Hyun Bin, Michieda Shunsuke, Erika Sawajiri, and others attended the red carpet for the 31st Busan International Film Festival opening.

At the 31st Busan International Film Festival in Busan’s Haeundae district, a stage greeting was held for the film “Happy and Joyful Days,” attended by i-dle’s Shuhua, Chen Xuan, Kent Tsai, and director Luo An-feng. The film centers on two sisters with very different personalities, and Shuhua stars in her first screen role.

On the afternoon of the 6th, the red carpet event for the opening ceremony of the 31st Busan International Film Festival was held around the Cinema Center in Haeundae District, Busan. Attendees included i-dle’s Shuhua, Park Ji-hyun, former Weki Meki member Kim Do-yeon, Lee Sung-bin, Noh Jeong-ui, Kim Hye-ja, Fan Bingbing, Shim Eun-woo, Kim Da-hyun, Yang Ja-kyung, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Kim A-young, and Kim Shin-rok. The text also notes a glamorous lineup from Michieda Shunsuke to Hyun Bin and Erika Sawajiri, and mentions Michieda’s appearance and a mysterious background song that became a topic of conversation.

After finishing Fashion Week, i-dle’s Minnie arrived in Korea through Incheon International Airport on the afternoon of the 6th.

i-dle’s WOOGI released the music video for the track “I Like You” from her second mini album, “27,” ahead of her solo comeback after 1 year and 1 month. The MV shows her moving from tears and exhaustion to renewed energy, while the song encourages self-love and healing.

On the afternoon of the 1st, i-dle’s Shuhua arrived in Korea through Incheon International Airport after completing her overseas schedule. Related headlines note that she has been cast as the lead in her screen debut, "Happy and Fun Days," and that i-dle captivated fans with a powerful stage at Lollapalooza Chicago despite bad weather, including a first-time performance of a new song.

On the morning of the 2nd, i-dle’s Minnie headed to Paris, France, through Incheon International Airport to attend Fashion Week. Related headlines mention her close photo with BLACKPINK’s Lisa and her appearance at a ceremonial first pitch in a cute uniform.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa and i-dle’s Minnie showed unusually close friendship in photos Minnie posted on Instagram on September 30. Against a glamorous night view, they posed side by side, with arms around each other, touching faces, hugging tightly, and smiling at the camera. Their outfits also stood out: Minnie wore a blue top with white lace details and black pants, while Lisa wore a bold red crop top and mini skirt. Their relaxed expressions and natural physical affection highlighted their close bond.

Kstyle and IDOLCHAMP have launched the October vote for Kstyle POWER PUSH. Fans can choose the monthly power-push artist and support their comeback from September 29 to October 8, 2026. Artists include NCT WISH, JO1, YESUNG, and many others. Voting requires Ruby CHAMSIM.

i-dle’s Soyeon makes her solo comeback after 5 years and 2 months with her first full album, Best Life. She discusses the title track about quitting work, her genre-spanning songs, collaborations, the album’s romantic mood, and her goal of sharing good music with fans.

i-dle's WOOGI is returning as a solo singer with her 2nd mini album '27' on October 8. The artwork and intro film highlight the meaning of being 27, showing her growth, inner worries, and fears, while building anticipation for the new release.