IVE’s An Yu-jin Returns as Host as SBS Gayo Daejeon 2025 Promises a Golden Christmas
The excitement around the 2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon is already huge, and this year’s event is shaping up to be one of the most memorable K-pop celebrations yet. Taking place on December 25, right on Christmas Day, the show will light up Inspire Arena in Incheon with music, collaborations, and special stages that fans have been waiting all year for. Adding to the anticipation, IVE’s leader An Yu-jin has been confirmed as the host once again, marking her sixth time leading the iconic year-end festival.
This year’s SBS Gayo Daejeon carries the theme “Golden Loop,” which is meant to reflect the brilliant journey of K-pop throughout 2025. The idea is simple but powerful: looking back at how far the industry has come over the year, while also hinting that the momentum will continue to grow even stronger. As always, the event is being positioned as the grand finale of the K-pop calendar, and expectations are naturally high.
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A massive lineup of 36 artists has been announced, bringing together legendary names, chart-topping groups, and rising rookies who defined the year. From experienced performers like U-Know Yunho to global fan favorites such as Stray Kids, TXT, ENHYPEN, IVE, Le Sserafim, NCT Dream, and Ateez, the stage will be packed with star power. At the same time, newer acts are being given their moment in the spotlight, showing just how diverse and fast-moving the K-pop scene has become.
What truly sets SBS Gayo Daejeon apart, though, is its tradition of exclusive collaboration stages, and 2025 is no exception. Special performances have been prepared that can only be seen on this one day. Fans will witness unique unit stages, first-time song performances, and Christmas-themed collaborations that blend different groups and styles together. These stages are often talked about long after the show ends, and this year’s lineup suggests that trend will continue.
One of the most talked-about highlights is the return of the “Makgangz” concept, this time featuring a female unit. Le Sserafim’s Eunchae, NMIXX’s Kyujin, and IVE’s Leeseo, known to be close friends, are coming together for a special stage that promises strong energy, charm, and festive vibes. On the other end, the “Noble Boys” stage will bring together Hueningkai, Zhang Hao, Sohee, and Shinyu for a performance built around harmony and a warm Christmas mood.
With fan-requested stages, surprise collaborations, and An Yu-jin’s familiar presence guiding the night, the 2025 SBS Gayo Daejeon is set to feel both celebratory and meaningful. Broadcast live at 4:50 p.m. on December 25, the show is being positioned not just as a concert, but as a golden moment that wraps up the year in true K-pop style.
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