BLACKPINK’s Rosé is starting the new year strong as her solo track "APT." continues to dominate music charts worldwide!

On January 19th, Rosé’s agency, The Black Label, confirmed that her pre-release single "APT." has held the impressive No. 2 spot on the UK Official Singles Chart Top 100 for three weeks in a row.

This is a huge achievement, as the UK Official Chart is one of the biggest music charts globally, along with the U.S. Billboard charts.

"Apt." was released on October 18th, 2024, and quickly became a global hit. The song, which later featured pop sensation Bruno Mars in a special duet version, not only conquered domestic charts in Korea but also took over international music platforms.

It even achieved a "PAK" (Perfect All Kill) in South Korea, sweeping all major local music sites like Melon, Genie, and Vibe. It also topped iTunes charts in 40 countries, hit No. 1 on the U.S. Spotify chart, and claimed the top spot on QQ Music, the largest music platform in China.

Despite the holiday season's Christmas carols taking over global charts, "APT." showed a "reverse surge" in 2025, proving that its popularity is unstoppable.

The song even reached a career-high No. 5 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, while holding its spot at No. 2 on the UK chart for three consecutive weeks! Fans all around the world are loving Rosé's music more than ever.

Rosé’s full album Rosie, which includes "APT.," has also made waves. Not only did it debut at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, but it also marked a big milestone as Rosé took part in writing and composing every track on the album, setting a new record for female K-pop artists.

With the success of "APT." and her album, Rosé is expected to keep captivating fans worldwide with more exciting music activities in 2025!

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It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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