A Seoul court sentenced a Chinese national to 20 years in prison for leading a hacking ring that stole over 38 billion won (US$27.3 million) from wealthy South Koreans, including BTS member Jungkook.

The leader of an overseas hacking ring, identified as a Chinese national, was sentenced to 20 years in prison by the Seoul Central District Court for stealing over 38 billion won by targeting wealthy individuals, including BTS' Jungkook.

Jungkook of BTS has become the first Asian solo artist to have three songs surpass 1.2 billion streams on Spotify, with his collaboration 'Left and Right' with Charlie Puth reaching the milestone.

A sunscreen product featured by BTS member Suga in a recent vlog has garnered significant attention after it was also spotted in content featuring fellow members Jimin and Jungkook.

The music video for BTS's 2020 track 'Life Goes On,' directed by Jungkook, has officially exceeded 600 million views on YouTube.

A woman who allegedly rang BTS star Jungkook's doorbell 133 times was arrested in December while attempting to enter his home and may now face deportation.

A Chinese man, alleged to be the ringleader of a hacking group whose victims include BTS megastar Jungkook, has been extradited to South Korea.

Jungkook of BTS has made history by garnering 7 billion streams on Spotify for his debut solo album, 'Golden,' becoming the first Asian artist to reach this milestone with a solo release.

BTS member Jungkook issued an apology to fans during a recent one-hour livestream, addressing discomfort caused by a previous livestream he conducted in February.

BTS member Jungkook has sparked widespread speculation and excitement regarding a potential musical collaboration with Indian singer Arijit Singh.

With BTS’ full-group comeback less than two weeks away, Chinese fan communities have recently announced large-scale promotional campaigns that will dominate some of Seoul’s most visible digital billboards. Jungkook’s official Chinese fan club said it will broadcast a congratulatory video for the singer’s comeback on the 60-meter landmark megascreen at the Koreana Hotel in central Seoul from March 20 to 22. Chinese fan club Baidu V Bar has planned an even larger campaign for V, securing the massi

A Brazilian national has been indicted and detained on stalking charges after repeatedly visiting the home of BTS' Jungkook, authorities said Wednesday. According to the Seoul Western District Prosecutors’ Office, the woman in her 30s was indicted Friday on charges of violating the Anti-Stalking Act and trespassing. She allegedly visited Jungkook’s residence around 20 times over the course of a month starting on Dec. 7, 2025, rang his doorbell hundreds of times and left notes and other items at

Jungkook was singing and drinking with his friends in an 88-minute livestream which has since been pulled from the fan communication platform, Weverse.

A Chinese national in South Korea has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for hacking the accounts of K-pop stars, including BTS's Jungkook, and other individuals.

Jungkook of BTS has surpassed 1.5 billion streams on Spotify with his solo single 'Standing Next to You,' marking his second solo song to reach this milestone.

BTS member Jungkook has reached 1.5 billion streams for the second time, while Cortis also hit the 1 billion mark on Spotify. These achievements highlight their continued success on the streaming platform.

BTS member Jungkook revealed the personal struggles he faces despite his confident public appearances, stating he often feels like he is 'dying' backstage.

Jungkook of the K-pop group BTS has made history by becoming the first Asian artist to surpass 3 billion streams on Spotify with his solo single 'Seven (feat. Latto),' which currently ranks at No. 64 on the platform's most streamed singles chart.

BTS member Jungkook has become the first Korean singer to be included in the US educational book series 'Brain Candy Books' for elementary school children, which highlights his childhood, musical journey, and global influence.

BTS returned to the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s Global Excl. US chart, after a week one rung below, with “Swim,” according to the latest chart dated May 16.

Jungkook of BTS has been selected as the subject of a US educational book series for elementary school students, becoming the first Korean singer to be featured in the publication by Capstone.

BTS member Jungkook issued an apology for his conduct during a recent live stream, ahead of the group's upcoming Arirang world tour.

With K-pop group BTS set to embark on their highly anticipated Arirang world tour, CNA Lifestyle spoke with a few ARMYs who are planning to catch Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V and Jungkook at…

K-pop superstars BTS will release their highly anticipated album, Arirang, on Mar 20. RM, Suga, J-Hope, Jin, Jungkook, V and Jimin will then embark on the Arirang world tour from Apr 9.

BTS member Jungkook has ignited controversy after appearing in a late-night livestream in which he used profanity and voiced frustration with his agency, Hybe, only to later post a selfie promising to “work really hard” for the group’s upcoming comeback. The abrupt shift in tone has left fans divided and raised broader questions about the pressures facing one of K-pop’s biggest global stars. On Feb. 26, Jungkook broadcast live for about 90 minutes on Weverse, Hybe’s fan platform, while drinking

Jimin of BTS passed 2.3 billion plays on Spotify with his solo single “Who,” a first for an Asian solo artist without a featured collaborator. “Who” is the main track from his second solo set “Muse,” which also reached a milestone of 3.8 billion plays, also a first for a Korean-language solo effort. Jimin rolled out the album in July 2024, charting 33 weeks on Billboard’s Hot 100, in the longest run for a K-pop solo singer at the time, peaking at No. 12. Meanwhile, Jungkook went past 2.8 billion

The primary perpetrator in the hacking case targeting BTS member Jungkook has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. The court noted the individual showed no sincere remorse for the crime.

BTS member Jeon Jungkook shared an inspiring quote about the importance of effort, stating that one will regret not putting in the work someday.

Na Hong-jin's film 'Hope' features a quiet Haenam village in a starring role, and has recently been watched by Jungkook, who shared his verdict on the movie.

Canadian rapper Drake recently followed BTS member Jungkook on Instagram, leading fans to speculate about a potential musical collaboration between the two artists.

A BTS fan who rang Jungkook's doorbell 133 times over two months has received a suspended sentence for her actions and now faces deportation.

Jungkook of the K-pop group BTS has reached his 150th week on Spotify’s Weekly Top Songs Global Chart with his hit song 'Seven (Feat. Latto),' marking a significant achievement for an Asian solo artist.

A controversy has erupted over the FIFA 2026 World Cup song 'Dreamers,' with fans criticizing BigHit Music for crediting BTS alongside Jungkook, arguing it diminishes his solo achievement.

A suspected leader of a Chinese hacking ring, accused of stealing over 38 billion won ($25.4 million) from bank and cryptocurrency accounts, was extradited from Bangkok to Korea on Wednesday.

Speculation is rife among fans as rumors suggest a potential musical collaboration between K-pop star Jungkook and Indian singer Arijit Singh.

Members of the K-pop group BTS shared emotional insights into their military service and the truth behind their "Arirang" comeback, which has now topped Apple Music's global albums chart in 115 countries.

Jungkook of BTS set fans abuzz after uploading a 14-second clip of his performance Sunday. To the tune of Bbno$'s “Two,” he demonstrated dance skills, including leg swipes.

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