KARINA from aespa dazzles at Prada's fashion show in Milan, showcasing her style and engaging with fans, highlighting her global fashion icon status.

Han So-hee successfully concludes her first world tour with a fan meeting in Seoul, engaging with fans through games, performances, and heartfelt speeches. The event featured memorable moments from her tour, including cover performances and a special atmosphere, as she expressed gratitude for the support that motivates her acting career. She looks forward to future projects after this milestone.

NINGNING from aespa has been appointed as the ambassador for the brand Matin Kim, promoting the 'PLAYLIST' winter campaign in Japan. The campaign features visuals based on her 'Winter Playlist' and showcases her wearing the latest winter collection. The first phase of the campaign started on October 24, with the second phase on November 5, and items worn by NINGNING are available in Japanese stores.

On the afternoon of the 28th, Lee Chang-won headed to SBS Mokdong in Yangcheon District, Seoul, to appear on the 'Cultwo Show.' The lineup for the KOREA GRAND MUSIC AWARDS includes LUCY and Xdinary Heroes in the trot and band categories. Additionally, aespa had an incident, and ENHYPEN and timelesz received awards at 'ASEA 2025,' thrilling the audience with their performances.

W Korea's breast cancer awareness campaign faced criticism after a YouTuber highlighted the odd phrasing of their invitation. The event, which celebrated its 20th anniversary, was criticized for being more of a social party than a charity, especially after a controversial performance. Despite celebrity participation, the low donation total raised further concerns about respect for breast cancer patients.

The global fashion e-commerce store '60%' welcomes the Korean brand OWNSER, which launched in January. Known for its modern, dynamic designs, OWNSER is popular among K-pop idols like IVE and aespa. To celebrate, a limited-time special sale is available, showcasing a range of trendy and minimalist items.

NINGNING of aespa impresses fans with a bold autumn look featured in Harper's BAZAAR Korea. The photoshoot, themed 'Always on point,' highlights her expressive styling and confidence. In an interview, she reflects on her journey, the challenges of touring, and the joy of connecting with fans. The full feature is in the November issue.

On the afternoon of the 20th, aespa finished their nationwide arena tour '2025 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK: aeXIS LINE - in JAPAN' and arrived in Korea via Incheon International Airport. Additionally, the second lineup for the '2025 MAMA AWARDS' has been revealed, featuring 10 more groups including G-DRAGON and JO1.

The 2025 MAMA AWARDS, taking place in Hong Kong on November 28-29, will showcase artists including aespa, G-DRAGON, and TOMORROW X TOGETHER. The event promises a vibrant celebration of K-POP, with a diverse lineup and a focus on global influence. Fans eagerly await the iconic performances that will define the year.

On the afternoon of the 17th, aespa members KARINA, GISELLE, and WINTER departed from Incheon International Airport to Japan for their 2025 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK: aeXIS LINE. They will perform at Aichi's IG Arena on October 18 and 19. Additionally, aespa successfully concluded their Tokyo concert and will hold a pop-up event for their 6th mini-album 'Rich Man' starting October 10 in Tokyo.

Kim Yuni, a former SM trainee, discusses her experiences on SBS's 'Our Ballad,' revealing her past with fellow trainees from aespa and Hearts2Hearts. She shares her emotional journey of transitioning from a trainee to a performer, expressing feelings of sadness watching her peers debut while she continued to train. Yuni's choice of song reflects her struggles and hopes for a new beginning, ultimately succeeding in advancing to the next round with heartfelt performances praised by the judges.