[Pia Corporation] Hallyu Pia November 2013 issue (on sale September 22nd) Do Kyungsoo and PLAVE double cover visuals revealed!
Pia Co., Ltd. Press release: September 16, 2025 To Members of the Press “Hallyu Pia” November 2013 Issue (on sale September 22nd) Do Kyungsoo and PLAVE double cover visuals revealed! Hallyu Pia (published by Pia Corporation) delivers the latest Korean
entertainment information in every issue. The cover image for the November 2025 issue, which has received a great response, has been unveiled. We hope your company is doing well. Every issue of Hallyu Pia delivers the latest Korean entertainment information. The regular edition features Do Kyungsoo (EXO’s D.O.), a shining star as an artist and actor. The special edition features PLAVE, the K-pop virtual idol group that’s bringing a breath of fresh air to the Asian music scene. We would appreciate your consideration in introducing us in your media outlets.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/11710/3727/11710-3727-200483e3865655f2389f40a6ae0d9a6d-2127×2700.jpg PLAVE (special edition) Do Kyungsoo, who will be appearing on the cover (regular edition) for the first time in two and a half years, spoke to us about his starring movie “Secret Melody,” which opens in theaters on October 3rd, and his first solo full album, “BLISS,” which was released in June. On September 25th, just before the movie’s release, “Hallyu Pia presents Screening of ‘Secret Melody’ starring Do Kyungsoo, Secret Night in Talk with Furuya Masayuki” will be held! Don’t miss this opportunity to spend a special night. Making their first appearance on the cover (special edition) of this magazine with an original photoshoot, PLAVE, a group making new history in K-POP, is a group that’s making new waves in the world of K-POP. This issue, their first interview, features a Q&A session delving into the charms of each of the five members, as well as their honest thoughts on their debut in June with their JP 1st single “Kakurenbo.” They also share their enthusiasm for the Japanese leg of their world tour in November. Don’t miss the commentary on their work by the self-produced group, who write the lyrics, compose the music, and choreograph their own songs. In addition to the A5-sized stickers (group and solo cuts) included as a bonus, HMV, Tower Records, overseas bookstores, etc. will also offer an instant photo-style photocard (one group cut with the same design) as a bonus. In addition, our magazine’s carefully selected members interview Yook Sungjae, who is currently enjoying huge popularity for his starring role in the drama “Ghost Palace,” and tripleS, the group with the largest number of members in K-Pop, consisting of 24 members. Don’t miss the conversation between Kim Dong-wan and Hwang Seung-eon, stars of the highly anticipated film “Okinawa Blue Note,” a three-way discussion between Hong Kyung, Noh Yoon-seo, and Kim Min-ju from the popular teen film “Let Me Hear Your Voice,” an interview with Lim Ji-young and Joo Young-woo from this year’s must-see smash hit period drama “The Legend of Mrs. Ok,” and a special feature on the rising Korean band group. Also, a new series in n.SSign starts in this issue! Kazuta, the first Japanese leader of a K-pop group, will delve into the surprising sides of his members. To commemorate the start of the series, we’re also running a campaign for new subscribers. Details will be announced on Hallyu Pia X at a later date. Customers who pre-order at select bookstores and online stores will receive a special Hallyu Pia postcard. Exclusive bonuses are also available at Tower Records, HMV, Rakuten Books, and 7net. Be sure to check it out.
[Product Overview] “Hallyu Pia” November 2025 Issue [Release Date] September 22, 2025 [Specifications] 96 full-color A4 widescreen pages [List Price] ¥1,350 (tax included) [Publisher] Pia Corporation Cover: Do Kyungsoo (Regular Edition) / PLAVE (Special Extra Edition) Double-sided bound-in poster (Regular Edition with Do Kyungsoo on the cover only): Do Kyungsoo/Yook Sungjae A5-size bound-in sticker (Special Extra Edition with PLAVE on the cover only): PLAVE
Interviews: Do Kyungsoo, PLAVE, Yook Sungjae, Lim Jiyoung x Joo Youngwoo, tripleS, Kim Dongwan x Hwang Seungeon, Hong Kyung x Noh Yoon-seo x Kim Min-ju, LUCY, and more (Special offer for purchasers of Tower Records, HMV, and select bookstores) 【Bonus for purchasers at Tower Records, HMV, and select bookstores】 Postcards: 4-sided sheet (n.SSign, Kim Dongwan, Hong Kyung x Noh Yoon-seo x Kim Min-ju, LUCY) *The “Postcard Sheet” is available at multiple Tower Records, HMV, and some bookstores (including overseas). Tower Records (“Hallyu Pia” regular edition) / ●HMV (“Hallyu Pia” regular edition) Overseas bookstores, etc. (Rinrindo. For details, go to BOOK Pia / “Hallyu Pia” regular edition) ◆◇◆◇◆◇ With bonus Pre-order the limited edition here↓ ◇◆◇◆◇◆ All retail prices: ¥1,350 (¥1,227 tax) 【Special Extra Edition Only】＜PLAVE Instant Photo-Style PHOTOCARD＞ ※All images are identical, and there is one group shot. “Hallyu Pia” (Special Extra Edition) PLAVE PHOTOCARD Postcards (4 sides per sheet) HMV / Tower Records / Overseas bookstores, etc. (Rinrindo and others. For details, visit BOOK Pia.) 【Standard Edition Only】 “Hallyu Pia” (Regular Edition) n.SSign Photocard (1 random card from 7 types) Rakuten Books 【Standard Edition Only】 “Hallyu Pia” (Standard Edition) Yook Sungjae Photocard (1 random card from 3 types) 7net limited edition 【Regular Edition Only】＜tripleS Postcard＞ “Hallyu Pia” (Regular Edition) tripleS Postcard HMV *Please note that the bonus items at each store are limited in number and will be available until they are gone. Hallyu Pia presents “Secret Melody” screening Secret Night with Masayuki Furuya [Date and Time] Thursday, September 25, 2025, 7:00 PM [Location] Shinjuku Piccadilly, Tokyo [Speaker] Masayuki Furuya [Price] Ticket price: 4,000 yen (tax included) Do Kyungsoo on the cover of “Hallyu Pia” & “Secret Melody” limited edition postcard included Ticket Lottery Pre-reservation Application Period:
Applications accepted until 11:00 AM on Friday, September 19th https://w.pia.jp/t/secretmelody/ General sale September 20th (Sat) 10:00~ For more information about this release