Japanese members of K-pop groups face visa issues for MBC's 'Show! Music Core in Macau,' risking their participation in the event.

EVAN has made a comeback with stronger music and performance. He released the music video for the title track “Death of Me” from his first mini album, showing him moving through contrasting spaces and performing on stage. The song expresses his determination to move forward without hesitation, and he took part in writing and composing it.

EVAN, formerly of ENHYPEN, held a showcase for his first mini album, DEATH OF ME. He said the album reflects his inner thoughts, hopes, and determination to keep moving forward. He produced all eight tracks, wrote the title song about an unbreakable will, and shared his solo journey.

On the afternoon of the 7th, EVAN, formerly Heeseung of ENHYPEN, held a release showcase for his first mini album, "DEATH OF ME," at the Peace Hall of Kyung Hee University in Seoul. The album expresses a declaration of boldly moving forward while holding the reins of complex emotions.

izna held its Japan debut showcase in Yokohama, performing songs from its first Japanese mini album and interacting with fans through special segments. The group also announced a Japan concert tour for 2026-2027, drawing strong excitement from naya.

The Golden Disc Awards will be held again this year. According to the 41st Golden Disc Awards, the ceremony will take place over two days, January 9 and 10, 2027, on a special outdoor stage at VEC (Vietnam Exposition Center) in Hanoi, Vietnam. The awards honor the Korean pop music loved by fans over the past year and are known for special performances and results. The event has previously been held in cities such as Osaka, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Bangkok, Jakarta, Fukuoka, and Taipei, and will once again connect with fans worldwide with a star-studded lineup.

ENHYPEN has been selected as the official advertising model for Shilla Duty Free, reflecting their strong global influence. They will join online and offline promotions, digital content, and SNS events to strengthen brand communication. Their latest album and hit song are also performing strongly worldwide.

Dwango will exclusively livestream the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS from Busan, South Korea, on Niconico on September 19, 2026. The red carpet is free, while the awards ceremony and live performances require a net ticket. Buyers also get access to past TMA shows from 2019 to 2025.

ENHYPEN departed for Japan via Gimpo International Airport on the morning of the 4th for their schedule. The article notes that it is based on local media coverage and that the photos may vary. It also mentions their Oricon weekly music ranking double crown and a music show win.

On September 2, izna released their first Japanese mini album, HANDLE WITH CARE, and made a surprise appearance at a Shinjuku countdown event for the first public screening of their debut MV, “DUMB HOT!” They greeted fans, performed live, held a photo session and dance challenge, and announced a live stream to celebrate their Japan debut.

izna, which made its Japan debut with the release of its JAPAN 1st MINI ALBUM “HANDLE WITH CARE” on September 2, will appear live on Kstyle’s original program “Kstyle PICK.” The September 7 live stream will include stories about the new songs, talk about the September 6 showcase, and a fan Q&A, with more content planned after the broadcast.