Winners of the 15th KOREA DRAMA AWARDS announced, including Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won. The festival runs from October 11-20.

ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo is set to release his 2nd solo mini-album 'ELSE' on the 21st, featuring the title track 'SATURDAY PREACHER' and the music video for 'Sweet Papaya'. The MV for 'Sweet Papaya' will be released on the 28th, showcasing a tropical vibe and Cha Eun-woo's unique charm, promising an exciting experience for global fans.

On the afternoon of the 13th, ZEROBASEONE departed for Singapore via Incheon International Airport for their '2025 ZEROBASEONE WORLD TOUR [HERE & NOW] IN SINGAPORE'. Their Japan concerts were a massive success, with 54,000 fans enjoying performances of their debut song and new tracks.

On January 13, 2026, stars born in 2007, including idols like Yu Sarang and Kyungmin, participated in South Korea's university entrance exams. Despite their busy schedules with music activities and tours, they expressed their commitment to education and offered support to fellow test-takers. Other idols like Won Jimin and Lee Jaeyoung also joined the exams, showcasing their dedication to both their careers and academics.

On the afternoon of the 11th, a select photo call event for the brand MIU MIU was held at the Cheongdam store in Gangnam, Seoul. Attendees included former DIA's Chaeyoung, VERIVERY's Kangmin, MEOVV's Ella, and others. Chaeyoung praised actor Lee Jin-wook as a mood maker, while KISS OF LIFE's Julie announced legal action over leaked surveillance footage, denying dating rumors with Kangmin.

The 2025 MAMA AWARDS will take place in Hong Kong with an impressive lineup and hosts Park Bo-gum and Kim Hyesoo. The event, themed 'UH-HEUNG', aims to celebrate K-POP's global influence with special performances and presenters from various fields, including Michelle Yeoh.

ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo has heightened excitement for his upcoming 2nd mini-album 'ELSE' by releasing a unique highlight medley of four tracks, including the title song 'SATURDAY PREACHER'. The medley features his charming falsetto and showcases his versatility across various genres. 'ELSE' will be released on the 21st, and Cha Eun-woo continues to engage with fans through his film role and other activities despite his military service.

Joy from Red Velvet, Yerin from former GFRIEND, and Hayoung from Apink recently shared nostalgic photos from their school days, highlighting their enduring friendship. They posted pictures in their high school uniforms, reminiscing about their time together. Fans commented on their youthful looks and the lasting bond they share, celebrating over a decade of friendship since their debut.

VERIVERY is gearing up for their comeback with the 4th single 'Lost and Found', set to release on December 1. This marks their first new release in 2 years and 7 months, following their 7th mini-album. The promotional schedule reveals exciting visuals and concepts, showcasing their creative efforts for fans.

Lee Dong-hee, the brother of ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo, presented at the AI Summit Seoul, discussing AI tools he created, including a brand verification engine. His work focuses on AI data crawling models and their application in solving niche business problems. He shared how a personal project for his brother evolved into a venture investment opportunity.

The second lineup for the 2025 SBS Song Festival has been revealed, featuring 12 K-POP groups including NCT DREAM and ITZY. Scheduled for December 25 at Incheon’s Inspire Arena, the festival promises a dazzling Christmas celebration with performances from top global artists. The event will be streamed exclusively on Lemino in Japan.