BOYNEXTDOOR returned to Korea after performing at the '2025 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN' at the National Stadium.

The 2025 MBC歌謡大祭典 lineup has been revealed, celebrating its 20th anniversary with a star-studded cast including aespa, ITZY, Stray Kids, and more. The event will air live on December 31 in Korea, hosted by Minho, Fan Min-hyun, and Annie from ALLDAY PROJECT, promising an exciting performance.

The 2025 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL in Tokyo attracted 120,000 fans over two days at the National Stadium, marking a historic K-POP event. Hosted by Lee Jun-young and IVE's Wonyoung, the festival featured performances from ATEEZ, Stray Kids, and more, culminating in a spectacular finale with fireworks and fan participation.

The 2025 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN kicks off tomorrow, featuring artists like ATEEZ, BOYNEXTDOOR, ENHYPEN, and more. Scheduled for December 13-14 at the National Stadium, the event promises thrilling performances and has already generated high anticipation among fans. Previous editions sold out quickly, showcasing top talent.

HYBE has entered the global concert market's Big 4, ranking 4th in Billboard's 2025 Boxscore report with $469.2M in tour sales. This success is attributed to artists from HYBE MUSIC GROUP, including BTS, SEVENTEEN, and ENHYPEN, who collectively attracted millions of fans. SEVENTEEN's world tour alone drew 964,000 attendees, while J-HOPE's solo tour reached over 500,000 fans. HYBE emphasizes its strategy of focusing on artist creativity and fan experiences to continue thriving in the global market.

On the morning of the 12th, BOYNEXTDOOR departed for Japan via Gimpo International Airport to participate in the 2025 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL. The festival will be held at the National Stadium on December 13 and 14. Additional artists like Snow Man, TVXQ's Yunho, and RIIZE have been announced as special guests.

BOYNEXTDOOR is set to headline BEAT AX VOL.9 on February 14-15, 2026, at Ariake Arena, Tokyo. They expressed excitement about returning to the festival and promised powerful performances. Additionally, the new group STARGLOW will also perform, marking their debut at such an event. Ticket sales start on December 12, 2025.

The 2025 KBS Global Festival in Korea will be exclusively streamed live on Hulu on December 19, featuring top K-POP artists like NCT DREAM and LE SSERAFIM. The festival showcases a variety of genres and includes special performances from various artists, making it a must-see for K-POP fans worldwide.

The 67th Japan Record Awards will feature performances by popular K-pop artists ILLIT, &TEAM, and BOYNEXTDOOR, who have received multiple awards. ILLIT won the Excellent Work Award for 'Almond Chocolate', &TEAM received the Special International Music Award, and BOYNEXTDOOR won Rookie of the Year. The event will air on December 30 from 5:30 PM to 10 PM.

The 40th Golden Disc Awards will be live-streamed on ABEMA on January 10, 2026, at 6:30 PM. The event celebrates K-POP's best, featuring performances from artists like Stray Kids and BLACKPINK's Jennie. A red carpet event will precede the awards at 4:30 PM. Notable presenters include Song Joong-ki and Ahn Hyo-seop.

In 2025, BOYNEXTDOOR made significant strides in music rankings, appearing on Billboard Japan's charts and Spotify's top groups. Their singles and EPs achieved notable positions, and they received multiple awards, including Best New Artist at the Japan Record Awards. Their successful year included a solo tour and performances at major festivals like Lollapalooza Chicago.