How BTS’ Tabloid-Defying NORMAL Smashed the Spotify Record
Global pop powerhouses BTS have once again fundamentally altered the landscape of the modern music industry. The group has smashed the all-time…
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20 Underdog Anime That Quietly Outshined the Industry’s Biggest Hits
Every anime season arrives with a few heavily promoted titles expected to dominate the conversation. Backed by major studios, recognizable franchises, and…
Netflix Confirms $587 Million Acquisition of Ben Affleck’s AI Startup InterPositive, Says AI Will Give Filmmakers “Better Tools” Instead of Replacing Them
Netflix has officially confirmed that it paid approximately $587 million in cash to acquire InterPositive, the artificial intelligence startup founded by actor…
Shigeru Miyamoto Reveals Super Mario World Is One of His Two Favorite Mario Games, Says It Marked His Mastery of 2D Mario
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto has revealed the two Mario games that impressed him the most during his decades-long career, offering fans a…
18 Best Anime on Netflix You Can Watch Right Now, Ranked
Netflix has become one of the most popular destinations for anime fans, offering everything from timeless classics to modern award-winning hits. While…
Nintendo Reveals Japan’s Top Switch 2 and Switch eShop Games for the First Half of 2026, with Pokémon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life Taking No. 1
Nintendo has released its official Japan eShop best-seller rankings for the first half of 2026, highlighting the most downloaded digital games across…
Grotesqqque Hits Japanese Theaters on November 6, 2026 as Evangelion Director Atsushi Nishigori Returns With Original Anthology
Original anime films are becoming increasingly rare in an industry dominated by franchise adaptations, but Grotesqqque is shaping up to be one…
Solo Leveling and Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint System Sync Pop-Up Announced for NYC Ahead of Anime NYC 2026
The worlds of Solo Leveling and Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint are coming together in New York City this summer through a special fan…
Bungo Stray Dogs WAN! Season 2 English Dub Is Now Streaming on Crunchyroll: Cast, Crew & More
Fans of Kafka Asagiri and Sango Harukawa’s Bungo Stray Dogs have something to look forward to this July. On July 16, 2026,…
Kaiju Girl Caramelise English Dub Is Now Streaming on Crunchyroll: Cast, Crew, Story, and Release Details
Crunchyroll has expanded its lineup of summer 2026 English dubs with the release of Kaiju Girl Caramelise. The first dubbed episode premiered…
MAPPA’s CONTRAIL Creates Animated Brand Film for NAMICS’ 80th Anniversary
MAPPA’s animation label CONTRAIL has released a new animated brand film for NAMICS to celebrate the Niigata-based company’s 80th anniversary. Titled Sono…
I’m Dating a Dark Summoner TV Anime Reveals First Teaser Trailer Ahead of October Premiere
Fans of I’m Dating a Dark Summoner have their first look at the upcoming anime adaptation. The series has released its first…
Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers Reveals New Hero Visual Ahead of Cour 2
Fans of Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers have another reason to get excited as the anime has unveiled a new character visual featuring Gai,…
Mebius Dust Shares Creditless Opening and Ending Videos Featuring Theme Songs by Leo Ieiri and Ai Tomioka
Fans of Mebius Dust can now enjoy the anime’s opening and ending sequences without any on-screen credits. The production has released creditless…
Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising to Screen First Five Minutes in Theaters Ahead of August Premiere
The upcoming anime film Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie: Walpurgisnacht: Rising will offer moviegoers an early preview ahead of its theatrical…
Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia English Dub Debuts on Crunchyroll With Full Cast and Crew Reveal
Crunchyroll has announced the English dub release for Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia, with the first two episodes set to premiere on…
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3 English Dub Confirms Release Date, Returning Cast, and Staff
Crunchyroll has revealed the English dub release schedule, voice cast, and production staff for Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3, giving international…
Witch Hat Atelier Creator and Lead Star Reflect on the Anime’s Big Anime Expo 2026 Debut
Witch Hat Atelier creators Kamome Shirahama and Rena Motomura, the Japanese voice actor for protagonist Coco, spoke about the anime adaptation during…
Jun Ji Hyun Reflects on Her Big Screen Return in “Colony” and Her Philosophy on Personal Growth
Top South Korean actress Jun Ji Hyun recently participated in an exclusive photo shoot and interview for the August issue of Harper’s…
TXT’s Yeonjun Dominates 2026 Charts by Securing Record-Breaking First-Week Album Sales with “NO LABELS: PART 02”
TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) member Yeonjun has officially set a monumental personal milestone and established a major industry benchmark with his latest…
TOMORROW X TOGETHER Launching Third VR Concert: ENDLESS RIDE
TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) has officially announced their third virtual reality concert experience, “TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR CONCERT: ENDLESS RIDE,” produced in…
Doh Kyung Soo In Talks to Star in New Webtoon-Based Human Comedy Drama “We Are the Zombie”
EXO member and acclaimed actor Doh Kyung Soo (D.O.) may soon be returning to the small screen in an unconventional new project.…
Musical Actors Bae Na Ra and Han Jae Ah Officially Announce Wedding Preparations
In delightful news for fans of the Korean theater and television entertainment world, acclaimed musical actors Bae Na Ra and Han Jae…
Actress Seo Yea Ji Enters a New Chapter by Signing with B.Wave Entertainment
In exciting news for Korean entertainment fans, acclaimed actress Seo Yea Ji has officially found a new management home. On July 16,…
EVAN Opens Up About His Solo Transition in Debut Documentary Teaser
Solo artist EVAN (formerly Heeseung of ENHYPEN) has offered fans an intimate look into his creative evolution through the release of a…
GIRLSET Shifts Genres with Vibrant Hyperpop Single “CHAT” Ahead of Debut Studio Album
Global girl group GIRLSET has officially made their return with the release of their high-energy new single “CHAT,” serving as a pre-release…
Gong Yoo Announces First-Ever Asia Fan Meeting Tour “The Long Take”
Acclaimed actor Gong Yoo is preparing to connect with his international fanbase on a whole new scale. On July 16, 2026, his…
Wonwoo Gifts Fans the Heartfelt Solo Track Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter on His 30th Birthday
In a moving celebration of his milestone 30th birthday, SEVENTEEN member Wonwoo released a brand-new special solo track titled “Spring, Summer, Fall,…
EA Executive Sees Big Opportunity for In-Game Ads, Says They Should Be Built In Early to “Feel More Native”
Electronic Arts believes in-game advertising could become a larger part of game development as publishers search for new ways to monetize modern…
Saber Interactive CBO Hints at 2028 Release Window for Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Remake
The long-awaited Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake may finally have its first tentative release window. Saber Interactive’s newly appointed…