BOYNEXTDOOR (members Seongho, Liu, Myung Jae Hyun, Taesan, Lee Han, and Woonhak) is all set to release a Japanese version of their hit song One and Only I LOVE YOU! The Japanese single, titled 今日だけ I LOVE YOU (Kyōdake I LOVE YOU), will drop digitally on January 31, giving fans another reason to celebrate.

One and Only I LOVE YOU quickly became a sensation after its Korean release on January 6. Dubbed the “MZ breakup anthem,” the track perfectly combines emotional, relatable lyrics with an upbeat melody, capturing the hearts of listeners everywhere. It gained massive popularity in South Korea, climbing to No. 4 on Melon’s “Top 100” chart just a day after its release. It later peaked at No. 20 on the daily chart and secured No. 32 on the weekly chart from January 6–12, marking a new personal best for the group.

The song didn’t just dominate in Korea—it also made waves in Japan. It debuted at No. 8 on the Oricon Daily Digital Single Ranking, making it the highest debut ever for a 5th-generation K-pop boy group. It also topped Line Music’s “Daily Top Songs” chart on January 9, proving the group’s growing influence in the region.

But that’s not all! BOYNEXTDOOR is keeping their Japanese fans engaged with a special pop-up store event. The BOYNEXTDOOR POP-UP STORE ‘KNOCK ON Vol.1’ will feature exclusive merchandise and fun items related to their adorable mascot, “Ppeunectdo.” The pop-up will be open in Tokyo from January 25 to February 5 and in Osaka from February 1 to February 9.

On top of their single release and pop-up events, BOYNEXTDOOR will be embarking on their first-ever solo tour in Japan! The BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR ‘KNOCK ON Vol.1’ kicks off on January 30 in Tokyo, with stops in Aichi, Osaka, Miyagi, Fukuoka, and Kanagawa. The tour will include 12 performances across six cities, giving fans plenty of chances to see the group live.

BOYNEXTDOOR continues to show their potential as one of the leading 5th-generation K-pop groups. With their viral hits, exciting events, and upcoming tour, 2025 is shaping up to be their year.

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The upcoming SBS drama Love Scout, starring Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk, is already making headlines—but for all the wrong reasons.

Recent revelations about the show’s co-director, Ham Joon Ho, have sparked controversy. It was revealed that Ham Joon Ho had faced legal issues in 2020 for assault and defamation while intoxicated.

This incident led to disciplinary action within SBS and has raised questions about his involvement in the new project.

On January 13, the production team of Love Scout released an official apology, saying, "We deeply regret causing concern with unpleasant news related to PD Ham Joon Ho."

They confirmed the allegations, stating, "It is true that PD Ham Joon Ho was accused of assault and defamation while intoxicated in early 2020. However, he sincerely apologized to all victims, and the matter was resolved through forgiveness and mutual agreement."

They added, "He also received legal punishment for the incident. Additionally, reports about his prior criminal record from five years ago are unrelated to this case, as they involve a misdemeanor."

The team explained that Ham Joon Ho was suspended from his duties following the incident and spent three years reflecting on his actions before returning to directing. They added, "We kindly ask for viewers’ understanding."

The controversy began after online posts brought up the 2020 incident, sharing a news article from that time. The article described an SBS drama department employee, referred to as “A,” causing a disturbance in Hannam-dong, Seoul, while intoxicated. Police booked “A,” and due to their prior criminal record, an arrest warrant was requested but later denied.

It was later confirmed that “A” was PD Ham Joon Ho. After serving his suspension, he made his directorial comeback with the SBS drama Payback before taking on Love Scout.

Despite the production team's apology, the controversy has cast a shadow over the highly anticipated drama, leaving viewers wondering how it will impact the show’s reception.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story unfolds!

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