Global pop sensation KATSEYE made their highly anticipated debut on Saturday Night Live this past weekend (September 26), serving as the musical guests for the season 52 premiere hosted by NBA star Jalen Brunson. The group delivered a polished performance, showcasing their vocal and choreographic prowess on the iconic Studio 8H stage.

Appearing as a four-piece, the group featured Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, and Yoonchae Jeung. Members Manon Bannerman and Sophia Laforteza are currently on hiatus, though the remaining quartet maintained the group’s signature high-energy stage presence.

For their first set, the group performed ‘Animal’, the lead single from their recent EP Wild. The track, which was co-written by Ed Sheeran, has already proven to be a commercial success, climbing to Number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. The performance highlighted the group’s tight choreography and pop sensibilities.

Watch the performance of ‘Animal’ below:

Later in the evening, the group returned to the stage to perform the more playful ‘Hootie Frutti’, another standout track from the Wild EP. Beyond their musical contributions, the members also participated in a pre-recorded comedy sketch that parodied The Debut: Dream Academy, the competition series that originally formed the group.

Watch the performance of ‘Hootie Frutti’ below:

The group is currently in the midst of their ‘WILDWORLD’ arena tour, which recently concluded its European leg. As they continue to navigate their rapid rise in the music industry, their Saturday Night Live appearance marks a significant milestone in their career, further cementing their status as a global pop force.