This Week in K-Pop
This Week in K-Pop — Sep 18
September 18, 2026
BTS Releases Trailer for Argentina and Brazil Concert Live ViewingsBTS shared the trailer for their upcoming ARIRANG tour cinema broadcasts from Buenos Aires and São Paulo.Billboard
TWICE to Release Seoul Finale Live Vinyl Album on October 16TWICE will release a live vinyl album on October 16 featuring performances from their 81-show world tour finale in Seoul.Newsis
Hyunjin Named Global Brand Ambassador for GUESS JEANSStray Kids member Hyunjin has been named Global Brand Ambassador for GUESS JEANS, headlining the brand's Modern Heritage campaign.ContentGrip
BOYNEXTDOOR Unveils HAZE Version Concept PhotosBOYNEXTDOOR released bathroom-themed HAZE Version concept photos for [HOME: DELUXE], drawing varied reactions online.Koreaboo
BTS Sets Billboard Monthly Boxscore Record for a GroupBTS earned $127.8 million in May from their ARIRANG tour, breaking Billboard's monthly Boxscore record for a group.Dojeon Media
&TEAM Sets Career Record With 1.35M Sales for Second Korean EP&TEAM recorded over 1.35 million first-week sales for its second Korean EP "Mark on Me," marking a career high and fourth consecutive million-seller.Korea Herald
Stray Kids' Felix Donates 300 Million Won for His BirthdayStray Kids member Felix marked his birthday with a 300 million won donation toward pediatric care, education programs, and disaster relief.Newsis
The Boyz to Resume Group Activities Under 78 RecordsThe Boyz will resume group activities under newly formed label 78 Records as a nine-member lineup after resolving a contract dispute.Yonhap
TWICE's Jihyo Addresses Outfit Choice at Waterbomb KaohsiungTWICE's Jihyo performed at Waterbomb Kaohsiung 2026 and addressed a fan question regarding her outfit.Koreaboo
Johnny and Shindong Lead Final 'ALL or NOTHING' Red Sea MissionJohnny and Shindong take on diving and math roles in the 'ALL or NOTHING' Red Sea finale challenge.Soompi
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