IVE continues to dominate the global music scene, securing a spot on the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI)’s Global Album Sales Chart for the second year in a row—this time with their highest ranking yet!

On February 18 (local time), IFPI officially announced the Global Album Sales Chart 2024, and IVE’s second mini-album, ‘IVE SWITCH,’ landed at No. 7. This marks their second consecutive year on the chart, and what’s even more impressive? They’ve now charted three albums in a row!

Last year, IVE made their IFPI debut with their first mini-album ‘I’VE MINE’ (No. 9) and their first full album ‘I’VE IVE’ (No. 17). But this year, they’ve shattered their own record by ranking even higher with ‘IVE SWITCH’!

The Global Album Sales Chart ranks albums based on worldwide physical sales and digital downloads each year. By making the list again, IVE has solidified their position as one of the top-selling girl groups in the world right now!

Released in April 2024, ‘IVE SWITCH’ captures themes of self-discovery and transformation, keeping IVE’s signature confident and empowering identity at its core. The album made a huge impact from day one, selling over 1.31 million copies in its first week on Hanteo Chart, officially earning IVE another million-seller title.

Their album success also led to major wins, including ‘Artist of the Year Bonsang’ at the Hanteo Music Awards 2024 and a Bonsang at the 39th Golden Disc Awards!

Beyond album sales, IVE is proving their global superstar status by getting invited to major international music festivals. The group is set to perform at Lollapalooza Paris on July 20, sharing the stage with Justin Timberlake, Tems, and Joé Dwèt Filé!

Just recently, IVE wrapped up promotions for their third mini-album ‘IVE EMPATHY’, which sold over 1.04 million copies in its first week, making them a five-time million-seller group! Their pre-release song ‘REBEL HEART’ and title track ‘ATTITUDE’ also dominated Korean music shows, bringing them a total of 12 trophies!

With record-breaking album sales, music show wins, and global festival invites, IVE is proving why they’re one of the hottest K-pop groups in the world right now.

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YouTuber Lee Jin Ho has been ordered to stop making videos about the late actress Kim Sae Ron after the court recognized his actions as stalking.

On March 31, Kwon Young Chan, head of the Korea Celebrity Suicide Prevention Association, revealed to CBS No Cut News that Kim Sae Ron’s family won their case against Lee Jin Ho.

He stated, “The court ruled that Lee Jin Ho committed stalking and issued a provisional order. For the next three months, he is banned from broadcasting anything related to the late Kim Sae Ron and her family.”

Kwon Young Chan also shared that Kim Sae Ron’s family is preparing to take further legal action. “The family plans to file an additional lawsuit for defamation due to false information in his recent broadcasts,” he said.

Kim Sae Ron’s family had already sued Lee Jin Ho for defamation, accusing him of spreading false claims. However, the YouTuber continued to release unverified details about her personal life and family.

On March 27, her family took stronger action by filing another lawsuit against him for violating the Anti-Stalking Act and requesting court intervention. The recent ruling has now restricted Lee Jin Ho from discussing Kim Sae Ron publicly.

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