“Most beautiful face ever” - Fans gush over BTS’ Jungkook’s visuals in ELLE's newly released nine-image pictorial 

ELLE Korea released nine cover editions featuring Jungkook on December 15 through its official social media platforms. The pictorial was photographed in Paris, a city closely tied to Chanel’s heritage.

"The intensity and elegance of Jungkook, the icon representing the era. <Elle> 2026 January issue 9 cover types revealed🔥," the magazine announced (translated from Korean to English).

The shoot captured well-known locations across the French capital, including sweeping staircases, the Eiffel Tower, and other recognizable Parisian landmarks. This comes after the outlet released a teaser featuring the K-pop idol on December 14.

The reveal immediately captured the attention of global fan communities, particularly for the K-pop idol’s visuals.

"Most beautiful face ever, i can see why chanel beauty were pursuing him," an X user commented.

Admirers are describing the artist with words like "handsome," "gorgeous," and "beautiful."

Many are saying they’re "obsessed" with all nine of his covers.

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Chanel names BTS’ Jungkook the global beauty ambassador

BTS' Jungkook for Chanel (Image via Instagram/@chanel.beauty, @chanelofficial)

The ELLE feature follows Chanel’s recent announcement naming Jungkook its first male global ambassador for fragrance and beauty. On December 11 local time, the brand confirmed the partnership on Instagram through @chanel.beauty. The post included a black and white image of the artist with the caption,

“Chanel is pleased to announce Jung Kook as global ambassador for Fragrances and Beauty.”

Thomas du Pré de Saint Maur, Global Creative Resources Director for Fragrance and Beauty, also shared his view, saying,

“I have long admired Jungkook’s extraordinary talent and musical career, his unique commitment to self-expression, and his bold creative choices. He is a true source of inspiration for the new generation.”

The 28-year-old himself, too, expressed appreciation for the role and the partnership.

“I’m truly happy to be working with Chanel Beauty. Chanel is a pioneering brand that continues to create something new while respecting its iconic identity. As an artist who strives to explore new challenges while maintaining my own color, this collaboration feels especially meaningful to me," the SEVEN star asserted (per The Korea Times).

In the accompanying ELLE interview, JK reflected on his current phase at 28. He spoke about balancing personal identity with global recognition.

"I'm someone who presents music, so I think I live in the time of the people who watch and listen to my music. I always want to stay in that time,” he said.

His pictorial and full interview appear in ELLE’s January issue and on the publication’s website.

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After completing his military service in June, Jungkook has resumed public activities. He is currently appearing in Disney+ travel reality series Are You Sure?! season 2 with bandmate Jimin. Moreover, preparations are also underway for BTS’s full-group comeback planned for spring 2026.

Edited by Shreya Jha