Singer Lee Chan-won presented a special stage at the 2025 year-end finals. On this day's broadcast of KBS 1TV's "National Singing Contest" year-end finals special, Lee Chan-won opened the show by singing "Crying Over Bakdaljae." He led the atmosphere on site with his relaxed stage manner and stable vocal skills. Lee Chan-won drew enthusiastic responses from the audience with his playful expressions and perfect stage manners.

Lee Chan-won previously appeared on "National Singing Contest" in 2008 at the age of 12. Since then, he continued his special connection with the show by winning the Popularity Award in 2013 and the Grand Prize in 2019. MC Nam Hee-seok introduced Lee Chan-won as "the best son produced by National Singing Contest." Lee Chan-won said, "I sincerely congratulate the 45th anniversary. I am here again in response to your call."

Responding to the audience's encore requests, Lee Chan-won performed "Jinttobaegi" and "First Love" consecutively. He continued the stage with an overwhelmed expression, maintaining a bright smile until the end. This moment revealed his strength as "Chanttobaegi."

Additionally, Lee Chan-won met a high school contestant whom he considers his role model on stage and said, "When you come up to Seoul, be sure to contact me, and I will buy you a meal. I hope you achieve your dreams and that we can meet on the same stage someday," creating a warm atmosphere.

In addition to Lee Chan-won, various trot senior and junior singers such as Kim Sung-hwan, Jin Sung, Kim Yong-im, Yoo Ji-na, Young Tak, Song Ga-in, and Miss Kim appeared as invited singers at this year-end final. They held a lively festive event together. This year marks the 45th anniversary of "National Singing Contest," and a special stage was prepared for 140 minutes.

Lee Chan-won plans to communicate with fans through the nationwide tour "2025-2026 Lee Chan-won Concert 'Changa: A Brilliant Day'" during 2025 and 2026. This tour will take place in Incheon on January 10 and 11, 2026, in Busan on January 31 and February 1, and in Jinju on February 21 and 22. Lee Chan-won plans to further strengthen his bond with fans through this concert.