Ready for ZAPZEE’s Insight? Various idols like EXO D.O, Jackson Wang, Super Junior, TWICE and KARD are set to come back this July, and more of your favorites may just be on the list. New K-Dramas and movies starring Lee Min Ho, Lee Jong Suk, Seo In Guk, Nana, Jang Dong Yoon and more will also impress with their captivating plots, thrilling scenes and melo-love stories. Don’t wait, and check out ZAPZEE’s insights now.
BABYMONSTER
With the success of their tour, the seven baddies of BABYMONSTER heat things up with new release “HOT SAUCE.” With four unique tracks in total, the spicy pre-release track is a bop that tempts fans to await their second mini-album on July 1st.
AHOF
After acing Universe League, these nine surviving finalists will debut as AHOF under F&F Entertainment on July 1st. AHOF is short for “All-time Hall Of Famer,” and the boy group plans on succeeding. Check out their official X for more details about their debut.
MYNAME
MYNAME’s three handsome members will brighten up our world with their VIVID album release on July 2nd. The boys set their sights on Japan and have already flooded their SNS with a colorful array of teaser images you can enjoy here on their official X.
KARD
Co-Ed group card will be releasing their 8th mini-album DRIFT on July 2nd! Being K-Pop’s most successful co-ed act, international fans are eagerly awaiting their releases as the album contains seven uniquely named tracks. You can check their official release and promotional schedules on KARD’s X.
TWS
Pledis group TWS are also beginning their journey into Japan with their 1st single release from their new Japanese album on July 2nd. TWS continue to tease and update fans on their official X after announcing the start of their official tour 24/7: WITH US in Seoul.
EXO D.O
D.O. will release his first solo album BLISS on July 7th! The talented singer prepared various teasers and fans believe he will be one of the most popular solo acts. While the concept is still a mystery, a playful summer song is expected to drop as D.O. sports blond hair and is seen relaxing in a summer vacation home.
Super Junior
Elfs will be pleased as Super Junior continues to go strong after all these years. Starting in August, they announced the ‘Super Show 10’ tour to celebrate their 20 year anniversary and will also release Super Junior 25, their 12th studio album as a gift to fans on July 8th. They welcome fans to “the new era” and posted various solo teaser photos of the members on X.
TWICE
After a successful release in Japan, TWICE are back in Korea with their 4th full studio album THIS IS FOR. Set to release on July 11th, they will also begin their THIS IS FOR world tour in Seoul next month. They released an edgy, chic teaser video with the girls each sporting long black wigs. They stayed busy recording Holy Night: Demon Hunter’s soundtrack as of late.
SF9
Boy group SF9 will speed things up with album LOVE RACE in Japan on July 16th. The group returned with six members after a three-year hiatus and just celebrated their comeback concert this month in Seoul.
xikers
Japan is one lucky country, as another boy group will begin promotions there. Boy group xikers announced their 2nd Japanese single “Up All Night” for their album set to release on July 16th. The city’s punk and moody vibes in the teaser have heightened Japanese fans’ expectations!
NEXZ
Boy group NEXZ also planned to dominate Japan in One Bite – the title for their 2nd Japanese EP which they will also release on July 16th. The group concept also showcases a dark, edge city punk concept and may stir up a battle between them and xikers.
Jackson Wang
Jackson has become such a sensational soloist and his last album MAGIC MAN was a force to reckon with. Jackson will return with album MAGIC MAN 2, releasing a full album on July 18th. Him and EXO D.O. are anticipated to be the hottest solo acts of July, but who will come out on top? He has released various BTS content on his exclusive X as well.
IVE
The lovely force that is IVE will make an official comeback on July 30th with their 3rd Japanese EP album. Titled Be All Right, the album is expected to have five wonderful tracks. The girls will also make an appearance at the Japanese Rock festival ROCK IN JAPAN this September.
K-Dramas
This time around, we have more slice-of-life feel-good dramas that will help viewers feel a sense of healing. Some tackle life dreams, and others the struggles of working in the office. However, some thrillers that tackle mental health issues are also gaining interest, but a new dating series may become the top series of July.
Law and The City
Already gaining much interest, Law and The City is one of many great shows coming in July. The story of the joys and sorrows of growing up as a group of five lawyers who face various struggles and experiences at the Seocho-dong Law Firm. Another work slump drama set to release on July 5th starring Lee Jong Suk and Moon Ga Young.
Better Late Than Single
A Netflix original dating variety show scheduled to premiere on July 8th, Better Late Than Single is already gaining attention. The makeover dating reality show helps singles who are awkward at dating find their first love and is highly anticipated to be the must-see series of the summer. A unique panel of judges, Seo In Guk, Kang Hanna, Lee Eun Ji, and Car The Garden, will host the show.
The Defects
Try: We Become Miracles
The Good Man (working title)
Bitch x Rich 2
Wow, what a title! Kim Ye Rim and Lee Eun Saem return to the screen in Bitch x Rich 2 and Red Velvet Yeri will also be gracing your smartphones. Another high teen psychological thriller drama as teenage youth fight through a power game that takes place at the aristocratic school. Season 1 created a huge sensation with its sharp psychological depictions and series of plot twists.
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