K-POP artists perform at Poyong Mad Festival in South Korea on July 20, 2024, organized by Poyong City and KBS.

On the morning of the 12th, Minhyun from NU'EST departed from Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. He is enjoying his trip to Hokkaido, sharing numerous commemorative photos. Additionally, he announced details for his first fan meeting in Japan after his release from military service.

Minhyun of NU'EST recently enjoyed a trip to Japan, sharing numerous photos from Hokkaido on Instagram. Fans reacted positively, expressing excitement for his experiences and upcoming fan meetings. Minhyun, who resumed his entertainment activities after military service, will host fan meetings in Seoul and Tokyo soon.

The Japan-Korea co-production drama 'Kimbap and Onigiri: Similar Yet Different Lovers' features Akaso Eiji and Kang Hae-won, showcasing a sweet love story as they navigate cultural differences. The series premieres on the 12th, airing weekly on TV Tokyo and Netflix.

On the afternoon of the 7th, Akaso Eiji and Kang Hae-won from IZ*ONE attended the press conference for their new drama 'Kimbap and Onigiri.' The show depicts a pure love story between a Japanese and Korean couple. It will be exclusively available on Netflix, with episodes streaming simultaneously with their broadcast.

Fan Minhyun, active as a solo artist and actor, will hold his first fan meeting post-return, 'HWANG MIN HYUN FAN MEETING [UTOPIA]', in Tokyo on March 4-5, 2026. The event symbolizes a reunion with fans, reflecting their shared journey since his debut in 2012. Details are available on the official site.

UNIS, a global girl group formed from the 'UNIVERSE TICKET' audition program, celebrated their new digital single with a fan event in Tokyo. They performed their songs for the first time in front of Japanese fans, sharing their excitement and experiences about recording in Japanese. The event showcased their charm and emotional expression, raising anticipation for their future activities in Japan.

On the morning of the 30th, Kwon Eunbi, a former member of IZ*ONE, departed from Incheon International Airport for an overseas schedule. She also took on the full expenses for her brother's wedding, expressing her desire to keep a promise made in childhood. Additionally, she attended a brand event for 'SHURINK HOME' with Jung Il.

Baekho from NU'EST has enlisted in the army today, undergoing basic military training. He shared his thoughts on Instagram and during a radio show, expressing gratitude for a busy schedule before enlistment and stating he has no major worries about training, just missing home. He debuted in 2012 and has been active as a solo artist recently.

On MBC's show, K.will revealed albums gifted by juniors, including a heartfelt note from IVE's Wonyoung. The episode featured humorous interactions with Jung Hyun-moo and insights from K.will's manager about his maximalist tendencies, showcasing a warm camaraderie among artists.

The results of the Kstyle AWARDS 2025, co-hosted by IDOL CHAMP and Kstyle, have been announced. Voting took place from December 10 to 24, 2025, with winners in five categories. Notably, XngHan & Xoul and Sakurazaka46 won in the NEXT STAR and GLOBAL RISING STAR categories, respectively, reflecting global fan engagement.