KPOPWORLD #6 (Yves)

KPOPWORLD #6 (KEYVITUP X VAYONN)

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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

It’s rare to see celebrities and artists truly fawn over their fans, but one memorable moment occurred when BTS encountered a young Korean ARMY who left them in awe.

Watch the moment when  was captivated by an ARMY dancing in front of them

Recently, BLACKPINK’s Rosé shared in an interview that she is a huge fan of Taylor Swift, praising the kindness and generosity Taylor showed her.

Watch the moment when BLACKPINK sang Taylor Swift's "Wildest Dreams" during an interview

In recent years, K-pop idols have become increasingly common guests on American talk shows, helping to bridge the gap between Korean artists and their growing U.S.

Watch the moment as NCT's Mark boldly clapped back at Ellen DeGeneres on her own show

NCT Doyoung is one of the most melodious vocalists of his generation. His voice is like a spread of honey on warm bread.

NCT DOYOUNG channels a retro charm in MV teasers for “The Story”

How often do we see a talented fan confidently cover their favorite artist's song, only to have the artist acknowledge and praise their rendition?&nbsp;

Fan Spotlight: Korean fan Saesong delivers a confident cover of Jung Kook's pop hit "SEVEN"

YESUNG channels a dapper gentleman's energy in “It’s Complicated” teaser images

Celebrities are just like us—they make mistakes too! However, some mistakes are harder to live down, and that was certainly the case for BTS’ Jimin when he failed to recognize soccer star Son Heung Min.&nbsp;

Watch the Moment When BTS' Jimin Failed to Recognize Son Heung Min

&nbsp;Have you ever heard of parents who gain as much (if not more) attention than their famous celebrity children?&nbsp;

Watch the Moment when Jeon Somi's father appears in a popular K-drama

&nbsp;IVE's Wonyoung is one of the most beloved and popular K-pop idols right now, with every move she makes capturing the hearts of her massive fanbase.&nbsp;

Watch the moment when IVE's Wonyoung went viral for her distinctive way of eating a strawberry

BTS' Jin is gearing up to release his debut solo album, Happy, on November 15.&nbsp;

Watch the moment when Jin boldly embraced fan service on ‘The Graham Norton Show’

BTS' RM and SUGA have shared a bond for 14 years, a fact fans have heard countless times from SUGA, who never misses an opportunity to highlight his friendship with RM.

Watch the moment when RM was completely speechless after SUGA's aegyo on Suchwita

BLACKPINK's Lisa's first look from The White Lotus was recently revealed.

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Watch the moment when was captivated by an ARMY dancing in front of them