A BATHING APE event in Gangnam, Seoul, featured stars like 2NE1's DARA, model Kōki, and SEVENTEEN's Dino among others.

SEVENTEEN’s Dino successfully wrapped up his first solo concert, “2026 DINOxPicheolin [GilBOARD SHOW],” in Seoul, performing for over 15,000 fans. The three-day livestream reached CARATs in 71 countries and regions. Blending humor and emotion, he performed 20+ songs, thanked fans, and surprised the audience with a teaser for Picheolin’s new music video.

BOYNEXTDOOR kicked off the Japan leg of its first world tour, 'KNOCK ON Vol.2,' with three shows in Yokohama. The concert featured bigger-scale staging, a wide setlist from debut-era songs to new tracks, and a surprise appearance by AiNA THE END. The group thanked fans after drawing 60,000 people and will continue touring five more Japanese cities.

ENHYPEN returned with THE SIN : BLISS, the second album in its sin-themed series. It tells a paradoxical romance of lovers who break taboos, face repeated crises, and finally accept each other as “bliss.” The title track “Bloody Paradise” MV shows their wild, liberated escape.

BOYNEXTDOOR released collaboration videos with Hiromi Go and Choutokimeki♡Sendenbu, including dance clips and a G-pose video. They appeared together on CDTV Live! Live!, and BOYNEXTDOOR is promoting its new Japanese digital single while starting its Japan tour.

SEVENTEEN’s Vernon released his new song “I’ll Be Back” today at 6 p.m. through music streaming sites. The pop-tinged electronic track was first unveiled at the “2026 VERNON THE 8 [V8] LIVE” in July. Vernon took part in writing and composing it as a message to fans.

At a press event for their 8th mini album, ENHYPEN said they are determined to continue as a six-member group after Heeseung’s departure and solo debut. Jungwon and Jake stressed performance quality, fan support, and future goals, including more global concerts and strong chart results.

ENHYPEN held a press conference on the afternoon of the 20th at the Grand Ballroom of Mondrian Seoul Itaewon in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, to commemorate the release of their 8th mini album, "THE SIN : BLISS." The album will be released on the 21st at 1 p.m.

SEVENTEEN’s Vernon starts his mandatory military service today. On the 19th, he held a live broadcast on Weverse and told fans he wanted to say, “I’m off,” before enlisting. In May, he formed the new unit V8 with The8 and released the first mini album V8, featuring eight tracks about youth, confusion, recovery, and growth. SEVENTEEN members Wonwoo, Woozi, and Hoshi are also currently serving.

On the afternoon of the 19th, SEVENTEEN’s S.COUPS and Mingyu attended an event for the alcohol brand NUTRL held at Megabox COEX in Seoul’s Gangnam District.

SEVENTEEN’s Vernon enlists today, and Pledis announced his enlistment on July 27 via Weverse. Dokyeom will enlist on September 8 as an active-duty Army soldier. Pledis asked fans not to visit training or service sites. The group’s other enlistments, including Mingyu, Seungkwan, and Dino, were also announced, while Wonwoo, Woozi, and Hoshi are already serving. Vernon recently promoted with the new unit V8 with The8.