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idntt (아이덴티티; read as identity) is an upcoming 24-member boy group under MODHAUS. They are set to make their debut sometime in 2026. The group consists of members divided into 3 rotational sub-units consisting of 8 members each - uneverm8t, yesw8are and itsnotov8r.

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For their new album &lt;itsnotover&gt;, idntt sat down with KPOPWORLD to talk about where they've been, what this group has demanded of them, and what they refuse to let go of

idntt: The KPOPWORLD Digital Cover

EPEX [‘i:peks] (이펙스), formerly known as C9ROOKIES (C9루키즈) is a 7-member South Korean boy group under C9 Entertainment, consisting of Wish, MU, A-Min, Baekseung, Ayden, Yewang, and Jeff. On November 21, 2025, it was announced that Keum had left the group. They debuted on June 8, 2021, with their first EP album, BIPOLAR Pt.1 : 불안의 서 (Prelude of Anxiety)

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Closing a trilogy is easy. Closing it by handing the story back to the people who lived it is something else. EPEX's Youth: Epilogue wraps up two years and three albums of coming-of-age storytelling

EPEX Talks Youth Epilogue, Ownership and Growth

XLOV is a South Korean boy group formed by 257 Entertainment and currently managed by [WM Entertainment]. The group consists of four members: Wumuti, Rui, Hyun, and Haru. They debuted on January 7, 2025, with the single album I&#x27;mma Be. XLOV gained attention for promoting a genderless concept, incorporating androgynous styling and performances that challenge traditional gender norms in Kpop. The group&#x27;s name combines &quot;X,&quot; representing the unknown and negation, with &quot;LOV,&quot; symbolizing incomplete love, while their fandom name, EVOL, represents the completion of that concept. Several members were previously known through survival programs before debut. Wumuti, Rui, and Haru participated in Boys Planet, while Wumuti was also active in the project group WATERFIRE before helping form XLOV. The group is particularly noted for Wumuti&#x27;s involvement in songwriting and production, including contributions to their debut release. Since debuting, XLOV has released music including I&#x27;mma Be and I ONE, earning recognition for their distinctive concept, performance style, and growing international fanbase. In 2026, the group&#x27;s management structure changed following the acquisition of 257 Entertainment by WM Entertainment through RBW. Their music primarily incorporates elements of hip-hop, R&amp;B, and pop, while their visual identity and performances have distinguished them as one of the more unconventional rookie acts of the fifth generation of Kpop.

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On July 14, inner beauty brand LifePharm announced that genderless group XLOV will become their newest Global Ambassadors. The brand is known for their viral dietary Mood Change Alpha Plus range, described as self-care for K-pop idols

XLOV Announced as Ambassadors for Inner Beauty Brand LifePharm

K-pop’s contract system has undergone many changes since the industry’s inception in the 1990s. From 13-year slave contracts to a reduced term of seven years — with options for renegotiation

K-pop’s Contract System, Explained – And Why So Many Artists Are Leaving Big Labels

Rain, born Jung Ji-hoon on June 25, 1982, is one of South Korea’s most iconic singers, dancers, actors, and entrepreneurs. He is widely credited as one of the pioneers who helped globalize K-pop and bring it to a worldwide audience.

Rain: Entertainer Across All Generations

Wendy, born Shon Seung-wan in 1994, is a South Korean singer best known as a member of Red Velvet, one of K-pop's most acclaimed girl groups.

Wendy: Pop Star Power

Lisa Manobal, known as Lisa, is a Thai rapper, singer, and dancer who gained worldwide fame as a member of the South Korean girl group BLACKPINK.

Lisa: Global Rockstar

P1Harmony is gearing up for their highly anticipated comeback with their seventh mini-album, titled SAD SONG.

P1Harmony Announces Comeback with 7th Mini-Album SAD SONG

WOOSUNG is set to embark on an exciting 11-date world tour, titled the B4 WE DIE Tour, kicking off on October 17 in Bangkok, Thailand.

WOOSUNG Announces "B4 WE DIE" World Tour and Upcoming Album

BLACKPINK has added another impressive achievement to their list of records, surpassing Red Velvet to become the most followed female group on Melon, South Korea's largest music platform.

BLACKPINK Becomes Most Followed Female Group on Melon

BLACKPINK has added another impressive achievement to their list of records, surpassing Red Velvet to become the most followed female group on Melon, South Korea's largest music platform.&nbsp;

BLACKPINK Becomes Most Followed Female Group on Melon, Achieving a New Milestone

LIGHTSUM’s latest digital single, “POSE,” contrasts sharply with its carefree, summer-themed music video, where the girls do anything but strike stylish poses.

LIGHTSUM spontaneously strikes a carefree "POSE" in summer themed MV

Featured MV of the Day: “NEW WOMAN” by LISA and Rosalia

LE SSERAFIM is a rising K-pop girl group under Source Music, a label affiliated with HYBE Corporation.

‘CRAZY’ is no understatement with these concept photos!

In recent years, K-pop has firmly established its presence at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

Watch the Moment when Taylor Swift cheered for BLACKPINK at the 2022 VMAs

If anyone needs a pick-me-up or has lost their motivation, they need to listen to this gem of solid serotonin.

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