SM Latest — October 22, 2026: aespa Fan Meeting, NCT DREAM Schedule and More
Selected SM updates for October 22, 2026: aespa announced a November fan meeting, EXO shared a live-viewing update, NCT DREAM posted its album schedule, NCT WISH reported Circle Chart wins, and RIIZE previewed Insomnia side stories.
At a glance
- SM Daily — October 22, 2026
- Today's selected updates include EXO's notice about confirmed participating theaters and a viewer giveaway for its live viewing, plus NCT WISH's report of two Circle Chart wins for ISPY.
- aespa sets November fan meeting dates
- aespa announced its 2026 fan meeting, “MY 보고싶다 ae가,” for November 28–29 at Korea University Hwajeong Tiger Dome.
- EXO live-viewing theaters, giveaway confirmed
- EXO's Japan news account said participating theaters and a viewer giveaway have been confirmed for the live viewing.
A look at selected SM group news announced or first observed on October 22, 2026 (KST), including upcoming dates for aespa, NCT DREAM and RIIZE.
SM Daily — October 22, 2026
Today's selected updates include EXO's notice about confirmed participating theaters and a viewer giveaway for its live viewing, plus NCT WISH's report of two Circle Chart wins for ISPY.
aespa sets November fan meeting dates
aespa announced its 2026 fan meeting, “MY 보고싶다 ae가,” for November 28–29 at Korea University Hwajeong Tiger Dome. The post links separate notices for opening information and booking and admission precautions; consult those notices for details.
EXO live-viewing theaters, giveaway confirmed
EXO's Japan news account said participating theaters and a viewer giveaway have been confirmed for the live viewing. The post links to a notice with further information; it does not specify theater names or giveaway contents in the supplied excerpt.
NCT DREAM sets DREAM AFTER DREAM release
NCT DREAM announced DREAM AFTER DREAM for November 9, 2026, at 18:00 KST. A follow-up post identifies it as the group's sixth full-length album, and the schedule post includes a preorder link.
NCT WISH reports two Circle Chart wins
NCT WISH's official post reports two Circle Chart wins for its fourth mini album, ISPY, and says second-week promotions will continue. The supplied excerpt does not name the chart categories or chart week.
RIIZE announces Insomnia side stories
RIIZE announced side stories for Insomnia on October 23–24, 2026, alongside a preview of a dramatized music video. The post names a collaboration with writers Cheon Seon-ran and Noma.
Dates ahead from today's updates
EXO's live-viewing notice and NCT WISH's reported chart result also feature in today's selected updates.
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Here’s your SM group news roundup for October 22, 2026. Five updates, including album news, chart wins, and fan meetings. aespa announced a fan meeting for November 28–29. Check the separate booking and admission notices for details. EXO’s Japan live-viewing update confirms participating theaters and a viewer giveaway. Check the linked notice for the details. NCT DREAM’s sixth full-length album, DREAM AFTER DREAM, is scheduled. Release is November 9 at 6 PM KST; preorders were linked. NCT WISH reports two Circle Chart wins for ISPY. The fourth mini album’s second-week promotions will continue. RIIZE announced Insomnia side stories for October 23–24. The update also previews a dramatized music video. Those are the selected updates for this news window. Check the original notices for schedules and entry details.
