The 2025 Korean Culture and Arts Awards took place in Seoul, honoring stars like G-DRAGON and TVXQ for their contributions to Hallyu.

SEVENTEENのディエイトが、ソロ曲「Skyfall（Remix Ver.）」のアートフィルムを公開。自由と解放をテーマに、彼の感情をダンスと音楽で表現。アートフィルム制作を主導し、K-POPの枠を超えた新たな挑戦を示した。

On December 5, Billboard Japan announced SEVENTEEN's impressive rankings in the 2025 annual charts, with their album 'HAPPY BURSTDAY' at 7th in 'Top Albums Sales' and 32nd in 'Hot Albums'. Their single '消費期限' ranked 4th in 'Top Singles Sales'. SEVENTEEN continues to thrive with their ongoing world tour and various events, showcasing their strong presence in the music industry.

On the afternoon of the 5th, Shuhua from i-dle departed from Incheon International Airport to Taiwan for the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards. This event, the first comprehensive award for K-POP and dramas, will be held on December 6 at Kaohsiung National Stadium, followed by the '10th Anniversary AAA FESTA' on December 7. Special performances are expected, including a collaboration between 2PM's Junho and IVE's Wonyoung, along with a lineup featuring artists like Stray Kids and MONSTA X.

The new music variety show 'Change Street' has announced its second lineup of Japanese artists, including miwa and Kanou Miyu. This show, celebrating the 60th anniversary of Japan-Korea relations, will air on December 20. It features artists from both countries, promoting cultural exchange through music.

The 10th Asia Artist Awards (AAA 2025) will take place in Taiwan with 55,000 attendees. Special performances by MCs Junho and Wonyoung, along with 24 artists, will feature unique collaborations. The event promises a grand scale with live broadcasts on MTN and Weverse.

The film "Shadows Edge," featuring Jackie Chan, premieres on December 12. A costume exhibition will be held in Tokyo from December 5 and in Osaka from December 26. The film has already topped box office charts in China, grossing over 12 billion yuan. It follows Chan's character, a retired expert, teaming up with young detectives to tackle a cybercrime syndicate in Macau.

Kano Eiko has been appointed as the head of the Mandu division at the global Korean food brand bibigo. He expressed his determination to promote Mandu and create opportunities for people to enjoy it. During the announcement event, he humorously shared his surprise at the offer and emphasized the cultural significance of Mandu during the New Year in Korea. He also mentioned a new YouTube channel showcasing his efforts as Mandu head, generating excitement for future activities.

i-dle has announced their 2026 world tour titled 'Syncopation', starting with performances in Seoul on February 21-22. The tour will feature cities like Taipei, Bangkok, Melbourne, Sydney, Singapore, Yokohama, and Hong Kong. The title reflects their intent to present a unique rhythm and energy, breaking conventional boundaries.

SEVENTEEN is set to conquer four major stadiums in Asia, including Hong Kong's Kai Tak Stadium on February 28 and March 1, 2024. This concert is part of their 'SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] IN ASIA,' following previous shows in Singapore and the Philippines. The demand for more shows led to the addition of the Hong Kong concert, expanding their tour to 29 performances across 14 cities worldwide, highlighting their status as a global top-tier artist.

On the afternoon of the 2nd, Minnie from i-dle and actress Cha Jung-won participated in a pop-up store event for the fashion brand RAVE in Seoul's Yongsan district. Minnie recently reported an ankle injury from the 2025 MAMA on social media, reassuring fans not to worry. BLACKPINK's Rosé and THE BOYZ's Juyeon also appeared at a PUMA experiential event.