The November 2025 Issue Shines with Dual Cover Stars
It’s a double treat for K-pop and K-drama fans! The November edition of ‘Hanryu Pia’—Japan’s go-to Hallyu magazine—drops on September 22, 2025, featuring not one, but two buzzworthy cover stars.
D.O. Returns With Solo Album Stories and a Movie Premiere
Gracing the regular edition cover for the first time in over two years is EXO’s D.O. (also known as Do Kyungsoo), who’s been dazzling both as a singer and actor. He opens up about his first full-length solo album “BLISS,” released back in June, and dives into “Secret Melody,” his upcoming film set to premiere in Japan on October 3.
For hardcore fans, there’s more. A special screening event titled “Secret Night” will be held on September 25 in Tokyo, featuring veteran Hallyu expert Makoto Furukawa. Attendees get a limited edition magazine and postcard—a certified collector’s moment!
PLAVE Makes Their Cover Debut in a Special Edition
On the special expanded edition, it’s the virtual K-pop sensation PLAVE who takes the spotlight. These avatar-style idols are redrawing the boundaries of what a K-pop group can be, and this issue offers their first in-depth print interview.
Inside: a charming Q&A breakdown of each of the five members, their true feelings about debuting in Japan with the single “Kakurenbo” (hide-and-seek), and their hype for the upcoming Japan stop on their world tour this November. Bonus points for self-producing cred—PLAVE members get candid about writing lyrics, composing tracks, and choreographing performances.
Extra Goodies for the Merch-Hungry
- D.O. Poster + BTOB Sungjae Poster in the regular edition
- PLAVE A5 Stickers + Exclusive Photocard in the special edition
- Retailer-exclusive bonus gifts at HMV, Tower Records, Rakuten Books, and 7net—think postcards and rare photocard pulls
Starting this month, there’s also a new serial feature by n.SSign, led by Kazuta, K-pop’s first Japanese group leader. He’s spilling behind-the-scenes tea on fellow members in true fan-favorite fashion.
Who Else’s in This Star-Studded Issue?
It’s packed, to say the least. Highlights include interviews with:
- BTOB’s Sungjae, now riding a K-drama wave with his hit show “Demon Palace”
- The ever-expanding K-pop girl group tripleS (yes, all 24 of them… almost)
- Kim Dongwan & Hwang Seung-eon on their film “Okinawa Blue Note”
- Hong Kyung, Roh Yoonseo, and former IZ*ONE member Kim Minju from the youth film “Let Me Hear Your Voice”
- Lim Jiyeon & Joo Youngwoo starring in this year’s breakout sageuk (historical drama) “Lady Ok’s Secret”
- And features on rising Korean bands like LUCY
With 96 full-color A4-wide pages and editorial perks like collectible stickers, posters, and photocard bonuses, this might just be your ultimate fall Hallyu care package.
Final Take: Not Just Another Magazine—It’s a Fan Treasure Trove
Whether you’re stanning D.O.’s slow-burn crooning vibes or keeping up with PLAVE’s virtual charm, one thing’s clear: ‘Hanryu Pia’ November issue is building serious hype.
Will you snag the regular edition, the special one, or—let’s be honest—both?
