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MUSICGangnam ‘Everyone, Kang Nami is here’The 1st D Awards with upick, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by ‘upick’ and WSM (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University in Seoul. The D*AWARDS DELIGHTS BLUE LABEL presenter Kang Nam is greeting fans. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICWhen in doubt, white dress revealing collarboneThe 1st D Awards with upick, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by ‘upick’ and WSM (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University in Seoul. Actor Go Min-si, who served as the MC, is hosting the event. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICWhen in trouble, a lovely smileThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga (hosted by Sports Donga, WSM, organized by UPICK, WSM, sponsored by GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University. Go Min-si, who served as the MC, is hosting the awards ceremony. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICKim Ji-eun, the winner announced with a refreshing smileThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by UPICK (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Actress Kim Ji-eun, the presenter of the D*AWARDS BLACK LABEL Performance of the Year award, is announcing the winner. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICNojeong, not a witch but a beautyThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by UPICK (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Actor Noh Jeong-ui, the presenter of the D*AWARDS BLACK LABEL Record of the Year award, is announcing the winner. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICPark Jin-young, cool even when he‘s stillThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by UPICK (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Actor Park Jin-young, the presenter of the D*AWARDS BLACK LABEL Record of the Year award, is announcing the winner. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICPark Jin-young and Noh Jeong-ui, one step that catches the eyeThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by UPICK (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Actors Park Jin-young and Noh Jeong-ui, presenters of the D*AWARDS BLACK LABEL Record of the Year, are entering. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICBang Min-ah, a daring dressThe 1st D Awards with upick, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by ‘upick’ and WSM (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University in Seoul. Singer and actress Bang Min-ah, the presenter of the D*AWARDS IMPACT, is greeting fans. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICBae In-hyeok, a smile that makes young girls fall in loveThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by UPICK (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Actor Bae In-hyuk, the presenter of the D*AWARDS BLACK LABEL Performance of the Year award, is smiling. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICSeo Beom-jun, nervous winner announcementThe 1st D Awards with upick, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by ‘upick’ and WSM (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University in Seoul. The D*AWARDS DREAMS SILVER LABEL presenter Seo Beom-jun is announcing the winners. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICEun-jin Ahn, a dress that emphasizes the shoulder lineThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by UPICK (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Actress Ahn Eun-jin, the presenter of the D*Awards Iconic award, is announcing the winners. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICEun-jin Ahn, the winner announcement was also elegantThe 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University. Actress Ahn Eun-jin, the presenter of the D*Awards Iconic award, is announcing the winners. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICLee Hak-ju, are you curious about the winner?The 1st D Awards with UPICK, hosted by Sports Donga (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University. D*AWARDS DELIGHTS BLUE LABEL presenter Lee Hak-joo is announcing the winners. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICJo Yuri, Off-the-Shoulder DressThe 1st D Awards with UPICK hosted by Sports Donga (hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM, organized by: UPICK, WSM, sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) was held at the Hwajeong Gymnasium at Korea University on the 22nd. Jo Yu-ri, who won the D*AWARDS IMPACT, is expressing her feelings about receiving the award. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICHwang Chan-sung came to present awards to junior singersThe 1st D Awards with upick, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by ‘upick’ and WSM (Hosted by: Sports Donga, WSM · Organized by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA), was held on the 22nd at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University in Seoul. Singer and actor Hwang Chan-sung, the presenter of the D*AWARDS Remark, is announcing the winners. Reporter Joo Hyun-hee teth1147@donga.comFeb 23, 2025
MUSICIve Fall·Riz ‘Music Core’ Special MC… ‘Rebel Heart’ Reclaims 1st PlaceIve‘s Gaeul and Liz are the special MCs for ‘Music Core’… ‘Rebel Heart’ reclaims 1st place Ive’s Gaeul and Liz showed perfect chemistry as special MCs. Gaeul and Liz appeared as special MCs on MBC‘s ‘Show! Music Core (hereafter referred to as ’Music Core‘)’ that aired on the 22nd. They appeared as the 2MCs on the broadcast date, February 22nd, and showed off the visual chemistry of ‘Garibiz (the name of the combination of Gaeul and Liz)’ in gray-colored twin looks. Liz said, “I’ll really leave a lasting impression on you all with my overwhelming visuals and attitude”, expressing her determination to be the special MC, and Gaeul, who is taking on her first time as an MC on a music show, also expressed her determination, saying, “I‘ll ask you to take good care of me”. The two led the program steadily with their smooth comments and diction that was easy on the ears. In particular, he naturally conducted interviews with comeback artists and appropriately pointed out song introductions andFeb 23, 2025
MUSIC‘Debut D-1’ Hearts To Hearts Anticipation Rising… Debut Song Music Video Teaser Released‘Debut D-1’ Hearts 2 Hearts‘ expectations skyrocket... Debut song music video teaser released A day before their debut, SM Entertainment’s new girl group Hearts 2 Hearts has released a music video teaser for their debut song ‘The Chase’. Today (the 23rd) at midnight, the music video teaser for the title song ‘The Chase’ of Hearts 2 Hearts‘ first single was posted on YouTube SMTOWN channels and other channels. The video was a sneak peek at the mysterious charm of their debut song, which had been kept under wraps, and the sophisticated visuals of the eight members. The title song ‘The Chase’ is a song that creates a mysterious and mysterious atmosphere with a combination of dreamy sound sources and vocal melodies. The track’s mood change, which is centered around a strong and unique bass synth, is particularly notable. The lyrics contain a confident message of ‘I will make my own path’ and emotions of excitement and curiosity about the new world that will unfold in the future. The musicFeb 23, 2025
MUSIC‘K-Pop New Festival’ The Awards, Who Are the Three-Color Trophy Winners? [Comprehensive]The ‘1st D Awards’ has come to a splendid close as a festival for all the K-pop stars. On the 22nd, the K-pop awards ceremony ‘1st D Awards with upick’, hosted by Sports Donga and organized by upick WSM, concluded successfully at the Hwajeong Gymnasium of Korea University in Seoul. The Awards, which promoted itself as a ‘Future K-pop Festival’, was broadcast exclusively through ‘Channel A’ from 10:30 PM that day. The ‘Years’ title that shone K-pop in 2024 went to eight top groups who won the first award at the first awards ceremony. ‘Artist of the Year’ (ArFeb 23, 2025
MUSICAstro, 9th Debut Anniversary… Aloha Gift ‘Twilight’ Released [DA:Today]Astro, 9th debut anniversary… Release of Aloha’s gift, ‘Twilight’ [DA:Today] Group Astro (under Fantagio) has prepared a special gift for Aloha (fandom). They are releasing the single ‘Twilight’ to commemorate their 9th debut anniversary. ‘Twilight’ is a song produced by leader JinJin himself, and it expresses the current situation where the sun rises after a difficult and dark time. The song begins with the sound of a clock and a refreshing piano melody in the intro that seem to symbolize the time that Astro and Aloha (official fandom name) spent together, and the members’ sweet voices blend in with it. The synth sound and electric guitar line of the chorus blend with rich vocal harmonies to double the emotion. In addition, producer team AIMING, who has collaborated with ASTRO, participated and brought out ASTRO‘s unique lyrical musical color. ASTRO, which debuted on February 23, 2016, celebrated its meaningful 9th anniversary on this day as a global group that has solidified its teamFeb 23, 2025
MUSICBang Min-ah, hook fine chest line… radiating unexpected healthy beauty [DA★]Bang Min-ah, hook fine chest line… radiating unexpected healthy beauty [DA★] Actress Bang Min-ah, formerly of the group Girl‘s Day, showed off unexpected healthy beauty. On the night of the 22nd, Bang Min-ah posted several photos on her Instagram with the caption, “Hi.” In the photos, she is wearing a unique dress with a deep chest line and striking various poses. Bang Min-ah, who aroused envy with her moist, dewy skin, also caught people’s attention with her slender shoulder line and surprising healthy beauty. Meanwhile, Bang Min-ah attended the 1st D Awards with upick (Hosted by Sports Donga, WSM · Hosted by: UPICK, WSM · Sponsored by: GK Link, ITTA) hosted by Sports Donga and organized by ‘upick’ and WSM as a presenter of the D*AWARDS IMPACT award. Reporter Jeong Hee-yeon, Donga.com shine2562@donga.comFeb 23, 2025