ELLE Japan’s October issue, out August 28, features Jeonghan of SEVENTEEN on the cover for the first time in a solo special edition.
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“ELLE Japon” will release its October issue, which features the “coolness” unique to the present era, on Friday, August 28. In addition, a special edition (Aver. / Bver.) with SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan on the cover will also be released at the same time. This is the first time Jeonghan has appeared solo on the cover of “ELLE Japon.” Jeonghan, who is making his first solo appearance in the “ELLE MEN” feature, will grace the cover of the special edition. Jeonghan of the 13-member group SEVENTEEN, which celebrated its 11th anniversary since debut this year. He expresses an adult atmosphere together with the fragrance of “Prada Beauty.” He looks back on how he has been supported by music and his companions until now. The charming photo story will be delivered over 5 pages in the regular edition, and over a total of 9 pages in the special edition, with additional pages added to the regular edition. In the interview, he says, “The members’ appearances on stage are really wonderful, so I wanted to stand on stage with them as soon as possible. I strongly thought that I wanted to meet CARAT (the name of the fans).” On the release date, unpublished photos from the magazine and a digital-exclusive long interview will be released on “ELLE Digital,” and behind-the-scenes footage is scheduled to be released on the “ELLE MEN” Instagram. He will also appear in the popular video series “What’s in my bag” on ELLE’s official YouTube. His favorite items full of individuality and the episode talk are a must-see. ・SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan makes his fastest TV appearance in Japan after military service! A collaboration with M!LK, whom he has publicly said he is a fan of, in “destruction”... his close friend Kento Yamazaki also appears ・SEVENTEEN’s Jeonghan tries beer tasting in front of Hakata Station!? Fans are surprised by the photos ■Sales information “ELLE Japon” October issue Release date: Friday, August 28, 2026 [Regular edition price] 880 yen (tax included) [Special edition price] 980 yen (tax included) Buy on Amazon here ■Related link “ELLE Japon” official website ■Sales information “ELLE Japon” October issue Release date: Friday, August 28, 2026 [Regular edition price] 880 yen (tax included) [Special edition price] 980 yen (tax included) Buy on Amazon here ■Related link “ELLE Japon” official website
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