Chanel's 2026 workshop collection event took place in Yeouido, Seoul, featuring numerous celebrities including BLACKPINK's Jennie.

Pleum Nachkhun of Thailand’s V.R.P posted a photo with BLACKPINK’s Lisa on Instagram to support her new song release. Lisa recently released “SaWaDiKa” and also revealed in a documentary that she had hidden past relationships to avoid hurting BLACKPINK’s popularity.

BLACKPINK’s Rosé says summer is her time to make music and discover herself while working on a new album in Korea. She reflects on the past two years of doubting and then trusting herself, says she now accepts her weaknesses, and shares a new view of home, rest, and simple pleasures.

The Golden Disc Awards will be held again this year. According to the 41st Golden Disc Awards, the ceremony will take place over two days, January 9 and 10, 2027, on a special outdoor stage at VEC (Vietnam Exposition Center) in Hanoi, Vietnam. The awards honor the Korean pop music loved by fans over the past year and are known for special performances and results. The event has previously been held in cities such as Osaka, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Bangkok, Jakarta, Fukuoka, and Taipei, and will once again connect with fans worldwide with a star-studded lineup.

Kstyle’s August article ranking reviewed major Korean entertainment news: TWICE’s Chaeyoung and Jeongyeon’s contract changes, the death of a Japanese female influencer in Korea, ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Sunghyun taking a hiatus after vocal cord surgery, JO1’s Seoul concert cancellation, and BLACKPINK Jennie’s apology over a 10th-anniversary event.

BLACKPINK’s Lisa has released her new song “SaWaDiKa” with an official music video. The lead single from her upcoming EP, it highlights her Thai roots, rap skills, and hip-hop sound. She will also begin a sold-out Las Vegas residency and premiere her documentary soon.

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo opened her first solo full album with the pre-release single “CLICK.” The dance-pop track blends restrained synths and elastic bass, highlighting her captivating mid-range vocals and elegant style. The MV was directed by Joseph Kahn, and more singles will follow.

Dwango will exclusively livestream the 2026 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS from Busan, South Korea, on Niconico on September 19, 2026. The red carpet is free, while the awards ceremony and live performances require a net ticket. Buyers also get access to past TMA shows from 2019 to 2025.

In her new documentary, Lisa said she concealed her relationship during BLACKPINK’s active years because she feared it could damage the group’s popularity. She also revealed that her 2025 song “Dream” was inspired by an ex, and that she asked permission before releasing it.

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo unveiled a teaser video for her solo track “CLICK” on her YouTube channel. Following her first solo album “ME,” the new work is expected to highlight Jisoo’s unique style and has drawn attention for its cosmic-horror-inspired mood. Wearing a black dress and striking an elegant pose with her fingers and arms fixed in place, she created a refined atmosphere. “CLICK” will be released at 1 p.m. on the 4th.

ILLIT’s Japanese 4th digital single, “Swingin’ Magic,” will be released on September 21 and serve as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Magical Sisters Lulutto Lily. The release includes a Korean version, and the song features a New Jack Swing sound.