
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.
As Seoul sees its first snowfall, K-pop idols are releasing dance challenge videos for EXO's 'The First Snow.' This song, released in 2013, evokes memories of first love and has gained renewed popularity, topping charts in 2023. EXO will hold a fan meeting on December 13-14, performing this hit among others.
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 2025 MelOn Music Awards (MMA 2025) has denied claims of forced ticket cancellations, clarifying that only fraudulent bookings were canceled under their policy. They confirmed that refunds for these bookings have been completed and emphasized that legitimate reservations were not affected. Users expressed confusion and frustration over the situation, claiming their valid tickets were wrongfully canceled.
Kang Ye-won recently posted on Instagram about her dog Julie, who has gained attention for her adorable presence. Julie accompanied her to the agency, where she posed by a Christmas tree, showcasing her popularity. Ye-won humorously commented on waiting for ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo, currently serving in the military. Ye-won is set to return to the screen in her upcoming film, playing a character involved in a murder plot.
At the 12th E-Daily Cultural Awards held in Seoul's Jongno District, notable attendees included Lee Che-min, SHINee's Minho, and various artists. Lee Che-min expressed his New Year wish for good people to be around him, while Minho announced the release of his first single 'TEMPO' on December 15.
CHA EUN-WOO: MEMORIES IN CINEMAS will be released in theaters on January 9, 2026. This film adapts his successful VR concert into 2D, ScreenX, 4DX, and ULTRA 4DX formats, offering fans an immersive experience filled with performances and emotional narratives. Don't miss this exclusive cinematic event!
EXO has released the main poster for their fan meeting 'EXO'verse' on the 14th, which sold out quickly. Members Suho, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, Sehun, and Lay will attend, while Chen, Baekhyun, and Xiumin are absent. The event will feature past hits and a new song debut, streamed online via Beyond LIVE and Weverse.
'Love Can Be Heard' tells the touching story of a deaf father, Xiao Ma, and his daughter, Mu Mu, who struggle to maintain their bond as they face challenges when the mother returns after five years. The film highlights their unconditional love and resilience amidst adversity, set for release on January 9, 2026.
Yoon San-ha, a member of ASTRO known for his clear vocals and calm presence, will host a fan meeting in Japan on January 24, 2026. The event will take place at J:COM Hall Hachioji, offering fans a warm experience with his music and talks. Tickets will be available for pre-sale and general sale, with exclusive merchandise for attendees.
Chen from EXO is set to perform in Yokohama on January 25, 2026, marking his first concert in Japan in 2.5 years. Tickets go on sale today for fan club members, with VIP options available. Fans are excited to see Chen's diverse performances after a long wait. Details on ticketing and event rules are provided.
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