KBS to Resume Year-End Activities Following Lifting of Martial Law by South Korean President

KBS to Resume Year-End Activities Following Lifting of Martial Law by South Korean President

The Impact of Martial Law on Korea’s Music Industry

The recent declaration of martial law in South Korea by President Yoon Suk Yeol significantly influenced the Korean music scene, causing numerous agencies to suspend their scheduled activities and events. Nevertheless, the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) has confirmed that it will continue with its planned events following the lifting of martial law.

KBS to Proceed with Year-End Shows

As reported by Star News on December 4, KBS has opted not to cancel its highly anticipated year-end shows. This decision comes after President Yoon’s announcement lifting the martial law, which aimed to safeguard South Korea’s democratic values against pro-North Korean influences and internal opposition.

Confirmed Events by KBS

A KBS representative stated, “We are proceeding with the year-end awards ceremony, and our existing schedule will remain unchanged.”The broadcaster has an exciting roster of events slated for the end of December 2024, including the 2024 KBS Song Festival on December 20, the KBS Entertainment Awards on December 21, and the KBS Drama Awards on December 31.

K-Pop Industry’s Reaction

On a different note, entertainment industry insiders have revealed that K-pop agencies were urged to pause their artists’ activities amidst the martial law declaration. Initial reports indicated uncertainty regarding whether year-end events would still occur, leading to apprehensions about the future of these shows.

For further details, check the full report on KBS’s year-end activities here.

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