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‘Katseye: Wild Hearts’ Official Trailer Follows the Global Girl Group’s Rise to Superstardom
Rolling Stone reports that the official trailer for Katseye: Wild Hearts has been released, previewing a film about the girl group’s rapid rise and their transition into a new phase of their career. The trailer is notable because it includes brief appearances by Manon Bannerman, who has been on hiatus since February, making her presence a point of interest for fans. The film matters because it arrives as Katseye’s profile continues to grow internationally, linking their recent success to upcoming music and tour plans.
The trailer, set to “Pinky Up”, features performance footage from Coachella and Lollapalooza, along with scenes from rehearsals, studio sessions, fan events and music video shoots. The film is described as a tribute to the group’s fans, known as Eyekons, and is due on 12 August 2026, two days before the release of Katseye’s third EP, Wild, on 14 August; the Wildworld Tour follows in September with dates across North America, the UK and Europe. Since debuting in 2024, the group has built momentum with the 2025 EP Beautiful Chaos, Grammy nominations in 2026, and three American Music Awards in May, while Bannerman’s hiatus has prompted continued speculation because she was absent from “Pinky Up” and its video.
In short
- Katseye’s new film trailer highlights their rise and new era
- Hiatus member Manon Bannerman appears briefly in the trailer
- Film, EP and international tour are scheduled close together
Explained simply
Katseye is a global girl group that debuted in 2024 and has achieved rapid international success. They have released multiple EPs, earned Grammy nominations in 2026 and won three American Music Awards in May that year, building a dedicated fanbase known as Eyekons.
A documentary film titled Katseye: Wild Hearts is being released on 12 August 2026, offering an inside look at the group's rise and journey over the past two years. The film's release coincides with the arrival of their third EP, Wild, on 14 August and a tour starting in September, representing a significant moment in the group's career expansion.
The film has drawn particular interest because it includes appearances by member Manon Bannerman, who has been on hiatus since February and was notably absent from the group's recent single "Pinky Up" and its accompanying video. For fans tracking the group's evolution, her presence in the documentary raises questions about her involvement going forward.
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