Katseye Looks to Conquer 2026 with Grammy Nods, Coachella Debut, and Laneige Collab

The global pop sextet has big plans for the new year, including new music, festival performances, and a makeup line partnership.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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With two Grammy nominations, an upcoming Coachella set, and a new partnership with Laneige for their JuicePop Box Lip Tints, the members of the global pop group Katseye are confident that 2026 will be their year. The group, which consists of Daniela Avanzani, Lara Raj, Manon Bannerman, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza, and Yoonchae Jeung, has seen a meteoric rise since debuting in 2024, with hit songs, viral music videos, and high-profile brand collaborations.

Why it matters

Katseye's success represents the growing influence of K-pop and global pop music on the mainstream music landscape. As one of the few prominent all-female pop groups in the industry, their rise also highlights the demand for diverse, empowered female artists. The group's partnership with Laneige further underscores the cross-pollination between the music and beauty industries, as artists increasingly leverage their platforms to launch successful product lines.

The details

The Laneige JuicePop Box Lip Tint collection launched in late January with eight shades inspired by different music genres, but one was notably missing from the initial lineup: 'K-Pop Pink,' a bold, neon-inspired shade that the members of Katseye say is the perfect combination of a stain and a moisturizing, glossy balm. The group says the shade works well across their diverse range of skin tones. Meanwhile, the members have different makeup preferences, with some gravitating more towards eye makeup and others favoring blush and lip products.

  • Katseye debuted in 2024.
  • The group received two Grammy nominations in early 2026.
  • Katseye is set to perform at Coachella in the summer of 2026.
  • The Laneige JuicePop Box Lip Tint collection, including the 'K-Pop Pink' shade, launched at the end of January 2026.

The players

Katseye

A global pop sextet consisting of Daniela Avanzani, Lara Raj, Manon Bannerman, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza, and Yoonchae Jeung. The group debuted in 2024 and has seen rapid success, including Grammy nominations, a Coachella performance, and a makeup collaboration.

Laneige

A K-beauty powerhouse that has partnered with Katseye on the JuicePop Box Lip Tint collection, which includes a shade inspired by the group.

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What they’re saying

“It's the perfect combo between a stain and a moisturizing, glossy balm. It lasts for a really long time. Even when it starts to rub off, it leaves behind the most beautiful hue without feeling dry. No! Chapped! Lips!”

— Lara Raj (elle.com)

“As a group, we represent such a nice range of skin tones. It's been cool to see how each lip tint works for each member, but this is especially true with 'K-Pop Pink,' which is quite universal. Everyone has their own vibe when they wear it.”

— Lara Raj (elle.com)

“I usually go straight to the eye makeup. I love a dark eyeliner or a shadow—or even an inner corner highlight. You know how when you look at someone's face, there's one feature that stands out most about them? I think that's my eyes, so I like to wear something that emphasizes them. I have to have a bold eye.”

— Megan Skiendiel (elle.com)

“I love all makeup, but I tend to look at blush and lip products first. I'm always excited to try the newest shades that are out and I have to swatch them all. Whenever I walk out of a store, the back of my hand is completely covered in faded stains that I couldn't fully wipe off.”

— Yoonchae Jeung (elle.com)

“I like to meditate, especially on tour, when there's always a bunch of people screaming and talking around me. I sit down, close my eyes, and try to center myself.”

— Lara Raj (elle.com)

What’s next

Katseye is set to perform at Coachella in the summer of 2026, marking a major milestone for the group.

The takeaway

Katseye's rapid rise to success in the music industry, coupled with their diverse range of talents and interests, highlights the growing influence of global pop music and the demand for empowered, multifaceted female artists. Their partnership with Laneige further demonstrates the synergy between the music and beauty worlds, as artists leverage their platforms to launch successful product lines.