With the beginning of 2025, many K-pop fans are excited about their stars’ comebacks. The popularity of Korean pop music is very likely to continue this year. Today we want to explore fresh K-pop trends we can expect this year as well as comeback releases. For that, we are now connected to Professor CedarBough Saeji at Pusan National University. Good to see you Professor Saeji!
Q1-1. With the start of the new year, K-pop acts have been releasing new songs one after another, signaling a full-fledged comeback season. Even today, this Monday, we’re seeing new releases. Please tell us about the latest comebacks Professor Saeji.
Q1-2. Is there any group or singer in particular that’s raising expectations and why?
Q2. 2025 is a year that Army, BTS fans, are particularly excited about, as all members of BTS will have completed their mandatory military service in the coming months. How do you see their comeback as a complete group?
Q3. On the other hand, some male idols will have to take a break from their activities as they enroll into the military this year. Seventeen for instance is said to be preparing for such break.
Q4. This year we will also see the return of BLACKPINK as a whole band after a period of solo careers. What impact will their reunion have on the music industry?
Q5. Some highly anticipated new faces are also going to appear on the K-pop scene. The top three K-pop entertainment giants JYP, SM, and YG are all set to launch new groups this year, aren’t they?
Q6. Finally Professor Saeji, what issues in the K-pop industry are you looking forward to the most in 2025?
Source : Arirang TV, https://www.arirang.com/news/view?id=279624
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