
Pledis Entertainment has newly appointed Vice President Kim Yong-soo as the new CEO. Pledis Entertainment, a label under HYBE Music Group, announced on November 1 that Vice President Kim Yong-soo has been appointed as the new CEO. The newly appointed CEO Kim joined Pledis Entertainment in 2012 and contributed to the growth of global K-POP stars by debuting SEVENTEEN and leading their expansion into Japan. In 2023, he was also appointed General Manager of HYBE LABELS JAPAN, which includes &TEAM. The new CEO Kim expressed his ambition, stating, 'I will prioritize artists and fans and strive to provide content that allows everyone to genuinely enjoy entertainment.' Pledis Entertainment is home to NU'EST's Baekho, Hwang Min-hyun, BUMZU, SEVENTEEN, fromis_9, and TWS.
Actor Moon Sang-min recently filmed an episode of Seungkwan's web variety show 'Bibidi Babidi Boo' to support his friend. The two have showcased their friendship through various media and will compete together in a badminton tournament in Seoul. Moon is currently gaining attention for his dual role in KBS's drama 'Beloved Thief' and will showcase his charm in the Netflix film 'Pavane' in February. Seungkwan is also making his debut as a solo MC on the show, impressing with his talk skills.
On the 30th, SEVENTEEN's S.COUPS and Mingyu left for Japan via Incheon International Airport for their first live tour, 'CxM [DOUBLE UP] LIVE PARTY in JAPAN.' The events will take place on January 31 and February 1 at IG Arena in Aichi, and on February 5 and 6 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, with 26,000 fans expected to attend.
On the afternoon of the 29th, SEVENTEEN's DK departed from Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. He also made a solo appearance in the fashion magazine 'W KOREA' showcasing a charming Western style. Additionally, DK and Seungkwan revealed a touching performance in the snowy fields of Hokkaido for the music video of their title track 'Blue.'
Sungkwan from SEVENTEEN expressed his feelings for the late Moonbin of ASTRO by wishing him a happy birthday on social media. He shared a video of Moonbin blowing out candles on a cake, thanking Sungkwan for preparing it. Moonbin passed away on April 19, 2023, at age 25. A tribute song was released by 22 artists, including members of ASTRO and SEVENTEEN, to commemorate him.
S.COUPS and Mingyu's special unit CxM hosted a live party in Incheon, entertaining 26,000 fans with a 150-minute show featuring 25 songs, including new tracks. The event was a global success, with viewers from 86 countries. They expressed gratitude for the audience's support and announced future performances in major cities.
The upcoming tvN drama "Four Hands" stars Son Kang, Lee Junyoung, and Jang Gyuri, depicting the intense lives of young musicians at an arts high school. It explores themes of friendship, love, and competition, showcasing their growth through music. Directed by Park Hyunseok and written by Shin Iwon, it promises a thrilling narrative set to air in the second half of 2026.
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