[Kpop/POP News]

This week in Kpop/pop news, we’re bringing you the latest updates from Billie Eilish, Plave, Shawn Mendes, IU. Let’s dive into the details and find out what’s been happening!

Billie Eilish Sets Record as Youngest Two-Time Academy Award Winner NEWS

Pop sensation Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell have made history at the 96th Academy Awards by becoming the youngest individuals to win twice. Their win was for the song “What Was I Made For?” from the movie ‘Barbie’, marking their second Oscar win following their 2021 victory for the ‘007: No Time To Die’ theme song. They are the first individuals to secure two Oscars before the age of 30 since Jodie Foster and Hilary Swank.

Virtual Group ‘PLAVE’ Secures First Place on Music Show

On the 9th, the virtual group ‘PLAVE’ achieved a historic first by winning first place on MBC’s ‘Show! Music Core’, a first for a K-pop idol group of its kind. They surpassed strong contenders like Bibi and Lesserafim with their new track ‘WAY 4 LUV’, scoring full marks in both pre-voting and live voting.

Shawn Mendes Teases Comeback

Shawn Mendes has hinted at a new album via his Instagram account, exciting fans with the prospect of new music. This announcement comes two years after Mendes had to cancel a world tour due to health issues, amplifying anticipation for his return.

IU’s World Tour Finale in Seoul

IU’s world tour concluded successfully in Seoul on the 10th with her final concert at the Olympic Park KSPO DOME (Gymnastics Stadium). Spanning over two weeks with four shows, the concert drew in around 60,000 fans. With a star-studded guest lineup including NewJeans, Raye, Le Sserafim, and finally Park Bo Gum, the tour was a hit. IU is set to continue her ‘2024 IU H. E. R. WORLD TOUR CONCERT’ across cities globally, including Yokohama, Taipei, Singapore, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, London, Berlin, Bangkok, Osaka, Newark, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Rosemont, Oakland, and Los Angeles.

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