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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

On September 4, Wonho officially completed his military service, marking the end of a significant chapter in his life.

Wonho Completes Military Service, Expresses Gratitude to Fans

We’re always excited when we’re legitimately one of the first publications to cover a new Korean indie artist.

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “a foggy day” by naive24

K-pop, originally standing for Korean pop, has evolved both geographically and metaphorically, far surpassing its initial scope, and WayV's recent track "Go Higher" exemplifies this transformation.&nbsp;

NCT's Chinese subunit WayV make powerful Japanese debut with "Go Higher"

AleXa, born Alexandra Christine Schneiderman on December 9, 1996, is a Korean-American K-pop singer who first gained attention through the reality competition show Rising Legends in 2016.&nbsp;

New Concept Photos: AleXa’s “Joy of Missing Out”

On September 4, SM Entertainment's newest boy group, RIIZE, celebrated their first anniversary.

Watch the Moment: RIIZE confidently debuted on Music Bank

Onemonapea is fun. It’s hard to put sound into words sometimes, and sometimes the best option is to just make something up.

“Pit-a-Pat!”: 10 K-pop tracks with heart sounds in the title

Happy Birthday! You share a special day with Minchae from Pocket Girls.

Is your birthday September 5? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Eunji, born Jung Eun-ji on August 18, 1993, is a South Korean singer, actress, and songwriter best known as the main vocalist of the popular K-pop girl group Apink.

Eunji: Cheerful and Genuine

Crayon Pop is a refreshingly quirky anomaly of a K-pop girl group. Known for catchy tunes and a slightly crazy, unconventional style, Crayon Pop has captivated fans since the beginning—not just in South Korea, but across the world.

Crayon Pop: Quirky and Refreshing

NCT's Jaehyun is set to take the spotlight in the upcoming mystery thriller, You’ll Die in 6 Hours, which has been confirmed for an October release.

NCT’s Jaehyun Takes on Chilling Role in Mystery Thriller You’ll Die in 6 Hours, Set for October Release

NMIXX's Haewon is set to release an original soundtrack for the popular Naver webtoon Maru is a Puppy. The soundtrack, titled Maru is a Puppy - Haewon, will be available on

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Wonho Completes Military Service, Expresses Gratitude to Fans

Daily Non-K-pop Spotlight: “a foggy day” by naive24

NCT's Chinese subunit WayV make powerful Japanese debut with "Go Higher"

New Concept Photos: AleXa’s “Joy of Missing Out”

Watch the Moment: RIIZE confidently debuted on Music Bank

“Pit-a-Pat!”: 10 K-pop tracks with heart sounds in the title

Is your birthday September 5? See which K-pop idol shares your birthday!

Eunji: Cheerful and Genuine

Crayon Pop: Quirky and Refreshing

NCT’s Jaehyun Takes on Chilling Role in Mystery Thriller You’ll Die in 6 Hours, Set for October Release

NMIXX’s Haewon to Release Original Soundtrack for Popular Webtoon Maru is a Puppy

ZEROBASEONE Achieves Fourth Consecutive Million-Seller Album with Latest Release

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