Live broadcast on TBS featuring top artists and songs, including CDTV Original Ranking for the first half of 2024.

The first lineup for the 2025 FNS歌謡祭 has been announced, airing on December 3 and 10. Hosts Masaki Aiba and announcer Seika Inoue will present performances from TWS, TREASURE, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and ILLIT, showcasing a variety of popular artists in a total of 8.5 hours of live broadcast.

The MelOn Music Awards 2025 will showcase leading K-POP artists such as IVE, PLAVE, and BOYNEXTDOOR, celebrating their achievements over the past year. The event, held on December 20 at the Seoul Gocheok Sky Dome, promises exciting performances and highlights the growth of these artists in the global music scene.

ILLIT is set to perform the ending theme for the Korean version of the Pokémon anime, with their song 'Secret Quest' released on November 4. The track features a warm sound and a story about discovering hidden secrets through adventure. ILLIT expresses excitement about contributing to a beloved series from their childhood, aiming to inspire listeners with dreams and hope. They are also involved in the second season of another anime, showcasing their rising popularity in the OST scene.

ILLIT collaborates with popular US producers for their first single 'NOT CUTE ANYMORE,' expressing a desire to break free from being seen as cute. The track, produced by Grammy-nominated Jasper Harris, features contributions from international songwriters. The single reflects the artist's journey and will be followed by a concert in Seoul, which sold out quickly.

Dr.G, the leading Korean skincare brand founded by dermatologist Dr. Ahn Gon-Young, has appointed JO1's Sato Keigo as its brand ambassador starting November 1, 2025. The brand is known for its Red Blemish Clear Soothing Cream, which has sold over 30 million units. Dr.G focuses on sensitive skin care and has expanded to 13 countries since its launch in Japan in 2020.

The 2025 MAMA AWARDS will feature 25 prominent presenters from K-culture, including Park Hyung-sik and Jo Yuri from IZ*ONE. The event will take place on November 28-29 at Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, showcasing various K-POP artists and groups. Hosts include Park Bo-gum and Kim Hyesoo.

Daniel from NewJeans participated in a 10K marathon, finishing with a personal best of 46 minutes. He shared a moment with former marathon runner Lee Young-jin. Meanwhile, NewJeans lost a lawsuit against ADOR regarding their exclusive contract, with the court ruling that the contract remains valid despite their claims.

ILLIT has been chosen as the theme song artist for the anime "Hime-sama 'Goumon' no Jikan desu" Season 2, airing in January 2026. They expressed excitement about contributing to a beloved series and look forward to the synergy between their music and the anime. ILLIT debuted in March 2024 and has achieved significant success with their music, including a hit single and upcoming projects.

The 2025 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN will take place on December 13-14, 2025, at the National Stadium, hosted by Lee Jun-young and IVE's Wonyoung. Major K-POP artists like ATEEZ, Stray Kids, and more will perform. VIP ticket upgrades will be available starting November 11, 2025.

Kim Hyesoo will host the 2025 MAMA AWARDS CHAPTER 2 on November 29 in Hong Kong, marking her first time as a host. She expressed her belief in music's power to connect people across borders and looks forward to sharing its energy with fans. The event will be broadcast live with Japanese subtitles.