Nov 29, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Im Siwan releases his debut solo mini-album "The Reason" on December 5 through SM Entertainment's new label SMArt, marking his first personal music project 15 years after debuting with ZE:A and establishing himself as a critically acclaimed actor in "Misaeng" and "Squid Game."
Nov 29, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
When g.o.d's youngest member Kim Tae Woo proposed reuniting for 40,000-seat stadium shows after 12 years apart, all four bandmates thought he'd lost his mind. But the maknae's unwavering belief in their music proved correct when reunion tickets sold out in 30 minutes and the tour culminated at Seoul Olympic Stadium.
Nov 28, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
NCT 127's Jungwoo held two sold-out shows for his first solo fan meeting "Golden Sugar Time" on November 28, 2025, premiering his debut single "SUGAR" before beginning military service on December 8. The SM Entertainment artist will make a final appearance on MBC's "Show! Music Core" on November 29 as both performer and special MC before enlisting in the Army Band.
Nov 28, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
BTS topped South Korea's November 2025 Star Brand Reputation Rankings with 9.9 million points as global anticipation builds for their comeback album in late 2025 and world tour in 2026 following their June military reunion.
Nov 28, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
ENHYPEN and Rosé won top honors at the 2025 MAMA Awards in Hong Kong, held November 28 under somber circumstances following the Wang Fuk Court fire that killed 128 people. The ceremony featured memorial tributes, $2.5 million in CJ ENM donations, and subdued performances as K-pop chose solidarity over spectacle.
Nov 26, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
BLACKPINK's Jennie confirmed to guest on TVING's Transit Love 4 in December during the group's tour break, marking her first variety appearance since May 2025's You Quiz on the Block.
Nov 26, 2025 AM EST - Hannah
BABYMONSTER, RIIZE's Wonbin, TWS's Shinyu, BOYNEXTDOOR's Leehan, and ZEROBASEONE members will bring Netflix's hit animated film "K-pop Demon Hunters" to life at the 2025 MAMA Awards on November 28-29 in Hong Kong. The Wonder Stage collaboration recreates the film's HUNTR/X vs Saja Boys battle, featuring performances of Grammy-nominated hit "Golden" and "I'll Be You Idol" at Kai Tak Stadium.
Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
CNBLUE completed their four-show Japan autumn tour in November 2025 celebrating their chart-topping single "Shintouya." The band performed a special Japanese version of "A Sleepless Night" and announced their 2026 world tour "3LOGY" spanning 13 cities across Asia and Oceania starting January 2026 in Seoul.
Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Taemin's Las Vegas concert on January 16, 2026 sold out in 10 minutes with 200,000 concurrent users attempting to buy tickets. The Dolby Live show follows his Kelly Clarkson Show appearance and precedes his historic Coachella 2026 performance as the only male K-pop solo artist on the lineup.
Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Legendary South Korean actor Lee Soon-jae, known as the "national TV dad," died at age 91 on November 25, 2025, from pneumonia after a seven-decade career spanning over 140 dramas including "High Kick!" and "What Is Love?". The veteran performer became the oldest actor to win the KBS Drama Awards Grand Prize in January 2025 for "Dog Knows Everything," cementing his legacy as one of Korea's most beloved entertainment icons.
Nov 25, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
N.Flying drummer Kim Jaehyun returns to acting with a lead role in the upcoming youth romantic comedy "Romance's Absolute Value," directed by Lee Tae-gon, marking his first project since completing military service in February 2025. The drama features Jaehyun as an English teacher alongside actress Kim Hyang-gi, continuing his dual career in both music and acting as N.Flying celebrates their 10th anniversary.
Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
CRAVITY won Best Stage and Best Artist 10 awards at the 2025 Korea Grand Music Awards on November 14, just days after releasing their epilogue album "Dare to Crave: Epilogue" with title track "Lemonade Fever," adding to their impressive collection of performance awards throughout 2024-2025.
Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
K-pop girl group ILLIT released their first single album "NOT CUTE ANYMORE" on November 24, marking a dramatic shift from their bright debut concept to a mature reggae-pop sound with subdued performances, just eight months after their viral debut hit "Magnetic" became the first K-pop debut song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100.
Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
Korean sibling duo AKMU will leave YG Entertainment in December 2025 after 12 years, with executive producer Yang Hyun Suk personally encouraging them to pursue independence and establish their own label.
Nov 24, 2025 PM EST - Hannah
RIIZE released their second single album "Fame" on November 24, 2025, marking their first venture into rage-style hip-hop while delivering a message that authentic human connection matters more than celebrity status. The three-track release follows their triple million-seller album "Odyssey" and showcases a darker, more aggressive sound than the SM Entertainment group's typical emotional pop style.
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