The 30th DREAM CONCERT lineup features K-POP stars, hosted by SUPER JUNIOR's Leeteuk and former IZ*ONE's Kwon Eunbi.

Former ONEUS member RAVN has announced the Japan-only release “Red Star” and a month-long Japan tour, RAVN JAPAN TOUR 2026 “Red Star.” The tour runs from September 2 to 27, 2026, with 14 shows in Tokyo, including three free-admission events. It features a birthday live, band shows with RED LINE, solo lives, talk shows, sign events, and release events.

NEWSIS announced the winners of the 8th K-EXPO, to be held in Seoul on the 28th. Honorees include Lee Byung-hun, Junho, Shim Eun-kyung, Monk Songjae, Choi Hyun-wook, Lee Su-ji, AND2BLE, KISS OF LIFE, 1MILLION, P.O, QWER, EVNNE, and USPEER for their K-culture achievements.

MBC MUSIC’s “Show Champion” was broadcast live on the afternoon of the 19th at MBC Dream Center in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. The show featured WayV, KISS OF LIFE, Hyunsik of XODIAC, Jun of A.C.E, Splayit, and Sentimental Squad. The article is based on local media coverage.

Nako Yabuki will perform the theme song "Your Letter – Japanese Ver." for the anime film "En no Tegami," her voice acting debut. The film, produced by Comics Wave Films, will be released on September 25, 2026, with a special screening on September 4. The story follows a girl named Sori who finds a mysterious letter that leads her to new friendships.

LIGHTSUM, a six-member girl group gaining attention through ABEMA’s original documentary Re:Idol, will release its Japanese major debut mini album Re:idol on September 23, 2026. The album includes five tracks, special Kawaii versions, DVD bonus footage, and store-specific preorder gifts.

ONEUS’s Seoho completed his military service on August 16 and was officially discharged from the army. His members came to celebrate his return. With Seoho back, ONEUS will begin full five-member activities and continue active promotions in Korea and abroad, including the announced 2026 world tour.

Choi Sun-young, the mother of IZ*ONE’s Lee Chaeyeon and ITZY’s Chaeryeong, revealed on social media that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is recovering after surgery. Her disclosure clarified why Chaeryeong cried at a recent fan meeting when she saw her mother in the audience.

Kwon Eunbi, MONSTA X, Sunmi, and ATEEZ will appear as the first K-pop artists at Turkey’s largest music festival, Istanbul Festival, held in Istanbul from August 1 to 16. They will perform at the Korea Festival on August 14 and 15, meeting about 50,000 local fans with special stages and fan events.

Choi Yoon-soo, after ending his activities with EVNNE, has been active on Instagram sharing stylish photos and connecting with fans. He recently supported the debut of AND2BLE, a new group featuring former members he worked with. His return to YH Entertainment was brief, as his contract ended in February. Fans are excited about his updates and express their support online.

On the afternoon of the 28th, at Seoul's Jamsil Baseball Stadium, Hyunbin from ALL(H)OURS threw the first pitch for the KBO League game between the Doosan Bears and KT Wiz. Additionally, former IZ*ONE member Choi Yena and P1Harmony appeared on the March 25 broadcast of 'SHOW CHAMPION', and ALL(H)OURS released the MV for their title track 'DEAD MAN WALKING', featuring intriguing objects throughout.