. Through the platform, fans gained access to exclusive content and interactive experiences tailored to deepen engagement. This success is attributed to TikTok's suite of music-focused features, including exclusive microsites, profile frames, music-based challenges and in-app rewards — all designed to help artists creatively engage fans before official releases. But TikTok's strategy in music goes beyond collaborations with renowned K-pop stars. According to Putra, TikTok's real strength lies in organic music discovery driven by user creativity rather than chart rankings. Some K-pop tracks, especially in Southeast Asia, which is home to one of the genre's most passionate and loyal fanbases, have gone viral or enjoyed renewed popularity thanks to the platform. Notable examples include Treasure's 'Darari,' Enhypen's 'Polaroid Love,' Dynamic Duo's 'AEAO' and Illit's 'Magnetic.' In 2022, 'Darari' — originally a B-side — surpassed 2 million global TikTok uses, with its momentum further boosted after Treasure met the viral dance creator during their tour in Indonesia. In 2023, Dynamic Duo's 'AEAO' experienced a resurgence that began in the Philippines. Meanwhile, Enhypen's 'Polaroid Love' went viral again through a TikTok Valentine's campaign. Illit's 'Magnetic,' prereleased on TikTok in 2024, saw early buzz fueled by widely shared video templates in Southeast Asia. 'Such examples illustrate how even previously overlooked tracks can find new life on TikTok and go viral through dance trends, memes or fan edits,' Putra said. 'This kind of resurgence not only boosts streaming, but also generates global interest in artists beyond their domestic markets.' As TikTok evolves into a hub for music discovery and promotion, its core focus remains the identification, cultivation and amplification of music trends. A recent success was 'Stecu,' a song that debuted in Indonesia in March. With its upbeat rhythm and easy-to-follow dance, 'Stecu' began gaining momentum in search results in April. TikTok pitched it to over 30 popular creators as well as K-pop idols such as Ive, NCT Wish, Boynextdoor and TWS. Within a week, they uploaded over 20 videos, fueling the 'Stecu' challenge to generate 1.5 to 2 million search views per day. 'TikTok is encouraging cross-cultural exchanges, as seen in the 'Stecu' challenge, a campaign with Indonesian artists that went viral and drew participation from Korean idols at fan demand,' said Putra. 'The company launches localized creator activations and fan engagement events across markets to build a stronger artist-fan ecosystem.' Putra added, 'Southeast Asia's deep embrace of K-pop stems from strong cultural resonance. The region has rich traditions in music and dance, and K-pop naturally blends into everyday life — whether in food courts, malls or fashion trends. The high degree of social media connectivity only accelerates this integration.'
Time Out
05-05-2025
- Time Out
Six NSW hotels were just crowned the best in Australia, including one hidden gem
Sydney has no shortage of stellar hotels. We've got our favourites, and so do you, with millions of travellers rating their top picks in Tripadvisor's annual Travellers' Choice: Best of the Best Hotel Awards. The 2025 rankings have just dropped, and 25 Aussie hotels scored a shout-out, with six of them right here in New South Wales. In exciting news, one charming regional gem in Orange even took out the win this year! To compile its best hotel rankings, Tripadvisor sifts through millions of traveller reviews from the platform's 1.6 million listings over the past 12 months. It also ranks the top picks in categories, including luxury, boutique, B&Bs, family-friendly, pet-friendly and all-inclusive. Leading the way as Australia's highest-rated overall hotel for 2025 is Quest Orange, which currently has a stellar 4.9-star rating from more than 440 reviews. Time Out Sydney's Food & Drink Editor, Avril Treasure, recently stayed at this regional gem during Orange Food Week – Australia's longest-running regional food festival – and gave it her stamp of approval. Treasure says, 'Quest Orange has 77 room options, ranging from studios to one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments – making it an ideal and affordable option whether you're travelling solo for fun or work, on a friend's trip, or away with the gang on a family holiday. 'It's walking distance to the centre of town, so the only driving you'll need to do is to the nearby wineries. Got a furry best friend? Quest also lets you bring your dog – just be sure to let them know when booking. As well as the modern, clean and light-filled rooms, I'm also a fan of the complimentary fruit and tea on arrival.' (Heading to Orange? We recommend hitting up Hey Rosey – winner of Time Out Sydney's Best Destination Award 2025 – while you're there.) Recently crowned one of the most beautiful places on Earth, Lord Howe Island is home to NSW's second-highest-rated hotel and the seventh best in Australia. With an impressive 4.9-star rating, Pinetree Lodge is loved by travellers for its easy beach access, lush walkways and beautiful cottages. Other NSW hotels to crack the top 25 include Quest North Sydney (11th), Black Gold Motel in the Blue Mountains (14th), Quest Bella Vista (21st) and The Grace Sydney (25th). You can find the full list of highest-rated Aussie hotels below, or browse through the other categories here. These are the 25 best hotels in Australia, according to TripAdvisor Quest Orange, NSW MACq 01 Hotel, TAS The Reef House Adults Retreat Palm Cove, QLD Quest South Perth Foreshore, WA Mount Lofty House and Estate Adelaide Hills, SA Emporium Hotel South Bank, QLD Pinetrees Lodge, Lord Howe Island, NSW Quest Perth Ascot, WA Treasury On Collins, VIC Royal Mail Hotel, VIC Quest North Sydney, NSW Zagame's House, VIC Kingsford Smith Motel, QLD Black Gold Motel, NSW Quest on Dorcas, VIC The Henry Jones Art Hotel, TAS Deco Hotel Canberra, ACT Goonoo Goonoo Station, VIC Laneways By Ovolo, VIC Avani Broadbeach Gold Coast Residences, QLD Quest Bella Vista, NSW East Hotel, ACT Quest Echuca, VIC Element on Coolum Beach, QLD The Grace Sydney, NSW
See - Sada Elbalad
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Rachel Zegler to Star Alongside Marisa Tomei in Movie "She Gets It From Me"
Yara Sameh Rachel Zegler has lined her first film after 'Snow White' and is set to play the daughter of Marisa Tomei's wild-living mother in the comedy drama 'She Gets It From Me.' The film is directed by Julia von Heinz ('Treasure' and Germany's 2021 Oscar submission 'And Tomorrow the Entire World'), with Embankment launching global pre-sales in Cannes. Based on a true story, 'She Gets It From Me' follows Nicky (Zegler), whose engagement celebration turns into a search for her pill-popping, ex-punk rocker birth mother, Charlotte (Tomei). Together, the two embark on an anarchic mother-and-daughter journey to reconnect. The film's synopsis reads: 'YouTube is packed with tearful family reunions, but nobody films the messy aftermath.' 3311 Productions ('The Assistant,' 'Brigsby Bear,' 'Table 19') produces in partnership with Anna Werner for Seven Elephants ('And Tomorrow the Entire World,' 'Sun and Concrete,' 'Treasure') and Jay Reiss (Tony Award winning 'The Twenty Fifth Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,' 'The Oranges'), who also wrote the script. Embankment Films handles international sales with CAA representing U.S. rights. 'The emotional truth of the movie, reflecting parts of all our lives, is truly funny, immersive cinema,' said von Heinz. 'Jay's screenplay captures family dynamics at their most authentic: absurd yet profound, messy yet meaningful. The collision of two worlds creates comedy that cuts deep because it's so honest.' Added producer Jen Dana from 3311: 'Rachel always brings a brilliant depth and humanity to her roles, and we are so excited for her to continue to showcase her versatility and humor as an actress.' Zegler has been on a steep trajectory since breaking out in Steven Spielberg's 'West Side Story' adaptation (for which she won a Golden Globe), appearing in 'The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes' and, most recently, as the famed princess in the live-action 'Snow White.' She was recently announced as leading 'Evita' at the London Palladium. The Oscar winning and three-time nominee Tomei, meanwhile, continues to mix both indie and studio work, known for portraying May Parker in the Marvel Cinematic Universe alongside recent films including the Berlinale-bowing 'She Came to Me' and Prime Video rom-com 'Upgraded.' read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Time Out
01-05-2025
- Time Out
A surprising regional gem just claimed the title of Australia's best hotel for 2025
Australia's highest-rated hotel isn't in Sydney or Melbourne – or even Perth, Brisbane, the Gold Coast or any major city, for that matter. It's tucked away in Orange, a charming regional gem in New South Wales known for its fine wine, fresh air and stunning scenery. The ranking comes straight from millions of real travellers who voted in Tripadvisor's 2025 Travellers' Choice: Best of the Best Hotel Awards. These annual awards spotlight properties that received the highest number of "above-and-beyond" customer reviews across the platform's 1.6 million listings over the past 12 months, and also rank the best in categories, including luxury, boutique, B&Bs, family-friendly, pet-friendly and all-inclusive. Leading the way as Australia's highest-rated overall hotel is Quest Orange, which currently has a stellar 4.9-star rating from more than 440 reviews. Time Out Sydney's Food & Drink Editor, Avril Treasure, recently stayed at this regional gem during Orange Food Week – Australia's longest-running regional food festival – and gave it her stamp of approval. Treasure says, 'Quest Orange has 77 room options, ranging from studios to one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments – making it an ideal and affordable option whether you're travelling solo for fun or work, on a friend's trip, or away with the gang on a family holiday. 'It's walking distance to the centre of town, so the only driving you'll need to do is to the nearby wineries. Got a furry best friend? Quest also lets you bring your dog – just be sure to let them know when booking. As well as the modern, clean and light-filled rooms, I'm also a fan of the complimentary fruit and tea on arrival.' (Heading to Orange? We recommend hitting up Hey Rosey – winner of Time Out Sydney's Best Destination Award 2025 – while you're there.) Australia's second-highest-rated hotel in the Tripadvisor awards is the spectacular MACq01, which sits on prime real estate in Hobart's stunning waterfront district. It boasts an impressive 4.8-star rating from more than 3,200 reviews, and I also awarded it five stars after my stay in mid-2024. MACq 01 is proud to be Australia's first 'storytelling' hotel and immerses you in its narrative from the moment you arrive. The hotel's 114 rooms and suites are each named after a prominent Tasmanian personality, sharing stories of Hobart's colourful past to the present day. Guests particularly love MACq 01's seafood-focused Old Wharf Restaurant and award-winning Evolve Spirits Bar, which doubles as a fascinating fossil museum. Rounding out the top three was The Reef House Adults Retreat Palm Cove, which was recently crowned the country's top luxury hotel in the Australian Tourism Awards. It was also voted Tripadvisor's best hotel in Australia and the South Pacific in 2024. Want to see which other Aussie hotels cracked the top 25 this year? Check out the full Australian list below, or browse through the other categories here. These are the 25 best hotels in Australia, according to TripAdvisor Quest Orange, NSW MACq 01 Hotel, TAS The Reef House Adults Retreat Palm Cove, QLD Quest South Perth Foreshore, WA Mount Lofty House and Estate Adelaide Hills, SA Emporium Hotel South Bank, QLD Pinetrees Lodge, Lord Howe Island, NSW Quest Perth Ascot, WA Treasury On Collins, VIC Royal Mail Hotel, VIC Quest North Sydney, NSW Zagame's House, VIC Kingsford Smith Motel, QLD Black Gold Motel, NSW Quest on Dorcas, VIC The Henry Jones Art Hotel, TAS Deco Hotel Canberra, ACT Goonoo Goonoo Station, VIC Laneways By Ovolo, VIC Avani Broadbeach Gold Coast Residences, QLD Quest Bella Vista, NSW East Hotel, ACT Quest Echuca, VIC Element on Coolum Beach, QLD The Grace Sydney, NSW
