KickFlip won 1st place on MBC MUSIC's SHOW CHAMPION, featuring various artists including LUN8 and The KingDom.

As the 2026 university entrance exams approach, many K-pop idols born in 2007, including members of tripleS and IVE, have opted out to focus on their careers. Notably, ZEROBASEONE's Han Yujin will take the exam while balancing studies and entertainment. The exams are scheduled for November 13, 2026.

The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival will feature n.SSign as headliner, returning after three years, and TIOT making their debut. Fans are thrilled for the performances, which promise special stages and unique moments. The event is set for February 7, 2026, at Zepp Sapporo, showcasing the growth of these K-POP groups.

The 76th Sapporo Snow Festival will feature performances by four K-POP groups: n.SSign, JUST B, ONE PACT, and TIOT on February 7, 2026. These groups, known for their talent and fan engagement, have gained significant popularity and will showcase their skills at this prestigious event.

Korean entertainment company RedstartENM has signed a management contract with URACHACHA to promote TIOT's activities in Japan. TIOT, a rising K-POP artist, will engage in concerts, events, and media collaborations in Japan, with URACHACHA overseeing these efforts to connect with local fans. RedstartENM emphasizes Japan's importance for TIOT's global expansion.

On the afternoon of the 24th, MBC MUSIC's SHOW CHAMPION was broadcast live from the MBC Dream Center in Gyeonggi-do, Goyang City. i-dle's Woogie won 1st place without performing. Other artists featured included A.C.E's Jun, CIX, ALL(H)OURS, LUN8, AxMxP, TIOT, GENBLUE, BADVILLAIN, PRIMROSE, Galaxy Kids, and YOUNGBIN (Ahn Young-bin). Note: This article is based on local media coverage, and there may be variations in the photos provided.

On the afternoon of September 23, SBS MTV's 'THE SHOW' was broadcast live from Prism Tower in Mapo, Seoul. The show featured Cosmic Girls' Dayoung, who won first place, along with LUN8, PRIMROSE, former JYP trainee Yoon Sobin, and many others. Notably, LUN8's Yuuma performed on stage for the first time after joining the group, expressing his desire to showcase a great performance.

AIMERS, a six-member boy band, will host their first tour in Japan, 'AIMERS 1st Special Tour in Japan -FULL COUNT-', starting October 2025. They debuted in Korea in 2022 and gained popularity in Japan with their mini-album. The tour includes free showcases and paid performances in Tokyo and Osaka.

In the reality survival show 'Re:Born', 12 K-POP boy groups, previously debuted in Korea, compete for a formal Japanese debut. Episode #9 reveals their preparations for the final mission, including dance lessons with world-renowned dancers and emotional moments among the members as they strive for improvement and success.

In the reality show 'Re:Born', K-POP boys' groups compete for success. Jang Geun-suk offers heartfelt advice, sharing his experiences and encouraging them to invest in their health and mental well-being. The show highlights their struggles and aspirations as they prepare for their final mission.

BLACKPINK's Rosé achieved first place with her collaboration "APT." on MBC's music show, surpassing aespa and G-DRAGON. Other K-pop groups like NCT DREAM, ATEEZ, and ENHYPEN also made comebacks with new songs showcasing their unique styles and themes. The broadcast featured performances from various artists, highlighting the vibrant K-pop scene.