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K-pop & Celebrity: Lee Jong-suk’s new drama Paradise adds Park Ji-hyun as the female lead, just days after his breakup with IU was confirmed by both agencies. Music Industry: J.Y. Park ends a six-year summer hiatus with reggae-leaning single “WET,” set for July 23 and chosen as the theme song for Waterbomb 2026 in Seoul and Busan. Fandom Culture: A Korean YouTuber apologized after a surprise visit to Jennie’s agency sparked backlash for mimicking “sasaeng” behavior. Global Music Sales: Luminate’s midyear report says BTS’ Arirang powered a US physical-album surge, with K-pop taking 8 of the Top 10 CD spots in the first half of 2026. Arts & Events: Disney’s Frozen musical heads to Korea next month with a K-pop-influenced vocal style and local casting focus. Tourism & Accessibility: Korea’s tourism agency runs a barrier-free travel initiative with Big Ocean, spotlighting sign-language tours and wheelchair-friendly cultural stops. Sports (Arts-adjacent): Korea’s K League derbies get a culture-focused spotlight, showing how rival cities turn football into identity rituals.

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Jul. 13, 2026

Seoul Pavilion closes VivaTech 2026 with deals, awards and investor interest

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izna announces first concert tour with Seoul kickoff in September

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