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K-Pop Star Kevin Woo Signs with UTA, Plans U.S. Debut

10/25/2025

Summary

Story summary

K-pop singer Kevin Woo has signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) for global representation.
Woo voiced Mystery Saja in Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters," which has over 315 million views, making it the platform's most-watched film.
The film's soundtrack features four songs in the Billboard Hot 100's Top 10, including "Your Idol" and "Soda Pop."
Woo will perform his first U.S. solo concert at the Troubadour in West Hollywood on November 25, 2023.
He will also appear in Anderson .Paak’s film "K-Pops," set to release in January 2026.

History

Historical Context

K-pop's global rise began in the 1990s, influenced by Seo Taiji and Boys, who modernized South Korean music. By 2012, Psy's "Gangnam Style" became the first YouTube video to reach one billion views, significantly boosting K-pop's international profile. This success paved the way for artists like Kevin Woo, whose recent work in Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" reflects K-pop's enduring cultural impact.

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Story summary

K-pop singer Kevin Woo has signed with United Talent Agency (UTA) for global representation.
Woo voiced Mystery Saja in Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters," which has over 315 million views, making it the platform's most-watched film.
The film's soundtrack features four songs in the Billboard Hot 100's Top 10, including "Your Idol" and "Soda Pop."
Woo will perform his first U.S. solo concert at the Troubadour in West Hollywood on November 25, 2023.
He will also appear in Anderson .Paak’s film "K-Pops," set to release in January 2026.

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