RIIZE

In October, the K-pop scene was shaken by several events: RIIZE's Sunghoon announced his departure just two days after a comeback, FTISLAND's Choi Minhwan faced allegations of sex trafficking, and Kim Hyuna married former Highlight member Yong Junhyung. These stories highlight the challenges and changes within the industry.

SUPER JUNIORのヒチョルがYouTubeでRIIZEの純粋さを語り、彼らのバラエティ出演に関するエピソードを披露。飲み会では369ゲームを楽しむ様子が紹介され、RIIZEの出演動画が少なかったことを笑いを交えて話した。

During the 'TV Chosun University Song Festival', Yoon Sang discussed his feelings about becoming a father to RIIZE's Anton. He humorously recalled his own parents' doubts about his debut as a singer. The event featured performances, including a guitar duel between Park Seol and Lee Jae Yeop, both receiving praise from the judges.

The first KOREA GRAND MUSIC AWARDS (KGMA) will take place on November 16-17 in Incheon, honoring K-POP artists and songs. Hosted by NewJeans' Hani and actress Nam Ji-hyun, the event will feature performances from popular artists like EXO, aespa, and more. The awards aim to celebrate diverse music genres and foster fan-artist interactions.

The KCON Germany 2024 concert, held in Frankfurt, will air as a special edition on October 31. It features performances from artists like DREAMCATCHER, SHINee's Key, and GOT7's Yugyeom, along with unique stages and covers. The event marks KCON's first German edition and promises exclusive content.

The 'SUPERPOP JAPAN 2024' festival will take place in Osaka on November 9-10, showcasing top K-POP and J-POP artists. The lineup includes popular acts like BLACKPINK's Jennie and various food and cultural experiences. Tickets are on sale now, with high demand expected.

On October 17, the first BLUE HAPPY FESTIVAL 2024 took place in Kanagawa, raising funds for Ronald McDonald House. The event featured performances by 超特急 and RIIZE, with a vibrant atmosphere as 9,000 attendees enjoyed the music and participated in charity activities, including donations from Happy Meal purchases.

RIIZE and 超特急 performed at 'The BLUE HAPPY FESTIVAL 2024', expressing their enthusiasm in a press conference. They wore blue outfits and shared their experiences, including their joy in collaborating and connecting with fans. The event supports the Ronald McDonald House Charities Japan.

RIIZE and Choutokkyuu performed at 'The BLUE HAPPY FESTIVAL 2024', a charity event supporting Ronald McDonald House. Both groups expressed their enthusiasm and humor during a press conference, discussing their performances and the significance of the event. They aim to raise awareness for the charity through their music.

SM Entertainment has announced its commitment to legally protect RIIZE and Sunghwan from malicious attacks, including defamation and false rumors. They are actively collecting evidence and pursuing legal action against those spreading harmful content, emphasizing that such actions are criminal offenses. Fans are thanked for their support as the company continues to monitor and respond to these issues.