Rookie group BABYMONSTER kicked off their debut fan meeting tour, ‘[BABYMONSTER PRESENTS: SEE YOU THERE] IN JAPAN,’ on the 11th and 12th at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena, to resounding success.

The event witnessed a full house with all 26,000 seats, including an additional allocation due to overwhelming demand, selling out in no time.

BABYMONSTER set the stage ablaze with their debut track ‘SHEESH’, eliciting thunderous applause. They further mesmerized the audience with a diverse setlist, featuring the first-ever live performances of ‘LIKE THAT’ and ‘Stuck In The Middle (Remix)’ from their debut mini-album, a full-group performance of ‘BATTER UP’, and covers from their debut reality series.

The concert was a spectacle of explosive vocals, dynamic rap, powerful group dances, and electrifying live performances that kept the audience on the edge of their seats.

Despite being newbies, the members displayed relaxed stage presence, engaging the audience and heating up the venue.

The members had prepared special content for their first fan meeting, adding a personal touch to the event. They interacted closely with fans, answering random questions in a profile-making segment and creating unforgettable memories through interactive games like relay drawing.

BABYMONSTER members, including Asa who returned to her homeland, expressed their heartfelt gratitude: “We were nervous as it was our first fan meeting, but time flew by in the company of our fans. It’s touching and an honor to connect with so many people. We are grateful to the fans who enjoyed our performance and supported us.”

Having successfully launched their debut fan meeting tour, BABYMONSTER is set to take the show to Jakarta, Indonesia, on June 8. The tour will continue with performances in Singapore on June 15, Taipei on June 23, and Bangkok, Thailand, on June 29 and 30, marking their global footprint with a total of seven shows in five cities.

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KBS is getting ready to shake up its 2025 spring variety lineup, and one of the most talked-about shows is Park Bo Gum’s Cantabile!

On March 7, KBS held a press conference at the KBS International Conference Room in Yeouido, Seoul, to introduce its upcoming variety programs. Several CPs (chief producers) attended the event, including Park Seok-hyung, who is directing Park Bo Gum’s Cantabile.

During the event, CP Park Seok-hyung explained why Park Bo Gum was chosen as the host. "Having Park Bo Gum as the MC was a bit of a challenge for us. Respect is crucial in a music talk show, and we felt that Park Bo Gum, with his deep love for music, would be able to communicate well with musicians."

This decision is a big first for KBS—until now, the network’s signature music talk show, The Seasons, has always been hosted by singers.

Now, with an actor like Park Bo Gum taking the lead, the show is expected to bring a new and refreshing vibe to the genre.

Alongside Park Bo Gum’s Cantabile, KBS is bringing back some beloved shows and exciting new programs:

Kang Ho Dong will return as the host of Study and Nolbu, a quiz talk show for parents and children.

The Problematic Men of the Rooftop Room, which ran for seven years starting in 2018, is making a comeback.

Ballunteer will feature former soccer star Lee Young-pyo and singer Lee Chan-won as they take on hilarious futsal challenges.

Actress Lee Min-jung will host Going and Coming Lee Min-jung, a wholesome rural reality show where she sells goods with other actors.

Meanwhile, KBS’s legendary comedy show Gag Concert is officially returning on March 16, moving to prime time on Sundays at 9:20 PM KST.

Here’s when you can catch these exciting new and returning shows:
Park Bo Gum’s Cantabile – Every Friday at 10 PM KST, starting March 14
Gag Concert – March 16 (Sundays at 9:20 PM KST)
Study and Nolbu – March 31 (Mondays at 9:50 PM KST)
The Problematic Men of the Rooftop Room – April 3 (Thursdays at 8:30 PM KST)
Going and Coming Lee Min-jung – May 23 (Fridays at 10 PM KST)

With Park Bo Gum stepping into a brand-new challenge as a music talk show MC, fans are eagerly waiting to see if he will rise to the occasion and bring something fresh to KBS’s long-running series.

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