
The 'ASIA STAR ENTERTAINER AWARDS 2025' begins voting for the best actors and couples. 'ASEA 2025' announced on the 13th that 'voting for the best male and female actors and couple awards chosen by fans has started.' The award ceremony will feature beloved stars nominated by fans both domestically and internationally, with fierce competition expected. Actors from popular works that recorded high viewership ratings over the past year have been nominated. In the male actor category, nominees include Kim Soo-hyun ('Queen of Tears'), Lee Min-ho ('Pachinko 2'), ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo ('Wonderful World'), Byung Woo-seok ('Run with Song Jae'), Park Seo-joon ('Kyungseong Creature 2'), Ji Chang-wook ('Queen Yu'), and Hwang In-youp ('Assembled Family'). In the female actor category, strong candidates competing include Kim Ji-won ('Queen of Tears'), Bae Suzy ('Wonderland'), Han So-hee ('Kyungseong Creature 2'), Park Shin-hye ('Judge from Hell'), and Kim Go-eun ('The Grave / Pamyo'). Idols active as actors are also included in this voting lineup, such as Kim Se-jeong ('Drunk Romance'), EXO's Suho ('The Crown Prince Disappeared'), ASTRO's Yoon San-ha and SHINee's Minho ('A House Full of Love'), Im Si-wan ('Squid Game 2'), Apink's Jung Eun-ji ('Miss Night & Miss Day'), and former DIA's Chae-young ('Assembled Family'). The couple award category includes Kim Soo-hyun & Kim Ji-won ('Queen of Tears'), Lee Min-ho & Kim Min-ha ('Pachinko 2'), and Byung Woo-seok & Kim Hae-yoon ('Run with Song Jae'), all waiting for fan selections. This voting is divided into male actor, female actor, and couple awards, with preliminary and final rounds. The first preliminary round will be held from November 14 to December 12, and those ranked high will advance to the second preliminary round. The second preliminary round will take place from December 23 to January 20 next year, determining the final candidates for the main selection. 'ASEA 2025' is co-hosted by Newsen and @star1, representing Korea's entertainment and sports awards that turn global fan support for artists into a single festival. Voting for actors provides a special opportunity for fans to express their support through direct voting in a festival created together with the actors. The best actors and couples selected by fans are expected to become the protagonists of 'ASEA 2025', with voting participation available through the 'PODOAL' app. Winners of each stage of the preliminary rounds will be featured in the banner image of Newsen's official YouTube channel, which has 1.12 million subscribers, and will also be given interview opportunities. Final candidates will be announced in January 2025.
Apink is set to appear on SBS's Running Man for the first time in 7 years, participating in a gold bag chase game. The members, celebrating their 15th anniversary and recent comeback with 'Love Me More,' surprised regular cast members with their variety skills. The episode airs on the 11th at 6:10 PM in Korea.
Apink will hold their 8th solo concert, 'The Origin: APINK', on February 21-22, reflecting on their 15-year journey in K-POP. This concert marks their first performance in over a year and features both legendary hits and new songs, strengthening their bond with fans. Ticket sales start January 19 for fan club members and January 21 for the general public.
Minho from SHINee is set to appear live on Fuji TV's 'Pokapoka' tomorrow, where he will take on the traditional game 投扇興. Fans are thrilled about his return, expressing their excitement on social media. Recently, Minho released his 1st single 'TEMPO' and held a successful solo fan meeting. He also co-hosted the '2025 MBC Song Festival' with other artists.
Baekhyun wrapped up his tour with a spectacular concert in Seoul, where he connected with fans through heartfelt performances and debuted new songs. The event showcased his vocal talent and stage presence, earning him acclaim as a 'legendary performance.' Fans eagerly await his next stage in 2026, as he continues his global journey with an upcoming show in Las Vegas.
Apink embarks on their 15th anniversary journey with the release of their 11th mini-album 'RE:LOVE' on January 5. The album includes the title track 'Love Me More' and features a mix of modern and nostalgic sounds. They held a live event on YouTube to connect with fans, showcasing their growth and heartfelt messages through five new songs.
On the morning of the 5th, a press conference for the 2026 musical concert 'The Mission: K' took place at the Press Center in Jung-gu, Seoul. Attendees included Kim Dong-jun, TEENTOP's Ricky, ASTRO's MJ, SF9's Je-yun, and Seo Bom-seok. Kim Dong-jun signed an exclusive contract with GOLDEN MOON Entertainment, while MJ released a new digital single '12:25', sampling 'Grandfather's Clock.'
EXO declares their return with the 8th full album "REVERXE," releasing on the 19th. The album includes the title track "Crown," a hard dance song blending trap, metal, and EDM, alongside 8 other tracks. The lyrics reflect determination and confidence, building anticipation among fans for their comeback.
2026 marks a significant turning point for K-POP as EXO, BTS, and Wanna One prepare to reunite, reviving the 'Ever One' era. EXO returns with their 8th album, BTS reunites after military service, and Wanna One hints at a reality show. Fans eagerly await their comebacks and the impact on the music scene.
Chanyeol from EXO and his sister Park Yura recently participated in a photoshoot together, sharing several pictures on Instagram. Yura expressed her excitement about their first shoot together and thanked the production team of 'Channel Chanyeol' for the enjoyable experience. Their collaboration has gained attention, especially with the recent release of a video featuring them on Chanyeol's YouTube channel.
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