Final lineup for "2024 SBS Song Festival Summer" revealed, featuring 20 artists and MCs Doyoung, Yeonjun, and Yujin.

ILLIT arrived in Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 17th after completing their performance at KCON LA 2026. The article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. It also notes that ILLIT released the Korean version of their latest song, "I Got Your Back," today with a special video, and that their hit song "Cherish (My Love)" has surpassed 200 million cumulative streams on Spotify.

ILLIT released the Korean version of “I Got Your Back (Feat. JISOO, MOMOKA of HANA),” a rock track that has been a hit in Japan. The song features JISOO and MOMOKA again, includes a special video, and leads into ILLIT’s sold-out Hong Kong concert and encore shows in Incheon and Chiba.

NMIXX arrived in Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 16th after completing overseas schedules. The article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. It also links to reports about their Tokyo concert and Japanese debut.

IVE’s Wonyoung responded sincerely to fans’ concerns in a Harper’s BAZAAR Korea video. She encouraged a fan facing unfair hardship to remember she is always on their side, that the truth will come out, and that good luck will eventually arrive. She also advised a fan worried about appearance and weight to love themselves more, saying they are beautiful and should be kinder to their reflection.

Stray Kids’ mini album THIS & THAT recorded 3,289,269 first-week sales on HANTEO, giving the group its fourth triple-million debut. It is the second-best first-week result among K-pop albums released in 2026. They will also hold Japan tour shows, drawing about 370,000 fans.

On the afternoon of the 15th, i-dle’s Miyeon departed through Gimpo International Airport for overseas schedules. She has released her Japanese digital single "RUN AWAY," and said she relieved stress by running around various places in Japan during filming. The music video, filmed in Tokyo, has been released with a summery atmosphere.

NCT 127 revealed concept photos for its 7th full album, BLINGY, and highlighted two tracks that carry sincere messages for fans. “127 Million Miles” is a pop-rock song with all seven members singing, while “Day After Day” delivers a warm message of staying true to oneself. The album has nine tracks, and the group will hold a comeback live party on August 25.

LIZDA, a skincare-focused makeup brand, has appointed IVE's Iso as its new muse, aligning with its vision of healthy, radiant skin. Known for its 'idol prep' primer line, LIZDA plans to launch a global campaign featuring Iso, enhancing its brand message. The brand recently succeeded in an offline project at 'AZIP Seongsu,' aiming to strengthen its unique market position in global beauty.

On the morning of the 30th, IVE departed Gimpo International Airport for an overseas schedule. Their agency reported 99 accounts for malicious posts and rights violations, stating they would submit evidence of post deletions and ID changes. Additionally, members Wonyoung and Minhyun attended a 'Tommy Hilfiger' event.

On the afternoon of the 29th, a photo call event for the bag brand TUMI took place at the Shinsegae Department Store in Gangnam, Seoul, attended by IVE's Liz and fromis_9's Lee Chaeyoung. However, Lee Chaeyoung was unable to attend another scheduled event due to stomach cramps and dehydration, as reported by her agency.