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LOONA (이달의 소녀, &quot;Girl of the Month&quot;) is a girl group formed by Blockberry Creative with one of the most ambitious pre-debut projects in K-pop history. From 2016 to 2018, each of the twelve members was individually introduced with her own solo single, music video, and lore before the full group debuted in August 2018. This elaborate rollout created an intricate &quot;LOONAVERSE&quot; mythology that captivated fans who dissected every visual clue and narrative connection. LOONA&#x27;s music spans a remarkable range of styles — from Chuu&#x27;s bubbly &quot;Heart Attack&quot; to the cinematic grandeur of &quot;Butterfly&quot; to the girl-crush energy of &quot;PTT (Paint the Town).&quot; The group gained a uniquely devoted international fandom, Orbits, who turned LOONA into an internet phenomenon long before the group achieved mainstream domestic success. Despite significant company controversies and member departures, LOONA&#x27;s creative ambition and the quality of their discography have ensured their place in K-pop history as one of the most artistically inventive groups of their generation.

LOONA

From LOONA to her evolution as a solo artist, Yves opens up about her journey, creative identity, and the challenges behind her growth in an honest, unfiltered conversation in 2026

The Self-Image of Yves

KEYVITUP is a five-member boy group under iNKODE, formed through the agency’s INTHE X Project. The lineup—Sena, Hyunmin, Taehwan, Rukia, and Jaein—was introduced step by step through pre-debut content, building anticipation around a team designed with a strong performance focus and a clear concept from the start. As part of a dual-group rollout, KEYVITUP was positioned with a trendy and dynamic identity, contrasting with its counterpart group. This concept highlights a more energetic and performance-driven style, setting the tone for their music and overall image even before debut. They are set to make their debut with the self-titled EP KEYVITUP, marking the official beginning of their activities. With pre-debut exposure, international stage appearances, and a defined concept, the group enters the scene with momentum and a clear direction moving forward.

KEYVITUP

For our latest Digital Cover, we sit down with HYUNMIN, TAEHWAN, SENA, JAEIN, and RUKIA to talk about their debut, finding their sound, writing and shaping their own music, the chemistry that holds them together, and where they want to take KEYVITUP next

KEYVITUP - The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

KickFlip is a seven-member boy group under JYP Entertainment, consisting of Kyehoon, Amaru, Donghwa, Juwang, Minje, Keiju, and Donghyeon. The group was formed through the SBS audition program Loud and debuted in 2025. The group&#x27;s identity connects JYP&#x27;s idol training system with a more youthful, agile performance image. Because several members were already known from a survival-show context, KickFlip&#x27;s debut carried built-in curiosity around how the lineup would translate from trainee competition to a working group. The fandom is known as WeFlip. KickFlip is still early in its career, with its public identity centered on formation, lineup, and debut positioning rather than a long-established legacy.

KickFlip

KickFlip are ready to kick off a new chapter. Ahead of their first world tour in 2027, the JYP Entertainment rookies sit down with KPOPWORLD to discuss their new album KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1

KickFlip Talk KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1 Ahead of First World Tour

CLOSE YOUR EYES (also shortened as CYE) is a seven-member boy group under UNCORE. They were formed through JTBC&#x27;s survival show PROJECT7. They made their debut on April 2, 2025, with the mini album &quot;Enternalt&quot;. PROJECT7 started airing on October 18, 2024, and the finale was broadcast live on December 27, 2024, revealing the group name, CLOSE YOUR EYES, and the seven winners, in order: Ma Jingxiang, Kenshin, Jeon Minwook, Seo Kyoungbae, Song Seungho, Jang Yeojun, and Kim Sungmin. Before joining PROJECT7, Jeon Minwook had already debuted as a member of the boy group BAE173 and the project group A-SIX. Additionally, Ma Jingxiang was a contestant on Boys Planet, while Jang Yeojun also participated in Boys Planet and was a contestant on Wild Idol.

CLOSE YOUR EYES

He talks us through the writing process behind the album's closing track, how he's grown since debut, and what drives him to keep reaching further

Meet The Member An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' SEO KYOUNGBAE – Always Climbing Higher

He talks discovering bossa nova for the first time, what collaborating with a featured artist changed for him, and where he feels most connected to the rest of the group

Meet The Member: An Interview with CLOSE YOUR EYES' KENSHIN – The Playful Connector

Ask any K-pop fan what they dread most, and the answer will likely be military enlistment.

Watch the moment when SEVENTEEN's Jeonghan unveiled a dreamy rendition of "DREAM"

This has been a massive year for K-pop already.

Sungwoon: Wanna One to Winning One

Kim Jun Myeon aka Suho made his debut as a K-pop idol in 2012 with the group EXO.

SUHO: The man with a cottony soft heart

We always love it when we’re fans of a musician in one of their projects and then discover they have a completely different musical project and then get to fall in love with them all over again.&nbsp;

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “Green Breathe” by Jina0king

On September 11, BLACKPINK's Lisa took home the Best K-Pop award at the MTV Video Music Awards for her hip-hop single "Rockstar," beating out strong contenders like Jung Kook's "SEVEN," NewJeans' "Super Shy," and Stray Kids' "Lock," among others.

Watch the Moment: BLACKPINK's Lisa Wins Her Debut Solo Award at the 2022 MTV VMAs

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Mu from EPEX.

Is your birthday September 14? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Byun Baek-hyun, better known as Baekhyun, is a prominent South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor, who first gained global recognition as a member of the boy band EXO and its subunits EXO-K and EXO-CBX.

Baekhyun: “Genius Idol”

CHS is one of the most stylistically consistent Korean Indie bands out there, staying true to their signature beach music vibe since 2018.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “One Summer Day” by CHS and mei ehara

BEATWIN is a South Korean K-pop boy group that debuted in 2014 under Elen Entertainment.

BEATWIN’s “Don’t Leave” Concept Photos

TOMORROW X TOGETHER's eldest member, Yeonjun, is celebrating his 25th birthday today.

Watch the moment when TXT's Yeonjun showcased his incredible dancing skills on Artist of the Month

On September 5, 2024, Hangyeom of OMEGA X appeared on the opening red carpet at the 20th Jecheon International Music &amp; Film Festival (JIMFF).

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Watch the moment when SEVENTEEN's Jeonghan unveiled a dreamy rendition of "DREAM"

Top 10 Most-Viewed K-pop Videos of 2024 So Far