Ko Yoon-jung leaves Incheon Airport for overseas. She studies videos of BLACKPINK and IVE. New lineup for 'Manito Club' revealed.

The 2026 MUSIC BANK GLOBAL FESTIVAL IN JAPAN will be held at MUFG Stadium (National Stadium) on December 12 and 13, 2026. New artists added include ATEEZ, ITZY, LE SSERAFIM, &TEAM, RIIZE, RESCENE, Hearts2Hearts, and ALPHA DRIVE ONE. Single-day ticket presales run until October 4.

On the morning of the 2nd, i-dle’s Minnie headed to Paris, France, through Incheon International Airport to attend Fashion Week. Related headlines mention her close photo with BLACKPINK’s Lisa and her appearance at a ceremonial first pitch in a cute uniform.

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 1st after completing her attendance at Paris Fashion Week. Related reports noted that Jisoo, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin, and XG’s JURIA appeared at the Dior fashion show, and that Jisoo’s emotional meeting with the daughter of Dior’s PR chief, known as the “mother of Paris,” drew attention.

IVE’s Wonyoung arrived in Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 1st after completing her participation in Paris Fashion Week. The text also mentions that MUSIC BANK’s Japan concert will be held in December at the National Stadium, with the first lineup of artists and a star MC announced, and that Wonyoung’s lip-sync video showing affection for senior IU has become a hot topic for being beautiful.

RIIZE’s Anton returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 1st after completing his participation in Paris Fashion Week. The text also mentions that NCT’s Jaemin, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, and Jin Akanishi have been confirmed as winners at the Seoul Drama Awards 2026, with Anton winning the OST Award, and notes that Anton previously departed for France to attend Fashion Week.

Dior held its 2027 women’s summer collection show in Paris, France. BLACKPINK’s Jisoo, Stray Kids’ Hyunjin, and XG’s JURIA attended the event and drew attention by showcasing refined styles while wearing Dior makeup and fragrance.

On the afternoon of the 1st, IVE's Rei attended an event for the cosmetics brand AGE20'S pop-up store at LECT Seongsu in Seongdong District, Seoul.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa and i-dle’s Minnie showed unusually close friendship in photos Minnie posted on Instagram on September 30. Against a glamorous night view, they posed side by side, with arms around each other, touching faces, hugging tightly, and smiling at the camera. Their outfits also stood out: Minnie wore a blue top with white lace details and black pants, while Lisa wore a bold red crop top and mini skirt. Their relaxed expressions and natural physical affection highlighted their close bond.

At Dior’s 2027 S/S show in Paris, BLACKPINK’s Jisoo met Eloise Agostinelli, the daughter of late Dior PR chief Mathilde Favier. They shared an emotional conversation about Favier, who had been close to Jisoo and was called her “Paris mother.” Jisoo also recently launched her solo project with the song “CLICK.”

Two popular Korean brands, Jongnanmimyeongga and Lolo Mallo, will make their first appearance at Daimaru Kobe from October 14 to 20. Jongnanmimyeongga offers realistic vegetable- and fruit-shaped sweet breads, while Lolo Mallo features chewy Dubai mochi cookies in several flavors.