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News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
ASEA Day 2: i-dle, Kim Hye Yoon And ZEROBASEONE Rule The Event
Last Updated: After aespa and BLACKPINK's Jisoo dominated the first day of the ceremony, i-DLE took the spotlight on the second day. The Asia Star Entertainer Awards made a grand return for its second season on May 28, 2025. Launched by Newsen and Star1 magazine, the ceremony kicked off its first night at Yokohama K-Arena in Japan. The star-studded event continued with a glamorous second day on May 29, hosted by THE BOYZ's Younghoon alongside Monsta X's Kim Hye Yoon and Hyungwon. After aespa and BLACKPINK's Jisoo dominated the first day of the ceremony, i-dle took the spotlight on the second day as the group took home three major awards of the ceremony. It included Record of the Year, Global K-pop Leader, and Platinum. Even Lovely Runner stars Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok shone bright, winning three awards during the night. The coveted Performance of the Year award was claimed by ZEROBASEONE, who also took home the Platinum honour. Other prestigious Platinum winners included Sakurazaka46, &Team, THE BOYZ, and THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE. Actress Kim Hye Yoon was honoured with the Best Artist award, while Choo Young Woo and Byeon Woo Seok jointly received the Best Artist (Male) award. The Best Male Group award went to PLAVE, and BTOB took home the Best Vocal Group award. Other notable winners included ATARASHII GAKKO as Best Artist (Singer), HANA as Best New Artist (Singer), and Jo Yu Ri as Best New Artist (Actress). THE BOYZ also bagged the Best Conceptual Artist of the Year award. BTS' Jin won the Best OST award for Close to You from When the Stars Gossip. Joining him in this category, Byeon Woo Seok was honoured for Sudden Shower from the Lovely Runner OST. The Hot Icon award went to two boy bands, and FANTASY BOYS, while the Hot Trend award was claimed by BADVILLAIN and NouerA. Other notable winners on ASEA Day 2 included Lim Young Woong, Lee Se Young, and Sakaguchi Kentaro, who received the Fan Choice Artist (Singer) and Fan Choice Couple awards. On the first day of the ceremony, aespa took home both Artist of the Year and Song of the Year awards. ENHYPEN's album ROMANCE: UNTOLD won Album of the Year, and BLACKPINK's Jisoo captured the spotlight with the Best Solo of the Year (Female) award. First Published:
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
ASEA 2025 Full Winners List Day 2: BTS' Jin ties with Lovely Runner for Best OST, Byeon Woo Seok-Kim Hye Yoon grab 3 trophies each
Asia Star Entertainer Awards 2025 (ASEA) Day 1 kicked off yesterday, May 28, and let's just say — it started strong. From powerhouse wins by BLACKPINK's Jisoo, ENHYPEN, aespa, and Heart2Heart, the energy was off the charts, and the crowd was living for it. Now, it's Day 2, the final stretch, and the vibe is pure glam, talent and power. Held at the iconic K-Arena Yokohama in Japan, this two-day celebration of Asia's brightest stars is proving to be even bigger and bolder in its second year. With the global rise of K-pop and K-drama still going strong, ASEA 2025 is the place to be. Let's dive into the winners' list to see who won what and how many awards they received. ASEA 2025 Day 2 Winners List I-DLE took home Record of the Year, proving once again they're fan favourite. BADVILLAIN – Snagged the HOT TREND title for bringing bold energy and standout debut vibes. NouerA – Took home HOT TREND for making waves with fresh sound and style. HANA – Crowned THE BEST NEW ARTIST (Singer) with a breakthrough that's impossible to ignore. – Named HOT ICON, proving their growing influence in the new-gen scene. FANTASY BOYS – Also grabbed HOT ICON status for their fan-fueled momentum. SKY-HI – Won PRODUCER OF THE YEAR for shaping some of the most talked-about hits. ATARASHII GAKKO! – Took THE BEST ARTIST (Singer) with their genre-blending impact and bold identity. I-DLE – Earned GLOBAL K-POP LEADER for dominating charts and stages worldwide. CHOO YOUNGWOO – A double win: GLOBAL RISING ARTIST and BEST ARTIST (Actor) for his growing star power. JIN (BTS) – Won THE BEST OST for 'Close to You." ECLIPSE – Also took THE BEST OST for 'Sudden Shower." SAKURAZAKA46 – Honored with THE PLATINUM award for their continued excellence. ZEROBASEONE – Big win with THE PLATINUM and PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR &TEAM – Secured THE PLATINUM THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE – Claimed THE PLATINUM THE BOYZ – Walked away with THE PLATINUM and BEST CONCEPTUAL ARTIST. I-DLE – Also bagged THE PLATINUM, doubling up alongside their GLOBAL K-POP LEADER win. BTOB – Awarded THE BEST VOCAL GROUP for their unmatched harmonies. PLAVE – Another double win: THE BEST GROUP (Male) and FAN CHOICE 5th Gen. LIM YOUNG WOONG – Took home FAN CHOICE ARTIST (Singer). LEE SEYOUNG & KENTARO SAKAGUCHI – Voted FAN CHOICE COUPLE. KIM HYE YOON BYEON WOO SEOK – Took both FAN CHOICE ARTIST (Actor) and BEST ARTIST (Actor) JO YURI – Named BEST NEW ARTIST (Actress) Who Won How Many Awards? Kim Hye Yoon took home 3 awards — Fan Choice Character, Best Artist (Actress), and Fan Choice Artist (Actress). Byeon Woo Seok grabbed 3 awards — Best Artist (Actor) and Fan Choice Artist (Actor), and BEST OST For Eclipse. Choo Young Woo also secured 2 awards — Global Rising Artist and Best Artist (Actor). ZEROBASEONE walked away with 2 awards — The Platinum and Performance of the Year. THE BOYZ earned 2 awards — The Platinum and Best Conceptual Artist. I-DLE took home 3 awards— Global K-pop Leader, The Platinum, and Record of the Year. PLAVE claimed 2 fan-powered wins — Best Group (Male) and Fan Choice 5th Gen. BTS' Jin claimed 1 award — Best OST for 'Close to You'. Day 2 marked the grand finale of ASEA 2025, and every winner was truly well-deserving. But this night wasn't just about trophies—it was the vibe, the fan power, and those electric moments that remind us why K-entertainment has the world hooked. A perfect ending to an unforgettable celebration.
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘You need a lesson': Nana doubles down on criticism of THE BOYZ's Sunwoo over viral video with guard (VIDEO)
SEOUL, April 13 — Actress and former After School member Nana has reportedly stood by her criticism of THE BOYZ's Sunwoo, after a viral video of the idol sparked controversy over his behaviour toward a security guard. According to a report in The Korea Times, the footage, which circulated widely on social media, was said to show Sunwoo dropping his wireless earbuds and remaining still as a security guard picked them up and returned them using both hands. Sunwoo reportedly accepts them with one hand, without bowing or visibly thanking the guard — a gesture netizens have called disrespectful. 'He needs to be scolded,' Nana was reported to have commented under a post of the video. In response to fan backlash, she later doubled down in another comment, reportedly saying, 'Where did you learn to act like that? You can tell everything from one thing.' A viral video of THE BOYZ's Sunwoo: SW had dropped a pair of received criticism for allegedly not thanking the security guard and for not picking up the dropped item himself._actress & former idol Nana: Looks like he ought to be scoldedLinkhttps:// — Bee (@Beevl__) April 11, 2025 Sunwoo has since addressed the incident on a fan communication platform, reportedly acknowledging that the clip made him appear rude, as it looked like he took the earbuds without any gesture of appreciation. He claimed he did say 'thank you' but did not bow, and promised to be more mindful moving forward. The incident has triggered heated debate online, with some defending Sunwoo and others applauding Nana for speaking up. Both stars are currently active — Sunwoo with THE BOYZ's new album Unexpected, and Nana in the upcoming film Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Agoda Offers Free Tickets for Hong Kong Fans to See NCT WISH, THE BOYZ, n.SSign and More at Seoul Spring Festa
HONG KONG, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda is giving K-pop fans in Hong Kong a reason to cheer with an exclusive offer to attend the Seoul Spring Festa's opening concert, WONDER SHOW, which will take place on Wed, Apr. 30 at Seoul World Cup Stadium. Fans from Hong Kong, Mainland China, Taiwan, and Japan can snag two free tickets per booking to the highly anticipated event featuring K-pop artists NCT WISH, THE BOYZ, TWS, NMIXX, god, STAYC, ALL(H)OURS, NEXZ, KickFlip, Hearts2Hearts, NouerA, KiiiKiii and more to be announced*. Travelers can secure the free tickets through the 'Agoda x Wonder Show' special room package available via participating properties on Agoda. The offer will be available starting March 17 to April 11, 2025, for check-ins between April 21-30, 2025, and includes an additional discount of up to 15% off accommodations. The Seoul Spring Festa, a city-wide celebration of Korean culture, food, and entertainment, culminates in the Wonder Show on April 30, 2025. This year's lineup promises an unforgettable evening with performances by NCT WISH, known for their electrifying stage presence; THE BOYZ, celebrated for their dynamic choreography; and the rising stars captivating fans across Asia, and many more. Pre-sale tickets for the event have already sold out, making Agoda's offer a golden opportunity for fans to experience the magic of K-pop live. Jay Lee, Country Director, South Korea at Agoda, shared, "K-pop is more than just a genre—it's an experience, and Agoda is making it even more accessible for fans in Hong Kong. With free tickets to the Seoul Spring Festa Wonder Show featuring NCT WISH, THE BOYZ, and others, plus amazing hotel discounts, we're making it easier than ever to turn a love for K-pop into an unforgettable adventure in Seoul." In addition to the Wonder Show, travelers can enhance their Seoul experience by booking the Discover Seoul Pass on Agoda. This all-in-one pass is designed for travelers looking to make the most of their time in Seoul with access to major attractions, transportation, and connectivity, ensuring visitors can explore the city with ease and convenience. With over 5 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities available, Agoda offers everything travelers need to plan their perfect trip. For more information on this exclusive offer and to book your stay, visit or download the Agoda mobile app for the best deals. * The lineup for the Seoul Spring Festa Wonder show is subject to change. --- ENDS --- View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Agoda
