IVE’s Jang Won Young and Lee Jun Young confirmed as hosts for 2025 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan

Jang Won Young and Lee Jun Young confirmed as hosts for 2025 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan

KBS has officially announced the emcee lineup for the highly anticipated 2025 Music Bank Global Festival in Japan, and it features two of the most in-demand stars of the moment - IVE’s Jang Won Young and actor-idol Lee Jun Young.

The announcement confirmed that the duo will take the stage as hosts for both nights of the massive year-end show. Their pairing is already creating buzz thanks to Won Young’s experience leading major broadcast events and Lee Jun Young’s growing reputation as a versatile performer with strong hosting charm.

This year’s Music Bank Global Festival marks a major milestone for K-pop. It will be held on December 13 and 14 at the Japan National Stadium in Tokyo, making it the first-ever K-pop concert to take place at the iconic venue.

The two-night event is stacked with some of the biggest and fastest-rising names in K-pop.

Day 1 Performers on December 13 include ATEEZ, ITZY, TXT, ENHYPEN, NMIXX, BOYNEXTDOOR, RIIZE, ILLIT, KickFlip, Hearts2Hearts, IDID.

Day 2 Performers on December 14 are TVXQ’s Yunho, Stray Kids, NiziU, IVE, &TEAM, xikers, ZEROBASEONE, TWS, NCT WISH, NEXZ, izna, KiiiKiii, CORTIS.

With both senior and rookie groups sharing the bill, fans can expect dynamic stages, special collaborations, and exclusive festival-only performances.

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Although filming will take place across two days, the 2025 Music Bank Global Festival will be broadcast as a one-night special on KBS 2TV on December 30 at 8:30 pm KST, allowing global viewers to enjoy the best cuts from both nights in a curated year-end celebration.

Jang Won Young, known for her poise, bilingual skills, and polished presence, is already a familiar face to viewers of major music shows. Meanwhile, Lee Jun Young, who has built an impressive career spanning K-pop, acting, and variety, is expected to bring sharp wit and steady stage control. Their chemistry is anticipated to be one of the highlights of the event.