ABOUT US

SBS Star Logo

Launched in June 2017, SBS Star is the most credible source for the latest Korean entertainment news. Based and produced in South Korea―the birthplace of K-pop―SBS Star caters to over 1 million readers all across the globe. If you're looking for an up-to-date, reliable K-pop news source, SBS Star is the perfect choice for all the breaking news, gossip, and exclusive coverage on K-pop stars and Korean celebrities.

In 2023, SBS Star’s news service operations were officially transferred to SBSi, and SBS Star is now produced by the SBSi News Service Division, strengthening its role as part of SBSi’s expanding digital media business. SBS Media Group content is also now available on Netflix, enhancing global access to Korean programming. Furthermore, SBS―a major terrestrial broadcaster in South Korea―has recently formed a strategic partnership with Netflix to deliver even more compelling content worldwide.

Effective Date: February 19, 2024
Service Commencement Date: June 23, 2017

What We Cover

SBS Star covers the full range of Korean entertainment, in English, every day:

  • K-POP — comebacks, debuts, charts, concerts and award shows
  • Broadcast — K-dramas, variety shows and what happens on SBS and beyond
  • Movie — Korean films, premieres and the box office
  • Celeb — the stars’ lives, weddings, fashion and social media
  • Interview — conversations with actors, singers and creators
  • Photo and Video — red carpets, press events, showcases and clips
How We Report

SBS Star stories are based on reporting by the SBS entertainment newsroom, the same reporters behind SBS Entertainment News, and are written and edited in English for readers outside Korea. Every story carries its reporter’s byline and its original publication time. Some stories are translated with the help of AI; those carry a note saying so.

Spotted an error? Email us at sbsstar@sbs.co.kr and we will review and correct it.

Follow SBS Star

We share breaking news, exclusive content, and behind-the-scenes moments from your favorite K-pop stars and Korean celebrities. Follow us wherever you get your news, or subscribe to the SBS Star newsletter.

Instagram@sbs.star Threads@sbs.star X@SBS_star FacebookSBSstar.news YouTubeSBS Star Pinterestsbsstar Google NewsSBS Star Apple NewsSBS Star

SBS News Services

  • SBS Star: https://sbsstar.net
    Straight from the birthplace of K-pop, SBS Star is the most credible source for Korean entertainment news.
  • SBS News: https://news.sbs.co.kr/english/
    The Standard of Korean Journalism. Delivering trustworthy, insightful news that meets the expectations of our viewers with dignity and professionalism.
  • SBS Entertainment News: https://ent.sbs.co.kr
    Facts over gossip, fun with integrity. Setting the standard for entertainment journalism in Korea with credible, tasteful reporting.

Contact Information