Special broadcast of "M COUNTDOWN STAGE" at "KCON JAPAN 2024" held in May will be aired on June 20th on CS broadcasting, TBS Channel 1, and Mnet.

On a recent episode of 'You Quiz on the Block', Soo-young shared her father's struggle with retinitis pigmentosa and expressed gratitude to her fellow Girls' Generation members for their support. She recounted how Yuri and the others have helped her family during this difficult time, highlighting the bond they share as a group.

The first day of the ASEA 2026 awards features a glamorous red carpet with appearances from stars like MONSTA X's Hyunwon, 2PM's Junho, and many Japanese idols. The event, held at Saitama's Belluna Dome, celebrates top Asian artists and will be streamed live on U-NEXT. Expect performances from ENHYPEN, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, and more!

'BOYNEXTDOOR Tomodachi Base' is a new show featuring various guests like Kōta Nomura and Yudai Takenaka. The show includes games, cooking, and karaoke, with the first episode airing on April 11, 2026. Special episodes will be available on Hulu, with additional unseen footage. Episodes air weekly on Saturdays.

On the afternoon of the 16th, &TEAM graced the red carpet of 'ASEA 2026', a music festival gathering top Asian artists at Saitama's Belluna Dome. The event, part of the 3rd Asia Star Entertainer Awards, runs for two days. Additionally, &TEAM announced their first dome concert, promising fans an unforgettable experience.

On the morning of the 16th, Yuna from Girls' Generation departed for France via Incheon International Airport to attend the 79th Cannes Film Festival. Additionally, she is considering a role in the Korean version of the drama 'Unnatural,' starring Satomi Ishihara. Yuna was also seen on the red carpet at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards.

The Kstyle PARTY 2024, held at K Arena Yokohama on May 9-10, showcased popular K-POP artists with exciting performances and fan engagement activities. Notable acts included SAY MY NAME, NouerA, CLOSE YOUR EYES, TWS, TAEMIN, and headliners BOYNEXTDOOR, delivering a vibrant celebration of K-POP.

Kim Ji Woong from ZEROBASEONE will hold a solo fan meeting titled '2026 KIM JI WOONG FANMEETING [TAKE 1: Unique Story]' in Seoul on June 20-21. After debuting in 2021 and participating in 'BOYS PLANET', he continues group activities while also pursuing solo projects, including a recent special appearance on JTBC's 'Tomorrow Will Surely'. Pre-sale starts on the 13th for members, with general sales on the 15th at 5 PM.

'Blue Lock' is a gripping story about 300 high school forwards competing in a survival project to become Japan's ultimate striker. With a unique premise, egotistical characters, and unpredictable plot twists, it has gained immense popularity. The project has expanded into anime, games, and a live-action film, with a star-studded cast and exciting visuals showcasing their fierce competition.

BOYNEXTDOOR has released a performance video for their pre-release track 'ddok ddok ddok' from the upcoming album 'HOME'. The video features intense performances in contrasting settings, with members expressing the catchy chorus through various knocking motions. They will also perform on music shows and at university festivals leading up to the album's release on June 8.

Interest in 'GIRLS PLANET 2' is surging, with applications surpassing those of 'BOYS II PLANET'. About 30% of applicants are from the Americas. Over 130 Korean agencies show intent to participate, and auditions at 'KCON JAPAN 2026' attracted far more applicants than expected, highlighting the global enthusiasm for K-POP.