Taylor Swift fans flock to London pub mentioned in album; Brazilian DJ Alok incorporates indigenous music into dance tracks and more

HYBE, the record giant behind global sensations like BTS and Seventeen, is facing internal turmoil as it audits the management of one of its labels, NewJeans. The South Korean music company suspects that NewJeans is planning to break away, leading to a nearly 8% drop in HYBE’s shares on Monday. This latest case of infighting in the K-pop industry highlights the intense competition and power struggles within one of the world’s most popular and profitable music industries.

In India, the streaming war is heating up as JioCinema, run by Reliance Industries, slashes its subscription prices to as low as 29 rupees a month. This move intensifies the competition with streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon Prime in India’s $28-billion media and entertainment market.

Meanwhile, Taylor Swift fans are flocking to The Black Dog, a pub in London, after it was mentioned in her latest album, “The Tortured Poets Department.” The buzz around the pub started online before the album’s release, with fans eager to visit the location referenced in the 17th track of Swift’s double album.

In Hollywood, Silicon Valley and entertainment worlds collide as David Ellison, son of billionaire Larry Ellison, bids for Paramount Global. With a background in technology and a passion for movies, Ellison’s bid to take over the storied studio could bring a fresh perspective to the industry.

From Ryan Gosling’s tribute to stunt performers in “The Fall Guy” to Brazilian DJ Alok infusing indigenous songs into his dance music, the entertainment industry continues to evolve and captivate audiences worldwide. As Eurovision fever boosts travel to Sweden’s Malmo and young Russians embrace K-pop and anime, the global entertainment landscape remains vibrant and diverse.