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src: Republic Records' Mails promotion
TWICE SPECIAL EDITION - 10th Anniversary
TWICE SPECIAL EDITION - 10th Anniversary
On Friday, a surprise timetable has been posted on SNS, revealing the packed schedule of the next month to celebrate TWICE's 10th debut anniversary on October 20th! Starting with the YouTube video "TWICE Original Sitcom Series Special Episode: In Celebration of TWICE’s 10th Anniversary" as a teaser of the upcoming "Special Album" and revealing its name "TEN: The Story Goes On"! In the video, TWICE's members are participating in a talent show with a sitcom concept that seems to be the concept of this album.
The timetable reveals the schedule for the teasing of the album and future events, notably TWICE's participation in Lollapalooza in Chicago on October 13th, a discography stream and several days of past concerts streaming: more information's to come! If you are observant, you will realize nothing is cited on October 18th, find out about that in the section below! And make sure to follow us to stay up to date!
The upcoming reveal this week:
September 23rd to 25th - Poster (TWICE Original Sitcom Series)
September 29th - Tune in: Soundtrack (TWICE Original Sitcom Series)
September 30th - Official Stills S#1-10 (TWICE Original Sitcom Series) (Editor's note: "stills" probably means screenshots or behind the scenes photos OR concept photos)
More infos & details on the Special Album in the section below as well as events linked to TWICE's 10th anniversary!
"TEN: THE STORY GOES ON" Special Album
"TEN: THE STORY GOES ON" Special Album
TWICE announced that they will release their special album "TEN: THE STORY GOES ON" on ︀︀Friday 10th October 2025, 1PM KST/0AM ET!
Fans immediately saw the references in the new album's name and cover art (HD) to TWICE's debut album "The Story Begins"
Worldwide pre-order has started, see album versions and pre-order links below. There's also some spoilers 👀
The Spotify Countdown page is live now, it reveals that there will be 10 tracks in the album
The social media profiles have all been updated with the new album theme.
Pre-orders are open and the album will have 5 different packaging versions (so far):
Pre-orders are open and the album will have 5 different packaging versions (so far):
"CAST ver." including CD type packaging with 9 different covers (members). Unlike the usual digipack versions, this includes the usual 5/45 photocards as well as a folded poster, seal sticker, character map and a full standard pre-order photocard set with poster
"EPISODE ver." is 1 type with 1/9 photocard, a 20 piece message card set and a paper topper. It also comes with a full standard pre-order photocard set and poster
"PARTY LOVELY ver." including 'Party Lovely keyring', 1 photocard, 1 polaroid, 1 NFC tag & sticker pack. This is a NEMO album - no CD or photobook included
"Vinyl ver." including 3 versions: "Target Exclusive", "TWICE Store Magic Sky" & "Lemon Spark" versions
"Mini vinyl version" - was leaked by Target when they posted the full preview early & the names of the two tracks which are included on it, one of which fans guessed during from the "This Is For" M/V (currently unavailable to buy).
Physical pre-order links: TWICE Shop - CAST ver (Target) - EPISODE ver - PARTY LOVELY ver - Vinyl ver - FANS SHOP - Music Plant KR - Blue Dream Media
src: Republic Records' Mails promotion
"TEN: THE STORY GOES ON" album releases on ︀︀Friday 10th October, 1PM KST/0AM ET
"TEN: THE STORY GOES ON" album releases on ︀︀Friday 10th October, 1PM KST/0AM ET
10VE UNIVERSE Fanmeeting
10VE UNIVERSE Fanmeeting
TWICE's 10th anniversary fanmeeting "10VE UNIVERSE" will be held on Saturday 18th October 2025, 5PM KST, at Korea University Hwajeong Tiger Gymnasiu. It will also be streamed on Beyond Live.
Tickets to attend the fanmeeting in person will be sold on Melon Ticket. There will be fanclub presales (from 26th September, 8-11:59PM KST) and general sales (from 29th September, 8PM KST).
Fans can participate in the fan event by checking the guide to send their submissions.
"TWICE: ONE IN A MILL1ON" Documentary
"TWICE: ONE IN A MILL1ON" Documentary
TWICE announced that the "ONE IN A MILL1ON" documentary will be released in cinemas worldwide beginning from 20th October in Korea. Taiwan will also premiere it on the same day and in Japan, from the 24th.
The synopsis (full) from the website tells us:
"This documentary follows their decade-long journey—countless hours of dedication, the dazzling spotlight of worldwide tours, and candid reflections on their growth, friendship, and even their dreams for the future.
For ten years, brighter than any stage light, ‘ONCE’ has been at the very heart of their story. Through never-before-seen interviews and the heartfelt process of preparing a 10th anniversary celebration, the film reveals what TWICE has truly meant to one another—and to the fans who have walked beside them."
TWICE's week, 10 years ago... [Twice News special]
TWICE's week, 10 years ago... [Twice News special]
We will do a little week by week retrospective on TWICE debut with "The Story Begins" from 10 years ago to celebrate the occasion, giving a bit of nostalgia moment to the ONCE before they knew their fandom name and discover how was their debut for all the more recent ONCE!
Starting next week!
CHAEYOUNG THE FIRST ALBUM "Lil Fantasy vol.1"
CHAEYOUNG THE FIRST ALBUM "Lil Fantasy vol.1"
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"Lil Fantasy" is out now and is available on all streaming platforms! More references of Chaeyoung's drawings are included in the "Shoot" music video. Jihyo, Jeongyeon, Tzuyu, Momo, and Mina all reposted Chaeyoung's "Shoot (Firecracker)" music video congratulating her. Nayeon commented on one of Chaeyoung's post showing her love and support. Nayeon shares on Bubble her favorite "Lil Fantasy" tracks.
Yves and Yunjin (Lesserafim) both shared their support for Chaeyoung following the album release. Gliiico reposted Chaeyoung's "Shoot" music video stating the production team behind the music video. On the day of the album release, Chaeyoung had a listening party event on Sationhead, where each day she went live and talked with fans about her album, more dates were added later.
The full previews of the "Lil Fantasy" vinyls have been revealed. Some translations from one of Chaeyoung's interviews, where she shares her thoughts on her first album. (1) - (2). "Lil Fantasy" album scans (canvas version) by @njmsjmdct2.
Chaeyoung started her music show promotion on the day of release. On the first day of promotion @KBS Music Bank, Dahyun and Momo came to support Chaeyoung for her solo debut. The next day @Music Core, a coffee truck was on-site for fans with avocado-shaped cookie, strawberry cream latte etc. On this second day, more members came to cheer on her, with Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Sana, Jihyo, Mina and her friend Somi. The 8 members were there to support Chaeyoung during her promotion, with Tzuyu coming for Inkigayo for "Shoot (Firecracker)" last day of promotion! Cheyoung shared pictures with them on IG, thankful messages and more on Bubble.
Due to packed schedule, her music show promotion cycle is finished as TWICE flew to conclude their Japan leg World Tour "This is For" at the Tokyo Dome on September 16th and 17th. Find more about Chaeyoung's promotion for "Lil Fantasy" in the article below!
Release
Release
UPDATE:
Chaeyoung's "Lil Fantasy vol.1" debuts #4 on the Global Top Albums Chart and debuts #7 on the USA Top Album Chart this week!
Some behind the scenes photos of Chaeyoung filming the "Shoot" (Firecracker) music video.
There are translations to the messages on Chaeyoung's interview cards (included in the album) from the members.
The creator of Chaeyoung's cake from the "Shoot" music video posted their work on Instagram.
"Lil Fantasy" official online merch is now available on the Fans shop.
ONCE's can start to learn the "Shoot" fanchants with the cheering guide video, there is a "Lil Fantasy' playlist video with all the album songs! Join Chaeyoung as she gives her commentary on the "Shoot" & "Avocado" music videos! The "Shoot (Firecracker)" choreography video has been released!
UPDATE:
Chaeyoung's "Shoot" (Firecracker) music video reaction with TWICE has been posted, along with her dance practice behind video and the recap video of the Pre listening event. Chaeyoung sings "Girl" live and later the [TW-DAY☀️] #14 episode was posted. Later Chaeyoung's "Avocado" behind the scenes video was posted.
"Lil Fantasy" Promotion
"Lil Fantasy" Promotion
Here you will found all of the content that Chaeyoung appeared and participated in during their cycle promotion for Lil Fantasy. You will find new photos, Instagram posts and the videos/update on English subs !
"NST LIVE"
"NST LIVE"
with Chaeyoung
Chaeyoung made another appearance on the NTS guest show! Listen back to Chaeyoung, Featuring songs from her new solo album "Lil Fantasy vol 1".
with Chaeyoung
Chaeyoung appeared on the 8th episode of the Bokos Youtube channel, where she talks about her first solo album. Later, photos were shared from the show in a new post.
Chaeyoung shares a thank you message on her IG story for being on the show.
with Chaeyoung
Chaeyoung appeared on Nayoung Keem’s nofilterTV on YouTube! Fans had a chance to send in questions to ask on her Instagram story. (Full video translations)
Music Shows
You can find here the guide to music shows criteria, the schedule of those and way to vote. (Good infographic from TXT fans)
250912 KBS Music Bank
Video: Interview - Shoot (Firecracker) [Stage - K-Choreo 8K - FaceCam - Stage w/subs]
SNS/Shorts: Message /w Momo & Dahyun -
250913 MBC Show Music Core
Video: Interview (unofficial clip) - Shoot (Firecracker) [Stage - FullCam - Vert. FanCam - Close-up Cam]
SNS: Message /w members & friend
250914 SBS Inkigayo
Video: Interview (unofficial clip) - Shoot (Firecracker) [Stage - FullCam - Vert. FanCam - FaceCam]
SNS: pre-show pics - Message /w Tzuyu - Tzuyu - Chaeyoung - Yeajichoi - Shoot w/ Dayoung - Body w/ Dayoung
Photo: Backstage - On-Site Sbsnoriter (thread) - Visual Board (thread)
Articles & Interviews
Articles & Interviews
Genius - Review on how Chaeyoung shows her true colors with "Lil Fantasy"
Billboard Korea - Chaeyoung's Sparkling World, "Lil Fantasy vol.1"
Rolling Stones - TWICE’s Chaeyoung on Going Solo and Getting Real: ‘This Is the Real Me’
Wonderland - CHAEYOUNG (RE)INTRODUCES HERSELF
NME - TWICE’s Chaeyoung drops debut solo album ‘Lil Fantasy Vol. 1’
Misc
Misc
Chaeyoung's song & mission package update on SSJYP for "Shoot" (Firecracker), plus ongoing events included. "Lil Fantasy vol.1" signed cd raffle, 10 lucky winners will receive a special prize.
Promotional events
Promotional events
2025.09.23 Musicplant KR Video call event & fan sign event notice
2025.09.24 Music Korea Video call event & fan sign event notice
Music Plant lucky draw event. (Online store) from September 23 to 28 at 10:00 ~ 23:59 KST. (Offline store) from September 23 to 28 daily at 11:00 ~ 22:00 KST.
Happy Birthday Nayeon
Happy Birthday Nayeon
A drone lighting show was prepared to commemorate Nayeon's birthday. The drones colorfully danced around in the night sky as they formed various sweet messages and Nayeon references. Nayeon posted on IG Story and bubble appreciating the efforts taken by the fandom. Her mom shared the drone show on her IG, posting sweet words towards everyone who loves and supports Nayeon.
Brands and companies posted for Nayeon's birthday: WorldMusicAward, UBS GOLD, UberArena, ONCEJAPAN Blog, SSJYP
SNS: Chaeyoung IG story
SUPPLEMENT
SUPPLEMENT
"This Is For" World Tour
"This Is For" World Tour
UPDATE:
- Bangkok @ Impact Arena - SAT 13th & SUN 14th, December - LN pre-sale (SAT 30th August, 10AM) | General sale (SUN 31th August,10AM)
- Kaeohsiung @Kaohsiung National Stadium - SAT 22th & SUN 23th, November - SOLD OUT - TWICE's video message
Kuala Lumpur @National Hockey Stadium - SAT 25th, October - General sale (FRI 19th September, 11AM)
Hong Kong @Kai Tak Stadium - SAT 6th & SUN 7th, December - General sale (FRI 19th September, 12PM)
Hong Kong pre-sales were sold under 5 minutes and TWICE will be the second female act and first female K-pop to hold a concert there. Following the enthusiasm an additional date was added on December 7th, 2025; Ticket openned on September 19th.
LiveNation Malaysia posted some game "ONCE word search" , "Yes or Yes?" & "ONCE Bingo" on their IG.
Tokyo Dome Lemino
Tokyo Dome Lemino
Before the 2 concert dates started, a video message of TWICE for the live stream of the concert was shared.
DAY 1
At the start of the day, a little welcome message and reminder of the merch waiting for ONCE were posted on SNS.
ONCE were surprised with a setlist change, as following Chaeyoung's solo debut, her "This Is For Solo song" called "In My Room" was switch for her debut title song "SHOOT (Firecracker)".
Twice took pictures with the attendances and shared it on Twitter/X with a special message for this day. Media outlet shared some pictures of the concert.
DAY 2
The last day was not only enjoyed by the lucky ONCE at the venue but also with a live stream, with the surprise announcement at the end of the show that Japan will get additional concerts in 2026 and the release date of the documentary "TWICE: ONE IN A MILL1ON" in October 24th.
The 3 brothers of the japanese group Gliiico that worked with Chaeyoung on her solo album came to support her and were part of the public and posted video and pictures with Chaeyoung that she commented. The Osaka Ojo Gang were there too and filmed on the "dance cam".
The japanese little sister group NiziU was also on site!
TWICE took pictures with the attendances and shared it on Twitter/X with a special message for this day and a special thank you video message. While former member of IZ*ONE and ONCE Nako shared on Tiktok and with tweets her experience in TWICE's dressing room in the backstage and dance challenge with Jihyo! Later on she shared cute pictures on Instagram, with more clues on her TWICE's bias if that wasn't clear yet.
2 members of ONE OK ROCK, the famous Japanese rock band that worked on the b-side "Like 1" from Enemy album shared their backstage picture with TWICE. You will find a list of all the Japanese celebrities that came to the concert here.
Different pictures of the concert were posted by the news outlet Oricon, Korepo, modelpress and Billboard through an article on the Tokyo Dome Lemino concerts. You can find all the media HD photos of the concert in this Bluesky thread. Korepo conclude with the number of 400k attendance for TWICE's 6th World Tour Japan leg.
Official Goods After Sale started on September 19th with the special "Imaginary Friend" keychain merch that ONCE discovered on the b-side "Like 1" MV and members were playing around with during their Encore part of the concerts.
SNS: Jeongyeon - Chaeyoung - Nayeon - GR8 Yoshi /w Mina - Nayeon - Kana Nishino /w MISAMO - ONE OK ROCK's TORU & Taka /w TWICE - Chaeyoung's missions penalty from tour (?)
Actress Dahyun - "Run To You"
Actress Dahyun - "Run To You"
In the previous week, promo started for the movie "Run To You", with media/SNS links and guest appearance to check out!
UPDATE
More media promotion through SNS with the cast of the movie.
Out in theaters since September 10th, 2025 !While waiting for it to release in you country or physical release, note that "You Are The Apple Of My Eye" will be release on DVD with a preorder including different versions & inclusions starting on September 12th! And released on Netflix Thailand on September 22th!
Jihyo & Tzuyu Pond's Event
Jihyo & Tzuyu Pond's Event
Jihyo & Tzuyu attended the Pond's Gala in Manila, Philippines on 21st September. Flawlessly styled, the visual overload duo turned the red carpet into their personal runway, capturing everyone's attention.
Media: pondsindonesia IG story, dennisperez's IG post, metrodotstyle, allkpop, manilaconcerts (1)-(2)-(3)-(4), vrsmaii src.
Sana x NE:AR Event
Sana x NE:AR Event
Sana appeared as the brand ambassador for NE:AR's brand presentation event on 18th September. She looked stunning in a simple white dress and was beautifully adorned. The media outlets captured her alluring beauty and took interviews.
Media: Oricon (1)-(2), jjofficial, lipsjp, modelpress, mynavinews (1)-(2), cx_mezamashi, bitekicom.
Other:
New Jihyo x Dazed Korea interview video, Jihyo posted some photos from the shoot to her Instagram.
Momo shared some Elle photos of her Instagram that Idle's Minnie (co-ambassador) commented and Miu Miu account reposted the Elle article.
Momo x SIE
Momo x Wonjungyo
Momo's IG post with Tasaki
Mina's IG post with SKII
Chaeyoung x Dazed Korea ad video
Nayeon x Fingersuit campaign begins, have a chance to randomly get Nayeon's original 2 cut photos
Nayeon x Eyestar, have a chance to win Nayeon's signed off shot trading card and Nayeon's birthday giveaway of 6 colors of the lineup by lottery
MISCELLANEOUS
MISCELLANEOUS
Corbyn Besson ft Tzuyu - "Blink"
Corbyn Besson ft Tzuyu - "Blink"
Corbyn Besson (Feat. Tzuyu) "Blink" releases on Friday 26th September 2025! Announcement.
Corbyn & Tzuyu spotted filming the M/V in Seoul.
Media: Preview clip with Tzuyu (+1) - IG story with Tzuyu - Audio Preview - Corbyn with Tzuyu (mtv)
UPDATE:
MOTION PICTURE images and online cover for the single
Tzuyu appears in Corby's vlog, Seoul Searching episode 2
Corbyn talked about "Blink", working with Tzuyu and meeting her at Lollapalooza for the first time in an interview on Spout Podcast. (He clarified later that he realised after the interview that she is not Korean).
SNS: Corbyn Besson IG - Max Pham IG - Lordmyaka IG - Corbyn Besson IG - Corbyn Besson X - Tzuyu IG
"BLINK" digital single releases on ︀︀Friday 26th September, 1PM KST!
"BLINK" digital single releases on ︀︀Friday 26th September, 1PM KST!
TWICE Live On-Air in Japan
TWICE Live On-Air in Japan
TWICE made their first appearance on the Japanese TV show Shabekuri 007 airing on September 22nd where they talked about themselves as artists and performing too.
Watch it on the official listed sites here or unofficially here. The group filmed with the show hosts showing off their choreo from Enemy and some other viral trends as well.
Nayeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Chaeyoung are confirmed to appear on another Japanese show, 'Human Observation Variety Monitoring' airing on 25th September.
Other News Tidbits of Interest:
Other News Tidbits of Interest:
So close yet so far... TWICE's previous precious SSJYP cards along with current limited editions are on display.
Deeper into deeper into deeper into your sea where the mission is the clean the ocean deep for the Love Earth challenge with a chance to receive artist mech rewards!
Yeji and Chaeryeong of ITZY were covering Tdoongie tracks "ABCD" and "This Is For" during their fanmeet.
Tzuyu posted some incredible outfit pics from "This is For" and also filmed a skit with Elkie.
Revisit all the MBC title track performances from the four soloists of TWICE so far.
What To Watch
What To Watch
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Team's recommendation of the week
Team's recommendation of the week
Chux
sards (:
Throwback 🥹
dejahꨄ
In honor of nayeon day, my beloved nachaeng
Yash
Shu
And if Karina says to do it, than you do it honey!
Huggeholm
Amazing lyrics 😭
harsh
tell me, please, how to hold back tears?
Thanks To
dejah, Yash, Hugge, Shu, harsh and sards for gathering the information and helping write articles of this week’s news!
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