BTS was recognized by Billboard magazine as one of the top pop stars of the 21st century, ranking at No. 19 on the list of 25. The article praised the band for elevating K-pop to global success and setting new standards for hitmaking and fan dedication. It also highlighted the band's achievements, such as topping the Billboard 200 and Hot 100 charts multiple times and receiving five Grammy nominations. Additionally, individual accomplishments of members Jimin and Jungkook were mentioned, including their solo songs' success on the Billboard Hot 100. EXO's Baekhyun achieved another milestone as his fourth solo EP, "Hello, World," sold over 1 million copies within five days, marking his third consecutive million-seller as a solo artist. The album received widespread success, topping iTunes' Top Albums Chart in 33 regions and featuring the hit track "Pineapple Slice," which reached No. 1 on the Top Songs Chart in 24 regions. Baekhyun expressed his excitement about the album's success and is hosting a pop-up store in Seoul to celebrate its release. Taeyang, from The Black Label agency, decided to livestream his upcoming live show in Tokyo through the online platform Beyond Live, making it accessible to global audiences. This decision follows the success of his solo tour "The Light Year," which kicked off in Seoul and featured surprise performances by G Dragon and Daesung. The tour will continue in various cities in Asia, including Osaka and Tokyo, where the Tokyo concert will be livestreamed for the first time. Additionally, girl group Unis is set to host its first fan meeting in Japan, providing an opportunity for fans to interact closely with the members and celebrate the group's recent achievements.