Stray Kids’ Hyunjin returned to Korea via Incheon International Airport after attending Paris Fashion Week.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa released her new EP, PRESS PLAY, with six songs including the title track, Tarantino. She described the album as a cinematic work with different characters and moods in each song. She held a listening party in Seoul, and her pre-release track SaWaDiKa gained major global success.

On the afternoon of the 23rd, Stray Kids left for Japan through Incheon International Airport for a concert. They previously held Japanese tour shows at MUFG Stadium on August 29 and 30, Vantelin Dome Nagoya on September 5 and 6, and Kyocera Dome Osaka on September 19 and 20. They will continue the tour at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka on October 24, with additional performances at Tokyo Dome in November.

Bae Suzy is reported to have purchased a super-luxury residence under construction in Seoul’s Gangnam district. The complex has only 27 units and emphasizes privacy, with garden houses, terrace houses, and penthouses. Prices reportedly range from 14 billion won to 40 billion won.

TWICE is entering a new “separate, together” phase as Jihyo leaves JYP, launches a new company, and vows to keep working with the group. The article notes similar cases in other girl groups, while warning that coordinating full-group schedules may become harder.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa was spotted walking in Thailand with Thai actor and singer Blue Pongtiwat, sparking renewed dating rumors. Reports say they have also been seen together in other countries, while Lisa has avoided directly addressing relationship speculation.

Gong cha will begin the second campaign with Stray Kids’ global ambassador Felix on October 20, 2026. Mobile-order customers can receive one random Felix Happy Film card, while stores will feature special videos, life-size panels, decorations, and music with Felix messages. An X campaign will also offer mobile-order drink tickets.

On the afternoon of the 18th, Stray Kids arrived in Korea through Incheon International Airport after completing their overseas schedules. This article is based on local media coverage, and the photos may vary. Related reports note their collaboration with BAPE and the release of jacket photos for their Japanese 4th mini album, "SUIATSU."

Some K-pop artists, including IVE, KiiiKiii, FIFTY FIFTY, and Park Hyo-shin, submitted songs for the Grammy’s new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, along with Japanese and other Asian acts. But BTS, Stray Kids, and other major-label artists declined, amid debate over whether the category helps or isolates Asian music.

Some K-pop artists, including IVE, KiiiKiii, FIFTY FIFTY, and Park Hyo-shin, submitted songs for the Grammy’s new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, along with Japanese and other Asian acts. But BTS, Stray Kids, and other major-label artists declined, amid debate over whether the category helps or isolates Asian music.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa shared multiple photos from her visit to Japan on Instagram with the short caption “KYOTOKYO.” The images appear to show her enjoying Kyoto’s Kinkaku-ji, Nara’s Todai-ji, Universal Studios Japan, and time in Tokyo, including wearing a kimono, viewing Mt. Fuji from a Shinkansen, and greeting deer. Fans responded enthusiastically, and it was also revealed that Lisa will appear on TBS’s “Sore Snow Man ni Yarasete Kudasai” on October 30.