NCT's Johnny left for an overseas schedule from Incheon Airport. Doyoung and Jungwoo revealed their shaved heads before joining the army.

Actor Lee Soo-hyuk has dropped out of Netflix’s “Men of the Harem” because of scheduling issues, according to his agency SARAM Entertainment. The palace romance fantasy, based on a web novel, stars Bae Suzy as Empress Rati. Lee Jong-won is now reportedly under consideration for the role Lee Soo-hyuk was set to play.

On the morning of the 19th, RIIZE departed through Gimpo International Airport for overseas schedules. This article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. Related: RIIZE headed to Japan for the 'Mezamashi Live' appearance, and they were chosen as the official cheer song for the 'SoftBank Winter Cup.'

RIIZE’s “Rise Over,” from their Japanese 3rd single “Sunburst” due out on August 26, 2026, has been selected as the official cheer song for SoftBank Winter Cup 2026. The song will support high school basketball players competing from December 23 to 29, and a promotional video has also been released on YouTube.

To celebrate the release of RIIZE’s Japanese 3rd single, Sunburst, the “Sunburst Train” will run sequentially on six metropolitan rail lines from August 17. The train is decorated with summer-themed Sunburst artwork, and the campaign invites fans to make summer memories.

Ahead of their comeback, RIIZE released a trailer for their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring highlights from the song 'SOAR'. They celebrated their 1000th day since debut with a fan party, where they engaged with fans and performed covers. The members expressed gratitude to their fans and previewed their new title track 'Do your dance'. The album is set to release on June 15.

RIIZE unveiled a personal trailer for their upcoming album, showcasing Sohee exploring a city guided by an unknown voice. The cinematic trailer highlights her unique charm. Their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring 6 tracks including 'Do Your Dance', will be released on June 15. Additionally, they will share special content from a summer camp on YouTube starting June 2.

The MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 will be held on June 13, showcasing performances from artists like Fujii Kaze and Sam Smith. The event will be broadcast live on NHK and YouTube, with additional coverage on platforms like Lemino and radiko. The ceremony aims to connect the world and illuminate the future of music.

RIIZE is set to return with their 2nd mini-album 'II', featuring a trailer that highlights Sonchang's stunning visuals and personal growth. The trailer, released on their YouTube channel, shows Sonchang reflecting on his interests. Additionally, he will debut as a solo MC with a new interview series, 'Sonchang's Interview', launching on June 4. The mini-album releases on June 15.

NCT's Doyoung serves as a life ambassador for the 'Destiny Guardian Project,' donating 100 million won to aid suicide prevention for military personnel and their families. He emphasizes hope and resilience, aiming to reduce suicide rates by 1,000 by 2026. The foundation plans effective support measures, highlighting the importance of mental health.

RIIZEのショウタロウが自身のダンスでカムバックトレーラー「Born Free」を完成。彼はアルバムの収録曲「Overdrive」のパフォーマンスを披露し、振り付けのアイデアを提案。メンバー別のトレーラーも公開され、期待が高まっている。RIIZEは6月15日に2ndミニアルバム「II」をリリース予定。