January satellite theater: "Bait <Mickey>" drama starring Chang Geun-suk, ATEEZ, ASTRO, SF9 live performances, and the Japanese premiere of "New Soldier 2 - I'm a Super VIP Soldier."

MUSIC EXPO LIVE 2026 in Taipei will be held at TAIPEI ARENA on October 24 and 25, 2026, with Sho Sakurai as MC. Day 1 features AiNA THE END, FRUITS ZIPPER, Hearts2Hearts, and King & Prince, plus a special FRUITS ZIPPER x Hearts2Hearts dance collaboration. Day 2 features ATEEZ, NCT WISH, Sakurazaka46, and &TEAM, with &TEAM performing a special cover stage and a guest appearance planned. Tickets are on sale now.

BOYNEXTDOOR unveiled the music video for “ANIMAL,” the title track from their repackaged first studio album, and delivered a fierce, liberating performance. The six members move freely through everyday spaces like neighborhoods and construction sites, while the song’s bold electro-funk sound and direct lyrics express a drive to keep pushing forward. They will continue comeback promotions with TV, radio, and podcast appearances, plus a fan event in Seoul next month.

BOYNEXTDOOR released their 1st Studio Album Repackage, HOME: DELUXE, featuring 14 tracks including new songs ANIMAL and CLICHE, a Korean version of Count To Love, and their first fan song, 400 Years. They described ANIMAL as a bold electro-funk track about pushing forward, and shared behind-the-scenes details about the album, choreography, and their hopes for ONEDOOR's response.

ATEEZ’s SAN returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on the morning of the 28th after completing his attendance at Milan Fashion Week. The text also notes that he personally denied dating rumors, warned against nuisance behavior, and said that secret filming is a crime. His agency stated that the woman with him was a brand representative.

ATEEZ’s SAN directly denied dating rumors through fromm and warned against偷拍, stalking, and other nuisance behavior. He said such actions can trouble people connected to him and expressed discomfort about people following him everywhere. KQ Entertainment also denied the rumor, saying the woman seen with him in Milan was a brand staff member.

The 2026 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN will take place at MUFG Stadium (National Stadium) on Dec. 12 and 13, 2026. Day 1 features MISAMO, NAYEON, aespa, and NCT WISH; Day 2 features Stray Kids, IVE, BOYNEXTDOOR, and CORTIS. MCs include KIM JAEWON, SANA, and JANG WONYOUNG. Premium lounge tickets and sales details were also announced.

ONEUS has released their 12th mini album, FIRST LIGHT: 井, through music platforms. The album tells the story of ONEUS and their fans, TOMOON, as they have supported each other. Its title track, “Say Yes!,” expresses confidence that anything is possible together and a promise of a new start. The album also includes songs such as “Runaway” and others, with the members participating in writing and composing. ONEUS is a five-member boy group that debuted in 2019.

ATEEZ’s SAN was spotted in Milan with a woman, sparking dating rumors online. However, KQ Entertainment clarified that the woman was a representative of the brand SAN was visiting and was on her way to buy necessary items. A manager was also with them, though not clearly seen in the video.

SM, THE BLACK LABEL, ooak records, and others are preparing new boy groups, raising expectations for a sixth-generation boy-group era. Recent hits by RIIZE, TWS, BOYNEXTDOOR, and CORTIS show boy groups gaining both public appeal and strong fandom power, which could reshape K-pop.

HYBE CINE FEST 2026 will run in theaters nationwide from October 30, featuring three concert films from TOMORROW X TOGETHER, ENHYPEN, and SEVENTEEN, plus HYBE CHEERING PARTY screenings. Advance tickets, exclusive bonuses, a 4-show online pass, and a Yurakucho Marui pop-up were also announced.