Song Joong-ki, Byeon Woo-seok, Ahn Hyo-seop to Present at 40th Golden Disc Awards in Taipei

Global stars Song Joong-ki, Byeon Woo-seok, and Ahn Hyo-seop are set to grace the stage as presenters at the '40th Golden Disc Awards,' adding to the festival's excitement.

HLL, the organizer and operator of the 'Golden Disc Awards,' announced on the 20th that these three prominent actors will present awards at the ceremony to be held on January 10, 2026, at the TAIPEI DOME.

The convergence of these three global stars, who have illuminated Korean cinema and dramas, with the K-pop music festival promises a stage that will reaffirm the current standing of K-content.

Song Joong-ki, who recently captivated audiences worldwide with a heartwarming and beautiful romantic drama in 'My Youth,' is a leading actor in the K-content wave. He is expected to bring a different kind of glamour to the awards ceremony's finale, distinct from his on-screen persona. This marks his return as a presenter after three years, having last attended the '37th Golden Disc Awards' in Bangkok in 2023, where he remarked on the 'power of K-pop.' His presence is anticipated to shine brightly once again as a special presenter.

Byeon Woo-seok continues to forge a deep connection with K-pop. He achieved a remarkable milestone of over 100 million streams with 'Sudden Shower,' a song he personally sang for the sensational tvN drama 'Lovely Runner' in 2024, receiving acclaim for his live performances both domestically and internationally. Despite a packed schedule preparing for upcoming projects like the MBC drama 'The Grand Prince of the 21st Century' and the Netflix series 'Solo Leveling,' he accepted the invitation to the 'Golden Disc Awards,' signaling a special engagement with K-pop fandom.

Ahn Hyo-seop, a representative actor of Korean romantic comedy and leader of the global sensation 'Sazzaboys,' is also set to appear at the 40th 'Golden Disc Awards.' His return to the stage after four years since 2022 is highly welcomed. Notably, Ahn Hyo-seop is a key figure in the success of 'K-Pop Demon Hunters,' the first Netflix animated series to surpass 300 million total views, solidifying his position as a highly sought-after global actor. He is further poised to create another romantic comedy craze with his upcoming work 'Sold Out Today.' At this global music festival, he is expected to captivate fans twice over with his sweet voice and dazzling visuals.

The 'Golden Disc Awards' serves as a platform to celebrate and conclude the year in Korean popular music, recognizing artists beloved by music fans. As it marks its monumental 40th anniversary in 2026, the ceremony will be grander and more special, held at Taipei's largest performance venue.

Netizens expressed excitement, commenting, 'Wow, the lineup of Song Joong-ki, Byeon Woo-seok, and Ahn Hyo-seop is insane!', 'The Golden Disc Awards has gathered the best presenters ever,' and 'It's even more anticipated since it's in Taiwan.'