Lunar New Year Pop Culture Roundup

The Year of the Fire Horse is almost here, and the energy is getting fiery. If you’ve been scrolling lately, you already know that the AAPI community isn’t just having a moment; we’re basically running the timeline.

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, we’ve rounded up the most main character moments in pop culture you need to know about:

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BTS Returns with the Arirang World Tour

After a hiatus, South Korean boy band BTS is back with their 'Arirang' World Tour, marking their return to the global stage. The tour kicks off in Goyang, South Korea, on April 9, 2026, and spans across Asia, North America, Europe, and more.

Yerin Ha Stars in Bridgerton Season 4

Korean-Australian actress Yerin Ha takes on the role of Sophie Baek in the fourth season of 'Bridgerton', becoming the first East Asian lead in the series. The character's surname was changed from Beckett to Baek to honor Ha's heritage.

adidas China Launches Tang Jacket-Inspired Collection

adidas China has released a Tang jacket-inspired collection, blending traditional Chinese aesthetics with modern streetwear. The design features frog buttons and has gained popularity among Gen Z consumers.

K-Pop Demon Hunters Achieves Multiple Awards

The animated film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' has garnered back-to-back wins, bagging Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for "Golden" at the Critics’ Choice Movie Awards and Golden Globe Awards. "Golden" also secured the Grammy for Best Song…

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Read the full article in The Editor’s Cut: Lunar New Year Issue 2! - This FREE PDF GUIDE features a roundup of LNY events happening around Chicago, ways to attract luck in the Year of the Horse, a 'Then vs. Now' look at Chicago's Chinatown, and, of course, your zodiac fortune.

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