The 2025 FNS歌謡祭 featured top Korean artists like 東方神起 and NiziU, showcasing diverse performances and collaborations.

ILLIT's first live tour 'ILLIT LIVE 'PRESS START❤'' is set to begin with performances in Seoul on March 14-15, followed by five cities in Japan from June 13, and concluding in Hong Kong on August 22. The tour promises to showcase the group's growth and creativity, building on the success of their previous concerts.

ILLIT has added a trophy to their collection, winning first place on MBC's 'Show Music Core' with their song 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE'. This marks their third win on music shows. They expressed gratitude to fans for their support, which helped them achieve this milestone. The song continues to rise in the charts, recently reaching 13th place after a month-long hiatus from music shows.

On the morning of the 17th, Yunho from TVXQ left Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. He recently appeared on the red carpet for the 2025 SBS Song Festival and participated in the final recording of the Japan-Korea collaborative music variety show 'Change Street' with Ai Takahashi.

The new reality variety show 'Kimagure ni Botsunyuu Club' will air on KNTV starting March 6, featuring Yunho from TVXQ and Leeteuk from Super Junior. The show observes their daily lives as they take on new challenges like pole dancing and discussing personal experiences. It will run for 8 episodes every Friday at midnight.

Tohoshinki is set to appear as judges on the popular TV show 'Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai' on January 23. The special episode will feature the '3rd Complete Copy Dance Grand Prix' and a challenge where Snow Man and guest Harumi Sato attempt a 10-person dance routine. The show airs from 7 PM to 8:55 PM.

On the morning of the 16th, aespa's KARINA departed from Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. Additionally, she and her close friends, ITZY's Ryujin and Han Sua, are trending for their adorable videos from their trip to Okinawa. The fashion choices of Korean idols, including BLACKPINK and TVXQ's Yunho, are also gaining attention this winter.

On the afternoon of the 15th, ILLIT attended the opening event for the flagship store of the high jewelry brand 'Damiani' in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, Seoul. They also released the music video for their second digital single 'Sunday Morning,' featuring a cute and lively melody, and kicked off the event with a dance relay involving Korean and Japanese artists, along with a kendama challenge. The NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen continues to feature exciting performances this year.

On the morning of the 15th, the final studio recording of the Japan-Korea co-produced music variety show 'Change Street' was held in Gyeonggi-do, featuring artists like Yunho from TVXQ, Ai Takahashi, KangNam, and Shin Dong-yup. This show celebrates the 60th anniversary of Japan-Korea diplomatic relations, showcasing busking and cultural experiences in each other's countries.

MAYA's debut picture book 'Masshiro na Choucho' was released on December 24, 2025. It reflects her journey of self-acceptance and joy, celebrating her 5th anniversary with NiziU. The book's themes resonate with her experiences, and she hopes to inspire readers to embrace their true selves. The release was met with excitement from fans and fellow members.

ILLIT's track 'Billyeoon Goyangi (Do the Dance)' from their 3rd mini-album 'bomb' has surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify. The song captures the excitement of a first date and features unique lyrics and sharp choreography, becoming a hit among teens. It has received international acclaim and contributes to ILLIT's total of over 2.3 billion streams. Their latest digital single 'Sunday Morning' is also gaining popularity, serving as the opening theme for a TV anime.