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K-Pop Soars in 2025: BTS Returns, New Hits Rise

12/8/2025

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In 2025, Korean music thrived as K-pop idols pushed artistic boundaries.
The animated film Kpop Demon Hunters became Netflix's most-watched film, earning five Grammy nominations.
New groups Cortis and KiiiKiii embraced unique concepts, and Allday Project marked a return of co-ed K-pop.
BTS members, after military service, announced a new album and world tour, while individual members achieved solo success with record streams and Grammy nominations.

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Story summary

In 2025, Korean music thrived as K-pop idols pushed artistic boundaries.
The animated film Kpop Demon Hunters became Netflix's most-watched film, earning five Grammy nominations.
New groups Cortis and KiiiKiii embraced unique concepts, and Allday Project marked a return of co-ed K-pop.
BTS members, after military service, announced a new album and world tour, while individual members achieved solo success with record streams and Grammy nominations.