Lee Changwon wins 1st on "Show! Music Core," SEVENTEEN returns with best album, Solar releases solo album, various artists perform.

Hyunwon from MONSTA X and Rei from IVE will co-host the ASEA 2026 music festival on May 16-17 at Belluna Dome, showcasing top Asian artists. Both have previously excelled as MCs at ASEA, with Hyunwon continuing to thrive in MONSTA X and Rei achieving significant success in various fields, including music and fashion.

NCT's Jaemin gifted 30 mobile gift cards to fans, but some were misused by emart staff before fans could redeem them. An internal investigation is underway, with emart apologizing to customers and promising to strengthen management standards for gift card issuance and exchange to prevent future incidents.

NCT's Jaemin gifted 30 SHINSEGAE mobile gift cards, but many were misused at emart before opening hours, leading to fan suspicions and an investigation. Some fans claimed employees exchanged cards early, while others defended their use. Emart is now reviewing the situation and plans to strengthen management of gift card issuance and exchange.

The film "Specials" premiered in Korea on March 13, featuring fan events with Snow Man's Daisuke Sakuma and NCT's Yuta. They participated in 18 stage greetings, thrilling local fans. The film, directed by Eiji Uchida, is an original story about assassins who form a dance team for a competition. An interactive screening event is set for March 20, allowing fans to cheer and use support goods during the film.

Yuta from NCT and Sakuma from Snow Man conducted a stage greeting for their film 'Specials' in Korea, interacting with fans from March 14-15. They shared a photo on Instagram and went live together, showcasing their friendship. The film features a unique story about professional assassins aiming to compete in a dance competition. Yuta plays a cool assassin, while Sakuma portrays a kind former hitman.

Minnie from i-dle is featured on the cover of DAZED KOREA's February 2026 issue, showcasing her diverse styles. The cover coincides with the release of their new digital single 'Mono (Feat. skaiwater),' emphasizing themes of responsibility and focus. In an interview, Minnie credits her mother and grandmother as major influences in her life and work ethic.

Moonbyul from MAMAMOO has unveiled a new charm with her upcoming single 'REV', set to release on the 25th. She teased the single through vibrant images on social media, showcasing a racing concept. Known for her versatility, Moonbyul aims to expand her musical spectrum with this release, following a special concert on the 21st and 22nd in Seoul.

Hoshi from SEVENTEEN has released a romantic love song titled 'Agijagi.' The track captures the thrilling emotions between lovers, featuring a minimal beat and delicate melodies that highlight Hoshi's unique vocal tone. The lyrics express a desire to be honest about current feelings, promising to focus on the moment despite any fleeting misunderstandings. The music video showcases Hoshi's cute dance moves in a pink outfit. He is currently serving in the military since September 16 last year.

IVE has achieved a triple crown on KBS's 'Music Bank' with their song 'BANG BANG', securing the top spot for three consecutive weeks. This marks their 9th win from their 2nd full album 'REVIVE+'. Despite the end of their music program activities, IVE expresses gratitude to fans and prepares for their upcoming fan concert on March 21-22.

The 18th Seoul Jazz Festival 2026 will take place from May 22-24 at Olympic Park in Seoul, featuring a lineup of renowned artists from Korea and Japan. Notable performers include John Batiste, Herbie Hancock, and various K-pop stars. The festival promises a mix of jazz, rock, R&B, and more, with tickets available now.