Stray Kids achieves 4 awards at the 40th Japan Gold Disc Awards, setting a record for overseas artists and showcasing their global impact.
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Stray Kids achieved four crowns at the '40th Japan Gold Disc Awards,' recording the most awards for an overseas artist in history. The Japan Gold Disc Awards announced through their official site that Stray Kids won 'Best Asian Artist,' and their third mini-album in Japan 'Hollow' won 'Album of the Year (Asia)' and 'Best 3 Albums (Asia),' while their video work 'Stray Kids Fan Connecting 2024 “SKZ TOY WORLD”' won 'Music Video of the Year (Asia).' Stray Kids was recognized for their high-quality albums and content, achieving the most crowns as an overseas artist and proving their solid influence as 'Global Top Artists.' Stray Kids, active globally, achieved the remarkable feat of being number one on the Billboard 200 for eight consecutive works, making new history. Additionally, their 4th full album 'KARMA' reached the highest position of 2nd in the 'Global Album Sales Chart' for K-POP artists in the 2025 annual global chart by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). Stray Kids will hold their 6th official fan meeting 'Stray Kids 6TH FANMEETING 'STAY in Our Little House'' on the 28th and 29th of this month, and on April 4th and 5th at Incheon Inspire Arena. They will also participate as headliners at the 'Governors Ball Music Festival' in New York and 'Rock in Rio' in Brazil in June and September, respectively, to interact with fans.
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Stray KidsのフィリックスがBLACKPINKのリサと対面し、ルイ・ヴィトンのファッションショーでの写真をInstagramに投稿。彼は同ブランドの公式アンバサダーであり、韓国・フランスの国交樹立140周年記念名誉アンバサダーにも任命された。
J.Y. Park has announced his resignation from JYP Entertainment's representative position, effective after the upcoming shareholders' meeting. He will concentrate on his creative activities as an artist, nurturing junior artists, and engaging in new external projects for the K-POP industry. Park has a rich history in music, producing numerous successful groups and contributing to the growth of K-POP.
On the morning of the 8th, Felix from Stray Kids departed through Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. This article is based on local media coverage. Additionally, Felix has been appointed as an ambassador for the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and France, alongside G-DRAGON and Hyunjin from Stray Kids, who were also featured in a notable group photo.
On the morning of the 7th, BLACKPINK's Jennie departed from Incheon International Airport to attend Paris Fashion Week. Additionally, she donated approximately 10 million yen, combining proceeds from a photo exhibition and her own funds, with gratitude expressed by Jinusean's SEAN. Meanwhile, ENHYPEN achieved a remarkable six awards at the 2nd D Awards, with Stray Kids and RIIZE also receiving accolades.
GUESS has appointed Hyunjin from Stray Kids as its new global ambassador, unveiling a campaign that merges timeless denim styles with modern attitudes. This partnership symbolizes the evolution of the brand's culture and reflects a shared vision of expanding contemporary self-expression while respecting GUESS's heritage. The collection launches on March 6, featuring exclusive designs and customization services.
Felix of Stray Kids has been appointed as the honorary ambassador for the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and Korea. The French Embassy in Korea praised his global influence in music and his role in enhancing cultural presence among the youth of both countries. He will participate in major cultural events to promote this milestone and encourage public engagement in various cultural activities throughout the year.
On the afternoon of the 5th, Stray Kids' Hyunjin returned to Korea via Incheon International Airport after completing overseas schedules. He had attended the Dior fashion show in France, alongside SEVENTEEN's Mingyu and actor Ryusei Yokohama, showcasing his presence at Fashion Week.
On the afternoon of the 2nd, Stray Kids' I.N returned to Incheon International Airport after participating in Milan Fashion Week. He celebrated his birthday by donating 100 million won and made a guest appearance at a concert featuring Park Jin-young, where fans were excited to hear songs from TWICE and classic J-POP hits.
At the GUCCI fashion show, celebrities like XG's COCONA and Stray Kids' Lino attended, highlighting the brand's cultural resonance and diversity. The collection, presented in a museum-like space, embodies GUCCI's design philosophy with new silhouettes and textures, emphasizing comfort and seamless wear, enhancing everyday life without needing complex explanations.
