NCT's Doyoung Wins First Place on Music Bank

On June 20, 2025, KBS2's Music Bank (뮤직뱅크) saw NCT's Doyoung (도영) take home the top honor. Competing against ATEEZ, Doyoung expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you. I feel sorry for the fans. I know you spent time, money, and effort to help me win this award, and I want to express my appreciation. I will strive to create music that everyone will love without needing such efforts in the future. Thank you so much."

The episode also featured a variety of comeback stages from different artists. BTS's J-Hope (제이홉) made his return to music shows after nearly two years with his new track "Killin' It Girl (feat. GloRilla)." This hip-hop song captures the exhilarating feeling of falling for someone at first sight, and J-Hope delivered a captivating performance that enchanted global fans.

Doyoung showcased his refreshing vocals with the title track "안녕, 우주 (Memory)" from his second solo album "Soar." The song expresses a desire for all shared moments to remain as brilliant memories, highlighted by Doyoung's clear vocals and vibrant guitar riffs.

Kang Daniel (강다니엘), returning after nine months, impressed with his title track "Episode," which portrays the charming moments and journey of budding romance through Latin rhythms and R&B sounds.

Additionally, ILY:1 (아일릿) presented their title track "빌려온 고양이 (Do the Dance)" from their mini-album "bomb," showcasing their enchanting charm with a catchy melody and dreamy vibes, featuring the popular 'cat stretch dance' in their choreography.

Hearts2Hearts (하츠투하츠) displayed their lovely yet cool appeal with their new song "STYLE," an upbeat dance track that combines lively rhythms and groovy bass, enhanced by their vibrant vocals and addictive shuffle dance moves.

The episode also featured performances from various artists, including 20th Century Boys, Jeong Da-kyung, Kim Da-hyun, EXLOVE, VVUP, Youth Sphere, Nowz, ARTMS, KISS OF LIFE, KickFlip, izna, ITZY, HITCHHIKER, ENHYPEN, and ATEEZ, delivering a diverse array of stages.