Katseye, a rising global girl group, celebrated a remarkable achievement by winning the New Artist of the Year at the 2026 American Music Awards held in Las Vegas. The group, formed through a collaboration between Hybe and Geffen, also had the opportunity to meet the iconic K-pop group BTS, creating unforgettable memories. Members Sophia, Yoonchae, and Megan attended BTS's concert, where they interacted with the septet, gifting them merchandise and sharing a dance moment with RM to their latest track, 'Pinky Up.' Yoonchae expressed her excitement and emotional response to meeting BTS, while Sophia praised their down-to-earth nature. In addition to the New Artist accolade, Katseye won awards for Breakthrough Pop Artist and Best Music Video. Their breakout year in the U.S. was fueled by hits like 'Gnarly' and 'Internet Girl,' with 'Pinky Up' recently ranking No. 76 on Billboard’s Hot 100. Katseye's performance at the AMAs received enthusiastic cheers from the audience, highlighting their rapid rise in the music industry.