
The film Return to Bloom depicts people and nature, love and memory, set in Japan and the Philippines. Starring Takuya Mizoguchi, this work, woven amid the magnificent nature of Bohol Island in the Philippines, has been officially selected for the 30th Vancouver Asian Film Festival (VAFF). It will then receive its world premiere in Vancouver, Canada. It has now been announced that MASHIHO, formerly of TREASURE, who handles not only singing and dancing but also lyric writing and composition, will be in charge of the theme song for this work. The theme song “Soulmate,” written specifically for this film, connects in music the story of Return to Bloom, woven across the sea. MASHIHO debuted in 2020 as a member of TREASURE after appearing on the audition program “YG Treasure Box.” He left the group in November 2022 and announced the start of his solo activities on March 25, 2024. He has held fan meetings in Osaka, Yokohama, and also in Thailand and Taipei, expanding his activities both in Japan and overseas. On March 25, 2025, he released his debut album ULTRA VIOLET, and in June of the same year he released the photo book Dear Ü. He is broadening the field of his activities domestically and internationally, including a ZEPP tour visiting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka, as well as performances in Thailand. ・Kep1er and former TREASURE member MASHIHO confirmed to appear at the “Tsubamesanjo Japan Festival” to be held in September! First wave of artists announced ・From former TREASURE member MASHIHO to Yonga and RIEHATA! Attended the reception party for Korean cosmetics “TIRTIR” ■Work overview Film “Return to Bloom” <Cast> Takuya Mizoguchi, Ayase, Go Miura, Yudai Uchida, Nachi, Stephanie Akashi, Norida Nakamura, Popo Rontok <Staff> Executive producer: Kinji Iizuka Director, screenwriter, editor: Rikiya Muro Co-producer: Serina Seryna Cinematography: Karun Music: Gogo Kimura Theme song: MASHIHO “Soulmate” Planning and production: Con4table Films (Con4table Co., Ltd.) Distribution: Cinemago (Yukashi Co., Ltd.) Film “Return to Bloom” / Return to Bloom 2026 | Japan | 84 min | Drama Japanese, Tagalog, English <STORY> Kazuki, who runs his family’s Japanese restaurant in Tokyo with his mother, travels to Bohol Island with his girlfriend Sara, a trip he had long dreamed of. They spend irreplaceable time together, but one morning Kazuki wakes up to find that Sara, who should have been beside him, has disappeared. With no clues, Kazuki searches the entire island. There, he comes into contact with a certain truth that shakes his everyday life. ■Work overview Film “Return to Bloom” <Cast> Takuya Mizoguchi, Ayase, Go Miura, Yudai Uchida, Nachi, Stephanie Akashi, Norida Nakamura, Popo Rontok <Staff> Executive producer: Kinji Iizuka Director, screenwriter, editor: Rikiya Muro Co-producer: Serina Seryna Cinematography: Karun Music: Gogo Kimura Theme song: MASHIHO “Soulmate” Planning and production: Con4table Films (Con4table Co., Ltd.) Distribution: Cinemago (Yukashi Co., Ltd.) Film “Return to Bloom” / Return to Bloom 2026 | Japan | 84 min | Drama Japanese, Tagalog, English <STORY> Kazuki, who runs his family’s Japanese restaurant in Tokyo with his mother, travels to Bohol Island with his girlfriend Sara, a trip he had long dreamed of. They spend irreplaceable time together, but one morning Kazuki wakes up to find that Sara, who should have been beside him, has disappeared. With no clues, Kazuki searches the entire island. There, he comes into contact with a certain truth that shakes his everyday life.
TREASURE is making a comeback with an even more intense hip-hop style. YG Entertainment released a teaser for the digital single “SHOCK,” showing electric-shock-like effects, smoke, and flying debris, along with a short audio clip repeating “SHOCK SHOCK.” The single will be released on November 2 at 6 p.m. YG producer Yang Hyun-suk said the song reflects TREASURE’s ongoing musical shift and centers on a strong hip-hop sound. After the well-received mini album “NEW WAV” in June, TREASURE’s active promotions are expected to continue into next year and beyond.
TREASURE will release the live DVD and Blu-ray “TREASURE THE STAGE 2026 NEW WAV : LIVE IN JAPAN” on November 11, 2026. It includes the full Tokyo Ariake Arena tour finale, plus special bonus footage such as best moments, game digests, and light-stick views. A live CD and a new digital single are also scheduled.
Some K-pop artists, including IVE, KiiiKiii, FIFTY FIFTY, and Park Hyo-shin, submitted songs for the Grammy’s new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, along with Japanese and other Asian acts. But BTS, Stray Kids, and other major-label artists declined, amid debate over whether the category helps or isolates Asian music.
CJ ENM announced the second performer lineup for the 2026 MAMA AWARDS, to be held at Kyocera Dome Osaka on November 20 and 21, 2026. Under the theme “A MUSIC INTERSTELLAR,” the event will feature record-breaking numbers of performers, special stages, and the first MAMA FAN FESTA. Visa returns as title sponsor.
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