BTS’s Jungkook has reached another career milestone, appearing on nine different cover versions of ELLE’s January 2026 issue a rare and unprecedented feature that marks the official start of his era as Chanel Beauty’s Global Ambassador.
Photographed in Paris, the editorial captures Jungkook’s ability to move effortlessly between strength and elegance, reflecting both his artistic maturity and global influence. The collaboration between the iconic French luxury house and one of K-pop’s most influential figures highlights a moment where fashion, beauty, and music intersect on a global scale.
In the accompanying interview, Jungkook shared his personal connection to Bleu de Chanel, explaining that he appreciates how the fragrance expresses masculinity naturally rather than forcefully. He also reflected on his historic achievement of surpassing 10 billion cumulative Spotify streams, emphasizing that meaningful lyrics, honest messages, and timeless sound remain the core of what makes music powerful.
Looking ahead to BTS’s anticipated full-group return next spring, Jungkook described the upcoming season as especially meaningful and expressed his hope that everyone can move forward safely and positively.
Jungkook’s full pictorial and interview are available in ELLE’s January 2026 issue and on its official platforms, with additional video content set to be released through ELLE’s social media channels. The nine cover editions are available nationwide.