Jin Hae-seong, Supernova 1st place (Tropic)

Singer Jin Hae-seong took first place. According to the Trot Star voting web service ‘Trotpick’ on the 31st, Jin Hae-seong won first place in the Supernova category of the weekly vote for the 4th week of January with 424,800 points. Jin Hae-seong released the album ‘愛(ROMANCE)’ last year and successfully completed his first solo concert. Reporter Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com jhj@donga.com

Jeon Yu-jin, Weekly Female 1st Place (Trotpick)

Singer Jeon Yu-jin took first place. According to the Trot Star voting web service ‘Trotpick’ on the 31st, Jeon Yu-jin took first place in the female singer category of the weekly vote for the 4th week of January with 441,290 points. Jeon Yu-jin also showed her gratitude to her fans with a fan meeting last year and released a mini-album ‘Only You’ to commemorate her victory in ‘Current King of Singers’. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.com

Lim Young-woong, 1 million popularity #1 (Tropic)

Singer Lim Young-woong took first place. According to the Trot Star voting web service ‘Trotpick’ on the 31st, Lim Young-woong took first place in the male singer category of the weekly vote for the 4th week of January with 1,099,650 points. Lim Young-woong successfully held recital concerts at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul for a total of 6 days from December 27 to 29 last year and from January 2 to 4, 2025. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.com

BVB Girl‘s Eunji, Unique Presence on Stage (Idol Pick)

Group BVB‘s Eunji shows an unrivaled presence on stage. According to the star voting web service Idolpick on the 31st, BVB’s Eunji took first place in a special vote with the theme of ‘Which idol shows an unrivaled presence on stage?’ with 24,045 points. A total of 51,192 points were collected in this vote, and Eunji took first place with a high voting rate of approximately 40%. Kang Daniel (31%) and Kim Jaehwan (13%) took second and third place, respectively. BVB made a comeback in approximately 1 year and 5 months, releasing their second single ’LOVE 2’ on the 15th. Eunji caught the eye by showing off her stable live skills and performance through this comeback. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.com

BTS Jin, Weekly Most Votes #1 (Idol Pick)

BTS‘s Jin took the honor of receiving the most votes. According to idolpick, a star voting web service that “picks my own idol” on the 31st, BTS’ Jin earned 84,289 points in the male idol individual category in the third week of January, taking first place for the fourth consecutive week. At the same time, he proved his extraordinary popularity by taking first place in all categories in this weekly vote. Kolette Madelo, who appeared on the popular Philippine reality show “Pinoy Big Brother,” took first place in the international category with 48,008 points. Lee Chae-yeon took first place in the female idol individual category (6,274 points) for 49 consecutive weeks, and GOT7 took first place in the male group category (5,636 points) for 7 consecutive weeks. Baby Monster took first place in the female group category with 4,070 points. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.com

Rise, Youngpa, NCT WISH, Kickflip, Cha Seung-won, Ahn Eun-jin, Bae In-hyeok, Kim Ji-eun, Mimi Minu ‘Hot Top The Awards’

The excitement is rising as the 3rd lineup and 1st presenters (prize winners) of the 1st D Awards, the ‘Festival of Stars’, have been announced. RIIZE, YOUNG PASSE, NCT WISH, and Kick Flip have been named in the 3rd lineup of the 1st D Awards. Cha Seung-won, Ahn Eun-jin, Bae In-hyuk, Kim Ji-eun, and Mimi Minu have been selected for the 1st lineup of presenters who will cheer on the powerful start of the Awards. ‘K-pop top tier’ RIIZ will be appearing at the 1st D Awards. Following the digital single ‘Love 119’ last year, RIIZ released their first mini-album ‘Rising’(R

G-Dragon‘s ’Home Sweet Home‘, No. 1 on Genie’s Monthly Chart... 2 Consecutive Months

Singer G-Dragon‘s ‘HOME SWEET HOME’ has topped Genie Music’s monthly chart for two consecutive months. According to Genie Music, ‘HOME SWEET HOME’ sung by G-Dragon, Taeyang, and Daesung topped Genie Music‘s monthly chart for January. ‘HOME SWEET HOME’ is a song that conveys the charm of sensational and new music as well as nostalgia, and is receiving a lot of love from fans. Second place went to ‘APT.’, a global hit song sung by BLACKPINK member and solo singer Rosé and Bruno Mars. ‘APT.’, which shows the charm of sophisticated K-pop while being easy to sing along to, ranked 2nd on Genie’s monthly chart just like last month. ‘Whiplash’, sung by girl group Espa, which shows a unique charm with a worldview that crosses the boundaries between reality and the virtual and a powerful performance, took 3rd place. ‘I am a firefly’, a national comforting song sung by Hwang Ga-ram with his appealing voice, took 4th place. ‘Happy’, sung by Day6, the top band that led the band boom last year, took

WEi to hold Taipei fan concert in February

The group WEi will be holding a fan concert ‘2025 WEi FAN-CON ’The Feelings‘ in TAIPEI’ (hereafter ‘The Feelings’) in Taipei on February 15th and 16th. ‘The Feelings’ is WEi‘s first solo concert in Taipei. During this concert, WEi will present a high-quality performance of the title song ‘NOT ENOUGH’ and other tracks from their 7th mini album ‘The Feelings’, which was released on the 15th. WEi is expected to create special memories with local fans by also holding corners where they can communicate more closely with the audience. WEi recently successfully wrapped up promotions for their 7th mini album ‘The Feelings’. Through the title song ‘NOT ENOUGH’, WEi solidified their unrivaled position as ‘youth icons’ by expressing the emotions of love experienced by youth with a dreamy yet hazy melody. Jeon Hyo-jin, Donga.com reporter jhj@donga.com

STAYC, ‘GPT’ → KARA ‘Rock U’… Year-end party complete (Gayo Daejejeon)

The group STAYC caught everyone‘s attention with a variety of charming stages at the ‘Gayo Daejejeon’. STAYC (Sumin, Sieun, Isa, Seeun, Yoon, J) appeared on MBC’s ‘2024 MBC Gayo Daejejeon’, which aired on the 29th and 30th, and presented a variety of stages. On this day, STAYC appeared on stage in a styling reminiscent of a year-end party look and performed the title song ‘GPT’ of their digital single ‘... l (dot dot dot)’. STAYC, who garnered admiration with their lovely visuals and charming demeanor, conveyed the honest feelings of a cheeky unrequited lover with the six different vocals. STAYC‘s colorful heart performance also added to the fun to watch. The ‘Wave Heart’ point choreography of making a big heart above their heads and moving it, and the hand heart made with their thumbs and little fingers, etc. were highly addictive. In particular, the performance of holding a cell phone with both hands and typing a message and the ‘Beauty Attack’ performance left a deep impression. Jae

ZerobaseOne Ricky, Webtoon Man Transformation… Passed by Director Lee

Group ZEROBASEONE member Ricky came out of a webtoon. On the 30th, Ricky challenged himself with the makeup of a male protagonist from a webtoon in ‘IsaBae Makeup’, uploaded on the YouTube channel RISABAE. On this day, Ricky could not hide his excitement, saying, “I‘m interested in makeup. I’ve always wanted to get it done”. To match Ricky‘s desired beauty, Isabae started with the makeup of a dark yet sexy male protagonist from a mystery webtoon. Before the full makeup, Ricky looked at himself with his eyebrows trimmed and joked, “I think I’ll be able to impress my mother-in-law”. As the makeup gradually progressed, including adding picturesque shading, Ricky‘s gorgeous visuals shone through. Here, Isabae repeatedly exclaimed, “The real thing feels more like a cartoon,” while Ricky added to his charm with the unexpected charm of recharging his sugar with strawberry drinks every now and then. He also did not forget to talk about the pre-released song “Doctor! Doctor!” from the 5th mini

‘11th Debut Anniversary’ GOT7, Solo Concert Opens in 6 Years Today (31st) [DA:Today]

Group GOT7 (GOT7/JAY B, Mark, Jackson, Park Jin-young, Youngjae, BamBam, Yugyeom) will be holding their 2025 solo concert [NESTFEST] for three days from today (the 31st) and February 1st and 2nd at the Olympic Park Handball Stadium in Seoul. [NESTFEST] is GOT7‘s first full-group concert in six years, and it proved its unrivaled ticket power by selling out all tickets as soon as ticket sales opened. Thanks to the enthusiastic support of fans, tickets for the additional concert on January 31st also sold out in an instant, raising expectations. The unique concert title is a combination of ‘NEST’, which means the nest of Agase (official fandom name), and ‘FEST’, which heralds a festival-like concert. As it was also an opportunity to keep their promise of a full group concert after a long time, GOT7 conveyed their sincerity through the concert introduction, saying, “I’ve always missed the green Yoonseul. If you always wait for me in that place, I‘ll come back to you even if it takes a long

Moonbyul, Japanese debut title song MV teaser released… emotional band sound

MAMAMOO member Moonbyul has released the music video teaser for the title track ‘Hoshi Akari’ from her Japanese debut single ‘Moon Byul Japan Debut Single ’Aurora’’(hereafter ‘Aurora’). In the video, Moonbyul is wandering the streets, missing someone as she thinks of them. Soon, Moonbyul starts running at full speed, which connects with a band performance on the rooftop. Moonbyul enjoys her freedom as she sings with a bright smile. ‘Hoshi Akari’ means ‘starlight’, and the lyrics are lyrical and express love and eternity by comparing them to light. Moonbyul‘s deep, yet wistful voice is added to the emotional band sound, doubling the brilliance of the song. ‘Aurora’ is Moonbyul’s first single to be released in Japan in 11 years since her debut. It contains a total of three songs, including the title song ‘Hoshi Akari’, ‘Because of you’, ‘Is This Love? (Japanese Ver.)’, and each song has its own unique light.

‘Comeback’ Blackpink Jisoo, Highly Stimulating Visual Transformation

Group BLACKPINK‘s Jisoo has foreshadowed the overwhelming aura of ‘AMORTAGE’. On the 31st at midnight, Jisoo released the title poster for her solo mini-album ‘AMORTAGE’ through her agency BLISSOO’s official SNS. In the title poster, Jisoo captures attention with her mysterious aura and captivating gaze. This is the first visual for ‘AMORTAGE’ and is receiving a hot response from global fans immediately after its release. Interest is gathering for Jisoo‘s new story that foreshadows the narrative with just one cut. In particular, Jisoo’s gorgeous beauty stands out, creating a lovely mood with a white fur crop top reminiscent of cotton candy and her ponytail hair. Jisoo heightened the anticipation for this album by showing an overwhelming aura from the first visual of ‘AMORTAGE’. Jisoo‘s solo album name ‘AMORTAGE’ is a new word created by combining ‘AMOR’, which means love in French, and ‘MONTAGE’, a film composition technique. Jisoo’s unique sensibility is expressed in ‘AMORTAGE’

Jenny, pre-release of ‘Love Hangover’ today (31st)… Featuring Dominic Pike [DA:Today]

Group BLACKPINK‘s Jennie is making a splendid prelude to her first full-length album with ‘Love Hangover’. Today (the 31st) at 2 PM (Korean time), Jennie will release the single ‘Love Hangover’ through various music streaming sites. ‘Love Hangover’ is one of the tracks included in her first full-length solo album ‘Ruby’, which will be released on March 7th, and is a pre-released track. ‘Love Hangover’, which features Dominic Fike, is about an irresistible attraction that you know is not good for you. It talks about the emotional confusion of trying and failing to let go of someone who feels like both poison and cure. ‘Ruby’, which contains Jennie’s infinite musical potential, contains a total of 15 songs of various genres, including the single ‘Mantra’, which was released in October last year, ‘ZEN’, and ‘Love Hangover’. Childish Gambino, Doechii, and Do

ONF, Warming Up for Comeback… Regular 2nd Album Part 1 Timetable Revealed

The group ONF has revealed the timetable for their 2nd regular album Part 1 ‘ONF:MY IDENTITY’. According to the timetable, ONF will sequentially release an intro film, tracklist, highlight medley, and music video teaser ahead of their comeback. ONF will heighten the comeback fever with various teasing contents, such as releasing a total of 3 versions of concept clips and photos. Along with the promotional schedule, the timetable also features the mysterious phrase ‘Who Is This Stranger’, just like in the previously released coming soon image. The mysterious image fragments also increase curiosity about ONF‘s new album. ‘ONF:MY IDENTITY’ is ONF’s new album being released approximately 10 months after their 8th mini-album ‘BEAUTIFUL SHADOW’, released in April of last year. As you can see from the album title, it contains music that further solidifies ONF‘s group identity. ONF has been showing off their high-quality music and unique live performances.

Blackpink Jennie, ‘Global-level quantity offensive’ with first solo full-length album

Jennie of the super girl group Blackpink is going on a ‘global-level’ offensive for her first solo full-length album, which she has been preparing for over a year. She is focusing the attention of fans around the world by releasing pre-released songs one after another ahead of the release of her first full-length album ‘Ruby’ on March 7th and holding unprecedented showcases in the US and Incheon. Jennie will present ‘Love Hangover’, a track from her new album, at 2 PM on the 31st (Korean time). ‘Love Hangover’ is a pre-released track from ‘Ruby’, and she previously released ‘Mantra’ and ‘ZEN’, which will be included in this new album.

‘Trend’ SKZ, Adds Regions and Performances to World Tour [Entertainment News HOT]

The group Stray Kids has proven their global popularity by adding more venues and performance dates for their world tour. Their agency JYP Entertainment announced on the 30th that they have added more venues and performance dates for the Stray Kids world tour ‘Dominate’. Stray Kids will hold solo concerts as part of their world tour in Shizuoka on May 10-11 and 17-18, in Arlington on June 7, in Madrid on July 23, and in Rome on the 30th. In particular, Stray Kids will perform at large outdoor stadiums such as the Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa and the Rome Stadio Olimpico, earning them the title of ‘Global Stadium Artist’.

Espa embarks on a world tour encompassing North and South America and Europe [Entertainment News HOT]

The group aespa has embarked on a world tour spanning North and South America and Europe. According to their agency SM Entertainment on the 30th, aespa held the ‘2024-25 aespa Live Tour - Sync: Parallel Line’ at the Exeso ShoWear Center in Seattle, USA on the 29th (Korean time). The Seattle concert in particular sold out all tickets, even with restricted view seats, amid high interest from local fans. Starting in Seoul in June last year, they held a world tour in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Indonesia, Australia, Macau, and Thailand, and this year, through the Americas and Europe tour, they held concerts in the US, Mexico, Canada, the UK, France, the Netherlands,

Jenny, in a bold revealing dress… like a princess [DA★]

Girl group Blackpink‘s Jennie is garnering attention with her bold fashion. On the afternoon of the 30th, Jennie posted several photos on her SNS of herself attending a fashion event in Paris, France. In the photos, Jennie is wearing a dress with a skin tone and lots of beads. Jennie’s outfit, which boldly exposes her cleavage, is particularly eye-catching. Meanwhile, Jennie will be holding the ‘The Ruby Experience’ show in Los Angeles, New York, and Seoul to commemorate the release of her first solo full-length album ‘Ruby’. ‘The Ruby Experience’ will begin at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles (LA) on March 6th, and will be held at Radio City Music Hall in New York on the 10th and at Inspire Arena on the 15th. Reporter Choi Yoon-na, Donga.com yyynnn@donga.com

Got7, a heptagonal idol filled with only Jin-guk [Jeon Hyo-jin‘s selfish pick]

- Based on albums released from January 1st to January 29th, arranged in order of release date-◆ ONEUS Special Album [Dear.M] : We Are Young- Background music that encourages freedom. A cheer that fills an open stadium comes to mind. The perfect track to enjoy our own world, with our own sound, and our own freedom. Heart-pounding rock/metal sounds and ONEUS‘ powerful shout “We Are Young” filling the gap. Dreaming of the eternity of youth. ◆ WEi 7th Mini Album [The Feelings] : Fear- Smooth easy listening. Leader Jang Dae-hyun’s words, “I hope the members are proud of me”, were a well-founded confidence. ‘Fear’, written by Jang Dae-hyun, is a medium tempo track with an easy-to-listen acoustic guitar sound that is imbued with a yearning to save others from anxiety. It was placed at the end of the album and completed a very satisfying Yongduyongmi narrative. ◆ GOT7 [WINTER HEPTAGON]: Youth drama, OUT THE DOOR, her- A full seven that only Jin-guk gathered