South Korean K-Pop group “K-Pop Demon Hunters” has made history by winning the first-ever Grammy Award for a South Korean artist. The Netflix series “K-Pop Demon Hunters” song “Golden” has taken the world by storm, winning the Best Song for Visual Media category at the 2024 Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles. Alongside this achievement, “Golden” has also been nominated for four major Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year.
Since its release in June 2023, “K-Pop Demon Hunters” has become the most-watched Netflix series in history, with over 480 million views. According to Netflix, the series has broken records as the most-watched content on the platform. The series’ energetic and captivating soundtrack has also gained immense popularity, and in 2022, it became the first film score to reach number one on the Billboard charts since Disney’s Encanto.
The historic win at the Grammy Awards marks a significant milestone for the growing influence of K-Pop on the global music scene. The Recording Academy’s decision to include K-Pop artists in its voting body last year is a testament to the genre’s growing importance in the music industry.
Tollywood star Ram Charan and his wife Upasana Konidela have welcomed twin babies, bringing joy to their fans and well-wishers. The couple expressed their happiness, saying, “We hope to raise children who are strong and compassionate.”
Aamir Khan, a renowned Bollywood actor, visited the ancestral home of legendary singer Arijit Singh in West Bengal, paying his respects to the maestro. Pakistani singer Imran Hashmi has released a new song, “Bo Katta,” which is a sweet melodic treat. Shazia Ahsan, a Pakistani actress, has criticized fashion show host Joyeria Saud for wearing a revealing outfit during a fashion show in the UK.
In other news, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar is likely to be posted to the federal government, according to sources. The government is taking tough measures to curb smuggling in Balochistan, including the smuggling of oil and other goods. Federal Minister for Communications and National Assembly Ali Muhammad Khan has apologized to PPP Senetor Palwasha Khan in the Senate session.
US President Donald Trump has released a statement on social media after speaking with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the phone. Bollywood director and filmmaker Shazia Ahsan has made her Instagram account private after facing criticism for her comments on the film Dhriender.
The Senate’s Standing Committee on Trade has grilled American importers, barter traders, and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on their performance.
