"2023 FNC KINGDOM - The Greatest Show -" will be exclusively live-streamed on "U-NEXT" from March 9, 2024. Don't miss it!

The 2nd D Awards has announced a lineup of 21 presenters from diverse fields such as drama, variety shows, and sports. Notable attendees include actors from popular dramas and K-musicals. The event will take place on February 11 in Seoul, broadcast live on Channel A Plus.

Kstyle and IDOLCHAMP launch the 'Strongest Visual Ranking' with voting starting Jan 26. Fans can vote for K-POP idols in TEENS, 20s, and 30s+ categories. The winner will be announced around Feb 10. Voting requires 'Ruby CHAMSIM' from the IDOLCHAMP app, which can be earned or purchased.

Inseong from SF9 has released his debut solo album 'Crossfade:' on January 14, featuring the title track 'Mute is Off.' The album explores the duality of his identity, showcasing both his true self and the persona shaped by others' perceptions. It includes five tracks, with a focus on detailed band arrangements and emotional lyrics.

CNBLUE has made a comeback with their 3rd full album "3LOGY," released on January 7. The album showcases their musical identity and growth, featuring all self-composed tracks. The title song "Killer Joy" aims to deliver pure joy and energy. The members express excitement about their return and the opportunity to share their music with fans.

Launching on January 9, the new YouTube channel PBLive will showcase various K-POP artists, starting with CNBLUE and later featuring ASTRO's MJ. The channel, themed around live performances in a phone booth, will offer free music content and a giveaway campaign for participants with an au ID. More details will be revealed soon.

The original soundtrack for the K-drama 'Idol Eye' has launched in Japan, featuring tracks like 'Echoes of You' by LUCY, 'It's Me' by Kim Jae-young, and 'Stay Steady' by SF9's Inseong. The drama combines courtroom mystery with K-pop, resonating with fans through its themes of support and personal struggles.

Dawon from SF9 will hold his first fan meeting after military service on February 7 at the Seoul Wave Art Center. The event, titled '2026 SF9 DAWON FANMEETING “Dawonhe”', will feature various performances and interactions, showcasing his gratitude to fans. Ticket reservations start on February 13 for fan club members and February 15 for the general public.

Inseong of SF9 has revealed his debut solo mini-album 'Crossfade:' with a tracklist shared by FNC Entertainment. The album features five songs, including the title track 'Mute is Off,' which is his first self-composed piece. It explores the duality of his true self and the persona shaped by others' perceptions. The album releases on January 14, with a music video for 'Mute is Off.'

CNBLUE has unveiled their new song 'Killer Joy' from the album '3LOGY', showcasing explosive energy and a dramatic pop-rock sound. The music video features the members energetically performing amidst a crowd, highlighting their unique style. This release follows their pre-release track 'Still, a Flower', which gained significant attention, showcasing their expanding musical spectrum.

On the morning of the 5th, a press conference for the 2026 musical concert 'The Mission: K' took place at the Press Center in Jung-gu, Seoul. Attendees included Kim Dong-jun, TEENTOP's Ricky, ASTRO's MJ, SF9's Je-yun, and Seo Bom-seok. Kim Dong-jun signed an exclusive contract with GOLDEN MOON Entertainment, while MJ released a new digital single '12:25', sampling 'Grandfather's Clock.'