The SBS歌謡大典 will be held on December 25, featuring top K-POP artists and a spectacular lineup for fans worldwide.

On the afternoon of the 21st, Mark from NCT and Han So-hee attended a BOUCHERON event in Seoul's Jongno district. The event highlighted friendships among K-pop groups, including NCT and Stray Kids, with members expressing their enjoyment of spending time together. Jung Jong-soo also expressed confidence in his collaboration with Han So-hee, believing they could create something beyond the script.

The 2025 KGMA, themed 'LINK to K-POP', will take place on Nov 14-15 in Incheon, featuring 31 artists. Highlights include unique performances by Stray Kids and IVE, a special stage by NATTY, and covers by 5th generation groups of hits from earlier generations, showcasing K-POP's evolution.

IVE has added another trophy to their collection with 'XOXZ', which won first place on SBS 'Popular Song'. This follows their success on MBC 'Show! Music Core', marking five wins for the song. They expressed gratitude to fans and staff for their support. The song, inspired by 'XOXO', conveys deep emotions and has contributed to IVE's impressive record of 20 trophies this year. They will kick off their world tour from October 31 to November 2 in Seoul, generating excitement for their future global activities.

Yuta from NCT has established himself as a rockstar during his solo concert tour in Japan. His performances featured a range of rock songs and showcased his unique identity. He also previewed tracks from his upcoming album 'PERSONA,' set to release on October 26, and announced an additional concert at the Budokan on January 21, highlighting his growing popularity.

IVE demonstrated their enduring popularity with the song 'XOXZ,' which topped the charts on MBC's 'Show Music Core' on the 18th, winning 1st place without a performance. They expressed gratitude to fans for their support and are preparing for their upcoming world tour, 'IVE WORLD TOUR: SHOW WHAT I AM,' starting from October 31.

The W Korea breast cancer awareness campaign event is under fire for its lavish atmosphere and past controversies, including an incident where actress Park Boyoung was barred from the photo wall for not wearing stockings. Despite raising questions about the campaign's effectiveness, some participants received praise for their contributions to the cause.

The operator of a YouTube channel, accused of defaming celebrities like IVE's Wonyoung and earning around 250 million won, is facing a prison sentence. The prosecution seeks a four-year term, citing the severity of the offenses. The operator expressed remorse and requested a final chance for rehabilitation. The verdict is set for next month.

Taeyong, a former member of NCT, was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for sexual assault. The Seoul High Court upheld the sentence after both Taeyong and the prosecution appealed, citing the severity of the crime. Taeyong was involved in an incident where he and accomplices assaulted a foreign woman after intoxicating her. SM Entertainment announced his departure from the group following the incident.

The 2025 MAMA AWARDS has revealed its lineup of 17 K-POP artists, set to take place in Hong Kong on November 28-29. With a focus on new talent and global stars, the event aims to highlight the influence of K-POP and deliver a spectacular show, themed 'UH-HEUNG', celebrating joy through music and dance.

The Korean Ministry of Culture will hold the 'Popular Culture Arts Production Staff Awards' and 'Korea Popular Culture Arts Awards' on Oct 22-23, celebrating artists and production teams. The awards recognize significant contributions to K-content, with notable winners including G-DRAGON and teams from hit dramas like 'Otsukaresama'.