Global girl group KATSEYE is facing criticism following its performance at the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show. The group appeared at the event in Los Angeles on October 18, performing Pinky Up and Animal during the runway presentation. Although the appearance marked another major international opportunity for KATSEYE, several social media users were unimpressed with the choreography and runway coordination. Some even described the performance as messy, while others questioned whether the group's movements distracted attention from the models.

KATSEYE Performs at Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2026

KATSEYE joined the musical lineup for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show alongside Tate McRae, Megan Thee Stallion and Megan Moroney. Four members: Daniela, Lara, Megan and Yoonchae, performed at the event, while Manon and Sophia remained on hiatus.

The group entered from the audience area before moving onto the runway in coordinated outfits inspired by Victoria's Secret's PINK collection. Their performance featured two songs, Pinky Up and Animal, combining choreography with the fashion show's catwalk presentation. However, clips circulating online soon attracted mixed reactions.

Netizens Call KATSEYE's Runway Performance Messy

One of the main criticisms concerned the group's coordination during its runway entrance. Some viewers claimed the members appeared out of sync while walking and seemed more focused on their individual movements than presenting a unified performance.

Others felt the choreography did not fit comfortably into the fashion show's format. The criticism quickly spread across X as users shared short clips and debated the group's stage presence. However, these comments represent individual online reactions rather than a professional assessment of the performance.

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KATSEYE Accused of Blocking Victoria's Secret Models

Another point of controversy involved the group's positioning on the runway. Several viewers complained that KATSEYE members appeared to obstruct models during portions of the performance. Some specifically questioned the group's positioning when American footballer Trinity Rodman appeared on the catwalk.

The criticism also extended to the show's choreography and production decisions, with viewers arguing that the performers and models should have been better coordinated. However, it remains unclear how much control the members had over the runway blocking and staging.

Mixed Reactions Follow KATSEYE's International Appearance

Despite the backlash, KATSEYE's participation was a significant promotional moment for the group. Their appearance introduced songs from their Wild EP to the fashion show's international audience. Other coverage highlighted the group's coordinated outfits, energetic choreography and connection to the youthful PINK segment.

The performance also included a promotional reveal identifying the members as part of the PINK Class of 2026. While some viewers criticised the runway presentation, the available reactions do not establish that the performance was universally disliked. The controversy reflects a wider disagreement over how live musical performances should share space with models during fashion events.

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