SEVENTEEN members share farewell messages and videos as Woozi and Hoshi enlist in the army, encouraging health and well-being.

The Ministry of Culture and the Korea Content Promotion Agency will host the 'Popular Culture Arts Production Staff Awards' on the 22nd in Seoul. This event recognizes production staff in the Korean entertainment industry, with awards given to those who contributed to popular dramas. The following day, the 'Popular Culture Arts Awards' will honor individuals who have significantly contributed to the development of Korean popular culture. This year's events are notable for their back-to-back recognition of both production teams and cultural artists.

The Korean Ministry of Culture will hold the 'Popular Culture Arts Production Staff Awards' and 'Korea Popular Culture Arts Awards' on Oct 22-23, celebrating artists and production teams. The awards recognize significant contributions to K-content, with notable winners including G-DRAGON and teams from hit dramas like 'Otsukaresama'.

SEVENTEEN marks their 10th anniversary with a new documentary series, "SEVENTEEN: OUT CHAPTER," premiering on Disney+ on November 7. The series includes four episodes detailing their world tour, fan meeting preparations, and the making of their album. The trailer highlights their growth from indie idols to superstars, building anticipation among fans.

"Shadows Edge," starring Jackie Chan, releases in Japan on December 12. The film showcases a battle against a cybercrime syndicate in Macau, featuring Chan as a retired expert teaming up with young detectives. The film promises intense action and a gripping storyline, with a special photo card available for early ticket buyers.

SEVENTEEN's unit S.Coups and Mingyu won their first trophy on KBS 2TV's Music Bank with their title track '5, 4, 3 (Pretty Woman)'. The song, released on September 29, topped various charts and their mini-album 'HYPE VIBES' set a new record with over 887,000 copies sold in its first week.

SEVENTEEN's members, DK, Mingyu, and Vernon, reinterpret their hit 'Illegal' in collaboration with PinkPantheress, releasing 'Illegal + SEVENTEEN' today. The track features a UK garage sound and has gained global popularity. SEVENTEEN will also kick off their U.S. tour soon, showcasing their global presence.

SEVENTEEN's new unit, S.Coups and Mingyu, released their first mini-album 'HYPE VIBES' on September 29, achieving gold certification in Japan. The album sold over 100,000 copies on its release day and topped various music charts, reflecting their unique style and the album's theme of freedom and connection. The title track '5, 4, 3 (Pretty Woman)' creatively interpolates Roy Orbison's classic, blending disco sounds with heartfelt lyrics. Both members contributed to all six tracks, infusing their personal tastes into the project.

On the afternoon of the 9th, SEVENTEEN departed from Incheon International Airport to the U.S. for their 'SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_]'. They will kick off their American tour on November 11 at Tacoma Dome, followed by performances in Los Angeles, Austin, Sunrise, and Washington D.C. Additionally, they greeted fans for Chuseok and had a successful concert in Hong Kong featuring Jackie Chan.

S.Coups and Mingyu's new unit released their 1st mini-album 'HYPE VIBES' on September 29, 2025, topping both Oricon and Billboard charts. The album sold over 100,000 copies in its first week and features the title track '5, 4, 3 (Pretty woman)' which creatively interpolates Roy Orbison's classic. Their work reflects a free-spirited attitude and personal style.

On October 5, 2025, Valentino presented its 2026 Spring/Summer collection 'Fireflies' in Paris. The fashion show featured celebrities like Naniwa Danshi's Shunsuke Michieda, TOMORROW X TOGETHER's Soobin, and IVE's Rei and Liz, among others. Additionally, STARSHIP addressed trademark issues related to IVE, and Naniwa Danshi's Michieda reunited with SEVENTEEN's Jeonghan at a concert.