TXT Yeonjun to Mentor the Next Generation: How K-Pop’s 4th Gen IT-Boy Became the Definitive Style Authority in tvN’s ‘Kill It’

On March 30, BigHit Music officially confirmed that Yeonjun, the trendsetting member of TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), has landed his first-ever fixed variety show role. He will join the elite mentor panel for tvN’s upcoming fashion survival show, Kill It: Style Creator Grand War, set to premiere this May.

While Yeonjun is known for his unmatched stage presence, his transition into a fashion mentor is a calculated move that cements his status as a legitimate industry authority. He’s not just participating he’s leading, alongside heavyweights like legendary model Jang Yoon-ju and world-renowned model Shin Hyun-ji.

Yeonjun in a gray suit with a black shirt stands confidently outdoors, surrounded by people taking photos.
Yeonjun wearing a MiuMiu grey outfit for Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2026 / Yeonjun official Instagram

From Idol to Mentor

Yeonjun’s appointment as a mentor isn’t just a result of his popularity it’s a direct response to his recent global fashion achievements.

n March 10, 2026, Yeonjun made history as the first male K-pop artist to walk the runway for Miu Miu’s FW26 show. His ability to pull off a sophisticated blue-toned ensemble topped with a bold fur hat wasn’t just a modeling gig it was a demonstration of his technical understanding of style. As he noted after the show, fashion is his way of expressing himself, and that passion is what he now brings to the Kill It contestants.

The ‘7th Year’ for TXT

This career milestone comes at a pivotal moment for his group. TXT is currently preparing for the release of their 8th mini-album, 7TH YEAR: When the Wind Paused Briefly in the Thorn Bushes, dropping on April 13. As this is the group’s first comeback since their historic full-member contract renewal with BigHit Music, Yeonjun’s individual activities signal a more mature era for TXT. They are moving from “top-tier performers” to “individual cultural leaders,” with Yeonjun leading the charge in the high-fashion sector.

Yeonjun with blonde hair wearing a denim jacket with a brown collar, posed against a gray wall with a door in the background.
Yeonjun in a denim jacket for Miu Miu Fashion Week 2026 / Yeonjun official Instagram

Mentoring Gen-Z: More Than Just Clothes

In Kill It, Yeonjun is expected to bridge the gap between high-fashion editorial and the viral, street-ready aesthetics that define the current era.

“I usually like to express myself through fashion,” Yeonjun shared, “and while the title of ‘Mentor’ feels heavy, I’m honored to be in a position where I can share what I’ve learned while continuing to grow.”

Yeonjun lounging on a cream-colored couch, wearing a gray hoodie and a navy jacket. They have a cap on and are relaxing with a brown handbag beside them.
Yeonjun in a denim jacket and grey hoodie for Miu Miu Fashion Week 2026 / Yeonjun official Instagram

Editor’s Insight

Yeonjun’s casting in ‘Kill It’ is more than just a variety show debut; it’s a strategic coronation. Coming off a historic month where he became the first male K-pop artist to walk the Miu Miu runway in Paris, Yeonjun is no longer just a trend-follower he is a trend-setter. As TXT enters their ‘7th Year’ era, this shift into a mentor role suggests that the industry now views him as a senior authority in the global fashion space. Expect this show to redefine his brand as a standalone cultural icon, bridging the gap between idol aesthetics and high-fashion editorial.