Dayoung of the group WJSN has joined the lineup for the "2025 Korea Grand Music Awards with iM Bank" (2025 KGMA), hosted by Ilgan Sports, the nation's top entertainment and sports newspaper. On the 27th, the KGMA Organizing Committee announced that Dayoung will participate in the "2025 KGMA," held from November 14 to 15 at the Inspire Arena in Incheon. Dayoung will present her first stage performance since her solo debut at this awards ceremony.

Dayoung will attend the Music Day of the "2025 KGMA" on the 15th and is preparing various performances, including her solo debut song "Body." She plans to showcase her performance skills built over the past nine years. On September 9, Dayoung took her first step as a solo artist by releasing her first digital single album "Gonna Love Me, Right?" The title track "Body" gained public love with its addictive melody and refreshing vocals, ranking 9th on Melon Top 100 and 3rd on Hot 100.

As of the fourth week of October, "Body" ranked 13th on the weekly chart, 1st on Bugs real-time chart, and 3rd on the daily chart. Dayoung gained great popularity among domestic and international listeners through the "Body" challenge, which was a result of her cheerful and healthy energy.

Dayoung achieved success by winning her first music show trophy after her solo debut on SBS funE's "The Show." This achievement drew attention to her solo debut from major foreign media such as the American economic magazine Forbes, the British music magazine NME, and the American broadcaster Fox 13 Seattle. Additionally, MTV channels in various countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Italy are also focusing on her activities.

The "2025 KGMA," now in its second year, aims to provide a spectacular and diverse experience to fans worldwide through stages that combine musical evolution and the latest technology. The event will take place over two days from November 14 to 15, with the first day designated as "Artist Day" and the second day as "Music Day." On the first day, a total of 32 teams including The Boyz, Miyaw, Park Seo-jin, Boy Next Door, Psycus, INI, ATEEZ, Xdinary Heroes, All Day Project, WOODZ, Lee Chan-won, CRAVITY, Kiki, and Fifty Fifty will participate.

On the second day, Nexzi, Lucy, BTOB, Suho (EXO), Stray Kids, IDIT, IVE, Ahob, Eunice, Jang Min-ho, Close Your Eyes, Kiss of Life, Kickflip, fromis_9, P1Harmony, and Hearts to Hearts will take the stage. Dayoung will shine as one of these teams, further illuminating the K-pop festival.

This year's KGMA MC will be actress Nam Ji-hyun for both days, working alongside Irene (Red Velvet) on the first day and Nathy (Kiss of Life) on the second day. KGMA is hosted by Ilgan Sports and jointly organized by the KGMA Organizing Committee, Creatoring, and DOD, with support from Incheon Metropolitan City and Incheon Tourism Organization. The title sponsor is iM Bank, and KT ENA participates as the main broadcasting partner. Music and album data are provided by Hanteo Chart, Genie Music, Flo, and Bugs, with production by Set The Stage.

Overseas inbound tickets are managed by Noldun Oppa and Art Firm Factory, while domestic ticket reservations are handled through Bigk Pass. The "2025 KGMA" promises to offer fans an unforgettable experience with diverse stages by K-pop artists.